Why didn't that guy run away this time?
Before the spatial rift, Chen Qing, contrary to his previous strategy of opening the space and running away, actually chose to confront the giant octopus head-on, which really stunned Ziyue and the other two.
Soon, the enormous being that had been chasing after them noticed Chen Qing's provocation and let out a violent roar. Countless tentacles swept across the sky, almost filling all visible space. Ziyue and the others watched from a distance, not daring to approach easily, clearly to prevent Chen Qing from using some special means to drag them into the battlefield as well.
"This monster has not only grown bigger!" Murong looked warily at the countless tentacles in the sky. "Its speed has increased, and its physical strength is also significantly greater than before."
Ziyue frowned. The monster's strength was now almost insurmountable. The tentacles alone were strong enough to reach the body of Second Rank martial artist. If it were to land, even the most elite army of the Great Jin would only be at the Fourth Rank level, unable to even break through its defenses.
Given its current size, which almost spans an entire prefecture, it's likely that no one in the world could stop it. Ziyue didn't even dare to imagine whether this thing, if Chen Qing were to release it, would devour all living things in the world.
Despite this somewhat exaggerated offensive, Chen Qing remained calm.
He activated his wind magic, nimbly dodging the onslaught of tentacles. Baiyu, watching from afar, frowned.
Chen Qing's wind magic technique looks familiar, it seems like...
" Divine Wind Spell," Murong Yunji answered Baiyu's question directly.
" Divine Wind Spell. Didn't you only teach it to the Shen Family before?"
Moreover, the Divine Wind Spell is one of the top-tier techniques. Even if a person is exceptionally talented, it would take decades to master it after inheriting it. However, Chen Qing's appearance doesn't seem like that of a novice at all. Instead, he looks like a master who has been proficient in the Divine Wind Spell for more than ten years.
"I didn't pass on the information to him," Murong Yunji shook her head. " Chen Qing doesn't show his skills much, so it's hard for me to figure out his background. But when we first met, I could clearly sense that he wasn't strong."
Baiyu nodded upon hearing this. She had the same feeling. Although Chen Qing was mysterious, he was not strong when they first met. Among strong people, whether they are sorcerers or martial artists, there will be at least an energy connection. The reason she cooperated with Chen Qing was because what Chen Qing possessed was interesting enough, but he was not threatening enough.
But now, just two short years later, when she saw Chen Qing again, everything had changed drastically. She still didn't know how many tricks he had up his sleeve, but the energy level in his body was now completely on par with theirs.
"I have a guess," Murong, stroking his chin.
Ziyue and Baiyu were both taken aback, looking at each other. "You still have guesses?"
"Is it true that anyone who joins Chen Qing's Divine Path Style Divine Path Style will have their abilities controlled by Chen Qing?"
Baiyu's heart skipped a beat, and she looked at the other person. "Why did you come to this conclusion?"
"I watched his duel with Lu Ming," Murong said in a low voice. "He possesses the physical abilities of Above First Rank martial artist and top-tier techniques simultaneously. The key is that he knows several techniques at the same time. Moreover, the lightning technique he displayed during his duel with Lu Ming that day was exactly the same as the masked young general I encountered at the beginning. Now that he can also use the Divine Wind Spell, I'm thinking that he might be able to utilize the abilities of everyone under his command."
"In the seven continents of Jiangnan, the rulers of the Underworld are mostly from the Shen Family Shen Family, and one of them happens to possess the Divine Wind Spell of my Murong Family!"
Murong doesn't usually use his brain much, suddenly gave this analysis, and you have to admit, it makes a lot of sense.
"Your analysis makes some sense." Baiyu nodded. "But regardless, Chen Qing's strength, ever since he was able to defeat Lu Ming head-on, cannot be underestimated. Yet I still can't figure out the purpose of his actions."
Ziyue frowned as she watched Chen Qing constantly dodging. Instead of killing the monster during their first encounter, she chose to confront it head-on after it had absorbed enough nutrients. It seemed like a completely irrational decision.
Is it possible that doing this would yield significant profits?
Something just doesn't feel right.
Meanwhile, Chen Qing, who was facing off against Heavenly Ghost Octopus, was extremely anxious.
He certainly didn't want to run into this monster head-on at this moment. Only a fool would confront it in its current state. This thing's current size is completely beyond the level of this version of creatures. It's no exaggeration to say that if this thing were released now, the entire world would be doomed.
Fortunately, although this guy has abnormal talent, his single-target damage is not that strong, especially against agile opponents, it is difficult for him to kill with one blow, giving him a chance to maneuver.
Thinking of this, Chen Qing secretly sensed the rear area, hoping it would be soon. He had already traversed several spaces and his stamina was more than half depleted, so he couldn't waste any more energy!
Chen Qing's secret sensing was instantly detected by Ziyue in the distance.
Ziyue has never told anyone about her ability to detect spiritual energy; in the world today, only the King of Qin knows about it.
Upon sensing Chen Qing's presence, Ziyue immediately turned her attention to what was behind her.
Chen Qing was very concerned about what was behind that?
Suddenly, she realized what was happening.
Yes, why haven't the monsters in this space made a sound for so long?
Judging from previous cases of space travel, when faced with the invasion of the massive Heavenly Ghost Octopus, almost all the overlords of the space would immediately confront it. Even though the results were always tragic, they all showed considerable resilience after their territories were invaded.
Why is it that the monsters belonging to this space have not yet made a move here?
Could he be the type to hunt in the shadows?
"Walk!"
Without hesitation, Ziyue took the lead and went inside.
Seeing this, Murong quickly followed with Baiyu.
What's going on?
" Chen Qing cares a lot about what's inside," Ziyue said confidently. "He's at least keeping watch outside, because he doesn't want the monsters inside to be swallowed by that giant octopus like the others before. If I'm not mistaken, what's inside is extremely important to Chen Qing!"
"Crucial?" Murong was taken aback, but Baiyu beside him reacted immediately. "I see, that explains it. His subsequent spatial traversals were all too rushed, and he couldn't choose his targets like he did the first time. So he probably didn't expect to encounter something he couldn't lose so quickly, which led to his illogical actions just now!"
"What could it be?" Murong asked curiously.
"We'll know once we take a look!" Ziyue directly unleashed a magical energy towards the crystal that seemed almost within reach.
Through those few observations, she had completely mastered Chen Qing's method of reading the information of monsters from different spaces. The jade wall seemed untouchable, but if concentrated energy was used to strike it, it would reveal the species of that region.
Heaven-Devouring Dragon Whale!!
A very imposing name appeared on the jade wall in the distance, and both Baiyu and Ziyue's eyes lit up!
I see!!
"What a powerful name," Murong couldn't help but exclaim.
"Not only is it imposing, but it's also practical!" Baiyu smiled, "I see."
"Why do you two seem to know everything?" Murong was a little annoyed, feeling that spending too much time with these two guys made him look rather dim-witted.
"Judging from the name," Ziyue patiently explained, "The name suggests that the monsters in this space possess an absurd ability to devour everything. Even if it's not as exaggerated as 'Heaven Swallowing,' it's likely that swallowing all the jade here in one gulp wouldn't be a problem!"
"So that's how it is," Murong suddenly realized.
If we could subdue or utilize a monster capable of devouring all the jade here, wouldn't that perfectly solve the problem of taking away such a massive amount of resources?
It turns out that the other party came here with a specific plan from the beginning. Their goal was to acquire all the high-quality jade here, and their tool was this so-called Heaven-Devouring Dragon Whale!
Just then, a terrifying roar came from afar. The three looked over and immediately saw Chen Qing chasing after them, with countless tentacles flying behind him.
Upon seeing this, Murong immediately smiled.
Even though she was the least intelligent of the three, she could tell that Chen Qing was getting anxious!