The moment they saw this Demon Beast, a chill ran down their spines.
A spider with several pairs of compound eyes coldly stared at the cultivators in front of it.
The massive legs gleamed with a cold light, their sharpness not to be underestimated.
Looking at these ice crystals, they're no longer the same ice crystals as before; they're clearly the crystals on this spider's head.
"Run!"
The moment Shi Hu saw the spider, he instinctively swam upwards at top speed, completely disregarding the others.
The moment the spider appeared, he felt an extreme chill throughout his body. That feeling was something only Foundation Establishment Late Stage Demon Beast could give him.
He had a vague feeling that this demonic Demon Beast was very likely about to Core Formation!
Thinking about this, he felt his legs trembling even more.
This Demon Beast is incredibly dangerous; it actually used such a method to lure them into its trap!
The moment Qiu Lan and the others saw the Demon Beast, they felt a chill run down their spines and quickly floated to the surface.
The Demon Beast below also moved at this moment, like a hunter. Once it saw its prey take the bait, it began to hunt and kill.
The cultivator who landed behind Qiu Lan didn't even have time to cry for help before the spider's forelegs pierced through his body.
His defensive Law Treasure couldn't even stop that sharp thigh for a moment.
Su Mu's face was pale at this moment.
From his angle, the spider that suddenly appeared was absolutely terrifying.
Does this thing even know how to hunt like this?
Su Mu turned back and swam upwards without looking back; the aura behind him had already disappeared.
Everyone knew that one of their own had fallen.
"Stop right there!"
Just as Su Mu was swimming upwards with her head down, Shi Hu's expression hardened, a long whip appeared in his hand, and he swung it out to wrap around Su Mu's legs.
If Su Mu is dragged away, he should be basically safe.
After all, with so many cultivators behind it, this spider could keep itself busy for quite a while.
Moreover, he was extremely dissatisfied to see that Su Mu was running faster than him.
Su Mu had never let his guard down around the cultivators below. When he sensed someone attacking him, his expression hardened, and he suddenly summoned his flying sword, slashing at the whip.
The longsword, which was originally invincible, seemed to strike cotton when it hit the whip.
With a flick of the whip, the flying sword was deflected, and the whip continued to entangle Su Mu.
Seeing this, Su Mu became extremely anxious. What would happen if he were to be entangled by the other party?
Thinking of this, Su Mu pointed at the flying sword.
This time, a flash of white light appeared on the flying sword, and it gently slashed at the whip again.
Upon seeing this, Shi Hu sneered, "This whip is woven from the fur of Core Formation Stage Demon Beast and forged with iron ore. You think your flying sword can cut through it?"
Shi Hu didn't take the flying sword seriously at all.
I just tried it with one sword, and it's clear it won't work.
Even though they were in the water, Su Mu could still hear what the other person said clearly.
The flying sword struck the whip, and a fierce flash of light appeared, stirring up ripples in the water.
This time, the whip was knocked aside; although it wasn't cut off, it still served as an obstacle.
Su Mu's expression hardened upon seeing this; the Law Treasure in this guy's hand was indeed powerful.
His own Jade Spirit Flame was unable to cut through the opponent's whip.
Su Mu took a deep breath and continued swimming upwards.
Just a moment ago, I sensed another aura disappear; clearly, someone else had perished.
Su Mu channeled his Spiritual Power and immediately used the Water Escape Technique.
Fortunately, he had already practiced this Water Escape technique beforehand. Although he wasn't quite used to it yet, it was still faster than swimming blindly like this.
Shi Hu's face darkened. He hadn't expected that his whip could be knocked away by Su Mu. This guy's flying sword seemed to be something special.
At this moment, Su Mu transformed into a stream of water, desperately trying to escape, making him grit his teeth in frustration.
This guy can actually use Water Escape?
In that case, he wouldn't be able to use the whip to catch his opponent in the water.
The people behind him were terrified as they watched the spider chasing after them.
As Su Mu watched the sky draw ever closer, her joy grew stronger.
However, at that moment, Su Mu suddenly sensed something around the water and immediately stopped.
The Fallen Star Sword was drawn and slashed directly upwards.
When using Water Escape, one has a very clear perception of the situation inside the water.
In that brief moment, Su Mu could sense a distinct difference.
When the flying sword was thrown upwards, it clearly struck something, and was bounced back.
Su Mu's expression changed. What was that? He couldn't see it, but something was definitely looming over him!
At that moment, Shi Hu behind him also saw this scene.
"It's a net! This Demon Beast even laid a net in the water!"
At this moment, he couldn't care less about attacking Su Mu; with this thing around, he had to break the net.
net?
Su Mu felt a pang in his heart. This spider was truly a monster; not only did it live in water, but it even spun its web in the water!
Su Mu took a deep breath, fully released the Jade Spirit Flame on the Fallen Star Sword, and then slashed upwards fiercely.
The flying sword was enveloped in a layer of flames.
It had barely begun to emerge when the flames were quickly suppressed.
The flying sword struck the spider web, but it seemed to be stuck to something, unable to advance an inch.
However, Su Mu clearly felt that the flying sword was gradually roasting the spider web.
Bang!
A moment later, a hole was finally burned into the spider web.
Seeing this, Su Mu's face lit up with joy, and seizing the opportunity, he crawled through the hole.
squeak!
The spider behind me was initially somewhat nonchalant, probably thinking that since its web had already fallen, no one could escape.
To everyone's surprise, someone actually managed to break through its spider web.
Suddenly the spider panicked and pounced on the remaining people.
Shi Hu saw it clearly and rushed towards the opening in the spider web.
Qiu Lan slapped a talisman onto herself, her speed increased dramatically, and she ran out as well.
The remaining few people were indeed tightly entangled in the spider web, wrapped up like dumplings, and when the spider web tightened, it strangled and killed all the cultivators.
The spider didn't even look at these creatures; it suddenly leaped out of the pool in an instant.
Su Mu had just stepped out of the pool when he tried to fly out of the cave entrance to escape.
However, at that moment, the spider behind them flew out and spat out a web, sealing off the only exit.
At first glance, the spider web is so transparent that it seems invisible.
Su Mu's face darkened upon seeing this; this thing clearly didn't want him to leave smoothly!
Shi Hu and Qiu Lan finally broke through.
Su Mu felt like vomiting blood just looking at it. What was wrong with this spider?
There are two more guys below; instead of killing them, we'll just come up and block the road.
This is clearly an attempt to wipe them out completely!
Why don't you run?
Qiu Lan looked at Su Mu standing still, the cave entrance was not far from him, but Su Mu did not seem to have any intention of leaving, which made her feel strange.
"This thing has blocked the road with spider webs."
Su Mu only noticed now that the spider was entirely black, which explained the glowing thing on its forehead that no one else had noticed.
Moreover, they cannot sense the other party's presence while underwater, demonstrating an extremely impressive ability to conceal themselves.
Is your escape route blocked?
Upon hearing this, the expressions of the two people beside him changed.
Are they being forced to fight this spider to the death?
"How about we join forces and subdue this Demon Beast?"
Shi Hu looked at Su Mu, his gaze directed at Su Mu.
Su Mu's face darkened. "How do I know you won't stab me in the back again?"
This guy just attacked him while he was escaping underwater, which really shocked and angered Su Mu.
Su Mu wouldn't be so angry if the other party had simply killed him and stolen his treasure.
However, this sudden attack while he was running away ignited Su Mu's anger.
Shi Hu, however, remained calm. "What, is this your first day in the Immortal Cultivation Realm? Isn't this perfectly normal?"
"There are some troublesome guys here right now. It's either a matter of dealing with them all at once, or taking turns to die. You're the weakest, and Demon Beast like to pick on the weak to kill first."
Upon hearing this, Su Mu gave the other person a deep look.
That's true, but it doesn't mean Su Mu will just let it go.
However, what the other party said is not wrong; we should deal with this Demon Beast first.
"You two handle this Demon Beast, I'll break the spider web, okay? You just saw it, I have the ability to break this spider web, but it will take a while."
With the flying swords used to break the spider web, Su Mu had no other options, so they needed to delay the spider.
Upon hearing this, the two people standing nearby felt a jolt in their hearts.
The Demon Beast in front of me is of unknown species, but it is indeed very powerful.
They genuinely felt they weren't very confident they could defeat the Demon Beast.
If possible, it would be best to run away first.
Shi Hu and Qiu Lan exchanged a glance, seeing the hesitation in each other's eyes.
If Su Mu were to break the spider web, the opponent would definitely run away immediately after breaking it, and then they would be left to cover their retreat.
This left them unsure whether or not to agree.
Su Mu remained perfectly calm, simply waiting for the other party to give an answer.
"Perhaps we can try to take down this beast first."
Shi Hu considered for a moment, then spoke.
It seems they're still not comfortable letting Su Mu break through the spider web like that.
Su Mu had already guessed this outcome.
Qiu Lan nodded in agreement, "Let's attack together and wipe out this beast!"
Seeing this, Su Mu nodded slightly, and the Fallen Star Sword to the vicinity.
At this moment, the spider finally began to move.
Shi Hu was right. After sensing that Su Mu's cultivation level was the lowest, the spider charged directly at Su Mu.
It spat out a ball of white net along the way, and its forelimbs lunged at Su Mu.
Seeing this, Su Mu Su Mu used the Fallen Star Sword to flash to the side.
Just as he disappeared, Bai Wang and Su Mu brushed past each other, a truly close call.
After the white net landed, it hissed and emitted puffs of blue smoke.
This time, the net they sent out was different from the net used to block the road!
Su Mu's face darkened.
Shi Hu and his companion were also startled and immediately became wary.
"Superior!"
Shi Hu and Qiu Lan finally stopped just watching.
Shi Hu lashed out with his whip, trying to bind the spider, but Qiu Lan flicked it lightly, and a column of water immediately rose from the water beside him, condensing into ice before stabbing directly at the spider.
A flying sword flashed beside Su Mu and arrived at the spider's head. A faint blue light flickered on the sword as it slashed down at the spider.
The spider let out a soft hiss and spat its web directly at the whip beside it.
Before Shi Hu could react, the whip was already caught and fell to the ground. No matter how much Shi Hu waved his hand, trying to recall the whip, there was no response.
Su Mu and the ice pillar landed squarely on the spider.
After the pillar struck the spider, there was a muffled thud, and the shattered ice fragments scattered on the spider's body, where frost began to form again, as if to freeze the spider inside.
When Su Mu's flying sword struck the spider, there was only a soft sound, and the sword left a shallow mark on its head.
Su Mu's lips twitched upon seeing this.
The Azure Spirit Slash could only leave such a small mark?
The spider moved, and the frost on its body immediately scattered all over the ground.
Neither of their attacks had any effect.
Shi Hu's face turned ugly; his Law Treasure had been destroyed.
This single net completely severed the connection between his magical artifact and his Law Treasure.
At this moment, he could clearly see that the net was still eroding his Law Treasure, and the spiritual light on the Law Treasure began to dim gradually.
"This demonic Demon Beast is already close to the Core Formation Stage!"
Shi Hu's face was grim, and he took out another Law Treasure from his Storage Bag.
It's Law Treasure that looks a bit like a bell, but I don't know what its function is.
"My flying sword cannot break through its defenses."
Su Mu said coldly.
"When you used your flying sword before, it was wreathed in white flames, which could repel my whip. And this beast's net—you weren't using your full strength just now."
Shi Hu's expression shifted slightly, then he spoke in a deep voice.
"If you don't go all out now, you might not have another chance later!"
"That requires consumption. If I use up all of this power, I won't be able to break this net."
This guy's observation skills are incredibly sharp; even now, he still thinks Su Mu is hiding his true strength.
Upon hearing this, Shi Hu's eyes flickered, and he lingered on Su Mu sword for a few more moments.
Upon closer inspection, the hilt of Su Mu's flying sword did indeed appear slightly dim, suggesting it was indeed a type of attack that required energy expenditure.
That would be troublesome.
If Su Mu exhausts his energy, they won't be able to kill the spider themselves, and won't they all perish here?
Are we suggesting we just have Su Mu break through the net?
This Demon Beast has clearly gained some intelligence. If they do this, Demon Beast will definitely become very aggressive, and they don't know if they can stop it.