The Two Beauties' First Battle, Gaining a Foothold for Now
"Use them to practice and get used to the rules here."
Dongfang Yueming stood still, not even intending to make a move. He was now at the Top-Tier Soul Condensation Perfection, and these beasts at the True Power Realm held no interest for him.
"Roar!"
The leading Three-Headed Azure-Scaled Beast roared, its three blood-red maws simultaneously spewing out scorching azure flames, sweeping towards the three with overwhelming force!
The temperature of this flame was so high that it even slightly distorted the surrounding space.
However, neither Hong Gui nor Baihu flinched.
After six months of intense dual cultivation and soaring cultivation levels, they were eager for a real battle to test their strength.
"Let me!"
With a sharp cry, Hong Gui's graceful body traced a sensual arc in mid-air.
"Buzz!"
The terrifying true energy of the [Soul Condensation Realm Sixth Stage] within her body suddenly erupted, and a huge, deep purple rose phantom bloomed behind her. This was not Qi Technique, but a material manifestation of the combination of spiritual power and true energy after she had condensed her divine soul!
"Purple Net of Heavenly Power - Thousand Layers of Flower Demons!"
With a flick of her whip, the enormous Hong Gui phantom instantly transformed into a shower of petals. Each petal was as thin as a cicada's wing, yet sharp enough to cut through gold and jade. They coalesced in mid-air into a purple storm, directly confronting the sky full of azure flames!
"Hiss hiss hiss--!"
A sickening cutting sound rang out. The seemingly ferocious blue flames were actually cut and shredded the moment they came into contact with the storm of purple petals!
Moreover, the petals continued their relentless force, like a deadly rain of blades, fiercely engulfing the Three-Headed Azure-Scaled Beast charging at the forefront!
"Roar!"
A shrill scream echoed through the forest. The dark blue scales that even ordinary True Power Realm could hardly penetrate were like paper under Hong Gui's attack, instantly cut with countless deep, bone-revealing gashes, and blood gushed out!
"Such power!" Even Hong Gui herself was somewhat surprised. She hadn't expected that after entering the Soul Condensation Realm, her original Earth Grade Qi Technique could unleash such terrifying destructive power.
On the other hand, the Baihu's attacks were even simpler, more decisive, and deadly.
"Taibai Slaughter!"
The Baihu's eyes were icy cold. She didn't use any fancy moves. She simply gripped her battle blade in a backhand and, like a bolt of lightning, charged directly into the horde of beasts!
The pure killing intent of the [Soul Condensation Realm Perfection] is attached to the blade.
"Whoosh!"
A blinding white light flashed by.
The largest of the Three-Headed Azure-Scaled Beast didn't even have time to react before its hard head was smoothly cleaved in two! The cut was even covered with a thin layer of frost, and not a drop of blood flowed.
A single strike instantly Ferocious Beast at the Peak True Power Realm!
This is the terrifying attack power of a sword cultivator at the Soul Condensation Perfection!
Under the combined onslaught of the two women, who were as swift and decisive as slicing melons and vegetables, in less than half an incense stick's time, these dozen or so terrifying Ferocious Beast, enough to cause a catastrophe on Blue Star, were reduced to a pile of corpses.
"Whew... That felt great!" Hong Gui flicked the blood off her whip, her beautiful eyes sparkling with excitement.
"The spatial structure and gravity here are at least ten times stronger than on Blue Star. Fighting here will also consume your true energy much faster." Baihu sheathed his sword, astutely pointing out the differences between the two worlds.
Dongfang Yueming nodded in satisfaction. After the battle just now, the two women had begun to adapt to the laws of the Crimson Profound World.
"Let's go. The stench of blood here is too strong; it'll soon attract even stronger Ferocious Beast. Let's find a human settlement first and figure out what's going on here."
With a sweep of his Divine Sense, Dongfang Yueming locked onto a place with signs of human habitation hundreds of miles away.
Half a day later.
After traversing a vast primeval forest, the three arrived at a remote, human-made town built against a mountainside.
The town's walls were built of rough, black stone, covered with claw marks and dried blood, clearly indicating that they were frequently attacked by Ferocious Beast.
To avoid attracting attention, the three of them changed into coarse cloth robes commonly seen in the market, concealed their aura, and disguised themselves as ordinary wandering cultivators traveling together. After paying the entrance fee, they entered the town.
Although the town was somewhat dilapidated, it was extremely prosperous. Various stalls lined both sides of the street, and the sounds of vendors hawking their wares filled the air. Most of the martial artists coming and going were at the Blood Transformation Realm or Qi Gathering Realm, and occasionally a few True Power Realm warriors could be seen hurrying by.
Dongfang Yueming led the two women into a simple tavern called "Drunken Immortal Abode". In such a mixed place, taverns are often the most well-informed intelligence stations.
The three of them ordered a few side dishes and a pot of cheap spirit wine, and sat in a corner.
Dongfang Yueming casually tossed a low-level beast core to the shifty-eyed waiter beside him; this was practically hard currency in the Crimson Profound World.
"Waiter, my siblings and I have been in seclusion for a long time and are new to this area. Tell us, what is the current situation in the Crimson Profound World?" Dongfang Yueming asked in a low voice.
The waiter, having accepted the bribe, immediately beamed and began to speak at length in a low voice.
"These three guests are clearly ascetics in their cultivation. This Crimson Profound World is vast and boundless; our place is merely a very remote corner of the Southern Wasteland."
"Speaking of the situation, the Crimson Profound World Qi Gathering Realm and Meridian Opening Realm are merely slightly stronger ants, destined to be outer disciples in major sects. Those at the True Power Realm and Sea of Consciousness Realm are barely considered figures, capable of becoming stewards."
The waiter swallowed hard, his eyes filled with extreme awe.
"Only those who step into the legendary [Golden Core Realm] and form Leakless Golden Core can be considered true masters! They will then have the qualifications to establish their own sect and dominate a region!"
"Only those at the Golden Core Realm are considered experts?" Hong Gui and Baihu exchanged a glance, secretly astonished. On Blue Star, the Sea of Consciousness Realm was already the ceiling.
"Then... in this Crimson Profound World, which are the strongest forces?" Dongfang Yueming asked casually, a glint of light One Flash in his eyes.
"The strongest force?"
The waiter lowered his voice, as if afraid of disturbing some deity.
"Those are naturally the top behemoths that are transcendent and have unfathomable depths! Among them, the 'One Palace, Two Halls, and Three Sects' are the most famous."
"Especially that [Shangyin Academy]! It's said they've been passed down for tens of thousands of years, and their sect not only has countless Golden Core Realm cultivators, but also rumored to have terrifyingly powerful figures beyond the Golden Core realm! They're a true behemoth on this continent, and no one dares to provoke them!"
Upon hearing the words "Shangyin Academy".
Dongfang Yueming paused slightly in the hand holding the wine glass, a chilling murderous intent flashing deep in his eyes.
The high-ranking member of the Primordial Sea demons who possessed the human genius was actually lurking within this so-called behemoth power!
"It seems the waters of this Crimson Profound World are deeper than I imagined. To find a hidden high-ranking demon among such a behemoth, a direct assault is definitely not an option. I must first break through to the Golden Core Realm," Dongfang Yueming secretly calculated.
"Brother, I have another question."
Dongfang Yueming continued, "We used to cultivate only rudimentary Qi Technique and Soul Technique. I wonder what methods these Golden Core Realm experts use?"
"Qi Technique? Soul Technique?" The waiter scoffed. "Sir, you're joking. Those are just rudimentary techniques for mortals to hone their true qi and spiritual power."
"Upon reaching the Golden Core Realm, essence, energy, and spirit unite as one, forming a self-sustaining cycle within the body. Martial artists will no longer be limited to mobilizing the energy within their bodies, but will directly Heaven Reaching through the Golden Core!"
The waiter's eyes were filled with longing. "With a mere gesture, they can manipulate the power of heaven and earth, overturn rivers and seas, and summon wind and rain. Such Heaven Reaching abilities are called—[Spell]!"
"Spell..."
A flash of understanding crossed Dongfang Yueming's eyes. Qi Technique and Soul Technique ultimately borrow one's own power; while Spell manipulate the laws of heaven and earth for one's own use. These are two completely different power systems!
After dismissing the waiter, Dongfang Yueming did not linger in the tavern.
Now that he knew about the existence of Spell, he had to get his hands on it as soon as possible to study it.
"Let's go check out the market in town."