However, Yu Tianheng knew that in this perilous Star Dou Great Forest, it was not the best strategy to confront the pursuers rashly. He should avoid fighting if possible, and since the other party had been holding back, they were probably waiting for an opportunity.
If that's the case, then let's find a way to get rid of them first.
On the surface, Yu Tianheng remained calm and continued walking leisurely, but in secret he circulated his internal True Qi, and his body emitted a faint blue light. When the surrounding environment became darker and the trees became denser, providing him with sufficient cover, Yu Tianheng acted decisively.
In an instant, he used Aura Concealment Technique combined with a lightness technique, and his whole body moved like Gui Mei, his figure instantly rising from the ground. His toes lightly touched the branches, using the momentum to move swiftly. His speed was extremely fast, and the airflow he created made the surrounding leaves swirl up, forming a small vortex behind him.
Li Wuji and the others were clearly caught off guard by Yu Tianheng's sudden attack, and were momentarily thrown into disarray. By the time they reacted, Yu Tianheng had already disappeared behind layers of branches and leaves. They could only stand there blankly, searching in vain for Yu Tianheng's whereabouts.
Meanwhile, Yu Tianheng was already several miles away. He hid behind a thick tree trunk, holding his breath and quietly observing the way they had come. Only when he was sure that the pursuers had not caught up did he breathe a sigh of relief, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
Behind them, Li Wuji and his group frowned. "It seems Yu Tianheng has already discovered us."
"Unbelievable! We were so well hidden, even Five-Ring Soul King would have a hard time finding us, yet this mere junior who just entered level 40 has this ability!"
"Hmph! Don't underestimate him. If he didn't have some real skills, how could he have become the young patriarch of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan!"
"So what do we do now? Should we stay or leave?" one person asked.
Li Wuji said, "Let's go and chase after them. If we still can't find them, then forget it and go back to report. But if we do that, we'll most likely have to leave the army."
Meanwhile, after successfully shaking off his pursuers, Yu Tianheng once again ventured deeper into the Star Dou Great Forest.
The decaying leaves underfoot were soft, each step accompanied by a subtle rustling sound. The surroundings were so quiet it was almost oppressive, broken only by the occasional chirping of insects and roars of animals.
Suddenly, a deep roar came from ahead, like muffled thunder rolling deep in the earth. Yu Tianheng's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly concealed himself, quietly approaching the source of the sound. Parting the layers of branches and leaves, a majestic Lightning Radiance Mad Lion came into view.
This Lightning Radiance Mad Lion resembles a majestic giant lion, but its body is extremely large, like a small hill. Its golden mane stands upright, with tiny sparks of lightning dancing among it. Every tremor of its body is accompanied by crackling sounds of electricity, and its eerie green vertical pupils radiate a bloodthirsty light.
When Yu Tianheng was a child, he studied Soul Beast identification with his uncle Yu Xiaogang for a period of time.
He recognized it at a glance as a Lightning Radiance Mad Lion, a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast with a cultivation level between twelve and thirteen thousand years. It possessed lightning attributes and, although not a sub-dragon Soul Beast, it still matched the attributes of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Martial Soul Hall, making it an excellent target for his fourth Soul Ring.
After observing for a moment, Yu Tianheng made his move without hesitation.
However, the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion is, after all, a ten-thousand-year-old Soul Beast. In terms of combat power, it is no less than Power Attack System Soul Master at the level of Five-Ring Soul King.
Even with his formidable fighting prowess, Yu Tianheng dared not be overconfident.
His gaze was fixed on Lightning Radiance Mad Lion, and a resolute determination welled up in his heart. In an instant, he had a thought and his consciousness probed into the mysterious System Space.
In the blink of an eye, a spear radiating a chilling purple light appeared in his hand; it was the Purple Lightning Spear.
Lightning crackled and leaped across the gun's body, hissing and sizzling, like countless nimble electric snakes Entanglement, exuding a rich aura of lightning.
The Purple Lightning Spear is a mid-grade Spirit Weapon that Yu Tianheng purchased from the System Shop. It is powerful and can easily break through the defense of Soul Master who is using their Fourth Soul Skill.
Using him to deal with this Lightning Radiance Mad Lion is the best option.
Immediately afterward, Yu Tianheng lightly touched the ground with his feet, and shot towards the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion like an arrow. His Soul Power and martial arts True Qi surged around him, and the blue light and purple lightning on his spear intertwined. Just as he was about to reach the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion, Yu Tianheng suddenly roared and unleashed the mid-grade Martial Skill " Thunder Piercing ".
The Purple Lightning Spear in his hand moved like a bolt of purple lightning, carrying immense power, and thrust straight at Lightning Radiance Mad Lion's forehead. Where the spear tip pointed, the air was instantly torn apart, leaving a thin trail of lightning, and the air was filled with a pungent, burnt smell.
Sensing a deadly threat, the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion roared to the sky, its body crackling with lightning as it spat out a ball of lightning in an attempt to block the fierce attack.
The lightning ball, carrying devastating power, collided heavily with the Purple Lightning Spear.
A deafening roar shook the surrounding trees, sending leaves fluttering down. The powerful energy surge rippled outwards from the point of impact, instantly leveling the surrounding bushes.
However, Yu Tianheng's all-out attack contained his do-or-die determination and superb Martial Skill. Although the lightning ball spat out by the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion was incredibly powerful, it still couldn't completely block the attack of the Purple Lightning Spear. The Purple Lightning Spear only paused slightly before forcefully piercing and exploding the lightning ball, and continued to pierce the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion with undiminished momentum.
Unable to dodge in time, the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion was pierced in the side by the Purple Lightning Spear, letting out a painful roar as its massive body swayed a few times. This tremendous commotion instantly shattered the tranquility of the forest, like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples.
Meanwhile, Li Wuji and his group, who had been left behind by Yu Tianheng, were struggling to search along their previous trail. The loud noise was like a beacon in the darkness, instantly attracting their attention. A hint of surprise flashed in the eyes of the leader, who shouted, "Quick, Yu Tianheng is over there, let's go check it out!" The group immediately quickened their pace and ran towards the source of the sound.
When they arrived, they saw Yu Tianheng surrounded by a dazzling blue light, locked in fierce combat with the Lightning Radiance Mad Lion, whose body was radiating lightning. The man and the beast exchanged blows, each clash accompanied by intense energy fluctuations, and the surrounding space seemed to be distorted and deformed by this violent power.
Li Wuji and his group pushed aside the dense foliage, and the scene before them made them freeze instantly. The shock was like a surging tide, completely engulfing them. Yu Tianheng and Lightning Radiance Mad Lion were locked in fierce combat, with lightning crackling all around and the air distorted by the rampant energy, emitting an eerie buzzing sound.
Li Wuji's eyes widened in disbelief. His lips parted slightly as he muttered to himself, "This... this is a ten-thousand-year-old Soul Beast, comparable to Five-Ring Soul King. Even if the five of us encountered it, we would have to give way. And yet it..."