novelapdf #669 - Siege of Blood North
#669 - Siege of Blood North
Just as Li Chengfeng was preparing to further investigate the Blood Clan's territory, a burst of noise shattered the tranquility.
From within the Blood Clan, a team of people suddenly leaped out of the Great Array of the Blood Clan of the Heavens, brimming with aggressive momentum.
Leading them was a Core Formation Stage Late Phase cultivator, Xue Bei, who was tall, with a stern face and surrounded by a powerful aura.
The other twelve were all Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators, who followed closely behind, looking nervous.
Xue Bei was clearly dissatisfied with his subordinates' performance, as he scolded, "Don't act like your parents just died, hurry up! If you delay the adults' important matters, you will definitely be ground to ashes!"
His voice was cold and ruthless, causing his subordinates to become as silent as cicadas in winter, not daring to be negligent in the slightest.
One of the Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators, who had a small, eight-character mustache, mustered his courage and respectfully inquired about the details of the mission from Xue Bei.
He asked curiously, "Elder, I wonder what the origin of this Five Venom Grass we are looking for is? Why must we find that thing? Even now, it is already difficult to find this kind of thing near Queshan, where the entire Blood Clan is located."
Xue Bei sneered, his eyes revealing disdain and arrogance. He explained, "What do you know? Just do what you are told! You must know that this Five Venom Grass has very good benefits for our Blood Clan because of its intense toxicity.
But at the same time, taking it is also extremely painful. This time, we are looking for the most virulent Five Venom Grass to prepare for an important plan of the Blood Clan."
Speaking of this, Xue Bei's tone suddenly became angry.
He gritted his teeth and said, "Zhongli Meiying, that bastard, the Sect Leader trusts her so much, entrusting the Blood Clan to her, but she actually lines her own pockets, advancing herself to the Nascent Soul Stage.
Once this matter is investigated, the superiors will definitely make her wish she were dead!"
Hearing this, all the Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators fell silent.
They knew that Zhongli Meiying was an outstanding figure in the Blood Clan, and in the past few years, the Blood Clan, under her management, had been thriving, rarely making mistakes, and acting cautiously.
However, now she was in trouble, becoming a thorn in the side of the Blood Clan's higher-ups.
They dared not delve into the reasons behind it, nor dared to question Xue Bei's intentions, only praying that they could quickly find the Five Venom Grass, complete the mission, and avoid being drawn into this conflict.
Li Chengfeng's eyes instantly turned cold, as he keenly sensed the unusualness of the situation. During the years that Xue Qiankun had Zhongli Meiying act as the Sect Leader, the Blood Clan had not taken any hostile actions against her, which was clearly to avoid unnecessary conflicts and disasters.
But now, after Xue Qiankun emerged from his closed-door cultivation, he was actually bribed by the Beihai forces, and his attitude towards Zhongli Meiying had also undergone a huge change, which must be hiding some kind of special relationship.
Li Chengfeng knew the power of the Five Venom Grass, this kind of poisonous herb was extremely toxic, and for those who cultivated poison techniques, it was a rare treasure.
And in his Hell Space, a large amount of Five Venom Grass was planted.
The Myriad Poison Art he cultivated required this kind of poisonous herb to assist in hypnotizing the body and improving his cultivation.
However, for those who had not cultivated poison techniques, once they were contaminated with this kind of poisonous herb, they would suffer a fate worse than death.
Thinking of this, Li Chengfeng became more determined to find out the truth of the matter.
He guessed that the Blood Clan's search for the Five Venom Grass was likely related to one of their major plans, and this plan was likely inextricably linked to Zhongli Meiying.
Li Chengfeng silently followed this group of Blood Clan people, skillfully using the Dust of Time to perfectly conceal his aura, so that these people could not detect his existence at all.
They went north all the way, flying over layers of mountains, and finally arrived at a huge rift valley.
This rift valley was filled with poisonous gas and miasma, with various toxins emerging endlessly, making it the easiest place for the Five Venom Grass to grow.
However, this place was also full of dangers, with Demon King-level poisonous beasts possibly appearing at any time, making it impossible to guard against.
Although Xue Bei was already a Core Formation Stage Late Phase cultivator, he did not dare to be careless in the face of such an environment.
He had a dozen Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators scout the way for him in front to ensure his safety.
Although these disciples were dissatisfied in their hearts, they did not dare to express it, and could only silently increase their vigilance, operating their cultivation techniques to form protective shields, and using their movement techniques to slowly scout the way in front.
However, such a speed obviously made Xue Bei very dissatisfied. He scolded, "Are you all not full?"
At this slow pace, when will we be able to reach the core area? Find the Five Venom Grass? Are you deliberately trying to make things difficult for me?
If we fail to complete the mission, I am afraid I will suffer punishment, and you will die a violent death!"
The disciples gritted their teeth, but there was nothing they could do.
They knew the cruelty and ruthlessness of the Blood Clan. Since Zhongli Meiying was deprived of her rights and imprisoned in the Blood Clan's Blood Prison, a major change had taken place within the Blood Clan.
They did not dare to disobey Xue Bei's orders, and could only silently endure the pressure and danger, continuing to scout the way forward.
Suddenly, a group of poisonous beasts emerged in front, all of them frogs, with blood splattering everywhere as they spewed poison, the scene was terrifying.
The Three-Eyed Venomous Frog, as its name suggests, its eyes seemed to be able to confuse people's hearts, and poisonous arrows and poisonous mist were fired together. Once hit, people would wither like dead wood, turning into a pile of bones.
The number of these poisonous frogs was astonishing, as many as hundreds, although the grade was not high, they were superior in number, rushing in like a tide.
The Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators of the Blood Clan displayed their abilities, with blood-colored light overflowing, and sharp blood blades pierced through the air, cutting these frogs into pieces, scattering and splashing in all directions.
After a fierce battle, most of the poisonous frogs had been killed, and the rest were frightened and fled.
They dared not easily absorb the poison of these frogs, and could only carefully continue to move forward, feeling uneasy in their hearts, as if walking on thin ice, fearing that another accident would happen.
On this road, they were really frightened and trembling, proceeding cautiously!
Further ahead, the poisonous gas became more and more concentrated, and they had to swallow detoxification pills to curb the invasion of toxins.
It is said that "good medicine tastes bitter", and although this detoxification substance can save lives, it is also difficult to taste.
The Five Venom Grass, that legendary detoxification holy product, is hidden in such a dangerous place, but since ancient times, "treasures are occupied by those with virtue", there must be demon beasts lurking around the non-toxic grass, guarding its side.
In an instant, the poisonous substances in front seemed to be manipulated by invisible hands, surging and gathering into a poisonous wall, rushing towards them, the poisonous wall bared its fangs and claws, and poisonous mist lingered, as if to devour everything.
These people were all seasoned cultivators, and faced with this sudden change, they immediately realized that a master must have touched the forbidden law, trapping them in this poisonous fog-shrouded desperate situation.
The strength of this person made them tremble with fear, and even Xue Bei, who had always been calm, felt his scalp tingle and cold sweat broke out.
The poisonous walls around them seemed to be substantial, solid and incomparable, and they used all their means, the flying swords shot out by the Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators, as soon as they touched the poisonous walls, they were like a clay ox entering the sea, instantly being dissolved without a trace.
The prosperity and strength of this poisonous gas is simply unbelievable, as if to kill all vitality in this endless darkness.