LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 20: The Same Script, Different Performance
Chapter 20: The Same Script, Different Performance
"Xiao San, I think you should focus on cultivating and temporarily give up the idea of revenge," Xiao Wu suggested.
"Because..."
Xiao Wu hesitated to continue.
"What do you mean 'because'?" Tang San persisted.
"My words may not be pleasant to hear."
"It doesn't matter. I love whatever you say."
"Alright then."
With Tang San's affirmation, Xiao Wu no longer hesitated, "The truth is, the gap in strength between you and Qin Xiao is quite large."
In fact, Xiao Wu was being very diplomatic. The current difference in power between them was like comparing a trickle to the vast ocean. Tang San's talk of killing Qin Xiao and solving future troubles was almost laughable. It was like willingly walking into one's doom.
But out of consideration for Tang San's pride, she refrained from being too blunt.
"Xiao Wu, just watch."
"I, Tang San, never boast empty words."
Tang San confidently stated.
He was well aware of his own strength. Relying on his current cultivation to avenge Tang Hao would take decades.
But he had Tang Sect's hidden weapons.
"As long as I can create one of the top three mechanical type hidden weapons, even a Title Douluo can be killed!"
Tang San had this confidence in his heart.
The confidence in Tang Sect's hidden weapons.
"If only I had the Buddha's Fury Tang Lotus now, I could definitely kill Qin Xiao."
Tang San felt some regret.
Qin Xiao's battle with Tang Hao had been fierce, and though Tang Hao had nearly died, Tang San believed Qin Xiao must have suffered as well.
However, what he didn't know was that the real battle was one-sided. Qin Xiao had come out virtually unscathed except for some energy depletion.
Qin Xiao, Zhao Wuji, and others had just arrived outside the Star Dou Great Forest.
This was later than Qin Xiao had anticipated.
But it couldn't be helped. Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun, being battle soul masters, weren't much affected in speed despite their injuries.
But Oscar was different.
Being a support-type soul master, his physical strength was significantly less. His injuries slowed him down considerably.
"Should we enter the forest tomorrow morning?" Zhao Wuji asked cautiously.
"No need," Qin Xiao said. "I think a quick battle will allow us to exit the Star Dou Great Forest swiftly."
To him, day and night made little difference.
Moreover, he was eager to complete his task.
His original soul rings and fusion rings would enhance his strength, which wasn't easy to improve at his level.
That's why he wouldn't miss any task.
Zhao Wuji nodded at Qin Xiao's words and instructed the others, "Listen up, the soul beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest are extremely dangerous. Even at the periphery, we might encounter thousand-year soul beasts. Once we enter the forest, don't stray more than twenty meters from me. Ning Rongrong, Oscar, you two must stick close to me. Understood?"
"Yes!"
Everyone responded in unison.
However, after nearly two hours in the Star Dou Great Forest, they encountered many soul beasts, but not a single one suitable for Oscar's soul ring.
"Let's take a break," Zhao Wuji said quietly. "We'll continue exploring when the moon rises."
He made the arrangements after glancing at the sky.
But at that moment, Qin Xiao disagreed with Zhao Wuji's suggestion: "Now is not the time to rest. A soul beast is approaching."
A soul beast?
Zhao Wuji instantly became alert and turned to Zhu Zhuqing, who was on guard in a nearby tree, "Zhu Zhuqing, do you notice anything?"
"Nothing."
Zhu Zhuqing immediately responded.
Before Zhao Wuji could relax, Zhu Zhuqing announced, "Incoming! From the southwest, a strange snake is approaching! It seems to be able to fly but not high, just two or three meters above the ground."
"Be on guard!"
Zhao Wuji decisively ordered without any unnecessary words.
Everyone immediately stood up, ready for battle.
Only Qin Xiao seemed lost in thought, surprised by the situation.
"Could it be that the Phoenix-Tail Cock-Crested Snake was left for Oscar? Are Long Gong and She Po that incompetent?"
Sssss...
While Qin Xiao was lost in his thoughts, a dark shadow emerged from the dense forest and appeared before everyone.
It was a strange snake, with a fleshy crest on its head, larger than the head itself, and vividly red. Its tail was unique, fan-shaped.
"Phoenix-Tail Cock-Crested Snake!"
Zhao Wuji's eyes lit up, "It's about six or seven meters long, probably around 1,400 to 1,500 years old. Perfect for you, Oscar."
"Normally, this soul beast should be your kill."
"But given your current state, let's not."
Zhao Wuji said somewhat helplessly.
"Heh, so am I fortunate in my misfortune?"
Oscar chuckled.
Zhao Wuji rolled his eyes at him, "I'll make sure you enjoy your trip back."
Gulp.
Oscar swallowed hard, Zhao Wuji's look giving him chills.
Definitely not a good omen!
Zhao Wuji didn't bother with Oscar anymore and took a few steps, lunging at the Phoenix-Tail Cock-Crested Snake.
Despite his cumbersome appearance, Zhao Wuji moved swiftly, catching the snake by its tail before it could react.
Hiss!
The snake, enraged by Zhao Wuji's action, turned to bite him.
But Zhao Wuji was quicker, flinging the snake into the air.
Bang, bang, bang.
A series of sounds echoed as Zhao Wuji whipped the snake against the ground like a lash.
After about a dozen strikes, the Phoenix-Tail Cock-Crested Snake was barely alive.
"Thud."
He disdainfully dropped it in front of Oscar, "Quick, while it's still warm."
[_?]
⊙(◇)?
Everyone looked at Zhao Wuji oddly.
"Spit, what are you thinking?"
Even Zhao Wuji blushed, "I meant for Oscar to quickly kill it and obtain the soul ring."
Ah, I see.
The group looked meaningfully at Zhao Wuji.
However, just then, a voice suddenly rang out:
"Stop, nobody touches this snake!"
The voice was old and hoarse.
Oscar, Dai Mubai, and the other young soul masters felt considerable soul force pressure.
They were startled.
The newcomer could be a powerful being!
Instinctively, they looked towards the source of the voice.
Swoosh, swoosh.
Two figures sprang from the dense forest.
An old crone and a young girl.
The crone appeared to be in her sixties or seventies, but her complexion was as rosy as a baby's. Her silver hair was meticulously combed.
The girl, with her short, ear-length hair, looked about sixteen or seventeen. She wore a tight-fitting outfit that accentuated her well-developed figure, and her deep brown eyes stared at the group with wariness and anger.
Seeing the two newcomers, Qin Xiao's eyes brightened, "Is that She Po and Meng Yiran?"
Looking at the Phoenix-Tail Cock-Crested Snake on the ground, he shook his head slightly.
It wasn't that they weren't capable, they weren't.
Even given the chance, they were ineffective.
The Phoenix-Tail Cock-Crested Snake was still not taken down by them.
(End of chapter)
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