170: Trial Realm (Nine)

Even though their strength was decent and their flying speed was fast, they were still nothing in front of a Golden Core Cultivator. The Ghost King quickly caught up to them, and its senluo ghost qi surrounded them, making it difficult for them to even breathe.

The two exchanged glances, both seeing a hint of fear in the other's eyes. This was a Golden Core Stage Cultivator, a Cultivator they absolutely could not contend with. Even if a Prodigy could fight a Golden Core Stage Cultivator during the Foundation Establishment Stage, it would only be when they were at Great Perfection of Foundation Establishment and ready to advance to Golden Core. Their cultivation levels weren't even at Great Perfection of Foundation Establishment yet.

At this moment, they saw the Ghost King. He wore a dark green robe and had a horn on his head, looking extremely evil, not like a creature of the human world.

He opened his mouth, and the surrounding senluo ghost qi grew even denser. Even strong winds howled and ghosts wailed.

"You two ignorant snake demons, how dare you kill my children! Prepare for death, for I shall avenge my children."

So, this was the ultimate danger in the dark night. To leave the Safe Zone in the dark, one had to continuously kill Ghostly Creatures. After killing enough, a Ghost King would naturally come to claim their lives. This was something these Foundation Establishment Cultivators couldn't resist.

The Ghost King merely spoke, not even actively attacking, yet the Ghost Qi was already suffocating them, making them feel an extreme cold. This was the suppression of Death Qi and Ghost Qi on living beings.

They didn't even have the thought of fighting. To act now would undoubtedly be like moths flying into a flame, bringing them no chance of survival. But Gu Yuchuan was not afraid; his title of God of War granted him one Teleportation. However, what about his second brother? He looked at Ink Scale Demon General, who immediately understood his meaning.

"If Third Brother has a way to escape, use it immediately. This is not an enemy we can defeat. Let's each escape by our own means."

Although he also had methods, he wasn't sure if he could escape from this Golden Core Stage Ghost King. However, he had one thought: he couldn't implicate his brother. Gu Yuchuan was someone who could contend for the final ranking; if he were eliminated now, it would be an immense loss.

Since he said so, Gu Yuchuan also nodded. The moment he noticed something was wrong, he would immediately leave. He wasn't a pedantic person.

"Alright, Second Brother, I do have a way to leave. Now, I'll distract him for you. The Safe Zone isn't far from here; try to make a run for it."

Ink Scale Demon General's eyes gleamed: "Good, you be careful too, don't get yourself hurt."

After he finished speaking, Gu Yuchuan charged out. Gu Yuchuan also understood that he only had one attack. They were facing a Golden Core Stage Cultivator. He dared to act because of his Golden Light Incantation. Even if the Ghost King was at the Golden Core Stage, it was still a ghostly creature, a type of evil spirit, and would be countered by his Golden Light Incantation. He believed the Golden Light Incantation would have some effect.

Indeed, the Pagoda formed by the Golden Light Incantation suppressed the Ghost King's head. For a moment, the Ghost Qi thinned considerably.

"Second Brother, run!"

Ink Scale Demon General transformed into his true form, disappearing into the horizon like a black divine light. The Ghost King roared, and a white skull flew towards the golden Pagoda. He spat out a puff of black smoke in mid-air, and the Pagoda, which had always been invincible, began to totter. The disparity in their cultivation was simply too great.

But this time was definitely not enough. He needed to buy a little more time for Ink Scale Demon General to return to the Safe Zone. The Safe Zone wasn't far from here, but there was still some distance.

He still needed another attack, but his Golden Light Incantation only had this effect. What else could he use? He wasn't quite sure himself. He thought for a moment and activated his Divine Ability, Summoning Wind and Rain. After all, his goal was to block the opponent for a while, not to defeat him.

The clouds and mist obscured the area. Even the Ghost King couldn't instantly see through the clouds and mist brought by Summoning Wind and Rain. This was the power of a Divine Ability. Even with powerful cultivation, one would still be affected.

Actually, Gu Yuchuan didn't need to block the Ghost King like this, because the Ghost King's target was him. It was he who killed ten thousand Ghostly Creatures, not Ink Scale Demon General. Ink Scale Demon General was merely caught in the crossfire. So, as long as he escaped and the Ghost King couldn't find him, it would naturally leave and wouldn't do anything else.

But at this moment, Gu Yuchuan didn't know that and was still trying his best to block the opponent. However, the Ghost King was only briefly blocked for a moment. Soon, the Ghost Qi dispersed the clouds and mist. But calculating the time, Ink Scale Demon General wasn't far from the Safe Zone, so he didn't need to worry anymore. Now, he could just leave.

"Ghost King, you are powerful, but just wait. One day, I will return and kill you."

After speaking, he activated the Divine Ability on his title, and a Teleportation Array appeared beneath his feet. The Ghost King shrieked, trying to stop Gu Yuchuan, but it truly couldn't break through. This was a rule within the Secret Realm; even a Golden Core Stage Cultivator couldn't break it, and could only watch Gu Yuchuan leave.

The next second, Gu Yuchuan arrived in a Safe Zone. This sudden appearance startled the nearby Cultivators. They thought something had gone wrong with the Safe Zone, but Gu Yuchuan had no intention of attacking. Some of them recognized him, so no trouble arose. Ink Scale Demon General also returned to the nearest Safe Zone. Both of them were safe, just not in the same Safe Zone.

At this point, there wasn't much time until sunrise; it would soon be the third day.

With the appearance of the first ray of sunlight, that voice sounded again.

"The third day begins. The Secret Realm's area will shrink by half. Please enter the safe area according to the map's indicated range. Two hours later, contestants who have not entered the circle will be directly eliminated. On the third day, a new small Secret Realm has been born within the Secret Realm. Only those with destiny can open it at the very center of the Secret Realm. Friendly reminder: this small Secret Realm contains a red weapon, whose power is equivalent to a Magic Treasure. Good luck, contestants."

Gu Yuchuan frowned, his expression turning very grim. This red weapon's impact on the battle was too great; it even affected the entire balance. Even a Foundation Establishment Seventh Layer Cultivator, with this red weapon, could achieve a good ranking. Even a Great Perfection of Foundation Establishment Cultivator wouldn't be able to defeat him.

This was undoubtedly increasing the brutality among them, forcing them to fight in the center of the Secret Realm. It seemed the slaughter on the second day wasn't enough; the powerful beings outside wanted to accelerate the process. There was no other way; he had to go and fight. Gu Yuchuan was determined to get this red weapon.