218: Encircling and killing the late-stage Dongxuan beast——Evil Owl

Sinister Owl Cave.

Dark Devilish Qi swirled, accompanied by low roars, as countless night crows flew across the sky.

Several figures sat cross-legged on the bluestone.

A thin Cultivator, who occasionally stuck out a long, pale tongue, a hint of impatience flashed across his brows as he spoke, “Fellow Daoists, shall we continue to wait for that person?

The monthly tide, which occurs once a month, is a rare Opportunity.

By dawn, that feathered beast will have recovered its strength.”

Upon hearing this, Alcoholic Hero opened his eyes: “Fellow Daoist Chi Lian, let’s wait a little longer.

That Daoist Li’s swordplay is extraordinary, and he is proficient in Alchemy. If we can slay the Sinister Owl this time, his assistance will be indispensable for the final refining of the Breakthrough Medicinal Pill.”

The Peach Blossom Fairy next to him nodded in agreement.

Beside her was a beautiful woman in a green dress, whose aura was quite similar to that of the Peach Blossom Fairy. A lotus mark adorned her brow, pure and sacred.

Seeing the two praise the unseen individual so highly, she couldn’t help but murmur to herself.

Suddenly, Alcoholic Hero abruptly turned his head and looked towards the horizon, a smile appearing on his face: “He’s here…”

Everyone simultaneously looked southwest, only to see a brilliant five-colored light flying towards them at an extreme speed.

“What astonishing speed!”

“Just this escape technique alone is extraordinary; no wonder Sister Peach Blossom is so smitten.”

Among them, Daoist Chi Lian subtly frowned.

Whoosh—

Gu Changsheng landed gracefully, a slight curve on his lips.

“Greetings, everyone. It’s been a while.”

“Well said, well said. Fifteen years have passed, and Daoist Li’s demeanor remains the same, but his escape technique has become even more profound.”

Alcoholic Hero complimented him.

Suddenly, a look of surprise appeared on his face.

“Daoist Li, your… cultivation has already reached the Peak of the Middle Stage?!”

He remembered that fifteen years ago, the other party was still far from the Peak of the Middle Stage.

He hadn't expected that in such a short time, his cultivation had reached such a Realm.

“Haha, fifteen years have passed, and I’ve simply had some minor gains.

Compared to Fellow Daoist, it’s not worth mentioning.”

Gu Changsheng casually chuckled, his gaze subtly sweeping over the others.

Hmm, all of them are Profound Cave Middle Stage Cultivators.

No wonder they gathered here; it seems they are all here to hunt the Sinister Owl and obtain its inner core to refine Breakthrough Medicinal Pills.

“Daoist Li… back then…”

The Peach Blossom Fairy looked hesitant and was about to speak when Gu Changsheng interrupted her.

“Back then, I was fortunate to be protected by Sanlei Old Freak and hid in Nirvana City for several years, which allowed me to barely escape… and thus gained an Opportunity.” Gu Changsheng fabricated a half-truth.

“So that’s how it is…”

“Alas, it was said that several Profound Cave Late Stage Grand Elders blocked the city gate, attempting to kill people and seize treasures.

Even Grand Elder Mu Yuan died.

It’s truly commendable that Fellow Daoist managed to escape unscathed.”

Alcoholic Hero said, testing the waters, his gaze fixed on Gu Changsheng’s face, trying to discern any change.

However, Gu Changsheng feigned surprise, acting as if he knew nothing of the hidden details.

‘Grand Cultivator Mu Yuan’s death should have nothing to do with him.

That’s right, a mere Profound Cave Middle Stage Peak… Fifteen years ago, his cultivation was even below mine. It wouldn’t have been easy for him to escape from a Profound Cave Late Stage old monster, let alone cross Realms and kill one…’

Alcoholic Hero thought to himself.

“Everyone, old rules. Before we begin the hunt, let’s discuss how to distribute the spoils of war.

After all… there is only one inner core of the Sinister Owl.”

Gu Changsheng went straight to the point.

“Haha, this is simple.

Sixty years ago, Grand Alchemist Fan of Danhuo City once refined a Breakthrough Medicinal Pill using the inner core of a Profound Cave Early Stage Sinister Owl.

Now, the Sinister Owl in the cave is a Profound Cave Late Stage exotic beast. At this moment, during the monthly tide, its cultivation is lowered, and the Medicinal Pill properties of its inner core are rich, at least five times that of a Profound Cave Early Stage inner core.

With Daoist Li’s Alchemy attainments, he could even refine six or even seven Breakthrough Medicinal Pills.

The four of us only need one each.

Daoist Li can take an additional Medicinal Pill from the surplus.

If there are still any remaining, the rest of the Breakthrough Medicinal Pills will be sealed and sold, and we will all equally share the Magic Crystals. How about that?”

Upon hearing this, Gu Changsheng nodded slightly: “If everyone has no objections, then I would be impolite to refuse…”

The other few nodded one after another.

“Good.”

“It should be so.”

A moment later, the few transformed into streaks of light and swept into the depths of the cave.

Along the way, there were many scarlet bats and corrosive insects, but under the Dao of the Profound Cave Middle Stage Cultivators, they were no match.

Before long, Gu Changsheng and the other four swept into a spacious nest.

It was several thousand feet long, with luminous pearls embedded in the walls, emitting a faint green glow.

On the ground, a several-dozen-foot-tall iron-feathered fierce bird lay prostrate, its metallic iron feathers reflecting light.

A Profound Cave Late Stage Sinister Owl!

“This feathered beast has not yet recovered from the monthly tide; let’s quickly slay it!”

“Good!”

Whoosh—

Daoist Chi Lian suddenly exhaled a mouthful of red and black mist. The air was filled with a pungent smell, and visibly, the Sinister Owl’s iron feathers, covered by a corner of the red and black mist, emitted a sizzling corrosive sound.

‘He can even harm a Profound Cave Late Stage Dharma Body; this person indeed has some tricks up his sleeve…’ Gu Changsheng observed, and with his longquan sword, he unleashed several sword lights, causing iron feathers to scatter and foul blood to flow.

“Excellent swordplay!”

Alcoholic Hero laughed heartily, then took a deep gulp from the wine gourd in his embrace. He then tossed it out, and a cold-Qi-spewing Dragon emerged from the gourd’s mouth, its slender body coiling around the Sinister Owl like a rope.

At the same time, the Peach Blossom and Lotus Fairies cast their Dao Arts, causing petals to fall from the Void Realm. Each petal contained a chilling murderous intent.

In an instant, even the powerful Profound Cave Late Stage Sinister Owl was caught off guard, wounds appearing on its body, and it let out a mournful wail.

Suddenly, a hint of ferocity flashed in the Sinister Owl’s eyes, and its body became enveloped in a moonlight glow. Iron feathers shot out like rain.

“Oh no! Iron Feather Divine Ability!”

“Retreat!”

A trace of panic appeared on the Peach Blossom Fairy’s face. She abruptly threw out a five-colored flower basket, from which countless petals flew out, coalescing into a spherical shield around her body.

Bang, bang, bang—

Countless iron feathers pierced through the rock wall, causing a section to collapse, and instantly, dust rose everywhere.

Amidst the dust, a sharp and unparalleled sword light cut through the Void Realm. Accompanied by a scream, the Sinister Owl’s steel-like sharp claws fell to the ground with a clang, foul blood flowing from its hooves.

“Fellow Daoist, your swordplay is truly sharp…”

Alcoholic Hero looked at the smooth, mirror-like claws, his heart pounding.

If this sword art were to strike his body, how could he withstand it?

Caw—

A terrifying sonic wave echoed through the cave, and the sound of countless flapping wings grew closer.

“This beast is summoning a swarm of night crows! We must quickly slay this feathered beast before the night crows gather!”

Daoist Chi Lian violently pounded his chest, spitting out a mouthful of fresh blood that merged into the red and black mist. Instantly, a hint of fatigue appeared in the Sinister Owl’s eyes, and its condition slowly deteriorated.

“Good!”

Again, overwhelming Dao Arts and Spirit Treasures were unleashed. Even the powerful Profound Cave Late Stage Sinister Owl was forced to surrender on the spot, its head severed by Gu Changsheng’s sword.

Immediately, the countless night crows scattered in all directions.

Suddenly, Alcoholic Hero and the others collapsed to the ground, their faces pale, a wisp of black Qi appearing between their brows. They felt a weakness throughout their bodies, and upon internal inspection, threads of red and black poison Qi had seeped into their sea of Dharma Power, making it difficult to control.

“You… poisoned us…”

Their gazes collectively turned to Daoist Chi Lian.

Among those present, he was the only one proficient in the Dao of poison.