124: Coping methods

Inside the Tianwaitian Headquarters, the atmosphere grew increasingly tense.

In Jun Xiaoyao's study, Wu Xingyun stood to the side, reporting in detail on the research progress for countering the poison smoke bombs.

"Young Lord, after these few days of research, I have discovered that the main ingredient of the poison smoke used by the Crimson Flame Tribe is a toxic substance called 'Red Poison Flower'. When this substance burns, it produces a potent toxicity that not only paralyzes a person's nervous system but also weakens a Martial Artist's Qi."

Wu Xingyun's expression was grave, her eyes filled with focus, "However, I have found a Spiritual Plant called 'Clear Spirit Leaf' that can, to a certain extent, neutralize the toxicity of the 'Red Poison Flower'."

Jun Xiaoyao nodded slightly, his gaze revealing a thoughtful look, "Very good. Immediately arrange for manpower to search for the 'Clear Spirit Leaf', and be quick. At the same time, research how to turn the 'Clear Spirit Leaf' into more convenient antidotes, such as Medicinal Pills or sachets, so that our warriors can respond in time on the battlefield."

"Yes, Young Lord." After receiving the order, Wu Xingyun quickly turned and left to start making arrangements.

Meanwhile, at the headquarters' training ground, Dark Blade, West Gate Blows Snow, and No Fate were leading the elites of Beyond Heaven in high-intensity combat training.

Drawing on their experience from previous engagements with the Crimson Flame Tribe, they simulated various combat scenarios, focusing on training methods to counter fire attacks and poison smoke.

"Everyone, pay attention. When facing fire attacks, do not panic. Use the weapons coated with ice spirit grass medicinal liquid to block the flames while finding opportunities to counterattack. Once poison smoke appears, hold your breath immediately, take a Medicinal Pill, or open a sachet to disperse the poison smoke." Dark Blade shouted while demonstrating.

"Understood!" The elites responded in unison, their voices resonating throughout the training ground.

At the Crimson Flame Tribe camp, preparations for the joint attack were in full swing.

The Crimson Flame King looked at the mountains of poison smoke bombs and fire-attribute Magic Treasures, a smug smile appearing on his face.

"Beyond Heaven, let's see how you can withstand this," the Crimson Flame King muttered to himself.

"Chief, the allied tribes have arrived one after another. The great army will be ready to assemble in a few days," a general reported.

"Very good. Once the army is assembled, launch the attack immediately," a ruthless glint flashed in the Crimson Flame King's eyes, "Let Beyond Heaven be destroyed in fire and poison smoke."

"Yes, Chief!" The general received the order and left.

In the process of searching for the 'Clear Spirit Leaf', the scouts from The Net of Beyond Heaven encountered many difficulties.

The 'Clear Spirit Leaf' grew in deep mountains and old forests, and it was rare and extremely hard to find.

But the scouts did not give up; they inquired everywhere, not missing any possible clues.

Finally, in a remote valley, the scouts discovered the trail of the 'Clear Spirit Leaf'.

However, there was a powerful guardian beast in the valley.

The guardian beast resembled a Qilin, and its body emitted a powerful aura; it regarded any creature that approached as a threat.

"What should we do? This guardian beast is powerful; I fear we are no match for it," a scout said worriedly.

"We cannot give up. This 'Clear Spirit Leaf' is crucial to us," the leader of the scout team gritted his teeth, "Let us observe its behavioral patterns first and look for a flaw."

The group hid to the side and carefully observed the guardian beast.

After some observation, they discovered that the guardian beast would enter a sleeping state at regular intervals. Although it did not last long, it was their only chance.

"When it falls into its next sleep, we will quickly pick the 'Clear Spirit Leaf' and leave immediately," the scout leader whispered.

Everyone nodded, nervously waiting for the opportunity.

Finally, the guardian beast entered its sleep again.

The scouts sneaked into the valley like ghosts, carefully picking the 'Clear Spirit Leaf'.

However, just as they were about to finish picking, the guardian beast seemed to notice something unusual and slowly opened its eyes.

"Oh no, we've been discovered!" The scout leader was greatly alarmed, "Run!"

Holding the harvested 'Clear Spirit Leaf', the group ran desperately toward the outside of the valley.

The guardian beast let out a roar and chased after them. It was extremely fast and caught up to one of the scouts in an instant, swallowing him whole in one bite.

"Ah!" The other scouts were terrified, but they dared not stop and continued to run for their lives.

Just as the guardian beast was about to continue its pursuit, a figure suddenly appeared before it.

It turned out that Jun Xiaoyao had sensed that the scouts searching for the 'Clear Spirit Leaf' were in danger and had rushed to support them personally.

"You beast, stop hurting people!" Jun Xiaoyao shouted, his Qi surging, and a powerful pressure bore down on the guardian beast.

The guardian beast felt Jun Xiaoyao's powerful strength, and a flash of fear appeared in its eyes.

But it did not retreat; instead, it opened its large mouth and spat a stream of flames at Jun Xiaoyao.

Jun Xiaoyao did not dodge or evade. A golden longsword appeared in his hand, and with a light wave, a streak of golden Sword Qi extinguished the flames.

"Hmph, courting death!" Jun Xiaoyao snorted coldly, his figure flashing as he appeared before the guardian beast, his longsword thrusting directly at its throat.

The guardian beast tried to dodge, but it was still grazed by the Sword Qi, and blood flowed freely.

Realizing it was no match for Jun Xiaoyao, the guardian beast turned and fled into the depths of the valley.

"Phew, thank goodness the Young Lord arrived in time," the scout leader breathed a sigh of relief, looking at Jun Xiaoyao with gratitude.

"It's fine as long as you're okay. It's good that the 'Clear Spirit Leaf' was obtained," Jun Xiaoyao said, "Immediately take it back to the headquarters and hand it over to Wu Xingyun."

"Yes, Young Lord!" The scouts took the 'Clear Spirit Leaf' and quickly returned to the Tianwaitian Headquarters.

After obtaining the 'Clear Spirit Leaf', Wu Xingyun immediately threw herself into refining the antidotes and sachets.

After several days of effort, a batch of antidotes and sachets was finally successfully refined.

"Young Lord, the antidotes and sachets have been refined," Wu Xingyun presented them to Jun Xiaoyao.

Jun Xiaoyao picked up a Medicinal Pill and a sachet, examined them carefully, and nodded, "Very good. Distribute them to the warriors immediately and let them familiarize themselves with how to use them. At the same time, continue refining them in case of emergencies."

"Yes, Young Lord!"

Meanwhile, the joint army of the Crimson Flame Tribe had finished assembling.

The Crimson Flame King stood in front of the army, gazing toward the direction of Beyond Heaven, his eyes filled with killing intent.

"Set off! Attack Beyond Heaven and let them know the consequences of being an enemy of my Crimson Flame Tribe!" The Crimson Flame King gave the order, and the joint army surged toward Beyond Heaven like a tide.

Could Beyond Heaven successfully resist the attack of the Crimson Flame Tribe with the items refined from the ice spirit grass and the 'Clear Spirit Leaf'?

Who would emerge victorious in this impending great battle? The situation in the Jianghu was becoming increasingly tense, and everything was full of suspense.