This elite spider, which was obviously not weak, was cleanly cut into two halves and fell into the grass. There were no signs of a fight around it.
Zhang Mu said softly," Be careful and retreat. Let's leave this place."
When the five of them saw the Elite Spider, their hearts had long been scared. The Spider Elite would leave with Liu Yao in less than five minutes. In other words, it had died here not long ago. The thing that killed the spider might not have gone far.
The surrounding grass was dense, many of them were as tall as neighbors, and no one knew what was hidden inside. A gust of wind blew from the south, blowing through the weeds and shrubs. Only the friction of branches and leaves could be heard, and the sound became a piece. Only then did the six of them suddenly feel that it was quiet. It was too quiet.
Except for the wind, except for the friction of branches and leaves.
I can't even hear the birds.
Zhang Mu looked up at the nearby tree and his heart tightened. On that tall tree, there was a huge monster. It was green all over and fused with the tree. It was about 1.5 meters tall and more than four meters long. It had a triangular head, large and bright compound eyes, slender tentacles on its head, and unusually large forelimbs. Its tibia was sickle-shaped…This was a praying mantis!
[Death Mantis], Level 6 Silver Elite, HP 600, MP 400, Attributes??? Skills???, Description: The mantis symbolizes death!
If one did not see it with their own eyes, no one would dare to believe that there would be a four-meter-long mantis in the world!
This damned insect was much bigger than a buffalo!
The Death Mantis stood on its six thin legs. Its two sickles held a black object in its front limbs. It was the head of an elite spider. It ate slowly with its chewing mouthparts. Most of the spider's head was eaten, and the viscous liquid continuously dripped onto the leaves below. While eating the spider's head, the mantis used its pitch-black compound eyes to stare coldly at the six people below.
Although the Death Mantis was only Level 6, it could be considered a Silver Elite, and its combat power far exceeded that of a Level 7 Bronze Elite Deinonychus.
The Death Mantis was too powerful and a speed-type monster. Zhang Mu's current equipment and skills probably wouldn't be able to deal with it. However, the Death Mantis already had a favorite food, so it was not interested in them. As long as it was not provoked, it should not attack. The few of them had a tacit understanding. Without saying a word, they slowly retreated.
"What's wrong, everyone!" Qin Min couldn't see and didn't realize the danger. When she felt that the atmosphere around her wasn't right, she subconsciously asked.
The Death Mantis was alarmed. Its triangular head suddenly lifted up, and its gem-like compound eyes emitted a cruel light.
Zhang Mu was shocked." Oh no! Let's go!"
The Death Mantis suddenly opened its wings, and its green figure swooped down like a gust of wind.
Zhang Mu immediately fell to the ground. He felt a sharp wind brush past his head, his hair cut off, and the strong wind swept towards the people behind him.
The mantis 'green arm blade cut over, but Sun Bing almost didn't have time to react. Just as he raised his shield, his entire body flew back a few meters and crashed heavily into a tree. The shield fell out of his hand and fell ten meters away. A deep knife mark appeared on the shield. Sun Bing clutched his bloody right hand and screamed in pain. Because his physique was not high enough, he could not withstand the dense strength. His arm was broken on the spot. If Sun Bing was like this, the others would be slashed. Other than the result of blood splattering and dismemberment in five steps, there was really no other possibility.
Fatty was shocked and quickly retreated, not daring to fight him.
Chen Ling was so scared that she hid in a bush and did not dare to show up.
Death mantis was attracted by Leng Yun and Qin Min. Leng Yun ran the slowest because she wanted to pull Qin Min.
When Zhang Mu stood up, he happened to see the Death Mantis raising its blade arm. He quickly sped over and shouted," Be careful! It wants to use its skill to attack! Move!"
It's too late.
The Death Mantis swung out an air blade that could not be distinguished by the naked eye. Wherever it passed, even the grass was flattened. Qin Min and Leng Yun were both hit, and blood sprayed out. The two fell to the ground, and their lives were unknown.
"Damn it!"
Zhang Mu bellowed and slashed at the mantis's back with his Dreadfish Sword. The mantis's attack and speed were shocking, but its defense was not very good. It dealt 31 health points. The dagger in his left hand pierced into the mantis's abdomen. Due to his assassination, his speed was extremely fast. The mantis was not in a hurry to avoid it. There were many holes in its abdomen, and blood flowed out from inside.
The Death Mantis let out an ear-piercing screech. Its arm blades moved with it and swept over like lightning. Zhang Mu took half a step back, and the sharp edge of the blade brushed past him. However, the sharp energy hit his body. Fortunately, he had leather armor to protect him, so he only dealt 17 damage. Zhang Mu was a Level 5 Ranger, and he only had 60 HP in total. In addition to the 15 bonus points from his equipment, he had a total of 75 HP. The Death Mantis 'attack only grazed him once, but he lost 17 points. The strength of the Death Mantis' attack was evident.
Zhang Mu bent over to dodge the blade. As he lunged forward, he used the Dreadfish Sword to cut a deep wound. Just as he raised the dagger in his left hand, he wanted to make up for it, but the Death Mantis swept its arm blade and the dagger was sent flying. Zhang Mu's left hand was hit by the force and almost fractured.
A sharp whistle sounded in the distance. An ice arrow hit the Death Mantis in the back, dealing 45 damage.
Seeing this, Zhang Mu felt slightly relieved. At least Leng Yun wasn't dead!
The Death Mantis was affected by the Frost effect and slowed down a lot. It angrily turned around and looked in Leng Yun's direction. Leng Yun's face was pale, and her fishbone staff was dripping blood. She was obviously heavily injured. Her beautiful eyes were filled with anger as she glared at the Death Mantis…Qin Min couldn't stand up.
Fatty's eyes reddened when he saw this. He roared loudly," I'll fight you to the death!"
Just as the Death Mantis was about to fly away, Fatty charged over with Brutal Charge, causing the Death Mantis to fall into a daze. The axe chopped off one of the legs of the Death Mantis. After the Death Mantis woke up, it shrieked and raised its arm blade, wanting to cut Fatty in half.
Sun Bing picked up the shield." Bug, look here!" He shouted a taunt at the Death Mantis.
The Death Mantis turned around and released an air blade. Although Sun Bing was prepared and used his shield to block the attack, the huge force still sent it flying. His entire body was covered in blood and he fell to the ground. Fatty was ready to attack again, but the Death Mantis 'sickle arm collided. Fatty screamed and was sent flying. All of them were seriously injured, and it was impossible to continue fighting.
The Death Mantis had 70% HP left. Just as it was about to pounce on Sun Bing, Zhang Mu had already picked up his dagger. He shouted a few times to attract the attention of the mantis. He sped over and blocked the way.
"Squeak!"
The Death Mantis raised its body and stared down at Zhang Mu. It raised its two arms at the same time and slashed left and right at Zhang Mu. If this strike hit Zhang Mu, he would definitely be cut into three pieces.
Zhang Mu stood still. Just as the mantis arm was about to hit his body, he activated Innate Blessing. In his Invincible state, he flicked his sword arm away at the same time. The reaction force made the Death Mantis stumble backwards. Zhang Mu seized the flaw and jumped two meters high with all his strength. The two swords rotated in his palms and he held them in his hands and stabbed them into the mantis 'eyes.
No matter what kind of creature, the eye must be the vital point, and it is also the most vulnerable part of the body.
Two swords, one long and one short, were deeply inserted into the eyes. This attack caused huge damage. The Death Mantis 'health dropped from 70% to more than 30% in an instant. At the same time, it hissed and retreated. Zhang Mu pulled out the short sword., rolled forward from the ground, avoided the dancing blade arms, came to the praying mantis' flank, and slashed both swords on its back.
"Hiss--!"
The Death Mantis was blinded, but it was able to determine Zhang Mu's approximate position. It swung its blade and Zhang Mu barely caught up with its speed. The two swords blocked it in front of him and staggered back six or seven steps before stabilizing himself.
At this moment, Fatty's entire body was covered in blood. He rushed over again and roared," Kill!" The axe chopped down, hitting the joint between the mantis 'head and body. This was the smallest part of the mantis's body, and it was also one of its vital points. Almost half of the mantis's head had been chopped off, and its HP had dropped to 15%.
Leng Yun sent an Ice Arrow over, dealing 43 damage.
Death Mantis has 8% HP left.
Zhang Mu and Fatty teamed up and launched another round of attacks. The Death Mantis fell to the ground, dead!
Three items dropped: a skill book, an emerald sword, an emerald ring, and dozens of gold coins.
In addition, Zhang Mu, Leng Yun, Sun Bing, and Fatty gained an average of 18% experience points!
"How is Qin Min?"
Zhang Mu didn't look at the loot and immediately ran over to check Qin Min's condition.
Qin Min collapsed in a pool of blood. Her abdomen had been cut open and pierced through from front to back. She opened up a terrifying angle and her internal organs flowed out. Some of her intestines and organs had been cut off. She wasn't completely dead. Her mouth was slightly open, and her eyes were muddy. Her pupils were completely dilated.
Leng Yun shouted,"We killed the monster!" Why, why didn't she level up?"
Qin Min's HP had dropped to zero. Although her body was not completely dead, she was judged dead by the system, so she could not be saved.
Zhang Mu glanced at Leng Yun and shook his head silently.
Leng Yun's eyes were wet, and she carefully held Qin Min's head in her arms.
"Min, don't be afraid. We're all here."
Qin Min's lips trembled a few times." Sister Leng Yun, I…I'm so cold!"
Leng Yun could no longer suppress her sadness. Tears fell down her cheeks like pearls. Fatty and Sun Bing were covered in blood and walked over with their hands. When they saw Qin Min's miserable state, they were all stunned.
Zhang Mu bent down and sighed." I'm sorry."
" No, Captain Wood…" Qin Min's mouth spurted out a stream of blood and said with difficulty," You are a…good person!" You are very strong…you will definitely become a top figure. I really want to…I really want to make a difference with you. Unfortunately, I have no choice but to leave."
Qin Min continued,"Sister Leng Yun, don't be sad. I'm afraid of death…But now, I'm suddenly not afraid…Because I can know everyone before I die. I'm…very satisfied." Thank you, Captain Blockhead. You must…live well!"
She's running out of time.
"Stop talking." Zhang Mu held his cold hand and asked in a gentle voice,"What do you wish for?"
"Wish? If…if Captain can meet my sister and mom and dad…I hope, I hope you can take care of them." Qin Min suddenly sobbed softly." I really miss them. I miss them so much, so much, so much…"
Her voice trailed off until she disappeared completely.
Zhang Mu let go of her hand and closed her eyes for her. He sighed and said," Don't worry."
Leng Yun hugged the corpse tightly. This strong woman cried like a tearful person. Sun Bing's eyes were red, his fists clenched tightly, and he fought side by side for many days. There was always emotion. Even the cynical and careless fatty revealed a sad expression at this moment.
"Damn it! Damn it! This damn bug!"
Fatty cursed a few times. Regardless of his serious injuries, he picked up his axe and ran to the corpse of the Death Mantis. He frantically chopped the mantis head into pieces.
Zhang Mu acted very calmly. It wasn't that he was cold-blooded. It was just that it was common for his comrades to die by his side. His calm gaze swept over Leng Yun, Fatty, and Sun Bing, but he didn't say anything.
This isn't a fairy tale.
The death of a companion was inevitable.
This was the first time the three of them had faced the death of a companion, and they might face it again in the future.
The world is cruel, grief will make people transform, let people grow, let people become strong.