. Before anyone could see a figure, a massive purple fist shadow materialized. Without hesitation, it charged forward with unparalleled energy, striking directly at the face of the Phantom Poison Monster.
Its terrifying power, like the roar of a mountain or a tsunami, overwhelmed Chen Guan and the others below.
Another formidable enemy!
Without a moment to speak, the Phantom Poison Monster's expression drastically changed. He no longer cared to hide. He dodged and retreated, his hands rapidly forming seals. A veil of emerald green light suddenly appeared before him.
"Phantom-poison-ghost-veil!"
he roared at the top of his lungs, but this offered no additional strength.
The massive fist had already locked onto his true form, closing the distance of several dozen feet in an instant as if traveling through space.
Crack! Puff!
The intimidating light curtain was shattered with imperceptible force, shattering like glass and dispersing into tiny particles of energy in the air.
The fist shadow continued to advance, even accelerating by an additional three times, leaving the Phantom Poison Monster unable to react. His eyes widened in despair as he took a powerful blow to the face.
He spitted blood and crashed down onto the square below. When he reappeared from the rubble, his face was stained and his features distorted, like a deformed person who had undergone botched plastic surgery.
"Sir, please stop! Lu Xiu died thirteen years ago. I am the Ghostly Poisonous Monster, merely borrowing his identity temporarily. Your feud with him has nothing to do with me!"
"I'm targeting you, Ghostly Poisonous Monster!"
Space rippled like water, and Hei Qing's towering figure materialized. With a furious snort, he charged forward again, his iron fist raised, brutally and brutally.
Astonishingly, no matter how Ghostly Poisonous Monster tried to dodge using the power of space, Hei Qing followed him like a ghost, showing no sign of utilizing the power of space.
He repeatedly attempted to form hand seals and employ fighting techniques, but each time he was interrupted, forcing himself to take Hei Qing's blows.
Close combat—this was the Taixu Ancient Dragon's forte!
The outcome was self-evident. Punches collided with flesh, the dull thud of "bang bang bang" echoing across the field like a sandbag.
Who could have imagined that the one wailing without resistance was actually a Dou Zun master?
The shock this scene inflicted on Chen Guan and the others was undeniable. All three of them stared intently at the battlefield flickering overhead, eager to applaud.
Elsewhere, Xuan Yi and Feng Zun were equally astonished, the latter especially, his throat rolling as he watched, a chill running down his spine.
He and the Ghost Poison Old Monster were both four-star Dou Zun, and perhaps due to some reason, he possessed a slight advantage in combat power, though it was still limited.
And this elder of the Ancient Dragon Clan could use the Ghost Poison Old Monster like a punching bag, implying he could also easily trample him.
Don't mess with him!
Across the square, a few stunned spectators stood there: the servants of Qingce Manor.
They exchanged glances, each feeling as if something had collapsed within them.
"That big guy is awesome! Beat him up! Let him bully me!"
Zi Yan, the most outgoing, was the first to burst into laughter, waving her hands in delight.
Although it was her first time meeting Hei Qing, the strange connection between her kindred made her feel a kinship, and she immediately addressed him by his name.
Such a display startled Xuan Yi and Feng Zunzhe, who had come to the rescue.
Saving someone from the Phantom Poison Monster was no problem for them.
But if they offended him, trying to take him away would be a real hassle.
Fortunately, Hei Qing didn't take it personally. Instead, he turned around and smiled generously.
As if obeying Zi Yan's command, he intensified his punches.
"Ahhh! Stop! Stop it!"
Hei Qing intensified his attack. The Phantom Poison Monster, who had been able to dodge slightly, now had no chance to react. Every time he looked up, he saw only a fist growing larger in his blurry vision.
He struck from east to west, from the sky to the ground, until the old Poison Monster's hair was disheveled and countless bones were broken. He collapsed on the square, unable to move, like a mollusk. Only then did Hei Qing stop.
He clapped his hands and kicked the Poison Monster blocking his way to the side like a ball. Hei Qing walked towards Chen Guan and the others with a smile on his face.
Xuan Yi and Feng Zunzhe, who had been standing in the air, changed their expressions slightly and dodged and landed, their eyes filled with wariness.
It wasn't because they cared about Chen Guan and the others, but simply because of Yao Chen.
Hei Qing glanced at them and ignored them. His fierce eyes fixed on Zi Yan, examining her from head to toe, as if she were looking at a rare treasure.
Little Medical Fairy tugged at Chen Guan's sleeve from a corner of her vision, a hint of trepidation.
From Hei Qing's words upon his arrival, she knew he and Zi Yan were of the same clan. However, her limited knowledge of the Ancient Dragon Clan's attitude towards Zi Yan inevitably left her feeling a little worried.
Chen Guan leaned slightly aside and gave her a reassuring smile.
In this situation, Hei Qing was far more reliable than Xuan Yi and Venerable Feng; he was truly one of them.
"Big man, you're amazing."
Seeing Hei Qing approach, Zi Yan took a step forward, unfazed.
But before she could finish her words, Hei Qing's eyes shone with a shimmering purple. As if drawn to her, a rich, strange purple light emanated from Zi Yan, mingled with a majestic dragon's roar.
This display caused Hei Qing to unconsciously step back, creating a deep dent in the bluestone.
The purple hue faded, and instead of anger, Hei Qing burst into laughter.
"Good, good, great! It's undoubtedly the bloodline of my Taixu Ancient Dragon clan."
And he was certain that Zi Yan's bloodline was far more noble than his own!
As to just how noble it was, they would need to bring her back to Dragon Island for further confirmation.
"Taixu Ancient Dragon... Big guy, are you one of my clan? No wonder I felt so close to you the moment I met you."
A look of surprise crossed Zi Yan's face, a sudden realization dawning on her.
Hei Qing nodded affirmatively, "Yes, my name is Hei Qing, as I just said. You can call me Uncle Hei."
The blood connection between the same clan is incredibly unique. Even in this first meeting, there was no sense of unfamiliarity. Especially seeing Zi Yan's adorable appearance, she mentally treated her as a junior.
Zi Yan, however, seemed to suddenly realize that their relationship had suddenly become too close. She was momentarily bewildered, subconsciously glancing at Chen Guan. Seeing him nod, she regained her relaxed smile and gave a sweet cry.
"Hehe, Uncle Hei, you're amazing! I couldn't stand up to this old man at all. You knocked him down the moment you came."
Hei Qing laughed heartily at the praise, feeling incredibly refreshed.
Showing off one's prowess in public was all about this.
He glanced disdainfully at the writhing Phantom Poison Monster on the ground, instantly frightening the latter into immobility.
He ignored the old man and glanced at Chen Guan with an inscrutable expression. Zi Yan's subtle movements hadn't been hidden from him.
Under Hei Qing's deliberate control, Chen Guan could feel some pressure, but it was still within his tolerance.
He understood his intention—it was simply out of concern for Zi Yan, and he immediately, neither servile nor overbearing, stepped forward to pay his respects.
"Chen Guan, greetings, Senior Hei Qing."
"Green-robed Immortal, greetings, Senior."
The Little Medical Immortal also stepped forward to greet him.
"Hehe, Uncle Hei, Chen Guan is my... uh, royal alchemist, you can't bully him, and so is Sister Xiao Yixian. Besides them, there are also Sister Dieyi and Old Man Su, they are all very good to me."
Zi Yan pulled the two of them to introduce them, not forgetting to mention Medusa and Su Qian who were thousands of miles away.
Chen Guan and Xiao Yixian both smiled. At the critical moment, the little girl was still very reliable.
It's just that this royal alchemist...
Hei Qing also restrained all the aura he exuded after hearing this. When he was about to speak, Xuanyi and Feng Zunzhe on the other side stepped forward.
"Danta Xuanyi, meet my friend from the Ancient Dragon Clan."
"Xingyun Pavilion, Feng Xian."
Although Hei Qing was unhappy about being interrupted, he had to give face to the two venerables and bowed slightly in return.
"Hei Qing."
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"I haven't congratulated you yet on finding your clansmen," Xuan Yi said with a friendly glance at Zi Yan.
Arriving early, they were surprised to see such a young girl already a Dou Huang powerhouse.
Now that they knew the truth, it seemed natural.
However, they also felt a sense of emotion. The Taixu Ancient Dragons, the largest clan in the Warcraft world, were truly blessed.
Hei Qing nodded slightly, his mood brightening slightly at the mention of this.
Without further conversation with the two Venerables, Hei Qing looked at Chen Guan.
"I've frequently explored the void space above Zhongzhou in recent years and haven't sensed any bloodline from my clan. I imagine you must have just arrived in Zhongzhou?"
"Senior, you have a discerning eye. We did indeed just enter Zhongzhou from the northwest," Chen Guan replied truthfully.
Hei Qing nodded, his expression slightly solemn. "It was a mistake for our bloodline to be scattered abroad. The little girl's behavior shows that you've taken good care of her, bringing her to Zhongzhou and allowing me to establish contact. In any case, this is a huge favor. If you need any help, just let me know."
Hearing this, Chen Guan couldn't help but glance at the corpse of the Ghostly Poisonous Monster lying over there.
Following his gaze, everyone else looked in his direction.
The three venerables simultaneously surveyed the corpse, and for a moment, the Ghostly Poisonous Monster felt immense pressure.
He dared no longer to play it safe. He channeled his internal Dou Qi, and, in his dying state, sat up in shock, leaning against a rock at the edge, his face filled with panic.
The four servants on the other side finally reacted. Knowing their own strength was as tiny as a firefly, they still charged forward without hesitation, blocking the Ghostly Poisonous Monster's path and facing the crowd with determination. Even
with their power, Chen Guan didn't even take them seriously, let alone Hei Qing, Xuan Yi, and Venerable Feng.
"How about I help you kill this old guy?"
Hei Qing suggested calmly.
The casual words made the old Youdu monster extremely nervous. He stared at Chen Guan with wide eyes and a pleading look on his face, afraid that he would nod in agreement.
Chen Guan saw it, but was not affected by it.
It is well known that he is not a person who holds grudges.
But he distinguishes between gratitude and resentment. Gratitude must be repaid, and resentment must be avenged.
Beating someone up may vent your anger, but not killing him is still a disaster.
His mind changed, and his eyes showed determination.
Sensing his thoughts, the old Youdu monster did not dare to remain silent any longer, and quickly spoke to fight for his life.
"Don't! Don't you want the Netherworld Poison Fire? I can use it to exchange for my life!"
"It's just a Netherworld Poison Fire. You don't really think it can be equivalent to the life of a Dou Zun? Since when did the life of a Dou Zun become so worthless?"
Before Chen Guan could say anything, Hei Qing and the other three masters laughed.
While exotic fires are precious, at their level, unless they're in the top ten, they're practically worthless. Trading them for one's life is truly childish.
"I also obtained the remains of the Poison Venerable. He's a peak Dou Zun. His fame stems from his mastery of poison, so you can imagine his confidence in its use. Especially since he's deeply researched the Evil Poison Body. If your beloved could obtain it, she'd surely be able to maximize its use!"
"Even if we kill you, we're still ours," Zi Yan replied with a curled lip.
Even she understood the principle, it was simple enough.
"Well... after memorizing everything, I destroyed the notes and scrolls. Young friend, I swear this: if you spare me today, I'll reward you handsomely in the future. I'll also teach you everything I've learned: the art of poison, the art of beast taming, and my most prized technique, the Thousand Machines Dao!"
"And this little girl, I truly have no murderous intentions towards you. Otherwise, I wouldn't have allowed you to waste the resources of my herb storehouse,"
the old Poison Monster begged humbly.
The pretentiousness of a Dou Zun powerhouse had long since been thrown out the window. To be able to go to such lengths just to stay alive was truly… a prodigy.
Both Hei Qing and Feng Zun looked disdainful, though Xuan Yi, who seemed to know this man better, was unsurprised.
Chen Guan paused. The oath could be disregarded; it
was nothing more than a sham. The fact that he had no killing intent was certainly genuine.
It wasn't that he was deliberately shirking his responsibility to protect the old man's demands.
"Do you understand beast taming?"
"A little. Back in the Black Mist Mountains, it was precisely because of my special connection with the beast I tamed that I was able to detect any movement against it,"
the old monster Youdu replied truthfully, clearing up a small doubt in Chen Guan's mind.
With a slight nod, Chen Guan then asked the final question, which intrigued him even more.
"What's the Thousand Stratagems?"
The old ghost, looking embarrassed, chuckled and said, "It's what I've compiled. It includes, but is not limited to, feigning death, concealing breath, disguising oneself, and nearly a hundred other life-saving methods."
Four hundred thousand soldiers could be called a million strong, and a hundred life-saving methods could be called the Thousand Stratagems.
Hearing this, everyone present was shocked, including the four servants, who couldn't help but glance back at their master.
"This old fellow has learned a lot of things, and he really knows a little bit of everything. However, he has a very strange temper and is moody. He has offended so many powerful people and forces that he can't be counted on one hand. For this reason, he seldom shows his true face. As far as I know, he has gone through more than a dozen identities and is extremely slippery. Once he is allowed to leave, it will be like a fish entering the sea. It will be extremely difficult to find him. It is very likely that any passerby is his disguise. If you decide to let him go today, it is best to ensure that there is a way to recognize him at any time. In this way, your safety can be guaranteed."
Just as Chen Guan was thinking, Xuanyi waved his hand to set up a soundproof barrier. Perhaps for Hei Qing's sake, he took the initiative to remind Chen Guan.
Hei Qing, on the other hand, didn't really care and said with a smile, "This isn't difficult. If you're worried, I can leave a dragon seal in his body for you, and one for you as well. As long as he's within a radius of 100,000 miles, he'll be able to sense it immediately and keep track of his movements."
"The dragon seal of my Taixu Ancient Dragon clan is extremely special and integrated into the soul. Unless someone's bloodline is far superior to mine and their strength is close, even a semi-saint can't erase it! I'll give you another way to contact me. If you change your mind in the future, you can always ask me to help you kill him. That way, I'll repay your kindness."
Seeing Chen Guan's excitement, Hei Qing stepped forward and said, "
This is the benefit of having a big boss around you! "
Without any worries, Chen Guan chuckled and nodded.
"Then I'll trouble you, senior."
"You're welcome. You're so close to the little girl, so you must be a friend of my Ancient Dragon Clan."
As he spoke, Hei Qing formed a seal with his fingertips, and then two rays of purple light flew out, landing on the Poisonous Old Monster and Chen Guan respectively.
In an instant, Chen Guan sensed that he had an inexplicable connection with the old guy.
Looking at the Poisonous Old Monster again, he found that the other party was just groping around in doubt, and it seemed that he could not use this to control his whereabouts.
"As you think, this kind of dragon seal can be regarded as a mother-child seal. Yours is the mother seal, and his is the child seal, which is naturally more passive."
Hei Qing's voice reached his ears at the right time.
Chen Guan's last worry was also put down, and looking at the Poisonous Old Monster, his smile gradually became presumptuous.
He wanted the benefits, and there must be gifts in return.
Only children make choices!
(End of this chapter)