With a fling of its tail, a good chunk of the valley collapsed. Boulders tumbled down and were catapulted towards Tuntun with a follow-up swipe of the python’s tail.
As the boulders arrived, Tuntun’s sharp claws swiped across the air.
Chla!
Cold light seemed to flash past as five scars were torn open in the air. The boulders disintegrated in the air before they could come anywhere near Tuntun.
Tuntun stood on one side of the valley, its scarlet-red eyes seemingly filled with disdain as it stared at the python-type battle puppet.
Roar!
Tuntun roared deeply, like a king whose might was being challenged. One of its paws slammed into the ground and everyone watched as the surrounding ground swiftly began to crack and crumble.
Swish!
Tuntun’s figure shot forth like a flash of scarlet-red light, fast as thunder, intimidating and ferocious.
The giant battle puppet python hissed and opened its huge mouth. One could only watch as a thick pillar of red Genesis Qi shot out. The Genesis Qi was fiery and berserk in nature, leaving behind black scorch marks on the ground below.
The power of this Genesis Qi was enough to insta-kill any Heaven Gate stage expert.
Swoosh!
However, Tuntun did not slow down at all. Instead, it opened its large mouth, revealing a mysterious flickering black light within as it chomped down on the pillar of red Genesis Qi.
After devouring the red Genesis Qi in a single gulp, Tuntun’s figure appeared directly in front of the python-type battle puppet. Faint black light glimmered between the former’s claws as it violently slashed downwards.
Scree!
Claw-light swept over the python-type battle puppet’s enormous body as a screeching noise sounded. Next, everyone watched in astonishment as the giant battle puppet python’s tail was split into two…
There were even five seemingly bottomless claw marks on the ground.
The sharpness of Tuntun’s claws was practically comparable to a high tier Black Genesis Weapon
The giant battle puppet python hissed crazily as its forked-tongue darted about madly, wildly spewing out red Genesis Qi.
Tuntun fearlessly pounced forward in the face of the now out-of-control giant battle puppet python. Two titans tangled together, causing landslide after landslide in the valley.
Qi Hao’s expression grew exceptionally stormy when he saw this. He could naturally see that the giant battle puppet python was being suppressed by the mysterious beast, and was likely not be able to endure much longer.
“God damnit!”
Qi Hao could not help but curse out loud. He had originally believed that the giant battle puppet python would be enough for him to control the situation, making sure that Zhou Yuan and his group would never leave this place. Who could have expected that Zhou Yuan would also have something similar up his sleeves.
Qi Hao said in a low voice, “This cannot be allowed to continue, we have to seize the Fire Spirit Grain!”
Now that the situation had spun out of his control, he had to quickly take the Fire Spirit Grain. It would be their victory once they obtained it.
“Go!”
Qi Hao delayed no further and led the charge into the valley. A large group closely followed, protecting him at the center.
“Qi Hao has made his move, we’ll move out too!” Zhou Yuan had his eyes fixed on Qi Hao since the start. Hence, the former immediately detected the latter’s movement.
Su Youwei, Wei Qingqing, Lu Tieshan and the rest nodded in acknowledgement.
Both sides had shown all their cards. All that was left was a head-on clash.
Zhou Yuan looked towards Yaoyao and said, “Big sis Yaoyao, keep an eye on the outside of the valley and don’t let anyone take advantage.”
Quite a number of factions had already gathered outside the valley, but none dared to make any moves due to the intense battle between Wei Canglan and the Black Venom King in the sky and the two giant creatures on one the side of the valley. However, they were clearly waiting for a chance, and there was no choice but to guard against them.
Yaoyao gave a slight nod.
Upon seeing this, Zhou Yuan led the group forward with a wave of his hand.
Somewhere deeper into the valley, Qi Hao and his group had raised their speeds to the limit. With a sideway glance, he saw the closely following Zhou Yuan’s group, causing the former’s eyes to grow increasingly dark.
“Stop them!”
Several Heaven Gate experts led by Qi Ling immediately shot out.
“Captain Lu!” Zhou Yuan instantly responded.
“Understood your highness!” Lu Tieshan nodded and led several Heaven Gate experts to stop the them.
The two forces clashed, Genesis Qi devastating the surrounding area, turning the valley become even more chaotic.
Two parties swiftly advanced while trying to delay the other.
As the core member of their groups, Zhou Yuan and Qi Hao rushed towards the bottom of the valley without pause, while the number of guards around them continuously dropped as they were dispatched to slow the other group.
Soon after, only Su Youwei and Wei Qingqing were left at Zhou Yuan’s side, while Qi Hao had four Qi Nourishing stage guards.
Qi Hao darkly glanced at Zhou Yuan and gave a small nod.
The four Qi Nourishing stage experts immediately moved, creating an encirclement around Zhou Yuan’s three man group.
“Your highness, I will only be able to deal with two of them.” Genesis Qi began to surge out from Wei Qingqing’s body as her cold gaze locked onto two figures, an advance and initial Qi Nourishing stage expert.
“Your highness, go get the Fire Spirit Grain. I will stop the other two.” Su Youwei looked towards the remaining two. Both had the strength of the mid Qi Nourishing stage.
“Will you be okay?” Zhou Yuan hesitated for a moment. Su Youwei was only at the initial Qi Nourishing stage, while her opponents were mid Qi Nourishing stage experts.
Su Youwei merely smiled upon hearing this and did not reply. Flame-Thunder and Niflheim Qi slowly rose from her fair hands, the glows from the two different attribute Genesis Qi giving a certain charm to her pretty face.
Wei Qingqing spoke up at this moment, “Your highness, you only need to delay Qi Hao. We will come to your aid after dealing with our opponents.”
From what she could tell, Zhou Yuan was only at the initial Qi Nourishing stage, while Qi Hao was had already reached the advance Qi Nourishing stage. Their fighting strength was clearly not equal.
Zhou Yuan smiled, not say anything in response as he decisively shot forward.
Qi Hao and Zhou Yuan were now alone, one in front, the other behind, as they charged towards the bottom of the valley.
Atop the slopes of the valley, the various factions secretly shook their heads upon seeing this. Prince Zhou Yuan was really overestimating himself by chasing Qi Hao alone.
An abandoned herb cultivation area lay at the bottom of the valley, where the scarlet-red flame-like Fire Spirit Grain gently swayed as it gave off a sweet fragrance.
Qi Hao’s figure stopped some distance away from the Fire Spirit Grain and slowly turned around, his frosty gaze locking onto Zhou Yuan as a sinister smile emerged on his face.
“Pretty brave of you to follow me without anyone’s protection.”
“Looks like no one will be able to save you today.”
Chapter 84 Tyrannical Dragon’s Resentment Poison
Zhou Yuan’s expression did not change much as he gazed at Qi Hao’s sinister smile. If the former had not opened his Qi Dwelling and advanced to the Qi Nourishing stage, it was likely that he would not be the latter’s match.
Unfortunately for Qi Hao, Zhou Yuan had formally stepped into the Qi Nourishing realm before entering the ruins, and even opened a blood colored Qi Dwelling.
“Relying on words alone, you are really deserving of your name Qi Ritian.” Zhou Yuan chuckled.
Qi Hao’s fa
ce turned black with rage, his eyes overflowing with killing intent as he angrily clenched his jaw. “Little piece of trash, just wait till I cut off your tongue when you fall into my hands later.”
“Your younger brother Qi Yue said the same thing, but he ended up having an arm taken away by me and now cowers in Qi Manor, too afraid to come out.” Zhou Yuan’s eyelids raised.
“Hahhaha.”
Qi Hao’s intense rage turned to laughter as the killing intent in his eyes surged to even greater heights. Without further ado, his five fingers clenched into a fist as Genesis Qi began gushing out from his body and covering him.
The Genesis Qi around Qi Hao had a golden hue and gave off a domineering and forceful aura. It was the strongest Genesis Qi of Qi manor, grade 4 Genesis Qi, Primal Metal Qi.
Although Qi Hao was rather loathsome, the strength he possessed was the real deal.
With the Primal Metal Qi, he would be considered top tier amongst those of the Qi Nourishing stage.
With a thought, Genesis Qi also began to gush out of Zhou Yuan’s Qi Dwelling and swirled around his body.
His Genesis Qi was translucent, but slivers of blood-red could be seen swimming within it.
On the ridges of the valley, gaze after gaze converged on the two individuals facing each other at the bottom. When they saw the two different Genesis Qi, whispers began to spread.
“That Qi Hao should be at the advance Qi Nourishing stage right? He’s even cultivated Qi Manor’s top tier Genesis Qi, the Primal Metal Qi. His battle power will definitely be very impressive.”
“Prince Zhou Yuan’s Genesis Qi… he hasn’t even learnt any Qi cultivation methods?”
“Truly akin to a young calf being unafraid of a tiger. However, it never ends up well when a calf challenges a tiger.”
“Heh heh, if prince Zhou Yuan dies here, the Great Zhou Empire is going to become very messy.”
“Messy is great. Only then will we from Blackwater have a better chance of plundering in the Great Zhou Empire.”
“......”
While they whispered, a mix between gloating and pity was present in their eyes as they looked towards Zhou Yuan’s figure. It was clear that they had already deemed him dead since he was facing a much stronger Qi Hao.
At the bottom of the valley, Qi Hao was stunned slightly when he saw the Genesis Qi surging from Zhou Yuan’s body before he sneered, “So you’ve already stepped into the Qi Nourishing stage, no wonder you dare to face me alone.”
Even if Zhou Yuan had advanced to the Qi Nourishing stage, he would merely be at the initial stage, while Qi Hao was already at the advance stage.
“Moreover, this Genesis Qi of yours... could it be that you have yet to even learn a Qi cultivation method?”
“Won’t you find out once you have a taste?” Zhou Yuan’s voice was emotionless.
“Bluffing won’t save you!” Qi Hao laughed chillingly. Iciness flashed in his eyes as he pushed off the ground with the tip of his foot. Cracks spread as his figure swiftly shot towards Zhou Yuan like a flash of golden light.
Qi Hao had made his move.
A sparkling gold silhouette rapidly expanded in Zhou Yuan’s eyes. However, the only response to Qi Hao’s ferocity was a faint glimmer in Zhou Yuan’s eyes. He did not chose to avoid the attack, his body remaining on the spot as the pulsations from Genesis Qi around him grew more and more violent.
“Fool, you’re courting death!”
Upon seeing Zhou Yuan’s lack of movement, a cold look flashed in Qi Hao’s eyes. He was an advance Qi Nourishing stage expert, and had even cultivated a grade 4 Genesis Qi, facts granting him practically complete superiority over Zhou Yuan. Hence, facing Qi Hao in a head-on clash was akin to courting death for Zhou Yuan.
Boom!
Qi Hao threw a punch, fist-winds rumbling like thunder as golden Genesis Qi shuddered, while the sound of metal clanging against metal seemed to echo. The punch screamed of unyielding forcefulness, and even a boulder would be shattered to dust by it.
Zhou Yuan took in a deep breath, iciness flitting across his eyes as his five fingers curled and a fist was thrown forward.
He wanted to test just how powerful his Dragon’s Resentment Poison laced Geness Qi was.
Bang!
The fists of both individuals collided as a shockwave swept outwards, blowing up the dust on the ground.
They were only locked in place for a few breaths, before Zhou Yuan’s body was jerked backwards, his soles stepping several times on the ground before managing to forcibly steady his body. However, the Qi and blood in his body continued to churn violently.
“Advance Qi Nourishing stage with grade 4 Genesis Qi is indeed formidable.”
Zhou Yuan’s five fingers unfurled, as pain faintly echoed throughout his arm, a sign that he had been hurt. It was obvious that he had somewhat underestimated Qi Hao’s power.
However…
Zhou Yuan raised his head and looked towards Qi Hao, who was a dozen steps away. The latter should not be feeling too good either because a wisp of blood in Zhou Yuan’s Genesis Qi had taken the opportunity to enter Qi Hao’s body in their earlier clash.
“Truly reckless.” Outside the valley, numerous people secretly shook their heads as they watched. An initial Qi Nourishing stage clashing directly with an advance Qi Nourishing stage, Zhou Yuan did not seem to know how the word death was written.
“But why has Qi Hao not pressed the advantage and continue attacking?” Someone suddenly asked in a puzzled voice. Qi Hao had not moved from the spot and showed no signs of chasing Zhou Yuan.
Someone else asked, “Could he have been injured in their earlier clash?”
Another person immediately snorted disdainfully, “How can that be. Qi Hao is at the advance Qi Nourishing stage and has even cultivated a grade 4 Genesis Qi. Zhou Yuan is already very lucky to have survived after one punch.”
While they discussed, at the bottom of the valley, Qi Hao’s body faintly trembled as golden light and a blood-red hue continuously interchanged on his face.
A dozen breaths later, his body violently jerked as he spit out a mouthful of blood.
Urgh!
The blood landed on the ground and began to corrode it.
*Uproar*!
His actions naturally landed in the eyes of the numerous observing parties, causing them to burst out into an uproar. Everyone was stupefied by this scene.
It was supposed to have been completely one-sided, so why had Qi Hao suddenly vomited a mouthful of blood?!
What exactly was going on?
Qi Hao’s expression was stormy as he wiped off the blood at the corner of his mouth. He looked towards Zhou Yuan and bellowed through gritted teeth. “There’s poison in your Genesis Qi?!”
Moreover, a poison so tyrannical that it made his heart shiver in fear. Both of them had only been in contact for a very brief moment earlier and Zhou Yuan’s Genesis Qi had indeed been forcefully dispersed by Qi Hao, but at the same moment that Zhou Yuan’s Genesis Qi was dispersed, a sliver of strange blood-red poison Qi had invaded Qi Hao’s body.
The blood-red poison Qi had immediately begun to manically devour his essence blood, scaring Qi Hao silly as he frantically tried to suppress it and was eventually able to expel the poison Qi from his body.
Zhou Yuan’s eyes brightened a little when he saw the now somewhat disorderly state of Qi Hao’s Genesis Qi. It seemed that the Dragon’s Resentment Poison within his Genesis Qi was much more domineering than expected.
Only a wisp had been able to invade earlier, if there was a little more, Qi Hao would probably have been killed off by the Dragon’s Resentment Poison without additional help from Zhou Yuan.
“Don’t you enjoy a good head-on clash? Come on, let’s have another go.” Zhou Yuan grinned.
Fear flashed in Qi Hao’s eyes. Zhou Yuan’s Genesis Qi was no threat to the former, but the wisps of dreadful poison Qi within were extremely frightening.
Qi Hao took in a deep breath, suppressin
g the oppressed feeling in his heart. With a grasp, a golden long spear appeared in his hand. It glowed brightly and was evidently a high tier Genesis Weapon.
It was obvious that he no longer dared to clash directly against Zhou Yuan with his body, so as to safeguard against being invaded by that terrifying poison Qi.
Golden long spear in hand, Qi Hao’s eyes turned cold and serious as he slowly pointed the tip of the spear at Zhou Yuan.
Upon seeing that Qi Hao had become cautious, a grave expression gradually surfaced on Zhou Yuan’s face. He knew that a terrible battle was unavoidable if he wanted to obtain the Fire Spirit Grain today.
Since that was so, let us see exactly who will kill who!
Chapter 85 Battling Qi Hao
Bottom of the valley.
When the golden long spear appeared in Qi Hao’s hands, the Genesis Qi undulations around his body grew increasingly intimidating. His aura rose steadily as a a suffocating pressure spread.
Zhou Yuan did not underestimate the now fully serious Qi Hao and retrieved the Heavenly Yuan Brush at his waist.
“Martial form.”
Light surged on the Heavenly Yuan Brush as it transformed into a man-sized giant black brush. The hairs of the snow-white brush tip tightly bunched together, forming a flower bud shaped spear tip which gleamed coldly.
Zhou Yuan wielded the Heavenly Yuan Brush, its tip pointed towards the ground at an angle as his eyes gradually turned icy.
The swirling translucent Genesis Qi around his body gradually converged towards the Heavenly Yuan Brush, forming an exceptionally sharp blade at the brush tip through the amplification of the brush.
Two gazes met in the air, each surging with killing intent.
Bang!
In the next instant, the two figures shot forward at practically the same time, colliding on the empty ground several breaths later.
Clang!
A golden spear and a black brush were filled with power, tearing through the air as blow after blow was exchanged, each clash accompanied by loud ‘clangs’.
Swish! Swish!
Both individuals had pushed their Genesis Qi to the limits, and every attack was filled with savageness. Spear and brush were followed by numerous after images, swift as lightning as they met again and again.
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