Chapter 27 - Cooperation!

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Deep and angry roars resounded one after another in the dense forest, amidst the whistling fierce wind, more than a dozen Sharp Clawed Demon Wolves attacked from various directions. The latest_epɪ_sodes are on_the ɴo(v)elFɪre.ɴet

Their sharp claws flickered with a chilling dim light, seemingly ready to shred everything in front of them.

In the midst of the wolf pack, a figure stepped with mystique footwork, as swift as Rapid Light Step combined with flowing clouds, evading the ferocious attacks of the Demon Wolves without letting them touch even a hem of his clothes.

Ling Feng’s expression was as serene as a light cloud in a gentle breeze.

This was already Ling Feng’s third day in the Great Wilderness Mountain Range.

Throughout these days, Ling Feng had faced countless fights and had grown accustomed to being besieged by demons.

Sharp Clawed Demon Wolves, still classified as second-level demonic beasts, were not difficult to deal with individually.

However, facing a pack of Sharp Clawed Demon Wolves was something even late-stage Qi Condensation Cultivators would not dare to provoke lightly.

Ling Feng perfectly combined the Chasing Cloud Steps with the Rapid Light Step, seemingly creating an entirely new movement technique.

Fighting against the wolf pack was as leisurely as walking in a courtyard, his face calm and composed.

“Clang!”

The sword light flashed like a falling meteor, with specks of starlight, a single strike divided into three, releasing three strands of Sword Qi.

Instantly, three Demon Wolves were pierced through the heart by the Shattering Star Sword Qi and died beyond doubt.

Eye power, movement technique, swordsmanship!

When these three elements fused together, they gave birth to an almost perfect swordsman!

“It’s time to end the battle and venture deeper into the Great Wilderness Mountain Range for further trials.”

A glint of sharpness passed through Ling Feng’s eyes.

During these three days of fierce fighting, Ling Feng’s True Qi cultivation had broken through once again, reaching the level of Qi Condensation Fifth Layer.

Without holding back any longer, Ling Feng’s sword force became domineering and fierce.

The Shattering Star Sword Technique was a superior swordsmanship of the Asking Immortal Sect, usually only accessible to True Disciples of the various Peak Masters.

Without significant comprehension, even ten years of hard practice might not yield any success.

“Star Illusion Annihilation Kill!”

The Sword Qi surged, fierce Vigorous Wind swept across all directions, a myriad of Sword Shadows flickered like a falling star river, the sword light brilliant as a rainbow!

The remaining Demon Wolves’ eyes flickered with fear, whimpering and howling in terror.

Almost instantly, they all turned tail and ran.

Bang Bang Bang!

The Sword Qi exploded in the moment the Demon Wolves turned to run, piercing through their bodies and skulls, one after another, the wolves fell into a pool of blood.

“Three days’ time, and my Shattering Star Sword Technique has broken through to another level.”

“After this baptism of blood, whether it’s striking or retracting the sword, there’s a sense of returning to simplicity and truth.”

Ling Feng looked at the bodies of Demon Wolves scattered around, nodding his head in satisfaction.

He quickly processed the bodies of the Demon Wolves, gathering all valuable materials, then Ling Feng activated his movement technique and left the area.

Soon, Ling Feng walked to a bubbling stream, crouched down, and washed the blood off his body.

At that moment, a small team of five approached; four men and one woman, all around twenty years old, fairly young.

These five wore tight outfits and carried long swords, their steps steady and strong, clearly possessing solid foundations.

Seeing Ling Feng there did not cause much curiosity among them; the Great Wilderness Mountain Range was a common training ground for disciples from nearby Martial Arts sects, and it was easy to encounter other sect disciples training there.

“I am Wang Tong, an Inner Sect Disciple of the Tianyun Sword Sect from Tianhua Mountain.

May I ask which sect does your excellency hail from?”

The leader was a man with a square face—the eldest and most powerful among them.

He glanced at Ling Feng a few times then looked at the Xuan Artifact Treasure Sword “Moon Slash” behind him, squeezing out a small smile and giving Ling Feng a respectful bow.

“I am a disciple of the Asking Immortal Sect.

Is there something you need?” Ling Feng jumped up from the creek side, looked sideways at the five people opposite him, and responded indifferently.

“Asking Immortal Sect…” The square-faced man’s eyelids twitched slightly.

The Asking Immortal Sect in the southern Seven Counties of the Sky White Empire was extremely renowned, and its comprehensive strength was top-tier in the Immortal Trace Mountain Range.

The name of the Asking Immortal Sect clearly stirred emotions in these disciples of the Tianyun Sword Sect.

“So you are a Taoist brother from Asking Immortal Sect!” Wang Tong laughed heartily.

“We were just worrying about our lack of manpower and how we could not seize the Heaven and Earth Strange Fruit.

Meeting the Taoist brother here is truly heaven-sent assistance.”

Ling Feng touched his nose bridge, casting a somewhat puzzled look at Wang Tong.

“Ah, this is the situation!” Wang Tong seemed forthright and immediately explained after slapping his forehead, “A few days ago, we discovered a Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures plant behind the hillside on the right.

It’s almost ripe, but there’s a Cloud Pattern Eye-Hanging Tiger guarding it.

That Tiger is no trivial matter; it’s a peak Second-level Demonic Beast, stronger than an ordinary Qi Condensation Ten Layers cultivator!”

“Even if the five of us join forces, we might not necessarily be able to handle that demon.

Since your excellency is a disciple of Asking Immortal Sect, you must possess exceptional strength.

With your help, we will surely succeed in slaying the Cloud Pattern Eye-Hanging Tiger and seizing the Heaven and Earth Strange Fruit!”

“Oh?” A hint of amusement flashed across Ling Feng’s eyes.

“Once we have the Heaven and Earth Strange Fruit in hand, how shall we distribute it?”

Wang Tong immediately said, “Although there is only one Heaven and Earth Strange Fruit plant, both the fruit and the roots can be divided.

Moreover, the Cloud Pattern Eye-Hanging Tiger is also a treasure trove.

I’ve always admired disciples of the Asking Immortal Sect and would like to treat you as a friend.

We can give you the demon core of the beast, how about that?”

“The demon core of a Second-level peak demonic beast.” Ling Feng nodded.

“Agreed!”

Since the Heaven and Earth Strange Fruit was initially discovered by them, and with the five of them as the main combatants, if they really gave him the demon core, his trip would not have been in vain.

“Good, haha!” Wang Tong grinned and laughed, “Pleasant cooperation!”

“Pleasant cooperation.” Ling Feng also smiled faintly, but thought to himself: You’d better act according to the agreement; otherwise, you’ll bear the consequences!

There is no such thing as a free lunch; he couldn’t just receive a Second-level peak demonic beast’s demon core simply for being a disciple of the Asking Immortal Sect.

Ling Feng didn’t trust these people much, but being skilled gives one courage, and he was willing to take a gamble.

“Please follow me!” Wang Tong said, speedily dashing towards the mountain on the right.

Six figures swiftly ran through the forest, treading on dry branches and leaves, producing a soft “rustling” sound; the wind swept through, scattering it into nothingness.

“A Cloud Pattern Eye-Hanging Tiger is a peak Second-level demonic beast; even with you joining us, we might not have much chance of killing it, right?” Ling Feng asked curiously as he ran.

“Don’t worry, since we dared to aim for the Heaven and Earth Strange Fruit, we have prepared accordingly.”

The reply came from Zhu Xia, a woman in the group.

Her appearance was quite delicate, her eyes and brows exuding a valiant aura, and notably, her figure was quite striking.

Ling Feng nodded, “If you’re prepared, that’s good.”

“By the way, Brother Ling Feng, since we are going to collaborate, why not let us understand your strength a bit more?

That way, you can integrate better into our new team, agreed?” Wang Tong suddenly said with a smile.

“That makes sense.” Ling Feng nodded.

“I primarily practice swordsmanship, and I can handle three to five Sharp Clawed Demon Wolves on my own.”

“Ha ha, disciples of Asking Immortal Sect are indeed formidable!”

Wang Tong laughed heartily, then led the group forward for a while, eventually arriving at their destination.