Peerless War God

Within the underground hideout, the Ice Phoenix stared at Zhou Kuang, wanting to say something, yet hesitated, and her expression was gloomy.    

She was able to discern at a glance that even though Zhou Kuang’s injuries had recovered by 60-70%, his strength had recovered to the Third Calamity of Immortality.    

It was just that Zhou Kuang had utilized his blood essence many times, and it had consumed too much energy, causing him to suffer an irrecoverable injury.    

If he wanted to remedy it, then it would have to be a heaven-defying divine medicine. Otherwise, his foundation would be damaged greatly, and not only would his strength drop greatly, he would only be at the Third Calamity of Immortality. Moreover, he would probably be unable to make a breakthrough in this lifetime.    

All of this was for the sake of protecting her. Zhou Kuang and the Three Eyed Blue Lion had fought to the death, and it was the hidden danger that had fallen.    

For a time, she was filled with mixed feelings, and she felt guilty.    

“Uncle Kuang, it’s all because my strength is insufficient that it…”    

“Eh, what are you saying? Just because you called me Uncle Kuang, this old man is worth it. This little problem isn’t a problem.”    

Zhou Kuang interrupted her words and forced a smile as he consoled her.    

When she heard this, the Ice Phoenix’s eyes reddened. “Uncle Kuang, don’t worry. When I return to the sect, I’ll definitely report this to Master and have him help you recover.”    

Zhou Kuang chuckled and was very carefree. He was extremely clear about his own condition.    

He’d consumed too much essence energy, and his foundation was already damaged. Ordinary spirit medicines were utterly unable to treat it. If there was a spirit medicine that could treat it, then even the Demon God Hall might not be able to pay the price.    

Therefore, he had long since dispelled this thought and did not expect it.    

Right now, they were still alive. Compared to those fellow disciples who had died, it was already very good.    

"I'm already satisfied if you can have this kind of heart."    

"Okay."    

At this moment, seeing the two of them talking, Chen Xiao interrupted, "Since Elder Zhou Kuang's injuries have already recovered by 60 to 70%, what are your plans now?"    

He knew that staying here was not a long-term plan, so he had to leave as soon as possible.    

During these days, above the ground above the three of them, there had been a powerful aura of the demon race, which was especially shocking.    

Even though they were hiding in the ground that was 50 kilometers deep, they could still clearly feel it. This was very scary.    

This also meant that something had happened on the ground.    

"I hope that it won't be the worst case scenario," Chen Xiao said in his heart.    

"You must be going to leave this place and rush to the center of the Divine Pagoda. This is not a place to stay for long."    

In his soul sea, Xi Luo said lightly.    

"Yes, I know."    

At this moment, the Ice Phoenix and Zhou Kuang looked at each other. The Ice Phoenix said, "Brother Chen, Uncle Kuang's injuries have just recovered a little. Why don't you rest for a while and make another decision?"    

Hearing that, Chen Xiao frowned and looked at Zhou Kuang.    

Obviously, he was not satisfied with this answer.    

Zhou Kuang shook his head and stood up. "No need. Chen Xiao is right. This place is not safe. It's better to leave as soon as possible. The recent commotion has been quite big."    

"This..." The Ice Phoenix Fairy hesitated for a moment, mainly because she was worried about Zhou Kuang's injuries.    

Zhou Kuang was very persistent, "Let's do it this way, good disciple nephew."    

The Ice Phoenix Fairy sighed lightly, "Alright, I'll listen to Uncle Kuang."    

"Haha, that's right. Let's first use our spiritual will to explore the outside world and then make a decision."    

Zhou Kuang said, looking at Chen Xiao.    

In order to prevent his hiding spot from being discovered, he had set up a barrier that even spiritual will could not penetrate.    

Since he wanted to use his spiritual will to investigate what had happened outside, he had to open the barrier.    

Chen Xiao nodded, "Alright."    

Then, he waved his hand, and the barrier opened up a hole. The three of them sent their spiritual will out and looked up at the ground.    

At the same time, a large number of demonic beasts appeared on the ground, roaming back and forth.    

Especially in the sky, there were even more flying demonic beasts, shuttling back and forth, as if they were patrolling.    

As soon as the three of them sent their spiritual will out, they discovered this scene.    

Although these patrolling flying demonic beasts were very far away from them, once they moved, it was hard to say that they wouldn't be discovered.    

Seeing this, Chen Xiao quickly retracted his spiritual will and closed the barrier.    

"What is going on? There are a large number of demonic beasts on the ground and in the sky, as if they are patrolling. It seems that it's really like what I guessed before, that something big has happened on the ground."    

Chen Xiao's face was gloomy as he said coldly.    

Zhou Kuang's face turned ugly. He realized that the situation was even worse than he had imagined.    

It could be said that the worst situation had appeared.    

"Generally speaking, the demonic beasts are all fighting on their own, and they will not listen to anyone's orders. Furthermore, they are all in their own territories, and they will not interfere with each other. However, the current situation is so strange. Could it be that..."    

Zhou Kuang was shocked, and his expression changed drastically.    

The Ice Phoenix Fairy said with a cold face, "Unless there is a powerful demon that commands these demonic beasts, they will listen to orders like humans and patrol the area."    

"That's right. This is the worst situation. Chen Xiao, it seems that what you said will come true."    

Zhou Kuang sighed lightly.    

Chen Xiao was a little helpless, "The Dragon Trapping Forest is the most dangerous place in the vicinity. This matter is probably related to the Dragon Trapping Forest. However, what should we do now?"    

At this time, the Ice Phoenix Fairy said, "How about we try to probe it out first?"    

"How do we probe it out?"    

"Use clones or puppets."    

"Oh?" Chen Xiao was interested.    

The Ice Phoenix Fairy smiled and said, "See me."    

As she spoke, she took out a demonic pill that was of the water attribute. She put her hands together and rubbed it. The demonic pill shattered, and the demonic power inside it spread out. However, it did not explode. Instead, it was enveloped by a ball of light formed by her hands.    

Following that, she began to knead her hands and continuously infused her magic power into the ice. Gradually, a Black Ice Puppet appeared in front of the three of them.    

"Woof, woof."    

Hei Zi saw this and anxiously cried out.    

"Haha, this dog of yours is interesting." When Zhou Kuang saw this, he laughed.    

Chen Xiao glared at Hei Zi, and it quickly lowered its head.    

Fairy Ice Phoenix continued to cast her magic. Runes were struck on the Black Ice Puppet, and then it was reinforced. Then, she took out a set of armor and draped it over the Black Ice Puppet's body.    

At first glance, it looked no different from an ordinary human cultivator.    

Chen Xiao praised, "Fairy Ice Phoenix, what a wonderful method."    

Fairy Ice Phoenix chuckled, revealing her white teeth, and said, "It's just a trivial method. Brother Chen, you must be laughing at me. Unfortunately, with my methods, I can only refine a puppet at the late stage of the Tribulation Transcender Realm. It's very difficult for me to survive under the hands of these patrolling demon beasts for too long."    

Chen Xiao knew what was going on and said, "Let's try it first."    

"That's right." Zhou Kuang agreed.    

"Alright."    

Fairy Ice Phoenix nodded and casually pointed. "Go."    

The Black Ice Puppet rushed out and passed through the ground. Meanwhile, Fairy Ice Phoenix could borrow the body of the puppet to see what was happening outside.    

The Black Ice Puppet stepped forward and flew close to the ground, continuously probing its surroundings.    

But very quickly, the puppet was discovered by a group of patrolling demon beasts.    

“What is that? You guys go take a look.”    

“Yes, boss.”    

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