1:00:34 Word count: 4197 Full screen reading - Chapter Seven: Poisoning Through the miraculous effects of the Xuan Huang Soul Refining Pagoda, Lan Yu Zhen saw the existence of a soul. Everyone has a soul, even animals do. Lan Yu saw the soul of the White Chalk Tiger and also saw the souls of about a hundred people. Souls also have forms; their forms look similar to how the deceased appeared in life. Souls lack consciousness and float in the air. After someone dies, their soul will hover above the dead body and will not dissipate immediately. The soul looks somewhat ethereal and elusive, as if it could be blown away by the wind at any moment. Everyone's soul is similar, except for those who are more powerful, whose souls appear denser and heavier, making them less likely to dissipate.
Lan Yu controlled the Xuan Huang Soul Refining Pagoda and started to suck powerfully. Indeed, the Xuan Huang Soul Refining Pagoda was no joke; like breathing, it absorbed all the surrounding souls within a hundred meters, including that of the White Chalk Tiger.
The souls were stored in the gemstone at the very top of the Xuan Huang Soul Refining Pagoda. Through the jade tablet, Lan Yu learned that this gemstone was called the Soul Gem and was originally part of the Xuan Huang Soul Refining Pagoda. The Soul Gem mainly served to store and purify souls.
After absorbing the souls, Lan Yu did not rush to refine them. Although he was eager, it was inappropriate to do so here and now.
Lan Yu stood up and asked, "Are you all ready?"
"Yes, Master," they replied.
"Good. Let's go." A group of six people and one magical pet, followed by two carriages, slowly walked towards the depths of the forest.
"The five-level magic beast Seven-Flower Python is nearby, everyone be careful. Also, watch out for the tall trees above; the Seven-Flower Python likes to live on trees," Lan Yu said.
A five-level magic beast is equivalent to a martial god in strength. Except for Lan Yu and Dao Lang, the other five would be in great danger if they encountered the seven-flower python.
Lan Yu was in front, Dao Lang at the back.
Lan Yu's team was very cautious.
Lan Feng walked in the middle, trembling with fear. Girls tend to be more afraid of snake-like magic beasts.
"Sssshh..."
The sound was getting closer.
"Everyone, be careful, it's coming," Lan Yu said.
"Woo..." Finally, the seven-flower python appeared before Lan Yu and others.
It was as thick as a water bucket, about twenty meters long, its huge head raised high, and its bloody mouth emitted an array of foul smells.
"Ahh!" Lan Feng screamed, covering her eyes and not daring to look.
"Brother, let's go," Long Kuang shouted and rushed forward first.
The most formidable aspect of the seven-flower python is its brute force. With just one sweep of its massive tail, it can break down large trees. Moreover, the seven-flower python can spray a kind of venom, which is extremely toxic and highly corrosive.
However, the seven-flower python's venom storage is very limited. It can only be used once each time, and after usage, it takes a long time to reaccumulate the venom. Unless it's a matter of life or death, the seven-flower python won't spray its venom.
In order to complete the mission, the six members of Lan Yu's team had already prepared antidote pills, which they took beforehand. These pills can provide a certain degree of prevention. Although they cannot completely neutralize the poison of the seven-flower python, they are better than nothing.
The huge head of the seven-flower python rammed towards Lan Yu, fast as lightning and powerful as thunder.
Lan Yu dared not take it head-on. The seven-flower python is known for its immense strength, and being hit wouldn't be fun.
Lan Yu leaped into the air, dodging the collision of the seven-flower python, and his sword attacked the eye of the seven-flower python, which was as big as a lantern.
Although the seven-flower python's body was huge, it was very agile. With a twist of its body, it evaded Lan Yu's attack.
Long Kuang arrived, slashing at the body of the seven-flower python with all his might.
The seven-flower python slapped its tail, throwing both Long Kuang and his sword flying.
Long Kuang was unharmed, got up, and ran over again.
Hu Tian and Ying Yang, who were the weakest in strength, still charged forward.
With a swing of its body, the seven-flower python sent them retreating.
Ying Sha was the most cunning and hadn't made a move yet. His shadow flickered as he looked for an opportunity to strike. Anyway, these annoying matters would just end up unresolved.
Lan Yu faced off against the seven-flower python in a direct confrontation.
The seven-flower python was too powerful, and Lan Yu had no choice but to act.
The seven-flower python was incredibly strong, while Lan Yu was extraordinarily agile. For the time being, neither could gain the upper hand.
Long Kuang, Ying Yang, and Hu Tian attacked from behind, pinning down the seven-flower python.
Lan Feng, upon seeing the seven-flower python, went limp in fear and didn't dare to step forward. She stayed behind with Dao Lang to support the rear.
The battle was fierce, with trees falling one after another and dust filling the sky.
The commotion was astonishing, feeling like an earthquake.
Gradually, Lan Yu began to grasp some of the seven-flower python's weaknesses and started attacking frequently.
The skin of the seven-flower python was very thick, and the fifth-grade divine weapon couldn't cause much damage to it. Of course, this was mainly because Lan Yu hadn't struck its vital points.
Ying Sha also managed to leave a few wounds on the body of the seven-flower python, but for such a massive creature, these injuries meant little.
As for Long Kuang, Ying Yang, and Hu Tian, they were unable to land any effective blows. Each time, they were thrown back by the seven-flower python.
Seeing that his sword wasn't doing enough, Lan Yu decided to use his hidden weapons skills.
An invisible divine needle appeared in Lan Yu's hand, practicing extreme Daoist cultivation.
Lan Yu did not immediately release the hidden weapon but instead used his sword to attract the attention of the seven-flower python.
Seizing the opportunity, the invisible divine needle was unleashed.
Dozens of invisible divine needles attacked different areas, arriving in an instant.
Lan Yu further controlled two of the invisible divine needles with his soul power, causing them to suddenly change direction just as they were about to hit the seven-flower python, aiming for its eyes.
The seven-flower python tried to dodge, but it was too late.
"Aoowww!" The eyes of the seven-flower python were pierced, and it roared loudly.
Even though the seven-flower python doesn't rely on its eyes to see, having both eyes destroyed was a significant blow to it.
The head of the seven-flower python was raised high, with its neck slightly bent.
"Bad news! The seven-flower python is about to spray venom!" Lan Yu shouted loudly and quickly retreated.
The head of the seven-flower python dove downward, closely following Lan Yu, moving at an incredible speed.
Just as it was about to get close to Lan Yu, the seven-flower python sprayed its venom.
The venom rushed straight toward Lan Yu, covering a radius of one meter.
Lan Yu hurriedly moved to the side, but his speed was just a bit slower. Dozens of drops of venom splashed onto his back.
The rest of the venom fell to the ground, causing smoke to rise. In no time, the grass on the ground withered.
"Master!" The four people, Long Kuang, cried out in alarm.
"Xiao Yu!" Seeing Lan Yu drenched in venom, Lan Feng shouted and rushed toward the seven-flower python, completely forgetting her fear.
[Thank you to reader Huo Huo for your feedback. Starting from this chapter, Lan Feng will refer to Lan Yu as Xiao Yu. Thank you, Huo Huo!]