Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 335 - 247 Poison Sac acquired_1

Chapter 335: 247 Poison Sac acquired_1

"If they won’t drink a toast, they must drink a penalty! Send them on their way."

A lithe woman in a black dress had her face turn cold, with murder written all over it.

No sooner had she finished speaking than ripples appeared in the void above Shen Long and Lin Yutong’s heads, and a gray Ghost Claw emerged. The five fingers of the black Ghost Claw were dark and sinister, with green flames twining around the fingertips, causing the nearby void to warp and distort.

The gray Ghost Claw landed on the white light barrier, making a dull thud. The green flames spread upon the white light barrier, enveloping it with green ghostly fire. Green smoke began to rise as the brilliance of the white light barrier dimmed.

A gust of cold wind blew through, and a ghost creature with a bull’s head and a human body materialized. Its head sported two crescent-moon-like horns, and within its hollow eye sockets burned clusters of black ghost fire, emanating astonishing fluctuations of Yin Qi.

"A Core Formation Stage ghost creature!"

Lin Yutong’s face tensed up.

The Ghoul King appeared and opened its mouth to spray out a jet of black ghost fire that landed on the white light barrier, causing its spiritual light to dim further.

Shen Long activated the Leading Thunder Pearl, and the sound of thunder came from the sky. A silver lightning column about ten feet in diameter streaked across the sky like a silver thunderous spear, thrusting towards the Ghoul King.

Just as the Ghoul King was about to dodge, a piercing shriek rang out, causing it to dip its head and slow its reaction.

The silver lightning column struck the Ghoul King’s body, engulfing it in silver lightning, with tumultuous waves of energy rolling out.

Shen Long opened his mouth and a Tricolor Firebird flew out, plunging into the lightning. A tricolored fire burst forth, and he pulled out the Zyphyxial Blade and, with a swing, bisected the Ghoul King.

A piercing sound of ripping air was heard, as a black arrow shot towards them, piercing through the white light barrier.

Shen Long’s left fist emitted a bright red light, growing many red scales, transforming into a red dragon claw to meet the oncoming arrow.

The black arrow collided with the red dragon claw with a muffled sound of clashing metal, sparks flying everywhere, and the black arrow was sent flying back.

"Nine Revolutions Transforming Flood Dragon Technique!"

The black-robed elder exclaimed in shock.

A silver lightning column with a diameter of about ten feet descended from the sky, striking the trio in black robes.

Before they could dodge, a sharp, ear-piercing shriek sounded, causing them to feel dizzy and unstable on their feet.

The silver lightning column hit the black-robed elder, and a blinding surge of silver lightning shot up into the sky, energy waves surging like tides.

Before the lightning dispersed, a second silver lightning column came crashing down, with the lightning intensifying.

Shen Long slapped the golden Spirit Beast bag on his waist, and tens of thousands of Gold-Winged Fire Ants flew out, swiftly coalescing into three golden long spears.

"Go!"

Shen Long pointed towards the opposite side, and the three golden long spears shot directly at the enemies, piercing through the silver lightning. One could clearly see bloodstains on the tips of two of the spears.

A gust of Yin wind blew up behind Shen Long, and the black-robed elder materialized with a pair of black bat wings on his back, not illusory but solid.

The elder’s hands had turned into black Ghost Claws, with sharp nails, and his eyes had turned blood red.

"Be careful, this is the Subjugation Ghost Technique. It’s similar yet distinct from the Spirit Attachment Technique of a Spirit Controller."

Chan Master Xinkong warned.

He was injured by the opponent using the Subjugation Ghost Technique; otherwise, he wouldn’t have ended up in such a state.

The black-robed elder let out a piercing ghostly wail and spewed a black soundwave, striking the white light barrier; the barrier twisted and deformed, its spiritual light dimming.

When the black-robed elder’s claws struck the white light barrier, it instantly shattered, and his black Ghost Claws hit Lin Yutong on the back, easily tearing through her dress to reveal a piece of inner armor flickering with white light.

One black Ghost Claw struck the white inner armor, leaving several scratches on its surface.

Another black Ghost Claw headed straight for Lin Yutong’s head, but at that moment, it was met by a red dragon claw that blocked the attack.

The black-robed elder felt a tremendous force and was uncontrollably sent flying backward.

Before he could land, a chant rang out, and a golden soundwave swept towards him.

He let out a wretched ghostly wail and spewed a black soundwave that shattered the golden soundwave.

Lin Yutong unleashed a golden Talisman that transformed into a huge golden thundercloud, chasing after the black-robed elder.

The black-robed elder felt a sense of doom and, before he could evade, was assailed by a grating shriek by his ear, like a sharp sword penetrating his sea of consciousness, causing a wave of dizziness.

Before he could recover, the golden thundercloud was upon him, less than thirty feet away.

A thunderclap sounded, and the golden thundercloud exploded, a massive burst of golden lightning shooting into the sky, engulfing the black-robed elder’s body in rolling airwaves.

Shen Long was about to deploy other techniques when he furrowed his brow and took out a Yin Sensing Talisman.

The Yin Sensing Talisman flickered incessantly before spontaneously catching fire.

This meant a particularly powerful ghost creature was approaching, which was what triggered the talisman.

"A powerful ghost is coming, let’s hurry up and leave,"

Shen Long transmitted his voice to Chan Master Xinkong, stowed away the Gold-Winged Fire Ant and Iron Tail Scorpion, cast a spell, and the Seacrossing Boat burst forth with dazzling blue light, flying towards the distance.

As the Seacrossing Boat flew over the bodies of the two Heavenly Ghost Sect disciples, Shen Long flicked his sleeve and a blue rope flew out, wrapping around the two bodies and pulling them onto the boat.

Chan Master Xinkong’s body radiated bright blue light as he swiftly followed.

At that moment, the golden lightning dissipated, revealing the black-robed elder’s silhouette with visible bloodstains on his body and a plume of black smoke rising from him.

Just as he was about to pursue Shen Long and the others, a fluctuation in the void occurred, and an azure hand covered in Buddha’s light appeared out of nowhere above his head. The black-robed elder quickly swung his black Ghost Claw to meet the attack, blocking the giant azure hand.

His divine sense detected a strong surge of Yin Qi converging towards this place at high speed.

With a light flap of the black bat wings on his back, the black-robed elder vanished from the spot and left the area.

A short while later, a chilling breeze swept through, and a red-dressed woman of dazzling beauty appeared, emanating a terrifying fluctuation of Yin Qi.

"Yin Sensing Talisman! No wonder they fled so quickly."

The red-dressed woman mumbled to herself, transforming into a stream of light as she chased after the black-robed elder.

More than half a month later, the Seacrossing Boat flew out from the Profound Yin Cave Heaven, with Shen Long, Lin Yutong, and Chan Master Xinkong standing atop the Seacrossing Boat.

"Finally, we have left that haunted place, thank you both, fellow Taoists."

Chan Master Xinkong expressed his gratitude.

"It was but a small effort, and it’s all thanks to Chan Master Xinkong. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have acquired the poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast."

Shen Long said.

After escaping to a safe place, Shen Long inquired with Chan Master Xinkong about news of the third-order Dark Beast. Chan Master Xinkong had discovered one in the Profound Yin Cave Heaven and eliminated the beast.

Knowing that Shen Long was searching for a third-order Dark Beast, Chan Master Xinkong handed over the beast’s corpse to Shen Long, with the poison sac intact.

Shen Long felt somewhat fortunate; if it weren’t for rescuing Chan Master Xinkong, they would probably still be searching for a third-order Dark Beast within the Profound Yin Cave Heaven.

"If not for the help of Taoist Friend Shen, I would have perished and my path ended. I still have pressing matters to attend to, so I will take my leave first."

After Chan Master Xinkong said this, he transformed into a streak of cyan Escape Light and soared away.

"Fairy Lin, are you feeling any better?"

Shen Long asked with concern.

Lin Yutong had been injured by the robed elder, but fortunately, she was wearing protective armor underneath, otherwise, she would have perished and her path ended too.

"After taking the Elixir given by Taoist Friend Shen, I am no longer in any serious danger. Shall we go to the Mantuo Mountain Range or to the marketplace?"

Lin Yutong asked.

"Let’s head to the marketplace first! If we can’t meet Master Aunt Du and the rest there, then we’ll head to the Mantuo Mountain Range."

Shen Long said. With a flick of a spell, the Seacrossing Boat soared high into the sky, leaving the place.

Seven days later, the robed elder flew out from the Profound Yin Cave Heaven. His right arm was gone, his aura was weak, and his face was pale.

He was being hunted by a Nascent Soul Stage Ghost Creature and only managed to escape after executing a secret technique that consumed his lifeblood.

"Don’t let me encounter you again."

The robed elder muttered to himself, transforming into a black-colored Escape Light and departing the area.

...

The Tianchan Mountain Range, consisting over a hundred thousand big and small mountains, hosted a large number of magical toads, hence its name.

In the northwestern corner of the Tianchan Mountain Range, a majestic peak stood tall with buildings strewn from its base to its summit, bustling with many people. At the foot of the mountain, an over thirty-zhang high golden stele stood erect, its surface etched with the shimmering words "Golden Toad Marketplace" in large silver characters, the Spiritual Light flickering ceaselessly.

Golden Toad Marketplace was established by the Shangguan Family, rich in cultivation resources, attracting merchants and travelers from all over.

In a secluded estate with rock gardens, small bridges, and flowing streams.

Master Aunt Du and Madam Song were sitting in a cyan-colored Stone Pavilion, sipping tea and chatting leisurely, while Xu Yang and Li Weiguang stood by their side.

"We’ve already acquired Jinni Grass and Master Xuefu. The only thing we’re missing is the poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast."

Madam Song spoke.

"Madam Song, is the poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast that sought after?"

Master Aunt Du frowned and asked.

They had attended an auction, acquiring many resources, yet the poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast remained elusive.

"The poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast can neutralize several curses, making it quite precious. As soon as it appears on the market, it is quickly purchased."

Madam Song explained.

Xu Yang took out a golden Messaging Plate, inscribed with a spell, and Shen Long’s voice emerged: "Senior Brother Xu, are Master Aunt Du and Senior Song still in the marketplace? We have obtained the poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast."

"They’re all here. Junior Brother Shen, where are you at the moment?"

Xu Yang asked excitedly.

"At the entrance of the Golden Cicada Building, where are you?"

Shen Long replied.

"Just stay at the entrance of the Golden Cicada Building, I’ll come to receive you."

Xu Yang said, putting away the Messaging Plate.

"They are quite capable indeed! They managed to find a third-order Dark Beast smoothly."

Madam Song remarked.

"Master Nephew Xu, you go bring them here. Fairy Lin won’t be able to hold on for much longer."

Master Aunt Du instructed.

It had been a year since Bingchan was cursed by Ice Silkworm True Person. The Qinglian Origin Charm had already lost its effectiveness, and Bingchan could no longer move freely for much longer.

Xu Yang acknowledged and quickly departed.

Less than half an incense stick of time later, Xu Yang returned with Shen Long and Lin Yutong.

"Master Aunt Du, this is the poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast. How is the master doing?"

Shen Long took out a black sac-like item and asked.

"Fairy Lin can’t hold on much longer, but thankfully you have brought back the poison sac of a third-order Dark Beast. Madam Song, I entrust the rest to you."

Master Aunt Du handed the poison sac to Madam Song, saying.

"It’s just lending a hand. I’ll go remove the curse for Friend Lin right away."

Madam Song took the poison sac and headed briskly toward a nearby courtyard.