Chapter 133: Chapter 133: What Does Wolf Meat Taste Like? (Second Update)
It was shocking. Absolutely shocking!
Apart from the Players, everyone was filled with astonishment. They found it hard to believe what they were seeing, yet everything before them seemed to confirm that this was the truth. The man enveloped in green Internal Energy had actually killed the monster with a single kick!
Whether they were renowned veterans of the Jianghu or one of the top ten experts, nearly all found this scene hard to believe. Xu Nian was merely at the Grandmaster Realm; how could he unleash such terrifying Power? Even Zhao Qixian and Kong Qingquan had been powerless against the creature. Had it truly been dispatched so easily by Xu Nian’s kick?
If word of this spread Outside—if the Jianghu People were told that a Grandmaster Realm cultivator had killed an opponent whom even the Number One in the World couldn’t handle—they would likely scoff in derision.
But the truth was undeniable: that Corpse was the most compelling evidence.
Zhao Qixian was stunned. Kong Qingquan was stunned. Even Living Up to the Tathagata regarded Xu Nian with deep wariness. At this moment, these three experts of the Free Heaven Realm couldn’t find the words to describe their inner turmoil. They had seen that kick most clearly, and it posed the greatest threat to them as well.
Could we dodge such a kick? This question seemed to linger in their minds.
After an unknown amount of time, everyone finally recovered from their shock. Their gazes drifted, one by one, towards the Gold, Silver, and Jewelry visible behind the broken wall.
"The treasure! The Nine Dragons Secret Treasure has appeared, right inside this wall!"
"Hahaha, I knew the Nine Dragons Secret Treasure was real! There must be peerless secret manuals inside!"
"With so much wealth here, anyone ambitious could definitely establish their own kingdom."
"The Imperial Court’s people are still here. Are you trying to get yourself killed by saying that?"
The previous speaker fell silent.
In the presence of the Nine Dragons Secret Treasure, the shock Xu Nian had inflicted upon them seemed to evaporate. People die in pursuit of wealth, just as birds die in pursuit of food. Hadn’t they all come here precisely for the Nine Dragons Secret Treasure? If this wall was filled with Gold, Silver, and Jewelry, what might the surrounding walls contain?
Immediately, everyone began to frantically chisel at the nearby walls, their faces flushed with excitement.
Xu Nian was in no hurry to deactivate the Eight Gates Escape Armor. He knew full well the kind of side effects that would follow once he did. This time, he had opened up to the Sixth Scenic Gate, and the resulting backlash would undoubtedly be far more severe than before.
The pain of ten thousand ants gnawing at my heart, is it? Thinking of this, Xu Nian couldn’t help but shudder. This technique is powerful, alright, but the toll it takes is immense. Opening the Death Gate means instant death!
He hesitated for a moment. Xu Nian noticed his Internal Energy was still rapidly dissipating; he couldn’t maintain this state for much longer. Once he stopped, Luo Chenjun would likely try to test his current condition. How troublesome.
The Players, seeing their Sect Leader standing motionless, stopped paying him any mind, figuring he could do as he pleased. They, on the other hand, had to continue exploring; after all, their Task wasn’t complete yet. Now that the Nine Dragons Secret Treasure had appeared, they wondered if they should start breaking down the surrounding walls like the other Non-player Characters.
"There’s so much good stuff! Can we even carry it all back?"
"Are you daft? We just pick the best things to take back. We’ll need Gold, Silver, and Jewelry eventually anyway."
"What do you guys think this Wolf Meat will taste like?"
"Damn, Little Boss, you’re hardcore! You actually want to eat the Boss’s meat?"
"I’ll cook it, but you won’t be eating any!"
"Big Brother, take your time. Just let us know if you need anything."
"I want to try some Wolf Meat too! Little Boss, if you need anything, just ask."
The crowd chattered on.
The Players had a clear division of labor. Those assigned to snatch Gold, Silver, and Jewelry continued their work, while those who weren’t began to dissect the Boss’s Corpse. The Jianghu People also joined the frenzy, though they didn’t fight over the Black Wolf Giant Beast’s Corpse; their attention was solely on the glittering treasures.
Xu Nian withdrew from the chaotic scene and walked towards the passage. The terrifying aura still clung to him, and each step he took made the hearts of the nearby Jianghu People tighten with apprehension. They seemed terrified that Xu Nian might suddenly attack them. But Xu Nian ignored them, calmly walking into the passage.
Once inside, under the watchful eyes of the Female Disciples from the Celestial Cyan Workshop, he sat cross-legged. Closing his eyes, he began to regulate his aura.
The Eight Gates Escape Armor state deactivated.
In that instant, an unbearable pain shot through his meridians, flesh, skin, and bones. This sudden agony caused Xu Nian’s body to tremble violently. Large beads of sweat streamed down his forehead. His face was horrifically pale, and his aura had become exceedingly faint. His current appearance was truly frightening.
The Blood Demoness watched him, her brow furrowed. She recalled that after Xu Nian had kicked the Black-robed Guardian to death, he had also looked utterly exhausted. What kind of Martial Art is this, to grant someone such terrifying Power? However... it seems this Martial Art comes with unbearable side effects.
Yan Ruyu also entered the passage. Looking at Xu Nian, who was trembling slightly, her expression grew somewhat peculiar.
"Sect Leader Xu, I was abrupt earlier. Please forgive me," Yan Ruyu said sincerely, her gaze fixed on him. "I never expected Sect Leader Xu to possess such strength. It is truly admirable. If not for Sect Leader Xu’s intervention, I’m afraid none of us could have handled that monstrous beast."
Xu Nian, who was trying to suppress the pain, slowly opened his eyes. He glanced at her, then closed them again.
It’s too painful! My whole body hurts so much I can’t even speak.
Yan Ruyu had approached him because she, too, was astounded by Xu Nian’s Power. With such strength, who could possibly stand against him? Setting aside other concerns, if Xu Nian were to hold a grudge against the Celestial Cyan Workshop and seek revenge, who could stop him? Or rather, who would be willing to offend Xu Nian for the sake of the Celestial Cyan Workshop? After today, the Profound Yellow Sect has become a pivotal force in the Jianghu. Even Little Sage Manor, the Celestial One Daoist Sect, and Zen Heart Temple would likely hesitate to provoke the Profound Yellow Sect. Jianghu People, after all, fear death. The grass on the graves of those who weren’t afraid of death is probably tall enough to pitch a tent by now.
The Blood Demoness whispered from nearby, "The Martial Art he just used will leave him in a weakened state for some time. Shopkeeper Yan, it’s best not to disturb him."
Hearing this, Yan Ruyu hesitated. Weakened? Isn’t this the perfect opportunity to kill Xu Nian?
But the thought of the Profound Yellow Sect’s fanatical Disciples immediately made her banish the idea.
"Since that’s the case, I won’t disturb Sect Leader Xu’s healing," Yan Ruyu bowed and said. "The Nine Dragons Secret Treasure has appeared. It’s time for our Celestial Cyan Workshop to contend for it. After this is over, I will personally visit to offer my apologies!"