Chapter 242: The Abrupt Arrival of the Inquiring Journey Realm Demonic Beast

At this juncture, the Feng Clan's cultivators had fanned out, covering a significant number of pockets within the range of the formation.

Gu Ran would be instantly noticed the moment he showed himself.

On Golden Leaf Street, Feng Liu, the eldest offspring of the Feng Clan, led a party of his trusted comrades on a search mission, his heart pounding with anticipation.

From his perspective, this 'Niu Qing' character daring to stand against his Feng Clan was clearly asking for trouble.

Soon enough, he, Feng Liu, would seize the invisibility skill of 'Niu Qing' and rise as an unrivaled expert within the same realm!

Moreover, possessing such an invisibility skill would open a world of opportunities for him.

Just contemplating this prospect stirred such excitement in Feng Liu that his pulse quickened.

Meanwhile, nearby on the roadside, Gu Ran, concealing his presence, stood openly yet unnoticed, casting an indifferent glance at Feng Liu and his approaching party from afar.

'Feng Liu, you dare to harm me.'

'I'll dispatch you to the underworld to revel with the ghostly maidens!'

A lethal intent sparkled in Gu Ran's eyes.

While making a move would certainly reveal his presence and attract more opponents, Gu Ran was convinced that if he had escaped the encirclement once, he could do it a second time—especially given that after dispatching Feng Liu and his gang, his power would only amplify!

With each battle serving as a catalyst for the next, he would soon be able to ascend to the Inquiring Journey realm!

However, just as Gu Ran was preparing to strike.

"Roar!"

A formidable roar of a demonic beast reverberated from outside the island.

By the sheer resonance of it, it was undeniably not a demonic beast of the Heavenly Origin realm or any lower realm!

'A demonic beast has trespassed onto Black Wood Island!'

'And it appears to be a demonic beast from the Inquiring Journey realm!'

Gu Ran's heart skipped a beat, his eyes flickering with a trace of surprise.

Simultaneously, the rest of Black Wood Island's inhabitants also detected the resonating, savage roar of the demonic beast, their expressions shifting dramatically.

"A demonic beast incursion!"

"Why would this happen precisely now? Damn it!"

Feng Hongbo's face twisted in horror, his eyes reflecting disbelief.

'The wave of demonic beasts had been entirely cleared by that formidable powerhouse.'

'Even if they were to return, it wouldn't be for a considerable period.'

'How could an Inquiring Journey realm demonic beast strike at Black Wood Island so abruptly?!'

As Feng Hongbo wrestled with these questions, his color visibly drained.

In the meantime, the other denizens of Black Wood Island were even more stunned and anxious!

"A demonic beast is on the offensive!"

"An Inquiring Journey realm demonic beast has emerged again!"

"Hopefully, it won't wreak as much havoc as the last time. Black Wood Island simply can't endure another catastrophe of that magnitude!"

One after the other, the cultivators grew pale, their faces reflecting stark terror.

Naturally, this included the Feng Clan's cultivators as well.

"Damn it, a demonic beast invasion!!"

"A demonic beast is assailing Black Wood Island, how can I pursue Niu Qing under these circumstances?!"

Feng Liu's face twisted, his gaze riveted beyond the formation, his eyes shadowed with anxiety.

...

"This won't do!"

"We can't allow Gu Ran to escape!"

"If he eludes us, even if we survive this wave of demonic beasts, we may later fall prey to him!"

"He must be eradicated!"

Feng Hongbo's eyes sharpened, his pupils reflecting a steadfast determination.

Without any delay, he commanded all members of the Feng Clan to persist in their pursuit of Gu Ran!

As for Feng Hongbo himself, he dashed out of the Black Wood Island's Great Formation, emerging outside the island.

In the distance, a massive figure hovered in the air, darting towards them at a swift pace.

It was a Middle-stage Inquiring Journey realm bird-like demonic beast, its body similarly tainted by the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi.

To Feng Hongbo's relief, only this single demonic beast had shown up—there were no signs of an impending demonic beast tide.

It seemed likely that this beast was a straggler that had escaped the net cast by that great powerhouse.

Perhaps it had been too distant to be slain initially, or it may have been tainted by the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi at a later stage.

Regardless, as long as there was just one demonic beast, and its combat capabilities weren't too formidable, it should be within their control.

'Once I've taken care of this demonic beast, Niu Qing will be my next target!'

'Perhaps by the time I reach there, Niu Qing will already have been apprehended.'

'Even though Zhang San is merely at the Early-stage Inquiring Journey realm, defeating an exposed Niu Qing should be relatively straightforward.'

Feng Hongbo mused, gradually regaining his composure.

"Roar!"

The bird-like demonic beast unleashed a roar akin to a lion's—far removed from a bird's call, exceedingly chilling.

In an instant, the immense beast, reminiscent of a dark cloud, swept close to Black Wood Island.

Upon spotting Feng Hongbo, the avian demonic beast lunged into an immediate assault!

"Damned beast, perish!"

Feng Hongbo's face contorted in rage as he retaliated.

Boom!

The deafening sounds of conflict echoed immediately.

Inside the Great Formation of Black Wood Island.

'So, an Inquiring Journey realm demonic beast is indeed assailing the island!'

'Haha, this demonic beast's timing couldn't be better.'

'Feng Hongbo is forced to confront the beast, leaving me free to launch an unabashed offensive!'

A cold smirk materialized on Gu Ran's face.

As for Feng Liu and his faction, they found reassurance in Feng Hongbo's command.

"If Father is confident enough to assert such a claim, he must be certain he can handle that bird-like demonic beast."

"Then, it's up to me to deal with this cornered animal, Niu Qing!"

A frosty smile also crept onto Feng Liu's face.

Without delay, he led his team forward, each step bringing them closer to Gu Ran.

Meanwhile, Jiang Chen was concealed in the sky, his expression serene.

He had spotted the bird-like demonic beast earlier but had refrained from attacking it.

Because he had surmised that this avian demonic beast was here due to the influence of Heavenly Fate.

Its purpose was to distract Feng Hongbo, affording Gu Ran enough time to execute his killing spree without the threat of Feng Hongbo's pursuit.

By the time Feng Hongbo realized the situation, Gu Ran would have already grown significantly stronger, capable enough to confront an Inquiring Journey realm expert.

In the end, Gu Ran would undoubtedly slay and behead Feng Hongbo, and the bird-like demonic beast would also fall prey, perishing under his power.

In short, all the spoils were destined to land in Gu Ran's hands!

'Now that I've entered the scene.'

'Gu Ran, how much of what should be yours can you retain?'

A faint smile graced the corners of Jiang Chen's mouth.

He continued to monitor the events unfolding on Black Wood Island.

On Golden Leaf Street, Feng Liu guided a group of cohorts forward, his divine sense meticulously scouring the area for any trace of Gu Ran.

Just then!

Swish!

A frigid light abruptly materialized out of nowhere—the distinct sound of a blade slicing through the air reverberated instantly.

In a mere blink of an eye, the icy luminescence was already dangerously close to Feng Liu's chest!

"Young Master, beware!"

An elderly man standing beside Feng Liu detected the imminent danger and yelled.

But it was already too late for him to initiate any defensive maneuvers.

His only choice was the most direct method—using his body to thrust Feng Liu out of harm's way!

Bang!

The sound of bodies colliding echoed, and Feng Liu's body was catapulted away like a rag doll.

Slash!

In the next instant, the chilling sound of a blade penetrating flesh resonated.

The long sword in Gu Ran's hand impaled the elderly man's shoulder, the blood-streaked blade protruding menacingly from his back.

Moreover, surges of power erupted from the long sword, reducing the elderly man's shoulder to a gory wreck.

'A Half-step Inquiring Journey realm expert!'

Gu Ran, whose figure was now exposed, altered his expression and instantly prepared to retract his long sword and blend into the shadows once more.

However, the remainder of Feng Liu's entourage had already responded, unleashing a barrage of wide-ranging attacks.

These cultivators were all at the Heavenly Origin realm.

While individually, each one would be dispatched instantly by Gu Ran, their collective onslaught was not a force Gu Ran could simply dismiss.

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