Chapter 260: Makes Sense
Chapter 260: Makes Sense
The sight of the black-bearded man being engulfed by the fiery wave sent a shudder through everyone's hearts.
As they saw the scholar rushing towards them, their gazes collectively turned to the youth in the ink-black robe standing behind him.
However, the youth continued to chew on the spirit fruit, unperturbed by the situation.
Everyone secretly despaired.
It seemed that this esteemed master of the Hybrid Origin Realm had long grown accustomed to such dangers, and expecting him to take charge of the situation was probably wishful thinking.
"Treasures are always guarded, and brute force alone won't get us past this obstacle," the young scholar said as he reached the front of the group and carefully examined the dense fiery waves before turning to the Xiang family siblings. "Don't let anyone else risk their lives. Give me some time to come up with a plan."
Upon hearing this, the group's anxious hearts finally found a glimmer of hope.
Their eyes lit up as they eagerly looked at him, urging, "Please, young brother, go ahead."
Regardless of whether he was telling the truth or not, at least their lives would be spared for now.
Indeed, Xiang Tianxiong carefully scrutinized the scholar and, after a moment's thought, finally nodded in agreement. "Alright, I'll trust you this once."
With these words, the scholar wiped the sweat from his forehead.
The group of cultivators instantly breathed a sigh of relief.
However, before they could fully relax, Xiang Tianxiong continued, his expression indifferent, "He can think of his own plan. As for the rest of you, continue with what you were doing."
"Senior Xiang?!'
Several impatient cultivators looked at him in shock and anger. "Are you deliberately sending us to our deaths?"
Now that the scholar had said he had a plan, they could wait patiently. If it didn't work out, they could always think of something else.
Besides, they had just witnessed the black-bearded man's gruesome death.
Who would dare step forward now?
"I may not have reached the Hybrid Origin Realm, but the elders of my clan are not to be underestimated, just like your Xiang family," the tall and thin man stepped forward, his voice stern. "You'd better think this through carefully!"
Xiang Tianxiong looked at him expressionlessly. "I don't need your reminders... Let's start with you, then."
In the cave mansion, time was of the essence.
If they waited for other Hybrid Origin Realm masters to arrive, the treasures within the medicine pavilion might end up in someone else's hands.
While the scholar might be able to come up with a solution, it wouldn't hurt for the others to brainstorm as well.
The two weren't mutually exclusive.
Moreover, just as this person had said, anyone chosen from this group might have some background and connections.
Now that they had started down this path, they had to see it through to the end.
Hesitation would only bring suffering.
"There's no need for that. I'll do my best..." The scholar's fair face showed a hint of anger, but he lowered his voice to explain.
Before he could finish, however, Xiang Tianxiong interrupted, his voice calm. "I'm giving you a chance, but that doesn't guarantee your safety. Of course, you'll need to do your best."
"Yes, yes, yes!"
The tall and thin man laughed nervously, his face reddening. He waved his hand, and two short swords appeared in his palm. "Everyone, take a good look at the true colors of these siblings. Do you still dare to be complacent?!'
Clang, clang, clang!
The sound of blades rang out as over ten people stood together, their eyes fierce as they glared at the siblings.
Seeing this, Xiang Tianxiong remained unmoved.
The seemingly ordinary middle-aged woman standing beside him took a slight step forward, and a crimson light radiated from her body, an oppressive aura far surpassing that of Xiang Tianxiong.
Under the weight of that oppressive aura, the ten or so people holding weapons felt their palms grow weak, and the threatening blades in their hands lost all sense of sharpness.
Mid-stage Hybrid Origin Realm.
Xiang Tianyan swept her gaze across the group. "Show me your best moves. If you can make it to the other side, I'll spare your life."
After speaking, she gently nodded. "Please."
These obvious inciting words were nonetheless the plain truth.
Bullying the weak only meant that when the weak were eliminated, a new weakest link would emerge from the strong.
"Shut up!"
Xiang Tianyan scolded sharply, then furrowed her brows at Shen Yi, offering a polite nod. "Friend, there's no need to worry. You and the rest of us are all at the Hybrid Origin Realm, so you won't miss out on your share."
Xiang Tianxiong also took slow steps forward, a smile on his face. "Someone always has to take the lead. Are you suggesting that those with higher cultivation should pave the way for the weaker ones? If that's the case, what's the point of cultivating to our current level? Moreover, we're pressed for time. If we let others get ahead of us, it would be a waste. Don't you think I make sense, friend?"
Upon hearing this, everyone turned to look at the youth in the ink-black robe.
The young scholar clenched his fists in anxiety, but there was little he could do.
Shen Yi swallowed the last bit of the spirit fruit, stretched his arms, and calmly replied, "Makes sense."
Having just come out of Da Qian, he had initially felt a bit restrained.
But he didn't expect this brother-sister duo to be quite reasonable.
Hearing this, the young scholar helplessly lowered his gaze, and the tall and thin man gave a self-deprecating laugh. Everyone understood the logic, but when it wasn't their turn to face the danger, who would truly listen?
"...As long as you understand, friend..."
Xiang Tianxiong's smile widened as he looked back towards the shore, intending to speak, but he was interrupted by the indifferent voice of the youth.
"So, what are you waiting for?"
Shen Yi wiped his hands on Xiang Tianxiong's shoulder, slightly nodding. "I'm pressed for time, so go ahead."
After all, they were all just testing the waters. Why waste time watching a bunch of Embracing Dan Realm cultivators throw their lives away?
It would be more efficient to start with the Hybrid Origin Realm masters.
"..."
Surprise flashed in Xiang Tianxiong's eyes, only to be replaced by realization.
A frosty glint appeared in his eyes as he said, "Friend, are you joking with me?"
As he spoke, his body was enveloped in golden light, ready to strike.
He had kept the youth by his side to see if he could be of any use, but that didn't mean the youth could take advantage of him.
"Tsk."
Shen Yi frowned slightly, too lazy to waste more words.
He casually slapped Xiang Tianxiong on the back of his head. With the enhancement of the Five Demon Kings, he didn't even need to reveal his aura.
Bang!
Xiang Tianxiong couldn't even react, let alone change the expression on his face.
His entire body was pathetically pressed to the ground.
Shen Yi squatted beside him, casually snatched his storage bag, then grabbed him by the collar and casually tossed him towards the surging fire wave!
The figure glowing with golden light attracted everyone's attention.
The whole process was so fast that even Xiang Tianyan couldn't react in time. She watched as her brother flew into the air, his aura sealed the moment he approached the opposite shore.
The fire wave violently swallowed him.
"Ahhhh!!!"
A piercing scream filled the air.
A golden Dao Infant emerged from the fire, its face contorted as it tried to rush towards the shore, but the flames transformed into chains, quickly wrapping around its limbs and neck. With a crackling sound, it was slowly pulled back.
"Sister, save me!"
The desperate cry echoed through the sky, but it couldn't stop him from being dragged back into the fire wave.
Until everything returned to calm.
(End of Chapter)
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