Devour

The valley was in a mess, even more dilapidated than the last time I saw it. It seemed as if a thick layer of grass had been scraped off from the ground to the mountain peaks, and the once lush green vegetation had disappeared.

The remaining buildings that could still stand were sparse and hard to be seen. Even the replica of Zhurong Ding on the mountain road had been knocked down. Chi Zhongming was still hiding inside and was bound to not be spared.

The ground was covered with dried black bloodstains, bones that had been gnawed to the point where their original appearance could no longer be recognized, and stains of excrement that were gradually rotting in the sun. The air was filled with a pungent stench.

"Damn it, you Insect God, and Bone Emperor. I would be unworthy of being a human if I don't take revenge." Cheng Bai pinched his nose with one hand, suppressing his anger and discomfort, and walked up the stairs.

Before his eyes was the corpse of the Gibbon King with most of its flesh eaten away.

It has rough skin, hard flesh, and wide bones. It presses on the remaining bare shell of the Burning Worm, rising well above the ground and not being trampled by the giant Zerg. Its golden armor is broken, but under its protection, not even a small swarm of Zerg can eat it up completely.

Cheng Bai came here for this corpse. The Monkey King was brave and good at fighting, and the remaining soul fragments were very suitable to become the spirit of the sword.

He was secretly delighted: "I have just died for two days. My soul has fallen into the six realms of reincarnation. The fragments of my soul are less than one tenth or one twelveth. It has probably not completely dispersed. It will be fine if I can condense some of it."

He took out the Four Symbols Cauldron, suspended it in the air and spun around. Then, a ball of green ghostly fire rose from Qi Bin's body and was sucked away and sealed into the cauldron.

Cheng Bai looked at the corpse carefully. The chest and abdomen were still there. He flicked his fingers and a slight knife energy cut through the broken armor and rotten flesh. A huge brown-yellow inner pill rolled out and he took it away with his hand.

He was secretly delighted: "This trip is going smoothly. The soul fragments and elixir spirits needed for the precious sword are all available."

Now that I'm here, I might as well take a closer look at the former site of the Transmission Hall.

There was no luck. This magnificent palace, which was second only to the Liangyi Palace in the valley, was reduced to nothing but broken bricks and tiles that were shattered beyond recognition. Not even the shape of the building was left.

Cheng Bai's spiritual sense swept through the Three Sages Valley again and again. There was no life left in the Valley. The vitality, spiritual energy, and essence were severely lost, and it became a valley of death.

His gaze rested on the octagonal patrol station's patrol spirit boat. Although it was in tatters, it was the most intact object preserved in the valley due to the solidity and special nature of its material.

The war broke out suddenly, and the disciples of the Weapon Sect were caught off guard. They failed to successfully start the spirit boat and escape into the air, and countless bones were scattered outside the cabin.

Cheng Bai's heart moved, and he quickly slipped into the Patrolling Spirit Boat through the hole and found the Wandering Soul Pearl on the observation deck. It was a magical weapon made of Feiying Stone after all, and it was intact.

"With it, plus Li Tong's atlas, and detailed research, it will not be difficult to build the Lingzhou Palace in the future." Cheng Bai was overjoyed and took off the Wandering Soul Pearl and put it in his pocket.

Teleported back to Danding Mountain, Cheng Bai put down the Four Symbols Cauldron, took a deep breath, adjusted his mood, and summoned the inheritance cube.

Li Tong knew that he had been longing for the divine weapon for a long time since the Gu Xi Sword was scrapped, so he said, "Do you want to reforge the sword? Now the conditions are complete. Not to mention burning the star gold, refining the fire and ghost gold is easy."

There were still several hundred kilograms of incinerator iron left, and even more star gold and black gold. It would be fine to refine a few of them, but it was not what Cheng Bai had in mind.

He smiled and said, "Incineration star gold weapons are not enough. Lihuo Youjin is okay, but in the long run, it can't be free for too long. If there are Taiyin Stone and Flint Yang Stone, smelting star gold and black gold to synthesize Yin Yang Iron can be reused, but unfortunately there is not enough material."

Li Tong suggested: "You can melt the Right and Wrong Sword and recast it into the Yin-Yang Iron Sword. As for the Projection Sword, refine the material and add your Green Gold and Three-Element True Gold Ore to refine it into Feathered True Gold, which will have a better material."

Only materials of this level can be called fairy gold and divine iron, which possess extraordinary properties that are difficult for ordinary people to imagine.

Cheng Bai pondered and said, "There are many plans, which will take a long time, and we lack experience and preparation. There is a simple and effective plan that suits the current situation, which is to use a fang of the Basilisk King to refine a new sword. This is the most practical plan at the moment. I want to try some materials other than gold and iron to accumulate more experience."

Li Tong reacted quickly and said, "This material is indeed not inferior to Lihuo Youjin, but it is more spiritual and easier to refine. I just happen to have several suitable broadsword diagrams."

Cheng Bai carefully looks at the picture, selects one that suits him, and starts working.

There is a world within the Four Symbols Cauldron that can hold materials larger than itself, and is more than enough to house the giant fangs of the Basagoonicus King.

In addition, the inner elixir of the Monkey King contains the three mystical runes of "huge strength", "regeneration" and "world in the pot", which are more powerful than the inner elixir of the Xi Rat, and can be used to inlay the sword to complement each other.

The heat from the Four Symbols Cauldron is rising, the golden fire is burning fiercely, emitting a faint red light that is bright and hot. The treasure refining is progressing smoothly, sparks of hope are blooming with every hammering, and every fusion gives birth to a miracle.

As the sun sets and rises, Cheng Bai, who is sitting cross-legged on the top of Danding Mountain, opens his eyes. After 32 hours, the new magic weapon is about to be completed.

The mouth of the cauldron opened, and a beam of bright white light shot straight into the sky, cutting the thick clouds floating from high above in half, but they slowly floated by as if unaware of anything.

Siye reminded, "My Lord, the sword's tempering has not yet been completed. Can you grant me ten drops of Nether Bone Dragon's Tears?"

Cheng Bai believed in the judgment of the spirit of the artifact, took out the bottle, used his internal energy to guide ten drops of liquid into the cauldron, and successfully quenched the treasure in a moment.

A translucent dragon with an ape-face and a dragon body like an ice cube circled and danced, floating out of the mouth of the cauldron. In an instant, it changed its shape and turned into a crystal clear sword. There was no sound or other strange visions.

It is as pure as a mountain spring, reflecting the sun and the moon, with dragon-like light floating on the surface. Its appearance is somewhat similar to a Mo Dao, with a total length of four feet and five inches, and a total of seventy-two prohibitions.

The blade is straight and only occupies three feet. The tip of the blade is sharp and sharp on both sides. The extended handle can be held with two hands, and there is a ring on the handle. The Danling is located at the junction of the blade and the handle, slightly raised in the protection of the knife guard. The rune looks like a texture and is almost integrated with the blade jaw.

Compared with the one-handed knife, it is larger and more powerful, almost comparable to the long-handled weapon held with both hands. Strictly speaking, it should be called a one-handed and a half knife, which is between one-handed and two-handed. The knife skills are more flexible and varied, and can be used for both offensive and defensive attacks, which requires a high level of strength from the user.

Li Tong watched curiously and said, "After the spirit of this knife was gathered, it has become a high-quality spiritual weapon. Both the material and the process are perfect. But it is a little strange that the spirit of the weapon only has spirituality but no intelligence."

Cheng Bai thought that a weapon that doesn't talk nonsense isn't necessarily a bad thing, so he asked, "Is it because the soul has long since dissipated and there are too few fragments?"

Li Tong said, "It's possible. The reason is hard to explain. Even a complete soul may not be able to be refined into a perfect spirit weapon, and the Tears of the Nether Bone Dragon cannot guarantee the achievement of a top-grade spirit weapon."

Siye said: "My lord, although it is not of the highest quality, the Tears of the Nether Bone Dragon can at least improve spirituality. It is undoubtedly a masterpiece of the highest quality."

Cheng Bai knew that this opportunity was rare and was much better than the Guoxi Knife. He stretched out his hand, forced out a drop of blood essence to feed the weapon spirit, and summoned the long knife to fly slowly towards him.

The precious sword weighs 7000 kilograms. After recognizing its owner, it has the power of a pot of heaven. It can be made any size you like. The handle feels cool and comfortable in your hand. Holding this sword, you will feel powerful and unstoppable.

"Let's just call you 'Killing Blade'." Cheng Bai thought of the resentment he had when naming you in the past, and immediately made a radical change to his previous idea.

After cleaning up, Cheng Bai teleported back to Jianya Guanqiongding.

It was still early in the morning. The door of the starship was wide open. Several monsters were resting outside the door. The saddles on their bodies were decorated with exquisite ornaments. It was obvious that they had owners. The Smoker was also lying at the door.

When Cheng Bai saw a guest, he was about to stride in with his head held high.

The smoker quickly whispered, "Master, wait a minute, there are three women in there, each of them is very lively, you should think about how to deal with it first."

Cheng Bai was stunned when he heard this, and looked at the monsters on both sides. One was Yun Juan's Golden Griffin King, and the other was a pearly white double-winged dragon, which was the Wind Dragon King.

I immediately felt that something was wrong. All the women I knew were gathered together, and who knew what they were talking about.

While he was still hesitating, Lu Miaoting exclaimed from inside: "How pitiful, was it done by that unfaithful man?"

Yun Juan said quietly, "I always feel sad when I think about it. This child has to be alone right after he is born. It's the mother who has to suffer."

Ningxiang murmured, "I will do everything I can to take good care of the child and let him grow up."

Cheng Bai was shocked when he heard this and said, "Could it be that Ningxiang is pregnant? Let me think about it. Once in the Fearless Wilderness and once in the Three Sages Valley, I won the prize after only two attempts. I am quite capable."

Lu Miaoting continued: "I know about this, and my heart is broken."

Yun Juan sighed and said, "Now that things have come to this, you should all be more open-minded and raise the child."

Ningxiang forced a smile and said, "I'll take care of it. You don't have to worry."

Cheng Bai's blood boiled, and he rushed into the hall in two steps, shouting, "Leave the child to me to raise. This matter has been decided, and I will be responsible to the end without any complaints."

The three women looked up in surprise, only to see Ningxiang holding a little wolf cub with its eyes closed. Its dark golden fur was tangled together and it was trembling slightly in her arms.

Cheng Bai knew he was being reckless the moment he saw him. When he left, the giant golden wolf Ah Huang was about to give birth, so he was clearly referring to Ah Huang. He cursed in his heart, "Cheng Bai, ah Cheng Bai, you are still young and impulsive, and you haven't seen enough of the world."

Yun Juan was not wearing a mask today. Her face was charming and beautiful. Her beautiful eyes rolled around as she chuckled, "Oh, here comes a foster father who has claimed the child. He has new clothes and is very wealthy. This child is yours to raise. You are not allowed to regret it."

Ningxiang hurriedly asked, "Do you really want to keep it? That would save me a lot of trouble."

Lu Miaoting said without hesitation: "If you don't understand, ask me. Raising a wolf cub is more troublesome, and it just costs some money. Don't worry about not being able to raise it. At first, Ah Huang will feed it with milk, and when it grows up a little, you can eat meat. It is easier to raise than your Suanni."

The smoker behind him was dumbfounded, covering his face in silence.

Cheng Bai felt like he was going to be petrified. He glanced at the female wolf squatting next to him, eagerly waiting for the sponsor, and said awkwardly, "Okay, I'll raise it then."

Yun Juan was surprised and asked, "Why do you sound a little reluctant?"

Cheng Bai looked around and said with a wry smile, "Only one cub?"

Ningxiang nodded and said, "Giant wolves usually give birth to two or three cubs in a litter. It's rare to have only one. You can give it a name first."

Cheng Bai looked at the wolf cub carefully. There was a circle of snow-white fur around its neck, which was similar to Xiao Bai. He felt sad and said, "Call it Xiao Huan, Cheng Xiao Huan."

Ningxiang teased the wolf cub and said happily: "Cheng Xiaohuan, you have a name now."

Cheng Bai changed the subject and said, "It's rare for you to come. I guess you have something important to tell me."

Ningxiang said, "I just came to see Ah Huang, Juan has something important to do."

Yun Juan said bluntly, "The day after tomorrow is the Tribulation Meeting, and the people from all the major sects are arriving one after another. The major demon tribes were also invited. Ruan Taoran went to the Moon Palace to Yuanchi Tianfu to meet with the demon tribe sage. It's been five days, and he hasn't returned yet. According to the two demon kings, Black Dragon and Duo'ermi, he should have returned the day before yesterday at the latest. It feels a bit strange that he has been delayed until now."

Cheng Bai understood: "You want me to investigate?"

Yun Juan nodded and said, "Only your starship and Suanni can fly to Yuanchi Tianfu. Wind Dragon King doesn't have the secret flying technique and can't reach such a high place, and others can't do it either. Time is running out, so I can only ask you for help."

Ningxiang returned the wolf cub to the care of the Golden Giant Wolf and warned him, "There is no need to conflict with the demon sage. Let's see what happened. If the ancient god Yingzhao cannot help the human race on the mainland and Ruan Taoran cannot be brought back, then forget it. You should return quickly."

Cheng Bai hesitated and asked, "Is there any strong person or hidden master in Qiongqi Continent who can rival Ying Zhao?"

Ningxiang said: "Of course they are the same eight ancient gods."

Cheng Bai thought carefully among all the ancient gods, but found no clues. He shook his head repeatedly and said, "It can't be them. Is there any other powerful one?"

Ningxiang asked curiously, "Then there is no such thing. Why are you asking this? Could it be the Sun Chaser?"

Cheng Bai thought: "Who is the current demon clan sage? I should find out. Unfortunately, I am still far from the desired level of cultivation, and life is of the essence." He agreed: "I will travel light to the Moon Palace. If I see the situation is not good, I can easily slip away."

Seeing that he agreed, Yun Juan put on her mask and stood up to say goodbye: "This is troublesome. The conference is not as simple as discussing how to deal with the situation. It will determine the fate of all races. We must not encounter any obstacles."

Cheng Bai saw her off riding on the Golden Griffin King and then turned back.

Lu Miaoting said softly: "I think the demon sage is not a good person, so be careful and don't be careless."

Ningxiang blinked and said, "Sister Miaoting and I hit it off right away. I have a few private words to say. Please don't disturb us."

Cheng Bai couldn't monitor it, so he left the starship. At least he had a clear conscience.

He has always treated Lu Miaoting as a sister and Yun Juan as a good friend. He has a real relationship with Ningxiang, so there is no need to worry about it. He thought about going to Yuanchi Tianfu.

Looking at Kunpeng Rock, which was dozens of miles away from Kunpeng Valley, Cheng Bai's mind suddenly moved: "There is someone in there, and it must be an acquaintance."

The spiritual sense perceives things from near to far, with a range from precise to vague. Things that are nearby are as if seen with one's own eyes, while things that are far away are inevitably hazy and unclear.

Now that the Phoenix Force has grown, I can explore distant objects more clearly without expending much energy, and everything within a hundred miles is under my control.

Cheng Bai realized that there was another world in the huge rock that looked like a whale. Without hesitation, he jumped off the sword cliff, flew into the air, and ran away quickly.