After being read by the mind, my apprentice wanted to rebel

Lin Xian'er and Xie Qijun didn't stand there for long. In just a moment, the terrifying atmosphere became more and more intense.

The ghostly, thousand-year-old soul-devouring tree, like a demon ready to strike, slowly came in front of them.

When the thick and ancient tree trunk came into view, a terrifying pressure seemed to be tangible, shooting straight at the two of them like a sharp arrow.

Lin Xian'er's heart tightened. She knew very well how terrifying this pressure was. Without giving it any time to think, she immediately relied on the tacit understanding between her and the system to quickly set up a solid protective shield.

This protective shield emitted a faint light, like an invisible barrier, tightly wrapping the two of them, so that before the formal fight even began, they would not be hit by the powerful pressure and suffer bleeding from the mouth and nose, and fall into an extremely embarrassing situation.

The ten thousand year old soul-devouring tree did not take any action immediately when it first came in front of Lin Xian'er and the others. It seemed as if it was quietly examining them, or thinking of some strategy.

Its huge crown swayed slightly, as if sensing the surrounding air. Its branches, like devil's claws, swayed gently in the air, as if ready to pounce on its prey at any time.

There was an oppressive atmosphere in the air that made people hold their breath.

After waiting for about half an incense stick of time, Lin Xian'er's already impatient temperament gradually revealed signs of impatience. She thought to herself: If this continues, even if I'm destined to die, don't torture me like this! Just be quick and give me a quick death!

Lin Xian'er couldn't help but raise her voice and yell, "Hey, if you don't want to kill me, what on earth are you doing? Do you want me to waste time here?"

The Ten Thousand Year Soul-Devouring Tree was filled with doubts and confusion. It was obvious that the cultivation of these two people was low, but the protective shield could steadily withstand its power, which was really puzzling.

However, it didn't take this matter to heart at the moment. Its mind was full of another thing - "Where is the water? Where is the water?"

Looking at the seemingly ancient and weathered Soul-Devouring Tree before her, Lin Xian'er couldn't help but mutter to herself, "Huh? This Soul-Devouring Tree has lived for such a long time. Normally, it should be considered an 'old man' who has experienced the world. But I never expected the sound it makes to be so childish, as if it hasn't fully grown yet. Shouldn't it be hard to fool it?"

Deep down in her heart, a desire for adventure quietly surged, and she even thought: Why not give it a try? But then she thought, if this attempt fails, she might really be "dying if she tries", so she should be cautious and take it easy, not falling into an irreversible situation due to a momentary impulse.

These words from the Ten Thousand Year Soul-Eating Tree were like a flash of lightning, instantly illuminating Lin Xian'er's originally confused heart, and letting her clearly know the purpose of this mysterious tree's relentless pursuit.

So, without even a hint of pretentiousness, Lin Xian'er decisively exchanged for an enormous basin. The basin's size was simply staggering, as if it could hold a small lake.

Then, she used her powerful spiritual power to guide the spiritual spring water to flow into the basin like a rushing stream, until the entire basin was completely filled.

She thought to herself that she had no shortage of precious spiritual spring water anyway. Perhaps after drinking the water, this soul-devouring tree that had existed for thousands of years would be merciful and let her and Xie Qijun go, allowing them to escape from this dangerous and unknown situation.

After all, peace is the most precious blessing.

The thousand-year-old soul-devouring tree quietly gazed at the clear and transparent spiritual spring water in the basin that exuded rich spiritual energy, as if it was deeply attracted by it.

It shook its thick and ancient body slightly, as if thinking about something. After a moment, it miraculously shrank a little, as if it had turned into a docile child.

Then, like an arrow shot from a bow, it plunged into the spiritual spring water. Its greedy look seemed as if it was enjoying a long-lost feast. "This is the water, this is the water, I love it so much," it made a joyful sound, as if expressing its extreme love for the spiritual spring water.

The rough trunk and lush branches and leaves of the Ten Thousand Year Old Soul-Devouring Tree suddenly felt unprecedented nourishment, as if every cell was dancing happily.

However, what was unexpected was that the basin of spiritual spring water, which was originally full, only lasted for a short ten seconds before quickly disappearing without a trace, as if it was swallowed up by an invisible force.

The ten-thousand-year-old Soul-Devouring Tree seemed dissatisfied with this. It gently waved its thick trunk toward Lin Xian'er again, its eyes revealing a hint of urgency, signaling her to quickly release some more spiritual spring water. Its expression was particularly comical, as if this little spiritual spring water was not enough to fill its teeth.

Seeing this, Lin Xian'er hurriedly used her spiritual power again to guide more spiritual spring water into the basin. There was a glimmer of anticipation in her eyes, but she secretly prayed in her heart that this mysterious soul-eating tree could fulfill their wish and let them leave here safely.

More than ten minutes passed by quietly like flowing water. Lin Xian'er stood quietly by the side, controlling the water-releasing device that seemed to have endless magical power in her hand. Although her movements were skillful, they were also a little mechanical and stiff.

As time passed, more than twenty minutes had passed, but Lin Xian'er was still as if she was under a spell and was still tirelessly draining the water.

There was no emotion on her face. She was like a sculpture, just mechanically performing the task of releasing water, like a dedicated and tireless robot releasing water.

At this moment, Xie Qijun was like a solid fortress, always guarding her side, his eyes revealing concern and determination, as if he could withstand all the storms in the world for her.

At this seemingly peaceful moment, a golden light flashed in like a meteor, leaping directly into the basin filled with spiritual spring water. Lin Xian'er didn't notice this sudden change at first, her mind completely immersed in the monotonous act of draining the water.

However, when Lin Xian'er looked closely, the sound was like a devil's voice piercing her ears. A series of shrill screams of "Ah ...

After saying that, she suddenly jumped away like a frightened deer, hugged Xie Qijun tightly with both arms, with panicked tears flashing in her eyes, and she kept sobbing: "Go, go, why did this thing chase us? I'm so scared."