From a loser to an immortal sage

Chapter 374 Yao Maidens Guard the Ruins, Showing Their Brilliance in a Desperate Counterattack

This phantom beast is truly as majestic as a mountain!

I could even feel the vibrations of the surrounding air with each breath, like a miniature storm brushing against my cheeks, bringing waves of stinging pain.

That oppressive aura was many times stronger than that Blood Fiend's. It made my chest feel tight, as if a huge rock was pressing down on it, making it difficult to even breathe.

"Roar!" The Phantom Beast roared again, this time with an even stronger sound, which caused the ground beneath my feet to crack.

"Scatter! Find their weaknesses!" I gritted my teeth, suppressing the fear in my heart, and shouted.

At this moment, you must not panic; you must remain calm!

I took a deep breath, forcing myself to calm down, and stared intently at the Phantom Beast's every move.

Wen Chen and his group clearly understood the gravity of the situation, and quickly dispersed to find cover while trying to observe the phantom beast's weaknesses from different angles.

The Phantom Beasts won't give us much time.

Its lantern-like giant eyes flashed red light and locked onto me, the one closest to it.

Immediately afterwards, its mountain-sized claws, accompanied by a strong gust of wind, slammed down towards me!

In that instant, I felt a wave of death wash over me.

Before the giant claw even arrived, the powerful wind from its palm was already so strong that I could barely open my eyes, and my clothes were fluttering wildly as if they were about to be torn apart.

Without time to think, I instinctively activated my spiritual power, touched the ground with my toes, and darted to the side like a ghost.

"Boom!"

The giant claw missed its target and slammed heavily into the ground.

Where I had been standing, a huge crater suddenly appeared, with spiderweb-like cracks spreading outwards, sending rubble flying and dust billowing everywhere.

I could even feel the ground trembling beneath my feet, and a scorching wave of air whistled past my ears, almost knocking me to the ground.

so close!

If you get hit by this claw, you'll be seriously injured, if not killed!

However, dodging a blow does not mean you are safe.

The Phantom Beast's attack speed was astonishing. If it missed its first strike, it would immediately sweep its claws across the room. Its speed was like a black lightning bolt, so fast that I could hardly see its movements!

Others were no better.

Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Zi Ling slip and fall to the ground while dodging the phantom beast's attack!

The Phantom Beast's massive tail, carrying immense power, swept towards her!

"Ziling!" I exclaimed, my heart leaping into my throat!

My first instinct was to rush over and save her, but the Phantom Beast's attacks were too intense, wave after wave, giving me no chance to catch my breath.

I was pinned down so tightly that I could barely protect myself, let alone save others.

At that moment, a deep sense of powerlessness welled up in my heart.

I hate myself for not being strong enough, and I hate myself for not being able to protect my companions.

My eyes welled up with tears, and my heart was filled with self-blame and regret.

"Damn it!" I cursed fiercely, my eyes practically spitting fire.

At that critical moment, I thought Zi Ling was doomed.

Just when I was anxious and almost in despair, I suddenly felt a cold aura coming from the side.

This feeling is so familiar!

It's Blood Fiend! That bastard, he was definitely up to no good!

I turned my head sharply and saw Blood Fiend's hideous face, a smug grin on his face, hidden in the shadows.

Meanwhile, his henchmen stealthily crept up from the side, their target being us!

"You despicable scoundrel!" I roared, unable to contain my anger any longer.

I never imagined that at this critical moment of life and death, I would have to be distracted by dealing with those despicable and shameless bastards, Blood Fiend!

This is simply adding insult to injury, pushing us to the brink of despair!

How despicable! How hateful!

I clenched my fists so tightly that my nails almost dug into my flesh.

I wish I could tear the Blood Fiend to pieces, but right now, I have to distract myself from dealing with this.

Already struggling to deal with the attacks of the Phantom Beasts, we were now further attacked by Blood Fiend's sneak attack. Our situation instantly became precarious, with enemies on all sides and us facing constant danger.

Damn it, these guys...

"Wen Chen, be careful..." I was about to warn Wen Chen to be careful of Xue Sha's sneak attack, but before I could finish speaking...

...I saw a dark shadow flash past my eyes.

Warm Dust!

He actually shielded Zi Ling from that fatal blow!

"Wen Chen!" My eyes widened in horror, my heart felt like it was being gripped tightly by an invisible hand, almost suffocating me.

The giant tail slammed into Wen Chen with a dull thud.

Wen Chen's body was flung out like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily against the stone wall before sliding down helplessly, his fate unknown.

My mind went blank with a "buzz".

I didn't even have time to think; my body had already instinctively rushed over.

"Wen Chen! How are you?" I knelt beside him, my hand trembling as I reached out to touch him, yet I dared not.

His face was frighteningly pale, a trickle of blood oozed from the corner of his mouth, and his breath was so weak it was almost imperceptible.

My heart felt like it was being torn apart; the pain was so intense I couldn't breathe.

I held him tightly, tears streaming down my face.

"It's all my fault...it's all my fault..." I choked up, repeating the words over and over again.

If I were strong enough, if I had discovered the Blood Fiend's plot sooner, Wen Chen wouldn't have been injured, he wouldn't have...

No, I can't give up like this!

I still have my companions, and I still have Wen Chen!

I must get them out alive!

I took a deep breath and forced myself to calm down.

I wiped away my tears, stood up, and coldly swept my gaze over Blood Fiend and his henchmen.

"You all deserve to die!" My voice was as cold as the wind from hell, filled with endless killing intent.

I slowly raised my hand, and a dazzling light gathered in my palm.

This light was more intense than ever before, as if it contained all my anger and despair.

Just then, I suddenly noticed a barely perceptible glint in the Phantom Beast's eyes!

Wait... that light...

A thought suddenly struck me.

I suddenly remembered that before each attack by the Phantom Beast, its eyes would flash with that same light.

Could this be... a sign that it's about to attack?

A bold idea popped into my head.

Fight!

I gritted my teeth, channeled all the spiritual power within me, and with a flash, I charged towards the phantom beast!

"Xiao Yao, you've gone mad!" Zi Ling exclaimed.

I ignored her; my eyes were only on the Phantom Beast's enormous eyes.

Getting closer!

I could even feel the Phantom Beast's scorching breath spraying onto my face, carrying a foul, fishy smell.

It's now!

The light in the Phantom Beast's eyes flickered once more.

Without hesitation, I hurled the light in my hand hard into the eyes of the phantom beast!

"boom!"

With a loud bang, light exploded, instantly illuminating the entire ruins.

The Phantom Beast let out a shrill roar, and its huge body trembled violently.

Blood gushed from its eyes, staining its hideous face red.

It worked!

I was overjoyed, but before I could even breathe a sigh of relief, I felt an even more powerful force erupt from the Phantom Beast.

not good!

My heart sank; I knew something was wrong.

Although the Phantom Beast was injured, it did not fall down.

It became more ferocious, and its power seemed to have increased significantly.

It wildly swung its giant claws, smashing everything around it to pieces.

"Damn it! How did this beast get even stronger?" Blood Fiend's face showed a look of horror.

I gritted my teeth, looking at the even more ferocious phantom beast. I knew I couldn't back down...

"Wen Chen, wait for me..."