Chapter 968
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Shui Yanyu looked soft on the outside, but was tough on the inside .
She looked as lovely as water, but once she had made her decision, she would definitely be determined and would not be swayed .
Since Shui Yanyu wanted to go with Ling Han into the Flame Cave, Hu Feiyun would naturally not dare to stay outside alone . So, in the end, it was still the three of them going in together, and they headed towards the cave .
Hong, a surge of flames would occasionally burst out of the ground, exuding a frightening wave of heat .
This occurred without any semblance of regularity, so it was impossible to predict and avoid ahead of time . Furthermore, if one was unfortunate enough to take a step right when the flames burst out, they could only evade . If they could not, they would have to depend on their own abilities to bear the flames head on .
The might of the flames was extraordinary . For example, if Shui Yanyu was hit, her beautiful face would turn pale . Hu Feiyun, on the other hand, had extremely fast reaction speed . The moment that there was unusual movement underground, she would have already quickly shot up; even Ling Han considered his own reaction speed slower than hers .
They entered into the cave . They could hear deep growls of beasts occasionally ring out inside the cave, but it was very difficult to tell which direction they had originated from .
"Upon a closer look, there could be Mountain River Stones in every corner here . However, they may not be of the Fire Element; those can only be found in the innermost depths of the cave," Shui Yanyu said . Although she had come here once, her cultivation level 10 years ago was really too low, so she had not entered into the Flame Cave .
"It would be fine as long as they were Mountain River Stones . " Ling Han had already had a taste of them—they could really make the cultivation level of a cultivator soar . Even if he had to spend several years to stabilize his cultivation level in return, he would still be able to save a very, very great amount of time .
"You think they're something that can be picked up anywhere?" Shui Yanyu rolled her eyes . She seemed to have found enjoyment in bickering with Ling Han .
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Ling Han smiled faintly, but did not start bickering with her . Firstly, because they were in a dangerous situation, after all, and secondly, he was more willing to use his mouth rather than words to shut her up .
This cave was very big . Its height reached more than 30 meters, and walking inside would give one a feeling of emptiness . There were stalagmites protruding from the ground—each was bright red, and there were some that were still dripping lava . They were a very magnificent sight .
There were paths stretching out in all directions, with innumerable forks along them . These forked paths were slightly smaller, but they were still six to nine meters tall, and were still very amazing .
Because the dangers of this place were not at such a controllable level as the Crimson Lake, there were obviously fewer cultivators who had made their way here—at least the trio had walked for quite a while, but had yet to spot any person . Another reason was because this place was too big . Even if several hundred people came here at the same time, the moment they separated, it would be very difficult to reunite .
One had to know that the total number that had entered the Mystery Realm was no more than 2000 people .
Pa, pa, pa . A strange sound was heard coming from up ahead . Ling Han and his companions became alert; Hu Feiyun even gripped onto the corner of Shui Yanyu's sleeve, her expression saying 'if there's danger, you'll help me block it' .
Very soon, a red shadow appeared in front of them .
It was a very large Demonic Beast, its height close to three meters . It was completely crimson, and its skin was like lava . This monster was incredibly hideous: it did not have any neck at all, and merely had a squarish body from which there was a head sticking out . Its four legs were thick and short, making it look a little like a tortoise, but it did not have a tail .
It looked at Ling Han and his companions, and its large mouth split open . Drool dripped from its mouth, but its saliva was actually bright red lava . The moment the drops of saliva dropped onto the ground, a sizzling sound was heard .
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"This is a Lava Beast?" Ling Han asked .
"Probably . " Shui Yanyu nodded . In truth, she had not seen one herself, either, but there were no other types of Demonic Beasts here .
"So ugly," Hu Feiyun said quietly as if she was afraid that the Demonic Beast would hear her .
"It's fine . The Demonic Beasts here do not seem to have awakened their intelligence, so they can't understand human words at all," Ling Han said, smiling . Even if its intelligence had awakened, it would have to learn human language first before it could decipher the words of humans .
Of course, if it used divine sense to transfer a message, then it could skip over the language barrier .
"Roar!" The Lava Beast growled deeply, its eyes as large as copper bells glowing fiercely . Peng, peng, peng . It moved on its four legs to charge towards Ling Han and his companions . Even though its legs were short, it was really not that slow in an all-out dash .
"Let me!" Shui Yanyu stepped out, sword in hand . She was the type to want to be the first; previously, Ling Han was the one shouldering all the dangers they had faced, so she'd felt quite suffocated . Now, this Lava Beast was merely in the late stage of the low extreme, so she was naturally eager to give it a try .
Pu . The Lava Beast's mouth spat out fierce flames, which instantly raised the surroundings' temperature considerably .
Shui Yanyu did not take the attack head on . Instead, she made use of her nimbleness to twist around to the side, and brandished her sword, unleashing a swift stab .
The Lava Beast's reaction was somewhat slow . It was suddenly pierced by the sword, but its defenses were quite amazing—the sword could only pierce into it for about an inch or so . In view of its colossal body, this was still very far from hitting its vital points .
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Feeling the pain, the Demonic Beast was enraged . It continued roaring, and endlessly charged towards Shui Yanyu .
The Demonic Beasts here were indeed a little stupid . They were battling completely based on instinct . Thus, even with the thick and tough skin, along with the might of flames, it did not manage to get an upper hand at all . Instead, Shui Yanyu managed to take advantage of it multiple times with a strike here and there, and its blood continuously gushed out like fierce flames .
"Good strike! Good strike!" Meanwhile, Hu Feiyun was cheering on Shui Yanyu from the sidelines, but did not forget to hide behind Ling Han . She poked her head out, waving her arms around in excitement .
"Ang!" Just at this moment, they saw yet another Lava Beast appear, this time behind the trio . After releasing a roar, it proceeded to bite at Hu Feiyun .
Who asked her to be the nearest?
Hu Feiyun's reaction was something to worry about . She actually stood there dumbly without any reaction . However, Ling Han was not her . His right hand clenched into a fist and shot out; he did not bother to use any kind of technique, and merely used his brute strength to emerge victorious .
Peng, his present strength was really too powerful . One punch, and the Lava Beast could not bear it at all even despite its powerful physique . It directly exploded from the impact .
"Ah!" Only now did Hu Feiyun exclaim in surprise, and patted her chest repeatedly as she said, "Scared me to death! Really scared me to death!"
Ling Han looked around for a while . All Demonic Beasts had Spiritual Meat, and this Lava Beast was no exception . The Spiritual Meat was merely about the size of a segment of the little finger . It was slightly red, but its main part was still white . It was like a beautiful piece of jade that had merely been dyed with a red blush .
"Big Sister Shui, go!" Hu Feiyun began cheering for Shui Yanyu again . The enemies were both Lava Beasts, and while Ling Han managed to turn one into pieces with just a punch, Shui Yanyu was in a drawn out battle . The difference was really huge .
Ling Han did not step in, though . Instead, he stood on the side . This was his form of respect for Shui Yanyu .
After a long time, Shui Yanyu finally finished off this Demonic Beast, and dug out a piece of Spiritual Meat .
She shook her head, and said, "I'll just leave the Demonic Beasts later to you . "
"Why?" Ling Han asked, smiling . Find authorized novels in Webnovel，faster updates, better experience，Please click www . webnovel . com for visiting .
"I am just wasting your time," she said with a sigh . "You don't have to comfort me; I know my own abilities!"
Ling Han smiled . This beauty was eager to perform, but was not the type to cling blindly to her pride, which was something that he admired very much .
"Then let's continue!"
The trio continued their advance, and searched around in the cave for more than four hours . They dealt with over a dozen Lava Beasts, and obtained a great amount of Spiritual Meat . Furthermore, Shui Yanyu had a burst of good fortune, and actually found a Mountain River Stone in a crack in the wall .
"The lair of that Lava Beast should be right up ahead . There vaguely seems to be a frightening aura of intimidation spreading out from within . " Shui Yanyu pointed ahead with a finger, and asked, "Are you really going to take the risk?"
Ling Han nodded, and said, "I will not force myself . However, going in to steal the Mountain River Stone would probably startle the huge monster . It is not safe for the two of you to be here; go out immediately . "
Shui Yanyu pondered for a moment, and then said, "All right . You have to be careful!"