Douluo: Man in the Endless World, Auspicious Beast of the Far North

Chapter 202

The Cloud Mist Steps truly lived up to their reputation as a unique movement technique. Even though he had just entered the minor mastery stage, Chu Muling felt as if he could appear and disappear without a trace, as if he had grown wings and could move with the wind beneath his feet.

"Although I've only just reached the minor mastery level, the Cloud and Mist Steps are indeed very useful!" Chu Muling exclaimed.

Jin Mo smiled. "That may be true, but it's only because there are relatively few advanced movement techniques on Earth these days. Although I don't know what kind of supernatural powers those holy lands in the universe possess, in their eyes, you are still just an ant."

Chu Muling nodded. "I know. The entire Earth is probably not even enough to fill their teeth. If I weren't the Holy Infant, they probably wouldn't even look at the Earth."

Jin Mo shook his head. "That's not necessarily true. Earth previously had a Holy Infant, which means that Earth can barely be considered a Holy Star. However, that's still too far off for you. Besides, although Earth has recovered, it's still just a recovery."

Chu Muling frowned, and suddenly, his footwork changed abruptly. The next moment, a fireball several meters long rushed towards him.

"A strange beast?!"

Chu Muling was shocked. There were actually strange beasts here? Were all the strange beasts in Mount Hua like this?
The newcomer was a giant crocodile, and remarkably, its body was covered in countless pustules formed from flames. Chu Muling felt nauseous at the sight.

"It seems to be a deeper mutation. Fortunately, its cultivation level isn't very high. Your Cloud Mist Steps are mainly based on mystery, which is perfect for dealing with such slow-moving beasts," said the Golden Demon.

Chu Muling nodded. Although this kind of strange beast was strong, he was not afraid of it now. He immediately used the Cloud and Smoke Step to turn around and bypass the crocodile.

The crocodile was surprised by the speed of the human in front of it. Flames surged from the pustules on its body, and in the next moment, several lines of fire shot out from the pustules.

"Fuck!"

Chu Muling couldn't help but curse, and immediately unleashed the Golden Demon Mighty Fist. The fist wind blew with golden light, and the punch slammed into the fire line, actually changing the direction of the fire line.

"Damn, it's so hot!" Chu Muling frowned, used the Cloud Smoke Step, and unleashed the Golden Demon Mighty Fist again, this time targeting the crocodile beast itself!
Chu Muling punched the crocodile's carapace, feeling a burning pain in his fist. The crocodile was merely sent flying, managing to regain its footing on the ground without serious injury.

"Damn, this guy is really tough and resilient. He can attack and he can withstand a lot of damage. If my cultivation level weren't only at the third level, I really wouldn't be able to deal with him!" Chu Muling said with a wry smile.

With a flick of his wrist, a black dagger appeared in his hand. Chu Muling's eyes turned cold. "Since my fists aren't enough, then let me show you what my blade can do!"

With a sudden stomp of his toes, Chu Muling charged forward with all his might, his black dagger piercing the crocodile's eye like a sharp spike.

The crocodile immediately sensed a tremendous threat, opened its blood-red maw, and revealed a huge abscess within. The abscess throbbed, as if it were gathering strength to unleash a fireball!
Chu Muling's pupils contracted sharply. If he were hit by its attack, he would be half dead, if not killed!
"Roar!"

Under intense sense of crisis, Chu Muling's blood boiled again, and he roared. The crocodile seemed to be suppressed and dared not move at all.

Just then, Chu Muling's black dagger arrived.

A dagger plunged into the crocodile's throat, and blood spurted out, soaking Chu Muling.

"That feeling is back." Feeling the surge in his blood, Chu Muling suddenly drew his dagger, and the crocodile died instantly.

Ignoring the bloodstains on his body, Chu Muling quickly activated his Qi-guiding technique, instantly drawing in a rich aura. He felt his bones and muscles strengthen further.

"Let's go."

After taking a few breaths, Chu Muling felt much more refreshed. He sheathed his dagger and prepared to continue his journey.

"Wait a minute, since this crocodile has evolved to this level, it might have some good stuff inside." Jin Mo suddenly said. Chu Muling turned around and scratched his head. "Really? It's just a crocodile, how much could it evolve to? Could there be some treasure inside?"

"Maybe it really is!" The Golden Demon smiled slightly, and with a flick of its ox hoof, an incredibly powerful gust of wind tore the crocodile's flesh apart. In an instant, bursts of red light filled the air, and a pungent, fishy smell wafted through the air.

"Damn, this stinks!" Chu Muling frowned and covered his nose.

"What do you know? Look at this crocodile bone, it's completely red! It's not just a simple red with white streaks. If this crocodile bone were refined using some unique technique, it could be used to create a magnificent treasure! And the treasure would even have a flame effect," Jin Mo said. "Really? Then this big piece of bone must be..." Chu Muling's eyes lit up immediately.

“We can’t remove them all. We just need to find the most valuable parts,” said the Golden Demon. “In my opinion, these few ribs will suffice.”

Chu Muling nodded, and golden light immediately enveloped his hands. "In that case, I will make my move."

"Be careful, there will be high temperature on these ribs," Jin Mo warned.

As expected, when Chu Muling grabbed the ribs, he felt a burning heat in his palms. He gritted his teeth and refused to pull his hands back. Instead, the golden light became even more intense.

"Kacha!"

The sound of bones separating rang out, and moments later, several crocodile ribs were put into the stone box.

"As for this flesh and blood, it will be of great help to you. When your cultivation level improves in the future, I have a method that requires the flesh and blood of such exotic beasts."

With a wave of his hand, the Golden Demon absorbed the crocodile's flesh and blood into his body.

"Alright, there's not much left of this crocodile. As for the crocodile skin, the quality isn't good enough, so it's not very useful. Let's keep going!"

Chu Muling nodded, used the Cloud and Mist Steps, and continued walking into the mountain.

Meanwhile, atop Mount Hua not far away, several major forces and the strange beasts were locked in a standoff.

"Something's not right. These strange beasts don't seem to be after the treasures inside; they seem more like they're protecting something inside."

Lin Shiyu stood in the crowd. Although her cultivation level was not high enough to participate in the battle, as a top student from university, she had sharp eyes and a clever mind, and immediately noticed that something was wrong.

"You mean, there's something here... even more powerful than that rare treasure? And something that these strange beasts fear and help protect?"

Chu Tianxiong had obviously thought of this as well, and at this moment, the major forces all showed expressions of disbelief.

“These strange beasts alone are enough for us to deal with. Once that thing is born, I'm afraid it will require the inner disciples of my Sword Palace to handle it! But how easy is it for inner disciples to come out?” Elder Jiang of the Sword Palace also had a solemn expression.

"In conclusion, it seems we haven't gained much from this trip to Mount Hua. Gentlemen, the Chu family will take our leave now."

Chu Tianxiong was a shrewd man. He was clearly unwilling to gamble with his subordinates and the Jiaohai Sect, so he immediately retreated and left with his group of people.

Song Wenzhu pondered for a moment, then nodded to the Tai Chi Master, "In that case, my Song family will not participate. Farewell!"

After saying that, the Song family followed closely behind the Chu family and quickly left.

"What, is your niece Lin still tempted by that treasure? The Chu and Song families have already left, there's no use for us staying here. Let's go, at worst we won't get it." Wang Hai smiled as he looked at Lin Shiyu, who was still staring into the depths of Mount Hua.

"Since even Uncle Wang Hai has said so, Elder Jiang, let's go."

Lin Shiyu smiled slightly, and Elder Jiang nodded, "It's a real pity that we couldn't finish off Chu Muling here. I hope he won't provoke my Sword Palace again, or I will tear him to pieces!"

After saying this, everyone turned and left, and at that moment, the fog completely dissipated!

Lin Shiyu sighed, and looked back one last time. "Mu Ling, I know you're in there, but this time, you really can only rely on luck!"

(End of this chapter)