Black Journey to the West: The Imposter Star Lord

Chapter 85 Turning the Tables (Fourth update, 10,000 words daily, please vote)

Is it a magic weapon?

During this incense-grabbing event, many magical treasures can be borrowed through the Heavenly Net.

They can even rent high-grade magic weapons.

But how much power can the Foundation Establishment stage unleash?

Most probably don't even reach 10%, and might even exhaust their true energy, so most Foundation Establishment cultivators won't rent magic weapons; it's an extremely unprofitable deal.

But the human cultivator before him made the red-scaled python feel threatened.

This is a natural instinct as an animal. When you try to get close, this instinct is strongly stimulated, constantly warning you: Don't get close, don't get close, don't get close.

"Hiss hiss hiss~~~"

The red-scaled python nervously flicked its tongue, its eyes constantly scanning Cao Xing, trying to find the source of any threat it might be facing.

The unease in the red-scaled python intensified as its gaze fixed on Cao Xing's hand tucked into his robes.

Did you notice?

Seeing that the giant snake remained motionless and unwilling to approach, Cao Xing frowned. He was clutching the magical artifact left behind by Bai Yao – the Azure Gold Ruyi.

Although this thing is a low-grade magic weapon, it is a treasure that matches the Crimson Blood Scripture. Even though Cao Xing is only at the Foundation Establishment stage, he can unleash more than 50% of its power.

Even against a Golden Core cultivator, he was confident he could severely injure them with a single move.

If he can inflict a severe blow, and then use the Five Phases Dragon Transformation Technique, he might still have a chance of survival.

Of course, Cao Xing was confident because he had carefully examined the giant snake on the dark web using a high-level account.

At least a third of its magical power is absorbed by the fish scale on its back, so even a Golden Core demon would not be able to unleash its full power.

However, at this moment, the giant snake seemed to sense the danger and stared at him without moving. This stalemate made Cao Xing feel troubled.

"Fellow Daoist!!"

Just then, the water rippled, and a light, melodious sound came from above.

Cao Xing raised his eyelids. This giant snake couldn't speak, but it could communicate through mental power.

"Fellow Daoist, I have no ill intentions. I have only taken a liking to your extraordinary technique. If you are willing to teach me this technique, I am willing to form an alliance with you and help you succeed in seizing the incense."

Want my Five Phases Dragon Transformation Technique? You wish!

Cao Xing cursed inwardly. This Five Phases Dragon Transformation Technique was directly transmitted to me by the Heavenly Disc. I only know how to use it, how could I know how to transmit it?

Besides, if I were to pass it on, I would give it to my elder sister, not to you, you long worm? You are Bai Suzhen, and I am not Xu Xian; I don't have that spirit of selflessness.

"I'm sorry, I don't know how to teach."

A wisp of dark light flashed between Cao Xing's brows as he transmitted his voice using the spiritual power of the Pure Yuan Yin Spirit.

This answer seemed to be within the python's expectations. After a moment of silence, the python transmitted its voice again: "Fellow Daoist, this technique is not the Pure Yang Way. Could you perhaps have another master? Could you introduce me? I am willing to become your disciple."

This worm is still determined to steal.

Thinking of this, Cao Xing tried to impart his teachings: "My lineage cannot be spoken of, so please do not inquire further, fellow Daoist!"

Seeing that Cao Xing refused repeatedly, the red-scaled python became angry.

"If you're not going to talk, then die!"

After saying that, his thousand-meter-tall body suddenly rushed towards Cao Xing.

Cao Xing narrowed his eyes, a cold glint in them. Just as the giant snake drew near, Cao Xing suddenly pulled out the Azure Gold Ruyi from his robes.

Golden light flashed on the Ruyi, and as the Crimson Blood True Qi was injected, the gems on it suddenly burst forth with dense golden light, crashing down on the giant snake.

Although this magic weapon is of low grade, when combined with the Crimson Blood Scripture, it can unleash 50% of its power. Countless golden lights, like lightning, instantly enveloped the giant snake.

"Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!"

When Bai Yao used this treasure, it only produced sparks that hit Kui Mulang, and it couldn't break through Kui Mulang's physical defenses at all.

But it's a completely different story when it happens to the red-scaled serpent.

Instantly, its scales shattered, blood spurted out, and the great snake let out a mournful hiss in pain, suffering a severe blow in an instant.

This scene left the onlookers terrified.

[A magical artifact!! No wonder this kid is so confident; he has a magical artifact protecting him.]

[What's so special about magic treasures? Renting one in Tianluo only costs ten thousand taels of silver. The Fangguan Sect isn't short of money to afford it. It's just that he's only at the Foundation Establishment stage. How could he possibly unleash the power of a magic treasure to this extent?]

Could it be due to some special cultivation technique?

"hiss!!"

The red-scaled python flickered its tongue, its eyes flashing with murderous intent, and suddenly spat out a dark green scale.

The scales swelled in the wind, transforming into a shield-shaped magic weapon, its eerie light swirling, forcefully withstanding the remaining power of the Azure Gold Ruyi.

Although this item is a magical artifact, it is enhanced by the power of the Golden Elixir, so it does not break even after cracking for a while.

Seizing this brief opportunity, the giant red-scaled python blurred, its massive body splitting into countless snake shadows that pounced on Cao Xing from all directions.

Instantly, the entire underground river was churned up, with serpentine shadows surging like a tide, sealing off all escape routes.

"kill!"

Seeing this, Cao Xing's eyes revealed a ruthless glint. He unleashed the Five Phases Dragon Transformation Technique once more, drawing in the surrounding water vapor and causing it to gather wildly. Cao Xing's figure transformed into a ten-zhang-long water dragon, its scales and claws flying, roaring as it charged towards the swarm of snakes.

Wherever the water dragon passed, the surrounding air was chillingly cold, and huge ripples spread, forming a chaotic vortex that instantly swept up countless snake shadows and tore them to pieces.

Just then, a dark shadow suddenly tore through the water curtain and slammed into Cao Xing.

Ignoring the moisture surrounding Cao Xing, the dark figure rushed straight in.

"not good!"

Seeing this, Cao Xing unleashed the full power of his Golden and Silver Hands, throwing a powerful punch forward.

"Bang!"

Sparks flew everywhere, but Cao Xing felt as if his punch had hit cotton. Then his body tensed up as a three-meter-long snake coiled around him, wrapping around him again and again.

No matter how Cao Xing struggled, the giant snake seemed to have no bones.

Cao Xing felt a chill run through his body. Upon closer inspection, he realized that the giant snake was almost transparent and not a solid object. No matter how strong he was, the snake could change size at will, and he could not break free.

At that moment, all that could be heard was the giant snake's voice.

"I don't want to take your life, but this Dragon Transformation Technique is crucial to my life. Since you're unwilling to tell me, I can only ask you to do so."

Cao Xing was startled, and then felt a burning sensation all over his body.

"Don't be afraid, don't be afraid. This is something I specially learned from Xiliang, the Supreme Yin-Yang Technique. Fellow Daoist, just relax and leave everything to me. Just wait for me to take this technique, and I guarantee I will spare your life."

As they spoke, the giant snake suddenly tightened its grip, and Cao Xing immediately sensed something was wrong. Just as he was about to recite a secret incantation to save his life, he suddenly smelled a strange fragrance. He saw the giant snake exhaling peach-colored smoke from its mouth, which made Cao Xing feel dizzy.

"puff!!

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A customer still drinking tea in the teahouse spat out a mouthful of tea and cursed, "A demon! He really is a demon, shameless!"

The tea drinker who had been sprayed with tea was not annoyed. He wiped the water off his face with his sleeve and grinned mischievously. "Good, good, good. To die under a peony is to die a romantic death. This kid's death is not in vain."

"So, if this kid dies here, is it considered drowning, or—"

"Eek~~" Everyone hissed, their faces full of mischievous smiles.

Even the shopkeeper couldn't help but pick up his teacup and take a sip, then excitedly spammed three long and bold comments.

[Everyone, come quick! That kid at Shangfang Temple is about to be drained dry by the giant snake!]

[An ancient tale of mystery, a taboo between humans and demons!!]

I bet this kid won't last three minutes!!

The shopkeeper's barrage of comments was so intense that people who were originally watching other places were also drawn to his comments and turned their attention to Cao Xing.

[Oh my god, these Taoist priests at Shangfang Temple are too powerful! They're actually using snake demons for cultivation!]

[That Shangfang Temple, which prides itself on being a true Taoist sect, turns out to be this kind of true Taoist practice. Bah! It truly disgraces the true teachings of my Xuanmen sect.]

I believe that the Shangfang Temple is also a place that harbors filth and corruption.

The comments section was filled with playful banter.

But as they watched, some people gradually realized that something was wrong.

A tea drinker's smile gradually turned hesitant, and he slowly put down his teacup, saying, "Hey, wait a minute, this kid seems pretty proactive."

"Nonsense!" said the old man drinking tea. "The snake demon is clearly using the Yin-Yang Supreme Method from the Western Liang Women's Kingdom. This is a unique method of torture used by the Western Liang Women's Kingdom. You can't withstand it, you simply can't withstand it. In the end, not only will your lifespan and your cultivation level be drained, but also your inherited cultivation techniques will be absorbed."

"That's amazing??" Some people didn't believe it.

The old man sighed and said to everyone, "To be honest, three years ago I was doing business with someone when I got lost and was captured by three female patrol soldiers from the Western Liang Kingdom. That night, alas—"

Upon hearing this, a man standing nearby gave a thumbs up: "Old man, you're something else! Three female soldiers from Xiliang, and you can still come here for tea. You're still got it!"

The old man glanced at the other man with annoyance: "What old man? I'm only twenty-two years old this year. I have to hold onto the wall to pee. If it weren't for my good luck in being rescued by my brother, I would have been reduced to bones long ago."

Everyone: "————"

At this moment, a burst of crimson true energy suddenly erupted from Cao Xing's body. He slowly raised his head, his eyes filled with a fanatical red light, revealing a wolfish nature.

At this moment, the red-scaled python seemed to sense something was wrong and tried to break free from Cao Xing's body. However, Cao Xing's long hair spread out, and with the enhancement of the Crimson Blood True Qi, each strand of hair actively wrapped around the red-scaled python's body.

"Gurgle gurgle~~"

The surrounding river water was boiled by the crimson true energy, countless bubbles rolled, and the scene became blurred.

But the crowd could vaguely see that the red-scaled python coiled around Cao Xing was struggling, as if it could not break free, and it flicked its tongue, making a hoarse hissing sound underwater.