Full-Time Magister: I Had No Intention of Reaching the Dimensional Throne

Chapter 383 Bamboo Forest Cat

A blue, translucent spirit was absorbed into the Soul Refining Pot by Bai Mo, and at the same time, the void arena vanished instantly.

The enormous body of the Brightlight Demon Butterfly reappeared where it had just disappeared. Its massive body was still gushing hot blood, but it had lost all vitality and was falling helplessly downwards!

In an instant, the entire battlefield fell silent. The death of the monarch was tantamount to the death of the commander-in-chief of both armies before the battle, which undoubtedly had a huge impact on both sides!

After a moment of silence, a huge cheer erupted from the city wall, followed by an even stronger and larger magical aura.

Humanity launched an even fiercer counterattack and resistance, while the butterfly demons that filled the entire eastern world were experiencing a panic that spread like a virus.

The news of the monarch's death and the king's fall was spread by the demonic butterflies at an extremely fast speed to their companions in all directions.

The butterfly fairies, who had been marching forward in an orderly fashion, suddenly became like headless flies, stumbling around in all directions in a chaotic mess, led by a series of leader-level Phantom Swallowtails!

At the very center, the butterfly demons surrounding Bai Mo and the others were long gone. Of the original thirty-six butterfly demons that guarded their monarch, twelve had died in the short time that had passed.

The remaining creatures immediately flapped their wings and fled the moment they saw Bi Baimo kill the Bright Light Demon Butterfly Monarch.

"Clean up the battlefield and scatter the demons!"

A military order was issued by Director Zhu and its message was relayed to every corner of the West Gate.

"Skyhawk Mage Corps, give chase!"

The celestial eagle mage, who was originally there to guard the city gates and prevent demons from attacking it, immediately issued a command.

"We won! We actually succeeded in beheading them!" Someone exclaimed joyfully, and casually lit a firework with the Heavenly Flame Funeral, burning a large number of butterfly demons.

"Haha, now I'll have something to brag about when I get back. I survived the Bloody Alert!"

Someone shouted excitedly, it was unbelievable that a blood-red alert, which was supposed to be full of bones, had already seen a counterattack so quickly.

"It feels like a dream. Just now, I sent the will back."

"That's right, that's the Blood Alert. Last time it happened, an entire city was almost wiped out."

"Hehe, brother, you wouldn't believe it, but we've met a benefactor today!" A young monk who ran a fortune-telling stall chuckled and continued:

"I have some skills. I overheard a few conversations. Today, a lot of military mages were supposed to die, and even this West Gate might have been breached. But, by chance, someone came along."

"So, this is the person who handled the security situation?"

The monk clicked his tongue. "It can't be said that it was just him alone. The military mages also put in a lot of effort and risked their lives. This person is Bai Mo, the chief judge of Xinghuo.com. He even won the National Championship a while ago. He's already at the Super-Tier level now, isn't that amazing!"

"Oh, him? No wonder. I saw a short video the other day saying that Xinghuo.com only knew how to fight amongst themselves, but it seems that's not the case."

The crimson light of the warning gradually dimmed, and the pursuing force had returned.

Although not all the butterfly fairies were killed, the many military mages still managed to vent their anger.

Bai Mo didn't do much. The light-type ability of the Bright Light Demon Butterfly Monarch was very special. He dissected it and obtained a strange bone.

According to his estimation, it would be quite good whether it was made into a winged magical artifact, an armored magical artifact, or an augmentation magical artifact.

Since Jiang Shaoxu was the only one in the group who cultivated the light element, this item was given to her.

Following the group of military mages back, in the hall, Director Zhu suddenly remembered what the job Xinghuo.com specifically did and couldn't help but ask:

"Brother Bai, what case are you here in Jinling to handle? Tell me, and I guarantee no one will dare to stop you."

Bai Mo smiled, then waved his hand and explained:

"Director Zhu, you misunderstand. We're not here to investigate anyone. I have other business to attend to in the Misty Forest and just happen to be passing through Jinling."

"I see. I wonder if there's anything I can do to help, Brother Bai. If you're not in a hurry, stay in Jinling for a couple of days so I can show you some hospitality and let the people of Jinling thank you, my benefactor."

Director Zhu is serious and earnest in battle, but when he speaks, he has a lot of eloquence.

Shaking his head, Bai Mo had no intention of showing off in front of others.

"Thank you, Director Zhu. We are pressed for time and cannot stay any longer. If possible, could you please provide us with detailed information about the Misty Forest and the Everlasting Swallowtail Butterfly Tribe?"

"I have this here, I'll go get it," said Chief of Staff Qian, who had been quiet and hadn't spoken.

Seeing this, Director Zhu laughed and didn't insist. He was upright and had nothing to fear, but if Bai Mo were really left in Jinling for a few days, some guys would get restless.

Chief of Staff Qian quickly delivered the intelligence. After receiving the intelligence, Bai Mo led Ding Yumin and the others to a place to stay. They first reviewed the situation in the Misty Forest and the Light Butterfly Tribe, and then took the opportunity to recover from the battle.

Bai Mo never thinks he has too much intelligence; a small piece of information might just be the key to saving his life at a crucial moment.

"Look, this is a map showing the changes in the forests of southwest Nanjing over the past century. The disappearance of bamboo forests and the growth of misty forests were almost simultaneous," Mu Nujiao said, pointing to the two maps.

"It really is true. According to Nan Jue's intelligence, the founder of the Nan family seems to have come here a hundred years ago. Could it be that he opened something?"

Jiang Shaoxu nodded and offered a further guess, "If that's the case, then our target this time is definitely correct."

At this moment, Ding Yumin took out a map showing the distribution of bamboo forests and slowly said:

"The Illusion Tree in the Misty Forest has a slight light distortion and a mind-psychedelic effect, which are almost combined."

However, the combined effect of the tens of thousands of hectares of Illusionary Light Trees creating a powerful illusion of light and shadow, as well as a mental distortion, was too strong for Shaoxu and me to sustain unimpeded movement through the forest.

"However, in recent years, hunters have discovered areas where bamboo forests exist, unaffected by the Illusionary Light Tree. The southwest corner of the entire Illusionary Light Forest has the most bamboo forest, and we can enter from there."

"Okay, then it's decided." Bai Mo immediately agreed.

The four of them discussed their departure arrangements for tomorrow and what they needed to be careful about in the Misty Forest.

The military's information was more detailed and provided them with many reminders.

The tribal territory was not so easy to invade, so Bai Mo temporarily strengthened himself during his nighttime cultivation.

He first used the more than one thousand spirit essences he had seized during the pursuit of the butterfly demon army today, combined with the amount he had accumulated in the desert, to enhance his wind-type super-tier magic.

Then, the essence of a monarch-level demon was used to feed the Divine Dust Tiger.

Da Ju has been sleeping more and more lately, and Bai Mo feels that he might be about to advance in rank.

The group set off immediately the next morning.

Without disturbing anyone, they made their way to the southwest of the Misty Forest. In the vast sea of ​​trees, finding a bamboo grove that was even slightly larger was no easy task.

The group had prepared themselves for some wasted time, but it turned out to be quite easy.

The bamboo grove was located beside a small river, and there were quite a few tents pitched along the riverbank, seemingly belonging to some hunters.

They immediately approached and stepped inside.

"Stop!" Just then, a figure emerged from behind the tent.

Immediately afterwards, the seven or eight tents were opened one after another, and more than a dozen men and women emerged, all dressed as hunter mages.

"Hey bro, wanna go in and make some money?"

Several people stood in a row in front of Bai Mo and his group of four, completely blocking their way.

"He brought three women with him before he started, he must have been looking for excitement inside."

A woman dressed in a seductive manner glanced at Ding Yumin and her two companions and gave a soft snort.

"What are you doing? Get out of the way!" Jiang Shaoxu wasn't going to waste words with these thugs who were staring at her all over, and she shouted directly.

"What are you doing?" The man with the buzz cut, who was in the lead, glared at Jiang Shaoxu with his triangular eyes.

He reached out and gestured, indicating a bamboo grove.

"This! We brothers have fallen into this trap, but we'll get through it, hehe~" He chuckled and rubbed his fingers together.

"If you don't have money, you can always use your body as payment, right? Hahaha!"

"How can you act like this, befitting your status as hunters?!" Mu Nujiao demanded sharply.

"Identity? What's that? Everyone else gets it, why shouldn't you? If you don't give it to them, then go somewhere else!"

The man with the triangular eyes spat. "You really think you're something special, lecturing me like that? If you don't have money, get lost, or don't blame us for being impolite!"

As he spoke, he unleashed his powerful aura as a high-level, fully-cultivated cultivator, and his underlings, seeing this, also displayed their high-level cultivation levels.

There are all sorts of people in the world. Bai Mo was speechless. As soon as he took a step, the triangular-eyed people felt as if a mountain was pressing down on their hearts, and their bodies involuntarily prostrated themselves on the ground.

They ignored the unconscious men and headed straight into the bamboo forest.

As for their lives, that's up to fate.

The bamboo in the bamboo forest is ordinary green bamboo, but it is these bamboos that can block the powerful light and shadow of the Illusion Tree and its mind-altering effects.

Butterfly fairies do not like to inhabit places without light and shadow.

There seem to be quite a few people walking here, and a small path is already faintly visible in the mountains.

The group then followed the country path inwards, and after about a mile or two, the bamboo forest began to thin out.

Bai Mo detected the sound waves and found the bamboo thicket extending into the forest. The group then followed the sparse bamboo thicket inwards.

But they hadn't gone very far when the bamboo disappeared, so the group had no choice but to reveal themselves.

"Hidden Heart!"

Ding Yumin immediately pointed her finger, casting a layer of mental magic to minimize the presence of the four people. Bai Mo also immediately used spatial movement to pull everyone into the inner space.

As soon as they entered, they hadn't taken more than a few steps when the void around them rippled, and they came out again.

"What happened?" Ding Yumin asked curiously, as he had never seen Bai Mo's move automatically withdrawn before.

"Space travel takes place in an inner space very close to the surface space. If the surrounding magical fluctuations become too intense, it will force us to leave. The combined power of these Illusionary Light Trees is too great, causing the magic to be broken."

Bai Mo shook his head, and a diamond-like starlight flashed in his hand, immediately opening another spatial entrance.

"I'll reinforce the outer walls of the space; that should be fine. Let's move on."

The group quickly disappeared into the inner space, where they could not use magic, so their speed was not very fast.

However, the advantage is that the inner space will not be detected by demons, but what is frustrating is that the effects of mental confusion and light distortion still need to be resisted and overcome.

At the same time, they also need to be careful when passing some Phantom Swallowtails of the Commander rank.

These demons naturally possessed powerful energy fluctuations, so the group would avoid them if they encountered such a situation.

Everyone understood where they were and what they were going to do. If they disturbed a leader, it would be the same as disturbing a thousand Everbright Swallowtails nearby.

If they don't intend to return the way they came, then they're practically going to oppose the entire demon tribe.

Therefore, when caution is needed, no one will object, no matter how troublesome it may be.

The entire mountain forest covers an area of ​​nearly a thousand kilometers, and Weishan Lake is located in the center of this vast, uninhabited area.

Although they traveled smoothly without any obstacles, even with the stamina of a super-level mage, excluding the time spent replenishing supplies and replenishing mana along the way, they had only covered a little over a hundred kilometers by evening.

"We've now fully entered the Misty Forest. We won't move any further tonight; we'll find a place to rest."

Bai Mo could also see that the others were tired; in fact, he was tired too.

The four discussed it and Bai Mo used sound-based detection to find a large tree where a phantom butterfly ruled. Then Ding Yumin directly used mind magic to control its spirit.

The group decided to stay overnight at the leader's house, taking into account the secrecy of their operation. The leader's memory would be erased the next morning before they set off.

The night passed relatively peacefully, but a few mirage butterflies came to court them. Would the group agree? They simply told everyone to pretend to be asleep.

They continued on like this until three days later, when Bai Mo, who was washing up on the butterfly's head and observing the surroundings, spat a mouthful of mouthwash onto the butterfly's head.

Only in this place where the commander resides, where the surrounding area is relatively open, can the soldiers feel more relaxed and at ease, as they dare not come near unless necessary.

The further in you go, the thicker the fog becomes, formed by the condensation of light within the misty forest.

The mental and visual distortions experienced by the individuals were thus amplified.

But that's not the most terrifying thing, because they can block it. The most terrifying thing is the chaotic light tide.

This is a special kind of elemental danger, much like the swirling winds of the Qinling Mountains.

Aside from the Qinling Feathered Demons, all other creatures within the Soaring Wind will suffer severe injuries or even die.

The Chaotic Light Tide can be seen as the swirling wind of this forest; once it arrives, its terrifying mental power will confuse the minds of all the creatures in the forest.

Some will become extremely aggressive, while others will become extremely lustful.

The propagation and partial extinction of the Light Butterfly tribe are inextricably linked to this chaotic light tide.

Amidst the confusion of light and shadow and the confusion of the mind, you have no idea who you're going to do or what you're going to do.

Perhaps this is also the secret to the expansion of the Misty Forest. Every time the Chaotic Light Tide occurs, many demons die, nourishing the forest's growth.

When Bai Mo saw the leaves of the Illusionary Light Tree begin to shimmer rhythmically, and the misty light floating in the air was ignited like flames, burning and making the entire forest seem to be on fire, filled with intense radiance, he knew that the Chaotic Light Tide had returned!

The light surges varied in size, and it's unclear how long this one would last.

The thought flashed through his mind, and there was no need to hide it anymore. He directly unleashed his mental power, killing all the Everlasting Swallowtails that had gathered around him.

At the same time, he shouted, "Quick! Come over here!"

The last time they experienced the mind-altering power of the Chaotic Light Tide, even Ding Yumin could not perfectly shield them or take care of them.

Moreover, the location where the Phantom Butterfly resides is extremely unsafe amidst the chaotic light tide.

Those warrior-level creatures would always unconsciously gravitate towards it, and upon seeing humans, their emotions would immediately turn into desire and bloodlust.

Fortunately, the last time it was just a small-scale disturbance of the mind and the tide, which they managed to overcome.

Unexpectedly, a new wave of chaotic light arrived so quickly.

They need to find a secluded place, preferably with bamboo growing there.

Jiang Shaoxu and the others were already moving closer to Bai Mo, but the impact of this Chaotic Heart Light Tide seemed to be particularly significant.

They had barely appeared when Jiang Shaoxu and Mu Nujiao were already affected.

A noticeable flush appeared on their faces, their previously serious expressions instantly transforming into gentle, spring-like eyes. Their gazes, like those of peach blossoms spanning three thousand miles, were fixed intently on Bai Mo, which seemed abnormal, and their steps began to slow.

"Mindscape - Forbidden God!"

Ding Yumin unleashed her strongest mental power, a layer of mental shackles trapping the three people's minds and firmly sealing off their churning emotions.

It was as if a cold autumn wind had swept through Mu Nujiao and Jiang Shaoxu's minds, and their emotions immediately returned to normal, prompting them to quickly move closer to Bai Mo.

Just then, the portal opened wide, and diamond dust scattered amidst a golden light, so inconspicuous.

On the back of the sleeping Phantom Butterfly, Bai Mo and his companions had vanished. Spatial fluctuations flickered continuously throughout the forest of light.

When he hadn't managed to escape the range of the chaotic light tide even after traveling ten kilometers, Bai Mo immediately chose to give up and instead focused all his efforts on using his sound system to search for traces of the bamboo thicket.

However, they had now arrived in the middle of a forest, and even with his sound detection range set to maximum, he only found three green bamboos growing in different places.

With a flash of silver light, Bai Mo's figure disappeared and reappeared three times, bringing back three green bamboos uprooted from the ground.

"Jiaojiao, if we plant it around us, can we use plant magic to make more grow?"

"It's possible, but I don't know if it will be effective." Mu Nujiao nodded, and silver-green light spots immediately surged from her body.

Then, three green bamboos automatically planted in the soil, and on the surrounding ground, mounds of earth continued to rise, with lush bamboo shoots breaking through the soil and growing into green bamboo stalks at an extremely fast speed.

Before long, a bamboo forest covering 30 meters was formed.

Ding Yumin and Jiang Shaoxu weren't idle either. Using the bamboo forest as a base, they began constructing a mind-concealing array. Their aim was to make the surrounding demons subconsciously ignore this place.

Those butterfly fairies were all being driven mad, and it was easy to successfully exert mental influence at this time.

After completing their precautions, the four of them sat down in the open space in the very center.

"These bamboos should be useful, right?" Jiang Shaoxu asked.

Mu Nujiao shook her head slightly, trying her best to stop thinking about anything.

"I don't know. This method was something we came up with last time, since no one has tried to go deep into this place before."

"Hmm. I wonder how long this chaotic wave of light will last." Jiang Shaoxu muttered, then heard Ding Yumin speak up:

"It won't be short. Judging from the speed at which you're affected, this wave of chaotic light is much larger than the one we encountered the day before yesterday. Concentrate and calm your minds, don't have too many distracting thoughts, otherwise I won't be able to suppress you for long."

Mind-based mages usually concentrate their energy on one person when performing mind magic.

Jiang Shaoxu and Mu Nujiao are both super-level mages. Although their mental strength is not particularly strong, it is still above average.

She couldn't just use magic to subdue the two of them as easily as she would deal with ordinary henchmen.

"Why don't we tie you two up with a rope? That way we won't have to worry about you doing anything out of line," Bai Mo suggested.

Upon hearing this, the three girls exchanged glances, then looked at him sideways, and said in unison:

"We're worried about you!"

"If you do anything outrageous, even Sister Yu Mian can't stop you," Mu Nu Jiao said, pointing her finger at the ground, where a section of silver vine transformed into a rope.

"With his spatial cultivation, he can't be bound by ropes," Ding Yumin said quietly.

"Uh..." Bai Mo was somewhat speechless; it seemed to make sense. However, he still wanted to defend himself a bit:

"How could that be? With my level seven mental strength and Yu Mian's protection, I can't be fooled. Don't worry, don't overthink it."

How could he possibly do something like sleeping with two women on the same bed and having one on each side?

There's simply no way to meet those conditions right now. This place is so dangerous. What if we wake up the next day to find ourselves surrounded by demons and monsters? That would be terrible.

Although Jiang Shaoxu and Mu Nujiao were not entirely reassured upon hearing this, they chose to trust Bai Mo based on his strength.

The chaotic light tide did not stop until nightfall, and Ding Yumin no longer had any mind-based magic to suppress Mu Nujiao and the other person.

As for Bai Mo, just as he said, under the spiritual power of the seventh level, Ding Yumin's protection was only an auxiliary role and did not waste much power.

Moreover, in addition to the mental protection given by Ding Yumin, he also has the powerful mental protection effect from the Origin Heavenly Wind, as well as the mental barrier of the Void Illusion Armor.

"Yu Mian, take a rest and recover your magical energy."

Bai Mo noticed that Ding Yumin was quite exhausted and asked with concern. Ding Yumin saw the worry on his face, smiled gently, and nodded in agreement.

"Don't do anything reckless."

"Don't worry, I'll remain unmoved!" he said immediately.

Of course he wouldn't do anything reckless, but Jiaojiao, who couldn't control herself, insisted on leaning against him, and he had no choice.

So what if I lean on it? It's not a big deal, and it's quite soft anyway.

Before long, Jiang Shaoxu couldn't take it anymore and leaned over in a daze.

Bai Mo was powerless to do anything; Jiao Jiao was holding him and he couldn't escape!

What should we do?

Fortunately, Jiang Shaoxu is just leaning on him. Hey, hey, where are you putting your head?

With a thought, Bai Mo immediately moved Jiang Shaoxu to the other side.

Before long, he felt himself surrounded by female hooligans, whose four hands kept groping his body, making him very uncomfortable.

He glanced at Ding Yumin, who was meditating with her eyes closed, so does this count as a current offense?

You two little cats who steal fish.

Before long, the kitten seemed ready to do something even more outrageous.

They actually want to eat fish!

Bai Mo quickly knocked Jiang Maomao unconscious and then led the shepherd cat to a hearty meal.

Then restrain the cat and stop her from causing trouble.

But the restrictions seem a bit cruel, so let Mu Maomao and Jiang Maomao do whatever they want.

He can pretend he didn't see it.

I had just finished making arrangements when I turned around and met a pair of eyes as calm as a still lake.

Bai Mo was a little exasperated, and reasonably argued, "Ahem, it's not like I was sitting on someone's lap."

"Heh~" Ding Yumin sneered. Bone claws emerged from the ground and handcuffed the two misbehaving girls to the ground.

Then she turned her head, tilted her body, and closed her eyes.

Taking two steps closer, Bai Mo blinked, sensing that the surroundings were safe, and then directly hugged him.

"Can you smell vinegar?"

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"Are you angry? How about I tell you a story?"

The person in his arms stirred, but Bai Mo remained still and continued, "Once upon a time, there was a vinegar jar with a very upturned mouth. Some people thought it was unsightly, wondering how such a high mouth could be lowered. Then a brilliant person came up with an idea: the vinegar jar would lower itself if touched. Guess how it was touched?"

Ding Yumin remained silent, and Bai Mo ignored her, lowering his head to kiss her.

"That's how it happened."

Bai Mo felt that he was not good at telling stories, because it took him a while to put the spilled vinegar jar back on its proper place.

(End of this chapter)