Little Sorcerer, Divine Doctor-Chapter 1017 - 169: Volcanic Lake

It was said that Yun Sheng was going to dissect Demon Beast corpses, and the summoners all showed disgusted expressions.

They are summoners, not butchers. Where did the Seventh Summoner find such a person? Judging by her skillful actions, she must have been a hunter before.

The Seventh Summoner was also desperate enough to seek help from such a woman to solve the issues in Demon Beast Forest.

The Seventh Summoner was amazed by what he saw, but he quickly realized that Yun Sheng’s dissection skills were quite unique. In merely half an hour, she had cleaned out an Eighth Rank Magical Beast from its fur to its viscera.

What was most remarkable was that she used Water Ice Magic during the dissection, ensuring that not a drop of blood was spilled throughout the process.

After dissecting, Yun Sheng discovered that the entire body of the Magic Beast Eagle had no internal wounds or any signs of magical attack. However, the liver and gallbladder’s color were normal, not appearing poisoned.

The heart of the Demon Beast was ruptured, showing signs of blood flow reversal. It seemed as if frightened to death suddenly.

Yun Sheng also heard from the Seventh Summoner that most of the beasts in Demon Beast Forest range from Sixth Rank to Ninth Rank, with only two or three Holy Beasts. Could some terrifying Demon Beast have entered the forest that scared an Eighth Rank Magical Beast to death?

"Well, Master Yan Yun, did you figure out how this Demon Beast died?" The Seventh Summoner asked anxiously beside him.

"I can’t determine the cause of death immediately; I think I need to take a look inside Demon Beast Forest," Yun Sheng could at least confirm that this beast did not die from sickness.

"Ha, thought you were impressive, but still couldn’t find out anything. Seventh Summoner, you’d better listen to us," scoffed some Cultivation Summoners who had been sidelined as they gleefully watched.

"Shut up, all of you. From now on, listen obediently to what Master Yan Yun says. The master wants to enter the forest, then follow her. It’s late today, tomorrow you will accompany her," the Seventh Summoner said irritably.

This group of good-for-nothings, first said the food of Demon Beasts was toxic, then the forest had poisonous gas; now they’re talking about the water source.

The summoned beasts listened with resentment, but Yun Sheng had a look of deep meaning as she gazed at Demon Beast Forest.

As dusk fell, the forest’s dense trees occasionally emitted sharp cries of birds.

At night, after the other summoners had fallen asleep, Yun Sheng rose alone, avoiding the sight of those keeping watch, and arrived at the entrance of Demon Beast Forest.

Above in the sky, a crescent moon hung like a scythe.

Yun Sheng began chanting, two summoning arrays flickering under her feet, a seductive Night Charm Queen and Centipede Ant General appeared before her.

They awaited Yun Sheng’s orders with respect.

"You must enter the forest by night, pay attention to every move within, and report back immediately if you find anything unusual," despite saying she would enter the forest tomorrow, Yun Sheng already had her own plans.

She wouldn’t wander aimlessly like those useless summoners; her summoned beasts were her best ears and eyes, capable of discovering anything happening in the forest.

A night passed, both the Night Charm Queen and Centipede Ant General returned with information.

But to Yun Sheng’s surprise, neither Night Charm Queen nor Centipede Ant General found any clues related to the Demon Beast’s death.

It’s at least certain that no ferocious foreign Demon Beast appeared in Demon Beast Forest, as Yun Sheng anticipated.

After listening, Yun Sheng felt the situation was a bit tricky.

It seems she’ll have to personally enter Demon Beast Forest to search for leads on the beast’s death.

However, when Yun Sheng found the summoners familiar with the forest’s terrain, none were willing to accompany her into the forest.

"You might not fear death, but we do; it’s Demon Beast Forest inside, full of wild Demon Beasts yet to be tamed, without Summoning Court patrol summoners, we won’t enter," the Cultivation Summoners shied away like they’d seen a ghost upon hearing Yun Sheng’s intentions.

Frustrated, Yun Sheng thought how they intended to find the cause of death just by guarding a few beast corpses—a reason why their investigation had remained fruitless for days.

"If you want to go, go yourself, don’t count on us to accompany you," the summoners grumbled.

Suddenly, one summoner said kindly, "Master Yan Yun, a word of advice, you might explore the forest’s lake; recently, most dead beasts are found near the volcanic lake entrance."

Volcanic Lake Entrance?

Yun Sheng doubted the summoners were genuinely kind, but if most beasts did die near the lake entrance, the cause might just be around there.

Yun Sheng then decided to first check the lake entrance, asked for the exact location of the Volcanic Lake Entrance, and ventured into Demon Beast Forest alone.

Watching as Yun Sheng disappeared into the dense forest, the summoners smirked with sinister smiles.

"Foolish person, truly investigates the volcanic lake, she’s doomed."

The Penglai’s Demon Beast Forest was like a tropical rainforest, with few traces of human presence amidst thriving woods and rare medicinal herbs.

Following the directions given by summoners, Yun Sheng moved onward.

Beside her, Little Black’s Holy Beast aura scared away many Mid-High Rank Demon Beasts along the way.

Descending into the forest further, the terrain rose, and Yun Sheng had reached the volcanic area of the forest; the air carried a scent of sulfur.

Arriving at the volcano’s mouth, the forest had come to an end, revealing a lake.

She suddenly saw a blue lake, its fresh mist granting Yun Sheng a refreshing feeling.

This lake was the most crucial freshwater resource in the forest.

Lakes formed at volcanic mouths are usually rich in various minerals, aiding the growth and reproduction of beasts drinking its waters.

Yet oddly to Yun Sheng, there were no signs of high-level beasts drinking nearby.

Yun Sheng leaned down to inspect the lake, the water was crystal clear; she tossed a stone in, causing splashes but hearing no echo, indicating the lake was far deeper than imagined.

At that moment, Yun Sheng noticed some footprints near the volcano lake entrance.

Could someone have been entering the volcanic lake during this period?

Yun Sheng pondered whether she should explore the volcanic lake.

"Danger! Don’t approach there!" Just as Yun Sheng stepped toward the lake, a person burst out from the other end.

~Happy Laba Festival to all~