Chapter 410: Chapter 211: Joint Assassination! Poison-Repelling Pearl (Part 2)

Hence, the group became even more cautious, instinctively avoiding the black water shooting down from all around.

The intensity of the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede’s assault suddenly weakened significantly.

As the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede’s body rolled out entirely from the poisonous pool, it became visible. This gigantic centipede stretched over ten zhang long and about two meters wide, its form massively huge. Its jet-black rhomboid scales, resembling dragon scales, gleamed with a black iron luster on its body.

Along its sides were claws like blades, each one as sharp as honed swords, slicing through the air with a piercing sound.

This majestic, fierce, and powerful giant centipede was now encircled and attacked from all sides, appearing somewhat pitiable.

Its massive body was directly enveloped by the Imprisonment Array, with attacks from five Purple Mansion Cultivators crashing against it like waves, leaving deep indelible scars.

Due to the suddenness of the ambush, the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede had no time to react, leaving it in a decidedly disadvantageous position.

With preparation against the unprepared, a few Purple Mansion Cultivators attacked simultaneously. Even a formidable Heaven and Earth Exotic Species like the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede could only suffer numerous wounds, struggling to fight back.

Roar!

Suddenly, the silent roar of the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede erupted like a storm, spreading outwards from its center in all directions.

The terrifying sound waves swiftly radiated outwards, impacting the eardrums of everyone present. In that instant, everyone felt their Heart Spirit shaken; this creature could perform a Spirit Attack.

The attacks in hand faltered, as the winds and clouds around stirred once again, already thrown into turmoil by the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede.

Then, like an unexpected call, it caught everyone off guard.

From the Black Water Pool, countless black venomous centipedes crawled out, like a swarming ant horde, covering the sky. All were equipped with tiny, translucent wings and charged like racing bullets toward the figures in mid-air.

These venomous centipedes were clearly the offspring of the Dragon Centipede, some reaching one or two meters long, and some only an inch or two. But their bodies were as hard as metal, moving as fast as lightning, and their fanged mouths could crush steel. This sudden surge was like a massive black fog, shocking to behold.

"Careful!"

Underneath the Si Snake mask, Wei Xu spoke up, though he seemed overly focused, exerting himself to control the Void Array, ensuring the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede below could not escape.

Among them, he took the ultimate outcome most seriously. Although he tried to evade the numerous centipede assaults, he failed to notice the slightly golden exotic centipedes appearing as golden streaks beneath him.

They opened their sharp teeth, spewing out foul black water at him.

In an instant, Chen Long Zheng Yi reacted, swiftly wielding the immense Power of the Five Elements to repel the army of centipedes before him.

Simultaneously, he struck quickly, his palm turning downwards, a strong torrent of Yin Yang Qi flowing. His large hand pressed down, forming a giant Yin Yang Tai Chi Diagram.

The black water did not reach Wei Xu’s body but was worn down by the Yin Yang Qi. Meanwhile, the overwhelming power surged forth like a tide, releasing Five Elements Particles. Like Five Elements Flying Swords piercing through, the few centipedes opening their mouths were instantly sliced into countless pieces.

"Thank you!"

Si Snake Wei Xu shifted, the array shifting and changing. As the array controller, he could manipulate the surrounding distortions at will, immediately standing by Zheng Yi’s side.

Witnessing the earlier scene, even Wei Xu was startled and expressed his gratitude to Zheng Yi.

These centipedes were highly venomous, especially those golden centipedes of unknown origin. When their black water fell onto other centipedes, it dissolved them silently, rapidly turning them into a puddle of melting black water.

If that venom had fallen on him, it would not have taken his life; however, being completely focused on controlling the array, he could have easily let the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede escape.

If that happened, the situation would be dire.

The other Purple Mansion Cultivators, Zi Rat, Chou Ox, Yin Tiger, and Mao Rabbit, were also simultaneously besieged by a large number of centipedes, creating a chaotic scene.

"Not good, the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede is escaping!" 𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮

Just then, Si Snake Wei Xu let out a deep cry.

He felt a massive impact, like an overpowering tide sweeping in. The gigantic Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede, akin to a crimson Flood Dragon, gathered its Inner Core, releasing a huge energy source that disrupted the control of the entire Imprisonment Array.

Meanwhile, its enormous body slammed harshly against the boundary. Wei Xu, momentarily careless, allowed it to find a gap, causing a flaw in the array.

The Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede, seizing the opportunity to catch its breath, let out a dragon-like roar. Its twelve semi-transparent wings vibrated, and despite its heavily wounded body, it turned agilely like a Flood Dragon, swimming toward the depths of the poisonous pool.

In truth, it was a desperate move, wounding the enemy a thousand times while sacrificing eight hundred of its own.

Living in the poisonous pool, the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede had a strong resistance to toxins. By forcibly using its Inner Core to break the array, it gained a breathing space, but the backfire also injured its essence.

Additionally, compared to its outer shell, the beast’s internal resistance was weaker. Under the ongoing siege by Zheng Yi and others, its injuries meant entering the poisonous pool also subjected it to some toxicity.

But compared to being besieged by Chou Ox and others outside and being beaten to death, escaping into the poisonous pool was a way out.

Boom!

The Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede fled its massive body like a Flood Dragon, crashing into the poisonous pool.

Its massive body swung side to side, quickly disappearing into the black water, vanishing without a trace in an instant.

Moments later, the countless minions summoned by the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede were completely slaughtered by the Purple Mansion Cultivators.

Staring at the gradually calming Black Water Pool, the air suddenly turned silent.

Anyone could see the dreadful nature of this toxic pond; a mere splash of black water could penetrate magical power and corrode the flesh.

If the entire pool below was filled with such black water, even a Purple Mansion Cultivator would face immense risk.

Descending was easy, but rising again was not so simple.

For the resources promised by Wei Xu, was this risk worth taking? It was still a question.

They could not afford to hesitate. Typically, reaching the level of Purple Mansion meant being a high-level figure in one’s faction, enjoying a long lifespan, or even having the chance to ascend higher, usually avoiding personal risks.

But this time, the price offered by Wei Xu was simply too tempting, even for a Purple Mansion Cultivator who couldn’t refuse.

Zheng Yi quietly observed the crowd. Compared to the others, he possessed the Little Five Elements Yin Yang Dao Embryo, with seventy-two Talisman Seeds within his Blood Talisman Body, including an Antitoxic Rune Seed. Though these toxins were terrifying, they were still within his tolerable range.

"There’s nothing more to say. We’ve all taken a Celestial Dao Oath, so let’s hurry and kill the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede, then leave here."

Chou Ox was the first to speak, the tall man beneath the mask said.

"With our combined strength, even delving into this Black Water Pool, given the Dao Practice of the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede, it’s practically impossible for it to threaten all of our lives at once..."

The others didn’t object. After all, they had all taken a Celestial Dao Oath. If they violated the oath and quit halfway, not only would they fail to secure the promised resources from Wei Xu, but they’d also offend this Array Master.

Moreover, quitting halfway would truly be a pity. This could lead to Heart Demons or Heavenly Dao backlash, which would be a significant cost.

Most importantly, although the Twelve-winged Celestial Fire Dragon Centipede was ferocious, the Black Water Pool was by no means a dragon’s lair or tiger’s den. The risks remained within a controllable range, not enough to deter them.

"Everyone, worry not. I have a few Antitoxic Pearls here, refined at great cost, which can keep us safe as we pass through the poisonous pool."

Speaking, Si Snake Wei Xu reached out, taking out several quail egg-sized white pearls, tossing them over one by one.