Chapter 12 - Constellation Demon Wolf
Just as the Draconic Realm was separated into nine stages, Long Chen knew that demonic beasts were also classified according to nine stages. All five of the Devil Groundhounds were at least Category 4 Yellow-tier. Each of them was stronger than Long Chen.
Ling Xi also told him before that the Moon Devouring Wolf was a being that exceeded even the Category 9 beasts!
Long Chen saw the five Devil Groundhounds celebrating that the demonic ginseng had entered their territory.
Five Devil Groundhounds. They’re each stronger than I am, but I have my Constellation Body. If I launch a surprise attack and steal the demonic ginseng, my chances of succeeding are pretty good. But then, the Devil Groundhounds would chase me and cause a massive commotion. There’s no way I could exit the Desolate Beastlands alive if that happens.
But if I don’t take a risk, I will not have the qualifications to fight anyone in the Family Meeting.
Whatever, dying here is better than living as a coward.
Long Chen's eyes were cold as he stood. Ling Xi immediately stopped him and whispered. “Idiot! Do you not cherish your life? There’s an abundance of spiritual herbs in this place. If you die, you won’t even have a second chance.”
Long Chen could feel how much Ling Xi cared for him from her desperation. This stunned him for a moment, and he thought back about how few people had treated him well in the past. They had only known each other for a short period of time, so he felt touched by her words.
“Xiao Xi, you are a good person. Relax, I won’t be brash. I still need to protect you.”
“Tsk. I’ve always been a good person from childhood.”
It was clear that it was the first time she had been complimented like this. While her reply was a bit harsh, there was a hint of embarrassment in her tone.
The Devil Groundhounds were right in front of them so Long Chen kept the conversation to a minimum.
When he saw that the Devil Groundhounds were taking the demonic ginseng back, Ling Xi suddenly whispered. “Another beast is coming …”
Long Chen was startled by her words. He saw the fur of the five Devil Groundhounds stand as they glared and growled at the entrance of the canyon. Just then, a massive shadow appeared out of the darkness.
A brilliant light flashed in the canyon, forcing Long Chen to squeeze his eyes shut. The mysterious beast was clearly visible under the soft starlight. It was a wolf-type beast. While it was not as large as the Moon Devouring Wolf, it was lithe and agile as silvery-white fur covered its body. Just then, Long Chen sensed that the beast was slowly absorbing the starlight from the heavens into its fur.
“This is … a Category 5 Yellow-tier Constellation Demon Wolf … It usually absorbs starlight to cultivate. Its body is very resilient …”
Ling Xi whispered her explanation in Long Chen’s ear.
To think that it was a Category 5 Yellow-tier demonic beast. This one was even harder to fight, so Long Chen didn’t even dare breathe loudly.
The Constellation Demon Wolf entered the canyon and growled at the five Devil Groundhounds.
As though the Devil Groundhounds had provoked it, the Constellation Demon Wolf lunged towards them. Long Chen and Ling Xi kept quiet as they watched the fight unfold.
As expected, the Constellation Demon Wolf was an expert that cultivated its physical body. A single swipe of its claws reduced the rocks around them to rubble. However, the Devil Groundhounds weren’t pushovers, and they fought back, growling and baring their fangs. It was a fearsome sight.
“The way the Devil Groundhounds use their claws … there is a hint of a martial technique. Their attacks are as strong as a beginner’s martial technique. The Constellation Demon Wolf is even stronger …”
Soon, the Constellation Demon Wolf used its superior strength to suppress the Devil Groundhounds. The Groundhounds were fearsome, but the Constellation Demon Wolf still heavily injured or killed them with its claws and fangs. In less than fifteen minutes, all five of the Devil Groundhounds were on the ground.
The Constellation Demon Wolf sniffed the trembling demonic ginseng.
It let out an excited howl as the starlight in the heavens shone even brighter. Only then did the beast leave contentedly.
“The demonic beast has taken the demonic ginseng. Quick, let’s chase after it!”
The cowardly Ling Xi was actually telling him to chase after the Constellation Demon Wolf. Long Chen knew she had an excellent background so he trusted her. However, he ran towards the dead Devil Groundhounds first and extracted their demonic cores.
“I can exchange them for some rare items.”
“You greedy little bastard. Quick, go and chase after the Constellation Demon Wolf. But don’t get caught or you will die.”
Ling Xi was much more anxious than Long Chen.
The Constellation Demon Wolf wasn’t traveling fast, and Long Chen quickly caught up to it after he extracted the demonic cores. At first, he only observed the beast from afar.
“Xiao Xi, why are you asking me to follow it so urgently? It’s already taken the demonic ginseng, and there’s nothing left for us.”
Ling Xi said urgently, “It may have taken the demonic ginseng but a demonic beast usually treats spiritual herbs as nothing but an ordinary food source. They cannot extract the properties of the herbs, so it would be a waste. The Constellation Demon Wolf is the king of the beasts in this particular region, so it has likely stockpiled a lot of spiritual herbs in its cave. The demonic beasts loved to hoard food, the more the better. As long as we follow it, we should be able to locate its nest.”
Long Chen finally understood. If what she says is true, it won’t be a waste of time if I manage to snag something.
Barely an hour had passed when the Constellation Demon Wolf stopped in front of a cave and entered it swiftly. Long Chen hid behind a boulder in front of the cave and observed it.
“Xiao Xi, what should we do?”
Ling Xi said anxiously, “Wait here. I have a plan.”
She was being very mysterious. Long Chen couldn’t be bothered to find out more as he observed the cave intently. Soon, the Constellation Demon Wolf emerged from the cave, raised its head, and looked around. Long Chen immediately hid his breath and presence. He didn’t dare to move, his heart beating wildly.
The beast checked its surroundings for a moment before howling. Using its powerful four legs, it disappeared without a trace.
Ling Xi happily said, “Just as I expected. Bastard, quickly enter the cave. There should be a lot of treasures inside.”
Long Chen didn’t even need her reminder. The Constellation Demon Wolf had entered the cave briefly before heading out again. If it had eaten the demonic ginseng, it would’ve stayed in the cave longer.
Long Chen ran into the cave. The cave was long and dark, and the intense scent of a wolf assaulted his nose.
“This really is the cave of the Constellation Demon Wolf.”
Soon his surroundings grew brighter as Long Chen entered a domed area. It was the Constellation Demon Wolf’s home. The fragrant smell of herbs was mixed with the scent of excrement.
“To think there’s two demonic ginseng … Long Chen, you are so lucky. Hurry and collect them!”
Long Chen took the two demonic ginseng and placed them in his shirt. Then, he suddenly felt a chill in his heart.
“Ah. I forgot. Because the demonic ginseng could potentially run away, that beast must have locked them down with a technique. Since you have taken the ginseng, the beast probably realized that we’re here.”
Long Chen’s face turned red in rage as he scolded her. “You stupid bitch! Why didn’t you tell me sooner! You’ve just signed my death warrant!”
There was no time to dally. Long Chen ran as fast as he could towards the entrance. Ling Xi knew she had committed a grave error so she kept quiet as she escaped with Long Chen.
They could hear the angry howl of the Constellation Demon Wolf somewhere near the entrance, which filled the night sky. Long Chen’s heart ran cold as he ran out of the caves.
“There.” Ling Xi pointed.
Long Chen ran in the direction she was pointing to. He could feel a heavy panting noise behind him growing closer and closer.
“I’m going to fucking die this time. Before I do I will fucking drag you out of this stupid sword and fuck you up first!”
“Sob … I… It wasn’t intentional. I only forgot … Sob sob … ”
Doge & Chacha's ThoughtsOk she's cute but stupid apparently. RUN LONG CHEN RUN!
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