The sky was barely breaking, and the chirping of insects filled the air.
Amidst the gentle breeze, Li Xuan glanced at the mountain ranges before him, then at the beast domain map, and shot out like an arrow. Although his speed was not what it was at his peak, it was still far beyond that of ordinary Hunyuan realm beings.
After all, Li Xuan's cultivation had recovered by twenty percent.
In addition to this, Li Xuan's physical prowess was not weak. It was precisely by relying on his physical attainments that Li Xuan had survived under the giant ape beast king, and naturally, he would not have so easily decided to leave the Phoenix clan.
More importantly, Li Xuan's Carefree Steps were a movement technique that did not require much spiritual energy to support.
With the limited cultivation he possessed, Li Xuan's divine sense probed slightly and then retracted.
These Hundred Thousand Peaks were indeed as legendary as rumored. Li Xuan's divine sense could not detect their exact area at all. Moreover, the aura he sensed within them forced Li Xuan to tread cautiously.
After all, this was the beast domain, and Li Xuan did not wish to face another existence like the giant ape beast king.
Half an hour later, Li Xuan had completely entered the Hundred Thousand Peaks.
Sunlight filtered through the dense foliage, dappling the forest and lending it a serene atmosphere. However, Li Xuan knew that the more beautiful a place appeared, the more deadly the dangers hidden beneath its surface.
While constantly vigilant of his surroundings, Li Xuan also continuously consulted the beast domain map to choose the safest route towards the other side of the Hundred Thousand Peaks.
One day passed, and Li Xuan navigated through it without incident. Although he encountered some wild beasts along the way, they posed no significant threat to Li Xuan. Not all beasts in the mountains were powerful.
After careful scouting, Li Xuan chose a secluded stone cave to rest.
"According to this beast domain map, at my current speed, it will take at least a month to get out. And during this month, I must ensure I don't encounter any powerful beasts. The priority is to resolve my cultivation issue. Otherwise, without cultivation, I won't even have the ability to protect myself."
Li Xuan concealed the entrance to the stone cave and analyzed the situation to himself. Ultimately, he could only shake his head helplessly, realizing that without power, everything was just empty talk.
Three hours later, Li Xuan emerged from the Prison Subduing Cauldron.
At this moment, Li Xuan's aura had reached its peak.
The Prison Subduing Cauldron contained an immortal-grade spiritual脉, and what Li Xuan lacked most at this moment was spiritual energy replenishment. Furthermore, his physical body had already recovered completely, and with the infusion of spiritual energy, it was enough to restore him.
He hadn't entered the Prison Subduing Cauldron earlier in the Phoenix clan for two reasons: firstly, Feng Baijiu was by Li Xuan's side almost every day, and secondly, Li Xuan wanted to avoid attracting attention. After all, someone who survived under the giant ape beast king and recovered so quickly was bound to draw notice.
Roar!
"This aura, could it be the technique of that giant ape beast king?" At this moment, a roar caught Li Xuan's attention. After pondering for a moment, Li Xuan chose to evade.
With his newly recovered strength, there was no need to engage in another fierce battle with the giant ape beast king.
Li Xuan understood that he was not fortunate enough to encounter another Bai Fengjiu.
Deep within the Hundred Thousand Peaks.
This day marked Li Xuan's fifteenth day entering the Hundred Thousand Peaks. According to Li Xuan's estimation, it would take a month to exit these peaks. Although half the time had passed, this was also the most dangerous period.
After all, they had now reached the central region of the Hundred Thousand Peaks. It could be said that the beasts here were undoubtedly the most powerful existences.
The midday sun, though casting a pleasant glow on the forest, did not allow Li Xuan to pause and enjoy it. Sweat had already begun to bead on Li Xuan's forehead.
The prolonged outward projection of his divine sense severely drained his soul. Combined with Li Xuan's constant readiness to respond to any sudden situation, his nerves were stretched to their limit. If Li Xuan hadn't been worried about encountering unforeseen circumstances by lingering, he would have stopped to recuperate long ago.
"According to the map, it will likely take another day to leave the central region of the Hundred Thousand Peaks. However, in my current state, I must find a place to recuperate tonight. This is quite troublesome."
Li Xuan landed on a towering ancient tree, his brow furrowed as he surveyed his surroundings and murmured to himself.
Hiss! Hiss!
Unbeknownst to Li Xuan, at the very moment he was contemplating, a black snake as thick as a thumb had appeared behind his head. Its scarlet tongue flicked out, and then, with lightning speed, it lunged directly for Li Xuan's neck.
Bang!
The instant the black snake attacked, Li Xuan felt an intense sense of crisis. His divine sense moved, and he unhesitatingly struck out with his palm towards the black snake. The immense palm wind repelled the snake's attack, but it also caused a tremor in the silent forest.
Li Xuan inwardly cursed his misfortune and then moved swiftly, teleporting away.
Hiss! Hiss!
The black snake, sent flying by Li Xuan's palm, did not die immediately. Upon landing, a hissing sound erupted.
The next moment, from the branches of the trees, hundreds of voices sounded simultaneously. Then, like sharp swords, they all shot towards Li Xuan, who was rapidly moving below.
Li Xuan's divine sense had already perceived the commotion above. Even with preparation, Li Xuan felt his scalp tingle. This black snake was clearly the overlord of this area, or else such a large force would not have been mobilized.
Moreover, the moment he attacked the black snake earlier, Li Xuan had already gauged its strength. The black snake, barely as thick as a thumb, possessed the strength of the advanced Hunyuan realm. Its dark, shiny skin clearly indicated extreme toxicity.
"Is Heaven trying to destroy me, Li Xuan..." Although Li Xuan's speed was extreme, the shaking of the trees in front of him began as the black snakes launched their assault.
Clearly, there were black snakes ahead as well. At this moment, Li Xuan had undoubtedly stumbled into a snake's nest.
Hundreds of black snakes meant hundreds of beings at the advanced Hunyuan realm. Even at his peak, Li Xuan would have to treat them with caution. Moreover, his body was currently heavily depleted.
Roar!
Just as Li Xuan's speed began to slow, a heaven-shattering roar suddenly echoed. The hundred black snakes pursuing Li Xuan stopped in unison upon hearing the sound. The next moment, they burrowed into the grass and vanished.
Although the black snakes had retreated, Li Xuan's expression grew even more solemn. An indescribable aura enveloped him, and Li Xuan felt as if he had been completely scanned.
Thump, thump, thump.
As Li Xuan remained vigilant, slow and heavy vibrations echoed. Li Xuan followed the sound with his gaze, and shock immediately appeared in his eyes. A tiger, as tall as an elephant and with eyes like a lynx, slowly approached Li Xuan.
The next moment, Li Xuan was stunned.
On the back of this lynx-eyed tiger sat a young girl!