Several humanoid figures suddenly appeared around Gu Qianying, Du Chun, Nangong Li, Meng Qinghua, and Ouyang Qinglin. These creatures had large heads like bushels and mouths like winnowing baskets.
These strange beings opened their mouths and made a clacking sound, their bodies covered in yellow fur, presenting a terrifying appearance.
Seeing this, Du Chun and the others were astonished. They did not know what these creatures were. Even the knowledgeable Gu Qianying had never encountered them before.
The bizarre creatures, with their gaping mouths, attacked Gu Qianying and the others. Yellowish fluid dripped from their mouths, emitting a nauseating stench.
"Everyone be careful, these are Yin Head Poison Ghosts. Their entire bodies are poisonous. Even a slight touch is fatal!"
Following these words, everyone turned to the speaker and realized it was Ouyang Qinglin. Gu Qianying looked at Ouyang Qinglin and asked, "How do you know this?" Ever since Ouyang Qinglin had recognized the Yin Mo Luosha, Gu Qianying had harbored doubts about his words. Now, her suspicion grew even stronger.
Ouyang Qinglin paused, about to speak and explain. However, several Yin Head Poison Ghosts had already closed in. Gu Qianying, Meng Qinghua, Du Chun, and the others, unable to continue questioning Ouyang Qinglin, turned and quickly drew their weapons, engaging in a fierce battle with the Yin Head Poison Ghosts, which were both dangerous to approach and had to be killed.
Yellowish liquid dripped from the mouths of the Yin Head Poison Ghosts. Upon hitting the ground, the carpet was instantly corroded and vanished. Seeing this, Gu Qianying and the others wore serious expressions, realizing how potent the poison of these strange creatures was. They could not be touched, could not be approached.
With a clang, the swords of Gu Yefeng, Meng Qinghua, and Ouyang Qinglin, as they pierced the Yin Head Poison Ghosts, were instantly corroded and became damaged. The corrosion was so rapid that the three immediately discarded their swords. Gu Qianying's Crimson Blood Saber suffered the same fate, its tip corroded. It was fortunate that Gu Qianying had thrown it away in time, otherwise, her hand would have been crippled.
Meanwhile, Nangong Li, seeing Du Chun and the others facing such formidable and dangerous beings, flung his fan away and dared not retrieve it. He quickly retreated behind Meng Qinghua and Du Chun. "My heavens, what are these things? I'm so scared," he exclaimed, clutching Du Chun's sleeve, almost seeking refuge in his embrace. Meng Qinghua glanced at him without a word. Du Chun, with a cold expression, was about to kick Nangong Li away, but then reconsidered and nudged Nangong Li forward, positioning him between himself and Meng Qinghua.
The Yin Head Poison Ghosts surrounding Gu Qianying and the others drew closer. "Quick! Set up a barrier!" Gu Qianying declared. Without a word, everyone raised their hands and cooperated. The sky changed color once more. Gu Qianying and the others joined forces to erect a barrier around them, emitting a white halo. This was both spiritual energy and the demonic power Gu Qianying wielded. All were contained within the barrier, and the encroaching Yin Head Poison Ghosts were temporarily unable to reach Gu Qianying and the others.
At this moment, Duan Xifeng, holding Xiao Yihao, hid in a corner of the wall, suppressing his presence and covering Xiao Yihao's mouth to prevent him from making any sound. He witnessed firsthand how Gu Qianying and the others were being surrounded and attacked by these bizarrely shaped creatures. He desperately wanted to help, but he clearly understood his mission. If he were not with Xiao Yihao, he would undoubtedly have joined his dear friends, facing life and death together. But at this moment, he knew he could not.
Xiao Yihao also sensed the danger. He cautiously raised a small finger and pointed at Duan Xifeng's hand, signaling for Duan Xifeng to release him. Duan Xifeng nodded, removing his hand. He then raised a finger to Xiao Yihao, signaling him to remain silent. Xiao Yihao nodded back to Duan Xifeng, remaining quiet. He reached into his own clothes and, to Duan Xifeng's surprise, produced two pills. He gave one to Duan Xifeng and kept the other, swallowing it in front of him. Duan Xifeng's eyes widened. He wanted to ask Xiao Yihao what the pill was, but feared being seen by the poisonous Yin Head Poison Ghosts. He therefore remained silent. However, Xiao Yihhao wrote a few words on his hand: "Detoxification pill, can cure all poisons. I don't know if it will protect us, but taking it is beneficial and harmless." Xiao Yihao wrote quickly. Duan Xifeng, understanding the message, used the same method to ask Xiao Yihao how many more pills he had. Xiao Yihao wrote "ten" on Duan Xifeng's palm.
Seeing this, Duan Xifeng looked towards Gu Qianying and the others. He quietly and gently set Xiao Yihao down, concealing him with the surrounding cover. In a very soft voice, he whispered into Xiao Yihao's ear, "Wait here obediently for your uncle, I'll be right back." As he spoke, Duan Xifeng retrieved the small white bottle containing the detoxification pills from Xiao Yihao. He hid it on himself, secured Xiao Yihao, then drew the sword he had brought, and with his long sword, used his Qinggong to fly towards Gu Qianying.
The barrier was only temporary for the highly aggressive Yin Head Poison Ghosts. In less than the time it takes for half an incense stick to burn, the barrier that Gu Qianying and the others had jointly erected was broken. "Not good, the barrier is broken, everyone be careful." With no weapons to use, Gu Qianying immediately retrieved the silver needles hidden on her person. As she flicked several needles, she warned the others. Du Chun, Meng Qinghua, Ouyang Qinglin, and Nangong Li reacted immediately. Unable to touch or use weapons, Du Chun, Meng Qinghua, and the others prioritized protecting Gu Qianying. They formed a circle, shielding her in the center. Several silver needles shot towards the Yin Head Poison Ghosts, but they were like mere tickles. As the needles landed on the Yin Head Poison Ghosts, they were instantly corroded into nothingness.
"Don't mind me, you guys go quickly." Gu Qianying had no idea that Du Chun, Ouyang Qinglin, and the others were prioritizing her protection at this moment. At this point, Gu Yefeng and the others seemed to realize that they might not be able to return. Swords that could slice iron were corroded into dust, illustrating the extreme danger of the situation. Gu Qianying looked at Du Chun, Gu Yefeng, and the others before her, her eyes reddening. "I don't need your protection, you go quickly." After using her demonic power twice more, Gu Qianying was even weaker internally than before, almost unable to use her demonic power for the time being. And it was clear that Ouyang Qinglin and the others were aware of this. It was precisely for this reason that they were protecting her so resolutely.
Gu Qianying's words reached Du Chun and the others. They did not look back, did not speak, and did not leave. Just then, a voice came from in front of Du Chun and the others. "Catch it, eat it quickly!" A white medicine bottle was thrown through a gap between two Yin Head Poison Ghosts. Duan Xifeng's shout drew the attention of the Yin Head Poison Ghosts surrounding Gu Qianying and the others. Several of them turned and lunged towards Duan Xifeng. Duan Xifeng swung his sword, but like everyone else's, his sword was corroded into dust. His pupils contracted sharply. Duan Xifeng instantly wanted to escape, but he was no match for the Yin Head Poison Ghosts alone. Several Yin Head Poison Ghosts surrounded him tightly. "Brother!" Gu Qianying cried out in alarm. Without a second thought, she leaped up, stepping on Du Chun's shoulder, and flew towards Duan Xifeng. Although her demonic power was weak, her Qinggong was skillful and had not regressed. With Gu Qianying's departure, Du Chun, Ouyang Qinglin, Nangong Li, Meng Qinghua, and Gu Yefeng could no longer stand idly by. Like Ouyang Qinglin, they followed closely behind Gu Qianying. With no weapons to use, Gu Qianying, Du Chun, Nangong Li, and the others fought the Yin Head Poison Ghosts with their bare hands.
"Sss!" Some of them had their hands burned, some their faces, some their legs, and some their shoulders were so injured that bones were almost visible. The pain was intense. Yet, none of Du Chun and the others cried out in pain. They all endured, and while protecting Gu Qianying, they also managed to rescue Duan Xifeng. Du Chun and the others had quickly swallowed the medicine Duan Xifeng had given them. However, in the current situation, the detoxification pills had not yet taken effect. They could only fight head-on, but in doing so, their bodies were left bloody and mangled.
Moments later, Du Chun, Nangong Li, Meng Qinghua, Du Chun, Ouyang Qinglin, Duan Xifeng, and Gu Qianying were all cornered. The Yin Head Poison Ghosts, appearing and disappearing around them, pressed in on these individuals, leaving them no room to escape. The detoxification pills they had swallowed had a slight effect, slowing the corrosion of their flesh. However, this was ultimately not a true solution to dealing with these Yin Head Poison Ghosts. Finally, Gu Qianying, Du Chun, Meng Qinghua, and the others, one by one, grasped the hands of those beside them. They exchanged glances, offering each other faint smiles. "It seems today, we shall truly die together," Meng Qinghua said calmly. "So be it. It will save me from being lonely in the afterlife. With you all here, we can continue to drink." Nangong Li stood up straight. He was no longer afraid. "When it comes to drinking, you can't match me. Every time, you all get drunk while I remain sober." "Yes, your drinking capacity is astonishing, I can never outdrink you." Duan Xifeng teased Ouyang Qinglin. Gu Yefeng, standing beside them, did not say anything, but he looked at Gu Qianying and smiled at her. Gu Qianying understood the meaning behind his smile. Her eyes reddened again. The gaps between the surrounding Yin Head Poison Ghosts grew smaller. Gu Qianying and the others were all heavily wounded, having prepared themselves for a shared demise.
Just then, a flash of white light flickered within the hall. The Demon Luo Ghost Venerable, who was sitting in his grand armchair, watching the spectacle, suddenly clutched his head and cried out in pain. Moments later, a white shadow separated from his body…