Lei Kuangniu, although aware of Qin Hanchu's strength, did not know the true extent of his trump cards.
Upon receiving Qin Hanchu's reply, Lei Kuangniu nodded and said, "Impressive!"
In the eyes of Lei Kuangniu and the others, pure-blooded beings were nearly invincible.
Having an eighty percent chance of escaping from a pure-blooded being was already very strong.
Moreover, Qin Hanchu's statement was likely a conservative estimate.
Qin Hanchu was with Lei Kuangniu, while their other teammates were a hundred li away.
A hundred li might sound far, but for immortals and gods, it was merely a five to six-minute journey.
Qin Hanchu's team consisted of seventeen people. As they spread out, an area of a thousand li was under their surveillance.
Although the ancient secret realm contained many pure-blooded beings, they were not found everywhere.
Over the course of a few days, Qin Hanchu and the others mostly encountered ancient evolved species.
Despite only a few days, the group had already obtained several ordinary immortal treasures.
While these immortal treasures did not significantly aid their cultivation, they could be exchanged for a considerable amount of spirit crystals.
At this moment, they were like thieves, stealthily moving without daring to cause too much disturbance.
The individuals chosen by Meng Qi possessed methods to conceal their auras and forms.
Whenever they detected immortal beasts, they would use their respective techniques to hide.
Qin Hanchu simply needed to transform into plants or flowers to conceal himself.
After half a month of clandestine activity, Qin Hanchu suddenly received a telepathic message from Meng Qi: "Everyone, please come to my location."
Upon receiving Meng Qi's summons, Qin Hanchu and the others proceeded to converge.
In a valley, Meng Qi had already set up a concealment formation.
"I've found an immortal peach tree. Although I don't know its effects, I believe it must be very precious."
Once everyone had gathered, Meng Qi waved her hand and projected an image.
The image depicted a peach tree several meters tall, bearing a total of eighteen vibrant peaches.
These peaches emanated colorful auspicious light, indicating they were no ordinary fruits.
Although Meng Qi was an immortal god, she had never seen such immortal fruits before.
"Purple Mansion Immortal Peach!"
"This is the legendary Purple Mansion Immortal Peach!"
"According to ancient texts, it can enhance the power of the immortal soul."
Meng Qi did not recognize it, but another woman in the crowd did.
Upon learning that the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach could strengthen the immortal soul, everyone's gaze turned excited.
"Where is it? What dangers are around it?" a man asked impatiently.
"It's in the jungle twenty li away. I haven't detected any danger for now," Meng Qi said gravely. "But the more it seems safe, the more dangerous it likely is."
"Shall we go and observe it?"
"Too many people going together will make us too conspicuous. It's better to send a few people skilled in concealment to investigate."
Meng Qi glanced at Qin Hanchu: "Daoist friend Qin, what do you think?"
Qin Hanchu smiled: "I have no preference. I will follow whatever decision you all make."
"Let's go investigate together. If we encounter danger, we can look out for each other."
"First, we need to ascertain if this peach tree is not a pure-blooded being."
"If it is a pure-blooded being, we either fight to the death for it or leave immediately."
Meng Qi, being experienced in such matters, made the decision.
It took them an hour to finalize the details of their plan.
Despite the distance being only twenty li, Qin Hanchu and the others took a full hour to reach their destination.
Along the way, they consistently concealed their presence, maximizing their self-protection.
"There seems to be no aura of pure-blooded beings around, nor any spiritual fluctuations from it."
"Even so, I feel something is not quite right."
"We still need to test it."
"This Purple Mansion Immortal Peach has matured, yet no immortal beasts have come to claim it. This is abnormal."
These individuals' spiritual senses were not enhanced; how could they possibly detect anything unusual?
Among the group, only Qin Hanchu sensed that something was amiss.
This peach tree was a pure-blooded being of the Immortal God realm, merely in a state of slumber at the moment.
Hearing their words, Qin Hanchu cautioned, "It should be a pure-blooded being of the Immortal God realm."
"If it's a pure-blooded being, why is there no sign of activity?"
"Even if it were in seclusion, there should be the pressure of an Immortal God realm."
Qin Hanchu's assessment was met with doubt from several people.
"Once we make a move to test it, we will undoubtedly alert it," Qin Hanchu continued. "If we intend to snatch the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach, we have only two paths. And no matter which path we choose, we will have only one chance."
Meng Qi nodded: "Daoist friend Qin is right. If we are to snatch it, we must go all out."
"This..."
Having finally arrived at such a treasure trove, the group naturally did not want to end it so quickly.
But now, a choice had to be made.
If they could obtain the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach, it would be a very substantial gain.
Meng Qi did not immediately press for an answer. After a moment, she asked, "Raise your hands to indicate whether you want to attempt to snatch it."
Qin Hanchu directly raised his hand; he needed the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach to further strengthen his immortal soul.
Following him, others also raised their hands in agreement to attempt the snatch.
Although a few were reluctant, the majority ruled, and they could only act according to the collective will.
In the following period, the group began to devise an operational plan.
They needed a retreat in case of danger.
With all preparations complete, Meng Qi said, "Then let's proceed according to the plan!"
"Let's begin!" Lei Kuangniu said, wielding his Thunder Battle Axe.
"Everyone, let's move!"
After saying this, Meng Qi took the lead and charged towards the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach tree.
Lei Kuangniu and others followed suit.
As for Qin Hanchu, he remained at the original location with four immortal gods to await reinforcement.
A distance of several thousand li could be covered in an instant by Immortal God realm powerhouses.
However, just as they approached within a hundred meters of the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach, an invisible wall of energy blocked them.
Without hesitation, Meng Qi and the others unleashed over a dozen terrifying attacks towards the invisible energy wall!
Boom...
Under their combined assault, the energy wall was instantly shattered.
At that very moment, the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach tree suddenly unleashed a terrifying pressure.
Whoosh whoosh...
The leaves of the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach tree became like countless flying daggers, slashing towards Meng Qi and the others.
"Humans, how dare you attack me!"
A human face emerged on the trunk of the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach tree, roaring in anger.
"Quick!"
Qin Hanchu and the others were not surprised, as this turn of events was already accounted for in their plan.
Eight individuals were left to defend against the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach tree's attacks, while the others moved towards the eighteen Purple Mansion Immortal Peaches.
Boom boom...
The attacks of pure-blooded beings were incredibly ferocious; these eight were immediately sent flying.
Concurrently, streams of pink ribbons began to entwine the remaining few.
"Escape!"
These individuals immediately employed their escape techniques, using their遁术 (dùnshù - escape techniques) to get closer to the Purple Mansion Immortal Peach.
"Attack!" Meng Qi urgently shouted.