Chapter 57: Taking Action

Just as the Rampage Potion consumed earlier by Old Wu, though it was merely a fourth-grade potion, was enough to significantly boost his strength. Precisely because it was a fourth-grade potion, after its effects wore off, there would be a three-day period of dormancy during which it was difficult to use any power.

But those who were masterful sixth-grade potion makers were true figures of great renown. Such potion makers were all geniuses in the art of alchemy; the sixth-grade potions they produced could even restore a severed limb. Although these top-tier potion makers could not possess the Fire Physique and become pill refiners, their potions could rival those crafted by pill refiners at the second-grade level.

Because of this, top-tier potion makers held an exceedingly noble status. Once someone became a master potion maker, countless gazes of admiration would follow.

Upon realizing this was the residence of a master potion maker, Ye Cheng’s eyes burned with excitement, and he could not help but shift his gaze to the bronze door.

“In the dwelling of such a figure, there must be many treasures,” he murmured.

With a cough, Ye Cheng withdrew his gaze from the bronze door, glanced at the golden-haired demon ape guarding it, and then turned his eyes to the face of the stunning maiden before him. “Since that’s the case, I agree. But let me be clear: the Soul Grass is yours, but if there’s anything else of value, I won’t give it up.”

Seeing that Nangong Xue had no objections, Ye Cheng’s face broke into a broad smile. Yet as his gaze moved from her to the massive figure before the bronze door, his smile gradually faded, replaced by a look of gravity. The golden-haired demon ape posed a real challenge. Although they had agreed to cooperate, whether they could deal with the guardian before the door remained uncertain.

“That thing’s weakness is its head. One of us draws its attention; the other strikes when it’s distracted and aims for its head. Which do you choose?” Ye Cheng turned and asked Nangong Xue.

“Either is fine. You decide,” she replied, staring at Ye Cheng, momentarily stunned as she realized he had noticed the creature’s weakness as well. Her words showed little emotion.

Ye Cheng understood this was simply her nature, and without further ado, he said, “In that case, I’ll draw the golden-haired demon ape’s attention. The rest is up to you.”

At his words, Nangong Xue’s usually cold expression flickered with surprise, and she took a few extra moments to observe Ye Cheng. She hadn’t expected him to make such a choice: one to distract the demon ape, the other to strike from the shadows. Undoubtedly, the one drawing attention faced far greater danger.

But her fleeting emotion quickly vanished. With a slight nod, she replied, “Alright.”

Ye Cheng nodded as well; then, with a kick to the ground, his figure shot forward like a wild horse. Seeing him take the lead, Nangong Xue twisted her slender waist, her body gliding as she followed close behind.

Their actions immediately caught the attention of the golden-haired demon ape guarding the bronze door. The remnant will within the beast had little capacity for thought; sensing intruders, the massive creature stirred to life.

A violent roar erupted from its throat. It smashed its fists into the ground, then tore upward, unleashing a surge of force that ripped the earth apart and sent stones flying, sweeping toward Ye Cheng and Nangong Xue.

Standing at the front, Ye Cheng watched the incoming assault without hesitation. His grip tightened on his silver spear, his dark eyes glinting with a fierce sharpness, and a surge of blood energy flooded from within, enveloping him in a terrifying aura of slaughter.

With a hum, as his arm swung, the spirit spear in his hand conjured countless phantasmal spear shadows. They crossed and intertwined, unleashing the full force of blood energy, enveloping the demon ape’s attack.

Thanks to his recent training in the Demon Forest and his absorption of energy from the blood core, Ye Cheng’s cultivation, though only at the peak of the Blood Qi Stage, had reached a blood energy concentration comparable to those at its summit. Now, unleashing the Thousand Shadows Spear Technique at full power, his attack was far stronger than before.

Bang! Bang!

Countless spear shadows pierced through the upheaved earth, riddling it with holes before reducing it to dust, which fell powerlessly to the ground.

Ye Cheng’s blood-tinged black eyes burned with battle spirit. Previously, he couldn’t contend with those at the peak of the Blood Qi Stage, but as his strength improved, he yearned for validation—a fierce, unrestrained battle. Though the massive beast before him far surpassed the peak Blood Qi Stage in raw power, it lacked intelligence. The balance shifted, making the fight possible.

Not far away, the golden-haired demon ape surged with deathly energy; green light flickered in its eye sockets. Mindless now, it moved only under the influence of residual will. Its enormous skeleton lunged, both palms pressing down toward Ye Cheng. No trace of elemental energy radiated from its hands, only a surge of green light carrying the aura of death.

Ye Cheng narrowed his eyes, gripping the silver spear. He felt the vast blood energy coursing through him and could not help but let out a skyward howl. Afterward, his arm trembled, and the spear technique exploded toward the demon ape.

Bang, bang, bang!

Countless spear shadows struck the demon ape’s body, leaving only pale marks on its skeleton and scattering sparks. Yet the bones did not shatter—testament to how hard the demon ape’s skeleton was, once rivaling ancient cultivators.

During the exchange, Ye Cheng was grazed several times by the demon ape’s fists, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth. Even this brief clash left him wounded. Still, Ye Cheng did not withdraw from the demon ape’s attacks; instead, he kept it tightly engaged, as if waiting for something.

As Ye Cheng tangled with the demon ape, a graceful silhouette flashed from his side, appearing atop the creature’s head. It was Nangong Xue, who had been waiting for her chance.

A cold gleam flashed in her eyes as she swung her sword, unleashing a terrifying blade of light that whistled toward the deep blue orb of energy within the demon ape’s skull.

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