CHAPTER 478: CHAPTER 448: 9 POISON MIASMA CLOUD BEES

"Nice to meet you."

Lu Yuanshan responded simply, his gaze lingering on Han Youdao for a moment.

Another cultivator with the surname Han. Could this person be related to Han Yuanqing?

Lu Yuanshan pondered this for a moment, then dismissed the thought as somewhat ridiculous.

What are the odds of such a coincidence?

The Dubhe Institute couldn’t be so careless as to arrange for a cultivator related to Han Yuanqing to be here and stir up more conflicts.

Not far away, upon seeing Han Youdao, Lu Ping recalled the demon-slaying mission at Lianyushan.

It was after Lu Changfeng had slain the White-winged Griffin that Han Youdao appeared.

Han Youdao introduced himself, indeed a member of the Nine Cold Mountain Independent Cultivator Alliance, tasked to hunt down the White-winged Griffin.

Notably, since their last encounter, Han Youdao’s strength had considerably increased, reaching the Seventh Layer Foundation Establishment.

Regarding Han Youdao, Lu Ping briefly communicated with Lu Yuanshan and Lu Zhiwei, mentioning Han Youdao’s previous interactions with Lu Changfeng, which surprised the siblings.

After Han Youdao was sent over, Zhang Zhixuan soon left, without lingering.

In the following days, Tier Two Demon Beasts began appearing more frequently near the Black Flood Dragon River.

Under Lu Yuanshan’s arrangement, these Tier Two Demon Beasts were cleared without any casualties.

Dealing with the demon beasts was relatively easy during these days.

Led by Lu Yuanshan, it was primarily Lu Zhiwei, Xuu Qingci, Xu Shouye, Zhao Changchuan, and Han Youdao who took action.

Han Youdao’s prowess during the recent displays stunned Lu Ping.

Despite being only at the Seventh Layer Foundation Establishment, even Tier Two Demon Beasts of the Ninth Layer couldn’t best him.

His abilities were not as simple as they appeared.

However, this relaxed handling of the demon beasts didn’t last long.

Twelve days remained on the defense mission.

Song Minghui and her patrol squad of six Cyan Mountain Sect disciples discovered a large group of demon beasts while patrolling an area called Wild Peach Forest, upstream of the Black Flood Dragon River.

This demon beast group was impressively strong.

There were over 190 Tier Two Demon Beasts.

Tier One Demon Beasts numbered over three thousand.

Upon discovering the demon beast group, Song Minghui furrowed her brows and immediately sent word to Lu Yuanshan.

Several perceptive demon beasts among the group sensed the communication and charged towards the six patrolling disciples.

Foremost among them was a Tier Two Middle Grade demon insect.

This demon insect was the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee, about the size of half a person, entirely black compared to ordinary bees, with a tail that was thin, sharp, barbed, carrying potent poison.

The poison of the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee was deadly to Foundation Establishment Cultivators, let alone Qi Cultivators.

If poisoned, one would need an Antitoxic Elixir of Tier Three or higher to detoxify.

The price of such an elixir often exceeded three thousand Spirit Stones.

Getting stung by the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee was extremely unwise.

The Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee flapped its transparent wings, emitting a buzzing sound, carrying a sinister Evil Qi, charging directly at Song Minghui.

A green poisonous miasma about three feet around its body contributed to its toxicity.

This makes nearby demon beasts avoid approaching it.

"Senior Sister Song, this demon bee is poisonous, avoid contact!"

Seeing the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee’s rapid approach towards Song Minghui, Lin Han recognized the bee and urgently warned.

Simultaneously, Lin Han wielded his Cyan Bamboo Sword, striking towards the bee.

Song Minghui heeded the warning, rapidly dodging to one side using Wind Manipulation Technique, distancing herself from the bee.

Clang!

Lin Han’s Flying Sword struck the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee but was promptly deflected.

The bee’s shell was notably hard, being at the Tier Two demon beast level, easily blocking Lin Han’s attack.

Attacks from Qi Cultivators posed little threat to it.

"This bee is tough to deal with; everyone run separately!"

Song Minghui’s mind was clear; she knew her group wasn’t a match for the bee even if they worked together.

If they weren’t careful, they could all perish here.

Escaping individually could see some fellow disciples surviving.

"Senior Sister Song, this..."

Lin Han’s expression changed, unsure.

Would they flee without fighting?

The Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee’s flight speed surpassed ordinary Qi Cultivators.

Other Cyan Mountain Sect disciples hesitated, unsure about splitting and running, fearing being pursued individually and killed.

Song Minghui grimaced, biting her lip, resolved to buy time for her fellow disciples to flee, hoping at least one might escape.

But suddenly, a golden stream of light appeared beside her, thrusting towards the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee.

The appearance of the Golden Sharp Sword drew Song Minghui and Lin Han’s attention, leaving them puzzled.

Who wielded such a sword?

Thunk!

The Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee, instead of dodging the incoming Golden Sharp Sword, relied on its robust defense, but was pierced through effortlessly.

"So strong!"

Song Minghui’s eyes widened with shock.

Just one strike slew the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee.

Who among them possessed such power?

Her gaze instinctively swept around, finding no other cultivators.

Around her were still Lin Han and their five fellows.

Who could be the one intervening?

Puzzled, an unfamiliar voice resounded in the minds of Song Minghui, Lin Han, and the others.

"What are you waiting for? Leave quickly!"

The communicator was none other than Lu Ping.

During the patrol of the Cyan Mountain Sect disciples, Lu Ping had quietly monitored them, ensuring their safety.

Seeing the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee attack Song Minghui, sensing her imminent peril.

Lu Ping hesitated not, retrieving the last Divine Sword Armor-Breaking Talisman from his system warehouse.

Activating it, he slew the Nine Poison Miasma Cloud Bee with an unexpected sword strike.