From a loser to an immortal sage

Chapter 379 Monster Attack, Crisis Emerges

Wen Chen's hand was as cold as ice, gripping mine tightly with such force that it almost crushed my bones.

His deep voice rang in my ears, like an echo from the depths of hell, "Be careful..."

careful?

How can I be careful?!

I watched helplessly as that enormous shadow emerged from the depths of the chamber, each step shaking the ground and sending pebbles raining down from above, stinging my face.

It finally revealed itself completely—my God, this thing looks like it crawled out of a nightmare!

It resembles a small mountain, covered in thick black scales that reflect a chilling, eerie light, like the eyes of death.

Sharp bone spurs protrude from between the scales, ferocious and terrifying, like fangs ready to devour someone at any moment.

A putrid stench hit me, making my stomach churn and almost causing me to vomit.

"Roar--"

The monster let out a deafening roar, and a visible shockwave spread outwards, making my hair fly wildly and my clothes flutter loudly.

My ears were ringing, and it felt like a thousand bees were buzzing around in my head.

Oh no! I suddenly realized the danger and tackled Ziling, who was still in a daze, to the ground.

"boom--"

The giant claw landed, smashing a huge crater right where we had just been standing, and flying debris shot out in all directions like bullets.

If we had been a step later, we would be meat patties by now!

"what--"

Several screams rang out. I looked up and saw that several members of the expedition team had been swept away by the monster's giant claws and crashed heavily against the wall, their fate unknown.

Zi Ling was already injured, and this only made things worse. Her face turned pale, and a trickle of blood spilled from the corner of her mouth.

"Ziling!" I was extremely anxious and wanted to go over to check on her, but Wen Chen grabbed me.

"Don't go over there, it's too dangerous!" His voice trembled slightly, and I then noticed that his face was also terribly pale.

Elder Qingfeng, despite his injuries, brandished his longsword, unleashing sharp sword strikes at the monster, but they were like tickles, unable to harm it in the slightest.

Instead, the monster swung its claw, sending Elder Qingfeng flying and spitting out blood.

This monster is too strong!

Meanwhile, Xue Sha and Mo Yuan, who were hiding in the shadows, not only did not offer any help, but also looked at us with schadenfreude, occasionally letting out a few mocking laughs.

Those two despicable scoundrels!

I was furious, but there was nothing I could do.

The most important thing now is to save your own life!

"Yao, we have to find a way to escape!" Wen Chen's voice was a little hoarse.

escape?

It's easier said than done!

This secret room has only one exit, but it's now blocked by monsters, so we have nowhere to escape!

I gritted my teeth and forced myself to calm down.

Especially in times like these, it's crucial to stay calm!

I have to find the monster's weakness, or we'll all die here!

My eyes were fixed on the monster, carefully observing its every move.

Despite its enormous size, it is exceptionally agile and its attacks are swift, powerful, and virtually flawless.

and many more!

I suddenly noticed that one of the scales on the monster's abdomen was a slightly lighter color and seemed to be thinner than the scales on other parts of the body.

Could this be... its weakness?

A glimmer of hope ignited in my heart, and I turned to look at Wen Chen. "I've discovered its weakness is in its abdomen!"

Wen Chen followed my gaze and also noticed the slightly lighter-colored scale.

A glint of light flashed in his eyes. "Alright! Let's attack that place together!"

"Hmph, overestimating yourselves!" Blood Fiend's voice suddenly rang out, full of mockery. "You think you can hurt it? You're dreaming!"

I can't be bothered with him, I don't have time to waste my breath on him right now!

I took a deep breath and concentrated all my spiritual power into the longsword in my hand, causing the blade to emit a dazzling light.

"Are you ready?" I turned to look at Wen Chen.

"Ready!"

"on!"

We both leaped up at the same time and charged towards the monster's belly...

"Yao..." Wen Chen's voice suddenly rang in my ears, carrying a hint of anxiety and...despair?

Wen Chen's voice was hoarse, as if it had been sanded, "Yao... watch out!" I rolled sharply to the left, barely dodging the monster's giant claw.

With a loud bang, a huge crater was smashed into the ground, and flying debris cut my cheek, causing a burning pain.

The fishy smell was even stronger, and I almost suffocated.

Damn it, this beast is incredibly strong!

I felt like my lungs were on fire, and every breath was burning.

My spiritual energy drained away from my body like flowing water, and my legs began to feel weak.

I already used up a lot of my spiritual energy to save Ziling. If this continues, I... I won't be able to hold on much longer.

Wen Chen's situation wasn't much better.

His white clothes were stained red with blood, and his face was frighteningly pale.

He stood in front of me time and time again, using his own body to shield me from the monster's attacks.

With each impact, I felt as if my heart was being violently clenched.

"Wen Chen! You...you don't need to worry about me!" I screamed, my voice trembling violently.

I don't want him to die for me!

He just held my hand tightly, his eyes resolute, and said, "Don't talk nonsense! I would never leave you alone!"

Damn!

I clenched my teeth tightly, my eyes stinging.

At a time like this, I was actually... actually moved by him!

Elder Qingfeng had already fallen to the ground, his fate unknown.

Zi Ling hugged him tightly, crying her heart out.

The members of the other expedition teams were also seriously injured, lying on the ground, barely alive.

It's over... It's really over this time... I closed my eyes in despair.

Just then, I suddenly felt the monster pause for a moment.

I suddenly opened my eyes and saw the monster covering its eyes, letting out a painful roar.

Its eyes...its eyes seem to be bleeding!

Could it be... could its eyes be its weakness?!

A crazy idea flashed through my mind.

I mustered my last bit of strength and concentrated all my remaining spiritual power into my fingertips, condensing it into a dazzling light.

"Die!" I roared hysterically, hurling the ball of spiritual energy in my hand at the monster's eyes!

"laugh--"

The ball of light struck the monster's eye, producing a sickeningly loud sound.

The monster let out a deafening scream, and its massive body trembled violently.

I...I actually...I actually hurt it!

A surge of ecstasy welled up inside me, and I felt my whole body brimming with power.

However, this joy did not last long.

The monster's eyes were injured, but it was not blind.

It glared at me angrily.

Oh no! A sense of foreboding rose in my heart.

Wen Chen pulled me behind him and held me tightly in his arms.

"Yao...run..." His voice was so weak it was almost inaudible, yet it carried an undeniable command.

Run? Where to run?

Before I could even speak, I felt a powerful force push me away.

I staggered back a few steps and landed hard on my bottom.

I watched helplessly as the monster raised its giant claw again and slammed it down towards Wen Chen...

"No—" I screamed desperately, but there was nothing I could do.

"Wen Chen..."