The numerous students watched in horror as Lin Xuan was about to be swallowed by the Vajra Earthshatter Ape, chaos erupting around them.
"Lin Xuan! Quick, save Lin Xuan! Beast, don’t be so arrogant!"
In an instant, various martial techniques illuminated the air, blades flashing like rain as they bombarded the Vajra Earthshatter Ape. The creature disdainfully glanced at the attacks and swiped a paw, unleashing a violent force that sent several students flying, as if swept away by autumn winds. Those who were struck coughed up blood, their faces pale, clearly suffering serious injuries.
This beast is too strong! We are no match for it! Despair spread through the crowd. Together, they were still no match for the Vajra Earthshatter Ape, and with only two small first-year students left, how could they possibly turn the tide?
Instead of continuing its pursuit of them, the Vajra Earthshatter Ape turned its gaze back to the instructor Lin Xuan. Its crimson Giant Eye locked onto Lin Xuan with fury and madness, as if Lin Xuan had stolen its child.
What is this beast's problem? Does Lin Xuan have some treasure? Chen Li thought to himself, frowning at the scene. Just then, Chen Li's Divine Soul perception suddenly caught a hint of abnormality.
Hmm? Chen Li's gaze sharpened as he looked behind Lin Xuan; there seemed to be a faint energy fluctuation, barely visible.
Invisibility Illusion Talisman?! Chen Li was startled and instantly recognized the energy fluctuation. The Invisibility Illusion Talisman was an extremely precious talisman that could conceal one’s aura and form while transforming into another’s appearance, making it difficult for even high-level cultivators to detect.
I understand now! The thought in Chen Li's mind became clear in an instant. Just at that critical moment, a voice suddenly exploded in his mind.
[You have activated your bloodline power and triggered Maximum Insight, achieving enlightenment of the god-level talisman skill: Bloodline Divine Brush!]
Bloodline Divine Brush?! Chen Li's heart jolted; he had no time to ponder further as a strange power surged from deep within his bloodline, sketching a mysterious rune in his mind.
Chen Li didn’t have time to savor it; his face lit up with joy. It was just what he needed! He felt like he was in love with the system!
Without delay, he turned to Shen Qingyue beside him and instructed, "Yue'er, quickly take the senior brothers and sisters away; I’ll find a way to save our instructor!"
Shen Qingyue looked at Chen Li's confident expression and nodded her small head.
"Be careful!"
After saying that, Shen Qingyue's small hand waved, and Vital Energy swirled around her as she summoned her Flying Sword. Not only her Flying Sword, but even the Flying Swords of several Captain Trainees on the ground began to float in the air at that moment.
"We."
Shen Qingyue's voice was clear and powerful, leaving no room for dissent. Instantly, a group of people was lifted by the force and ascended onto the Flying Sword.
Then, the Flying Sword sped away, piercing through the air.
Seeing everyone leave, Chen Li let out a sigh of relief.
"Swift Wind Talisman!"
Without any hesitation, he quickly searched his mind and found a Talisman that matched his cultivation level. He concentrated Vital Energy at his fingertips and drew the rune in mid-air.
As the rune took shape, it transformed into a Liuguang that merged with Chen Li's body. In the next moment, Chen Li felt incredibly light, his speed skyrocketing as he closed the distance to Lin Xuan in the blink of an eye.
He grabbed the Talisman on Lin Xuan and gently pulled it off. Then, with a flick of his wrist, he cast the Invisibility Illusion Talisman onto a distant tree.
Boom!
The Invisibility Illusion Talisman exploded, and the tree instantly transformed into the figure of their mentor, Lin Xuan. The Vajra Earthshatter Ape, having lost its target, paused for a moment; a flicker of confusion passed through its crimson Giant Eye before it noticed the tree that had taken on Lin Xuan's appearance.
The wild aura emanating from it receded like a tide, and with a low growl, it charged toward the distant tree.
Lin Xuan narrowly escaped disaster, gasping for breath as he stared in disbelief at where the Vajra Earthshatter Ape had disappeared, confusion and fear evident in his eyes.
What just happened? Why did that beast suddenly run away? Lin Xuan furrowed his brow in puzzlement.
Chen Li pointed toward the distant Invisibility Illusion Talisman that had transformed into Lin Xuan's likeness and said, "Someone might have borrowed your face to do something bad."
"We should hurry; otherwise, if that beast reacts in time, we won't be able to escape."
Upon hearing this, Lin Xuan glanced at that direction with a changing expression. However, understanding Chen Li's meaning, he hesitated no longer and swiftly picked up Chen Li.
A deep voice carried a hint of gratitude: "Little one, we..."
As he spoke, Lin Xuan activated his movement technique, darting like lightning toward the direction the students had fled. At that moment, he felt a surge of relief within himself. Thankfully, he had brought along Chen Li and Shen Qingyue before coming here. Otherwise, who knew what kind of consequences might have ensued?
Chen Li, being carried swiftly by Lin Xuan, kept his gaze fixed on the Vajra Earthshatter Ape. This massive creature was no low-level beast, Chen Li thought to himself. It was injured, but in this frenzied state, it wouldn't be able to maintain its strength for long.
A bold idea flickered in his mind: if they could take it down, wouldn’t that be a huge gain? A Fourth-Stage Beast would surely fetch at least a thousand Spirit Coins, right?
A thousand Spirit Coins—Chen Li could almost see the gleaming silver beckoning to him. That would be enough to buy a high-grade third-tier spirit stone, and perhaps even a decent weapon. The more he thought about it, the more excited he became, unable to resist licking his lips in anticipation.
Lin Xuan, who was racing with Chen Li in his arms, felt an inexplicable unease wash over him and couldn’t help but sneeze several times in succession.
"Achoo! Achoo!"
How strange, he thought as he rubbed his nose and muttered to himself. Could someone be speaking ill of me behind my back?
Chen Li glanced at his mentor Lin Xuan with a mix of embarrassment and sympathy, stifling a laugh. He had initially thought Lin Xuan was a rigid and eccentric instructor, but this serious demeanor turned out to be quite endearing.
If possible, he wanted to help mentor Lin Xuan uncover whoever was plotting against him. After all, someone who would scheme against their instructor clearly had no regard for the lives of the students accompanying him.
Such a malicious person needed to be found quickly; they were undoubtedly a great threat!
Unbeknownst to them, the figure of the Vajra Earthshatter Ape grew distant. Chen Li could only watch as the creature uprooted trees and flattened everything around it.
Clearly, this beast had realized it had been tricked!
Chen Li felt puzzled about what kind of wicked scheme had been devised using their mentor's appearance that could drive a Fourth-Stage Beast into such madness.
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