Looking at the Xiao Brothers and Lu Hongming joining forces to gain some advantage over the Fire Spirit Lion, Aotian spoke up and asked:
"Uncle Xiaoya, it seems that the Fire Spirit Lion is not a match for Lu Hongming and the others, right?"
Xiao Ya furrowed his brows, watching the constantly dodging Fire Spirit Lion. A serious expression appeared on his face as he said:
"Lu Hongming and the others are probably not the opponents of the Fire Spirit Lion!"
"Oh?"
Upon hearing Xiao Ya's words, both Aotian and Wang Shuiqun were taken aback, then they cast puzzled glances at Xiao Ya.
After all, the Fire Spirit Lion was currently retreating under the combined efforts of the Xiao Brothers and Lu Hongming. Yet, Xiao Ya claimed that Lu Hongming and the others were not a match for the Fire Spirit Lion! What did this mean?
"If I am not mistaken, this Fire Spirit Lion has probably already stepped into the ranks of a Second-Level Mystic Beast, which is equivalent to a martial artist at the level of a Half-Step Human Spirit!” The tone of Xiao Ya revealed a strong sense of apprehension.
"Hiss!"
Immediately, both Aotian and Wang Shuiqun gasped in surprise.
A Half-Step Human Spirit martial artist is definitely not something an Innate Realm martial artist can compare to. Even an Innate Nine Levels martial artist would not be a match for a Half-Step Human Spirit martial artist.
The fact that this Fire Spirit Lion possessed strength comparable to that of a Half-Step Human Spirit martial artist made Aotian's apprehension grow even stronger.
Meanwhile, Wang Shuiqun's eyes were flickering, as if he was calculating something.
"Uncle Xiaoya, if this Fire Spirit Lion truly has the strength of a Half-Step Human Spirit, how could it be forced back by Lu Hongming and the others?" Aotian asked in confusion.
Just as Xiao Ya was about to respond, an overwhelming aura suddenly erupted from within the body of the Fire Spirit Lion. Instantly, the force of this aura caused the Xiao Brothers to stagger backward repeatedly.
As for Lu Hongming, he was struck hard in the chest by the Fire Spirit Lion's paw, sending him flying like a kite with its string cut.
Looking at the imposing Fire Spirit Lion standing majestically on the boulder, Aotian suddenly realized something.
It turned out that this Fire Spirit Lion had been preparing from the very beginning to use the strength of an Innate Nine Levels warrior to lure Lu Hongming and the Xiao Brothers down. Then, it created a situation where it appeared to be at a disadvantage, only to reveal its true strength when they let their guard down, ultimately injuring Lu Hongming.
Such tactics were quite cunning and sophisticated.
Moreover, this kind of strategy was executed by a Mystic Beast, which made Aotian increasingly wary of Mystic Beasts. It seemed that the intelligence of Mystic Beasts was sometimes not inferior to that of humans.
"Damn it! This Fire Spirit Lion has actually stepped into the ranks of Second-Level Mystic Beasts?!"
The eldest of the Xiao Brothers, Xiao Qingfeng, exclaimed in shock.
"Big brother, what should we do now?" asked Xiao Lengyue, the second brother.
Xiao Qingfeng glanced at Lu Hongming, who was surrounded and protected by members of the Skeleton Adventure Team not far away, and said solemnly, "In the short term, Lu Hongming no longer has the strength to fight. With just the three of us brothers, we are probably no match for that beast!" His tone was filled with deep reluctance.
"Then should we retreat?" asked Xiao Yanyang, the youngest brother.
"No way!" Xiao Qingfeng and Xiao Lengyue said in unison.
“Flame Sun, you understand your poison; only the Mystic Pill from the Fire Spirit Lion can resolve it. Don't say this Fire Spirit Lion only has the strength of a Half-Step Human Spirit; even if it truly possesses the strength of the Human Spirit Realm, both elder brother and second brother would have to give it a try!” Xiao Qingfeng said with a determined expression.
Although Xiao Lengyue did not speak, his eyes conveyed the message of “never give up.”
“Elder brother, second brother…” Xiao Yanyang's eyes began to redden slightly.
“Roar!”
Suddenly, the Fire Spirit Lion let out a tremendous roar, its eyes shimmering with faint flames as it fixed its gaze directly on the Xiao Brothers. The brutality contained within those eyes was evident to anyone.
As the Fire Spirit Lion locked its gaze on the Xiao Brothers, their expressions changed drastically, and they stepped back cautiously, looking at the Fire Spirit Lion standing on the boulder.
“Everyone!”
At that moment, Xiao Qingfeng suddenly spoke up:
“This Fire Spirit Lion has already stepped into the realm of Second-Level Mystic Beasts. None of us can match it alone, so I suggest we join forces to defeat it; otherwise, we will surely be picked off one by one!”
Upon hearing Xiao Qingfeng's words, everyone began to discuss among themselves. Some agreed with his proposal, some remained silent, and others even declared they would not get involved in this mess:
“Damn! A Half-Step Human Spirit? Such strength is enough to be a dominant force in Mystic Spirit Town; it's better not to provoke it!”
“Exactly! Fighting this Fire Spirit Lion, we would definitely be cannon fodder and suffer heavy casualties in the end!”
“Yes, maybe by the time we finish, that Mystic Spirit Fruit won't even be ours!”
“Forget it, let's go…”
Suddenly, some of the horses quietly left.
However, most of those who left were of lower strength, while those with some ability did not depart. Clearly, they still held onto a glimmer of hope that the last Mystic Spirit Fruit would be obtained by themselves.
Aotian glanced around and whispered:
"Uncle Xiaoya, can you conceal your cultivation in front of everyone?"
Xiao Ya was slightly taken aback, furrowing his brows in thought for a moment before replying:
"I am a warrior at the Innate Nine Levels. If I intentionally conceal my cultivation, neither the Xiao Brothers nor Lu Hongming would notice. As for the others, there is nothing to worry about, but..."
"But what?"
"The Fire Spirit Lion's cultivation is higher than mine. If it focuses its attention on me, it is very likely that I will be exposed," Xiao Ya said helplessly.
"What if my uncle mingles in the crowd? Would the Fire Spirit Lion notice?"
"As long as it does not focus its attention on me, it will not notice."
Aotian pondered for a moment and then transmitted a few words to Xiao Ya, who showed a hint of admiration in his eyes.
"Roar!"
The Fire Spirit Lion let out another roar, and a Crimson Beam shot out violently from its massive mouth, tearing through the air as it flew towards the Xiao Brothers.
The three of them changed their expressions drastically and shouted:
"Those who want the Mystic Spirit Fruit should take action; otherwise, everyone might leave empty-handed!"
As soon as the three finished speaking, three vast waves of Mystical Energy burst forth from their bodies, colliding fiercely with the incoming beam of light.
The surrounding warriors gritted their teeth at this sight. They quickly activated the Mystical Energy within them, directing it towards the Xiao Brothers to assist in attacking the Fire Spirit Lion. Clearly, they aimed to work together to defeat the Fire Spirit Lion.
They understood that Lu Hongming from the Skeleton Adventure Team had already lost the ability to fight. If the Xiao Brothers were also defeated, they would truly have no chance of obtaining the Mystic Spirit Fruit.
Thus, everyone decided to help the Xiao Brothers first by defeating the Fire Spirit Lion.
"Boom!"
Instantly, a sky full of Mystical Energy gathered together, transforming into a colorful Mystical Energy Whip that sliced through the air and struck fiercely against the Crimson Beam...
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