The Book Soul Chronicles: Godslayer

Chapter 133 The Secret Treasure Appears

Qingwu and his group finally decided to investigate. Since such a large beast tide could be caused, they had to at least join in the fun.

Of course, their decision wasn't made out of mere curiosity, but rather based on their individual strength, which at least guaranteed them the ability to escape in case of danger.

Especially after experiencing a beast tide, they couldn't even find a way out for the time being. It seemed that there was something wrong with this secret realm, or that it was being manipulated by someone. In short, they had no choice but to stay. Since they couldn't get out anyway, they might as well go and take a look!

Several people shared the same idea, and after discussing it, they decided to go and see what was going on.

Without hesitation, the group flew off in the direction the beast tide had originally fled.

Qingwu and the others saw a magnificent scene of all beasts paying homage from more than a hundred miles away. All the spirit beasts were kneeling in one direction, as if in fear, but also mixed with excitement.

The place they worshipped was bathed in radiant light, but at its very bottom lay a land of lava, so deep that just getting close felt like melting one's soul. The lava bubbled and gurgled like boiling water, as if waiting for something to descend.

The surrounding area was being searched not only by Qingwu and her group, but also by many surviving rogue cultivators and members of the three major families. However, many of them hid, as the situation was unclear and everyone adhered to the principle of "if it's dangerous, you go first," quietly playing the role of a quail.

However, no one dared to approach the central area. Even Shengshi dared not explore too much. The higher the cultivation level of the spirit beasts, the closer they were to the central area. No one was foolish enough to challenge this group of high-level spirit beasts, especially since they were waiting for what was inside.

Unexpectedly, everyone felt the earth shake violently, and the spirit beasts in front became restless, with all sorts of beast cries coming from them. Everyone's eyes turned to the place that caused this sudden change.

The crowd's gazes held curiosity, fear, but mostly greed; the secret treasure was finally about to be revealed.

As the tremors intensified, the roars of the beasts became more frequent, but the sounds were noticeably less noisy than at the beginning. Many low-level spirit beasts could no longer withstand the pressure and trembled, unable to utter a sound. They could only lie on the ground to show their submission.

Only the high-level spirit beasts in the central area roared, as if trying to awaken something.

Finally, after a short while, the magma in the middle erupted, a clear bird song rang out, and a giant bird took flight with a burst of fire. What followed was an immense pressure that made all the spirit beasts kneel on the ground and tremble.

Even those a hundred miles away felt the pressure and quickly activated their spiritual energy to protect themselves and resist the oppressive force.

Someone exclaimed, "It's a mythical phoenix! The phoenix has appeared in the world! A mythical beast has appeared! There really are mythical beasts in this world!"

Everyone was in an uproar. That was a divine beast! Who wouldn't be envious? Whoever obtained it would have all the cultivation, fortune, and fame they could want, and might even have a chance to ascend to the upper realm.

Qingwu and the others were indeed shocked. Was this the power of a divine beast? It could crush a whole group just with its aura. They couldn't imagine how strong it would be if it actually fought.

However, despite their thoughts, they were also self-aware and knew their own limitations. So they were only slightly surprised and did not become greedy. Instead, they simply watched the show with amusement and added a few more protective talismans and concealing talismans to the group.

He planned to sneak away and watch the show before everyone realized what was happening, hoping to snag a bargain!

But things always take unexpected turns. Just as she was about to take action, something unexpected happened. The people around her went berserk, attacking anyone they saw, their eyes bloodshot, their faces contorted with rage, muttering, "The phoenix is ​​mine, and no one can take it from me!"

But Qingwu and the others felt as if time had stood still. They saw the phoenix lock onto them with its divine sense, and they were extremely anxious, but they couldn't move an inch. They could even see the contempt in its eyes for those greedy people!

Qingwu and the others felt as if their souls had left their bodies. Their bodies still held their astonished expressions, but their souls passed over the fighting people and the kneeling spirit beasts on the ground. The entire space seemed to freeze, and only their souls continued to drift forward.

As they approached the phoenix's enormous body, they discovered a massive vortex in the air above its center, constantly absorbing the surrounding spiritual energy.

"This is... a teleportation array?" Qingwu was startled.

Just then, a phoenix flew out of the vortex, emanating a powerful aura that inspired awe in all who beheld it.

Phoenix glanced at Qingwu and the others, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, but it quickly turned into joy.

"We've finally waited for you..." the phoenix said, its voice clear and melodious. "I am the guardian of this place, and this beast tide was brought here to lure you here."

Qingwu and the others exchanged glances, their hearts filled with doubt.

"May I ask, sir, what brings you here?" Qingwu asked.

The phoenix smiled and said, "I was only ordered to come and lend you a hand!"