The Astral Pet Store
The Chapter 181
Astral Pet Store – Chapter 181
Once again, the group approached the entrance of the damaged cave, most of which had been buried behind the rubble.
With a hasty move, Nie Chengkong entered through the gap first, followed by the other members.
Even with astral enhanced vision, people found it difficult to see things clearly inside the dark cave. Moreover, there seemed to be a strange energy in the environment blocking their senses.
Nie Chengkong suddenly realized something was wrong. There were pieces of broken stone on the floor, which was not surprising since the Fire Flood Dragon could definitely leave such chaos by taking a walk. The problem was, the stones only covered a narrow path rather than the entire tunnel as if it was not a dragon, but something smaller that walked through there.
But ... The dragon used this cave a moment before. Could there be another monster that called the same place home?
Nie Chengkong put those thoughts at the back of his mind and moved faster.
As no one spoke, they could hear their own footsteps echoing between the walls while carrying a strong smell that indicated the unkempt lifestyle of the previous cave owners.
As they walked deeper, the air around them slowly became hotter, until they stopped in front of a bright lava pool, which was a bright lava pool, opposite it lay another cave entrance that seemed larger than the one they were passing through. Su Ping frowned as he realized it. that the area no longer looked as he remembered it; within the “ dragon-scale lands, the” Fire Blood Dragon had marked the end of the cave. There shouldn't be any more.
Maybe the Fire Blood Dragon has dug a second “kamar” in its nest?
It is not uncommon to find new elements emerging around the sector when the field of system cultivation fails to predict them. With this thought in mind, Su Ping decided to let the matter go.
“The treasure is there. That's for sure.” Nie Chengkong's eyes were filled with great excitement.
The lava pool was supposed to be a “bak bath” Dragon Blood Fire, meaning the second cave at the far end could be his bedroom. It was the perfect place to store treasure.
“Everything, wait here. I'll be right back.” Nie Chengkong prepared to go there alone.
Since the Fire Blood Dragon was no longer around, leaping deadly lava should not be a problem. He wanted to take the treasure as quickly as possible and finish it off.
“I'll go with you, captain. Just in case something else is still hiding in the dark.” Ye Chenshan suggested with a worried expression.
Nie Chengkong gave her a reassuring smile. “No need. The Fire Blood Dragon had always been aloof. They never tolerate other life forms within their territory. I'll make it
fast.”
In fact, Nie Chengkong did not want others to know about the existence of the Astral Spirit Fruit if he found it inside the cave. If the message gets out, he as the owner of the fruit must constantly expect danger and malice due to the greed of people.
“Sure, captain.” Ye Chenshan has resigned. “Be careful!”
“I will.”
Chen and Old Mo exchanged glances as the two of them realized what was going on. They had enough reason to believe that Nie Chengkong was hiding an important clue from them.
However, they will not question Nie Chengkong because selfishness is the right attitude to take as a settler. On the other hand, they would be suspicious if Nie Chengkong was too generous.
Nie Chengkong took a deep breath, walked to the edge of the pond and took a huge leap. The bubbling lava beneath him actually looked dangerous as if something was about to appear. Fortunately, this didn't happen. After landing safely on the other side, Nie Chengkong quickly entered another cave and disappeared from everyone's sight.
Su Ping found it strange that Nie Chengkong caught some kind of precious treasure when this place had not been explored by anyone. But he doesn't care much. The Astral Spirit Fruit meant nothing to him.
His Dark Dragon Hound suddenly sent him a warning; there was a smell of different creatures looming over.
Surprised, Su Ping quickly looked around.
Something exploded on the other side of the lava pool. To be exact, the explosion came straight from where Nie Chenkong disappeared from.
People were already agitated as they did not know what kind of trap was hidden in this place. They were all shocked to hear that sudden voice.
“Omong empty. We have to help the captain!” Ye Chenshan said first. He could not afford to lose his Nie Chengkong because he meant so much to him.
Guo Yuelin looked at Old Mo and Chen. “Quick, let's go together.”
Chen pouted as he struggled to make a decision. Something tells him that running away is the best option, but his conscience won't let him leave the team so soon.
He ordered his Earthen Dragon to provide assistance. The dragon slammed its claws onto the floor and created a gigantic stone pillar that connected the two edges of the pond like a bridge.
Ye Chenshan rushed across the bridge first, while Su Ping followed him.
“Captain!” Ye Chenshan called out as hard as he could, but got no response whatsoever. The cave returned to complete silence after the previous explosion, and it simply made everyone stressed.
Ye Chenshan wanted to go save Nie Chengkong as soon as possible, even though his sanity controlled him. He patiently waited for the others to contact him, before sending his pet away to lurk in front. They saw the depths of the second cave slightly shining. It was a dim blue light enough to help them look around them. “Captain?” Ye Chenshan called out again as he slowly entered the cave. After moving across the entrance, they saw that the light source was a blue tree growing in the middle of a vast cave. All the leaves of the tree pulsed with a soft blue hue, accompanied by a single blue fruit in the center of the leaves that looked rather beautiful. Su Ping immediately confirmed that the fruit was an Astral Spirit Fruit. During the exploration of the dragon-scale land, this tree used to be located in a dangerous place next to a lava pool.
Oh hell. Su Ping suddenly had a bad premonition. The tree cannot move on its own. Either the Fire Blood Dragon brought him here, or—
“Captain!” Guo Yuelin called out and started rushing to one side of the cave, where Nie Chenkong had collapsed on the floor. He had a big stab on his chest that was bleeding like crazy. “No, return!” Su Ping called the woman. As an experienced settler, Guo Yuelin heeded the warning without a second thought. He managed to stop his steps immediately and took a step back.
He's not fast enough. Countless spikes suddenly emerged from the walls and ceiling, almost instantly piercing his entire body, including his head.
His body twitched for a few seconds before completely stopping.
Ye Chenshan and Luo Guxue gasped in despair when they saw their friend and teammate die in the blink of an eye. Meanwhile, Old Mo and Chen quickly asked their pets to protect them.
Similarly, Su Ping summoned the Small Skeleton, Purple Python and Black Dragon Dog to protect him. As for the Hell Dragon, it was too big to move freely in this cave.
“There is something here ..” Old Mo's face turned pale as he communicated with his Terrestrial Tracker. “Itu—ada around us.”
He heard the sound of blood flowing. Anywhere. Inside the wall. He also noticed that Nie Chengkong was still breathing. Just barely. Nie Chengkong would definitely die within a few minutes if first aid was not given.
“What—apa—what is it?” Luo Guxue suddenly pointed somewhere with a horrified look.
People saw a huge crater right in front of the blue tree. Big, and deep. Using the bright light provided by the Holy Flame Bird, one could only see the tip of what was buried beneath there.
They tried to focus and look further down; they were all frozen in place due to the terrifying sight. Including Su Ping, who never expected to see such a thing.
Bodies.
There were countless dragon corpses. Not an ordinary dragon, but a slender-bodied “Jiaolong” type that has died young, visible from small shoots on their heads that have not yet grown into horns.
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