Versatile Sword Cultivator

Chapter 314 – Exotic Beast

Chapter 314 – Exotic Beast

Lin Jichen nodded repeatedly, recognizing that Chu Hongling's strength was undoubtedly top-tier among the current players.

Even though she wasn't using her full power, Lin Jichen was certain that her strength was not inferior to Xing Sen's, perhaps even stronger.

The reputation of the number one female Buddhist cultivator in Tale of Immortal was well-deserved.

He could tell that Chu Hongling was intentionally showcasing her abilities, wanting to prove her strength and not be underestimated by Lin Jichen.

Picking up the Soul Burial Mound, Chu Hongling returned to Lin Jichen's side, smiling as she took out the equipment she found inside, intending to split it with him.

Lin Jichen politely declined, not wanting to be petty over such equipment.

Chu Hongling didn't insist and put away the spoils, and the two continued their journey.

Two more days passed, and Lin Jichen and Chu Hongling were nearing the depths of the Hundred Thousand Mountains. The deeper they went, the more dangers they encountered.

They were very cautious, trying to avoid battles to prevent attracting more trouble.

"Lin Jichen, do you think the Exotic Beast, Flood Monkey, is here?" Chu Hongling asked, looking around the environment with some doubt.

Lin Jichen checked their location and pondered, "It should be here. Let me use feng shui technique to investigate."

"You know feng shui technique?" Chu Hongling asked, slightly surprised.

Lin Jichen didn't respond, instead using geomancy again. A Bagua diagram floated up, revealing a powerful aura hidden on the mountain ahead.

"It should be on that mountain. Let's go check it out."

Lin Jichen soared into the air on his sword, and Chu Hongling followed suit, flying towards the high mountain.

The pine trees roared, and clouds scattered.

A four-eared monkey was sleeping soundly, suddenly greeted by two unexpected guests.

The monkey opened its eyes, warily looking at the two.

"Is this the Exotic Beast, Flood Monkey?" Chu Hongling still couldn't quite believe it.

Lin Jichen nodded, "Yes, the Exotic Beast, Flood Monkey, has four ears, transformed from a spirit monkey. It's naturally alert and as swift as the wind. There's no mistake."

Chu Hongling's face lit up with joy, having finally found her target.

But before she could celebrate.

"Watch out!"

Lin Jichen shouted, and Chu Hongling saw a black shadow rushing towards her in a flash.

Bang!

Chu Hongling was sent flying, deep claw marks appearing on her chest, blood seeping out.

Lin Jichen's expression was odd, not expecting the beast to choose such a place to attack, targeting a beauty's chest.

Chu Hongling's brows furrowed in anger.

Her expression turned cold, her red lips moving as she chanted, and golden light burst from her body!

Chu Hongling's delicate white hand grasped the air, and a golden flying sword appeared in her hand.

"The Sword of Buddha!"

Chu Hongling threw the golden sword forward!

The golden sword shot towards the Flood Monkey!

The Flood Monkey dodged nimbly, and the golden sword missed.

The Flood Monkey made a sound, seemingly very pleased.

However, it didn't expect the golden sword to turn around after passing by, stabbing towards it again.

By the time it reacted, the golden sword had already pierced its shoulder. The Flood Monkey roared in anger, charging at Chu Hongling again.

Chu Hongling immediately engaged the Flood Monkey in battle. Lin Jichen didn't rush to help but instead checked the beast's information.

?Exotic Beast: Flood Monkey?

?Level: BOSS Grade?

?Strength: Golden Core Realm late stage?

?Health: 52500/55000?

?Attack: 500?

?Defense: 440?

?Speed: 520?

?Critical: 101?

?Heart Protection: 80?

?Toughness: 10%?

?Resistance: 15%?

?Water Resistance: 20%?

?Skills: Shadow Assault, Flood Monkey's Spear, Berserk, Heavenly Water Whirlwind, Diamond Strength?

Not bad, weaker than the Chibi Bird.

But still, a Golden Core Realm late-stage Exotic Beast, its strength was undeniable.

However, Chu Hongling's strength made Lin Jichen reevaluate her. With her early-Golden Core strength, she was holding her own against the Flood Monkey.

As a Buddhist cultivator, Chu Hongling not only had impressive defense but also numerous techniques, throwing out various Buddhist Secret Techniques as if they cost nothing.

Unfortunately, her speed was lacking, allowing the Flood Monkey to find a way to counter her, constantly pulling, ambushing, and dodging.

The more Chu Hongling fought, the more frustrated she became, eventually asking Lin Jichen for help.

"I can't hit it; it's too fast. Can you help me?"

Seeing Chu Hongling ask for help, Lin Jichen decided not to be a bystander anymore.

In a flash, he disappeared.

The Flood Monkey, still trying to use its speed to ambush Chu Hongling, suddenly found Lin Jichen in front of it.

"Wind Thunder Sword!"

Lin Jichen swung his Dark Night Sword, a black beam shooting out like lightning!

The Flood Monkey's Golden Core Spirit Shield shattered instantly, and the Dark Night Sword pierced half a foot into its chest!

[Critical Hit! -4300!]

The Flood Monkey screeched, trying to retreat from the battlefield.

However, after using Wind Thunder Sword, Lin Jichen's speed increased dramatically, making the Flood Monkey's speed seem insignificant.

Lin Jichen chased like a shadow, striking continuously, causing wounds to appear all over the Flood Monkey, its health plummeting.

Chu Hongling watched, her eyelids twitching. This guy... is he really only at the Crystal Realm?

The Flood Monkey didn't expect this Crystal Realm man to be even more difficult than the Golden Core woman. Seeing that dodging was useless, it decided to fight Lin Jichen to the end.

At this moment, Chu Hongling saw Lin Jichen holding off the troublesome Flood Monkey and immediately joined the battle.

Lin Jichen didn't forget to release Panda Xiong to gain some experience.

The two of them, along with the panda, surrounded the Flood Monkey.

Lin Jichen alone could handle it, let alone with Chu Hongling's powerful assistance.

The Exotic Beast Flood Monkey was overwhelmed, defeated in less than ten minutes.

Lin Jichen successfully helped Chu Hongling take down the beast.

Chu Hongling let out a long breath, a genuine smile appearing on her red lips.

"Thank you, Lin Jichen. Without your help, I really wouldn't have been able to deal with this Flood Monkey."

Lin Jichen gave her a knowing look, chuckling, "I feel like you still have a lot of tricks up your sleeve. Even without my help, I think you could have handled this Flood Monkey."

Chu Hongling, caught, smiled awkwardly, "Seeing through but not saying, still makes us good friends."

"But even if I used all my strength to defeat this Flood Monkey, it would have been very difficult, not as easy as now, and it would have taken much longer."

These words were Chu Hongling's true feelings, with no concealment.

Lin Jichen didn't mind, "Go pick up the Soul Burial Mound; it's all yours."

Chu Hongling nodded, walking straight to the Flood Monkey's Soul Burial Mound and taking out the spoils.

One Earth Grade, three Mysterious Grade, and several Spirit Grade items.

Chu Hongling was overjoyed, reporting the good news to Lin Jichen.

Lin Jichen couldn't help but laugh. Satisfied with this? With his luck, even a random beast BOSS would drop more than this.

For an Exotic Beast BOSS to drop so little, it was quite stingy.

Of course, Chu Hongling didn't know Lin Jichen's thoughts. If she did, she would be devastated.

In Tale of Immortal, with its pitifully low drop rate, finding so much equipment on one monster was already a stroke of luck.

She usually didn't even get a third of this from grinding monsters.

Comparisons really are odious.