Chapter 537 - Fire-Scaled Beast

Blub, blub.

A heat wave hit Chen Fan as soon as he entered the cave. He could even hear the magma inside bubbling and churning.

He suspected that an underground volcano might be in the process of forming. After all, it takes tens of thousands of years for a volcano to develop fully.

Judging by the current state of things, it appeared that it would be a long time before it fully developed into a volcano.

As they ventured deeper, the ground temperature rose steadily. They had to channel their true primeval to protect their feet from being burned.

The light also grew dimmer as they went further in. However, being powerful martial artists, they could see in the dark as if it were daytime by channeling their true primeval energy to their eyes.

They could see everything ahead clearly. As they neared the magma pool, a red glow began to light up the cave.

Continuing further, they soon came upon a huge pool of magma, which was violently churning.

Chen Fan saw a red lotus floating in the middle of the magma pool, almost blending in with its surroundings and nearly imperceptible.

With his sharp vision, Chen Fan immediately recognized the herb. It was unmistakably an Earth Fire Heaven Lotus, with at least ten seeds in its pod.

“It’s indeed an Earth Fire Heaven Lotus!”

From the looks of it, the lotus had grown for over a thousand years using the energy in the magma pool. Its seeds’ medicinal potency was bound to be scarily high. In the outside world, it would be considered a rare, supreme treasure.

Splash!

The magma pool suddenly churned violently, and the sound of magma moving rang out. Next, a big, savage-looking head peeked out from the magma.

“

Roar

!” A deafening roar filled the cave, causing the air to explode with a powerful current.

Splash!

𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

In a flash, an enormous Fire-Scaled Beast flew out from the magma pool. The molten magma, which could melt a person, couldn’t harm the beast at all.

As the Fire-Scaled Beast breathed, sparks flew, and waves of heat carrying a burnt smell filled the air.

“

Roar

!” roared the beast fiercely at Xiao Zhen, recognizing him. Seeing Xiao Zhen returning with a helper, the beast's large eyes burned with fury.

Xiao Zhen's expression grew serious as he sent a voice transmission to Chen Fan, “Be careful, Brother Chen Fan. This beast is not an easy opponent. We’ll need to join forces to deal with it.”

Facing a Fire-Scaled Beast was no joke. Had it just been a three-revolution Golden Core level Fire-Scaled Beast, instead of a four-revolution one, he wouldn’t have been afraid.

The difference in strength between each level in the Nine Revolutions of the Golden Core realm was immense, like the difference between heaven and earth.

Even with Chen Fan's help, Xiao Zhen’s heart pounded with anxiety.

“No problem,” Chen Fan replied, licking his lips.

This Fire-Scaled Beast was indeed very powerful, but the Earth Fire Heaven Lotus was right in front of his eyes. No matter what, he had to get his hands on it.

“Do it!” Xiao Zhen shouted all of a sudden. His cultivation instantly erupted which produced a fierce gale as he shot forth. An ancient and simple-looking black saber appeared in his hand, and he slashed at the Fire-Scaled Beast.

The terrifying saber light instantly illuminated the space. It slashed toward the Fire-Scaled Beast’s head with a force that could cleave mountains and seas.

Clang!

However, Xiao Zhen’s attack only produced a clunk when it fell on the Fire-Scaled Beast’s head, sending sparks flying. This turn of events was a testament to the toughness of the beast’s skin.

“

Roar

!” The Fire-Scaled Beast was thoroughly enraged by this.

Chen Fan and Xiao Zhen had barged into its territory to snatch its Earth Fire Heaven Lotus. And before it could attack, one of the humans had dared to hit its head. How infuriating!

The Fire-Scaled Beast reacted instantly. It raised its terrifying front paw and swiped at Xiao Zhen.

The sharp claws gleamed with a chilling, metallic light, tearing through the air. Cold sweat ran down their backs.

Under this claw, even a titanium alloy plate would immediately crack.

Swish!

Chen Fan also made his move at this instant. Wielding the iron spear in hand, he leaped high into the air and stabbed out violently. The terrifying spear light could simply shatter stars.

“Roar!” The Fire-Scaled Beast directly opened its mouth wide and bit at him. With a crushing sound, it shattered Chen Fan’s spear light.

“You’re seeking death!” A cold light shone in Chen Fan’s eyes. His figure blurred as he launched another attack, attacking the beast violently.

Boom!

A crisp clang rang out as the enormous Fire-Scaled Beast was sent flying away. Yet, Chen Fan was speechless. The beast’s scales were terrifyingly tough.

Demonic beasts had a natural advantage over humans, with many possessing incredibly tough bodies. But finding one as resilient as this Fire-Scaled Beast was rare.

Although his last attack had sent the beast flying, it failed to injure it. All it did was shatter a few of its scales.

“Impressive, Brother Chen Fan. You actually sent this beast flying. How eye-opening,” Xiao Zhen remarked, surprised.

Despite being a three-revolution expert, he hadn’t been able to do that. Yet, Chen Fan, at the ninth-level Core Formation realm, had managed it. It was unbelievable.

No wonder he could chase down a large group of Mountain Lugging Bears. He truly found the right helper for this job.

“I just got lucky.” Chen Fan shook his head and said, “Its scales are just too much. Our attacks aren’t even enough to scratch its itch.”

Xiao Zhen’s eyes flickered, and he said, “I’ll hold it down. You look for a chance to seize the seeds. We’ll leave immediately after getting them.”

“Alright!” Chen Fan nodded.

It would be very difficult for them to kill the Fire-Scaled Beast, perhaps even impossible. So making a mad dash for it after completing their main objective was their only choice.

The humans and the beast were immediately entangled in a fierce battle in the underground cave, unleashing their full strength.

On several occasions, Chen Fan tried to snatch the Earth Fire Heaven Lotus, but the Fire-Scaled Beast’s awareness was also strong. It always kept the Earth Fire Heaven Lotus behind it.

Boom, boom, rumble!

Chen Fan and Xiao Zhen were almost pushing themselves to the limit. Qi waves rolled and churned in the entire underground space like a tsunami. Their qi surged in the air like a long river.