Chapter 62

As they walked side by side, Zhao Shuo whispered with a smile, "Bai Jianjia, if that Old Lady Kuru and Hude Li were to fight, who do you think would be more powerful?"

As if in response to Zhao Shuo's words, a violent fluctuation spread through the heavens and earth. The dazzling pillar of light that had previously illuminated the sky suddenly vanished. However, since they were nearly ten thousand miles away, the two of them could not see what had actually happened.

Even though they couldn't see it, the energy fluctuations in the heavens and earth made it clear that Old Lady Kuru and Hude Li were engaged in a fierce battle, one that even shook the elemental energies of the world.

It had to be said that once one's cultivation reached a certain level, every move could trigger celestial phenomena. Both Old Lady Kuru and Hude Li were First Return Period experts, and if they were to fight, it would naturally be a spectacular and earth-shattering event.

Looking back, Bai Jianjia's eyes flashed with worry as she said, "We're still too close. We should find a place to hide. Otherwise, it won't take long for us to be affected by their battle, even from ten thousand miles away. Once we get caught in their fight, just the shockwaves could instantly crush us to pieces."

Without needing Bai Jianjia's reminder, Zhao Shuo had already sensed the approaching danger. In just a short time, the originally calm ground began to tremble slightly, and the gentle breeze started to pick up, gradually carrying a hint of malevolent energy.

"Those two old coots, do they really need to go all out like this? They're fighting over a treasure, but they don't need to drag us into it."

Zhao Shuo was seen stomping his feet and cursing, venting his frustration. Afterward, his gaze swept over the nearby mountain, and a smile appeared on his lips. His eyes lit up as he said to Bai Jianjia, who was looking around for a place to hide, "No need to think about it, let's go up the mountain."

Bai Jianjia was taken aback and looked at Zhao Shuo in surprise. She glanced at the towering mountain several dozen miles away, took a deep breath, and said, "Zhao Shuo, that mountain is so tall and full of elemental energy. It's clearly not an ordinary small hill. I'm afraid there are powerful beasts dwelling on it..."

Zhao Shuo chuckled, "If there weren't powerful beasts, I wouldn't go."

A hint of confusion appeared on her face, but Bai Jianjia quickly understood. A smile gradually spread across her lips as she whispered, "You want the beasts on the mountain to fight against Old Lady Kuru and Hude Li?"

Zhao Shuo sneered, "When the sky falls, the tall ones have to hold it up. Do you think we're the tall ones or the short ones here?"

Bai Jianjia nodded, "If that's the case, taking some risks is worth it. Besides, this mountain is so high that the powerful beasts dwelling on it are not so simple. As long as Old Lady Kuru and Hude Li aren't fools, they shouldn't risk provoking a powerful beast by getting too close to the mountain."

Zhao Shuo said, "That's right. Although there might be powerful beasts on the mountain, which pose a potential threat to us, with Hude Li and Old Lady Kuru around, I think even if the beast discovers us, it won't pay much attention to us."

As they watched, Old Lady Kuru and Hude Li continued their battle in the sky, moving in the direction of where Zhao Shuo and Bai Jianjia were. They were getting closer and closer, and the two could even feel the immense pressure emanating from them.

At the same time, shockwaves were flying everywhere, and in the distance, entire forests were being reduced to dust as if hit by powerful bombs.

Seeing this, Bai Jianjia grabbed Zhao Shuo and said, "Let's go, or we'll definitely be discovered. I don't think they'll mind taking us out as well."

"Madmen, real madmen. I think these two have lost their minds. Haven't they seen the mountain in front of them? Do they want to lure out the beasts from the mountain?"

Bai Jianjia, while pulling Zhao Shuo to escape, said, "I don't think they're mad. The treasure has driven them to this. They are completely obsessed with it. At this moment, they are only thinking about the treasure, not paying attention to their surroundings."

The two rushed to the foot of the mountain as fast as they could. Just as they steadied themselves, a deafening roar echoed through the sky, leaving them dazed and disoriented for a moment before they could react.

Leaning against a swaying tree, Zhao Shuo opened his mouth wide and stared at a massive creature in the sky.

The creature resembled an enlarged hunting dog, but the aura it emitted was far beyond that of a regular hunting dog.

The massive creature floating in the air let out a roar that echoed through the sky, instantly snapping Old Lady Kuru and Hude Li out of their frenzy. They exchanged a glance, each coldly snorted, and increased the distance between them, guarding against each other while also being wary of the suddenly appearing giant creature.

Both of them looked somewhat disheveled, but as First Return Period experts, they couldn't be defeated in a short time. So, at this moment, they were just a bit more disheveled, without any obvious injuries.

"Whistling Moon Divine Dog, heaven! There's actually a Whistling Moon Divine Dog here!"

Zhao Shuo clearly recognized the massive creature above. Hearing Bai Jianjia's low exclamation, he couldn't help but sneer, "Since even a Six-Tailed Spirit Fox has appeared here, why is it strange for a Whistling Moon Divine Dog to appear? Don't forget, this is an almost untouched secret realm. Who knows what monsters and treasures are inside?"

Not only Zhao Shuo and Bai Jianjia recognized it, but Hude Li and Old Lady Kuru also immediately identified the Whistling Moon Divine Dog. They were instantly alarmed. The Whistling Moon Divine Dog was a legendary creature. In ancient times, it was one of the few races that lived in peace with humans, a loyal friend to humanity.

Looking at the Whistling Moon Divine Dog, Old Lady Kuru's narrowed eyes suddenly flashed with a sharp light. She coldly glanced at Hude Li and said, "Hude Li, I won't compete with you for the pair of yin-yang swords, but you must let me have this Whistling Moon Divine Dog!"

Holding a large battle axe, Hude Li roared upon hearing this, "Why should I? Not to mention that I found the yin-yang swords, even this Whistling Moon Divine Dog wasn't found by you. Wanting me to give up? Impossible!"

Old Lady Kuru's face turned cold, and she sternly said, "So you insist on competing with me?"

Hude Li looked at Old Lady Kuru with caution and said, "Humph, you old hag, don't think everyone is afraid of you just because they let you have your way. They are giving you face, not because they think you are that powerful."