Just as Jiu You had said, Liu Bai had no intention of targeting these top Divine Beast clans for now. The main matter had not yet begun, so there was no need for him to act hastily.
However, Liu Bai might not wish to cause trouble, but that did not mean others thought the same. As the central group, how could no one come looking for them at a time like this? That would leave nothing to write about.
A wave of icy power descended from the sky, and the newcomers' gazes locked onto Liu Bai's group of four.
Liu Bai raised his brow and looked at the descending team.
"Heh, what a narrow road for enemies."
The arrivals were naturally members of the Phoenix Clan. Besides the Ice Phoenix Clan, there was also the Scarlet Phoenix Clan. Although they belonged to different branches, they were both part of the Phoenix Clan and presented a united front against outsiders.
Mo Feng was far less relaxed than Liu Bai. His expression turned grave as he said, "The one leading them is Bai Ming, the strongest prodigy of the Ice Phoenix Clan. His combat strength is extremely formidable. It is said that years ago he had already defeated an Eighth-Grade Sovereign."
Hearing this, Liu Bai shifted his gaze to the leader. The man wore blue robes, his expression indifferent, and an extreme cold aura permeated his body. Wherever he stood, even the air quietly froze into ice.
"Indeed not bad. An Eighth-Grade Sovereign. With his top Divine Beast bloodline, he should possess Ninth-Grade combat power. As the leader of the Phoenix Clan this time, he likely carries a trump card. At the very least, a Quasi Saint Artifact."
With only brief analysis, Liu Bai estimated most of Bai Ming's strength.
In truth, it was based on his memory from the original story. However, Bai Ming's cultivation seemed slightly higher than Liu Bai remembered. Perhaps because Liu Bai's own cultivation had risen too much, even his opponents had been strengthened by some unseen force.
"Even better. The stronger he is, the more experience and beast soul points he will provide."
The Phoenix Clan members landed not far from Liu Bai's group and walked directly toward them.
This immediately drew the attention of everyone present, especially the several top Divine Beast clans, all watching with curiosity.
"Is that the Nine Nether Sparrow Clan? Their leader is actually a human, and his aura is powerful. He must be a Ninth-Grade Sovereign."
Many quickly recognized Liu Bai and the others.
However, Liu Bai's human identity caused dissatisfaction among several clans.
"This is the territory of the Spiritual Beasts. What right does a human have to come here?"
"He even dares provoke the Phoenix Clan. This human truly does not know the immensity of heaven and earth. Does he think a little strength allows him to run wild in our territory?"
In contrast to such anger and dissatisfaction, the Roc Clan and the Heavenly Ape Clan watched with interest.
"You actually dare to appear here!" Behind Bai Ming, Bai Bin, who had nearly been killed by Liu Bai before, stepped forward angrily.
Liu Bai did not even blink, replying calmly, "Oh? Is this the Phoenix Clan's territory? Are others forbidden to come?"
Bai Bin choked on his words and dared not continue.
The shadow Liu Bai had left on him was too deep. Seeing him again stirred inexplicable fear.
Bai Ming frowned and glanced at Bai Bin, a trace of coldness flashing in his eyes.
To be frightened by a human was a disgrace to the Phoenix Clan. He would have to discipline him upon returning.
"Of course you may come here. But provoking my Phoenix Clan comes at a price. I wonder if you are prepared to bear it." Bai Ming gently fanned the feather fan in his hand and spoke indifferently.
Liu Bai grinned. "You can try."
Before Liu Bai finished speaking, Bai Ming had already attacked.
Terrifying cold energy erupted from his body. The space before him froze, and white frost swept forward like a torrent, surging toward Liu Bai's group.
The white frost was overbearing. Wherever it passed, even spiritual power froze solid. The surrounding teams quickly retreated, their expressions wary. Bai Ming's strength exceeded their expectations.
Such frost would kill even a peak Seventh Grade Sovereign upon contact.
The Roc Clan and others also grew serious.
Liu Bai, however, remained calm. Before the frost arrived, purple flames spread around him. It was the Undying Flame obtained from Jiu You.
This caused many from the Phoenix Clan to change expression. The Undying Flame belonged to the Undying Bird, a Super Divine Beast of their clan. How could a human possess it? The only explanation was the Nine Nether Sparrow Clan member behind him.
The purple flames surged outward, directly evaporating the ice blue frost.
Seeing his attack blocked so easily, Bai Ming gained a clearer understanding of Liu Bai's strength.
Yet what concerned him most was not Liu Bai, but Jiu You behind him.
"The Undying Bird bloodline. It seems you came here for this Nine Nether Sparrow Clan member."
After the single exchange, Bai Ming did not continue. He knew that if he and Liu Bai truly fought here, others would intervene.
This was the entrance to the Divine Tomb Garden. If it were damaged, everyone would suffer.
The Phoenix Clan might disregard ordinary Spiritual Beast clans, but they could not ignore top Divine Beast clans like the Roc Clan and the Heavenly Ape Clan.
However, Liu Bai's action had already drawn attention. Many present could guess their purpose, so once inside the Divine Tomb Garden, trouble might arise.
Jiu You and Mo Feng could not help frowning.
Still, with Liu Bai present, there was no need for excessive worry. From beginning to end, Bai Ming did not even glance at Mo Feng and Mo Ling. He clearly knew the clan's decision. Although he looked down on their mixed blood status, he would not insult them publicly as Bai Bin had done. That would only expose the Ice Phoenix Clan's internal disgrace.
Thus, the disturbance subsided. But everyone understood that a battle between the Phoenix Clan and Liu Bai's group was inevitable. The question was whether this human could withstand the Phoenix Clan.
If not, his outcome would likely be grim.
"I wonder whether there truly is Phoenix Divine Blood within the Divine Tomb Garden. If not, the price we are paying may be too great." Jiu You frowned, worry on her face.
She was not worried about failing to find the Phoenix Divine Blood, but about Liu Bai provoking major trouble.
She had no doubt in Liu Bai's strength. Even against the numerous Phoenix Clan members, she believed he could cope.
But if he truly killed them, the consequences would be severe.
Liu Bai naturally understood her thoughts. He transmitted quietly, "Do not worry. There must be an Undying Bird that fell within the Divine Tomb Garden."
Jiu You was startled. "How can you be certain?"
Liu Bai raised his right arm. "It told me."
The it was not his arm, but the True Phoenix Spirit attached to it.
When they first arrived at the entrance of the Divine Tomb Garden, Liu Bai had sensed something unusual from the True Phoenix Spirit. From it he felt both wariness and closeness.
Only a bloodline similar to the True Phoenix could cause such a reaction. Within the Phoenix Clan, only two beings could evoke such feelings.
The True Phoenix and the Undying Bird.
There had never been any rumor of a True Phoenix falling within the Divine Tomb Garden, so there was only the second possibility.
Thinking of this, Jiu You's eyes lit up.
Not many people truly understood the situation within the Divine Tomb Garden, and no one stepped forward to explain it to the others. After all, everyone present was now a competitor.
According to Liu Bai's memory, the Divine Tomb Garden was divided into an inner region and an outer region.
There were no requirements to enter the outer region, but entering the inner region required qualifications. This qualification was the heart of an Eighth-Grade beast spirit.
As for the timing of entering the Divine Tomb Garden, there was no need to worry. They only had to watch the teams from the top Divine Beast clans. Whenever those teams entered, they would follow.
This was also the thought shared by most people.
And so, they waited.
Night faded and dawn arrived.
Under the light of the morning sun, the thick death energy at the entrance of the Divine Tomb Garden began to fluctuate violently and gradually dissipate. Although it did not completely vanish, its density had decreased considerably.
At the moment the death energy weakened, the teams of the top clans on the stone platforms ahead were the first to move.
"Move!"
The Nine-colored Peacock Clan took the lead and headed toward the Divine Tomb Garden.
The other teams quickly followed.
"Let us go as well."
Liu Bai rose and entered the Divine Tomb Garden together with Jiu You and the others.
In the distance, Bai Bin saw this and immediately moved beside Bai Ming, his eyes filled with malice. "Brother Bai Ming, that human brat has gone in!"
Bai Ming gently waved his feather fan and said calmly, "He has close ties with the Nine Nether Sparrow Clan. Since the Nine Nether Sparrow Clan has come here, their objective should be the same as ours."
Bai Bin frowned. "They dare to covet the Undying Bird inheritance essence blood as well?"
"The Nine Nether Sparrow Clan already carries the Undying Bird bloodline. If they obtain the inheritance essence blood, they can perfect their bloodline and gain the possibility of evolving into an Undying Bird."
A trace of ridicule appeared at the corner of Bai Ming's mouth. "For countless years, that inferior branch has dreamed of catching up to our clan. Now that news of the Undying Bird has surfaced, how could they not rush here?"
Bai Bin's eyes turned cold. "They want to catch up to our clan? Wishful thinking. Brother Bai Ming, we must deal with them!"
Bai Ming glanced at him indifferently and said slowly, "If they want the Undying Bird essence blood, they must first enter the inner region. There will be plenty of opportunities to deal with them then. But before that, our mission comes first."
"Yes, I understand."
Under Bai Ming's gaze, Bai Bin felt a chill in his heart and quickly responded.
Within the Divine Tomb Garden, dark red death energy filled the air.
Even with the Spirit-Purifying Lotus, they could not completely block the erosion of the death energy. Coupled with countless lurking beast spirits, Liu Bai and his group moved extremely cautiously.
"There are too many beast spirits. Many Eighth-Grade beast spirits are within herds. We have no chance to act," Jiu You said after they once again circled around a massive herd.
"Then we keep searching. We cannot be the only ones facing this situation. Even the top teams would not dare act recklessly against herds of that scale. We still have time. There is no need to rush."
After speaking, Liu Bai continued searching.
Soon, they sensed fluctuations from afar. Someone was fighting.
The four exchanged glances and silently moved toward the source.
By the time they arrived, the battle had ended. There was also a sizeable herd here, but after the fierce battle, fewer than a thousand remained.
"What a good opportunity. But we do not see the team that fought them. I wonder if they fled or were killed," Mo Ling said excitedly, her small face flushed with anticipation at the chance to reap the benefits.
"They likely fled. That works in our favor. Look, Jiu You, there is our target."
Following Liu Bai's gesture, the three quickly saw a figure standing atop a giant rock. The death energy fluctuations around it far exceeded those of the Seventh-Grade beast spirits. It was undoubtedly an Eighth-Grade beast spirit.
Moreover, its armor was damaged, clearly injured in the recent battle.
"In a moment, you three create some disturbance over there and draw the attention of the returning herd. I will swiftly kill this Eighth-Grade beast spirit and then we leave immediately."
Seeing that the herd had already been somewhat scattered by the earlier fight, Liu Bai immediately devised a plan.
"No problem. Leave it to us."
Jiu You and Mo Feng nodded.
The three departed as instructed, while Liu Bai slowly approached the Eighth-Grade beast spirit.
Lower grade beast spirits had weak perception, but reaching the Eighth-Grade was a qualitative change. Even Liu Bai did not dare get too close. The True Dragon Spirit attached itself to his left hand.
Suddenly, tremors erupted from a distant mountain peak. Jiu You and the others had begun.
This instantly drew the attention of all the beast spirits, and they rushed wildly toward the source of the disturbance.
The Eighth-Grade beast spirit also moved, but before it could act, a sharp killing intent descended from behind it.
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