Top-tier Unruly Master-Chapter 1629 - 1666: Guardian Yuan Beast

However, Ah Du was also uncertain whether his judgment was correct. He was quite frightened at the time and only focused on fleeing in panic, without observing the Yuan Beast much.

Ding Fan heard the other’s words and felt somewhat surprised in his heart. He hadn’t expected that the reason this oasis absorbed vitality was actually because of a Yuan Beast. He knew that Ah Du’s words were not very certain, but Ding Fan felt that it was possible, even though such a Yuan Beast had never been heard of in the Cultivation World.

But here is the Xuantian Secret Realm, and many of the Yuan Beasts encountered before were ones he had never seen before, so the existence of such a Yuan Beast is very likely. However, if this is the case, Ding Fan’s optimism diminished.

Just one Yuan Beast can absorb the vitality of this oasis. It’s easy to imagine that this Yuan Beast is definitely not a simple existence. Such skill wouldn’t even be achievable by a Divination Stage cultivator, clearly indicating that this Yuan Beast is nothing ordinary. Its rank is likely not below Seventh Grade.

Although Ding Fan is not afraid of Seventh Grade Yuan Beasts, releasing the Frost Toad could easily deal with Seventh Grade Yuan Beasts.

But if it’s a Yuan Beast above Seventh Grade, even though the Frost Toad wouldn’t fear it, it might not be that easy to deal with. At that time, his own safety might not be so secure. After all, even if the Frost Toad can handle the Yuan Beast, it wouldn’t have the spare effort to protect him.

Guo Linn also heard the conversation between Ding Fan and Guo Linn, feeling tense in his heart. He shares the same understanding as Ding Fan; he understands that if the oasis’s vitality is indeed being absorbed by that Yuan Beast, then this Yuan Beast must be an extremely powerful entity, one that he definitely cannot handle.

Guo Linn knows that his strength is already top-notch among the thirty-six caves, and in the Cultivation World, he can be considered a leader among the younger generation. But compared to Ah Du, he knows he falls a bit short. Seeing the Yuan Beast, the other party only chose to flee, clearly indicating that he certainly wouldn’t be the opponent of the Yuan Beast.

At this moment, Guo Linn’s hope rests entirely upon Ding Fan. After all, Ding Fan had previously slain a Seventh Grade Yuan Beast, but now the Guardian Yuan Beast of the Sword Washing Pool they’re facing is not just any Seventh Grade Yuan Beast. Guo Linn’s gaze towards Ding Fan no longer holds that initial confidence.

At this moment, Ah Du was also looking at Ding Fan, unsure of what to say for a moment. Though he was overly confident, facing the Yuan Beast, he was one hundred percent sure that he was definitely not its opponent. At this moment, he and the others had already reached the entrance to the cave at the Sword Washing Pool, and whether they could enter this cave depended solely on Ding Fan.

Likewise, Ah Du, even knowing Ding Fan’s capabilities, had witnessed his strength along the way, which was indeed superior to his. But whether he would be a match for the Yuan Beast, he couldn’t confidently say.

"Why don’t we observe for a while tonight before taking action?"

Guo Linn, who had always been quite anxious about the Sword Washing Pool, spoke to Ding Fan with a heavy face, suggesting in a negotiation manner.

Guo Linn cherished the opportunity to enter the Xuantian Secret Realm, but facing such a formidable Yuan Beast now, and since the Yuan Beast is still in the dark from their perspective, he had to be cautious and could not impulsively rush.

"No, the vitality absorbed here is too fast. Although the Rebirth Pill I refined can still last half a month at this rate of consumption, if the oasis’s vitality is indeed being absorbed by the Yuan Beast guarding the Sword Washing Pool, then if we attack the Yuan Beast, the vitality within us would deplete even faster than it is now, and these Rebirth Pills in our possession might not be sufficient."

Ding Fan directly rejected Guo Linn’s suggestion, still analyzing with Divine Sense.

Ah Du agreed with Ding Fan, echoing:

"Ding Fan is right, if things are as I said, then clearly the closer we get to the Yuan Beast, the faster the vitality will be absorbed. If we fight the Yuan Beast, we’ll likely need more vitality."

Guo Linn heard the two’s words and realized their reasoning was sound. His expression grew heavier, falling into silence, unsure of what to do. At this moment, they had struggled to reach the cave entrance at the Sword Washing Pool but were blocked by the Guardian Yuan Beast. Leaving was certainly not an option now, but how could they slay the Guardian Yuan Beast and enter the Sword Washing Pool?

"What if we stealthily sneak in? Didn’t we all conceal our auras? The Yuan Beast might not notice us."

Guo Linn spoke with a sliver of hope.

Ding Fan shook his head and refused:

"Although we’ve concealed our auras, it doesn’t necessarily work against Yuan Beasts. We were already attacked by a Yuan Beast before, proving that even with concealed auras, the Yuan Beast can still see us. This approach won’t work."

Ah Du nodded, indicating agreement with Ding Fan’s statement.

Suddenly, the three fell into deep thought, realizing that addressing such a formidable Guardian Yuan Beast wasn’t easy. This situation pained all three, seeing the treasure so close yet unreachable was maddening. Being experienced cultivators, they knew that even amidst eagerness for the treasure in the Sword Washing Pool, they couldn’t rush; this was a time for calmness.

Time passed as the three pondered, their brows furrowed, struggling to devising a solution. At this moment, Ding Fan broke the silence, speaking to the two using Divine Sense:

"If you trust me, wait here for me. I’ll meet the Yuan Beast alone. Although the Yuan Beast is challenging, it’ll be more convenient for me to handle it alone, and my chances of success will be greater."

Guo Linn and Ah Du were taken aback when they heard Ding Fan’s words. They hadn’t expected Ding Fan to ask to enter the cave himself. It was well known that the Yuan Beast inside the cave was at least Seventh Grade, clearly not something regular cultivators could handle. Guo Linn couldn’t help but directly use Divine Sense to express his worried objections to Ding Fan:

"Big Brother, although I know your power is far beyond mine, even if the three of us go in together, we might not be the match for that Yuan Beast. It’s too dangerous for you to go alone. I disagree."

At this moment, Ah Du’s brow furrowed slightly, and he wasn’t very optimistic about Ding Fan’s idea. While he felt a bit envious of Ding Fan’s exceptional strength, the fact was the three of them were in the Xuantian Secret Realm. If Ding Fan lost his life to the Yuan Beast inside, their chances of survival in the Secret Realm would be significantly reduced.

After all, losing one person undeniably meant losing a considerable amount of power, and that person being Ding Fan was particularly significant. If it were Guo Linn entering the Xuantian Secret Realm, Ah Du might not object so strongly, as Guo Linn was weaker than him, and his life or death wouldn’t affect him much. It was just that surviving and returning to the Cultivation World would be awkward to explain to the Lake Master.

Yet, the situation with Ding Fan was clearly different. Ding Fan’s power was exceptionally strong, and had it not been for his presence earlier, they would have already perished in the Xuantian Secret Realm. Evidently, with Ding Fan around, their survival odds in the Secret Realm were somewhat increased.

Then, Ah Du joined Guo Linn, very much disagreeing as he spoke to Ding Fan:

"I also disagree. The Yuan Beast is even more dangerous than you imagine. What if something happens to you in there? You must think of us too, not just yourself. We already number so few, and losing one would drastically decrease our overall survival rate in the Xuantian Secret Realm. Even if someone must enter, it shouldn’t be you. Let it be me; if I die, it will be a contribution to the Thirty-Six Holes and the Lake Master!"

When Ding Fan heard Ah Du’s words, he was taken aback by Ah Du’s willingness to sacrifice himself at such a critical moment, even at the cost of his life. Despite Ah Du’s arrogance in Ding Fan’s eyes, such devotion to the bigger picture and righteous qualities also made Ding Fan regard him highly.

Guo Linn heard Ah Du’s words and questioned with some confusion through Divine Sense:

"Does one person really have to enter alone? But that Yuan Beast is so powerful, even if we go in, we are not its match."

"Because I have a certain level of confidence, Ah Du, even if I cannot go in, I still have a ninety percent chance of getting out. Do you have that?"

Ding Fan seriously said to the two using Divine Sense.

Ah Du heard Ding Fan’s words and was momentarily speechless to refute. Ding Fan’s strength was indeed much greater than his own, but if something were to happen to Ding Fan in that cave, it would be too late for anything.

Guo Linn also heard Ding Fan’s words and didn’t know what to say for a moment. It was known that the Yuan Beast wasn’t ordinary, and how could Ding Fan possibly slay it? Even escaping from its jaws seemed a challenging task. For a moment, the faces of Guo Linn and Ah Du were filled with worry.

"Rest assured, I’ll be fine. Long Ren’s task for me isn’t completed yet. I want to make sure you leave here alive. I won’t break my promise."

Seeing the two’s concerned expressions, Ding Fan confidently reassured them.

Guo Linn and Ah Du exchanged troubled glances. Despite Ding Fan’s confident appearance, how could they not worry about him taking such a huge risk?

Guo Linn couldn’t help but ask Ding Fan:

"Big Brother, is there no other way? Could we lure the Yuan Beast out together and slay it?"

"Do you think you could be a match for the Yuan Beast? I’d have to protect you too, making the battle even harder."

Ding Fan immediately rejected the idea.

Guo Linn and Ah Du wanted to continue persuading Ding Fan, but Ding Fan quickly interjected:

"We don’t have much time to waste, and I believe the Sword Washing Pool doesn’t have just this Guardian Yuan Beast. Obtaining what’s inside looks easy, yet there are more challenges ahead. Leave this Yuan Beast to me. I’ll finish it quickly."

When Guo Linn and Ah Du heard Ding Fan’s words, they sensed his resolve was firm. They understood that no matter how much they tried to persuade, it would be of no use. Ding Fan had valid points; they didn’t have much time left. Nearly ten days had passed since entering the Xuantian Secret Realm.

Time was running out.

Moreover, they had arrived at the entrance of the Sword Washing Pool, but they still knew nothing about the cave’s interior. As Ding Fan mentioned, acquiring the treasures within the Sword Washing Pool was still no simple feat.