Chapter 954 - 952: Chill Qi Invading the Heart
After a little while, Shen Yan’s complexion gradually improved, indicating that Chen Tianlong’s Powerful Qi was indeed effective.
Shen Yan was a cultivator, and after circulating her Heart Method for a while, she felt nothing serious was wrong, but her heart area continued to throb with a lingering pain, and a chill refused to leave.
"Shen Yan, how are you feeling?" Chen Tianlong knew that the cold invading the heart wasn’t easily resolved, only temporarily dormant for now. Although it wouldn’t be fatal in the short-term, his priority was to escape from what appeared to be an Illusion Array and find Lin Wushuang.
Lin Wushuang’s injuries were urgent, and if he didn’t find her soon, she might perish.
"I’m okay, I can walk on my own." Taking a deep breath, Shen Yan stood up, walked a few steps, and felt fine, then resumed her usual movements.
Seeing that she was alright, Chen Tianlong led the two to continue traveling.
"Woof woof!"
Suddenly, a round of barking echoed again, and Chen Tianlong frowned. In such cold weather, even cultivators like him couldn’t withstand it, let alone a dog?
While he was pondering, the nearby bushes began shaking violently, indicating something was about to emerge.
"Xiaoyu, Shen Yan, quickly come to my side."
Chen Tianlong dared not delay; he didn’t know what was ahead. The creature had previously howled like a wolf, unclear if it was a dog dressed as a wolf or a wolf dressed as a dog. Regardless, its howl revealed its oddity.
"Chen Tianlong, what... what is that thing? It looks terrifying." Lu Xiaoyu wasn’t too afraid upon seeing the creature, confident with Chen Tianlong around.
Chen Tianlong was like her deity; as long as he was nearby, there was no need to worry, as he would handle it.
At this moment, Shen Yan also stepped forward. Being a cultivator, dealing with a dog wasn’t an issue.
"Chen Tianlong, go for it, kill that wolfdog." Lu Xiaoyu waved her fist, cheering for Chen Tianlong.
Chen Tianlong smiled wryly and nodded. Although Lu Xiaoyu seemed different from before, becoming more adorable, her cuteness and dynamism remained unchanged.
"Alright, leave it to me." Chen Tianlong picked up a stick from the side and slowly approached.
"Stupid wolfdog, get out here, stop hiding and scaring people. If you have the guts, come out for a one-on-one fight." Chen Tianlong crouched down, grabbed a handful of snow, and hurled it forcefully.
"Awoo..."
The creature suddenly charged out of the bushes, its eyes dazzling brightly in the dim surroundings. The wolfdog appeared small, resembling a military dog, and was evidently very agile.
Its nose had always been sensitive, following the trio ever since they appeared on the mountains.
Chen Tianlong was stunned and backed up several steps upon realizing it wasn’t a regular wolfdog but a Cultivation Divine Dog.
Moreover, the Cultivation Divine Dog was astoundingly powerful, at the Celestial Dao first star level.
Damn, Chen Tianlong cursed inwardly. What kind of place was this where even random dogs were at the Celestial Dao level, making cultivators like them feel inferior?
Sensing the Divine Dog’s powerful Qi wave, Chen Tianlong dared not engage. Forget the Divine Dog; even a Celestial Dao first star person would be too much, considering his current abilities were only at the Tunnel six stars.
Despite having some tricks up his sleeve, in such a cold place and with two women around, he couldn’t flee.
"Alas, this is fate."
Chen Tianlong felt exhausted. Wherever he went, he seemed to barely survive by exerting his last ounce of strength. Now, it seemed the trio’s fate hung by a thread here.
Nonetheless, Chen Tianlong still grasped three silver needles. So far, for long-range attacks, this was the most effective method unless someday the Dragon-Subduing Fist could also achieve long-range effects, like a Telekinesis Wave.
Seeing Chen Tianlong retreat, Shen Yan sensed something amiss. From her understanding of Chen Tianlong, he only acted this way when facing formidable opponents; otherwise, he’d never retreat.
Considering this, Shen Yan grabbed a stick and approached.
If Chen Tianlong died, then both women would likely perish too. Together they might have a slim chance to eliminate the wild dog.
Lu Xiaoyu watched Shen Yan take up a stick, knowing she couldn’t remain idle. She found a large tree branch and joined in.
"Wolfdog, if you dare to come over, I’ll kill you." Lu Xiaoyu spoke with slight timidity.
Chen Tianlong chuckled bitterly, but it was heartening for these two women to muster the courage to fight alongside him.
"Xiaoyu, Shen Yan, if it attacks, make sure to run towards me, don’t run alone, understand?" Their courage was commendable, but they couldn’t be reckless.
Even if it was a Spirit Beast Dog, Chen Tianlong’s strength should hold out for a while.
The two nodded, indicating agreement.
At this moment, the Divine Dog began slowly advancing towards them. Spirit Beasts were remarkable as they could identify the most powerful among the trio and aim to eliminate that individual first, while the other two were deemed insignificant.
In an instant, the Divine Dog sprinted accurately towards Chen Tianlong, its speed akin to lightning.
Watching the Divine Dog approach, Chen Tianlong was already prepared. With his first strike, he intended to test the Divine Dog’s might before deciding whether to unleash his ultimate move.
After all, the Soul-Stealing Three Needles considerably depleted his energy, and if it missed the enemy, his stamina would be drained.
Otherwise, if he used it and it had no effect, he’d be left too exhausted to even walk.
Therefore, Chen Tianlong opted for ordinary techniques instead.
"Boom!"
His fists struck out simultaneously, unleashing a formidable punch Qi that sent the Divine Dog flying.
Chen Tianlong was taken aback; wasn’t this Divine Dog supposed to be Celestial Dao first star? How was it so easily defeated? It didn’t make sense.
While Chen Tianlong pondered, the Divine Dog suddenly howled and stood up again. Previously only waist-high, it instantly grew as tall and mighty as a steed.
The most alarming part was its two canine teeth, which in the snow’s reflection exuded a chill, startling Chen Tianlong and the two women.
"Xiaoyu, Shen Yan, come closer, no matter what, don’t leave my side."
Chen Tianlong knew the Divine Dog was about to go berserk; their fate depended on this moment. If they could evade it, they’d be safe; if not, they’d perish tonight.
The two obediently drew near, sticking closely to Chen Tianlong.
Chen Tianlong activated his Powerful Qi shield, forming a protective barrier using ten percent of his Qi. If the Divine Dog attacked Lu Xiaoyu or Shen Yan, he’d intervene first.
"Awoo..."
The Divine Dog roared towards the sky, its eyes turning blood-red, as if enraged, and leapt forward.
This time was no exception; its sole target was Chen Tianlong, disregarding the two women entirely.
Chen Tianlong understood somewhat, so he fell backward, causing the Divine Dog to miss its target. But after the Divine Dog departed, Chen Tianlong performed a backflip, springing up from the ground.