Section 6: Sky Fox Defeats Mountain Wolf
By Gu Zhenren
Posted: 2013-02-09
“Kid, you’ve got some nerve to force me to use my signature Demonic Beast. Get ready to face the might of the Mountain Wolf! Don’t forget who sent you to the Yellow Springs.”
As Bei Guangguang finished speaking, a sharp, piercing wolf’s howl erupted, shaking the heavens and earth and echoing through the mountains.
A great wolf made its grand entrance. Its colossal body was like a mountain. Each of its paws carved deep pits into the ground. Its long body coiled between two peaks, its forelegs resting on the left mountain and its hind legs planted on the right.
To this colossal wolf, the towering mountain peaks were merely small hills. If it stood on its hind legs, its head would tower higher than any surrounding peak.
Its grayish fur rippled in the mountain wind. Little Fly Yan, enveloped in its massive shadow, looked up and saw the fur on its body rolling like a vast gray prairie, a magnificent spectacle of wind sweeping through grass.
“This is a Spirit Monster Mountain Wolf with at least six thousand years of cultivation!” Chu Yun’s face was graver than ever before. The higher a Demonic Beast’s cultivation, the larger its volume.
In fact, when his Sky Fox reached the Spirit Monster level, its original form was also as large as a small mountain. However, compared to this Mountain Wolf, it was dwartish.
This Mountain Wolf’s cultivation was incredibly high, its Demonic energy surging so intensely it was almost tangible. The moment it appeared, its menacing aura overwhelmed the mountains and valleys within a thousand-mile radius.
In the distance, flocks of birds took to the sky, and countless beasts fled in panic. However, from prominent peaks or hidden valley floors, calls of defiance soon followed.
This was a suppression of hierarchy.
Only Demonic Beasts at the Spirit Monster level, sensing the Mountain Wolf’s presence, could remain composed.
*Roar!*
The Mountain Wolf let out a piercing shriek, like the wail of ghosts and wolves. Instantly, a cold wind swept through the air, and a wind scythe, formed from condensed black wind, materialized. With lightning speed, it tore through the sky, attacking the Sky Fox in the blink of an eye.
The Mountain Wolf possessed wind and darkness elemental attributes. This deathly wind scythe blade perfectly complemented its nature. Driven by its Spirit Monster cultivation, it tore through the air, slicing through everything in its path, even mountain peaks, which it cleaved in two as easily as slicing tofu.
“You dare to challenge the Sky Fox with cultivation methods… Meteor Archery!” Chu Yun sneered, returning the Lishan Dragon Eye Flower Branch and drawing the Hurricane Bow.
The bowstring vibrated, and arrows flew like meteors. In an instant, three arrows were loosed, finally shattering the Illusionary Mirror of Mutual Bliss.
With a soft cry, the young Sky Fox’s face flushed crimson, but her eyes cleared like water. Seeing the deathly wind scythe blade flying towards her, she transformed into her original form without Chu Yun’s command: a snow-white Sky Fox, smaller than the Mountain Wolf but still as massive as a small mountain.
*Boom!*
Opening its jaws, it unleashed a World-Ending Red Lotus.
The red lotus collided with the wind scythe blade, erupting in another blast. Dust and smoke billowed, obscuring the sky and earth.
As the smoke cleared, Bei Guangguang stood atop the Mountain Wolf’s head, while Chu Yun stood between the Sky Fox’s two tails. The two sides eyed each other warily, their gazes like blades clashing in mid-air.
Similarly, the two giant Spirit Monsters occupied separate mountain peaks, staring at each other across dozens of feet.
The Mountain Wolf had gray fur and green eyes, baring its fangs. The Sky Fox had snow-white fur and swayed its six tails.
Between them lay the massive crater left by their collision, twelve feet in diameter. One half was scorched red, while the other was riddled with claw marks and exuded a chilling aura.
“What an incredible battle! It’s just like the epics sung of…” Little Fly Yan was utterly mesmerized by the magnificent scene.
She gazed up at both sides, forgetting her own peril, lost in the spectacle, her safety completely overlooked.
“Look over there!”
“Who is fighting?!”
“Such a commotion must mean a battle between powerhouses. I didn’t expect people to clash before the Endless Forest even opens!”
The battle between Chu Yun and Bei Guangguang was immense and sonorous. Despite being separated by towering mountains, it attracted the attention of many within the vicinity.
“That’s a Mountain Wolf, a Half-Supreme grade Demonic Beast, with extremely high cultivation!”
“Its opponent is a Sky Fox! Heavens, it’s truly a legendary Supreme grade Demonic Beast! Six tails, around two thousand years of cultivation.”
“Let’s go see who is fighting! The Demonic Beasts have transformed into their original forms and are going all out. This is a fight to the death!”
Generally, Spirit Monster level Demonic Beasts could not fully adapt to fighting in human form. Transforming into their original forms allowed them to unleash their full strength.
When Beast Masters fought to the point where their Demonic Beasts transformed, it signified that neither side was holding back; it was a true blood feud.
*Boom, boom, boom…*
A continuous barrage of explosions ensued. The Sky Fox unleashed various cultivation methods at the Mountain Wolf.
The Mountain Wolf’s learned techniques were not weak, but in the face of the Sky Fox, its use of them seemed clumsy.
After an initial exchange of cultivation methods, Bei Guangguang bitterly realized that although the Mountain Wolf had higher cultivation, its demonic essence was not as abundant as the Sky Fox’s. Its speed in unleashing cultivation methods was less than half that of the Sky Fox.
Six elemental cultivation methods converged into a dazzling, multicolored torrent. After a brief resistance, the Mountain Wolf cried out in agony, completely overwhelmed by the magnificent onslaught of cultivation methods, unable to lift its head.
“Earth Xuan Armor! Gold Light Blade!” Bei Guangguang, with his extensive combat experience, immediately changed tactics. An armor, textured like mountains, appeared on the Mountain Wolf’s body. Simultaneously, its wolf claws flashed with golden light, its ferocity soaring.
“Not good, the opponent is switching to close combat!” Chu Yun saw through the tactic at a glance and decisively ordered a change from his usual direct assault style. “Sky Fox, maneuver, create distance, and retaliate with cultivation methods.”
As the Mountain Wolf lunged, the Sky Fox decisively retreated. While retreating, it unleashed various cultivation methods, causing the Xuan Armor on the Mountain Wolf to shatter piece by piece.
“Damn you, kid!” Bei Guangguang was momentarily stunned. He had heard of the Little Tyrant’s reputation; ever since his debut, his battles had been characterized by a fierce, straightforward charge. He never expected him to instantly change tactics and employ treacherous guerrilla warfare.
“You even have this move!” Bei Guangguang gritted his teeth in anger. The distance between the Mountain Wolf and the Sky Fox was maintained, and he couldn’t seem to close it. The multitude of cultivation methods from the Sky Fox struck the Mountain Wolf, which could only endure them head-on. With each retreat and advance, the Mountain Wolf sustained more and more injuries, quickly becoming battered and bruised.
Although the Sky Fox had mastered only three Supreme grade cultivation methods, coupled with the amplification from the “Enhancement” method, even ordinary Upper grade methods possessed half-Supreme power. This cumulative effect was difficult for the Mountain Wolf to withstand.
“Hundred Mile Flight!” Bei Guangguang shouted in desperation, activating a speed-boosting cultivation method. The Mountain Wolf’s speed suddenly surged, instantly closing the distance. The Sky Fox excelled at cultivation methods but was weak in close combat. If the Mountain Wolf, with its superior cultivation, managed to grapple it, forcing close-quarters combat, there would be no hope of victory.
“Bei Guangguang is treacherous! He saved this speed-boosting technique until this moment, intending to catch me off guard. Too bad…” Chu Yun snorted, remaining calm in the face of danger. With a point of his finger, the colorless Rainbow Demon enveloped the Sky Fox, greatly increasing its speed and shaking off the Mountain Wolf once again.
“Good, very good!” Bei Guangguang’s anger flared, and he stomped his foot. Chu Yun’s combat experience was far beyond his imagination. He had expected to easily defeat this young descendant but found Chu Yun so shrewd and elusive. The veteran had to admit that the Mountain Wolf alone couldn’t defeat Chu Yun’s Sky Fox.
Bei Guangguang’s face darkened like water as he gritted his teeth. To be locked in such a prolonged battle with a younger descendant, who was ranked below him and only fifteen years old, without being able to secure a victory was an immense blow to his reputation if it ever got out.
Enraged, he went all out, multitasking. He simultaneously commanded the Mountain Wolf, the Illusionary Mirror of Mutual Bliss, and the Five Luo Rotten Flower Smoke, three Spirit Monsters. The mirror’s light scattered erratically, smoke billowed, wolf howls echoed, and the attacks were vicious and relentless, placing immense pressure on Chu Yun.
Chu Yun gritted his teeth and endured. This was the most arduous battle since his rebirth. Such a fierce opponent forced him to devote his entire heart and soul, pouring all his will into this fight.
The Sky Fox, the Drunken Snow Saber, the Lishan Dragon Eye Flower Branch, the colorless Rainbow Demon, the Hurricane Bow, and even the Circulating Elixir Tree—these Demonic Creatures were deployed in turns. Fire Virtue True Body, Water Virtue True Body, World-Ending Red Lotus, Wonder Gate Three Talents Saber, Enhancement cultivation method, Meteor Archery… countless cultivation methods flashed by as Chu Yun used them one after another.
This was Chu Yun fighting with all his might.
Truly investing everything he had, all his spirit, all his will. Facing such a formidable enemy, he became utterly absorbed, experiencing the joy of battle and clearly understanding his true strength.
“I only have two Spirit Monsters as my main force. While that’s fine in the Archipelago, compared to the older generation, this fighting power is insufficient. However, I still have quite a few Great Demonic Creatures. Their varied methods and high potential are precisely why I’ve held on until now.”
“Hahaha, this is exhilarating! In my previous life, I could only look up to existences like Bei Guangguang. In this life, I can fight him for thousands of rounds without defeat! Such is life; it calls for a grand song!”
The more Chu Yun fought, the higher his fighting spirit soared. Under such immense pressure, he not only endured but also gradually surpassed his limits.
The battle intent in his chest burned like a ferocious flame. His offense and defense transitioned seamlessly, becoming increasingly skilled and seasoned.
Although Bei Guangguang, relying on his cultivation, had gained a slight advantage, a growing sense of alarm filled his heart: “This Chu Yun’s potential is terrifying! He’s actually improving during the battle, skillfully combining various Demonic Beasts. He’s reached a level of proficiency that makes him seem like a completely different person from when the battle began. If I hadn’t seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn’t have believed it.”
