Chapter 221: Battlefield Scavenger
Translator: 549690339 I
After experiencing the second thunder tribulation, Lei Canghe’s aura became somewhat chaotic, and his Gold Body was affected, with several fine cracks appearing, through which faint golden blood oozed.
However, the golden runes surrounding his body became more condensed, as if breaking through a certain limit.
Apart from that, the golden thunder around him began to subtly change compared to before, and its power was not much weaker than the second thunder tribulation.
Looking slightly disheveled, Lei Canghe raised his head to glance at the increasingly darker sky and murmured softly, “The power of the third thunder tribulation is at least three times stronger than before. With my current state, even successfully getting through it is a problem, let alone absorbing the thunder tribulation’s power to enhance the potential of Law Runes.
It seems that the preparations I made before have to be put to use.”
Under the eyes of the people of the Flying Spirit Martial Academy, a flash of light suddenly appeared in Lei Canghe’s hand, followed by a small jade bottle.
Inside it was a transparent, pure white liquid. The moment he opened the bottle stopper, Lei Canghe tilted his head back and swallowed it all.
Immediately after, the tiny cracks on his Gold Body began to heal at a visible speed.
In one or two breaths’ time, it had become as good as new, and one could even faintly see a crystalline luster seeping out.
“What kind of treasure is that? It not only instantly restores the damaged Gold Body but also takes it a step further.”
The onlookers were astonished.
“If I’m not mistaken, what Elder Lei swallowed earlier should be the Spirit Earth Core Jade Marrow.”
One of the elders, a mid-Gold Body Realm cultivator, stroked his beard as he spoke.
Hearing this, many people looked puzzled, as they clearly had no idea what Spirit Earth Core Jade Marrow was.
Only Lu Yun looked amazed.
As a Sixth Grade Alchemist who had accepted many memories, he naturally knew about the Spirit Earth Core Jade Marrow.
The Spirit Earth Core Jade Marrow was an extremely precious heavenly treasure that could not only instantaneously shatter a damaged Gold Body but also further enhance the Gold Body’s potential.
Moreover, this heavenly treasure was extremely scarce, only forming in the core of spirit veins.
The small bottle Lei Canghe consumed was worth no less than any Seventh Grade pill.
Given Lei Canghe’s strength and status, it was a stroke of luck for him to obtain such a priceless heavenly treasure.
On the other side, the elder also explained the effects of the Spirit Earth Core Jade Marrow to the other disciples, similar to what Lu Yun understood.
“In that case, Elder Lei should be able to successfully pass the tribulation and become the second Rune Seed Realm powerhouse of our Flying Spirit Martial Academy.”
Thinking of this, smiles appeared on the faces of Baili Yi, Bai Haoxuan, and others.
Although the Rune Seed Realm was not considered a strong realm in the whole Morigin, it was still part of the most top-tier group in Ling Province.
Having one more Rune Seed Realm cultivator would enhance the potential and foundation of the Flying Spirit Martial Academy.
When Lei Canghe achieved the Rune Seed Realm, they would share the glory.
Just then, the last thunder tribulation brewing in the dark clouds finally transformed into a lightning torrent and descended.
The terrifying tribulation shook the heavens and changed the color of the sky and earth.
Having recovered to his peak state and even elevated further, Lei Canghe stood still in mid-air, his eyes filled with unwavering determination and flickering golden thunder.
“Success or failure will be determined in this one move.”
Immediately after, he plunged into the rolling thunder tribulation without any hesitation.
Everything was engulfed, and the entire world was filled with endless tribulation and an overwhelmingly vast power that made the entire mountain range tremble violently as if it was on the verge of splitting apart.
“I wonder which lucky fellow is going through the tribulation to advance to the Rune Seed Realm at this moment.”
The thunder tribulation occurring here had attracted the attention of some cultivators in the Rune Seed Realm thousands of miles away.
However, these Rune Seed Realm powerhouses only took a distant glance and had no intention of coming over to investigate further.
At this critical moment of crossing the tribulation, the last thing they wanted was the sudden intrusion of other powerful people. As veterans themselves, they knew this all too well and didn’t want to offend the soon-to-be Rune Seed Realm lucky one.
Meanwhile, in a corner of the mountain range, a group of massive sea beasts was hiding.
“We’re only ten thousand miles away from the Human Race army camp. If we act now, we might draw the attention of their powerful beings. Let’s bear with it for now!”
A large and terrifying sea beast among them said.
These sea beasts had come following the smell of war.
They were often referred to as “battlefield scavengers.”
After every human war, there were bound to be many Martial Artist corpses left behind. Even after the battlefield was cleaned up, some would remain uncollected.
Their original goal was to find these overlooked Martial Artist corpses, but due to the Far Suppression Legion’s continuous presence, they didn’t dare enter the battlefield and could only wander around the periphery.
Now, they suddenly discovered a human Gold Body Realm powerhouse in the midst of tribulation, which attracted their attention.
“Hmph, human powerhouses are suspicious of each other, and they definitely won’t let other powerhouses approach during tribulation. This is our chance.”
A sea beast with the most powerful aura and a fish head on a human body said indifferently.
Despite being small in size, it was a genuine top-tier Sixth Rank, not far from achieving the Seventh Rank.
“But once the opponent breaks through, they’ll be in the Seventh Realm. Even if we all attack together, it won’t be enough for him to kill us with a single slap.”
A sea beast with a turtle shell on its back said, its eyes flashing with a glimmer of wisdom.
“You’re clearly not that smart, yet you insist on pretending to be wise.”
The fish-headed sea beast glanced at it and said disdainfully, “Humans and us sea beasts are the same, as long as we survive the Thunder Tribulation, there will be a period of weakness.”
“Ahem, is that so?”
Seeing the other sea beasts not responding, it could only give an awkward laugh and say, “In that case, this powerful human is destined to become our food.”
Upon hearing this, the other sea beasts all became restless.
The flesh of a Rune Seed Realm expert held great temptations for them.
“The Thunder Tribulation isn’t over yet, and we must not act rashly. Otherwise, there won’t be good results for us.”
“Once the Thunder Tribulation is over, we’ll take action immediately so that the human expert doesn’t have time to react. Otherwise, if we allow him to hold on until other human experts arrive, we’ll be in trouble.”
The fish-headed sea beast warned the other beasts behind it.
The dense Thunder Tribulation in the sky lasted for almost an hour before the tribulation clouds slowly dissipated.
The dark horizon also gradually brightened with the return of light.
“Did he succeed?”
Everyone in the Flying Spirit Martial Academy was anxiously watching the area where Lei Canghe had experienced the tribulation.
All they saw was that the once towering peak had been flattened, with crisscrossing ravines everywhere, and filled with the potent tribulation power.
And Lei Canghe’s figure was nowhere to be found.
“Elder Lei, could it be…”
Bai Haoxuan said with a trembling tone.
Lu Yun glanced at the mountain range to the left and behind him, and a hint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes.
But the most important thing now was to investigate Lei Canghe’s situation.
“Don’t jump to conclusions. Let’s go over there and check it out first.” Lu Yun instructed the others and quickly flew towards the site where Lei Canghe had faced the tribulation.
At the same time, the impatient sea beasts also sprinted quickly to the site.
For them, whether the human expert had successfully passed the tribulation or not, he still held great attraction.
Of course, it would be best if he had passed it, as the flesh of a Sixth Realm human expert couldn’t compare to that of a Seventh Realm one.
As for Lu Yun and the others, they weren’t even taken into consideration by the sea beasts.
Being mere Fifth Realm individuals, they would have already been devoured by the sea beasts if it were at any other time.
It was only because they wanted to avoid startling their prey earlier that they had refrained from taking action.
Now, they could seize the opportunity and have a feast.
Reaching the site where the tribulation had taken place, Lu Yun soared into the sky, searched for Lei Canghe’s trace from a high vantage point.
The power of the third Thunder Tribulation greatly exceeded Lei Canghe’s expectations, and Lu Yun and the others hadn’t anticipated that the last one of the 1-3 thunder tribulation would be so terrifying either.
The tribulation power completely enveloped everything, plunging the world into darkness and causing them to lose sight of Lei Canghe’s trace in the final moment.
When the tribulation dissipated, they still couldn’t find any trace of Lei Canghe.
They searched the area within a radius of several tens of miles, but still, no sign of him was found.
“Could it be that Elder Lei has been reduced to ashes by the tribulation!” one of the Origin Fluid Realm disciples said nervously.
As soon as these words came out, the others didn’t refute it because Lei Canghe’s approach to facing the tribulation was too audacious: he had actively faced the Thunder Tribulation and forcibly absorbed its power.
Even the strongest Gold Body wouldn’t be able to withstand such consumption.
After searching for a long time and scouring an area several tens of miles in radius without finding any trace of Lei Canghe, the others also began to harbor such thoughts in their minds.
However, it wasn’t appropriate to say such things given the current situation.
Lu Yun didn’t say anything and continued searching.
At that moment, there was a slight movement in a particularly deep ravine, followed by a faint golden light emanating from within.
Although the light was weak, it was instantly captured by Lu Yun.
With a flash of his figure, he dove down, carrying a streak of purple thunderbolt.
The turbulent Yuan Hai overturned all the fallen boulders, and a figure with wilted aura appeared before Lu Yun in an instant.
At this moment, Lei Canghe was not only weak in aura, but his Gold Body was also in a battered state as if he’d suffered a massive blow.
If it weren’t for the strong pressure and terrifying vitality emanating from that broken body, Lu Yun would have thought that Lei Canghe had failed in his tribulation.
With a flash in his eyes, Lu Yun grabbed Lei Canghe in one hand and flew out of the ravine.
Seeing Lu Yun returning with the severely injured Lei Canghe, the disciple who had spoken earlier gave an embarrassed smile.
“Hahaha, everyone, the time for our feast has come!”
The roar of the beasts sounded before their arrival.
The extremely arrogant voice echoed through the sky, followed by a thunderous rumble. The sudden event left the members of the Flying Spirit Martial Academy momentarily at a loss as to what had happened.
“You all take care of Elder Lei, leave the rest to me!”
Lu Yun gently placed Lei Canghe on the ground, a cold light flashed in his eyes, the Yuan Hai surged, releasing an incredibly powerful aura as he stepped into the void and faced the beasts..