Beast Taming: Slaughter Atlas

Hongyang nodded upon hearing this and said, "Although this plan is not thoroughly detailed, it is quite feasible. However, there is only one Key, so how should we allocate it?"

Upon hearing this, everyone turned to look at Chu Chen. After all, profit distribution is the main focus.

Chu Chen smiled and said, "The final right to use the Secret Realm belongs to the Daoist School. My suggestion is to distribute according to contribution. You can all activate the recording function of your Communication Bracelet during the battle, and capture the entire process. The Daoist School will allocate rewards based on individual performance. What do you all think?"

"That's a good idea, let's do it."

"Indeed, this way everyone benefits, and whether one gains more or less depends on one's own strength."

"Yes, let's do it this way. This way there is no competition, and we can fight with a clear mind. But how do we persuade the Star Beasts on the other side?" Hongyang asked again.

"That's simple. Let's each choose two people, and whoever snatches the Key will get it," Chu Chen said confidently.

"Sounds good, but who should we choose on our side?"

Upon hearing this, everyone started discussing again. This matter concerned everyone's interests, so caution was necessary.

Chu Chen did not say much but turned to Zhang Yuyan next to him and said, "Are you interested in participating?"

Zhang Yuyan rolled her eyes at Chu Chen and said, "If Elder Zhang finds out you're always taking me on adventures, what do you think he'll do to you?"

Chu Chen's face turned grim immediately. He quickly waved his hand and said, "Just pretend I didn't say anything."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yuyan burst into laughter.

"Haha, I'm just teasing you. I'll accompany you on the trip."

Chu Chen's face immediately lit up with joy. He had his reasons for bringing Zhang Yuyan along.

Firstly, Zhang Yuyan's strength was not weak, so participating in the fight for the Secret Key was reasonable. Secondly, she had many trump cards, so if they truly encountered danger, she could turn the peril into safety. Lastly, having an ally beside him during the fight for the Key would allow him to unleash his full strength.

Seeing that people were still discussing, Chu Chen clapped his hands and said, "Alright, let's leave this dangerous task to the two of us."

Everyone was taken aback by these words and looked at the two with frowns.

"Hey, you called Chu Chen, right? This concerns everyone's interest, how can it be treated lightly? Moreover, you're only at the Ninth Rank War General Level. With your strength, you might not be up to the task."

"Yes! We have several at the Commander Level here, why is it up to you?"

Chu Chen remained calm upon hearing this. Instead of arguing, he waved his hand to summon the Shadow Golden Mantis.

After being healed by the Holy Light Elf, its injuries were fully recovered. Along with food replenishment, it returned to about seventy or eighty percent of its condition.

If Li Yifei faced the current Shadow Golden Mantis, he might not even have the chance to use a Potential Pill.

The moment the Shadow Golden Mantis appeared, it saw so many humans and instinctively let out a roar, unleashing its Peak Commander Level aura without reservation.

Everyone felt enveloped by a cold murderous intent, as if they were about to meet their end the next moment.

Seeing the trembling crowd, Chu Chen wore a satisfied smile and asked, "Does anyone still have any objections now?"

Everyone quickly shook their heads, fearing that if they were too slow, they'd be dispatched by the Shadow Golden Mantis on the spot.

"Very well, let's go negotiate with the Star Beasts." With that, he stored the Shadow Golden Mantis back into the Beast Taming Bracelet.

Seeing this, Hongyang was surprised and said, "Is this a Star Beast?"

Chu Chen nodded nonchalantly.

"Brother Chu, you're playing with fire. It might turn on you at any moment."

"Don't worry, I have my ways."

"Alright, I'll accompany you to negotiate with those Star Beasts." With that, he summoned his own Guardian Beast.

When the Star Beast side saw the approaching humans, they weren't surprised. Anyone with an interest in the Key would inevitably seek cooperation, especially since they had cooperated before.

During their cooperation, neither side did anything excessive, so they maintained trust.

With this foundation of cooperation, this negotiation went unexpectedly smoothly.

After Chu Chen and his partner left, the Star Beasts engaged in a heated discussion. They eventually decided to send two Commander Level Eighth Rank Star Beasts to fight for the Secret Key along with Chu Chen and his partner.

The two Star Beasts were the White-headed Fire Eagle and the Swift Wind Demon Wolf.

Humans had the means to Seal the Realm, and the Star Beasts had similar means, though at a significant cost.

Chu Chen summoned the Slaughter Atlas to check and found that the quality of both Star Beasts was only at the Outstanding Level Lower Grade. Clearly, they had limited potential and were considered cannon fodder in the fight for the Secret Realm.

To ensure the Key was smoothly acquired, both sides agreed that after obtaining the Key, the four of them would compete for its final ownership.

Once all the battle arrangements were in place, an hour had passed.

By now, all the Guardian Beasts had returned to Peak condition.

Chu Chen checked the Communication Bracelet and said to everyone, "It's getting late, let's set off."

Upon hearing this, everyone rose and headed toward the central area.

Chu Chen and his companion, along with two Guardian Beasts, took a detour and hid on the side.

Led by Hongyang, the group soon engaged the swarm in battle again.

This time, however, they didn't charge all at once; instead, they formed a line, spreading the swarm out completely.

Their attacks were not fierce; instead, they focused on defense.

Whenever the swarm showed signs of retreating, their attacks would intensify slightly. Once the swarm chased again, they would continue to drag it out until it was pulled away from the central area.

Seeing this, Chu Chen's face brightened with joy. He immediately summoned the Shadow Golden Mantis and leapt onto its back.

The Shadow Golden Mantis growled low in displeasure at the weight it felt on its back, but it held back.

"Come on," Chu Chen said to Zhang Yuyan.

Without hesitation, Zhang Yuyan jumped on as well.

Seeing this, the Swift Wind Demon Wolf also quickly jumped onto the White-headed Fire Eagle's back.

Under the lead of the White-headed Fire Eagle, the two humans and three beasts quickly flew towards where the Key was located.

The Shadow Golden Mantis flew very fast and quite steadily, and Chu Chen felt no bumps, only the loud noise of its vibrating wings.

However, Chu Chen had great adaptability, and he believed he would get used to it since he intended to bond with the Shadow Golden Mantis in the future.

Moreover, it was a flying-type Guardian Beast; even if not perfect, Chu Chen accepted it gladly.

A flying-type Guardian Beast was swift for travel, better than the Nirvana and Thunder Brilliance Incense mounts.

Soon, the White-headed Fire Eagle arrived before a giant tree.

Chu Chen could clearly sense a strong spatial fluctuation coming from the treetop.

Looking up, he saw a bright green circular crystal floating there.

"The Secret Key," Chu Chen exclaimed.

Upon seeing this, the White-headed Fire Eagle immediately rushed toward the Key.

Seeing this, the Shadow Golden Mantis was about to follow, but Chu Chen stopped it.

Just as the White-headed Fire Eagle was about to reach the Key, the ground suddenly shook and five giant white beetles burst out from underground.