NOVEL NEXT Chapter 296 Northern Territory
A massive ice beast, covered in thick ice armor, appeared before them, attacking them viciously. Its blood-red eyes glowed with ferocity, making it look utterly terrifying.
At that moment, the beast's gaze focused on the Supreme Spirit Stone in Gu Sheng's hand, evidently regarding them as enemies obstructing its goal to seize the treasure.
"Everyone, stay calm! Let's attack together!"
Gu Sheng commanded the group with a cool demeanor, organizing their offense. He understood that while the ice beast was exceedingly powerful, unity and combined strength would surely lead them to victory.
Thus, he took the lead and attacked the beast head-on, with the others swiftly following, launching a barrage of ferocious strikes.
In an instant, blades flashed, swords danced, and Qi Force surged across the mountaintop, plunging the peak into utter chaos. Under the relentless assault of the group, the ice beast began to show signs of weariness...
After an intense battle, Gu Sheng and the others finally overcame the beast, slaying it under their swords. Gasping for breath, they stared at the fallen beast and the Supreme Spirit Stone, glowing with soft, radiant light, triumphant smiles spreading across their faces.
"Amazing! We did it!" Qin Xuan cheered ecstatically.
"Yes! The Supreme Spirit Stone is ours now!"
Others voiced their agreement, brimming with excitement. They knew well that this Spirit Stone would provide immeasurable benefits for their cultivation, sparking an unparalleled joy.
Gu Sheng, however, remained silent, standing in place quietly. He knew the hard-fought victory was significant, but he also understood that the road ahead would be long and arduous… They would need to keep moving forward, exploring more unknowns and possibilities!
In his heart, Gu Sheng silently vowed: he would lead everyone down a path of strength, forging a future of triumph and glory for them all to witness!
After taking a short break to rest and celebrate, the group pressed further into the Northern Territory to continue their training. Over the next few days, they faced countless challenges and danger.
Sometimes battling ferocious ancient creatures, sometimes enduring treacherous terrain, sometimes struggling against sudden blizzards blocking their way… Yet no matter the adversity or challenge, Gu Sheng and his companions overcame them all through solidarity and courage.
Their strength grew tremendously from these trials, reaching new heights with each hardship they encountered!
One day, they arrived at a vast icy lake, utterly tranquil, its surface concealed beneath thick layers of ice.
Yet from the moment their feet touched the ice, an inexplicable sense of oppression gripped them, as though some terrifying presence lay dormant beneath the lake's surface!
"Everyone, be cautious. This place doesn't seem ordinary," Gu Sheng warned. He could sense an immense energy stirring beneath the ice, threatening to erupt at any moment.
He directed the group to remain vigilant, preparing for any unexpected events.
As they carefully advanced across the lake, calamity struck suddenly!
Without warning, the serene ice surface cracked open with a massive fissure, instantly unleashing a powerful suction force that drew Gu Sheng and the others into the depths!
"Ah—!"
The group cried out before losing consciousness… When they awoke, they found themselves within a mysterious new realm. The surroundings were encased in icy walls; overhead loomed a pitch-black sky.
They lay on a hardened sheet of ice, their bodies stiff and overcome by biting cold...
"Where are we? How did we end up here?"
Su Yao asked in confusion. The rest shook their heads, equally lost as to what had transpired.
As Gu Sheng's team struggled to make sense of their plight, they realized they had stumbled upon an entirely strange world. Endless icy plains stretched far and wide, sparsely dotted with hardy Immortal Herbs stubbornly pushing through the frigid ground.
From above, crystalline snowflakes floated gently downward, their presence adding a tranquil beauty to the desolation of the ice field.
"Where could this place possibly be?"
Gu Sheng scanned the area, his brows furrowed deeply. The air here carried a peculiar, ancient aura, distinct from the Northern Territory they had explored before.
"It seems… we've been transported to an unknown realm," Su Yao murmured, her expression equally somber.
As they pondered, a sudden commotion broke the silence—a cacophony of galloping hooves tore through the icy landscape. Turning to look, the group spotted a massive black dog sprinting toward them from afar, a pack of Martial Artists chasing close behind.
"Look! That black dog!" Qin Xuan exclaimed in amazement.
Gu Sheng's eyes narrowed as his gaze locked on the canine. Its eyes shone with a sly, human-like intelligence, clearly indicating that it wasn't just an ordinary Demon Beast. Meanwhile, the pursuing Martial Artists shouted loudly as they chased, seemingly intent on killing the creature.
"What's the story behind this black dog that it warrants such a coordinated hunt?" Gao Yichen asked with curiosity.
"From their shouts, it seems this dog has a habit of abducting human women to use as slaves," Gu Sheng replied gravely, anger flickering in his expression. Such deplorable acts were truly unforgivable!
Before long, the black dog reached Gu Sheng and his companions. It paused briefly, glancing at them with a playful glint in its gaze before leaping into the air, transforming into a dark shadow and vanishing into the distance.