Chapter 1216: Scorpion King Blocks the Way
"What's happening!" Ling Feng felt as if his Dantian was about to explode, the Dragon God Technique was wildly circulating, and powerful forces were surging through Ling Feng's meridians. Under the impact of this force, Ling Feng felt as if living was worse than dying!
On one hand, the crazy operation of the Dragon God Technique forcibly increased Ling Feng's strength, but on the other hand, because of this forced enhancement, Ling Feng felt as if he had eaten too much and was being force-fed.
"Is it the reason of the Blood Phoenix?" Ling Feng looked with horror at the Blood Phoenix that was charging at him.
Before coming here, Ling Feng had thought of many scenarios. He even imagined that he might be burned to death or attacked, but he never imagined that he could be swollen to death.
Just when Ling Feng could hardly bear it anymore, the Blood Phoenix rushed to his side, circling around him, while streams of pure Phoenix Power entered Ling Feng's body.
Although the Blood Phoenix was enshrouded in scorching Phoenix Flames, the energy it released brought Ling Feng a long-lost sense of refreshment and comfort.
Under the soothing energy, the Dragon God Technique inside Ling Feng also gradually calmed down, forming a perfect cycle with the Phoenix Power.
"Phew!" Ling Feng let out a heavy breath, feeling as though he had walked a circle around the gates of hell.
But he didn't understand why such a thing happened. Could it be what Xuanyuan Xia referred to as an opportunity?
Ling Feng shook his head. Although he didn't quite understand, he knew that the crisis was over, and his strength had further improved. He could even clearly feel the barrier of the Heavenly Dao. He believed that once the Heavenly Dao's blockade was lifted, he would have the confidence to immediately enter the God Realm!
The Blood Phoenix circled Ling Feng a few times before stopping in front of him.
It let out a mournful cry, filled with expectancy and desire, yet tinged with reluctance and nostalgia.
Ling Feng hesitated for a moment, then closed his eyes, and once again visualized the Dragon God Sculpture.
Bang! This time, Ling Feng unexpectedly visualized the Dragon God Sculpture so easily. Immediately, a strong mental pressure came, and Ling Feng fainted, losing consciousness.
When Ling Feng woke up again, he found himself lying on the ground, his palm tightly grasping the Phoenix Essence Blood, which was the size of a pigeon egg.
"Huh, I got the Phoenix Essence Blood just like that? What exactly happened?" Ling Feng was a bit bewildered. He knew something must have happened while he was unconscious.
But no matter what happened, Ling Feng didn't care much now, because the Phoenix Essence Blood was in his hands, which meant Liu Tingyu could be saved!
"Do you know what just happened?" Seeing Xuanyuan Xia and the others walking over, Ling Feng couldn't help but ask.
Surprisingly, everyone shook their heads. Xuanyuan Xia said, "Just now, the Blood Phoenix suddenly circled around you, then a powerful Fire Dragon appeared from your body, and you and the Blood Phoenix were enveloped in Blazing Fire. We could only hear the continuous sounds of dragon roars and phoenix cries from within the flames."
Ling Feng nodded thoughtfully, seeming to understand what had happened to him.
At that time, he didn't think much. He only remembered Xuanyuan Xia mentioning that the Azure Dragon and Phoenix were a couple, so out of instinct, Ling Feng wanted to visualize the Dragon God Sculpture.
What happened next might have been that the Azure Dragon sensed the Phoenix's aura and then something unknown transpired!
"Is this the Phoenix Essence Blood you've been looking for all along?" The Bright Saintess looked at the Phoenix Essence Blood, which was the size of a pigeon egg in Ling Feng's hand, and couldn't help but ask.
Ling Feng instinctively tightened his grip. He could even feel the almost imperceptible pulse of the Phoenix Essence Blood, along with its warm aura.
"That's right, this is the truly pure Phoenix Essence Blood." At this time, Xuanyuan Xia continued, "The phoenix aura on the Phoenix Essence Blood has dissipated. Now this Phoenix Essence Blood can save your little beloved."
Ling Feng's face flushed with excitement. He had only one thought in his mind now: Liu Tingyu could be saved, Liu Tingyu really could be saved.
Ever since he learned about Liu Tingyu's condition, he kept telling himself and Liu Tingyu that he, Ling Feng, would definitely save her, and would never let her fall before him.
Even Uncle Liu and the senior Gu King were helpless with the family illness, but now Ling Feng had finally found a way to cure it.
Taking several deep breaths, Ling Feng handed the Phoenix Essence Blood to Xuanyuan Xia: "Senior sister, I'm counting on you!"
After finding the Realm-breaking Stele, Ling Feng planned to enter an alternate dimension to search for the Holy Emperor and the others. What he could do was entrust Xuanyuan Xia to take the Phoenix Essence Blood to Liu Tingyu on his behalf.
Xuanyuan Xia chuckled softly, "Junior brother, you really trust me!"
With that, Xuanyuan Xia took the Phoenix Essence Blood, her expression turning serious, "Rest assured, I will return a different Liu Tingyu to you."
Ling Feng breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "Then I'll look forward to it."
Having obtained the Phoenix Essence Blood, Ling Feng felt a sense of relief, as if a heavy task had been more than half completed.
However, before they could leave the Red Canyon, they were intercepted by an old acquaintance.
The Scorpion King of the Red Scorpions had gathered a large group of Red Scorpions to block Ling Feng and his group.
The Scorpion King waved its five tails behind it, glaring viciously at Ling Feng and the others, its gaze then fell on Xuanyuan Xia.
"Its target is the Phoenix Essence Blood!" Xuanyuan Xia whispered, "I didn't expect this guy to still be coveting it. Now we're in trouble!"
Although the strength present was not weak, the number of scorpions on the other side was simply too many. Even Xuanyuan Xia felt a bit annoyed.
"Nice, I just happen to have some energy to spend!" Ling Feng rubbed his wrist and said, "You guys take care of yourselves, I'll go meet this Scorpion King."
The Scorpion King had previously fought with the Little Vermilion Bird, and Ling Feng was well aware of the Scorpion King's power, but no matter how strong it was, it was now affected by the Heavenly Dao Laws and couldn't display strength above the God Realm.
This means that Ling Feng, now at the pinnacle of the Demi-God Domain, does not suffer in comparison to the Scorpion King in terms of strength!
After the forced enhancement from the Dragon God Technique, Ling Feng also needed a battle to solidify his foundation. So, the appearance of this Scorpion King was indeed timely.
"Looks like you really got an opportunity, huh!" Xuanyuan Xia glanced at Ling Feng and said with a soft laugh, "Alright then, let's see if you can repel the Scorpion King now."
"My goal is not just to repel it, but to kill it!" Ling Feng gently stroked the Little Vermilion Bird in his chest and said in a deep voice.