196 - We Agreed On Experiencing Life, So Why Did You Immortals Become Real?

Chapter 196: How About We Kill Yu Yunwei Together? "Red Moon Supreme Fruit!" The same thought popped into everyone's mind simultaneously. In nature, when spiritual flowers, fruits, or similar spiritual entities gather, there's a slim chance that a special existence might emerge among them. For instance, the Red Moon Supreme Fruit. This particular fruit has absorbed more of the earth's spiritual energy and the essence of the sun and moon, making its effects far superior to ordinary Red Moon Fruits. But there is only one! In an instant, the previous harmony among the group turned into mutual vigilance. Earlier, everyone had been friendly because there were no conflicts of interest; even upon finding the Red Moon Fruit, each person would at least get one. But now, faced with such a rare treasure, who could remain calm? Who wouldn't want to claim it for themselves? "If it weren't for Brother Yan noticing the anomaly in the grass roots, we wouldn't have found this place. So, I propose that this one Red Moon Supreme Fruit should go to Brother Yan. What does everyone think?" Li Nan suggested generously. "That won't do," Yan Liu said, his eyes shifting. "Brother Li, you're the highest in cultivation, and you've contributed the most in hunting the magical beasts. This supreme fruit should rightfully belong to you. What do the others think?" For a moment, everyone, except the youngest Yu Yunwei, began to exchange polite refusals. Watching their behavior, Yu Yunwei sneered from the side. They clearly wanted to keep the fruit for themselves but were worried that any solitary claim might result in attack by the others. Just as they were about to pass the responsibility around, Black Cloud Mountain suddenly trembled. Everyone froze in place. "Roar!" The furious roar of a magical beast echoed through the forest. Yu Yunwei and the others immediately leapt aside. "Boom!" A massive red-furred baboon dropped from the sky, creating a large crater where they had just been standing. "Roar!" The great apes pounded its chest, roaring at them angrily. "A Flame Fury Baboon?!" Cold sweat broke out on Li Nan and the others' foreheads. A mature Flame Fury Baboon had the strength of a sixth-grade beast, comparable to a martial artist in the Dragon Gate Realm. "Don't be afraid, everyone! This Flame Fury Baboon is seriously injured. If we work together, we can definitely kill it!" Yu Yunwei shouted as doubt lingered among the group. Stabilizing themselves, they saw its red fur-covered thigh bleeding and a significant wound on its abdomen. Moreover, it was panting heavily, indicating substantial exhaustion. It must have recently battled with another magical beast. "Friends! This sixth-grade magical beast is also an opportunity we cannot miss!" Li Nan shouted passionately. The magic core of a sixth-grade beast could be exchanged for a considerable number of spirit stones and is even a crucial ingredient in forging sixth-grade magic tools. If I can kill this injured Flame Fury Baboon and get the Red Moon Fruit, entering the Dragon Gate Realm would be just around the corner! "Indeed! Our cultivation is a defiance of the natural order itself—how can we back down because of this small obstacle?" "Listen to Brother Li, let's take it down!" In an instant, everyone unsheathed their life-bound magical weapons and charged at the Flame Fury Baboon. The baboon roared again, swinging its arms forward, sending a hot surge of wind pressure towards them. Li Nan brandished a longsword, aiming straight for its face but was swatted aside by its palm. Meanwhile, Qu Xiaotao and Yan Liu attacked from the flanks, their blades and spells striking its back, only leaving shallow wounds. Qin Hai circled to the back, trying to strike its wounded leg, but was kicked into a tree. Seizing the moment, Yu Yunwei hurled several talismans. The papers ignited in midair, transforming into ice spikes aimed at the baboon's eyes. It dodged, the spikes grazing its cheek, leaving a thin cut. "Roar!!!" The enraged Flame Fury Baboon pounded the ground even harder and charged forward, targeting Yu Yunwei with a punch. However, Yu Yunwei agilely dodged with a nimble step. Li Nan stood up and charged again, spiritual energy condensing at his sword tip, stabbing towards the wound on its abdomen. "Roar!!!" The baboon howled in pain, grabbing Li Nan’s sword, slamming its other fist into his chest. “Not good!” Li Nan hurriedly activated a protective artifact, blocking the punch but still coughing up blood from the shock. “Brother Li, I’ll help you!” Yan Liu and Qu Xiaotao seized the opportunity, attacking its arms with flashing sword lights. Qin Hai, climbing to his feet, formed seals with his hands; leaves gathered into chains wrapping around the baboon's legs. Although it snapped them, its movements were momentarily slowed. “Beast, meet your end!” Yan Liu aimed to decapitate it. But unexpectedly, the Flame Fury Baboon unleashed a burst of fire from its mouth. Yan Liu failed to dodge in time and was reduced to ashes. “Cough, roar! Cough, roar!” Having used its innate divine ability, the baboon’s breathing became labored, its body weakening further. Qu Xiaotao seized the chance, launching three poisoned needles, striking its leg wound. The baboon staggered, letting out a painful howl. Despite his injuries, Li Nan leapt into the air, delivering a powerful sword strike that sunk into its shoulder. The berserk baboon flailed its arms wildly, sending Li Nan flying. Qu Xiaotao tried to pierce its heart, but it blocked with both arms. At that moment, Yu Yunwei suddenly flanked its rear, driving a dagger into its abdominal wound and twisting forcefully. Infusing the dagger with spiritual energy, Yu Yunwei caused it to explode, fragments piercing its vitals. "Boom." The baboon collapsed, lifeless! "It's dead! Hahaha, it's dead!" Li Nan laughed jubilantly, walking towards the fallen baboon. Although it was Yu Yunwei who delivered the decisive blow, ensuring its demise, she stepped back, showing no intention of vying for the magic core. Li Nan extracted the magic core. Sunlight shone through the blood-red core, casting a glow on his face. But suddenly, a sword gleamed by Yu Yunwei's side. In an instant, Qin Hai’s longsword pierced through Li Nan’s chest. Li Nan looked down at the blade embedded in his chest. He had considered biding his time to eliminate his companions, but never expected anyone to strike so soon. Qin Hai’s sword lifted, slicing Li Nan in two! “Qin Hai! You!” Qu Xiaotao gasped, tightening her grip on her sword. “Let’s not pretend anymore.” Qin Hai turned around. “Everyone wants the Red Moon Fruit and the sixth-grade core for themselves. I just acted first, that’s all. Xiaotao, it’s just the three of us now. If we fight, we’re just going to hurt each other with no gain. So I propose we kill Yu Yunwei together; then you take the Red Moon Supreme Fruit, and I’ll take this sixth-grade core. What do you say?” With Qin Hai’s words hanging in the air, Qu Xiaotao glanced at Yu Yunwei, her eyes slowly filling with murderous intent.