Swallowed Star 2: Origin Continent: Volume 8: Chapter 10 (315): [The Hidden Race]

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Swallowed Star 2: Origin Continent
Volume 8: [The Battle of Yulan City]
Chapter (315): [The Hidden Race]
(10th of Volume 8)
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The latest ranking of God Emperors in Yulan City has been announced, placing God Emperor Luo Feng at 33rd.

After all, although the Insect Nest chose to retreat upon encountering God Emperor Luo Feng, Luo Feng ultimately didn't engage in any battles to prove he had sufficient strength.

As a result, being ranked 33rd remains consistent with his reputation.

The various factions in Yulan City anticipated that Luo Feng would take action to gain more advantages and benefits within the city. However, he remained very low-key, showing no interest in competing for power and benefits.

Meanwhile, in an ordinary cave dwelling within the Inner City, five practitioners have gathered...

"This God Emperor Luo Feng forced the Insect Nest Elder, Saluo, to pay a hundred million Hunyuan Crystals."

"His strength is at least on par with the Insect Nest Lord!"

"Yes, for someone as powerful as God Emperor Luo Feng, earning Hunyuan Crystals is effortless, while we have to risk our lives for them."

"Last time we went hunting, we managed to collect over 9 million Hunyuan Crystals," one of the practitioners recalled. " But we

"During our last hunt, we teamed up to hunt and we barely managed to collect over 9 million Hunyuan Crystals, and we also encountered low-level Hunyuan lifeforms that nearly overwhelmed us, leaving us in a life-threatening situation before we narrowly escaped."

As the five practitioners sighed and chatted, one of them turned to their leader.

"Brother Zhang, you summoned us here this time~ what is it about??"

"As I said before, I don't plan to hunt in the next ten thousand epochs."

These practitioners have no clones and they are very careful every time they go hunting. If they make a mistake, they may lose their lives!.

"Of course, I didn't call you all here for a hunt this time, but to witness something grand!"

A thin man laughed, and as his laughter echoed, an invincible wave instantly enveloped two of the practitioners present. This invincible wave was a spiritual invasion!

The two practitioners who were attacked, were both mid-stage God Emperor bloodline practitioners.

Their mind and will were already susceptible to mental influence due to their bloodline.

At that moment, the sudden attack on their minds was eerie and unpredictable. A flood of chaotic memories surfaced, leaving them utterly disoriented.

For a few fleeting moments, their faces twisted in pain- then, just as quickly, their expressions returned to normal.

"Haha, two more bodies under control!" The thin man transmitted his thoughts telepathically.

"These practitioners are far inferior to us when it comes to spiritual techniques!"

"We are born to transcend our limits and break free from the cage. This 'Heart-Bewitching Secret Technique' is an innate ability- how could they possibly resist?"

Among the five practitioners present, only two low-level Hunyuan lifeforms had their consciousness split and controlled.

"I heard that the leader is planning something big. Maybe we should lay low for now," one of them warned.

"Forget it," the other scoffed. "The leader only cares about the high-ranking members of the tribe. We, the low-tier ones, are nothing to him. Even if there's a major operation, we won't be involved anyway."

"That's right," the other agreed.

The two low-level Hunyuan lifeforms communicated with each other through their minds.

"The leader hardly pays attention to those at the early-stage God Emperor level! Even mid-stage God Emperors hold little status within the tribe."

"Only after reaching the late-stage God Emperor realm does one truly gain the leader's recognition!"

"We've already eliminated several practitioners, but the more we kill, the greater the risk of exposure! Yulan City's defense system is highly intricate, constantly monitoring every practitioner. We might remain undetected for now, but in the long run, it's inevitable that we'll be discovered."

"Then we must hunt as quickly as possible. The more practitioners we eliminate, the greater our chances of breaking through! Once we evolve our bloodline, even if we sacrifice some clones, the gains will far better than the losses!"

"But if we lose too many clones before evolving, it will be a major setback!"

"Let's find our next prey!"

Suddenly, two practitioners exited the cave, casually flying through the city, blending in as they wandered leisurely.

Like the vast majority of practitioners, they flew through the streets, engaging in seemingly ordinary business transactions.

From an outsider's perspective, they looked completely normal- there was no trace of their true nature.

Meanwhile, Luo Feng remained in seclusion, focused on cultivation.

Though he hadn't actively pursued the "Late God Emperor stage Dao of Life and Death", his foundation continued to strengthen. His secret techniques, "Undying Blood Sea Body" and the "Bionic Eye of Destruction", have also evolved further to a new level!

At this moment, the Bionic Eye of Destruction embedded in his eyebrows had became even more profound.

The profound mysteries in the secret treasure 'Eye of Life and Death' has similar characteristics for the fusion of Life and Death.

As Luo Feng comprehended too much essense of the 'Fusion of Life and Death', he he naturally understood more and more about the Eye of Life and Death!

This technique, rooted in the concept of Life and Death Fusion, had reached a terrifying level of mastery.

"Boom!"

Luo Feng's Bionic Eye of Destruction naturally passed through the Formations of thecave and looked at the vast Yulan City.

With a single glance, Luo Feng observed the vast expanse of Yulan City through his cave's protective formations.

The city's intricate defense systems appeared before him, revealing countless interwoven patterns operating as a unified whole. Under his observation, the entire city and its countless practitioners came into view.

Through his long-distance vision, the bodies of many weaker practitioners held no secrets from him- he could perceive the intricate mysteries of life itself!

With just a single glance, he could discern their cultivation systems, strength levels, and even the hidden mechanisms within their physical forms.

However, the most profound aspect- the soul- remained concealed, shielded by the physical body.

In his perception, those protected souls appeared as blurry orbs of light, shrouded in an enigmatic veil.

"My Bionic Eye of Destruction has reached a higher level. I can now vaguely perceive the souls of practitioners!" Luo Feng mused.

Before this breakthrough, even catching a faint glimpse of a practitioner's soul had been impossible for him!

Every cultivator instinctively safeguarded their soul, their most vulnerable essence, making it nearly impossible to peer into its depths.

"Hmm?"

Luo Feng's gaze suddenly sharpened- he had spotted two souls that stood out from the rest!

Within both of those souls, something was writhing- small, worm-like entities lurking in their very essence!

"This is...?"

Luo Feng instantly recognized it- the Heart-Bewitching Worm Clan!

There are three known races of low-level
Hunyuan lifeforms capable of avoiding the Nine Rivers Holy Realm's defense system and infiltrating the city: The Soul-Eating Snake Clan, The Heart-Bewitching Worm Clan, The Void Realm Wanderer Clan.

Among them, the Soul-Eating Snakes and Heart-Bewitching Worms are relatively common and existed in large numbers.

However, the Void Realm Wanderers are extremely rare, and their appearance within the Nine Rivers Holy Realm could be counted on one hand!

"The Heart-Bewitching Worm Clan... They're known for their unique innate secret technique- 'Heart-Bewitching Secret Technique'!"

With this ability, they could effortlessly control those with weak minds and wills, directly seizing control of their very souls!

Luo Feng recalled the intelligence reports about this race. And he was well aware of the Heart-Bewitching Worm Clan's Characteristics.

"The Heart Worm functions like a mother worm, capable of splitting into numerous daughter worms!"

It is said that the most advanced ones can split into nineteen-segment worms!"

-Whoosh!

Without hesitation, Luo Feng quietly left his cave, his Bionic Eye of Destruction locked onto the two practitioners controlled by the Heart Worm from a distance!

Since he had already discovered these low-level Hunyuan lifeforms infiltrating the city, there is no way he would let them escape!

Even Yulan City's many defense systems could only barely detect traces of these intruders through subtle clues.

-but Luo Feng had an overwhelming advantage.

"My Bionic Eye of Destruction allows me to observe the souls of practitioners and detect these infiltrators. In terms of observation ability, I should be among the strongest in Yulan City!"

At this stage, Luo Feng's realm is already at the pinnacle of Yulan City!

His Bionic Eye of Destruction secret technique was developed from the legendary artifact- the Eye of Life and Death!

Right now, Luo Feng could be considered the strongest observer in all of Yulan City!

-Meanwhile...

"Sister Yingtang, I just got my hands on some excellent wine. Why don't you come over to my cave to taste it?"

The two controlled practitioners quickly invited their friends- including two female practitioners!

The female practitioners readily agreed!

After all, Yulan City had strict laws and was generally considered a safe place.

It was normal for low-level practitioners to gather and socialize within the city.

But... something felt off.

"Hmm?"

Luo Feng's cold gaze darkened.

Luo Feng followed from a distance, his brows slightly furrowed.

"I originally thought tailing these two would lead me to more Bewildering Heart Worm clones"

Shaking his head, he sighed. "Forget it. I can't just stand by and watch that innocent female practitioner die."

One of the practitioner brought two female practitioners into the cave together.

The cave was shielded by a formation, partially obstructing Luo Feng's Bionic Eye of Destruction, making observation difficult. Even so, he could still see the figures inside.

But he couldn't just watch- he had to act.

"Now!"

Without hesitation, Luo Feng transformed into a streak of blood-red light and forcefully pierced through the formation, storming into the cave dwelling!

Yulan City's caves were all officially leased, each protected by its own defensive formations in addition to the city's larger security network. If any formation is attacked, the city's defenses would be alerted immediately.

As expected, the moment Luo Feng forcefully breached the formation, an invisible wave pulsed outward, triggering Yulan City's detection system.

Inside the Cave

"I want to see what fine wine you've prepared for us," one of the female practitioner giggled.

"You won't be disappointed!" The two disguised Bewildering Heart Worm practitioners grinned, their eyes gleaming with sinister intent.

But then-

A terrifying surge of blood light violently tore through the formation, blasting into the cave without the slightest attempt at concealment.

"Who dares to cause trouble in Yulan City?" The two female practitioners gasped in shock.

"Damn it!" The two Bewildering Heart Worms realized the danger too late.

In an instant, the overwhelming blood light enveloped them. Luo Feng's evolved Undying Blood Sea Body- even more formidable than the Insec6 Nest Lord's body- descended like an apocalyptic force.

The two Bewildering Heart Worms had no chance to react before their bodies were utterly annihilated.

Luo Feng emerged from the blood light, holding the lifeless remnants of the two worms.

"The Bewildering Heart Worm Clan..."

The two female practitioners, initially confused, now trembled with fear. One was an early-stage God Emperor Enlightened practitioners, the other a mid-stage God Emperor Bloodline practitioner.

If Luo Feng hadn't intervened, they wouldn't have stood a chance. The Bewildering Heart Worms relied on their innate ability, 'Heart-Bewitching Secret Technique'- if their target resisted, they survived. If not, they became mindless puppets.

Luo Feng exhaled slowly, then crushed the remnants of the Bewildering Heart Worms into fine dust. The air trembled with their dying soul-wails- yet they could do nothing to shake him.

As he eliminated the parasites, Luo Feng felt the causal ties between himself and the worms surge, deepening his connection to the mystery at hand.

Just then, a voice echoed from the distance.

"Brother Luo Feng, thank you for exterminating these low-level infiltrators within Yulan City."

It was someone from the city's defense system- they had clearly taken notice.

Luo Feng, however, ignored them. The Bionic Eye of Destruction on his forehead was scanning intensely.

"There it is!"

Through his enhanced vision, Luo Feng saw two thick, distinct causal lines stretching far into the distance, branching off in multiple directions.

With a sharp breath, Luo Feng's body split into nine streams of blood light- each one chasing a different branch of the causal line.

The hunt had only just begun.

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END OF CHAPTER

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