The devouring phosphorus bugs were very sinister poisonous lifeforms, but they generally wouldn’t move around spreading disaster. Rather, they would spend most of their time amid the poisonous miasma. This time, the Ziling Sect people had angered them, causing them to spread out and turn the surrounding area into a disaster zone.
Some careless Dragon Phoenix Academy disciples were killed as a result, and a lot of news started spreading within the Dragon Phoenix Academy regarding this disaster.
Some claimed that the devouring phosphorus bugs were expanding their territory, some claimed that the devouring phosphorus bugs were angered by some humans trying to refine poisonous materials, while others said that there were treasures in the poisonous miasma and someone was trying to unearth them…
It did not matter which rumor was true, but the area containing the poisonous miasma had turned into a restricted zone, catching the attention of many disciples. As for the academy’s higher-ups, they maintained silence as if they did not care one bit. As the rumors spread, many organizations started finding out that there was a divine site underneath the poisonous miasma.
Divine site!
The term caused a sensation. Some organizations sent their members over to figure out what was going on, while others maintained their silence. Thus, the Dragon Phoenix Mountain Range became bustling with activity where all sorts of people gathered.
As for Xiang Shaoyun, he was still stuck with the three villains, unable to find a chance to free himself. There were a few times where he nearly summoned Summer Flame and Winter Frost to fight the villains. But after some thought, he gave up on that idea.
The three villains were extremely powerful. Winter Frost and Summer Flame might not be their match. Furthermore, the three had no intention of silencing him with death for now, and because of that, he was in no rush to escape.
Of course, it was not like he was living a good life. Yao Jiaojiao might be claiming that she would take care of him, but in truth, she had merely realized how useful he could be. Due to the news spreading, the Ziling Sect people had also withdrawn, no longer daring to stay around.
Evidently, they weren’t confident they could deal with the poison, and they were also afraid of the Dragon Phoenix Academy. The three villains had no such misgivings. For them, the spread of the devouring phosphorus bugs was beneficial for their search.
“It has been seven days. The devouring phosphorus bugs are much more scattered now. It’s time we make a move,” said Yao Jiaojiao.
“Jiaojiao, what plan do you have in mind?” Smiling Monk asked.
“My genius plan is to have Little Brother Shaoyun work for us. Since he can detect the divine site, it proves that he has extraordinary senses. We will open up a path for him, and he will do the searching,” said Yao Jiaojiao with a sweet smile.
Xiang Shaoyun smiled bitterly. “With my meager strength, how can I do that? Just let me go already.”
For the past few days, he had been demanding his release, but they had ignored him. Yao Jiaojiao seemed to have always sided with him, but she was the one sending him to his death at a crucial moment like this. It caused him to be even more fearful.
“That’s a great idea! The three of us are strong enough to keep him safe. I also have a detoxification pill with me that can keep him alive. This time, we will definitely find the divine site,” said Ugly Gambler.
Xiang Shaoyun wanted to protest some more, but Yao Jiaojiao already held his hand and smiled. “Let’s go. After you finish this task, we will release you. We won’t give you any further trouble.”
Xiang Shaoyun felt like he should just die right then. With the powerful poisonous bugs everywhere, how could he even survive? But it was not like he had any other choices. Ugly Gambler gave him a pill and made him hold the pill in his mouth. They then headed for the poisonous miasma.
When they arrived, numerous devouring phosphorus bugs swarmed them. The bugs screeched repeatedly and spewed poison everywhere, looking incredibly sinister with their sharp fangs. The bugs flew much faster than regular Emperors.
The three villains were powerful enough to deal with the bugs. With Yao Jiaojiao as the vanguard, Ugly Gambler and Smiling Monk as the wings, and Xiang Shaoyun in the middle, they slaughtered a path forward. The villains attacked rapidly, their attacks cutting through like a hot knife through butter, killing one devouring phosphorus bug after another. Soon, they arrived at the previous location they were digging at.
“News of this has already spread, so we can’t delay any longer. Let’s work together to dig while Xiang Shaoyun will be in charge of sensing the direction. Don’t mess this up!” Yao Jiaojiao said, her eyes sharp.
Then, she started blasting the ground beneath her. With a single slap, her palm created a deep depression in the ground. Ugly Gambler and Smiling Monk did not slack around either. They attacked together, creating a tunnel capable of fitting a few people at once.
As for Xiang Shaoyun, he was forced into the tunnel with them. Helpless, he could only try his best to search for the divine site. Once again, he made use of the profundity of earth he had grasped, sensing his surroundings while telling the three to continue digging.
The underground had even more devouring phosphorus bugs, as if it was their nest. The intrusion of humans had thoroughly offended the bugs. Although the three villains were strong, they still wouldn’t be able to persevere much longer.
“We can’t hold back anymore. Hold your sense of smell. I’ll use my Psychedelic Aroma!” Yao Jiaojiao shouted as a certain fragrance started spreading from her sleeves.
Her Psychedelic Aroma was capable of causing any life forms to sink into an illusion and lose combat prowess. It was one of her extremely powerful drugs. Sure enough, the moment she released it, the bugs around them all fell into an illusion.
Ugly Gambler and Smiling Monk took the chance to kill them all. The sight of the villains working together was an eye-opener for Xiang Shaoyun. One could say that their cooperation was flawless.
After about an hour, they dug a tunnel spanning several kilometers. Finally, they started sensing a powerful resistance.
“It should be around here, but I can’t pinpoint the exact location,” said Xiang Shaoyun. This seemed to be as far as he could lead them.
In truth, he had already extended the senses of his Nether Soul Domain. He was also curious as to how the underground palace looked. Unfortunately, his senses were cut short, making it impossible for him to see more.
“Spatial energy undulation! The divine site is really underneath us!” Yao Jiaojiao shouted in excitement.
Ugly Gambler was also wild with joy. “That’s right. Only an expert at the Heaven Battling Realm or above could have built something like this. We found it!”
Suddenly, Smiling Monk glanced at Xiang Shaoyun and said, “This secret should be kept in a small circle. Is it time to eliminate the unnecessary person?”
Xiang Shaoyun felt his scalp go numb.
