Getting Stronger By Fighting

Chapter 865 - 863: Familiar Smell

"What do you mean?"Wang Zhan looked at Xuan Bing curiously.

Xuan Bing explained, "Previously, the Domain Lord entered multiple times to confront the Ice Divine Beast."

"But neither seemed to use their full strength."

"After all, with their level of power, a true battle could lead to mutually harmful outcomes."

"I think you understand the situation of the Profound Ice Pavilion, although it’s considered fairly strong, there are people from Skyfire Mountain eyeing it fiercely."

"If the Domain Lord were injured, the people from Skyfire Mountain would surely seize the chance to invade."

"Plus, there are multiple Star Domains around here."

"These individuals may not be enemies yet, but they are potential adversaries."

Wang Zhan was extremely aware of this.

Even if Xuan Bing didn’t say it, he understood.

On the Star War Battlefield, there are no friends, everyone fights for their own interests.

Currently, the balance might be because everyone’s interests have reached a critical point.

But if someone breaks this critical point, conflicts will surely rise again.

Of course, in Wang Zhan’s view, the biggest problem now is naturally the conflict between the Profound Ice Pavilion and Skyfire Mountain.

But this doesn’t have much to do with Wang Zhan.

As Wang Zhan and Xuan Bing ventured deeper, he asked, "This time, with Skyfire Mountain’s essence energy damaged, your Domain Lord should be coming out soon and will likely engage with Skyfire Mountain’s people, right?"

"Yes."

Xuan Bing didn’t hide it.

After many battles, he had long considered Wang Zhan his friend.

Wang Zhan spoke again, "In that case, I might need to choose a new alliance early on."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Bing’s expression changed, and he hurriedly asked, "Are you planning to join Skyfire Mountain?"

All along, he had been worried about one thing.

That was not knowing Wang Zhan’s thoughts.

After all, Qiu Yinshan’s actions were indeed disheartening.

But laughably, everything had already been seen through by Wang Zhan.

He was caught in between, unable to move forward or backward.

Not even knowing what to do.

Wang Zhan shook his head, "Skyfire Mountain is not an option, and I’m sure Huo Yuan wouldn’t let me off easily."

"He probably wishes he could take my heart and eat my flesh, right?"

Xuan Bing shook his head with a bitter smile.

Maybe it’s really like that.

Wang Zhan spoke again, "I just have this thought, after all, you should know my plans, a gentleman cannot stay under others for long."

"Moreover, the strength of my friends around me is not outstanding, and I can’t be considered a top-tier warrior here, so I can’t guarantee their safety."

"Naturally, I want to establish my own Star Domain, that way I can protect my friends and let them receive the respect they deserve."

Xuan Bing nodded.

He couldn’t help but admire Wang Zhan even more.

Over the years, he had met many people, but never anyone as deeply sentimental and righteous as Wang Zhan.

After all, everyone thinks for themselves.

How could they care about those around them?

Especially those weaker than themselves.

However, just as Xuan Bing was about to speak, a howl suddenly echoed in their ears.

Wang Zhan was startled, instinctively raising his head to look into the distance.

Xuan Bing’s expression also turned much more solemn.

In his mind, the voice of the Sword Spirit suddenly came, "The Ice Divine Beast is already approaching us."

"He must have sensed our proximity and felt the danger."

Wang Zhan chuckled self-mockingly, "Danger?"

Their strength didn’t even compare to Qiu Yinshan, in the eyes of the Ice Divine Beast, they were nothing but insignificant characters.

How could they possibly attract the attention of the Ice Divine Beast?

The Sword Spirit explained, "It should be my presence that makes him feel the danger."

"After all, my first master fought the Ice Divine Beast before, but back then the beast was too weak and got completely crushed by my master."

The Sword Spirit added, "And my master’s aura still remains on me, plus the Ice Divine Beast has a Divine Beast Constitution, very sensitive, hence the warning."

Wang Zhan nodded, a trace of excitement appearing on his face.

He also wanted to see what level this ancient Divine Beast had reached.

Moreover, during this time, the System had always been quiet.

His own strength hadn’t improved, which had delayed Wang Zhan’s progress.

Meanwhile.

Outside the Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower.

Qiu Yinshan stood proudly in midair, looking at the distant Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower, his lips curling into a smile.

"It seems this guy should have already confronted it."

"I really wonder if he can escape from the Ice Divine Beast’s grasp."

"It’s something to look forward to."

After saying a few things to himself, he lightly swiped his sleeve, and a mirror surface appeared.

And the scene reflected inside was actually the situation within the Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower.

However, the next second, Qiu Yinshan’s expression suddenly changed.

He looked at Xuan Bing standing beside Wang Zhan, slightly frowned, and then muttered to himself, "Why is he following Wang Zhan in there? Doesn’t he know how dangerous it is inside? Or is he just courting death? Risking his life for a joke?"

But now, he couldn’t change anything.

After all, the two of them had already entered inside.

The road ahead would have to be walked by the two of them.

Meanwhile, inside the Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower.

As waves of cold air appeared, a huge figure could be seen shrouded in the cold air.

Wang Zhan slightly squinted his eyes, focusing intently, he noticed the Ice Divine Beast gradually appearing before him.

The Ice Divine Beast was like an enlarged elephant, covered in many hairs, yet its entire body was snow white, looking quite comfortable.

However, those pair of blood-red eyes made one feel somewhat terrified.

Xuan Bing instinctively took two steps back, and with just one gaze, it was evident how afraid he was of the Ice Divine Beast.

Xuan Bing slightly narrowed his eyes, looked at Wang Zhan, and frowned, saying, "We have both been locked on by him, there’s no turning back now, I guess we have no choice but to fight..."

Wang Zhan nodded, shrugging nonchalantly, "Since we’re here, we can’t just back out halfway, can we?"

"Alright, since we’re here, let’s settle in."

"I just want to see how capable this guy really is."

Speaking directly, Wang Zhan pulled out the Great Void Divine Sword from his back.

After glancing at the Ice Divine Beast, just as he was about to speak, the Ice Divine Beast took the initiative to say, "You carry the scent of an acquaintance, it seems you are that guy’s inheritor?"

Upon hearing this voice, Xuan Bing was momentarily stunned.

"Who is he talking about?"

Wang Zhan paid no heed to Xuan Bing, his gaze remained fixed on the Ice Divine Beast, sizing him up. He smiled and said, "No need for so much nonsense, I’m here to find you, just to borrow something from you, I wonder if you are willing?"

"Borrow something?"

The Ice Divine Beast stomped a foot before asking, "What is it?"

"Your Demon Core."

Wang Zhan straightforwardly said.

In that instant, the expression of the Ice Divine Beast turned ugly for anyone.

The detachment of a Divine Beast’s Demon Core from its body means their life is nearing its end.

So, how could they easily hand over their Demon Core to others?

The Ice Divine Beast let out a low growl, then coldly said, "Even though you bear the scent of an acquaintance, your strength is too weak, thinking you could take away my Demon Core with just that capability, isn’t that a bit of a fool’s dream?"

"And besides..."

Speaking, the Ice Divine Beast glanced at the sky, and disdainfully said, "You’re merely a pawn in someone else’s game. Now that person is outside spying on us, are you still planning to help him deal with me?"

"He’s just trying to use you as a tool to kill, because, with your strength, you don’t stand a chance against me."

Wang Zhan naturally knew this too.

But he had his own trump card.

The Ice Divine Beast saw him staying silent, then roared angrily once more.

Meanwhile.

Outside the Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower.

The mirror before Qiu Yinshan suddenly shattered, even he himself was pushed back a few steps.

Then, a mouthful of blood was spat out.

Clutching his chest, he frowned and said, "Didn’t expect that after so many years, that guy’s strength has improved so much again. This time, I don’t even know how long I can keep him trapped. If the Domain Master hasn’t broken through yet, he probably wouldn’t be a match for this guy either. At that time, I’m afraid, the Profound Ice Pavilion would need to open up a new Star Domain again."

Initially, they chose this place because the Spiritual Energy in this region was more abundant.

But the reason for this is also due to the Ice Divine Beast.

If there were no Ice Divine Beast here, how could such a rich concentration of Spiritual Energy gather?

But with every advantage comes a disadvantage. Once the Ice Divine Beast breaks free from the control of the Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower, the consequences would be unimaginable.

For those within the Profound Ice Pavilion, it would be a catastrophe.

Qiu Yinshan was well aware of this.

Meanwhile, inside the Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower.

Wang Zhan stood proudly in front of the Ice Divine Beast.

Impatiently, he beckoned to the Ice Divine Beast, then straightforwardly said, "Why are you spouting so much nonsense? Time is short, if you want to fight, then let’s fight."

Upon hearing this, the Ice Divine Beast’s expression changed.

Even the Domain Master of the Profound Ice Pavilion didn’t dare speak to him like this, yet a junior dared to be so arrogant, truly hateful!

As roars echoed.

Wang Zhan had already taken his stance.

Clearly ready to make a move.

And the Sword Spirit was also extremely tense, after all, now she wasn’t sure whether she would be a match for the Ice Divine Beast.

But eventually, a battle was inevitable.

Xuan Bing gritted his teeth beside him.

Things have come to this point, there’s naturally no retreat, he can only brace himself to fight...

At the same time.

Xiang Tian, who was also inside the Eight Directions Mysterious Ice Tower, heard the sounds coming from deep within the Mysterious Ice Tower.

Xiang Tian glanced at Luo Xue beside him, then frowned and said, "Something seems to be happening inside..."