The Dragon Lake Beast's speed remained unabated, but fortunately, the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast was known for its swiftness. In this regard, Tang Rao had a slight advantage.

"Xiao Xue, when the Dragon Lake Beast charges at you, remember to dodge, but don't go too far; keep it level. Tang Rao's daddy is going to start the attack now."

The Dragon Lake Beast's leaps, each spanning a hundred paces, seemed very solid, almost pulling Tang Rao off the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast. Of course, this was a deliberate result orchestrated by the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast. Tang Rao had personally said not to let the distance become too far.

"Xiao Xue, actually, you can go a bit faster."

A black line appeared on the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast's forehead. Just now, you asked me to slow down, so why are you asking for more speed now?

Of course, Tang Rao was the boss, so whatever he said was the rule.

Li Ze and Old Heron were stunned seeing that gigantic creature.

If it were them, they wouldn't need to fight; surrendering right away would be enough. Yet Tang Rao dared to face it head-on. You have to admire his courage.

"Big brother, you're no match for it. We should give up; fate is not with us in this lifetime. When it is, we'll return."

Old Heron had failed more than once, so failing again wouldn't matter. But for Tang Rao, failure didn't exist in his dictionary. When he failed, it was only because he hadn't given his all.

"No, since I promised, I will lead you all out."

Tang Rao is a man of his word and will keep his promises.

"Forget it, I can't be your burden. If Li Ze and I stay by your side, we'll only become liabilities in your fight against the Dragon Lake Beast."

Tang Rao understood what Old Heron was thinking and could sympathize, but he wouldn't agree to give up.

"I know what you're thinking. If you crush the Jade, don't blame me for not valuing our friendship."

His brothers were no cowards, and none of them would surrender easily.

"Big brother, I..."

Old Heron was too emotional to speak.

"Say no more, focus on fighting, and bring all your strength out for me."

Tang Rao believed that he alone couldn't subdue this massive beast, but a Beast Soul User, a reclusive Immortal Emperor of many years, and a genius combined should be able to handle it.

Li Ze was about to give up, but Tang Rao's words rekindled his desire for victory.

Indeed, even knowing they would lose, Tang Rao refused to give up. So why should they?

"Three-pronged hunt; Li Ze, your defense is too weak on that side. Let's switch positions. You focus on defense. Senior, you can both attack and defend. I'll handle the attack."

Tang Rao swiftly organized the division of tasks. The two changed positions, with Old Heron steadfast in his place. The Dragon Lake Beast intended to exploit a vulnerability but found their coordination too fast; by the time it acted, it was too late.

"You annoying brat, having a quick wit isn't necessarily a good thing!"

The Dragon Lake Beast had been testing the waters. Seeing Tang Rao serious, it launched a fierce attack as well.

The barbs on the Dragon Lake Beast were projectiles. When Tang Rao noticed, the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast had already activated its protective barrier, sparing the three standing on its back from a nightmare.

The dense barbs all struck the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast. Although it dodged some, others pierced its body.

"Awoo~"

Tang Rao understood; it was crying out in pain.

"Aow~"

The Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast was injured, and its speed visibly slowed.

"Let's see where you can escape now."

The Dragon Lake Beast pressed its advantage, forcing Tang Rao to call out Xiao Huo Shen.

"Xiao Huo Shen, quickly check Xiao Xue's injuries. Can she hold on?"

Since discovering Xiao Huo Shen's ability, Tang Rao used it effectively, treating Xiao Huo Shen as a personal translator.

Tang Rao hadn't handed Xiao Huo Shen over to the Corpse Emperor, and Xiao Huo Shen was still full of gratitude, ready to translate anytime or even sacrifice its life if necessary.

Who knows what Xiao Huo Shen discussed with the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast, but it soon returned to Tang Rao, disheartened, saying: "She said she can't hold on much longer; we need to finish this quickly."

What?

Tang Rao looked at the wounded part of the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast. Her fur was stained with blood, large swathes of red that shocked Tang Rao.

"Here's an Elixir Pill to relieve pain. Give it to Xiao Xue first. I will finish the battle quickly and then tend to Xiao Xue's wounds. Please have her hold on a bit longer."

Xiao Xue understood what Tang Rao said. Tears streamed from her eyes, blown by the wind as she accelerated.

What exactly gave Tang Rao such courage? He leaped down, using his strength to separate from the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast.

Tang Rao unexpectedly changed his mind, intending to entangle the Dragon Lake Beast so the others and Xiao Xue could escape together.

"You all go. Anyone who stays cannot call themselves my brother! Xiao Xue, go!"

Tang Rao commanded with a domineering air.

Li Ze was about to speak, but Tang Rao's words stopped him.

"Boss, we'll wait for you. Please take care of yourself!"

Afterward, the Nine Cauldron Snow Flower Beast carried Li Ze and Old Heron to safety.

"Boss, I'm sorry. We dragged you down."

Li Ze was filled with guilt. If anything happened to Tang Rao, his conscience would never let him live it down.

Watching them leave, Tang Rao's heart found some peace; better one person die than a group.

In moments of crisis, only one thought occupied his mind.

"Time is short for both of us; let's finish this quickly!"

A surge of power rose from Tang Rao's feet to his mind, his clothes instantly turned to ash.

Intricate patterns began to appear on Tang Rao's skin, their text too ancient for anyone to understand.

This was the great treasure left by the Ancient Taotie; no one had yet been able to discern it.

Tang Rao's blood vessels thickened, with all the Immortal Energy within him circulating at a higher level than before.

Was Tang Rao's strength truly increasing? Not necessarily.

Even the Dragon Lake Beast hadn't noticed that Tang Rao had simply taken a Medicine Pill to boost his power!

"Didn't you want to kill me? Come on, I'm waiting for you!"

Tang Rao's voice deepened, shaking the Dragon Lake Beast's Divine Sense.

Impossible, how had Tang Rao suddenly become so strong?

Could it be that Tang Rao had been hiding his true strength all this time and only now, away from others, revealing it?

"Jin Jin is my woman, Tang Rao's woman. Don't even think about her. Just thinking about it is a mistake!"

Tang Rao deliberately antagonized the Dragon Lake Beast, and hearing it, Wen Jinjin's eyes turned red with emotion.

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