Second Level Beasts are indeed comparable to an Innate Grandmaster.

Under normal circumstances, a First-Level Demon Beast cannot produce a Demon Core. However, perhaps the presence of the Jinchan Moon Fruit caused some strange changes within its body, allowing it to birth this incomplete Demon Core. Even so, this item was more than enough to purge the poison from his body.

This was truly an unexpected fortune. A blessing in disguise, indeed.

"Hmph!" The moment Ming Daochuan swallowed the Demon Core, his expressionless face tightened as he let out a muffled grunt.

A violent surge of energy erupted from within him, furiously scouring his body. In the next instant, his face turned crimson, then shifted to a dark hue, then back to crimson. After this cycle repeated several times, droplets of foul-smelling black blood began to seep from his pores. They trickled down his fingers, with some even evaporating into mist.

"Pfft!" His throat convulsed, and he spat out a mouthful of black blood. Instantly, the aura he projected changed completely.

Moments ago, he had been listless and on the verge of death. Now, like a withered tree blooming in spring, he miraculously radiated a vigorous life force.

"Master, let me check again," Chen Fei said, narrowing his eyes as he extended his hand.

He gently took Ming Daochuan's wrist to check his pulse. A moment later, dazzling, flame-like light seeped into a small cut Chen Fei had made. Ming Daochuan's aura instantly grew more powerful and terrifying, as if an ancient beast was finally awakening from a long slumber.

At the same time, the rate at which the foul-smelling blood seeped out and evaporated intensified dramatically.

"Alright. There shouldn't be any major issues now." In just a few breaths, Ming Daochuan's aged face had become rosy and smooth. His once-sluggish Spiritual Energy was now flowing freely, even more robustly than before. Chen Fei's words made Ming Daochuan's mouth twitch. How could this so-called Demon Core so easily solve the Demon Poison that had nearly driven me to despair?

"ROAR!"

An uncontrollable, deep roar erupted from his body. Standing beside him, Chen Fei couldn't help but shudder, cold sweat trickling down his back. For a second, it felt as if he were facing not his master, but a terrifying behemoth that had just awoken from a long slumber.

Later Stage of the Innate Realm! It was a terrifying level of power. Under that oppressive aura, even Chen Fei, at the Qi Refining Fifth Layer, felt like he was suffocating. It was a clear demonstration of just how strong one could be.

"I actually broke through?" The next moment, Ming Daochuan's voice, tinged with disbelief and pleasant surprise, reached Chen Fei's ears, making him pause.

"Master, you broke through?" Chen Fei asked, somewhat shocked.

"Yes!"

Ming Daochuan stretched his limbs, retracting the intimidating aura back into his body. A hint of surprise appeared in his aged eyes. "My cultivation was originally at the very beginning of the Later Stage of the Innate Realm. Now, I've managed to reach a slightly more consolidated state, but I'm still a ways off from the Innate Late Stage Grand Perfection."

"That's fantastic! Congratulations, Master," Chen Fei said excitedly.

"And it's all thanks to you..." Ming Daochuan sighed. If it weren't for Chen Fei, I would probably be in despair, simply waiting for my grave. But now... not only has the Demon Poison been purged, but my Cultivation Level has even risen, making me stronger than I was at my peak.

He took a deep breath. Thinking of this, the dormant anger and murderous intent began to stir in his heart once more. He looked at Chen Fei and asked slowly, "What are your plans for what happened today?"

Chen Fei's eyes flashed in response. "Of course, we can't just let it go!"

A ruthless glint appeared in Chen Fei's eyes, and the air seemed to thicken with a palpable killing intent. Since entering the Martial Forest, he had never suffered such a major setback or been so humiliated. As the saying goes, a warrior can be killed but not insulted. Clearly, this "mantis stalking the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind" situation was galling and difficult for him to stomach.

With that, a thick murderous intent filled his gaze. "This isn't the first time I've had a conflict with those people. And that old bastard, Luo Zun, even dared to make a move on you, Master... Do those scoundrels from Tiger Leopard Hall really think the two of us are afraid of them?"

I will make him settle this debt. Hearing Chen Fei's words, Ming Daochuan's aged eyes narrowed, a fierce coldness flashing within them.

Clearly, he had not forgotten the incident. If not for the debilitating poison weakening him, his temper would have likely caused a major incident. After all, he was the man who had dared to openly defy the Old Master of the Old Chen Family and walk away from that organization completely clean. What did he rely on?

It's his backbone! His steely resolve!

A frigid indifference surfaced in Ming Daochuan's gaze. His voice was as cold and sharp as a blade, "In this matter, Tiger Leopard Hall has shown us, master and disciple, a grave disrespect. Luo Zun? Hmph! I will make you pay the price."

"Pay the price? No, Master. This time, I, Chen Fei, am determined to obliterate Tiger Leopard Hall! As for Luo Zun, he won't be escaping either!" Chen Fei's voice suddenly turned ruthless, his tone chillingly grim.

Tiger Leopard Hall had tried to assassinate him in secret countless times. With new hatreds piled upon old, he could no longer let those scoundrels roam free. And Luo Zun? You think being at the Qi Refining Sixth Layer is so impressive? Piss me off, and I'll show you what real resources and trump cards look like! I can kill you even if you're at the Qi Refining Sixth Layer!

"You want to obliterate Tiger Leopard Hall?" Ming Daochuan frowned slightly.

Chen Fei said, "Yes. And not just Tiger Leopard Hall. This time, I'll make Luo Zun understand that some people are not to be trifled with!"

"...But Luo Zun is now at the Later Stage of the Innate Realm, same as me. We're evenly matched, so killing him will be very difficult," Ming Daochuan said hesitantly, choosing to be frank.

"Evenly matched is enough. I have a way to counter his demonic techniques. Besides, the man has grown increasingly arrogant lately; I'm sure we're not the only ones who want him gone," Chen Fei said with surprising confidence.

Upon reflection, this made sense. To his master and other Ancient Martial Artists, Luo Zun's demonic techniques might seem bizarre, terrifying, and powerful. But to Chen Fei, the fortunate heir to a legacy from a great figure of the Cultivation World, they were mere child's play. He had plenty of ways to counter such third-tier demonic cultivation methods.

And now that his master, Ming Daochuan, was also at the Later Stage of the Innate Realm and evenly matched with his opponent, there was no reason to be apprehensive. With me advising him from the sidelines, we can easily tip the scales. Killing Luo Zun will be a piece of cake.

"Well... alright. I've despised that man for a long time. This time, let's consider it ridding the Martial Forest of a menace!" Elder Ming Daochuan said after only a moment's hesitation, his words as cold and sharp as a blade.

He realized that the current Chen Fei was a true Qi Practitioner of Ancient Huaxia, someone he could no longer underestimate. If Chen Fei said he had a way to deal with Luo Zun's demonic techniques, then he certainly did. Without those strange techniques, Luo Zun is nothing special.

"Mm."

Chen Fei nodded, a cold, dangerous glint in his eyes. Tiger Leopard Hall, since you insist on causing trouble, then don't blame me for what comes next. Prepare for a bloodbath!

Clearly, our Young Master Chen had truly made up his mind to teach those scoundrels a lesson they would never forget.

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Once Chen Fei set his mind to something, he acted with lightning speed. He took only half a day to rest, using a few wondrous techniques from the Cultivation World to heal his injuries and fully restore his depleted Spiritual Energy. He was back at his peak. Though it cost him something, he felt the price was well worth it.

Afterward, he spent less than two hours extracting all detailed, current information on Tiger Leopard Hall from the Flying Leopard's intelligence network. Then, he and Wang Dashan boarded a private plane and sped toward Capital City.

He recalled what Old Master Xuu had once told him: if he ever truly decided to move against Luo Zun, he should go and have a chat. It might prove helpful. For someone of Old Master Xuu's status, such a direct statement was a clear indication of his stance.

In fact, the country had long wanted to excise a tumor like Tiger Leopard Hall, but various concerns and considerations had always held them back. Now, he—our Young Master Chen—might be the catalyst for change, the perfect opportunity.

Several hours later, Chen Fei and Wang Dashan arrived secretly in Capital City, making their way to the Old Xuu Family's courtyard residence.

The guards stationed there were the same soldiers Chen Fei had met before. They were surprised to see him, but after a moment, they recalled the Old Master's instructions and parted, gesturing for him to enter.

"Director Wang, please wait for me here," Chen Fei whispered to Wang Dashan before stepping through the gate of the Old Xuu Family's home.

Old Master Xuu was enjoying the cool air in the backyard. When he sensed Chen Fei's approach, his aged eyes flickered. He sat up straighter and smiled. "You're here? Have a seat."

He had already received a call before Chen Fei's arrival, so he knew the purpose of this visit.

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