"First, kill the poisonous snakes!"

The poisonous mist was blown back, but the snakes were hardly affected. Without the cover of the mist, these snakes became much easier to kill.

Wang Junze did not attempt to interfere with Luo Qingxuan's battle with the Snake Demon, but instead, swung his sword towards the snake horde in front of him.

"Kill!"

With Wang Junze's reminder, everyone else reacted swiftly and rushed forward to kill.

The strength of these snakes was not formidable, merely equivalent to ordinary Opening Veins strength. As long as one was careful not to get bitten, even a low-tier cultivator could easily kill them.

"Boo hoo hoo!"

However, as everyone charged towards the snake tide, a low, mournful crying suddenly echoed around them, as if penetrating into everyone's mind, causing their movements to slow significantly.

In just that moment, at least a dozen people were bitten by the snakes and collapsed to the ground.

Upon hearing the crying, Wang Junze's pupils involuntarily contracted!

Transformed Great Demon!

There was actually another Transformed Great Demon, and one with such a unique attack method.

Wang Junze could not determine what kind of demon it was, but could feel that the power within the cry targeted the Divine Soul. For now, it seemed only a warning; if it fully unleashed, none under Refining Spirit realm might survive.

But, the Demon Race's attack was too reckless!

Logically, the Demon Race wasn't supposed to have much affection for one another, right?

Just who was Hu Qianqian to prompt two Transformed Great Demons to avenge her!

"Ghost Infant?! Damn it, Wang Junze, did you actually kill that Fox Demon?"

Unlike Wang Junze, Jing Lei reacted immediately upon hearing the crying and angrily scolded.

"What is a Ghost Infant?"

Gazing at Jing Lei, Wang Junze did not answer but asked instead.

"A Ghost Infant is not a normal member of the Demon Race but a dead infant born from the union of a human and a demon. Only the most top-tier Transformed Great Demons can constantly inject Demon Qi, reversing life and death, allowing it to survive and become a Ghost Infant!"

Jing Lei quickly explained, "A Ghost Infant has extremely low intelligence, like a child, but is exceedingly fierce! Most importantly, behind a Ghost Infant, there is always the most terrifying Transformed Great Demon, possibly even a Demon King!"

Demon King?!

A top-tier Transformed Great Demon is already equivalent to a Path-Entering powerhouse of the Human Race, and a Demon King is akin to the horrifying existence of a Saint Realm.

To kill a single Fox Demon and provoke a Demon King? That's too outrageous.

"Heh heh, are you afraid now?"

The Snake Demon also heard Jing Lei's words and spoke coldly again, "Hu Qianqian was meant to be wed to the Demon King. Her life or death is uncertain now, do you think you shouldn't die for it?"

Demon Queen!

Looking back now, no wonder Hu Qianqian always appeared fearless, even proactively suggesting to become Wang Junze's maid; it was all a trap for Wang Junze. If he had truly accepted Hu Qianqian as a maid, word would reach the Demon Race, effectively provoking the Demon King, and then it would truly be an unknown death.

In retrospect, killing her wasn't a loss at all.

As for regret, it simply doesn't exist. The Demon Race has already proactively invaded the Northern Domain; should they let Hu Qianqian wantonly kill people just because she might be a Demon Queen and then respectfully send her back? Impossible!

"And so what if it's a Demon King? Is there no Saint among our Human Race?"

With a cold laugh, Wang Junze replied disdainfully, "Moreover, the more powerful the Demon King, the less likely it is to easily step into the Northern Domain, why panic?"

These words did indeed reassure everyone considerably.

Indeed, even if it were truly a Demon King, it wouldn't easily step into the Northern Domain now, especially with Zhou Dongfei in the Profound Moon Sword Sect. Whether it's a Demon King or a High Priest, unless they're prepared for a life-and-death battle, they wouldn't act recklessly.

However, the immediate problem is how to deal with this Ghost Infant?

A single Snake Demon is troublesome enough, even Luo Qingxuan couldn't gain the upper hand. Now with an added Ghost Infant, if not handled properly, there would be no need to worry about the Demon King, as just these two Transformed Great Demons could ravage Medicine King Valley.

"Form an array!"

Taking a deep glance at Wang Junze, Jing Lei suddenly spoke out.

In an instant, the disciples of the Four Symbols Sect around him gathered quickly, forming the Four Symbols Array.

However, this time Jing Lei did not intend to deal with the Ghost Infant, but to defend.

Though not explicitly stated, Wang Junze easily deduced their intent: with the Four Symbols Array, even if the Ghost Infant attacked, the Four Symbols Sect could still protect themselves!

Moreover, their target was Wang Junze, and the Four Symbols Sect would not actively shield Wang Junze.

As for how many might die due to the disciples of the Four Symbols Sect pulling back to defend, the sec didn't care; having already helped fend off two Transformed Great Demons earlier, it was reasonable now to protect themselves at this critical moment.

Besides, if Wang Junze perished, the Four Symbols Sect could still find a way to launch a counterattack and restore their reputation. There was plenty of time for that.

"Brother Wang, what should we do?"

With the poison mist and snake tide pressing in, and the crying becoming ever clearer, everyone seemed panicked and subconsciously retreated towards Wang Junze, seeking help.

Taking a deep breath, with a bright gleam in his eyes, Wang Junze spoke firmly, "Retreat behind the Four Symbols Sect disciples, I'll handle the Ghost Infant!"

If it were any other Transformed Great Demon, Wang Junze would indeed be at a loss, but the Ghost Infant, with its peculiar method of directly attacking the Divine Soul, offered Wang Junze a sliver of hope.

Previously, during the fight with Hu Qianqian, Wang Junze realized that even Transformed Great Demons are not omnipotent. The more adept they are in certain techniques, the weaker they are in direct combat!

A twisted existence like the Ghost Infant, though mysterious, if he could find its true body, might not be beyond his ability to deal with!

In Hu Qianqian's cooperation, Wang Junze's Power of the Divine Soul markedly increased, his resilience against such Divine Soul attacks far exceeding other cultivators.

Most importantly, Hu Qianqian's Inner Core still remained with Wang Junze.

If it came to life or death, swallowing the Inner Core might produce remarkable effects.

With a thought, Wang Junze took a step forward and said coldly, "Stop your tricks! I told you, I killed Hu Qianqian. If you Demons seek revenge, come at me. I want to see just what methods this so-called Ghost Infant possesses!"

Given Wang Junze's actual strength, finding the Ghost Infant was tough. So instead, he chose to provoke it, to see if he could lure it out.

Wasn't it previously mentioned by Jing Lei? Despite the Ghost Infant's strength, it possessed low intelligence, like a child. Infuriating it to draw it out might be the only chance of survival.

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