The Zombie Wolf had not anticipated such a powerful enemy's sudden assault, and it had no time to mount any effective defense. In that fleeting moment, half of its skull burst open like a watermelon smashed by a heavy hammer.

Blood and brain matter splattered, staining the surrounding ground and rocks a deep crimson. The air filled with a nauseating scent of blood, making Fang Zhou appear particularly fierce and cold-blooded at this moment.

However, even after enduring such a lethal blow, the Zombie Wolf did not die immediately. As an Undead Creature, its Life Energy was far more resilient than that of an ordinary being.

Seeing this, Fang Zhou decided to attempt communication. He attempted to convey a choice to the Zombie Wolf through his spirit: "Submit or die!"

Yet, no matter how hard he tried, he could feel that the depths of the Zombie Wolf's soul were shrouded in chaos, making effective communication impossible. Helpless, Fang Zhou then tried using the Skeleton Monarch's unique skills to establish a soul connection, hoping to control this formidable creature, but the effort proved futile.

The severely wounded Zombie Wolf collapsed on the dusty ground like a dilapidated statue. Dark green pus continuously oozed from the wounds on its battered body, emitting a repulsive stench. Despite this, it still stubbornly attempted to struggle to its feet, baring its sharp fangs, its eyes filled with hatred for Fang Zhou.

Fang Zhou stood by, witnessing the entire scene. A complex emotion surged in his heart—a mixture of disappointment and relief.

I originally thought that these Zombie Wolves were different from ordinary Undead Creatures, perhaps retaining some intelligence in the depths of their twisted souls. If that were the case, I could have communicated with them or even formed some sort of contract to enlist these powerful undead wolves.

However, the Zombie Wolf's actions proved it was merely an instinct-driven ghoul, lacking any foundation for communication, let alone the possibility of enslavement.

Since communication was impossible, Fang Zhou had no choice but to abandon his fantasies and resort to the most direct means to resolve the problem. He raised the Corpse Long Spear in his hand. Its tip shone with an icy gleam, reflecting the brilliant moonlight. With a swift motion, the spear pierced through the heart of the Zombie Wolf with deadly accuracy, putting an end to the battle.

After confirming that the Zombie Wolf had completely lost all signs of life, Fang Zhou's eyes filled with anticipation. He extended a hand, gently touching the Zombie Wolf's body, and activated his [Corpse Armor] skill.

A series of faint cracking sounds echoed in the air; it was the sound of the Zombie Wolf's flesh beginning to disintegrate. Accompanied by this sound, the eerie blue glow in Fang Zhou's eye sockets grew ever stronger.

The Zombie Wolf's flesh contained a denser energy than ordinary Undead Creatures. Like an invisible river, this energy continuously flowed into Fang Zhou's body, further enhancing his power. Even more surprising was that, apart from Corpse Essence and Soul Energy, he also absorbed a previously unknown mysterious substance from this Mutated Zombie Wolf.

Unlike the energy from a White Bone Stone, this substance did not directly affect his physical body. Instead, it penetrated his energy system, making the Undead Attribute Energy within him purer and stronger.

It was as if a skilled alchemist had discovered a method to purify impurities from metal. For Fang Zhou, this mysterious substance was like discovering a secret formula to refine his energy.

An indescribable joy welled up inside Fang Zhou at this thought. He gazed at the Zombie Wolf Pack before him, his eyes shining with a fervent light.

These twenty-odd Zombie Wolves are no longer a threat, but a precious resource waiting to be harvested. This is the first time I've discovered a special substance capable of purifying my own energy. This will be a huge help in increasing my combat prowess.

With excitement and anticipation, Fang Zhou wholeheartedly immersed himself in the casting process of [Corpse Armor]. Under the blood-red moonlight, the two-meter-long Zombie Wolf's frame was absorbed by the Skeleton Clone at a pace visible to the naked eye. With every ounce of flesh that vanished, it transformed into purer energy that flowed into Fang Zhou's body. Not only did it enhance his strength, but it also elevated his Undead Attribute Energy to a new level.

As the Skeleton Clone diligently finished absorbing the Zombie Wolf's carcass, a remarkable transformation was quietly taking place. Its already menacing frame now appeared even more formidable under the moonlight. Every bone seemed to be infused with new vitality, growing at a speed almost visible to the naked eye. This transformation was not just physical, but a qualitative leap in his internal energy.

When the last bit of the Zombie Wolf's flesh turned to dust and scattered on the wind across the desolate corpse hills, Fang Zhou's body felt reborn. Every joint gently popped, emitting a faint, crisp sound. CRACK, CRACK. It was the sound of awakening power.

Fang Zhou tightly clenched his Bone Fist, feeling the surging power within him. He swung the heavy Corpse Long Spear in his hand, its tip carving arcs through the air. Each swing was accompanied by the sound of displaced air. Then, without hesitation, he unleashed a Brutal Strike toward a protruding rock nearby.

BOOM! The entire rock exploded under his attack, instantly disintegrating into countless tiny fragments that scattered in all directions. The powerful shockwave even caused the surrounding ground to tremble.

Fang Zhou's eyes gleamed with undisguised delight. This one Mutated Zombie Wolf provided him with a mysterious substance that had purified his already potent Undead Attribute Energy by nearly five percent. This was also reflected in the power of his skills. The power and effectiveness of his Brutal Strike skill had now increased by nearly five percent.

A bold idea surfaced in Fang Zhou's mind.

If I can devour all twenty-odd Zombie Wolves, to what astonishing level will my Undead Attribute Energy evolve? Keep in mind, although this Zombie Wolf was merely Middle-rank Black Iron, its power was exceptionally formidable. It even felt far stronger than Tidamia, the Mutant Beheading Giant Sword Skeleton Warrior.

The richness of the Corpse Essence contained in its flesh was several times that of a Zombie of a similar level.

This pack of Zombie Wolves couldn't have gathered atop that small hill for no reason. There must be an underlying cause.

Fang Zhou speculated that it was all likely related to the strange, glowing ores on the hill. Thinking of this, Fang Zhou licked his sharp fangs, a mix of greed and curiosity flickering in his eyes. His massive form trembled slightly before vanishing into the death-filled hills.

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「In the Concentration Meditation Room」

Fang Zhou slowly opened his eyes. He felt warm waves of power surging within him, as if drawn from the Void, flowing through his channels to every part of his body. A smile involuntarily spread across his face.

Indeed, the Undead Realm truly is the perfect nurturing ground for the Skeleton Clone's growth. Every inch of this land is buried with countless Undead Creatures, and their very existence is nourishment for the Clone's growth.

Absorbing that single Zombie Wolf had not only made the Skeleton Clone slightly larger, but had also greatly enhanced its physical Attributes. In turn, the boost to the Attributes fed back to his main body was also surprisingly significant. If the Skeleton Clone could continue to hunt and devour more Zombie Wolves, both the Clone and his main body would undergo a qualitative leap. At that time, his combat prowess would ascend to a whole new level.

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