The beauty of Liu Ruyan and the others captivated them. Although Li Chengfeng also seemed infatuated, he didn't really care about these things. He knew the importance of cooperation and had no interest in the women of the Joyous Union Sect.
The male cultivators of the Joyous Union Sect used their charm techniques, and Chu Zheng and the others were also eager to try, but Zhan Wusi did not stop them. After all, this was a time for cooperation, and fairness needed to be maintained.
Among the demonic beasts they faced were an Earth Armor Beast and an incredibly strong Ironback Black Bear Beast.
Both of these demonic beasts were Tier 2, and there were hundreds of low-tier demonic beasts guarding them.
Once they attacked, they would not only have to face these two powerful demonic beasts but also deal with the attacks of those low-tier demonic beasts.
Therefore, they needed to devise a foolproof plan to successfully kill them.
The Earth Armor Beast guarded a treasure of the earth, a ginseng called the Earth Spirit Root, which resembled ginseng and grew underground. It was tens of thousands of years old and emitted a captivating medicinal fragrance.
The Black Bear Beast guarded a huge fruit tree, which was covered with red fruits. Eating just one could increase one's strength.
Both of these demonic beasts greatly cherished these spiritual herbs and guarded them very carefully.
After the disciples of the Joyous Union Sect discussed it!
Liu Ruyan decided, "Let's deal with the Earth Armor Beast. Its strength is relatively lower."
Liu Ruyan modestly added.
Xue Ming glanced at Zhan Wusi beside him, and Zhan Wusi nodded in agreement.
Xue Ming then decided, "Since that's the case, let's do that.
The Earth Armor Beast will be handled by the fellow Daoists of the Joyous Union Sect, and the Ironback Black Bear Beast will be dealt with by our Blood Demon Sect.
Let's set up an array first and lure them out to avoid alarming the others, and then we'll do our best to kill them.
Liu Ruyan, if you have a way to deal with the Earth Armor Beast, then we'll have to trouble you."
Liu Ruyan nodded and said confidently, "The Earth Armor Beast is cunning and skilled in earth escape techniques, but I have my ways."
Xue Ming continued, "The Ghost Eye Demon Monkey has an extremely strong ability to interfere with the soul, especially its eyes, which can bewitch and capture souls. This monkey will be handed over to the fellow Daoists of the Joyous Union Sect."
Liu Ruyan agreed and added, "We of the Joyous Union Sect are very interested in any demonic beast that can interfere with the soul."
Xue Ming added, "The Flame Flying Eagle will be handled by our Blood Demon Sect.
We have thoroughly understood and considered these four demonic beasts—the Earth Armor Beast, the Ironback Black Bear, the Ghost Eye Demon Monkey, and the Flame Flying Eagle—and have formulated a battle plan. As for the small demons, they are not worth worrying about."
Afterward, the array masters began to set up the array. This time, they chose the Thunderflame Demon Slaying Array.
The Thunderflame Demon Slaying Array required the disciples to work together to activate it, but the array had to be set up in advance, and then a way had to be found to lure the black bear out.
Xue Ming knew very well that the Ironback Black Bear was different from the Nine-Eyed Toad. The Nine-Eyed Toad guarded the entrance of the cave and could easily be surrounded, but the black bear had many subordinates, and any action might attract other demonic beasts to join the battle or allow the black bear to escape.
Zhan Wusi suggested, "We need to send a disciple to lure the black bear out and then kill it. As long as it enters our array, it will have no chance of escape."
However, when her gaze swept over those rogue cultivator disciples, they all lowered their heads. Obviously, no one was willing to risk luring a Tier 2 demonic beast.
Seeing this, Xue Ming snorted coldly and said, "What a bunch of good-for-nothings! They always fail at critical moments.
But I want to tell you that this is a great achievement. Anyone who lures the Ironback Black Bear spirit into the array will definitely be rewarded with a high-grade spiritual weapon!"
As soon as these words came out, although they temporarily boosted morale, those rogue cultivator disciples were all shrewd people. They understood that this was just an empty promise.
If they really died at the hands of the Black Bear spirit, the other party would naturally not take out a spiritual weapon.
Moreover, facing a Tier 2 demonic beast, this was almost a certain death mission.
Faced with such a dangerous situation, the disciples were all submissive, and no one dared to step forward, for fear of becoming cannon fodder.
Xue Ming's face became even more gloomy. He had originally wanted these rogue cultivators to die like pawns, but now no one dared to respond.
At this moment, Li Chengfeng stepped forward. He had long seen through the secrets of this situation and saw it as a good opportunity to show his abilities.
He respectfully cupped his fists and said, "Senior Brother, leave this matter to me.
It is my honor to be able to serve the sect."
As soon as these words came out, the burden in the hearts of the rogue cultivators was instantly lifted.
Xue Ming secretly sneered, thinking that Li Chengfeng's trip was an act of seeking death, and couldn't help but shake his head and sigh.
Although the other rogue cultivators looked worried, they also breathed a sigh of relief, lamenting the impermanence of the world and the unpredictability of life and death.
Seeing this, Xue Ming laughed and said, "Good! I will entrust this matter to you completely.
As long as you lure the Ironback Black Bear into the array, the mission will be considered complete."
Li Chengfeng nodded in agreement and added, "Senior Brother, rest assured, I will do my best in this matter.
However, I have a request, and I hope Senior Brother will grant it."
Xue Ming nodded, "Feel free to speak. As long as you successfully complete the mission, I will definitely give you a high-grade spiritual energy."
However, Xue Ming secretly sneered in his heart. How fierce was that Black Bear spirit? How could it be easily lured? Even if Li Chengfeng could lure it into the array, it was unknown whether he could retreat completely.
In his opinion, only by completely eradicating the Black Bear spirit could one make a great contribution to the sect.
As for that high-grade spiritual weapon, how could such a rare thing be attained by these humble rogue cultivators?
Li Chengfeng's face was solemn, and he sighed deeply, "This trip is dangerous, and there is only a slim chance of survival.
I hope to have Chu Zheng by my side. I... I admire her.
As the ancient saying goes, 'A combination of men and women makes work easier'. I believe that if Chu Zheng and I work together, we will definitely be able to complete this arduous task."
The eyes of the rogue cultivators all turned to Chu Zheng, and among them, there were not a few disciples who had feelings of love for her. Their eyes revealed dissatisfaction and anger towards Li Chengfeng.
Chu Zheng herself was also surprised. She didn't expect Li Chengfeng to make such a request.
However, in Xue Ming's eyes, these rogue cultivators were just pawns that could be sacrificed at any time.
He smiled faintly and thought, "Since someone is willing to seek death, why not let them?"
So, he nodded in agreement, "Okay, it's up to you. Chu Zheng, you and Li Chengfeng will go together. Remember, your mission is to lure the Ironback Black Bear into the array."
Although Chu Zheng was unwilling, she did not dare to disobey Xue Ming's majesty in the slightest.
She bit her silver teeth tightly and nodded, "Disciple obeys."
Then, she looked at Li Chengfeng, a trace of panic flashing in her eyes.
Li Chengfeng said, "Don't worry, I will protect you. No matter what danger we encounter, I will advance and retreat with you."
Chu Zheng nodded slightly, expressing her gratitude for Li Chengfeng's promise.
However, Zhan Wusi, who was on the side, sneered at all of this. She was thinking about how to kill the Ironback Black Bear spirit and had no interest in the "love story" of Li Chengfeng and Chu Zheng.
Late at night, everyone meditated and rested, conserving their energy for the upcoming battle.
Li Chengfeng quietly pulled Chu Zheng aside, Chu Zheng with a worried face: "You are so cruel, this ironback black bear essence is so fierce, you let me go is not to send me to death?"
Li Chengfeng smiled slightly, his eyes deep: "If you follow them, the final outcome may not be good.
Following me, there is at least a glimmer of hope. I won't let you die easily, you are still useful to me."
Chu Zheng asked doubtfully: "What else am I useful for? Isn't it just to help you lure away the Ironback Black Bear spirit?"
Li Chengfeng shook his head: "You're wrong. High-grade spiritual weapons are just fleeting clouds to me, what I really value is your ability.
However, I can't tell you now. Act according to circumstances tomorrow, you just need to trust me."
