Chapter 235 Deep Turbulence Crystal
How could Xiao Yixian not hear the other meaning in Xiao Ling's words? Her cheeks could not help but turn red. With a hint of embarrassment, she gently patted Xiao Ling's shoulder, and said in a coquettish voice: "What are you thinking about all day long?"
After a while, Zi Yan and Qing Lin also came to Xiao Ling.
Qinglin asked Xiao Yixian with concern: "Sister Xiao Yixian, how do you feel?"
After Xiao Ling's treatment, Xiao Yixian's injuries have been alleviated. She gently got up from Xiao Ling's arms and responded with a smile: "It's okay now, thanks to Xiao Ling's treatment."
At this time, Zi Yan's gaze turned to the Abyss Water Crocodile King not far away. It was lying weakly on the ground, obviously deeply affected by the poison of Little Medical Fairy.
Pulling Xiao Ling's sleeve, Zi Yan raised the current problem: "Xiao Ling, that guy seems to be seriously poisoned, how should we deal with it next?"
Hearing Zi Yan's words, Xiao Ling and the other two turned their eyes to the Abyss Water Crocodile King. They saw that the Abyss Water Crocodile King's huge body was covered with spots caused by toxins. Despite this, its chest was still rising and falling weakly, showing signs of life. Although it was already poisoned, it was not fatal.
Xiao Ling quietly observed the Abyss Water Crocodile King for a moment, then he said calmly: "As the guardian of this ruins, the Abyss Water Crocodile King has fulfilled its duties. Now it is no longer able to fight, and we have no reason to continue to hurt it. Since Xian'er has proven our strength, I believe we have earned the qualification to enter the ruins, and there is no need to take hostile actions."
After hearing what Xiao Ling said, the others all expressed their agreement. Although the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal in the Abyss Water Crocodile King's body was quite attractive to them, considering that this demon beast had been guarding this valley alone for a thousand years in order to be loyal to its master, its loyalty and dedication were worthy of respect.
Xiao Yixian added: "It sticks to its post and is loyal. This spirit is admirable. We should give it the respect it deserves."
Qinglin was kindhearted and nodded, saying, "Yes, it has fulfilled its duty as a guardian. Now, we should help it recover instead of taking advantage of its misfortune."
Zi Yan stood quietly aside and did not express her opinion. As a demon beast, she did not have a deep understanding of the complex emotions of humans, but in Zi Yan's heart, Xiao Ling's decision was naturally correct.
Xiao Ling walked slowly towards the Abyss Water Crocodile King. This huge monster was lying quietly on the ground. Xiao Ling stopped and kept his eyes on the same level as the pupils of the Abyss Water Crocodile King. However, the Abyss Water Crocodile King's eyes were closed at this time, so Xiao Ling could not read its emotions from them.
Without beating around the bush, Xiao Ling directly and frankly said to the Abyss Water Crocodile King: "Abyss Water Crocodile King, my companions have proven our strength. I believe you should be able to recognize our right to enter the ruins. If you agree, I am willing to let my companions remove the toxins from your body."
His words were concise and clear, not only indicating their intentions, but also proposing a suggestion that would benefit both parties. Xiao Ling knew that respect and sincerity were the key to communicating with this guardian. He quietly waited for the response from the Abyss Water Crocodile King, showing a calmness and confidence.
Although the Abyss Water Crocodile King was poisoned, its consciousness was still clear. It could feel Xiao Ling approaching and heard the words he had said before.
After a period of silence, the Abyss Water Crocodile King finally responded. Its originally closed eyes slowly opened and stared at Xiao Ling in front of it.
Now that it has closed the distance between itself and Xiao Ling, even though it cannot feel the specific fluctuations of Xiao Ling's cultivation, the Abyss Water Crocodile King's body instinctively tells it that the human in front of it possesses terrifying strength and can easily kill it.
This also further confirmed what it was thinking. Even if Xiao Ling did not directly participate in the battle with itself, the aura and composure he displayed were enough to prove that he was the strongest among the four.
With such strength, he is indeed qualified to receive the inheritance left by his master.
Afterwards, the Abyss Water Crocodile King nodded slightly, and said to Xiao Ling in a low and powerful voice: "Human, you have passed the test and have the right to enter the ruins left by that adult."
After receiving the affirmative reply from the Abyss Water Crocodile King, Xiao Ling also nodded and expressed his gratitude: "Okay, thank you very much." Then, he turned around and waved to the Little Medical Fairy: "Xian'er, please treat it now."
When Little Medical Fairy heard Xiao Ling's instructions, she nodded slightly and walked to the side of the Abyss Water Crocodile King with light lotus steps.
She stretched out her slender hands and gently hovered over the body of the Abyss Water Crocodile King. The air around her seemed to solidify because of her movements, and a gentle fighting spirit surged out from her palms, forming a light green halo that slowly covered the wound of the Abyss Water Crocodile King.
The green light in the halo gradually penetrated into the skin of the Abyss Water Crocodile King, and the toxins in its body began to be absorbed by this strange power. The Abyss Water Crocodile King felt a cool feeling spreading in his body, and the original burning and pain gradually eased, and his breathing became steady.
As time passed, the poison spots on the Abyss Water Crocodile King began to fade away, and its body regained vitality. The Little Medical Fairy withdrew her hands and looked at the results of her treatment with satisfaction.
The Abyss Water Crocodile King stood up, feeling more relaxed than ever before. He turned his head and looked at the Little Medical Fairy with a gentle look, and said in a low voice with a hint of gratitude: "Thank you, human."
Facing the thanks from the Abyss Water Crocodile King, Little Medical Fairy waved her hand and said, "You're welcome. We didn't have much conflict to begin with, and it didn't take me too much effort to treat you."
The Abyss Water Crocodile King's gaze lingered on Xiao Yixian for a moment, complex and profound, and then it glanced at Xiao Ling and the other three. It looked back at the depths of the valley behind the lake again, with an indescribable nostalgia flashing in its eyes.
It turned back and looked at Xiao Yixian again, and said in a low voice: "Human, as proof that you defeated me, I will give you a gift."
The words of the Abyss Water Crocodile King made the four of them curious. Their eyes were full of anticipation, wanting to know what kind of reward he would give out.
Under the curious gaze of Xiao Ling and the other three, the Abyss Water Crocodile King slowly took a few steps back, then raised its head and let out a long roar that shook the earth. As it roared, its entire body began to emit a strong and dazzling blue light, like a blue sun rising in the valley.
The Abyss Water Crocodile King began to guide the power in his body and converge it towards the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal in his body. As the energy flowed, layers of blue ripples appeared on the surface of his body, like rippling water, sparkling, and the entire valley was shrouded in this layer of mysterious blue light.
Witnessing the strange behavior of the Abyss Water Crocodile King, the four of them could not help but feel puzzled. Little Medical Fairy was the first to break the silence. She frowned and asked, "What is the Abyss Water Crocodile King doing?"
Just as the four were puzzled, Yao Lao's voice suddenly sounded, with a hint of amazement: "Tsk tsk, what a rare scene."
After hearing Yao Lao's nonsensical answer, Xiao Ling hurriedly asked, "Yao Lao, what exactly is going on? Please explain it to us."
Yao Chen chuckled, and then answered the four people's doubts: "After the death of the Abyss Water Crocodile King, although the energy in its body will be automatically injected into the Deep Tide Source Crystal, if it has not suffered a fatal blow, they can also choose to actively destroy the Deep Tide Source Crystal in its body, leaving those hunters empty-handed."
"However, there is a special case," Yao Chen continued, "that is when the Abyss Water Crocodile King is in good health and voluntarily injects his own cultivation into the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal. Doing so will cause his cultivation to decline, his physique to weaken, and his cultivation to basically be unable to improve. Even if he dies, he will not be able to inject his energy into the Source Crystal again. I have only seen this kind of situation in books, and have never witnessed it with my own eyes. After all, how could an Abyss Water Crocodile King be willing to sacrifice his own strength to cultivate the next generation in his prime?"
After listening to Yao Chen's explanation, Qing Lin thought for a moment, and then asked: "Master, so this Abyss Water Crocodile King voluntarily injected his cultivation into the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal, and then gave it to Sister Xiao Yixian as a gift as a reward for her victory?"
Yao Chen's voice sounded again, this time with some certainty: "Looking at the situation, it should be correct."
Little Medical Fairy was still a little confused about this. She asked in confusion: "But why did it do this? Consuming its own cultivation to help me?" Xiao Ling smiled easily and said: "This is a simple question. You can just ask it directly after you are done. Anyway, for you, this is a good thing and there is no harm."
Hearing Xiao Ling's words, the Little Medical Fairy nodded, did not continue asking questions, and continued to look in the direction of the Abyss Water Crocodile King.
As the energy gathered, the breath of the Abyss Water Crocodile King gradually weakened. Its body was no longer as powerful as before, but became a little sluggish, its muscles were no longer tense, and its body seemed to have shrunk a little. On its skin, blue light flowed, as if water was flowing quickly under its skin, and finally gathered into the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal in its body.
This process lasted for a while, the blue light on the Abyss Water Crocodile King became brighter and brighter, while its aura became weaker and weaker. Finally, when all the energy was gathered into the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal, the Abyss Water Crocodile King's body regained its calmness, and its eyes opened again, but there was no longer the previous sharpness in its eyes, but a deep tranquility and peace.
Xiao Ling and his companions watched this scene quietly. They could feel that the power of the Abyss Water Crocodile King was changing. Its body and breath were very different from before.
Only half an hour had passed, and the aura of the Abyss Water Crocodile King had undergone a drastic change. Originally a sixth-level peak magic beast, it now exuded an aura equivalent to that of a human Douling level, which was about fourth level. Although its body was still as huge, it was no longer as strong as before.
Then, the body of the Abyss Water Crocodile King trembled slightly, and it opened its huge mouth. A blue energy flowed out from its body, pouring out like water and gathering in its mouth.
Within this strong blue light, a deep blue ball of light slowly floated out. A mysterious light flowed on its surface, as bright as a star.
The deep blue crystal, like the most precious pearl in the deep sea, exudes a mysterious and deep luster. Its surface, with water-like patterns flickering in the faint light, seems to contain endless life force. As soon as the crystal appeared, it firmly attracted the attention of Xiao Ling and the other three.
Qing Lin stared at the beautiful crystal and couldn't help but blurt out: "How beautiful!"
A trace of reluctance flashed across the eyes of the Abyss Water Crocodile King, but it was quickly replaced by a look of relief.
The source crystal slowly rose from the mouth of the Abyss Water Crocodile King, like a star separated from its mother body. Its existence made the surrounding air fresh and pure.
The gem slowly rotated in the air, emitting a faint light, like the brightest star in the night sky, illuminating the slightly dim space around it.
As the source crystal slowly floated, it finally went towards Xiao Yixian. Xiao Yixian stretched out her hand, palm facing up, to accept the gift from the Abyss Water Crocodile King.
The Deep Wave Source Crystal fell lightly into her hands. She could feel the powerful energy contained within it, which was the essence of the Abyss Water Crocodile King's many years of cultivation.
Little Medical Fairy, full of doubts, cast her inquiring eyes towards the Abyss Water Crocodile King. She was puzzled by the Abyss Water Crocodile King's voluntary surrender of the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal.
The Abyss Crocodile King noticed the confusion in Xiao Yixian's eyes, and seemed to think that she might not know enough about the purpose and value of the Deep Turbulence Crystal. So, it began to explain to Xiao Yixian, detailing the origin and function of the Deep Turbulence Crystal.
Although Xiao Ling and the others had already heard about the relevant information about the Shenlan Source Crystal from Yao Chen, they still patiently listened to the Abyss Water Crocodile King's tale again.
After the Abyss Water Crocodile King finished his story, Little Medical Fairy stared at it and asked the question in her heart bluntly: "Why did you give me such a precious thing? Wouldn't it be a big loss for you to do so?"
Facing Xiao Yixian's question, the Abyss Water Crocodile King was silent for a moment, and then its voice echoed in the valley: "Since you have come here, my mission to protect this place is also completed. After you leave, I will continue to stay here until my life comes to an end, so no matter how high your cultivation is, it will be of no use. Giving this gift to you can also be regarded as helping the master's descendants."
The words of the Abyss Crocodile King revealed an attitude of calmness and acceptance of fate. It seemed that it had found its home and was ready to spend the rest of its life in this peaceful valley.
After listening to his narration, Xiao Ling and the other three couldn't help but feel deeply moved. It was hard to imagine how deep the relationship between Venerable Turtle Spirit and Abyss Water Crocodile King must be to allow them to do this.
Little Medical Fairy didn't act pretentiously and directly put the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal into her ring. She turned to the Abyss Water Crocodile King and said, "Thank you, I will cherish this power."
Seeing that Little Medical Fairy had put away the Deep Turbulence Source Crystal, the Abyss Water Crocodile King nodded with satisfaction, then made way for her, stretched out a claw, pointed to the cliff behind the lake, and said, "Go there with the map. There is a space barrier there. After you show the map, the barrier will automatically open, and you will be able to obtain the inheritance left by my master."
When the Abyss Water Crocodile King finished speaking, everyone suddenly realized the real purpose of their journey, which was to explore the inheritance passed down by the Turtle Spirit Venerable for so long. Thinking of this, a look of anticipation flashed in everyone's eyes.
Xiao Ling's heart was filled with irrepressible excitement. Whether he could obtain the legendary Turtle Spirit Earth Fire depended entirely on the upcoming fortune.
He took a deep breath, calmed down his excitement, then turned to his companions behind him and said, "Let's go, hurry up."
As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Ling took a light step and his figure rose into the air like a phantom. Then he took a few steps lightly in the air, as if walking on an invisible staircase, and finally landed steadily on the other side of the lake.
Seeing this, Xiao Yixian, Qinglin, and Ziyan exchanged glances and nodded in tacit understanding. They then spread their respective fighting wings, flapped them slightly, and flew quickly in the direction of Xiao Ling.
As the four figures disappeared on the other side of the lake, the Abyss Crocodile King did not stay on the shore. It jumped and landed lightly in the lake, stirring up ripples that slowly spread on the water surface, and then quickly dived into the deep bottom of the lake without attracting the attention of others.
When Qing Lin landed lightly on the shore, the two rings on her fingers suddenly flashed two white lights. Then, two illusory figures appeared beside her, they were Yao Tianhuo and Yao Chen.
As soon as they appeared, they began to carefully look at the steep cliffs blocked by the mountain cliffs, with deep and complex light flashing in their eyes, as if they were looking for some hidden secrets.
Xiao Ling and Zi Yan also stared at the cliff, and it was obvious that they had also noticed some unusual signs. Xiao Ling had refined the Meteoric Divine Weapon, and with Zi Yan's guidance on the power of space from time to time, his insight into the power of space was far beyond that of ordinary people. And Zi Yan, as the original body of the Taixu Ancient Dragon, had an innate keen perception of space.
The space in front of them seemed ordinary, but it exuded an indescribable strange feeling. This feeling was surprisingly similar to the space they experienced when they entered the inner courtyard of Canaan College.
Qing Lin and Xiao Yixian did not have such insight. Although their strength had reached the realm of Dou Wang and Dou Huang respectively, their control of spatial power was far inferior to that of Xiao Ling and Zi Yan. This mysterious method set up by Dou Zun strongmen was still too profound for them.
Yao Chen gently stroked his transparent beard and exclaimed: "This space barrier is quite cleverly designed. If I hadn't been close to it, it would have been difficult to find it with my current strength."
Yao Tianhuo on the side also nodded in agreement, and added: "This method is indeed extraordinary. The strength of this Gui Ling Venerable in his lifetime should be comparable to mine."
(End of this chapter)