Could it be that I am the cruel villain?-Chapter 816 - 467: Capturing Kui Ying

"Ladies and gentlemen."

"From this point, heading north for just over ten miles, you'll reach the Old Capital of Dongyue."

"Qingluan, being young, grew up on the border since childhood, but often heard elders in the family speak of the grandeur within the Old Capital. Arrays crisscross over seven hundred miles, and countless families thrive on these lands."

"Now, with the Old Capital ravaged by war, blood and chaos are everywhere. Even the sky, which should have been clear, looks like this now, truly a cause for reflection."

"Alas, I've heard from family elders about that century-long chaotic battle resulting in countless casualties, including top cultivators like the Hou Clan Leader in the Body Integration Realm, with dozens falling on these lands."

"During this century, nearly a hundred experts in the Void Refining Period perished. Although this place is filled with countless opportunities, you must tread cautiously if you wish to seize them. After all, many heavenly materials and earthly treasures here have absorbed a lot of cultivators' blood and flesh, and the hostility absorbed is difficult to refine."

"The item in your hand is called the White Jade Flower, completely translucent like mutton-fat white jade. Its effect is to stabilize the realm, nurture the essence and nature, and is a rare Immortal Herb. However, with its current coloration, its medicinal properties are probably long gone. To know its specific effects, you'd better take it to a medicine hall for careful research, and do not consume it lightly."

Bending down, Jin An, a disciple from Divine Thunder Valley, was picking Immortal Herbs by the roadside, and his expression froze as he coughed awkwardly.

Initially, he thought it was Qingluan's reluctance, but upon discovering it was a reminder, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

"Thank you, miss, for the reminder."

"No need to be polite, and don't be restrained. Since the Holy Emperor has sent out an invitation, inviting all Immortal friends to come here to help Dongyue overcome difficulties and exorcise demons, naturally, he won't be stingy with these worldly possessions."

"If you can find opportunities or heavenly materials and earthly treasures, feel free to take them. Dongyue is vast and resource-rich, not lacking these trifles. I've heard from elders that during the prime of our East Sea Clan, such precious Immortal Herbs were everywhere, with auspicious beasts circling the skies for protection, but..."

"Even Ancient Strange Beasts could not avoid such a fate, which is regrettable."

Following Qingluan's gaze.

A mountain of flesh stood in the distance, towering high. Some parts were still covered in flesh and blood, while others exposed the ghastly bones.

The entire corpse had been dead for over a century, and just seeing that terrifying size with ribs exposed over dozens of meters revealed how fearsome this Ancient Beast was. Observing the cut layers of skin and flesh, it was apparent that this Ancient Beast's internal organs had long been thoroughly hollowed out.

Fragments of meat were everywhere, with a stench overwhelming the senses. Twisted Demon Beasts moved over it, indicating that its internal organs were devoured clean over the centuries by these Demon Beasts, yet the resilient hide remained untouched.

A few Demon Beasts that resembled wolves and tigers still attempted to gnaw and tear, but the size of the scales was almost equal to their bodies, the scales being half a foot thick, propping up high on the massive white skeleton.

The gruesome scene of bloodiness made people frown, but Lei Chuyu seemed to recognize the Ancient Beast lying on the ground that had perished many years ago.

"Is this the Dragon Fish?"

"Hmm..."

Qingluan only nodded.

"If I'm not mistaken, this was the father of Kui Ying, whom you fought against."

Looking at the mountain of flesh with a face full of emotion.

"The purpose of this journey for all at Divine Thunder Valley is Kui Ying. According to the previous agreement, you've assisted in capturing the Hou Clan Leader, so now it's our turn to step in and subdue Kui Ying."

"This is one of Dongyue's auspicious beasts, personally granted permission by the former emperor to dwell near the Capital City. During times of drought in June, this beast could be seen perched above the Capital City, summoning fierce winds and rain, ensuring favorable weather."

"Now, having undergone such a calamity, its temperament has greatly changed. We hope Young Master Lei can subdue it and take it to Divine Thunder Valley for proper guidance. Its spiritual intelligence has awakened, but its nature is overly fierce."

"Kui Ying controls thunder and water, summoning wind, rain, thunder, and lightning effortlessly. You mentioned earlier that you can trap Kui Ying with the sect's array for an hour, which gives us an opportunity to act."

"Young Master Lei will lead the charge. Among those present, only you have formed a Nascent Soul and can confront Kui Ying directly. However, considering you are not in peak condition, if exhausted or unable to sustain it, please retreat at once, with Young Master Jiang taking over, alternating and restraining each other."

"If you can find opportunities or heavenly materials and earthly treasures, feel free to take them. Dongyue is vast and resource-rich, not lacking these trifles. I've heard from elders that during the prime of our East Sea Clan, such precious Immortal Herbs were everywhere, with auspicious beasts circling the skies for protection, but..."

"Even Ancient Strange Beasts could not avoid such a fate, which is regrettable."

Following Qingluan's gaze.

A mountain of flesh stood in the distance, towering high. Some parts were still covered in flesh and blood, while others exposed the ghastly bones.

The entire corpse had been dead for over a century, and just seeing that terrifying size with ribs exposed over dozens of meters revealed how fearsome this Ancient Beast was. Observing the cut layers of skin and flesh, it was apparent that this Ancient Beast's internal organs had long been thoroughly hollowed out.

Fragments of meat were everywhere, with a stench overwhelming the senses. Twisted Demon Beasts moved over it, indicating that its internal organs were devoured clean over the centuries by these Demon Beasts, yet the resilient hide remained untouched.

A few Demon Beasts that resembled wolves and tigers still attempted to gnaw and tear, but the size of the scales was almost equal to their bodies, the scales being half a foot thick, propping up high on the massive white skeleton.

The gruesome scene of bloodiness made people frown, but Lei Chuyu seemed to recognize the Ancient Beast lying on the ground that had perished many years ago.

"Is this the Dragon Fish?"

"Hmm..."

Qingluan only nodded.

"If I'm not mistaken, this was the father of Kui Ying, whom you fought against."

Looking at the mountain of flesh with a face full of emotion.

"The purpose of this journey for all at Divine Thunder Valley is Kui Ying. According to the previous agreement, you've assisted in capturing the Hou Clan Leader, so now it's our turn to step in and subdue Kui Ying."

"This is one of Dongyue's auspicious beasts, personally granted permission by the former emperor to dwell near the Capital City. During times of drought in June, this beast could be seen perched above the Capital City, summoning fierce winds and rain, ensuring favorable weather."

"Now, having undergone such a calamity, its temperament has greatly changed. We hope Young Master Lei can subdue it and take it to Divine Thunder Valley for proper guidance. Its spiritual intelligence has awakened, but its nature is overly fierce."

"Kui Ying controls thunder and water, summoning wind, rain, thunder, and lightning effortlessly. You mentioned earlier that you can trap Kui Ying with the sect's array for an hour, which gives us an opportunity to act."

"Young Master Lei will lead the charge. Among those present, only you have formed a Nascent Soul and can confront Kui Ying directly. However, considering you are not in peak condition, if exhausted or unable to sustain it, please retreat at once, with Young Master Jiang taking over, alternating and restraining each other."