Divine King of Honour Chapter 1841: The Terrifying Black Panther

Xu Nian hastily retreated from this Corpse Mountain Blood Sea Realm, withdrawing his hand from the Hell Stele.

He could feel the potent influence of that terrifying killing aura.

Were it not for his resolute will, he would have been instantly consumed by that formidable aura, leading to the collapse of his soul origin and utter annihilation.

It could be said that attempting to comprehend the insights of the Hell Stele is indeed a highly perilous endeavor.

"I wager he won't be able to comprehend it. Yuqing, you've placed too much faith in him," the young man scoffed.

Mu Yuqing remained silent, her gaze fixed on Xu Nian as she inquired, "How was it? What did you feel?"

"The killing aura was overwhelming, my mind couldn't find peace, and I was utterly incapable of grasping the realm," Xu Nian responded.

Mu Yuqing nodded. "This Corpse Mountain Blood Sea Realm is indeed formidable. Even I struggle to maintain composure against such a dreadful killing aura. The fact that you remained conscious and withdrew unharmed is already quite an accomplishment."

Her words were truthful.

She herself could only maintain a semblance of rationality when faced with this Corpse Mountain Blood Sea Realm; as for comprehension, that was beyond her as well.

"In that case, it seems we are unable to comprehend this Hell Stele. Let's proceed elsewhere," Mu Yuqing suggested once more.

Xu Nian concurred. He acknowledged that comprehending this particular Hell Stele was beyond his current abilities.

The oppressive killing aura was simply too intense.

As for the young man, he was entirely in agreement with Mu Yuqing's suggestion, making any opposition unthinkable.

Thus, the trio continued their journey forward.

However, it wasn't long before Xu Nian sensed a menacing killing aura targeting them.

"Swoosh!"

A dark streak of light then flashed past them.

Its speed was astonishingly swift, pushing the very limits of velocity.

Even Xu Nian struggled to perceive the true form of this fleeting streak of light.

The expressions of Mu Yuqing and the young man immediately grew serious.

"Be cautious, it appears to be a Divine-level soul beast," Mu Yuqing warned.

"A Divine-level soul beast?" Xu Nian exclaimed in surprise.

Within the Netherworld, besides Netherworld Practitioners, there exists another category of beings known as soul beasts.

These so-called soul beasts, akin to the immortal beasts of the immortal and demon races, are species of beasts capable of cultivation.

However, Netherworld Beasts possess a unique nature. They are not the product of procreation among Netherworld Beasts but emerge directly from the world itself. These Netherworld Beasts are essentially formed by the condensation of the world's soul power.

The precise reasons for their condensation remained unclear to Xu Nian.

These condensed soul beasts are initially devoid of spiritual wisdom, gaining sentience only upon reaching the Heavenly Immortal Level.

Their cultivation progresses by devouring the soul power abundant in the heavens and earth, or by absorbing the soul origin of Netherworld Practitioners who met tragic ends.

Generally, soul beasts are incapable of assuming human form, and their cultivation speed lags behind that of Netherworld Practitioners.

Consequently, a Netherworld Beast achieving the Divine-level is an exceptionally rare occurrence.

Now, encountering a Divine-level Netherworld Beast in this location, how could Xu Nian not be utterly astonished?

"What species of Netherworld Beast is this?" Xu Nian inquired, his brow furrowed in confusion.

At that moment, the Netherworld Beast sped past them once more, its movements so rapid that Xu Nian could not pinpoint its exact location.

It seemed as though this Netherworld Beast was toying with them.

"It should be a leopard-type Netherworld Beast, likely possessing the Wind Attribute. Xu Nian, do you know what the most vital component of a Netherworld Beast is?" Mu Yuqing asked.

Xu Nian simply shook his head.

"You don't even know this? A Netherworld Beast's most crucial part is its Soul Core. This Soul Core typically possesses a single, corresponding attribute. Upon reaching the Divine-level, it evolves into Godhood. This is common knowledge," the young man interjected with a sneer.

Xu Nian wore an expression of awkwardness.

He was unaware of such details, having only recently arrived in the Netherworld.

"His assertion is largely correct. These Netherworld Beasts typically possess a singular attribute; they cannot cultivate other affinities. Therefore, the reason this Netherworld Beast exhibits such astonishing speed, without any apparent thunderous characteristics, most likely indicates a Wind Attribute, as only the Wind Attribute can facilitate such velocity," Mu Yuqing elaborated.

"Can the soul beast utilize soul power in this area?" Xu Nian asked.

"It cannot, but soul beasts can more adeptly manipulate laws, and their inherent physical strength is demonstrably far superior to that of ordinary Netherworld Practitioners, rendering them quite formidable opponents," Mu Yuqing replied.

Xu Nian finally understood.

Although soul beasts, too, are formed from soul power, their soul bodies possess immense fortitude.

Furthermore, their overall power far surpasses that of Netherworld Practitioners.

Even Netherworld Practitioners of the same rank stand no chance against a Netherworld Beast. This disadvantage is even more pronounced in this locale where soul power is rendered unusable.

"What? Feeling scared? If you're afraid, then scram. Don't hinder us here," the young man scoffed, noticing Xu Nian's grave expression.

Xu Nian regarded the young man as if he were an utter fool.

This Netherworld Beast clearly possesses considerable intelligence.

The fact that it hasn't launched a direct assault obviously indicates its intention to ambush. And such ambushes typically target the weakest in the group.

He himself was currently in his true form, boasting formidable physical strength.

As for Mu Yuqing, being a Divine Expert, this Netherworld Beast would hardly consider her a suitable target.

Therefore, the most probable victim of an ambush was this very young man.

"Rip!"

Precisely at that instant, a silhouette flashed past them with blinding speed.

The very next moment, the young man who had been standing beside them vanished.

Glancing into the distance, the youth was already caught in the jaws of a colossal black panther.

"It truly is a panther-type Netherworld Beast," Xu Nian mused in astonishment.

"Help me, Senior Sister Yuqing, help me!" the young man cried out, still alive but completely ensnared within the panther's maw, utterly immobilized.

Mu Yuqing's brows knitted together fiercely. Summoning a formidable sword, she commanded the panther, "Release my companion immediately!"

The panther fixed its cold gaze upon Mu Yuqing, its eyes brimming with contempt.

It seemed to be taunting her, its stare filled with mockery.

"Crunch!"

With a single bite, the panther unceremoniously swallowed the young man whole.

The sickening sound of crunching bones was jarringly loud.

The young man managed only a single scream before being entirely consumed.

Despite Xu Nian's dislike for the young man, he hadn't anticipated him perishing without even a struggle. It was evident this panther's might was truly terrifying.

Xu Nian's gaze sharpened with intensity.

"You are courting death!"

Mu Yuqing, incensed by the panther's blatant provocation, immediately unleashed her sword toward it.

Mu Yuqing wielded the Law of the Wood Attribute.

This strike was imbued with a potent life-devouring essence.

Upon the sword's arc, all the surrounding grass and trees instantly withered.

The panther's eyes narrowed, seemingly sensing the terrifying power of the law, and it transformed into a streak of light, vanishing from its original position.

"Its speed is astonishing; even your Sword Radiance cannot match it," Xu Nian remarked in amazement.

Mu Yuqing's expression turned exceedingly grim.

This panther would indeed prove to be a formidable opponent.

"You must remain vigilant; its next target might very well be you. It's intent on picking us off one by one," Mu Yuqing cautioned Xu Nian.

Xu Nian gave a nod.

Abruptly, he sensed a chilling aura rapidly approaching.

Perceiving the imminent peril, Xu Nian didn't hesitate, furiously swinging his God Sword backward.

"Clang!"

His keen blade met the adversary's razor-sharp claw, erupting in a shower of brilliant sparks.

However, the sheer, terrifying force behind the claw's strike sent Xu Nian hurtling backward.