The Strongest Dandy in the City Chapter 2273 - 2262: Divine Domain! Trapped!

The Brain-Eating Ghost Insect originates from within the earth, a peculiar species nurtured by the sun and moon's essence.

Thus, the very existence of the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect is intrinsically tied to the earth; they are truly its offspring.

During the Initial Stage of the Ancient Era, these insects were exceptionally abundant. Their defining trait was their incredible speed. Despite their small size, they possessed formidable resilience, making it almost impossible for even those at the Divine King Realm to eradicate them en masse.

As their name suggests, "Brain-Eating Ghost Insects" have an insatiable appetite for brains. They can infiltrate the brain of any living being, and once inside, expulsion becomes exceedingly difficult.

However, if a cultivator manages to achieve the Divine Venerable Realm, the threat of the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect diminishes significantly.

The speed attained at the Divine Venerable Realm far surpasses that of the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect, and attacks from such a powerful cultivator can be executed with pinpoint precision, rendering the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect virtually as insignificant as common pests in their presence.

Truly, for every threat, there exists a natural counter.

While the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect proves immensely troublesome for cultivators, they do have natural adversaries. Creatures known as the Purple Flame Dragonfly possess a particular fondness for consuming Brain-Eating Ghost Insects. Their speed is double that of the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect, and with the presence of Purple Flame Dragonflies, the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect population can be completely wiped out.

Furthermore, the Heaven and Earth Flame stands as another nemesis to the Brain-Eating Ghost Insect. Though capable of incinerating these pests, when confronted with tens of thousands, or even hundreds of thousands, the effectiveness of the Flame may wane, at best allowing a cultivator to withstand the onslaught for a limited duration.

Within the depths of the forest.

The sky and the surrounding paths were utterly obscured by a dense swarm of Brain-Eating Ghost Insects, with an endless tide pouring in from all directions. The incessant "buzz buzz buzz" resounded through the air as these countless dark specks hurtled towards the heads of Ye Chenfeng, Luo Qianjiang, and their companions.

Standing by Ye Chenfeng's side, Tan Yuanwu and Bai Xiaorou exhibited subtle signs of apprehension. Simultaneously, within Ye Chenfeng's mind, Old Bai's voice resonated urgently: "Young one, quickly summon the Green Flame to encircle you. Brain-Eating Ghost Insects also fear the Heaven and Earth Flame; it can incinerate them. However, the sheer number of insects present is overwhelming. They will undoubtedly continue to surge forward, and inevitably, some will breach the Green Flame's barrier. The Green Flame can only offer temporary protection."

Upon hearing this counsel.

Ye Chenfeng swiftly flipped his right palm, and the Green Flame materialized from within. With a flick of his fingers, the Green Flame expanded into a vast inferno, instantly enveloping the three individuals.

As anticipated, the incoming swarm of Brain-Eating Ghost Insects met the Green Flame with a "sizzle! sizzle!" sound, their charred bodies plummeting to the ground.

Yet, these relentless insects appeared completely undeterred, continuing their assault on the Green Flame, causing the fiery barrier around Ye Chenfeng and the others to convulse violently. The sheer immensity of the insect swarm rendered the Green Flame's sustainability almost impossible.

Meanwhile.

Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng, facing the onslaught of Brain-Eating Ghost Insects, felt a sudden flicker of light on their foreheads as divine sense power emanated continuously from their beings.

With two resounding booms.

From Luo Qianjiang's forehead, a colossal green Sea of Consciousness erupted, spreading outward to cover a five-meter radius surrounding him. From Jin Hongsheng's forehead, a blue Sea of Consciousness burst forth, extending to encompass an eight-meter radius.

A unique type of divine sense power continuously radiated from their externalized Seas of Consciousness.

This externalized Sea of Consciousness is known by cultivators as the Divine Domain. Upon reaching the Divine King Realm, one gains the ability to externalize their Sea of Consciousness, thus manifesting the Divine Domain. Any adversary foolish enough to step within one's Divine Domain will find their speed and strength significantly hampered, drastically diminished.

Naturally, the release of the Divine Domain is not a trivial feat. Even after achieving the Initial Stage of the Divine King Realm, after a single deployment, a recovery period of approximately one month is required before it can be unleashed again. Consequently, cultivators at the Divine King Realm generally refrain from deploying their Divine Domain.

When Ye Chenfeng was at the Earth Profound Realm, his Sea of Consciousness was drawn out once, resulting in severe repercussions. Due to the Sea of Consciousness being a cultivator's Divine Domain, it can only be truly deployed after advancing to the Divine King Realm.

The Brain-Eating Ghost Insects that penetrated Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng’s Divine Domain found their movements significantly impeded, yet they couldn't afford to delay. The Divine Domain's effectiveness was time-bound, and the sheer volume of these insects presented an overwhelming challenge. Should their Divine Domain falter, escaping the area would become an insurmountable task.

From a distance, Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng observed Ye Chenfeng and his group cocooned within the Green Flame. They surmised that the Green Flame's protection was fleeting and would eventually succumb to the onslaught of Brain-Eating Ghost Insects. Consequently, they opted to abandon any immediate confrontation with Ye Chenfeng, prioritizing their escape above all else, believing Ye Chenfeng and his companions were doomed to perish if they remained.

Having unleashed their Divine Domain, Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng took to the skies. With the Brain-Eating Ghost Insects within their domain slowed, evading them became a manageable feat.

Swiftly ascending, Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng gained sufficient altitude to break through the blockade range of the Brain-Eating Ghost Insects. Concurrently, their manifested Divine Domain rapidly faded, its operational period presumably concluded.

Witnessing the swift dissolution of their Divine Domain, Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng recognized the urgency of their departure, lest the Brain-Eating Ghost Insects relentlessly pursue them. Luo Qianjiang's voice echoed downwards, "Ye Chenfeng, you may remain here to be slowly devoured!"

His pronouncement hung in the air.

Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng propelled themselves forward with utmost speed, their flight path ascending to extreme heights as they rapidly accelerated away from the forest's confines.

No longer bearing Luo Qianjiang and Jin Hongsheng as their targets, the entirety of the swarming Brain-Eating Ghost Insects now fixated with ferocious intensity upon the Green Flame enveloping Ye Chenfeng and his allies. Wave after relentless wave surged closer, causing the Green Flame to quiver with increasing violence.

The Brain-Eating Ghost Insects appeared to be on the verge of breaching the Green Flame's defenses.

Ye Chenfeng, Bai Xiaorou, and Tan Yuanwu found themselves completely ensnared.

...(To be continued. If you enjoy this work, feel free to vote with your recommendations and monthly tickets on Qidian (qidian.com); your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.)