The Strongest Dandy in the City Chapter 2374 - 2363: Corpse Pool

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Previously on The Strongest Dandy in the City...
Ye Chenfeng's rampage continues as he obliterates two Half-step Divine Venerables and the fleeing members of the Zhou clan, succumbing to a deadly bloodlust. Despite the pleas of Bai Wu Fengxian and Hei Jiang Yuntian, only Cheng Yiyao's intervention and the activation of his Dragon Clan Clan Leader mark momentarily restore his clarity. He urgently seeks the Zhou clan's medicine garden to find Hundred-Heart Grass, which he absorbs to expel the rampant death qi. Though the death qi recedes and his bloodlust subsides, a complex black pattern forms on his chest.

"Phew!"

A deep exhale escaped his lips.

Having completely broken free from the Demonization State, Ye Chenfeng experienced a profound soreness throughout his entire body. The bones fractured by Zhou Zhande and his associates had entirely mended due to the pervasive presence of Death Qi.

Nevertheless, after being relentlessly inundated by dense Death Qi and murderous intent, Ye Chenfeng, though not succumbing to unconsciousness this time, felt an unsettling weakness. The Spiritual Energy within him was remarkably volatile, and his complexion appeared rather wan.

Surveying the internal changes within his body with great care, he ascertained the complete absence of Death Qi. His focus then settled upon his right chest, where he observed intricate black markings that seemed to emit a faint, flowing black luminescence.

Ye Chenfeng concentrated all his sensory awareness on these peculiar black patterns, yet detected no trace of Death Qi, causing his brow to knit in a deep frown.

He attempted to guide Spiritual Energy towards the markings, but they remained inert upon contact. Old White Wu Fengxian's voice echoed, "Little fellow, do not ponder it excessively. These black patterns are unequivocally formed from Death Qi Patterns; merely utilizing six Hundred-Heart Grasses was insufficient to entirely purge the Death Qi and malevolent aura from your system."

"The six Hundred-Heart Grasses, while working to suppress and expel the Death Qi within you, triggered a mutation, ultimately manifesting these Death Qi Patterns on your right chest."

"Old Black and I have previously perceived the Death Qi Patterns on your person; however, we cannot detect any Death Qi emanating from them due to this peculiar mutation. At present, your body is wholly unaffected by Death Qi; even when circulating the Spiritual Qi River, these Death Qi Patterns show no alteration. It is truly most unusual."

"Moving forward, you must exercise heightened vigilance regarding Hundred-Heart Grass; it is probable that more than six will be requisiteto eradicate these Death Qi Patterns from your body. These patterns are akin to a malignant growth poised for propagation at any moment; you must maintain constant and close observation of their development."

Receiving Old White Wu Fengxian's counsel, Ye Chenfeng felt a considerable sense of relief. As he initiated movement, he swayed slightly, his gaze falling upon the Zhous' expansive herbal garden, where an intense fragrance of Spirit Grass permeated the atmosphere.

This aroma was overwhelmingly potent, inducing a peculiar sensation in Ye Chenfeng. He inquired, "Old White, Old Black, do you perceive anything unusual about this herbal garden?"

Old White and Old Black commenced a meticulous examination of the garden. Shortly thereafter, Old Black Jiang Yuntian commented, "It is more than merely unusual; this garden harbors a significant problem. The potent fragrance you detect serves to mask another scent; otherwise, the Spirit Grasses here could not possibly exude such an intense aroma."

"Beneath this garden, a persistent emission of corpse aura is occurring, effectively concealed by the Spirit Grass's scent. Do you observe the man-made mountain situated in the garden's center? The most concentrated exhalation of corpse aura emanates directly from that location."

With a somewhat unsteady gait, Ye Chenfeng advanced towards the artificial mountain. As he drew nearer, he identified a Concealed Formation inscribed upon it, one that would pose a significant challenge even to a highly accomplished Array Master.

However, Ye Chenfeng, Old White, and Old Black possessed exceptional proficiencies in formations. Their combined insight rendered the recognition of the formation on the artificial mountain a straightforward matter.

Compelled by a blend of curiosity and apprehension.

Ye Chenfeng commenced the process of deciphering the formation atop the artificial mountain, his hand, imbued with Spiritual Energy, moving deliberately across its surface.

In succession, rays of red, blue, black, and white light emanated from the faux mountain.

"Ka! Ka! Ka! Ka! Ka! —"

A distinct cracking sound resonated through the air as the entirety of the artificial mountain gradually slid towards the right, unveiling a subterranean cave entrance.

With the artificial mountain’s displacement.

Ye Chenfeng became acutely aware of the emanating corpse aura, which assailed his nostrils. Despite a moment of hesitation, he proceeded into the underground passage.

A sequence of stairs descended into the earth.

Upon setting foot on the stairs, the environment plunged into profound darkness; the air grew noticeably humid, thick with a putrid, decaying stench.

The sound "Da! Da! Da!" echoed within the passageway.

It was the sound of Ye Chenfeng's footsteps on the stairs, which were coated in a viscous substance, causing splashes with each tread.

Ye Chenfeng rotated his right hand.

The Green Flame materialized instantly in his palm; its illumination revealed the unsettling truth about the liquid coating the stairs—fresh blood drenched every step.

Ye Chenfeng's gaze intensified, a palpable sense of dread growing within him. A deeply unsettling premonition took root. What kind of place was this within the Zhous' domain? What secrets lay concealed beneath?

After approximately twenty minutes of descent.

Setelah menyelesaikan tangga yang panjang, Ye Chenfeng akhirnya tiba di ruang yang sangat luas.

Saat dia melangkah ke dalam ruang ini.

Dinding batu di sini langsung terang; mereka tertanam dengan potongan Batu Kristal putih.

Cahaya yang berasal dari Batu Kristal putih ini menerangi seluruh ruangan.

Ukuran ruang bawah tanah ini sama dengan taman herbal kolosal di atas.

Dia melihat banyak kolam di dalam ruang ini.

Setidaknya ada beberapa ratus kolam, masing-masing dipenuhi dengan mayat yang terus membusuk.

Setiap kolam dapat menampung lebih dari seratus mayat.

Saat dia memasuki ruang ini, bau yang luar biasa menyerbu lubang hidung Ye Chenfeng.

Mayat di setiap kolam dilebur dan dibusukkan oleh kekuatan tertentu, akhirnya berubah menjadi air darah di kolam.

Mengapa tempat seperti itu ada di bawah taman herbal Zhous?

Ye Chenfeng telah berkonflik dengan Zhous sebelumnya; jika mereka sedang menumbuhkan Teknik Kultivasi jahat menggunakan mayat-mayat ini, dia seharusnya merasakan perbedaan dalam Energi Spiritual mereka, namun dia tidak merasakan apa pun sebelumnya.

Melihat sekeliling.

Ruang bawah tanah tampak kosong dari fitur luar biasa lainnya selain banyak kolam mayat.

Dengan postur yang sedikit gemetar, Ye Chenfeng memusatkan pandangannya pada dinding batu di depan ruang ini; padat tertulis dengan teks, karena dia sudah ada di sini, dia bermaksud untuk menjelajahi secara menyeluruh, sosoknya segera muncul di depan dinding batu, memeriksa karakter yang terukir satu per satu.

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