Seeing this, the many demonic beasts seemed to understand the actions of the two individuals. Their attacks immediately became more frenzied, clearly intending to protect the Black Rhinoceros.
Unfortunately, from the very beginning, these two had no intention of defending against their assault. Thus, even as their attacks intensified, the pair charged forward towards the Black Rhinoceros, heedless of the danger.
In such a situation, if the Black Rhinoceros were to persist, it could certainly annihilate them.
However, it would not emerge unscathed.
But as long as the Black Rhinoceros retreated, and as long as Ao Yuan did not intervene, they would be able to find an opportunity to escape.
"Black Rhinoceros, I refuse to believe you would sacrifice your life to save ours!"
As the Black Rhinoceros drew closer, they could feel its terrifying aura washing over them.
Yet, the two were not overly concerned.
And they had already begun to subtly shift their positions, preparing to create a good opportunity for their escape.
"Roar!"
Observing the series of actions from the two, the Black Rhinoceros's heart jolted, and an overwhelming sense of crisis surged through it.
Clearly, it understood this was a deadly gambit.
And it knew why these two were resorting to such tactics.
"Should I just let them go?"
Soon, the Black Rhinoceros made a decision in its heart.
For it to let them go was absolutely impossible.
"Roar! Roar! Roar!"
With this thought, the Black Rhinoceros's eyes, as small as black beans, flashed fiercely. Then, instead of retreating, it charged forward with increased speed towards the two.
At this moment!
The light on its single horn erupted, having mobilized its last remaining strength. It was clear that it intended to utterly destroy the two with this single strike!
"What is he thinking?"
"He's still attacking?"
The eyes of the two widened dramatically. However, they knew they couldn't afford to overthink in such a situation.
Gritting their teeth, and striving for that sliver of a chance to survive, they also ferociously charged towards the Black Rhinoceros.
At this very moment!
Under the watchful eyes of all.
Without any surprise.
The collision between the Black Rhinoceros and the two occurred.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
In an instant, an incredibly loud and resonant impact erupted, causing the surrounding area to hum.
Countless eyes were fixed on this spot, eager to see who would emerge victorious.
A moment later.
A sound like a thunderclap exploded from their center.
Beneath the thick smoke, blood began to trickle from the corner of the Black Rhinoceros's mouth, and its entire aura abruptly weakened.
Facing two opponents, even though those two were heavily injured, it was an extremely difficult task for the Black Rhinoceros.
After all.
The Black Rhinoceros was not at its peak condition. It had already sustained repeated blows earlier.
However.
Compared to the Black Rhinoceros, the condition of the other two was also not good.
Under the violent impact, their previous wounds tore open again, and hot blood continuously poured out.
The bodies of the two trembled, and they were on the verge of collapsing to the ground.
"Blocked... Blocked!"
The two felt no further surge of power from the Black Rhinoceros and breathed a collective sigh of relief.
However.
The stone in their hearts had not yet settled when the Black Rhinoceros let out a fierce roar.
Following that.
The demonic beasts behind it let out ear-splitting cries of grief.
Their eyes turned blood-red, and they charged directly towards the two.
The two seemed to sense what these demonic beasts intended. A look of profound panic flashed across their faces.
In their panic, they immediately let out continuous roars, desperately trying to subdue the swarm.
At this moment.
Given their current state, they were utterly incapable of resisting this horde of demonic beasts!
But it was clear.
Under these circumstances, their roars were completely unable to subdue the swarm.
As the demonic beasts surged forward, they were instantly engulfed by the black tide formed by the beasts.
Then, the beasts began to tear and bite. The two were completely unable to resist, only managing to let out one agonizing scream after another.
It did not last long.
The screams grew progressively weaker.
When the swarm of demonic beasts finally departed, the original positions of the two reappeared.
At this moment.
There was no trace of the two left on the ground, only a pool of blood that seemed to speak of the preceding carnage.
"Cough... cough..."
Seeing this scene, a glint of joy appeared on the Black Rhinoceros's pale face.
Then.
It slightly tilted its head upwards, looking towards the sky.
"My subjects, I have avenged you!"
It mouthed these words silently, and then its body, unable to support itself any longer, collapsed to the ground with a thud.
"Roar! Roar! Roar!"
"Roar! Roar! Roar!"
"Roar! Roar! Roar!"
The swarm of demonic beasts could not stop their mournful cries. Several beasts rushed to the Black Rhinoceros's side, using their bodies to prop it up, trying to make it stand again.
Unfortunately, all their efforts were in vain.
The Black Rhinoceros!
It had fought for too long and sustained too many injuries.
It was already utterly exhausted.
And it had no more strength to expend.
"Roar! Roar! Roar!"
The countless demonic beasts seemed to understand that the Black Rhinoceros had reached its limit, and their cries of grief intensified.
At this moment, a profound sorrow permeated the air.
In mid-air, Ao Yuan watched this scene. His usually indifferent expression showed a flicker of emotion.
He had not intervened earlier not because he was unwilling.
But because this matter was meant to be handled by the Black Rhinoceros!
Only in this way could the grievances between the Black Rhinoceros and those individuals be resolved.
Fortunately.
The Black Rhinoceros and this group of demonic beasts had not disappointed him. Using their own strength, they had annihilated their enemy.
Although a great price had been paid for this, with Ao Yuan present, such a price could be offset!
"Dragon God!"
Just as Ao Yuan was contemplating this, the Black Rhinoceros turned its gaze towards him.
"Hmm?"
Ao Yuan turned his head and looked at the Black Rhinoceros indifferently, remaining silent.
This time.
The Black Rhinoceros, with great difficulty, attempted to rise from the ground.
However, in its current state, this was no different from a fool's errand.
"Roar! Roar! Roar!"
The surrounding demonic beasts, seeing this, began to nudge the Black Rhinoceros with their bodies.
They wanted to help it up, but it was stopped by the Black Rhinoceros.
It swept aside the numerous demonic beasts and then attempted to stand on its own.
Once.
Twice.
Thrice.
...
It tried to stand up again and again, but each time it failed to maintain its balance and fell back down with a thud.
Finally!
It managed to stagger to its feet, its limbs trembling, having painstakingly stood up.
The Black Rhinoceros's body shook violently, as if it were about to fall apart. Yet, it did not collapse. After stabilizing itself slightly.
It slowly lifted its head, its black-bean-sized eyes looking intently at Ao Yuan.
Then, it bent its front hooves and knelt towards Ao Yuan, shouting loudly, "Dragon God!"
"Please, accept my subjects!"
"As long as you accept my subjects, even if I have to become an ox or a horse in the next life, I will repay your kindness."
As the words fell, it could no longer support its body and toppled to the side.
Its black-bean-sized eyes seemed to be closing, clearly indicating that everything that had transpired today had pushed it to its absolute limit.
"Roar! Roar! Roar!"
Witnessing the Black Rhinoceros's actions, the eyes of the demonic beasts it had led turned red.
At this point, how could they not understand that the Black Rhinoceros could no longer hold on?