Dada was still dumbfounded.
He had seen all sorts of combat styles and knew that human divine abilities could absorb an enemy's attacks and then return them to cause damage.
However, this was the first time he had witnessed a combat style that killed enemies by directly draining their energy.
But then he thought about it, the giant beast was a combination of rock and energy, not even considered alive. Without energy, it would simply be a pile of rubble. Indeed, there was no faster or more convenient combat method than directly draining its energy.
But how could an enemy allow itself to be drained?
At this moment, Dada's gaze turned once more to the pillars of fire impaling the giant beast. They served as restraints. If they had merely sealed it with formations, the beast, in its wild冲撞 (chōngzhuàng - collision/ramming), would have eventually shattered the formations, as its combat power surpassed that of Wan Lei.
Moreover, the constantly moving beast indeed hindered the absorption speed.
These pillars of fire firmly pinned the beast to the ground. Even if the beast struggled fiercely and broke some of the pillars, since the pillars were energy bodies, they remained energy bodies after breaking and could be reassembled.
These pillars of fire absorbed the energy from the beast's body, transmitting it through hundreds of fixed conduits to Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu, where it converged.
This fixed transmission mode maximized efficiency.
Thinking this, Dada couldn't help but nod, praising Wan Lei's wisdom and mastery of formations.
Wan Lei, seizing the opportunity, proudly declared,
"So you say your formations are superior to our spatial seals? Our human bodies are naturally weak, but our wisdom and potential are infinite. Conversely, you, who are naturally powerful and possess immense divine strength, are unwilling to delve into such matters."
Wan Lei's boast instantly shattered Dada's newfound respect. Dada sneered, preparing to witness Wan Lei's downfall.
Because he noticed that the energy gathered in Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu's hands was increasing, but they were unable to absorb it.
In truth, Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu, through their Origin Fire, could absorb this fire-attribute energy. However, being at the peak of the Tai Xu realm, their bodies were always saturated with energy. The Origin Fire was merely a spark, and they had no need to absorb more energy.
They simply couldn't contain any more.
This matter had troubled Wan Lei for a long time. He felt it was a waste not to gain more energy and wanted to find something to store it in, to unleash it during combat for a powerful burst of offensive force.
But alas, the energy system of the Fate Controlling Diagram world had its own cycle and did not accept external energy, while the chaotic energy within the Creation God Disk disdained absorbing such low-level energy.
Wan Lei had considered that the younger ones likely possessed weapons or magical treasures for storing energy, as those technological weapons also required energy accumulation and charging. However, given their status, they wouldn't be lacking in such energy.
The giant beast within the formation grew increasingly weak, eventually collapsing onto the ground, unable to struggle. Its internal fiery glow diminished, and much of its black rocky exterior became visible.
Similarly, the energy surrounding Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu grew more abundant, exceeding their control and gradually becoming chaotic.
Dada noticed this situation and quietly moved away from them, lest he be harmed by any energy explosion.
Dada watched Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu with a cold sneer. The only way to resolve this energy was to completely release its control and let it dissipate into the heavens and earth.
But then he felt a pang of regret, as it was such valuable energy.
Thinking of Wan Lei's stingy and poor demeanor, Dada couldn't help but chuckle, while also eager to see how Wan Lei would handle this energy.
The energy around Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu became increasingly violent. Dada could no longer see the two of them, only the surging flames surrounding them.
The beast below had ceased its struggles.
The formation suddenly dissipated. It couldn't have been broken by the beast, so it must have been recalled by Wan Lei.
Dada's brow furrowed abruptly, his body tensed, and he roared,
"Stop! This energy is beyond your control!"
He realized that Wan Lei had disbanded the formation to use this energy to counter the beast. Otherwise, why wouldn't he have simply absorbed it to death with the formation?
The pillars of fire on the beast vanished. It felt a strong sense of crisis and, without hesitation, used its remaining energy to support its body and escape quickly.
The overwhelming flames encircling Wan Lei and Fang Xiaoyu suddenly coalesced into a fireball and shot towards the beast.
The situation of uncontrollable energy that Dada had envisioned did not materialize. Wan Lei had mastered this immense energy.
If he were to control it himself, he could manage it, given his innate talent and the Origin Fire. However, he had employed a safer method by using the chaotic energy of the Creation God Disk to guide this fire energy.
Under the guidance of the Creation God Disk, Wan Lei effortlessly controlled this energy. The large fireball followed the beast and then erupted in a violent explosion.
The already weakened beast was shattered into pieces by the energy originating from itself.
"How did you do it?"
Dada looked at Wan Lei in disbelief.
"Heh heh, I have my own ways."
Wan Lei chuckled vaguely. Dada, knowing that the other had his secrets, did not press further.
After all, the stronger his teammates were, the more secure his own safety would be.
The Fire Phoenix, with its keen eyes and quick movements, immediately dived into the lava and retrieved the fire lotus.
This fire lotus was larger and its energy more refined than the one they had found before. A fierce beast of the Tai Heng realm indeed guarded something extraordinary.
The Fire Phoenix fumbled with the fire lotus with delight. Yuan Jun and Qing Wu watched beside her, while Wan Lei, Fang Xiaoyu, and Dada flew towards the group of four children.
At this point, the four children had already dealt with their opponents, and the battle was over. Wan Lei inwardly lamented that he had been so focused on dealing with the giant beast that he hadn't had a chance to properly observe how they resolved their enemies.
Dealing with eighteen enemies of the same cultivation level, they had finished faster than Wan Lei and his companions had dealt with the giant beast. These four children were not to be underestimated.
As Wan Lei and the other two flew closer, they saw that one of their enemies was still alive. This person was bound by vines, kneeling in mid-air, weeping and begging for mercy.
Bao Bao, on the other hand, looked wronged and hesitant, her head bowed. The other three were frowning at her, unsure of what to say.
As they got even closer, Wan Lei and the others finally heard what they were saying.
"Bao Bao, what are you hesitating for? Kill him quickly."
"The three of us have already killed seventeen. We saved this one for you, and you're still afraid to kill him?"
"Exactly, Bao Bao. He's a wicked person. We are out here to punish evil and promote good. You must act."
The three spoke in unison, and the pitiable Bao Bao shrunk her neck, her large eyes tearful, on the verge of crying.