Bang!
Instantly, the valley shook, and gray-brown mist enveloped the surroundings.
Chi Di twisted its massive body and began its attack.
Its demonic body was nearly a hundred meters long and as thick as a water tank, covered in scarlet runes. It opened its monstrous maw and lunged at Tu Shan Shushu.
Meanwhile, other experts of the Scarlet Serpent clan in the valley swiftly sealed the valley exits, preventing Tu Shan Shushu from escaping.
Clearly, they had planned meticulously and had no intention of letting Tu Shan Shushu leave alive.
Tu Shan Shushu was beautiful and ethereal, her fair face showing no trace of nervousness. Having been oppressed by the Scarlet Serpent lineage for so many years, it was time to reclaim her honor.
Nine pure white fox tails swayed gently behind her, and she was enveloped in a layer of white mist. Though her form was petite, the surging life force she exuded was like crashing waves.
Tu Shan Shushu did not dodge, but met the attack head-on.
"Hmph, what gives you the confidence to confront me head-on? You're seeking death."
Chi Di roared, its killing intent soaring. It dived ferociously, its gaping maw generating immense suction, intending to swallow Tu Shan Shushu whole.
Tu Shan Shushu moved her hands, her fingertips conjuring peculiar runes. A brilliant light arrow condensed, shooting out like a meteor.
Clang...
Chi Di's massive head was struck and tilted to the side. A row of fangs was hit by the light arrow, making a cracking sound.
Immediately, two fangs shattered, and blood splattered from its gums.
"Golden Immortal realm! I didn't expect you to break through!"
Chi Di was somewhat shaken, unable to comprehend how Tu Shan Shushu, who had been stuck at the peak of the Saint Immortal realm for thousands of years with no sign of breakthrough, had suddenly advanced.
Underestimating Tu Shan Shushu and being caught off guard, he suffered a minor loss, which infuriated him.
"You are only in the early stage of the Golden Immortal realm, while I am in the middle stage. Dealing with you is more than enough."
Chi Di's body erupted with astonishing ferocity. Its scarlet scales glinted menacingly, and it began to unleash its true power.
Its broken teeth regrew, sharp and menacing like immortal swords, shrouded in a foul wind, and it lunged at Tu Shan Shushu again.
Chi Di was incredibly powerful. Its gaping maw expanded several times, locking onto Tu Shan Shushu's position and biting down on that area.
Tu Shan Shushu was not swallowed; her figure had already flashed hundreds of meters away.
Then, Chi Di's tail swung high, crashing down like a mountain range, launching a barrage of attacks.
The red and white figures dodged each other repeatedly, the terrifying energy causing sand and stones to fly, and dust to rise throughout the valley.
The commotion caused by their battle shook the entire Qingqiu mountain range.
Chi Qingying's divine sense was incredibly powerful. Sensing the disturbance, she immediately investigated what was happening.
She said with some emotion, "A fit of rage for a lover. Tu Shan Shushu truly cares for you. Could she be going to war with the Scarlet Serpent clan for you? They say fox maidens are devoted, and I didn't believe it before, but now it seems true."
"What nonsense are you talking about."
Ji Mo's old face blushed unusually at being teased.
He wouldn't narcissistically believe that Tu Shan Shushu would go to war with the Scarlet Serpent clan for him, but his mind couldn't help but recall Tu Shan Shushu hugging his neck that morning, her starry eyes hazy, her small mouth pouting for a kiss, looking so adorable.
Even now, a faint fragrance lingered on his lips, and the wonderful sensation was still unforgettable.
"Oh, oh, oh, you're still telling me there's nothing between you and Tu Shan Shushu. Looking at your expression, you clearly have a thing going on. You must be trying to eat soft rice by force."
Chi Qingying continued to tease, watching Ji Mo with great interest. It was the first time she had seen a young man blush with shyness.
"Pretty girl Chi, I know you have a beautiful heart and are sweet, with peerless swordsmanship and unfathomable strength. How about you step in and help Tu Shan Shushu."
Ji Mo's words were sweet, trying to flatter Chi Qingying into intervening.
However, Chi Qingying was not swayed by being called "pretty girl." She smiled and said, "This is an internal conflict within the Qingqiu Demon Sect. I have no reason to get involved. Of course, if you have more good things like the Netherworld Undying Vine, I can help you once to save your little sweetheart."
Ji Mo said, "You help first, and I'll find you better ones later. I guarantee they'll be sturdier than this one."
"Even sturdier? You're bragging."
Chi Qingying didn't believe him at all. This was the Netherworld Undying Vine, which had been touched by divine blood and could barely be considered a divine treasure.
Anything better would only be the divine vines themselves.
How could she believe Ji Mo could find a divine vine for her? Moreover, even if he found one, he wouldn't be able to subdue it.
Ji Mo couldn't produce anything good, so he immediately pointed to the lying Qilin outside the window and said, "This donkey has exceptional spirit and abundant vitality. It must be a rare breed. I'll trade it for a chance to have you help me."
The Qilin had good hearing and was startled by this remark.
It couldn't quite believe its ears. Who would casually give away a divine beast? Was it that insignificant?
Chi Qingying's words further angered it to the point of almost spitting blood.
Chi Qingying said with a look of disdain, "You want to trick me into acting by offering a stupid donkey? Dream on."
Because the Qilin had always hidden its divine beast aura, its appearance was indeed unremarkable, and no one took it seriously.
"Stupid donkey?"
The Qilin glared furiously at Chi Qingying. If it hadn't been suppressed by the Heavenly Gang God Slaying Formation for over ten thousand years, its origin damaged and its strength greatly diminished, it would certainly not be Chi Qingying's match now. It would have erupted on the spot.
It decided that after a period of recuperation and some recovery of its strength, it would definitely teach this shorty a lesson.
Chi Qingying felt a chill down her spine. She turned and saw the Qilin's terrifying gaze, and her heart skipped a beat.
Her sharp divine sense made her notice something was amiss, and she began to examine the Qilin closely, finally detecting a trace of abnormality.
At this moment, Ji Mo interrupted her, scoffing, "Little miser, it serves you right for not growing taller."
"Bastard, you're the one who didn't grow taller."
Chi Qingying instantly lost her composure and lunged at Ji Mo, and the two began to grapple.
The battle in the valley was also drawing to a close.
The valley was in disarray, and Tu Shan Shushu and Chi Di had separated.
Chi Di had lost many scales, with multiple bloody wounds.
Tu Shan Shushu was also not faring well, with blood flowing from the corner of her mouth. Her white tail was stained red, and her injuries were not light.
They were evenly matched, neither capable of defeating the other.
"Chi Di, you can't kill me. If we keep fighting, it'll be a mutual destruction."
Tu Shan Shushu wiped the blood from her lips, her smile incredibly bright.
Ji Mo's face inexplicably flashed in her mind. If she hadn't been forcibly kissed by that scoundrel that morning, she wouldn't have broken through, and she would likely have been killed by Chi Di by now.
Her hatred for Ji Mo had lessened considerably. She even harbored a shy thought: if she kissed that scoundrel a few more times, would her strength continue to surge?
Chi Di was furious at this moment, his eyes seeming to spew flames. He was clearly a minor realm higher than Tu Shan Shushu, yet he couldn't defeat her, which was a great loss of face.
"Don't get cocky. I simply don't wish to engage in a protracted battle with you."
Chi Di's gaze was uncertain. He truly wanted to disregard everything and kill Tu Shan Shushu along with the other experts.
However, after weighing the pros and cons, he couldn't make such a drastic decision.
"Just wait. Next time, I will defeat you honorably and reclaim the position of Qingqiu Demon Sect Leader."
Tu Shan Shushu let out a cold snort, issuing a challenge. Her figure transformed into a white light and shot towards the sky.
"Heh, next time? Tu Shan Shushu, you won't get that chance."
The void distorted, and blood-red light flashed. A colossal palm emerged, directly slapping Tu Shan Shushu back.