The technique he cultivated was called "Barbarian Bull Strength," a domineering body-tempering method. Upon completion, it would thicken his meridians, greatly increase his strength, and skyrocket his combat power.
However, it also had a drawback: it would erode the user's body.
Over time, cultivators would gradually be invaded by malevolent energy, turning into killing machines with a bloodthirsty nature.
Zhou Yan's current condition was strikingly similar to that of a cultivator practicing "Barbarian Bull Strength."
"I don't know what's going on either,"
Zhou Yan shrugged and said, shaking his head, "Ever since I awakened the Barbarian Bull bloodline, it's like I've taken a miracle drug. Every moment, my body is brimming with power!"
"Nonsense! The Barbarian Bull bloodline is merely a low-tier bloodline and doesn't possess the ability to improve the physical body!" the Barbarian Bull King roared, unwilling to believe it.
"It's true. Look at my skin; it's become as tough as cowhide." Zhou Yan casually swung his arm, revealing his well-defined muscles.
He knew very well that "Barbarian Bull Strength" eroded the body, but in the past few days, he had continuously circulated the technique, and his body had adapted to this erosion, becoming even more robust!
"Impossible!" The Barbarian Bull King refused to accept it.
Although Zhou Yan was formidable, he hadn't reached his level yet. How could he possibly surpass him in physical prowess?
"Barbarian Bull King, I advise you to stop struggling and surrender."
Zhou Yan waved his hand and said indifferently, "Considering how hard you've cultivated, I'll spare your life."
Upon hearing this, the Barbarian Bull King was so enraged that smoke seemed to billow from his nostrils.
This good-for-nothing brat dared to insult him!
"You're seeking death!" The Barbarian Bull King was furious. He stomped on the ground and charged forward.
"Barbarian Bull Charge!"
In an instant, the Barbarian Bull King raised his twin hammers high. Like a barbarian bull, wild and ferocious, he descended with an aura that could destroy everything.
The entire palace trembled.
However, Zhou Yan remained motionless, his hands clasped behind his back.
"Hmm?"
Seeing this, the Barbarian Bull King was stunned.
He had unleashed all his strength, giving his all, yet he couldn't harm Zhou Yan in the slightest. Panic set in, and he began to consider retreat.
"Want to leave? Not a chance!" Zhou Yan chuckled and reached out to grab the Barbarian Bull King's legs.
"Get lost!" The Barbarian Bull King was startled and tried to dodge quickly, but he was a step too late. A sharp pain shot from his right leg as Zhou Yan forcefully snapped it.
The sound of bone cracking was crisp.
The Barbarian Bull King wailed in agony.
"Barbarian Bull King, you are too weak."
Zhou Yan curled his lips, his gaze sharp, and slapped him across the face.
The Barbarian Bull King's face swelled like a pig's head, a tooth flying out of his mouth as his entire face puffed up.
At this moment, the Barbarian Bull King finally understood the situation and shouted unwillingly, "I surrender! We surrender!"
He knew that if he continued, he would be utterly defeated.
"Surrender?" Zhou Yan sneered, "Weren't you quite arrogant earlier?"
Anger flared on the Barbarian Bull King's face, and he felt utterly wronged. However, he knew he couldn't act out. Enduring the intense pain, he forced a strained smile and said, "I have lost this duel. I request peace."
He was unwilling to accept defeat and intended to find other ways to kill Zhou Yan.
But Zhou Yan snorted coldly and mocked, "I can spare you, but you must agree to one thing."
"What is it?" The Barbarian Bull King frowned, a vague sense of foreboding filling him.
"This..." The Barbarian Bull King hesitated for a moment before finally agreeing.
"Very good. I knew you were sensible." Zhou Yan nodded with satisfaction.
"Wait here. I'll go gather troops now."
With that, the Barbarian Bull King, dragging his injured leg, retreated in disarray.
Watching his retreating figure, Zhou Yan sighed inwardly.
"Alas, I intended to spare your life, but you insisted on forcing my hand. I can only kill you."
Zhou Yan murmured softly, his expression returning to its cold severity.
He didn't want to leave any potential threats, so he decided to eliminate the Barbarian Bull King completely.
"Kid, what do you think you're doing? I'm warning you, the Barbarian Bull Tribe is not a force you can afford to provoke. If you dare to kill me, you will surely face retaliation!"
The Barbarian Bull King looked back and saw Zhou Yan staring at him with killing intent. He was immediately startled and quickly issued a threat.
"The Barbarian Bull Tribe is nothing." Zhou Yan scoffed dismissively.
The Barbarian Bull King of the Barbarian Bull Tribe was merely a fifth-tier Grandmaster, not even a ninth-tier Grandmaster. How could Zhou Yan fear him?
"Damn you, useless wretch, don't be too arrogant. Not only do we have the Barbarian Bull Legion, but we also have a sacred beast of the Barbarian Bull clan guarding us. If you dare to provoke us, you'll be walking into a dead end." The Barbarian Bull King's eyes darted, and he reminded Zhou Yan again.
A strange light flickered in Zhou Yan's eyes. After a moment of thought, he mused, "Since that's the case, then quickly lure that sacred beast of the Barbarian Bull clan out."
"What!?" The Barbarian Bull King's eyes widened, as if he had seen a ghost.
The Barbarian Bull Sacred Beast was a peak sixth-tier Grandmaster-level demon beast, extremely powerful. It had once slaughtered hundreds of warriors, creating mountains of corpses and rivers of blood.
Even with his strength as a third-tier Grandmaster, the Barbarian Bull King could barely resist and could only flee.
Zhou Yan was actually asking him to lure out the Barbarian Bull Sacred Beast?
Was he joking?
Was this fellow tired of living?
"Kid, are you crazy?" the Barbarian Bull King cursed.
"How will you know if I'm crazy if you don't try?" Zhou Yan shrugged, his expression innocently innocent. "Don't worry, I'll guard you."
Guard him?
Guard his ass!
Who could guarantee that the Barbarian Bull Sacred Beast wouldn't kill him?
After all, the Barbarian Bull Sacred Beast was synonymous with ferocity, decisive in its actions, and would absolutely not care about his life or death.
"I don't need you to guard me!"
The Barbarian Bull King gritted his teeth, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. He said sinisterly, "Our Barbarian Bull Kingdom has a unique secret medicine that can control the Barbarian Bull Sacred Beast."
"I can make you ingest it, and you will surely die then. Not even a divine immortal could save you."
"Oh? Is that so?"
Zhou Yan's eyes narrowed as he appraised the Barbarian Bull King.
"Hahaha, you must have heard of the 'Soul Devouring Pill,' right? This is the treasure of our Barbarian Bull Tribe. After ingesting this pill, any living being will become weak and powerless, even losing their sanity, leaving only an empty shell!"
"Furthermore, the Soul Devouring Pill can devour souls and strengthen itself, making our Barbarian Bull Tribe increasingly prosperous."
The Barbarian Bull King's arrogance was sky-high, as if he had Zhou Yan cornered.
"Oh? Then hurry up." Zhou Yan urged.
"Alright." The Barbarian Bull King nodded, took out two pills as black as ink, and handed them to Zhou Yan, saying, "After ingesting this pill, you will become weak and powerless until you perish."
As he spoke, a sinister grin spread across his face, appearing extremely ferocious.
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Zhou Yan glanced at him and said calmly.
"Likewise, likewise." The Barbarian Bull King chuckled, his gaze fixed on Zhou Yan with burning intensity.
At this moment, Zhou Yan swallowed the two black pills. Instantly, a terrifying power surged, spreading throughout his body in an instant, making him feel a sense of weakness and helplessness.