Chapter 580: Paths (1/2)

Since the two of them didn't know which passage to take, they simply selected a random one. Krune and Iem tried to use Purple Tribulation Lightning and Devil Flame against the beetles. At first, it was really effective. They were able to kill a few of them. However, considering the sheer amount of Azure Beetles, it wasn't enough to even be considered a change. Besides, they could hear the sound that came from far behind the beetles. They were sure that whatever they are seeing now is only the tip of the Iceberg.

That being said, they cast away any idea of using Luvile and Harold's powers to deal with the beetles. Doesn't matter how much they have, it wouldn't be enough to deal with all of them.

”Just what are those beetles? Have you noticed anything about them?”

Krune shook his head.

”I don't even know how they can be this strong. The beetles have no cultivation whatsoever. All I can tell is that they are indeed alive, but that's all.”

Krune and Iem moved at full speed. Even so, the Azure Beetles were not much slower. The cave passages seemed to continue endlessly. Also, they often had to select different paths to the point that they don't even know if they are running in circles. As they ran forward, Krune looked at the ground. Just like the entrance, everything was covered in dust.

”It seems like it was our actions that invited them over. Look at all the dust. If those beetles passed through here frequently, there is no way it would be like this. Perhaps, they reacted to the sound of our attacks.”

Iem nodded.

”Most likely, it was my last punch.”

It was then that Krune had an idea.

”Wait! This cave had always been pitch black, no light whatsoever. Also, it is evident that no one passed through here for who knows how many years. That being said, there is no way that those beetles can see us. They are definitely adapted to the dark environment. Since that is the case, they are following us through other methods. One of them is definitely sound.”

Iem agreed with Krune. Coincidentally, they reached another set of paths to chose from. Krune then brought out two simple bird puppets that Heavin had created in the past. He imbued it with a sound wave technique, which would constantly release a loud noise. After that, he simply commanded them to follow two different passages and don't stop.

Iem did something similar with a technique of his. Two flame birds appeared on his hands before taking flight. Right after, they went into another two different passages while leaving loud bird cries. They wouldn't resist as long as Krune's puppets, but it also helped.

Krune and Iem nodded at each other as they imbued their feet with Godly Energy. They did that to prevent themselves from making too much noise as they selected a different passage as well.

A few seconds later, when the beetles arrived, they separated into five groups. Four of them followed the dummies while the last one went after Krune and Iem.

Even though Krune and Iem didn't get rid of the pursuit, they were delighted to see that most beetles followed other paths.

”Alright. We are making almost no sound compared to the dummies, but a fifth of the group still followed us. That means they have another way of finding our location...”

Iem nodded.

”Take a look at their heads. Even though they are blind, they still have eyes. Perhaps, they evolved into a type of heating detector. After all, I can't feel any Divine Sense passing through us.”

Krune had to admit that Iem was right. Right after, Krune and Iem enveloped their bodies with Godly Energy, sealing all the heat inside. As soon as that happened, the group of azure beetles behind them seemed to have lost their target. Therefore, they began to move in all directions at the same time as if searching for something.

Krune and Iem were delighted to see that. Without making any noise, they kept moving forward. A few minutes later, they couldn't see the beetles anymore. They slowly increased their speed after that. The last thing they need is to attract more of those things.

Krune and Iem didn't stop moving before five entire hours had gone by. Finally, they reduced their speed to save energy as they talked about the situation.

”We probably run over 2000km already. Still, there is no sign showing that we are going anywhere. Besides, you saw what happened. After the beetles lost the target, they scrumble everywhere, looking for us. If they keep that behavior, they will reach us again sooner or later.”

Krune nodded.

”So far, we took the passages that seemed to lead up. But they ended going up and down, not really making us move anywhere close to the surface. Also, although it looks like this place is abandoned, we can't guarantee that no one is observing us through these restrictions.”

Iem narrowed his eyes and nodded. Soon, they arrived at another set of paths to chose from. However, they didn't make a decision straight away. Instead, they began to think about all the passages they took so far.