Chapter 696: Underground Ruins! (1/2)

Moreover, a situation that Bai Xiaofei had never thought of caught him off guard and sent him into despair – the excessive consumption of energy forced him out of the Spiritualization State!

The Golden Feather guise turned into a virtual shadow as a human form gradually solidified. Fortunately, at the last moment, he recovered some energy and Huskie’s ability kept him from revealing his true appearance.

Just as Bai Xiaofei thought he was going to die, the attacks he expected did not come. Looking over to the huge group of people in surprise, he instantly understood.

Everyone was intensely staring at him with wide-open eyes and mouth agape. They were scared silly…

A magical beast that has mastered a human form?! Just what rank is it?! This beast can rank up while being attacked?!

Seeing this scene, Bai Xiaofei decisively revealed a tragic smile. He must not give them the time to respond, otherwise, he’d be dead ten times over!

“Unbelievable, huh? This lord actually lost here. Human over there, you must be the leader,” Bai Xiaofei spoke slowly and with a hint of bitterness, much like a mighty hero reaching the end of their road.

Jackdaw didn’t answer. First of all, he hadn’t recovered from the shock yet. Secondly, he was pondering Bai Xiaofei’s words.

“Don’t worry, I won’t self-detonate, that would be an insult to myself. I will even give you an opportunity. It depends on you whether you can grasp it!” As Bai Xiaofei said this, a wisp of golden flame slowly expanded and engulfed his body.

This time, of course, it wasn’t the real skill. Not to mention that Bai Xiaofei didn’t have the energy, he didn’t have the ability either after separating from Blackie.

However, those flames were not illusions. After all, Blackie couldn’t help him manifest illusions at the moment. This was only possible thanks to Bai Xiaofei’s habit of making thorough preparations, or else he would really meet his end this time.

Ever-Changing Grass, a special plant Bai Xiaofei had brought out from the Gorge of Heroes, could simulate any element it touched. Making a variation out of this characteristic was not difficult. However, this stuff was quite rare and the amount he had was only enough for this one time. This was why Bai Xiaofei had never used it before.

But now he really had no choice. He had many life-saving cards, but the Ever-Changing Grass was the only suitable one in this situation.

There was also a reason why for all the nonsense he said to Jackdaw. He could not give the guy the chance to attack.

“Take it, my gift to you!” announced Bai Xiaofei with a bizarre smile.

The next second, the whole cave shook violently like a magnitude-10 earthquake in a series of explosions!

Before Jackdaw’s arrival, Bai Xiaofei had buried a large number of white puppets around, only to set them off with God Control!

The continuous explosions extinguished the flames in the cave. As the whole cave went dark, chaos erupted and curses resounded. Jackdaw’s voice was lost in the clamor. When the torches were re-lit, Bai Xiaofei had already disappeared…

They were tricked!

Climbing out of the rubble, Jackdaw’s face was ugly as if he had eaten a fly. The big bang Bai Xiaofei had made was loud but nearly harmless. No one died in the explosion, only suffering some scratches at most from being hit by debris.

“Leader!!”

Just as Jackdaw was preparing to search for ‘Golden Feather,’ an alarmed cry came from a corner. Looking over, it was an ordinary member of the Jackdaw group pointing to a hole in the ground in exhilaration.

Everyone curiously flocked over, including Jackdaw’s group. Nearing the hole, they felt dreary cold winds blowing on their faces. It was like standing in front of the gate to the underworld!

“This is…?” Qiu Feng frowned in doubt.

Meanwhile, Jackdaw’s eyes glinted.

“Although we couldn’t kill the beast, this mine is here to stay. Everyone present can harvest it at will starting now until the Snow Kingdom army comes and takes over tomorrow. I believe that you all understand what this means.”

Hearing Jackdaw’s words, the cursing crowd was instantly struck awake before flocking into the mine. However, Jackdaw’s team remained in their place.

“Qiu Feng, you and a squad captain stay guard here. Aside from our people, handle anyone who wants to come near!” Jackdaw lowered his voice so that only his group could hear.

Jackdaw’s order stunned Qiu Feng. Then, his frown loosened into a delighted expression.