C6 Devouring Beast(2)

A flicker of excitement passed through Zhang Fann's eyes at the thought.

"Moreover, the key lies in the Scarlet Scaled Dragon Python."

A complete plan had formed in Zhang Fann's mind: to devour the Scarlet Scaled Dragon Python.

Despite the dragon python's corpse being incomplete, it exuded a subtle yet oppressive aura. Devouring such a formidable Demonic Beast was sure to yield immense benefits.

"System, consume the Scarlet Scaled Dragon Python!"

With unwavering resolve and a fiery gaze, Zhang Fann chose to devour without a moment's hesitation.

A flash of white light enveloped the dragon python's body with a mysterious energy, which then slowly merged into Zhang Fann.

Roar!

In a mere moment.

He could sense his muscles, bones, blood vessels, and more expanding at an astonishing rate, his blood boiling within him like molten lava.

A bulge formed on his forehead, as if something within was striving to break free.

"Clang!"

"Congratulations, you have become a Scarlet Lotus Dragon Horn Tiger, a Seventh Rank of the Human Level."

As the system's voice echoed, Zhang Fann underwent a transformation.

He now stood six meters tall, his body sheathed in dark scales, his claws sharper, adorned with pale markings, and sporting a singular blood-red horn!

Impressive!

At that moment, Zhang Fann radiated a formidable presence.

"Let's check the stats."

Zhang Fann steadied his emotions and swiftly reviewed his information.

[System: Zhang Fann]

[Scarlet Lotus Dragon Horn Tiger]

[Level]: Sixth Grade Demon Soldier

[Cultivation Technique]: "Primordial Chaos Demon Spirit," "Black Tiger Roars"

[Skills]: Tiger Roar, Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire, Rock Armor, Stealth, Berserk, Dragon's Might

[Experience]: …

Although the beast had perished long ago and its power had waned, its bloodline still reached the Seventh Grade.

Crucially, he had not only enhanced his own bloodline but also acquired a strand of the Dragon Clan's lineage!

And it was this trace of the Dragon Clan's bloodline that had caused a crimson dragon horn to emerge atop his head!

At this moment.

His scales had grown thicker and harder, his fangs and claws larger and more lethal.

A subtle aura emanated from his body, a power derived from the Dragon's Might, which significantly weakened the opponent's strength and prevented them from exerting their full power. His Dragon Clan lineage had bolstered his physical strength and defense fourfold! With his current prowess, Zhang Fann wouldn't even need to resort to the Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire in a clash with the Iron Back Vast Ape King. He nodded with satisfaction, ready to set out. It was time to enhance his abilities – the Hundred Thousand Mountains beckoned!

...

As another day waned, Zhang Fann stood atop a mountain summit, gazing into the distance at the Hundred Thousand Mountains sprawling before him. True to their name, the mountains stretched endlessly, a vast expanse beyond sight. He had stepped into their domain, specifically at the fringe of this massive range, where the land lay barren.

The Iron Back Vast Ape King's memories revealed that the Hundred Thousand Mountains were segmented into distinct territories. Each Demon General ruled over their own realm, teeming with innumerable high-ranking Demon Soldiers. Skirmishes between these Demon Generals were common, their brutality surpassing even that of the Dark Forest.

Yet for Zhang Fann, a Rank Eight Demon Soldier with a sliver of Dragon Race blood coursing through him, his combat strength rivaled that of a Rank One Demon General. This place was his ideal hunting ground. The prospect of numerous Demon Generals and high-ranking Demon Soldiers filled him with an exhilarating rush – this was his chance for another breakthrough!

With that thought, Zhang Fann wasted no more time. He bolted down the mountain, his stomach growling after the long trek, eager to commence his hunt.

...

At the base of the mountain stood trees of immense girth. Before Zhang Fann could take in more of his surroundings, the system's voice chimed in.

[Map Scan: Rank Seven Demonic Beast detected 100 meters ahead!]

His eyes locked onto a colossal Black Wolf, over four meters in height, emerging from the woods. The Black Wolf moved with astonishing speed, its fangs and claws gleaming with a menacing chill, signaling a formidable challenge ahead.

Zhang Fann's gaze shifted and he spotted a towering Black Wolf over four meters tall emerging from the forest. Its movements were swift, its fangs and claws glinting with a chilling light, presenting a formidable challenge.

Upon seeing Zhang Fann, the wolf's eyes gleamed with unmistakable greed, sensing the robust vitality within him. It imagined the power it could gain if it could just consume him...

Aooo!

"Just you alone?"

Zhang Fann sensed the creature's ill intent.

Without a word, he sprang into action!

He summoned a flame known as the Lotus Purifying!

Berserk!

Dragon's Might!

In an instant, Zhang Fann erupted with his full strength, his body ablaze with fierce flames. As he unleashed the Dragon's Might, the Black Wolf shuddered under the overwhelming presence of the Dragon Race.

At that moment, Zhang Fann's presence even eclipsed that of the Black Wolf!

Whoosh!

Zhang Fann swiped with his tiger claw, unleashing the Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire. The Black Wolf, nimble and quick, attempted to sidestep the attack.

But its speed was no match for Zhang Fann's.

Roar!

The Black Wolf howled in agony, having gravely underestimated the Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire. A moment's carelessness was all it took to be reduced to ashes by the relentless flames.

Even its Demonic Qi was incinerated in an instant.

The Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire was truly formidable!

As Zhang Fann evolved, the power of the Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire grew increasingly potent. Perhaps as his own strength surged, his mastery over the flame deepened as well.

The Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire could incinerate anything!

Ultimately, the Black Wolf's pained cries were silenced as it was consumed alive by the Lotus Purifying Demonic Fire.

"Dang!"

[Congratulations to the host for defeating a level 7 Demon Soldier, the Moon Wolf. You have been awarded 800 experience points.]

[The corpse of the Moon Wolf has been found. Would you like to devour it?]

"Devour," Lin Feng stated coolly.

Zhang Fann wasted no time and began the devouring process.

[Congratulations to the host for obtaining the Moon Lotus Dragon Horn Tiger, an Eighth Rank Human Level creature.]

"Congratulations, you've acquired the skill — Howling Wolf!"

[A similar skill detected: Howling Tiger / Howling Wolf. Would you like to merge them?]

"Merge," Zhang Fann said, somewhat taken aback.

A new insight then dawned on Zhang Fann, his eyes brightening with the realization.

"So, when two or more skills of the same nature are combined, they can be fused to create an even more powerful ability!"

"I have to merge them!"

Zhang Fann's power had been on the rise, and the Black Tiger, once his equal, was now struggling to match his pace. The prospect of fusing skills excited Zhang Fann, as he eagerly anticipated the enhanced strength this new ability would grant him.

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