C19 The True Identity of the Divine Beast

As Ye Yun was lost in thought, Cat Bebe suddenly unleashed a thunderous roar.

The roar of Cat Bebe echoed powerfully through the valley, deafening in its intensity.

Alone in the vast valley, Ye Yun was taken aback, shivering involuntarily from the shock.

Just moments before, Cat Bebe had been the epitome of cuteness and docility. How had it turned so fierce so suddenly?

With his wounds still fresh, Ye Yun sensed the danger and hastily retreated several steps.

Once Ye Yun backed away, Cat Bebe reverted to its adorable demeanor.

From a distance, Ye Yun observed Cat Bebe looking like a charming little pet, which was quite unexpected.

What was happening here?

Why was it fluctuating between sizes?

In its smaller form, it resembled a docile house cat.

Its fur remained a pristine white, piquing Ye Yun's curiosity to take a closer look.

But as Ye Yun drew near, Cat Bebe darted away, leaving him taken aback.

"System, is this truly just a cat?"

"It is a tiger, a venerable Divine Beast."

Ye Yun considered that, for the moment, Cat Bebe was simply a delightful kitten. Was it possible that he couldn't even catch a cat?

Reflecting on the recent events, Ye Yun wondered if he was meant to keep his distance.

Did it grow larger whenever he approached?

After a moment's thought, Ye Yun realized that wasn't quite right.

The system had mentioned that someone had deliberately placed Cat Bebe here, indicating a prior sealing.

This implied that it possessed formidable attack capabilities. If Ye Yun hoped to seal it once more, he couldn't do it alone.

The beast wouldn't let Ye Yun off the hook that easily.

Regardless of its size, Cat Bebe's attack strength remained formidable, compelling Ye Yun to tame it.

Yet, how to confront this Divine Beast remained a conundrum. Why did the Primordial Spirit of such a creature manifest as a tiny cat?

How could an ancient Divine Beast be a mere cat?

"Host, it was indeed a tiger, but its magical power has waned from being sealed for an extended period."

Ye Yun pondered this and conceded that the system's explanation was plausible.

Having been sealed for so long, its magical power had diminished, suggesting a vulnerability.

Ye Yun inquired of the system, "Quick, does it have a weakness? What weapon should I use to subdue it?"

The system responded with a muddled reply.

"Clarify, please," Ye Yun urged.

Silence followed from the system.

Feeling a sense of despair, Ye Yun wondered what to do next.

With the system proving unhelpful, he resigned himself to taking things one step at a time.

While Ye Yun was still brooding, Cat Bebe transformed into a massive beast once more.

Ye Yun realized in a flash that Cat Bebe had cast an illusion, making him believe it was just an adorable kitten.

As the beast morphed and lunged for him, Ye Yun swiftly dodged the attack.

Without giving Ye Yun a moment's respite, Cat Bebe shifted its approach and struck again.

Cat Bebe floored Ye Yun. As it raised its claws for another strike, Ye Yun rolled away, narrowly avoiding the assault.

The relentless Cat Bebe pressed on, its attacks so powerful that the trees around them toppled like dominos.

Then, using its twin tails, Cat Bebe hoisted Ye Yun from the ground, attempting to slam him back down. Ye Yun, however, managed a nimble roll and evaded the move.

Seeing the ground rush up to meet him, Ye Yun vaulted from Cat Bebe's tail and landed on a tree.

No sooner had Ye Yun steadied himself than Cat Bebe's onslaught continued, shattering the tree into splinters.

Before Ye Yun could react, another swipe from Cat Bebe's tail left a bloody trail across his back.

The disparity in their strength was overwhelming.

Cat Bebe could injure Ye Yun, but Ye Yun's attacks left no mark on the beast.

If this kept up, Ye Yun would be worn out to death, if not killed by Cat Bebe.

"Can't you assist me?" Ye Yun pleaded with the system for support.

Unable to defeat the creature, he wondered if the system could offer any help.

But the system seemed reluctant to provide a solution.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the system spoke, "You must conquer it on your own."

"You're just watching me die," Ye Yun accused, feeling abandoned by the system at this crucial juncture.

System Alert: "Utilize the Qi-replenishing Pill and Blood-replenishing Pill for immediate healing."

Prompted by the system, Ye Yun realized his backpack was stocked with an abundance of these pills.

He consumed the pills in a flash, feeling revitalized almost instantly. Yet, facing the towering beast, Ye Yun's body ached all over once again.

Cat Bebe regarded Ye Yun with a sneer, as if he were utterly devoid of the will to live.

Ye Yun couldn't shake the feeling that he was being scorned by a mere animal.

A hint of smugness crossed Cat Bebe's face as it unsparingly swiped its claws toward Ye Yun.

Sharp as a razor, its claws sliced through the air, severing several strands of Ye Yun's hair in an instant.

Caught off guard once more, Ye Yun suffered another gash on his back.

Blood streamed out, staining his clothes with streaks of red.

Though the cut wasn't deep, it sapped a significant amount of Ye Yun's energy.

Fuelled by the repeated injuries, Ye Yun's anger flared, and he drew the sword Leng Wuyan had gifted him.

Pointing the blade at Cat Bebe, he growled in frustration, "I refuse to believe my sword is slower than your claws!"

With that, Ye Yun thrust the sword toward Cat Bebe.

But the Divine Beast's strength was formidable; to it, Ye Yun's attack was nothing more than a tickle.

Casually, Cat Bebe trapped Ye Yun's sword with its tail and flicked it away.

The sword clattered to the ground, ringing out sharply.

"What's happening? I'm at the Origin Opening Stage, yet I can't land a blow on a Divine Beast?"

"Could it be true, as they say, that my Origin Opening Stage is nothing but a façade?"

"No way. My wife has seen my true capabilities."

"I've even bested Faang Qingzhuo, proof that my strength is substantial."

"It can't be. It must be that Cat Bebe's power is simply overwhelming."

After pondering the situation, Ye Yun realized that he stood no chance against Cat Bebe if things continued this way.

"I'm starting to miss my wife. We've only just married!" he lamented, feeling utterly drained.

Against such a colossal Divine Beast, Ye Yun's only edge was his agility, yet his attacks were pitifully feeble.

All he could do was dodge relentlessly.

A wave of embarrassment washed over Ye Yun. He had boasted of taming the Divine Beast, and now he found himself fleeing from it.