When Life Runs Out, the Fun Begins-Chapter 76 – Wow—! The sea is so beautiful!

Despite appearing as if encased in ice and scorched by fire, Mu Xiaochuan could still channel his energy freely. After a while, he silently directed the ice to extinguish the fire and then quietly used the fire to melt the ice.
Ye Lingxuan and Leng Yunjian immediately sensed the change and adjusted their spiritual energy flow accordingly.
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The next morning, as the first rays of sunlight filtered through the tent's seams, Mu Xiaochuan slowly opened his eyes.
He felt a different kind of spiritual power filling his entire body, a sensation of comfort and ease, as if every pore was joyfully breathing.
Quietly, he got up, dressed, and stepped out of the tent, breathing in the cool, slightly metallic morning air of the Demonic Beast Wilds. He felt refreshed and his mind was clear!
In the following days, the group continued to delve deeper into the outer regions of the Demonic Beast Wilds.
The demonic beasts they encountered grew increasingly powerful and bizarre.
They came across "Rock Armored Earth Dragon Lizards" (Foundation Establishment third stage) with bodies covered in hard rock shells, boasting incredible defense and capable of spitting stone bullets. They also encountered swarms of "Howling Moon Demon Bats" (individuals at the peak of Qi Refining, formidable due to their numbers and coordination), which specialized in sonic attacks that could temporarily deafen and daze. They even narrowly avoided a sleeping "Blackwater Profound Snake," exuding a terrifying aura and suspected to be at the peak of the Ninth Level of Foundation Establishment!
Combat became a daily routine over these days.
Mu Xiaochuan devoted most of his energy to these battles. He no longer focused solely on collecting "special parts" but began to seriously hone the newly acquired Heaven-Breaking Staff Codex.
"Heaven-Breaking Staff Codex—Open the Sky!"
Facing a herd of "Ironback Wild Bulls" (Foundation Establishment second stage) charging like small mountains, Mu Xiaochuan roared, and the Primal Spirit Staff in his hand burst forth with dazzling dark golden light...
"Heaven-Breaking Staff Codex—Cleave the Earth!"
Encountering a group of swift, burrowing "Drill Mountain Rats" (Foundation Establishment first stage), Mu Xiaochuan thrust the Primal Spirit Staff into the ground...
"Heaven-Breaking Staff Codex—Shatter the Stars!"
Facing a "Green-Eyed Poison Toad" (Foundation Establishment sixth stage) capable of spitting corrosive venom, its body as large as a small mountain, Mu Xiaochuan leaped into the air, the starlight flowing over the Primal Spirit Staff...
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Although the Heaven-Breaking Staff Codex was still at the entry level, paired with the Earth-tier low-grade Primal Spirit Staff, every move was filled with an unparalleled, destructive momentum!
Meanwhile, Ye Lingxuan, Leng Yunjian, and Wei Zhangang rapidly grew through these intense battles.
Ye Lingxuan's Purple Flame Burning Sky Staff Technique became increasingly refined, and combined with the Burning Heart Exquisite Scarf, her attacks were sometimes fierce and fiery, sometimes unpredictable and hard to defend against, pushing her combat power close to the peak of Qi Refining.
Leng Yunjian's speed increased, her ice power became more concentrated, and she even began to integrate cold energy into her movement technique, becoming like a ghost in the ice and snow, killing invisibly.
Wei Zhangang, on the other hand, exemplified the essence of a "shield warrior" to the fullest, with a defense comparable to a Mid-Grade Spiritual Artifact of the Profound tier. Coupled with his far superior combat awareness and increasingly steady mindset, he became the most indestructible shield of the team.
Of course, while honing his staff technique, Mu Xiaochuan didn't forget to seek out delicious food. In the evenings, when everyone was preparing to rest, Mu Xiaochuan's barbecue stand would open as promised, the aroma of the grilled meat always earning unanimous praise and whetting everyone's appetite, their satisfaction quietly transforming into Mu Xiaochuan's thrill points.
As for the nights... naturally, it was a continuous alternation of ice and fire.
All this kept Mu Xiaochuan's thrill points steadily increasing.
Unknowingly, seven days passed by quietly.
That day, after the group once again joined forces to slay a formidable Foundation Establishment seventh stage "Three-Headed Scarlet Python" and divided its precious inner core and snake gall, Ren Tianlong casually wiped the fine sweat from his forehead. His divine sense swept over the dazzling array of spoils in his storage pouch, and a satisfied, proud smile appeared on his lips.
"Alright, alright! That's about enough!" he said, waving his hand. "We've pretty much explored the outskirts of the Demonic Beast Wilds, and our harvest is quite abundant! If we go any deeper, we might encounter Golden Elixir stage demonic beasts, which would be too risky! In my opinion, it's time for us to move on to a different place!"
Yun Wange nodded in agreement: "Yes, Senior Brother Ren is right. This wilds is full of strangeness, it's wise to stop while we're ahead. The next destination should be chosen by Junior Niece Leng, right?"
Everyone's gaze turned to Leng Yunjian.
A glint of excitement flashed across Leng Yunjian's cool and delicate face. She raised her slender jade finger and pointed eastward: "To the East Sea."
East Sea?
Everyone was taken aback.
The East Sea, located at the southeastern edge of the Xiaoque Dynasty's territory, was far more vast than the Demonic Beast Wilds. It was a mysterious water realm that only Nascent Soul-level cultivators could traverse. It was filled with opportunities, unknowns, and dangers, making it a legendary exploration paradise in the cultivation world. According to legend, the depths of the East Sea not only housed terrifyingly powerful sea beasts but also countless sunken ancient ruins and mysterious underwater cave abodes, attracting countless cultivators to explore and seek treasures.
"The East Sea..." Ren Tianlong stroked his chin. "It's indeed a good choice. Sea beasts are vastly different from land beasts, and this expedition will allow us to experience the unique charm of sea beasts. Moreover, the East Sea is rich in resources, with various rare corals, pearls, and sea beast materials that are rarely seen in the outside world."
"Great! Let's go to the East Sea!" Ye Lingxuan immediately chimed in excitedly, having long wanted to see the legendary ocean.
Mu Xiaochuan naturally had no objections. His understanding of this world was still limited, and every place was a new experience for him.
Thus, the group boarded the flying boat once more, set their course, and sailed towards the vast, mysterious East Sea!
Meanwhile, Mu Xiaochuan quietly opened the system panel, looking at the thrill points balance that had accumulated back to 715 points, a satisfied smile appeared on his lips.
This journey through the Demonic Beast Wilds, with Leng Yunjian's addition, was far more enjoyable than he had imagined!
The flying boat pierced through the thick clouds, like an arrow released from a bow, speeding towards the endless blue horizon in the east. After flying for over three days, a vast, boundless, water-meets-sky scene finally unfolded before them.
The azure sea surface shimmered under the sunlight, like silk inlaid with countless tiny diamonds. Seagulls soared, emitting crisp calls, and occasionally, large sea fish leaped out of the water, creating brilliant splashes. In the distance, scattered islands could be vaguely seen, like emeralds embedded in a blue canvas, full of mysterious allure.
Ye Lingxuan leaned against the flying boat's window, her little face filled with excitement and wonder: "Wow—! The sea is so beautiful!"