kingnovel Chapter 15: Life and Death Race, Fierce Battle with Rock Golem
Chapter 15: Life and Death Race, Fierce Battle with Rock Golem
"Why is the door closed? This is a huge problem!" Ye Wuhen's eyes widened, a flash of panic in them, but it was quickly replaced by determination. He rushed forward, clenched his fists, and pounded hard on the closing stone door. Each blow carried full force, but the stone door still closed mercilessly. As the stone door moved, the surrounding air formed a strong gust of air, blowing smoke and dust everywhere, choking people's throats. The smoke and dust were like a fine sand net, enveloping them.
Lin Xiaoxiao hugged the little fox tightly. The little fox seemed to sense the tension, trembling slightly in her arms, its paws anxiously clawing at Lin Xiaoxiao's clothes. "We can't be trapped here to death. There has to be a way out!" Lin Xiaoxiao's voice was tearful, but her eyes burned with a fire of unyielding determination, a reflection of her stubborn character. She bit her lip, her brow furrowed, her hair dancing wildly in the chaotic air currents, tangling with the smoke and dust, a few strands sticking to her sweaty cheeks.
Bai Zhi's face was solemn. She quickly squatted, her slender fingers groping the ground, while her sharp eyes scanned the surroundings like an eagle, trying to find a way out in the chaos. "Don't worry, let's calm down and see if there are any other mechanisms that can open the passage or find a new exit." Her voice was calm and steady, like a stabilizing force amidst the turbulent waves, giving everyone a sense of security in the panic. At this moment, the cave shook violently, and the gems on the wall flickered with the shaking. Light and shadow intertwined in strange patterns in the smoke and dust. Huge rocks continued to fall from overhead, each one like the hammer of judgment, and each impact on the ground made a deafening roar. The entire cave seemed to be the end of the world, and smoke and dust billowed, covering the sky and the sun.
However, the cave's shaking intensified, accompanied by a chilling roar from the depths, a sound that seemed to pierce the soul and chill them to the very core. Boulders rained down from overhead, and smoke and dust billowed around them, obscuring vision. Occasional flashes of gemstone light in the dust, like eyes peering from the darkness, added to the terror. The roar, like surging waves, crashed against their eardrums, shaking their very souls.
"There's no time to find a trap. Let's get out of here first. Save your life!" Ye Wuhen shouted. He yanked the "Star Demon-Breaking Sword" from its scabbard and raised it high, infusing it with his inner energy. The blade shone brightly. He swung the sword, sending streams of sharp sword energy like silver streaks towards the boulder crashing down upon them. The sword energy sliced through the air, emitting a sharp whistling sound. Sparks flew from the collision with the boulder, flickering in the smoke and dust before being quickly swallowed by the darkness. The boulder exploded into fragments under the impact of the sword energy, scattering in all directions.
They ran frantically toward the other side of the cave, the ground beneath their feet shaking violently, as if shaken by an invisible giant hand. Every step required every ounce of strength to maintain their balance. They hadn't gone far when a massive rock golem blocked their path. The golem, resembling a small mountain, exuded an ancient and profound aura. Each rock seemed meticulously carved, combined to form this terrifying fighting machine. An eerie red light flickered in its hollow eye sockets, like the gaze of death. Smoke and dust swirled around the golem's massive form, draping it with a mysterious and terrifying cloak. Every step the golem took shook the ground and sent clouds of dust billowing violently.
"It's a rock puppet! This thing's tough to deal with, everyone be careful." Bai Zhi's expression was serious. She stood with her feet slightly apart, firmly planted in a horse stance. The silver needle in her hand, already infused with internal energy, gleamed with a cold light, ready for battle. She squinted slightly, trying to discern the puppet's movements through the dust. Fine beads of sweat formed on her forehead, and the dust had left a few gray streaks on her cheeks. She leaned forward slightly, like a cheetah poised for action.
Without hesitation, the rock golem swung its pillar-like arms, smashing down upon them. The wind pressure from its arms blew away the surrounding smoke and dust, revealing a shattered mess on the ground. Ye Wuhen's gaze fixed, his legs energized, and with lightning speed, he dodged the attack. Using the momentum, he leaped high into the air, somersaulting through the air like an eagle spreading its wings, his sword slashing at the golem's arm. The "Star Demon-Breaking Sword" collided with the rock with a deafening roar, sparks flew, and a brief, dazzling flash of light formed in the dim cave. But the golem's arm was left with only a faint white mark, as if the powerful attack had been a mere nuisance to it. Small rocks were sent flying like bullets, striking the surrounding walls and bouncing back. Ye Wuhen adjusted his body mid-air, deftly avoiding them.
"This guy's as tough as iron!" Ye Wuhen frowned, performing a beautiful somersault in the air and landing steadily on the ground. His feet dug two shallow pits in the ground, sending up a cloud of dust. After landing, he quickly squatted down, using his hands to support the ground to cushion the impact, then stood up with a somersault. His clothes were slightly damaged in the battle, and his exposed skin bore a few scrapes, but his eyes remained as firm as steel. He stared intently at the puppet, his grip on the sword tightening.
Lin Xiaoxiao was startled by the effect of Ye Wuhen's attack, but quickly composed herself. "Brother Ye, we can't just fight it head-on. We need to find its weaknesses. It's so big, its joints might be its weak points. Let's attack its knees together!" With that, she gently placed the little fox behind a boulder. The boulder shook precariously, and the surrounding dust gathered and dispersed around the little fox. Lin Xiaoxiao took a deep breath, her eyes determined as she charged towards the puppet. Her figure loomed in the dust, like a brave warrior weaving through the mist. She took a few quick, small steps, then with a powerful kick of her legs, she leaped high and attacked the puppet's knees.
"Watch me!" Lin Xiaoxiao shouted. She channeled her inner energy into her fist, channeling it according to the principles of the Qiankun Ancient Martial Arts. A golden glow emanated from her fist, like a miniature sun. She slammed down hard on the puppet's knee joint, a punch brimming with her entire body's strength. At the moment of impact, she leaned back slightly, transferring the force from her waist to her fist. The moment her fist made contact with the puppet, a dull thud echoed, and the entire cave seemed to shake. The puppet's knee wobbled slightly, but quickly regained its balance, seemingly unscathed. The airflow from the attack displaced a small area of surrounding smoke and dust, which quickly receded. Lin Xiaoxiao was flung backward by the recoil, somersaulting several times in the air before stabilizing herself. After landing, she slid back a distance, then dropped to one knee, her hand bracing herself against the ground, breathing heavily.
"This thing is too strong. Our attacks are like tickling it," Lin Xiaoxiao said with some frustration. She bit her lip, a flicker of resentment in her eyes. Her hair was sticking to her cheeks with sweat, and her face was covered with dust. Despite her dishevel, she exuded a tenacity. She clenched her fists tightly and stood up again, ready to continue fighting.
Bai Zhi seized the opportunity, her figure flashing like a ghost, her feet lightly tapping the ground, and she was instantly on the other side of the puppet. Her figure shuttled through the smoke and light and shadow, like an elf in the dark. She first slid sideways to avoid a fallen boulder, then pushed off the nearby stone with her toes, using the force to fly up. In the air, her hands danced rapidly, and the silver needle in her hand turned into a stream of light, accurately shooting at the other knee joint of the puppet. The silver needle pierced the crack in the rock, and then she used her internal energy to skillfully twist her wrist. The runes on the silver needle flashed, and her internal energy exploded, shaking several cracks in the puppet's knee joint. The series of movements was as smooth as flowing water, and it was particularly stunning in this chaotic and dangerous environment.
"Now, attack its knees!" Bai Zhi shouted. Her voice was clear and resonant, remarkably clear in the cacophony, as if it could penetrate all the noise and reach the depths of her companions' hearts. After landing, she quickly adjusted her stance, preparing for another attack, her eyes fixed on the puppet's movements.
Ye Wuhen and Lin Xiaoxiao heard the shout and simultaneously attacked the puppet's knees. Ye Wuhen's legs moved rapidly, alternating as he charged at the puppet like a gust of wind. As he neared the puppet, he leaped up, his body spinning in the air. He slashed his sword at the crack, simultaneously channeling his internal energy into the sword. The blade shone brightly, like a brilliant star, and wherever the light reached, the cracks widened. The sword's light illuminated a small area around them, allowing them to more clearly see the puppet's weak spot. Lin Xiaozhao swung her fist again, this time harnessing the special energy from the Qiankun Ancient Martial Arts to its fullest potential. The golden light shone even brighter, enveloping her fist as it slammed into the crack. Before striking, she spun quickly in place, using the force of her rotation to increase her power. With a resounding bang, the puppet's knee shattered, and huge chunks of stone shattered across the ground, creating craters. The dust and smoke mixed together, creating a gray haze. Its huge body shook and it knelt on one knee. The whole cave trembled with its shaking, and more rocks fell from the top with crackling sounds.
"We did it!" Lin Xiaoxiao shouted excitedly, a smile on her face and a glimmer of hope in her eyes. Her smile, gleaming brightly against her dusty face, was like a ray of sunshine in the darkness. She excitedly waved her arms and jumped twice in place.
But before they could even catch their breath, the puppet's other intact arm swung again, carrying a destructive aura. The arm sliced through the air with a whistling sound, and the surrounding smoke and dust were quickly dispersed, revealing its huge and ferocious appearance. Seeing this, Ye Wuhen pushed Lin Xiaoxiao and Bai Zhi away without hesitation, but he himself was hit by the puppet's arm because he had no time to dodge. He flew out like a cannonball and hit the wall hard. His back collided violently with the wall with a dull thud. Several cracks appeared in the wall, and rubble fell and hit him. Ye Wuhen's body slid to the ground after the impact, leaving a mark on the ground. The surrounding smoke and dust were shaken off and gathered again the moment he landed. He curled up on the ground, frowning in pain. After a while, he slowly moved his body.
"Brother Ye!" Lin Xiaoxiao and Bai Zhi exclaimed, their eyes filled with worry. Through the smoke and dust, their gazes fixed on Ye Wuhen, their concern evident in their eyes. Lin Xiaoxiao hurriedly ran towards Ye Wuhen, her steps faltering, nearly tripping over rocks on the ground several times. Bai Zhi, while keeping an eye on Ye Wuhen, watched the puppet warily, her silver needle in her hand ready to shoot at any moment.
Ye Wuhen struggled to get up from the ground. He first used his hands to support himself, but the pain nearly knocked him down again. He gritted his teeth, endured the pain, and slowly stood up. He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his eyes more determined, as if a flame was burning. "I'm fine, leave me alone, keep attacking, don't let it recover!" He gripped his sword tightly, his legs trembling slightly, but he still rushed towards the puppet, his courageous figure like a fearless god of war. His figure ran through the smoke and dust, causing a gust of air, and the smoke behind him fluttered like a flag. With every step, he could feel the sharp pain from his wound, but his eyes did not flinch.
Once again, they were locked in a bitter battle with the puppets. Lin Xiaoxiao fully utilized her agility, weaving around the puppets like a nimble deer, constantly attracting their attention and creating opportunities for Ye Wuhen and Bai Zhi to attack. She first quickly dodged, avoiding the puppet's sweep, and then ran behind it. As she ran, she shouted, "Come here, hit me, you big guy!" Her voice echoed in the cave, accompanied by the puppet's heavy footsteps and the roar of its attacks. As she ran, she leaned forward, her arms swinging rapidly, her steps light and agile, as if she were performing a dangerous dance. Her figure flashed quickly in the smoke and the puppet's shadow, and each leap and dodge was dangerous. The air around her formed a breeze due to her rapid movement, blowing away some of the smoke, but it was quickly covered by new smoke.