kvmb Chapter 133 Manta Ray Encounter
Chapter 133 Manta Ray Encounter
The manta ray across the way also calmed down, its wings gently flapping against the sea surface, its bloodthirsty eyes fixed coldly on Liu Xing. The explosion of its supreme magical weapon had just caused it to suffer a heavy loss, leaving a large gash on its left wing, which was now bleeding profusely and still aching. Seeing the tiny human before him, whose aura was far inferior to his own, yet had caused him to stumble and taken away the prey he had been tracking for so long, the thought grew more and more furious, and it let out a low growl, threatening Liu Xing.
Liu Xing summoned his Yunluo Umbrella for defense, and simultaneously summoned a harpoon-shaped, top-grade magical weapon, ready for battle. This encounter with the manta ray was a perfect opportunity for him to test his increased magical power. Previously, he had only ambushed and killed level 4 monsters, but this time he wanted to confront them head-on, to see just how big the gap was.
The manta ray was furious. Its threatening growls had no effect. The ant-like figure across from it not only didn't surrender its meal, but also didn't flee. Instead, it stood its ground, confronting it. It remembered countless instances of those whose auras surpassed the human before it becoming its prey. Since he wasn't running, he might as well leave his life behind. A bloodthirsty glint flashed in its eyes, and with a fierce flap of its wings, it charged towards Liu Xing.
Liu Xing poured more spiritual energy into the Yunluo umbrella, and the manta ray's horns slammed fiercely into the umbrella. Although it blocked the attack, a huge force surged through him, and Liu Xing couldn't stop sliding backward. He didn't steady his pace until he had slid several hundred meters.
Liu Xing felt his arms go numb, his knuckles torn and bleeding. The power of the demon beast was indeed not to be underestimated. His own physical strength was far inferior to it. He decided not to passively take the beating, so he thrust his harpoon into the manta ray's back. The manta ray swung its long tail whip, wrapping around the harpoon and preventing it from falling.
For a typical mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, the ability to summon two top-grade magical weapons was already at its limit, primarily due to insufficient spiritual power. Liu Xing still had some strength left, so he summoned another top-grade flying sword and stabbed it at the manta ray's abdomen. The manta ray flapped its wings, resisting. The two sides exchanged blows, each evenly matched, with neither able to defeat the other for a short period of time.
Through single combat, Liu Xing truly experienced the immense power of a Level 4 demon beast, demonstrating that his own individual strength was subtly inferior. He also recalled how he had previously defeated the Xi Moyu and Silver Shark leaders, all relying on the power of the formation's restrictions. This tempered his somewhat inflated mentality and blind self-confidence, and he reminded himself not to become arrogant and look down on others. He now had a clearer understanding of his actual combat capabilities.
Liu Xing grew increasingly frightened and calm as the fight progressed. The manta ray, lacking intelligence and a keen sense of purpose, grew increasingly furious and frantic. How could this detestable human possess so many magical weapons, yet still remain invincible? It fiercely bit down on the flying sword thrust at its mouth, its massive fangs rubbing against the blade, sparks emanating from the corners and a sharp, metallic sound. The strength of the top-grade flying sword was truly remarkable, and the manta ray's massive fangs were a weapon it had meticulously cultivated to tear its prey apart. The two were evenly matched, neither able to defeat the other for the time being.
Liu Xing, however, acted unpredictably. Seeing the flying sword within the manta ray's mouth, he decisively self-destructed his supreme flying sword, instantly shattering the manta ray's four front teeth. Simultaneously, fragments of the sword pierced the manta ray's tongue, jaw, gills, throat, and other soft tissues. The manta ray, caught off guard, screamed in pain, its mouth brimming with blood. This single blow severely damaged it. Other cultivators might possess only one or two supreme magical instruments for self-defense, unwilling to self-destruct them. However, Liu Xing, a wealthy local, was an exception. He self-destructed two supreme magical instruments in just a quarter of an hour, demonstrating his wealth and lavish spending.
The manta ray, startled, immediately abandoned Liu Xing and took flight. Having finally dealt it a heavy blow, Liu Xing wouldn't let it get away so easily, so he pursued it relentlessly in his speedboat. While pursuing, he unleashed his ultimate magical weapon, constantly attacking the manta ray. Liu Xing's speedboat was no match for the manta ray. The manta ray dove for cover, and Liu Xing thrust his magical weapon into the water to attack it. The water's resistance was minimal, hindering his ultimate magical weapon and spiritual awareness, so Liu Xing couldn't escape his pursuit and attacks.
The more desperately the manta ray tried to escape, the more its defenses would decline. Therefore, Liu Xing's constant attacks with his magic weapon left the manta ray even more battered and bruised, and even its tail whip was severed by Liu Xing's flying sword. After three days and three nights of pursuit, covering over two thousand kilometers, it was exhausted. Because Liu Xing's assault boat was powered by spirit stones, his own mana was still quite abundant. Because the dangers in the ocean were hard to guard against, Liu Xing would take out spirit stones to replenish his mana while chasing and attacking, keeping it constantly full. He wouldn't recklessly sacrifice himself in pursuit of the manta ray. Although he chased fiercely, his spiritual awareness was actually constantly monitoring the surrounding environment to respond to any emergencies.
Amidst the sudden appearance of an underwater canyon, the manta ray beamed with delight, summoning its limited magical power and accelerating into it. Liu Xing extended his spiritual sense over it, but found no danger. Could there be a life-saving refuge? Sure enough, the manta ray entered and hid in a cave. Liu Xing was quite surprised to find that the rocks outside the cave, some unknown mineral, could block his spiritual sense.
Could this be the manta ray's lair? No wonder it kept running in this direction. I wonder how deep this cave is, and where it extends? So Liu Xing jumped into the sea and began exploring the canyon. After ensuring there were no other exits or dangers nearby, he arrived at the cave entrance and first set up a Blue Sea Tide Trapping Array. He estimated the manta ray's remaining mana was low, and a trap would be enough to block its retreat.
Liu Xing had no idea what was going on inside the cave, so he didn't dare enter rashly. As the saying goes, a gentleman doesn't stand under a dangerous wall; he wouldn't put himself in harm's way. He had a plan, though. With a wave of his hand, two mechanical puppet beasts appeared before him: a mechanical monkey and a mechanical wolf, puppets he had crafted himself. At only the ninth level of Qi Refining, they certainly wouldn't be capable of combat, but they should be no problem exploring the path, even if a manta ray smashed them to pieces.
Liu Xing installed spirit stones on each of the mechanical puppet beasts. A thick layer of light shield rose from the puppet's body. Liu Xing then used his spiritual sense to control the puppet and walked carefully towards the cave entrance.