Chapter Thirty-Two: The Venomous Butterfly Spirit Crystal Lizard

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“Ah, ah...” Seeing how deeply his daughter was considering that boy Su Yang’s interests, Li Beiye truly did not know what to say. He could only sigh with a bitter smile.

He did not know why Li Shanshan was so devoted to Su Yang. It seemed that, as far back as three years ago, she had already harbored some special feelings for him. Li Beiye had cautiously probed her about it several times, but each time, Li Shanshan had effortlessly brushed the matter aside.

Still, if Su Yang could truly rise to prominence in the future and was willing to accept Li Shanshan, Li Beiye would not object to the marriage.

It was only...

Could Li Shanshan’s special bloodline hold out until then?

“Your father doesn’t know why you think this way, but Su Yang has already agreed to take you with him to Central State three days from now. Be careful on the journey.”

With that, Li Beiye vanished from the room.

Seeing the loneliness in her father’s voice, Li Shanshan felt terrible.

She knew perfectly well that everything her father did was for her sake. What he did not know was that, if not for Su Yang, his daughter would probably have died outside all those years ago.

Li Shanshan had kept this matter buried deep in her heart.

Even Su Yang himself had probably forgotten that small act of kindness from long ago...

...

At that moment, deep within the Demonic Beast Mountains.

Su Yang and the Purple Lightning Mad Lion traveled toward the depths, encountering not the slightest obstruction from any demonic beast.

“Little Brother, how much farther until we reach that fellow’s territory? I can hardly wait,” Su Yang said, brimming with fighting spirit.

The reason Su Yang had returned to the Demonic Beast Mountains was that the Purple Lightning Mad Lion had told him that another sixth-grade demonic beast, the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard, guarded a precious treasure.

Back then, the Purple Lightning Mad Lion had wanted to obtain that treasure and had repeatedly fought the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard. Unfortunately, neither side had been able to do anything to the other.

The Purple Lightning Mad Lion knew this all too well. Every time, it had been forced to retreat in defeat.

But this time was different. With Su Yang’s help—and with its own strength having increased considerably—it was determined to kill that stinking lizard no matter what.

“Hehe, we’re almost there. But, Big Brother, can we split the treasure evenly when the time comes? After all, your little brother has put in no small amount of effort over the years,” the Purple Lightning Mad Lion said with a weak smile.

Upon hearing this, Su Yang could not help but sneer. “That depends on what kind of treasure it is.”

“It’s definitely a rare treasure. Tsk, tsk, that fragrance is simply unforgettable.” The Purple Lightning Mad Lion seemed to recall the scent and nearly began drooling.

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Su Yang immediately guessed that the treasure the Purple Lightning Mad Lion spoke of had to be some kind of rare heavenly material or earthly treasure, so he did not pay it much attention.

What concerned Su Yang more was the strength of the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard. He was currently short of capable helpers. If that demonic beast was strong enough, he could consider taking it as another subordinate.

Before long, the fragrance of medicinal herbs wafted toward them.

Su Yang was instantly refreshed. “What an incredible fragrance.”

“Hehe, that familiar scent! It’s been driving me crazy with hunger!”

“This time, that stinking lizard is going to hand it over obediently. Otherwise, I’ll skin the thing alive!” the Purple Lightning Mad Lion declared furiously.

Ahead stood a cave. Numerous flowers and trees surrounding its entrance exuded poisonous fumes. Not a trace of life remained anywhere nearby. It was easy to imagine how terrifying the demonic beast’s poison must be.

Even Su Yang and the Purple Lightning Mad Lion did not dare approach carelessly. They could only use their spiritual energy to shield themselves from the poisonous fumes.

“Stinking lizard, your granddaddy is back! This time, I’m here to take your life. If you don’t want to die, hand over the treasure in your cave at once!” the Purple Lightning Mad Lion roared into the cave.

Su Yang fixed his gaze on the entrance, eager to see exactly what kind of demonic beast could repeatedly make the Purple Lightning Mad Lion suffer.

But after waiting for a long while, there was still no response from inside.

The Purple Lightning Mad Lion grew impatient. Spiritual energy erupted from its body, and a surge of purple lightning burst forth.

“You stinking lizard, how dare you ignore this king? Fine! This king will smash your cave to pieces!”

“Purple Lightning Laser Cannon!”

Su Yang was speechless. He had not expected the fellow to unleash a powerful attack right from the start. Was it not worried that the treasure inside would be damaged?

At the very moment the Purple Lightning Mad Lion launched its attack, a powerful fluctuation of spiritual energy surged from within the cave. A voice rang out as well.

“Stinking lion, if you damage my treasure, I swear I’ll strip every last purple hair from your body!”

The moment those words fell, two mighty spiritual-energy attacks were released simultaneously.

With a thunderous boom, the Purple Lightning Mad Lion’s attack had not even entered the cave before it was struck by the force rushing out from within.

The collision of the two forces immediately ravaged the surrounding area.

Even Su Yang could not help clicking his tongue in astonishment. “Good grief, this demonic beast is no pushover. It can actually match the Purple Lightning Mad Lion blow for blow!”

“You think a stinking lizard like you can touch the hair on this king’s body? You couldn’t even pluck a single strand from my head. Come out at once, or I really won’t hold back!” the Purple Lightning Mad Lion said arrogantly.

“After only a few days apart, I see your hide is itching again. Do you want to taste this granddaddy’s poisonous fumes once more? Stinking lion, last time you managed to escape. This time, I’ll turn you into a specimen and hang you outside my cave!” another furious voice came from within.

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A cold wind swept out of the cave.

Su Yang could feel that the air itself seemed to contain poison, and he began eagerly anticipating the appearance of the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard.

“Oh? You even brought a human helper? Hahaha! Are you trying to make this granddaddy die laughing? He’s only at the Three Profound Realm. Stinking lion, do you have no sense at all? Did you deliberately bring me a meal?”

A burst of wild laughter rang out.

Su Yang stared at the cave entrance for a long time, yet still saw no movement. How had that fellow even noticed his presence?

Just as Su Yang was puzzled, the Purple Lightning Mad Lion looked toward a large tree in front of the cave.

“Cut the nonsense! Don’t think I can’t see you just because you’re hiding in a tree, you stinking lizard!”

With that, the Purple Lightning Mad Lion leaped into the air and instantly landed atop the tree.

Su Yang naturally followed.

At the very top of the tree was a tiny lizard with a crystal-clear, snow-white body. It looked down at Su Yang with utter disdain.

“This... is the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard?” Su Yang asked, his mouth hanging open in disbelief.

Because... it was simply too small.

It was truly no larger than a butterfly. If one were not paying close attention, who could have imagined that this tiny creature was actually a terrifying sixth-grade demonic beast?

“That’s right. This little thing is the stinking lizard. Don’t let its size fool you. The fellow is an old schemer. Aside from poisoning people and striking from the shadows, it can do nothing else,” the Purple Lightning Mad Lion said resentfully. It seemed to have suffered no small number of losses at the hands of the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard.

“Heh heh. Stinking lion, how do you want to play this time? Or have you finally come to your senses and realized you can’t defeat me, so you’ve brought me a two-for-one meal?” the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard sneered, sticking out its long tongue.

“This Crystal Lizard is rather interesting. You should consider taking it in. It could prove very useful in the future.” Just as Su Yang was debating whether to kill it or spare it, the Great Sage’s voice sounded in his mind.

“Oh? Even Senior Great Sage is interested in it? This demonic beast is small and possesses formidable poison. It would indeed make a fine helper.”

“I simply don’t know its true strength yet.” Su Yang stroked his chin, growing increasingly intrigued.

“Fighting intent can overcome ten thousand techniques. The Battle Saint Art fears no poison. The question is whether you have the ability to subdue it,” the Great Sage said indifferently.

Hearing this, Su Yang looked at the Poison Butterfly Crystal Lizard.

“Little lizard, I hear you’ve beaten up my little brother. How about playing with me instead?”