Chapter 4274
Zhen Yuandao and Zhong Yi exchanged puzzled glances, uncertain about the situation at hand.
It seemed there might be an issue with the Immortal Herb resources being provided, but why were the other spirit beasts unaffected?
“Emperor Xiao, may I step inside for a closer inspection?”
Kai posed the question to Xiao Yuanshan.
Xiao Yuanshan replied with a nod, “Certainly, but Mr. Chen should exercise caution. Many of these ailing spirit beasts have become unpredictable and could potentially attack.”
“I will be careful…”
Kai affirmed, then requested Xiao Yuanshan to deactivate the formation before proceeding inside.
As the others observed from outside, Xiao Yuanshan stood ready to reactivate the formation should the need arise to pull Kai out quickly.
Once inside, Kai noticed that the spirit beasts did not attack him; instead, they merely stared, seemingly indifferent to his presence.
He approached a spirit beast lying motionless on the ground and gently placed his hand on its head. To his surprise, the creature remained completely still, not even lifting its eyelids.
This sight confirmed Kai’s suspicion that the spirit beast was seriously ill. Typically, spirit beasts are highly vigilant; they would react aggressively to any stranger. Yet, this one allowed Kai to stroke it without any reaction.
Kai projected his aura around the spirit beast, searching for anything unusual, but found nothing out of the ordinary.
Next, he made his way to a Spotted Spirit Leopard. Just as he reached out toward the creature, a low growl emanated from its belly, signaling its readiness to attack.
The leopard’s eyes glowed red, and its large fangs bared menacingly at Kai.
This was a clear warning for Kai to back off, or else face an aggressive response!
Observing the Spirit Leopard, Kai recognized it was at the Transition Realm, and although it appeared fierce, it was merely issuing a threat rather than launching an attack. This suggested that the Spirit Leopard was also afflicted by an illness.
Kai chose to disregard the leopard’s warning and took another step closer, prompting the creature to rise and prepare for an assault.
“Mr. Chen, don’t approach that Spirit Leopard! It’s incredibly fierce and only listens to my commands!”
Xiao Huang quickly interjected, concerned for Kai’s safety.
Even though the Spirit Leopard was unwell and not as aggressive as usual, it didn’t mean it would tolerate strangers getting too close!
Moreover, with the Spirit Leopard’s power at the Transition Realm, a real attack could provoke other spirit beasts, leading to chaos.
“Don’t worry, Emperor Xiao; I just want to identify the issue,” Kai reassured him.
“In that case, I can put these spirit beasts to sleep temporarily, allowing you to investigate without worry,” Xiao Huang suggested.
“There’s no need for that. If the spirit beasts are asleep, I won’t be able to detect the abnormalities within them. This Spirit Leopard won’t harm me,” Kai asserted confidently.
As he approached the Spirit Leopard, Zhen Yuandao and the others grew increasingly tense.
This was still a Spirit Beast; although domesticated, it was far from being a harmless pet!
If the Spirit Leopard went berserk, it could be as dangerous as any wild demonic beast, especially with other spirit beasts nearby. Kai was taking a grave risk!
“Emperor Xiao, please open the formation and let Mr. Chen out immediately…”
Granny Yan urged Xiao Yuanshan anxiously.
If anything were to happen to Kai, who was associated with Bai Shao, it would undoubtedly spell disaster for Bai Shao as well. Granny Zhen was determined to ensure that no harm came to Bai Shao!