Chapter 1257 - 1254: Iron Stone Beast

The Purple Guard formed seals with both hands, and numerous talisman papers flew out, surrounding the Iron Stone Beast.

"Explode."

"Boom!"

With a loud bang, the small area shook, and the shockwaves of the explosion swept around.

Amid the billowing smoke, a large crater appeared ahead, created by the explosion just now.

"Hmph! So what if it's an Iron Stone Beast? My explosion formation can blow up a whole mountain."

The Purple Guard hadn't been smug for long when a black shadow shot out from the smoke—the Iron Stone Beast was unharmed. The loud noise had made it dizzy, but once it recovered, it pounced again.

"It's still fine."

"Damn it, this hundred credits task is way too difficult."

One could say that Iron Stone Island was filled with Iron Stone Beasts. They guarded the Iron Stone Fruits, which were essential for their advancement, and would not let anyone take them unless they were slain.

Fights were happening all over Iron Stone Island.

Chu Hao also discovered an Iron Stone Fruit, with an Iron Stone Beast lurking nearby.

System notification: "Collection task issued. Collect Iron Stone Fruits. The total amount will be converted into Pretentiousness Points."

Chu Hao was delighted; the system finally issued a task, and it was rare to have a task that directly converted into Pretentiousness Points.

Without another word, he charged at the Iron Stone Fruit.

The Iron Stone Beast indeed noticed him, letting out a vicious roar as it pounced.

"Scram."

Chu Hao punched, and the supposedly indestructible Iron Stone Beast was sent flying backward, wailing in pain. His punch packed quite a punch.

Chu Hao picked the Iron Stone Fruit.

"Ding... Collected one Iron Stone Fruit."

Chu Hao's eyes sparkled as he said, "The Iron Stone Fruits on this island are all mine."

He ignored the Iron Stone Beast that pounced again and had already left, collecting Iron Stone Fruits at an incredible speed.

The Iron Stone Beasts couldn't stop him; they simply couldn't protect the fruits. Chu Hao's speed was just too fast—he grabbed the fruit and ran.

Chu Hao wasn't against killing the Iron Stone Beasts, but he found them too hard, like iron and stone. He had to draw the Knocking Demon Sword to kill even one.

These Iron Stone Beasts were tough for ordinary people— even the talented Purple Guard couldn't necessarily kill them.

"Ding... Killed an Iron Stone Beast and gained five million Experience Points."

"Ding... Obtained one Iron Stone Beast Core."

Item: Iron Stone Beast Core

Effect: A tough core with a high metal content, can be used to improve weapon quality.

Chu Hao asked, "System, can this thing enhance the sharpness of the Endless Sword?"

System: "Yes, the Endless Sword can be refined with an Iron Stone Beast Core, requiring a payment of one hundred thousand Pretentiousness Points per refining."

Chu Hao suddenly wanted to go back and kill those few Iron Stone Beasts.

This entire Iron Stone Island was a treasure trove.

Chu Hao disposed of another Iron Stone Beast and was about to pick an Iron Stone Fruit when a Long Spear stabbed into the ground before him, blocking his harvest.

Chu Hao looked up to see a Purple Guard descend to the ground, draw the Long Spear, and say, "Newcomer, hand over the Iron Stone Fruits you collected, and I'll spare your life."

Another person appeared and sneered, "Why waste words with him? Just grab them and cripple his legs."

Chu Hao asked in confusion, "Do we have a grudge?"

The Purple Guard wielding the Long Spear, with a smile that concealed malice, said, "Jiang Haotian is my friend."

Chu Hao rubbed his chin, puzzled, "Since when did Jiang Haotian stoop so low to be friends with someone at the peak of the Heavenly Master Realm like you?"

"Ding... Successfully sarcasm and act pretentious, gained seventy thousand Pretentiousness Points."

Damn! This kid's words really made one want to punch him. Would it kill you to speak truthfully?

This struck at the hearts of the two Purple Guards.

In truth, at their level, they couldn't really be friends with Jiang Haotian; they just wanted to curry favor, hoping Jiang Haotian would remember them.

"Courting death." The two Purple Guards were furious.

Suddenly, a cold and domineering voice rang out, "You two dare to touch him, just try."

From the woods nearby, Xiao Bai emerged.

Seeing Xiao Bai, the faces of the two Purple Guards changed simultaneously. This was a fearsome character, one they absolutely couldn't contend with right now.

The two wondered if they were seeing things—why would Xiao Bai possibly intervene to help Chu Hao?

Chu Hao looked at Xiao Bai and asked, "What are you doing here?"

Xiao Bai smiled and said, "Just passing by, saw two small fry giving you trouble, so I came to look."

Small fry?

The duo looked upset but didn't retort.

Chu Hao shook his head and said, "No need, I can handle these small fry myself."

Damn! This kid really is too arrogant.

Could it be that Xiao Bai's presence gave him the courage?

Xiao Bai chuckled and said, "I know you can handle them, but now is not the time to deal with these small fry. There's a place we need to get to."

Xiao Bai looked at the two and coldly said, "Aren't you leaving yet?"

The two gritted their teeth, feeling humiliated. One of them discontentedly asked, "Xiao Bai, why are you helping him?"

Xiao Bai shook his head, "Helping him? I'm saving you both. Without knowing anything, you dare to try currying favor with Jiang Haotian— that dog isn't worthy of your attention. Your brains are filled with crap; he'll be done for soon."

The arrival of Xiao Bai startled them.

Jiang Haotian about to be done for?

But he has the Jiang Family behind him and the Flame Dragon Hall.

Just about to leave, Chu Hao said discontentedly, "Stop right there."

Chu Hao said, "Trying to leave after failing to rob me? Who do you think I am? Leave your Iron Stone Fruits, and I'll let you go."

The two couldn't help but laugh angrily.

This kid really dares to speak.

Xiao Bai said, "Isn't that simple?"

He rushed up and directly beat the two, leaving them with bruised faces. Xiao Bai then took their Iron Stone Fruits and tossed them to Chu Hao.

"Let's go, no point in tangling with these small fry," Xiao Bai said.

Chu Hao received the eight Iron Stone Fruits from their hands, making a total of sixteen Iron Stone Fruits collected so far, suddenly feeling like robbery was faster.

Chu Hao asked Xiao Bai, "Where are we going?"

Xiao Bai smiled and said, "To hunt the Iron Stone Beast King; now that's the real big game. If you and I team up, we'll definitely succeed."

Chu Hao's eyes lit up, and he said, "You should have said so earlier; let's hurry."

Xiao Bai chuckled, and the two quickly moved through Iron Stone Island.

Iron Stone Island was sizable, spanning more than ten thousand kilometers. The iron trees were dense, and one could encounter Iron Stone Beasts everywhere, making it hard for the weak to move.

Finally, they approached the central area of Iron Stone Island.

Ahead was a waterfall, with water rushing down, shaking the surroundings with its roar.

The two observed from a distance, seeing several Iron Stone Beasts wandering around as if watching and being wary of something, almost like Iron Stone Beast Guards.

Moreover, above the waterfall cliff, a hanging branch could be seen, with dozens of Iron Stone Fruits.

Among them, one Iron Stone Fruit was shiny black, a size bigger than the others.

Xiao Bai said, "That's the Iron Stone Fruit King, it takes at least two thousand years to blossom and bear fruit. There must be an Iron Stone Beast King nearby."

Chu Hao asked, "How do we split it?"

Xiao Bai said, "I want the Beast Core of the Iron Stone Beast King, and the Iron Stone Fruit King is yours."

"Deal."