Chapter 1034 - 1134: Demon King of Flames ~ Fire Butcher

Ye Tianfan stood up and then stretched lazily!

"Hmm! Having a body without injuries sure feels relaxed!" Ye Tianfan said with a lazy expression!

At this moment, apart from not being able to use magical treasures, Ye Tianfan was in his best condition; not only was his spiritual power fully replenished, but even his injuries were gone. If Ye Tianfan could use magical treasures now, he would unleash his strongest power!

Ye Tianfan looked at the treasure lotus in his hand, it was this treasure lotus that allowed him to replenish his spiritual power in such an environment.

Upon observing his surroundings, Ye Tianfan discovered the area was filled with fire energy instead of spiritual power, which he couldn't absorb. This fire energy is a special type of spiritual power, and forcibly absorbing it would scorch Ye Tianfan's meridians!

Fortunately, the treasure lotus converts other special energy into basic spiritual power. Abundant in fire energy, the treasure lotus allows Ye Tianfan to happily absorb these spiritual powers!

Ye Tianfan knew he had to enter the lava lake next!

But Ye Tianfan worriedly glanced at Kunpeng; if he ventured into the lava lake, what would happen to Kunpeng?

He had decided to take Kunpeng with him, as this unique demon beast that could morph into both a bird and a fish was likely unparalleled in the world. Even if not the only one, Kunpeng was extremely rare, having never spread throughout the world!

The Phoenix has legends in this world, which implies it has frequently appeared throughout history. Moreover, Ye Tianfan has actually encountered several Phoenixes. But Kunpeng has no historical appearances or documented records, not even a legend, making Ye Tianfan believe this Kunpeng is rarer than a Phoenix. Although Kunpeng's power is not strong now, Ye Tianfan thinks it may not yet have matured, and its power could be formidable upon maturity.

Most importantly, even if this Kunpeng's power remains as it is, Ye Tianfan still wishes to take it with him. It saved his life before, and Ye Tianfan doesn't want to leave it here.

As for why Ye Tianfan decides for Kunpeng, why he believes Kunpeng dislikes staying here, it's because Ye Tianfan feels from Kunpeng's actions and gaze, seeing Ye Tianfan brings it great joy, perhaps due to loneliness, leading it to follow and assist him.

Ye Tianfan has nothing to repay it with, since he can't contact the Xuanhuang Pagoda. He currently possesses nothing, so Ye Tianfan plans to repay it after taking Kunpeng out!

Kunpeng, sensing Ye Tianfan's concern, flapped its wings and, in a split second before Ye Tianfan could react, dove into the lava lake.

Before Ye Tianfan's surprise could settle, Kunpeng emerged from the lava lake!

It flapped its wings, without a drop of magma on it, and landed on Ye Tianfan's shoulder, chirping noisily!

Seeing this, Ye Tianfan smiled, realizing Kunpeng was assuring him it wasn't afraid of the lava, indicating confidence as Ye Tianfan took it along!

Ye Tianfan gently stroked Kunpeng's head and proceeded toward the lava lake with it!

Uncertain whether due to the lava, his divine sense could extend about a hundred meters away, vastly superior to the chilled lake's range, improving a hundredfold.

Yet Ye Tianfan knew now wasn't the time to dwell on this, as it was beneficial. In the lava lake, with vision obstructed, Ye Tianfan needed to rely on divine sense to perceive everything. Initially worried he'd be blind, at least a hundred meters was sufficiently usable, significantly better than before!

With Kunpeng beside him at the lava lake's edge, Ye Tianfan patted Kunpeng and said, "Ready? I'm going to jump in!"

Kunpeng chirped energetically at Ye Tianfan's words!

Understanding Kunpeng was ready, Ye Tianfan enveloped himself and Kunpeng with spiritual power, then leapt in!

Though convinced he wouldn't be harmed without spiritual power, lacking protection would corrode his clothes and adhere magma to him, prompting Ye Tianfan to create a spiritual shield!

Upon jumping into the lava lake, Ye Tianfan discovered the magma just filled the entrance, surrounded entirely by caves, with the magma flowing at intersections.

Faced with numerous dense caves and a sole path leading onward or to an exit, Ye Tianfan hesitated. Choosing an incorrect path could become troublesome, complicating a return.

Just then, Kunpeng unexpectedly broke through Ye Tianfan's spiritual shield and led the way!

Ye Tianfan understood Kunpeng knew the correct path, guiding him!

Ye Tianfan quickly followed, navigating twists and turns, arriving at a cave devoid of flowing magma, merely an empty chamber!

Upon entering, Ye Tianfan saw a demon beast in slumber at the cave's center, wielding a massive cleaver, though calling it a demon felt more apt!

Behind the giant demon beast lay an altar, atop which rested a treasure lotus, but this one was crimson red!

Beside the altar, there was another cave.

Seeing the slumbering giant demon beast, Ye Tianfan pondered if he could sneak by without disturbing it!

As Ye Tianfan neared the demon beast from behind, the beast sensed someone approaching and stood, wielding the lava-dripping cleaver over its shoulder.

At that moment, Ye Tianfan clearly saw the demon beast, recalling its description from records as not a demon but more evil than one, the flame Demon King—Fire Butcher.

Ye Tianfan's brow furrowed intensely; he hadn't expected to encounter it.