"Yes, I feel the same thing. Just now we passed through a school of black squids' territory. Those black squids probably thought I was trying to invade their turf and almost attacked me. Luckily, I ran fast."
Ye Yunfei nodded.
"Master, look. There's a patch of Dark-type Medicinal Herbs ahead."
Suddenly, Hu Miao pointed in a direction ahead as she spoke to Ye Yunfei.
Ye Yunfei's gaze followed, and indeed he saw many black medicinal herbs growing in the pitch-black water ahead.
Actually, the reason Ye Yunfei had re-entered this Dark Dragon Pool was precisely to harvest more Dark-type Medicinal Herbs.
Dark-type Medicinal Herbs were rare to begin with, and this was the Dark Dragon Pool, so the quality of Dark-type Medicinal Herbs produced here was definitely superior. Moreover, some of the more special Dark-type Medicinal Herbs simply did not exist in the outside world.
As an alchemist, Ye Yunfei was naturally very interested in collecting these special herbs, as they might prove useful at some unknown point in the future.
In the following time, Ye Yunfei moved stealthily through the waters of the Dark Dragon Pool. Whenever he encountered other Dark Creatures, he would proactively give way; whenever he spotted Dark-type Medicinal Herbs, he would immediately go to collect them. Gradually, Ye Yunfei gathered an even larger quantity of Dark-type Medicinal Herbs.
Originally, Ye Yunfei also wanted to see if there was any possibility of obtaining more Dark Infant Fruits, but after traversing the inky waters for the better part of an hour, he hadn't encountered any more.
"Those Dark Infant Fruits appeared earlier specifically to pay homage to the Dark Heart. To put it bluntly, that was thanks to Miss Lü's fortune. Otherwise, we wouldn't have even seen a Dark Infant FruitATO, let alone obtain them."
Hun Lao spoke up.
"Indeed. My ability to obtain those Dark Infant Fruits earlier was thanks to Miss Lü's fortune."
Ye Yunfei nodded.
Right at that moment, Ye Yunfei's expression suddenly changed drastically. In the distance, within the dark water, an enormous head appeared, glaring at him with a pair of eyes brimming with ferocious aura.
"That's a black jiao. It looks like its strength should be terrifying!"
Hun Lao immediately warned.
By now, Ye Yunfei also saw clearly that it was indeed the head of a black jiao. Its huge beast-eyes were fixed on him, and the gaze was clearly hostile.
"Could we have trespassed into this black jiao's territory? Let's get out of here fast!"
Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm said in alarm.
In fact, Ye Yunfei was already stealthily retreating. The black jiao before him was of incomparable size, and the aura it released was also exceedingly fearsome, imposing immense pressure on Ye Yunfei.
"This fellow seems to have locked onto you. Does it plan to attack?"
Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm cried out in shock.
Because as Ye Yunfei retreated, that enormous jiao head also moved, following him.
"It's possible we really did enter its territory. Everyone, be ready for a fight. This jiao's strength is likely formidable. If a fight starts, our most important task is to find an opportunity to flee."
Ye Yunfei sent a Sound Transmission to everyone.
Ye Yunfei understood that although he currently appeared on the surface to be a Dark Creature, if a real fight broke out, he would likely be exposed.
After all, most of the cultivation techniques and secret arts he practiced were not of the Dark type.
This black jiao before him was so terrifyingly powerful. It was likely impossible for him to rely on the Dark Energy and Dark Dao laws he had only recently acquired to deal with it.
Moreover, if during the fight he was discovered by the surrounding Dark Creatures as not being one of them, the trouble would be immense. He would definitely face the siege of even more Dark Creatures.
Therefore, Ye Yunfei's first thought now was to get away from here as quickly as possible.
"The water here is saturated with intense Dark Energy and Dark Dao laws. The environment is just too special. In a space like this, even if I want to escape, it's not that easy."
Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm said, sensing the surrounding space.
"Oh no, look over there! There's another jiao there as well."
Suddenly, Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm's gaze shifted to another direction, where he discovered another colossal jiao head slowly approaching Ye Yunfei's position.
Seeing two massive black jiao closing in on him step by step, Ye Yunfei inwardly groaned.
"What are we waiting for? Hurry up and send a message to Miss Lü! It's obvious both these jiao have their eyes on you. Even one of them we might not be able to handle, let alone two together. We're no match for them."
Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm urged Ye Yunfei.
"Alright, I'll send a message to Miss Lü immediately."
Ye Yunfei promptly took out a Message Jade Slip and sent a transmission to Lü Dandan, informing her of his current predicament.
While sending the transmission, Ye Yunfei kept retreating.
But the two jiao continued to advance, closing in on Ye Yunfei, and their gazes toward him grew increasingly malevolent.
"We've likely trespassed into the territory of these two jiao. You currently appear as a Dark Creature, so it makes no sense for these two black jiao to target you without reason. The only explanation is that you inadvertently entered their territory and provoked their anger."
Hun Lao analyzed for Ye Yunfei.
"Yes, that's the most likely possibility."
Ye Yunfei nodded.
Earlier, Ye Yunfei had been picking Dark-type Medicinal Herbs along the way and hadn't noticed anything unusual until he arrived here, never expecting that two terrifyingly powerful black jiao were lurking in this area.
"Also, we best not deploy other types of energy here. Once we use other energies, we risk attracting more other Dark Creatures. That would be the most troublesome outcome. In an environment like this, we can't fight freely against them."
Hun Lao said with a bitter smile.
"Indeed."
Ye Yunfei nodded, feeling quite helpless.
At this moment, Ye Yunfei was still retreating continuously. Throughout the process, he only released Dark Energy and Dark Dao laws, not daring to unleash any other energies he possessed.
As Ye Yunfei retreated relentlessly, the two black jiao also quickened their pace. Their massive heads surged through the ink-black waters with a sloshing sound, chasing after Ye Yunfei.
Moreover, the killing intent in the gazes of the two black jiao toward Ye Yunfei grew increasingly strong.
Occasionally, other Dark Creatures passed by the surrounding area, but upon noticing the two black jiao, they immediately sped away. Clearly, these two black jiao likely held great prestige, or even dominance, in this part of the waters.
Suddenly, one of the black jiao let out a roar. Instantly, Ye Yunfei felt the surrounding waters begin to churn violently. Vast amounts of Dark Energy swept toward him, attempting to crush him.
The two black jiao abruptly accelerated, charging fiercely toward Ye Yunfei. Clearly, they intended to attack.
"There's no way around it. We must prepare for battle. And we can't afford to linger; we have to get out of this Dark Dragon Pool as fast as possible."
Ye Yunfei informed the others.
"I told you before not to rashly enter this Dark Dragon Pool. Now, danger has finally arrived."
Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm said.
"Afraid of what? It's not like this is the first time we've encountered such danger. Haven't we faced all sorts of dangers over the years?"
Hu Miao countered.
"Alright, no need to say so much now. Everyone, be prepared. Coordinate with each other, and see if we can leave this Dark Dragon Pool."
Hun Lao cut in.
Right at that moment, the two black jiao simultaneously opened their huge mouths. Two jets of black energy blasted forth from their mouths, shooting rapidly through the dark water toward Ye Yunfei.
Sensing the black energy pillars spewed by the two jiao, Ye Yunfei's expression shifted slightly, because the strength of these two black jiao was truly formidable.
Just as Ye Yunfei prepared to counterattack, suddenly a figure swiftly descended from the dark water above, arriving directly in front of Ye Yunfei. It was Lü Dandan.
"Miss Lü is here! That's fantastic!"
Seeing Lü Dandan, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and Golden-Horned Dragon Silkworm cried out in delight.
Lü Dandan raised a finger. The water in front churned rapidly, giving rise to numerous black runes that spread toward the two black jiao.
Subsequently, these black runes condensed to form two huge black hands, each striking toward one of the black jiao.
Immediately, both black jiao showed signs of fear in their eyes and retreated simultaneously, unwilling to collide with the two black hands condensed by Lü Dandan.
Nevertheless, the two black hands condensed by Lü Dandan moved swiftly, instantly striking the heads of the two black jiao.
Both jiao's heads sank, seemingly sealed in place, unable to move.
"It appears Miss Lü's strength has increased a lot compared to before. She acted just now without utilizing her Dark Heart, instead relying on her own power."
Hun Lao immediately sent Ye Yunfei a Sound Transmission.
"Yes. I think Miss Lü must have encountered some fortuitous opportunity in the space at the bottom of the pool, which led to this enhancement in her strength."
Ye Yunfei also noticed that Lü Dandan's earlier display indicated a significant improvement in her power.
"Don't worry. With me here, these two beasts don't dare to cause trouble."
Lü Dandan looked back at Ye Yunfei and said.