Chapter 27: Winnig hard

A thunderous roar echoed through the air, and the Thunder Decepticon's eyes blazed with scarlet intensity.

Being injured by a human child, even after facing a Black Mandala Snake, was an immense disgrace for the Thunder Decepticon. Its eyes now surrounded itself with crackling electric light, its massive claws gouging the earth in preparation for a counterattack.

Qin Feng was drenched in sweat, despite his outward appearance of control. His body had already started to deteriorate, despite the seemingly effortless movements.

The forces were reciprocal. While his earlier attacks seemed effortless, he had used the power of the Tiangang Hammer excessively to compete with the Thunder Decepticon. One or two attacks were manageable, but after dozens of them, his body was reaching its limits.

Not only was his soul power nearly depleted, but his body also felt as if it were being torn apart by the force exerted by the TianGang Hammer.

"Sister System! Help!!!!"

For the tenth time, Qin Feng pleaded for assistance from the system. Yet, the system seemed to be isolated from the world, ignoring his pleas. It felt as though the once-responsive system had abandoned him.

Relying on the system was becoming increasingly unlikely. Qin Feng needed to find an alternative solution, or he would truly be in dire straits.

He couldn't believe that he was struggling in such a perilous situation, given that just half a year ago, he had been full of hope and enthusiasm. It was a stark contrast that left him feeling desolate.

But he had to find a way out of this predicament; giving up was not an option.

At this point, Qin Feng could manage a maximum of two attacks with the TianGang Hammer. If all three of them were in fighting condition, there wouldn't be a major problem in escaping with their lives.

The real dilemma was Tang San's breakthrough. Qin Feng could leave and save himself, but Tang San couldn't. While absorbing a soul ring, one was incredibly vulnerable, and if the Thunder Decepticon attacked during this critical moment, Tang San would surely be killed.

What should he do? Qin Feng furrowed his brow and paced in frustration.

Then, in an instant, a spark of inspiration pierced through his previously clouded mind.

A faint smile tugged at the corner of Qin Feng's mouth as he advanced towards the looming Thunder Decepticon. He focused all his attention on the formidable tiger that was poised to strike.

"What's Xiaofeng doing?" Master had been observing the battle from a distance, and Qin Feng's actions were starting to concern him. Was Qin Feng really planning to take on the Thunder Decepticon head-on with the deadly might of the TianGang Hammer? If that were the case, it would be a foolish move. The Thunder Decepticon possessed a tough skeletal structure and skin that rivaled golden armor. When facing such a creature, the best course of action was typically to retreat unless one's strength was significantly superior.

But then, with a deafening roar, the Thunder Decepticon unleashed another of its thunderous talents. However, Qin Feng effortlessly evaded it. In terms of speed, he could easily match anyone in his class. Even a ghost didn't faze him; he was truly remarkable.

"What kind of roar is that? I'll give it another hammer!!!" Qin Feng's TianGang Hammer instantly grew in size, but the effort was visibly draining him, leaving his lips pale.

"What in the world is this kid trying to do?" Master watched in disbelief, his hand poised to intervene.

The battle with the Thunder Decepticon earlier hadn't tested the extent of Qin Feng's abilities, so striking the Thunder tiger again would likely only push the opponent back or cause minor injuries, not defeat it. Qin Feng was a smart individual, and it didn't make sense for him to engage in pointless endeavors.

However, Master was perplexed by Qin Feng's actions. The boy's lips had turned as pale as paper after this attack, indicating that he had expended his soul power to its limit and was now suffering the loss of essence and blood. While the former could be recovered over time, the latter's damage was irreversible.

Why, Master wondered, had Qin Feng chosen to showcase this attack at the expense of his own health?

The Thunder Decepticon, seeing Qin Feng approach and striking again, responded by flashing a bolt of electricity and launching a fierce claw attack. The intense electric shock left Qin Feng's arms numb, but he still managed to deliver a powerful blow to the Thunder Decepticon's head.

The impact caused the Thunder Decepticon's black-and-white tiger skin to become stained with bright red blood. This action thoroughly enraged the Thunder Tyrant.

"My God! Xiaofeng, you need to get away quickly! That's the Thunder Lightning talent skill of the Thunder Decepticon!" Master shouted frantically, unaware that Qin Feng was prepared for this moment.

With a subtle mechanical sound, Qin Feng activated a mechanism he had been preparing for a long time.

A crisp sound, akin to a piercing cloud, emanated from Qin Feng's cuff and penetrated the Thunder Decepticon's throat. The Thunder Decepticon roared in agony, crashing into a tree and rolling on the ground. After about half a breath, everything fell eerily silent.

Qin Feng sighed with relief. He owed his success to the poison he had applied to his sleeve, which had proven highly effective. The Thunder Decepticon had thick, tough skin, making it incredibly challenging to penetrate its defenses from the outside. Breaking through its defenses with a direct attack seemed like an impossible feat.

Qin Feng's initial plan was to execute a sneak attack using his quiver while the Thunder Decepticon was roaring. However, he soon realized that this plan had a high chance of failure. The Thunder Decepticon's control over the timing of its roars was quite precise, making it difficult to land an attack during that brief window.

Then, Qin Feng recalled that the Thunder Decepticon had once attacked him with a small light wave from its mouth. He devised a plan to provoke the Thunder Decepticon and make it emit this light wave again, leaving its mouth open for a longer duration. This strategy ultimately worked, leading to their victory.

However, Qin Feng hadn't expected that his provocation would trigger the Thunder Decepticon's extreme response. The Thunder Decepticon unleashed its talent skill, the Lightning Wave, in retaliation. Fortunately, the eagle hook arrow attached to Qin Feng's sleeve arrow came to the rescue.

This specially crafted eagle hook arrow, a product of Qin Feng's and TangSan collaboration, had been forged for maximum hardness and sharpness. It just happened to intercept and break the Thunder Decepticon's lightning wave attack.

With the end of the Thunder Decepticon's assault, Qin Feng felt a wave of relief wash over him. It seemed like he had narrowly escaped a deadly encounter.

In the aftermath, a purple light naturally formed around the Thunder Decepticon. The purple light slowly floated and condensed into a purple soul ring.

Seeing this, Qin Feng sat down cross-legged, and a faint soul ring appeared beside him. The master observed these developments with a perplexed expression.