Chapter 176.

Wang Feng stretched his body and soared into the air once more, confronting the Titan Giant Ape. He noticed a slight wound on the Titan Giant Ape's hand from their previous clash, albeit very small compared to his huge stature. To the Titan Giant Ape, such an injury was akin to being bitten by a mosquito to an ordinary person, hardly worth its attention.

"Come at me again!" Wang Feng taunted, knowing that the Titan Giant Ape harbored little murderous intent.

"Not scared of me?" The Titan Giant Ape retorted before charging towards Wang Feng once again.

Wang Feng was taken aback by the Titan Giant Ape's unexpectedly smooth response, far smoother than the conversation with the Blood Demon Beetle.

Without delay, the two engaged in combat once more, their clashes resounding like thunder in the forest. Countless trees crumbled under Wang Feng's onslaught, as the Titan giant Ape also reveled in the exhilarating battle, relishing the resistance offered by this tiny but formidable opponent.

With each punch, Wang Feng was sent hurtling through the air, yet he endured the onslaught admirably. The Titan Giant Ape marveled at the resilience of this human, grateful that his punches didn't prove fatal, lest he incur the wrath of his elder brother for causing harm to a human soul master.

As the overlord of the Star Dou Great Forest, the Titan Giant Ape seldom enjoyed such thrilling bouts. However...

"Why do I feel so exhausted?" The Titan Giant Ape felt puzzled over the rapid depletion of his seemingly abundant soul power.

Another punch sent Wang Feng soaring once more. The Titan Giant Ape examined his palms, only to find them riddled with numerous small wounds. With his body's remarkable self-healing ability, such minor injuries should have healed instantly.

But these wounds seem to be worsening as time passes by?

'This tiny human seems to be venomous.'

Wang Feng took flight once more, feeling increasingly energized with each bout. The more he fought, the more invigorated he became.

While the God Killing Spear couldn't inflict severe damage on the Titan Giant Ape, each wound inflicted by it proved unhealable, even for the Titan Giant Ape's immense vitality. Moreover, with the fourth soul ability activated, Wang Feng's attacks carried the effect of blood phagocytosis. The more wounds his opponent suffered, the more energy he could siphon from it, replenishing his own soul power with each strike.

In contrast, the Titan Giant Ape began to sense that something was amiss. 

"However, Er Ming's vitality is too formidable... Even if we continue fighting like this, I may not be able to deplete him." Wang Feng silently acknowledged, refraining from unleashing his Dark Angel martial soul, which remained dormant for now.

He was already using his fifth tier of the strength, utilizing all the power of his Golden Lotus to also elevate himself to level 48. Aside from the Karmic Fire of the Red Lotus, along with Pangu Axe and Dark Angel, represented his strongest attack form. Yet, the damage inflicted upon the Titan Giant Ape remained limited. Even a typical 80th-level assault system soul master might struggle to wound the Titan Giant Ape.

Recalling Zhao Wuji's futile attempts to confront the Titan Giant Ape at level 76, Wang Feng sighed inwardly. The Titan Giant Ape had effortlessly tossed aside Old Zhao Martial Soul True Form/Body with minimal effort.

"You're irritating!" the Titan Giant Ape bellowed, gazing at the wounds on its hands, feeling dizzy from the relentless assault. The wounds exuded a terrifying and potent bloodthirst, preventing them from healing. If the battle persisted, the Titan Giant Ape would inevitably be worn down.

The seemingly boundless power of this little human also exceeded his expectations, prompting it to realize that while small, the fly wasn't weak.

Wang Feng watched in astonishment as the Titan Giant Ape emitted a radiant glow, its momentum surging. It no longer wished to play around, continuing the game would only result in being outmaneuvered by this little fly. The pain from the wounds on its palms added to its discomfort.

'Is it planning to escalate the conflict?'

"Wait!" Wang Feng hastily shouted, "I'm Xiao Wu's friend!"

The Titan Giant Ape paused, momentarily stunned. Wang Feng swiftly removed his mask and hood, revealing his identity.

In an instant, the Titan Giant Ape erupted into a furious rage, radiating light as it lunged towards Wang Feng.

"Brother, why are you still attacking? I've revealed myself, we're on the same side!" Wang Feng's heart raced as he activated his Black Thorns Armor, preparing for the impending clash.

The Black Lotus also instantly materialized an incredibly dark barrier around him.

Boom! 

The massive body of the Titan Giant Ape crashed directly into the barrier. However, this time, the barrier remained intact.

A year ago, when the Black Lotus first emerged, it could only withstand the Titan Great Ape's onslaught for less than three seconds. 

But now... Black Lotus, equipped with a ten-thousand-year soul ring, had matured, and had received physical enhancements from an external soul bone. Throughout this period, he had also been fortified by Meteoric Tears multiple times, in addition to ingesting six immortal herbs. Apart from his brain and sternum, his entire body had been tempered by the Red Lotus Karmic Fire, rendering him incredibly robust.

Now, at level forty-four and armed with the fourth soul ring of sixty thousand years. Three seconds? It was estimated that he endure his attacks for at least 30 seconds!

Earlier, Wang Feng hadn't employed the Black Lotus for defense, opting instead for a direct confrontation with the Titan Giant Ape to inflict damage with the God Killing Spear while lowering its guard. Now, however, he had no choice but to utilize the Black Lotus's defensive soul ability capabilities.

With the massive barrier enveloping him, Wang Feng stood at the center as the Titan Giant Ape's tremendous force pushed him backward.

Why was Wang Feng confident in his ability to evade a Titled Douluo? It was due to the formidable defensive prowess of the Black Lotus!

After more than twenty seconds, the Black Lotus barrier began to show signs of fragmentation, as the surrounding ground was indented by The Titan Giant Ape's relentless attacks forming a long trench.

"Transform!" 

Wang Feng snarled, directing the energy stored within the Black Lotus to surge forth frantically, repairing the cracks in the barrier. Sustaining it for nearly a minute, the light barrier finally shattered as the energy in the Black Lotus was depleted.

As the barrier broke, the Titan Giant Ape seized the opportunity to deliver a powerful punch to Wang Feng's chest.

Boom! 

Wang Feng grimaced as a spurt of blood erupted from his mouth. However, the force of the blow also sent the Titan Giant Ape staggering backward several steps, its massive eyes filled with shock as it regarded the diminutive foe.

At that moment, another colossal figure appeared in the distance, floating in mid-air.

"Er Ming, cease your attacks!" The voice boomed loudly, a very deep voice, capable of echoing over great distances.

The Titan Giant Ape rubbed its head, refraining from further action, and grunted before massaging its palms. The persistent wound refused to heal, growing increasingly painful and affecting its concentration—a vexing annoyance.

"Azure Sky Bull Python?" Wang Feng wiped the blood from his mouth, his heart quivering slightly as he beheld the enormous figure. Unknowingly, it had also arrived here?

However, despite sustaining injuries from the Titan Giant Ape's punch, Wang Feng's condition wasn't dire. A few fractured ribs were nothing he couldn't handle, his body would soon recuperate.

The only issue is the excessive consumption of soul power.

"Human, you said you are a friend of sister Wu?" The Azure Sky Bull Python scrutinized the tiny human below, its eyes holding a serious gaze.

Wang Feng nodded. "My name is Wang Feng. Xiao Wu should have informed you about me."

However, inwardly, Wang Feng acknowledged that Er Ming was still too formidable. Defeating him was still impossible for the current him.

The Azure Sky Bull Python glanced at Wang Feng, then shifted its gaze to the Titan Giant Ape, speaking solemnly, "You disclosed your identity to Er Ming, intending for him to let you go. This suggests you're aware of Er Ming's identity. If so, why did you engage in a confrontation with him, provoking his anger?"

Wang Feng coughed a few times before speaking candidly, "I simply sought advice from Xiao Wu's acquaintances."

Furthermore, rushing to rescue the Bai Baoshan trio just now could be seen as repaying the favor owed to the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy. After all, their intervention had alleviated the pressure on him, elevating him to level three. Later, when encountering Prince Xue Xing, they had even defended him and his academy.

"Seeking advice? Hmph!" The Azure Sky Bull Python snorted disdainfully, sending a powerful force to suppress Wang Feng. However, Wang Feng had already activated his [Deification] soul ability, and the soul power boosted by the [Black Hoop Spiritual Skull] rendered him immune to the soul power suppression. Otherwise, he would have definitely been shocked into vomiting blood.

"You're an intriguing human." the Azure Sky Bull Python remarked, looking at Wang Feng with surprise. When had this youth become so formidable? His 100,000-year soul beast's coercion had no effect on him.

Turning to the Titan Giant Ape, the Azure Sky Bull Python inquired, "I recognize this kid."

The Titan Giant Ape grumbled irritably, "Over a year ago, he was the one who challenged me. Just now, I'm not sure what tricks he used to prevent my wounds from healing. Brother, I'm furious. I only wanted to teach him a lesson, not kill him. But he thwarted my efforts."

"It's quite uncomfortable, brother," the Titan Giant Ape continued, referring to the last punch that had struck Wang Feng, breaking several of his ribs while also causing him harm from the recoil.

It was likely even more uncomfortable than enduring the backlash from the Black Lotus barrier, as the Black Thons Armor rebounded 150% of the damage and weakens the attacker by 20%.

The Azure Sky Bull Python observed the injuries on the Titan Giant Ape's palms, its eyes widening to the size of four or five footballs. 

"What formidable potency!" the Azure Sky Bull Python remarked, spitting out a light ball that landed on the Titan Giant Ape's hands. However, instead of healing the wounds, the light ball merely suppressed them.

"Er Ming, your wounds... can only be suppressed and may not fully recover." the Azure Sky Bull Python stated, its pupils shrinking suddenly.

Unable to recover from the wound? What had caused such an injury?

With a hint of coldness in its gaze, the Azure Sky Bull Python directed its attention to Wang Feng.

"Let's go. Because you're Xiao Wu's friend, today's events will be overlooked." the Azure Sky Bull Python declared solemnly.

Wang Feng coughed a few times before speaking, "Your brother's wound was caused by me. But I assure you, I can help him in recovery. There's no need to worry."

He simply wanted to observe the effectiveness of the God Killing Spear. It appeared that the God Killing Spear was indeed potent, as even the slightest damage it inflicted couldn't be healed and could only be suppressed. Moreover, with time, the wound would inevitably worsen. Additionally, the process of suppression was soul-intensive and would likely have long-term effects on one's strength.

"Can you help him recover?" the Azure Sky Bull Python asked skeptically, casting a suspicious glance at Wang Feng. The Titan Giant Ape also turned to Wang Feng, its imposing figure exuding a strong sense of oppression.

"Of course." Wang Feng replied confidently, approaching the Titan Giant Ape as the Golden Lotus bloomed in his hand, emitting a burst of vitality.

Observing the Golden Lotus, the Azure Sky Bull Python sensed a peculiar power emanating from it, which left him slightly astounded. Nonetheless, the Azure Sky Bull Python remained vigilant, eyeing Wang Feng warily.

"If you can truly heal me, I won't hold any grudges." Er Ming declared.

Wang Feng nodded and activated the Golden Lotus ability, directing its golden light onto Er Ming's palms.

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