Chapter 1040 - 1039: Fiery Flame Fire Ape

After Luo Lin'an explained, Ye Qingchen finally understood the reason.

It must be known.

Since Ye Qingchen specifically requested the Red Flame Fruit, how could the people on Hidden Dragon Island dare not to put in their utmost effort?

Yet, even though Ye Qingchen relinquished control of the Eight Islands, Luo Lin'an couldn't swallow them whole in one go. Moreover, the other Island Masters would not stand by and watch Hidden Dragon Island rise in power, engaging in covert conflicts and resource competition.

Ever since the news of the Red Flame Fruit emerging on Yu Mountain Island spread, many have moved in response. At least seven or eight groups, or even more, from different islands have gathered on this island.

"Star Gathering Scattered Island, with its complex intertwining forces, is indeed difficult to manage." Su Moran looked towards Ye Qingchen.

"Someone dares to snatch what I delivered?" Ye Qingchen sneered, a cold light flashing in his eyes, "Since that's the case, then I will go personally!"

Luo Lin'an was overjoyed upon hearing this and hurriedly arranged things.

The valley was located on Yu Mountain Island's rear mountain, near a volcano, far from the center. A long pillar of smoke extended from the valley, straight into the sky. Even before approaching, a scorching heat could be felt coming their way.

"No wonder I didn't notice last time; it's so far from the center!"

He looked ahead, hands behind his back.

To others, this valley may seem just a bit hot. But in his eyes, it was like a gigantic angry volcanic flame, not erupting outward but exuding a massive demon aura, nearly covering dozens of miles.

A group entered the valley and immediately felt the difference.

Outside might feel like midsummer, but inside the valley felt like a furnace, with open crimson exotic flowers and fruits resembling leaping flames, inaccessible to anyone below a Human Immortal.

With her cultivation sealed, Su Moran and the weakened Bai Ji couldn't withstand the temperature, yet the Spirit Fruit was inside the valley, so naturally, they were reluctant to easily retreat.

Ye Qingchen saw this and simply released his True Qi, instantly emptying the heat wave, enveloping both women and Luo Lin'an.

"Let's go!"

Ye Qingchen said with his hands behind his back.

...

Just as the group ventured into the valley.

A young man dressed in a luxurious golden robe, hands behind his back, had already led another group deep into the valley, currently marveling at its interior.

"Young master, this island belongs to that Fierce God, is it really okay for us to enter like this? Won't it affect the Island Master's plan?"

An aged elder spoke in a low voice.

"Haha, Fierce God? When has this Star Gathering Scattered Island ever been for an outsider to speak?"

The golden-robed youth chuckled lightly, full of disdain:

"Just a stray dog chased out by the Thirty-Six Sects. Once the Star Gathering Scattered Island assembly opens, his life or death will still depend on our Cyan Cloud Island."

The youth's face showed a mocking smile.

Although Ye Qingchen appeared suddenly, killing many on Star Gathering Scattered Island unexpectedly, once everyone understood, they'd be alert; who would still fear him?

It must be noted.

Star Gathering Scattered Island may be fragmented, but it is extremely hostile to external threats. Ye Qingchen's one-night slaughter of the Eight Islands already alerted many Island Masters. Now, the major islands are either uniting in alliances, spying secretly, or remaining neutral.

And Cyan Cloud Island, is the largest force among them.

"The Red Flame Fruit is really on this island?" Seeing the elder's assured expression, the youth smirked, "I never expected those fools on Yu Mountain Island to hide it so well. If it weren't for Ye Qingchen's appearance, I might still be unaware!"

"This Red Flame Fruit has the power to restore one's origin, a rare Heavenly and Earthly Treasure. Once I pick it, I'll present it to my father!" The youth smiled gently, "Elder Yun, when we encounter that beast, I'll need you to act!"

"Young master, rest assured, leave it to me!"

The aged elder named Elder Yun nodded slightly.

Wherever they passed, the valley's inhabitants retreated respectfully, showing awe.

Because this youth was the young master of Cyan Cloud Island!

Cyan Cloud Island.

The first major island on Star Gathering Scattered Island, spanning 1,800 miles in circumference, with hundreds of islands and reefs surrounding it. Island Master Zou Ji Dao has allied with dozens of islands, holding a faint position as the top dragon head of East Sea.

And this young man is Zou Ji Dao's most beloved youngest son, Zou Tianchen.

And he lived up to Zou Ji Dao's expectations by reaching Earth Immortal status before the age of thirty—a rare talent even in Southern Heaven. He hurried over upon hearing the news about the Red Flame Fruit on Yu Mountain Island.

The group entered the valley boldly, and everyone avoided them.

"Roar!"

At this moment, a fierce roar rang from the depths, shaking all beasts to shudder.

Simultaneously.

The surrounding valley temperature rose sharply, causing the air to crackle and sizzle.

"What is that?"

Zou Tianchen furrowed his brow.

"It's the Fiery Flame Fire Ape!" Elder Yun said solemnly, "The skies have Peng King, the seas have dragons, the mountains have Beast Emperor. Wherever Heavenly and Earthly Treasures grow, there will be Treasure Guardian Demon Beast."

Once heard, the group hurriedly quickened their steps towards the sound.

They witnessed.

A battle had already erupted within the valley.

On one side were powerful entities from various islands, while on the other side was a three-zhang-tall ape. Its body was crimson as if aflame, and its eyes shone like the blazing sun. A ferociously violent aura swept from its body, covering the sky!

Composing its opponents were seven or eight top-level Earth Immortals from different factions.

"Run! Though the Fiery Flame Fire Ape is at top-level Earth Immortal strength, its ancient bloodline makes its combat power comparable to Half-Step Celestial Immortal!"

Several top-level Earth Immortals fled in panic.

"Disperse!"

The leading Earth Immortal shouted. Seeing the Fire Ape pursuing, he embraced with both hands, lifting a peak several hundred zhang high from the ground, directly smashing it towards the Fire Ape to impede its advance.

"Boom!"

The Fiery Flame Fire Ape collided bodily, shattering the boulder to pieces.

To everyone's shock, it lunged at the leading Earth Immortal. With nowhere to escape, the Earth Immortal braced for impact. He believed that as a top-level Earth Immortal, refined in body, he could withstand the Fiery Flame Fire Ape.

Instead, accompanied by a series of crackling sounds, his limbs were twisted into knots, and amidst screams, amidst blood and gore, he was torn in half.

"This beast truly is terrifying! No wonder Yu Mountain Island never managed to harvest the Red Flame Fruit with this Fire Ape guarding!" Witnessing the scene, Zou Tianchen's eyes narrowed.

Elder Lin nodded slightly, "Fiery Flame Fire Ape is notorious for its ferocity, exacting vengeance. Once provoked, bodies will vanish without a trace!"

While they conversed, the Fiery Flame Fire Ape had already rushed towards another top-level Earth Immortal, clawing menacingly.

"Rip!"

The surrounding space seemed torn by the swipe, carrying fierce astral winds through the void.

"Ah!"

A scream echoed, as the top-level Earth Immortal was caught off guard, being savagely cleaved at the waist by the Fiery Flame Fire Ape! Blood and organs rained down, terrifying numerous onlookers.

The entire scene froze with dread.

No one expected the Fiery Flame Fire Ape to be this ferocious—the fear spread to an extreme.

"Elder Lin, it's yours!"

Zou Tianchen commanded casually.

"Alright!"

Having watched the battle from the sidelines, Elder Yun nodded slightly, then slowly stepped forward.