Chen Tian and Tu Xueer walked unhurriedly through the mountain range. Chen Tian knew that Tu Xueer's stamina and foot strength were limited, so he dared not quicken their pace, treating it as a tour.
The mountain range was lush with trees and dotted with flowers and plants. Chen Tian breathed in the surrounding air, which was refreshing. He could even strongly sense the presence of abundant wood element energy in the air. Chen Tian, who had mastered the wood element, had a keen sense for it. But this was the Earth God World, wasn't it? Why was there such vigorous wood element power? Something felt off, but Chen Tian didn't dwell on it.
As Chen Tian and Tu Xueer walked through the mountains, they were suddenly surrounded by figures. The intruders were Earth tribesmen. Tu Lie emerged slowly from the rear, exuding an air of immense self-importance. A smile played on his lips as he said, "Kid, I'll show you what cruelty is for offending me."
"Oh? Just you lot? Have you forgotten what I said earlier?"
Seeing that it was Tu Lie, it seemed the other party hadn't taken his previous warning to heart. There was no need to hold back anymore. In Chen Tian's eyes, these Earth tribesmen were, at most, a minor annoyance. With the Earth Scorpion Dragon Spider as his helper, Chen Tian feared nothing. Of course, Chen Tian preferred to act on his own. He had helpers, contract spirits, and pets, but he had never summoned them in the game. Only dire straits could push a person's potential and power. Chen Tian didn't want external help to grow; this had always been his code.
Chen Tian's Divine Eye provided information: all the intruders were cultivators between the fifteenth and twentieth levels. Chen Tian could still handle them. The Earth tribesmen surrounding Chen Tian numbered three. They all wore identical clothing. Tu Lie said menacingly, "Kid, kneel and apologize, and I'll spare your life. Remember, this is the territory of the Earth tribe. Aren't you humans unwelcome here?"
"What if I don't? Just these weaklings? You think you can stop me? Do you remember my previous warning? Since you're here, you might as well stay."
Chen Tian's aura erupted, and he pushed Tu Xueer back with his hands. Tu Xueer felt herself moving backward, away from Chen Tian's side. Chen Tian spoke, "Be careful. Don't get hurt in the fight later. Just watch from the side."
"Okay, Chen Tian. You be careful."
Tu Xueer showed no worry. If there were any concerns, it would be for Tu Lie and his group. Tu Xueer knew Chen Tian's capabilities; he couldn't be held back by a mere dozen people. Tu Lie watched Tu Xueer's concern for Chen Tian, and his fury intensified. Tu Xueer had already occupied a place in his heart. Tu Lie considered her his possession and couldn't stand her showing affection to others, especially a human, an enemy of the Earth tribe. Humans had caused great slaughter every time they entered Earth tribe cities, which was why the entire Earth tribe had created a hidden protective shield. The combat abilities of the Earth tribe were weaker than humans, but not by much. After all, the Earth tribe had many different systems. Tu Lie belonged to the combat system. In the cities, those who built houses belonged to the construction system. Construction system Earth tribesmen had no combat power; their strength lay in building houses. Tu Lie had brought people from the combat system this time. He didn't believe Chen Tian could escape.
"Kid, you're so calm with death approaching. This place is quite nice, perfect for your grave."
"No, this time, you are the ones who will die. Do you want to fight one-on-one or in a group? If it's one-on-one, I'll take on all of you. You all come at me together."
"Group fight, all of you attack me, and I won't be accused of bullying you."
Chen Tian's tone was like that of a street thug from China, and his aura was indeed similar, making one want to punch him. Tu Lie and the surrounding Earth tribesmen were stunned. Was this human out of his mind? Challenging all of them alone? Seeking death?
"Hahaha, kid, you want to die? I'll grant your wish. Attack together!"
Tu Lie didn't dare give Chen Tian a chance to attack. Why be killed when one could kill? The three of them, obeying their young master's command, attacked together. In an instant, Chen Tian stood in the center, surrounded by enemies from all sides. Chen Tian looked very calm. These trash would be dealt with in a few moves.
Chen Tian stomped his foot, and a rumbling sound echoed. Earth spikes began to sprout from the ground beneath his feet, piercing towards the sky. A squelching sound followed, and the entire ground within a few meters was covered by the earth spikes. The Earth tribesmen above the spikes were all impaled, and blood flowed. Tu Lie looked at Chen Tian in terror, instantly wetting himself. A foul odor emanated from him. Chen Tian waved his hand, dispelling the smell, and slowly approached Tu Lie, grabbing his neck. Chen Tian said coldly, "I warned you before. It seems you haven't learned your lesson."
"No, you can't kill me. If you kill me, my father will know about you, and you won't be able to leave the city. You'll be surrounded and killed by the Earth tribe."
Tu Lie panicked. This human before him was a veritable god of slaughter, a demon who killed without batting an eye, a combination of killing intent and malevolence. His companions were dealt with in a single move by this person. He couldn't believe the beauty's tears were so terrifying.
He should have never provoked this person. Chen Tian remained silent. With a twist of his arm, a satisfying crack was heard. Beautiful sound, wasn't it? The sound of a broken neck. Tu Lie's breath dissipated. He was dead.
Chen Tian tossed him to the ground. With a spin of his foot, a huge crack opened in the ground. The surrounding corpses and earth spikes sank into it. The crack closed, leaving no evidence. Chen Tian walked to Tu Xueer's side and said, "Let's go. A bunch of trash wasted our time."
Tu Xueer's gaze was calm, as if the events were perfectly normal to her, though she didn't quite understand why.
Led by Tu Xueer, after half a day, Chen Tian and Tu Xueer arrived outside a village. Chen Tian looked at the village before him, and for some reason, a sense of familiarity washed over him.
Chen Tian couldn't recall ever being here before, yet it felt so familiar.
Tu Xueer ran towards the mountain village with small steps, and Chen Tian followed closely. To his surprise, Chen Tian couldn't enter the mountain village. It was as if a peculiar energy was repelling him. The moment Chen Tian stepped forward, he was pushed back. Stabilizing himself, Chen Tian looked at the village, realizing it was no ordinary place.
Could this village have a protective barrier like the Earth tribe's, requiring a token to enter?
"Fine, the young girl has been delivered. I should leave now."
Chen Tian turned to leave, but a strong reluctance held him back. The sense of familiarity emanated from the depths of his heart. He truly wanted to understand it, but since he couldn't enter now, he had to give up.
"Big brother, don't go. Father, this is the big brother I told you about. Please let him in."
"Good, good, good."
An Earth tribe youth stood beside Tu Xueer. A close examination revealed their faces and noses were identical, as if carved from the same mold. This youth must be Tu Xueer's father.