Chapter 133: Entering the Emperor’s Mausoleum, the Evil Spirit Chases

Ahead in the sky, countless black dots were flying towards them, so numerous that it made one's scalp tingle.

"Soul Devouring Ants!"

Zhou Chen gasped, immediately turned, and ran.

Soul Devouring Ants are one of the most terrifying Yao Beasts in the Northern Region Demon Abyss.

Individual Soul Devouring Ants are not terrifying; generally, their strength only reaches the Nascent Soul Stage at most, but they never act alone, appearing in groups instead.

Once targeted by a swarm of Soul Devouring Ants, even a Saint Realm expert can only flee.

This is because these Soul Devouring Ants are not only vast in number but also specialize in devouring a Cultivator's Divine Soul, making them impossible to guard against.

"Damn it! How could I encounter a swarm of Soul Devouring Ants here!"

Zhou Chen cursed his bad luck as he ran.

However, the Soul Devouring Ants were extremely fast and quickly caught up.

Buzz buzz buzz!

A piercing sound rang in his ears, and Zhou Chen could feel the malice coming from behind him.

"Three True Flames!"

Zhou Chen suddenly turned, waved his hands, and pale green flames instantly erupted.

As soon as the Three True Flames appeared, the Soul Devouring Ants immediately let out ear-piercing shrieks and retreated.

"It works, as expected!"

Zhou Chen was overjoyed; the Three True Flames were inherently a supremely Yang and unyielding flame, possessing a natural suppressive effect on these sinister and evil beings.

However, he rejoiced too soon.

Although the Three True Flames could suppress the Soul Devouring Ants, they couldn't withstand the sheer numbers.

As the Soul Devouring Ants in front were burned to death, even more immediately surged forward from behind.

Moreover, Zhou Chen's spiritual power was limited, and he couldn't maintain the burning of the Three True Flames indefinitely.

"No, if this continues, I'll eventually be exhausted to death!"

Zhou Chen gritted his teeth, having no choice but to continue running.

Fortunately, the deterrent effect of the Three True Flames was still present; although the Soul Devouring Ants pursued, they dared not get too close.

Just like that, one person and a group of Yao Beasts engaged in a chase in the sky above the Northern Region Demon Abyss.

Zhou Chen ran while searching for an opportunity to escape.

Suddenly, a black mountain range appeared ahead, its peaks soaring into the clouds, exuding an ancient and mysterious aura.

"That is… the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum!"

Zhou Chen's pupils contracted as he recognized the identity of that mountain range.

The Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum, one of the most dangerous Forbidden Lands in the Northern Region Demon Abyss, is rumored to be where ancient Emperors who fell in battle are buried.

Mu Yuandao had once warned him never to approach the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum, as there were terrifying existences there that even Saint Realm experts could not resist.

But now, Zhou Chen had no choice.

The swarm of Soul Devouring Ants behind him was getting closer and closer; if he didn't enter the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum, he would eventually be caught.

"I'll risk it!"

Zhou Chen gritted his teeth and rushed towards the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum.

Just as he was about to enter the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum, the swarm of Soul Devouring Ants behind him suddenly stopped, letting out unwilling hisses but daring not to take another step forward.

"Even the Soul Devouring Ants dare not enter the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum; it seems this place is indeed dangerous."

Zhou Chen looked back, feeling both fortunate and worried.

He was fortunate to have temporarily escaped the pursuit of the Soul Devouring Ants, but worried about the unknown dangers he would face next.

Taking a deep breath, Zhou Chen stepped into the confines of the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum.

As soon as he entered, he felt a strong sense of oppression, as if countless eyes were secretly peeking at him.

"The aura here… is so strange."

Zhou Chen frowned and walked forward cautiously.

The interior of the Burial of the Emperors Mausoleum was a desolate scene, with dilapidated buildings and broken steles everywhere.

The air was filled with a dense Death Qi, making one feel extremely uncomfortable.

Just as Zhou Chen was cautiously exploring, a sinister laugh suddenly came from ahead.

"Hehehe… another living person has come in…"

Zhou Chen's expression changed, and he immediately became alert.

From the shadows ahead, a figure slowly emerged.

It was a humanoid existence wearing a tattered robe, but upon closer inspection, his body was translucent, clearly not a living person.

"Ferocious Soul!"

Zhou Chen's heart sank, and he immediately recognized the identity of this existence.

Ferocious Souls are strange existences formed by the grievances of deceased powerful individuals, possessing great strength and being extremely difficult to deal with.

"Boy, your flesh and blood look very fresh; it's just right for this venerable one to replenish himself."

The Ferocious Soul licked his lips, his eyes glinting with greed.

As soon as he finished speaking, the Ferocious Soul pounced towards Zhou Chen.

He was extremely fast, almost instantly appearing before Zhou Chen, his sharp claws directly aiming for Zhou Chen's heart.

"Nine Firmament Spirit Refining Art!"

Zhou Chen dared not be careless and immediately unleashed a Divine Sense attack.

Brilliant starlight flickered in his Sea of Consciousness, and chains formed by the power of stars extended from the Void Realm.

Zhou Tian Star Chains!

Countless Star Chains moved like spiritual snakes, instantly entangling the Ferocious Soul.

"What?!"

The Ferocious Soul was greatly alarmed and struggled frantically, but the Star Chains were incredibly tough, and no matter how he struggled, he couldn't break free.

"Impossible! How can a mere quasi-Saint trap this venerable one?!"

The Ferocious Soul roared.

Zhou Chen did not answer, but continued to strengthen the binding of the Star Chains.

However, at this moment, more sinister laughter suddenly echoed from all around.

"Hehehe…"

"More fresh flesh and blood…"

"It's been a long time since I tasted a living person…"

Zhou Chen's expression changed dramatically, as figures of Ferocious Souls appeared from all directions, numbering dozens!

Moreover, the aura of each Ferocious Soul was no weaker than that of a Saint Realm expert, and some even reached the level of Saint Realm Stage Eight!

"Damn it! So many Ferocious Souls!"

Zhou Chen cursed inwardly, knowing that he had truly hit a brick wall this time.

He could deal with one Ferocious Soul, but with a dozen attacking together, even with the Nine Firmament Spirit Refining Art, he wouldn't be able to withstand it.

"Boy, surrender, and we will let you die a quick death."

The leading Ferocious Soul sneered.

Zhou Chen gritted his teeth, about to fight to the death, when he suddenly heard a familiar voice from afar.

"Thunderous Might!"

Rumble!

Terrifying lightning descended from the sky, instantly striking several Ferocious Souls, causing them to Soul Flying Away and Spirit Scattering.

"Who is it?!"

The remaining Ferocious Souls were greatly alarmed and looked towards the direction from which the voice came.

They saw a young man in a green robe flying towards them, with a small monkey perched on his shoulder.

"Han Li!"

Zhou Chen was overjoyed, not expecting to encounter Han Li at such a time.

Han Li was also surprised to see Zhou Chen: "Brother Zhou? Why are you here?"

"It's a long story; let's deal with these Ferocious Souls first!"

Zhou Chen said loudly.

Han Li nodded and immediately joined the battle.

After a long time, Han Li's strength had already reached the quasi-Saint Realm, only a step away from the Saint Realm, and his combat power was extremely formidable.

And the small monkey on his shoulder was even more miraculous, capable of directly devouring Ferocious Souls!

"Squeak squeak!"

The small monkey let out excited cries, opening his small mouth, and a powerful suction force erupted.

Several Ferocious Souls were sucked into the small monkey's mouth before they could react, and were directly digested.

"This little monkey… is not simple."

Zhou Chen thought to himself, while also strengthening the attack of the Star Chains.

With Han Li's addition, the battle immediately turned around.

Zhou Chen was responsible for trapping the Ferocious Souls with the Star Chains, Han Li was responsible for attacking, and the small monkey was responsible for devouring.

The three cooperated seamlessly, quickly dealing with most of the Ferocious Souls.

However, at this moment, more roars of Ferocious Souls suddenly came from afar.

"Not good! Our battle sounds have attracted more Ferocious Souls!"

Han Li's expression changed.