Chapter 402: Nest

The origins and bloodlines of demonic beasts are very complex. Not every demonic beast can transform into a human during its shapeshifting period. However, at the same cultivation level, demonic beasts that cannot shapeshift are not necessarily weaker than those that can.

It was unclear if the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon could transform into a human. Facing two Nascent Soul cultivators simultaneously, even if it could shapeshift, being forced to reveal its true form to fight was a normal occurrence.

Fighting two opponents without being at a disadvantage, the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon was the strongest demonic beast Qin Sang had ever seen.

This major battle was also the first time he had witnessed a fight between Nascent Soul stage powerhouses. The scene of the two black-robed figures breaking the seals earlier paled in comparison to the current spectacle.

In the bluish-white sea of wind, treacherous waves surged. The winds and clouds shifted dramatically, as if the heavens themselves were enraged. Three figures appeared and disappeared intermittently within the wind sea. Qin Sang couldn't clearly see how they were fighting; he could only catch glimpses of their mysterious techniques when the malevolent winds vibrated and revealed their forms.

The black-robed figure manipulated a Mysterious Tortoise Shell. The shell, like a shield, manifested a gigantic phantom of a Mysterious Tortoise. Its size was only slightly smaller than the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon. It let out a desolate roar, hovering in the sky, its head raised, glaring angrily at the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon.

With a casual slash, the Boundless Sect Master could unleash a thousand-zhang long sword qi. This easily tore through the sea of wind, leaving gashes that would not close for a long time.

Qin Sang was both startled and utterly captivated, his heart filled with longing.

Compared to the two Nascent Soul cultivators, the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon was not inferior, and even seemed to have the upper hand. Its cries were sharp, filled with warning and fury. With an open mouth, it spat out a pillar of lightning, and with a flap of its wings, a thunderous storm descended.

The rampant lightning emitted a destructive aura, and even from a distance, it still made Qin Sang's heart tremble.

Each strike from a Nascent Soul level powerhouse could connect with the mechanisms of heaven and earth. Their power far surpassed imagination. Even though the battlefield was far in the sky, the aftershocks still made the ice plain tremble.

Each tremor of the ice cave earlier was a result of their combat impacts.

Qin Sang had no doubt that if the battle had been near the ice cave, it would have long since been torn to pieces.

Gradually, Qin Sang noticed a clue.

The true objective of the Boundless Sect Master and the mysterious black-robed figure did not seem to be to kill the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon.

They cooperated closely, with clear divisions of labor, as if they had another goal. They were continuously trying to break through the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon's blockade. One entangled the falcon, while the other attempted to bypass it. However, each time they were forced back by the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon, to their frustration.

Given its formidable strength, the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon indeed possessed remarkable intelligence. After discerning the intentions of the Boundless Sect Master and his companion, it did not launch proactive attacks. Instead, it would immediately retreat after forcing them back, firmly holding its ground and giving them no opportunity.

At this point, Qin Sang could also roughly understand some things.

The Thunder-Swallowing Falcon's strength might not surpass their combined power. However, it was extremely enraged and willing to fight to the death. The Boundless Sect Master and his companion, on the other hand, highly valued their lives and were unwilling to risk mutual destruction.

Because of this, the Boundless Sect Master and his companion were hesitant and cautious, making it appear as though the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon had the upper hand.

What were the Boundless Sect Master and his companion looking for?

Qin Sang recalled a scene he had witnessed earlier: after the Boundless Sect Master and his companion jointly broke an ancient seal, one of them had gone down to search, seemingly without finding what they desired, and then left without hesitation.

What could compel two Nascent Soul cultivators to join forces to search within the Boundless Valley and risk a major battle with the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon? Was it an immortal herb or an ancient treasure?

Qin Sang withdrew his gaze, emerged from behind the ice, and stood at the edge of the ice cave, observing his surroundings.

Due to the Profound Frost Malevolent Wind, the spiritual energy in this area was unusually chaotic. As long as Qin Sang remained hidden, even Nascent Soul cultivators would find it difficult to detect his presence.

The ice cave he was in seemed to be located within an ice mountain. The entire mountain was riddled with countless similar ice caves, resembling a massive honeycomb. It was unclear how such a peculiar geological feature had formed.

Wind and snow poured into them, creating a wailing sound.

At the foot of the ice mountain was a bottomless, extremely vast cavern.

The sea of wind in the sky pressed down low, forming a huge funnel that connected to the cavern. At the center of the cavern was a striking white pillar of wind, where the Profound Frost Malevolent Wind condensed, like a flood dragon emerging from water.

It appeared as if malevolent winds were descending from the heavens.

However, after observation, Qin Sang discovered that the cavern was actually the source of the Profound Frost Malevolent Wind.

Endless malevolent winds continuously surged out from the cavern, gathering in the high sky.

Accumulated over an unknown number of millennia, as far as the eye could see, in every direction, was an endless expanse of Profound Frost Malevolent Wind. It was monotonous, with only shades of bluish-white.

Could the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon's nest be inside the cavern?

Qin Sang thought to himself, "No wonder."

The Night Lotus's growing place was so close to the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon's nest. Without a spiritual array to seal it, once the Night Lotus matured, even the most chaotic spiritual energy would struggle to conceal the alluring aura it emitted as a heavenly material and earthly treasure.

The Night Lotus would likely have long become food for the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon.

No wonder the senior who discovered the Night Lotus was so cautious. Not only did they use a teleportation array and go to great lengths, but the primary purpose of every restriction they placed was concealment.

Especially the spiritual array protecting the Night Lotus; it was exceptionally secretive, firmly sealing the Night Lotus's aura, preventing even a trace from leaking out.

Beyond that, they dared not make any superfluous moves, lest they overdo it and inadvertently alert the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon.

The objective of the Boundless Sect Master and his companion seemed to be the cavern.

Qin Sang's gaze shifted back and forth between the cavern and the sky. His fists were clenched, and his eyes flickered with indecision. His heart was wavering and struggling.

At this moment, on the battlefield, the two individuals and one beast were in a stalemate, with the situation deadlocked.

Although Qin Sang couldn't ascertain the true strength of Nascent Soul cultivators, he could tell from the surface that it would be difficult for them to determine a victor in a short period.

However, this didn't mean he had an opportunity to act.

The cavern was the source of the Profound Frost Malevolent Wind, and it was undoubtedly extremely dangerous inside.

It appeared that the Profound Frost Malevolent Wind, concentrated into a single mass, only occupied a central area of the cavern. But the entire cavern was bound to be affected by the Profound Frost Malevolent Wind, filled with winds far more terrifyingly cold than those outside.

Although Qin Sang was not afraid of the cold eroding his soul, his physical body was very fragile. It was unknown if the Crimson Pill would be effective at such close proximity to the Profound Frost Malevolent Wind.

Even more terrifying, of course, were the three Nascent Soul level powerhouses in the sky.

The situation could change at any moment.

Whether the Boundless Sect Master and his companion found an opportunity to break through the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon's blockade and enter the cavern, or if they deemed the task impossible and voluntarily retreated, and the Thunder-Swallowing Falcon returned to its nest,

Qin Sang would be plunged into a desperate situation.

Qin Sang was hesitant, but this was not a particularly difficult choice.

The two Nascent Soul cultivators' fighting intent did not seem strong. They could withdraw at any time. It was precisely this attitude that prevented Qin Sang from acting rashly.

This so-called opportunity could lead to death at any moment. Qin Sang didn't even have a slim chance of success.

And the potential reward was unknown.

Qin Sang quickly made a decision: staying put in the ice cave, observing the battle between Nascent Soul stage powerhouses, and gaining knowledge would already be a significant gain.

Unexpectedly, just as Qin Sang decided to remain where he was, the situation changed again.