Chapter 4, Shadow Serpent

During the process of the launch, the shadow snake opened its mouth, revealing four sharp fangs.

Clang

This is a combination of physical fitness, eyesight, and hand strength; any slight deviation could potentially lead to failure.

Suddenly, the branches and leaves of the bushes swayed, followed by the sound of something piercing through the air like a sharp arrow. A slender black shadow suddenly darted out, lunging towards Li Changsheng's face

After the failed ambush, the black snake did not flee; instead, it coiled its elongated body, its forked tongue flickering, revealing four sharp fangs that were faintly visible

However, Li Changsheng did not dare to be careless. Even though his physique far exceeded that of ordinary people, if he were to be poisoned by the venom of the Shadow Snake, he would still be in mortal danger

After collecting the blood, Li Changsheng turned his dagger and sliced open the body of the shadow snake, retrieving a demon core the size of a fingernail, as well as a snake gallbladder

Roar ~

Time flowed slowly, and just as he was about to leave the mountains and forests, Li Changsheng suddenly halted his steps. His left ear twitched slightly, faintly picking up an anomaly.

Aishi, do not move recklessly, let me handle it!

As soon as he dodged the opponent's sneak attack, Li Changsheng quickly turned around and immediately locked onto the opponent.

Fairy Attribute: Dark

[Fairy Bloodline]: None

Although a Beast Master primarily relies on their summoned beasts, it does not mean they lack the ability to protect themselves. After becoming a Beast Master, not only has their mental strength undergone a transformation, but their five senses and physical body have also experienced a certain degree of enhancement

Looking at this large hand, Ai Xi gazed at Li Changsheng with confusion. Unfamiliar with human customs, she instinctively extended her tongue and licked Li Changsheng's right hand

At the first moment, Li Changsheng projected his mental energy and instantly obtained information about the black snake

Fairy Status: Healthy

After successfully landing a strike, Li Changsheng retreated a short distance, not giving the Shadow Serpent a chance to retaliate in its dying moments

The shadow snake fell to the ground, its vitality remarkably resilient, not immediately succumbing. It continued to writhe on the ground, emitting painful hissing sounds

This is a three-foot-long small snake, entirely jet black, with a triangular head, and its eyes are cold, filled with a strong sense of murderous intent

Li Changsheng shook his head helplessly. Under Ai Xi's puzzled gaze, he placed its tiger claw on his right hand and shook it up and down a few times

After spending approximately half an hour, Li Changsheng finally left the forest. Facing the setting sun, he gazed into the distance and saw a city standing several miles away.

However, Li Changsheng did not take back Aixi, but instead carried it as he set off on his way home

After finishing the tidying up, Li Changsheng once again held Ai Xi in his arms, walking along the overgrown path shaded by trees. A gentle breeze blew, causing Li Changsheng's clothes to rustle.

The snake gall goes without saying, as it can also be used in medicine. Similarly, the demon core serves as the energy source for fairies; if consumed by a fairy of the same attribute, it can accelerate the growth rate of the fairy

Due to the large number of clan members, the main base of the Li family is established on the outskirts of the city. After more than ten generations of management, it occupies an area of over one hundred acres and is also known as the Li Manor

In the fleeting moment of brushing past, Li Changsheng smoothly completed his turn; his eyes were like those of an eagle. At the instant his wrist twisted, he forcefully swung the dagger in his hand.

Li Changsheng took a deep breath and quickly walked along the familiar path towards the Li family manor

Due to the differences in attributes, the demon core of the Shadow Serpent holds no allure for Aishi

[Fairy Race]: Lowly Servants

Soon, the snake's tail slanted and no longer moved

In a critical moment, Li Changsheng instinctively crouched down, and the shadow almost grazed his scalp as it flew by

Meanwhile, Aishi seemed to sense something and emitted a tender sound towards the bushes not far away

Li Changsheng threw a few more stones, and after confirming that the shadow snake was completely dead, he grabbed the snake's corpse from the ground, straightened the snake's body, and then took out a bamboo tube from his bag. With his right hand, he forcefully squeezed from the tail of the snake, allowing the dark red snake blood to flow out, streaming straight into the bamboo tube

After a moment of confrontation, the Shadow Serpent revealed an impatient expression. It did not continue to wait; its elongated body coiled and then sprang forth, as if transforming into a black arrow, once again shooting towards Li Changsheng.

After becoming a demon master, his five senses were significantly enhanced, allowing him to easily sense the approach of danger in advance

Whoosh

The city is not very large, surrounded by walls that are two zhang high, and encircled by a moat. This is Luocheng, located within the boundaries of Huo Luo County. It is not prosperous, yet it serves as the stronghold of the Li family

Li Changsheng's family is not very powerful; at most, it can be considered a local stronghold. If elevated to the level of a prefecture or county, his family would only be regarded as a third-rate force. However, in the small territory of Luocheng, they hold significant influence.

Aishi felt reluctant, but still obeyed Li Changsheng's command and stepped back a short distance

The shadow snake seemed to sense danger, but it was suspended in mid-air, with no place to gain leverage. Ultimately, the dagger precisely struck the waist of the shadow snake, nearly cutting it in half

Nevertheless, Li Changsheng did not let down his guard; instead, he picked up a stone and threw it at the shadowy serpent

Li Changsheng squinted his eyes, and his body immediately reacted, twisting forcefully to easily evade the shadow snake's strike.

Moreover, the Shadow Serpent excels at ambush; if it hides in the shadows, Li Changsheng would still find it quite troublesome. However, when the Shadow Serpent is in plain sight, it effectively relinquishes its greatest advantage, making it undoubtedly much easier to deal with

Weakness of Fairies: Light

Roar ~

The shadow snake, containing potent venom, often traverses the darkness, primarily relying on ambush tactics

Whether it is a snake or a snake spirit, as long as the sensory organs in the head are not damaged, there will be a conditioned reflex after death. If one relaxes their vigilance and approaches to touch it, the consequences can be imagined

Fairy Name: Shadow Serpent

Although Aishi possesses great potential, before that potential is transformed into strength, even a random wild fairy could likely defeat her in battle

Li Changsheng shook his head; Aishi was too young and had not undergone any training, so she was naturally no match for the Shadow Serpent. If she were to accidentally get poisoned, it would be even more troublesome

Throughout the journey, Li Changsheng remained vigilant and did not let his guard down, as there were numerous wild spirits living in the wilderness

After teasing Aishi for a while, Li Changsheng did not linger any longer. Although this was the outskirts of the forest, it did not mean that there was no danger.

Fairy Realm: Lower Level 2

At this moment, Ashe emitted a tender voice towards the Shadow Serpent, its limbs curled as if preparing to pounce

Since you did not refuse, I will call you Aishi. Aishi, I look forward to your guidance!" While speaking, Li Changsheng extended his right hand

A dull sound echoed as the shadow snake was struck by the stone. In that instant, the shadow snake, which had previously ceased to move, suddenly sprang to life, fiercely biting down on the stone and refusing to let go. Its foul, toxic venom splattered forth, emitting a hissing sound of corrosion.

Bang

The corpses of fairies generally possess certain value, among which the blood of the shadow snake contains a sinister aura, serving as an auxiliary material for the production of certain阴属性 elixirs

Li Changsheng drew the dagger he carried with him, took small steps, and began to circle around the shadow snake, looking for an opportunity to exploit a weakness

[Demon Quality]: Inferior