Chapter 120: Alien Species of the Spirit Realm

If the Five-Colored Orange Spirit Beast had not been so overly confident, it might have stood a chance to contend with Qin Chuan. But blind confidence cost it that right, and in the end, it could only leave begrudgingly.

“Ding! Three-Soul Orb detected, increasing all attributes by 10%.”

“Ding! Five-Colored Orange Poison Orb detected.”

“Ding! Orange Spirit Liquid detected, granting immunity to orange poison miasma damage.”

Once again, a buy-one-get-three set, but this time the Three-Soul Orb was clearly of a higher tier.

After distributing the spoils, this expedition through the Seven-Star Region came to a close.

“Ding! Successfully devoured Three-Soul Orb, all attributes increased by 10%.”

Sharpness: 738 + 664.2 (90%) + 258.30 (35%) = 1660+

Tenacity: 650 + 455 (70%) = 1105+

Speed: 680 + 476 (70%) = 1156+

Qin Chuan gained immensely from the Seven-Star Region, leaping up two levels in quick succession, with his attributes soaring. Life was truly rich and fulfilling.

“Finally, the Eight-Star Region. Once we pass through here, we’ll reach the place where the Nine-Star treasure lies.”

“Mhm.”

Along the way, both Qin Chuan and Sleepyhead reaped great rewards, while Zi Zi gained little. But she was unbothered, having secured a promise from Qin Chuan, aligning with her initial purpose for coming.

Originally, Zi Zi had sought to tame the Black Demon Sword, but it had since become a friend, and she was content. In her heart, a newfound hope and trust had blossomed.

The Eight-Star Region was smaller still, even more desolate than the Seven-Star Region, dotted only with sparse trees and grass, giving the impression that one could see to the horizon.

Sleepyhead sniffed the air and asked doubtfully, “Big brother, it seems like there are no spirit creatures here.”

Qin Chuan’s consciousness scanned the surroundings, nodding. “Let’s make one lap. If we find nothing, we’ll go straight to the Eight-Star Life and Death Path.”

“Alright.”

What Qin Chuan did not yet know was that the Eight-Star Region, being a hotbed for the final battle, had spawned countless restless souls. Their lingering resentment coalesced into terrifying spirit creatures known as Wraiths.

Wraiths were an anomaly in the spirit realm—composed entirely of gray grudges, yet possessing spirit cores.

Their abilities were strange and highly lethal, belonging to no known elemental system, resembling magic more than anything else.

Wraiths remained dormant underground, as the Eight-Star Region could no longer nurture other spirit creatures. Wandering above ground only drained the lifespan of their spirit cores.

Their skills targeted spirit cores specifically, effectively countering 99% of spirit creatures.

Since the spirit core was the essence of a spirit creature, damage to it caused irreversible harm.

Though this was the Eight-Star Region, all Wraiths here were level 29.

Wraith Claw (Active): Range of ten meters, increases spirit core damage by 2% per level, currently level 9.

Wraith Body (Passive): Ignores all physical damage, increases spirit core damage by 1% per level, currently level 9.

Wraith Speed (Active): Increases movement speed by 5% per level, currently level 6.

Terrifying Sound (Active): Targets enemies within 30 meters, inflicting spirit core damage of 5% per second for 3 seconds. Each level reduces cooldown by 1 second, currently level 5.

From their skills alone, it was clear the Wraiths were formidable. Their ability to ignore all physical damage left spirit creatures helpless, let alone the spirit core-targeting attacks.

Long ago, the Lord of the Spirit Realm had sacrificed the upper-tier dimensions. Those who died bore deep hatred for the Lord, breeding Wraiths with a fierce vendetta against spirit creatures.

As peculiar beings, Wraiths possessed no sharpness or tenacity, only speed.

In the Eight-Star Region, their speed values hovered above 600.

At this moment, the three bandits leisurely strolled through the Eight-Star Region, completely unaware that beneath their feet, a horde of Wraiths had detected the scent of fresh spirit cores, awakening and crawling toward them.

“Big brother, it really seems there are no spirit creatures.”

“Yeah, Qin Chuan, I suddenly feel a bit eerie. I think we should leave soon.”

Zi Zi frowned, uneasy. She keenly sensed a sinister aura.

Here, one must admit, a woman’s sixth sense could be remarkably strong. The nearest Wraith was still about fifty meters away.

Seeing Zi Zi’s discomfort, Qin Chuan said, “Alright, let’s head to the Life and Death Path.”

“Alright.”

Just as the three bandits were about to leave, Qin Chuan heard a system alert.

“Ding! Level 29 Wraith detected.”

His heart skipped a beat. “Wraith? What kind of spirit creature is that?”

Ssss!

Suddenly, a Wraith claw burst from the ground, reaching directly for Zi Zi.

“Watch out!”

“Ah!”

Fortunately, Zi Zi had sensed this in advance and was constantly vigilant, dodging the claw but still turning pale from fright.

With a whoosh, a Wraith emerged from the earth, its body floating.

It bore the shape of a gray human form, translucent, with a blurred face and hollow eyes.

“Heh heh, delicious prey. On behalf of all Wraiths, I welcome you.”

The voice was chilling and terrifying, accompanied by a strange, eerie laughter that made Zi Zi’s hair stand on end.

“Intimidate!”

“Ah!”

Qin Chuan immediately unleashed his Intimidate skill, causing the Wraith to scream, though the scream lingered oddly.

At that moment, a massive aura emanated from Qin Chuan’s Heart Chakra, instilling great fear even in the Wraith.

This was unexpected even for Qin Chuan; he had simply instinctively released his energy.

Under this aura, Zi Zi felt significantly calmer.

Wraiths were immune to all physical damage but highly vulnerable to attacks targeting their spirit cores.

Qin Chuan’s Intimidate had a soul-shaking effect, not only intimidating minds but also the spirit cores.

The Wraith was nearly terrified out of its spirit core. That scream was actually the release of its ultimate skill, Terrifying Sound, yet Qin Chuan and the others remained unaffected.

“How is this possible? I clearly used Terrifying Sound, yet you’re unharmed?”

Qin Chuan chuckled inwardly. “This is interesting. So Intimidate can counter the skills of those fiendish creatures.”

“Heh, that’ll disappoint you. I’ll see you off!”

Qin Chuan activated the Flow Strike skill and shot forward with a chirp.

“Hahaha, you think you can kill me? That’s hilarious!”

The Wraith laughed heartily, completely ignoring Qin Chuan’s attack, too lazy even to move, for it feared no physical assault.

Sure enough, Qin Chuan’s system notified him.

“Ding! Attack ineffective.”

“Damn, immune to physical damage?”

Qin Chuan instantly found a fitting description and was greatly shocked.

If the Wraith was immune to physical damage, then it was practically invincible.

“I told you, you’re killing me with laughter!”

The Wraith sneered as the Dragon-Patterned Cold Jade Sword pierced its body, yet it felt nothing.

But in the next moment, the Wraith let out a horrific scream.

“Ah! How can this be?! This... is impossible!”