Dapeng's Time Travel Life

Chapter 182 Material Exploration: Four Perils

Standing atop the city wall of his family's stronghold, Zhang Peng gazed at the increasingly dense darkness emanating from the outskirts, his brow furrowed. Su Yao was pregnant, and his mindset had undergone a subtle shift; it was no longer just about protecting the family, but also about protecting his loved ones. Now that he had broken through to the Golden Core Realm, gathering materials for his natal magic weapon was of paramount importance. Only by possessing a natal magic weapon could he gain greater strength in the upcoming battle.

“Zhang Peng, the gathering of dark forces is becoming increasingly obvious. We must prepare as soon as possible,” Lin Wan’er said solemnly as she stepped forward.

Zhang Peng nodded slightly: "I know. I plan to set off soon to collect materials for my natal magic weapon. With a natal magic weapon, we will have a greater chance of dealing with the dark forces."

“I’ll go with you,” Lin Wan’er said without hesitation.

Looking into Lin Wan'er's determined eyes, Zhang Peng was deeply moved, but he still shook his head: "No, Sucheng and the family need you. Now that Su Yao is pregnant, I can't let you take any risks. I will definitely return as soon as possible."

Lin Wan'er wanted to say something more, but seeing Zhang Peng's resolute eyes, she could only nod helplessly: "Then you must be careful and come back as soon as possible."

Xia Lijuan also came to Zhang Peng and said guiltily, "Zhang Peng, I was wrong before. Let me go with you this time, as a way to make up for my mistake."

Zhang Peng looked at Xia Lijuan, remained silent for a moment, and then said, "Okay, this trip is fraught with danger, I hope you can do your best."

Thus, Zhang Peng and Xia Lijuan embarked on a journey to find the materials for their natal magic weapon. According to ancient records, one of the key materials—Nine Heavens Profound Iron—was very likely to be found in the Cloud Mist Mountains. That was a treacherous place, teeming with demonic beasts, and the burial ground of countless cultivators.

As they arrived at the foot of the Cloud and Mist Mountains, a sinister aura enveloped them. The mountains were shrouded in mist, visibility was extremely low, and the roars of demonic beasts could be faintly heard.

"This is the Cloud Mist Mountains. We must be careful," Zhang Peng said in a low voice, releasing his spiritual power to vigilantly sense the surrounding movements.

The two cautiously entered the mountain range. Soon after, they heard a rustling sound coming from the undergrowth. Zhang Peng immediately drew his sword and warily watched ahead. A gigantic, serrated python emerged from the grass, its body covered in sharp scales, its eyes gleaming with bloodlust.

"It's the Sawtooth Python! Watch out for its venomous fangs!" Zhang Peng shouted, launching the first attack. He unleashed his Golden Core realm spiritual power, sending a golden sword aura hurtling towards the Sawtooth Python.

The serrated python nimbly dodged the sword energy, then lunged at Zhang Peng. Zhang Peng dodged the python's attack, while Xia Lijuan cast a spell, a beam of icy blue light striking the python's body and leaving a wound.

The python roared in pain and anger, its body rapidly expanding as it spewed out a cloud of black poisonous mist that spread towards the two of them. Zhang Peng and Xia Lijuan quickly retreated, Zhang Peng casting a spiritual energy shield to block the poisonous mist's corrosive effects.

“This demonic python is not easy to deal with; we can’t fight it head-on,” Zhang Peng said. He began to observe the python’s attack patterns, trying to find its weaknesses.

After a fierce battle, Zhang Peng finally discovered that the demonic python's defenses were relatively weak at its seven-inch mark. He concentrated his spiritual power and unleashed a powerful attack; golden light instantly struck the python's vital spot. The demonic python let out a miserable cry, its body crashing heavily to the ground. After struggling a few times, it became still.

Having dealt with the serrated python, the two continued deeper into the mountains. As they progressed, they discovered that the spiritual energy fluctuations within the mountains were becoming increasingly chaotic, suggesting that some powerful entity was lurking within.

Suddenly, a sharp cry rang out from the sky, and a gigantic flying beast—the Windblade Roc—appeared in their sight. With a flap of its wings, countless sharp wind blades shot towards them.

Zhang Peng and Xia Lijuan quickly dodged, the wind blades grazing their bodies and leaving deep marks on the ground. "This Wind Blade Peng's attack is too fierce, what should we do?" Xia Lijuan said anxiously.

Zhang Peng looked at the Wind Blade Peng, a resolute glint in his eyes: "I'll distract it, and you take the opportunity to find its weakness." With that, he unleashed his full power and charged towards the Wind Blade Peng.

Zhang Peng and the Wind Blade Roc engaged in a fierce battle in the air. Zhang Peng constantly dodged the Wind Blade Roc's attacks while searching for an opportunity to counterattack. Xia Lijuan, observing carefully from below, finally discovered that the Wind Blade Roc's abdomen was its weak point.

"Zhang Peng, attack its abdomen!" Xia Lijuan shouted.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Peng immediately unleashed a powerful spell. Golden light, carrying the force of a gust of wind, struck the Wind Blade Roc in the abdomen. The Wind Blade Roc let out a painful cry, its body beginning to sway precariously.

Finally, Feng Renpeng crashed heavily to the ground, losing his fighting ability. Zhang Peng and Xia Lijuan also collapsed to the ground, exhausted and panting heavily.

After a difficult search, they finally found the Nine Heavens Mystic Iron deep within the mountains. However, just as they were about to leave, Zhang Peng suddenly sensed a powerful dark aura rapidly approaching.