Chapter 688: Small Town, Cave

by the riverbank, with one or two white fish leaping from time to time, appearing so peaceful. On both sides of the riverbank, the spiritual energy was abundant. Under several rocks, there were even...The small town wasn't large, spanning only a few hundred miles. For someone like Lu Xia Tian who had seen cities like Blood Lion City and Unscathed City, this size was barely the size of an average cultivating family's land in Unscathed City.

However, Tuo Ba Hong brought Lu Xia Tian and the others to a cave. Following Tuo Ba Hong into the cave, Lu Xia Tian discovered that there was another world hidden within this small town.

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“Well, you're surprised, aren't you That small town outside is just the tip of the iceberg. The real home of our Giant Stone clan lies within this cave! We, the Giant Stone clan, are born with rocks and have lived in caves since we were young. The great Mountain God bestowed upon us immense power, allowing us to fight powerful monsters and thrive amidst countless threats, standing tall between heaven and earth.” Tuo Ba Hong said proudly.

“Your Shi Clan's prowess in close combat is indeed extraordinary, and your group tactics are also quite unique. In close-quarters battles, we would indeed find it difficult to gain the upper hand. Of course, exceptional warriors like Brother Lu are exceptions.” Hearing Tuoba Hong take such pride in his clan, Huo Ying recalled the humiliation he had suffered before. He first showered him with compliments and then steered the conversation towards Lu Xiaottian, hoping to dampen Tuoba Hong's arrogance.

“You're right, Lu Ge is indeed the most powerful warrior I've ever seen below the tenth rank.” Tuo Ba Hong didn't hear the subtext in Huo Ying's words, but instead nodded in agreement.

He Hawk heard this and curled his lip. This Tubo Hong's strength was indeed formidable, even surpassing his own, but it seemed his mind lacked a certain depth.

Tuobahong didn't hide his admiration for Lu Xiaoteng, making Lu Xiaoteng a little embarrassed. Along the road, other members of the Giant Stone Clan occasionally looked at Lu Xiaoteng and his companions with strange expressions. And Lu Xiaoteng also saw in some cages that these Giant Stone Clan people had captured other cultivators who had entered this place.

After entering the cave, the gravity inside was even stronger than outside. Lu Xiaoteng's body shuddered, and he expelled that feeling of discomfort.

However, both Yu Dongbao and Huo Ying were already injured. They felt uncomfortable in this small town, and entering the cave made it worse. The unusual gravity inside was particularly difficult for them. After all, they needed to use some of their magic power to counteract the discomfort caused by the abnormal gravity, which naturally reduced their body's self-healing ability.

"This, young master Tuoba Hong, could you please arrange a place for me outside" Shao Zixia's face showed a difficult expression, she stopped and no longer walked forward.

"This, this can't be right. Master ordered us to treat you esteemed guests with the utmost care." Tuo Ba Hong said in astonishment.

This Tuo Bahong is truly a straightforward person. However, he does have some admiration for this kind of honesty; at least he doesn't have to deal with other cultivators in such a calculating way.

"My friends here cultivate differently from your Stone Tribe. They cultivate magic power, and unlike you Stone Tribe members who possess formidable physiques, they find this extraordinary gravity quite uncomfortable. So, they are resting outside, which is more suitable for them."

"I see, I overlooked that a bit." Tuo Ba Hong patted his forehead, suddenly realizing. "Alright, I'll arrange for you. However, Lu brother, you absolutely must come with me to the cave. The outskirts of the city are where lower-level warriors live. If you were to stay outside, Master would definitely punish me when he returns."

"Alright, I'll go into the cave with you." Lu Xiaoteng nodded. The cultivation method of this giant stone clan was unique. Their physique and close-combat abilities were so formidable that they must have their own special way. Although he was also a physical cultivator, without the blessing of the Soul Devouring Art, his physical strength alone probably wouldn't be as advantageous compared to these people.

Since he's already here, Lu Xia Tian also wants to see how the Giant Stone Clan cultivates, if there is a chance. Perhaps there are things worth learning from. Tuoba Hong called two clan members over, who seemed to be of high status. After Gudong explained, the two nodded repeatedly.

“These are my two younger cousins, they just happen to be on patrol duty, they can take you to a place to rest.”

"You guys just rest outside. I'll come find you if anything happens." Lu Xiaitian instructed Shao Zixia and the others.

"Lu ge, you have to be careful." Shao Zixia said worriedly.

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"Since I'm here, let it be. There isn't much difference whether I'm careful or not." Lu Xia Tian smiled and, under Tuoba Hong's urging, turned around and followed him.

Upon entering the cave, Lu Xiaocen discovered its size far exceeded his imagination. Previously, having entered the underground from the surface of the swamp, he had found a separate space beneath the ground, but he hadn't expected this space to be so enormous. It was almost like another world entirely. However, outside too, monsters roamed freely, and not many people could make it here. Even those who did arrive often encountered groups of giant stone creatures. In this particular environment, most ended up suffering losses.

Just by passing through, and with the addition of spiritual sensing, the space inside the cave was at least dozens of times larger than the small town outside. Along the way, you could see many solitary caves. Inside, a large number of Giantstone people were resting, practicing martial arts, or sparring with each other for mutual improvement.

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Along the way, Lu Xiaoteng also met Tuo Bahai, who had been injured by him before. As soon as Tuo Bahai saw Lu Xiaoteng, he couldn't help but shout. Hundreds of other giant stone tribe members surrounded them, looking at Lu Xiaoteng with murderous intent, eager to try. However, these people were all reprimanded by Tuo Bahong and listened to Tuo Bahai's words. Looking at Lu Xiaoteng's eyes was full of respect, as well as a raging fighting spirit. Only Tuo Bahai looked at Lu Xiaoteng's eyes still with the same hatred as a poisonous snake. Lu Xiaoteng felt a chill in his heart and secretly remembered this person, Tuo Bahai. He estimated that he would have to guard against this person's tricks later.

At this time, a man as tall and strong as Tubali Hong stepped forward from the crowd. "Honorable guest, I am Tuchize Yu of the Giant Stone clan, a powerful warrior who can survive for more than three days in the Nine Star Meteor Cave. Having heard that you defeated Tubali Hai, I would like to have a fair duel with you."

Hearing Tuo Chi Yu's challenge, other members of the Giant Stone Clan roared with excitement and cheered him on, their enthusiasm palpable.

“Nine-Star Meteor Cave” Lu Xia Tian looked at Tuo Ba Hong in surprise, not knowing what this place was. It seemed quite dangerous.

“Starfall Cave is a place where our Giant Stone Clan's strong warriors cultivate and temper their bones. It contains a large amount of wind as sharp as blades, as well as gravity that is dozens or even hundreds of times stronger than normal. Only the strong among the ninth-rank warriors can survive inside, and those who can stay for more than two days are the elite among the ninth-rank warriors, Tuochi Yu being one of them. He has also defeated Tuobahai, but he hasn't achieved the astonishing level that you, Brother Lu, have. This person is extremely warlike, which is why he wants to compete with you.” Tuoba Hong explained.ation, it remained calm as still water.It was merely that strange tranquility that made Yunxia Fairy and the others feel a sharp, piercing pain in their minds.Within that celestial painting halberd, m...