Mortals cultivate immortality, I have a Chaos Tower

The four of them walked along the edge of the abyss. The fog had become thick and heavy, as if it was going to crush every breath they took. The road ahead was almost invisible, and every step they took was like trudging through mud. There was an indescribable oppression in the air.

Suddenly, Zhong Ling'er's expression changed. Her keen perception allowed her to detect a slight vibration under the ground, as if something was stirring from deep underground. She raised one hand and gently pressed it against her forehead, frowning as she sensed the movement from underground.

"There's something!" Zhong Ling'er's voice was urgent. Although her voice was soft, it was particularly clear in this quiet environment.

Lin Fan's eyes suddenly became sharp, and his eyes swept around like knives. His movements were as fast as lightning, and he almost subconsciously jumped forward to block Zhong Ling'er and Jiang Shuiling. At the same time, Jin Buke had already clenched the long sword in his hand, and the sword body emitted a faint green light, expanding and contracting like breathing, ready to attack at any time.

"Underground." Lin Fan's voice was low, but full of caution and calmness. He could clearly feel the swift and ferocious thing approaching from underground.

Suddenly, the ground swelled up like waves, and as the soil rolled, a green light broke through the ground, mixed with an indescribable stench. It was a giant hidden snake several feet long, transparent throughout, covered with fine scales. The scales refracted the weak light around like crystals, making it almost blend into the surrounding mist.

"Hidden Snake!" Zhong Ling'er cried out, with a flash of surprise and fear on her face. Hidden Snake is an extremely rare monster. It is known for hiding in the mist, moving as fast as the wind, and is born with strong mental power, which can confuse the enemy's perception. It is a natural hunter.

The appearance of the hidden snake was very sudden, but Jin Buke was already prepared. His sword flashed, and with a low shout, the long sword was instantly unsheathed, pointing directly at the seven-inch position of the hidden snake. His movements were as fast as lightning, and the sword energy turned into a green rainbow light that cut through the air, and with a cold sword intent, it went straight to the hidden snake.

The hidden snake's reaction was faster than expected. It twisted its body like lightning and quickly avoided Jin Buke's sword. It rolled up its body and attacked him with its bloody mouth wide open.

Lin Fan's eyes were like torches, and he continued to strike with the Qiankun Axe in his hand. He said nothing more, and seeing the Hidden Snake approaching, he moved his body, like a meteor across the night sky, and the Qiankun Axe drew a beautiful arc in the air, piercing the Hidden Snake's head.

The axe light and the snake shadow entangled in the mist, like a dance of death. The speed of the hidden snake was amazingly fast, but Lin Fan's reaction was even faster. Each of his swords was extremely accurate, and the sword tip always managed to pierce the hidden snake's vital points, forcing it to retreat again and again.

Although Jiang Shuiling was inexperienced, she did not panic. She stood at the back of the team, waving her sword quickly and chanting a spell. As she chanted, a silver barrier rose up around the four of them, like an invisible protective shield, temporarily isolating the attack of the hidden snake.

"Lin Fan, this snake seems to be testing us!" A trace of solemnity flashed across Zhong Ling'er's eyes. She felt that the hidden snake was not going all out, as if it was just observing their reactions.

Lin Fan did not respond. His eyes were still fixed on the hidden snake, but he already understood Zhong Ling'er's judgment. Hidden snakes are extremely cunning monsters. They will not easily launch a fatal attack, especially when they are not absolutely sure. The hidden snake in front of him is obviously not an ordinary monster. Its wisdom is far beyond the expectations of ordinary people.

"It wants to consume our strength." Lin Fan finally spoke, his tone revealing a calm analysis.

In the brief moment of their battle, the figure of the hidden snake suddenly flashed like a ghost, and its body instantly disappeared in the thick fog, as if it had never appeared. The surroundings fell into silence again, with only a few pieces of transparent snake scales remaining on the silver-white sword in Lin Fan's hand, flickering with a cold light.

"It's gone?" Jiang Shuiling's voice was a little uncertain. She clenched her staff and looked vigilantly at the thick fog around her.

"No, it's still there." Lin Fan's voice was low and cold. His perception told him that the hidden snake had not gone away. It was just hiding in the depths of the fog, waiting for the next attack. Lin Fan knew that this battle was far from over, but was entering a more dangerous stage.

Zhong Ling'er gently stroked her forehead, frowning: "This hidden snake is not simple. It is very intelligent, and it seems to want to trap us here and consume our physical and spiritual strength."

Lin Fan nodded and clenched the Qiankun Axe in his hand. He knew that Zhong Ling'er's judgment was correct. The Hidden Snake was indeed not as reckless as ordinary monsters. It was using the thick fog and the environment to delay them, making them gradually fall into fatigue and panic.

"We can't continue to be passive." Lin Fan pondered for a moment, a cold light flashed in his eyes, "We must find its nest and get rid of it once and for all."

Jin Buke snorted coldly, his eyes flashing like lightning: "That's right, since it dares to provoke us, let it pay the price." He held his sword horizontally, a fierce fighting spirit emanating from his body, and it was obvious that he was ready to attack again.

"Nest?" Jiang Shuiling looked at Lin Fan with some confusion, "You mean... we should take the initiative to find that snake?"

Lin Fan nodded and explained, "Monster beasts like the Hidden Snake like to move around in the fog. They often set up nests and use the surrounding terrain and formations to cover themselves. If we can find its nest, we can turn the situation around."

Zhong Ling'er also understood what Lin Fan meant. She whispered, "But it's not easy to find its nest. The area covered by this fog is too large, and their nests are often hidden very deep."

Lin Fan smiled calmly: "It doesn't matter. Although the hidden snake is cunning, it also has flaws. As long as we can stay calm, it will definitely reveal its flaws."

As he spoke, Lin Fan began to guide the spiritual power in his body, trying to sense the breath of the hidden snake. However, the interference of the thick fog was still very strong, making his perception unclear.

"It seems that this fog is indeed strange." Lin Fan frowned slightly, knowing very well that this was not ordinary natural fog, but a strengthened formation.