12dz Chapter 698 Extreme Cold Danger
Chapter 698 Extreme Cold Danger
The biting cold wind whistled like a blade, slicing through the air and emitting a shrill roar. Yun Yao and Chu Mochen seemed so small in this world of ice and snow, yet they carried an indomitable determination. This extremely cold land, a desolate place sealed by nature in the brutal cold, was like an icy prison beyond the mortal world, its extreme cold kept people at bay for thousands of miles. Yet, it had become the only way for them to pursue clues to the artifact.
Upon entering this place, the chill instantly penetrated their clothing, like thousands of ice needles piercing their bones, sluggishly straining their spiritual energy, as if bound by an invisible cocoon of ice. Their specially made winter clothing, encased in multiple thermal arrays, could only barely withstand the bone-chilling cold. With every breath, the icy air rushing into their lungs seemed to drain all the heat from their bodies, dispersing in puffs of white mist before them.
Yun Yao tightened her collar, her gaze fixed firmly into the distance. She knew the hardships along the way were merely a test from fate. The family's revival, the discovery of the truth, depended entirely on the ability to gather the three ancient artifacts. Beside her, Chu Mochen stood tall and straight like a pine tree, his sword already unsheathed. Its cold light flickered against the ice and snow, as if merging with the icy landscape, becoming a solid barrier protecting Yun Yao.
On the road ahead, hidden ice traps lurked like ghosts beneath the white snow. A moment's carelessness would cause the ice beneath their feet to collapse, transforming into a bottomless icy cavern that would swallow any intruder. Yun Yao activated the system's detection function and, relying on the feedback, carefully identified a safe path, taking each step with utmost caution. Chu Mochen, on the other hand, remained completely focused, constantly monitoring his surroundings for any unexpected attack.
Suddenly, a blizzard swept in like a surging white wave, obscuring the sky and instantly swallowing up the view. The fierce wind, carrying the snow, hurled them down like a dense barrage of hidden weapons. Yun Yao quickly summoned her spiritual power, erecting a transparent shield before her. Snowflakes collided with it, sending up layers of icy spray. Chu Mochen, standing sideways in front of Yun Yao, swung his sword with gusts of energy, shattering the approaching chunks of ice and clearing a short passage for the two of them to move forward.
In the ravages of the blizzard, their progress slowed to a crawl, and their strength was rapidly depleting. But Yun Yao's faith burned like a flame, never weakening. She knew that if she stopped, she would be buried forever in the icy cold.
After struggling in the wind and snow for an unknown amount of time, the blizzard finally subsided, and the view opened up. However, before they could breathe a sigh of relief, a group of ice-type monsters flashed out from behind the surrounding ice rocks like ghosts. These monsters exuded a biting cold, their crystal-clear bodies seemingly carved from the purest ice. They used ice as weapons, and sharp ice spikes flashed between their claws as they launched a fierce attack on the two.
Chu Mochen's eyes flashed, and without hesitation, he brandished his sword and charged into the enemy formation. His sword moved with him, sending streams of sharp sword energy crisscrossing the enemy lines, sending shards of ice flying wherever it touched. His swordsmanship was exquisite, and each strike precisely targeted the vital points of the monsters, drawing roars from them. However, these ice-type monsters were extremely fierce. Not only were they not afraid of the cold, but they could even use the power of ice to rapidly heal their wounds. For a moment, Chu Mochen was even trapped in a difficult battle.
Seeing this, Yun Yao quickly channeled her spiritual energy, forming hand seals and muttering something. Instantly, blazing flames erupted from her palms, transforming into a surging fiery snake that swept towards the ice-type monster. The flames and ice collided, creating a sizzling sound and sending up a vast cloud of vapor. Yun Yao controlled the fire snake, deftly avoiding Chu Mochen and attacking the weak spots of the monsters besieging him, relieving him of the pressure.
A gigantic ice bear monster suddenly pounced at Chu Mochen. Its paws, carrying a thousand pounds of force, whistled down with icy spikes. Chu Mochen dodged to the side, and his sword swung sideways, slashing past the ice bear's arm, leaving a trail of blood. The ice bear roared in pain and angrily, slamming its paws against the ground. Suddenly, countless ice spikes burst out from the ground and stabbed towards Chu Mochen. Chu Mochen's body was like lightning, twisting and turning in the air, avoiding the ice spikes while stabbing the ice bear's neck with a sword. However, the ice bear reacted quickly, blocking the sword with its arm, and then counterattacked with another ice fist.
Elsewhere, Yun Yao was also besieged by several agile ice fox monsters. Small yet incredibly nimble, the ice foxes leaped and weaved around her, occasionally spitting out icy cones. Yun Yao focused her gaze, relying on the system's ability to predict the monsters' movements, to precisely dodge their attacks time and time again. With a wave of her hands, flames transformed into curtains of fire in the air, blocking the ice foxes' attacks. Then, finding the perfect moment, Yun Yao suddenly gathered the flames in her palms and launched them forward, forming a massive fireball that hurled itself towards the group of ice foxes. The fireball exploded among the group, sending several flying and cracking their ice armor.
With the two men's close coordination, the ice monsters' attacks were gradually contained. But they both knew they couldn't drag on for too long, or else, in this frigid land, exhaustion would mean death. Chu Mochen roared, his spiritual energy erupting. His sword shone brightly, unleashing a never-before-seen special move. His figure moved like a ghost, weaving through the swarm of monsters. His sword flashed, and wherever he passed, the ice monsters fell, turning into piles of shattered ice.
Yun Yao, undeterred, compressed her flame energy to its maximum, then dispersed it in all directions. The blazing heat instantly melted the surrounding snow, forming a scalding puddle. The remaining ice-type monsters, sluggish under the combined effects of the heat and humidity, began to move more slowly. Yun Yao seized the opportunity to reunite with Chu Mochen. Standing back to back, they prepared to deliver the final, fatal blow to the monsters.
With the renewed burst of their spiritual power, the ice-type monsters finally succumbed to the force and fled in defeat, disappearing deep into the icefield. Yun Yao and Chu Mochen panted heavily, looking at each other's exhausted yet resolute faces, a warm feeling welling in their hearts. After a brief rest, they dared not delay even a moment and continued their arduous journey towards the ice cave.
Finally, after overcoming numerous difficulties, a massive ice cave appeared before them. The entrance resembled the maw of a giant beast, emitting a chilling chill. The interior was deep and dark, seemingly connected to an endless abyss, a formidable prospect. But Yun Yao and Chu Mochen didn't hesitate. They exchanged a glance, both with a look of determination, and resolutely stepped into this unknown ice cave.
Upon entering the ice cave, a bone-chilling cold washed over me like a surging tide, several times more intense than outside. The walls within were as smooth as mirrors, reflecting a faint light and obscuring my vision. The paths were intricate, like a vast icy maze, and every step I took could lead to a trap.
Yun Yao activated the system's detection function again, but within this ice cave, the system's feedback was severely disrupted, becoming intermittent. Relying on limited clues, she and Chu Mochen groped their way forward. Along the way, ice puppets occasionally emerged from the shadows. These puppets were tall and agile, their bodies forged from solid ice indestructible. Their joints shimmered with eerie blue light, controlling their every move.
Chu Mochen charged forward, his sword colliding with the ice puppet's arm with a resounding metallic clang and a shower of sparks. However, the puppet's strength was immense, and with one blow, Chu Mochen was knocked back several steps. Seeing this, Yun Yao quickly circled behind the puppet, condensing flames in her palms, attempting to locate the puppet's energy core—the blue glow at its joints—and deliver a fatal blow.
But the ice puppet was incredibly agile. Sensing Yun Yao's intention, it spun and launched a powerful icy punch. Yun Yao dodged sideways, and the flames grazed the puppet's arm, leaving only a faint burn mark. Chu Mochen seized the opportunity to attack again. He spun, his sword wielding with him, unleashing a fierce set of sword techniques, each strike striking at the puppet's vital points. His powerful attack temporarily distracted the ice puppet, revealing a few flaws.
Yun Yao seized the opportunity and unleashed a full-throttle burst of spiritual energy. A thick column of flame shot out from her palm, charging straight at the puppet's back joint. The flames and the cold collided fiercely, emitting a crackling sound. Under the scorching flames, the blue light on the puppet's back finally flickered, and its movements became sluggish. Chu Mochen seized the opportunity and thrust his sword fiercely into the puppet's chest. With a powerful twist, it crackled, and the puppet's energy core shattered. It collapsed to the ground, transforming into a pile of scattered ice.
Before they could even catch their breath, more ice puppets swarmed from all directions. Yun Yao and Chu Mochen quickly adjusted their positions, standing back to back, ready to face the new challenge. Deep within the ice cave, they engaged in a thrilling life-or-death struggle with the ice puppets, where every attack and every evasion was a matter of life and death. At the end of this battle, the artifact, emitting a faint blue light, awaited them. What secrets did it hold, and what turning point would it bring to Yun Yao's quest for her life? Everything remained uncertain, and only by fighting could they find a glimmer of hope in this desperate situation.