The wounded long-beaked black-tailed bird felt Lin Yifan chasing after it, and while afraid, it was filled with regret.

It should not have underestimated these three prey; now suffering the consequences, it could only blame its own arrogance and ignorance.

Clinging to a thread of hope, it flapped its wings vigorously, weaving through the complex forest.

It was more familiar with this area's environment, hoping to use this knowledge to shake off Lin Yifan's pursuit.

However, it still underestimated Lin Yifan's capabilities. With the Immortal Level Light Skill "Great Roc Spreading Wings," his speed was at least equal to that of its flying speed, perhaps even surpassing it.

The long-beaked black-tailed bird was terrified because it sensed a creature more advanced than itself was pursuing it.

The reason it could sense the Golden-winged Roc's aura, which humans couldn't feel, was probably because it's a Spirit Beast, a Flying Spirit Beast.

"Is this prey human or a Spirit Beast?" It was already confused beyond reason.

An endless fear surged in its mind; it dared not look back, afraid it would be devoured by the higher-leveled kind lurking behind.

Lin Yifan could clearly sense the fear of the long-beaked black-tailed bird, but he didn't understand why the bird was so terrified.

"Scared already?"

Lin Yifan sneered contemptuously.

Although the Dark Forest's terrain was intricate, as long as he maintained his speed, he could catch up with the long-beaked black-tailed bird.

So, within seconds, he caught up with the long-beaked black-tailed bird.

Though only a brief chase, the man and beast had flown several kilometers; thus, the pursuit was not short.

Once caught up, Lin Yifan beat down the long-beaked black-tailed bird.

He didn't prolong the bird's suffering much, delivering a few sword strikes before ending its life.

Finally, he brought back the Spirit Beast Crystal Core of the long-beaked black-tailed bird for Fangfang.

Fangfang felt awkward, unwilling to accept the bloody Spirit Beast Crystal Core, so she asked Lin Yifan to hold onto it until they found a water source.

Lin Yifan didn't want to trouble Fangfang; after all, she was a young, beautiful woman, naturally resisting such bloody items.

So he tossed it to Du Yuze, letting Du Yuze keep it.

Du Yuze initially thought Lin Yifan intended to gift him this Divine Transformation Fifth Realm Peak Spirit Beast Crystal Core; however, after Lin Yifan explained, he realized it was a trap.

He wanted to refuse but dared not, because he was Lin Yifan's subordinate and should obey Lin Yifan's commands.

Helplessly, he had to temporarily store this Divine Transformation Fifth Realm Peak Spirit Beast Crystal Core for Lin Yifan.

After dealing with one threat, Lin Yifan and his companions continued into the depths of the Great Dark Forest, searching for the Moon Worship Sect Elder's Cave Mansion.

The further they went, the deeper their anxiety became.

Because the darkness in the forest seemed even more profound, enough to chill one's heart.

This feeling was akin to facing a bottomless black hole, never knowing the dangers within.

Lin Yifan bolstered his courage, overcoming fear, and continued delving deeper.

If even he was afraid, then there was no point in continuing the treasure hunt at the Elder's Cave Mansion.

After advancing a significant distance, Lin Yifan suddenly saw a ghostly figure flash past him, startling him into a scream, "Ah!!! Ghost!"

"Ah!!!"

"Ah!!!"

Behind, Fangfang and Du Yuze also screamed at the top of their lungs, adding to the atmosphere of fear.

"Why are you yelling so loudly? My ears are going deaf from your screams."

Lin Yifan turned back and couldn't help but reprimand them.

He was just scared, so why were Du Yuze and the others raising a commotion?

"Would we have screamed if you hadn't started yelling?" Du Yuze retorted, then calmly asked, "So, Boss, what did you see to make you so panic-stricken?"

"I saw a ghostly figure!"

Lin Yifan answered honestly.

"Really, Boss? Please don't scare me. I already have a small courage; I can't withstand such fright." Du Yuze, timid and fearful, trembled with fear.

He feared ghosts more than anything. If there were truly ghosts in the Dark Forest, he would surely exit this treasure hunt at the Elder's Cave Mansion.

"Why would I lie? If it weren't so, would I scream?"

"Then where is the ghostly figure now?" Du Yuze asked, concerned.

This was his most pressing question because only knowing the ghostly figure's location could he adequately prepare.

"How should I know? It just flashed past in front of me, seeming to enter the forest beside us."

Lin Yifan pointed to the Dark Forest on his right and replied.

Gazing at that pitch-black forest, Du Yuze felt a wave of fear, not daring to approach nor stare for too long, afraid of seeing something he shouldn't.

"Well… what now? Should we continue forward?"

"Why not? As long as it doesn't bother us, it's fine." Lin Yifan answered, determined to unravel ancient mysteries.

"But what if it bothers you? What then?" Du Yuze timidly asked.

"Then I'll kill gods as I meet them, kill buddhas as I encounter them."

Lin Yifan responded domineeringly, ready to face it all.

"But it's a ghost; can you really kill it?" Du Yuze questioned doubtfully.

"Without trying, how do you know?" Lin Yifan countered.

He didn't believe ghosts existed; otherwise, Moon Worship Sect Elders wouldn't set up here; no one could handle spirits, not even a True Master Realm expert.

The shadowy figure he saw was likely a Spirit Beast, the type yet to be determined.

"Fine, if there's anyone with the most courage, it's the Boss."

Du Yuze truly admired Lin Yifan's bravery and boldness; if it were him, he would have backed out long ago.

"You flatter me!"

Lin Yifan humbly replied and continued to lead the advance.

If no one provokes him, he won't provoke others; as long as this "ghostly figure" doesn't come looking for trouble, everyone can go peacefully; if it insists on seeking death, then he will send it to the Western Paradise.

"Yifan! Are we really going further inside?"

Fangfang hadn't spoken, but it didn't mean she wasn't anxious or afraid; seeing Lin Yifan about to move, she felt scared and extremely worried.

"Fangfang, don't be afraid, I'm here; even if ten thousand ghosts swarm us, I won't let a single hair of yours be harmed."

Lin Yifan tightly held Fangfang's trembling hand, providing her the strength to overcome fear.

"Alright! I believe you."

For some reason, whenever Lin Yifan spoke, Fangfang ceased being afraid, as if blessed with divine power from The Buddha, rendering her fearless of terror.

After comforting Fangfang, Lin Yifan continued leading the team forward.

This time, they encountered no hindrance, proceeding safely.

This puzzled Du Yuze, who kept vigilant, suspecting Lin Yifan had deceived him, hence he asked insistently, "Boss, did you really see a ghostly figure before? Or were you hallucinating from stress?"

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