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The sudden turn of events caused Ye Ze's face to turn pale. His expression was full of fear. His body seemed to have frozen as he maintained his posture of raising his head without moving.

Above him, the branches and leaves were swaying. There was no trace of the python.

Ye Ze seemed to notice this after staring blankly for a long time. He suddenly turned around and looked in the direction the python flew away.

Not too far away, the enormous python that had just pounced on him was now nailed to a huge tree. Its shiny, pitch-black body writhed in pain, and blood oozed out of its mouth.

"This is …" "Black Scaled Python!"

Ye Ze's expression changed and his breathing quickened. When he clearly saw the long spear that pierced through the python's body and nailed it to the tree trunk, his pupils violently constricted.

He had seen the long spear not long ago. It was the low rank Spiritual Weapon that Ye Yunfeng had handed to Ye Hao.

"Hey, are you alright?" At this time, Ye Hao also walked up and patted Ye Ze's stiff shoulder.

Hearing the voice, Ye Ze's body trembled as he looked back at Ye Hao. His eyes revealed a hint of shock and confusion as he said in shame, "Ye Hao, it was all thanks to you just now. Otherwise, I would have …" "Thank you!"

"There's no need to be polite. Since we're in the same team, we naturally have to help each other." Ye Hao smiled casually.

Ye Ze nodded gratefully and followed Ye Hao towards the still-undead Black Scaled Python. As they got closer, the stench of the demonic python was accompanied by a strong stench of blood, causing him to want to vomit after smelling it.

At the same time, looking at the Black Scaled Python's body twisting which was thicker than a bucket, Ye Ze could not help but tightly clench the Longsword in his hand and fear appeared in his heart. If it was not for Ye Hao earlier, the current him would have probably died inside the snake's abdomen.

"This beast is really tenacious."

Ye Hao pulled out his spear with a calm expression. He glanced at the Black Scaled Python's cold and fearful eyes and pointed the spear in his hand without any mercy.

Since he was a child, he had heard of the tragic fate of having his clansmen suffer the backlash of a Demonic Beast because of their softhearted hearts.

Thus, he definitely would not make such a foolish mistake.

Ye Hao watched the Black Scaled Python's struggling until its life force gradually disappeared. Only then did he withdraw his long spear. Ye Ze, who was at the side, looked at him with a complicated gaze.

Moreover, the scales on its body were extremely defensive. Even if it was him who was at the fourth level of Body Tempering, it would probably take some effort for him to face the Black Scaled Python head on.

However, Ye Hao, who in his eyes was just a Second Layer of Body Tempering, had actually easily taken care of this Demonic Beast that had given him a headache. In fact, he hadn't even sensed the Black Scaled Python's sneak attack before, but Ye Hao had helped him in time and helped him resolve the crisis.

Thinking up to here, Ye Ze felt ashamed in his heart, but at the same time, he also had some doubts. Could it be that Ye Hao's strength wasn't like everyone's rumors, only having Second Layer of Body Tempering?

Otherwise, how could he get rid of the Black Scaled Python so easily?

"This Black Scaled Python's scales aren't bad."

Ye Hao naturally did not know what Ye Ze was thinking. At this moment, after looking at the corpse of the Black Scaled Python, he took out a dagger and started to peel off the layer of scales on its body.

A demon could absorb Spiritual Energy of Heaven and Earth s for cultivation just like cultivators, and because of their race, the Demonic Beast s would become much stronger after being tempered by the Spiritual Energy of Heaven and Earth, giving them a unique advantage.

In the same realm, just in terms of physique alone, the Monster race would definitely far surpass the human race.

Of course, there were also some human cultivators whose physiques were quite rare and not much weaker than those of the demon race. There were even some whose physiques were faintly stronger.

But no matter what, the strength of a demon's physique could be said to be universally acknowledged. This was also the reason why, for cultivators, whether it was refining Pill s or treasures, the body of a demon was considered a rare material.

Although this Black Scaled Python was only at the third level of Body Tempering, the scales on its body, according to Ye Hao's estimation, were still worth quite a few Spiritual Stone, so it definitely could not be easily wasted.

Seeing Ye Hao peel the Black Scaled Python's scales off in two or three steps, Ye Ze could not help but have a strange feeling. This rumor was just that the same race as the Black Scaled Python in the Second Layer of Body Tempering was really crazy, to not have the slightest bit of discomfort towards the Black Scaled Python.

"What's wrong?" After placing the scales back into the Storage Bag, Ye Hao finally noticed Ye Ze's strange expression.

Ye Ze shook his head with a coy smile, and said with a curious face: "Ye Hao, this Black Scaled Python... How did you find out? "

The Black Scaled Python was best at concealing its tracks. Even Ye Ze, who was at Tempered Body 4th Layer, didn't notice it before. This made Ye Ze unable to suppress the doubts in his heart.

Ye Hao smiled casually, "I think I can see more clearly from behind." "Let's go. I'll be the one in front next."

Hearing that, Ye Ze hesitated for a moment, but he nodded his head in agreement. Could it be that Ye Hao was right, that the rear view was better?

Thinking about this, he looked around and didn't find any change, but, regardless of whether the former was true or not, he wasn't someone who wanted to get to the bottom of things. Since Ye Hao didn't want to say anything, he naturally wouldn't ask.

Thinking of this, Ye Ze followed closely behind Ye Hao, paying attention to the surrounding movement and continued to move forward.

"..."

The dense forest was dark, as though it extended into the depths of the mountain range. The forest was filled with Demonic Beast s, and if a cultivator was not careful, they could be torn apart by the Demonic Beast, hiding somewhere, and be buried here.

In this environment filled with killing intent, Ye Hao and Ye Ze were sitting under an old tree and resting.

"I never thought that even after being explored by the experts in the city, the outer ring of Black Mountain Range would still be so terrifying!" Ye Ze wolfed down the small beast in his hand. Then, he looked around vigilantly and spoke with a lingering fear in his heart.

At that moment, the morning light was slightly bright. He and Ye Hao had already spent a day in the exam grounds.

In this short day, Ye Ze finally understood the dangers of this place. At the same time, he also understood how laughable his original thoughts were.

Especially at night, this place was simply a paradise for Demonic Beast. Roars came one after another, incessantly roaring as they searched for a safe place here. It was no different from a dream.

Just last night, Ye Ze still vaguely heard some of the Ye Family disciples screaming in pain. It was obvious that they had encountered Demonic Beast, and their fate was not good.

As for him and Ye Hao, they had also encountered attacks from several Demonic Beast. The strongest one was a Demonic Beast, and it even had the strength of a Tempered Body 4th Layer.

Of course, with the passing of several battles, Ye Ze was increasingly unable to see through Black-Cloaked Youth, who carried a long spear on his shoulder and was looking around vigilantly.

Because of the few battles he had with the Demonic Beast, he often had only just started fighting, but Ye Hao had already killed the Demonic Beast cleanly and came over to help him.

If it wasn't for Ye Hao, Ye Ze knew that he wouldn't be able to survive the waves of attacks from the Demonic Beast last night.

Looking at Ye Hao, who was different from him and did not appear to be in a sorry state, Ye Ze's expression could not help but turn strange. Immediately, he recalled the big words he had said before the assessment and shook his head with a bitter smile.

With Ye Hao's strength, why should he protect him?

No matter how stupid he was, Ye Ze would not foolishly believe that Ye Hao was still at the Second Layer of Body Tempering realm.

Of course, Ye Ze was still very happy about all of this. After all, the stronger Ye Hao was, the higher their chances of passing the exam were.

Thinking about this, Ye Ze opened his mouth and said, "Ye Hao, should we continue to rest here for three days, or …"

Although Ye Hao's expression was calm, his nerves were tense. After all, there were dangers everywhere in this forest so he had to be on guard at all times.

Following Ye Ze's words, his gaze was also cast towards the depths of the forest. He muttered to himself, "Go deeper in and take a look."

The goal of his assessment this time, was to obtain the heart of the Qingmu Wolfhound and enter the clan's Martial Hall. It was not as simple as surviving in the outskirts of the mountain range for three days.

Moreover, with Ye Peng and Ye Ying's strength, they would definitely set entering the Martial Hall as their number one goal. He could only find the two if he went deeper.

Thinking about that, Ye Hao suddenly frowned. He looked at the giant tree in front of him and coldly said: "Who is it? Don't hide your face. "

As soon as the words were said, Ye Ze's expression changed. Without hesitation, he drew his sword and stood up, vigilantly staring in front of him. At the same time, a few figures behind the giant tree walked out with cold smiles on their faces.

In front of him, there were a total of six figures, four men and two women. The leader, the young man named Ye Yang, Ye Hao had an impression of him, and he could be considered one of the top disciples of Ye Family younger generation, having reached the fifth level of Body Tempering.

At this time, Ye Yang was clapping his hands lightly. He looked at Ye Hao in disdain and praised, "Trash, you are really interesting. You actually found us."

"Hehe, I'm sure that the trash heard Ye Xin's laughter, but it doesn't matter." Another young man behind Ye Yang said with a weird smile.

Ye Hao stared coldly at the few people in front of him. He had sensed the blood energy approaching them and was not too surprised at their appearance.

"Ye Yang, what do you guys want?" At the side, Ye Ze stared at the few sneering individuals as he shouted out with a somewhat reserved expression.

"Tsk tsk, Ye Ze, I didn't think that you would put in so much effort in order to protect this trash." Liu Tie's bedraggled appearance was in stark contrast to that of Ye Hao. Ye Yang and the others thought that Liu Tie had been putting in the effort to fight along the way.

"If you have something to say, then say it. If you just want to talk, then scram." The exam time was limited by three days. One day had already passed, so Ye Hao naturally didn't have the patience to waste time here.

"You, trash, are courting death?"

"Hmph, idiot, do you think this is still Ye Family?"

"..."

In the past, they would not directly take action against Ye Hao within the clan, but now that they were at the outskirts of the Black Mountain Range, they did not have to worry about it anymore.

"Kneel down and admit your wrongs. Then, lend me the spear in your hand, and I can let go of your lowly mouth." Ye Yang snorted coldly as he stared at the spear in Ye Hao's hands with a heated gaze.

Ye Hao raised his eyebrows as he finally understood the purpose of these few people's visit. Liu Tie, who was at the side, said angrily, "Ye Yang, don't go overboard. This lower tier Spiritual Weapon was handed over by the chief to Ye Hao for personal protection.

Although Ye Ze knew that Ye Hao's strength was definitely not as weak as it was rumored to be, Ye Yang, after all, possessed the strength of a Tempered Body 5th Layer. Moreover, the other five people were all at the Tempered Body 4th Layer.

"Hmph, Ye Ze, didn't you hear what I said? It's only for borrowing, and with my strength and this low rank Spiritual Weapon, even if the Qingmu Wolfhound is a Sixth Layer of Body Tempering's Demonic Beast, it's not like there's no hope of killing it. Once I finish using it, I will naturally return it to the trash." Ye Yang said impatiently.

Ye Yang did not lie to those words. After all, the spear in the former's hand was bestowed to him by the chief. Although he was extremely greedy, he did not dare to take it away.

However, if it was just borrowing, after he killed the Qingmu Wolfhound and obtained the heart, and successfully entered the clan's Martial Hall, presumably, even if the clan leader knew about this, it would not make things too difficult for him.

After all, the status of a Martial Hall disciple far surpassed that of a normal Ye Family disciple.

As for Ye Hao, he looked at the determined look on Ye Yang's face and suddenly laughed softly: "So you came for a Low Rank Spiritual Weapon, since you want to … "Then I'll give it to you."

Finished speaking, Ye Hao patted Ye Ze's shoulder, signaling him to stay where he was. Then, dragging his long spear, he walked towards Ye Yang and the others with a face full of smiles.