Currently, the most powerful transcendent artifact he had on hand was the Mystic Yin Mirror, and the only one he could use was the Mystic Yin Mirror. However, even though the Mystic Yin Mirror's attack method was lethal, it didn't have any destructive power. It was completely useless against this gourd artifact, and he didn't have anything in his storage ring that could attack from a distance …
Miao Yi's eyes suddenly flashed. He still had something that could attack from a distance — the tiny mantids. The tiny mantids could attack without him, and the tiny mantids could devour crystal coins. He wondered if they could chew on the transcendent artifact refined from the Crystalline Obsidian.
Now, this was the only viable option. No matter what, he had to give it a try. However, what he was most worried about was whether the tiny mantids could withstand the demonic aura within.
He slightly spread his fingers, and a tiny mantid that had been awakened crawled out of the storage ring and landed on Miao Yi's palm. It spread its wings and stood there quietly, like a butterfly.
Miao Yi stared at the mist-like demonic aura flowing through the tiny mantids' body. He quietly observed it for a while, but didn't notice any abnormalities with the tiny mantids. He was excited, but also a little surprised. This little guy wasn't afraid of the demonic aura at all.
He then recalled what Lao Bai had said before. The Hell Mantis was a demonic beast from the Netherworld!
In other words, the tiny mantids were also a type of demonic beast. Since Pi Junzi and Tao Yongchun weren't afraid, it should be fine as well.
Miao Yi raised his head and looked at the dragon steed hovering above him, neighing from time to time. With a thought, he invoked his arts to control it. The dragon steed's battle armor immediately turned into a black mist, and with a whoosh, it was stored in his storage ring. Miao Yi carefully examined the dragon steed.
Logically speaking, this dragon steed didn't have any cultivation, so it should be in a worse state than Qi Xiuhong. However, looking at it, it didn't seem to be affected at all. As expected, even demonic beasts weren't afraid of this demonic aura.
After making up his mind, Miao Yi continued to observe his surroundings. The ends of the crisscrossing chains were all tied to the walls of the gourd. Having experienced being caught by these chains before, he was certain that every single chain here was a Second Grade transcendent artifact. Who knew how many Second Grade Yao Cores were used to refine so many chains.
Refining a transcendent artifact like this … Forget about the Second Grade Yao Core, just the Crystalline Obsidian alone would require an unimaginable amount of resources. It wasn't something that Miao Yi could afford to refine with his current wealth. Even if Yao Ruoxian were to sell off everything he had on him, it would still be difficult. Although this kind of treasure was within the scope of a Second Grade Magic Treasure, it was not as powerful as a Magic Treasure. However, it was even more of a waste of resources than an ordinary Third Grade Transcendent Artifact. Even an ordinary Hall Master might not be able to afford it. Only those important figures or great sects could afford it if they poured all their resources into it.
The tiny mantids climbed onto the metal chain that was wrapped around his wrist and began to chew on it with their glowing, chewing mouthparts. On the iron chain, it made an unpleasant "creak creak creak" sound.
Down below, Pi Junzi and Tao Ruchun raised their heads to look up, unsure of what Miao Yi was doing. Because of the angle, even Sikong Wuwei couldn't see what was going on. He could only tell that the unpleasant sound was coming from Miao Yi.
Among them, only Qi Xiuhong and Zhao Fei could see what was happening clearly. Unfortunately, Qi Xiuhong's eyes were tightly shut, while Zhao Fei widened his eyes in surprise as he watched the tiny mantids gnawing at Miao Yi's wrist.
Gradually, Zhao Fei's eyes lit up with excitement as he watched the tiny mantids bite out a small dent in the metal chain.
Oh my god! What kind of monster were these tiny mantids? Not only were they not afraid of the demonic aura, but they were also extremely powerful. Miao Yi had more than one of them on him. If he were to release all of them …
Miao Yi didn't need Zhao Fei's reminder. He had already released all thirty-five tiny mantids and had them gnawing on the metal chain around his wrist. The deafening sound coming from them made everyone's heart palpitate.
This time, everyone could see what was going on, and they were all stunned.
Zhao Fei immediately understood. Miao Yi wasn't confident before, so he only released one to test it out.
He quickly scanned his surroundings, then turned to Miao Yi and said, "Each of these metal chains is a Second Grade Transcendent Artifact, just like the tentacles of an octopus. Breaking one of its arms might not necessarily destroy its entire structure. If the tiny mantids keep biting like this, how long will it take for you to free all four of your limbs? The walls of the bottle gourd! Focus the tiny mantids on a single point on the wall of the bottle gourd. Once they've bitten through, this transcendent artifact will definitely collapse. Hurry up! Qi Xiuhong can't hold on for much longer! "
Zhao Fei's reminder was timely. Miao Yi nodded and quickly commanded the thirty-five tiny mantids to fly towards the wall of the bottle gourd. They gathered together and started gnawing on it.
Right now, no one thought that the sound of the tiny mantids gnawing was unpleasant. It was as if they were listening to heavenly music. It was extremely beautiful, and everyone's spirits were lifted. They saw a glimmer of hope again.
"Hehe, looks like we have a chance to escape!" Sikong Wuwei cackled.
However, Miao Yi couldn't bring himself to laugh. His lips were tightly pressed together as he watched Qi Xiuhong's pale face slowly turn green.
"Xiuhong, just hold on for a little longer. We'll be able to get out soon." Miao Yi gritted his teeth and encouraged Qi Xiuhong.
Hearing this, everyone turned to look at Qi Xiuhong, who was still hanging on the wall. They then looked at the speed at which the tiny mantids were gnawing. Even though the tiny mantids could bite, this transcendent artifact wasn't made of tofu after all. Their speed was very slow. Giving up on their fantasies, they knew that Qi Xiuhong wouldn't be able to hold on long enough to escape. Everyone immediately fell silent.
Miao Yi abruptly glared at the tiny mantids gnawing on the wall, his eyes flashing with anger. The tiny mantids huddled together and started gnawing faster.
Outside, Bai Ziliang and the others were still chasing after Gu Sanzheng's group. However, without the help of the Tempest Beast, it wouldn't be easy for them to catch up to them.
What puzzled Gu Sanzheng and the others was that the seafolk that had been following them all this while seemed to have suddenly disappeared.
Inside the gourd, time slowly passed. No one made a sound. They could all see Qi Xiuhong's expression turning uglier and uglier. Her neck and palms were already ashen.
Miao Yi shut his eyes tightly and lowered his head. His cheeks were tense, his entire body was tense, and his fists were tightly clenched. No one could understand the torment he was feeling inside.
However, everyone could imagine that no one was making a single sound to disturb him. Only the gnawing sounds of the tiny mantids could be heard from inside the gourd.
Actually, from a selfish point of view, everyone was still the most worried about Miao Yi. They were afraid that he wouldn't be able to hold on and follow in Qi Xiuhong's footsteps. After all, Miao Yi's White Lotus Seventh Grade cultivation wasn't much higher than Qi Xiuhong's White Lotus Fifth Grade cultivation.
Looking at the speed at which the tiny mantids were gnawing, it was hard not to worry. Miao Yi was the only one here who could control the tiny mantids. If he died, then everyone would truly be doomed.
In their hearts, everyone was praying for Lord Miao and Ancestor Miao to hold on!
Miao Yi didn't know how much time had passed. He only felt that each day felt like a year.
"Miao Yi …" Suddenly, Qi Xiuhong's weak voice came from above.
Everyone looked up. Miao Yi quickly lifted his head.
Qi Xiuhong's expression was ashen as she opened her eyes. Her gaze was weak and helpless, but she still managed to squeeze out a smile at Miao Yi. In that instant, Miao Yi's heart almost broke. He struggled with his arms, but the chains that bound him only shook and rattled, ignoring his struggles.
Helpless, Miao Yi panted heavily, and squeezed out a smile as well. "Xiuhong. Soon. You just have to hold on a little longer. We'll be able to escape soon! "
Qi Xiuhong said weakly, "I can't hold on anymore!"
Miao Yi's limbs struggled again. Then, he calmed down and encouraged her, "You can do it! Hold on. Don't give up. You have to believe in me. Believe that I will definitely bring you out of the Sea of Constellations alive. I can do it. Believe in me! "
Qi Xiuhong said weakly, "I knew it when I came. With my cultivation, I won't be able to return alive. I'm already very satisfied that I've lived until today."
Miao Yi shouted, "Don't give up! Look at me, look at me. My cultivation isn't much higher than yours, but I'm still confident that I can make it out alive. You can't give up either! Don't say a word. Try your best to resist! "
Qi Xiuhong said, "It's different. You have the ability, the ability, the willpower, and you're never afraid of danger. The difference between us is too big. I'm just lucky. I was lucky to meet you, and that's why I'm still alive now."
Miao Yi shouted, "It's not like that. The only reason we're trapped here is to see whose cultivation can hold on. Your cultivation is about the same as mine. If I can hold on, then so can you! "
Sikong Wuwei suddenly said, "Little girl. It wasn't easy for us to make it this far together. You can't give up at this critical moment! Hold on! Brother Miao has already found a way to escape. It's almost there. Look over there. Brother's technique is about to break this transcendent artifact. Hold on a little longer! "
Zhao Fei also said, "Qi Xiuhong, hold on. Don't let Brother Miao down! Don't worry. Once we get out of here, none of us will give up on you. We will definitely bring you out of the Sea of Constellations alive. When we get back, we will take our revenge. Whoever pushed you into the Sea of Constellations to suffer, we will make them pay! As a man, I, Zhao Fei, promise you this. You must hold on! "
"That's right, that's right!" Sikong Wuwei nodded repeatedly. "You still have a grudge to settle. You can't give up so easily. You can't let your enemy go free! Don't be afraid of how powerful the other party is. Count us in for revenge. Let's skin him alive! "
"Miss Qi, hold on!" Pi Junzi and Tao Yongchun also pretended to encourage her.
They didn't have a choice. Since everyone else was encouraging her, it wouldn't be right for the two of them to stay silent. If they angered Miao Yi because of their lack of sympathy, he wouldn't even need to use the Mystic Yin Mirror. He could just send those mantises over to bite them to death. Their skin wasn't as tough as a transcendent artifact yet. That mantis could even bite through a Crystalline Obsidian transcendent artifact.
Qi Xiuhong smiled weakly, as though she didn't have the strength to thank everyone for their kindness. She stared at Miao Yi and said, "Miao Yi, will you look down on me?"
"No!" Miao Yi shook his head. "Why would I look down on you?!"
Qi Xiuhong said, "I'm afraid you will look down on me. You will think that I only gave myself to you because I wanted to survive in the Sea of Constellations. I really didn't think that. My feelings for you are sincere. You treat me really well, and I am very touched. That's why I willingly gave myself to you. I want to be with you forever. But our first time was too casual. I'm really afraid you will look down on me! "
In that instant, Miao Yi suddenly understood everything. He finally understood why she would purposely keep her distance from him after everything. It was because she was afraid he would look down on her and treat her as a casual woman.
Miao Yi felt as though a knife was twisting in his heart. He shook his head vigorously.
"Miao Yi. Have you ever truly liked me?" Qi Xiuhong's voice suddenly grew louder as she asked. Her weak eyes were filled with the last bit of hope.
But as soon as she asked this, Miao Yi was instantly dumbfounded. Had he ever truly liked her?
He couldn't lie to himself. He hadn't!
The kind of uncontrollable love for a woman's body was completely different from Qi Xiuhong's so-called love. He knew deep down that he had never felt that kind of love for her. He was only willing to bear the responsibility for her afterward. He wasn't an irresponsible man.
There was no need to explain anything. Miao Yi's reaction had already explained everything.
In that instant, Qi Xiuhong seemed to understand everything. An indescribable sorrow flashed across her eyes. Gradually, tears welled up in her eyes and gently slid down her cheeks. She slowly closed her eyes, and her head suddenly drooped down powerlessly. She no longer breathed.
Two drops of crystal-clear tears fell onto Miao Yi's face. Miao Yi woke up with a start and looked at her, his eyes filled with fear …
PS: When I was writing this chapter, I was very conflicted. After writing it for several years, I was also scolded for it. My years of experience told me that writing the death of the protagonist's woman is a huge taboo in web novels. Most web readers can't accept this kind of plot. The biggest impact on me is that the readers give up on subscribing to the novel. This will greatly affect my income, commonly known as RMB.
When I was designing the outline, I was already conflicted about this point. After all, I was writing this to support my family with RMB. But I still insisted on doing it. I can imagine the scolding that will follow after this chapter is published. In order to minimize the negative emotions of the readers, when I was designing the plot, I tried my best to make the character of 'Qi Xiuhong' a little less conspicuous so that the readers won't be too disgusted … I can only ask for your understanding!
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