Chapter 188: The Demon Barbarians’ Plot, Chu Xiu’s Changes

Chapter 188: The Demon Barbarians' Plot, Chu Xiu's Changes

In the silence that enveloped the second trial space, rumors swirled among the crowd. Chu Xiu had vanished following his encounter with the flickering bunny girl, leaving everyone eager for answers.

Meanwhile, far below the trial space, on a distant leaf of the void giant tree, a gathering of demon barbarians was rapidly escalating. Nearly two thousand strong, these warriors from different tribes shared a common goal: to prevent Chu Xiu from advancing any further in the trials.

A purple-scaled demon named Qing Jiao addressed the crowd from atop a massive rock. "Chu Xiu has moved beyond this level. We must act swiftly to stop him before he reaches the higher realms and possibly claims the Dou character secret," he declared, his voice carrying across the gathering. The demons roared in agreement, their hatred for Chu Xiu palpable in the air.

Wangshan Mo, a formidable tiger-headed demon, voiced his concern. "We should wait for reinforcements from the Ten Thousand Demon Valley before we strike. Chu Xiu is not to be underestimated." However, Qing Jiao dismissed these concerns, confident in their numbers and the strategic advantage of their current position.

Plans were quickly made to ambush Chu Xiu outside the trial space. Qing Jiao, ever ambitious, also hinted at a desire to confront Yaochi Saint, adding a personal vendetta to the mission. His remarks about capturing Chu Xiu and confronting the saint in front of him drew mixed reactions, with some demons sensing his underestimation of their foes.

As the demon horde prepared to move, Qing Jiao's thoughts turned to a fallen comrade, fueling his resolve. "Even if it means dying, I will bring Chu Xiu down with me," he vowed silently, his eyes glinting with determination.

Back in the trial space, as the crowd speculated about Chu Xiu's fate, the scene shifted dramatically. The red spider lilies that surrounded Chu Xiu began to wither, signaling the end of his transformation. The last wisps of red smoke coalesced into his body, enhancing his ancient holy body beyond its previous limits.

Chu Xiu's eyes fluttered open, revealing a new depth of power. As he stood up, the energy around him settled, and he sensed an unprecedented strength coursing through his veins. Despite the imminent threat from the demon barbarians, Chu Xiu felt ready. He was not just stronger; he was transformed, armed with new abilities and a resolve as steadfast as ever.

"Let them come," he murmured to himself, a faint smile playing on his lips. "I'm ready."