The Ascension of Contracted Spirits

Chapter 299 - 160: Mercenary Group that Steals Fire_2

But in the midst of the struggle, the law enforcers caught a glimpse of a raging ball of fire.

"Roar!"

A fierce beast stomped on the ground, its upper body lifted upwards, imposingly majestic.

It was a large tiger, a golden "king" character on its forehead illuminated by its bear-like size and engulfing flames, incomparable and unstoppable.

"A Red Flame Tiger? It’s actually a Red Flame Tiger?!"

"I remember now! You guys are the recently emerged ’Mercenary Group that Steals Fire’! Only four members yet capable of completing tasks impossible for dozens! In the spotlight!"

"Roar!!!"

As if responding to the voice, Red Flame Tiger opened its large mouth, roaring and lunging forward.

"Ah!!"

The earthen wall formed by Peat Deer blocked the Tiger for a moment before it was shattered by the Tiger’s paw.

Mao Maochong nearly lost his soul, frantically tearing at his burning clothes before dropping and rolling on the ground.

"Red Flame."

A soft call; the Red Flame Tiger stopped stepping forward, and gradually maneuvered its raised claws downwards.

It gave a menacing glance towards Mao Maochong and then turned to hunt down its next prey.

The hunter who’d sneaked in hoping for a share of plunder was the Tiger’s next target, not the enforcers.

His face became horror-stricken. The steel eagle beside him spread its wings, attempting to resist.

"Boom!!"

A column of fierce fire sprayed over the steel eagle.

Unable to stand the burning heat after a few seconds, it retreated while struggling, letting out a miserable scream.

"Retreat! Without a top-tier second-rank fighter, we are no match for him!"

Under the protection of his guards, Chen Mai retreated to an entrance of a passageway a hundred meters away.

No matter how reluctant he was, comparing their strengths and weaknesses, he still couldn’t find a way to compete.

"Mercenary Group that Steals Fire... Blue Eel Town will remember this!"

"We’re a local township of the Blue Frog Kingdom, after all. Daring to rob our treasure is the same as opposing the entire Blue Frog Kingdom!"

Another patrol named Zheng Yun hackled fiercely.

"Swoosh!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the Ghost-Faced Moth swooped down, its sharp wings aiming for his neck.

"Dang!"

The guard timely blocks it, and Chen Mai hurriedly presses down on Zheng Yun’s shoulder, indicating him not to partake in meaningless arguments.

The master of Red Flame Tiger, a mysterious man shrouded in red battle robes, shot a dispassionate glare and remained silent.

But the Red Flame Tiger, with a knack for picking up on such tensions, sensed its master was being threatened. It roared softly, and the flames on its body rose even higher.

"No worries."

The mysterious man soothed. The Red Flame Tiger snarled, forcibly suppressing its anger.

"Boss, we’re done!"

Gu bounced around, perched on the head of the Big Serpent Vine.

The tail of the Big Serpent Vine was wrapped around the entire Fire Elephant Tree, dragging it forward.

"Let’s move, we can’t stay here for long."

With a call, the mysterious man jumped back onto the back of the Red Flame Tiger and arbitrarily chose a passage that wasn’t crowded and rushed into it.

The Big Serpent Vine, Ghost-Faced Moth, Flashing Leopard... and their masters followed closely behind, quickly leaving under the watchful eyes of the crowd.

"Patrol Officer Chen, the Fire Elephant Tree has been stolen. Will Mayor Cui blame us..."

"She’s got the petals. This tree is optional for her. The key is how to get rid of the Flame Child,"

Chen Mai shook his head, his face suddenly changed, and he turned to a guard beside him and asked:

"The Mercenary Group that Steals Fire... where does that passage they took lead to?"

"Seemingly, possibly, probably..."

The guard looked around, trying his best to recognize the battered battlefield. After a while, he uncertainly responded:

"If they don’t take any detours, it should lead to the third district, right?"

"Not good!" Chen Mai was startled, "Quick! Do we have any nimble attacking Fond Spirits with decent strength left? Hurry to the front to inform them!"

"Little Brother Ren is on guard over there! He’s an elite student from the South Campus of Canghai Pavilion. I was worried something might happen to him, so I didn’t dare let him come to the central defense!"

"Given his unmatched combat mettle, if he runs into the Mercenary Group that Steals Fire, he could be in mortal danger! We can’t let him sacrifice in vain!"

"What... South Campus of Canghai Pavilion..."

The guard’s eyes dilated, murmuring unconsciously:

"The Mercenary Group that Steals Fire, their leader’s strength is absolutely comparable to a patrol officer..."

"There’s probably not enough time to warn them now... are there any brothers left with decent strength..."

...

Clip-clop——

Clip-clop——

The Red Flame Tiger led the way, the Flashing Leopard in the middle, and the Big Serpent Vine at the rear.

As for the Ghost-Faced Moth, it was carrying a thin blue-haired girl and flying at a low altitude.

The four withdrew at a very fast speed without any intention to detour. They took the most spacious main path.

"Uh..."

The Red Flame Tiger suddenly stopped, growling lowly at the front.

"Swoosh——"

Under the red halo, Renwo Kuang, who stood with his arms folded, opened his eyes. Near seven feet tall, he looked down at the four from a high stance.

"Boss..."

The master of the Flashing Leopard, Hu Dai, raised his crossbow with an alert expression.

Renwo Kuang’s vital energy fluctuated, comparably to a wild beast’s.

Just standing there, he emitted a faint pressure; he was no easy opponent.

"Roar!"

The summoning formation pattern momentarily flashed, and Muscle Zombie stood in front of Renwo Kuang.

It was taller and bulkier, like a humanoid mountain.

With a roar, it stomped its feet, clenched its fists, and instantly entered into a combat mode.

"You are not our opponent, why put yourself in danger?"