Chapter 144: Green Lotus Core Fire!
After placing Qing Lin in a secure location, Chen Feng once again entered the cave, vibrating the Thunder Wing, and descended into the scorching magma in the depths of the earth.
"Plump!"
As he plunged into the magma, a violent and scorching wind immediately roared in Chen Feng's ears.
The temperature continued to rise, and at a certain moment, the noisy sounds from the outside world were completely isolated.
Standing in the scorching magma, watching the slowly flowing fiery-red lava around him, Chen Feng felt no fear. Although he wasn't a practitioner of fire attributes, with his cultivation approaching Dou Wang and possessing the Dragon Elephant Body, he had confidence.
Moreover, under the protection of the layer of white flames covered by Yao Chen, all external temperatures were completely isolated, and Chen Feng felt no heat inside.
Retracting his gaze, Chen Feng looked towards the huge Two-Headed Fire Spirit Snake and calmly said, "Fire Spirit Snake, lead the way!"
Hearing Chen Feng's words, the Fire Spirit Snake, which had already received Qing Lin's command, didn't hesitate. It quickly turned and dived into the magma.
Within the fiery-red lava world, dark currents surged, and occasionally, extremely fierce magma flows erupted from unknown places. These flows contained immense energy and posed a significant threat to ordinary individuals.
However, the Fire Spirit Snake was extremely familiar with this environment. Before the magma flows arrived, it could find the most suitable route to sneak through. Following closely behind, Chen Feng naturally avoided these lava flows.
In this fiery world, it seemed there were no creatures other than the Fire Spirit Snake. It was understandable, given the harsh living conditions here.
If it weren't for exotic beasts like the Two-Headed Fire Spirit Snake, which survived by devouring magma, even other magical beasts, even the strength of a Sixth-Rank Magical Beast like the Purple Crystal Winged Lion King, would find it impossible to move freely in such a place without being affected.
As they continued to travel towards the seemingly endless depths of the magma, the external temperature increased exponentially.
Initially, with Yao Chen's protection, Chen Feng didn't feel much. However, as the color of the lava below gradually turned bluish, he began to sense some heat.
Nevertheless, it was just a mild warmth. Considering Yao Chen's current strength, it was incomparable to the time when Xiao Yan entered the magma in another timeline.
Before long, at the end of Chen Feng's line of sight, something emitting a bright green light appeared.
A blue glow enveloped the magma, and as Chen Feng focused, he vaguely saw a gentle blue lotus standing within the glow.
"A blue lotus... Master, this is likely the incubation of the Green Lotus Core Fire!" Yao Chen exclaimed with excitement upon seeing this scene.
The Blue Lotus Core Fire ranked nineteenth on the list of exotic fires. Born deep within the earth, it underwent countless refinements, fusions, compressions, carvings... It took ten years to take shape, a hundred years to form, and a thousand years to turn into a lotus. At the moment of perfection, its color tended towards blue, and a cluster of blue flames formed at its core, known as the Green Lotus Fire or Green Lotus Core Fire.
This fire had unpredictable power. In areas near volcanic regions, it could even trigger volcanic eruptions, forming a destructive force of nature.
"Yes! This Green Lotus has indeed incubated the Green Lotus Core Fire!" Chen Feng's gaze focused on the blue glow, nodding gently.
"Hiss! Hiss!"
Behind Chen Feng, the Fire Spirit Snake emitted sharp sounds. Chen Feng turned to look and found the huge eyes of the beast were vaguely filled with awe as it looked at the blue glow. Its giant body was trembling slightly.
Ignoring the Fire Spirit Snake's actions, Chen Feng waved his hand and commanded, "Yao Chen, let's go over there. Increase your protective strength!"
Saying that, Chen Feng directly rushed towards the Green glow, surrounded by a bright white light.
As his body approached the Green glow, the expected intense heat did not arrive as Chen Feng had thought. On the contrary, the temperature around his body decreased.
Without thinking about it, Chen Feng's gaze quickly scanned the surroundings, finally stopping on the Green lotus below.
The blue lotus had eight petals, and each petal, like the most perfect blue jade, seemed naturally flawless. At first glance, it appeared crystal clear, giving people a feeling of not wanting to let go.
In the center of the lotus, there seemed to be a small lotus platform of about two to three feet. In the holes on the platform, faint fluorescence emanated, presumably condensed from the purest fire attribute energy.
Beneath the lotus, there were extremely long roots, over ten meters long. The roots were covered with tiny tendrils that swayed as if in a greedy state, frantically absorbing the violent fire attribute energy from the surrounding magma.
This blue lotus hovered in the endless magma, like a duckweed in the sea, drifting around.
Fortunately, Qing Lin controlled the Fire Spirit Snake, allowing it to lead the way. Otherwise, even with Yao Chen searching inside the magma, it would take some effort.
"Yao Chen, this place has undoubtedly incubated the Green Lotus Core Fire. Go and retrieve it!" Chen Feng suddenly ordered Yao Chen.
"Understood!"
Respectfully acknowledging the command, Yao Chen rushed to the top of the lotus.
In the center of the lotus, a cluster of Green flames was slowly rising.
This cluster of blue flames, highly spiritual, occasionally condensed into the shape of a lotus, and sometimes into a small Green flame snake. It hovered in the center of the lotus platform, presenting an adorable appearance, seemingly very docile.
"Master, if you are going to collect the exotic fire later, I may not be able to divert my attention to protect you. You'll need to deal with the magma around you by yourself. However, Master, rest assured, it won't take long for you to suppress it!"
Sensing the immense energy contained in the seemingly docile flame, Yao Chen did not act immediately. Instead, he transmitted his voice to Chen Feng, reminding him.
"I understand!"
Chen Feng nodded. Just resisting the magma for a short time, he had the strength for that.
After saying this, Chen Feng released his Dou Qi, forming a sturdy silver Dou Qi armor around him.
The blue flame danced gently on the lotus platform, and the roots beneath continued to absorb the surrounding magma's raging fire energy.
"Master, be careful! I'll start extracting the Green Lotus Core Fire!" Yao Chen's voice echoed in Chen Feng's mind.
Chen Feng nodded, focusing his attention on the surroundings.
Yao Chen's figure floated above the blue lotus, and he extended his hand, a gentle force enveloping the Green Lotus Core Fire. The seemingly docile flames suddenly showed signs of resistance, but Yao Chen skillfully controlled the force to suppress any potential backlash.
As the Green Lotus Core Fire gradually separated from the lotus, its resistance weakened. Yao Chen then gently placed it in front of Chen Feng.
"Master, here is the Green Lotus Core Fire. It's now under your control." Yao Chen's voice transmitted to Chen Feng's mind.
Chen Feng reached out and accepted the Green Lotus Core Fire, feeling the astonishing heat emanating from it. The Green Lotus Core Fire seemed to resonate with his soul, and a mysterious connection formed between them.
"Good job, Yao Chen. Let's leave this place," Chen Feng said as he carefully stored the Green Lotus Core Fire within his body.
Yao Chen nodded and, with Chen Feng's protection, led the way back through the magma.
The journey back was smoother, with the Fire Spirit Snake skillfully avoiding the dangerous magma flows. As they approached the exit, the external temperature gradually decreased.
Exiting the magma-filled cavern, Chen Feng took a deep breath. He could sense the incredible power contained within the Green Lotus Core Fire. This exotic fire would undoubtedly become a powerful trump card for him.
"Yao Chen, let's return to the sect. I need to refine this Green Lotus Core Fire and enhance my strength," Chen Feng said with determination.
"Understood, Master."
Leaving the dangerous volcanic area behind, Chen Feng and Yao Chen soared into the sky, heading back to the sect. The journey back was uneventful, allowing them to prepare for the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead.