Seeing this, Song Tailang beside them paled and quickly supported Jiu Yangyang, saying with concern, "You must hang in there. I'll take you back for treatment right away."
Then Song Tailang turned to Luo Feng and said, "My companion is severely injured and needs immediate treatment. We'll repay you another time. We must take our leave now. Though I don't know your purpose for coming here, I can tell you that the depths of the Black Mist Zone are extremely dangerous. It would be best if you left quickly."
Hearing Song Tailang's words, Luo Feng's expression shifted slightly. It seemed these two had indeed discovered something unusual in the Black Mist Zone. However, Luo Feng didn't rush to ask about the depths of the Black Mist Zone, deciding to first assess Jiu Yangyang's injuries.
With this in mind, Luo Feng asked, "What kind of injury does Jiu Yangyang have? I just saw him raise a gourd and drink something. Is it related to that?"
Song Tailang was taken aback by Luo Feng's question, surprised that he could name Jiu Yangyang so easily. Puzzled, he said, "You know Jiu Yangyang? The gourd contains a special type of wine. Though it has some side effects, it isn't life-threatening—it just weakens him. His current critical condition is due to other injuries. Here, let me show you."
Though curious about how Luo Feng knew Jiu Yangyang's name, Song Tailang understood now wasn't the time to discuss it. Moreover, if Luo Feng knew Jiu Yangyang, it might be good news—perhaps Luo Feng could help.
When Song Tailang turned Jiu Yangyang around, the sight that greeted them was horrifying. The white wool on Jiu Yangyang's back had turned black, marked by a black handprint. The flesh around the print had blackened and rotted away, with dark energy continuously corroding his body.
Luo Feng frowned deeply at the sight. This was clearly a human handprint—did that mean there were humans in the depths of the Black Mist Zone? The human Luo Feng had just killed was one of the deputy leaders of the Hurricane Pirate Crew. Given his strength, he shouldn't have been capable of leaving such a mark.
Just as Luo Feng was about to ask what had happened, his expression suddenly changed. His pupils dilated as he stared fixedly at the black handprint. At that moment, the Thousand-Bladed Demon Blade, which had just returned to his hand, transmitted a startling piece of information: the handprint contained a trace of demon aura.
The revelation shocked Luo Feng. A demon? (⊙⊙)?
The name was far from unfamiliar to him. In his past life, demons frequently appeared in movies, novels, and games—symbols of power, cruelty, and evil. The word "demon" was practically synonymous with death. Encountering demon aura for the first time sent a chill down his spine.
As expected. The Black Mist Zone truly held something extraordinary.
Could there be a demon here?
But why would this be a human handprint?
Luo Feng didn't dare dwell on it too much and immediately raised his Thousand-Bladed Demon Blade, moving it closer to Jiu Yangyang's back.
Seeing this, Song Tailang was startled and looked at Luo Feng warily, saying,
"What are you trying to do?
If you dare kill him, I won't let you off."
Luo Feng, noticing Song Tailang's tense expression, chuckled and replied,
"Don't be so nervous. I'm saving him.
Otherwise, he won't make it back to Sheep Village before the Demon Aura completely corrodes him.
Especially now, when he's so weak—his death will be greatly accelerated.
If you don't want him to die, step aside quickly and don't interfere."
Hearing this, Song Tailang hesitated but ultimately allowed Luo Feng to proceed.
Besides, if Luo Feng had wanted to kill them, it would've been easy—he wouldn't have bothered explaining so much.
As soon as Luo Feng brought the Thousand-Bladed Demon Blade close to the black handprint, changes began to occur.
The sinister energy from the handprint was rapidly absorbed by the blade.
In the blink of an eye, the blackness of the handprint vanished completely.
The dark aura on Jiu Yangyang's body quickly receded.
Luo Feng was quite satisfied with the effects of the Thousand-Bladed Demon Blade.
Truly, it was the bane of all Evil power.
It could devour any malevolent energy without a trace.
Witnessing this, Luo Feng felt more confident about potentially encountering a real demon in the future.
At this point, Luo Feng said, "Jiu Yangyang is no longer in mortal danger. His other injuries will need time to heal back in the village.
We can treat him a bit now.
While we do, why don't you tell us what happened deep in the Black Mist Zone?
And what have you discovered during your time here?
That way, I can prepare for whatever comes next."
Song Tailang hesitated upon hearing this, unsure of Luo Feng's identity.
He was debating whether to share what he knew.
Noticing his hesitation, Luo Feng smiled faintly and said, "Luckily, Kuai Yangyang anticipated this.
He gave me this token.
He said if the two of you saw it, you'd trust me.
Let me briefly introduce myself.
After entering Verdant Grassland, I saw the Wolf Clan and Sheep Clan in danger, surrounded by hordes of Black Ghouls. I stepped in to help.
I dealt with the Black Ghouls.
In return, they allowed me to enter the Inheritance Hall to receive the Inheritance.
Now, I've come here to see if I can resolve the source of the changes in the Black Mist Zone.
They asked me to look out for you if I encountered you, which is why I intervened earlier.
So, can you tell me about your experiences now?
I don't have much time to waste here."
When Song Tailang saw the sheep-head-shaped token and the wolf-head-shaped token in Luo Feng's hand, his expression shifted, and some of his tension eased.
Since both clan leaders had entrusted Luo Feng with such important tokens, it meant he was trustworthy.
Not only that, but if Luo Feng gave them orders, they would have to obey.
At this thought, Song Tailang took a deep breath and said, "Alright, I'll tell you everything about our experience inside the Black Mist Zone now.
I hope it will be helpful to you.
First, after Jiu Yangyang and I entered the Black Mist Zone..."