Chapter 3188: Resist a Little! Three-Way Clash! Rong Feng Venerable...

"Equivalent to the Marquis-level Immortal tier—this is close enough!"

Wang Teng murmured to himself.

He could not fleece the core of the Molten Heart too relentlessly; it would be a disaster if not enough remained for Venerable Tian Yan.

They were on the same side, after all.

One does not pit one's own people, right?

With these silent thoughts, Wang Teng pursued the direction of the Molten Heart's core.

What came next was critical.

He had to ensure the Molten Heart's core was smoothly subdued by Venerable Tian Yan, and absolutely could not allow Venerable Yin Lei and the others to snatch it first.

There might be one last eruption at the very end.

That, too, fell within Wang Teng's calculations.

Having now acquired the attributes of the Molten Heart, he knew the treasure could actually replenish its exhaustion by absorbing the power of flame.

In other words, even if the Molten Heart erupted too violently, it could still swiftly recover as long as its origin remained undamaged.

With Venerable Tian Yan's profound heritage, this should pose no great difficulty.

"Rong Xin, you can accelerate now and head straight for the final destination."

Wang Teng immediately issued the command to Rong Xin.

"Alrighty!"

Rong Xin's soft, adorable voice echoed within Wang Teng's mind.

Boom!

In the next instant, the core of the Molten Heart suddenly unleashed an incredibly majestic force, charging directly toward Venerable Tian Yan's position.

This was the final act.

Thus, the Molten Heart no longer concealed its eruption, for it had to draw Venerable Yin Lei and Venerable Rong Feng over.

Boom!

Wang Teng's power erupted in tandem, almost at the exact same moment, neither before nor after.

The Heaven and Earth Abnormal Fire swept forth, spreading toward the Molten Heart as if herding the treasure along.

"Up ahead!"

In the rear, Venerable Yin Lei's expression jolted as he snapped his gaze toward the location of the Molten Heart.

"There is another force of the fire element... so searing hot! This is... the Heaven and Earth Abnormal Fire!!!"

Venerable Rong Feng sensed it as well, his expression shifting slightly as he cried out in surprise.

"The Heaven and Earth Abnormal Fire! It is that Wang Teng!"

Venerable Yin Lei reacted instantly; he possessed a fair understanding of Wang Teng and knew the youth commanded the Heaven and Earth Abnormal Fire.

Now that Venerable Rong Feng had perceived its aura, it was bound to be Wang Teng's doing.

"Could he be herding that treasure?!"

A suspicion arose within Venerable Yin Lei's mind.

"No, he intends to herd that treasure toward the location of those Immortal-level Venerables."

"They are not together!"

Hearing this, a flicker of joy inevitably surfaced in Venerable Rong Feng's eyes: "Then let us hurry over!"

"I shall go ahead; catch up as quickly as you can!"

Leaving those words behind, Venerable Yin Lei transformed into a streak of black lightning and vanished from the spot with a sharp crackle.

"..."

The muscles on Venerable Rong Feng's face twitched; Venerable Yin Lei's speed was truly unparalleled, forcing him to bow in submission.

It was just that the other man genuinely seemed more eager than he was!

It made him feel somewhat ashamed.

These thoughts flashed through Venerable Rong Feng's mind, and he immediately gave chase.

Otherwise, relying on Venerable Yin Lei alone, he feared they would be unable to contend with so many Immortal-level Venerables on the opposing side.

Now that the treasure's eruption was so violent, those four Immortal-level Venerables would likely rush over very quickly, even if they were not nearby.

Moreover, according to Venerable Yin Lei's conjecture, Wang Teng was currently herding the treasure, so the distance between them would only grow shorter.

Whoosh!

Venerable Rong Feng instantly transformed into a crimson stream of light and vanished from the spot.

...

"It's coming!"

On the other side, Venerable Tian Yan had already perceived the aura of Wang Teng and the treasure, causing his eyes to light up.

After waiting for so long, the moment had finally arrived.

It had not been easy!

He was already eager to try.

At the same time, Venerable Zhu Mo, Venerable Tian Lan Yuan Hai, and Luo Fute also received Wang Teng's voice transmission.

"Has the position been confirmed?!"

They murmured almost simultaneously, and without the slightest hesitation, they hurtled toward the direction of the Molten Heart.

They had never harbored any doubts regarding Wang

He felt this treasure surpassed even those possessed by the Candle Demon Sovereign and Rofort.

A steal!

A steal!

Who ever claimed Wang Teng cared nothing for his status as Honorary Advisor to the Deputy Profession Alliance Headquarters?

This was slander! Defamation!

At this very moment, Tianyan Sovereign realized he had utterly misunderstood Wang Teng before—there was no selfish motive in him whatsoever.

“Elder Tianyan,” Wang Teng roared, “Prepare to subdue the *Molten Core of Flame*!”

“The *Molten Core of Flame*?!”

Upon hearing the name, Tianyan Sovereign’s heart jolted.

“So this is what it’s called.”

He vaguely recalled having heard the name before, yet the details eluded him now.

Just then, Wang Teng urged again: “Hurry—the Yin Lei Sovereign and Rong Feng Sovereign are closing in!”

“Understood!”

“Leave the rest to this Sovereign.”

Without delay, Tianyan Sovereign responded sharply, then unleashed his full power in an instant, surging toward the *Molten Core of Flame*.

Boom!

Vast torrents of fire energy coalesced in the void, instantly manifesting into a majestic, roaring flame lion.

The lion trod upon empty space, its form colossal beyond measure. Flames wreathed its body, while its mane—like molten gold forged from pure fire—shimmered with unearthly brilliance.

Roar!

With a thunderous bellow, it transformed into a streak of crimson light, hurtling forward. Its jaws gaped wide, poised to swallow the *Molten Core of Flame* whole.

“Offer just a little resistance!”

From behind, Wang Teng’s eyes flickered subtly as he transmitted his command telepathically to Rongxin.

“Yes!”

Rongxin complied instantly, channeling the innate patterns embedded within the *Molten Core of Flame*’s essence to erupt forth.

Boom!

In the next breath, strange, intricate glyphs flared into existence across the void—like ancient runes pulsating with profound, arcane force.

“So… these are the *Molten Core of Flame*’s innate patterns!”

Tianyan Sovereign’s eyes gleamed—not with alarm, but delight.

He had heard Wang Teng speak of them before, yet never witnessed them firsthand—until now.

“Truly extraordinary!”

After a brief observation, a spark of curiosity ignited within him.

“Let this Sovereign test whether your innate patterns can withstand my *Mystic Lion Inferno Flame*!”

Boom!

The thought had barely formed when violent surges of fire energy erupted violently from the distant void.

Then, a searing column of flame erupted directly from the *Molten Core of Flame*, lancing straight toward the flaming lion.

This was fire clashing against fire!

Both wielded flames—strength would be decided solely by which flame proved superior.

Tianyan Sovereign fixed his gaze upon the collision, his heart a tangle of conflicting emotions.

On one hand, he hoped the *Molten Core of Flame*’s eruption could withstand his technique.

On the other, he dreaded it might surpass his *Mystic Lion Inferno Flame*.

A paradox!

After all, the *Mystic Lion Inferno Flame* was among his most vital weapons—a hidden trump card.

If it were so easily eclipsed by the *Molten Core of Flame*, did that not prove its weakness?

Yet if the *Molten Core of Flame* prevailed, did that not vindicate Wang Teng’s judgment?

That this treasure truly could become his new, formidable weapon?

And let us not forget—he had originally asked only for something capable of refining his body.

Now, however, it was clear: Wang Teng had not merely found him a tool for bodily cultivation.

He had secured a treasure possessing formidable offensive power as well.

Boom!

In the next instant, the two forces collided with cataclysmic force.

The flame column from the *Molten Core of Flame* plunged straight into the lion’s gaping maw, halting its advance abruptly.

“Hm?!”

Tianyan Sovereign recoiled inwardly in shock.

It had actually held firm!

He sensed the immense resistance within the lion—and the scorching heat radiating relentlessly from the opposing side.

The temperature generated by his *Mystic Lion Inferno Flame*… truly paled before that of the *Molten Core of Flame*!

Stunned yet elated, Tianyan Sovereign bellowed: “Subdue!”

Roar!

The flame lion roared again, front claws slashing forward, forming a colossal flaming talon that struck like a meteor toward the erupting fire column.

Wang Teng narrowed his eyes, watching intently—his heart stirred.

He realized he had still underestimated the *Molten Core of Flame*’s might.

Though he’d tried his utmost to overestimate it beforehand, now he saw clearly: this treasure was indeed extraordinary—capable of resisting the *Mystic Lion Inferno Flame*.

He had once obtained the attributes of the *Mystic Lion Inferno Flame*, knew its potency well.

Though classified as a beast-fire, it originated from the legendary *Fen Tian Mystic Lion* lineage—a bloodline of staggering power, whose symbiotic flames were naturally peerless.

Among all beast-fires, the *Mystic Lion Inferno Flame* ranked unquestionably among the highest echelons.

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