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Chapter 164 She went to the 'underground palace'

Yuan Bao immediately shouted, "Everyone be careful! This is an illusion! Fire Phoenix, use your flames to dispel the fog!"

The fire phoenix took flight in response, spewing out a blazing flame that instantly evaporated the surrounding mist.

However, Xiao Xie had already disappeared.

Qingfeng frowned: "This girl is indeed cunning. It seems we'll have to resort to some extreme measures."

Lingyu calmly analyzed, "Her illusion magic requires the help of the environment. As long as we disrupt her casting conditions, we can force her to reveal herself."

Yuan Bao nodded, then turned to the Purple Flame Spirit Fox and said, "Little fox, use your flames to seal off the surrounding space, don't give her a chance to hide!"

The Purple Flame Fox immediately sprang into action, its purple flames spreading rapidly and covering the surrounding trees and ground in flames.

Just then, Xiao Xie's voice rang out again: "Hmph, do you think you can catch me like this?"

Her figure suddenly appeared behind everyone, holding a gleaming dagger in her hand, pointing it straight at Ning Caichen's back.

Yuan Bao reacted quickly and immediately shouted, "Glimmering Butterfly, shield!"

The Glowing Butterfly swiftly flew to Ning Caichen's side, flapping its wings to scatter starlight, forming a sturdy shield that blocked Xiao Xie's attack.

Xiao Xie missed his attack and quickly retreated, a look of surprise on his face: "I didn't expect you to have such a helper!"

Yuan Bao smiled and said, "Xiao Xie, we don't want to be your enemy. Just tell us where Xiao Qian is, and we'll leave immediately."

Xiao Xie gritted his teeth, a hint of hesitation flashing in his eyes, but he quickly regained his stubborn expression: "Don't even think about it! Unless you can beat me!"

Ning Caichen sighed: "Since that's the case, then we have no choice but to offend you."

Yuan Bao commanded his three spirit pets, along with Qingfeng and Lingyu, to launch a siege against Xiao Xie.

With the fire phoenix's flame attacks, the purple flames of the purple fox, the shields and healing of the shimmering butterfly, and the combined efforts of Qingfeng and Lingyu, Xiao Xie was quickly driven into a desperate situation.

Finally, Xiao Xie sat down on the ground, panting, and helplessly raised his hands: "Okay, okay, I give up! You guys win!"

Yuan Bao stepped forward, reached out and helped her up: "Now can you tell us where Xiaoqian is?"

Xiao Xie pursed her lips and whispered, "She went to the 'underground palace,' saying she was looking for a elixir that could lift the curse..."

A hint of emotion flashed in Ning Caichen's eyes: "Xiaoqian... she really did it for me..."

Yuan Bao patted him on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Alright, now that we know where she is, let's hurry up and set off! This mission isn't over yet!"

Yuan Bao and his group immediately set off for the underground palace.

The entrance to the underground palace was hidden deep in the dark forest, surrounded by a chilling atmosphere that made even the air feel heavy.

Ning Caichen frowned and said in a low voice, "This place doesn't look very friendly. Everyone be careful."

Qingfeng waved his fan and said with feigned ease, "What's there to be afraid of? Our team is all top-notch; even the most formidable enemy will have to give way!"

Ling Yu remained calm as always: "The Yaksha Queen of the underground palace is said to have an eccentric personality and dislikes outsiders. We need to be prepared for both possibilities. If we can talk, we will; if not, we'll have to fight."

As the group entered the underground palace, the surrounding stone walls were covered with ancient runes, and a faint smell of blood permeated the air.

Suddenly, a cold voice came from deep within: "Who dares to trespass into the underground palace?"

Everyone looked up and saw the Yaksha Queen standing on the high platform, holding a spear, her eyes sharp and full of hostility.

Ning Caichen stepped forward and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, we mean no harm. We are simply looking for a friend. Her name is Xiaoqian. Have you met her before?"

The Yaksha Queen sneered, "Xiaoqian? That foolish girl who would do anything for love? She did come, but I've already made her leave. As for you... those who trespass into the underground palace, die!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the Yaksha Queen swung her spear sharply, sending a fierce sword aura hurtling towards the crowd.

Yuan Bao reacted quickly and shouted, "Fire Phoenix, Flame Barrier!"

The fire phoenix took flight in response, spewing out a blazing flame from its mouth to block the sword energy.

Qingfeng shook his head and said helplessly, "It seems we can't reach an agreement; we'll have to fight!"

Lingyu quickly entered battle mode and calmly analyzed, "The Yaksha Queen has a wide attack range, but her speed is relatively slow. We can use the agility of our spirit pets to restrain her and then look for an opportunity to counterattack."

Yuan Bao nodded and quickly commanded, "Purple Flame Fox, use purple flames to immobilize her! Glimmering Butterfly, provide shields and healing to our teammates!"

The three spirit pets immediately sprang into action. The purple flames of the Purple Flame Fox coiled around the Yaksha Queen like chains, restricting her movements.

The Glimmering Butterfly flew to its teammates, its wings fluttering gently, scattering starlight and providing them with a strong shield.

Enraged, the Yaksha Queen roared, "How dare you be so insolent in front of me with just a few spirit pets!"

She brandished her spear, attempting to break through the Purple Flame Fox's fiery blockade, but the fire phoenix's fiery attacks and the combined efforts of Qingfeng and Lingyu left her struggling to cope.

Yuan Bao stood leisurely to the side, arms crossed, watching the battle with a smug look in his heart: "It seems my spirit pets are really powerful, they can even easily suppress the Yaksha Queen!"

While fighting, Ning Caichen couldn't help but exclaim, "Yuan Bao, your spirit pet is really amazing! I wish I could have such a helper."

Qingfeng also said enviously, "Yes, with these spirit pets, battles have become much easier!"

Yuan Bao smiled, his resolve to build his own battle spirit army growing stronger: "This is just the beginning! Once my spirit pet army is complete, even the most powerful enemy will have to admit defeat!"

With everyone's tacit cooperation, the Yaksha Queen was finally driven into a desperate situation.

She sat down on the ground, panting, and helplessly raised her hands: "Enough! I give up! You win!"

Yuan Bao stepped forward and said with a smile, "Your Majesty, we really mean no harm. As long as you tell us where Xiaoqian is, we will leave immediately."

The Yaksha Queen sighed, her voice tinged with weariness: "Xiaoqian went to the 'River of Oblivion' to find a elixir that can lift the curse... If you truly care about her, then go and help her."

A flicker of emotion crossed Ning Caichen's eyes as he solemnly said, "Thank you, Your Majesty! We will definitely find her!"

As the group exited the underground palace, Yuan Bao stretched and yawned, in high spirits: "This mission went really smoothly, all thanks to my spirit pets!"

Qingfeng patted her on the shoulder and laughed, "Yuan Bao, when will your spirit pet army be fully formed? Don't forget to show it to us when it's done!"

Ling Yu also showed a rare smile: "Yes, with your spirit pet army, the missions will be much easier from now on."

Yuan Bao confidently pumped his fist: "Don't worry! Once I collect a few more powerful spirit pets and train them, we'll be able to sweep through all the missions!"

Ning Caichen looked at the distant sky and said softly, "Next, we're going to the 'River of Oblivion.' Xiaoqian, you must wait for us..."