"This place has been attacked by a mutated leopard." Shi Shuai's face was grim. "Search immediately and see if there are any survivors."
More than ten minutes passed, and not a single living person was found. This made everyone's mood extremely heavy. Although Ma Village had a small population, it still had more than eighty households and more than two hundred people. Now, there was not a single living person left.
"Damn it." Shi Shuai's face turned even uglier, and he was even a little angry.
Gu Yu stared blankly at the scene before him for a moment. This was the beginning of the apocalypse. In his previous life, with the opening of many source gates, countless alien races poured in. Not to mention villages like Ma Village, even large cities could not protect themselves and were turned into ruins in an instant.
It's cruel, but it's also realistic. Humans are too small, insignificant compared to the vast world. Instead of being angry and sad, we should turn it into motivation and strive to become stronger.
"Search for the mutated leopard," Shi Shuai ordered the group.
"Instructor Shi, I suggest we split up and search separately," Zhang Dong said.
"Separate to search?" Shi Shuai frowned. That mutated leopard was no weakling. Among those present, the only ones who could survive an encounter with the mutated leopard alone were probably him, Gu Yu, and Hei Yi beside Gu Yu.
“Yes, we’ll split up and search separately. We all have headsets so we can communicate at any time. Once one side encounters a mutated leopard, the others will rush over immediately,” Zhang Dong said. “Aren’t those two very strong? Let them be in one group, and I, Instructor Shi, and Mo Yanran will be in another. The guards’ warriors and soldiers will be in the third group.”
"Hei Yi, let's go." After hearing Zhang Dong's words, Gu Yu immediately led Hei Yi away.
Watching Gu Yu and Hei Yi's departing figures, Shi Shuai frowned. He knew very well that among the people present, the strongest pair was probably Gu Yu and Hei Yi. They would definitely be fine. If something happened to them, then the rest of them who came tonight would probably be in grave danger.
"I think they're planning to run away." Zhang Dong said, watching Gu Yu's departing figure, but in his heart he was hoping that Gu Yu and Hei Yi would encounter the mutated leopard and be killed on the spot, and that they would not be able to escape smoothly.
"Say less!" Shi Shuai said impatiently to Zhang Dong, then looked at the city guards with some concern. "You must be extra careful. If you spot a mutated leopard, notify us immediately."
"Yes!" the military officers and soldiers replied immediately, and then left to begin the search.
Gu Yu and Hei Yi walked towards a grove of trees. The mutated leopard that attacked Ma Village must have been full and is probably hiding somewhere digesting its food. For leopards, the forest is the best choice, as it is a highly secluded place and the animal's home ground.
Shi Shuai and his two companions headed towards a ravine, which was overgrown with trees and was also the best hiding place for animals like leopards.
The moment the three entered the ravine, a leopard larger than an ox appeared before them.
The leopard had some huge fangs, a single horn on its head, stood on two hind legs, and its two front legs were like human hands, but with very long nails.
To be precise, it is a humanoid leopard that can walk upright on two legs, just like a human.
Upon seeing the mutated leopard, Mo Yanran's face turned deathly pale, as it was the first time she had ever seen such a monster.
"Damn it." Zhang Dong wasn't afraid when he saw the mutated leopard, but he was a little disappointed that they were the first to encounter it, instead of Gu Yu and Hei Yi.
"We've found a mutated leopard in the ravine," Zhang Dong said, his eyes darting around as he picked up the walkie-talkie. The mutated leopard, however, was sizing up the three of them, licking its lips with its tongue in a very strange manner.
Shi Shuai was puzzled by the mutated leopard's actions. It was clear that ambushes were the leopard's forte, yet this leopard chose to face them head-on.
There are generally two reasons for this behavior: either the leopard is stupid, or it possesses absolute strength and feels that they pose no threat.
"Instructor Shi, what should we do?" Mo Yanran asked Shi Shuai anxiously, somewhat frightened.
"Waiting for someone," Shi Shuai replied, looking warily at the leopard.
So the three of them and the leopard just stared at each other, neither of them making a move.
Upon hearing the voice from the walkie-talkie, Gu Yu and Hei Yi quickly rushed towards the ravine. They arrived in no time.
Gu Yu was stunned when he saw the mutated leopard in front of him. "Holy crap, no way!"
"What did you figure out?" Shi Shuai asked, seeing Gu Yu immediately swear upon his arrival.
"You noticed it too, didn't you?" Gu Yu said directly without explanation. The worst-case scenario had arrived. The mutated leopard was not just a high-level martial artist, but a grandmaster. Although the leopard did not release any gas, the terrifying aura emanating from its body was definitely not something a high-level martial artist should have.
"If we join forces, can we take it down?" Shi Shuai asked.
"It's uncertain." Gu Yu shook his head. If only one meridian is opened, it's worth a try. But if two meridians are opened, probably none of them present will escape.
"Aren't you very capable? Why are you scared?" Zhang Dong said at this moment. "If I were you, I would rush forward and prove myself."
"Idiot." Gu Yu only replied with two words. He wasn't stupid. Why would he act impulsively and fight with the leopard just because of a few words from Zhang Dong?
"You?" Zhang Dong was furious when he heard Gu Yu call him an idiot. He clenched his fists and was about to teach Gu Yu a lesson.
"Shut up," Shi Shuai snapped at Zhang Dong. What kind of time was this to be provoking Gu Yu?
"Instructor Shi, I just don't understand. What does he have? He's just a poor student. Why would you help him but not me?" Zhang Dong spoke his mind.
"I told you to shut up, didn't you hear me?" Shi Shuai was furious. Zhang Dong had no sense of propriety and no brains at all.
"It's just a mutated leopard belonging to a high-level martial artist. I'm also a high-level martial artist. You may be afraid, but I'm not." After saying that, Zhang Dong charged towards the mutated leopard.
"Wait." Shi Shuai tried to stop him, but Gu Yu instantly appeared beside him and blocked his way.
"you………"
“Instructor Shi, someone has to test the exact strength of this mutated leopard. It’s perfect that he’s going,” Gu Yu said. Although Shi Shuai was somewhat displeased, he held back. To test it was to risk one’s life.
Just as Zhang Dong approached the mutated leopard, a layer of gas appeared around the mutated leopard. The mutated leopard slapped one of its paws directly onto Zhang Dong's body. Zhang Dong immediately felt an irresistible force coming at him, making it difficult for him to breathe. Then, he was pressed to the ground by the mutated leopard's paw, and blood flowed from his seven orifices.
"Three meridians have been opened." Gu Yu's pupils contracted slightly. He sensed danger. This time, he had been thoroughly tricked by Mo Tai.
Upon hearing Gu Yu's words, Shi Shuai's expression also turned grim. He had initially thought it was just a casual matter, but he never expected that a mutated leopard of the Grandmaster level would appear in such a small place as Mocheng. It was unimaginable.
"Commander Mo, we need backup," Shi Shuai said into the walkie-talkie. "This leopard is a Grandmaster-level creature."
Motai, who was anxiously waiting for news outside, also changed his expression upon hearing this.
"Have someone bring over heavy weaponry immediately."
Motai said without hesitation, "I didn't want to make a big fuss, but now I have no choice. If I don't deal with the mutated leopard quickly, the surrounding villages and even the town will suffer. I don't care how I explain it afterward."
Zhang Dong, pinned to the ground by the leopard's claws, was beyond saving. His internal organs were shattered, and his eyes were filled with remorse. Why had he doubted Shi Shuai's judgment? Why had he provoked the mutated leopard? And that Mo Tai—he had clearly said the mutated leopard only had the strength of a high-level martial artist, what a lie! He hated it all! But it was too late; he could only accept death.
The mutated leopard continued to watch Gu Yu and his companions without making a move. However, Gu Yu knew very well that if they made any move, whether to flee or attack, the mutated leopard would charge at them.
"Black One, go." There has to be some action. He can't just sit and wait to die.
Upon receiving Gu Yu's order, Hei Yi instantly charged towards the mutated leopard.
Seeing the charging Black One, the mutated leopard's eyes narrowed, and in an instant, aura surrounded its body.
It could sense that Hei Yi was quite powerful.
boom………
The next second, Hei Yi was blasted away and fell to the ground some distance away, where he disappeared without a trace.
The leopard looked at Gu Yu and Shi Shuai with amusement, and even gave Mo Yanran a lewd glance before charging towards the three of them.
Faced with the mutated leopard that had opened three meridians, Gu Yu was completely unable to resist. Even though the opponent had opened sixty blood acupoints and its combat power had reached 2000N.
"Black One!" Gu Yu roared, and a black shadow appeared instantly. This time, it wasn't just Black One rushing forward; Gu Yu also charged forward.
The two of them unleashed their full power to meet the mutated leopard head-on.
boom………
With a violent collision, Gu Yu and Hei Yi were sent flying at the same time. The mutated leopard paused for a moment but was unharmed. At this moment, Shi Shuai, holding Mo Yanran, had already dodged away.
"You hurry up and leave. I'll help them hold off this mutated leopard." After saying that, Shi Shuai picked up a large wooden stick from the ground. It would be better to have some tools at this time.
Cough cough cough…
Gu Yu stood up, swaying slightly, his throat felt sweet, and he looked disheveled.
"1+1 equals 2 and 2 is indeed different."
The mutated leopard has a combat strength of 2,000, and he and Hei Yi together also have a combat strength of 2,000. When 2,000 people collide with 2,000 people, it should be a draw, but in the end, they were knocked away.
"Roar..." Seeing Mo Yanran fleeing, the mutated leopard roared and tried to give chase, but Shi Shuai swung his large wooden club and leaped down, smashing it down on her head.
The mutated leopard's pupils contracted, and with a swipe of its paw, a burst of gas shot out. The wooden stick in Shi Shuai's hand exploded the moment it touched the gas, and he was sent flying backward.
"Black One, charge!" Seeing this, Gu Yu twisted his neck and charged at the leopard again.
Before the two could even get close to the leopard, they were blasted away by the gas emanating from its body.
The mutated leopard appeared instantly in front of Mo Yanran as she fled, blocking her escape route.
The mutated leopard stuck out its tongue and licked its lips, its eyes gleaming with lust.
"Ah..." Mo Yanran, who was running away, was terrified when she saw the leopard suddenly placed in front of her.
"Damn it, the gas is being released outwards; we can't even get close," Shi Shuai said to Gu Yu.
"Fortunately, it only sees us as trash. If it had attacked with all its might, you and I would probably have died in less than three rounds," Gu Yu said, clutching his chest. He was quite shaken.
"What should we do?" Shi Shuai asked Gu Yu.
"This leopard is a leopard with a lustful nature," Gu Yu said, watching the leopard approaching Mo Yanran step by step in the distance.
With Mo Yanran's strength, the mutated leopard could have killed her with a single swipe of its paw, but the mutated leopard did not do so. Instead, it transformed its emitted gas into a blade of energy, tearing Mo Yanran's clothes.
At this moment, Mo Yanran was both ashamed and frightened. She wasn't stupid; she could tell what the mutated leopard was going to do just by looking into its eyes.
"Gu Yu, at this point, if you still have a solution, please tell me," Shi Shuai said to Gu Yu.
"That's enough." Gu Yu lowered his hand from his chest. "Three times the increase."
The changes in Gu Yu were not visible to outsiders, but Shi Shuai could sense that Gu Yu had become stronger, and by a significant margin.
"Combat power approaching 3300N." Gu Yu felt his suddenly increased power, his eyes gleaming.
Without hesitation, he moved and charged towards the mutated leopard. The triple boost could only last for three minutes, and he couldn't waste any time.
At this moment, the leopard was completely absorbed in Mo Yanran's beauty, and it didn't react for a moment when Gu Yu rushed over.
To be precise, it wasn't that it didn't react at all. In its eyes, the people in front of it couldn't cause it any significant harm. It didn't take them seriously at all, since it was releasing its aura at this moment, and their strength was simply not enough to break through it.
boom…………
The next second, the mutated leopard was sent flying backward, and one of its two large fangs broke off.
Looking at the figure in school uniform before her, though thin and even somewhat disheveled, he seemed incredibly tall and imposing in Mo Yanran's eyes at that moment. She had been utterly desperate, even contemplating biting her tongue to commit suicide rather than suffer the humiliation inflicted by the mutated leopard.
At this moment, Gu Yu could not afford to stop. He only had three minutes. If he couldn't defeat the leopard, they would be the ones to die. He moved again and appeared in front of the mutated leopard. His fist was small compared to the mutated leopard's head, but it contained great power.
Boom boom boom...
Gu Yu landed several punches on the mutated leopard's head, causing blood and flesh to splatter. The mutated leopard had lost its previous ferocity and only felt dizzy.
roar……
It struggled, and Gu Yu, who had been unilaterally beating it, felt a tremendous force emanating from the mutated leopard. His body was forced to fly backward, performing a backflip in the air. Gu Yu landed and took several steps back before regaining his balance.
The mutated leopard stood up, shaking its head. Although it looked disheveled, the anger in its eyes was chilling.
It never expected that the humans in front of it, who were originally weak, would suddenly become strong and even seriously injure it. It was somewhat annoyed and angry, annoyed that it should have killed these people in the first place.
Blood dripped down, and the mutated leopard released its aura, clearly preparing to unleash its full power. Its body suddenly moved with incredible speed, so fast that even Gu Yu, who was amplified three times, couldn't react in time. He was struck by the leopard and sent flying backward. As he flew backward, the mutated leopard pursued closely, its two front paws frantically pounding at Gu Yu, leaving him only able to cover his head and defend himself, utterly powerless to retaliate.
"Damn it, time is running out." Gu Yu was annoyed by the beating. If he could release his aura, he could directly knock the mutated leopard away. Unfortunately, he couldn't. Even though his combat strength was higher than the mutated leopard's, its speed was far superior to his, and it could also release its aura.
It's hard to fight back; he can only defend himself. Although it doesn't hurt him much now, once the triple amplification is over, he will surely die.
Just when Gu Yu was at his wit's end, a dozen or so people suddenly appeared, armed with rifles, and started firing wildly at the mutated leopard.
Despite the mutated leopard's ability to release gas, it had to be wary of the firepower suppression from thermal weapons, and with a swift movement, it actually levitated into the air.
A master! As long as the gas is released, one can levitate briefly or even fly a short distance.
Gu Yu finally caught his breath, but the mutated leopard in the air was not idle. The gas around it transformed into dozens of wind blades, attacking the group of people.
boom…………
Gu Yu was not afraid of the wind blades, but the soldiers with rifles were not. One by one, they were hit by the wind blades and lost their ability to fight.
Gu Yu moved swiftly, picked up a rifle from the ground, pulled the trigger, and fired at the mutated leopard hovering in the air.
Although the mutated leopard was agile on the ground, it was not so agile in the air. Despite its attempts to dodge, it was still hit by several bullets.
roar……
The mutated leopard roared, and countless wind blades swept towards Gu Yu. A few wind blades posed no threat to him, but if there were too many, he would have to dodge them; he wasn't invincible.
Just as he was dodging, the mutated leopard suddenly charged forward, its single horn aimed at his chest.
Gu Yu felt the threat of death. He suddenly held the rifle horizontally, but the rifle shattered the instant the unicorn touched it.
At this moment, Gu Yu felt a pang of regret. Why hadn't he gotten himself a suitable weapon first? If he had had a weapon, he could have killed the mutated leopard in that very instant.
When the unicorn's horn was only an inch from Gu Yu's chest, Gu Yu grabbed the mutated leopard's horn with both hands. The mutated leopard's body paused abruptly and stopped.
Gu Yu used both hands to lift the mutated leopard, but the next second he regretted it, because a terrifying power was coming from the horn.
A burst of gas erupted, instantly ripping apart Gu Yu's upper body clothing, sending him flying backward.
Standing up shakily, Gu Yu looked at the mutated leopard in front of him with a solemn expression. In his previous life, he had killed many mutated animals on Earth, and even alien races, but he had never suffered such a great loss.
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