This was really beyond Zhang Mu's expectations.

What was there on his body that was worthy of this second-level white tiger's attention? He had never had any contact with it. At most, he just saw it from a distance. Zhang Mu was sure that the white tiger did not see him at that time.

In this situation, what on earth was it about him that allowed such a white tiger, which was considered to be both intelligent and brave among mutant beasts, to surround Luoyang City for such a long time.

It couldn't be his own flesh, could it? His flesh wasn't Tang Monk's flesh, so it couldn't make him immortal. And that wasn't right either. If it was his own flesh, the white tiger would have launched an attack long ago. Why would it wait until now?

Zhang Mu really couldn't figure it out, so he asked Baihu tentatively, "What on earth is it?"

The four-meter-tall white tiger, which was one meter taller than a building, looked at Zhang Mu's body with eyes fixed on its prey, or more precisely, at his left arm.

Zhang Mu followed Bai Hu's gaze, looked at his arm, and suddenly came to his senses.

It turned out that the white tiger wanted it. No wonder, everything made sense now. When I lured the tigers out, I used the vine cage of the blood vine lotus and killed more than ten first-level mutant tigers. Naturally, traces were left at the scene, so it was normal for the white tiger to notice it.

But what use does the white tiger have for the blood vine lotus? Mutant beasts need mutant plants?

Zhang Mu's mind moved, and he directly summoned the Blood Vine Lotus, which surrounded him. It seemed that it sensed that Zhang Mu and the others were in danger, and surrounded Zhang Mu and the Obsidian Worm together.

If Zhang Mu hadn't controlled it, the Blood Vine Lotus would have already pounced towards the White Tiger. Except for those with Zhang Mu's scent, all other flesh and blood creatures are its food. It doesn't care what the other party is, whether it is first-level or second-level. Its instinct is to devour all flesh and blood that is rich in energy, naturally including the White Tiger.

"You really have the essence of wood." Bai Hu's voice suddenly sounded, looking at the blood vine lotus on Zhang Mu's body, as if he was admiring a perfect work of art.

The origin of wood?

What is this thing? How come he never knew that the Blood Vine Lotus had this name? His later self had no memory of this either, and he had always thought that the Blood Vine Lotus was just a domineering mutant plant.

Zhang Mu met the white tiger's gaze and said, "It is a blood vine lotus. What does the origin of wood mean?"

Baihu retracted his gaze, looked towards Zhang Mu's face and said, "You call it blood

Lotus vine? That does make sense, but what you see is only the surface. Its greatest power is not that simple.

That time you killed my tiger clan, I was angry only because of the shame of these tigers being killed by humans.

But I sensed the faint scent of the origin of wood lingering in their corpses, so I chased them here. Besieging the city is also a very bad idea.

When you released the origin just now, I finally confirmed that it was really it. This power is not something you can control, it can only backfire on your body. Let's make a deal, hand over the origin to me, and I will leave this place."

After listening to everything, Zhang Mu realized that there were so many things he didn't know, such as the White Tiger and the Blood Vine Lotus, the origin of wood. This was not the first time someone had told him to give up the Blood Vine Lotus. The Epoch Merchants in Xi'an City had warned Zhang Mu to stay away from the Blood Vine Lotus when conducting Epoch Transactions.

It was because of his memories from later lives that Zhang Mu took out the blood vine lotus from the big Buddha. He knew that the blood vine lotus would backfire on its owner, but he originally thought that there would be no problem as long as he fed the blood vine lotus. Now it seems that things are not as simple as he originally thought. They have become complicated and have involved areas that he does not understand at all.

"Bloodvine lotus is my partner. It has saved me many times. I will not give up on it."

Zhang Mu looked at Baihu with determination, but what he thought in his heart was not as righteous as what he said. Since someone as strong as Baihu wanted to get the Blood Vine Lotus so much, then its effect must be much greater than originally estimated.

Although the Blood Vine Lotus is still at the first level, it is of great help to Zhang Mu.

Opportunities and risks coexist, and Zhang Mu will not give up this great help just because of being scared.

What he needed to know now was more information about the Blood Vine Lotus, the origin of wood. He was just trying to trick Baihu into saying it in a more high-sounding way.

The white tiger moved its front legs and moved closer to Zhang Mu, completely ignoring the obsidian worm's warning. The obsidian worm did not act rashly under Zhang Mu's command and just let the white tiger get closer.

"You don't want to live anymore, I just don't want to do it, so I patiently explain to you."

As the distance got closer, Baihu's deep voice exploded in Zhang Mu's ears like thunder, and lingered for a long time.

When Zhang Mu looked into the tiger's eyes, which were as big as his head, he lost the slightest bit of nervousness and returned to his ruffian look.

He stood upright on the obsidian worm's carapace, unleashing all the aura of a second-level evolver and releasing it wantonly. It overlapped with the aura of the obsidian worm, becoming one with it and becoming even more powerful.

He replied to Baihu in a clear and melodious voice, "It's called the Obsidian Worm, a second-level wind-attributed mutant beast. My name is Zhang Mu, a second-level human evolver. I'm sure you've discovered it early on. Besides, I still have the Blood Vine Lotus you desire. Don't forget that it also has attack capabilities, not just for show."

No matter how strong you are, we can't defeat you. Are you sure you can keep us here?

If it is possible, why haven't you done it yet? Everything you are doing now is because you don't have absolute confidence to keep me, Zhang Mu?

Do you think what I said is true or not? Comrade Baihu, who has a strong sense of traditional Chinese culture. "

In the confrontation with Baihu, Zhang Mu did not lose momentum at all, and his tone gradually became more intense.

The white tiger stared at Zhang Mu for a while, without seeing any bluffing on Zhang Mu's face. Instead, it showed a very human smile, and then its body retreated back to its original position.

"You are definitely not an ordinary person among humans. You are right. In my current state, I cannot keep you and this second-order mutant insect. However, you can leave. Can your people in the city behind you leave? My herd can continue to surround you here, and I can even tell your people in the city that I will give up the siege as long as you hand over what I need."

What do you think your people will think and do when the time comes? "

Seeing Baihu's smile, Zhang Mu also smiled, laughing at Baihu's ignorance, and said loudly, "I didn't expect that you, a tiger, are so insidious."

"It's a pity that you and I are of the same kind."

"My tribe? Are they worthy? Even if I kill them all, what does it have to do with me, Zhang Mu? I can leave anytime I want. This is the way the world is. Do you think I don't understand the principle of keeping a low profile? Why should I sacrifice myself for the life and death of others? It's not just you mutants, the human society is also naked."

I thought you were so smart, but you are just stupid. "

After listening to Zhang Mu's arrogant words, Baihu restrained his facial expression and fell into silence.

Now it is a psychological game between Zhang Mu and Bai Hu. The more afraid they are of something, the more disdainful they should act.

(End of this chapter)