Almighty Genius

Chapter 2019 - 1536: Crouching Tiger Grass!_2

"Not good..."Confirming this point, Qin Fang's expression turned grim, quickening his pace toward the location of the Crouching Tiger Grass.

Judging by the speed of the opponent's movement, this person was also a rather formidable expert. If a conflict were to arise, Qin Fang might not gain any advantage.

In this perilous maze, it's best to avoid conflict if possible; otherwise, it's very likely both could die here.

From Qin Fang's understanding of the arrangements on Devil's Island, the closer to the treasure, the more dangerous the hidden threats become.

Qin Fang feared not this opponent, but was concerned that while combating this enemy, he might unluckily fall victim to a trap, which would be quite regrettable.

That's why Qin Fang planned to acquire the Crouching Tiger Grass before the other party did... Once it's in Qin Fang's pocket, the other side could not hope to reclaim it.

After storing it in the Props Box, even a body search by the other party would not reveal the Crouching Tiger Grass's whereabouts... This was Qin Fang's plan.

However, plans are plans, but reality may not always follow Qin Fang's script...

Thud, thud, thud~~~

Just as Qin Fang was about to reach the Crouching Tiger Grass's location, a mechanism appeared in front of him, blocking his way. Sharp spikes shot out from the stone floor, their tips glowing with a venomous blue light.

Though Qin Fang wasn't afraid of poison, stepping on such spikes would still injure the feet...

Reluctantly slowing his pace, Qin Fang carefully weaved through the mechanism, which delayed him significantly.

"Damn it..."

This mechanized trap delayed him enough that when Qin Fang reached the Crouching Tiger Grass, another competitor had already arrived.

Both of their eyes were focused on that lone Crouching Tiger Grass, growing quietly in the corner of the maze, next to which ran a dark river...

The Crouching Tiger Grass stood there, resembling a crouching tiger, exuding a powerful aura.

Nonetheless, this was precisely the sign of the Crouching Tiger Grass's maturity, causing both Qin Fang and the competitor's eyes to light up.

Such Crouching Tiger Grass could be used directly in medicine, and if processed correctly, one might obtain the ultimate medicinal effect...

The Crouching Tiger Grass could indeed be used to brew the Tiger's Roar Pill but could also be used directly in medicine. Although the efficacy would diminish, for Grandmaster-level experts, it was still a rare medicinal herb, almost equivalent to one or two drops of Qin Fang's Golden Dragon Saliva...

With Golden Dragon Saliva, a superb spiritual medicine in hand, Qin Fang naturally didn't care much about the Crouching Tiger Grass's efficacy. However, he was a rare exception; others didn't have his fortune.

All these strong individuals have painstakingly emerged over time, valuing rare herbs immensely. At least, this person before him revealed profound greed and desire upon seeing the Crouching Tiger Grass...

This was a man in his forties, appearing Asian but clearly not from Dragon Country, seeming to originate from India judging by his looks, identified as A-San.

"Yoga expert..."

Seeing A-San, a strong warning surged in Qin Fang's heart. His Scouting Skill returned feedback: this was a yoga expert at the Grandmaster Mid-Stage level.

Feeling such a strong sense of crisis from Qin Fang, this person's strength was undoubtedly quite terrifying... At least, the speed at which this man reached here was telling.

However formidable the opponent might be, Qin Fang could not relinquish the Crouching Tiger Grass... for it was the primary ingredient for refining the Tiger's Roar Pill.

The Tiger's Roar Pill was crucial for Qin Fang to accelerate his progress to the Grandmaster Mid-Stage, though it may not guarantee direct advancement, it would significantly shorten the time.

Time is money!

This was true for Qin Fang as well; facing increasingly powerful enemies, speeding up his cultivation was even more essential.

While most martial artists advance steadily over years or decades, sudden rapid improvement, though swiftly enhancing strength, could lead to uncontrollable hazards, many experts facing tremendous harm from such growth spurts.

Incidents like going berserk are quite common...

Due to personal reasons, Qin Fang didn't have to worry about the risks of rapid advancement; he just needed to boost his strength as much as possible.

This Crouching Tiger Grass was crucial for Qin Fang's advancement to the Grandmaster Mid-Stage, and he naturally didn't want to give it up.

Glimpsing at A-San, Qin Fang slightly shifted his steps, focusing on the Crouching Tiger Grass, prepared to utilize his advantage in Light Body Technique to secure the plant.

"Get lost!"

However, A-San seemed to have noticed this beforehand, shifted his steps slightly, directly blocking Qin Fang's path, and cursed in his broken English.