The Right Protector led a long column of Black Dragon Empire soldiers, consisting of tens of thousands of troops. They moved toward the South, where the Southern Emperor was hiding. Their mission was to crush the enemy before they could become a serious threat to their lord’s power."No one is to return until we reach the South. No exceptions," The Right Protector said coldly, his eyes staring ahead without a hint of doubt.The army was filled with dark power, infused with demonic energy by the Black Dragon Emperor. They marched in silence, their expressions rigid and their eyes terrifying. Above them, thick black clouds seemed to follow their every step.However, their journey was not as smooth as expected. On the first night, as they passed through a dense forest with towering trees that symbolize death, an unexpected attack occurred. From behind the thin mist that veiled the trees, golden figures emerged.One of the soldiers behind The Right Protector suddenly whispered, "My lord,
The sky above the city of the Eastern Empire appeared dark, with swirling black clouds as if filled with unspoken anger. A thin mist covered the muddy ground, a result of the rain that had fallen since the night before. The cold air cut through the skin, and the sound of the wind's howling accompanied the rhythm of thousands of strong men dressed in the robes of the Divine Servant, moving like the wind.They were the inhabitants of the Great God Temple, now rushing towards the gates of the Eastern Empire, one of the great nations that had fallen into the hands of the Black Dragon Emperor.At the front of the procession, Priest Kaiming, an old man in a white robe adorned with sacred symbols, led calmly. Despite being over seventy years old, every movement of his was filled with authority, and his eyes shone with passion and wisdom.On the shoulders of this powerful elder rested the heavy burden of being the sect leader of the Divine Temple, but he marched unflinchingly, answering the c
The clashing of weapons echoed across the battlefield. Amidst the pouring rain, the roars of both sides reverberated, fighting against the thunder that rumbled in the skies. The battle between the warriors led by Priest Kaiming and the forces of the Eastern Empire, commanded by the Emperor installed by the Black Dragon Emperor, raged on.His name was Jiang Bu, a notorious figure who had long hidden in the shadows. The Black Dragon Emperor summoned him and successfully brought him under his control. The old man, known as the Demon Crow, was made the Eastern Emperor because, in the eastern regions, his abilities were unmatched.Priest Kaiming stood at the front lines, swinging his sacred staff, which emitted golden flashes of light. Every movement not only defended but also healed and protected the warriors fighting beside him.With permission from the elders of the Divine Temple Sect, the staff had been brought out from its place of storage. Each time the staff spun, a sacred glow crea
The Black Dragon Emperor stood arrogantly, his gaze filled with pride. The strong night wind fluttered his black robes. All eyes were fixed on him, trapped in the aura of darkness he exuded. The atmosphere suddenly fell silent. No one moved, as if time itself had stopped in his presence.His sudden appearance, hovering above the ground, filled everyone with both awe and dread, especially those on Priest Kaiming’s side. They felt as though death had come to claim them at that very moment."Listen carefully!" the Black Dragon Emperor’s voice echoed, cold and filled with restrained anger. "I will give you one last chance! Bow before me, surrender to the power of darkness, or you will all perish without a trace."He raised one hand into the air, his eyes gleaming as a flow of mystical energy began swirling around him. In the distance, a small mountain stood tall behind the battlefield, veiled in smoke and fog.With a simple wave of his hand, an invisible force shot toward the mountain. Fo
The Black Dragon Emperor, his gaze sharp and filled with fury, looked at the young man now standing before him. The wind blew fiercely, billowing his long black robe, but it did not shake his tense posture in the slightest. The dark energy surrounding him trembled, as if sensing the great threat from a powerful force of light.“Liong Yun!” roared the Black Dragon Emperor, his voice booming, full of shock mixed with rage. “You... how are you still alive?”Those words echoed among the warriors and soldiers watching. They all stared at Liong Yun in astonishment. It had been widely rumored that the young warrior, once full of promise, had died at the hands of the Black Dragon Emperor some time ago.The Black Dragon Emperor clenched his fists, his fingers trembling with anger. “I saw him die with my own eyes! There’s no way he could come back... How is this possible?” He muttered in disbelief, his eyes flashing with deep hatred.Liong Yun, calm and composed, smiled faintly. His handsome fa
The Left Guardian stood frozen, his once fiery hands now clutching at emptiness. His eyes widened in disbelief. "What just happened?" he thought.He stared at the young man before him, his opponent. There was no sign of movement or exertion. He simply floated in the air, his body radiating a brilliant white light—not a light of power, but a pure glow, like that of the sun.Liong Yun merely gave a faint smile. He then closed his eyes for a brief moment and exhaled slowly. "That's enough," he murmured softly, his voice like a gentle breeze sweeping across the battlefield, yet carrying an unmistakable firmness.The young man simply flicked the sleeve of his right arm in a simple gesture, but its impact was unimaginable.Boom!In an instant, the bodies of the Left Guardian and Devil Crow disintegrated into particles of light. There were no screams, no loud explosions, just a soft yet deadly flash of light. The two were erased from this world, like dust scattered by the wind.They left no
Flashes of lightning splitting the sky illuminated two figures battling in midair, like gods testing the limits of nature’s power. Liong Yun and the Black Dragon Emperor clashed with speed and force in a titanic battle, shaking both heaven and earth.The Black Dragon Emperor, wielding the Demon Dragon Sword, attacked Liong Yun with all his might and abilities. Each slash of his sword left a black trail in the air, as if tearing through space and time.The explosions of darkness he created unleashed waves of energy so powerful that the ground below cracked. A storm of darkness engulfed the battlefield, sweeping away everything in its path."Die, boy!" the Black Dragon Emperor shouted with uncontrollable rage. His Demon Dragon Sword struck fiercely, with every slash seemingly ready to cleave the sky.Yet, despite the overwhelming destruction, Liong Yun remained unscathed. His movements appeared simple, but with a single step, he effortlessly evaded each attack. His body radiated a brill
Dragon Emperor, filled with rage, unleashed all his power and attacked Liong Yun. The young man effortlessly evaded the first strike. Each clash of their energy caused a thunderous shockwave.Above them, storm clouds blanketed the sky. The battle between Liong Yun and the Black Dragon Emperor reached a tense climax. The Black Dragon Sword in the Emperor's hand glowed a deep black, absorbing the darkness from the entire battlefield. Every slash radiated a force that cracked the ground, destroyed distant mountains, and made the sky grow increasingly ominous.Liong Yun remained calm in midair, his body glowing with an ever brighter light, countering the darkness emanating from his opponent's sword. Lightning struck all around them, fiercely hitting the ground as if the very elements were trembling at this battle that surpassed the limits of ordinary men.The Black Dragon Emperor charged forward, his sword slashing towards Liong Yun with enough power to obliterate mountains. One of the sl
They were the Divine Hands Deity, the Sword Lightning Deity, and the White Tiger King. Without hesitation, the three joined Lin Lian Xue's side to face the remaining Four Dragon Protectors. With their arrival, the attacks that once threatened lives were now countered with equally ferocious strikes.The tide of battle began to turn. In mere moments, Lin Lian Xue delivered a decisive blow to the Southern Dragon, causing him to collapse with labored breaths before finally succumbing to his injuries. The remaining three Dragon Protectors began to falter against the relentless attacks of these formidable warriors.Amid the chaos of battle, the Black Dragon Emperor, witnessing the destruction of his army, could no longer contain his fury. With a face flushed in rage, he lunged toward Lin Lian Xue, determined to end her life. “How dare you!” he roared in hatred.However, just before the Black Dragon Emperor could reach Lin Lian Xue, a dazzling white light sliced through his path, accompanied
The awaited morning finally arrived, the ninth day of the fifth month. The skies above the Northern Empire’s border were gray, as if nature itself felt the tension between the two sides about to engage in a life-and-death battle.The combined forces of the Southern and Eastern Empires, led by the Master of Dragon Island, moved forward in neat formations. In the distance, they saw the Black Dragon Empire’s army, already prepared across the valley, led directly by the Black Dragon Emperor and his four Dragon Guardians—a newly formed rank after many sect leaders had been killed by Liong Yun.The Black Dragon Empire’s troops lined up with discipline. The soldiers, clad in black robes and menacing masks, were accompanied by dark art practitioners infamous for their ruthlessness and willingness to sacrifice lives. Loud cheers echoed from their ranks, as if to shake the courage of their opponents.Standing on a small hill, the Master of Dragon Island observed both sides preparing for battle.
Two days later, the forces of the Eastern Empire and the Southern Empire arrived at the border of the Northern Imperial City. The thunderous sound of thousands of soldiers marching shattered the stillness of the cold morning at the border. Amidst the formation, figures who symbolized hope moved with composed confidence.The Southern Emperor, accompanied by General Guo and the Master of Dragon Island, personally led his troops, while on the other side, the charismatic Eastern Emperor advanced with his strongest generals.The Southern Emperor, with his charisma and experience as a ruler, exuded authority, while the Eastern Emperor, who was once a legendary warrior, displayed his prowess. Two great leaders, commanding massive forces, prepared to launch an assault against the Black Dragon Empire.Aware of the high risk of conflict between these two massive armies, which could prove disastrous for both sides, the Southern Emperor and Eastern Emperor agreed to hold a meeting.In the midst o
With the strength he had unleashed up to half of his power, Lo Hao struck the ground with a powerful fist, and a violent tremor immediately spread, creating large cracks that crept toward Lin Lian Xue. The surrounding trees trembled, and some ancient roots emerged from the earth, making the battlefield even more chaotic.Lin Lian Xue avoided the cracks with an agile leap, but Lo Hao was already in front of her, ready to slash her with a hand that had now transformed into sharp black claws.The clash between Lo Hao's claws and Lin Lian Xue's sword sparked a blinding flash of energy. The air around them hissed as if burning, emitting sparks from their relentless battle.Each of Lin Lian Xue's moves, clad in a light resembling a dragon's shadow, aimed at Lo Hao's vital points. However, Lo Hao was now not only defending; he began launching counterattacks that were even more ferocious. "This is the end of the bloodline of the Dragon Sky Warrior!" he shouted, throwing a powerful punch that
The darkness of the forest surrounding Lin Lian Xue grew denser, as if cloaked in a mysterious mist that enveloped the trees and made each step feel heavy. Ancient trees with roots that sprawled like living creatures lurked, and the typically tranquil sounds of the night now echoed with strange vibrations, as if the forest was breathing in a sinister rhythm.Lin Lian Xue continued to move nimbly, following the dark figure she had chased from the camp, but slowly she realized she had strayed far from the imperial army.Suddenly, the figure stopped in the middle of the forest, right in a clearing dimly lit by moonlight. There, he stood tall, dressed in rough attire made of black fur mixed with blood. His face was hard and fierce, his lips curling into a smile that revealed fanged teeth."Welcome to my abode, sweet lady," he said with a deep voice that echoed in the darkness. "Surrender, and you will live happily as my wife. Or..." His words hung in the air, full of threat.Lin Lian Xue
The great army of the Southern Empire continued its march northward. Thousands of brave soldiers marched together under the fluttering banners bearing the golden tiger emblem, the symbol of the Southern Empire's strength and courage.Amidst the army stood the imposing figure of Great General Guo, firmly mounted on his horse. His sharp eyes gazed ahead as if foreseeing every obstacle they would face. His large, muscular body radiated the aura of a formidable leader, with a face that seemed prepared to face anything for the safety of the world.Beside him was the Master of Dragon Island, an elderly man with white hair who remained robust and dignified. His face was resolute, with eyes that exuded the calmness of a warrior who had faced many battles. His daughter, a beautiful swordswoman with a resolute spirit matching her father’s, accompanied him, holding the family heirloom sword entrusted to her since childhood. Her face was stern but conveyed a hidden care, especially for the fate o
A golden shadow moved swiftly, darting between the trees like lightning slicing through the night. The Divine Hands Master, an old martial world figure with incredible speed, moved with one purpose. The Nameless Haunted Valley, where the young and mighty Liong Yun resided with his loyal followers.The valley was shrouded in deadly poisonous mist, filled with natural traps and ferocious beasts. But for the Divine Hands Master, none of these were obstacles. His speed was unstoppable, leaving a golden trail in the emptiness.Upon reaching the Haunted Valley, the Divine Hands Master immediately entered the residence of his master. Liong Yun, a young man with a handsome face, a firm jaw, and thick eyebrows resembling eagle wings, sat atop a jade stone with an air of authority. He appeared more like a learned scholar than someone from the rough world of martial arts.A gentle smile graced his lips, but his gaze was cold and sharp, displaying an unshakeable calmness. Behind his serene appear
That night, the atmosphere in the Northern and Western regions of the Black Dragon Empire’s territory turned menacing. The usually calm night wind now felt bone chilling, accompanied by dark shadows flitting in every corner of the villages.Many of the residents were terrified. Panicked screams could be heard everywhere, while the campfires in the middle of the villages flickered under the cold moonlight."My child! Please! Where is my child?" An old woman ran around crying in front of her empty house."He just went out this morning! How could he have disappeared?" an old man whispered to his neighbor, trembling. "Others have disappeared too. A few other young men are also missing.""This must be the work of demons!" his neighbor replied, pale-faced. "I heard from the neighboring village that three young men disappeared the same way! No trace, just a black mist left behind. Those who vanished all share the same trait they were all born on the first day of the seventh month.""Oh gods.
Liong Chen nodded, his voice still cold. “Not just any blood. The Black Dragon Emperor requires the blood of a hundred young men to be taken within two days.”The right protector fell silent for a moment, his face tense. “A hundred young men in two days? In our current situation? Our power is already fragmented after the last war!”“If not,” continued Liong Chen, disregarding the complaint, “his strength will never fully recover. And when that happens, the Black Dragon Empire will lose its leader forever.”The right protector furrowed his brows even deeper. “Without the Emperor, we will be destroyed... All his followers will perish.”“You know what needs to be done,” Liong Chen said sharply, his gaze full of pressure.“I will arrange everything,” replied the right protector firmly, although his mind was in turmoil.After the Right Protector left the room, Liong Chen remained beside the Black Dragon Emperor, his eyes observing the ruler’s weakened body. “A hundred lives—that’s all that