Battle Through the Heavens: Live Q&a Session - Only I Know the Answers

186: Chapter 185 The Strange Flame AwakensChen Yang knew well that with his strength, forcibly subduing the Three Thousand Burning Flame would not be difficult, but he still decided to proceed with caution.

He thought of Zi Yan and the possible connection between the Void Ancient Dragon Clan and this Heavenly Flame.

Therefore, he specifically asked Zi Yan for the Dragon Seal. After all, it was highly likely that the previous owner of this flame was left behind by a member of the Void Ancient Dragon Clan, and having the Dragon Seal might make the subduing process smoother and avoid unnecessary trouble.

Chen Yang arrived at the Pill Tower. Tall stone pillars pierced the clouds, and strange runes shimmered on the walls, emitting a faint light.

He saw Xuan Kongzi talking enthusiastically with Xiao Yan; both had focused expressions on their faces.

Chen Yang was somewhat surprised. He thought, wasn’t it said that ten people were participating in the subduing of the Heavenly Flame?

Why was only Xiao Yan here at this moment?

Even if Cao Ying and Dan Chen didn’t come for some reason, others should have come, right? Did they not want this precious Heavenly Flame anymore?

When Xuan Kongzi saw Chen Yang walk in, a smile immediately appeared on his face, a smile that carried a touch of friendliness and appreciation.

He stopped his conversation with Xiao Yan and turned to Chen Yang, saying, ”Brother Chen Yang, only you and Xiao Yan are entering the starry sky today; everyone else has been scared off by your strength.”

There was a hint of teasing in Xuan Kongzi’s voice, but it also revealed his recognition of Chen Yang’s strength.

Hearing Xuan Kongzi’s words, Chen Yang suddenly realized.

It turned out that after everyone learned he could refine a Ninth Grade Pill, they deduced his strength was at least a Half-Saint, perhaps even reaching the realm of a Dou Sheng.

In their view, competing for the Heavenly Flame against such a powerhouse was undoubtedly overestimating their own capabilities; it was no different from seeking death.

Therefore, everyone resolutely gave up this opportunity; they did not want to lose their lives or face in this competition where there was no chance of winning.

”Alright, everyone is here, so let us go together.”

Xuan Kongzi looked at Xiao Yan and Chen Yang, speaking calmly.

His voice carried a sense of composure and confidence, as if everything was under his control.

Xiao Yan and Chen Yang looked at each other, a trace of determination and anticipation flashing in both their eyes.

They nodded and took a step forward simultaneously, standing beside Xuan Kongzi.

Xuan Kongzi raised his hand, and instantly, powerful spatial energy surged from his palm like a rushing tide, tightly wrapping around the bodies of Xiao Yan and Chen Yang.

As the spatial energy flowed, Xiao Yan and Chen Yang felt the scenery before them flash, their bodies seemingly pulled by an invisible force, shuttling through a tunnel of time and space.

In the blink of an eye, they were instantly placed in a vast, boundless starry sky.

This starry sky was mysterious and beautiful. Countless stars shimmered with dazzling light, some brilliant and eye-catching, others dim and faint. They were like gems embedded in a black curtain, exuding endless charm.

And not far from them, a giant purple dragon was sleeping.

The giant dragon’s body was massive, winding and coiling like a towering mountain.

The stars in the sky emitted endless starlight. This starlight flashed in sync with the purple scales on the giant dragon, as if summoned by some mysterious power, continuously gathering on the dragon’s body.

And this giant dragon was the embodiment of the Three Thousand Burning Flame.

”This is the Three Thousand Burning Flame. With the gathering of star power over these years, the strength of this Heavenly Flame has greatly increased, and it is now equivalent to the peak Dou Zun realm.”

Xuan Kongzi looked at the Three Thousand Burning Flame, his tone full of emotion.

In his eyes, there was both awe for the powerful strength of this Heavenly Flame and a sigh for the passage of time.

”If I hadn’t broken through to the Dou Sheng level, wanting to imprison this Heavenly Flame would simply have been wishful thinking.”

He shook his head slightly, as if recalling the difficult days of the past.

Xuan Kongzi recalled his own experience. From the moment he became one of the Dan Ta Three Giants, guarding the Three Thousand Burning Flame, which was sealed in the depths of the starry sky and sleeping, became his life’s mission.

When he first saw this Heavenly Flame, he also had doubts: ”The Pill Tower has so many experts, why not subdue it instead of sealing it in the starry sky and forcibly making this Heavenly Flame sleep?”

At that time, he had just inherited the position of one of the Three Giants, young and vigorous, full of confidence in his own strength. But when he tried to subdue this Heavenly Flame, he discovered its terrifying nature.

Even for a Dou Sheng, it was basically impossible to subdue it without having the same aura as the previous owner of this Heavenly Flame.

As the strength of the Heavenly Flame increased, the sealing cycle gradually shortened from once every few decades to once every few years, which put great pressure on Xuan Kongzi and everyone in the Pill Tower.

However, after Xuan Kongzi broke through to the Dou Sheng level, he used his powerful strength and profound cultivation technique to set the strongest seal. If this Heavenly Flame wanted to break through, it would take at least decades or even a hundred years of absorbing star power to have a chance.

Now, looking at Chen Yang and Xiao Yan, he secretly hoped that perhaps these two could break this long-standing stalemate and successfully subdue this mysterious and powerful Heavenly Flame.

”Xiao Yan, you go first.”

Xuan Kongzi turned his head slightly, his gaze lingering on Chen Yang for a moment before looking at Xiao Yan, speaking calmly and with a flat tone.

”Xiao Yan, when the time comes, you only need to place your hand on the top of the giant dragon’s head and carefully feel its aura. If the Heavenly Flame does not resist, then you have a chance to subdue it. But if the Heavenly Flame resists, you must withdraw your hand in time and leave there quickly.”

Xuan Kongzi paused slightly, a glimmer of gravity flashing in his eyes as he added, ”This Heavenly Flame is completely different from others; it has an owner and has an extremely strong recognition of its owner. It is by no means easy for others to subdue it.”

After speaking, Xuan Kongzi waved his hand gently, ”Alright, I will not say anything more. Go and give it a try.”

After hearing Xuan Kongzi’s words, Xiao Yan looked focused and nodded earnestly. He slowly raised his head and looked at the giant dragon, which was massive and winding in the vast starry sky. In his eyes, endless shock surged instantly.

The giant dragon exuded a mysterious and powerful aura, as if telling of its extraordinary nature.

Xiao Yan took a deep breath, calmed the excitement and tension in his heart, and slowly walked forward.

Every step he took was steady and firm, as if stepping through the void under his feet, making a slight sound.

Coming to the side of the giant dragon formed by the Three Thousand Burning Flame, Xiao Yan tilted his head slightly, sized up this awe-inspiring existence again, and then slowly reached out his hand, placing it gently on the dragon’s head.

As soon as his palm touched the dragon’s head, he felt a scorching and violent force rushing towards him like a surging tide.

Xiao Yan did not dare to be the least bit negligent; he slowly closed his eyes and immersed himself in it with his whole heart.

He circulated the Flame Mantra within his body, the cultivation technique flowing rapidly through his meridians, each cycle of operation driving the surging Dou Qi within him.

He carefully felt the aura of the Heavenly Flame, trying to establish some connection with it. In his heart, he was full of hope and anticipation.

He knew well that it was difficult for others to subdue this Heavenly Flame, but he firmly believed that he might be able to.

After all, the cultivation technique he practiced was a top-tier technique from the Major Thousand Worlds, specifically created for devouring Heavenly Flames; this was his unique advantage.