Shrouding the Heavens

Chapter 526: Chapter 531 The Burial Ground of the Ruthless

“The divine medicine is right in front of us, damn it, yet we cannot approach!” The big black dog grumbled.

If it were not for the protective Array Patterns from the Void Emperor, they would have long been unable to withstand it; their bones and flesh would have shattered under the terrifying killing intent of the ancient coffin.

Even the Black Emperor, Ye Fan, and the Fighting Saint Ape felt helpless. Having made it this far, they were unwilling to retreat.

Could it be the corpse of an ancient Great Emperor inside the coffin… The big black dog thought of this possibility and shivered with a chill.

The vermillion ancient coffin lay across the void, buried by many Divine Source Blocks. The breath of Ancient Desolation rushed at them, making them feel as if they were on the earth of ancient times.

In a daze, ancient woods soared to the sky, while wild dragons and primordial creatures roamed freely. The vast earth was filled with the smoke of wars and endless battlefields in the Great Wilderness, until an ancient Great Emperor finally emerged to pacify the Eight Desolates.

The big black dog jumped as if someone had stepped on his bald tail, saying, “Take a careful look to see if there’s any mark! Could it really be a Great Emperor?!”

At this moment, he was trembling, filled with fear, and felt an urge to flee, being deeply wary and terrified of the ancient Great Emperors.

There are no markings… Ye Fan murmured to himself as they circled the ancient coffin from a distance, not finding a single clue.

“No worries. Ancient Great Emperors are all dead. Regardless of who he was, there’s no need to fear.” The big black dog forced himself to stay calm, cheering himself up.

In the current age, neither Ancient Emperors nor the ancient Great Emperors of the human race existed any longer. After calming down, although they still felt apprehensive, they were not as fearful.

Ye Fan, the Black Emperor, and the Fighting Saint Ape each extended their divine scans cautiously, trying to fathom what was inside.

However, they almost simultaneously shivered, their faces turning deathly pale. The invisible killing intent seemed capable of shattering even divine senses, almost destroying their divine scans.

Unable to probe inside, they could only close their eyes and perceive the Qi Mechanism it emanated, using it to deduce everything within the vermillion coffin.

“Father…”

Who knows how much time passed, but the monkey suddenly cried out, his face full of shock. He was extremely excited, his body trembling.

He saw the old Fighting Holy Ape lying quietly in the ancient coffin, unmoving, the supreme majesty of an Ancient Emperor filling the space.

“The Beginless Great Emperor!”

At the same time, the Black Emperor also exclaimed, his expression one of utter shock, his bell-like eyes wide open, also trembling.

They had respectively seen a Sacred Emperor and an ancient emperor; all were speechless and dumbfounded, sensing their distinct Qi Mechanisms.

“Why are the visions different?” The monkey wondered.

The ancient corpse inside the coffin could even affect a person’s Heart Spirit, evoking emotions of reverence and longing, compelling people to regard it with awe and fear.

“Brat, what did you see?” the Black Emperor asked.

Ye Fan opened his eyes and said, “I only saw primal chaos, nothing else. There is no corpse within.”

There were three different results. They looked at each other, then combined their divine scans to perceive carefully, finally revealing surprised expressions.

Inside the ancient coffin was half a corpse, seemingly severed by someone. It was sprinkled with blood, its bones stark and gleaming, as though it had been newly placed there.

“Is this the real truth?”

After repeated confirmations, they could only see a vague half-corpse, which had been cold for many years and was without a trace of life.

“None of the ancient Great Emperors survived…” The Black Emperor sighed deeply, silent for a long time.

“What are you trying to say?” Ye Fan asked.

“The Million Dragon Nest, a place that plumbed the very depths of cosmic mysteries, yet it held only a corpse, offering no suspense. All the ancient Great Emperors had perished,” the Black Emperor lamented.

“The fate of the human race’s Great Emperors and the Ancient Emperors is the same!” the Fighting Saint Ape also sighed.

The Black Emperor’s expression was complex as he stared at the True Dragon Immortal Medicine, pondering continually as if contemplating many things.

The ancient Great Emperors never met each other; when one returned to dust, another would be born, a fact that left many with regret.

The Ancient Emperors were the same. Almost never were two such ancient emperors born in the same era; they all appeared in different ages, making comparisons difficult.

“Non Gongzheng has entered too!” Ye Fan’s eyelid twitched; he sensed a warning in his heart.

At the Million Dragon Nest entrance, a man with snowy white hair and an imposing stature disappeared with each step, appearing in an Ancient Cave. It was the human race sovereign, Non Gongzheng.

“No worries. The Array Patterns of the Void Emperor are special. I’ve already activated them, hidden in the void. He won’t discover us,” the Black Emperor said.

“We should avoid him for now,” Ye Fan suggested.

“Alright. Time is of the essence. Let’s enter deeper into the True Dragon’s old nest to find Immortal Treasures.” The Black Emperor almost turned back with every step, staring at the True Dragon Immortal Medicine, though there was nothing he could do.

Non Gongzheng rushed towards the vermillion ancient coffin, his purpose clear. Yet, he was unable to approach, stopping with every step. Strong as he was, bloody marks still appeared on his skin.

Nevertheless, he did not give up but, with iron determination, advanced towards the ancient coffin, wanting to draw near.

His heart is as strong as iron; he is willing to die to approach the ancient coffin. Does he want to pick the Undying Divine Medicine, or is he rushing for what’s inside the coffin? Ye Fan marveled.

No problem. He cannot approach. Continuing down this path will surely cost him his life. The Black Emperor felt assured.

They advanced several miles. Ancient Caves appeared in clusters, and the Dragon Nest was vast beyond compare. In this process, they encountered another Great Divine Source Block, with a white-haired elder sealed inside.

Though seemingly tranquil, it caused shivers; it was as if the elder within the Divine Source Block encompassed a vast galaxy, capable of destroying this world!

“Odawokumi…” Suddenly, a voice sounded behind them.

“Damn it, what gibberish!” The Black Emperor muttered. He then stiffened, came to his senses, and slowly turned to look. Undoubtedly, an Ancient creature had discovered them; that was a language from Ancient Times.

Ye Fan also felt his heart pounding as he turned around to look. Only the monkey remained calm.

From a dragon-shaped Ancient Cave, a boy of about eleven or twelve emerged. Though human in appearance, he was covered in purple scales, his eyes bright and carrying a hint of naivety.

A purple vertical eye was on his forehead, emitting a clear radiance. It was precisely this eye that allowed him to see through the Void Space Array Patterns and notice them.

“Aruda Guxi…” The boy stepped out of the cave and continued to speak.

“What’s he saying?” Ye Fan asked.

“He’s asking which clan we belong to and how we got in,” the monkey replied.

“Aru Yema.” The Black Emperor suddenly grinned widely, uttering these words as, with a flash of light, a purple Divine Order appeared in his hand.

“Guni Aru Yema?” The Ancient Clan boy seemed very shocked, staring at them blankly.

“Aru Yema!” The big black dog nodded solemnly.

Ye Fan was utterly bewildered. How could this damned dog speak the Ancient language, even managing to stun the boy while putting on such superior airs?

“What’s it saying?” he asked the monkey, puzzled.

“He’s claiming to be a descendant of the Undying Emperor.” The monkey was equally surprised, staring unblinkingly at the purple Divine Order in the Black Emperor’s hand, and said, “It truly is an Ancient Emperor Order!”

The Undying Emperor, even in Ancient Times, was merely a legend—ancient and terrifying. He was said to have almost surpassed the gods and was revered as a god by all Ancient Clans!

Ye Fan was dazed. This damned dog really dared to say such a thing, but the purple Ancient Emperor Order in his hand had indeed awed the boy.

The boy’s eyes were nearly popping out as he stared at the mysterious Ancient Order, speechless.

“This Divine Order was obtained from the Undying Mountain. Even I have only learned a few phrases of that ancient ‘bird language.’ Let’s fool him together,” the Black Emperor bared his teeth at the monkey.

“This…” The monkey was so excited he trembled. Staring at the purple Divine Order, he said tremulously, “Is it true… that the Undying Emperor actually existed?”

“Monkey, he’s telling you to speak!” the Black Emperor urged anxiously.

“It really seems like the legendary Ancient Emperor Order of the Undying Emperor…” The monkey’s eyes were riveted.

The Undying Emperor surpassed mythology in the hearts of the Ancient Clans. It was difficult to ascertain whether he truly existed, as he was the supreme god to all clans.

The boy beside them was fixated on the Ancient Emperor Order. He then knelt down, his fingers trembling as he reached out to touch the purple Divine Order.

“Gudari Na!” The Black Emperor, bracing himself, spat out another phrase.

“It’s undoubtedly an Ancient Emperor Order, containing a mysterious Qi Mechanism, impossible to imitate!” The monkey touched it excitedly, examining it thoroughly. His father had possessed a Fighting Saint Emperor Order, but it was lost in Ancient Times, and he had never acquired it.

The kneeling boy kept muttering incessantly. Only through the monkey’s interpretation did the meaning become clear.

This purple Divine Order was deeply connected to the legendary Undying Emperor, as it bore his title and an eternally untarnished imperial insignia.

Perhaps an Ancient Emperor, revering the Undying Emperor, crafted this Divine Order… The monkey, contemplating seriously, made this assumption.

The Undying Emperor was so ancient that it was said he left almost nothing behind. His very existence was doubtful, even in the monkey’s own heart.

“Is this from the purple mountain?” Ye Fan asked.

“As long as it’s useful!” The Black Emperor retorted, not answering directly.

Ye Fan’s heart was shaken. The purple mountain, guarded by nine dragons, was indeed enigmatic. A potential Ancient Emperor Order of the Undying Emperor had even been found within.

“Dochomiga…” The boy, agitated, communicated with the Black Emperor.

In response, black lines appeared across his forehead as he repeated four words, “Gudarina!” Meanwhile, he stared at the monkey with a nearly resentful gaze, expecting him to speak.

The monkey, after composing himself, began to speak with the boy.

“Tell him to take us to see the Immortal Treasures. This is the Dragon’s Nest. We should check if there are dragon eggs or remains deeper inside,” the Black Emperor said, his eyes sparkling.

“He said there really are rare divine items, but ordinary people can’t see them. However, he also said that as descendants of gods, we might be able to see them,” the monkey explained beside him.

The Black Emperor almost jumped up, his whole body twitching with excitement, and said, “This Emperor always knew the old Dragon’s Nest would have Immortal Treasures remaining.”

“He said he wants to awaken his father-king to take us to see,” the monkey added.

The Black Emperor’s black face almost turned green. If an Ancient King were to awaken, unless an ancient Great Emperor was resurrected, nothing could save them.

“Tell him not to disturb His Majesty the King…”

Naturally, the monkey knew what to do. After a long conversation, they all headed towards the depths of the Dragon Nest.

Although the boy had been born in human form, his strength was still shallow. He was too young, so his scales hadn’t shed yet, but he was a true member of the royal family.

The monkey himself was from an Ancient Royal Clan, and Ye Fan was a humanoid being. Furthermore, the Black Emperor held an Ancient Emperor Order. Consequently, the boy didn’t overthink their presence.

As they traveled several miles, a terrifying killing intent erupted from an Ancient Cave, so potent that it made the bones of Ye Fan, the Black Emperor, and the monkey crack loudly.

Beside them, the boy was also struck with fear, his body trembling as he detoured far around that Ancient Cave.

“Another ancient coffin!” the Black Emperor exclaimed.

In the Ancient Cave, numerous shattered Divine Source Blocks buried a massive coffin. It lay stretched across the Void Space, unleashing an unparalleled and terrifying killing intent.

“How is there a second ancient coffin?” Ye Fan was also taken aback.

The monkey communicated with the boy, then showed a surprised expression and said, “He says there are four coffins in total, each more fearsome than the last. The final one rests in the Dragon Nest’s central immortal land.”

“What, four ancient coffins?” The Black Emperor jumped in shock, exclaiming, “I understand now! It’s definitely that ruthless person’s burial site! No wonder the Beginless Great Emperor didn’t choose this place. This is that ruthless person’s grave!”