Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

In the Core Area, the Dragon’s Might was even more profound, and the Dragon Qi Demon Beasts were more powerful. Ordinary experts of the Heavenly King Realm dared not set foot here, as it was very easy to encounter lethal danger and perish. Only the most elite prodigies dared to enter this place to compete for the greatest opportunity of the Dragon Transformation Pool.

Two figures approached from afar, quickly arriving at the Core Area. As soon as he entered, Su Han felt a Dragon’s Might as heavy as a mountain. The Dragon’s Might here was at least ten times that of the Inner Area, drastically affecting his speed. Moreover, because the Dragon’s Might here was so overwhelming, the space itself had become tougher. Su Han tested it and discovered that he was unable to use the Art of Teleportation, as if the space had been frozen solid.

”Be careful. The dangers of the Core Area come not only from the Dragon Qi Demon Beasts, but also from the Dragon Blood Herbs and some seemingly ordinary mountains and rivers,” Tongyan warned with a solemn expression. ”These things have been imbued with Dragon’s Might and the Aura of the Dragon Transformation Pool over the years, granting Spiritual Wisdom to many of them, which makes them extremely terrifying.”

”What exactly is the opportunity within the Dragon Transformation Pool?” Su Han activated the Nine Heavens Eye to observe his surroundings, ensuring that not even the slightest disturbance could escape his Dharma Eye.

Su Han felt he had heard the name ”Dragon Transformation Pool” so often his ears were ringing, yet he still knew little about what it actually was. Since he was here to compete for its opportunity, he naturally wanted to first understand what that opportunity entailed. The True Dragon Essence Blood of Dragon Blood Mountain, the Dao Rhyme of Enlightenment Cliff, and the True Dragon Remnant Soul of Dragon Burial Valley were all rare opportunities. For the Dragon Transformation Pool to be considered the greatest opportunity within the Dragon Palace Ruins, it certainly had to be extraordinary.

”The Dragon Transformation Pool is mysterious; only those who enter it themselves know its secrets. However, many legends have been passed down through the ages.

”It’s said that there is a legend of carps leaping over the Dragon Gate to transform into dragons, and the Dragon Transformation Pool is rumored to have a similar effect. Those who enter and receive its baptism may have the chance to undergo a metamorphosis into True Dragons.

”There are also rumors that the Dragon Transformation Pool is a treasure used by the Dragon Clan to enhance their bloodline. Ordinary members of the Dragon Clan can improve their bloodline by entering it, not only becoming royalty but also undergoing a reversion to their ancestral forms. As you know, the Ancestral Dragon of legend was a top-tier existence, even among gods.”

Tongyan explained what she knew to Su Han, though she admitted she had only read about it in books and did not know the pool’s true purpose.

”Do you know why the Tian Luo Net Holy Land was able to become the foremost among the Ten Great Holy Lands of the Eastern Region?” Tongyan suddenly asked a seemingly unrelated question.

Su Han shook his head, knowing she had more to say.

”The current Holy Master of the Tian Luo Net Holy Land is known as the Heavenly Dragon Saint. The last time the Dragon Palace Ruins opened, he entered the Dragon Transformation Pool. His Physical Body was tempered, and he underwent a transformation, acquiring the True Dragon Holy Body.

”It was that very opportunity that propelled him forward, allowing him to surpass other prodigies and become the Saint Heir at the time. He continued his meteoric rise to become the Holy Master of the Tian Luo Net Holy Land. Although he is only at the Saint Realm Ninth Layer, he possesses the Combat Power of a Great Emperor. Under his leadership, the Tian Luo Net Holy Land surpassed the other holy lands to become the foremost among them.”

Tongyan revealed this secret. It was precisely for this reason that the Tian Lou Saint was willing to pay any price to come here, aiming to seize the Dragon Transformation Pool’s opportunity for himself. The Heavenly Dragon Saint must have told him the secrets of the Dragon Transformation Pool, giving him a distinct advantage.

”The true opportunity of the Dragon Transformation Pool may remain unknown, but its effect on Physical Body Tempering is extraordinary. Your Sacred Body is on the verge of Great Accomplishment. If you can enter the Dragon Transformation Pool, you might be able to break through your bottleneck and achieve the Great Accomplishment of the Holy Body!”

Tongyan knew that Su Han’s Sacred Body had reached a bottleneck. The Dragon Transformation Pool was the best opportunity he could hope for. If he missed it, who knew how long it would take for his Sacred Body to reach Great Accomplishment.

”We’ll know what the opportunity of the Dragon Transformation Pool is once we get inside,” Su Han nodded, indicating his understanding. ”The Tian Lou Saint wants to achieve Holy Body Perfection, but I will not let him get his wish!”

He was definitely going to compete for the Dragon Transformation Pool’s opportunity. Taking a step back, even if he couldn’t obtain it himself, Su Han would still stop the Tian Lou Saint from getting it. After all, if the Tian Lou Saint became stronger, the danger to Su Han would increase. He would certainly not do something as foolish as strengthening his enemy.

”Where is the Dragon Transformation Pool? Let’s go now!” With the Dragon Palace Ruins set to close in only ten days, Su Han did not want to waste any more time.

”The Dragon Transformation Pool doesn’t have a fixed location; it appears in a different place each time. I’m sure the Tian Lou Saint and the others are also searching for it. But don’t worry. Once the Dragon Transformation Pool manifests, the Dragon’s Might will intensify rapidly, and we will naturally be able to sense it.”

Tongyan’s explanation gave Su Han a slight pause. A nomadic Dragon Transformation Pool? It was indeed peculiar. However, even if they would be able to sense it when it appeared, Su Han still wanted to search beforehand. The advantage of being first was extremely important; sometimes, a single step could make a world of difference.

BOOM!

Suddenly, the ground heaved, and a massive shadow charged at Su Han and Tongyan with tremendous force, shaking the very fabric of space.

”Golden Emperor Tanyang Fist!”

Su Han threw a punch. The Golden Fist Radiance repelled the massive shadow but failed to obliterate it. It revealed itself to be a hundred-meter-long stone dragon, its body composed entirely of rock. This could be considered a type of Dragon Qi Demon Beast, though it was not an Energy Body but rather one made of stone.

”This is the danger of this place. Be careful!” Tongyan quickly retreated while cautioning Su Han.

The Core Area was fraught with peril. This stone dragon was not only incredibly durable but also possessed the combat power of the Heavenly King Realm Fifth Level. If the One-Eyed Shark King were here, he would undoubtedly be severely wounded and defeated. This was not a place just anyone could enter; those lacking in strength would only be killed, their bodies left to grow cold.

But Su Han, despite his relatively low realm, possessed extreme strength. He immediately put on the Ghostly Face Mask, instantly breaking through three realms to reach the Heavenly King Realm Fourth Level. He then unleashed the might of his Sacred Body, landing thunderous blow after blow on the stone dragon until it crumbled and shattered.

When the stone dragon was finally slain, a stream of Dragon Qi as thick as an arm flew out and was directly absorbed by Su Han. This Dragon Qi was rich and pure, greatly enhancing his Demonic Qi and bringing him one step closer to the Heavenly King Realm Second Level.

Over the next few days, Su Han and Tongyan continued to search for the Dragon Transformation Pool while battling various Dragon Qi Demon Beasts. With them working together, even a Dragon Qi Demon Beast at the Heavenly King Realm Sixth Level could not withstand their assault. This allowed Su Han to acquire a substantial amount of Dragon Qi, and his realm broke through once again, reaching the Heavenly King Realm Second Level. With the Ghostly Face Mask on, he now possessed the terrifying power of the Heavenly King Realm Fifth Level. Indeed, the greater the danger, the greater the opportunity.

On the ninth day, a high-pitched, sonorous dragon’s cry suddenly shook heaven and earth. High above in the sky, an ethereal dragon shadow soared and coiled, majestic and awe-inspiring, commanding reverence from all who saw it.

Seeing this dragon shadow, Tongyan’s eyes gleamed with delight. ”The Dragon Transformation Pool has appeared!”