"This is a peaceful place for the dead. Naturally, it does not allow the living to exist. I thought that you were like those ancestors, here to strengthen the Dragon's Gate's Totem. Now that the Dragon's Gate no longer exists and you are not a dead person, naturally, I have to chase you away, "the tomb keeper said calmly, not making an exception at all.
"Only the dead can stay here. In that case, why are you not leaving?"
"I already said that I am not human in the first place. I am the tomb keeper. Naturally, I have to stay here."
Xiao Chen was speechless. Indeed, the other party is not human. Why did I bother arguing with him for so long?
However, this was a place that even Sovereign Martial Emperors dreamed of coming to. It was not easy for Xiao Chen to come here. If he were to return empty-handed, he would feel dissatisfied.
"Are there any Secret Treasures of the Dragon Race or Cultivation Techniques left behind by the ancestors of my Xiao Clan?"
"Indeed, there are. However, I'm sorry, I cannot give them to you. The first master of the grave palace stipulated that you are not allowed to take away anything that entered the grave palace."
At first, Xiao Chen rejoiced. However, when he heard about the rules, he could not help but smile bitterly to himself. In the end, he still could not obtain anything.
The tomb keeper made a helpless expression and said, "I am fine with it. However, rules are rules. Logically speaking, the things of your ancestors should be yours. However, after entering the grave palace, you have to abide by the rules.
"Let's go. Don't overthink. After all, this is the grave palace of the Dragon Race, not your Dragon's Gate's treasure trove. If you want treasures, go to your Dragon's Gate's Blue Dragon Palace. That is the correct way. However, since this is our first meeting, I will give you a small gift as well. Consider it a greeting gift. "
The tomb keeper gently prodded Xiao Chen's forehead. Before Xiao Chen could say anything, this finger prodded him out of the Distant Sea Dragon Grave.
By the time Xiao Chen recovered his wits, he had already reappeared in the desolate plains of fire. The small Iron Defense Magic Formation that he formed earlier had not scattered yet.
A talisman seal appeared in Xiao Chen's hand. He left a Spiritual Mark on it. After checking it, he realized that this was a talisman seal that could allow him to head to the Distant Sea Dragon Grave at any time.
However, it seemed like it could only be used once. It seemed like it was just as the tomb keeper had said, it would only be used before death.
Looking at the seal, Xiao Chen thought of the Qing Emperor. Since the Qing Emperor did not use the seal, did he not die?
"Right, the tomb keeper said he would give me a small gift. Could it be this?"
Thinking of this, Xiao Chen shook his head. That fellow was not a human in the first place. It was just a Tool Spirit that abided by the rules.
"Xiao Chen, it shouldn't be this. When the Tomb Keeper pointed at you, I seemed to see the Blue Dragon Totem light up. There were countless Blue Dragons surrounding the totem and auspicious clouds. It should be related to the Blue Dragon Martial Soul."
Ao Jiao asked from the Immortal Spirit Ring.
When Xiao Chen heard this, he sank his consciousness into his dantian. Indeed, it was as Ao Jiao said. A pair of dragon horns grew on the head of the tiny Blue Dragon Martial Soul.
Dragon horns seemed to be the symbol of the ruler of the Blue Dragon bloodline.
What does this mean? Does it acknowledge me as the Blue Dragon King?
Aside from the pair of dragon horns, Xiao Chen felt that the Dragon Might of the Blue Dragon Martial Soul seemed to have become much stronger. It was very condensed and did not scatter.
Xiao Chen's dominance of kingship was based on the Blue Dragon Martial Soul. Given this, when he executed the Thousand Year Hegemony Establishment, its might should have increased somewhat.
The might of the Subduing Dragon Profound Slash, a Martial Technique exclusive to the Blue Dragon Martial Soul, should have increased even more.
I will test this out when I get out. Xiao Chen formed hand seals with both hands and said softly, "Withdraw!"
A talisman seal appeared in Xiao Chen's hand from underground. The various nodes of the minor Iron Defense Magic Formation turned into an illusory Buddhist guardian deity and entered the talisman seal.
"Young Master Ye, you finally came out."
The moment the minor Iron Defense Magic Formation withdrew, Wang Yuzhu ran out joyfully. At this moment, he rejoiced that he had not run around randomly. Otherwise, if he did not run into Xiao Chen, only death awaited him.
Xiao Chen smiled faintly. This Wang Yuzhu had passed his test and was someone he could trust.
"How long have I been gone?"
"About three days."
Three days? How can it be so long? I clearly feel like I have only been in the grave palace for a few hours.
Never mind, let's not think about this. That grave palace is not a good place; it is very strange. Xiao Chen even suspected that the entire grave palace was a Secret Treasure. Furthermore, it was something that surpassed an Emperor Grade Secret Treasure.
If Xiao Chen truly wanted to understand all this, he might have to leave this abandoned land and personally go to where the Dragon Race was.
"Oh, right. Young Master Ye, two days ago, I saw that group of people from the Dragon Slayers fleeing in a sorry state in the sky. All of them were significantly injured. I wonder what happened?"
"It is probably retribution. After doing such a wicked thing, heaven will definitely come to collect it."
Xiao Chen did not know that Yi Ling's group received such retribution because of him, so he just replied indifferently, "That's right.
"Come, I'll bring you out of this Distant Sea Dragon Grave!"
Not willing to remain in this place for long, Xiao Chen took out the Cycle Banner. Five-colored starlight shot out amid the sound of waves as he forcefully opened a path.
With the Cycle Banner in hand, Xiao Chen already possessed the strength of a First Heaven Martial Emperor, Emperor Wu. Unfortunately, he was carrying a person and could not leave this place uninjured.
When Xiao Chen killed his way to the foggy area, he suffered significant injuries. Fortunately, he had a half-step Golden Body and recovered quickly, so it was not a problem.
After putting away the Cycle Banner, Xiao Chen looked at the foggy area. Then, he said, "Ao Jiao, help me lead the way."
"Hehe! I got it. Just watch me."
With Ao Jiao leading the way, Xiao Chen moved unobstructed in this foggy area that confused senses. Furthermore, unlike Yi Ling who had the dragon-shaped key, he did not suffer many attacks along the way.
One hour later, the two's eyes lit up. The vast and boundless sea reappeared before them, and they immediately felt comfortable from the inside out.
The suppressed emotions in the Distant Sea Dragon Grave finally relaxed.
After escaping death, Wang Yuzhu felt deeply moved. After a long time, he said, "Young Master Ye, it is really all thanks to you this time. I am unable to repay you for saving my life."
"Brother Wang is too polite. I would like to ask you, do you regret coming to this Distant Sea Dragon Grave?"
Xiao Chen turned his head and looked at the other party. Wang Yuzhu clearly knew that the chances of finding the Divine Medicine were close to zero, yet he still risked his life to come here. He nearly did not return. Did he regret it?
"Whether I regret it or not is not important. What is important is our attitude. As long as there is hope, we will not give up. We will meet again in the future. If you have time, you can come to the Storm Sea to look for me."
Wang Yuzhu performed a cupped-fist salute and thanked Xiao Chen sincerely again. That's right.
As long as there is hope, I cannot give up. Xiao Chen advanced to Martial Emperor in five years. Before he realized it, two years had passed. Now, he only had three years left to clear his Great Tribulation of wind and fire.
Since ancient times, no one had been able to clear the Great Tribulation of wind and fire in just three years.
However, there was still that trace of hope. Xiao Chen absolutely could not give up on the Emperor's path.
"Whoosh!"
Suddenly, a dazzling golden light flashed in the sky, so piercing that Xiao Chen squinted. When he looked up, he saw Yi Ling riding on a golden war chariot, hovering in the air.
That war chariot gave off a bright light. The golden light flickered in a piercing and dazzling manner. It also exuded an ancient battle hunger and surging killing Qi.
"Brother Xiao, it has been one year since we parted at the Four Seas Hero Gathering. How long are you going to wear this mask for?" Yi Ling asked softly with a warm smile as he stood on the war chariot.
Xiao Chen slowly removed his mask, revealing a handsome and delicate face. Then, he smiled calmly and said, "Brother Yi Ling, you are indeed the same as when we first met. Your eyes are still as outstanding as before."
"Are you making fun of me?" Yi Ling raised his eyebrows. "If not for you causing a commotion in the entire Distant Sea Dragon Grave, I would not have recognized you. There are so many outstanding talents in the Heavenly Starry Ocean hoping for your death. They would never have imagined that you would advance to Consummation Blue Robed Emperor in a mere two years. "
"Likewise." Xiao Chen kept his guard up in secret, but his expression did not change. He smiled and said, "I also did not expect that the famous Dragon Slayer of the Dragon Grave Sea would be the Heavenly Starry Ocean's Mr. Goody-Two-Shoes, Young Treasure Master Yi Ling."
A trace of pride flashed on Yi Ling's face. He smiled and said, "At the Four Seas Hero Gathering, you instantly defeated the outstanding talents of the four seas with one move, showing boundless glory. Back then, I wanted to exchange a few moves with you. Unfortunately, I never had the chance. Might I ask if Young Master Xiao is willing to give me some pointers?"
A heavy murderous intent and hatred were hidden in Yi Ling's smile. Clearly, Yi Ling felt pent up over Xiao Chen ruining his plans.
"I would be delighted to. I also want to know if you live up to your reputation as a Dragon Slayer!"
Xiao Chen narrowed his eyes, and he unconsciously released his aura. His right hand already grasped the Lunar Shadow Saber's scabbard.
Right after Yi Ling spoke, his smile sank. He leaped off the war chariot and formed a claw with his right hand, swiping at Xiao Chen.
In that instant, the golden light vanished, and dark clouds filled the sky. A huge image appeared behind Yi Ling. It was the ghost Hou that Xiao Chen had seen before. However, it was somewhat different; its aura seemed significantly weaker.
Under Yi Ling's control, the huge claw of this ghost Hou image arrived before Xiao Chen in the next moment, looking like it wanted to tear him in half.
The moment the ghost Hou appeared, Xiao Chen instinctively felt fear in his heart. His physical body stiffened somewhat. Unexpectedly, the Blue Dragon Martial Spirit in Xiao Chen's dantian did not show any fear or cowardice this time.
A dragon roar came from Xiao Chen's dantian. His entire body trembled, and all his fear vanished.
"So, that's how it is. I was wondering why you were so bold, daring to challenge me. However, this time, you will be disappointed. I will break one of your arms first."
The Blue Dragon Martial Spirit strengthened by the grave keeper did not fear the might of the ghost Hou at all. In that case, Yi Ling was just a Consummation Blue Robed Emperor.
"Whoosh!"
When Xiao Chen swung his saber, a light flickered. The seventy-percent-comprehended lightning saber soul condensed, and a scarlet light spurted out. Yi Ling chopped off half of his arm.
Without the ghost Hou, Yi Ling was just a Great Perfection Blue Robed Emperor before Xiao Chen. The difference in cultivation was too great.
Right now, without using the Cycle Banner, Xiao Chen could already kill the half-step Emperor Wu. What more a Great Perfection Blue Robed Emperor?
Some people would feel extremely fearful before knowing their trump cards. However, when their trump cards were revealed, that was all there was to it.
For example, this person before him, who had been very confident earlier, challenging Xiao Chen to a huge battle.
Coincidentally, the grave keeper had just strengthened Xiao Chen's Blue Dragon Martial Spirit. Otherwise, given how the ghost Hou countered the Dragon Race, it would be hard to say what the outcome of this battle would be.
If Xiao Chen wanted to blame someone, he could only blame Yi Ling for being unlucky.
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