The moment Zicai moved, he stopped instantly. If the other party wanted to kill the remnant soul of the Flame Dragon, what use would charging forward be?

It would only lead to death; it was better to wait and see first. Forcing down the anxiety in his heart, Chen Feng hid within a cloud floating in the sky.

Above the illusion formation of the Dragon Domain, the sky was transparent, allowing sunlight to pass through, but people could not directly pass out—it was like a giant, invisible canopy spread over the sky. The Tiger Domain’s small world, however, was completely different; it mirrored the real world outside perfectly, possessing its own sun and clouds, existing as a self-contained space.

Hiding in the cloud, Chen Feng activated his concealment technique, reducing the fluctuations of his entire body’s energy to an absolute minimum, slowly guiding the cloud towards the direction of the [Mysterious Divine Palace]. This concealment method was taught to him by the Great Elder, rumored to have been passed down by the Flame Dragon himself.

It only required controlling the energy surrounding the body and did not need magic to sustain it, which is why Chen Feng learned it quickly. It truly lived up to the Flame Dragon Senior’s methods; even a Divine level expert would find it incredibly difficult to detect his presence without meticulous divine sense observation.

…………………………………………………………………… “Stop pretending, the power I sealed outside the Nine-Layered Pagoda—forget about you, even that old thief Guangming wouldn't dare consume it. Rest now, and let the juniors handle the trifling matters!” the Demon Core mocked the golden-robed man.

“Hmph, don’t get arrogant. At worst, I’ll destroy one of my avatars and slaughter every last one of your Dragon offspring!” the golden-robed man roared in anger.

“I doubt you possess that capability. Do you think the people of our Dragon Domain who dared to ascend at this time have no fallback plan?

Hahaha, I left plenty of good things hidden within the clan back then!” the Demon Core chuckled. The golden-robed man seemed momentarily intimidated by these words.

His clansmen had found the Nine-Layered Pagoda but couldn't open it. In a fit of rage, he used his divine power to shatter it, unaware that using his divine power was exactly what played into the opponent's scheme!

It seemed the other party had anticipated his move. They had set up a divine power trap outside the Pagoda specifically to trigger an attack.

As a result, caught unprepared, he sustained a severe injury. Once one reached the Divine level, even if an arm was severed or the head blown off, one wouldn't truly die as long as the Divine Spark and Divine Soul remained intact; reconstruction was possible through divine power.

However, after receiving this injury, he felt utterly powerless. No matter how hard he tried, he could not expel it.

If it weren't for the inability to heal his injury, he would have long ago delivered the Flame Dragon’s remnant soul to the Bright God Lord; why would he have kept it until now! “Even if I am gravely wounded, do you think those people can kill me?” the golden-robed man sneered.

“Indeed, they cannot. But in your current state, killing over one hundred thousand Saint Domain experts is likely beyond your capabilities!” the Demon Core continued.

“If I can’t kill them, I can kill you!” the golden-robed man bellowed. “Then kill me!” the Demon Core replied with utter composure.

A vicious look crossed the golden-robed man’s face. After struggling internally for a long time, he ultimately did not strike.

If he killed this sliver of remnant soul within the Demon Core, he didn't know when his own injuries would heal. Stopping his action, his gaze shifted towards the void outside the great hall, and an almost imperceptible smile touched his lips.

“Hmph, if I don't kill you, I’ll go teach those junior brats a lesson!” With that, he vanished from the spot, stepping instantly outside the Tiger Domain. Not long after, a massive, piercing roar echoed outside the Dragon Domain.

Tens of thousands of Tiger Domain disciples roared as they charged out. The area outside immediately descended into chaotic battle.

“Lord Tiger God, do you not care for your daughter’s life?!” the Great Elder roared in fury. ………………………………………………………………………… Although Chen Feng was unaware of the dispute between the Demon Core and the golden-robed man, he felt an overwhelmingly powerful aura surge out from the [Golden Tiger Divine Palace].

Since he wasn't too far from the Divine Palace, he immediately accelerated and dove inside. The [Golden Tiger Divine Palace] was vast, seemingly defying gravity as it floated in the air, spanning roughly ten kilometers in circumference.

Upon entering, Chen Feng discovered that besides a great main hall, there were countless small rooms. If one didn't know the layout, finding a specific object inside could take ten days if luck was against them.

“Jin Xuanhu will return before long. I must find the location of the Flame Dragon’s remnant soul within this time!” he thought.

But what good was thinking about it? Finding it seemed impossible now.

Has the Flame Dragon’s remnant soul condensed into form, or is it hidden somewhere? It might even have been annihilated just now… Chen Feng hesitated, surveying the surrounding environment.

Jin Xuanhu disliked being served, so the entire hall was empty, not a single person in sight. It was fortunate there were no others, as that afforded him this opportunity; otherwise, entering the Divine Palace so easily would have been impossible.

The main hall covered nearly a thousand square meters, with four passages leading off to the sides, each passage lined with densely packed small rooms stretching into the distance. “What does this Jin Xuanhu need so many rooms for?

It’s not like he’s running a hotel!” Chen Feng cursed silently in his mind. “I must confirm one passage first, otherwise, searching them one by one, not only will I fail to rescue Senior Flame Dragon, but I might end up trapped myself!” This was, after all, the residence of a Divine level expert; a single misstep could lead to eternal damnation.

“Wait, I possess the Flame Dragon bloodline flowing in my veins. Perhaps my soul can resonate with Senior Flame Dragon’s spirit!” Chen Feng’s eyes suddenly brightened as he thought of this method.

Flicking his wrist, Chen Feng let a drop of blood fall. Supported by the power of his Domain, the blood slowly hovered in the air.

However, as soon as his blood was lifted, a circle of energy seemed to converge around it, making the blood instantly glow intensely red. “This is… this power is exactly the same as the energy that boosted my spiritual power in the Dragon Domain?” Chen Feng was startled.

He had previously absorbed the power of faith only through the crystal ball in the Bright God Temple. If he didn't deploy it, he couldn't even sense it, let alone absorb it, given how low his cultivation was; even the Saint Domain couldn't utilize this energy, much less him!

He deployed a sliver of his Domain and summoned his Bright God Artifact. Chen Feng immediately felt an immense, pure surge of power flood into the crystal ball.

The crystal ball had already absorbed its fill in the Dragon Domain, but unexpectedly, under the special environment of the Divine Palace, it began to absorb slowly again. Yet, the strange thing was that his body couldn't utilize this energy this time.

Although the blood could still merge with it, the effect was far less potent than before. In reality, this was normal.

The Dragon Domain entirely followed the faith of the Dragon God, and Chen Feng had accepted the Flame Dragon bloodline, so the power of faith matched him perfectly, allowing smooth absorption and utilization. The power of faith in the [Golden Tiger Divine Palace], however, was dedicated to Jin Xuanhu.

While the crystal ball could still absorb it, Chen Feng couldn't use it. “Since I can’t use it, why not condense this energy into a Five-Clawed Golden Dragon?” Chen Feng thought.

The power of faith was inherently an ethereal force, completely different from his Cyclone power or Domain power—it was like the difference between illusion and reality. However, if this power accumulated significantly, it became much more formidable than other forces.

It was akin to how a statue, receiving abundant incense offerings, naturally generates a righteous, bright power capable of repelling some wicked or heretical entities. Without merging into a Divine Spark, the power of faith couldn't be used for direct attacks.

However, the resulting Five-Clawed Golden Dragon could exert powerful pressure, as the power of faith was the convergence of the unwavering will of many people. Even if each individual contributed only a little, the collective formed a vast ocean of energy.

No sooner said than done, Chen Feng focused his spiritual energy and continuously drew energy from the crystal ball. Having the experience of the previous condensation, this time the speed was fast; the faith power of the entire Divine Palace was sucked in by his Golden Dragon like a whirlwind.

“Hey, why is someone secretly absorbing Jin Xuanhu’s power of faith?” a voice emerged from the innermost passage of the great hall. “Senior Flame Dragon?” Hearing this voice, excitement flashed across Chen Feng’s face.

He activated his Dance of the Sky technique and rushed towards the source of the sound. The newly formed Golden Dragon, with a mere flick of its tail, plunged back into his body.

The Golden Dragon from last time had been almost entirely wasted when he unleashed his oppressive power. This time, the massive Golden Dragon burrowed into his body and coiled itself around his Dantian, remaining still.

Chen Feng didn't have time for further contemplation. He moved rapidly for about 200 meters and arrived at a room.

The top of this room opened directly to the sky, its structure identical to that of the undersea temple. On one side of the room stood a massive statue—it was undeniably the statue of the Bright God Lord.

“It seems this Jin Xuanhu is truly loyal to the Bright God Lord to an extreme degree!” Chen Feng muttered inwardly, spotting the Demon Core suspended in the air not far away. “Senior Flame Dragon…” Chen Feng’s face was alight with excitement.

“Damn it, why are you here? Don’t you know it’s dangerous?” The Demon Core was full of reproach, yet Chen Feng could detect a thread of nervousness and concern within the scolding.

“Stop talking, come with me quickly!” Chen Feng whispered, darting forward and seizing the Demon Core in his hand. “You reckless brat, can’t you be gentler…” the Demon Core grumbled angrily.

But right after yelling, it exclaimed in surprise: “Did you just absorb all the power of faith Jin Xuanhu was using for healing… Blast it, if the power of faith decreases, he will definitely notice! He must be coming here immediately… Hurry and go!” The Demon Core shouted.

“Trying to leave?” A voice sounded abruptly within the room, and a golden-robed man materialized slowly from his spot as if teleporting. “Jin Xuanhu…” Chen Feng had never seen Jin Xuanhu, but the one who could appear here silently could be no other.

In desperation, he cast a Teleportation Spell of the Mind, instantly appearing outside the room. “Hmph!” Jin Xuanhu coldly snorted, raising his right hand.

Chen Feng felt as if he were frozen in mid-air, utterly unable to move: “This is the space I created. Within here, everything obeys me.

Did you think you could escape?” Jin Xuanhu paced to Chen Feng’s front, his eyes piercing directly into Chen Feng’s face like lightning: “You are the successor of the Flame Dragon, aren’t you? I’ve finally waited for you!” “Waited for me?” Since Chen Feng was captured, his heart had lost its panic.

He stared at Jin Xuanhu and asked, “You knew I was coming back?” “Hahahaha,” Jin Xuanhu laughed loudly. “After I sent emissaries, did you think I didn't consider that you might return to steal the Flame Dragon?

Why do you think I suddenly left earlier?” Jin Xuanhu looked at the Demon Core in Chen Feng’s hand and remarked, “Flame Dragon, I admit you are exceptionally intelligent, but it seems the successor you chose is somewhat dull!” “So everything was deliberately plotted by you?” Chen Feng felt his breathing becoming labored, struggling to believe it. “I originally only intended to detain some people from the Dragon Domain to exchange for healing methods.

I didn't expect the Flame Dragon successor to come personally, hahaha, truly unexpected. But since you are here, you might as well stay here with the Flame Dragon!” Jin Xuanhu said coldly.

It seemed that reaching the Divine level meant that regardless of cultivation, one’s intellect was also extraordinary. Which Divine level expert wasn't exceptionally intelligent?

If it weren't for his incurable injury, perhaps he wouldn't even bother… …he had captured the Flame Dragon in the Domain! After all, having reached the Divine level, why would he care about being mocked by the Dragon Domain?

Such trivial matters. No wonder the emissaries sent to the Dragon Domain were so sarcastic, scornful, arrogant, and even insisted on duels involving the [Flame Dragon Secret Codex]… It now seemed all of it was a smokescreen, deliberately confusing everyone.

He understood the Dragon Clan’s nature; their pride meant that once insulted, they would inevitably seek retribution! Thinking of this, a bone-chilling coldness permeated Chen Feng.

“Then your daughter…” “My daughter?” Jin Xuanhu sneered. “Of course, she’s still in the Divine Palace.

She’s just a little girl from the Tiger Clan whom I can summon at any time!” Everything was within his calculation! A strong sense of self-reproach swelled within Chen Feng.

He should have seen through these obvious loopholes, but he had been too self-centered, too complacent. He hadn't expected that his one mistake could lead the entire Dragon Clan into a state of eternal doom!

If he had paused to think more deeply, or tried to stop things earlier, this situation wouldn't have occurred! It was only now that Chen Feng truly realized that he was entirely different from before.

Previously, he could act on impulse, even challenging the entire imperial palace of the Luoqi Empire alone without consequence. But now, one wrong command could plunge tens of thousands of people into irreversible disaster.

“So, the seventy thousand Tiger Clan disciples you sent to attack the Dragon Domain were also fake?” Chen Feng asked, his voice thick with bitterness. “The seventy thousand Tiger Clan disciples did leave the Tiger Domain, but they didn't go to the Dragon Domain; they ambushed themselves.

Everything your Dragon Domain saw was just an illusion!” Jin Xuanhu said with a smile. “There is only one magic teleportation array leading to the Myriad Beast Mountain, governed by the Purple Garden Demon Territory.

Could it be… that the Purple Garden Demon Territory facilitated this feint for you!” Chen Feng finally pieced everything together. “Indeed, the Purple Garden Demon Territory was originally a territory under the Tiger Domain’s influence.

You Dragon Domain wanted to interfere, but how could you succeed?” Jin Xuanhu explained, seemingly unbothered by the length of his speech. Having accomplished something he was proud of, it was unbearable not to speak of it, even for a god.

The reversal of the Purple Garden Demon Territory… That made sense. As one of the three major powers on the overseas continent, even if the Dragon Domain killed its Lord, it shouldn't have taken less than three days for two Dragon Domain Elders to subdue it!

It appeared his assumptions had truly been wishful thinking. The Great Elder and others rarely left the Dragon Domain and were not very knowledgeable about external affairs, so such a situation arising was understandable.

He, having lived two lifetimes, had so easily believed something riddled with so many flaws; he truly needed to reflect deeply. Having one thousand hidden troops as backup was acceptable, but this time the losses would certainly be immense.

How many Dragon Clan disciples would perish in this battle? “I didn’t expect that after I slept for ten thousand years, you would become much smarter than before!” the Flame Dragon chuckled.

In his eyes, these events seemed to be of little consequence. “Hmph, back then, you just needed to follow my arrangements!” the Flame Dragon stated.

Chen Feng replied with an acknowledgment and closed his eyes, falling silent. ps: There will be another chapter tonight..(To be continued, if you wish to know what happens next, please log in to m for more chapters, support the author, and support genuine reading!) First published