The demonic flood dragon, with True Dragon blood flowing in its veins, emerged and swiftly flew towards the end of the Trial Path, pursued by a young Martial God.
The masters of the ninth, tenth, eleventh, and subsequent checkpoints all received this news through communication tokens and were utterly shocked. The checkpoint masters, all Martial God realm powerhouses, appeared after receiving orders from higher-ups to capture the demonic flood dragon.
However, the journey was tumultuous. The demonic flood dragon soared directly through the sky, its immense demonic might overwhelming. Even the checkpoint masters paled in comparison. This demonic flood dragon was no ordinary Martial God-level demonic beast; it was far more terrifying, making them difficult to resist.
Although these checkpoint masters were Martial God experts, most had only recently entered this realm and were ordinary elders of the Tian Du Academy. They never imagined such a dangerous demonic beast existed on the Trial Path.
Even the tenth checkpoint master sustained some injuries while attempting to block it. Although not severe, it was largely because the demonic flood dragon was focused on fleeing; otherwise, his life might have been in danger.
But what was even more shocking was the young pursuer later, who actually forced such a terrifying demonic flood dragon into a desperate flight. It was truly astonishing. Was this really just a youth and not some centuries-old monster pretending to be young?
Behind, Ye Chen chased like lightning, streaking across the sky. Even the several checkpoint masters were astounded by Ye Chen's power, which seemed even greater than their own—a truly shocking realization.
Along the way, Ye Chen was actually quite leisurely, as he wasn't pursuing at full strength, holding back some power.
Although the demonic flood dragon was fast, if Ye Chen fully unleashed his Reverse Void Eight Steps, it would be an unparalleled speed in the world, unmatched by anyone. Even the demonic flood dragon couldn't compare; at least within the Martial God realm, it was hard to find anyone who could rival it.
Moreover, the Human Yuan Golden Body was renowned for its immense strength and endurance. The treasure body was the ultimate source of power, continuously providing energy without fear of depletion. However, Ye Chen intentionally wanted to drain the demonic flood dragon's energy, hence his seemingly unhurried pursuit.
Suddenly, Ye Chen, in the midst of the chase, abruptly halted and looked up at the sky. Vaguely, he felt as if a pair of eyes from the highest heights had fallen upon him.
It was like a supreme deity of the Nine Heavens looking down upon the inhabitants of this realm, watching him.
At the same time, Old Yan's voice echoed in his mind: "Little Chen, be careful. Someone is watching you, and it might be that Academy Head of the Tian Du Academy."
It was precisely because of this gaze that even Old Yan dared not reveal himself. This was a world controlled by the supreme old Academy Head, integrated with its origin. Others might not see his existence, but the old Academy Head might be able to.
Old Yan's presence must not be exposed unless absolutely necessary.
Needless to say, Ye Chen understood that this was most likely the supreme old Academy Head of the Tian Du Academy observing him. However, he probably didn't know that Ye Chen's perception was so extraordinarily sharp that he could detect his gaze.
This pair of eyes seemed intent on thoroughly seeing through Ye Chen, inside and out.
But Ye Chen curled his lips into a meaningful smile. Did they think seeing through him would be that easy?
Immediately, he paid no further heed, stepped out with Reverse Void Eight Steps, and once again chased the demonic flood dragon like lightning.
Meanwhile, high in the sky, within the great sun's origin, a blurry figure sat cross-legged. At this moment, he let out a sound of surprise: "What an extraordinary young prodigy, actually able to detect this old one's gaze. I must say, this youth's perception is too sharp, truly remarkable."
"However, this youth is extraordinary. There's a sense of being unfathomable, with a divine aura lingering about him. Not that he is a Divine Spirit, but rather, it seems a Divine Spirit has intervened to conceal the secrets on his body. It appears the guess is correct."
"Over the years, the exploration of the King's Ancient Path has gone deeper and deeper. It's time to open it for the last time and let those youngsters of the younger generation reach the very end. This Ye Chen has the qualification."
One flood dragon and one human, in this chase, gradually passed through the ninth, tenth, and eleventh checkpoints.
This path was originally filled with various dangers and occupied by all sorts of terrifying demonic beasts, requiring considerable time to fully traverse. But now, they passed through directly without encountering any hazards.
In his spare moments, Ye Chen even casually picked a few Heaven and Earth Treasures and incidentally eliminated several Hundred Strong Trialists, obtaining quite a few identity tokens.
Those eliminated Hundred Strong Trialists were terrified, as the youth was far too powerful, completely beyond their ability to resist.
The Twelfth Town was a crucial checkpoint leading to the twelfth checkpoint. All trialists had to pass through the Twelfth Town to enter the twelfth checkpoint.
Like the Eighth Town, it could accommodate hundreds of trialists resting here. The rules were the same for each checkpoint: for the first three days, they could receive protection from the Tian Du Academy experts in the town without worrying about incidents.
The vast Twelfth Town was sparsely populated with trialists, and various trading businesses, even taverns and markets, thrived, adding a touch of vibrancy to this ancient town that had once flourished and then declined.
At this moment, many trialists in the town were either discussing various topics or quietly cultivating. The news of the young Martial God had not yet reached the trialists at this checkpoint.
On the highest seven-story tower at the center of the Twelfth Town, a woman often sat cross-legged here in daily meditation, her eyes slightly closed, her eyelashes countless. Although she appeared to be in her thirties or forties, her skin seemed smooth and tender, and she was a stunning beauty—a mature beauty.
A simple Daoist robe draped over her body, yet it faintly outlined her enchanting and mature, alluring curves, like a ripe peach, exuding a captivating charm from head to toe.
This was the master of the twelfth checkpoint, a beautiful woman with stunning looks. She was a young elder from the Tian Du Academy and also a powerful Martial God expert, dispatched by the academy's higher-ups to guard the Trial Path and prevent special circumstances.
Usually, she was responsible for guarding this twelfth checkpoint, protecting the safety of the many trialists in the town and maintaining order. But more often, she was in cultivation, unconsciously emitting a formidable majesty that made the trialists in the town dare not disrupt order.
On this day, she was still in meditation. In this brand-new world, it was particularly beneficial for her. Perhaps because it was a new world created by a supreme powerhouse, containing this supreme powerhouse's Dao principles, she could also perceive faint traces of supreme Dao principles during cultivation, which was more beneficial than cultivating on the Tian Du Continent.
Suddenly, a loud bell rang outside the tower, clanging, startling her and pulling her out of cultivation.
The woman couldn't help but slightly furrow her delicate brows. Her divine sense spread out, covering the entire Twelfth Town. There were no fights or other abnormalities. Her pleasant yet slightly cold voice transmitted out: "Why was the alarm bell rung? Didn't I say not to ring it casually unless absolutely necessary?"
The alarm bell was indeed the ringing bell, prepared to notify the checkpoint master.
The trialist below the tower looked unusually panicked and transmitted his voice: "Reporting to the checkpoint master, something terrible is about to happen, a major incident is imminent."
The twelfth checkpoint master frowned and said, "What's happened? Tell me everything."
"Checkpoint master, I just received communication from a companion at the eighth checkpoint. Right now, a demonic flood dragon is rapidly approaching the Twelfth Town. It's said the demonic flood dragon can ride clouds and mist, a true Martial God-level demonic beast. I hope the checkpoint master pays attention," the trialist outside the door said urgently.
"What? A demonic flood dragon?"
The twelfth checkpoint master's expression changed drastically. She burst out of the door and said to the reporting trialist, "Quickly, tell me everything. Don't delay."
The trialist naturally didn't dare to be negligent and recounted everything he knew. The more the twelfth checkpoint master listened, the tighter her delicate brows furrowed.
Because this was not good news. According to the trialist's description, what was heading towards the Twelfth Town was a true Martial God-level demonic beast that could ride clouds and mist, about thirty zhang long, covered in pitch-black scales.
Moreover, other characteristics proved that this demonic flood dragon must be a flood dragon with True Dragon blood flowing in its veins, extremely terrifying.
Once a demonic beast has the bloodline of a mythical and sacred being like the True Dragon flowing in it, it becomes fearsome. Even a trace is enough to be astonishing, let alone a demonic beast like the flood dragon that closely resembles a dragon in form, with even more abundant bloodline, making it equally more terrifying.
If this demonic flood dragon reached the twelfth checkpoint, it would certainly not be good news.
However, according to the description, many scales on this demonic flood dragon were shattered, obviously injured and bleeding. This could be considered the only somewhat positive news.
Roar—
At this moment, suddenly, a roar that shook the entire Twelfth Town rolled in from the distance, startling everyone in the Twelfth Town and making them pale.
The twelfth checkpoint master's expression changed on the spot. Speak of the devil, and he shall appear.