"How could this be?" Wang Long looked at the intricate stone patterns, his brows furrowing into a deep frown.
Since entering this mysterious realm, the unease that had been lingering in his heart was now vividly reflected in front of him and in his feelings.
It wasn't just the massive stone that even seventy percent of Wang Long's strength couldn't break; more importantly, within this Void, Wang Long felt none of the connection to the heavens and earth that he had experienced after reaching the Creation Realm in the real world!
In the real world, he could summon winds and rains at will, altering the nature and state of elemental spirits with his thoughts, even bestowing life as a Creator God. Yet in this space, he could barely muster any self-preservation power!
"Senior, I don't understand," Wang Long's tone became more respectful. Of course, it wasn't that he was truly afraid of this demon; rather, he needed to quickly grasp the nature of this world. Otherwise, the heavy blow that had once struck the Human Emperor would be right before him!
"Fool!" The demon showed no regard for his pride, its face twisted with arrogance and disdain. "You can't even solve such a simple problem. That punch you threw was so weak it lacked any force; of course, you couldn't break this giant stone! Truly, one cannot judge by appearances. After all this talk, it turns out you're just a coward! You’ve wasted my time! Now you can rest easy as my next meal!"
"This only confuses me further. The enhancement of strength is closely related to understanding this world. The source of heaven and earth here, although richer than my hometown by dozens of times, is fundamentally no different. Why is it that I can sense the realm of creation yet cannot exert my will to allocate these Spiritual Essences or enhance my power?"
"You young people talk too much nonsense! Come here!" The demon snorted coldly. Suddenly, from the giant stone above him, several red divine lights shot out to various points across the chaotic rocky desert. Fire Elemental Runes appeared and formed an Unbreakable Fire Elemental Formation of Wang Long right there!
This wasn’t even the biggest issue.
The real problem was that this person had been trapped here and unable to move at all! How could he still cast such a terrifying formation spell?
Just as this thought crossed his mind, two streams of flames surged back and forth, intertwining as they charged directly toward Wang Long!
Not knowing the nature of these flames, Wang Long naturally wouldn't take them head-on; he steadily retreated while preparing for a counterattack!
"Hahaha! It’s been a long time since I’ve tasted roasted human flesh!"
"Water Element Convergence, True Water Shield!" Wang Long pointed with his right finger and set up a True Water Barrier around himself.
"Bang!" The clash of cold and hot caused the water rings to explode continuously. However, no matter how strong the flames were, they could not penetrate the thin water rings!
"Huh? There's something to this!" As the flames subsided, the demon finally began to take this young man seriously. "Your abilities seem vastly different from ours. Could you be a remnant of the Xuanmen?"
"I am not from Xuanmen." Wang Long appeared calm on the surface, but deep down he was shocked. Why did they know about Xuanmen in this otherworld? Was there a force called Xuanmen in this world as well, or was there some mysterious connection between this otherworld and his own? Did the demon refer to the ancient and powerful sect from his world?
"Hmph!" The Demon Clan was about to say something else when suddenly it perked up, hearing footsteps approaching from a distance. It quickly shot Wang Long a glance. "Haha, brother, I didn't expect to meet someone interesting like you here on the Gobi! When my An'er brings food later, I must drink with you!"
Wang Long had already noticed its demeanor and focused his ears to hear light footsteps approaching rapidly. However, he couldn't quite grasp the demon's intentions and chose not to respond.
"Uncle! No need to wait, An'er is already here!" A little girl chimed in, her green dress standing out vividly against the yellowish desolation of the Gobi, as if she alone could add a touch of spring to the scene.
The little girl was beautiful and had a kind smile.
Yet the more beautiful she was, the more curious Wang Long felt. Judging by her appearance, she seemed to come regularly to bring food for this demon. Especially from her gaze, he could sense a distinct difference in how she viewed the demon compared to herself—much like how Jiang Xue viewed others versus how she viewed him.
Once the little girl appeared, the demon's attitude changed immediately. Although still exceptionally arrogant, it no longer exuded any bloodthirstiness. It presented itself as a true man with rich social experience; its charm was likely just as lethal to innocent girls as his Thunder Elemental Sword!
Of course, his control over Thunder Element in this world was not particularly remarkable either. Now Wang Long had begun to understand why the Human Emperor was injured. In such a spiritually abundant world, if there weren't enemies stronger than them or even gods, that would be unbelievable.
"Hahahaha! So you came from the Zero Realm!" Initially suspicious of Wang Long's performance, after sharing two cups of hot wine and engaging in tentative conversation, the demon confirmed its thoughts completely. "That explains everything."
"Explains what? Does senior have a good understanding of our world, which you referred to as Zero Realm?"
"Not exactly. A few days ago, someone just like you from Zero Realm entered our Divine Realm. Their strength was comparable to yours; however, their temper was even worse than mine! They always acted high and mighty; I couldn't be bothered with them! Now they probably aren't dead but have certainly suffered greatly."
"Why do you say that, Senior?" Wang Long was taken aback. He initially thought that the Human Emperor's injuries were caused by this demon, but from his tone, it seemed he hadn't attacked at that time. Moreover, now that this demon was completely sealed, the formation from earlier likely couldn't possibly trap the Human Emperor.
"Come, drink this cup; consider it your farewell drink!" The demon did not answer directly but instead took pleasure in teasing Wang Long.
"I truly apologize, but so far, I haven't seen anyone capable of taking my head."
"Perhaps not before, but you are about to meet someone—if you dare to delve a little deeper into the Divine Realm! Your so-called realm is decent, but... your strength is too weak! You're like an embroidered pillow—pretty on the outside but easily pierced and destroyed with a single blow. What good are your flashy tricks?"
"Embroidered pillow!" The corners of Wang Long's mouth twitched. Now he regretted not kicking him in the face before An'er arrived to see if he could still maintain his current arrogance.
"It’s true!" At this moment, An'er spoke up for the Demon Clan. "In the Divine Realm, fighting and killing never cease. This place used to be a vast grassland; just look at what it has become now. If you want to survive in the Divine Realm, you must submit to a certain power. No matter where you come from or which corner of the world you're from, once you pass through that valley entrance, the Trial of the Gods will be waiting for you. When you encounter them, you must decide which faction to join. If you're unlucky and run into those who slaughter anyone unwilling to submit to their power, they will chase you relentlessly until you're dead."
As she spoke, An'er showed a look of sorrow.
Such behavior can be called divine?
Wang Long disdainfully stood up. "I appreciate your hospitality today; I will return the favor another time. Young lady, I don't know what this guy has told you in the past, but he is a demon. Although the truth may not be as those divine beings proclaim—that he was trapped here due to his heinous crimes by the wise and mighty gods—the blood on his hands is certainly not insignificant. Be cautious when dealing with him. I’ll go meet this so-called Trial of the Gods!"
As soon as he finished speaking, only a remnant shadow remained where Wang Long had been standing.
"Damn it! If he dares to pass by me again... An'er, you..." Unexpectedly, Wang Long had played a trick on himself as he left.
"It's nothing," An'er seemed startled by Wang Long's words as if waking from a beautiful dream. "Since our guest has left, I'll come back another day to bring you food! I'm leaving now."
The Demon Clan watched as the young girl walked away, opening his mouth but ultimately failing to call her back.
Perhaps letting her leave like this and never return would be best for her and for himself?
Above the Gobi, the wind howled with fury, and within the valley, the cutting wind felt like a knife. The chilling aura carried by the blade-like wind was even more pronounced, and everywhere one looked, there were signs of battle; not a single intact stone wall could be found!
Wang Long felt a chill in his heart. When he had previously attempted to capture that demon for his own use, he had tested the hardness of these seemingly ordinary giant stones and had a clear understanding of their strength. To leave such deep cuts and marks here, what level of power must one possess?
"I didn't expect to find another challenger so soon," Cai said. "Could it be that the world is about to change, bringing so many new forces to the Divine Realm? Speak up! After arriving in the Divine Realm, have you considered joining our Holy Divine Gate to fight against those brutal evildoers and demons together?"
"I want to ask about someone who came over from the Zero Realm a few days ago. He must have passed through your valley. Did you inflict the injuries on him?"
"That Mad Kid!" A massive axe fell from his shoulder to the ground. "No need to say more! This is my Holy Divine Path's territory. Your friend was too arrogant; not only did he refuse to join us, but he also dared to claim independence and challenge our divine race! But looking at you, you seem much smarter than him. You should know what choice would be more beneficial for you!"
It was clear that these words were not something this brute could come up with on his own, yet there was an undeniable sense of persuasion behind his massive axe—its sheer power had already embedded itself into the ground.
However, Wang Long's eyes ignited with fierce determination!
"Since that's the case, as a representative of another force from your so-called Zero Realm, my answer is the same as his. Let your giant axe show me what this so-called Divine Realm is worth!"
Boom!
Spirit flowed, and the surrounding Primal Aura surged forth. A chilling intent of the True Dragon surged upward alongside powerful Spiritual Essence, shooting straight into the sky!
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