System: Infinite Evolution into Qilin Bloodline

Fourth Master, also known as the Fourth Master of the Nine Gates, took over the position by killing the original Fourth Master's entire family.

That day, he massacred the entire family of the Fourth Master of the Nine Gates, sparing no one, regardless of age or gender.

If they are so ruthless towards people they have no grudge against, they must be even more ruthless towards enemies and traitors.

His ruthless methods were so terrifying that people turned pale at the mere mention of them.

He acts unconventionally, showing no mercy to enemies and being ruthless to traitors, inspiring fear in others.

However, he is now over ninety years old, in his twilight years, and probably doesn't have many years left to live.

The fact that they've come to us at this time must be related to immortality.

After all, everyone wants to live a few more years, even if it means living a miserable life rather than dying a good death.

Zhang Hao suddenly remembered that he still had a task to complete: collecting three snake-browed bronze fish.

He obtained a bronze fish with snake-shaped eyebrows from the Lu Palace. Uncle Wu gave him one, and the last one was in the hands of Fourth Uncle.

He must have something to ask of me this time. I'll get the snake-browed bronze fish from him when the time comes.

You can earn fusion attempts by completing tasks.

There are only 35 fusion attempts left. Once the All Things Fusion System is upgraded to level 10 and rare items are unlocked, these attempts will not be enough.

We must obtain more fusion attempts to quickly increase our strength so that when our identity is exposed, we will have the confidence to confront the gods.

"Panzi, tell him I'm going back to Hangzhou in two days!"

"Ok."

Zhang Hao told Pan Zi a few words and then hung up the phone.

The reason he didn't go back immediately was because he was also curious about what else was inside the huge stone coffin he brought out from Gutongjing, besides the dragon's corpse.

It would be very troublesome to open such a large coffin once it's brought back.

But the situation is different in this village on the edge of the desert. Not only is it sparsely populated, but it also has a large open space.

That night, while everyone else was asleep, Zhang Hao entered the desert alone. On a whim, he released the coffin containing the dragon's corpse from his storage space.

This stone coffin stands majestically on the boundless desert, a marvel of nature and craftsmanship, its grand scale and exquisite workmanship leaving one in awe.

First, in terms of size, this stone coffin occupies an area almost the size of a basketball court, enough to accommodate hundreds of adults lying side by side, yet it does not lose its solemnity and dignity. Its enormous size makes one feel a sense of weight and majesty from ancient times at first glance, as if it can instantly pull one into that distant and mysterious era.

Looking at its exquisite craftsmanship, the stone coffin is covered with delicate and meticulous carvings, and every detail reveals the craftsman's endless dedication and reverence for life.

The carvings are rich and varied in content, including auspicious dragons and phoenixes riding the clouds, symbolizing the nobility and immortality of the deceased;

It also features the natural landscapes of the changing seasons, mountains, and rivers, symbolizing the endless cycle of life and the harmonious coexistence of all things in the universe;

Furthermore, the vivid recreation of myths, legends, and historical anecdotes allows viewers to feel as if they have traveled through time and space to experience those ancient and legendary stories firsthand.

These carvings feature smooth lines and distinct layers, with every cut and stroke precise and flawless, showcasing extremely high artistic skill and carving technique.

The natural texture and color of the stone are brought to their fullest potential by the skillful hands of the craftsmen, becoming either as deep as the night sky or as warm and smooth as jade, adding a touch of mystery and nobility.

Furthermore, the lid of the sarcophagus is often a focal point of the carvings. Some are decorated with star maps, symbolizing the soul of the deceased ascending to heaven and shining alongside the stars; others are carved with intricate patterns, signifying protection and peace. Under the illumination of the lights, the entire sarcophagus appears even more magnificent and dazzling, like a living work of art rather than a simple funerary object.

Such a large and exquisite stone coffin not only signifies the deceased's status and position, but also represents the crystallization of ancient civilization and wisdom, allowing future generations to glimpse the glory and splendor of that distant era.

The sheer size of this stone coffin is enough to tell you how glorious the ancient city of Tongjing once was.

Zhang Hao was very much looking forward to seeing what else would be inside the stone coffin besides the dragon's corpse.

He braced his hands on the coffin lid and then pushed hard. With his immense strength, even such a huge stone coffin had its lid pushed open in an instant.

"Rumble..."

As the coffin lid was moved, the coffin began to shake violently, causing the surrounding desert to tremble as well.

With a forceful push, Zhang Hao sent a coffin lid, roughly the size of a basketball court and nearly half a meter thick, flying off and crashing to the ground with a muffled thud.

He looked into the stone coffin and saw a white dragon, tens of meters long, coiled inside.

This dragon is a rare item and cannot be fused with for the time being. It must be upgraded to level 10 by the All Things Fusion System.

Zhang Hao glanced at the attribute panel. The All Things Fusion System was currently at level 7, only 10 experience points away from level 8. It wouldn't be long before he could reach level 10 and unlock rare items.

This won't take long.

Suddenly, Zhang Hao noticed something beneath the dragon's corpse.

He leaped upwards, landing in the center of the coffin, stepping on the dragon's corpse, and pulled out a bronze box from inside.

This bronze box exudes an indescribable sense of vicissitude and majesty.

Its material is thick and solid, and its surface is covered with a light greenish-blue patina.

The box is square in shape with slightly upturned corners and rounded, smooth edges, giving it a dignified yet delicate appearance.

The lid and body of the box are connected by a fine copper hinge, which is also engraved with intricate patterns, despite the erosion caused by wind and rain.

The box's surface is covered with intricate and ancient patterns.

These patterns vary in depth and are arranged in a pleasing, orderly manner. Some resemble winding mountains and rivers, outlining the magnificence of the earth.

Some resemble star trails, shimmering with a mysterious light in the night sky;

Others are fire-riding unicorns, which leap and bound with lifelike detail, as if they might jump out of the box at any moment.

Such a bronze box, buried with a dragon, must be extraordinary.

Zhang Hao gripped both sides of the box and tried to open it, but the box wouldn't budge no matter how hard he tried.

He tried several times in a row, but the result was the same, which surprised him greatly.

With a force exceeding ten thousand tons, even if the box is locked and cannot be opened under such force, it will be damaged and thus opened.

However, no matter how hard he tried, the box wouldn't budge.

Suddenly, he noticed a small mechanism at the keyhole of the bronze box.

After he touched it, a thin needle popped out from inside.

"Does it require blood to activate?"

Zhang Hao noticed that the most prominent pattern on the bronze box was the fire-riding Qilin, which was the totem of the Zhang family.

Could this box have been crafted by Zhang Hao's ancestor, and can only be opened with the blood of a Qilin?

He pressed his finger on the fine needle, and a drop of blood gushed from the wound. The needle, still wet with blood, was then pulled back into place.

The next second, the bronze box reacted, emitting a dazzling red light and vibrating violently.