Time flies like an arrow; just two days passed by unnoticed.

Shangguan Yunqing and Bai Mingxuan arrived at the courtyard where Lu Lingxi Yao lived and invited her to enter the palace together.

As soon as the three stepped across the threshold of the main hall, a lively scene came into view, with a group of people already waiting quietly inside.

Lu Lingxi Yao's gaze swept over everyone one by one. Except for Bei Chen Haoyu, all the other invited people were already in place. She thought to herself: It seems that we will have to wait for a while.

Bai Mingxuan felt bored while waiting, so he wanted to find a topic to pass the time. He turned to look at Lu Lingxi Yao with a warm and friendly smile.

"Junior sister, have you ever been to the Land of No Hope? I've heard that its scenery is unique and its customs are even more distinctive."

Upon hearing this, Lu Lingxiyao's lips curled into a faint smile, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and longing.

"I've never been there before, but I'm really looking forward to this opportunity to go to the Land of No Hope with everyone."

When she first arrived in this world, she learned from the original owner's memories that there were five countries on the Holy Spirit Continent: Lingyue, Wuwang, Yaoguang, Kaiyang, and Qinglan, with Lingyue being the leader of the five countries.

Lingyue Kingdom

Lingyue is not only the country with the largest territory among the five kingdoms, but also possesses unique natural conditions, with a spring-like climate all year round and fertile and vast land.

As the leader of the five nations, Lingyue's strength should not be underestimated. Its comprehensive national strength is reflected in many aspects such as economy, military, and culture.

Hopeless Country

In stark contrast to the vibrant life of Lingyue, the Land of Despair was shrouded in a faint melancholy.

This place was once an ancient battlefield, ravaged by countless wars. The land is now covered with ruins and relics, and the air seems to still echo with the lamentations of the past.

Despite being called a desolate and hopeless land, this place also nurtures an indomitable spirit and a deep yearning for freedom.

Yao Guang Kingdom —

Located on the eastern side of the continent, Yao Guang Kingdom is renowned for its brilliant culture, art, and commercial center. Various cultures and ideas converge and collide here, forming a unique multicultural atmosphere.

Kaiyang Kingdom

Located north of Lingyue, Kaiyang is a powerful nation renowned for its agriculture and military strength, second only to Lingyue.

The people of Kaiyang are hardworking and brave. They are not only proficient in farming techniques, but also skilled in forging weapons and horsemanship, and possess a powerful military force.

Qinglan Country——

Nestled in the embrace of mountains, it is a mysterious and tranquil country.

The mountains and forests here are filled with fresh air and a faint fragrance of flowers. Waterfalls cascade down and streams murmur, making it a veritable paradise on earth.

The people of Qinglan revere nature and harmony. They are skilled in herbal medicine and spiritual practice, and many of them have the ability to communicate with nature.

Although Qinglan doesn't often get involved in external conflicts, whenever the mainland faces a crisis, they always silently protect the peace of this land in their own way.

Lu Lingxi and Bai Mingxuan chatted idly for a while. After a while, Bei Chenhaoyu walked into the main hall, followed closely by Bei Chenxuan and Zisang Gucheng.

Bei Chenxuan's eyes quickly swept over everyone present. Then, his calm and powerful voice rang out in the hall. His words were concise and clear, yet they exuded an unquestionable authority.

"Everyone's here, come with me."

As he finished speaking, ten figures followed him in unison to an open space. The space was empty and quiet.

Suddenly, several sounds came from the sky, and everyone involuntarily looked up at the sky. They saw a powerful figure rapidly approaching, and finally, it slowly landed in front of them. Its huge body almost filled everyone's vision, causing everyone to gasp in unison, their voices full of disbelief and astonishment.

"My God, it's a Thunder Dragon!"

The Thunder Dragon was enormous, with a huge head and a sharp, lightning rod-like horn on its forehead. Tiny sparks of electricity would occasionally fly from the tip of the horn. Its eyes were deep and seemed to be able to see the essence of all things in the world.

Its scales are as hard as iron, yet they have a flowing luster, as if they were forged from the purest essence of lightning, each scale containing destructive power.

Beneath its scales lie its strong and powerful muscles, which can unleash astonishing speed and power with each contraction, allowing it to traverse freely through the sky and travel thousands of miles a day.

Its limbs are long and powerful, with sharp claws at the ends. With each swing, it leaves behind streaks of silver lightning.

Its tail is tens of feet long, with the end resembling a giant lightning whip, capable of causing changes in the world with a gentle swipe.

Most astonishingly, when it roars, the entire sky seems to tremble, with rolling thunder accompanied by blinding lightning, like the roar of a god, causing all things to bow down in submission.

This was the first time Lu Lingxi Yao had ever seen a dragon in its true form, and it was a shock and beauty that surpassed all her imagination.

You should know that in Lu Lingxi Yao's previous life, dragons were legendary creatures. Unexpectedly, they were now appearing before her with an indescribable majesty.

Looking at the giant dragon before her, her eyes were filled with curiosity and joy, and an irresistible impulse surged in her heart—how cool would it be to form a contract with such a spirit beast!

"Master, has this little dragon captured your heart?" Ling Shu's voice carried a hint of confusion.

"Thunder Dragon? That's the weakest of the dragons. If you wish to form a contract with a dragon, we are willing to find you a purebred golden dragon, a king with the noblest bloodline of the dragon race."

The Netherworld Demon chimed in, its eyes filled with disdain for the Thunder Dragon, as if mentioning the Thunder Dragon was a desecration of the dragon race's noble status.

Upon hearing this, Lu Lingxi was slightly taken aback, her brows furrowing slightly. "So... the dragon race is also divided by bloodline?"

"Otherwise what? Master, your understanding is truly worrying." The words of the Netherworld Demon were tinged with a hint of teasing, yet also contained a sincere reminder.

"If one day you have the opportunity to go to Dragon Valley, the dragons there are of many different kinds and in various forms, which will surely broaden your horizons and dazzle you."

This conversation with the ghostly demons did not deter Lu Lingxi; instead, it fueled her curiosity and adventurous spirit.

She secretly pondered that once the Five Nations Tournament concluded, if she had no urgent matters to attend to, she would definitely go to the legendary Dragon Valley to explore it and witness firsthand the splendor of the dragons that only existed in ancient legends and dreams.

Under the azure sky, Zisang Gucheng leaped onto the broad back of the Thunder Dragon. He glanced at everyone and said slowly, "Children, if you're all ready, come on up! We're about to set off."

As Zisang Gucheng finished speaking, ten boys and girls jumped onto the back of the Thunder Dragon one after another. When the last one was on his feet, Zisang Gucheng gave a command, and the Thunder Dragon seemed to receive the order. Its huge wings suddenly spread out, and then it soared into the sky, pointing straight at the heavens.

Their destination was the Kingdom of No Hope, a mysterious kingdom located west of the Kingdom of Lingyue. It would take about four to five days to reach the capital of the Kingdom of No Hope, Kongyou, from the capital of the Kingdom of Lingyue, Yanjing.

When Lei Long left the border of Yue Ling Yue Kingdom and stepped into the territory of Wu Wang Kingdom, an indescribable sense of oppression and unease, like an invisible burden, quietly descended upon everyone's heart.

Just then, a hurried voice came from within the space, "Master, there seem to be uninvited guests approaching from below!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Lingxi frowned, recalling the records about the Hopeless Kingdom in ancient books. It was said that the wilderness bordering the east and south of the Hopeless Kingdom was a forbidden land rarely set foot in by humans, and it had become the territory of various spirit beasts. The uninvited guests mentioned by Youming were very likely those powerful spirit beasts that occupied this place.

Just as Lu Lingxi was pondering, the air currents suddenly became turbulent, and a series of "whoosh" sounds came from below, like sharp arrows in the dark night, making people's hearts tremble.

The Thunder Dragon felt an unprecedented threat. In terror, it flapped its wings desperately, trying to escape the perilous sky.

"Everyone, perk up and be ready to fight at any moment!" Zi Sang Gu Cheng's voice pierced through the clouds and echoed in everyone's ears. Everyone instantly went into a state of high alert. Although Su Yu Wei was filled with fear, she still forced herself to remain calm.

"Whoosh whoosh—"

The strange noises in the air grew more intense. The Thunder Dragon seemed to be completely terrified by this unknown fear. It stopped flying and refused to take another step forward, no matter how much Zisang Gucheng urged it.

Zi Sang Gu Cheng and Bei Chen Hao Yu exchanged a glance, their faces filled with seriousness and tension.

A sharp, piercing sound shattered the silence, accompanied by the buzzing of countless tiny wings rapidly rubbing against the air.

Suddenly, a surging black tide rose up from the shadows beneath our feet, as if night had fallen, instantly swallowing up the surrounding light.

Wherever Zisang Gucheng and Beichen Haoyu looked, they saw nothing but dark shadows rushing towards them. Their faces turned pale involuntarily under this terrifying sight.

"We actually encountered bloodthirsty flying ants, and in such a huge number..." Zi Sang Gu Cheng's voice was full of shock.

These bloodthirsty flying ants are not ordinary insect-type spirit beasts, but are shaped by the purest and wildest spiritual energy in the world.

Their bodies are extremely small, yet exceptionally tough. Their shells are covered with dark scales that can absorb light. Their compound eyes, gleaming with a scarlet light, can pierce through the mist and lock onto every prey. Even the most agile creatures cannot escape the pursuit of these deadly eyes. They feed on blood, not only absorbing the life force of living beings but also penetrating armor to strike directly at the heart of their target. In short, once they have their eyes on you, unless you possess extraordinary abilities, there is almost no chance of survival.

Zi Sang Gu Cheng quickly scanned his surroundings and saw that the Thunder Dragon was completely terrified by this invisible fear. Its huge body was stiffly suspended in mid-air, its wings flapping gently, but it dared not move at all.

The swarm of bloodthirsty flying ants, dark and overwhelming, was approaching at a breathtaking speed. Their numbers and density were beyond imagination, like a rolling black storm, carrying the aura of death as it swept in.

"Everyone, prepare for battle!"

Zisang Gucheng's voice rang out at this critical moment. Faced with the impending devastating impact, they must unite as one to find a glimmer of hope in this endless darkness.

Several martial arts practitioners had already joined the battle, including Zisang Gucheng and Beichen Haoyu.

In this tense and fierce battle, a frail figure stood out—Su Yuwei, a girl who was usually as timid as a rabbit, was now suppressing her inner fear, her hands trembling as she softly chanted, "Fire Arrow, go!"

At her call, a slender arrow of fire leaped from her palm, shooting swiftly toward the center of the bloodthirsty flying ant swarm. However, it only stirred up a negligible commotion within the swarm before being overwhelmed by more flying ants, as if even this last resistance was so powerless.

"Dean, these bloodthirsty flying ants seem endless. What should we do?"

Bei Chen Haoyu's voice was tinged with anxiety. He swung his sword with all his might and shouted to Zi Sang Gu Cheng. However, the swarm of flying ants was like a black ocean. No matter how hard they tried, they could not budge it in the slightest. Instead, they gathered more and more, as if they were going to completely devour them.

Faced with this desperate situation, a resolute glint flashed in Zisang Gucheng's eyes. He knew that if things continued like this, everyone would exhaust their spiritual power and be doomed to die.

So he gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice, "Our only way out is to jump!"

Upon hearing this, Bei Chen Haoyu felt a chill run down his spine. For powerful individuals like him, Zi Sang Gu Cheng, and Lu Xing Lan, they might be able to use their cultivation to slow their descent and even find a foothold. But what about the students with shallower cultivation? Many of them had not even reached the Venerable level and were unable to stay in the air. This jump would be tantamount to pushing them into the abyss of death.

"But, the trainees..."

Bei Chen Haoyu's words were filled with undisguised worry. If they all died here before even participating in the competition, wouldn't Lingyue Kingdom be laughed at?

In that moment of despair and crisis, a martial arts practitioner's voice, filled with barely concealed anxiety and helplessness, cried out, "What do we do? There are too many of them; we can't possibly drive them back!"

Just when everyone was in despair and at their wits' end, a clear and melodious voice, like heavenly music, quietly rang in everyone's ears.

"Infernal Flames!"

Before the words were finished, a dazzling crimson light pierced the darkness, as if a raging flame summoned from the depths of hell, suddenly bursting forth before everyone's eyes.

The flames were intense and pure, carrying the power to incinerate everything, instantly turning the surroundings into a blazing sea of ​​fire.

The flames leaped and danced in the air like spirited sprites, not only beautiful but also ruthlessly devouring the bloodthirsty flying ants that attempted to wreak havoc.

The swarm of flying ants emitted a desperate buzzing sound as they struggled desperately to escape this land of death, surrounded by flames. But like moths caught in a spider's web, the more they struggled, the deeper they sank.

The tentacles of flame were everywhere, and those ferocious flying ants were devoured one by one by the flames, eventually turning into wisps of smoke and disappearing without a trace.

After the bloodthirsty flying ants were eliminated, everyone slowly turned their heads, their eyes all turning to the girl who had single-handedly turned the tide of the battle—Lu Lingxi Yao.

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