[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method":3,"chapter-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-423":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Heretic Trainer: The Gym Is My Cultivation Method",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1633327,2099,"Chapter 423: One-On-One With The Lizard","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-423",423,"\u003Cp>Navrel did not waste another second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black dragon spread its massive wings fully and roared. Dark energy exploded outward from its body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"[Demonic Dragon Domain].\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cavern shook.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A heavy wave of demonic pressure slammed into the walls and ceiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black energy flooded the chamber, forming a dark sphere that swallowed everything inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air turned thick. Hard to breathe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara staggered half a step. \"Ugh... this pressure...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza’s knees bent slightly, but she stabilized quickly. Her face remained calm, though her fingers tightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within the domain, Navrel’s body grew sharper and more solid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cracks between its scales glowed red, and its claws lengthened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My power rises,\" Navrel said smoothly. \"And all other creatures weaken.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dark energy pressed down on Dahlia’s shoulders, trying to force her down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia didn’t move, but instead she smirked. \"So you start with this, huh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stepped forward into the pressure, her boots cracking the stone beneath her. \"Then let me show you mine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bright aura burst from her body. \"[Sky Dragon Domain].\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blue-gold energy surged outward from Dahlia, pushing against the demonic darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cavern was split into two forces, black and gold colliding in the center.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her domain expanded around her like a storm in the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pressure around Clara and Eliza eased slightly as Dahlia’s energy stabilized the space around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But something felt strange. Navrel’s body did not slow. The dragon tilted its head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Interesting,\" Navrel said. \"My domain does not weaken you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia narrowed her eyes. \"You also seem unaffected.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two forces continued clashing, neither side suppressing the other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Navrel’s lips curled. \"To think a human could resist my domain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia rolled her neck once. \"Don’t underestimate me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stopped holding back. Her body shifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Scales formed along her arms. Her height increased slightly. Horns curved from her head. Her eyes glowed brighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She transformed into her humanoid Sky Dragon form.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath her cracked wider.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara stared in admiration. \"Okay... that’s still cool every time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza’s gaze sharpened. \"His aura is rising again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Navrel’s red eyes gleamed with hunger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Impressive,\" the dragon said. \"If I consume you, I will grow far stronger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia flexed her clawed fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then try.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two domains clashed harder, energy cracking the stone ceiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia suddenly turned her head slightly. \"Eliza. Clara.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara blinked. \"What?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Return.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara frowned immediately. \"What? We can fight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s eyes stayed forward on Navrel. \"This is beyond pirate level.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was firm now. \"Tell the others. Tell Elder Rachel.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza nodded instantly. She understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara hesitated for half a second, then clicked her tongue. \"Fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Navrel laughed. \"Sending them away already?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia didn’t respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara grabbed Eliza’s arm lightly. \"Let’s go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Navrel watched them leave but did not move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brave,\" the dragon said softly. \"Facing me alone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia lifted her chin. \"I don’t need backup.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her domain surged again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was truly one-on-one now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara and Eliza didn’t slow down once they left the hidden island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Dahlia told them to return, they moved without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their bodies cut through the sea like arrows, arms steady, and breathing controlled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Waves splashed against their shoulders, but neither complained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara gritted her teeth as they swam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is not the time to joke,\" she muttered. \"A demonic dragon... seriously.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza didn’t answer. Her expression was calm, but her eyes were sharp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We cannot waste time,\" she said quietly. \"If the dragon stabilizes fully, it will expand its domain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara nodded and pushed harder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they reached the docks of Muscle God Island, they didn’t even dry themselves properly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Water dripped from their clothes as they ran straight through the training grounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several disciples paused mid-rep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Sister Clara?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What happened?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara didn’t stop. \"Move.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They went straight to Rachel’s office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara pushed the door open without knocking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel was inside, reviewing scrolls. She looked up immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What happened?\" she asked calmly. \"Aren’t you two supposed to be at the pirate base? Have you destroyed it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara shook her head quickly, still catching her breath. \"No. Something much worse happened.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A Draconia member awakened a demonic dragon,\" she said clearly. \"It was sealed on a hidden island within our waters.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel’s eyes sharpened slightly. \"A demonic dragon?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara nodded fast. \"Yes. And now it’s active. It declared it wants to destroy God Gym.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel’s gaze shifted between them. \"And Dahlia?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara swallowed. \"She’s facing it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence filled the room for a brief second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza added quietly, \"The dragon is strong. It used a domain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel slowly placed the scroll down. \"I see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone remained gentle. \"Don’t worry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara blinked. \"Don’t worry?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel stood up calmly. \"Rest first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara stared at her in disbelief. \"But it’s a demonic dragon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel smiled softly. \"I know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She walked closer to them and placed a warm hand on Clara’s shoulder. \"But your Senior Sister is stronger than you think.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara frowned slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’ve never seen her full power.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza watched Rachel carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel’s smile remained calm, but her eyes were no longer soft.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To think Draconia would use demonic power,\" she said quietly. \"They are truly desperate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned toward the window, looking in the direction of the sea. \"This will become very interesting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara shifted uncomfortably. \"So... we’re not going?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel’s smile remained gentle. \"No need for now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara frowned slightly. \"But it’s a demonic dragon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel looked at her calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If Dahlia truly needs me,\" she said softly, \"I will go there myself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone was not loud, but it carried certainty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For now, you two rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara opened her mouth as if to argue, then closed it. She glanced at Eliza.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eliza gave a small nod. \"Understood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clara let out a slow breath. \"Fine. But if something explodes, I’m blaming Senior Sister.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel chuckled quietly. \"Go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them bowed slightly and left the room, closing the door behind them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The office fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel stood still for a moment, her eyes still on the distant sea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her smile slowly changed. \"Using demonic power inside our waters...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes sharpened slightly. \"I really did just get a good idea.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned away from the window and walked toward the door. \"If this plays out correctly...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her aura flickered faintly, warm but firm. \"This will be very interesting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She opened the door and stepped out of her office.\u003C\u002Fp>",1060,"2026-06-06T11:12:18.543Z",1,"novelbin.me","d6941faf86d4853a9470eb29b7f9b9af75e0d4696716e87e02c13dafbd9a3c08","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-424","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-76",613,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fheretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-cover.jpg"]