Chapter 536: Stop arguing, stop arguing

Who are you?

"Why are you disturbing my cultivation?" the Void Old Immortal asked gloomily.

Lu Yuan felt wary, "Senior, may I ask if we have done something wrong?"

"You have angered me."

The Void Old Immortal's eyes were deep, and he spoke slowly.

"My Void City is a forbidden zone; I don't want you to come near again."

Lu Yuan and Mo Di exchanged a glance, both feeling confused.

They had not done anything to anger the Void Old Immortal.

Although going to Void City was risky, they had previously had a cooperation plan with the Void Old Immortal.

"We're just here to find a person named Xueying." Lu Yuan tried to explain.

The Void Old Immortal snorted coldly, "Don't waste words, leave quickly."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuan felt surprised and confused toward the Void Old Immortal.

He didn't understand what exactly he had done to anger the other party.

"If that's the case, may I ask why you created this Void Vortex?"

Mo Di tried to sort out the clues.

"This is merely a show of force."

The Void Old Immortal replied coldly, "I hope you can keep your distance and not approach my territory again." At that moment, a passing wanderer looked around and said, "The traces left by Xueying after his departure are very faint, but we can find his whereabouts by searching for the Dragon Clan Pearls."

Everyone exchanged glances; they were unaware of the existence of the Dragon Clan Pearls.

The wanderer explained, "Each Dragon Clan Pearl contains immense power, and it is said to be related to Xueying."

"The Void Old Immortal uses these pearls to bind and control Xueying."

Hearing this, Lu Yuan's heart stirred.

He recalled having seen many Dragon Clan Pearls before, each emanating strong spiritual energy.

The wanderer pointed to the hidden cave beneath the pedestal, "Inside that cave there are many Dragon Clan Pearls, and perhaps among them lie clues to help you find Xueying."

Lu Yuan, Mo Di, and Su Liyan exchanged glances, deciding to enter the cave to search for the pearls.

Inside the cave, Lu Yuan discovered a large number of pearls radiating dazzling light.

He decided to distribute these pearls fairly among everyone.

"I suggest we each choose one pearl."

Lu Yuan proposed, "The rest shall all be mine."

The companions all agreed, and Lu Yuan appeared to have obtained the majority of the pearls.

However, during the distribution process, Lu Yuan had a little secret.

He discovered that the spiritual energy inside many of the pearls had been exhausted.

Therefore, in the process of fair distribution, he deliberately chose those pearls that still retained spiritual energy inside.

In the end, each person received a pearl that looked splendid and powerful, while Lu Yuan possessed all the rest.

"This is the result I wanted."

Lu Yuan secretly felt relieved. Upon hearing Lu Yuan's warning, the team members were startled.

At that moment, the ground discovered that the pearl in his hand had not a trace of spiritual energy.

Upon hearing this, everyone hurriedly checked their own pearls, and indeed they had no spiritual energy.

They did not expect that Lu Yuan had held back during the distribution of pearls, and yet they themselves had been deceived.

"Lu Yuan! Why didn't you tell us there was no spiritual energy in the pearls?" Zi Cui Ling demanded angrily.

Lu Yuan's face remained calm, and he answered word by word: "I did not deceive you."

"These pearls indeed have power, but their internal spiritual energy has been completely exhausted."

The crowd fell silent; although they were somewhat resentful, they could not truly blame Lu Yuan.

After all, in the arduous task of seeking Xueying, each person bore immense pressure and difficulty.

An Luo Feng lightly patted Su Liyan's shoulder, signaling her not to stay angry.

"Now blaming is useless."

An Luo Feng said, "We need to withdraw from here as quickly as possible; that is the most important."

Mo Di nodded, "She's right."

"The Phantom Shadow Valley is about to erupt in a Dragon Soul Storm; we must leave quickly."

Everyone expressed their agreement.

They understood that now was not the time for arguing and blaming, but to consider the next step's plan of action. Lu Yuan looked at everyone, he lightly clenched his grip on the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, hoping to use it to secure a slim chance of victory for all.

An Luo Feng sensed his inner conflict and struggle.

"We can find other pearls," An Luo Feng reminded Lu Yuan, "What matters most now is to find Xueying as soon as possible."

Lu Yuan nodded, understanding that indeed now is not the time for arguing and blaming.

"Sorry, Zi Xi'er."

He apologized to Zi Xi'er, "I didn't tell you the truth; it's my fault."

Zi Xi'er looked at Lu Yuan, who showed a slightly apologetic expression; she knew this young man, though exceptionally intelligent and talented, also had his own insurmountable limitations.

"You have already wasted too much time here."

At that moment, the Supreme Dao Ancestor suddenly appeared, breaking their silence: "Leave the Phantom Shadow Valley immediately, then decide what to do next."

A thought flashed through Lu Yuan's mind; he suddenly stopped his steps, looked toward the Supreme Dao Ancestor, and said, "Master, what if I could activate the powerful bloodline of these pearls?"

The Supreme Dao Ancestor was slightly taken aback, then laughed: "That's a good idea."

"Perhaps these pearls have remained unactivated for a long time, preserving strong bloodlines, and perhaps they could give birth to an astonishing existence."

"Lu Yuan's eyes flashed with excitement and anticipation; he no longer hesitated and headed straight into the depths of the cave."

"Supreme Dao Ancestor and the others closely followed."

"When they reached the depths of the cave, a strong scent of blood rushed over them."

"In the center of the cave stood a huge stone platform, upon which four dark-red pearls were placed."

"Supreme Dao Ancestor pointed at one of the pearls, 'This pearl is the Fire Dragon Bloodline Pearl; it is said that whoever possesses this pearl will wield the power of the Fire Dragon.'"

"Lu Yuan gazed at the Fire Dragon Bloodline Pearl, his heart filled with anticipation."

"He resolved to do everything possible to activate this pearl."

"The dragon blood essence he had previously dripped into it crystallized and gradually changed within the pearl, continually flashing red light."

"He placed the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword he held above the Fire Dragon Bloodline Pearl, and a bolt of thunderous power surged from the sword's body, merging with the power within the pearl."

"Suddenly, the Fire Dragon Bloodline Pearl emitted a strong light, illuminating the entire cave."

"Lu Yuan felt a vast and ancient power surging within his body."

"Supreme Dao Ancestor also showed a look of astonishment, 'This is the power of the Fire Dragon Bloodline!'"

"'Lu Yuan, you might be able to give birth to an astonishing existence—the Overlord Heaven Blood Dragon.'"

"Lu Yuan focused entirely on sensing the changes in the Fire Dragon Bloodline Power."

"If he could truly awaken the mysterious and powerful 'Overlord Heaven Blood Dragon' from legend, that would be an event of tremendous impact on the entire cultivation world."

"But before that, he himself also needs to become stronger."

"Lu Yuan thought of a good plan; after returning from the trial ground earlier, he felt much stronger, and he wanted to go to a new trial ground. (End of chapter)"