Chapter 2: Entering the Dragon Hidden Mist Mountain

Two long swords pierced through the air, transforming into two giant dragons that intertwined and spiraled, forming a spiral sword aura that rushed towards Chen Tianhe in a deadly assault

Dong! Dong! Dong!

Xue'er

Be careful, Tian

Ling Bao let out a loud shout, his entire body becoming demonic, and he had actually learned this technique! The disciples of the Ling family were filled with surprise, but Ling Bao did not engage in a struggle with those in black. His immediate priority was to take Ling Tian away before the fog descended upon Longyin Mist Mountain.

Only a brief moment later, Sun Ming withdrew his gaze and then spoke aloud: "It has been several hundred years since the Qi Sect last recruited in our Qingshan City, and at that time, there were only two spots available"

Ling Ying decisively issued the order and then took the lead in charging forward, engaging in a fierce battle with Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family.

Sister Zhao, you are really too anxious, haha

Ling Ying's heart suddenly sank; the three families had surrounded them, likely having plotted this for a long time. Yet, the Ling family had not detected even the slightest hint of disturbance from the very beginning, which was rather terrifying.

Ling Hu and Ling Bao were taken aback, exerting all their strength in an attempt to save Ling Tian's mother. However, it was too late; after all, they only possessed the strength of the fifth level of Qi Refinement, how could they possibly compete with Sun Ming

Old Lady Zhao looked at Ling Ying in the distance and then continued, "Ling Ying, you probably do not know the current situation of the Ling family, do you!"

What happened?

Kill

Old Lady Zhao and Master Chen attacked Ling Ying from the left and right respectively

The figure in the black robe walked straight up to the head of the Chen family, leaned down, and whispered something in his ear. Upon hearing this, the head of the Chen family immediately brightened his eyes and then calmly nodded his head.

Suddenly, a voice as eerie as a ghost whispered in Ling Tian's ear, and the person who had arrived was none other than Chen Tianhe

It must not be like this

In a brief moment, he experienced the most despairing moment of his life, as his beloved wife died before his eyes, and the son he had once been so proud of was utterly incapacitated in his arms

Faster! Faster!

A crisp sound echoed as the long sword shattered, and the hasty defense clearly proved ineffective. Chen Tianhe's spear retained its full power, directly piercing through Ling Tian's shoulder

Come on!

Many people were somewhat surprised that Ling Tian was the first to appear, and even Ling Tian himself felt a bit unexpected. However, since his name was called, he would go up without hesitation. Looking around at Qing Shan City, Ling Tian considered himself invincible among his peers and had no fear of anyone.

Before the words had left his mouth, a sound of "swish" was heard as Ling Tian drew the long sword he carried with him, his figure flashing and vanishing in an instant, rushing at lightning speed towards Chen Tianhe on the opposite side

Someone spoke up in the stands, and everyone began to discuss fervently. Is it possible that this prominent family, which has stood in Qingshan City for hundreds of years, is truly facing annihilation today

Ling Tian, whose complexion was pale, secretly breathed a sigh of relief and then prepared to counterattack.

If nothing unexpected has occurred, the Ling family should have been completely wiped out by now

Ling Bao's gaze was icy, filled with countless murderous intentions

Blood Demon Transformation

Everyone was taken aback by this sudden turn of events, even Ling Tian on the competition stage was left stunned, momentarily at a loss for what to do

Ling Tian let out a loud shout, his aura surging dramatically as he instantly broke through Chen Tianhe's oppressive energy. Then, with a tremor of his long sword, he pointed it directly at the sky. Ling Tian did not flinch in the face of Chen Tianhe's spear; instead, he executed a sudden leap from the ground and charged directly forward.

This person is named Sun Ming, the lord of Qingshan City. His pair of hawk-like eyes is captivating, and combined with his formidable strength, when his cold gaze sweeps across the entire arena, almost everyone involuntarily shudders. When his eyes meet Ling Ying's, an unsettling aura seems to flow through the air.

Soon, the descendants of the four prominent families began to enter one after another. Ling Tian and a group of Ling family members followed behind Mr. and Mrs. Ling Ying as they walked in through the main entrance

A bald man clad in a black robe walked to the center of the arena, his gaze shadowy, devoid of eyebrows, with a scar running down the left side of his face, giving him a fierce and terrifying appearance

At that moment, the figures in black robes in the distance also caught up. They naturally sensed that something was amiss and did not dare to come too close, fearing that they would be trapped by the thick fog of Longyin Wushan, from which they would never be able to escape.

At this moment, an elderly man with a scruffy beard walked onto the arena. He waved his hand at the crowd, and once it was completely quiet, he slowly spoke: "The first match will be between Ling Tian of the Ling family and Chen Tianhe of the Chen family"

At this point, it is indeed meaningless for her to say any more.

The heads of the Zhao and Chen families watched the grandeur of the Ling family, their expressions gradually turning cold, as a cruel smile crept onto their lips

Seeing this from a distance, Ling Bao quickly rushed towards the arena, picked up the fallen Ling Tian, and dashed out of the venue. Ling Hu stayed behind to protect the other disciples of the Ling family.

Ling Ying roared in fury, his aura began to surge dramatically, and his breath escalated rapidly. At the same time, his entire being was enveloped in a blood-red light, his face began to twist and contort, a pair of horns sprouted from his forehead, his skin turned a crimson red like blood, veins bulged, and he appeared as a demon.

Ah!

Old Lady Zhao said to herself: "Long before the Longhua Conference began, we had already made all the preparations. As soon as the battle starts here, our three families will immediately launch a full-scale attack on your Ling family"

Ling Tian was taken aback, realizing that if he were to be hit this time, his dantian would surely be destroyed, resulting in the complete ruin of his lifelong cultivation and leaving his future bleak and devoid of hope

Sun Ming took the lead, blocking all the experts from the Ling family, including the second and third sons and Ji Xue. He was originally a master at the seventh level of Qi training, so he naturally had this capability. In terms of strength, apart from Ling Ying, the strongest in the entire Qingshan City was Sun Ming.

The city lord Sun Ming naturally noticed this as well, and he silently turned his gaze towards the head of the Chen family. He saw the head of the Chen family slightly nodding, and then he looked towards the head of the Zhao family

He smiled and cupped his hands towards Ling Tian, saying: "Chen Tianhe from the Chen family, please give me your guidance"

At this moment, he became calm instead; he set Ling Tian down, said nothing, and calmly took out his weapon as he walked towards the man in the black robe

Upon hearing this, Ling Ying paused his steps, as he faintly sensed something and chose not to speak.

I said it, such a terrifying technique, if there are no restrictions, wouldn't it be invincible in the world

As the personnel from the lord's mansion entered the venue, the arena of the Longhua Association gradually quieted down

This is the Blood Demon Transformation of the Ling family, everyone be careful

What is the situation

"Lao San, you take Tian Er and leave, the rest of you stay and hold them off for me"

The crowd, which had been fervently watching the match, suddenly felt a sense of confusion upon witnessing this scene, and the cheers diminished significantly. Ling Tian and Chen Tianhe on the competition field also noticed the anomaly and came to a halt. Ling Tian turned his head, looking at his father with a puzzled expression, unsure of what had just happened

Suddenly, Ling Hu let out a loud roar and activated the Blood Demon Transformation, leading the disciples of the Ling family to charge forward aggressively.

Ling Ying was furious; holding onto Ling Tian, he instantly rushed to Ji Xue's side. At this moment, the spiraling energy within Ling Tian had already been forced out by Ling Ying. He looked at his mother, his heart as cold as ice, yet he was too weak to utter a single word.

In the distance, the Ling Eagle witnessed this scene and let out a desperate roar. His eyes were bloodshot as he unleashed several powerful strikes, forcefully driving back Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family, rushing to Ling Tian's side

Chen Tianhe felt a chill in his heart and did not dare to be careless. He positioned his spear horizontally across his chest, stomped his foot with force, and his entire body leaped into the air, reaching a height of three zhang. He raised the spear high above his head and brought it down fiercely towards Ling Tian below.

The second son of the Ling family, Ling Hu, and the third son, Ling Bao, both possess only the strength of the fifth level of Qi training. Ling Tian's mother has only the strength of the fourth level of Qi training, and there is no need to mention the others. A practitioner at the seventh level of Qi training can easily handle those at the fifth level, and even if three more individuals were added, Sun Ming could still resolve the situation with ease.

Fortunately, it did not cause any serious harm

In a moment of utmost urgency, there was no time for Ling Tian to deliberate further. He decisively positioned his long sword in front of him, crouched down, and simultaneously channeled all his true energy into the sword in his hand

Ling Ying hurriedly reminded and decisively took action

Sun Ming issued the order, and immediately, several imposing figures in black robes, exuding an aura as vast as the sea, appeared on the competition field. As soon as these individuals emerged, they charged directly towards Ling Bao.

The crowd erupted in cheers, filled with anticipation for the upcoming match

As the words fell, the scene immediately erupted in warm applause, and everyone's enthusiasm was ignited in that moment

Click!

Ling Ying, upon seeing this, stood up abruptly and shouted angrily, "What do you intend to do!"

Ling Tian's heart suddenly sank to the bottom of the valley. Just to defend against Chen Tianhe's shot, he had already used all the true energy in his dantian. Now that this spiral energy had entered his body, he had no way to resist it any longer

The Blood Demon Transformation is a forbidden technique, belonging to the methods of the immortals. Ling Ying, it is rather late for you to realize its use now

Meanwhile, on the competition field, the disciples of the Chen family and the Zhao family brandished their weapons and surrounded the Ling family, each face revealing a murderous intent. The city lord, Sun Ming, also approached step by step with the people from the city lord's mansion, his expression growing increasingly cold and sinister, and combined with the scar on his left cheek, he appeared particularly fierce and terrifying

Puff!

Ling Ying set down Ling Tian, his cold eyes devoid of any emotion, as if these eyes did not belong to a human. He walked step by step towards Sun Ming, each step causing the ground to tremble, each step weighing heavily on the hearts of those present

At this moment, the expressions of Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family became exceedingly solemn, clearly indicating their awareness of the terrifying nature of this technique

The Ling family is finished

Old Lady Zhao had been waiting for this news for a long time. Now that she has received confirmation, she does not want to wait even a moment longer and suddenly stands up.

Stop them!

At this moment, Ling Tian's heart was like dead ashes, and he despairingly closed his eyes. He felt that he was doomed this time.

The spiral energy within him was wreaking havoc everywhere, stirring chaotically. Although he appeared to be intact on the outside, it would not be long before his insides turned into a mass of mush. Even if someone were to come to his rescue now, his future would be ruined, as his dantian had been destroyed at the very first moment.

Ling Bao was accelerating continuously, praying in his heart that as long as he passed Longyin Misty Mountain, there would still be a possibility of a turn of events.

Ji Xue spat out blood, and her entire body was sent flying more than ten meters away, her figure resembling a kite with a broken string, swaying precariously.

Upon hearing this, the crowd below erupted in an uproar. Several hundred years have swiftly passed; for immortals, it may not evoke much feeling, but for these mortals, it is sufficient for many things to become unrecognizable.

Chen Tianhe's complexion gradually turned cold and stern. He took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the surging energy and blood within him, and then leveled his gun, charging forward once more

It has happened!

Some individuals with insufficient strength were unable to withstand such immense pressure, and as a result, they were directly shaken to the point of spitting blood

Indeed, the battle revealed an overwhelming situation from the very moment it commenced. The numerous experts of the Ling family almost instantly showed signs of defeat, as Sun Ming's formidable strength far exceeded what they could withstand. Moreover, there were many disciples from the other two major families nearby, watching with keen interest.

On the day of the competition, the entire venue was teeming with people, and the entrance was so congested that not a drop of water could pass through. The arena was filled with spectators. Looking around, one could see a sea of people surging, with every seat occupied, creating an extraordinary atmosphere. The scale of the event and its grandeur were truly breathtaking.

Basically, as long as there are no unforeseen circumstances, the Ling family will definitely secure a spot, after all, Ling Tian's talent is evident to all. It would not be an exaggeration to say that he is the pride of the entire Qingshan City. Many people even believe that after today, Ling Tian will be a disciple of the Qi Sect, a true immortal! With this connection to Ling Tian, it is likely that in the future, it will be hard to say who will have a say in Qingshan City.

Ling Ying let out a roar towards the sky, tears streaming down his face; in this moment, he was filled with despair, his anger reaching its peak

With Sun Ming's command, the disciples of the Zhao and Chen families, along with the personnel from the city lord's mansion, surged forward to launch a fierce attack on the disciples of the Ling family

The head of the Chen family, who was standing by, added.

"Leave? No one from the Ling family can leave today! Kill them for me!"

Bang

Ling Tian smiled and nodded, then leaped down from the high platform, landing steadily in the center of the competition arena

Three days pass in the blink of an eye, and Longhua will arrive as scheduled

At this moment, everyone's gaze was captivated by the shocking scene, and no one noticed that a figure in a black robe had quietly entered through the entrance of the arena

Ling Ying furrowed his brows slightly, and a sense of foreboding suddenly arose in his heart. Sitting beside him was his wife, who was also Ling Tian's mother, named Ji Xue

However, before Ling Ying could respond, Old Lady Chen directly launched an attack, not even bothering to exchange a single pleasantry.

Ling Ying Psychology is well aware that as long as Sun Ming is killed, there is still a possibility to turn the situation around

At this moment, Ling Tian awakened from his unconscious state

Everyone, let's go!

Although only the City Lord's Mansion and the three prominent families are qualified to participate in the Longhua Meeting, this does not dampen the enthusiasm of the spectators. Moreover, the vast majority of people do not take this matter to heart. Even though many harbor dissatisfaction, believing that everyone should be eligible to compete, these are merely the futile thoughts of some common folk.

He turned back one last time to look at Qingshan City, where the sounds of battle rose and fell, and even from such a distance, they could be heard clearly, extremely brutal

The four cardinal directions of the competition venue have been left with some vacant spaces, reserved for the City Lord's Mansion and the three prominent families. The City Lord's Mansion is located to the due north, the Chen family to the due west, the Zhao family to the due south, and the Ling family to the due east

Sun Ming struck with a powerful palm, sending Ji Xue flying with the force of the palm wind

As this spiral energy force surged into Ling Tian's body, it began to wreak havoc as if a dragon had entered the vast ocean. Ling Tian's internal organs, all major acupoints, meridians, and bones, suffered severe damage without the protection of true energy.

If one escapes today, they will surely repay a hundredfold in the future

Sensing the unusual atmosphere in the arena, Ji Xue couldn't help but feel a bit puzzled and asked.

Chen Tianhe's face revealed a sinister smile, which appeared somewhat unsettling. He gripped the long spear tightly, then forcefully twisted it, sending a spiral of energy flying out once more, all of which astonishingly penetrated into Ling Tian's body.

Opposite him, a young man of about sixteen or seventeen years old approached, carrying a long spear on his back. This individual had clear brows and bright eyes, and was exceptionally handsome, clearly a dragon among men

On the other hand, Ling Tian's situation is much more perilous

Before him lay the misty mountains, and behind him were pursuing soldiers. Ling Bao came to a halt, a tragic smile appearing on his face. He knew that now there was truly no way to heaven and no door to the earth; at this moment, there was only the option of fighting to the death

Hmph, a group of shortsighted fools, do they not know that after today, there will be no more Ling family in this world

He glanced at the black-robed figure relentlessly pursuing him from behind, realizing that the situation was dire and survival was hopeless. At this moment, his dantian was destroyed, his future was bleak, and he had already become a useless person. With his third uncle accompanying him, he would only bring trouble to himself.

The lord's cultivation has advanced once again; he is able to control the Dragon Sound Wave with such skill, effortlessly penetrating others' spiritual platforms without causing any harm. What a remarkable technique this is

Though he spoke otherwise, Ling Bao understood in his heart that he was now at the end of his strength. Earlier, when he had been entangled with Sun Ming, he had already sustained serious injuries. Now, to forcibly employ the Blood Demon Transformation to send Ling Tian out of the city was already a miracle. To hope for survival without leaving Ling Tian behind was simply an impossible task.

Chen Tianhe remained calm and collected, immediately halting his movement. He then raised his long spear high and struck downwards with force. In an instant, a green energy wave, as thick as an arm, shot forth from the spear in his hand, transforming into a green dragon that charged towards the two massive dragons formed by Ling Tian's sword energy.

The heads of the other two prominent families also displayed various expressions, and the two discreetly cast a glance at the distant Ling Ying, a glimmer of coldness flashing deep within their eyes

Third Uncle, let go of me, just walk away by yourself

While he was in a daze, Chen Tianhe seized the opportunity to launch a surprise attack from the side. The long spear thrust forward, and a powerful spiral energy surged forth like a venomous dragon from the tip of the spear, directly aimed at Ling Tian's abdomen

At this moment, everyone was stunned! The heads of the Zhao and Chen families actually joined forces to deal with Ling Ying

Ling Ying, who was watching from the side, felt anxious but had no way to intervene. He was entangled with Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family, unable to free himself. Both Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family possessed the strength of the seventh level of Qi training. Although they were slightly weaker than Sun Ming, they were still in the same realm. Moreover, with the two of them working together, even Ling Ying, who was at the peak of the seventh level of Qi training, found himself somewhat at a loss.

Chen Tianhe quickly distanced himself at the first opportunity, while Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family stood nearby, observing quietly without taking immediate action

They are well aware that none of the three can die; if one dies, Ling Ying is likely to become invincible. As long as they can hold on for this quarter of an hour, the situation will immediately improve

Completed

Sun Ming would certainly not be foolish enough to challenge Ling Ying to a one-on-one duel. The blood demon transformation that Ling Ying employs grants him strength that can nearly rival that of a peerless master at the eighth level of Qi training. To face such an individual in a duel would be tantamount to seeking death.

Suddenly, Ling Ying made his move, without a hint of warning, and the target was none other than Old Lady Zhao

The eagle on the stand said calmly

Sun Ming, having previously engaged with Ling Ying, possesses a deep understanding of the Blood Demon Transformation. Upon hearing this, Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family suddenly realized, and their expressions were no longer as tense as they had been at the beginning

So fast

Upon seeing this, Sun Ming and the head of the Chen family immediately stood up as well

The tips of the swords and the blades of the guns clashed, and a powerful shockwave instantly swept across the entire arena. The two individuals each took several steps back, then steadied themselves, refraining from launching an immediate attack

Ling Bao understood in his heart that after today, there would probably be no Ling family left in the world. His elder brother had once used the Blood Demon Transformation, leaving behind an ailment that had yet to heal. Now, using the Blood Demon Transformation again, he would not be able to hold on for even a quarter of an hour, and his injuries would worsen.

He appeared calm, with an expression devoid of joy or sorrow, making it difficult for others to discern his thoughts

In the entire arena, only Sun Ming appears somewhat relaxed on the surface, yet he is equally tense inside, as he has previously witnessed the terror of the Blood Demon Transformation, and now he finds himself facing it once again

Ling Tian looked up, and a sharp whistling sound pierced the air, entering his eardrums. He saw that the spear in Chen Tianhe's hand resembled a giant dragon rolling in the waves. The spear was turned upside down, like a dragon soaring, and in an instant, it unleashed a powerful wave of energy that nearly knocked him off his feet

As soon as the Ling family entered the venue, they immediately attracted attention. Many prominent families from Qingshan City sought to establish good relations with the Ling family, eagerly approaching to engage in conversation. Various extravagant phrases flowed effortlessly from their lips, leaving Ling Tian, who was standing nearby, in a state of astonishment.

Ji Xue's strength was only at the fourth level of Qi Refinement, so she naturally could not withstand Sun Ming's full-force strike. Upon seeing her husband, she could only gently touch the face of Ling Tian in his arms, and before she could even say a word, she closed her eyes forever

At this moment, Ji Xue had already lost her composure; upon hearing the shouts of Ling Hu and Ling Bao, she instinctively turned her head.

First, take care of yourself!

Go ahead, this Chen Tianhe is the very talented direct descendant of the Chen family that I mentioned to you before. Since you are the first to take the stage, it is just right for you to warm up against him

Sun Ming waved his hand and continued, "This time, the Qi Sect is once again recruiting in our Qingshan City, offering a total of three slots. However, as everyone knows, there are four major forces in Qingshan City. Therefore, to ensure the fair distribution of these slots, the Longhua Association was established. Now, I declare the official commencement of the Longhua Association"

I am not worthy of your guidance, swords have no eyes, be careful

The entire venue was silent as a grave. Although everyone had long suspected that this was a premeditated conspiracy, they were still deeply shocked when they heard with their own ears the acknowledgment from Old Lady Zhao and the head of the Chen family.

Wow

Swish

As soon as the Ling family entered the venue, they immediately attracted the attention of many people in the arena. Everyone knew that this time the Qi Sect had granted three outer disciple slots to Qingshan City. Although this number is somewhat small, for a tiny city like Qingshan City, which is surrounded by mountains on all sides, it is already a great blessing.

The weather is nice

However, the heavens do not fulfill human wishes. At that moment, a fierce dark wind suddenly swept through the air, and the temperature around dropped sharply. Ling Bao's speed slowed down instantly, as if he had fallen into a swamp

Although the head of the Chen family said this, his actions were not at all lacking; he struck decisively and ruthlessly, targeting the head of the Ling family, Ling Ying

The Blood Demon Transformation has very serious side effects, and it can only last for a quarter of an hour. As long as we can hold on for that quarter of an hour, the Ling family will be nothing more than lambs to the slaughter

They exchanged a smile, now thoroughly enjoying Ling Ying's expression of despair.

Silence, a silence akin to death

What on earth is going on

He watched his third uncle's calm figure, tears streaming down his face. Finally, he took one last look at Qingshan City, then resolutely charged into Longyin Mist Mountain, covering the blood hole in his shoulder.

No

Ling Ying spoke up

Old Lady Zhao was horrified and retreated rapidly. Seeing this, the head of the Chen family immediately took action, while Sun Ming rushed over from behind.

No

Save me

In comparison, the other two prominent families, including the City Lord's Mansion, although there are some conversations, are far inferior when compared to the Ling family

Ling Tian struggled to rise from the ground, his entire body creaking with the sound of bones. The pain caused beads of sweat to form on his forehead. With a "puff," Ling Tian spat out a mouthful of fresh blood

Fool, how dare you be distracted while competing with me

In the distance, Ling Bao moved with the speed of a meteor, breaking out of the city in just a few steps. Behind him, a group of individuals in black robes relentlessly pursued him, continuously launching attacks.

Be quiet!

At that moment, a resounding voice echoed throughout the entire arena, instantly capturing everyone's attention. This voice contained faint sounds reminiscent of a dragon's roar, easily penetrating the eardrums and striking directly at the minds of all present, leaving them with a sense of dizziness.

Oh no

Do you think this is the end?

Sister-in-law

On the other side, Ling Tian's mother also noticed his situation, and her heart ached as if it were being cut by knives. She wished to come over, but due to her insufficient strength, it was simply impossible. However, at that moment of distraction, Sun Ming's figure appeared behind her like a ghost!

The Ling Tian Long Sword soared through the air, and the person leaped into the sky, the long sword in hand ringing out with a clear and crisp sound. Immediately after, to Chen Tianhe's astonishment, the long sword unexpectedly split into two, attacking him from the left and the right.

Boom

Ling Bao's heart sank, realizing that something was amiss; Longyin Wushan had unexpectedly become foggy at this moment

Ling Tian's gaze was piercing, and he thought to himself: This Chen Tianhe is indeed formidable, a worthy opponent; however, the final victory will surely belong to him

Silly child, what are you saying? The ones behind are merely a group of insignificant people, they cannot do anything to Uncle San!