709: Battle Imminent, Winds Rising

Long Haochen's trial space, Guardian and Compassion.

When he opened his eyes.

Long Haochen found himself in an unfamiliar world.

But he did not lose himself in it for long.

The Light Wings on his back unfurled, and with a gentle flap.

His body rose from the ground.

In an instant, he soared past the treetops and above the mountaintops.

Looking down at the lush green mountains and clear waters below.

He could not help but feel deeply shaken.

The scenery before him was simply breathtaking.

Compared to Yu Long Pass's endless snow and monotonous landscape.

This place was practically a green paradise.

As far as the eye could see, everything was green.

Most importantly, the surroundings brimmed with rich life energy.

Towering, luxuriant trees covered nearly every inch of the ground.

There was not even a trace of soil or sand dunes to be seen.

Only endless vegetation stretched into the distance.

The vast, magnificent feeling was as though he stood within a green ocean.

What exactly would the Guardian Throne's trial be?

Standing amid this pure natural world, Long Haochen had no clue at all.

Surely, such a wonderful place had not been made for him to sightsee?

But since the Divine Throne had sent him into this space.

Then the trial had most likely already begun.

Thus.

He tried to communicate with Hao Yue.

After all, Hao Yue was no ordinary mount and had seen much of the world.

But to his surprise.

Hao Yue rejected his contract summons for the first time.

Unlike before, when it had always eagerly rushed out to face ruins and adventures alongside him.

It merely sent Long Haochen an encouraging emotion through their mental link.

Urging him to accept the challenge alone.

Long Haochen nodded.

Since that was the case, he