"It wasn't that every Immortal Lord or Ghost Lord could wield this kind of power. Each expert beyond the ranks of the titled lords had a different understanding of the objects that suppressed their realms, and each focused on something different.
"Many years ago, I began to sense this power. But communicating with an object that suppressed a realm could lend me more or less strength. After all, it was an external force, and it might even affect my own cultivation. So I had to be extremely cautious.
"I've long yearned for this power, yet I never dared take that crucial step. Eastern Pill Saint, as the strongest member of the Dragon Clan in this era, do you dare face what I'm about to unleash?"
Black Mountain Ghost Lord needed time to build his momentum. He knew full well that this would not escape Lu Xiaotian's keen eyes. If Lu Xiaotian attacked, his rise in power would soon come to an abrupt halt.
"What's there to fear? I'd like to see just how powerful you can become." Lu Xiaotian studied Black Mountain Ghost Lord, his expression unchanged.
This choice might put him at considerable risk, but now that he had encountered this situation, he might face it again in the future.
Since that was the case, he might as well learn about it now. Avoiding it would solve nothing.
In their current situation, Lu Xiaotian would face no interference from the outside world. He could carefully observe Black Mountain Ghost Lord's transformation. He might never get such a good opportunity again.
"Hahaha! Good! You truly live up to your name, Eastern Pill Saint, renowned across several realms. Your courage puts me to shame!"
Black Mountain Ghost Lord laughed heartily. "I've been famous for countless years and have taken countless lives,