When the Universe Masters present heard that they could gain access to the inheritance simply by reaching the next hall, their eyes lit up with delight. Before long, however, they calmed down. They knew how powerful the Duan Donghe Inheritance was. Although it was only a passage, it certainly would not be easy, so they had to proceed cautiously.
Duan Donghe said, "This passage is very dangerous for you. You may use any means at your disposal. All you need to do is make it through alive."
As soon as he finished speaking, a rushing sound rang out, and the enormous sluice gate before them began rising automatically. They then saw a broad passage whose depths were impossible to discern. They could not tell what dangers lay hidden within it, but a Death Passage that Duan Donghe could use to assess inheritors was naturally extraordinary. Failure to pass through meant death, which still filled those present with apprehension.
Duan Donghe pointed at Lord Ying Ai, Lord Lu Chong, Lord Jin Fang, Lord Wu Liang, and Lord Liujiu, then said, "You five, go in first!"
The five Universe Masters were all taken aback by Duan Donghe's words. Why had Duan Donghe not told Luo Yuan to enter, instead giving him special treatment? Could there have been some backroom deal? Though dissatisfied, they dared not question Duan Donghe. Lord Ying Ai of the Divine Eye Clan had a fiery temper. Looking at Duan Donghe with some trepidation, he asked, "What about Lord Hun Yuan?" As he spoke, he pointed at Luo Yuan.
Although the other four Universe Masters said nothing, they all pricked up their ears, also wanting to know why Luo Yuan was receiving special treatment from Duan Donghe. After all, when Luo Yuan underwent the Cube Device's examination, Duan Donghe