Dragon God Nine Trials: The Ninth Trial Begins!
In the vast Dragon Valley, a gentle breeze carried an ancient aura. Xu Xingyu stood atop the Star Dragon Tower, with Gu Yuena and Gu Qiuxi beside her. Both women wore solemn expressions, their eyes filled with a mixture of worry and anticipation. Before them stood Ya Lin'er, holding the Dragon God Scepter, radiating a powerful aura akin to the surging power of a sea of time.
"Are you really ready?" Ya Lin'er asked solemnly, her gaze deep and sharp.
"From the moment I accepted the Dragon God Nine Trials, I knew this day would come." Xu Xingyu shone brightly, her tone filled with unwavering determination. "No matter the outcome, I will give it my all. This is my responsibility, and it is my choice!"
Ya Lin'er gazed at him for a moment, then nodded gently. "Alright. In that case, come with me."
She turned around, and with a slight wave of her scepter, the grand array at the top of the Star Dragon Tower slowly opened, revealing a hidden staircase leading to the core of the Star Dragon Tower amidst the shimmering light.
The three followed closely behind, climbing the steps until they finally reached the top of the Star Dragon Tower.
This is a naturally formed sacred realm, where vast starlight surges like waves, illuminating the entire space. Two powerful Divine Artifact float in mid-air, radiating dazzling light. One is the Ascending Dragon Pillar, its entire body shimmering with nine colors and countless Dragon Clan Dragon Ascension Pillar, while the other is the Dragon God's Heart, exuding a warm glow.
Everyone present felt that ancient and majestic power, especially the Dragon God's Heart, which began to radiate a soft yet ardent glow the moment Xu Xingyu stepped into the space.
"It's responding to you," Ya Lin'er said softly, a hint of relief in her voice. "It's waited too long."
Xu Xingyu walked slowly to the Dragon God's Heart and gently stroked it. At that moment, he seemed to be able to feel the emotions of this Divine Artifact: a loneliness and longing that had been waiting for ten thousand years.
"I'm sorry to have kept you waiting," Xu Xingyu said softly, her voice gentle and apologetic.
Time seemed to flow backward, Xu Xingyu's thoughts returned to the Five Elements Continent ten thousand years ago, when Dragon Valley and Dragon Soul needed the power of the Dragon God's Heart to maintain themselves. Now, she could finally let it return to its true moment of inheritance.
The light of the Dragon God's Heart grew ever brighter, seemingly responding to Xu Xingyu's emotions. At this moment, the bond between the human heart and the Divine Artifact reached a subtle resonance.
"How should we begin?" Xu Xingyu turned her gaze to Ya Lin'er.
Ya Lin'er smiled slightly, waved her scepter, and summoned a complex and mysterious array. "Since you are ready, then I will open the gate to the final assessment ground. However, this will also require the assistance of the Golden and Silver Dragon King."
Gu Yuena and Gu Qiuxi already understood this; they nodded simultaneously and stepped forward.
"Xingyu," Gu Yuena said softly, a hint of worry in her eyes, "We will lend you a hand, but you must be careful."
"If anything happens to you, don't blame me for coming after you with the kids."
Xu Xingyu smiled as she looked at her lover's pregnant belly and said gently, "I'll be fine, because I still have you all."
Gu Qiuxi patted Xu Xingyu on the shoulder, her tone firm. "Go ahead, don't worry, we all believe in you. Brother Xingyu, don't keep us waiting too long."
"Don't worry, leave it to me."
After giving some instructions, the three of them stood in different positions within the formation. Ya Lin'er raised her scepter, and a burst of light erupted from her body.
"In the name of the Dragon God High Priest, and also in the name of the current Time Dragon King, I hereby formally declare:"
The Dragon King's restraints are lifted; the Dragon Clan's decision begins!
Nine Great Dragon Kings slumbering in Dragon Valley! Do you acknowledge that Xu Xingyu is qualified to inherit the Dragon God Position?
Ya Lin'er's voice was like thunder, echoing throughout the space.
"Water Dragon King, admit it!"
At Ya Lin'er's call, a dark blue light flashed from the void, transforming into a crystal-clear Dragon King Soul Bone that surrounded Xu Xingyu.
"Fire Dragon King, admit it!"
A blazing flame then erupted, and a crimson radiance joined it, adding another Dragon King Soul Bone.
"Wind Dragon King, admit it!"
A vibrant green hurricane swirled, symbolizing the arrival of the Wind Dragon King's power, which transformed into the third Soul Bone, encircling Xu Xingyu.
"Earth Dragon King, admit it!"
The earth's calm aura followed, and the fourth Soul Bone emitted an earthy yellow glow, merging into the Soul Bone's Halo.
"Light Dragon King, admit it!"
A dazzling golden light suddenly emerged, as if from the endless sun. The power of the Light Dragon King carried an incomparably pure aura, and the golden light transformed into the fifth Dragon King Soul Bone, surrounding Xu Xingyu and radiating a reassuring and holy aura.
"Dark Dragon King, admit it!"
A deep darkness descended, as if night had fallen, impenetrable even to light. The power of the Dark Dragon King was steady and profound, and the sixth Dragon King Soul Bone, symbolizing mystery and unfathomable depth, slowly took shape, surrounding Xu Xingyu with an undeniable majesty.
"Space Dragon King, admit it!"
Ripples spread across the space, and a pure and profound silver light tore through the void. The power of the Space Dragon King seemed capable of shaking heaven and earth, and its arrival carried an aura of intertwined time and space. The seventh Dragon King Soul Bone took shape beside Xu Xingyu, shrouded in a layer of slightly distorted spatial fluctuations.
"Time Dragon King, admit it!"
The flow of time suddenly slowed down, and the entire space was filled with the aura of the long river of time. The power of the Time Dragon King surged in silently like an invisible tide. The eighth Dragon King Soul Bone, symbolizing the dominion of time, appeared with a mysterious cyan-gold light, interlocking with the other Soul Bone.
"Mountain Dragon King, admit it!"
The earth trembled, as if billions of mountains were awakening at the same time. A dense, earthy yellow light rose from the depths of the earth, and a heavy, mountain-like power enveloped Xu Xingyu. The power of the Mountain Dragon King exuded an unshakable majesty, and the ninth Dragon King Soul Bone transformed into a majestic earthy yellow radiance, completely protecting Xu Xingyu within it.
Each recognition was accompanied by a powerful force, and Xu Xingyu's body was gradually enveloped in a nine-colored Halo of Soul Bone light.
His aura grew ever more magnificent, as if the heavens and earth trembled.
The nine Dragon King Soul Bone that had been separated back then gathered around Xu Xingyu once again, seemingly to witness the moment when Xu Xingyu became the Dragon God, on behalf of the departed Dragon King.
Feeling the blessings of her brothers and sisters from her past life, Xu Xingyu knew that this time she could only succeed; failure was not an option!
They, the Dragon Clan —no...not just the Dragon Clan! The entire Beast Clan and human races have waited far too long! It's time for the Dragon God to return!
At that moment, Ya Lin'er took a deep breath and raised her scepter high. "With the support of the Golden and Silver Dragon King, I will open the Land of Inheritance. May the glory of the Dragon God once again grace the world!"
As soon as he finished speaking, a nine-colored beam of light shot into the sky, piercing the heavens. The light was filled with boundless majesty and holiness, and went straight to the place of inheritance.
Without hesitation, Xu Xingyu looked resolutely at the pillar of light, glanced back at Gu Yuena and Gu Qiuxi, nodded slightly, and then stepped into it.
Nine-colored light enveloped his body, causing the space to tremble violently, as if the entire world had come to a standstill. His figure gradually disappeared into the pillar of light, and the final test had begun!
The next moment, the pillar of light slowly closed, returning to calm, leaving only a deep starry sky, from which the faint sound of ancient dragon roars could be heard.
Gu Yuena clenched her fists and whispered, "Xingyu, we must succeed!"
Gu Qiuxi sighed, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes. "I hope we can stay here and wait for his triumphant return."
As Ya Lin'er watched the fading light, she murmured softly, "This will be his final choice. I hope you can live up to expectations and restore the glory of the Dragon Clan."