As the pressure from the Law of Wind being released by Feng Youyou gradually intensified.

The faces of the two elderly men in the Sixth Layer of the Dominator Realm and the two middle-aged men in the Third Layer, including Shi Huo, all darkened.

Furrowing their brows, their eyes flickering with disbelief.

Now, the oppressive force of Feng Youyou was on par with that released by a powerhouse in the Seventh Layer of the Dominator Realm.

"Do you want to continue fighting? If you keep going, the ones who will lose will only be the two of you!"

Feng Youyou coldly shouted.

Roar!!!

At this moment, the Golden Barbaric Bull let out a roar, directly transforming into its true form. Its massive, golden body emerged.

In its true form, the strength of the Golden Barbaric Bull was even more frightening, its power surpassing that of an average Sovereign Realm Tri-Layered Powerhouse.

Upon seeing the Golden Barbaric Bull, the expressions of Shi Huo and his companions changed once again, and the two middle-aged men appeared grave.

Facing this Golden Barbaric Bull, even working together, they had little confidence in winning, as the combat power of a Divine Beast greatly exceeded that of a Martial Artist.

"Young Master, the opponent has two great powerhouses by their side, and it’s difficult to take them down quickly. We’re too close to the Holy City, and it will be troublesome if the strong ones from the Holy City are drawn out. We should retreat for now!"

One of the two elderly men said in a deep voice as he looked at Shi Huo.

"Alright!"

Shi Huo contemplated for a moment, finally deciding to temporarily leave, casting a deep glance at Xiao Yifeng before quickly leaving with the group of five.

"Who are these people? Such strong power? And what is that Red Flame Fruit, worth sending such powerful masters to deal with you? If I hadn’t appeared, you would have been in big trouble."

Feng Youyou asked.

"Their background is complex; I haven’t completely figured it out myself. As for the item they want, it’s a special fruit that can create an immensely powerful physique."

As Xiao Yifeng spoke, he added, "Let’s go quickly, before another group appears; forget about resting tonight!"

Xiao Yifeng retrieved the Golden Barbaric Bull, taking Feng Youyou back to the Holy City, heading straight to the Ling Sect.

"Bai Lang, what’s happened to you?"

When Xiao Yifeng returned to the Ling Sect, he encountered Bai Lang, but Bai Lang was covered in blood, his face pale and colorless, his aura chaotic and languished.

His internal organs severely damaged, his power completely depleted, and Bai Lang’s essence blood was nearly gone.

A person’s essence blood is crucial for life, and lacking it completely spells ultimate decay and death.

Though his hair had always been white as a different shade, now it appeared even whiter—indicating total depletion of his life energy.

Bai Lang’s Divine Soul within his mind was also severely damaged; overall, he was gravely injured.

At this moment, Yun Feiyang, Ling Xiuyuan, and others gathered around Bai Lang.

"I’m fine, don’t worry about me. I just need to go back and practice a bit!"

Bai Lang spoke, then allowed Yun Feiyang and Ling Xiuyuan to help him back to his room.

"What happened? How could Bai Lang suddenly suffer such severe injuries?"

Luo Qianyu and Ling Jie were filled with confusion; Bai Lang had always been a powerful and mysterious presence in their eyes, and now he was in such a state.

Before, while accompanying Bai Lang on expeditions, they had witnessed his terrifying strength, but never expected he’d be injured so severely today.

"He likely encountered a very strong opponent, consuming his own essence blood and life energy through a Secret Technique to reach this state. The opponent he faced must have had at least Titular Dominator level strength!"

Feng Youyou said.

Xiao Yifeng’s eyes flickered; he hadn’t expected Bai Lang’s sudden situation, wondering who could wield such strength against him.

Soon, Ling Xiuyuan and Yun Feiyang returned, and Xiao Yifeng stepped forward to ask, "Elder, didn’t Bai Lang go out to handle something, how did this happen?"

"A mysterious powerhouse descended earlier; Bai Lang seemed to recognize him and held a grudge, and then they went out to fight. He just returned in this state!"

Yun Feiyang responded tersely.

"Mysterious powerhouse? Who is it?"

Xiao Yifeng asked abruptly.

"We don’t know!"

The two shook their heads.

"Alright, you all head back; don’t worry too much, it’s fine. The Dragon Ranking Competition starts tomorrow. Rest well and prepare for the last battle of the Dragon List!"

Ling Xiuyuan addressed Xiao Yifeng and his group.

Though Xiao Yifeng and the others remained puzzled, they headed back.

"Alas, who would have thought that person’s power was so dreadful, forcing Bai Lang to this point!" 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

Yun Feiyang sighed.

"I told you before, the opponent should be on the same level as the Master of the Starry Sky. Bai Lang, being one of the Ten Great War Generals under the Master of the Starry Sky, might not necessarily defeat them."

"But being driven to this extent indicates that person’s strength is indeed formidable. I wonder which power he belongs to!"

Ling Xiuyuan remarked softly, his eyes shining.

Returning to his room, Xiao Yifeng worried for Bai Lang’s injury but was powerless to help; he could only pray for Bai Lang’s recovery.

In the fragments of memories Xiao Yifeng had awakened, he hadn’t come across Bai Lang, yet he felt a caring presence from Bai Lang.

With a connection to the Ancient Starry Sky Seal, offering it to him, and close ties to the Tianchen Sect, obviously Bai Lang might have been part of his past life, sharing a deep bond, making Xiao Yifeng naturally hope for Bai Lang’s well-being.

Pushing aside these thoughts, Xiao Yifeng began his cultivation; tomorrow’s competition marked the last opportunity to claim the Dragon List’s first place, demanding practice to enhance his strength.

Once Xiao Yifeng started training, he soon entered the Cosmic Star River, where he faced the nine mystic doors again, with four already opened, filled with a dark vortex.

"Why have I returned to this place again?"

Watching this scene, Xiao Yifeng displayed a surprised expression. This time, not having taken out the Yin-Yang Forbidden Tome, he hadn’t anticipated entering this place regardless.

"What’s behind these nine doors?"

Xiao Yifeng’s eyes displayed curiosity as he gazed at the nine doors, instinctively approaching the first door.

Standing before the door, he observed the dark vortex, seemingly prepared to swallow him whole, prompting a deep breath and a light touch on the swirling darkness.