Chapter 545: Chapter 545: Was Lin Xuan Eaten by the Great Demon?

Inside the ruins, Lin Xuan gazed around and asked in a cold voice, "Does anyone else wish to oppose me?"

The entire area fell silent. No one dared to respond; many even lowered their heads, not daring to meet his gaze. With even Mo Feng defeated, who would still dare to oppose Lin Xuan?

Seeing this, Lin Xuan strode toward the palace ahead. This time, he was determined to obtain the Wood Dragon Pearl.

Watching Lin Xuan enter the palace, Ru Meng said excitedly, "The Young Master will definitely acquire the Dragon Pearl this time!"

Huo Yuner and the others listened with immense envy. The members of the True Dragon Sect were practically insane with jealousy; they had all dreamed of obtaining a Dragon Pearl. This was especially true for Mo Feng. His entire reason for coming here was the Dragon Pearl, but now all he could do was watch as Lin Xuan claimed it. This feeling is indescribably awful... worse than death.

Just then, however, someone spoke up. "He might not get the Dragon Pearl."

Everyone was taken aback. What does he mean by that?

Ru Meng challenged, "Are you doubting the Young Master? Who could possibly be his opponent now?"

The man shook his head. "I’m not questioning Lin Xuan’s strength. He is indeed powerful—invincible among the younger generation. But none of you understand the situation inside that palace. Not long ago, a group of us went inside. The result? Every single one of them died. I was the only one who managed to escape."

Everyone’s expression changed dramatically upon hearing this. What was inside the palace? Was it that terrifying?

The man continued, "Demon Beasts. There are many terrifying Demon Beasts inside the palace. Each one is as enormous as a mountain. Those Demon Beasts can devour multiple Seven-Star Grandmasters in a single breath. No matter how strong that kid is, he’s no match for them."

The crowd erupted into a shocked uproar. Ru Meng and the others turned pale. The palace is that dangerous?

They rushed forward, shouting, "Young Master, don’t go in! It’s dangerous inside!"

"Young Master, come out quickly!"

But it was too late. Lin Xuan had already stepped into the palace.

Ru Meng and her companions gritted their teeth, preparing to rush in after him. Just then, several bestial roars echoed from within the palace, shaking the heavens and earth like rolling thunder. At the same time, a terrifying demonic aura billowed out. This aura, like a world-ending storm, swept across the land. Ru Meng and the others had barely taken a step inside before they were blasted backward by this overwhelming presence, and they landed hard, vomiting mouthfuls of blood.

The faces of the other cultivators changed drastically.

"Holy crap, what was that sound? Was that a Demon Beast’s roar?"

"Was that storm a demonic gale?"

"Good heavens, what kind of Demon Beast is in there? Its aura alone is this terrifying!"

One had to remember that Ru Meng, Chasing Wind, and Wu Chen were all Seven-Star Grandmasters. In fact, they were geniuses among their peers, their strength far exceeding most others present. And yet, the three of them were instantly sent flying. This could only mean that the Demon Beasts inside were far stronger than Seven-Star Grandmasters. They were possibly Grandmaster-level Demon Beasts! And there wasn’t just one.

This palace wasn’t a treasure trove; it was a Life Forbidden Land. Going inside was tantamount to courting death!

"Isn’t that Lin Xuan in danger then?"

"Holy crap, is he going to die in there?"

Everyone stared intently at the palace, wondering if Lin Xuan could make it out alive. But after waiting a long time, there was still no sign of him emerging.

"Holy crap, that guy isn’t really going to die in there, is he?" everyone exclaimed in surprise. To die in there would be a true waste.

"HAHAHAHAHA!" Lin Bahuang, who had been kneeling on the ground, suddenly leaped to his feet. "Lin Xuan, you’re doomed! So what if you’re strong? So what if you’re talented? So what if you’re a Dragon Warrior? You’re still dead!" He shouted and jumped with manic excitement.

Mo Feng was equally thrilled. That kid is dead? Excellent! My defeat at Lin Xuan’s hands left me in utter despair; he had become my nightmare. As long as he was alive, that nightmare would be eternal. But now, it’s over. Lin Xuan is dead. My nightmare is gone! So what if you’re a Young Emperor? So what if your talent is unmatched? A dead genius is nothing. But I... I can still become a Grandmaster, a King, and maybe even a being beyond a King!

Mo Feng stood up, trembling with excitement. The disciples of the True Dragon Sect burst into hearty laughter. That kid was finally dead, which was truly wonderful! The pressure Lin Xuan had exerted on them was immense, once driving them to the brink of despair. Now that he was gone, they were naturally overjoyed.

「Inside the palace.」

After Lin Xuan entered, he looked around with curiosity. The surroundings were not what he had expected. This place was like a Human Immortal Realm, filled with exotic flowers, rare herbs, and spiritual springs. There was even a lake.

In the lake, a lotus was in full bloom, and at its center sat a dazzlingly brilliant pearl. Lin Xuan’s eyes were immediately fixed on it, his body trembling with excitement. The Wood Dragon Pearl! This is the Wood Dragon Pearl! I’ve finally found the Wood Dragon Pearl!

Lin Xuan laughed joyfully, throwing his head back. He started to walk forward.

But at that moment, the forest shook and the earth trembled as colossal creatures charged out. A frog the size of a mountain squatted before Lin Xuan, blocking his path. A giant python soared through the air from a distance, coiling like a mountain range as it tried to crush him. Farther away, the lake’s water churned, and a turtle as large as a small hill emerged, letting out an angry roar at Lin Xuan.

The sound was earth-shattering and was accompanied by a terrible demonic aura that swept through the area. A Grandmaster-level demonic aura! These three Demon Beasts were all at the Grandmaster level. This was both terrifying and unbelievable.

Anyone else, even Mo Feng and all the others combined, would stand no chance against these Demon Beasts; they would be instantly slain. Yet, Lin Xuan remained indifferent. Grandmaster-level Demon Beasts? So what? Forget three, I wouldn’t bat an eye at thirty, or even three hundred of them. This was because Lin Xuan had an even stronger Demon Beast on his side: the Black Water Mystic Snake. And this was no ordinary mystic snake, but a Snake King.

Lin Xuan waved his sleeve and said, "Snake King, it’s your turn."

A tiny snake flew out from his sleeve, spiraling in the air. The next moment, its body expanded instantly, transforming into a colossal, sky-piercing serpent. It roared toward the heavens as an even more terrifying, King-level aura swept across the land.

Immediately, the Demon Beasts before it began to tremble in fear. The Snake King opened its blood-red maw and spewed a terrifyingly frigid aura that spread in all directions. Everywhere it passed, everything was sealed in ice. Those formidable Great Demons were instantly frozen solid.

「Outside.」

Ru Meng shook her head frantically. "Impossible! How could the Young Master possibly be dead?! The Young Master is the Young Emperor! He’s created countless miracles! He won’t die!" she insisted. "Just watch, he’ll definitely come out alive!"

"That’s right," Wu Chen agreed. "The Young Master still has the Divine Sword. Even if he can’t get the Dragon Pearl, he should have no problem making it out alive."

Chasing Wind added, "The Young Master’s speed is even faster than mine. He can definitely escape."

Others in the crowd murmured in agreement, speculating that he wouldn’t fall so easily.

Just then, an even more terrifying roar resounded from the palace. The sound was so powerful it seemed capable of overturning the world itself. At the same time, a wave of frigid aura swept out, threatening to freeze heaven and earth. As they felt this power, everyone began to tremble uncontrollably.

"What a terrifyingly cold aura! Is this from a Demon Beast?"

"What level is this Demon Beast? It’s too strong!"

"My god, the entire palace looks like it’s about to be frozen solid!"

"That’s a King-level Demon Beast!" Mo Feng exclaimed in shock. "There’s actually a King-level Demon Beast inside the palace!"

A wave of delayed fear washed over him. He felt lucky that he had been defeated and hadn’t gone inside; otherwise, he would be the one who was dead for sure. A King-level Demon Beast was unbeatable. Even the Sect Leader of the True Dragon Sect wouldn’t be able to stop it. That kid was definitely dead; there was no possibility of survival.

The people around were stunned. What? A King-level Demon Beast?

Lin Bahuang jumped for joy. "That kid is doomed!"

Huo Yuner shook her head and sighed, "Alas, Lin Xuan can’t possibly come out alive now. He’s powerful, but he can’t defeat a King-level Demon Beast. What a pity for such an extraordinary genius to die here."

How could this happen? Ru Meng fell into despair. Chasing Wind stood frozen in place. Wu Chen closed his eyes in resignation. Even with the Divine Sword, his death is certain now.

The distant crowd was in an uproar as a chorus of sighs arose. They all knew Lin Xuan was doomed.