Inside the Slaughter Dragon City's central hall.
Blood mist pervaded the air above the three thrones.
The three Dragon Emperors were in a discussion.
One said, "What kind of supreme dragon blood essence did Long Qinglan take from us? Judging from the boy's dragon form, he doesn't seem to be one of the three syndicate dragons we know of."
"I don't understand. That guy has always been mysterious. We can't even guess whether he's dead or alive. He's already reached a heaven-defying level."
"Then what should we do with the boy? If Long Qinglan is still plotting, then the boy must be a crucial step. Is it really a good idea to bring the boy here?"
"No need to think too much. Let's just wait and see. Long Chen has too many secrets, and they're all covered up. Even we can't see through them. Once time passes, everything will come to light."
They were silent for a moment.
Then, another Dragon Emperor said with a smile, "Those from the Devouring Dragon City seem to care about the boy. They've come many times to ask about him. Do they want revenge?"
"That's right. Many of them died at Long Qinglan's hands. Even their second Dragon Emperor died in battle."
"Don't worry about them. Just do your own thing. As for what to do with Long Chen, let him guard the Celestial Blood Hell for now."
"Let him guard there. If he can't come out all year round, won't that be no different from imprisonment?"
"Aren't we putting him under house arrest?"
At this point, the three Dragon Emperors laughed.
Just then, they found it strange that Xue Chi had come with Long Chen.
Xue Chi didn't come in. Long Chen looked up. The three strange blood mist were still floating above the thrones, extremely ethereal and difficult to see.
These were terrifying figures from countless years ago, rulers of the Dragon God Realm. Long Chen was in awe. He bowed his head and said, "Disciple Long Chen greets the three Dragon Emperors."
After saying that, he went straight to the point and said, "The three of you, I would like to go out for a while and head to the Dark Deity City to take care of some private matters. After I'm done, I will return immediately. There is indeed an urgent matter, and I hope that the three of you can allow it."
Originally, if it was an ordinary disciple, there would be utterly no need to seek permission from the three Dragon Emperors when entering and leaving Slaughter City, but Long Chen's identity was special, so he had the qualifications to come here.
The three Dragon Emperors had asked Long Chen to be the guard of the Sky Blood Hell. They didn't expect him to want to go out.
They were silent at first.
Finally, one of the Dragon Emperor said, "You can't leave the Slaughter Dragon City, or else your life and death will have nothing to do with us."
Long Chen naturally understood that there were many people outside who wanted to find trouble with him.
However, he had nothing to be afraid of, so he said, "I understand. I will return as soon as possible. I hope the three of you can agree. Long Chen will never forget this."
Hearing the words "never forget", the three Dragon Emperors were indeed a bit shocked.
Of course, they understood that with Long Chen's talent, if he didn't die prematurely, he would probably become another Long Qinglan in a hundred or even a thousand years.
It seemed that his mind was not a big problem for the moment.
If he could really serve the Human Tribe, befriending him would bring great help to the Slaughter Dragon City, although Long Chen was obviously still inconspicuous.
"Are you sure that I will only give you one chance to go out in ten years? Are you sure it will be this one time?"
One of the Eternal Dragon Emperors said.
His method was very clever. First, he would make Long Chen feel grateful, and then, as the price, he would imprison Long Chen for ten years.
Long Chen couldn't object anymore. Even if it would be dozens of years, he had to agree first. After all, Li Xuanji was in a critical situation, and he still had a lot of time. He didn't need to be afraid of ten years. Therefore, he didn't hesitate too much, and said directly, "I agree."
Hearing this, the three Dragon Emperors agreed to his request.
"Go out. I will give you ten days. When the time is up and you haven't come back, Xue Chi will personally bring you back."
Long Chen was very happy. He hurriedly thanked them, "Thank you, three Dragon Emperors. Long Chen will never forget it."
With that, he excused himself.
Of course, he knew what they were thinking. As long as they didn't dare to kill him, they would be afraid of him. That was all because of his talent, and because they weren't sure whether Long Qinglan was dead or alive.
Therefore, Long Chen also had the ability to fight against them.
Therefore, he prepared to leave the Slaughter Dragon City immediately.
… …
From the conversation with the three Dragon Emperors, Long Chen felt their conflicted attitude towards him. For them, he was indeed a big trouble.
They didn't dare to kill him, because they were worried that Long Qinglan wasn't really dead.
However, if they didn't kill him, one day, he would grow to the point where he couldn't be controlled like Long Qinglan. Therefore, they were worried that that would happen. Therefore, they didn't want to completely become enemies with Long Chen.
Among the five Dragon Cities, the Life Dragon City and the Fortune Dragon City didn't say anything. The Devouring Dragon City was firm. The Eternal Long Chen was the closest to Long Chen, but he was indifferent. The Slaughter Dragon City could only be a bit closer to Long Chen, just in case.
That was also the reason why the three Dragon Emperors brought the hot potato, Long Chen, back to the Slaughter Dragon City.
In exchange for Long Chen staying in the Slaughter Dragon City for ten years, the five Dragon Cities would know whether Long Qinglan was dead or alive. Therefore, it was a good deal for the three Dragon Emperors.
Long Chen left the Slaughter Dragon City alone.
His appearance in the Slaughter Dragon City attracted a lot of people's attention. On one hand, Long Chen was very powerful. On the other hand, he had ridiculous words. Suddenly, he became the focus of everyone's discussion.
"Where does he want to go?"
"I don't know. Seems like he wants to leave the Slaughter Dragon City."
"He really doesn't know. He is already under house arrest. He wants to go out. How ridiculous. Let's go. Let's follow him. Let's see him being chased back by the Blood Dragon Army."
Along the way, many Dragon Warriors were waiting to see a good show.
Soon, Long Chen rushed out of the Slaughter Dragon City. There were thousands of Blood Dragon Army patrolling outside. When they saw Long Chen, at least dozens of Divine Dragons surrounded him.
"Long Chen, you can't leave the Slaughter Dragon City."
A huge Divine Dragon rushed to Long Chen, its eyes flickering with ghostly flames.
It was the Ghostly Shadow Blood Kill Dragon.
Long Chen raised his head and said, "I have the permission of the three Dragon Emperors."
Thousands of divine dragons roared with laughter. Long Chen was indulging in the wildest fantasies. The three Dragon Emperors had imprisoned him here. How could they let him leave?
At this moment, Xue Chi appeared in the sky.
"Commander."
The Blood Dragon Army took human form and half-knelt on the ground.
"Let him out."
Xue Chi said casually and disappeared in the blink of an eye.
Everyone's eyes widened as they looked at each other. By this time, Long Chen had already passed them and disappeared into the blood sea. He didn't have time to waste here. He didn't know if Li Xuanji could hold out until he arrived. Anyone would be tempted by something as heaven-defying as the corpse of an Ancient God.
Long Chen had obtained the location of the Darkness God City from the map he had obtained before.
With his speed, it would take him three days to get there in a straight line.
Long Chen rushed out of the blood sea around the Slaughter Dragon City and came to a vast land filled with wild beasts. Long Chen turned into a blood-colored beam of light that shot through the sky like a shooting star. With his current strength, he would be a top expert anywhere in the Eternal God Domain.
"I'm out of the Slaughter Dragon City. It will take me two days to get there," Long Chen said to Li Xuanji through a star talisman.
Inside the Star Talisman, the stunning beauty seemed a little haggard. Her silent eyes revealed warmth and expectation as she said softly, "Be careful. When you arrive, I will go out to pick you up."
"Alright. By the way, can you hold out for two days?"
Asked Long Chen.
Li Xuanji felt a sense of warmth in her heart when she saw how much he cared for her. Her lips curved slightly, revealing a smile. "The young master of the Darkness Divine City, Ye Liuxiang, hasn't returned yet. It'll probably take him three days to get here. He's the one in charge, so even if he hasn't returned, he probably won't do anything to me. He'll just restrict my freedom."
She trusted Long Chen more than anything.
Ye Liuxiang was the son of the Darkness God City's lord, equivalent to Su Zhen's big brother, Su Sheng. However, the Darkness God City was a bit stronger.
"How strong is Ye Liuxiang?"
Asked Long Chen.
"Early Six Daos of Reincarnation," replied Li Xuanji.
She knew how strong Long Chen was, which was why she'd asked for his help. If the Darkness God City's people were too strong, she wouldn't let Long Chen take such a risk.
"Six Daos of Reincarnation."
Back then, even the War God City had been a colossal existence in Long Chen's eyes.
But now, there didn't seem to be many people who could do anything to him in the Darkness God City, the number one divine city in the north.
Long Chen couldn't help but sneer.
He sped up and shot towards the Darkness God City.
"Let's not talk about it for now."
Li Xuanji put away the star talisman.
She stood in the middle of a wide black courtyard, surrounded by a stretch of pure black willow trees. The long black branches were like demonic claws.
"Little sister Xuanji."
Just as Li Xuanji put away the star talisman, a tall and thin man with a slightly pale face walked towards her. He quickly stopped in front of Li Xuanji and squeezed out a smile. "Little sister Xuanji, I've been looking for you for a long time. I didn't think you'd be at the Willow Garden. Are you here to relax? Right, did you like the 'Scattered Fireworks' I gave you last time?"
Li Xuanji knitted her eyebrows. She didn't like this man in front of her very much.
She said, "Ye Zhang Feng, I've returned all the things you've given me to your mother."
"What?"
Ye Zhang Feng gritted his teeth and said, "My mother didn't tell me … Anyway, little sister Xuanji, why didn't you accept my gifts? You know, I've put a lot of effort into each gift. I've made them for you wholeheartedly. I've spent so much effort in the past two years just to make you happy. Grandpa used to say that he wanted to betroth you to me …"
"Enough."
Li Xuanji took two steps back and said with a cold voice, "I've rejected him. The City Master didn't mention it again. Besides, I've already told you that you don't need to waste your time. I don't like you, and I won't be with you. Ye Zhang Feng, I've told you for two years. Why don't you understand?"
"Ah …"