After traveling for three days, Ye Qing successfully arrived at the Imperial City of the Azure Cloud Empire.
He did not enter the Imperial City, but went to the outskirts of the Imperial City to find the location of the Dragon's Lair.
The Dragon's Lair where the Dragon Clan resided was luxurious and magnificent. There was no hiding at all, and the entrance was clearly visible.
There were no restrictions at the entrance of the Dragon's Lair, so outsiders could enter and leave freely.
This was the Dragon Clan's confidence. They did not need any restrictions to protect them. If outsiders dared to enter the Dragon Clan's Lair, they would end up in a miserable state.
Strictly speaking, Ye Qing had the blood of the Supreme Dragon God flowing in his body. He could be considered a member of the Dragon Clan. However, he had not lived among the Dragon Clan since he was young. If he suddenly went to the Dragon's Lair, the members of the Dragon Clan would definitely investigate his identity.
In the outskirts of the Azure Cloud Empire's Imperial City, a powerful Immemorial Celestial Dragon was circling in the sky.
Ye Qing sat on the Immemorial Celestial Dragon's back, looking at the Dragon's Lair calmly.
"Immemorial Celestial Dragon, you enter the System Space first. Ah Kun, you too. Without my orders, you can't come out."
Ye Qing called out. The Immemorial Celestial Dragon and Ah Kun were very sensible and entered the System Space.
Ye Qing did not want to expose his strength while the Dragon Clan was on the move. It was better to investigate Huangfu Lan's situation first.
If he acted rashly, he was afraid that he would alert the enemy, which would be disadvantageous to Ye Qing.
With a whoosh, Ye Qing's speed was extremely fast. He rushed into the dragon's nest, and his body disappeared inside.
The Dragon's Lair was dark and damp. On the ground, there were many skeletons. They did not look like the skeletons of monsters, but the skeletons of dead humans.
Ye Qing's eyes narrowed. Since the Dragon's Lair was built many years ago, there must have been many humans who tried to break in. However, they all ended up as skeletons!
"Trespassers of the Dragon's Lair will die!"
Ye Qing walked on the dark and damp ground. Suddenly, he heard a cold voice enter his mind.
He released his Divine Telekinesis and discovered a divine dragon shining with blue light. It was the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon!
The bloodline of a Divine Dragon was far superior to that of a Colossal Dragon. The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon must be guarding the entrance to the Colossal Dragons' Nest.
The white bones on the ground must have been caused by the Dark Sea Cloud Dragon.
In the past, Ye Qing had met someone with the bloodline of the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon, who was quite strong.
As for the real Oceanic Cloud Dragon, it was even stronger than those who possessed the Oceanic Cloud Dragon bloodline.
Dragon-type demonic beasts and humans with dragon bloodline were known as the Dragon Clan.
There was a big gap between the two. However, in the Dragon Clan, humans and monsters could coexist.
Demonic beasts with the same bloodline usually had stronger bodies and stronger strength.
Unless the human ancient martial art practitioner could completely awaken the bloodline in his body and transform into a dragon, only then would he reach the same level as the demonic beasts.
The thing blocking Ye Qing's way was a Demon Beast, not a human.
"Senior, I am a member of the Dragon Clan who was stranded outside. I am returning to the Dragon Clan today. Please let me pass."
Ye Qing took a step forward and bowed slightly, but his attitude was surprisingly respectful.
Before finding out Huangfu Lan's situation, Ye Qing did not want to alert the enemy. Therefore, he had to keep a low profile and not be too conspicuous.
"Oh?
You are a member of the Dragon Clan?
Release the bloodline aura in your body and let me see. "
The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon spoke in human language. It swayed its huge body and rushed to Ye Qing. It was less than two meters away from Ye Qing.
Ye Qing could feel the breath of the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon. He even touched the dragon's whiskers.
With Ye Qing's strength, if he wanted to kill the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon, he could easily kill it.
However, now was not the time to cause trouble in the Dragon Clan.
The Oceanic Cloud Dragon's huge head was right in front of Ye Qing. Those sharp dragon claws, in the dark environment, flashed with a threatening sharpness.
It had to be said that the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon looked very scary. If a normal human Primal Core Realm martial artist saw a Azure Sea Cloud Dragon, they would probably be scared half to death.
This was not an underage Azure Sea Cloud Dragon. It was an adult Azure Sea Cloud Dragon that had lived for at least a thousand years.
Cai Xiaofang stood beside Ye Qing. Her face was pale. She could not withstand the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon's dragon aura.
Although Cai Xiaofang's martial arts talent had improved a lot and she could be called a genius, she still could not withstand the powerful Azure Sea Cloud Dragon.
Weng!
The moment the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon released its dragon aura, Ye Qing released his bloodline aura.
"Boom!"
The moment the Supreme Dragon God's bloodline aura was exposed, the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon's face changed drastically. He was extremely shocked!
The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon had guarded the checkpoint for many years. He had never encountered such a powerful Dragon Clan bloodline. It was far superior to his own.
The irresistible aura shrouded the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon. He was so scared that he retreated. His face was as white as paper. It was as if he had encountered the most terrifying thing in the world.
"You … What kind of bloodline do you have? Why is it so powerful?"
The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon could not remain calm. He could not imagine it. According to his judgment, the Dragon Clan bloodline flowing in Ye Qing's body had surpassed the Divine Dragon's.
"Senior, what's wrong?"
Ye Qing stepped forward. His face was full of worry. On the other hand, the Azure Sea Cloud Dragon retreated continuously. He was almost scared to death.
"No … Nothing."
The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon did not dare to speak. He had wanted to check the power of Ye Qing's bloodline, but now it seemed that it was completely unnecessary.
It was definitely a blessing for the Dragon Clan that such a powerful Dragon Clan bloodline could return to the Dragon Clan. What reason did he have to refuse?
"Senior, may I ask if I can go in?"
Ye Qing stepped forward again and asked eagerly.
"Yes, of course, you can go in."
The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon was in fear and trepidation. He did not dare to put on airs in front of Ye Qing.
His cultivation was far above Ye Qing's, having reached the Divine Palace Realm. However, the absolute suppression of the bloodline caused him to be in awe of Ye Qing. He did not dare to offend Ye Qing.
"If that's the case, then I'll go in."
Ye Qing faintly smiled and took the initiative to pull Cai Xiaofang's jade-like hand. His figure moved and rushed over.
The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon did not dare to stop them. He quickly stepped aside and let Ye Qing pass.
Not long after, Ye Qing successfully passed through the dark and damp passage and came to the Dragon's Lair.
As far as the eye could see, the Dragon's Lair was full of powerful Dragon Clan Monsters.
Above the Dragon's Lair, there was a magnificent palace suspended, emitting a golden luster.
The palace that was suspended in the air looked luxurious. Ye Qing sensed the aura of the strong in the palace. There were many powerful existences in the Divine Palace Realm.
"The Dragon's Lair. Lan 'er must be in the palace."
Ye Qing's heart skipped a beat. Just as he was about to fly to the palace in the sky, suddenly, on the ground, an old man in a gray robe walked towards Ye Qing.
"Young man, are you a member of the Dragon Clan who was stranded outside?
How come I've never seen you before? "
The old man in the gray robe sent out a divine thought from afar, staring at Ye Qing with a pair of cloudy eyes.
"Yes, I am a member of the Dragon Clan who was stranded outside. Today, I returned to the Dragon Clan. The Azure Sea Cloud Dragon has tested my bloodline."
Ye Qing smiled and saluted the old man in the gray robe.
"I see. Young man, do you know that the palace in the sky is not a place where ordinary members of the Dragon Clan can enter? You have just come to the Dragon Clan and are not qualified for the time being."
The old man in the gray robe said slowly and explained the rules of the Dragon Clan to Ye Qing.
It turned out that the palace in the sky was where the core disciples of the Dragon Clan lived. Ye Qing had just returned to the Dragon Clan. Regardless of his identity and strength, he was the weakest outer disciple.
Ye Qing's heart skipped a beat. Based on the old man's explanation, he seemed to be familiar with the Dragon Clan. He should be in charge of receiving newcomers.
Perhaps, the old man in the gray robe knew where Huangfu Lan was.
"Senior, I would like to ask you about some things."
Ye Qing took out three hundred upper-grade Soul Gathering Pills as he spoke.
Three hundred pills were not a lot, but it was enough for him to ask about some things.
Ye Qing was new to the Dragon Clan and did not want to show off his strength and wealth. Therefore, he only took out three hundred upper-grade Soul Gathering Pills.
The old man in the gray robe was overjoyed. He did not decline and accepted the pills.
He had received many newcomers before. The newcomers were not familiar with the situation of the Dragon Clan in the Azure Cloud Empire, thus they had to ask about it.
Some sensible youngsters would pay some compensation when they asked about the situation.
The rewards varied. Some might be some magic treasures, some might be some spiritual herbs, some might be medicinal pills, some might be refining materials, and so on.
Ye Qing was generous enough to give out three hundred upper-grade Soul Gathering Pills.
The old man in the gray robe understood Ye Qing's intention and said with a smile, "Young man, feel free to ask me if you have any questions. If you need any help in the Dragon Clan, feel free to look for me."
The old man in the gray robe could tell that Ye Qing had great potential. A young man who could take out three hundred upper-grade Soul Gathering Pills without feeling any pain was definitely something. Therefore, the old man in the gray robe wanted to befriend Ye Qing.
"Thank you for your concern. I would like to ask about a lady called Huangfu Lan. Have you heard of her?"
"Huangfu Lan? It's her!"
The expression of the grey-robed elder changed. He immediately pulled Ye Qing to the side and whispered, "Young man, you must have taken a fancy to that lady. Let me kindly remind you that there have been quite a number of people pursuing her recently. Many of them are members of the Sacred Hall. I advise you to give up on this idea!"
The old man in the gray robe was solemn. Recently, Huangfu Lan had become a popular figure in the Dragon Clan. She was known as the God's Favored Lady and she had many suitors.
"Senior, if I am not wrong, Huangfu Lan has just arrived in the Dragon Clan and she should be an outer disciple. Why do so many people know about her?"
Ye Qing's face changed slightly as he sensed that something was wrong. Huangfu Lan's talent was not weak. Her Frost Dragon Bloodline had a lot of room for growth. Moreover, she had absorbed his Supreme Dragon Blood, which made her even more heaven-defying.
"Young man, you don't understand Huangfu Lan's situation at all. She just came to our Dragon Tribe not long ago. That's true, but her talent is extremely amazing. She has the bloodline of a mutated frost dragon. Recently, the quality of her bloodline has been upgraded to that of a superior divine dragon. Even our Dragon Tribe's Patriarch values her and personally promoted her to a true disciple."
The old man in the gray robe spoke with a solemn face as he told Huang Fulan about her recent situation.
After all, the old man in the gray robe had received benefits from Ye Qing. Of course, he was more attentive and told Ye Qing about Huangfu Lan's situation in detail.
Ye Qing's face became more solemn. Huangfu Lan had entered the Sacred Hall and become a Pro-disciple of the Dragon Clan. For the time being, it was a good thing.
However, Ye Qing still needed some time to enter the Sacred Hall.
The so-called Sacred Hall was the glorious palace in the sky of the Dragon's Nest.
Only Pro-disciples could enter the Sacred Hall.
Ye Qing's current status was only an Outer Disciple. It would take a long time for him to be promoted to a Pro-disciple.
"Senior, do you know how to be promoted to a Pro-disciple as soon as possible?" Ye Qing continued to ask.
The old man in the gray robe's eyes lit up. He gave Ye Qing a thumbs up and praised, "Young man, you're really ambitious. You want to be a Pro-disciple as soon as you arrive."
The old man in the gray robe paused and continued, "It's very simple to become a Pro-disciple of the Dragon Clan. You just need to have enough strength to prove yourself.
In half a month, the Dragon Clan will hold a Martial Arts Competition. When the time comes, you just need to sign up and perform well in the competition. It shouldn't be a problem. "
The old man in the gray robe walked over and patted Ye Qing on the shoulder with admiration and expectation.
In fact, the old man in the gray robe didn't know Ye Qing's background and strength. The reason why he praised Ye Qing was because he had received benefits from Ye Qing.
"Dragon Clan Martial Arts Competition. Okay, I'll remember it."
A smile appeared on Ye Qing's face. The Dragon Clan Martial Arts Competition couldn't be better. He could strive to become a Pro-disciple as soon as possible and then go find Huangfu Lan.