
This long journey took several months to arrive. Along the way, only endless stretches of ocean filled the view.
Long Yun was strong enough to travel long distances, even being able to travel a maximum of one year without rest at a constant speed.
Xie Ran and the others were on Long Yun's big back calmly. They finished the provisions that had been prepared from the clan and slept on Long Yun's back. Although Xie Ran could go to the pendant to rest, he did not want to leave his friends outside.
Until the end, it didn't feel like two months had passed. Through the binoculars, Xie Ran was finally able to see an island behind the fog. The fog was so thick that the island was nowhere to be seen, even its binoculars could not penetrate the fog.
Xie Ran lowered his binoculars feeling his head dizzy. His gaze was still very blurry, lingering using binoculars only made his eyes ache and increasingly shaded. But at least his observations were not in vain.
"We're almost there." Xie Ran turned around to look at his friends.
"I actually went to the lost Lava Continent, how special it was." Liu Chang still could not believe he had actually gone to the legendary Lava Continent. All this time he had only heard of it from books, but it was unexpected that he would visit now and the Lava Continent actually existed.
Xie Ran squinted his eyes. "It doesn't seem that simple. Since it's gone, I don't think it'll be easy to enter."
Long Yun slightly landed a flight over the ocean when he saw a thick fog covering his path. Qu Xuanzi immediately gave an enormous barrier right before entering their unwitting fog except for Xie Ran and the dragons. There was only a faint darkness of fog visible to the ocean that had darkened beneath it.
The atmosphere became so mysterious. The view was covered in gray fog so that it could not see what was ahead there, it could only see a distance of 3 meters around them that seemed empty.
Can be seen the ocean began to be shallow with marked will large rocks that arise everywhere. The sea waves were very calm as if they were dead, while on it were many bones floating carried by the current. Predictably, all of that was the remains of the dragon bone that had died.
"What is this .. because of the war?" Mei Liena involuntarily tightened her grip on Xie Ran's elbow. The scene was very creepy and incisive at the same time. It could be seen, the effects of that war greatly affected the dragons.
Xie Ran glanced at Qu Xuanzi for a bit, thinking maybe Qu Xuanzi knew the cause because he was in that war. The condition of the Upper World may be worse than this. Don't know how the Underworld.
Qu Xuanzi returned Xie Ran's gaze with a faint smile. His Ranran had the same feeling as the dragons for having fused perfectly with the dragon aura, he could already be called a dragon in human form.
Qu Xuanzi did not want Xie Ran to be as sad as when Long Huo and Long Long were injured, so he explained, "They are only dragons that fell in battle. As the continent boundary was covered by fog, the dragons inside did not dare to come out and let it go. Inside there are still some dragons, after hundreds of years there might be more."
"This mist .. Did you make it?" Xie Ran whispered suspiciously.
Qu Xuanzi shook his head. "If I make it, it'll probably be worse than this." He felt that this fog was just a thin smoke. Although the effect on the dragons was very clear and dangerous, he had made protectors around so that the fog did not injure the dragons around them, including Xie Ran. So they can get in safely.
It was very clear that this mist was created by the previous Dragon God. Since the Dragon God was dead, the effectiveness of the fog weakened so that it could only hold back the dragons, not other creatures. The purpose of making this fog yourself was protection for the Lava Continent. Although it was a bit harsh, it was indeed the temperament of the Dragon God.
Xie Ran did not continue the question anymore. Right, based on Qu Xuanzi's temperament, it was impossible to simply make fog a barrier. It might make it bigger and more dangerous so that no one would dare to see it.
In the end Xie Ran was curious. How powerful was Qu Xuanzi? He had become a Celestial Emperor at a young age among the gods who were hundreds of thousands of years old. If thought of based on the way the gods thought, Qu Xuanzi was still a teenager. Some old gods were made afraid by a teenager ..Even Xie Ran could not think about it anymore.
No longer thinking about how the self-esteem of the gods faltered, Xie Ran refocused on the journey that was getting closer and closer to the mainland.
The closer to the mainland, the more remains of large bones belonged to the beehamparan dragon. Until finally Long Yun landed on the ground, they all descended from Long Yun shoulder then lined up to see the scene of the former war that had become a barren land.
The ground has a dark color. Obsidian stones everywhere were so rich and abundant. There were no plants, only red and dark stones scattered with the rest of the bones that were not buried. If there were no bones, perhaps this place would become a treasure paradise especially Xie Ran and Zhou Kui who had always hunted rocks as treasures for weapons.
The fog is still wandering around them so it should not wander around at will. Although Qu Xuanzi's shielding radar was large, they were also not allowed to play around like in a playground to look around. Their arrival here is not for sightseeing, but a mission.
The spiritual stones scattered about making anyone gulp the saliva feel itchy wanting to take. Yet Qu Xuanzi recalled not taking anything, as all objects within the scope of the fog contained poison. He doesn't care about the others, but commemorates Xie Ran who likes sparkling things.
Right now, Xie Ran could only be grateful that his gaze was blurred so he could not clearly see the sparkling thing. Or he would truly regret leaving behind a treasure that was scattered like trash.
They continued on their way, ignoring the precious spiritual stones just like that until they finally left the foggy region.
Contrasting with the foggy region, the interior of the continent was completely different from what they thought.
If the foggy region consists of treasures that are like trash mixed with dragon fossils that are already like a bone forest, the, behind all that there is a large volcano that flows the lava river from end to end and branching as if it is a swift river that is commonly used for bathing and drinking and fish dwellings.
Not only are there volcanoes, there are some unknown plants scattered on various sides like forests. The obsidian was scattered like ordinary rocks and was still very hot fused with the dry ground.
Spiritual stones are scattered between hot lava of a certain degree. The highest level spiritual stone was at the end of the merapi mountain formed from the latest lava.
Those humans could only fall silent, even Xie Ran could not say anything. Compared to the foggy region, the treasures within the continent were more abundant and were simply displayed without being used!
Basically, dragons are very rich, humans are even poorer. You could say, humans are just homeless. If the dragon had many treasures and the strongest physical body, the fairy had high intelligence with medicinal abilities and abundant plants, then the human only hitchhiked with the highest ego. They should hate humans so much.
Today opened their eyes. The Zhongbu Continent could be said to be very poor compared to the Lava Continent. They had not only come to the Upper World and the Underworld where treasures were even more abundant with two different categories.
"So, where should we go?" Pei Xi's words made all the lamentations in their hearts disperse. They immediately turned their heads towards Pei Xi, then glanced at Xie Ran to ask for a response.
Xie Ran glanced at Long Yun. "You know where the ancestral tomb is?"
Long Yun nodded doubtfully. He knew very well how the ancestral tomb even though it had not lived in the Lava Continent for a long time. He himself was surprised to see the fact that the Lava Continent still existed. At first he thought only he had left, Long Huo and Long Ying alone.
Regarding the tomb of the dragon ancestor, it was a sacred place for even the dragons. No one can enter, let alone other creatures, especially humans. Since Xie Ran had the aura of a dragon as well as Qu Xuanzi was the Celestial Emperor, he did not need to worry, but for the others ....
"The ancestral spirits are very sensitive to other creatures. It would be best if only the Master and Lord God were to come along, the rest waited." Long Yun told Xie Ran to pass it on to his friends.
Xie Ran nodded. "It was just me and Xuanzi who were there, you guys were waiting in front to stand guard and wait for the cue. If there's anything, tell me immediately. I'll also tell you if I need you. The dragon spirits are hard to guess, better be on guard."
It took them all day to arrive in front of the ancestral tomb at Long Yun's flying speed, but before they entered the territory of the ancestral tomb, Xie Ran gestured to hide behind the large rocks near the lava river.
"What's wrong?" Yan Yao asked, directly trampled Xie Ran to silence. If the one who stepped on Mei Liena or Zhong Xiaorong could he endure, but Xie Ran .. he did not even dare to shout loudly and could only resign himself to the green face color.
Their gazes focused towards the ancestral tomb gate. A moment later, a few figures appeared making them all shocked.
About five black-robed men flashed, with sinister-looking black masks familiar. They walked with strapping steps like warriors before finally moving away from the ancestral tomb.
Suddenly they frowned at the same time. "Devil? What are they doing here?" Zhong Xiaorong wondered. Their auras were so dense that he could feel them clearly.
"It seems like something happened. The fog on the border had weakened since the beginning, I think before we came, there was someone else who came first." Xie Ran identified. If it was a demon, it was indeed logical considering the strength of the Demon Emperor. But, does that mean the Demon Emperor is here? That would be very dangerous. Xie Ran glanced at Qu Xuanzi asking for his answer, maybe Qu Xuanzi knows.
"He's not here." Qu Xuanzi was aware of Xie Ran's anxiety. It was not the time to meet them in person.
Xie Ran was finally able to breathe with relief. Perhaps one of the two remaining accomplices of the demon lord, or the Demon King himself. If so, it's no problem for him.
"Then, I must quickly retrieve Long Long's physical body." Xie Ran rushed out of hiding after being convinced the demons had gone far away.
Qu Xuanzi followed, as well as Long Yun and Long Ying accompanying as real dragons so that they would not get into trouble. The rest waited according to Xie Ran's arrangements and would act in case something happened. The Lava Continent was not as safe as one thought, they had to be extra careful.
They entered the ancestral tomb consisting only of trees like a wilderness. Long Yun in his original form, had trouble passing through the unkempt ancestral tomb. He was upset because the dragons did not take care of the ancestral tomb well.
Until finally crossing the shady trees, they were faced by a very large cave. The mouth of the cave was larger than Long Yun's body, as well as having many ruins around would be rocks that collapsed both due to the earthquake and others.
"In there are many preserved physical bodies of predecessors. The dead dragon leader, will be preserved in this place. The temperature inside there was extremely cold, even an ordinary dragon could not withstand it." Long Yun did not dare to enter the cave which was his actual tomb.
No one dared to enter except the person in charge of the ancestral tomb who used to carry the remains of the Dragon Race King from generation to generation to be preserved and given high honor. Unfortunately, the generations of dragon tomb managers have been gone since the war. He saw for himself the miserable death that continued to roar for the glory of the dragon race before the end came.
"What about Long Long?" Xie Ran asked.
"The Long Ancestor should have been the ancestor of the founding generation of the Lava Continent who was the direct subordinate of the Dragon God. It should be in there."
"Good." Xie Ran nodded in understanding, his gaze could not be separated from the large cave before him.
When Xie Ran stepped up, a gust of wind gushed so fiercely as if something was going to come out from there. Xie Ran took a few steps back, feeling the sudden pressure caused his entire muscle to stiffen and tense up.
Long Yun was more unable to resist and instantly found Long Ying's protection. If it was an ordinary dragon, it would have been dead. Long Yun was in the Upper World for many years and became the strongest dragon. However Long Ying who was a dragon under the Sea God was even stronger. If not injured, he might just be able to equalize Long Long's strength.
That pressure made Xie Ran feel claustrophobic. The unaffected Qu Xuanzi instantly alleviated Xie Ran's pain, then looked into the cave with a cold look.
Dare to be arrogant in front of him? Those old dragons really had guts.
Qu Xuanzi's mood was not good because the dragons wanted to hurt Xie Ran. He was about to let out his aura to suppress the old dragons, but suddenly a delicate hand clasped his arm tightly.
Xie Ran who was already fine spoke, "If you show yourself, it will only make them run away. The demons will also feel your aura." Xie Ran was unwilling to take the risk. If the demons knew that Qu Xuanzi would be here, it would not be a good thing if they suddenly asked for protection and brought the Demon Emperor to this place.
Qu Xuanzi understood Xie Ran's worries. He rubbed Xie Ran's hair gently, "Good. I followed your plan."
In fact, it was not the Demon Emperor that posed a threat for now. But it is not wrong to follow Xie Ran's plan because hiding for a while and preparing is indeed more appropriate. I don't know who else is coming.
Just before Xie Ran stepped up, an arrogant voice echoed from within the cave.
"Which filthy creature wants to desecrate my sanctuary. Get rid of it, before I tear your soul to the point of not being able to incarnate!"
The roar sounded so deafening. It was heard to consist of several roars telling that inside there was not only one dragon trying to get rid of the intruder.
Xie Ran watched the cave closely. The old dragons were indeed very sensitive. He had just arrived, had been shouted at like shouting at a thief. Originally he planned to check first to infiltrate secretly, but the dragons already knew before he acted. Therefore, he could only use other means.
"Get out!" Xie Ran crossed his chest in front of the mouth of the cave. His voice sounded emotionless, but echoing within the cave caused the old dragons to be furious.
"You dare!"
Several grey rays shot out from within the cave at high speed. The number was about five ray silhouettes that shot out rapidly and gave a concurrent attack towards Xie Ran.
Xie Ran dodged the attack precisely. His form moved like lightning and appeared right at the mouth of the cave while the five old dragons were outside with a heavy feeling.
They display an original form that is so large. Bigger than Long Yun with a fierce and fierce look. Their irises looked golden in color, looking towards Xie Ran with a sharp look.
"Man?" They were somewhat surprised to see a human being able to come to this place safely. There had never been a human since that war, even before the war the number of humans who came to the Lava Continent could be counted as fingers. Let alone a little girl, they had never met a human girl guest who looked immature.
To their astonishment, they had previously been unable to properly identify the human girl so thought it was a rogue dragon that had to be taught a little lesson in order to be a hatchet. Who is that man really?
One more thing, there was a man not far from them. They were no strangers, but they couldn't remember. He also looked young, not much older than the girl. A feeling of fear suddenly appeared when they saw it, but they immediately dismissed it. Just two humans, what was there to fear?
The thing that made them angry, there were two dragons behind the man who looked very obedient. What degree has the dragon now completely fallen? Since when did dragons become obedient to humans!
At this moment, the five old dragons were furious. Seeing two of his subjects betray man, plus two humans appear to be desecrating his resting place. It won't make them die so easily!