"Ding ding ding...
"ding ding ding ..."
The female disciples of the Hidden Dragon Legion were practicing, their long swords shining like rainbows, bumping against each other with a pleasant sound.
Watching these female disciples spar in the arena, Long Chen needed to know their general strength, but the more he watched, the deeper his frown became.
When they saw Long Chen frowning repeatedly, the disciples immediately sensed something was wrong. Tang Wan'er also grew a bit nervous. She knew Long Chen was very dissatisfied with the female disciples' behavior.
"Long Chen, is it because they weren't ruthless enough? But when sparring with each other, they always hold back; in fact, their strength is quite formidable. Tang Wan'er said.
At this moment, the female disciples had already stopped their hands, silently watching Long Chen, not daring to make a sound. They were all very nervous.
Although they had never met Long Chen before, Tang Wan'er had mentioned his strength countless times. Now, seeing Long Chen frown deeply, her heart leapt into her throat.
"Their strength is decent, and their talent is excellent, but perhaps because they were born in times of peace or have powerful backers, their spirit and spirit are far inferior to true masters.
As a result, if they encounter someone far stronger than them, their will will be suppressed, and they may not even have the courage to act.
Even when facing opponents of the same level, their willpower is too weak, and others can easily stir up their emotions. Once anger, fear, or irritability arises on the battlefield, their combat effectiveness will be instantly diminished. Long Chen said.
Hearing Long Chen say this, all the women felt deeply ashamed. In fact, they themselves knew their own weaknesses, but these were all shaped by their environment.
Once, their lives were free and carefree; their cultivation was solely to demonstrate their value, bring honor to their families, and glorify their parents.
But upon arriving at the Wind God Sea Pavilion, they fell from heaven into hell, shedding their glamorous exteriors and losing all support. Only then did they realize they had wasted their prime youth, and it was too late to make amends.
"You must have a way to change things, right? You are the founder of the Dragonblood Legion; nothing in this world can stump you. Tang Wan'er held Long Chen's hand, her voice encouraging, but deep in her eyes, there was a hint of pleading.
She understood everyone's situation, but she couldn't abandon them. Her fate was already bound to everyone's—one prospered together, one suffered a loss.
"There is definitely a way, but I wonder if any of you are willing to endure the hardship of soul refining with the divine fire." Long Chen looked at everyone and said.
"We're willing. As long as we can get stronger, we're willing to risk our lives." A female disciple said firmly.
"The Divine Fire Soul Refining Technique was prepared for the brothers of the Dragonblood Legion back then. They are all battle-hardened warriors who fought their way out from the sea of blood.
But even they would feel extreme pain when enduring the Divine Fire Soul Refining Technique. You must be mentally prepared. Long Chen said.
When she heard that the Dragonblood warriors would feel immense pain, Tang Wan'er's expression changed slightly:
"Is it really that terrifying?"
Long Chen said, "When I first ascended to the Immortal Realm and was at Lingxiao Academy, I was worried that after ascending, the brothers would become complacent, so I created this Divine Fire Soul Refining technique myself to awaken their powerful fighting will."
Later, when the Dragonblood Legion reunited, some brothers did well, and some held high positions and power, living in comfort for years, their fighting spirit beginning to decline.
I used the Divine Fire Soul Refining Technique to awaken their will. At that time, they were truly in great pain. "
Wan'er, we're not afraid, we're not afraid of pain. What we fear is being bullied for a lifetime, having our dignity trampled on for a lifetime. That's real pain." The women said.
"Wan'er, is this place absolutely safe? Is there anyone who would peek here? Long Chen asked.
"Absolutely safe. The barrier here was set up by Master himself. Apart from her, no one else can peek into the situation here." Tang Wan'er said.
"Everyone spread out in the square, spaced ten zhang apart."
After hearing Tang Wan'er's reply, Long Chen immediately gave the order. Everyone immediately spread out in the square and sat cross-legged on the ground.
"Buzz!"
Long Chen formed hand seals, the void behind him twisted, and then heaven and earth lit up. A treasure tree like glass stretched the world apart, and at that moment, the entire world was enveloped in the tree's divine radiance.
This was Long Chen's Seven-Treasure Glazed Tree. By now, it had grown enormous, and when summoned, it covered the sky. As divine radiance swirled, the entire world was enveloped in a dreamlike radiance, making one feel as if they were in a mythical realm.
"So beautiful!"
Including Tang Wan'er, all the women were stunned by the divine radiance brought by the Seven Treasures Glazed Tree. Its appearance made the entire island breathtakingly beautiful.
"Wait a moment, it might not be beautiful; my soul's power will merge with it, and it will take you into another world.
That world is filled with bloody slaughter. Within it, you will see countless ferocious monsters and fierce warriors. In this world, your life will be like a candle in a raging wind, ready to go out at any moment.
This world of slaughter is made up of a part of my inner world, illuminated by the Seven Treasures Glazed Tree. There, you won't die, but you will endure endless pain. Are you ready? Long Chen said.
"Reporting to Lord Long Chen, we are ready." Tang Wan'er said playfully, and at this moment, she had actually joined the ranks.
Long Chen smiled slightly: "Then let's begin!" Long
Chen formed hand seals, and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tree trembled violently. The dreamlike scenery vanished in an instant, replaced by endless darkness.
The world before everyone's eyes changed; it was as if they had fallen into a boundless hell, with endless monsters attacking from all directions.
"Buzz!"
Suddenly, a gust of wind rose behind Tang Wan'er. The long sword in her hand spun as she swiftly slashed behind her.
"Clang"
With a loud explosion, one of the attackers was pushed back by Tang Wan'er's sword. However, when she saw that figure, she was shocked.
"Gui Yan?"
Tang Wan'er recognized that the person was Gui Yan, who was their enemy on the Tianwu Continent. Hearing Tang Wan'er's scream, a sinister smile appeared at the corner of Gui Yan's mouth. His body faded and disappeared into the darkness.
"Watch out!"
Tang Wan'er suddenly cried out in alarm. A dagger suddenly appeared at Xiaoyue's neck, who was fiercely battling the others, and Tang Wan'er lunged forward like a bolt of lightning.
"Pfft"
But Tang Wan'er's speed was still a step too slow. The dagger sliced past, blood splattered, and Xiaoyue's head was severed by the dagger.
Tang Wan'er's eyes were bloodshot, murderous intent soaring as she slashed her sword straight at that figure.
"Clang!"
With a thunderous crash, Tang Wan'er's long sword was knocked away by the dagger, and immediately afterShe saw a figure with a face full of fat and a sinister smile.
"Empuda?"
When she saw the figure clearly, Tang Wan'er let out a startled cry.