CHAPTER 606: CHAPTER 0524: THE GU FAMILY’S TRIBUTE BEAST

Ye Qingfeng came back to his senses and grinned at Liu Mei.

"Aunt Liu, in a few days, I’m afraid I won’t be able to return to Yanjing with you. I need to make a trip to Luoyang Slope!"

The blazing sun shone brightly, the sweltering heat was unbearable.

At the Northern Base’s Luoyang Slope, Ye Qingfeng was strolling leisurely.

After handling matters in Jinling City, he immediately rushed over.

The Earth Dragon, this creature, is not a True Dragon, it cannot fly, it can only crawl and jump, and it won’t stay in the same place for more than seven days.

If he wants to find the Earth Dragon, he must race against time.

Luoyang Slope is a tall mountain, and two kilometers away there’s a village. Ye Qingfeng inquired with a few villagers who had heard strange roars, and followed the route to find it.

"Hmm?"

After taking just two steps, he saw something sparkling in the grass not far away.

He walked over and picked it up; it was a dark gold hexagonal object. Others might not know what it is, but Ye Qingfeng knew very well, feeling a secret joy in his heart.

"It really is the Earth Dragon!"

This hexagonal strange object was precisely the unique bodily scale of the Earth Dragon.

He stood up and glanced around, squinting his eyes.

There were traces of the Earth Dragon passing through many nearby places, which made Ye Qingfeng even more certain.

"As long as you’re still here, I will definitely find you!"

He grinned, forming a sword technique gesture with one hand, stabbing directly into the void.

"Sword Essence!"

"Whoosh!"

The wind power of the surrounding world suddenly surged.

A War Emperor Warrior can mobilize Heaven and Earth Power, which is more advanced than Spiritual Power.

And Ye Qingfeng’s Sword Dao, with difficulty, could now reach the realm of Dao Essence.

Naturally, he could mobilize the Heaven and Earth Power.

Wind Power is most suitable for searching.

Ye Qingfeng narrowed the coverage of Wind Power to within a mile, just enough to encompass the entire Luoyang Slope, which facilitated his search for every clue.

"There!"

A moment later, Ye Qingfeng’s eyes gleamed as he rushed directly toward a mountain wall.

He swung his fist with immense force, striking the mountain wall.

"Bang!"

The hard stone wall was instantly pierced, revealing a hole large enough for a person to pass through. Without any hesitation, he darted inside.

Ye Qingfeng flashed to the bottom of the hole in an instant, finding himself in a wide space. Although it was pitch black around him, how could that stop him, the top-tier powerhouse of the world?

It was a plaza, and on it sat twenty-four copper statues, each glaring intently, appearing imposing. They were in various forms but arranged in a very mysterious formation.

Who could have imagined that the interior of the mountain at Luoyang Slope was hollow?

Ye Qingfeng didn’t intend to concern himself with these things. His gaze was fixed on a large pool in the corner of the plaza, where a serpentine creature lay coiled, adorned with dark gold scales and exuding a noble appearance.

"Earth Dragon, I’ve finally found you!"

Ye Qingfeng grinned, for this was the first time he’d eagerly sought something. The presence or absence of Dragon Energy meant a world of difference to him, like a flaw on something that could have been perfect, blocking one’s heart.

The Earth Dragon looked at this uninvited guest, flicking its crimson tongue, with threatening intent in its large eyes but no fear.

Though the Earth Dragon is a rare species and one of the beast kings, its combat power is only at the level of an advanced War King Demon Beast.

It absolutely couldn’t contend with the current Ye Qingfeng, yet at this moment, it showed no fear of Ye Qingfeng.

Ye Qingfeng didn’t pause and was about to step forward to take what he wanted, but his step halted.

A powerful energy stream came from the flanks, cutting across the plaza, blocking Ye Qingfeng, yet showing no intent to attack him.

Ye Qingfeng turned his head, a trace of surprise in his eyes.

The Wind Power he mobilized should have allowed him to detect everything, yet he hadn’t noticed anyone else here.

"Young man, at such a young age, with this level of cultivation, to find your way here, you indeed have some skill!"

In the darkness, a slender figure stepped forward slowly. With a wave of his hand, the eight fire platforms around the plaza were all lit up, and the plaza instantly became bright.

It was a middle-aged man dressed in ancient attire, with thick eyebrows, big eyes, high cheekbones, and a sharp chin. His appearance was not outstanding but commanded respect.

"I never thought someone of your skill would be in this cave!"

Ye Qingfeng murmured softly. The middle-aged man’s aura was almost imperceptible, yet it blended with the surroundings, formless and shapeless, seemingly full of flaws, yet like having none at all.

This person was undoubtedly among the top experts he’d encountered, enough to rival Ye Gang and the mysterious black-robed woman from the God Slaying Hall, reaching the advanced War King realm, even slightly stronger.

Especially his ability to conceal his aura was second to none, even Ye Qingfeng hadn’t detected him.

"Young man, what brings you here? If it’s just curiosity, you can leave now!"

The middle-aged man scanned Ye Qingfeng, showing a hint of curiosity but not giving him much importance, and spoke indifferently.

"Leave? I’m afraid that’s not possible!" Ye Qingfeng pointed to the Earth Dragon, "I came this time to take its Dragon Energy. Since I haven’t taken it, I will not leave!"

He stepped forward, a fighting spirit rising in his eyes.

"If you want to stop me, then make your move. I’ve never sparred with an opponent of your caliber before!"

Ye Qingfeng’s voice echoed in the mountain’s interior. The middle-aged man showed a look of surprise, and in an instant, he had sensed the surging power within Ye Qingfeng.

"You know the Earth Dragon?"

The middle-aged man was somewhat surprised. The Earth Dragon was recorded in ancient demon beast texts and was one of the beast kings.

It possessed a True Dragon bloodline, with the potential to advance to Emperor Beast, or even Heavenly Beast in the future.

But it was extremely rare, historically, the number of people who had seen it could be counted on one hand. Yet Ye Qingfeng, just a young man, could identify the Earth Dragon by name.

"Though the Earth Dragon is rare, it doesn’t mean the world doesn’t know it!"

Ye Qingfeng said calmly.

The middle-aged man remained unmoved, waving his hand gently.

"Young man, the Earth Dragon is the tribute beast of the Gu family. You want to take its Dragon Energy, though it won’t harm its source, would require ten days to half a month to recover. It’s too demanding!"

In other words, he did not agree with Ye Qingfeng taking the Dragon Energy.

"You’ve talked too much. If you want to stop me, then act quickly!"

Ye Qingfeng’s eyes were cold. He never dragged things out and although the person before him was strong, he didn’t care.

No matter who came today, they would be unable to stop him from taking the Dragon Energy.

"Young man, your talent is indeed exceptional, but don’t be too arrogant. Know that there is always a sky beyond the sky, people beyond people!"

The middle-aged man’s eyes narrowed, and his tone carried a note of impoliteness.