Above The Sky
Chapter 445 - 445 415 Dragonization Organ 43 asking for monthly tickets~

445: Chapter 415: Dragonization Organ (4/3, asking for monthly tickets~) 445: Chapter 415: Dragonization Organ (4/3, asking for monthly tickets~) Ian listened intently.

Although Elder Mantle’s speculations were not correct, in a certain sense, they indeed held truth.

Ian’s innate physical talent was not particularly outstanding; at the beginning, compared to his peers from wealthy merchant families who consumed meat, he was even weaker.

His teacher, Hiliard, possessed a natural physique several times stronger than an average person.

As a young knight, whenever he trained, his progress was much faster than others, and he even reached the Third Power Level in his twenties.

After swearing allegiance to the Former Emperor and becoming his knight, he immediately advanced to the Fourth Power Level with the support of the royal family’s resources and became Fifth Energy Level before the age of forty.

This was the mark of a true genius, without any cheats or golden fingers, without knowledge or skills beyond his time, and without taking any shortcuts.

Purely relying on talent, he incredibly made such rapid progress.

If Ian hadn’t begun practicing the Breathing Guiding Technique at the age of eight, gathering Primordial Seeds and accumulating Origin Quality to improve his physique, his body would have been just as frail as he appeared, weaker than the average person.

Of course, his Spirit Energy allowed him to have more experience when advancing to the Third Energy Level, and the Ancient Dragon Heart Core also brought him better physique, subtly changing his constitution…

But these were all changes that occurred later in life.

However, what Elder Mantle had said was correct…

When he was forced to reveal some of the abilities related to the Ancient Dragon Heart Core, he could attribute them to Dragon Blood by using Elder Mantle’s explanation.

Through the narrative of the Mountain People’s Elder, Ian roughly understood the true purpose of the Dragon Worship Cult.

No matter how exalted the Ancient Dragons True Dragons seemed, appearing to stand above all other creatures, capable of rivaling the entire Human society’s ecosystem by themselves, their origin was still that of a powerful Magical Beast.

And the power of a Magical Beast would naturally become a Magic Potion for Humans, the power source for Sublimators.

Of course, the power of dragons was not easy to inherit.

Before Humans took control of the Labyrinths, turning them into Magical Beast breeding grounds, the inheritance of Ancient Dragons was extremely easy to lose – without the related materials and a suitable inheritor, the loss was inevitable.

Many people believed that the inheritance of the Ancient Dragons was a curse, that it could bring prosperity to a family or a nation for a time, but ultimately it could only lead to an end of extinction.

But that was not the case.

“The blood of the Ancient Dragons is different from all other Magical Beasts; it perfectly integrates into the Bloodline of all those who have ever possessed it, simply waiting for the right opportunity, the right individual.”

“Then, awaken, leading them onto the ancient Path of the Dao.”

Elder Mantle lifted his head, gazing at the ceiling of the Sacrificial Chamber.

The goal of the Dragon Worship Cult lay precisely in this—they did not worship a dragon that truly existed, but aspired to the great power flowing in their own blood…

They themselves!

Yes, they themselves were the Awakeners of the dragon power they yearned for, and also those with the talent to inherit the power of the Ancient Dragons.

They wished to transform into Ancient Dragons, to possess the power of those former Behemoths that were capable of altering the heavens and the earth, destruction as well as creation.

And even more so, they desired to explore the very origin of the birth of the Ancient Dragons!

Whether individuals with Dragon Blood, actual Dragon Beasts, or True Dragons who have not yet matured enough, all were potential members of the Dragon Worship Cult.

Even Humans without Dragon Blood, because of their longing for the power of the Ancient Dragons, joined the cult with the intent of uncovering the secrets of Dragon Blood.

And the number of such people was the largest; the vast majority of the cult’s members were Humans yearning for the power of dragons, and they were divided into several factions, engaged in both overt and covert struggles.

Among the true Dragonblood holders, there were far fewer disputes—they had different goals, but in a way, it was the blood that connected them, hence the atmosphere among the Dragonbloods was extremely relaxed, almost like family.

——Anyway, Dragonblood bearers inherently repel each other, their methods of growth, their paths, and even their ecological niches are all quite different.

If they can’t be friends or family, does that mean they should be enemies?

Ultimately, where there are no interests, there are no disputes.

However, the relationship between Anfa, Xio, and Elder Mantle is clearly more than just that; they must have other connections, which is why they can be so intimate.

Of course, aside from the Dragon Worship Cult, bearers of Dragonblood are also coveted by various nations.

But for nobles or members within the Sublimator factions, it’s still alright.

If one is an ordinary person who awakens to Dragonblood, it may not necessarily be a good thing.

Not to mention, the Spirit Wisdom Institute and the Truth Institute across The Empire are trying their utmost to collect those with Dragonblood…

and their purpose, well, there’s no need to say more, those who understand will understand.

“In recent years, the Spirit Wisdom Institute in South Ridge has become unexpectedly active, perhaps due to the oppression of Fiery Flame Land, allowing them to break free from the laws and regulations of the southwest,”

Elder Mantle cautioned, half alarmist and half warning, “It may not matter to others, but you absolutely cannot let the Spirit Wisdom Institute or the Truth Institute discover your identity as a Dragonblood bearer…

At least not until you’ve reached the Second Level High Order, or the consequences could be extremely severe.”

“I understand,”

Ian nodded seriously, making the elder from the Mountain People nod in satisfaction, “That’s more or less the situation.

We won’t force you to join—there’s only one Dragonblood bearer in the whole South Ridge, and that’s me, and I’m old.

The real core of the cult, in fact, is Sio’s mother…

or perhaps father.”

“The leader of Bison Profound Ridge, the King of the Mountains.”

At this point, the old man made a salute to the mountains in the west, then turned back and continued to speak with Ian, “That being said, I still hope you will join.”

“Because, as time passes, you will understand that only the Dragon Worship Cult can easily provide you with research and information related to Dragonblood.”

“The Empire can indeed do the same, but we are not just one identity, are we?

I am an Elder of the Abode Tribe, and that doesn’t stop me from being a member of the Dragon Worship Cult.

You, too, can be a Knight and Alchemist of The Empire without it hindering you from having another identity.

These two identities can bring you even more convenience.”

“Hmm,” Ian nodded ambiguously, but this was actually his intention.

In any case, because of the Ancient Dragon Heart Core, he had to grasp as much knowledge in this area as possible…

The official channels were too slow; only the Dragon Worship Cult could meet his needs.

“By the way.”

Speaking of which, Elder Mantle seemed to remember something.

He lifted his hand and brushed aside his hair to show Ian the iron dragon horn hidden under his silvery white tangled hair, “Every Dragonblood bearer undergoes a ‘Dragonization’ mutation; different Dragonizations indicate how much Dragon Blood you’ve inherited.”

“Ian, where is your Dragonization located?”

The old man looked at the young man with anticipation.

After a moment of thought, Ian lifted his left hand.

He reduced the output of the Aether Crystal and slid off the elongated gauntlet, showing the elder his left hand, now crystalized with green crystal patterns, “Take a look.”

“This is where my Dragonization is.”