Eternal Holy Emperor
Chapter 162 - 147: Gaze from the Ninth Heaven

Chapter 162: Chapter 147: Gaze from the Ninth Heaven

A Demon Flood Dragon with a True Dragon Bloodline emerged, swiftly flying towards the end of the Trial Road, pursued by a Young Martial God.

The Gate Masters from the Ninth Pass, Tenth Pass, and Eleventh Pass, and so on, received the news through their Communication Tokens, all shocked. Revealing themselves, these powerful Martial God Realm experts received orders from higher-ups to capture the Demon Flood Dragon.

Along the way, all was shuddered. The Demon Flood Dragon merely swept through the sky, its immense Demon Power overwhelming. Even the Gate Masters changed color, unable to resist, for this beast was no ordinary Martial God Demon Beast but far more terrifying.

These Gate Masters were indeed Martial God powerhouses, but most were merely at the early stages of this realm, ordinary elders from the Tiandu Academy. They had not anticipated such a dangerous creature existing on the Trial Road.

Even the Tenth Pass Master suffered injuries while trying to block its path, not serious due to the Demon Flood Dragon’s urgent escape, but potentially fatal had it not been in such a hurry.

Yet, what shook them more was the youth who pursued—it was astonishing that such a terrifying beast was compelled to flee. Was he really just a young man, and not one of those old monsters pretending to be young after living for hundreds of years?

Behind them, Ye Chen chased like lightning, galloping through Changkong, astonishing even the Gate Masters with his might, seemingly even stronger than them—a shocking revelation.

On this road, Ye Chen took it easy, not chasing at his full capacity, pacing himself.

Although the Demon Flood Dragon was fast, should he exert his Reverse Space Eight Steps to the fullest, he would be unmatched in speed under the heavens, a velocity the Demon Flood Dragon could not compete with, at least not in this Martial God Realm.

Moreover, the Human Origin Golden Body was known for its formidable strength and endurance, the Treasure Body being the most robust source of power, providing an endless stream of energy, undaunted by the exertion. But Ye Chen was intentionally wearing out the Demon Flood Dragon, hence the seemingly unhurried pursuit.

Suddenly, in the midst of the chase, Ye Chen’s figure abruptly halted, looking up at the Heavenly Dome. Indistinctly, he felt as if a pair of watchful eyes from the highest place had rested upon him.

As if a supreme Nine Heavens Divine Being was overlooking his subjects, watching him.

At the same time, Elder Yan’s voice also echoed in the sea of Ye Chen’s heart, "Little Chenzi, be careful. Someone is watching you, likely the Mansion Master from the Tiandu Academy."

It was this very gaze, so intimidating that even Elder Yan dared not emerge, for it was the world controlled by the Supreme Old Mansion Master, melded with the Origin, his presence unseen by others, but not necessarily by the Old Mansion Master himself.

The existence of Elder Yan was not to be revealed unless absolutely necessary.

Without being told, Ye Chen understood that it was very likely the Supreme Old Mansion Master from the Tiandu Academy who was observing him. He might not realize just how preternaturally keen Ye Chen’s sensing abilities were, to notice his gaze.

It was as if those eyes sought to see through Ye Chen completely, inside and out.

Yet, Ye Chen’s lips curled into a meaningful smile. Was it that easy to see through him?

He paid it no further attention, taking up Reverse Space Eight Steps once again and chasing after the Demon Flood Dragon like a bolt of lightning.

At the same time, high above within the Heavenly Dome, within the Great Sun Origin, a vague figure sat in meditation. Suddenly, he voiced his surprise, "What an exceptional youth, to actually perceive my gaze. His sensing ability is incredibly sharp, truly extraordinary."

"But the boy is extraordinary. There’s an aura about him that seems impenetrable, as if the Divine is within. He’s not a Divine Being, but there’s a Divine presence hiding his secrets. It seems my guess was correct."

"Over the years, the exploration of the King’s Ancient Road has deepened. It’s time to initiate the final opening, allowing the younger generation to reach the very end. This Ye Chen is worthy."

As the Flood Dragon and the youth continued their pursuit through the Ninth Pass, Tenth Pass, and Eleventh Pass, they gradually moved on.

This path was typically fraught with danger and terrible Demon Beasts, demanding considerable time for complete passage. Yet now, they passed directly, without any danger at all.

Even as Ye Chen leisurely plucked a few Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures along the way, he eliminated several amongst the Top 100 Trial Participants, gathering a good number of Identity Tokens.

The eliminated challengers were shocked and pale, as the youth was too powerful, simply beyond their capacity to withstand.

Twelfth Town, a major defensive point leading to the Twelfth Pass, was a place all trialists had to pass through Twelfth Town to enter the Twelfth Pass.

Like Eighth Town, Twelfth Town could accommodate hundreds of trialists to rest. The rules were the same at every pass; in the first three days, trialists could enjoy the protection of Tiandu Academy’s experts and needn’t worry about any incidents.

The vast Twelfth Town had trialists scattered throughout, along with various kinds of trades and businesses flourishing, including taverns and markets. This added a touch of liveliness to the ancient town, which had once been prosperous but later fell into decline.

At this moment, many trialists were either discussing various topics in the town or engaging in meditation, and the news of the Young Martial God had not yet reached the trialists of this pass.

At the top of the tallest seven-story tower in the center of Twelfth Town sat a woman who often meditated cross-legged, her eyes slightly closed, her eyelashes fluttering like thousands of tiny wings. Even in her thirties or forties, her skin was tender and smooth, and she possessed an enchanting beauty, a mature beauty indeed.

Dressed in a simple Daoist robe, the contours of her alluring and mature figure were subtly outlined, like a ripe peach exuding an irresistible charm from every inch of her being.

This was the Twelfth Pass Master, a lady of stunning beauty, and a young elder from Tiandu Academy—a powerful Martial God Realm practitioner. She was stationed at the Trial Road by the higher echelons of the Academy to prevent any special circumstances.

On normal days, she was responsible for safeguarding the Twelfth Pass, protecting the safety of many trialists in the town, and maintaining order. Yet, most of the time, she would be immersed in practice, and her formidable authority would naturally radiate, deterring trialists from disturbing the peace.

On this day, as she was meditating, a world brand new to her was especially beneficial. Perhaps it was created by a Supreme Daoist Being, containing their Daoist Rules. Thus, she was able to sense strands of Supreme Dao as she practiced, which was more advantageous than practicing on Tiandu Continent.

Suddenly, a loud bell rang from outside the tower, dong-dong resounding, waking her from her meditation.

The woman couldn’t help but slightly frown, her Divine Sense spreading out, covering the entire Twelfth Town. Finding no combat or other abnormalities, her pleasant yet cold voice asked, "Why ring the alarm bell? Have I not said that the alarm should not be sounded without necessity?"

The alarm bell was precisely the bell that had been rung, meant to notify the Gate Master to prepare.

The trialist beneath the tower was visibly panicked, transmitting, "Gate Master, something terrible is about to happen."

The Twelfth Pass Master’s eyebrows tightly furrowed and she asked, "What has happened? Speak."

"Gate Master, I’ve just received communication from a fellow at the Eighth Pass. There’s a Demon Flood Dragon rapidly approaching Twelfth Town. It’s said that the Demon Flood Dragon can soar through the clouds, a true Martial God Demon Beast. Please be cautious, Gate Master," said a trialist outside urgently.

"What, a Demon Flood Dragon?"

The Twelfth Pass Master’s complexion drastically changed, she burst out of the door and said to the trialist who had come to report, "Speak quickly, tell me everything. Do not delay."

The trialist dared not dally and relayed everything they knew, and as the Twelfth Pass Master listened, her brows knitted even tighter.

This was not good news; according to the trialist’s description, the Demon Flood Dragon heading towards Twelfth Town was a true Martial God Demon Beast capable of commanding the clouds, spanning thirty feet long and covered in dark scales.

Moreover, other characteristics confirmed that this Demon Flood Dragon must have a Jiao Dragon’s True Dragon Bloodline coursing through it—quite terrifying.

Any Demon Beast with a trace of the Mythical Sacred Spirit’s bloodline, such as a True Dragon’s, would become formidable, even a single trace was astounding, let alone that of a Demon Flood Dragon, which would have more of it by nature, making it even more fearsome.

If this Demon Flood Dragon reached the Twelfth Pass, it certainly wouldn’t be good news.

However, according to the description, many of the scales on the Flood Dragon’s body were shattered, revealing that it had been injured and was bleeding—that could be considered the only piece of good news, perhaps.

Roar—

At that s moment, a shocking roar that trembled Twelfth Town rang from afar, causing a stir in Twelfth Town, turning everyone pale.

The Twelfth Pass Master’s face paled instantly—as they say, speak of the devil, and he shall appear.