Chapter 45 (2/2)

After a while, he finally was certain that those weird fishes had backed off out of fear. Only then did he relax and begin taking in big breaths.

Compared to Chen Hao’s avoidance tactic, Master Long’s defenses were more physically taxing. Although he made it look like a breeze earlier, only Master Long himself knew how tough it was.

Under the influence of dark energy, the bodies of the weird fishes were incredibly hard. Even though his sword was made using a special technique and was extremely sharp, if one didn’t use all his strength, he wouldn’t be able to kill the weird fishes easily. It took a toll on him physically to exert such strength continuously.

If those weird fishes were persistent in their attacks, he might have to seek help from Chen Hao a while later.

Luckily, that didn’t happen, else he would have to suffer a loss of face.

Watching as the two masters overcame the traps, Xue Chuang and the rest who stayed behind in the passageway were overjoyed.

Seeing that these two masters managed to get past even such scary traps, they felt confident that this matter could be resolved.

“Master Long, do you want to come back and take a rest?” Xue Chuang was a smart person. Seeing Master Long breathe heavily, it was evident that he had depleted much of his stamina. Hence, he asked this just in case.

“Humph, now that the traps in the outer palace are overcome, if we continue walking we’ll reach the inner palace. Let’s just resolve this now. How can we give up halfway? Master Chen, do you agree?” Master Long snorted and asked Chen Hao loudly.

Chen Hao got to his feet and said humbly, “Master Long, you’re experienced. I, as your junior, will obey your instructions.”

Oh!

Master Long looked at Chen Hao in shock.

What’s going on here? What brought about the massive transformation in this young fellow? He does sound humble and respectful, the attitude a junior should have towards a senior.

Master Long couldn’t figure out why, but he decided not to overthink this since there were more pressing matters at hand.

“Alright, since those two paths were the wrong ones, the right path must be the one in the middle. Follow us into the inner palace to look for the Dragon’s Coffin Chamber.” Master Long instructed, before walking over.

Chen Hao got to his feet too and walked through the square.

A moment later, they arrived within the palace.

When the laser lights were turned on, even Master Long himself gasped at what he saw as he involuntarily retreated several steps.

In the center of the hall, a white skeleton more than ten meters tall could be seen lying on the ground with its head raised up high.

“Dragon spawn!”

Master Long let out a loud gasp, his voice quivering. Everyone could tell the fear and terror in his voice.

“What? Dragon spawn? You mean these bones? There really existed dragons in the world?” Xue Chuang and the rest were scared out of their wits and their eyes widened, full of disbelief.

Although Chen Hao was startled as well, he had become much calmer after having been startled a few times.

Chen Hao frowned as he carefully sized it up. Isn’t this just the skeleton of a snake? How did it suddenly become dragon spawn?

“That won’t do. Let’s go. We have to leave right now. The evil spirit in this tomb is transformed from a dragon spawn. Once it’s awakened, all of us will have to die.”

Without waiting for Chen Hao to ask, Master Chen spoke again. This time, he took the initiative to ask to leave, and his tone was incredibly firm, leaving no room for negotiation.

Leaving? How can we? We’re already here, we have got to resolve this!

Snapping out of his trance, Xue Chuang anxiously asked, “Master Long, can you be more specific? Shuanglong Group is unable to accept such a vague explanation.”

Master Long didn’t give him any face and simply said, “If you can’t accept it, I’ll return to you that spiritual item. Please consult someone else. Evil spirits transformed from dragon spawn are extremely scary. It’s taboo. We can’t stay a moment longer here. I’ll take my leave first.”

Immediately after he finished speaking, Master Long turned around to leave, not willing to say even a word more.

But when Master Long got to the entrance of the palace, the ground suddenly shook, and a sharp sound rang throughout the place.

Hiss!