Chapter 195: Chapter 194: Void Thunder Pool!
Suddenly, a deafening thunderous sound faintly reached the ears of the two people. They exchanged glances and could tell from each other's eyes that they had arrived at their destination.
In no time, the horizon was filled with an overwhelming quantity of lightning, occupying the vision of Jiang Yun and the Little Fairy Doctor.
In the pitch-black void space, the distant Void Thunder Pool emitted a rumbling sound. At the end of the darkness, a bright silver light flourished, and massive lightning bolts, akin to giant dragons, roared fervently.
Countless silver-white bolts of lightning connected the heavens and the earth, converging into a sea of thunder.
At the periphery of the Void Thunder Pool, layers of pitch-black thunder furiously churned. Several clusters of black lightning, resembling writhing dragons, slowly collided and intertwined, each strike potent enough to annihilate anything below the Saint Rank.
"So, such a vast amount of Black Demon Thunder exists in the void!" Even though Zhu Kun had described it and they were mentally prepared, the sight still left Little Fairy Doctor astounded.
She had encountered Black Demon Thunder before, whether during Jiang Yun's alchemy or her own. However, the quantity was negligible compared to this vast sea of thunder, making one marvel at the world's wonders.
"Indeed, it's quite startling," Jiang Yun nodded in agreement while gazing at the distant sea of thunder.
After they completed refining the ancient dragon tribe's elixir, Zhu Kun shared this location with him, surprising Jiang Yun initially. But after considering Zhu Kun's soul realm and the numerous high-star Dou Shengs currently on Dragon Island, it became less surprising.
Zhu Kun told him about the Void Thunder Pool and mentioned a surprise was waiting for him inside.
Jiang Yun immediately understood that Zhu Kun was likely referring to the Nine Profound Golden Thunder. He believed Zhu Kun knew its current whereabouts, but it wasn't useful to Zhu Kun or the Ancient Dragon Clan members. However, Zhu Kun knew that Jiang Yun could enhance his power by devouring rare treasures from heaven and earth, which led to this venture into the void.
"Let's go in and check it out!"
Jiang Yun withdrew his gaze and looked at the Little Fairy Doctor. She smiled faintly, extended her hand, and held his.
With a thought, a cluster of black flames surged from Jiang Yun's palm, enveloping them in a thin membrane.
As they ventured deeper into the thunder pool, it naturally drew the attention of some Black Demon Thunder.
Immediately, a massive bolt of black lightning, about ten meters wide, shot out like a giant python, thundering towards the top of their heads.
"Boom!"
The pitch-black thunder struck the black demonic flame around them. The flame coiled and suddenly erupted with a strange suction force, directly swallowing the Black Demon Thunder.
Subsequently, a surge of pure energy flowed from within, dispersing into their bodies, giving rise to a slightly electric and tingly sensation wherever it touched.
"It's useful." Jiang Yun assessed the pure energy within him and the slight enhancement to his physique, shaking his head. "But not much."
Even if Jiang Yun devoured every bolt of Black Demon Thunder in this sea, it wouldn't elevate him to a four-star Dou Sheng because his body would develop resistance to it over time. Much like how one can only consume a single upgrade pill in their lifetime, the benefits here would be minimal.
Having concluded this, Jiang Yun did not hesitate further and led the Little Fairy Doctor straight into the depths of the thunder sea. Their action immediately triggered a violent reaction within the thunder pool.
Massive bolts of pitch-black lightning, dense as rain, collided with their bodies, crackling with horrifying power that made one's scalp tingle.
Nevertheless, even the wild Black Demon Thunder couldn't halt Jiang Yun's advance.
Deep within the tranquil Void Thunder Pool, countless massive black lightning bolts roared as they moved, creating an overwhelming momentum. Even a Dou Sheng expert would feel insignificant before such a magnificent sight.
A swirling black storm moved swiftly within the thunder pool, heading towards its deepest part. In the black sea of thunder, it formed whirlpools as it advanced, with black lightning howling and coiling in its wake.
No matter how fiercely they charged, this area seemed like an unfillable abyss. Regardless of how much Black Demon Thunder surged forward, it disappeared with a flash of black light.
Finally, this unusual phenomenon stirred a primal sense of danger in the surrounding Black Demon Thunder. They all surged toward a central dark region, as if seeking shelter there.
At the center of the thunder sea, a colossal golden dragon, as if forged from gold, coiled majestically. Golden lightning splayed out from its body, and numerous black pythons rushed towards it in reverence, seeking protection from the thunder emperor.
Golden arcs continuously flickered on the dragon's body, silently emitting a destructive force that twisted the void space.
"Roar!"
The movement of the Black Demon Thunder roused the slumbering emperor in the pool's depths, causing its tightly shut eyes to slowly open. Within its dragon eyes, bolts of lightning flickered, reflecting the whole world within.
A deafening roar emanated from the Void Thunder Pool's depths, with the terrifying sound waves rippling outward.
"There's actually Nine Profound Golden Thunder here!" Finally, Jiang Yun and the Little Fairy Doctor reached the depths of the pool. Seeing the Nine Profound Golden Thunder, the Little Fairy Doctor covered her mouth in surprise, her eyes filled with joy as she looked at Jiang Yun.
She, like Zhu Kun, knew about this, and she was genuinely happy for Jiang Yun.
As for subduing the Nine Profound Golden Thunder, neither Zhu Kun nor she doubted Jiang Yun's ability to do so.
"Indeed, it's the Nine Profound Golden Thunder. It's time to face it ahead of schedule!" Jiang Yun smiled as he gazed at the formidable golden thunder in the distance.
Nine Profound Golden Thunder only appears when refining a nine-grade golden pill. Jiang Yun meant that he would encounter this thunder emperor before refining the pill.
In this world, many terrifying flames and thunders exist, equivalent to the position of the Nether Lotus Demon Flame and Nihility Devouring Flame in the Heavenly Flame Ranking.
For top-tier experts like Gu Yuan and Hun Tiandi, obtaining one of these three would push them further, approaching the realm of a formidable half-emperor like the Nether Lotus Demon Saint, who dominated an era.
Such heavenly treasures indeed offer fearsome enhancements.
"Boom!"
Suddenly, the golden thunder dragon opened its mouth, and a massive golden thunderbolt, almost hundreds of meters wide, shot out at near-light speed towards the two.
Jiang Yun remained calm, and with a thought, the vast Sacred Heavenly Demon Flame surged out, instantly engulfing the golden thunderbolt.
"Crackle!"
Golden lightning arcs danced on Jiang Yun's body like worms, trying to burrow into his insides. However, with the Sacred Heavenly Demon Flame protecting him, the lightning's efforts were futile.
Simultaneously, a surge of exceedingly pure energy flowed through Jiang Yun's body, more than ten times the scale of a single Black Demon Thunder.
Jiang Yun controlled this vast energy, channeling it through his meridians, producing a tingling sensation that brought immense comfort.
After absorbing it, Jiang Yun assessed his internal energy. He felt that this single strike had almost shattered the barrier keeping him from advancing to three-star Dou Sheng.
"Are you alright?" Seeing Jiang Yun regain consciousness, the Little Fairy Doctor asked softly.
"I'm fine. Though the Nine Profound Golden Thunder is terrifying, it's still within my tolerance level," Jiang Yun chuckled, nodding, and gazing thoughtfully at the golden dragon.
"Boom!"
Just then, a violent rumble echoed. Deep within the thunder sea, the Nine Profound Golden Thunder, seemingly enraged by Jiang Yun's actions, erupted.
Golden arcs burst from its enormous body, carrying its furious dragon roars and echoing thunderously through the region, causing the nearby Black Demon Thunder to retreat in fear.
"The aura is gathering; the Nine Profound Golden Thunder is converging its energy!"
The movement of the Nine Profound Golden Thunder left the Little Fairy Doctor wary. Yet, after observing for a while, her eyes flickered in realization. She glanced at Jiang Yun with a surprised expression.
"Boom!"
From afar, each time spiritual energy collected in the Nine Profound Golden Thunder's eyes, the internal counterforce grew stronger, and thunderous explosions continuously echoed from within.
"Seems like we can save some effort." Jiang Yun nodded approvingly at the Little Fairy Doctor, a smile forming on his face.
He then raised his hand, releasing several spiritual imprints, forming a large spirit-gathering array encompassing the thunder pool's center. Concurrently, Jiang Yun emitted a benevolent soul wave.
With a pointed gesture, a purple stream of light flashed like an arrow, piercing countless voids and landing directly in the thunder dragon's forehead.
"Roar~~"
The golden dragon's eyes lit up, letting out an angry roar. Surrounding spiritual energy surged into its body at a terrifying pace.
Within the Void Thunder Pool, the Nine Profound Golden Thunder emitted furious roars, forcing the surrounding Black Demon Thunder to flee, forming a circle a thousand meters away. They all knew their emperor was at a crucial juncture.
With the growing brilliance in the dragon's eyes, its body began shrinking rapidly. Beside it, a golden thunder pearl the size of half a fist swiftly formed.
As time passed, the spiritual energy in the Nine Profound Golden Thunder's eyes became abundant, rendering them more spirited.
A subtle soul fluctuation gradually emanated from within it.
"It succeeded!" Noticing the change, the Little Fairy Doctor looked at Jiang Yun in surprise.
"Yes, the first intelligent Nine Profound Golden Thunder on the Dou Qi Continent has been born!" Jiang Yun smiled, nodding at the now ten-meter-long golden dragon.
"Welcome to this world!"
With a wave, Jiang Yun retrieved the golden thunder pearl beside it. Seeing its energy fluctuation at only the Dou Zun level, he smiled kindly and then turned, taking the Little Fairy Doctor with him, transforming into a streak of light shooting away.
In the deep pool, the Nine Profound Golden Thunder blinked, watching their departing figures. As the first sight upon its birth, it etched into its soul, unforgettable.
"Fire Elder, please hand this jade invitation from the Gu Clan to Clan Leader Yan Jin. Our friends from the Yan Clan must not miss our ceremony just because the Heavenly Tomb isn't yet open!"
On the periphery of the Flame Realm, a member of the Gu Clan, Gu Xing, entrusted a jade invitation to the encountered 'Huo Yang.'
"Don't worry, Brother Gu. Not to mention the Gu Clan being the leading emperor clan, our clans have been friends for generations. I'll deliver it to our clan leader promptly. We certainly will attend such an important event," 'Huo Yang' solemnly promised, cupping his hands.
Gu Xing nodded in satisfaction, saying, "I'll await the Yan Clan's arrival in the Gu Realm then. I must head to the Lei Clan, farewell!"
"Safe travels!" 'Huo Yang' nodded, speaking softly.
Once Gu Xing left, 'Huo Yang's' expression darkened. He crushed the jade invitation, sneering coldly, "The Gu Clan... the Yan Clan's fate will befall you sooner or later."
"Hurry, the Ling Clan has sent word that the Gu Clan members have left. Lord Nihility is prepared. Let's keep a watch on the Shi Clan," a cold voice behind 'Huo Yang' ordered. From a spatial rift emerged a figure shrouded in a black robe, speaking in a stern tone.
"Alright!" 'Huo Yang' nodded and followed him into the dark portal.
Eastern Region of Central State, where various factions operating were all subordinate to the Gu Clan.
Though the emperor clans rarely made public appearances, the factions leading the Eastern Region had little knowledge about the paramount rulers of this realm.
Following the Bodhi Ancient Tree incident revealing a fraction of the emperor clans' might, curiosity surged among the Eastern Region factions.
With such powerful allies, they felt the need to grow stronger to avoid bringing shame to their mighty big brother, the Gu Clan.
Therefore, as news of the Gu Clan's coming-of-age ceremony spread, the once silent Eastern Region buzzed with activity.
Ancient Clan financing their development seemed necessary.
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