Bab 185: Chapter 185: The Dragon's Path

The battle seemed to stretch into eternity, an unending cycle of combat and survival. But with every foe that fell before me, I drew closer to victory.

As I faced the relentless tide of Spiritual Beasts, I couldn't help but wonder if this was the true purpose of the dragon's test. It wasn't just about physical strength or martial prowess; it was a test of inner resolve, a crucible that forged the unyielding spirit required to unravel the mysteries of the forsaken city.

With one final, explosive surge of power, I unleashed a devastating attack—a vortex of poisonous Qi that swept through the remaining Spiritual Beasts, eradicating them in a swirling maelstrom of venomous energy.

As the last foe dissolved into nothingness, I stood amidst the eerie silence of the surreal realm, my body battered but victorious. The serpent's influence waned, and I began to return to my human form, my wounds slowly healing.