Chapter 30: The Birth of the Sun and Moon Dragon

  Then the crimson light began to fade, slowly—as if the world itself were awakening from a sacred, heavy dream.

  The roar that had torn through the heavens gradually descended into silence,until nothing remained but a faint echo drifting across the horizon.

  And as everything outside my body dissolved into stillness…

  I began to regain consciousness.

  The world was gone.

  Sound, light, even the wind—all had fallen silent.

  Nothing remained… except for my heart,beating slowly—but it was no longer my old heart.

  I am the one who carries the sun and the moon within my blood.

  As time passed, I felt the Dragon Heart within me begin to grow.

  At first, it was as small as a clenched fist—but with each pulse, it expanded,becoming a core of pure power,pumping primordial fire through every vein of my body.

  The meridians within me stretched without limit,absorbing energy and channeling it like rivers of flame.

  The Marrow and Blood Purification Pills ignited within me,reconstructing my blood and essence completely.

  My blood turned crimson and radiant,shimmering like molten magma.

  My lineage evolved…I had ascended to the rank of an Emperor Bloodline.

  My scales hardened, gleaming like celestial steel,and my physical strength soared to an unimaginable level—ten thousand tons!

  Then, I took the Great Body-Calming Pill.

  As I swallowed it, a wave of strange warmth swept through me.

  A gentle current of energy flowed through my veins,rearranging my cells and soothing the chaos of power within me.

  That pill granted me a permanent and profound enhancement to my physical strength,leaving me with a tremendous sense of renewal—

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  as if every muscle in my body had been reforged beneath the fires of heaven.

  My muscles and bones became both supple and unbreakable,moving in perfect harmony with my inner flames,as though my body and my energy had merged into a single, flawless entity.

  But I hadn’t expected what came next…

  At the very moment my imperial bloodline was perfected,the Body of the Sun and Moon awakened.

  I felt the sun ignite on the left side of my chest,and the moon glow softly on the right—light and darkness merging within a single dragon.

  I smiled.

  The time had come.

  It was time to move.

  The Golden Lion’s opportunity awaited before me,and the legacy of the Venom Emperor’s Tomb lay waiting for the one worthy to claim it.

  I would seize that inheritance—and through it, find the path to the tombs of the other emperors.

  Then I would advance toward the Mausoleum of the Buddha Emperor,

  to claim the Holy Devil Buddha Body—one of the greatest physiques since the dawn of creation.

  When all these powers converge within me,my body will become the perfect balance of light and darkness,sanctity and destruction.

  I will become a dragon surpassing even the ancient emperors themselves.

  Nothing in this world will ever stand before me again.

  And this time…history shall record that the world itself bowed before the dragon who bears the sun and the moon in his blood.

  After a month—

  At present, within the grand palace of the Emerald Empire, the Emperor sat upon his resplendent throne, surrounded by ranks of princes, advisors, and high commanders.

  The golden light of the royal hall reflected upon towering pillars of jade and gold, while a solemn silence filled the air—broken only by the sound of tense breathing among those assembled.

  One of the princes stepped forward, bowing respectfully, his voice brimming with ambition: Your Majesty, I humbly request permission to lead a squad of knights into the Forest of Death, to search for the treasure that has appeared there.

  During the past month, three mysterious auras have emerged from deep within the forest—believed to be signs of the birth of three legendary treasures.

  Please, Your Majesty, grant me permission to go personally.

  Another noble raised his voice in support: Your Majesty, the prince is right. It has been over a month since those three treasures appeared in the Forest of Death.

  If we delay any longer, they may fall into the hands of other kingdoms.

  The imperial advisor spoke next, his deep, dignified tone echoing through the hall: Your Majesty, this matter cannot be delayed.

  It holds great significance for the entire Empire.

  The Emperor looked down upon them from his lofty throne, his calm eyes concealing both contemplation and caution.

  Then, with a steady, commanding voice, he spoke: You are all aware that the Forest of Death is a perilous place.

  Four powerful beasts dwell within it—creatures no one has dared challenge for centuries.

  I fear your expedition may bring great losses to our knights…

  However, I shall permit Prince Jing to lead an elite unit to investigate what lies within the forest.”

  A broad smile spread across Prince Jing’s face; his eyes burned with ambition as he replied proudly: Thank you, Father.

  I promise to present to you whatever treasures I find in the forest myself.

  Do not worry about the beasts that dwell there—they are nothing but lowly creatures, unworthy even of breathing the same air as we humans.

  I will cleanse that forest of such filth.

  The Emperor’s expression hardened, his tone turning cold and sharp,yet heavy with paternal warning:I hope you do find the three treasures, Jing…but do not underestimate those beasts.

  Even the weakest among them can kill you if you let your guard down for a single moment.

  Your journey to the Forest of Death may last a month and a half.

  Take enough provisions… and prepare for the worst.

  The prince bowed deeply, confidence gleaming in his eyes.

  “Understood, Your Majesty.

  Your son requests permission to depart.

  The Emperor made a firm gesture with his hand.

  “Very well… you may go.

  May fate protect you from the madness of that forest.

  As the voices of princes and advisors faded through the vast corridors of the palace,the Emperor lifted his gaze toward the ornate ceiling above him.

  A shadow of thought crossed his eyes as he murmured silently to himself: Three auras… all emerging from one forest?

  Could it be… that the ancient tomb is stirring once more?

  Has the time finally come for the inheritance buried within that grave to awaken—or… is something else emerging entirely?

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