Word Soul: Candle Dragon
Serial Number: 114
Danger Level: Extinction
According to records, the last eruption of 'Candle Dragon' completely destroyed the Bronze City in one strike.
It's pure violence and destruction, capable of easily burning down a city, a thousand rivers, or even triggering underground magma to explode, causing mountains to erupt and possibly destroying the world.
Its only flaw is that the caster must undergo long periods of meditation and chanting. Additionally, the full power of the 'Dragon King' is required.
But even with an 'incomplete' Dragon King, it is more than enough to destroy a mere human.
A thought flashed through Chu Zihang's mind. He knew he had to get up. If he didn't stop Norton, the entire Bronze City would likely be destroyed.
At that point, whether the Dragon King survives or not didn't matter—he and Nono would absolutely never make it out alive.
But the problem was, Chu Zihang gritted his teeth, allowing the blood to flow into his mouth, filling it with a metallic taste. His body simply wouldn't obey him.
The side effect of his third blood explosion was showing: he had nearly fallen into the abyss of 'Death Servitor,' causing his dragon blood concentration to surpass the Critical Blood Limit.
Now, regaining his senses had become a hindrance. His body was being ravaged by the venomous dragon blood, the unimaginable pain making it even impossible to move a finger.
"Damn it! Am I really going to just watch as others take away something important from me?!"
Blood dripped from the corner of his mouth, and Chu Zihang struggled to lift his head. His bloodshot eyes locked onto the towering Dragon King above him.
The terrifying face covered in dragon scales showed a rare human-like expression.
It was one of extreme unwillingness and profound helplessness.
In Norton's cold, indifferent eyes, a golden-red light flickered, as if to say that with his power, nothing could be changed.
The ancient and mysterious dragon language caused the vast amounts of fire element in the air to surge like a raging storm.
The temperature in the entire Bronze Temple rose at an unbelievable rate, quickly evaporating the underground lakes formed by the water. The scorching, boiling steam filled every corner.
The brilliant and dazzling blazing sun grew even brighter, its temperature reaching thousands of degrees, containing incredible energy and destructive power.
It wasn't hard to imagine the terrifying disaster that would occur if the 'blazing sun,' filled with countless fire elements, were to release all of its power.
"Please, just hold on a little longer. Just a little longer."
In this moment, what drove Chu Zihang wasn't dragon blood, but his unyielding willpower. Even though his body was in tatters and death seemed imminent, he had to stop Norton.
Step by step, step by step.
With every step, a large amount of blood sprayed out, like a fountain.
Chu Zihang's figure swayed and almost collapsed, slowly climbing up the blood-stained steps, the bronze staircase that seemed to stretch endlessly towards the sky feeling longer than ever before.
It was like crossing a vast chasm.
"Struggling in vain? How ugly."
Norton's heart was indifferent as he watched Chu Zihang repeatedly fall and rise, a pitiful sight.
But at that moment, a sudden, intense heartbeat surged from within.
Norton frowned, uneasy thoughts swirling in his mind, as if something terrible was about to happen.
Could it be that guy?
He focused all his senses, searching for the source of the 'heartbeat,' his gaze locked on Chu Zihang, suspecting the danger came from him.
But, that shaky figure, it seemed like he'd die any second even if left alone. How could this be the source of any danger?
Suddenly, Norton froze, his heart inexplicably aching.
"This feeling… Constantine?!" He finally realized where the heartbeat was coming from—it was from his brother, connected by blood.
Norton quickly turned to look at the palace, but saw the closed doors had somehow opened slightly, a deep panic filling his heart.
Could it be?
The moment the thought flashed through his mind, a weak voice echoed.
"Sorry, brother."
"I still can't become the king who devours the world, like you expected."
"You once told me that the fate of a discarded clan is to raise a broken battle flag, cross desolate plains, and return to our homeland. But... I can't go back. So, brother, please, consume me. Carry my will, and let's walk the road home together."
"No, no!"
Norton had never been so panicked before, even when facing the former 'Black King.'
No, this is impossible! Even now, Norton couldn't believe it, his eyes locked on the bronze temple.
But soon, a figure emerged from it. It was the girl who had just been hunted down.
Despite her body being drenched in blood and her diving suit torn in several places, revealing her delicate white skin, she wore a mocking smile on her face.
"Hey, Dragon King... I've won."
Boom!!!
A massive explosion rang out from within the bronze temple.
In an instant, specially crafted alchemical powder was swept up by the shockwave, quickly spilling out from the temple, spreading across the vast space.
"Is this... sulfur? No, it's also neutralizing the air!" With just one breath, Norton could sense the sulfur in the alchemical powder, which was undoubtedly a deadly poison to dragons. His pupils shrank immediately. "This is bad, Constantine!"
Normally, this wouldn't matter much. A bit of sulfur wouldn't be able to kill the Dragon King; it was pure nonsense.
But... Constantine was in his weakest 'hatching' state right now, and the air had been taken from him. The consequences were obvious!
The connection between their bloodlines was severed in that very moment!
In that instant, Norton was engulfed by intense panic.
He completely forgot about controlling the gathered fire elements. The interrupted incantation immediately backfired on the caster.
A crack appeared in the blinding sun, which soon couldn't contain the internal fire elements. It exploded like a massive bomb, with the fire elements surging in a violent current, causing an ear-piercing sound as the shockwave shattered.
The intense wind and flames melted the surrounding bronze for dozens of meters!
Nono didn't dare to hesitate. She knew this was their only chance. So, she rushed forward, through the burning flames, using the momentum to roll down the bronze staircase.
"Are you alright?" Although she was severely injured, it wasn't as bad as Chu Zihang. Nono immediately carried the wounded Chu Zihang and said with concern, "I'm glad you made it back."
"What did you do?" Chu Zihang asked.
"Nothing much. While you two were fighting, I quietly snuck into the bronze palace and blew up the Dragon King it was incubating." Nono casually revealed the shocking truth.
Even Chu Zihang was shocked by Nono's bravery. Sneaking into a palace and setting off a bomb in front of a Dragon King was a terrifying move!
At this moment, the dark dragon shape appeared once again in front of the collapsing bronze palace.
"Constantine!!!"
Norton's enraged roar echoed through the burning flames, shaking the entire bronze city.
Pain, grief, fury, and other violent emotions surged like a tangible force, wrapped in a cold murderous intent that filled every corner.
"It looks like we need to run," Nono said, her voice dark as she listened to the heartbreaking screams. "I don't want that guy to catch us. If he does, we're probably dead."
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