Chapter 2016 - 673: Journey to the Dragon Nest, Arrival at the Dieyisha Mountain Range (5600)

Chapter 2016: Chapter 673: Journey to the Dragon Nest, Arrival at the Dieyisha Mountain Range (5600)

"That’s right."

Cao Xing nodded and said, "There is a dragon nest here, and it might contain newborn hatchlings. Our target is the creatures inside the dragon nest."

Upon hearing this, Blom and Marlenina immediately turned their attention.

After all, as one of the world’s most powerful races, dragons naturally possess incredibly strong physical power and magical talent.

Any dragon, at the bare minimum, has Commander Level potential, and even in infancy possesses substantial war power.

Moreover, they grow stronger very quickly; even if they just eat and sleep every day, they continue to gain strength.

This naturally blessed race piqued everyone’s interest.

Renice realized it too, a glimmer of excitement flashing in her eyes: "I see, a dragon’s power is indeed immense."

"If we can tame it, our territory will soon gain another formidable force!"

Blom exclaimed, "Haha! Our territory is going to have new members again!"

Cao Xing smiled and said, "It’s too early to talk about that; we don’t even know where the dragon nest is."

After speaking, his gaze once again shifted toward the mountain range ahead.

Although they had reached the target location.

A new problem lay ahead.

The problem is that the Dieyisha Mountain Range is extremely vast.

Trying to find the dragon’s nest in such a large region is no easy task.

Cao Xing pondered in a low voice, "Dragons are among the top entities in nature."

"The strength of the dragon in this mountain range is unknown, but it certainly isn’t below Heroic Level, perhaps even stronger!"

"Such a powerful being would typically dwell in the central region."

"I can follow this clue to find it."

Of course, this was only Cao Xing’s speculation.

If the dragon is low-key in nature and deliberately hides its existence, finding it will be much more challenging.

Also, according to Binglan, dragons become more cautious during their breeding period and might actively conceal their nests.

They only leave the nest to hunt after the hatchlings break out of their shells.

And a dragon’s incubation can take years, even decades.

Waiting for such a dragon to actively emerge could be a literal lifetime.

"Never mind, let’s start searching first."

Thus, Cao Xing continued to command Old Wang, swiftly advancing towards the depths of the Dieyisha Mountain Range.

Due to the current rampage of the storm, the birds and beasts in this mountain range mostly hid in their nests or caves.

The entire area felt particularly silent.

Old Wang soared high without encountering any obstacles.

He traversed towering mountains and snow-covered forests, and they soon reached the mountain range’s depths.

The surrounding area presented several tens of thousands of meter high peaks, forming irregular shapes and encircling the central region of the mountain range.

Aside from these, the place seemed no different from the outside.

It was still covered with snow, with cold winds howling.

However... Cao Xing and the others could feel something unusual in the area.

The air here was filled with a faint aura of dominance, as if some powerful creature had left its mark.

This aura deterred the beasts from approaching the mountain range.

Renice’s expression was serious as she grasped the Elegy of Time in her hand and said, "Lord, something’s amiss."

Cao Xing nodded slightly, his eyes scanning the surroundings.

At that moment, he noticed another anomaly.

At first glance, the peaks here seemed indistinguishable from the outside, but upon closer inspection, subtle traces could be seen.

Fractures appeared in the cliff walls covered in snow, as if some giant power had forcibly torn them apart.

On the ground, occasional giant claw marks were embedded deep in the frozen soil.

There was a vague sensation, as though a gaze was sweeping over their backs.

Blom raised his shield, smiling as he said, "Lord, the monsters here are quite powerful!"

"I doubt they’re just heroic-level in power."

Upon hearing this, Cao Xing nodded solemnly, surprise showing on his face.

More than heroic-level power, implying perhaps a Legendary Dragon resides here?

Thinking of this, he felt anticipation building within him.

Until now, he had never encountered such legendary dragon clan creatures!

Cao Xing remarked, "Everyone, look around. The dragon nest should be nearby."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Just as they were about to act, a terrifying pressure suddenly permeated the area!

Before they could react, a deafening dragon roar erupted suddenly!

"Roar—!"

The dreadful sound thundered like rolling lightning, resonating for hundreds of kilometers around!

The surrounding snow on the peaks collapsed, masses of snow fell like turbulent waves!

The roar alone made everyone feel their blood surge and their eardrums ache!

Creatures below Level 100 immediately felt weak in their knees, losing all resistance upon hearing that sound!

The dragon’s might was revealed in full measure!

"Wow! It truly is a Legendary Dragon!" A flicker of excitement passed through Cao Xing’s eyes, and his anticipation grew!

He intended to trace the sound’s source.

Just then, a nearby high mountain shook intensely.

"Rumble..."

Near the summit, massive rocks rolled down while the mountain began to crack.

Then a pitch-black entrance appeared.

A chill emanated from it as if some terrifying presence lurked within.

Cao Xing’s eyes showed a hint of surprise.

"Is this... inviting us in?"

Marlenina and Renice watched the entrance warily.

The dragon’s power was immense, and there might be lurking dangers in its cave.

But Cao Xing’s group wasn’t weak either.

Though only Marlenina and Blom were Legendary Level.

Their strength was such that even if a demigod appeared.

They could put up a fight.

Hence, Cao Xing decisively ordered, "Let’s go, we’re heading in."

Upon his command, Old Wang led the four straight for the massive cave at the summit.

"Whoosh—!"

The enormous entrance easily accommodated the Griffin King’s form.

In a flash, it traversed hundreds of meters through the cave’s passage.

As they delved deeper, the temperature dropped significantly.

They seemed to be venturing into the heart of an ice mountain.

Crossing the deep passage, the scene before them suddenly opened up.

A spacious cavern appeared ahead.

Meanwhile, an intense chill assaulted them, the temperature plummeting sharply.

Compared to the warmth of other creatures’ nests, this one appeared akin to a vast ice cave!

Numerous crystalline ice pillars hung from above, the ground covered with thick icy layers, as smooth as a mirror.

Layers upon layers of frost coated the surrounding rock walls, resembling a natural ice crystal palace, cold and majestic.

The ground was littered with various massive bones and some broken weapons and war armor.

"This should be the interior of the dragon nest."

Cao Xing exhaled white mist and whispered.

As his gaze scanned the surroundings, he was confused, "But... where’s the dragon?"

Marlenina and Renice also felt puzzled, warily surveying the area, trying to locate the dragon.

Yet the nest seemed to contain nothing except cold silence.

At that moment, Cao Xing suddenly sensed a powerful aura rapidly approaching!

His expression tensed as he quickly warned, "Be careful, something’s coming!"

The four swiftly turned around.

Blom immediately raised his shield, using his massive form to shield them.

However, as that aura neared them, its speed slowed down.

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