Chapter 603 - 601: Enemy

After exchanging a few words with Liu Yue’Er, Lin Xuan began to introduce Bingxin and the others. Upon learning they were Mutated Phoenixes, everyone looked astonished. The biggest recent uproar had been about the Mutated Phoenixes, and they hadn’t expected Lin Xuan to actually know them.

After some discussion, their astonishment turned to fury. The reason was simple: the Black Dragon Race!

The Black Dragon Race was their mortal enemy. Now that the Black Dragons had allied with the Fire Phoenix King, they were all infuriated. They never thought the Black Dragon Race’s reach would extend so far, meddling in other affairs.

"That’s the gist of the situation. I wonder if you’d be willing to lend a hand?" Lin Xuan asked, looking at Liu Yue’Er and the others. The Fox King and the Grand Elder of the Golden Dragon Race were present, and their willingness to help was crucial. Whether they could act was the key.

Without them, Bingxin’s group would have a much slimmer chance. Therefore, whether things could be resolved more easily all depended on their participation.

Grand Elder Jin Wei looked at him and said, "Is there even a need to ask? Since the Black Dragon Race is trying to get their way, we certainly won’t stand by and do nothing. We must completely ruin their plans! Besides, City Lord Lin himself has asked. Even if it weren’t for the Black Dragons, we would still help, wouldn’t we?"

"That’s right. Even if the Black Dragon Race wasn’t involved, we would still help. Now that they are, it goes without saying. We’re all in the same boat!" A hint of killing intent flickered in the Fox King’s beautiful eyes. The Black Dragon Race had forced them into such a miserable state, leaving the Demon Fox Secret Realm in ruins.

A look of joy crossed Bingxin’s face. With this, their number of allies had increased significantly, giving them a much better chance of obtaining the Heart of the Fire Phoenix. It seemed this trip hadn’t been in vain. Getting to see the Ice and Snow Tower was also quite worthwhile.

"Then I thank you all for your assistance. I won’t say more than necessary. If we succeed, the Phoenix Race will surely support you all in eradicating the Black Dragon Race!" Bingxin’s eyes flashed. ’The deeds of the Black Dragon Race have enraged both heaven and man. Now that they’re pressing down on our heads, I definitely won’t let them off easily.’

"Now, let’s start discussing the plan..."

Bingxin and the others dispensed with the pleasantries and immediately began discussing their next steps. The matter of the Phoenix Ruins could not be delayed any longer, as it was about to open. They had to finalize a plan quickly.

They discussed for a long time before finally settling on a general plan. Overall, Bingxin would take the lead, and everyone would follow her command.

"Alright, there’s no time to lose. We’ll rest for a bit, then head directly to the Phoenix Ruins!" Bingxin announced the plan.

Lin Xuan nodded in agreement. ’The sooner, the better; speed is of the essence. Besides, the Lin Family’s situation is also precarious. It would be safer to act quickly.’

During the ensuing rest period, Bingxin took a tour of the entire Ice and Snow Tower. In truth, there wasn’t much to see. The Youlan Emperor hadn’t left behind any contingencies or special gifts for her.

However, Lin Xuan did grant Bingxin the authority of a Vice City Lord. In a sense, the Youlan Emperor had done him a favor, so giving her this position was no big deal.

Finally, after their preparations were complete, they set out for the Phoenix Ruins. When they left, the outside was calm and peaceful, with no sign of the Black Dragon Race.

Clearly, it wasn’t that the Black Dragons were scared, but that they were temporarily unable to come here, being busy with other matters. Standing guard here indefinitely wasn’t a viable strategy for them. Now that they had received word, they probably couldn’t rush back in time.

Of course, even if the Black Dragon Race had been there, Lin Xuan’s group would not have been the least bit afraid. They were not weak to begin with, having gathered so many experts—four at the Void Spirit Level alone. As long as the enemy didn’t field anyone with Spirit King Stage Cultivation, they were confident they could hold their ground.

However, experts with Spirit King Stage Cultivation rarely appeared. Both sides originally had Spirit King experts, but they had been eliminated in the fighting. The Golden Dragon King had been a Spirit King Level expert, but he was severely wounded and died clashing with the Black Dragon Race, though he managed to take the enemy’s Spirit King expert down with him.

A Divine Beast Level Spirit King expert was terrifying, able to easily crush a human Spirit King expert. Therefore, a Divine Beast at the Peak of the Void Spirit Stage could contend with a human Spirit King expert. If the enemy’s Spirit King expert was too formidable, however, they would be outmatched.

Thus, with four Void Spirit Stage experts on their side, they were completely fearless. They charged straight toward the Phoenix Ruins, and anyone foolish enough to get in their way was met with certain death.

The Demon Fox Race, the Golden Dragon Race, and the Phoenix Race, plus the human Lin Xuan—such a combination was unprecedented. The combined power of these three factions was terrifying. They had dozens of Core Formation Stage experts, and not a single one of them had a Cultivation lower than the Core Formation Stage—except for Lin Xuan.

Lin Xuan was a special case, and his Cultivation was also the lowest: Fifth Layer Spirit Pill Stage. Though his Cultivation was low, they still chose to bring him along. With their protection, Lin Xuan would be fine.

Besides, they had all witnessed Lin Xuan’s capabilities, so no one said anything against it. Being able to journey to the Phoenix Ruins would be of great help to his training.

Soon, they charged into the Phoenix Ancient Domain, heading straight for the Phoenix Ruins. As they reached the area, Lin Xuan saw many members of the Demon Race rushing in the same direction. As long as one had a key, they could open it. In the past, without keys, the only way was to seize one from a Phoenix, but they lacked the strength to do so. Now, things were different.

With the keys in their possession, they could hold onto them securely unless a Phoenix came to seize them. The crucial point was that more than one clan of the Demon Race possessed a key.

Upon reaching the vicinity of the Phoenix Ruins, Lin Xuan could see the sight ahead from mid-air.

The Phoenix Ruins looked immense. From the outside, it resembled a giant Phoenix coiled up, a sign of Phoenix Nirvana. Its fiery red form also gave the feeling that it was about to soar into the nine heavens, appearing incredibly lifelike!

"It’s built entirely from Fire Elemental Stones. What an extravagant work..." Lin Xuan sucked in a cold breath. Fire Elemental Stones were Primordial Stones that specifically provided Fire Elemental Power, and their value was certainly higher than that of colorless Primordial Stones.

’Though valuable, it’s impossible to mine them. If they could be mined, who would need a key? They could just dig out the entire treasure!’

When they arrived above the Phoenix Ruins, they quickly descended. Just as they landed, a cold voice rang out.

"No wonder you had the gall to come here. So you came with the Golden Dragon Race and the Demon Fox Race. Your presence is nothing but a desecration of the Phoenix Ruins!"

Lin Xuan looked in the direction of the voice. The woman who had spoken so sharply was none other than Bingxin’s sworn enemy—the Fire Phoenix King!