After finishing his explanation, the Light Dragon King stared at Wang Feng with sharp yet wise eyes.
"So, what do you say, child? After hearing everything I've said, do you still have any questions?"
Wang Feng remained silent, but before he could respond, the Light Dragon King continued.
"If you have no more questions, then I will make you an extraordinary offer. One I believe you won't refuse."
Wang Feng asked with growing curiosity, "What kind of offer?"
The Light Dragon King spoke solemnly, "I will grant you my inheritance."
The atmosphere within the temple instantly became silent. Wang Feng could feel that this was no mere formality—this was a choice that would determine his future.
But something still nagged at his mind.
"Why me?" Wang Feng frowned. "Out of all the people in the world, why was I chosen? Is there something special about me?"
The Light Dragon King let out a quiet sigh, then answered in a deep voice, "Because your martial soul is a dragon. And not just any dragon."
"My martial soul?" Wang Feng grew even more curious.
"Indeed." The Light Dragon King gazed at him intently. "Your martial soul holds a bloodline on par with the Dragon God himself. No one knows where it came from, but I can feel it… that tremendous potential flowing within you."
Wang Feng was stunned.
"If you accept my inheritance," the Light Dragon King continued, "not only will my power become yours, but you will also receive a chance."
"A chance?"
The Light Dragon King nodded. "A chance to inherit the position of Dragon God—and uncover the truth hidden behind the tragedy of the past."
Those words struck deeply in Wang Feng's heart.
Inherit the position of the Dragon God?
Uncover the truth behind the history of the gods?
Wang Feng fell silent. Deep in his heart, he knew that this decision would change his life forever.
But before he could answer—
BZZZT!!
A surge of dark power suddenly exploded from within his body!
Wang Feng jolted. He felt an intense pain coursing through every fiber of his being. His breath turned ragged, cold sweat dripping down his face.
"AARRRGH!!" Wang Feng groaned in agony, his body trembling violently.
From within him, the Blood Demon Emperor martial soul suddenly awakened!
Thick, pitch-black energy surrounded Wang Feng, flowing wildly like raging hellfire. The dark aura was so intense that the air itself began to tremble, and even the Light Dragon King was caught off guard!
"This…!!" The Light Dragon King's eyes widened. "This power…!!"
Before Wang Feng could regain control, from the depths of the temple, a malicious energy stirred!
BOOOOM!!
A wave of crimson-black energy erupted, flooding the entire temple with a terrifying aura. The energy felt ancient, dark, and brimming with hatred.
It surged toward Wang Feng and forcefully entered his body.
As soon as the energy entered, the Blood Demon Emperor martial soul immediately absorbed it.
The Shenlong Emperor, the golden dragon within Wang Feng, tried to stop the Blood Demon Emperor from absorbing the strange energy.
As the Light Dragon King was still stunned by the appearance of the Blood Demon Emperor martial soul, Wang Feng suddenly felt as if his body was being torn apart.
DUAAARR!!
A massive burst of energy exploded from within him!
In an instant, two opposing forces began to battle inside the ocean of his consciousness.
On one side stood the Shenlong Emperor, a colossal golden dragon radiating divine light. Its every movement exuded nobility, serenity, and overwhelming majesty.
On the other side, the Blood Demon Emperor emerged—an ominous creature soaked in blood, with curved horns and bat-like wings pulsing with dark energy. Crimson mist swirled around it, emitting the stench of blood.
"GRRRRAAAAAHHH!!!"
Without hesitation, the Blood Demon Emperor lunged at the Shenlong Emperor ferociously! Its sharp fangs aimed to tear the golden dragon apart, but in a flash, the Shenlong Emperor gracefully dodged and whipped its tail, unleashing a wave of holy light that struck the Blood Demon Emperor's body.
BOOOM!!
The Blood Demon Emperor was pushed back, but instead of being injured, he let out a wild laugh, as if enjoying the battle. His demonic aura flared even stronger, turning Wang Feng's sea of consciousness blood red.
The Divine Dragon Emperor didn't remain idle. He opened his mouth, and from the depths of his throat, a divine light began to form—this was the Breath of Divine Light, a holy power capable of erasing evil in an instant.
Then, they both unleashed their attacks at the same time.
Just as their powers were about to collide, something suddenly appeared between them.
It was—the Lotus of Harmony!!
As Wang Feng felt his body reaching its limit, a pure energy emerged from the depths of his being. This energy was different—not from the temple—but a natural force that brought true balance.
The Lotus of Harmony bloomed with a gentle yet powerful light.
Its petals slowly spun, releasing waves of energy that calmed the battle between the two great powers inside Wang Feng.
Inside his consciousness, the Divine Dragon Emperor and the Blood Demon Emperor, who had been fighting, gradually began to feel the effects of the Lotus. Their conflicting energies slowly began to find balance.
Meanwhile, outside, the Light Dragon King watched the scene with wide eyes.
"This...!! Is it possible?!"
He never expected Wang Feng to have a power capable of harmonizing two opposing forces within one body!
Wang Feng, who had been enduring extreme pain, began to feel relief. His breathing stabilized, and his chaotic mind slowly cleared. The Lotus of Harmony had helped him regain control over his martial spirits again. But Wang Feng knew—he had to find a way to control them himself, so this wouldn't happen again.
The Light Dragon King remained stunned as he stared at Wang Feng.
"Kid… I didn't expect you to have something this incredible within you, beyond just the dragon martial spirit. That thing actually helped you calm and balance two conflicting martial spirits. I'm starting to get even more curious—who are you really?"
"I'm just a kid from a small town, senior," Wang Feng replied honestly.
"By the way, senior," Wang Feng asked curiously, "what was that energy from the temple? Just a little of it was enough to awaken my Blood Demon Emperor spirit instantly."
The Light Dragon King fell silent, as if deciding whether to reveal something.
Eventually, he spoke: "For now, you don't need to know. Just understand that energy is extremely dangerous. When your strength is enough, I'll tell you about it."
Wang Feng nodded, still trying to process all the knowledge he had gained today.
"Alright then, senior. I accept your inheritance."
The Light Dragon King laughed heartily.
"Hahaha! Finally, I can fulfill the last duty entrusted to me by the Dragon God. Very well, boy—prepare yourself! I will now transfer my legacy to you!"
Suddenly, golden light radiated from the Light Dragon King's body. The air around them trembled with immense pressure. Wang Feng felt a powerful and holy energy flowing toward him.
"This inheritance is not just power," the Dragon King continued. "It is also responsibility. By receiving my strength, you will also inherit the will of dragons—and a destiny greater than you can imagine."
Wang Feng nodded firmly. He had already made his decision. No matter how difficult the road ahead, he would not back down.
The golden light grew brighter, enveloping the entire temple. Wang Feng could feel his body changing—his bones strengthening, his blood surging with dragon energy, and his soul growing sturdier. The Lotus of Harmony within him gently vibrated, as if welcoming the incoming power.
The golden light flowed into Wang Feng's body, wrapping him in a divine and magnificent energy. The Light Dragon King watched with satisfaction in his eyes.
"From this moment on, my legacy is yours!"
In an instant, the light gathered into a soul ring unlike any other. It shone with a spectrum of holy golden light, far beyond an ordinary ring—it was a Divine-level soul ring! It immediately merged with the Divine Dragon Emperor spirit, drastically boosting Wang Feng's strength.
But it didn't end there.
A soul bone slowly formed in the air. Glowing golden wings with intricate dragon patterns appeared and floated toward Wang Feng. These were the Wings of the Light Dragon King—an external soul bone granting incredible speed and unmatched flight ability. Without hesitation, Wang Feng accepted them.
Once everything was done, the Light Dragon King smiled with satisfaction.
"Use my power wisely, boy. Don't worry about the seal in the temple for now—I've reinforced it so it can't be broken unless you open it yourself. But remember… I can only maintain it for twenty more years. After that, you'll have to rely on your own strength to face whatever lies beyond."
The light gradually dimmed, and Wang Feng opened his eyes—feeling the new power coursing through his body.