Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2916 - 2915: Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile

Guided by Dracula, Lin Dong and Ye Linglong proceeded side-by-side, their destination being the fabled Ancient General Tomb.

Their journey was unhurried; they had intentionally chosen a more circuitous and demanding route.

This path involved advancing incrementally while actively hunting demon beasts.

Such a strategy served a dual purpose: to obscure their movements and to simultaneously bolster their combat prowess.

As the sun began its descent, painting the horizon in hues of orange and red, a dim twilight enveloped the entirety of the Azure Water Abyss.

Droplets of water caught the golden light, creating a spectacle of dazzling brilliance.

It was at this juncture that they entered a realm entirely new and mystifying.

Dense, black fog swirled all around them, behaving like a sentient entity, consuming the final vestiges of light and plunging the world into a state of profound obscurity.

This was the Forbidden Land, a place where even spiritual sense faltered, and the sharpest mental faculties encountered insurmountable impediments.

"This place… it feels so unsettling," Ye Linglong murmured, her hand tightening on her sword's hilt as she surveyed their surroundings with caution. The fog seemed to muffle her voice, as if an unseen force were actively suppressing it.

Lin Dong inhaled deeply, a peculiar luminescence flickering in his eyes.

He gently closed his eyes, releasing all tension, only to snap them open moments later. Waves of pale blue mental power radiated outward from his core, coalescing into a unique Spiritual Power Domain.

Within the confines of this domain, all forms and colors became perceptible; even the seemingly intangible black fog rendered itself clear to his keen senses.

"Fear not, my Spiritual Power Domain will be our guide," Lin Dong stated with unwavering assurance. Turning to Ye Linglong, his gaze conveyed deep reassurance. "Stay close to me; this region is notably secluded, and there's a substantial likelihood of numerous Demon Emperors lurking here."

Dracula, like a phantom, drifted beside them. His eyes pulsed with an eerie green glow, appearing to probe the hidden mysteries within the swirling black fog.

Despite his silence, the sheer, unadulterated power he exuded left both Lin Dong and Ye Linglong in a state of surprise.

It became evident that Dracula possessed a multitude of undisclosed abilities.

Under Lin Dong's careful direction, they advanced cautiously through the shroud of black fog, every step fraught with the unknown and inherent peril.

From time to time, the guttural roars of demon beasts would echo from within the mist, often preceding intense confrontations. Yet, each time, Lin Dong's Spiritual Power Domain granted him the foresight to anticipate these ambushes, allowing the trio to swiftly counter the encroaching demonic beasts.

The objective was clear: to vanquish these formidable creatures!

Beasts of the Demon King tier held little practical value for Lin Dong and Dracula, and thus, the task of absorbing and refining their essence largely fell to Ye Linglong.

In a remarkably short span, Ye Linglong experienced a significant surge in her power, progressing from her initial promotion to the Third Stage Grandmaster realm to the Middle Stage of the Third Stage Grandmaster.

"Here, my sight is practically useless. I can only perceive and sense my immediate surroundings within a few hundred meters," Dracula disclosed.

"A Demon Emperor must be concealed within this vicinity."

Lin Dong nodded, a faint smile gracing his lips. "My Spiritual Power Domain has detected the presence of a Demon Emperor in this area. I have already pinpointed one."

"Let us proceed and eliminate it," Lin Dong declared.

Since they had successfully located a Demon Emperor within this territory, there was no reason not to pursue and vanquish it, further enhancing their standing on the Five Elements Stele rankings.

With these words, Lin Dong took the lead.

Within this seemingly unending expanse of fog, the passage of time appeared to lose all relevance.

That is, until a specific moment when Lin Dong's Spiritual Power Domain registered an anomaly.

It was an unusual, water-elemental force, subtly emanating from an unseen location ahead. This power felt incongruous with the surrounding black fog, yet possessed a distinct and potent presence.

"Target acquired!" Lin Dong whispered, a spark of excitement flaring in his eyes.

He accelerated his pace, guiding Ye Linglong and Dracula toward the source of this peculiar energy.

As their proximity grew, the black fog seemed to intensify, becoming even more dense.

The previously discernible outlines of the fog coalesced, as if drawn by an unseen hand, forming an opaque, inky cloud that blotted out the sun, plunging the environment into absolute darkness.

Within this profound, suffocating blackness, an ancient and formidable aura began to permeate the very air, solidifying it.

Deep within the unseen depths, a colossal entity, capable of shaking the entire continent, lay in wait.

It was an immense crocodile, stretching for thousands of meters, its eyes resembling colossal lanterns suspended high above. A row of exposed teeth, like massive pillars, were gathered together.

This terrifying entity was the Demon Emperor known as the "Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile."

The name Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile reverberated like thunder across the Extraterrestrial Battlefield.

Not only was it colossal like a mountain, but it also possessed terrifying strength at the Four-Star Demon Emperor Peak. Its scales were as hard as divine iron, its teeth sharp as divine weapons, and each breath stirred the winds and clouds, causing the surrounding space to tremble.

It had previously slain numerous human martial artists, including those at the Heavenly Realm and even some higher-ranked entities on the Five Elements Stele.

As Dracula drew nearer to it, his perception sharpened intensely.

Upon his initial sensing of the aura emanating from the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile, his countenance shifted dramatically, his eyes flickering with an unbelievable gleam.

"This is the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile; this demon beast's strength is already approaching the legendary Sub Ancestor level. Even among demon beasts, it ranks among the mightiest beneath the Secondary Ancestor. More frighteningly, as a demon beast, its defensive power far surpasses that of human martial artists. Coupled with its terrifying Bloodline Power, if we manage to slay it, even half the benefits would be enough to send my cultivation level soaring."

Dracula's voice quivered slightly with excitement, and he glanced at Lin Dong beside him, his eyes alight with the prospect of cooperation.

However, Lin Dong's reaction was entirely unexpected.

Faced with such a Demon Emperor capable of shaking the entire Extraterrestrial Battlefield, Lin Dong's expression, far from showing fear, displayed a confident smile.

"Dracula, this demon beast, I alone am sufficient to deal with it," Lin Dong's words carried a clear refusal.

After all, this was Lin Dong's first encounter with a Demon Emperor of this caliber. At a time when Demon Emperors were so rare, he naturally would not readily relinquish the chance to savor the abundant spoils by himself.

Moreover, when confronting this Demon Emperor, even with Dracula's cooperation, the ultimate resolution would still depend on him.

Since that was the case, why bother cooperating?

Wouldn't it be better to enjoy it solo?

Hearing this, Dracula inwardly sneered.

He was acutely aware that the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile's might was not something Lin Dong could easily contend with alone. Yet, seeing Lin Dong's overflowing confidence, he saw no need to intervene immediately.

"A Demon Emperor of this magnitude is no trivial matter. Since you wish to claim this glory for yourself, I shall permit you to try first. When you find yourself falling short, you will naturally seek my assistance."

Dracula mused internally, a playful smile gracing his lips as he envisioned the scene of Lin Dong desperately pleading for his help.

Yet, amidst this subtle psychological game, Lin Dong had already made his move.

Without the slightest hesitation, his figure surged forward like a phantom apparition.

It was evident he was thoroughly prepared.

Forever possessing such composure and calmness.