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Urban Supreme Wild Son-in-Law War God-Chapter 678: Doesn’t Look That Impressive
"And it was because we sensed the fluctuations of the Sacred Dragon Power within you that we abducted your friends and brought them here," said the elder.
Ye Ling was completely baffled by this revelation, but he was now certain that there truly was a treasure in Bahuang Great Mountain, just as Bai Yuxuan had mentioned.
Otherwise, these primitive people wouldn't have gone to such lengths to kidnap Gao Quan and the others and bring them here, let alone reveal the treasure to Ye Ling.
However, since they said it was the aura emanating from his body that caught their attention, Ye Ling felt compelled to understand exactly what was happening.
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"Why do you choose to remain in the Bahuang Great Mountain? Surely you have better options than staying isolated here," Ye Ling spoke calmly.
Upon hearing Ye Ling's words, the elder burst into a hearty laugh, shaking his head as he spoke.
"It is our ancestral teaching, and we must abide by it. Those who defy the teachings of our people of Bahuang Great Mountain—if discovered—face mild punishment by being expelled from the mountain range, or worse, being driven out completely!"
Ye Ling was inwardly impressed: "Elder, how long have you been staying in this place?"
"We have stood watch here for hundreds of years, with the duty to await the arrival of the one with the Sacred Dragon Body."
"Now that we have met the one with the Sacred Dragon Body, the task naturally falls to you. If you can unlock the treasure, then you will be a benefactor to Bahuang Great Mountain."
"If not, we'll have no choice but to expel you and await the next person with the Sacred Dragon Body!"
The elder's words were direct, with no mincing of words; after all, he was telling the bitter truth.
Just then, Gao Quan and the others made a noise, and soon after, they all woke up.
When they caught sight of their surroundings, they were startled into exclaiming, each of them covering their mouths as if afraid of being overheard.
"What's going on here, what happened? Where are we?" Gao Quan asked in confusion, looking at the people in front of him with wide eyes.
Ye Ling gestured with his hand: "We are in Bahuang Great Mountain on Spirit Demon Island. These elders are the guardians of Bahuang Great Mountain."
"Ah?" Gao Quan's expression changed once again upon hearing Ye Ling's words.
They had not expected these individuals to be guardians of Bahuang Great Mountain.
Moreover, it seemed they had been guarding it for a lengthy period, for their clothing was such an ancient style, they certainly wouldn't be this primitive otherwise.
The elder continued, "Since our place is cut off from the world, the cultivators here are much more advanced than the outside. However, the price paid is also great."
"For instance, each of us has to expend a tremendous amount of resources to enhance our strength."
"The energy required is immense, but to us, guardians of Bahuang Great Mountain, this is nothing!"
Ye Ling felt the waves of Spiritual Energy emanating from the people around him and inwardly marveled—Bahuang Great Mountain's sheer aura was astonishing.
And this was only one of the families of Bahuang Great Mountain; if one considered the collective strength of the entire mountain, no wonder they claimed to stand guard over an immensely vast treasure!
"Elder, you mentioned there are three major families here? What exactly is this test you speak of?" Ye Ling inquired.
He may have gotten a rough idea of the place from the others, but there were still many questions for which Ye Ling sought clarity. Best to ask now and save time.
The elder nodded: "Indeed, there are three major families, we are the Yan family. The other two are the Xuanyuan family and the Mo family!"
"As for the test, it's quite straightforward. Each family will select a person to gauge your cultivation level and talent. Pass, and you'll be able to unlock the treasure!"
Ye Ling nodded, feeling quite confident about the test.
After all, he was a mid-stage Saint, and even facing a high-stage Saint, he possessed the strength to fight.
"And if I lose, what will be the consequences?" Ye Ling continued to inquire.
At this, the elder shook his head: "You'll be fine, but we will continue to stand guard here until the next person with the Sacred Dragon Body appears!"
"So, young man, give it your all. Otherwise, we will have to continue our lives here!"
The elder shook his head, a look of longing on his face: "I will now go discuss this matter with the Mo family and the Xuanyuan family. Come along with me—it's time they meet you!"
"Oh, then please lead the way, elder!" Ye Ling responded with a smile.
Ye Ling, Zhan Mengqi, Zhe Xiaoyu, and the rest followed the elder as they walked towards a distant place, while Gao Quan and the others stayed behind in the Yan family's care to rest and recover their strength, not accompanying them.
Half an hour later, Ye Ling and his companions entered another small village.
This place belonged to the Mo family, and the elder awaited Ye Ling's arrival in the great hall of the Mo family.
As they entered, the hall was already filled with people, all on guard and watchfully eyeing Ye Ling and his group at the doorway.
Ye Ling also noticed that these people radiated hostility towards him, hostility that seemed directed specifically at him, leaving him somewhat taken aback.
"Yan elder, what is this about? We three families have always been unwelcoming to outsiders. What are you trying to do?" one of the Yan family members stood up to confront the Yan elder and vociferously demanded an explanation.
The Yan elder paused for a moment, then shook his head and responded: "Get lost. I've come to discuss a significant matter concerning Bahuang Great Mountain with your Mo family!"
After hearing this, the man shrugged his shoulders without saying more. The Yan elder cast a meaningful look at Ye Ling, "Stay here and wait for me. I'll go inside and speak with those old fogies. Then I'll come back out."
After saying these words, the Yan elder strode decisively into the inner depths of the hall,
And the moment he entered, the Mo family's members all simultaneously turned their gazes upon Ye Ling.
Ye Ling calmly faced the crowd, remaining silent, his expression unchanged.
One of the young men of the Mo family sneered contemptuously, "Heh, so you're the one with the Sacred Dragon Body; you don't look all that impressive."
Ye Ling said nothing, simply giving the young man—this fellow named Mo Tianqi, a novice-stage Saint—a cold look.