Chapter 435: Defeating the Sky Dragon Beast Marshal — The Divine Treasure Vault Appears!
The mountain beneath Lin Fan's feet had been shattered, and many powerful cultivators nearby were swept up in the aftermath, coughing blood as they were sent flying.
Even as they retreated in panic, their eyes remained fixed on the source of the impact.
There, the Hurricane Sword shimmered with blinding lightning, locked in a standoff against the blood-red meteor.
But as the radiance between the two intensified, the spectators' pupils suddenly shrank.
Because they saw it—the blood-red meteor, launched by the Sky Dragon Beast Marshal, was only able to hold for a few seconds before it was shattered by the Hurricane Sword!
BOOM!
As the storm of energy erupted outward, the Hurricane Sword plunged directly into the Sky Dragon Beast Marshal's chest!
Shlick!
Although the Beast Marshal narrowly avoided a fatal blow, the blade still tore a gruesome wound down his chest—from shoulder to abdomen!
His expression changed dramatically as he retreated in a flash, putting distance between himself and Lin Fan, a trace of disbelief in his eyes.
Hiss!
Everyone around gasped sharply, and the mountains echoed with shocked murmurs.
"Impossible! Lin Fan actually injured the Sky Dragon Beast Marshal?!"
"What was that technique just now?"
"It looked like a spiritual technique… And his realm—he's a Xiao Symbol Master!"
"He's just a young human… but already a Symbol Master! This is insane!"
"A Symbol Master's power can surpass even Reincarnation Stage experts!"
…
"You're… a Xiao Symbol Master?" the Sky Dragon Beast Marshal asked, eyes filled with gravity.
"That's right. I recently broke through," Lin Fan replied with a calm smile. "So, want to continue?"
The Sky Dragon Beast Marshal's gaze flickered. Even he didn't dare act recklessly in front of a Xiao Symbol Master.
Especially after experiencing firsthand just how terrifying Lin Fan was.
But to back down now—where would he put his pride?
"Haha! Sky Dragon, to think you'd suffer at the hands of a human—how embarrassing!"
A thunderous laugh rang out from the distance.
Rolling wind and thunder approached as figures streaked across the sky. At their head was a burly man clad in golden armor, carrying a massive black club. His features were rough and brutish, but his aura was no weaker than the Sky Dragon's.
"It's the Golden Ape Beast Marshal of Golden Ape Mountain!"
The crowd erupted in murmurs at the new arrival—one of the Three Great Beast Marshals of the Beast Domain.
Lin Fan looked toward him and saw the truth—another Reincarnation Stage expert.
"Keh keh... Sky Dragon, if I were you, I'd just wipe them out. You already got the Ninefold Heaven Summit last time. Surely you're not thinking of competing with us again?"
Before the commotion could settle, another shrill voice came from the horizon.
Dark clouds rolled in, composed of countless winged figures. At the forefront was a thin figure with a pair of golden eagle wings extending over a hundred feet behind him.
It was none other than the Ghost Vulture Beast Marshal of Ghost Vulture Ravine, the third and final of the Three Great Beast Marshals.
As their auras enveloped the sky, the very space grew unstable. The pressure made many cultivators feel like their bodies had grown heavier.
Three Reincarnation Stage powerhouses—all gathered in one place.
The audience looked toward the three, their eyes full of awe and fear. These were the true rulers of the Beast Domain.
And yet now… it seemed another had emerged to rival them.
As they recalled the battle they'd just witnessed—Lin Fan standing his ground against the Sky Dragon Marshal—their expressions changed.
Could Lin Fan truly change the balance of the Beast Domain?
"Hmph. You two sure got here quickly," the Sky Dragon Beast Marshal growled.
"Heh, this is the biggest event in three years. If we don't hurry, you'll scoop up all the good stuff again," Golden Ape said with a laugh.
His massive frame shimmered with golden armor engraved with strange runes, emanating powerful ripples of force.
"And we just happened to witness something interesting," Ghost Vulture added, his sharp eyes flicking toward Lin Fan, lingering on him with a hint of seriousness.
Clearly, the other Beast Marshals had seen the earlier clash.
The Sky Dragon Beast Marshal scowled and said, "That kid's yuan power is only at Death Profound Realm. But his spiritual power is already at Xiao Symbol Master level. If you think he's easy prey, feel free to try."
Ghost Vulture chuckled and shook his head. "I've got no feud with him—no reason to fight. That little provocation won't work on me, Sky Dragon."
He was no fool—hence why he was one of the Beast Domain's three rulers.
The Sky Dragon Marshal snorted, unsurprised. His eyes locked back on Lin Fan. "This isn't over. But with the Divine Treasure Vault about to appear, I won't waste time on you now."
"After the vault opens… we'll settle this properly."
Lin Fan gave a slight smile. "Anytime."
Hmph! Sky Dragon turned away, but the calmness on Lin Fan's face irritated him more than he cared to admit.
Golden Ape and Ghost Vulture said nothing, but a knowing glint flashed in their eyes.
In truth, they were hoping Sky Dragon and Lin Fan would fight to the death. That would be the perfect outcome—for them.
"Looks like the treasure vault's about to open…" Golden Ape said, turning his gaze toward the heart of the mountain range.
"Let's wait, then. I wonder if any of the divine items ranked on the Ancient Treasure List will appear this time…" Ghost Vulture licked his lips, eyes glowing with greed.
Golden Ape nodded, desire flashing in his own gaze.
And they weren't alone—every faction in the area was now staring in the same direction, eyes burning with anticipation.
"Big Brother, Second Brother… Looks like there's no backing out of this conflict with the Sky Dragon Beast Marshal," Xiao Yan muttered, his gaze fixed on the Blood Dragon Hall's position.
Lin Fan remained calm. "It doesn't matter. He's not strong enough to change anything."
Suddenly, the entire mountain range trembled.
At the same time, golden light erupted from deep within the mountains—rising to the heavens.
The Divine Treasure Vault… had finally awakened.
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