Through battles with Hou Tianwu, Xue Yingfeng, Xiang Tu, and others, Long Chen realized that there were too many monsters in this world.
The key point is, this is only a part of the Tianyao Alliance's strength. If all the strong members of the Tianyao Alliance gathered together, who knows how many more such monsters there would be.
Although Long Chen possessed the powerful weapon of the Hexagonal Evil Fly, it was only a one-time consumable—once it ran out, it was gone. It could only be used for surprise and victory.
But just because Long Chen has methods doesn't mean others don't. Just one Heavenly Demon Alliance left him flustered. If Fantian De, Li Changgeng, Long Zaiye, and the others appeared, a fight would inevitably break out.
At that point, he would become the target of everyone's attacks, having to face numerous powerful enemies while also protecting the Dragon Blood Legion. No matter how arrogant Long Chen was, he wouldn't dare take such a risk.
The key is, who knows how many powerful beings of their level actually are? Even if it were just them, who knew how many terrifying trump cards they had? Who could say they hadn't gained astonishing opportunities in the Celestial Vein Profound Realm?
Thinking about all this, Long Chen felt immense pressure, but no matter what, he wanted the Dragon Blood Legion to undergo the best baptism. If they were allowed to absorb it now, Long Chen would be unwilling to accept it.
"Senior, could you point me to a clear path?" Long Chen took a deep breath and said.
"Temporarily abandon condensing the Star Dragon Vein and switch to cultivating the Dragon Blood Heavenly Vein." The Chaos Dragon Emperor seemed to be waiting for Long Chen's words, answering without hesitation.
"Huh?"
At that moment, Long Chen was stunned. Giving up condensing the Star Dragon Vein and switching to cultivating the Dragon Blood Heavenly Vein?
"There are two reasons. First, your Star Dragon Vein requires too much of the power of heaven and earth, which takes too long. You don't have that much time.
Second, your eight-star battle body still has many flaws. It hasn't reached its limit. If you don't reach the limit, you won't see the opportunity for form transformation.
Because your Nine-Star Overlord Body Technique has already taken a different path. Without changing forms, the power of the stars cannot reach its limit."
Long Chen's heart trembled violently. The Chaos Dragon Emperor saw things very accurately and far ahead, speaking with absolute precision.
Ever since he began forcibly changing his form with his five-star battle body, he had already embarked on a different path.
The eight-star battle body was still in its most primitive form and had not yet reached its peak state. Long Chen's compatibility with the eight-star had not yet reached a perfect level.
At this moment, he didn't dare to attempt to change the form of the Eight Stars, because changing forms was extremely dangerous and could be fatal.
He had to reach the ultimate of the Eight-Star Battle Body. As for what the ultimate meant, Long Chen didn't know, let alone explain. It was a feeling—arriving was arriving, not arriving was not arriving—indescribable.
Long Chen always felt that his eight-star battle body was still lacking something, but he wasn't sure exactly what was lacking.
Therefore, Long Chen planned to fully condense the star dragon vein to see if he could fully perfect the Eight Stars.
But the Chaos Dragon Emperor's words made him waver, because according to the Chaos Dragon Emperor, there was simply no time left.
By then, while others have already condensed nine life-bound dragon veins, while he still has six or seven, won't he be beaten like a dog?
"You don't need to rush about the Star Dragon Vein. I mean to put it aside for now to relieve the urgent need." The Chaos Dragon Emperor seemed to sense the concerns in Long Chen's heart.
"As you suggested, senior, I'll first cultivate the Dragon Blood Heavenly Vein. As for how to proceed, I'd appreciate your guidance."
Long Chen gritted his teeth and decided to temporarily give up the power of the stars. There was no other way—things were urgent now, so he had to focus on the present.
He believed the Chaos Dragon Emperor would never harm him, but the power of the stars was rapidly surging. Even if it was just a temporary abandonment, he still felt reluctant to let go.
"I'll teach you a set of inner techniques. Once you settle the Wanlong Nest and the situation outside, you can begin." The Chaos Dragon Emperor spoke, and then a strange rune appeared in Long Chen's mind.
"Is this the Primordial Jiuli Immortal Script?"
When Long Chen saw the immortal script, although he didn't recognize it, his intuition told him it was the original Jiuli Immortal Script.
"Forget about it for now. Settle things and calm your mind. I'll teach you how to use and comprehend it." The Chaos Dragon Emperor said.
Long Chen nodded and walked outside the Wanlong Nest. His large hand pressed against it. The nest trembled violently, endless runes swirling, forming billions of chains. At that moment, the nest switched to its strongest defensive state.
This way, even if someone attacks the Ten Thousand Dragon Nest, they won't be able to disturb the people inside.
"Brother Long..."
Ever since he left, Aman had been feeling restless. Even though Tang Wan'er kept teasing him, he was listless. Now, seeing Long Chen come out, he was overjoyed.
"Aman, you just went through a fierce battle. Get some rest and get some rest!" Seeing the exhaustion in Aman's eyes, Long Chen said.
"Aman isn't sleepy. I'm afraid if I wake up, I won't be able to find Brother Long again." Aman hurriedly shook his head. He had seen Long Chen countless times in his dreams, but once he woke up, Aman would be deeply sad.
Seeing Aman like this, Long Chen felt a pang in his heart. This child was still as innocent as ever, and he still thought he was in a dream.
"Aman, you need to sleep for a while, or the bad guys will show up soon. Brother Long can't beat them, and what if you don't have enough stamina? Be good, sleep for a while, we'll keep watch over you, and if there's any danger, we'll wake you up." Long Chen patted Aman's shoulder.
At the same time, Long Chen's voice grew deep and slow. As he spoke, Aman felt even more sleepy. After a few pats, Long Chen drifted off to sleep.
After Aman fell asleep, Long Chen arranged for four Hidden Dragon Warriors to look after him. Long Chen knew Aman very well; his strength was astonishing, but his consumption was also terrifying.
Therefore, he had to sleep regularly to reduce his consumption. Otherwise, with his meager "rations," he would only last two days. After two days, Aman would go hungry again, and if a major battle broke out, Aman would suffer a huge loss.
After Aman fell asleep, Long Chen gathered all the powerful figures of the Wind God Sea Pavilion. At this moment, the experts of the Wind God Sea Pavilion revered Long Chen as if he were a deity.
Hou Tianwu, Xue Yingfeng, and Xiang Tu—each one were peerless monsters, overwhelmingly powerful. In front of them, everyone felt as insignificant as ants.
Such terrifying beings, even in a revolving battle, were still defeated one by one by Long Chen. Although Aman came to save the day, it didn't affect Long Chen's invincible image in their hearts at all.
"If you all are willing to risk your life to protect my brothers, I will remember this favor."
After speaking, Long Chen said to Tang Wan'er, "Now that the reverse scale of the Imperial Way is beginning to revive and the power of destiny is surging, this is the best time for everyone to improve."
"Buzz!"
Long Chen waved his hand, and the giant tree stretched open the sky. The Seven Treasures Glazed Tree appeared, its divine glaze illuminating the world.
The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Tree had just appeared, and three thousand stars swirled in the void, reflecting on the tree.
When she saw these runes, Tang Wan'er was shocked. She covered her cherry lips with her jade-like hand, her eyes filled with disbelief.