This chest was exactly the same as the one on the viewing platform, except that countless runes swirled on this chest, and the formation had been activated, completely sealing off the entire chest.
But even so, the waves of dragon might inside couldn't be concealed. The sacred and noble dragon might radiated outward, making one's soul tremble and making one want to kneel and worship.
Only then did people understand why Long Chen had immediately said that the dragon scales in the treasure chest had been swapped before, and only the true dragon's dragon might carried a sacred power—a spiritual suppression that made all living beings tremble.
Dragons are known as the leaders of a hundred scales, while true dragons are called emperors of all beings. Even though humans are independent from all living beings, they still have to be influenced by the pressure of true dragons. That awe that comes from deep within the soul cannot be faked.
"The Zhao clan really knows how to court trouble, actually swapping Long Chen's true dragon reverse scale, trying to get away with it." Someone couldn't help but shake their head.
"They really must be crazy. They can't see the dragon aura of Long Chen's Dragon Blood Battle Body, nor do they hear the deafening roar of the dragon?"
"Long Chen's cultivation technique is obvious at a glance and must be related to the dragon clan. They think that hiding the true dragon's reverse scale will allow them to frame the Blood Slaughter Hall?"
"Framing might not be possible. They might want to keep this dragon scale to curry favor with the Blood Slaughter Hall and avoid disaster. After all, it's a treasure designated by the Hall of Blood Slaughter. It's said that this dragon scale has cost most of the accumulated wealth of the Nine Provinces Conference over the years—it's no small matter."
"Thanks to Long Chen, otherwise we wouldn't have known there was such a dark scandal. After all these years, they swindled so much money out of it. Just thinking about it makes me furious."
Watching Long Chen hold the golden treasure chest, countless powerful figures whispered among themselves, while the Zhao clan's experts looked ashen, not daring to utter another word.
The powerful figures present all sneered at them, showing no sympathy. All of this was their own doing. Long Chen hadn't killed them all, which was already more than enough.
"Get lost. Silvermoon City doesn't welcome you. You scum, scum, and trash."
"The reputation of Silvermoon City has been completely disgraced by your Zhao clan. For profit, you will stop at nothing, dragging everyone in Silvermoon City into disgrace."
"Master Long has shown you mercy, but we don't have that much mercy. Don't you know what you've done to be so wicked? If you don't get out now, you'll never make it out of Silvermoon City alive. Inside
Silvermoon City, countless powerful figures snorted coldly, striking down the enemy. Because the Zhao clan controlled Silvermoon City, other forces within the city were naturally suppressed. Previously, they could only swallow their anger, but now things were different.
Some factions had even disappeared and began to gather in secret, hoping to take advantage of the Zhao clan's decline to wipe them out completely, because the Zhao clan had committed heinous acts before.
In the past, people feared the Zhao family's backing power. After all, they clung to the Great Brahma Heaven and were colluding with the Blood Killing Hall, so no one dared to touch them.
But now things were different. The Zhao clan's stronghold had been wiped out by Long Chen, and for Great Brahma, he was no longer useful. No one cared about the Zhao clan's fate. Now was the time to repay grudges and repay grudges.
The Zhao clan's strong warriors, with no other choice, had to leave this ancient city where they had dominated for countless years. After they left, many of the powerful figures in Silvermoon City also disappeared. Clearly, the outcome for the Zhao clan was likely not good.
Long Chen obtained the golden dragon scales and felt the endless dragon might inside the treasure chest and the intimacy emanating from the scales. He was so excited he nearly jumped up. With this dragon scale, he could condense a golden battle body. Then, who among his peers could stand against him?
"Congratulations, congratulations! Having recovered a lost treasure is truly a blessing." The head of Huayun Trading Company came over to offer congratulations, but the embarrassment on his face was impossible to hide.
This time, Huayun Trading Company had completely lost face, and they were extremely angry. When did Huayun Trading Company become so easy to bully? So many people didn't take them seriously. This matter had to be reported upwards.
"Hehe, it's truly fortunate. But this time, it's no wonder the seniors responsible for the handover are involved.
After all, you are merchants, and merchants value integrity. But not everyone is as trustworthy as Huayun Trading Company. Those seniors just lack experience in this area. Long Chen was in a great mood after obtaining the dragon scales and didn't mind the matter anymore. He also put in a good word for Huayun Trading Company to avoid embarrassment.
But the more Long Chen acted like this, the more embarrassed the man became. The Huayun Trading Company had handled things in a complete mess this time. Lack of experience was no excuse; they had indeed done things too roughly in many areas, which didn't fit the confident and wise style of a businessman. They needed to make a public self-criticism.
Next, Long Chen was invited back to the Dao Discussion Platform, and the award ceremony continued. The Zhao clan had done a good deed, giving Long Chen a piece of Yinglong's reverse scale. Although Yinglong was not a true dragon, it was still an extremely terrifying existence among the dragon clan.
Moreover, having reached the Gold level, this scale is also a supreme treasure. The Zhao clan truly lost the rice while stealing a chicken but losing the rice; a moment of greed destroyed the entire clan.
Of course, this Yinglong Reverse Scale became Long Chen's possession. Long Chen stored the Yinglong Reverse Scale into the Chaos Space, but he dared not accept this True Dragon Reverse Scale.
Because the True Dragon Reverse Scale has its own proud will, and the majesty of the Chaos Space cannot be challenged by anything. If they clash and Long Chen fears the Space will destroy the True Dragon Reverse Scale, he will truly be in tears.
But even through the treasure chest, Long Chen could feel the terrifying divine pressure and undying will. That power made his heart race, and he didn't dare to subdue it just yet.
According to ancient records, the Golden Dragon's realm is equivalent to the human race's fourth-level realm. If it were the Yinglong reverse scale, he would dare to absorb it right now. But this was a true dragon, and it was left behind by the descendants of that mysterious dragon clan's powerful figure. His intuition told him that if he absorbed it now, the power would probably burst him apart. He didn't dare to take the risk now, nor was there any need.
He planned to wait until his realm advanced to the peak of the Twelve Heavens of Divine Fire, then refine the Golden Dragon Scale, condense a golden battle body, and then undergo the tribulation, which would be safer.
Last time he crossed the tribulation, Long Chen was nearly killed. It was extremely dangerous, and this golden dragon scale was his guarantee for the tribulation, which is why Long Chen was determined to obtain it.
Long Chen won the championship, runner-up, and third place simultaneously, but he gave the prizes to Luo Qing and Mu Qingyun respectively. Originally, Long Chen wanted to give the runner-up to Liao Yuhuang.
But after that battle ended, Liao Yuhuang disappeared, without even claiming the prize or even saying goodbye, he left.
Long Chen had no choice but to give it to the two of them, because the runner-up and third place not only received massive immortal crystal rewards but also top-grade treasures to choose from, allowing them to select their favorite divine weapons.
Mu Qingyun was overjoyed and didn't refuse, while Luo Qing felt very embarrassed. However, she knew Long Chen's character and ultimately went with him to Huayun Trading Company to select their favorite divine weapons. However, she didn't accept the immortal crystals and gave them directly to Long Chen. Long Chen then gave the crystals to Luo Bing and Luo Ning, telling them to buy their favorite divine weapons and treasures at Huayun Trading Company. In this way, everyone gained something and was very happy.
The Jiuzhou Conference did not end very satisfactorily, but for countless spectators, this Gathering was all worthwhile. Meanwhile, Long Chen's great name was quietly spreading across the nine heavens and ten lands.
The championship of the Nine Provinces Conference might not be as sensational, but killing his most beloved disciple right in front of Empuda shocked countless powerful figures.
News from here is spreading throughout the Immortal Realm through countless channels, and this is exactly what Long Chen wants.