Chapter 276: The Opening of the Danhuo Domain

“Divine beast essence blood, divine medicine essence, paired with the essence blood of rare exotic beasts—what a terrifying medicinal bath!” After watching, Yang Tian was deeply shaken. This was a method for preparing a medicinal bath, extremely troublesome to concoct, and the materials required were likely beyond the reach of most powers in the Eastern Continent.

“The essence blood needed for this medicinal bath is indeed terrifying, but the effects are excellent. It is said that the super clans within the Great Wilderness all undergo this baptism.” Elder Gu sighed. He knew little about it himself; acquiring this ancient formula back then had been a narrow escape from death.

“Even the essence blood needed for this Mortal-grade medicinal bath is terrifying enough…”

Outside the hall, Shangguan Hao and the others were discussing animatedly. It had been three hours since Yang Tian went up, and he still hadn’t come down.

“Why hasn’t he come down yet? Nothing’s happened, has it?” Dan Zong clenched his fists from time to time. The time for the Danhuo Domain to open was running short; the delay was too long, and even he couldn’t bear it.

Xiao Xiao furrowed her small brows, her bright big eyes flickering with displeasure. Elder Gu had lived here for over a decade and had never kept anyone, not even her, despite her divine body—he only showed a bit more warmth toward her.

Tian Xin occasionally made snide remarks from a distance, and those around him kept their distance, unwilling to associate with him.

Just as Dan Gu was growing impatient, Yang Tian’s figure appeared before them, and the group breathed a collective sigh of relief. Yang Tian hadn’t expected the twists and turns—not only had he obtained a precious ancient formula, but Elder Gu had also gifted him some rare exotic beast essence blood!

This formula was not something everyone could withstand, especially the Heaven-grade medicinal bath. Even some divine bodies found it hard to endure this baptism. Elder Gu had taken a liking to Yang Tian’s physique and thus made the deal with him.

“Quite the airs you have, keeping so many of us waiting for you alone.” Tian Xin sneered, though his eyes seemed to relax as if relieved.

“If you don’t want a beating, stand there quietly.” Hearing this, Yang Tian turned back to look at Tian Xin, a cold smile curling at the corner of his mouth as he barked.

Tian Xin’s face filled with anger, but he snorted and said no more.

“Next, we will enter the Danhuo Domain. Inside, there are some flames left behind by ancient powerhouses. But remember, do not forcibly collect them, or if you lose your life, it will not be worth it.”

“The Danhuo Domain… is it the Danhuo Domain Uncle Xiao spoke of?” Hearing this, Yang Tian’s pupils contracted slightly, and a surge of ecstasy rose within him. If this truly was the seal-land Yang Xiao had mentioned, then the day of his awakening was not far off.

Dan Zong gave a final instruction, and then the group headed toward the Danhuo Domain. The disciples nearby cast envious glances at them; the Danhuo Domain was filled with fire spirits, a treasure trove for alchemists.

“Meng Tian, you were up there so long—what did Elder Gu call you for?” On the way, Dan Zong finally couldn’t hold back and transmitted his voice to Yang Tian.

Elder Gu’s origins were mysterious; even Elder Dan treated him with deference. Elder Gu had lived in Dan Valley for decades, rarely interacting with outsiders, usually just strolling through the primeval forest.

Just a few days ago, he had seen Elder Gu act for the first time, and he was deeply shaken. This reclusive expert was too terrifying—even the Golden-Winged Roc had been driven away by him.

“Oh, Elder Gu wanted to take me as his disciple.” Yang Tian fabricated freely, without fear of being exposed.

But he didn’t know that Elder Gu had indeed entertained the thought. Later, when Yang Tian activated his bloodline, that notion was completely abandoned, and Elder Gu never brought it up.

Hearing this, Dan Zong stumbled and nearly fell, startling those nearby. Could a great power actually trip?

“Grandfather, what’s wrong? You almost fell just now.” Xiao Xiao asked in confusion.

Dan Zong had no time to deal with her. Suppressing his emotions, he continued to transmit: “He wanted to take you as his disciple—did you agree?”

Dan Zong felt a bit unbalanced. Dan Xiaoxiao, as a divine body, hadn’t been accepted as a disciple by Elder Gu, yet now he wanted to take this mysterious youth as one.

“No, I turned him down.” Yang Tian continued his fabrication, his face not reddening nor his breath quickening, speaking with a chuckle.

“You… you… how could you refuse?” Elder Gu was dumbfounded. A being who had fought the Golden-Winged Roc to the point of heaven and earth shattering had been rejected by Yang Tian.

“Is he very powerful?” Yang Tian asked doubtfully.

“…” Dan Zong.

Dan Zong was speechless, not knowing what to say. He felt a pang of heartache. To apprentice oneself to such a figure would surely lead to the path of a powerhouse, with no worries about cultivation resources.

Their Dan Valley could also forge a good connection and draw closer to Elder Gu. Now, in a brilliant age, having a super expert guarding the sect naturally meant no one would dare to offend.

After about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, the group arrived at a mountain range. The void was filled with scorching heat, and the surrounding mountains were stained red.

Ahead, a towering energy pillar soared straight up, its top seemingly at the end of the sky, drawing in surrounding energy—a truly awe-inspiring sight.

Seeing this scene again, Yang Tian’s eyes showed a hint of shock. Even Dan Chen, a figure from a super power in the Central Region, had a trace of surprise in his eyes.

The energy pillar was unimaginably vast, reaching into the heavens like a force of nature, beyond human power to shake.

A dozen or so people walked toward it. Yang Tian’s gaze swept around, a hint of confusion in his eyes. The terrifying old man from yesterday had vanished without a trace.

“This is the entrance to the Danhuo Domain. Once you enter, you will be teleported to a space. Do not provoke any intelligent flames, or no one can save you.”

Dan Zong instructed again. After a while, the colossal object before them twisted, and at its center, an eternally unmoving fiery red gate suddenly appeared in this world.

An extremely powerful pressure surged forth. The sky trembled violently, the surrounding mountains gleamed with luster, and a mighty force converged instantly, releasing a terrifying aura.

The intense pressure pressed close, and cold sweat broke out on Yang Tian’s back. His horrified gaze swept around—all around were killing arrays, a truly astonishing scale.

“The killing arrays here are no less formidable than those on the outskirts of the Fallen Demon Grounds.” Yang Tian couldn’t help but click his tongue. This was just the periphery; the arrays inside were unimaginable.

“No wonder they are ancient powerhouses—truly formidable.” The group discussed, vaguely aware that something demonic was sealed inside.

As time passed, the gate, tens of thousands of feet tall, slowly opened. At the same time, boundless fiery light surged from the opening, the scorching heat distorting the surrounding void.

An ancient and majestic aura spread, like a massive volcano spewing lava, covering the sky, fierce and terrifying.

Yang Tian licked his dry lips. The fire energy contained in the surroundings was extremely strong. Absorbing this violent energy into his body would greatly benefit his cultivation.

Rumble! The void suddenly shook, the sky split, and the massive gate seemed like a blazing sun exploding, emitting dazzling divine light.

“Alright, the Danhuo Domain is open. Enter on your own, and do not forcibly devour any flames.” Dan Zong repeatedly warned. These people had significant backgrounds; if one died inside, Dan Valley would face considerable trouble.

Whoosh! As his words fell, the eight youths and two young women below stomped their feet and shot into the void.

The closer they got to the light, the stronger the heat. Yang Tian activated the War Heaven Art, channeling the violent energy around him into his body. His physique was already formidable; this violent energy wouldn’t burst him.

“I wonder if Tianshu can temper its sword body in here.” Landing in the light gate, Yang Tian saw a red passage before him, radiating scorching, terrifying heat.

Yang Tian looked around but found himself alone. He paused for a moment, then followed the passage inward.