The Shining Star Above The Heaven

Dragon Back Mountain is a harsh and unforgiving place, especially in its central region. While the Everlasting Silent Forest is feared for the mysterious disappearances of those who venture into it, Dragon Back Mountain is known for its treacherous landscape, filled with steep cliffs and deep gorge. Strange phenomena in the area have cemented its status as one of the continent’s forbidden zones.

Aldrian that now walking toward the mountain’s center, could now experience the dangers firsthand. The deeper he ventured, the more difficult and steep the terrain became, with the landscape growing increasingly unpredictable. He had to be cautious of sudden gusts of wind that could sweep him off the cliff’s edge, and he also sensed the energy becoming more chaotic as he pressed on.

The wind began to sting his skin but thanks to his hardened body, he remained unscathed. Behind him were Xin Haotian and Duke Valiard, both using their energy to shield themselves from the harsh environment. They eventually reached a narrow path with a towering cliff on the left and a ravine on the right, only wide enough for them to walk in single line. The path was dimly lit by moonlight, creating an eerie atmosphere.

Without hesitation, they continued forward, taking slow and careful steps. The wind, blowing toward them from the front, grew stronger, making each step feel heavier. Despite this, Aldrian still refrained from using his energy to protect his body. He sensed something unusual as they ventured deeper into the mountain’s central region.

"This wind contains a high level of comprehension of wind laws. It’s truly amazing. This place could be a sanctuary for wind element cultivators, but the wind is so intense that they’d be shredded to pieces before they could comprehend anything," Aldrian thought.

"Letting the wind hit my body, I can feel the energy and its laws. It’s truly useful for increasing my own understanding of the wind element." He glanced at the deep ravine beside him, its bottom obscured by darkness.

When they finally made it past the narrow path, they reached a flat rock field at the edge of a gorge. There, they spotted an artificial land bridge spanning the chasm. The bridge was wide enough for three adults to stand side by side, which would seem ordinary anywhere else.

The problem was that the wind here seemed alive. As soon as it sensed approaching life, it grew even stronger. Xin Haotian had already formed a thin shield around himself using his mastery of light laws, keeping him protected. As for Duke Valiard, he had activated his peak heaven-grade defensive artifact, layering it with his own energy.

The sound of the wind slashing through the air was terrifying, its power reaching the peak of the King stage and continuing to rise. Aldrian felt all of this with an eerily calm expression, unfazed despite the situation. His clothes were already torn in several places, and blood began to trickle from multiple cuts across his body, yet he remained still.