Awoo—

In the next instant, the energy-condensed forest took full shape, the canopy obscuring the sky, with vines and trees almost completely covering the bodies of the Qianqun dogs, entangling their limbs and torsos, rendering them unable to soar with the power of the wind, plummeting down like dumplings, letting out frantic yelps.

The Qianqun Dog King could no longer remain seated, and with a frenzied growl, unleashed its deadly strike prematurely within its domain.

In an instant, jagged peaks suspended upside down in the sky, along with sharp wind blades shooting upwards, approached with an unbelievable momentum, as if heaven and earth were reversing and closing together, resembling an enormous dog's mouth ready to snap at the giant tree with its sharp fangs.

Simultaneously, the giant tree emitted a burst of green light, with the forest's illusion and roots seemingly aiming to open up the heavens and earth, directly confronting it.

Boom—

The evenly matched clash lasted only a brief moment before the outcome became apparent.

The vines and roots could swallow even tornadoes and wind blades, binding them tightly, while the pitch-black peaks were pierced by the ancient towering trees, shattering into fragments of rock.

In the moment of the domain's collapse, the spectral trees rapidly entangled the Qianqun Dog King like living entities.

Crunch crunch—

The branches of the trees acted like chains, firmly shackling the Qianqun Dog King's limbs, while the vines, like snakes, burrowed into its body through its fur, transforming into countless tiny needles to extract its life force.

The Qianqun Dog King let out a painful roar, its body struggling intensely, trying to break free from the trees' bindings.

However, the more it struggled, the tighter the trees' binding became, and the faster the vines drained its life force, leaving it powerless to maintain its domain.

With the extraction of a long-embedded pitch-black demonic energy from the Qianqun Dog King's body, its form convulsed, and the madness and ferocity in its eyes gradually dissipated.

But it wasn't over yet.

Seeds inside and outside its body continued to grow, eventually enveloping its surface completely, transforming into a massive sphere composed of vines and leaves, leaving only its head exposed.

Meanwhile, the Qianqun dogs lost their power to resist, howling mournfully on the ground.

"..."

The Dog King was clearly severely weakened, letting out a low whimper, its huge dog head displaying an indescribable expression of fear, but remaining immobile, fixed in the sky.

The beautiful woman contemplated for a moment, "Is this person... Lin Qingxuan? Coming to visit you?"

"You truly have a great reputation, to be able to invite him." The old man understood something, glanced at Kong Guofeng, "It seems we don't need to intervene anymore."

Great Xia's relationship with the three major families is not harmonious.

Knowing that this highly renowned True Man seemed to be representing Great Xia, and seeing the crisis resolved, they did not plan on staying.

The old man and the beautiful woman from the Huai Family hesitated not, transforming into two blue meteors, heading towards Zhen Sheng City's direction.

Kong Guofeng gazed at the domain being withdrawn.

The spectral trees and giant trees dispersed once again, leaving only the giant dog's headfruit in the air, as the young man, akin to the embodiment of nature, reappeared in mid-air, flying towards him.

With a touch of admiration in his eyes, he bowed slightly, "The next master of Zhuo Peak at Longteng University truly lives up to the reputation, you have been a great help."

"No need for formality, Director Kong, compared to my master Li Ruoyu, I still have a long way to go."

Lin Qingxuan paid no heed to the whimpering Qianqun Dog King nearby, smiled subtly, and spoke softly, "I've heard of your [Five Extremes Soul Suppressing] as well."

Though Lin Qingxuan said this, Kong Guofeng wouldn't take it too seriously.

To have taken down this Beast King with such ease, his combat power must be at least a major level higher than his own.

Bear in mind, this person hails from Longteng University, the strongest among Da Xia Eight Great, which had won the national collegiate league thirty years ago.

It's rumored that before Lin Qingxuan reached True Man at the Five-Star Peak, he already had six complete Dao Marks as his foundation, and over these years, it wouldn't be surprising if his accumulation soon enables him to achieve Seven-Star status right before Kong Guofeng's eyes.

"Are you aware of the purpose of Lin True Man's long journey here?"

"True Man Kong shouldn't find it difficult to guess."

The relationship between the eight universities and Great Xia's top forces is close, with many prodigies joining Great Xia's official system, Lin Qingxuan being one of them.

Something stirred in Kong Guofeng's heart, "Is that [Divine Object] finally forged?"

"Indeed, something I could never enjoy in my days," Lin Qingxuan nodded with a smile, "Moreover, I am quite intrigued by the civilian genius discovered with a new Demon Race."

This brought a joyful expression to Kong Guofeng's face as well.

The Divine Object is not only precious, but also most fitting for Lin Guang's situation, providing him with the vital... [time].

With that Divine Object, Lin Guang's foundational potential would see a qualitative boost.

Yet, Kong Guofeng continued, "I assume your visit to Zhen Sheng City is not solely for this purpose."

In all honesty, Lin Guang's accomplishments could indeed be called stunning.

However, Lin Qingxuan is a prodigy too, having already taken the crucial step to become a True Man, with future potential to undoubtedly breakthrough to Seven-Star Spirit Master.

For such a fully grown prodigy, Lin Guang alone wouldn't suffice to inspire him to traverse half of Great Xia, from Coastal all the way to deliver a package.

"I haven't concealed anything from you."

Lin Qingxuan adjusted the hair on his forehead with his hand, speaking softly, "My main purpose for this trip is to confirm a matter... or rather, a rumor."

"Oh?"

Seeming to have recalled something, Kong Guofeng's expression turned slightly stern.

"I heard the 'Jin Lao' of Zhen Sheng City has awakened, what is his status? Is it a last hurrah or..."

After a moment's silence, Kong Guofeng collected his expression, shook his head, "The status of Jin Lao is not as dire as the rumors suggest, you may indeed pay him a visit."

"Then I would appreciate your introduction."

"Officially, Great Xia needs to confirm his status. Personally, he and my path may share similarities, and I wish to exchange insights."

Lin Qingxuan gazed afar, towards the Golden Birch Forest near Zhen Sheng City, nodding with satisfaction, suddenly glancing at the seemingly pitiful Qianqun Dog King nearby, without a hint of sympathy.

"Would you like me to handle it, or shall I take the liberty?"

Kong Guofeng turned his head, glanced at it, also showing little emotion, "Then I'll trouble you to take care of it."

"Okay, I'll try not to damage the grade of Spiritual Materials."

—The principle of the weak being prey to the strong is also the way of nature.

Humankind is undoubtedly part of nature too.

Since this over-three-century-old Qianqun Dog King chooses to defy nature... then, surely it must prepare for calamity and face death.

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