The Martial Emperor with Dragon Blood-Chapter 1207 - 1208: Setting Out for Bodhi Island

Day by day, the disciples from the four branches of the Divine Beast Family have been intensely training, ever since they learned about the opportunity to enter Bodhi Island for trials and compete for the chance to enter the Bodhi Cave. They were all as excited as if they’d been injected with adrenaline.

After all, the Bodhi Cave opens once every ten years, and only the geniuses of the Lingwu Continent are eligible to enter.

However, this time, young martial artists can also participate in the competition. Although the criteria have been lowered, there are still not many who meet the standard.

Bodhi Island is a mystical island on the Lingwu Continent because the Bodhi Tree grows there. The entire island is infused with an ancient Bodhi aura, presenting numerous opportunities, and the demon beasts there are extremely formidable. The beasts on Bodhi Island, influenced by the Bodhi ancient Qi, possess exceptional natural talents, capable even of performing advanced martial arts. Even practitioners in the Divine Venerate Realm cannot guarantee their safety on the island.

At that moment, on the square of Longwen Peak, countless disciples gathered. On the high platform stood several elders, along with Zi Ning, the vice chieftain of the Divine Beast Family.

With time, the disciples from the other three branches also arrived, bringing the total, including those of the Ancient Azure Dragon branch and Ye Mo at the forefront, to exactly one hundred.

Apart from Ye Mo, nearly all had the strength of the Wheel of Reincarnation Eight Transformations or Nine Transformations.

Ye Mo’s presence drew countless eyes. Though his realm was the lowest among them, he was the most dazzling figure.

The name of Ye Mo echoed through the entire Divine Beast Family.

"Ye Mo is so handsome!"

"Ye Mo is so impressive. Even though his realm is the lowest, his aura stands toe-to-toe with others."

"If only I could marry Ye Mo."

"Don’t dream. We didn’t even get chosen as Ye Mo’s maid."

As Ye Mo appeared, several young girls among the onlookers were infatuated, stirring up discussions. Once again, Ye Mo became the focus, legendary within the Clan after the unification of the four biggest clans.

Only the disciples who witnessed that epic battle knew how shocking it was when Ye Mo unleashed his strongest attack, defeating Elder Jiang Mo.

"Since everyone has arrived, I hereby announce this qualification contest for the Bodhi Cave. The opening of the Bodhi Cave will be delayed, and the door, which used to require seven keys, now requires ten. Only those holding a key will qualify to enter, and this token will show the key’s location."

As Zi Ning spoke, she waved her jade hand, and a hundred tokens simultaneously shot to their waists.

"Bodhi Island lies in the seas at the extreme east of the Lingwu Continent. I will lead you there; you must follow my orders on this journey, or your eligibility to proceed will be revoked. Understood?"

After Zi Ning outlined some precautions, everyone nodded in agreement.

This time, the disciple selection from the four branches targets those under forty years old. The opportunity is extremely rare; many are stuck at the Wheel of Reincarnation Nine Transformations, unable to advance to the Divine Venerate Realm. If they experience an encounter on Bodhi Island or gain entry to the Bodhi Cave, they might break through this bottleneck and ascend to the Divine Venerate Realm, achieving greatness.

Ye Mo scanned the selected disciples. Most were around thirty years old, with very few in their twenties, yet their power was formidable. There were over thirty at the Wheel of Reincarnation Eight Transformations level and over sixty at the Nine Transformations level—an undeniably fearsome lineup.

During Zi Ning’s introduction, a gigantic sword appeared in the sky, its blade several hundred feet long, capable of carrying passengers in flight.

"This is the Wind-Returning Sword, rumored to change size at will. It not only ferries passengers but is also a divine weapon."

As the enormous flying sword suddenly appeared in the air, many people were astonished.

Soon, the sword slowly descended.

"Alright, all disciples, board the flying sword and prepare for departure."

Zi Ning said calmly.

"Yes!"

The disciples from the four branches all stepped onto the flying sword, sitting down without feeling crowded. Xiao Yue stood beside Ye Mo and joined him on the sword.

Xiao Yue had earned the qualification to enter the Bodhi Cave and thus had the eligibility to visit Bodhi Island.

Moreover, during this time, Xiao Yue had been training with the Genius Badge, advancing from the Wheel of Reincarnation Fifth Transformation to the Sixth.

"Zi Xuan, look, look, Ye Mo seems to be quite close with that woman."

The girl next to Zi Xuan pointed at Ye Mo and Xiao Yue, feeling indignant on Zi Xuan’s behalf.

"Perhaps so."

Zi Xuan said wearily.

She knew well that, despite her standing in Ye Mo’s heart, she couldn’t compare to Xiao Yue.

"What do you mean ’perhaps’? Look, they’re holding hands. You’re Ye Mo’s fiancée; you should defend your territory. Even if she is also Ye Mo’s woman, your family has a bloodline of talent and you’re the clan leader’s granddaughter. This is so embarrassing for you."

The girl continued to vent her frustration for Zi Xuan.

"If you love someone, you shouldn’t cause trouble for them. If Ye Mo truly loves me, then even if I don’t fight for it, his heart will include me. But if I don’t occupy his heart, what’s the point of confronting him now?"

Zi Xuan replied calmly.

"If it were me, I’d definitely go and have a talk."

Hearing Zi Xuan’s words, the girl’s voice weakened significantly.

"I must also cultivate diligently. That woman, Xiao Yue, although she’s not from an influential family, her aptitude is remarkable. I can’t afford to fall behind her."

As she watched everyone depart, Zi Xuan’s face was full of resolve as she vanished from the scene.

The journey from the Ancient Azure Dragon Clan to Bodhi Island was long. To avoid delaying their cultivation, they needed to use a flying tool.

Throughout the flight, Ye Mo and Xiao Yue didn’t enter a meditative state but instead admired the surrounding scenery, their affectionate manner drawing some displeasure.

After all, many knew of Ye Mo’s betrothal to Zi Xuan. Now Ye Mo was acting intimately with a stranger, prompting some to take offense on Zi Xuan’s behalf.

However, their target wasn’t Ye Mo but Xiao Yue.

"Who are you? Why are you here? You don’t seem to be from our Divine Beast Family. Why are you with us? Do you intend to enter Bodhi Island? It seems you lack the qualifications!"

Immediately, a Wheel of Reincarnation Eight Transformations disciple, a woman and an expert from the Ancient Azure Dragon Clan, slowly approached and said coldly.

"I’m a talent who earned the qualification to enter Bodhi Cave from the Lingwu Genius Battle. I assume that qualifies me?"

Xiao Yue slowly stood up, motioning for Ye Mo to stay silent as she replied calmly.

"Qualifications indeed, but do you have the strength? I advise you to reconsider."

The Wheel of Reincarnation Eight Transformations woman smirked coldly: "Our clan has five people qualified to enter Bodhi Cave, but four gave up the opportunity because this mission to Bodhi Island is extremely perilous. With only the strength of the Wheel of Reincarnation Sixth Transformation, you’ll only slow Ye Mo down."