The Martial Emperor with Dragon Blood-Chapter 1216 - 1217: Fire Calamity, Fire Temple

"Interesting, I wonder how many more of my moves you can withstand!"

Fan Diwen snapped out of his daze, wielding a long stick that spun continuously in the air, whipping up a violent whirlwind. The wind blades were rampaging everywhere, making it impossible for ordinary martial artists to approach.

"My friend, we have gathered here to slay the white monkey. If the two of you continue fighting here, aren’t you just depleting each other’s strength?"

At this moment, Hsiao Wuqing spoke up.

Fighting any further has no meaning; acquiring the key is the most important goal.

"Hmph, once I have the key, I’ll settle with you again."

Fan Diwen also realized that continuing the fight would severely disadvantage him in the key battle, so he temporarily let Ye Mo off the hook.

"Oh? You must be Hsiao Wuqing of the Heavenly Dao. It’s said that you are not only powerful but also extraordinarily intelligent. I just battled with that white monkey. Although I’ve opened the Second Temporal-Spatial Gateway, I still cannot harm this white monkey. This monkey has been cultivating under this waterfall for years. Though it’s not very strong, its physical defense is terrifying. What strategy do you have?"

Jiumo Dao said calmly.

While he spoke, everyone turned their gaze to the white monkey, who still appeared indifferent, sitting cross-legged, and completely unconcerned about their presence.

They had no doubt that once they charged forward as a group, the white monkey would definitely launch an attack against them.

"Since we can’t kill it, we’ll have to contain it. We can send some disciples to contain the white monkey, while the other disciples break through the waterfall."

Hsiao Wuqing proposed.

This suggestion made some from other factions nod in agreement.

The key was determining who would contain the white monkey and who would enter the waterfall.

"There must be more to this waterfall than meets the eye. The space inside should not be large, and everything is unknown. I suggest each faction only sends two people inside, and naturally, they must be the two strongest. This will help manage any crises within effectively."

Hsiao Wuqing continued.

"That’s a good proposal. Fan Diwen, you shall join me in crossing the waterfall, and as for the Disciples of the Buddha Sect, all of you will contain the white monkey."

At Jiumo Dao’s command, the other disciples dared not disobey and nodded in agreement. Jiumo Fa and Fan Diwen were the most powerful disciples under forty within the Buddha Sect.

"And what about the others?"

Hsiao Wuqing asked.

"We have no issues!"

"We have no issues either!"

After careful consideration, Mu Family Academy also selected two people, one being Mu Wanqing, and the other a thirty-something man, Mo Bufan, whose strength surpassed Mu Wanqing, having opened a Temporal-Spatial Gate once.

As for Suxin Palace, Yang Suxin chose to stay outside for backup, granting the opportunity to Feng Chu and Bai Xueqin.

The Heavenly Clan naturally sent Tian Xiongxiong, and the other slot went to a genius of the clan who had opened a Temporal-Spatial Gate once.

Regarding the Divine Beast Family, after much discussion and having witnessed Ye Mo’s previous performance, they decided to send Ye Mo and Xiao Yue.

The Heavenly Dao also selected two people.

"Since that’s the case, let’s not waste any more time; all disciples, contain the white monkey."

Upon giving the order, about four to five hundred disciples rushed towards the white monkey with considerable momentum, each showcasing their special skills. However, none used their full strength, as their goal was to contain the white monkey.

Moreover, although it was said to be containment, they were also responsible for aiding their companions. No one could guarantee that the ten keys would be evenly divided among the twelve who entered; maybe they’d still have a share.

The white monkey appeared momentarily bewildered. Although it did not fear being besieged by so many, it was too distracted by their containment forces to use its full abilities. It could only watch as silhouettes darted into the waterfall.

Once they crossed the waterfall, a stone door appeared before them, glowing brightly, leading into another space.

"I expected the inside of the waterfall to be a cave; who knew it was a secret realm? Could it be a Divine Venerable Secret Realm?"

Tian Xiongxiong said calmly.

"It should be the Divine Venerable Secret Realm, and the token’s signal is growing stronger. All ten keys should be inside this realm."

Before the words could fully leave their lips, shadows leapt heedlessly into the secret realm.

"Ye Mo, let’s go in!"

Seeing Ye Mo hesitate, Xiao Yue reminded him. 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

"Yes, but we need to be cautious!"

Ye Mo nodded, then entered the secret realm with Xiao Yue.

The environment within the realm was dim, with flickering black flames visible. The two swiftly moved forward and saw that the firelight emanated from a burning fire temple.

This fire temple was entirely black, as if it had been burning for countless ages. An ancient aura spread throughout the temple.

"Let’s check out the fire temple!"

The two quickly moved towards the temple. Upon closer approach, they felt no scorching heat, but Ye Mo and Xiao Yue took no chances, casting a protective aura. The black flames emitted a sizzling sound upon contact with their shields.

The temple was vast, making people inside feel like ants. At its center sat a meditating ancient monk, shrouded entirely in a kasaya, with only a skull visible as his head.

Moreover, above the great hall of the temple was a high platform, and on it lay four jade scrolls, each glowing with significant power, evidently formidable martial art scrolls.

"Could this be the Fiery Abode Murderous Sovereign, Shimo Ni from Ancient Times?"

Eyeing the seated monk, Jiumo Dao’s mouth went dry. According to the historical texts, the Fiery Abode Murderous Sovereign Shimo Ni was a formidable Divine Venerate Strong Practitioner from Ancient Times, renowned for decisive killings and unmatched cultivation, having never been defeated, reaching the pinnacle of the Divine Venerable Nine Souls.

Moreover, an overwhelming pressure emanated from him, bestowing everyone with a profound sense of oppression.

"The token is fully lit; the keys are inside this fire temple," Xiao Yue whispered.

Ye Mo nodded. This temple must have been discovered long ago by Ancestor Bodhi, but he didn’t disturb anything within, likely to present a challenge to the contestants—a gift from the Creator.

Ye Mo scanned the surroundings, discovering ten enormous statues on either side of the temple, each unique, with palms raised as if holding something. According to the token, each statue held one of the ten keys.

"These statues seem so lifelike, and each appears to possess the power of the Wheel of Reincarnation Nine Transformations. Perhaps to claim a key, activating the statues might be inevitable. Once triggered, a battle could ensue. Truly, Ancestor Bodhi’s test is far from simple."

Ye Mo’s eyes flickered with solemnity. It wasn’t prudent to act rashly; inside this temple, everything was uncertain, and a small mistake could mean perishing here.