Chapter 1123: The Azure-Blue Elephant Dragon Yu Jiu

TL: GoldenLung

Huang Yuanlang activated the soundproof barrier inside the dragon carriage, finally shutting out the thunderous cheers from outside. He cast an odd look at Lan Xuanyu and said, “Lan, your fame has exploded. You’ve practically become the idol of the younger generation.”

“Because of what happened yesterday?” Lan Xuanyu asked.

“There are many reasons,” Huang Yuanlang replied. “Your appearance. Becoming the top of the Rising Dragon in the rankings. And the fact that the servant who pledged allegiance to you successfully evolved yesterday. All of these play a part.”

Yan Cheng had not come today. Lan Xuanyu had instructed him to remain at the residence to consolidate his cultivation.

Having just evolved into an Intermediate Dragon, Yan Cheng needed time to digest and stabilize the power of his bloodline. Because a trace of Lan Xuanyu’s Golden Dragon King aura flowed within him, Lan Xuanyu’s presence would continually influence him. The long-term benefits would be substantial.

Lan Xuanyu himself also needed to observe Yan Cheng closely, to determine just how great an influence his own bloodline could exert over the dragonkind of this world.

He felt somewhat helpless, yet there was nothing he could do. He had never imagined that in such a short time he would become so famous on Celestial Dragon Planet—his reputation here already surpassing his notoriety in the Douluo Federation. Back in the Federation, aside from academy members, only the military and certain high-level officials knew him. But here, through the Rising Dragon Competition, nearly everyone recognized him.

If he were to achieve even greater results in the tournament, the title “Golden Dragon Princess” might well echo throughout the entire Dragon-Horse galaxy.

Was that a blessing or a curse? Lan Xuanyu couldn’t quite tell. Perhaps it was both.

“I didn’t expect things to turn out like this,” he said with a bitter smile.

Bai Xiuxiu covered her mouth and laughed softly. “Gold will always shine. Sister, that title ‘Golden Dragon Princess’ actually sounds quite nice.”

Lan Xuanyu shot her a glance. He distinctly remembered that last night Bai Xiuxiu had said: “Teacher Nana used to be revered as the Silver Dragon Princess. Since you’re her son, calling you the Golden Dragon Princess works perfectly. You’re the child of the Golden Dragon Moon Song and the Silver Dragon Princess—this title combines both honors beautifully.”

And so, beneath the Rising Dragon Platform, they once again unfurled their wings and soared skyward.

The massive dragons flying overhead instinctively made way when they saw Lan Xuanyu, allowing this domineering, cold, overwhelmingly powerful Higher Dragon with pure bloodline to pass first.

When Lan Xuanyu stepped onto the Rising Dragon Platform once more, he was surprised to find that all the Higher Dragons had arrived early today—a stark contrast to yesterday.

The moment he reached the top of the platform, Zhang Liang Ruixiao, Qi Tianlong, and many other Higher Dragons immediately turned their attention toward him.

In an instant, he became the focal point of all eyes.

What else could he do? Maintaining a blank expression, Lan Xuanyu walked toward the entrance to queue up. To his surprise, the Higher Dragons voluntarily parted to form a path, even gesturing courteously for him to proceed.

What was this? Could fame truly bring so many benefits?

Lan Xuanyu glanced at them, puzzled.

“Please, you first,” Zhang Liang Ruixiao said with a cheerful grin, as though he had already forgotten how Lan Xuanyu had suppressed him on the Rising Dragon Platform before.

Lan Xuanyu did not stand on ceremony and strode forward.

Although he had not fought on the platform yesterday, he had faintly established a subtle connection with it. Now, upon stepping onto it again, he felt wisps of dragon energy rising from beneath his feet and entering his body, swiftly absorbed and stored by his dragon core.

There was no doubt—this was feedback from the Rising Dragon Platform.

If this super-god level divine artifact possessed consciousness, then perhaps it was testing him—testing whether he truly was the Dragon God.

The dragon energy was undoubtedly of immense benefit to Lan Xuanyu. His greatest problem at present was the lack of sufficient Dragon Force. The dragon energy from the platform was extraordinarily pure; if the intensity were high enough, he could even use it to temper his body.

Fine—let the competition proceed. Afterward, returning to absorb more dragon energy wouldn’t be bad at all.

Today’s supervisor had changed to a middle-aged man. He had long noticed Lan Xuanyu and even gestured politely for him to proceed.

As before, the match would be held in the central arena. The other arenas had paused their contests, as if today’s first match had been reserved exclusively for Lan Xuanyu.

Huang Yuanlang halted in his tracks and couldn’t help asking Zhang Liang Ruixiao, “What’s going on? Everyone’s waiting for Lan?”

Zhang Liang Ruixiao nodded. “Exactly! We all watched the broadcast. Incredible stuff! She helped a Lower Dragon servant evolve in a single stroke. Her bloodline must be extraordinary. All the clans have informed us to personally experience the bloodline aura she releases during battle.”

Huang Yuanlang’s expression immediately turned wary. “What are you planning?”

Zhang Liang Ruixiao shrugged. “What are you thinking? She’s someone the Dragon Knights are watching. What could we possibly do? Honestly, your Huang Family is lucky to have found such a wild dragon.

“It all depends on how she performs next. She might truly ascend in a single bound.”

Huang Yuanlang relaxed slightly, inwardly scolding himself for being overly tense. No matter how weakened the Huang Family might be, they still had the Mokong Dragon Knight backing them.

Moreover, the Darkfiend Dragon Knight had once said that if Lan could win the Rising Dragon Competition, she would qualify to enter the Dragon Realm. Even the Head had taken notice of her. No clan would dare act rashly.

Yet Zhang Liang Ruixiao added leisurely, “Still, such a powerhouse staying with your Huang Family is a pity. A phoenix doesn’t belong in a straw nest. If she’s willing, our Ruilong City will welcome her. Whatever you can’t provide, we can. Ultimately, it depends on her own choice.”

“What do you mean?” Huang Yuanlang’s face changed drastically.

“Exactly what I said,” Zhang Liang Ruixiao replied with a disdainful snort. “What, want to fight? Fine—challenge me in the elimination rounds. I’ll send you straight back to your rundown little place.”

A fierce glint flashed in Huang Yuanlang’s eyes, but he quickly suppressed his anger.

He knew his limits. He was no match for Zhang Liang Ruixiao. And now was absolutely not the time to lose control.

The threat was not empty words.

If the major clans truly set their sights on Lan, they wouldn’t use force—but they could offer irresistible conditions. Xiuxiu was secure; she had acknowledged his father and had her name inscribed in the Huang Family registry. She wouldn’t be easily taken away.

But Lan was different.

Back then, driven by covetousness for Lan’s beauty, he had deliberately asked his father not to register her in the clan records. If Lan chose to leave, no one could stop her.

The curse secretly placed by the Dragon Force Hall might still be effective—but Lan was under the attention of the Dragon Knights. Who would dare activate such a curse? In the end, it could only be lifted.

So the key lay in Lan’s own will.

No—he had to act. If Lan were lured away, he would truly lose both the woman and the advantage.

Though anxiety churned within him, Huang Yuanlang’s outward expression steadied. “There’s no need for a challenge. If we meet in the round-robin stage, we’ll settle it then. As for Lan, I believe her feelings for Fenglong City cannot be swayed by mere benefits.”

Zhang Liang Ruixiao observed his composure with mild surprise. This fellow had some depth after all.

“Then let’s wait and see,” he replied coolly.

While they spoke, Lan Xuanyu’s opponent for the second match had already entered the arena.

It was a colossal dragon nearly forty meters in length, its entire body covered in azure-blue scales.

Unlike Yan Cheng, this dragon possessed distinct dragon traits. It seemed akin to a mammoth—its physique extraordinarily robust, to the point that the wings on its back looked small and disproportionate. Standing there, it was like a towering mountain.

Before it, Lan Xuanyu appeared minuscule.

The dragon would likely have to beat its wings with tremendous effort just to lift off the ground. Scales covered its abdomen—clearly marking it as an Intermediate Dragon.

The scales on its head were especially thick. It bore no horns, but six sharp fangs jutted from its mouth. A fiercely oppressive aura radiated from its entire body, causing the surrounding air to tremble faintly…

Lan Xuanyu instantly judged that this opponent’s strength had likely reached the level of a Super Douluo.

Moreover, the physical toughness of this giant dragon was astonishingly formidable. Among all the dragons he had encountered, aside from the Higher Dragons, this one possessed the most terrifying bodily strength.

Its azure-blue scales shimmered brilliantly.

In a deep, resonant voice, the giant dragon spoke, “Greetings, Your Highness the Golden Dragon Princess. My name is Yu Jiu. I wonder if you would be willing to accept me as your servant? I, too, am willing to acknowledge you as my master.”

As he spoke, Yu Jiu’s massive body slowly lowered, prostrating itself upon the ground.

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