Chapter 143
Chapter 143
“Ding!”
[System Notification: You have entered the map [Dragon Domain]!]
The group silently slipped into the vast Dragon Domain, which was closed to the outside world, then scattered in different directions. That way, if one person’s disguise failed, they would not all be exposed and captured at once.
“Finding the Dwarves in an unfamiliar place like this may be troublesome.” After some thought, Zhou Ming decided to approach a passing Dragon Domain soldier.
He ventured deeper into the Dragon Domain and reached a busy area where soldiers patrolled back and forth.
From time to time, Zhou Ming saw enormous dragons dozens of meters long roar through the sky. Their passage was majestic and spectacular.
“Brother, you seem to be in a hurry. Where are you headed?” Zhou Ming stopped one of the Dragon Domain soldiers and asked.
Zhou Ming did not know much about the Dragon Domain, but he did know that the region selected a number of elite humans to become Dragon Domain soldiers at regular intervals. The finest among them had the chance to advance into Dragon Warriors. Any Dragon Warrior who earned a dragon’s recognition would become a true Dragon Knight.
Dragon Domain Soldier, Dragon Warrior, Dragon Knight!
Those were the Dragon Domain’s ranks.
Of course, one commander stood above the Dragon Knights. The strongest human in the Dragon Domain, his actual status was equal to that of the Dragon God. He was known as the Dragon Domain Guardian.
“Greetings, Lord Dragon Warrior!”
The Dragon Domain soldier looked respectful and hurriedly explained, “It’s like this. The rewards for this Dragon Knight Trial Tournament are exceptionally generous because Lord Submit and Perish is participating. All three top finishers have a chance to obtain a dragon egg, so I plan to give it a try!”
“!!”
Zhou Ming’s heart jolted, but his expression remained calm. “I see. Then I won’t keep you. Go on.”
“Farewell!”
The Dragon Domain soldier saluted, turned, and left.
Zhou Ming immediately followed him.
Having the Dwarves forge a divine weapon was the main quest of this trip, but…
A dragon egg!
That reward was outrageous. It was not a needle or thread, either, so there was no reason not to take a look.
“No wonder Submit and Perish dared to brag that he would wash away his humiliation after emerging from seclusion. So he thinks riding a dragon will give him the capital to fight me!” Zhou Ming laughed inwardly.
The Dragon Knight Trial Tournament!
He had seen it yesterday in the screenshot posted by Submit and Perish. Zhou Ming had suspected it was connected to riding dragons, and sure enough, his timing could not have been better.
After a little over ten minutes, he arrived at the tournament grounds. In the center of the crowd stood an enormous blue mirror that seemed to conceal some mystery.
The area around the mirror was packed with people. Even numerous dragons had come to watch the contestants display their abilities.
Submit and Perish and Bawang were both present.
“ROAR!”
A dragon’s cry suddenly shook the sky.
Everyone looked up. An enormous dragon hundreds of meters long flew toward them on spread wings. It was colossal, its scales pure white and glittering brilliantly beneath the sunlight.
Upon reaching the trial grounds, the dragon burst with radiant light and transformed into an elderly man with snow-white hair.
[Sacred Dragon of Light ยท Cork] (Demigod-Tier BOSS)
Description: The most exalted dragon beneath the Dragon God. Cork has long presided over many affairs in the Dragon Domain. With the power of his draconic body, he can rival a god-tier powerhouse for a short time.
“Whether you’re a Dragon Domain soldier, Dragon Warrior, or Dragon Knight, you may participate in this Dragon Knight Trial Tournament, provided your Level is between 80 and 100!” Cork briefly explained the rules.
“Whoa, they narrowed the range way too much!”
“It makes sense. If a Dragon Soul Mage weren’t taking part, why would they add dragon eggs to the rewards?”
“At least all three top finishers have a chance to obtain a dragon egg. We still have hope!”
…
Some rejoiced at the rules, while others despaired.
Everyone understood that the dragon egg had been prepared specifically for Submit and Perish. The Dragon Domain simply could not make an outright exception, so it had to award the egg through a trial instead.
“These rules are excellent. No room to complain!”
Zhou Ming nodded repeatedly in wholehearted approval. Thanks to Perfect Disguise, the Level he had assigned himself was exactly 80.
Ignoring the crowd’s complaints, Cork pointed toward the enormous blue mirror and channeled energy into it.
“Whoosh!”
In the next instant, a strange vortex formed inside the mirror, seemingly leading to another space.
“Now, please welcome the contestants’ representative to say a few words. Everyone, give him a round of applause!” Cork announced.
“Clap! Clap! Clap!”
The crowd applauded enthusiastically.
With every eye upon him, Submit and Perish strode forward proudly and spoke with a solemn expression. “Distinguished leaders of the Dragon Domain, honored judges, and fellow contestants, greetings. At this wonderful moment of unity, progress, and friendship, we welcome the Dragon Domain’s 105th Trial Tournament…”
Submit and Perish read at length from his prepared speech. Near the end, he even solemnly swore to obey the trial rules.
Only after he completed the entire address did Cork take over again. “The trial now begins! All participants who meet the requirements may enter the trial space at their discretion!”
“Ding!”
[Regional Announcement (Dragon Domain): The Dragon Domain Trial Tournament has officially begun! All eligible participants are encouraged to register and compete for generous rewards!]
[Dragon Domain Trial Tournament] (Special Regional Event)
Objective: Enter the special space and complete the relevant trials.
Ranking Rewards:
1. Guaranteed dragon egg
2. Chance to obtain a dragon egg
3. Chance to obtain a dragon egg
4. Participation is what matters
5. Participation is what matters
…
First place was guaranteed a dragon egg?
A dragon mount was within reach!
Zhou Ming’s blood surged as he quietly slipped into the mass of eligible participants.
“Move aside!”
As chance would have it, Submit and Perish thrust out an arm directly in front of Zhou Ming, then cut into the line without a second thought.
Zhou Ming: “…”
What terrible manners!
“Submit and Perish, don’t be so arrogant!” Zhou Ming said sternly. “You may not win first place this time!”
“Hm?”
Submit and Perish glanced at “Rod” without interest. “If not me, do you think it could be you?”
As a Dragon Soul Mage, he held extremely high status in the Dragon Domain. That was why the region had specifically added a dragon egg to the rewards.
Put plainly, the dragon egg had been prepared for him. As for second and third place…
A chance did not mean one hundred percent. It was the same old trick games used all the time!
“Until first place is decided, anything can happen!” Zhou Ming reminded him. “The Dragon Domain is filled with talented people. A dark horse could easily appear!”
“Hmph!”
Submit and Perish snorted. “I’m not bragging. Within the Dragon Domain, I’m invincible against anyone at my tier. In the entire world… only a handful of people can defeat me, and none of them could possibly appear here.”
He was arrogant, but he had the strength to justify it!
Converting every skill into a forbidden spell essentially placed his power above every mage at the same tier. The fellow named Rod behind him clearly had no idea of his own limits. He was exactly as his description claimed: honest and unassuming, with no sense of proper boundaries.
“Is that so?”
Zhou Ming’s smile turned meaningful.
“It is!”
Before entering the Dragon Domain trial, Submit and Perish turned and swept another glance over “Rod.” He said flatly, “When we come out, I sincerely hope your rank is above mine… assuming you’re capable of it.”
With that, he swaggered into the vortex.
Boundless arrogance was simply part of Submit and Perish’s character!
Zhou Ming shook his head with a laugh and followed.
He was eager to find out whether ranking above Submit and Perish was truly beyond him!
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