Ao Yuan's gaze was calm as he faced the humanoid bats that had suddenly attacked.
After observing the confrontation between Ao Guang and these humanoid bats, he wasn't entirely sure what kind of creatures they were.
However, in terms of sheer strength, this group of humanoid bats were mere fodder before him!
At this moment, the swarm of humanoid bats had already spread their enormous black wings and arrived above Ao Yuan.
Their vast black wings blotted out the sky, revealing sharp teeth that made them look ferociously menacing.
"Roar~"
Ao Yuan remained unfazed. He opened his mouth and instantly unleashed a torrent of dragon flame.
Instantly!
A series of tragic cries erupted from their throats.
Within seconds, the sounds weakened, and as the flames dissipated.
They had vanished without a trace, evidently reduced to ashes by the scorching heat of the dragon flame.
As if nothing had happened, Ao Yuan was in the blink of an eye back by Ao Guang's side.
"Roar!"
A terrifying roar burst from his mouth.
Dragon might instantly activated, causing all the surrounding humanoid bats to tremble.
In an instant, their wings seemed to snap, and they plummeted to the ground from mid-air.
"Roar~"
Ao Yuan let out another extreme roar, flames rampaging from his mouth, scorching everything in the vicinity.
In a flash, the entire gray area was transformed into a sea of fire.
"Are you alright?"
Ao Yuan gently pulled Ao Guang and ascended into the air, asking.
"Dragon God... Sir, thank you... for coming to save me..." Ao Guang said with difficulty.
"Open your mouth." Ao Yuan frowned, glancing at Ao Guang's慘状 (miserable state), and then said.
Upon hearing this, Ao Guang immediately opened his mouth without hesitation.
A Dragon Blood Pill suddenly appeared in Ao Yuan's claw. He flicked it, sending it directly into Ao Guang's mouth.
As the Dragon Blood Pill was consumed, Ao Guang's injuries began to heal at a visible rate.
After waiting for a moment and seeing that Ao Guang's injuries had recovered about seventy to eighty percent.
Ao Yuan began to lead Ao Guang back the way they came, asking, "What kind of place is this?"
Ao Guang frowned at the question and then shook his head, "I don't know either."
"Today I was cultivating when I suddenly sensed someone trying to enter Changbai, so I went to investigate."
"It was a group of humans with blonde hair and blue eyes. They seemed to be searching for something, and I attacked them immediately upon seeing them."
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Ao Yuan listened carefully, and after Ao Guang finished speaking, Ao Yuan finally understood what had happened.
These humans with blonde hair and blue eyes were no match for Ao Guang.
Then, by chance, they stepped into the vortex, and Ao Guang pursued them all the way in.
And later... it was the scene that Ao Yuan had witnessed.
After hearing the explanation, Ao Yuan was still unclear about what was inside.
However, he didn't dwell on it; the creatures inside weren't that strong anyway.
When he had free time, Ao Yuan would come in himself and slaughter all the creatures within.
It wasn't a big deal.
On the way back, Ao Yuan accelerated significantly.
Before long, they arrived near the vortex gate, and he brought Ao Guang into it.
The familiar dizziness returned.
The next second.
Ao Yuan and Ao Guang's vision gradually cleared.
They had returned to Blue Star!
But as soon as they emerged, Ao Yuan saw a human who was both familiar and somewhat strange.
One of them was about forty to fifty years old, exuding a strong aura of authority.
Beside him were Daixiaomei and Mozi.
When Ao Yuan saw them, they had clearly also seen him.
The middle-aged man immediately bowed to Ao Yuan upon seeing him, saying, "Wanmeng leader Bai Feng pays his respects to the Guardian Beast Ao Yuan."
"I didn't expect our first meeting in reality to be like this."
Clearly, this middle-aged man was the Minister Bai, Bai Feng, who had been in the conference room earlier!
Ao Yuan nodded lightly, as this was indeed the middle-aged man who had called when the Biological Research Institute and Animal Protection Association arrived.
Only... why were they looking for me this time?
"First, please allow me to express my sincere gratitude."
Seeing that Ao Yuan remained silent, Bai Feng continued respectfully, "It is you who bestowed upon us the cultivation techniques, allowing the entire Great Xia to embark on the path of cultivation amidst the spiritual energy resurgence."
Ao Yuan glanced at Bai Feng and saw that the aura emanating from him had already reached the Jin Lei stage.
Ao Yuan's brow twitched slightly, feeling a bit surprised.
It had only been a week since he provided the cultivation techniques, and someone had already reached Jin Lei.
Humans truly are beings with innate spiritual essence!
However, Ao Yuan did not show it and remained composed.
The spiritual energy was currently in resurgence.
Although his heart leaned towards Great Xia, he was uncertain of Great Xia's intentions.
"What is it?"
Upon hearing this, Bai Feng felt a slight nervousness.
They had tried to find Ao Yuan many times in the past week but had failed.
They were also unclear about Ao Yuan's thoughts.
And the national policy implemented by Great Xia currently had a profound impact.
No matter what, he absolutely could not anger Ao Yuan.
Otherwise... the implementation of the national policy would be severely affected.
"Firstly, I am here to pay my respects to you."
"Secondly, I wish to represent Great Xia in establishing a friendly and peaceful relationship with you."
Ao Yuan nodded calmly upon hearing this.
He could feel the goodwill in Bai Feng's words.
After a moment of thought, he looked at Daixiaomei and said, "I have lived in Great Xia since birth."
"If Great Xia is friendly to me, I will naturally not repay kindness with enmity."
Of course, although Ao Yuan said this, he was not entirely without caution towards Great Xia.
He believed that the vast majority of people in Great Xia were like Bai Feng, but there would always be a small portion of ill-intentioned individuals.
"Hoo~"
Upon hearing this, Bai Feng's heart immediately relaxed.
It seemed Ao Yuan's thoughts were still the same as before.
In that case, this was naturally the best outcome.
With this thought, Bai Feng directly stated, "Since you agree."
"To avoid any misunderstandings, there are a few matters I wish to discuss with you."
Ao Yuan raised his eyes, gesturing for him to continue.
"Lord Ao Yuan, do you know about this vortex?"
At this moment, Bai Feng asked again.
Ao Yuan shook his head gently, admitting directly that he indeed did not know.
Bai Feng took a deep breath and said, "This vortex is a recent phenomenon. It has appeared all over the world. To date, a total of five have appeared within Great Xia."
"Each of these vortices is a small world."
"Within them, various fierce beasts and strange creatures reside."
"Some are friendly, some are ferocious, some are weak, and some are powerful! And within these worlds, there are also all sorts of precious items."
"There are cultivation techniques that allow people to cultivate, and even... heavenly and earthly spiritual treasures!"
Upon hearing this, Ao Yuan's gaze paused.
He turned his head with some surprise to look at the vortex behind him. He truly hadn't expected there to be good things inside.
It seemed... when he had time, he would have to go in and search thoroughly to see what he could find.
As for the creatures inside, they could be left there, as they could also provide training for those without strength.
For example, Daixiaomei and Mozi, they had strength but didn't know how to use it.
It would be a perfect opportunity for them to train.
But just as Ao Yuan was thinking this, Bai Feng's next words startled him.
His thoughts immediately became focused.