Upon entering the Treasure Pavilion, Qin Feiyang approached Chief Wang to purchase a vast quantity of medicinal ingredients. These were primarily items he needed: Healing Pills, Bone-Renewing Pills, Qi Gathering Pills, Battle Intent Pills, and so on.

Of course, because the quantity was so large, Chief Wang frequently tried to probe Qin Feiyang's background. But each time, Qin Feiyang easily evaded his inquiries. Moreover, he also spent a considerable sum on five Rebirth Pills, just in case.

Next, with the Lion Headed Hawk's assistance, Qin Feiyang smoothly left King Pan City. He entered the deep mountains and summoned Fatty, Lu Hong, and the Wolf King.

After four days of recuperation, Fatty and Lu Hong's vitality—their spirit, energy, and essence—had returned to its peak. Driven by their indomitable and death-defying spirit, they had successfully broken through the Martial Master's Extreme State and unlocked the second layer of the Door of Potential. Their cultivation speed had evidently surpassed the Wolf King's. After all, the Wolf King had only unlocked the first layer.

Qin Feiyang also consumed a Rebirth Pill, and his missing left arm finally regenerated completely.

After Fatty and Lu Hong had rested for a while, they found a pool of water to wash off the bloodstains. Once they had changed into clean clothes, the Lion Headed Hawk opened a portal to the Land of Ruins.

An abyss, seemingly bottomless, stretched across the land, cleaving this part of the world into two distinct realms. Within the abyss, black tempests raged, emitting eerie wails.

Spanning it was an ancient chain bridge, covered in rust, exuding an old aura. It was only wide enough for a single person to cross and swayed violently in the wind, like a terrifying swing, deterring anyone from setting foot on it.

HUM!

In the void above the bridge entrance, a portal of light materialized out of thin air. The Lion Headed Hawk led Qin Feiyang and the others out of the portal, landing them before the bridge entrance.

"What a terrifying storm!" Fatty instantly ducked his head and rapidly retreated. The aura emanating from the black storm made him feel as if death itself had descended.

"This chasm is known as the Black Abyss, and it encircles the entire Land of Ruins," the Lion Headed Hawk's pupils contracted as it explained in a grave tone. "The black hurricane within the abyss is powerful enough to instantly tear a War Emperor to shreds. This chain bridge is the only path into the Land of Ruins."

Qin Feiyang's heart was also filled with shock. The Land of Ruins, the Black Abyss, the chain bridge, the hurricane... He had only heard of these things before, but being here now made him realize they were even more terrifying than the rumors suggested!

He looked along the chain bridge towards the Land of Ruins on the other side. However, the Land of Ruins was too distant for him to see clearly. But he could discern that its sky was shrouded in an impenetrable gloom, exerting a profound, oppressive feeling. It unconsciously weighed down one's spirits.

In contrast, the sky directly above them was clear, with the sun shining brightly. The Black Abyss seemed to be a dividing line, splitting the world in two.

This scene was both incredible and eerie.

"'We can't go…'" Fatty murmured, his body trembling uncontrollably.

"Senior Beast Emperor, there's no black storm at higher altitudes. Can we fly directly over it?" Lu Hong asked. She appeared relatively composed, her head raised as she scanned the sky in confusion. Although her face was a little pale, at least she wasn't as timid as Fatty.

The Lion Headed Hawk didn't answer, instead looking at Qin Feiyang. It wanted to see if this human truly knew everything.

Qin Feiyang smiled. "It's said that the void above the abyss is permeated by a terrifying gravitational force. Any creature attempting to fly over will be overcome by this gravity, plummet into the abyss, and be mercilessly shredded by the hurricane."

The Lion Headed Hawk's pupils constricted further. It couldn't help but ask, "Who exactly are you?"

Qin Feiyang chuckled lightly. "I'm just an ordinary person."

Who are you kidding? Would an ordinary person know these things? The Lion Headed Hawk rolled its eyes.

Qin Feiyang turned to the Lion Headed Hawk and smiled. "Senior Beast Emperor, please lead the way!"

"This Emperor is not going," the Lion Headed Hawk stated.

Fatty bellowed, "We're going to save your master, yet you're hiding and sending us to our deaths? Aren't you too cunning?"

The Lion Headed Hawk said, "This Emperor doesn't deny having selfish motives. If you do not return within ten years, this Emperor will continue to find others to enter the Land of Ruins."

The Wolf King said with dissatisfaction, "You're quite blunt."

The Lion Headed Hawk remained indifferent. A black feather detached from its body, drifting towards Qin Feiyang.

"This Emperor also doesn't know where my master is. However, if you encounter her, this feather will glow and guide you to her," the Lion Headed Hawk said.

Qin Feiyang caught the feather and stored it in his Qiankun Bag. "Have you sought others before?"

"Yes. But when they arrived here, they all backed out. In the end, this Emperor threw them all into the Black Abyss," the Lion Headed Hawk replied.

Fatty's face paled. It looks like I have no choice but to go today.

HUFF!

Qin Feiyang took a deep breath, sent Fatty, Lu Hong, and the Wolf King into the ancient castle, then looked up at the chain bridge and, without hesitation, stepped onto it.

The Lion Headed Hawk called out loudly, "For the next ten years, this Emperor will wait here for you! I wish you a triumphant return!"

"Just don't forget your promise," Qin Feiyang said without looking back, taking one step after another towards the other side.

The chain bridge swayed violently. There was nothing to grip on either side, making each step a perilous struggle.

He had barely advanced a dozen meters when he nearly fell twice.

PHEW!

Gazing at the chain bridge that seemed to stretch on endlessly, Qin Feiyang took a long breath. He then crouched down, gripping the edges of the bridge tightly, and began to inch his way towards the other side.

Ten full days passed before Qin Feiyang finally caught sight of the Land of Ruins.

Yet, the glimpse he caught revealed a land devoid of any signs of life, a completely barren expanse. It was like a land of the dead!

Thin wisps of black mist, almost invisible, permeated the air. Although it didn't obstruct vision, the sight was deeply unsettling.

And not too far from the bridge entrance on the other side stood an ancient, dark-looking castle, emitting a mysterious and chilling aura.

Another hour passed before Qin Feiyang finally set foot on the soil of the Land of Ruins.

The first thing he felt was cold. It wasn't the cold of the weather, but a bone-chilling cold, as if he had stepped into the underworld itself, making his skin crawl and his heart pound with unease.

Instinctively, Qin Feiyang's senses sharpened, his body and mind entering a state of high alert.

Looking around, all he could see was desolation. Barren lands and desolate mountains stretched as far as the eye could see. It was as if he were the only living being in this silent world.

An inexplicable feeling of loneliness and anxiety surged uncontrollably within him, assaulting his mind.

He quickly summoned the Wolf King for company. As for Fatty and Lu Hong, having just opened the second layer of their Door of Potential, they were both engrossed in cultivation.

"Why does this place feel so eerie?" When the Wolf King emerged and saw the scene before it, its pupils couldn't help but constrict.

"Be careful," Qin Feiyang cautioned, then turned to look behind him.

The chain bridge was still there, seemingly unchanged. But he had a distinct feeling that the chain bridge was now different.

His eyes flickering, he cautiously extended his right foot.

The instant his foot landed on the chain bridge, an incomparably terrifying gravitational force slammed down!

In that moment, his entire right leg was crushed to pulp by the gravity, blood spraying high into the air!

Searing pain washed over him like a tidal wave. Qin Feiyang cried out in agony, lost his balance, and began to tumble into the abyss.

"Damn it!" Qin Feiyang panicked.

Just as Qin Feiyang was about to fall into the Black Abyss, the Wolf King, hearing the commotion, whirled around, bit down on his clothes, and yanked him back with all its might.

RIP!

His clothes tore, but Qin Feiyang was yanked back. He landed heavily on his rear, staring at the chain bridge in terror, his face ashen.

"What happened?" the Wolf King asked in bewilderment, starting to walk towards the chain bridge.

"Don't go!" Qin Feiyang's expression changed. He hastily dragged it back, exclaiming, "There's an immense gravitational force on the bridge now! That's what crushed my leg!"

"What?" The Wolf King immediately recoiled, its eyes filled with terror.

Qin Feiyang took out a Rebirth Pill and consumed it, his eyes fixed on the chain bridge as he waited for his right leg to regenerate.

The Wolf King asked, "Then how are we supposed to get back in the future?"

Qin Feiyang pondered for a moment. "We'll cross that bridge when we come to it. There must be a way."

Thankfully, I had the foresight to prepare a few extra Rebirth Pills, or I'd be a cripple now.

After his right leg had regenerated, Qin Feiyang stood up, moved it a little, then turned and walked towards the black ancient castle. The Wolf King followed closely beside him.

In this unknown place, one couldn't afford to be careless.

After walking some distance, Qin Feiyang frowned. "The vital Essence here is incredibly thin."

The Wolf King nodded. It finally understood why Qin Feiyang had gone to King Pan City to purchase such a large quantity of medicinal ingredients. In a place like this, cultivation would be impossible without elixirs.

Moments later, they arrived before the ancient castle. The main gate was tightly shut, and a chilling aura washed over them. Qin Feiyang casually glanced around.

Suddenly, his blood ran cold as his gaze locked onto the top of the ancient castle.

There, a gaunt old man with disheveled black hair stood, clad in a black robe. His deeply sunken eyes glinted with a sinister light. He was looking down, his gaze fixed intently on the man and the wolf.

At first glance, he resembled a specter from hell, making Qin Feiyang and the Wolf King's scalps tingle!

"KYE KYE…"

Suddenly, with a skin-crawling, sinister cackle, the black-robed old man leaped down and landed on the ground before them.

The man and wolf tensed, hastily retreating.

The black-robed old man bared his teeth in a sinister sneer. "The world outside is so pleasant, yet you actually came to the Land of Ruins. Truly foolish beyond measure."

Qin Feiyang composed himself and replied with a helpless sigh, "I had no choice. I've offended too many people. If I hadn't come to the Land of Ruins, the only alternative was death."

"Most people in this Land of Ruins ended up here seeking refuge while fleeing their pursuers," the black-robed old man said. "But now, they all regret it. They'd rather die outside than endure the suffering here. Myself included. It won't be long before you two regret it as well." He cackled grimly.

"Since we're here, we'll just have to make the best of it," Qin Feiyang sighed.

"In that case, follow this old man inside!" The black-robed old man waved his hand. With a CLANG, the main gate of the ancient castle swung open, and a ghastly, chilling aura instantly billowed out.

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