Zi Yan's Dragon-Phoenix Trial, the Awakening of the Burning Realm Dragon Flame

The twelfth trial ground in the back mountain of the Nishen Hall was the "Volcanic Dragon Nest" in the Far North of the Douluo Continent. This was the habitat of ancient dragon-type Spirit Beasts, where red magma erupted from the volcanic crater, surrounded by dense dragon pressure. Hidden within the dragon nest at the bottom of the volcano was a "dragon phoenix origin crystal." Zi Yan's trial required her to dive into the dragon nest, gain the recognition of the ancient dragon-type Spirit Beasts, absorb the energy of the dragon phoenix origin crystal, break through the shackles of the Dragon Phoenix Bloodline, and unlock the God-Defying Dragon Phoenix: World-Burning Form. This would grant her Dragon Phoenix Fire the power to burn through the God Realm's barriers and severely wound Divinities.

Outside the spatial barrier, the God Realm Enforcers were conducting a breakthrough ceremony, and the energy fluctuations were becoming increasingly intense. The Nishen Hall had basically consolidated the order of the continent, and the concept of "coexistence of humans and beasts" was being accepted by more and more people. In the Mass Grave of Cangyun Town, Xiao Ling barely managed to survive on water given by patrolling soldiers, yet he remained on the brink of death, having completely reduced to a beggar living on handouts.

Zi Yan stood at the volcanic crater, her purple dragon phoenix wings spread wide. The dragon scales on her body shimmered with a metallic luster, and her eyes were filled with eager light. Although her Dragon Phoenix Bloodline had awakened, she had never been able to fully control it, especially when facing the holy power of the God Realm, where she would experience a degree of suppression. The scene of Su Chen taking her to find the essence blood of dragon-type Spirit Beasts and fighting the Volcanic Giant Dragon together deep within the volcano was the most profound bond in her heart—it was that trust from fighting side-by-side that gave her the courage to challenge even greater power.

“Zi Yan, the ancient dragon-type Spirit Beasts in the dragon nest are ill-tempered and full of hostility towards humans. The dragon phoenix origin crystal is guarded by an Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon.” Su Chen's voice reached her through the Nishen Mark, as black God-Defying Soul Power formed a defensive barrier on the surface of her body. “Remember, dragons value strength and dignity most. Do not try to conquer them by force; use your Dragon Phoenix Bloodline to resonate with them and gain their recognition.”

Zi Yan nodded and flapped her dragon phoenix wings vigorously, leaping into the volcanic crater. The interior of the volcano was unbearably hot, with red magma churning and emitting terrifyingly high temperatures. Any ordinary Spirit Master would be instantly incinerated into ash just by approaching. However, Zi Yan's Dragon Phoenix Bloodline naturally countered flames, and the high temperature of the magma had no effect on her whatsoever.

Her figure darted quickly through the volcanic tunnels and soon reached the dragon nest. In the center of the nest, a massive Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon lay curled up. The dragon phoenix origin crystal hovered above the dragon's head, emitting a purple-gold light.

The Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon sensed the presence of an outsider and snapped its eyes open. Its golden dragon pupils were filled with hostility as immense dragon pressure bore down on Zi Yan. “Human brat, how dare you break into my dragon nest to snatch my dragon phoenix origin crystal! Today, I shall burn you to ash!”

The giant dragon suddenly opened its mouth, spewing a massive blast of dragon breath toward Zi Yan. Zi Yan did not dodge; her dragon phoenix wings spread, and purple Dragon Phoenix Fire erupted from her body, colliding with the dragon breath. *Boom!* The two flames clashed, exploding with a massive surge of energy, causing the magma inside the volcano to churn violently.

“Hmm? Dragon Phoenix Bloodline?” A hint of surprise flashed in the Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon's eyes. “I didn't expect to see an inheritor of the Dragon Phoenix Bloodline in this era. But with just this bit of power, you aren't qualified to take the dragon phoenix origin crystal!”

The giant dragon launched another attack, its massive dragon claw swiping at Zi Yan. Zi Yan reacted extremely quickly, flapping her dragon phoenix wings to dodge the claw like a bolt of lightning, while her Dragon Phoenix Fire surged to strike at the dragon's belly.

*Clang!* The Dragon Phoenix Fire hit the dragon's belly but only left a shallow scorch mark. The scales of the Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon were incredibly hard; ordinary Dragon Phoenix Fire simply could not harm it.

“It's useless! My scales have been tempered with dragon flames for a million years. Even a full-strength strike from a Titled Douluo cannot harm me in the slightest!” the giant dragon said triumphantly, launching another attack at Zi Yan.

Zi Yan retreated repeatedly, her heart growing anxious. She knew that if this continued, she would be unable to defeat the dragon, let alone obtain the dragon phoenix origin crystal. She remembered Su Chen's words: use the Dragon Phoenix Bloodline to resonate with the dragon and gain its recognition.

Zi Yan took a deep breath and stopped attacking. Instead, she fully unleashed the Dragon Phoenix Bloodline within her. The purple Dragon Phoenix Fire transformed into a massive phantom of a Dragon Phoenix, hovering above her head. She released the aura of her Dragon Phoenix Bloodline without reservation, sending it toward the Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon.

“Ancient dragon, I do not wish to steal your dragon phoenix origin crystal. I only wish to borrow its power to break through my limits and protect those I cherish.” Zi Yan's voice was filled with sincerity. “My Dragon Phoenix Bloodline shares the same origin as yours. I hope to achieve resonance with you and protect this land together.”

The Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon sensed the sincerity and resonance in her bloodline, and its attacks gradually ceased. It stared at the Dragon Phoenix phantom above Zi Yan's head, a complex emotion flashing in its eyes. “The Dragon Phoenix Bloodline is a combination of dragon and phoenix, one of the most powerful bloodlines. But you also carry another unfamiliar power within you. What is it?”

“This is God-Defying Power, a power capable of resisting the oppression of the God Realm,” Zi Yan said. “The God Realm Enforcers are about to invade the Douluo Continent. They want to rule this land and enslave all Spirit Beasts and humans. I need the power of the dragon phoenix origin crystal to fight the God Realm Enforcers alongside my Sisters.”

The Ancient Volcanic Great Dragon was silent for a moment, a look of determination flashing in its eyes. “The God Realm Enforcers came here once before and slaughtered countless members of my clan. I share an irreconcilable blood feud with them! If you truly can stand against the God Realm Enforcers, I am willing to give you the dragon phoenix origin crystal to lend you my aid!”

The giant dragon slowly raised its head, and the light of the dragon phoenix origin crystal became even more brilliant as it flew toward Zi Yan. Zi Yan reached out and grasped the crystal, and the energy within it instantly surged into her body.

“God-Defying Dragon Phoenix, World-Burning Awakening!” Zi Yan's voice echoed through the dragon nest. Her body erupted with brilliant purple and black light. The dragon phoenix wings on her back evolved into a purple-black color, burning with intense Dragon Phoenix Fire. The dragon scales on her body also turned purple-black, and god-defying runes coiled around her dragon horns—the God-Defying Dragon Phoenix: World-Burning Form was officially unlocked! Her Dragon Phoenix Fire evolved into World-Burning Dragon Flame, which could incinerate not only physical bodies and divine souls but also the holy power and spatial barriers of the God Realm, possessing infinite power. Her Dragon Phoenix Form became even more powerful; the interweaving of dragon and phoenix pressure could intimidate all Spirit Beasts and even make low-level Divinities feel fear.

Zi Yan's figure flew out of the Volcanic Dragon Nest and landed beside Su Chen. She was surrounded by the purple-black World-Burning Dragon Flame, her dragon phoenix wings spread wide, emitting a powerful aura. Her face beamed with a confident smile. “Su Chen, I did it! My World-Burning Dragon Flame can incinerate everything, including the God Realm Enforcers!”

Su Chen reached out to hug her, feeling the scorching power of the World-Burning Dragon Flame. His eyes were full of gratification. “Zi Yan, you were amazing. Now, all fifteen Sisters have unlocked their God-Defying Forms. We finally possess the full power to confront the God Realm Enforcers!”

Just then, the final report of the Nishen Hall's unification of the continent arrived—the "coexistence of humans and beasts" barrier for the last city had been completed. The Douluo Continent officially entered the era of the Nishen Hall's rule. All Spirit Beasts and humans lived in peace and equality, and the god-defying order was fully established across the continent.

Meanwhile, in the Mass Grave of Cangyun Town, Xiao Ling curled up in a straw shack. Looking at the brilliant light coming from the direction of the Nishen Hall in the distance, he knew the Douluo Continent had completely changed, and Su Chen had become the master of this land. There was no ripple in his heart; no hate, no resentment, only endless numbness. His body grew weaker and his breathing fainter, yet he still instinctively wanted to live, even if he lived like a dog.

The observation array of the Nishen Hall suddenly issued a loud alarm. Hinata and Hanabi's God-Defying Byakugan lit up simultaneously. “Su Chen! The God Realm Enforcers have completed their breakthrough ceremony. Massive cracks have appeared in the spatial barrier, and they are flying toward the Nishen Hall. They are expected to arrive in half an hour!”

Su Chen stood at the peak of the Nishen Hall. Looking at the God-Defying Forms of the fifteen Heroines and feeling the majestic power of the unified continent, a look of determination flashed in his eyes. “Sisters, prepare for battle! Today, we will use our God-Defying Power to completely repel the God Realm Enforcers, protect our Douluo Continent, and protect our home!”

The women responded in unison, their voices firm and filled with fighting spirit. Their God-Defying Power interwoven to form a massive energy barrier, enveloping the sky above the Nishen Hall as they awaited the arrival of the God Realm Enforcers.