Lin Yun knew that everything he was doing now was merely making a wedding dress for others. But it didn't matter.
He had known from a single glance that there was a major problem with this body. The Sha Blood Dragon Clan had successfully created a vessel that was remarkably similar to a human's, but they had been unable to replicate the most crucial components. The myriad ancient clans who had originally created humanity had been slaughtered to the last because of this secret. The remaining ancient clans had no idea what the ultimate method for creating humans was.
The body they had created did indeed possess powerful potential, but it could not achieve a perfect fusion with any soul. Thus, it was just a powerful, empty shell, unable to have its true power brought to its peak.
For this reason, Lin Yun wasn't worried that someone who seized this body would become invincible.
The reason Wang Chengan was so obsessed with it was, firstly, because his own body had been completely destroyed and was no longer usable. As a disembodied soul, this was his only choice. Secondly, he was completely fixated on the power of the Sha Blood Dragon Clan.
At the end of the day, Wang Chengan had simply seen too little of the world. He was different from Lin Yun. Back in the Ancient Forbidden Land, Lin Yun had witnessed many powerful creatures. He understood that the threat posed by these remnant clans of antiquity was far more terrifying than he had imagined.
As time passed, the iron chains were severed one by one. The moment the final chain was broken, Wang Chengan threw his head back and roared with laughter.
"It truly has not failed my many years of waiting! Just as I thought, you, little one, were indeed capable of this."
After saying this, Wang Chengan didn't hesitate for a second, shooting directly toward the body that was slowly descending from the air. His speed was incredible. As long as he could completely merge with this vessel, he would become the most powerful existence in the world.
But it was a pity. Just as he was about to complete this final step, he saw a mass of black energy envelop him.
In an instant, Wang Chengan felt his body being restrained by some kind of power. And most terrifyingly, the feeling was somewhat familiar. He had experienced it before, back when they had started the war in the Nether River Dragon Palace.
"Who dares to plot against me here?" Wang Chengan roared, his icy gaze sweeping around him.
Unfortunately, he could not see any physical entity. Instead, all he saw was a hazy, indistinct mass of black energy before him.
When Lin Yun saw this black energy, the corners of his lips curled upwards.
Wang Chengan, of course, also saw Lin Yun's expression change and immediately realized the truth. All of this was closely connected to this boy. No wonder he had shown no intention of resisting him earlier.
"You knew about all of this from the very beginning," Wang Chengan said coldly, finally understanding the boy's meaning. "You didn't try to stop it; instead, you were waiting for this opportunity."
"I wasn't clear on what would happen, but I knew that everything you wanted this time would not end with a perfect result."
Seeing Wang Chengan's furious expression, Lin Yun showed little emotion. He knew Ezu would make a move; he just didn't know when. It seemed now that Ezu had been targeting Wang Chengan from the start. No wonder the creature had deliberately made him break Wang Chengan's statue earlier. Ezu clearly knew that was the way to release Wang Chengan, and he could use the opportunity to kill him.
"Hmph, what a foolish boy," Wang Chengan snarled. "This old master has cultivated for so many years. How could I possibly be so easily deceived by you? I knew long ago that you had some unknown tricks up your sleeve. Now it seems they are nothing special. To think you could kill me with just this mass of black energy… you're daydreaming!"
Wang Chengan spoke with triumph, then his entire body trembled. A powerful force erupted from him as he tried to break the energy that bound him.
But he quickly realized the situation was not what he had imagined. He had indeed managed to alleviate some of the pressure, but in the next moment, he saw countless streams of black energy converging on him, like ropes tying themselves around his body and gradually tightening.
Lin Yun glanced at the black energy, also communicating with the Chongqing Bird in his mind. "How did this guy suddenly get out?"
He knew that Ezu had been imprisoned within his own body. But now, it seemed that method had lost its effect. The Chongqing Bird was also very surprised, as it hadn't sensed any abnormality.
At the same time, Ezu's voice echoed in Lin Yun's ear.
"Brat, let's make a deal. I will tell you how to reach the higher levels of the Heaven-Concealing Pavilion. And what you have to do is very simple: let me devour this man, completely and utterly."
Hearing Ezu's words, Lin Yun was silent for a time. He and Ezu were not partners; to a certain extent, they were even enemies. If this creature's power grew too strong, he and the Chongqing Bird might not be able to suppress it. Wang Chengan was in a spiritual state; perhaps his power was something Ezu could use. Otherwise, the creature wouldn't have gone to such lengths just to confront him.
"And why should I believe you?" Lin Yun retorted. "After your power has grown, I will only lose more miserably when we eventually contend with each other."
Ezu snorted. "You can rest assured on that point. Right now, I do not care about this body of yours. If you are willing to cooperate with me this time, I will naturally give you many benefits. Weren't you curious about the ancient era? I have many answers here."
After having seen those historical documents, Lin Yun was indeed full of curiosity about these things. But unfortunately, it was difficult to find clues about the past in the current age. Thus, Ezu's words had tempted him.
The Chongqing Bird chimed in, "This creature is likely not joking. And even if his power increases greatly, he still can't do anything to you."
Lin Yun's strength was improving too quickly, and his willpower was incredibly strong. Even Ezu couldn't overcome him, so there was no need to worry.
With the Chongqing Bird's guarantee, Lin Yun relaxed considerably. "Alright. I'll give you this chance."
Receiving Lin Yun's consent, Ezu finally let out a triumphant laugh.
"You shameless creatures," his voice boomed, directed at the struggling Wang Chengan. "You schemed and exhausted your minds for this body back then. I never thought that after so many years, you would still be coveting it. A pity that today, it shall become my wedding dress!"