Chapter 277: Finally Meeting the Lord of the Forbidden Zone

Chapter 277: Finally Meeting the Lord of the Forbidden Zone

That being had strong killing intent. For intruders, regardless of the reason, he had no intention of giving up on killing Lin Fan and the Little Dog.

“You really think I’m made of mud, don’t you? Besides… your condition doesn’t seem to be that great either…”

The Little Dog sneered, noticing some clues about the other party. He wasn't a living True Immortal; they were equally matched.

“You can try!” The being from the depths of the Forbidden Zone spoke, his voice incredibly cold, exuding a terrifying aura.

At this moment, it felt as if a world-shaking battle would erupt the next second. The Void Realm was incredibly oppressive, making it hard to breathe.

“Senior, wait, I am the son of Zu Ji Ling. Could you please make an exception!” Lin Fan interjected, stating his identity.

“Nonsense! Zu Ji Ling is a willow tree. I’ve never heard of her having a Dao Companion, let alone a human descendant like you. Are you trying to deceive me?”

That person lightly rebuked. His emotionless demeanor actually showed a change, clearly moved by the words “Zu Ji Ling.”

“I…”

Just as Lin Fan was about to explain further, another voice rang out, also from the depths of the Forbidden Zone.

“Who dares disturb?”

This was a man’s voice, with a hint of magnetism, but much gentler than the previous voice.

“One person and one dog broke the rules, intruding into our world. They wish to pass through. They should be killed to teach them that this is not a place just anyone can enter.”

The previous being responded seriously, but with much more respect. Clearly, this person was the true Lord of this place.

“Child, your killing intent is too strong. This will affect your Dao path,” the Lord of the Forbidden Zone said, his voice giving a feeling of warmth like a spring breeze.

Lin Fan was startled, and the Little Dog became alert. The person with Immortal Rank aura before was actually just a child?

This deeply shocked them, especially the Little Dog, who felt a chill down its spine.

Because a being who could have an Immortal Rank existence as a bookboy must have an incredibly significant background, beyond imagination.

“Oh, is he related to an old acquaintance? Or did he come from the Three Thousand Provinces and cross that path? Interesting.”

The Lord of the Forbidden Zone’s tone carried a hint of surprise, and then he continued, “Child, put away the formation and bring them over.”

“Yes!”

The bookboy was extremely respectful, obeying the man’s words completely. He instantly withdrew the grand formation, and the towering light pillar disappeared, sinking into the earth.

Immediately, the person and the dog were greatly astonished, because the ground rumbled, and cracks appeared. Beneath them were buried True Immortal Rank bones.

Although those were incomplete and fragmented, it was clear that beings of that level had once intruded here and were mercilessly killed!

Seeing this, Lin Fan and the Little Dog gasped, their eyes wide, and they couldn’t help but tremble all over.

“Chii!”

Suddenly, a green wooden bridge appeared, shaped like a stone arch bridge, but made of wood, extending from the distant mountains.

Moreover, it carried a fragrant scent, its life force as vigorous as the sea, accompanied by strong Divine Power fluctuations.

“Divine Wood!” Lin Fan exclaimed. He didn’t even need to think; this bridge must have been made from a tree comparable to a Xian Yao (Immortal Medicine).

“An ancient tree that achieved Immortal Ascension was cut down and made into a bridge!” The Little Dog, sharp-eyed and knowledgeable, further revealed the bridge’s origin.

In an instant, its heart pounded violently. It turned to Lin Fan and transmitted, “Kid, will there be any problems?”

Lin Fan nodded, telling it to rest assured, and then directly stepped onto the bridge, traversing hills and medicinal gardens, unimpeded all the way.

He believed that if he hadn’t walked on this bridge and had directly intruded, he would definitely have been killed by the ground formation, his body and spirit annihilated.

There was no doubt; those True Immortal remnants already proved everything. Once activated, they would kill gods and Buddhas alike!

Stepping off the wooden bridge, several thatched huts appeared ahead. Although not luxurious and very simple, they possessed an extraordinary charm.

“To see the Master, you still need to cross this small lake,” the bookboy said again, pointing to the lush green area.

Not far away, there was a small lake, crystal clear and brilliant, separating them from the huts. There was no bridge here; to reach the opposite bank, they had to wade through the water.

“Little Lin, this lake doesn’t look big, but it’s actually very unusual. Be careful,” the Little Dog showed a rare look of solemnity.

Lin Fan stroked his chin, hesitated for a moment, and then resolutely walked into the lake.

However, the moment his foot landed, ripples spread across the lake surface, as if he were in the Universe, forming vast star seas.

The Little Dog was shocked, exclaiming, “This is actually a Universe Lake! What an incredible method, refining stars into grains of sand! This Lord of the Forbidden Zone is truly remarkable!”

Of course, for the Little Dog, it could cross without hindrance. It possessed a True Immortal body, and even stars could not harm it.

But for Lin Fan, this was a bit difficult. He was only in the Divine Fire Realm, and crossing this lake would be extremely challenging.

Indeed, Lin Fan encountered danger. His feet rotted, revealing his white foot bones, enduring immense pain.

But he did not stop. He had experienced all kinds of pain, having entered Hell and been forged by fire. How could this stop his path?

At the same time, he clearly understood that this was a test set by the Lord of the Forbidden Zone. Once he crossed this lake, he would be safe.

Understanding this, Lin Fan gritted his teeth and continued forward. The flesh on his calves also peeled off, revealing golden bones, a terrifying sight.

Moreover, there was a mysterious Law power in the lake water that prevented healing, no matter how much he exerted his Qi, the effect was minimal.

“Rumble!”

The lake was clear and blue. As ripples spread, countless star seas appeared, and the aura of the Dao permeated, as if a grand Universe was being opened, a vast spectacle.

This was extremely terrifying; it was just a small lake, yet it contained the Qi of life and death, terrifying to such an extent!

“Little Lin…”

The Little Dog wanted to help. After all, if Lin Fan had an accident, it might be next, and it wouldn’t get any benefits.

However, the bookboy stopped it, saying, “This is the Master’s test for him. You must not interfere.”

“Crack… Woo woo…”

In an instant, the small lake was filled with thunder and lightning, exuding the power of Law. It was a scene of a grand Universe being created, with countless stars revolving around Lin Fan.

By this point, it was no longer a lake; there were only stars like a sea. As he stepped, Chaos Qi surged, as if he were creating heaven and earth.

Starlight shone!

In this process, Lin Fan’s flesh continuously peeled off, starting from his feet, until it reached his head.

His flesh disappeared, leaving only a skeleton, slowly sinking into the lake, which made the Little Dog’s fur stand on end.

“It’s over, it’s over. If this kid dies, will I also die here and be made into dog meat hotpot?” It was startled in its heart.

However, the reality exceeded expectations. After Lin Fan sank to the bottom of the lake, he slowly rose again, and as he moved forward, his flesh also mysteriously underwent Rebirth.

When he completely emerged from the lake, he had recovered as before, full of vibrant life, his battle armor covering him, exactly as he was before.

“Senior!” Lin Fan was very calm and bowed to the White-robed Man in front of the thatched hut.

“You are very good, and very special. The Universe Lake, the Lake of Life and Death, only those with extraordinary talent can cross it.”

The White-robed Man commented, his voice gentle and smiling.