Chapter 445: The Challenge Begins

Chapter 445: The Challenge Begins

That night, many people in Imperial City tossed and turned, unable to sleep a wink.

This was not only because they were worried that the Dragon Clan might suddenly attack again and leave them dead without any explanation.

It was also because they had witnessed the legendary Dragon Clan, and the excitement had made it difficult for some of them to sleep.

Even on the second day, the streets and alleys were filled with citizens with dark circles discussing the scene of the black clouds that had descended upon the city last night and the golden dragon shadow that had swept towards the Heavenly Tower.

Due to the Dragon Clan’s invasion the night before, Imperial City’s defences had been greatly strengthened.

The four main gates of Imperial City had many demon-slaying officers stationed at them, and some even had members of the prison department secretly guarding them.

At the East Gate, Zhan Qingfeng yawned, feeling a bit bored. He looked at the newcomer who had recently joined and was diligently standing guard. Zhan Qingfeng smiled and said, “Kid, relax a bit. There is no need to be so nervous.”

The young man frowned and replied, “Senior, this is the legendary Dragon Clan! Every member is incredibly powerful. We have a heavy responsibility to guard the city gate, so we can’t be careless.”

Zhan Qingfeng raised an eyebrow, “Imperial City has four gates in all directions. What are the chances that they’ll come right through us? Besides, guarding the gate is just for show. If something really happens, it won’t be our turn to intervene. Have you ever thought that with your strength, you can stop the Dragon Clan if they really invade Imperial City?”

The young man’s expression stiffened, and after a moment of contemplation, he replied seriously, “Even if I can’t stop them, I will find a way to hinder them!”

Zhan Qingfeng shook his head. “Fine, a rookie is not afraid of tigers. Let me give you some experienced advice.”

At that moment, a bolt came from the blue sky!

Accompanied by a thunderous roar in their ears, a massive stone pillar fell onto the wide street.

The people on the street, who had just been walking, felt a gust of wind that blew them dozens of metres away.

Boom!

As the pillar hit the ground, the people barely managed to stabilise themselves. Astonished, they looked at the pillar, which was about thirty metres in diameter, of unknown height, and completely black with dragon patterns on its surface.

Rain, snow, and ice falling from the sky were commonplace for the townspeople, but to encounter a falling pillar of stone was an unprecedented rarity. They couldn’t help but associate it with the Dragon Clan that had appeared last night.

“Senior, take a quick look!” The young man pointed not far from the city gate with a trembling voice.

Zhan Qingfeng followed his gaze and saw a group of people approaching, led by an old man in a yellow robe with white hair who exuded an imposing aura.

Behind him were countless men and women, both majestic and graceful, all of them covering their faces with veils, making it impossible to see their faces.

Like a drop of water falling into a hot pan, the entire Imperial City immediately boiled over.

The originally towering stone pillar turned out to be the Marriage Challenge Arena!

Amidst the shock, as everyone sighed in relief, excitement spread among the people.

A marriage challenge was an unusual event in itself, and when the host of the challenge was a dragon, it was an unprecedented event.

Many speculated as to who had the great ability to overcome the dragon’s challenge platform and marry a dragon princess, thus enhancing the prestige of the human race!

“Defeated again, defeated again!” On the top floor of a restaurant, the people sighed as they watched the man who had challenged the arena being struck down by the dragon.

Including those who had come before, this was the twenty-seventh person to be defeated.

And without exception, they had all been thoroughly defeated, unable to withstand even a single blow from the dragon!

“I was also thinking about entering the ring, but now, I can’t even defeat the first person to defend the ring.”

“I heard that this time the Dragon’s challenge platform has three levels. Only after overcoming all of them can one qualify to marry the dragon princess.”

“I think it’s quite mysterious. The dragons seem to have deliberately suppressed their strength to the same level as the challengers. However, their physical bodies and innate powers are simply too powerful. With so many challengers, not even their innate powers have been suppressed; how can they be defeated?”

“The Thirty-Six Stars of the Great Qian and the Twelve Divine Generals may have a great reputation, but apart from them, there really isn’t anyone with a formidable power.”

Hearing this, everyone couldn’t help but sigh, marvelling at the strength of the dragons and witnessing the weakness of the human race.

At that moment, an optimistic person spoke up: “Why be so pessimistic, my friends? It’s only the first day. We have many talented people in the Great Qian; someone will surely rise to the challenge.”

“By the way, have you ever wondered, if someone succeeds in the challenge, which dragon princess would they marry?”

After this topic was brought up, everyone became interested and began to speculate. The Dragon Princess was undoubtedly an incomparable beauty!

In a corner near the window of the restaurant, Lan Ningshuang looked at the arena and curiously asked, “Brother-in-law, do you know why the dragons arranged this challenge?”

After the words fell, no one responded.

Turning her head, Lan Ningshuang saw Qin Feng looking at the arena and scanning the surroundings as if searching for something.

“Brother-in-law?!”