Warning! A hidden dragon has emerged!

After Qin Quan carefully put away the chalcedony and the earth vein stone, he led everyone back to the main tomb chamber and examined the bronze coffin closely.

Zhang Qingshun poked his head out and carefully smelled the odor emanating from the coffin, his expression growing increasingly solemn.

"That's right, this strange fragrance definitely came from inside the coffin."

Jiang Yao looked up at the huge chains above her head, her brows furrowed.

"Four bronze chains secured the coffin, with the chains anchored to the ten-meter-high dome. Opening the coffin would be no easy task."

Everyone looked up and saw a huge, lifelike ancient mural on the dome.

The scene depicts a humanoid monster rising from the clouds, surrounded by various creatures kneeling in its wake.

Four bronze chains lined the perimeter of the mural, resembling pillars of heaven.

It was breathtaking to watch, and it naturally inspired a sense of awe.

Qin Quan pointed to the magnificent murals overhead, then turned to Miao Cuihua beside him and asked:

"Can you understand the meaning of this mural?"

Miao Cuihua nodded emphatically, looked up at the murals on the dome, and slowly said:

According to the records of the Gu Poison Sect, Chi You and the Yellow Emperor fought a great battle at Zhuolu. After Chi You was defeated, he led his remaining troops into the Ten Thousand Mountains to recuperate. He had eighteen trusted generals under his command, which later evolved into the sect, clan, and sixteen strongholds of today.

"Among them, the Gu Poison Sect mainly cultivates Gu techniques and poisons, while the Ghost King Sect is deeply involved in Taoist magic and Southeast Asian sorcery. As for the other sixteen strongholds, their lineage was lost over the years, and they submitted to the Gu Poison Sect as early as four hundred years ago."

"As for this mural, the demonic figure in the very center is Chi You, the God of War. Knowing that his time was coming to an end, he left a secret order before his death, instructing people to refine his soul with forbidden techniques, hoping to use the path of ghost cultivation to defy the heavens and be reborn. This painting depicts the scene of him breaking through to become a ghost immortal and ascending into the sky."

"So, after Chi You ascended to heaven, the Ghost King Sect declined?"

Qin Quan's gaze was intense as he pressed for an answer in a deep voice.

"More or less."

Miao Cuihua gave an awkward smile. "Modern society reveres science, and no one believes in ancient metaphysics and strange tales anymore. The destruction of the Ghost King Sect and the dormancy of the Gu Poison Sect may seem like a decline in fortune, but in reality, it is an inevitable consequence of the changing times."

"Then what about this bronze hanging coffin?"

Qin Quan's gaze returned to the upright bronze coffin.

Miao Cuihua hesitated, then shook her head and said:

"There are no detailed records in the religion. Some say that Chi You's physical body is buried here; others say that it is Chi You's woman, Huan Die. Regardless of which theory is being told, they are all closely related to the ancestor Chi You."

Over a thousand years, the world has changed dramatically.

Who knows if it's true or not?

Some people, in order to inherit the rightful name and compete for more resources, fabricate lies, which eventually turn into wild legends that are difficult to distinguish from the truth.

Qin Quan turned to look at Zhang Qingshun, who was standing to the side, seemingly lost in thought, and asked:

"Can you open this bronze coffin?"

Zhang Qingshun rarely showed a troubled expression, staring intently at the four thick bronze chains on the coffin, shaking his head repeatedly.

"Opening the coffin is not difficult; the difficulty lies in these four bronze chains. The chains are covered with ancient runes, and their sealing power is extremely strong. Ordinary weapons simply cannot cut or sever them. This old Taoist is powerless to do anything about it."

Is it really as scary as you say?

Seeing this, Jiang Yao stepped forward, wanting to get closer to examine the material and rune patterns of the chain.

But just as her fingertips touched the chain...

hum!

A cold, eerie blue light suddenly exploded along the chains, instantly activating the thousand-year-old restriction, and a chill swept through the entire tomb chamber.

"Be careful!"

Qin Quan's pupils contracted sharply. His reaction was incredibly fast. He flashed forward, grabbed Jiang Yao's waist with one hand, and pulled her back abruptly.

Almost the instant the two landed!

Rumble!

The four bronze chains trembled and roared violently, causing the coffin to shake incessantly, as if an earthquake had struck, and the entire underground palace was trembling.

Bang bang bang!

It seemed as if some terrifying thing was being suppressed inside the coffin, threatening to break free and overturn the world.

The sudden change caused everyone present to change their expressions drastically.

Jiang Yao was still in shock, her voice trembling noticeably.

"Did I...did I get into trouble?"

"No problem, let's wait and see."

Qin Quan reassured him in a deep voice.

With a flick of his wrist, his natal sword was drawn. He gripped the hilt tightly, his spiritual energy surging, and he entered a state of alert.

Zhang Qingshun gripped the peach wood sword horizontally, his expression tense;

Lin Wanrou mobilized her spiritual energy, ready to rush to the rescue at any time;

The atmosphere in the tomb chamber instantly became extremely tense.

The surroundings were deathly silent; you could hear a pin drop.

No one dared to move, no one dared to make a sound.

Everyone stared intently at the restless bronze coffin, their nerves taut, ready for a desperate fight.

Only Miao Cuihua took a cunning stance, seemingly keeping up with the others' vigilance, but in reality, she quietly moved towards the tomb entrance, already planning her escape route.

Just when the tension was high and a fight was about to break out!

The six-winged golden cicada gu, which had been lurking around Qin Quan's neck, silently revealed its true form.

With its six wings outstretched and its body trembling, it slowly flew toward the restless bronze coffin.

"Qin Quan is the Gu King, Jin Chan!"

Lin Wanrou gasped softly.

"I saw it."

Qin Quan's gaze sharpened as he locked onto Jin Chan's movements, his heart filled with doubt.

He could clearly sense the state of the Gu King, but he couldn't fathom its intentions behind this action.

The Golden Cicada Gu hovered directly in front of the bronze coffin. The next second, its six wings suddenly spread out at full force and trembled wildly!

Splash!

Pure golden halos spread out like ripples on water, flowing into the bronze coffin.

A miraculous scene suddenly unfolded.

The ancient coffin, which had been violently agitated and trembling just moments before, returned to calm at a speed visible to the naked eye. Even the four bronze chains stopped shaking, and the coffin body steadily returned to its original position.

The menacing aura had completely dissipated, but the fear in everyone's hearts only increased.

The unknown is the greatest terror.

No one knows what is hidden in this ancient coffin that has been sealed for thousands of years, and no one dares to imagine what kind of disaster would have been brought about if the seal had been completely broken.

Just as everyone breathed a sigh of relief and began to consider retreating, a clear mental fluctuation suddenly came to Qin Quan's mind.

Qin Quan's pupils dilated slightly, his face filled with astonishment.

"You want me to...sever the four chains and open the coffin?"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone present panicked and rushed forward to dissuade him.

"Mr. Qin, you mustn't!"

Zhang Qingshun spoke hurriedly, his expression grave.

"The oppressive force from that coffin was terrifying; the unknown dangers are the most deadly. We must not act rashly!"

Jiang Yao quickly echoed, looking anxious.

"That's right, opening the coffin rashly is too dangerous! I only touched the chains and it caused such a commotion; if the coffin lid were actually opened, the consequences would be unimaginable!"

Even Miao Cuihua, who had been observing from the sidelines, spoke up to offer advice.

"Master, it would be safest to stop for now, report to the Hidden Dragon Headquarters, and gather more manpower and equipment before we investigate again."