Dragon Ball, simultaneously traversing countless worlds

Later, Wang Mang found him and asked him to help Daming Prefecture have good weather and abundant harvests. If he succeeded, he would share some of the emperor's dragon energy with him to help him successfully transform into a dragon.

The giant snake was tempted and helped, even obtaining the emperor's dragon energy as promised, shedding some of its snake characteristics and growing horns.

Before it could successfully transform into a dragon, Wang Mang's Xin Dynasty ended, and the giant snake suffered a backlash from its fate. The dragon energy within its body dissipated, and for over a thousand years it was unable to successfully transform into a dragon, or even a jiao (a type of dragon-like creature).

It can only remain in this form that is neither dragon nor jiao (a type of Chinese dragon).

It was after this incident that the giant serpent came to believe in fate and karma, and dared not act rashly again. For thousands of years, it honestly secluded itself to cultivate, thus avoiding the demon-slaying and monster-eliminating efforts of countless masters from multiple dynasties.

Those man-eating and harmful demons were almost completely wiped out more than a thousand years later, but this one survived for a thousand years and lived a very comfortable life.

Chapter 211 Black Python Mount

The black python recounted to Luo Yan its experience of being betrayed by fate after helping Wang Mang, before asking Luo Yan:

"Human King, you lord it over the mortal realm, while I cultivate diligently in my Dragon Palace. We've always kept to ourselves. Why did you break my Water Palace's grand formation and kill my shrimp soldiers and crab generals?"

Based on the strength Luo Yan displayed in his battle with Kou Zhun that day, the black python deduced that Luo Yan should be roughly equal to itself.

Therefore, although the black python was somewhat wary of Luo Yan, it was not afraid to fight him and immediately questioned Luo Yan about the reason for his visit.

“I’m very curious… I’ve been cultivating for so long and have never seen a monster, so when I heard someone say that there are monsters around here, I came here specifically to see for myself.”

"That's it?" The black python didn't believe the reason at all, feeling that Luo Yan was just giving it a perfunctory answer.

"Hmm, after seeing you, I suddenly wanted to tame you and make you my mount."

In ancient times, immortals traveled by riding mounts. Luo Yan is now an immortal himself, but traveling on foot or flying on clouds feels a bit beneath him. So he had a sudden inspiration to subdue this black python, help it transform into a dragon, and make it his mount.

Imagine transforming yourself into a different form and riding a black dragon to attack the city—that scene would be absolutely thrilling.

If an ordinary person saw this, they certainly wouldn't dare to have even the slightest thought of resistance.

In fact, as long as Luo Yan changed his Dharma form and led a group of Iron Eagle Warriors, the Song army had already lost all fighting spirit, such as the army in Daming Prefecture.

Such a large city, with millions of people, was captured by Luo Yan without any decent resistance.

"What did you say?" The black python roared in fury, its murderous intent surging forth after hearing Luo Yan ask it to be his mount.

"Don't you want to transform into a dragon? Follow me, and I can help you succeed," Luo Yan said sincerely.

"You human, you really have ill intentions, trying to humiliate me by making me your mount."

The black python roared, "Now that you've stepped into my Crystal Dragon Palace, don't even think about leaving! Killing you, who defies the will of Heaven, will surely bring me divine merit. Die!"

The black python acted immediately, opening its blood-red maw to swallow Luo Yan.

Wu Ying and Leng Ying finally suppressed their fear and stood protectively in front of Luo Yan.

"Do not harm my king!"

The two men, wielding high-frequency swords, charged at the black python. The vibrating blades struck the python's scales, shattering its protective magic and cutting through its internal muscles.

The black python was shocked: "What kind of divine weapon is this? It can destroy my scales without any magical fluctuations?"

"This is a precious armor bestowed upon you by the King. You monster, prepare to die!"

Seeing that the high-frequency sword was effective, the two were greatly encouraged and once again drew their swords to fight.

This time, the black python learned its lesson and used the water flow to fight the two of them.

The water transformed into whirlpools, ropes, swords, and galloping horses, wave after wave attacking Wu Ying and Leng Ying. Although they could shatter the spell by wielding their high-frequency swords, they could not advance an inch and could not harm the black python.

Seeing this, Luo Yan felt it was necessary to upgrade the Iron Eagle Warriors' mechs again when he got back, so that they could gain the ability to fight underwater.

For example, adding some torpedo weapons.

"You two stop. I'll handle this black python."

Luo Yan ordered the two to step back and personally took action, unleashing the magic from the Heavenly Book to fight the black python for control of the water flow.

In this kind of competition, whoever has the superior magic or the deeper magical power will have the advantage.

Luo Yan's celestial calligraphy technique was naturally far superior to that of the unorthodox black python, and his magical power completely overwhelmed it. As a result, Luo Yan easily gained control of the water flow and used his magical power to refine the ordinary groundwater into the Heavenly River Weak Water, which then eroded the black python's body and magical power.

The Heavenly River Weak Water in this world, like the Five Thunder Spell, is a type of water magic. Weak Water can be soul-crushing and bone-corroding, and can erode magical power.

If a person falls into the Weak Water, they will turn into pus in a moment. Their soul will not be able to float away and will also be dissolved by the Weak Water. It can be described as extremely vicious.

The Weak Water coiled around the black python, and it immediately screamed in agony: "Heavenly River Weak Water? How is this possible? How could there be a spell in this world that can transform ordinary river water into Weak Water?"

The black python struggled frantically, its tail lashing out at Luo Yan in an attempt to stop him from casting his spell.

Luo Yan reached out and grabbed the black python's tail. With a casual flick, he threw the python against the underwater rock wall, causing it to feel numb and sore all over.

"Even your body is stronger than ours, you demon race. Are you really human?" the black python roared unwillingly, its body once again enveloped by the Heavenly River Weak Water.

The magical power on the black python's body was first stripped away, and then bloody foam began to emerge from its scales. Weak water rushed into its mouth, nose, and throat, dissolving its internal organs as well, causing it to thrash about and scream in agony.

"Golden toad, save me!"

谷筂

In its panic, the black python cried out for help to the Glazed Dragon Palace, whereupon a toad about ten meters long emerged.

This toad is golden all over, and the bumps on its skin look like gold nuggets, giving it an air of wealth and luxury.

Its enormous size, resembling that of a giant elephant, and its powerful hind limbs almost made Luo Yan drool.

"Don't panic, brother, I'm here to save you."

The golden toad spewed out crystal-clear jade fire from its mouth. This fire could burn underwater and was even able to contend with the Heavenly River's Weak Water.

The multicolored flames enveloped the black python's body, but instead of burning it, they dissolved the celestial river's weak water within and outside its body, relieving the black python from its crisis.

"Heh, there really is another monster here." Luo Yan wasn't particularly surprised by the appearance of the golden toad.

Once the formation was broken, the auras of the two demons could no longer be concealed from him. During the previous battle, Luo Yan had been keeping an eye on the movements of the other demon in the Dragon Palace.

"Human, leave immediately, or my elder brother and I will surely capture you," the golden toad said, its voice stern but its tone weak.

It had witnessed Luo Yan's methods; he was very powerful. With a single move, the Heavenly River Weak Water, he had tormented the black python quite a bit. If it weren't for its special golden toad bloodline and some innate supernatural abilities, it probably wouldn't have been able to save its brother, the black python.

"You think you can subdue me? You're as timid as a toad yawning. What a boastful tone. Do you think a mere wisp of Jade Flame will render me helpless?"

In the Heavenly Book, the water that can be transformed by the art of water control is not limited to the Heavenly River and the Weak Water.

The art of water control can transform anything except the Eight Treasures Merit Water, such as the Blood River Turbid Water, the Yellow Spring Dead Water, the Yama Calamity Water, and the Profound Origin Heavy Water.

The Glazed Jade Fire merely weakened the Heavenly River Weak Water by relying on the extreme yang energy.

If one can transform into masculine water, then one can disregard the glazed jade fire.

Luo Yan immediately summoned the Supreme Yang Thunder Water and enveloped the two demons.

This supreme yang thunder water, like lead, mercury, and quicksilver, was incredibly heavy and shimmered with a silvery light.

Anything covered by it will be crushed to death by the immense pressure.

The golden toad spewed out crystal-clear jade fire in an attempt to resist the supreme yang thunder and water. However, being a yang creature as well, the supreme yang thunder and water became increasingly radiant under the scorching heat of the crystal-clear jade fire.

That stream of silvery water, like the bright moonlight, poured over the golden toad, topped with the crystal-clear fire.

Click, click!

The golden toad was enveloped by the supreme yang thunder and water, and its powerful demonic body groaned as its bones were broken and pierced its internal organs, causing it to vomit a large amount of blood.

"Brother, save me!"

This time, the golden toad sought help from the black python.

Without hesitation, the black python charged headlong into the now silver ball-like Supreme Yang Thunderwater, its tail coiling around the golden toad, trying to pull it out.

However, the Supreme Yang Thunder Water took root like a mountain range. Even when struck by the eighty-meter-long giant python, it remained completely still. The black python's tail, which had been probing into the Supreme Yang Thunder Water, was also crushed by the thunder water until it was thinner than a piece of paper.

The golden toad began to spit out its internal organs. Under the immense pressure, even though it was a monster with strong vitality, if it delayed for a few more seconds, its body would be rolled into dumpling wrappers.

Monsters do not possess the Taoist primordial spirit; they only cultivate the inner elixir. When their bodies and inner elixir are completely shattered, their souls will dissipate, and at that point, there will truly be no way to save them.

"Stop! Didn't you want to tame me and make me your mount? I agree. Release the golden toad, and I'm willing to become your mount." The black python yielded.

The human before it possessed far too powerful magic, and its magical strength was in no way inferior to its own. It had no chance of winning against Luo Yan and could only submit to save its own life and that of the golden toad.

"It seems that you, as a demon, are quite sentimental. I was just thinking, what would I do if you just watched this toad get killed and then ran away yourself..."

“I admire those who are willing to sacrifice themselves for others. If you really escape, I may not kill this golden toad, but I will definitely kill you,” Luo Yan said coldly.

"I..." The black python looked complicated and didn't know what to say.

"Fortunately, you passed my test and were able to set aside your dignity for your companion. That shows your kindness and compassion. I will now help your companion recover from his injuries."

Luo Yan withdrew his spell, and the Supreme Yang Thunder Water was transformed into Rejuvenating Creation Water, healing the Golden Toad's injuries.

This golden toad had almost no malevolent aura; instead, it exuded a faint aura of merit. This showed that the golden toad had not done any evil in its daily life and was a good monster. Luo Yan felt guilty for killing it unjustly.

Seeing that the golden toad's injuries had improved, the black python finally breathed a sigh of relief: "Thank you...you healed my companion. I will keep my promise and become your mount."

Luo Yan laughed and said, "Don't look so gloomy. Becoming my mount might not be a bad thing for you. Don't you want to transform into a dragon? I will help you."

Chapter 212 Wang Mang was indeed a time traveler

—Dragon Ball: Simultaneously Traveling Through Multiple Worlds, Chapter 212: Wang Mang Was Indeed a Transmigrator

Upon hearing Luo Yan mention the dragon transformation, the black python perked up slightly: "How can you help me? I failed to transform into a dragon using dragon energy and suffered a backlash, so I will never be able to evolve into a dragon again for the rest of my life."

Luo Yan asked curiously, "Can't it evolve even with the help of the Emperor's Dragon Qi?"

The black python nodded: "That's right. If the dragon energy transforms into a dragon and fails the first time, it won't work the next time."

"why is that?"

"My body has been marked by the dragon energy of Wang Mang's Xin Dynasty. Unless I use the dragon energy of the Xin Dynasty again, the dragon energy of other dynasties will only conflict with me."

The dragon energy of different dynasties is different, and they are even incompatible.

Just like the dragon aura of the Qin Dynasty, it was definitely incompatible with the dragon aura of the Han Dynasty.

The domineering dragon energy of the new dynasty does not allow any other dragon energy to exist within the black python's body.

The black python wanted to transform into a dragon by harnessing the dragon's energy, so it could only do so by seeking out the dragon's energy of the new dynasty.

But Wang Mang's Xin Dynasty was already a thousand years ago, so where can one find the dragon aura of the Xin Dynasty?

With the Emperor's dragon aura transforming into a dragon, the Black Python is basically out of the question.