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Dominion Sword – Dragon Slayer: Full name "Sacred Dragon Covenant/Dragon Blood Blade," ranked fourth among human world weapons and tenth on the Mainland. A two-handed super greatsword, 192 centimeters long, 33 centimeters wide, weighing 99 kilograms. Its appearance is ferocious and menacing, with jagged teeth along the blade, emitting a piercing dragon's roar when swung. Made from the single horn and crystal of the "Abyssal Dragon King," crafted by the "Ancient Sacred Dragon." It possesses a magic level of ten at the peak tier, with the soul of the Dragon King sealed within. Originally named "Sacred Dragon Covenant," it was a testament to the pact between the "Dragon Sealing Emperor" and the dragons. However, during the civil war in the "Dragon Kingdom," its wielder used it to slay three giant dragons, leading the dragons to modify the covenant, renaming it "Dragon Blood Blade." Despite this, it still holds the power to intimidate dragons, boasting, "With the Dragon Slayer in hand, all dragons bow."

At this moment, the greatsword was embedded in the golden altar, exuding the violent aura of the "Abyssal Dragon King" like an unspoken roar, causing even those with some cultivation to feel a sense of dread. The unparalleled "Abyssal Dragon King" was known as a terrifying existence surpassing level ten magical beasts. There had always been significant debate about his rank on the Mainland. Historical records suggest that this unprecedentedly powerful dragon was clearly stronger than the current king of dragons, the level ten peak "Three-Headed Gold Dragon," and could have ascended to the legendary eleventh level, becoming the strongest magical beast beneath the gods. However, due to the numerous grudges this dragon held, no race wished to grant him such a lofty status. Thus, through mutual agreement, the "Abyssal Dragon King" remained at level ten. Nevertheless, evaluations cannot change strength; even with only the dragon crystal core and horn remaining, the dragon's power remains formidable.

The five-tiered "Dragon Sealing Platform" was resplendent and dazzling. Apart from the top tier where the Dominion Sword – Dragon Slayer was placed, the lower tiers displayed relics of past dragon knights and dragon emperors, accompanied by inscriptions worth reading. Only the young girl Jin Luosha had no interest in these cultural landscapes, relying on her super mythical beast, the "Sacred Scarab," to protect her from the pressure of the "Abyssal Dragon King," sneaking back to the top tier to gaze at the massive divine sword. Although I knew of the girl's actions, considering this was the heart of Sacred Dragon Mountain, there was nothing to worry about, so I followed her leisurely.

However, I was completely unaware that this platform had already been set with traps, waiting for someone to fall into them.

Far away, one of the mages operating the magic array suddenly spoke, "Miss, a target has entered our control range. It's a little girl, but both her magic and divine powers... have reached the advanced level. The magic trap has reacted."

"What? An advanced mage who dual-cultivates magic and divinity? Could it be the 'Golden Angel' Jin Luosha from Saint Spirit Mountain?" Xue Lingpei, the white-robed girl standing before the magic array, frowned slightly as she looked at the blonde girl in the magic image. "We were supposed to deal with a high priest or a Holy Grail Knight, how did a child get in here? Yet her power meets our preset standards. If she triggers our magic trap, she will die."

"Miss, if this girl dies, it might be better than killing a high priest or a Holy Grail Knight. This child is said to be destined to become the Saintess, fully supported by the Temple. There are even rumors that she might become the first female Pope of Saint Spirit Mountain," a mage whispered beside her. "If she dies, even if Sacred Dragon Mountain tries to remedy the situation, they will inevitably incur the enmity of the Temple. When the Temple faces the combined attacks of the Mercenary Empire and the Viking Empire, we Sovereign Dragon can benefit, regardless of which side we support..."

"Enough. I cannot bring myself to sacrifice the life of a child under ten for gain," Xue Lingpei shook her head, taking a deep breath. "Mages, reverse the magic flow, halt the operation of the magic artifacts, and deactivate the magic traps."

Although surprised, the mages began following the orders. Suddenly, one mage shouted, "The magic traps cannot be stopped. They are being interfered with by unknown magic and have started to activate. The second and third traps are now engaged!"

"What's happening? Initiate emergency countermeasures and destroy the magic traps!" Xue Lingpei exclaimed, immediately giving the order.

"Miss, if we initiate the self-destruct system, our mission..." a mage called out.

"I will take full responsibility. Act now," Xue Lingpei said without turning back.

"Yes!" All the mages began channeling their magic.

However, the situation was no longer under anyone's control. No one knew what reaction the dark soul power left in the "Dominion Sword – Dragon Slayer" by the "Abyssal Dragon King" and the pure light power from Jin Luosha's "Sacred Scarab" would produce. This hidden reaction influenced the magic traps laid by Xue Lingpei's group, covering the entire "Dragon Sealing Platform," causing them to break free from the controllers and operate at full capacity.

Unaware of all this, Jin Luosha had no idea danger was imminent. As she ran toward the "Dominion Sword – Dragon Slayer," a sudden change occurred. One hundred and eight beams of light exploded around the platform, forming a lotus-like magic shield that enveloped the fifth tier of the "Dragon Sealing Platform." The world seemed to split, with one colorful layer receding into the distance, while another gray layer collapsed toward the black dragon crystal core embedded in the hilt of the greatsword, pulling Jin Luosha along with it.

"Ahhh—" Despite having endured much hardship and personally slain hundreds, the girl, not yet ten years old, panicked and screamed, flailing her tiny hands, desperately trying to grab something to hold onto—just as she had done in her most dire moments before. "That person, brother, will come to save me, right? He will save Jin Luosha, right." This thought flashed through her mind.

"Don't be afraid," a pair of firm hands instantly embraced her small body, using gentle force to push her out of the magical space. "Li Jia, catch her!"