After flying for more than two hours, the Vermilion Bird Hall Master stopped once more and said to Chu Linfeng, "Green Frost Sect Master, do you see the circular stone pillar on the cliff ahead? That’s the entrance to Divine Dragon Valley. I will take you this far; inside the valley, there are experts everywhere, so be careful."

Chu Linfeng was puzzled as to why the Vermilion Bird Hall Master would not continue, and asked, "Hall Master, your help to Lin Feng is deeply appreciated. If the Vermilion Bird Race ever needs my help, Chu Linfeng will do his utmost. Why not wait until I enter the Divine Dragon Valley before you leave?"

"Green Frost Sect Master, you might not know, but the Divine Dragon Race has a rule that without their permission, one cannot approach within a hundred meters of the Divine Dragon Valley entrance. If seen by patrolling dragons, it’s a kill on sight situation. Although I’m not afraid, I don’t want to cause unnecessary trouble. Opening the entrance is up to you now. It will take some time before the sunlight reaches the stone pillar. Wait there for now. I’ll wait for you back at the Vermilion Bird Divine Hall for a drink. Be cautious in every matter!" said the Vermilion Bird Hall Master.

With that, his figure flashed and he turned to leave. As Chu Linfeng was about to say something, he saw that the Hall Master was already far away, so he immediately approached the stone pillar.

Chu Linfeng glanced at the stone pillar and found it engraved with the image of a giant dragon, though some parts had become blurred over time. "Divine Dragon Valley, Divine Dragon Hall, whoever obstructs me will pay the price," Chu Linfeng said.

Not long after, sunlight struck the stone pillar, and Chu Linfeng saw it suddenly emit a white beam of light that shot toward a rocky wall nearby. Instantly, a Hexagram pattern appeared in front of Chu Linfeng.

The Hexagram pattern was faint, as if it might disappear at any moment. Chu Linfeng quickly approached it, and the chaotic dragon power within his body started to surge. He then directed it from his palm into the pattern, causing the Hexagram to slowly brighten and begin rotating.

Chu Linfeng continuously infused the chaotic dragon power, making the Hexagram pattern increasingly luminous and spinning faster. After a few breaths, Chu Linfeng found he could no longer circulate chaotic dragon power into it, as if it had reached saturation.

The Hexagram pattern ceased rotating, but Chu Linfeng saw that not far from him, there appeared a gigantic stone gate, five meters wide and several tens of meters tall. Above the gate were the three large characters of Divine Dragon Valley, written with vigorous and forceful strokes that immediately indicated they were made by a master.

Soon the stone gate began to move upward, revealing the entrance to Divine Dragon Valley. Chu Linfeng’s figure flickered as he entered. Upon closer inspection, it seemed like an entirely different world, filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers, with a captivating scenery. Most importantly, there was a peculiar gas inside, resembling the Immortal Spirit Qi in the Reincarnation Bracelet, though very faint.

With a few steps, the massive stone gate slowly descended. "Truly, this place is a paradise; no wonder those of the Dragon Race are reluctant to leave. If I were them, I wouldn’t want to leave either. Cultivating in such a place would lead to great strength," Chu Linfeng said.

"Divine Dragon Valley is indeed a superb place for cultivation. Not only is the star power abundant, but there’s also Immortal Spirit Qi—faint though it is, it’s very beneficial for enhancing strength. There must be extremely powerful strongmen in the Dragon Race here, so be careful," Sword Spirit said at this moment.

"I have the same feeling. Divine Dragon Valley appears quite large; I wonder where the Divine Dragon Hall is located. It looks like finding it will be somewhat challenging," Chu Linfeng stated.

"Since you’ve made it here, you’ll definitely find it; you need to have confidence in yourself. Stay calm when you encounter challenges, and don’t let emotions govern your actions, as that will invite trouble," Sword Spirit advised.

"Trouble? Without trouble, there’s no trouble. Since I intend to restore your body and rescue my mother, naturally there will be conflicts with those at the Divine Dragon Hall. I will take action as necessary; you needn’t worry about this," Chu Linfeng said.

Sword Spirit knew further persuasion was futile, so he simply stayed quiet, while Chu Linfeng chose to fly through the air, performing several instant teleportations in hopes of finding clues about the Divine Dragon Hall.

During the third instant teleportation, Chu Linfeng suddenly saw a fiery-red giant dragon in the sky, its body appearing to be about four or five hundred meters long, which startled him.

At this moment, the Fire Dragon also noticed him and flew toward him. Chu Linfeng, worried about not having anyone to ask about the situation at the Divine Dragon Hall, thought the Fire Dragon’s appearance was an opportunity to inquire.

"Young man, who are you to dare enter my Divine Dragon Valley unauthorized? Don’t you know that trespassers are killed without mercy? Surrender quickly and the Fire Dragon King will grant you a quick end," the Fire Dragon said at that time.

"Little Fire Dragon, you must be among those of the Divine Dragon Race responsible for guarding Divine Dragon Valley, right? Who I am is beyond your qualification to know. Take me to the Divine Dragon Hall; I want to meet your Hall Master," Chu Linfeng replied.

"Meet the Hall Master of the Dragon Race? You think you’re worthy of that? You don’t even consider where you are; not even I, a dragon, have the privilege to enter the Divine Dragon Hall, much less you, a mere human being. Seems like I have to teach you a lesson so you know I’m not joking," the Fire Dragon remarked to Chu Linfeng.

"Little Fire Dragon, you really haven’t learned your lesson. Have you forgotten who freed you before? And now, so soon, you’ve forgotten this young lord? You really know how to burn bridges," Chu Linfeng laughed, referring to how he had previously broken the barrier set by Qingshuang to release the Ice and Fire Dragons, including this Fire Dragon.

The Fire Dragon transformed into human form at this moment, took a closer look at Chu Linfeng, and was immediately enraged: "Ah, so it’s you, boy. You fooled us terribly last time, led us back to the Dragon Race to go to the Divine Dragon Hall, which nearly got us killed. The Ice Dragon is still recuperating. Do you know, because of your single word, I was whipped three hundred dragon lashes, and the Ice Dragon five hundred! I only recovered from my injuries a year ago, and you dare come here now. Today, unless I swallow you whole, I can’t quench my heart’s anger."

"Fire Dragon, calm your temper, alright? I’m the Golden Dragon Young Master, so you ought to be respectful upon seeing me. Don’t tell me you’re going to defy the Dragon Race’s rules?" Chu Linfeng laughed.

"Boy, you think I’ll fall for your trick again? Last time you escaped by luck; this time, you won’t get away from my claws. Prepare to die!" The Fire Dragon suddenly erupted with anger and struck toward Chu Linfeng with a palm, instantly casting a massive ball of flame straight at him.

As for the Fire Dragon’s strength, Chu Linfeng didn’t regard it highly at all. He planned to learn about the location of the Divine Dragon Hall from the Fire Dragon’s mouth, so he swiftly delivered a palm strike as well, simultaneously producing a mass of flames. When the two fires collided, they produced a tremendous sound, scattering sparks, and neutralized each other’s attacks.

Chu Linfeng deliberately controlled the force to match the Fire Dragon’s attack power, neither injuring it nor causing it excessive pressure. However, seeing Chu Linfeng’s palm display the same flame as his own, the Fire Dragon immediately asked, "How did you learn my Dragon’s Flame Palm?"