Cultivation Simulator: Shocking the Academy-Chapter 549 - 402: Guardian of the Dragon Palace

Finally, they arrived in a spacious grand hall. In the center of the hall stood a massive dragon throne, draped with soft dragon scale cushions, exuding an imposing aura. The Wind Grasshopper invited Luo Chen and Ouyang Qian to sit and personally poured them exquisite wine. The wine shimmered golden and fragrant, evidently a palace treasure.

"You two have come from afar, and on behalf of the entire Dragon Palace, I extend a warm welcome," the Wind Grasshopper raised a toast to both of them, a sincere smile on his face. He continued, "I know you have many questions, but rest assured, I will answer them all. However, before I do, I would like to hear your story first."

Luo Chen and Ouyang Qian exchanged smiles and began recounting their experiences, from their meeting and acquaintance to enduring various challenges together, and now their journey into the Profound Virtue Grotto Heaven seeking truth. Although their story was full of twists and turns, it was also brimming with genuine emotion and firm belief. The Wind Grasshopper listened intently, nodding frequently in admiration.

As the story deepened, the atmosphere in the hall became more harmonious. The Wind Grasshopper gradually let down his guard and started sharing the secrets of the Dragon Palace and his past with the Dragon Girl. As it turned out, the Dragon Girl wasn’t truly a descendant of the Dragon Race but a well-practiced fairy. She met the Wind Grasshopper by chance during an accident, and they formed a deep bond. However, fate interfered, and they couldn’t end up together. To commemorate this affection, the Dragon Girl built the Dragon Palace under Longquan and set a demon-repelling barrier to protect this pure land.

Upon hearing this, Luo Chen and Ouyang Qian were filled with a myriad of emotions. They were moved by the love story of the Wind Grasshopper and the Dragon Girl and held deep respect for the protected pure land. At the same time, some of their doubts were partially answered. As it turned out, Da Kuo was not the Immortal Realm but another world connected with the Profound Virtue Grotto Heaven. They were mistaken for Upper Immortals from the Immortal Realm due to the unique aura they emitted, which was similar to that of immortals.

As night deepened, the lights in the hall grew brighter. The Wind Grasshopper, Luo Chen, and Ouyang Qian sat together, enthusiastically discussing their respective experiences and insights. Their laughter and voices intertwined, creating a beautiful symphony. In this enchanting Dragon Palace, they forged a deep friendship and embarked on a new adventure.

Above the pool, turbid waves rolled, while underwater it was clear and transparent, like a mysterious world. Luo Chen was enveloped tightly by a dark wind, yet he felt he could breathe easily, with no impediment. He widened his eyes, curiously observing everything around him.

As they delved deeper into the pool, Luo Chen was astonished to discover that the once empty waters were now teeming with numerous fish converging from all directions. These schools of fish seemed to be participating in a grand migration. Clearly, the pool was connected to several rivers, which attracted such a multitude of fish.

Among the many schools of fish, a particular group caught Luo Chen’s attention. These fish were entirely red, with large heads and unusually short tails, roughly resembling big lanterns. Not only that, but these fish also emitted a fiery red glow, illuminating the surrounding water with bright clarity, creating a dreamlike scene.

"These fish are called Lantern Fish, brought here by my father from another grotto heaven." A young voice suddenly sounded in Luo Chen’s ear. He turned to see that the Wind Tiger had somehow arrived beside him. The Wind Tiger walked on the pool bottom, with water waves naturally parting on both sides, as if he was walking on solid ground. This scene left Luo Chen envious, marveling at the Wind Tiger’s cultivation and divine abilities.

However, at this moment, Ouyang Qian seemed somewhat displeased. She glanced at the Wind Tiger and asked, "Hey, why are you still wearing a mask?" Her tone carried a hint of provocation and curiosity. However, the Wind Tiger seemed to not hear her, quietly looking ahead, ignoring her.

Seeing this, Ouyang Qian turned her head away in anger, giving a light snort of discontent. Luo Chen watched this unfold, finding it amusing. He hadn’t expected that Ouyang Qian, who usually had Li Xiaoguan obediently following orders and could leave Wuhua and Zhao Shanhe speechless, would encounter someone she couldn’t handle. Yet, despite his amusement, he naturally couldn’t stand by idly.

So, Luo Chen nodded and asked the Wind Tiger, "Wind Tiger, why do you wear a mask?" His tone was calm and sincere, as if asking an ordinary question. Upon hearing this, the Wind Tiger turned slightly, his eyes briefly displaying a complex look. He remained silent for a moment before finally explaining, "I wear a mask because I don’t want anyone to recognize me."

"Oh? Why is that?" Luo Chen curiously asked further. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

The Wind Tiger sighed lightly and said, "I come from a special tribe that has its own beliefs and rules. When traveling outside, we must conceal our identities to avoid bringing unnecessary trouble to the tribe." As he spoke, his eyes revealed a mix of determination and helplessness.

Luo Chen listened quietly, able to understand the Wind Tiger’s dilemma.