Ding Fan’s eyes narrowed, a wave of overwhelmingly oppressive force burst forth from Ding Fan’s body, and as this wave surged from his body, a blinding light flickered across the formation imprisoning the true inner core.

As this light erupted, a mysterious power also surged from the formation, unleashing with such intensity that it fiercely impacted the inner core of the Blazing Flame Serpent.

When this power struck the serpent’s inner core, the fiery glow on the inner core dimmed, and excitement flashed in Ding Fan’s eyes.

As the glow on the inner core gradually dimmed, the momentum of the Blazing Flame Serpent’s body also weakened, its once colossal body now curling up.

A sharp gleam emerged in Ding Fan’s eyes as he moved towards the Blazing Flame Serpent.

Every eye was filled with astonishment, with attention wholly focused on the serpent’s body. After a brief contemplation, a shocked voice resounded from the crowd.

"Has Brother Ding really subdued the Blazing Flame Serpent like this? Who would’ve thought that inner core held such importance to the serpent; Brother Ding only needed to control the inner core to control the serpent."

"That serpent’s inner core must contain endless power. If one could absorb all the power from this inner core, surely their cultivation would advance further!"

While the crowd was secretly shocked, Zhuge Qing, standing to the side, spoke towards Ding Fan:

"Brother Ding, be sure to keep this serpent’s inner core; it might be of great use in the future!"

Upon hearing Zhuge Qing’s words, Ding Fan nodded at him.

After a brief contemplation, a sharp glow flashed in Ding Fan’s eyes, as he appeared above the serpent’s body, stomping down harshly as a rampant force erupted from his foot.

With this terrifying force unleashed, the serpent’s massive body slammed into the ground, trembling slightly upon the earth’s surface.

Ding Fan’s eyes flickered as a calm voice emanated from his mouth.

"What treasures lie beyond this magma?"

Upon hearing Ding Fan’s words, astonishment filled everyone’s eyes, and they shook their heads slightly at Ding Fan.

But as everyone secretly shook their heads, they noticed Ding Fan gazing directly into the serpent’s eyes, a look of inquiry within his gaze.

A look of surprise filled everyone’s eyes, with a stunned voice emerging from their mouths.

"Brother Ding, are you now asking the Blazing Flame Serpent?"

Upon hearing the crowd’s surprised voices, Ding Fan furrowed his brows slightly, contemplated briefly, and spoke to those around him:

"Indeed, given the serpent’s current power, understanding my words shouldn’t be difficult..."

Upon hearing Ding Fan’s words, the serpent’s eyes filled with surprise, and its massive body began to twist wildly.

A cold gleam emerged in Ding Fan’s eyes, his gaze sharp, as a voice filled with pressure roared from his mouth.

"Is it still trying to struggle at this point?!"

Upon hearing Ding Fan’s words, the serpent’s usually massive body froze, releasing a sense of desolation, its body slightly curling, and its cold eyes gazed at Ding Fan.

Seeing the serpent’s eyes, Ding Fan’s heart twitched slightly, contemplating briefly before a calm voice emanated from him.

"What treasure hides beyond this magma..."

Upon hearing Ding Fan’s voice, a struggling look flashed in the serpent’s eyes, hesitated slightly, and nodded towards Ding Fan, its massive body leaping into the surging magma. 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

Every eye around was filled with horror, mouths agape, speaking to Ding Fan in panic:

"Not good, Brother Ding, the serpent has escaped!"

Upon hearing the crowd’s words, Ding Fan’s eyes slowly narrowed, standing unmoving at his spot.

"I doubt it dares to escape..."

A calm voice issued from Ding Fan, and upon finishing his words, scorching flames rolled forth from the magma, revealing the serpent within everyone’s sight.

Upon seeing the serpent appear, a collective sigh of relief washed over them, but Ding Fan’s mouth tightened as he stared intensely at the serpent’s mouth, filled with shock.

"What kind of treasure is this, carrying such terrifying pressure even while covered by the serpent?"

As Ding Fan pondered this, the serpent’s mouth opened wide, revealing a fiery red bead within.

Upon its appearance, the temperature in the entire tunnel dropped, and despite the scalding magma, Ding Fan and others felt no heat.

Every eye was filled with astonishment, focusing intently on the fiery red bead.

"What kind of bead is this, causing the temperature to drop upon its appearance? The seething magma seems devoid of heat!"

"This is simply terrifying. Who would’ve thought such a mysterious bead existed in the magma, controlling temperature naturally beyond ordinary means..."

As everyone pondered in shock, Zhuge Qing’s eyes filled with astonishment, his voice echoing with surprise.

"This... this is the Yin Yang Red Fire Bead?!"

Upon hearing Zhuge Qing’s words, Ding Fan’s brows raised slightly, a surprised glint in his eyes as he questioned Zhuge Qing:

"Brother Zhuge, do you recognize this bead?"

Still fraught with astonishment, Zhuge Qing’s eyes flickered slightly upon hearing Ding Fan’s question, speaking to him:

"Indeed, the bead within the serpent’s mouth is the legendary Yin Yang Red Fire Bead. Such beads are said to appear only in extreme conditions, allowing the holder to manipulate and resist any harsh temperatures, withstanding whatever terrifying environments come across!"

Upon hearing Zhuge Qing’s words, Ding Fan remarked to him incredulously:

"Considering this, doesn’t this mean I can freely traverse the magma river with this bead?!"

Upon hearing Ding Fan’s words, Zhuge Qing’s eyes narrowed slightly, nodding at him.

Witnessing Zhuge Qing’s response, joy filled Ding Fan’s eyes, a blazing light bursting forth from them.

"No wonder this serpent was reluctant to leave, it was because of such a treasure; surely it’s inner core formation is linked to the Yin Yang Red Fire Bead..."

Upon hearing Ding Fan’s words, Zhuge Qing’s eyes flickered slightly, nodding at him.

The serpent’s eye showed pained emotions as it opened its mouth, while Ding Fan’s lips curved slightly as he gently grasped, retrieving the Yin Yang Red Fire Bead in his palm.

Holding the bead in his palm, a gentle heat emanated from it, surprising Ding Fan as he absorbed the sensation.

Ding Fan’s gaze shifted as a rampaging force erupted from his body, marking his soul imprint upon the Yin Yang Red Fire Bead.

Instantly, Ding Fan became inexplicably linked with the bead.

As Ding Fan gazed at the bead in his palm, excitement filled his eyes, while greed filled the gaze of the two divine warriors nearby, their intent focused on Ding Fan’s bead despite his overpowering strength, a sly gleam crossing their eyes.