The day had finally come.
A huge crowd gathered outside the ancient inheritance site. Powerful sects, famous clans, and elite disciples from all over the land were present. Everyone had come hoping to obtain the legendary inheritance of the Fighting Emperor—a powerful figure from ancient times.
The gate to the inheritance site stood tall like a mountain, covered in ancient symbols and glowing light. When it finally opened, a strong voice echoed across the area:
"Only those under the age of 25 may enter!"
The disciples immediately rushed forward. One by one, they stepped through the glowing gate, vanishing into the ancient realm beyond.
Shen Tian, full of confidence, walked in with a calm smile. He knew he had the key, and with it, he believed he was destined to become the next supreme cultivator.
Not far behind him, Lin Xian also stepped through the gate, followed by Lin Yuer and Shen Yue. Once inside, the three appeared in a vast land filled with mountains, ancient ruins, and hidden dangers.
Lin Xian looked at the two girls seriously. "You both have your own destinies. As Daughters of Destiny, you will attract powerful inheritances from other ancient beings. For now, we should split up."
Lin Yuer and Shen Yue nodded, trusting his words. They each went in different directions to search for their own opportunities.
Meanwhile, Lin Xian followed Shen Tian from a distance. Hidden in the shadows, he watched quietly as Shen Tian began facing the inheritance trials.
The first trial tested strength. Shen Tian passed it easily.
The second trial tested the soul. Shen Tian gritted his teeth but passed.
The third trial tested fate and luck. Shen Tian used his Destiny Key and got through.
According to the System, it would take Shen Tian four days to reach the final inheritance chamber inside the Fighting Emperor's Dome.
"Good," Lin Xian whispered to himself. "I still have time to explore and grow stronger."
He turned away and went in search of other chances inside the ancient site. During his journey, he found hidden treasures, cultivation materials, and old formations. But after a day, he suddenly paused.
Shen Yue's life force is weakening!
The System's warning echoed in his mind.
Without wasting time, Lin Xian rushed in the direction where Shen Yue was. After a long dash through a deadly forest, he arrived and saw a terrifying scene.
A huge beast at the Core Formation Stage was attacking Shen Yue.
Shen Yue was injured, blood on her arm, and her sword trembling in her hand. Her face was pale, but she stood bravely.
"Don't touch her!" Lin Xian roared and jumped into the fight.
The battle was intense, but with his skill and power, Lin Xian finally killed the monster. Shen Yue collapsed in his arms, exhausted and relieved.
"You came…" she whispered weakly.
"I promised I would protect you," he replied, gently helping her stand.
But there was no time to rest.
The System spoke again: "Shen Tian is about to reach the Inheritance Chamber."
Lin Xian's eyes turned cold. "Then it's time."
He picked up Shen Yue and began rushing toward the heart of the inheritance site.
On the way, they met Lin Yuer. She had also heard the disturbance and was heading in the same direction.
All three of them joined together once again, this time with a single goal:
To stop Shen Tian.
As they ran through ancient ruins and deadly formations, Lin Xian made his plan. He didn't care about taking the inheritance before Shen Tian anymore.
He would let Shen Tian get it...
And then steal everything.