Of course, while the Death Dagger's function is incredibly powerful, it also has its drawbacks, namely that it may not be able to stab the opponent.

Under normal circumstances, it would be very difficult for him to even stab Chen Xuan, let alone this red dragon whose cultivation far surpasses Chen Xuan's.

So he had no choice but to trade his injuries for the wounds, taking the opportunity to stab the red dragon.

His body had been tempered several times by the Primordial Chaos Sutra, and his recovery ability was astonishing. Even if he was stabbed by the red dragon, he felt that he might not die.

However, he did not expect that the jade pendant that Shang Liuyu had given him would activate.

Thinking back to what Shang Liuyu had told him, he felt a chill run down his spine. Clearly, the jade pendant had determined that the red dragon's attack was enough to take his life instantly, which was why it had blocked it for him.

At this moment, his mind was filled with Mi Li's furious roar: "Do you know that you almost died just now? If it weren't for this magical treasure you have, I would have been buried with you..."

Anger from Mi Li: +444 +444 +444...

She was clearly really angry.

"Isn't he still alive..." Zu An's confidence wasn't very high either.

Mi Li's soul form had already appeared, staring at him with a stern expression.

Zu An chuckled sheepishly, "Empress, please don't be angry. I was indeed a bit rash this time, but I definitely won't do it again next time."

"There's going to be a next time? How many lives do you have to play like this? Do you still have that kind of magical artifact that can block fatal attacks?" Mi Li sneered.

Zuan said weakly, "No, that's all."

At the same time, he secretly marveled at how magical the jade pendant Shang Liuyu had given him was, able to withstand the dragon's earth-shattering attack.

"Where did you get this?" Mi Li asked curiously.

“It was a gift from a friend,” Zu An briefly explained Shang Liuyu’s situation.

"I'll ask her for a few more pieces next time I have the chance," Mi Li said in a matter-of-fact tone.

Zuan: "???"

"It's too embarrassing to ask someone for more than what's so precious."

The Empress's skin is just too thick.

"The word 'embarrassment' is in your dictionary?" Mi Li snorted. "If you really feel embarrassed, then just make her your woman and then ask her for it. Anyway, I've seen you're quite the womanizer lately."

Zuan: "..."

Your Majesty, what you said makes so much sense; I am speechless.

At this moment, Mi Li spoke up again: "Quickly go and collect the red dragon's inner core; it's a valuable item."

As Zuan walked towards the red dragon, he asked curiously, "Does this world have inner cores?"

Last time he went to deal with the Fierce Jackal, he thought there would be inner cores or demonic cores like those described in novels, but unfortunately there was nothing.

As if sensing his doubts, Mi Li explained, "There are naturally no low-grade ferocious beasts, but there are definitely dragons, and this dragon's strength is already at the grandmaster level."

"Grandmaster?" Zuan clicked his tongue in amazement. This was probably the first Grandmaster-level person he had ever encountered. He wondered what level Mi Li was at her peak.

Mi Li said, "As we all know, the combat power of ferocious beasts of the same level is often greater than that of humans. So don't underestimate it just because it is only a Grandmaster. Even if several Grandmasters of humans came together, they might not be able to defeat it. I never expected that you would trick it to death."

Zuan's eyes lit up: "Wouldn't that mean I could go out and brag that I've instantly killed a Grandmaster-level expert... wait, I mean, according to what you said, equivalent to a Great Grandmaster, then all the others are just trash!"

"Look at your ambition," Mi Li rolled her eyes at him, "I advise you not to take it. First, people won't believe you and will think you're crazy; second, if they do believe you, it will cause even more trouble and bring endless disasters."

"Can't I even have a word to say?" Zuan said sullenly, and in the meantime, he had already taken out an inner core from the red dragon's head as instructed.

The dragon's body was originally incredibly strong, and even in death it was not something that ordinary swords could break through. Fortunately, he had the Death Dagger in his hand, which was truly a divine weapon for breaking through defenses.

The entire inner core is rose-red in color and faintly exudes a warm, gentle heat.

"A Grandmaster-level inner core is extremely rare and priceless," Mi Li exclaimed.

Whether used to assist the cultivation of fire element awakeners, or to forge weapons and medicines, it is the best of the best.

Mi Li glanced at the dragon corpse beside her: "Moreover, the dragon is a treasure from head to toe, but it's a pity that it's too big to be moved. It would be great if there were a spatial ring or something like that."

However, she quickly shook her head. Even if it were a spatial ring, how could it be that big?

Just then, a seductive moan came from not far away. Zu An slapped his forehead: "Oh dear, I almost forgot about her."

It seems the poison Zheng Dan was given has fully taken effect, and it's uncertain whether her body can withstand any further delay.

He rushed over and helped her up. At this moment, Zheng Dan's skin was as red as a boiled shrimp. He quickly channeled a stream of cold energy into her body.

Zheng Dan finally regained some clarity and, seeing Zu An's state, hurriedly pushed him away, saying, "Don't touch me!"

Zuan: "..."

Miss, you're kicking me away too fast!

"Azu is dead, and I don't want to live anymore." Zheng Dan revealed a sad expression and directly slapped his head.

Zu An was startled and hurriedly went to stop him: "What's wrong with you? I'm perfectly fine here. Are you delirious from the fever?"

Zheng Dan glared at him hatefully: "You evil dragon, don't think I don't know that after you killed Azu, you deliberately disguised yourself as him, thinking that I would submit to you!"

Zuan: "???"