Chapter 397 Undying Blood, I, Galos, Seem Invincible
The Red Iron Dragon was deeply moved by the powerful evolution of its wings.
He soared freely beneath the vast sky, his wings cutting through the biting wind as he attempted various challenging flight maneuvers.
He would sometimes climb rapidly, and sometimes swoop and circle. His brand-new dragon wings shimmered with a crimson light. As he flew at high speed, they sometimes resembled clouds hanging from the sky, and sometimes a long cloak swaying behind him.
After a dozen or so minutes of exhilarating flight.
Red Iron Dragon gradually calmed down and hovered steadily in mid-air, gaining a clearer understanding of its wings.
The transformation of his dragon wings was earth-shattering. Although he was already quite proficient in using them, he was far from being able to control them at will and had not yet developed them to their limit. However, he was confident that with his training methods, it would not be long before he would be able to completely master and control these wings.
Then, Garus turned his gaze to the dragon scales covering his entire body.
What comes into view is a dense scale armor with a deep black base and a hard, cold sheen like obsidian.
On the scales, battle-hardened patterns, resembling both forked lightning and ancient tree rings, crisscrossed, interspersed with numerous crimson lines that looked like flowing lava, far more than before.
With just a glance, a fierce aura, a mixture of killing intent and majesty, swept over you.
"My original cold-burst scale structure has disappeared, and the scale armor has changed from a double-layer composite to a single layer that is completely integrated."
"To be more precise, this newly formed single-layered dragon scale has already integrated with and surpassed all the effects of the old Cold Explosion Scale, so that slightly redundant structure has been eliminated."
He understood.
Thanks to his natural ability to adapt, his physical structure is never fixed.
Those physical structures that gradually become outdated and no longer optimal as his strength grows will naturally be eliminated, or rather, reconstructed and transformed, ultimately shaped into a form that better suits his current state.
Compared to the reshaped dragon wings, the evolution of the scales does not seem as revolutionary.
The most significant change is the simplification of the number of layers. The camouflage layer used for disguise has been removed, fully revealing Galos's more ferocious and powerful true form.
As for its defensive and functional effects, it has been enhanced in all aspects.
Not to mention the already ridiculously high elemental resistances and physical defenses.
Just moments ago, it was flying at high speed and experiencing intense friction with the air.
Galos has discovered that all the crimson patterns on his scales have lit up, greedily absorbing and storing the heat generated by friction, and continuously transferring it to the energy core within his body, the Dragon Jade.
Moreover, this brand-new single-layer scale armor is not as fragile and brittle as the Cold Explosion Scale.
This means that he can continuously absorb and store thermal energy, no longer having to be as careful as before when the Cold Scales were damaged and he could no longer store energy, forcing him to be cautious when using Destructive Breath or activating Crimson Lotus state.
"From now on, there will be no need to worry about a shortage of thermal energy."
"I can now unleash my Destructive Dragon Breath and the Crimson Lotus Form, which consume a great deal of energy, more freely."
This physical enhancement brought a slight joy to Galos.
Since mastering the Crimson Lotus Form, he has become hesitant to use the immense destructive dragon breath, lest it deplete his thermal energy and prevent him from unleashing the power of the Crimson Lotus at crucial moments.
This constraint no longer exists.
However, the Crimson Lotus form is still difficult to activate during the second life.
The root cause is that after the Dragon Jade is used, it enters a cooling or dormant state for a period of time, during which it cannot store energy.
Moreover, the so-called thermal energy is essentially a kind of energy that has been deeply transformed by the dragon jade, only its external manifestation is similar to thermal energy.
In addition, the evolution of scales has also brought a little 'inconvenience'.
It fully revealed the battle-hardened markings on Garos's body, symbolizing countless battles and honors, exposing his true nature and making him appear too fierce and powerful, thus losing the possibility of using camouflage to deceive and feign weakness to lull the enemy into a false sense of security.
In the past, when other dragons saw him, they might have only thought that he had a special physique and was not easy to mess with, but they didn't necessarily feel a lot of awe for him.
But now, if I see them, I will definitely try to stay far away and keep my distance.
His body was covered in battle-hardened markings, so dense that they were comparable to those of some ancient dragons.
This posture destined him to be in the spotlight, making it difficult for him to hide.
"These are the general effects of the evolution of scales and dragon wings."
"There may be some other hidden effects that need to be explored and developed in more detail in the future."
With this thought in mind, Garos turned his attention to the dragon blood surging within his body.
This is the most important part of his evolution.
Aside from being able to clearly feel its unprecedented heat and vigor, like a surging river of magma, Garros is still unclear about the specific and powerful new effects that this dragon blood has brought.
The extent to which they have adapted to the epilepsy also needs further investigation.
"Let's conduct a more detailed examination later. The most urgent task is to replenish the enormous energy consumed during the period of slumber."
As his mind gradually calmed down, a strong feeling of hunger suddenly surged up like a tidal wave, making Galos feel as if he could swallow an entire mountain.
This body is far from being restored to its peak condition and urgently needs a large amount of food to replenish it.
Without further hesitation, Garus abruptly retracted its giant wings, tore through the heavy snow and wind, and swooped down towards Dragon Valley.
call--!
Just before it was about to hit the ground, its wings suddenly spread out, bringing its descent to an abrupt halt. The massive dragon body landed steadily in the valley, without even stirring up much dust.
The servants, who had already received the orders from the Crimson Silver Dragon, immediately sprang into action.
They flowed in an endless stream, offering mountains of various kinds of meat, the black oil that Garros preferred, gems that shimmered with alluring luster, and precious metals imbued with magic, to their Iron King.
Galos immediately began to devour the food with great gusto.
Time passed slowly, and he swallowed a huge amount of food. Even when the amount he had eaten was almost equal to his own weight, Galos still did not feel any bloating, and he even had very little desire to excrete waste.
It is evident that his stomach and related digestive system have also undergone some degree of adaptive reinforcement.
Several more hours passed before Galus's eating speed gradually slowed down.
The parts of his body that had been slightly shriveled and not full due to his slumber had now become plump and strong again, and the luster of his scales had become even deeper and more restrained. The life force he exuded was vigorous and full, reaching a new peak.
At this moment, several giant dragons that had been quietly watching from a distance slowly gathered around.
"Garos, you look even more majestic than before."
White Dragon Therese spoke first, her tone filled with admiration.
"Your scales have become a single layer? But they do look better and are more durable."
"Crimson Silver Dragon said, carefully examining his obsidian-like dragon scale armor with dark red patterns.
"Look at your dragon wings! They have so many intricate patterns on them, all reddish, and the structure looks like it's changed a lot! Let me touch them!"
The fairy dragon Vera curiously approached, attempting to touch the Wings of Garus with her claws.
"…………"
White Dragon Therese, Crimson Silver Dragon Deborah, and Fairy Dragon Vera—the three dragons circled around Red Iron Dragon Garos, evaluating him while carefully observing every obvious change in his body.
They were already well aware of Galus's uniqueness.
Therefore, the new form he displayed after waking up this time did not shock them as they did when they first saw him; instead, they appreciated it as a matter of course.
Soon after, they all agreed that Galos was now even more domineering than before.
The dragon's body, brimming with explosive power, seemed to be a perfect combination of strength and beauty.
Whether high in the sky or standing on the earth, wherever Galus is, he almost instantly becomes the undisputed focus, attracting all eyes to him.
Meanwhile, Galos was also observing his companions.
White Dragon Therese has become noticeably stronger, with a significant increase in size.
Although she still cannot compare with red dragons of the same age, she has definitely surpassed ordinary blue dragons. Moreover, the cold aura surrounding her is more refined and pure, and her magical skills have also improved.
As always, the fairy dragon Vera's petite figure made it difficult to see any obvious changes.
Perhaps there are some, but her petite size makes any subtle enhancements seem insignificant.
The one that changed the most was Deborah, the Crimson Silver Dragon.
Upon reaching full adulthood, her body became even more slender and well-proportioned, with smooth, undulating lines on her back. Her overall curves exuded a harmonious beauty that combined elegance and strength. Silver and honey-colored scales were arranged in an orderly fashion on her body, weaving together to create a dazzling and mesmerizing luster.
The elegance and beauty of the silver dragon and the agility and nimbleness of the bronze dragon are perfectly blended in her.
In terms of beauty alone, the Crimson Silver Dragon was second to none among the female dragons that Garros knew.
Somewhat repressed from years of slumber, Garus stared intently at her, his gaze so intense it seemed to ignite the air, making the fine scales on the Crimson Silver Dragon's cheeks begin to burn slightly.
She turned her head slightly to avoid Hong Tielong's direct gaze.
Seeing this, Galos smiled, then looked away and asked, "During my slumber, did the tribe encounter any major dangers or troublesome problems? Is there anything that requires my immediate attention?"
The dragons exchanged glances and shook their heads.
"During the years you were asleep, some turmoil did occur, but they were all eventually resolved."
“Golden Dragon Natasha, Alberto after his awakening, and several lords—they are more than capable of handling the vast majority of crises.”
"Overall, the tribe's development in recent years has been quite stable."
They gave a brief report on the situation.
Galos thought to himself that if he were to awaken from his slumber at the tribe’s most perilous moment, and then descend from the heavens as an invincible king, annihilating the powerful enemy in the spotlight, it would undoubtedly bring him a great sense of inner satisfaction.
However, the probability of such a dramatic coincidence is extremely low.
He had been asleep for quite some time. If the crisis happened at the exact moment he awoke, and it was a desperate situation that only he could resolve, it would be too much of a coincidence. It might even make him suspect that there was some kind of conspiracy against him behind it all.
"How long have I been asleep this time?"
Galos asked another question.
After a moment's thought, Deborah, the Crimson Silver Dragon, answered accurately: "According to the new calendar used on the continent, it is now the year 318. Your slumber has lasted for a total of twenty-nine years."
This is about nine years longer than the usual dormancy period of a young dragon.
Galos was not surprised by this, as each of his slumbers seemed to last longer than that of his peers.
During this period, he was not simply increasing his life level, but also undergoing adaptive evolution, so it is normal that it took more time.
"So, I am now ninety-eight years old, and I am two years away from officially becoming an adult dragon."
Galos pondered to himself.
Stuck at this delicate age, is this the pinnacle of youth? Or just a half-step into adulthood?
He made a self-deprecating remark to himself, not without a touch of humor.
After exchanging a few more words about their recent situations, Galos said, "Later, you can tell me in detail about the important events that happened during my slumber."
"Now I need to concentrate and thoroughly understand all the changes happening inside my body."
Upon hearing this, the dragons nodded in understanding and then slowly dispersed, giving Garus a spacious and quiet area to explore on his own.
Before leaving, the Crimson Silver Dragon gazed at him deeply a few more times, its eyes shimmering with a turbulent light, like a deep pool of autumn water.
Her long, graceful dragon tail swayed gently unconsciously, as if she were pondering something, but in the end, she didn't say it aloud. Her cheeks just flushed again, and then she quickly disappeared into the distance.
Galos arrived at his designated area and began to immerse himself in studying his own transformation.
First, he noticed that the rage within him had subsided considerably, no longer as active as before he fell asleep, and no longer constantly fueling his anger.
However, Galus had a clear intuition.
As long as you are fully focused, you can still actively revitalize it.
He did not try it immediately.
Before that, he wanted to understand the changes in his own blood.
call--!
He took a deep breath, and his muscles tensed and swelled instantly, putting him into a state of heightened arousal that caused the flow of dragon blood within his body to accelerate dramatically.
As his blood circulation accelerated, Galos clearly felt his blood becoming increasingly hot, as if it were about to burst into flames at any moment. The feeling was similar to the prelude to activating the Crimson Lotus state, yet there was a fundamental difference between them.
The blood is only infinitely close to the critical point of combustion, but it always falls short of that final step and can never truly ignite.
He went from a state of high excitement to a state of explosive bloodlust, but the situation remained the same.
His blood was in a delicate state, poised to ignite but not quite, a feeling of stagnation and restlessness that brought about a sense of physiological stagnation.
The previously dormant madness quietly regained its activity, causing a few streaks of blood to appear in Galos's eyes.
However, unlike before, although the feeling of irritability still existed, he seemed to have a detached "third perspective," and his mindset remained calm and clear. He did not lose his rationality due to the physical discomfort and the influence of the mania.
In this state, the raging fire that had just become active quickly subsided again.
Garus pondered for a moment, then raised one of his dragon claws covered with hard scales.
With a teeth-grinding, ear-piercing sound like metal being forcibly torn apart, he used his sharp claws to slice open the scales on his arm inch by inch, until he cut through the flesh beneath.
Scalding hot dragon blood immediately gushed from the wound.
However, the moment the blood left the body and was exposed to the air, a strange change occurred.
The dragon blood did not drip down or flow along the patterns on the dragon armor like ordinary liquids; instead, it burst into flames instantly! It transformed into clusters of pulsating, dark red to black flames that swirled around and adhered to his torn arm armor, rising fiercely.
Essentially, it is a thick dragon aura.
"My blood... after leaving my body, directly transformed into dragon energy? And in such a condensed form of flame?"
Looking down at the black and red flames burning quietly on his arm armor, Garros was slightly taken aback.
The next moment, he quickly came to his senses, countless thoughts flashing through his mind, his thoughts becoming incredibly active.
After several attempts and verifications, Galus confirmed this fact.
Once his blood leaves his body, it will not be wasted; instead, it will undergo a qualitative change, burning and transforming into a high concentration of dragon energy, manifesting as flames.
What excited him even more was...
When he tried to reabsorb the dragon energy that had left his body, it returned without any hindrance and quickly solidified and transformed back into the surging, hot dragon blood, which then flowed into his bloodstream.
The whole process forms a cycle.
Blood transforms into dragon energy, and dragon energy can then reverse back into blood.
Life goes on endlessly, in a continuous cycle.
The losses are negligible.
"Blood can be transformed into dragon energy, and dragon energy can be transformed back into blood."
"This is like a transformation between blood and blue?"
"I think I'm actually invincible."
"No, it's not just a feeling... As long as the legends are gone, I, Galos, am invincible! In fact, I might not be without a fighting chance against ordinary legends!"
"Now who can defeat me? Who can truly kill me?!"
A gleam of light flashed in Hong Tielong's eyes, and an unprecedented sense of confidence and pride filled his heart, causing his mentality to inevitably become somewhat inflated.
This only lasted for a moment.
"Stay calm, you must stay calm, you absolutely cannot get carried away!"
After taking a deep breath, his strong willpower allowed him to regain his composure.
However, to be fair, Garos really couldn't imagine who could truly threaten or defeat him at this moment, below the legendary level.
Even he himself couldn't do it.
He wasn't confident he could defeat someone who was exactly the same as himself.
Speed, strength, and attack power—these powerful attributes are all a level below his current survival skills.
(End of this chapter)
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