Chapter 646: I Treat You as Normal People, But You Treat Me Like a Fool

Longshen reminisced about the past. He, the Dragon God, was once a prominent figure, a force to be reckoned with in the starry sky.

But now…

He felt like a mere attendant, constantly trailing behind Lin Fan.

This once invincible powerhouse had become a shadow of his former self, much like the one-eyed man. If the one-eyed man knew, he would probably pat Longshen on the shoulder and say with heartfelt sincerity, "Welcome to the club. You're not alone."

"I'll take you inside," Lin Fan said.

The moment they stepped inside, the powerful beings within the forbidden zone erupted in a frenzy. Their transmitted voices resonated throughout the area.

"What? They actually went in?"

"That's the death zone within the forbidden zone! Anyone who enters dies!"

"That one… seems to still be inside."

"Chilling."

They couldn't believe that anyone dared to enter. The corrosive substance within seemed to have no effect on them, leaving the forbidden zone's inhabitants shocked and bewildered.

Living within the forbidden zone, they knew many areas held terrifying dangers, places even they dared not tread. According to the powerful beings residing there, the forbidden zone's origins were shrouded in mystery. It seemed to have existed for eons, a terrifying place created by a terrifying individual.

There were many theories, but no one knew the truth. These powerful beings were born from the forbidden zone, imbued with its inherent power, yet also bound by its restrictions.

Lin Fan surveyed the surroundings and commented to Longshen, "It's a bit oppressive."

Longshen stared at him, dumbfounded.

Oppressive? He considered the environment utterly terrifying, shaking his very core. As a powerhouse of the starry sky, he had witnessed countless dangerous places and great horrors, but this place was on a different level entirely.

The pitch-black space was occasionally pierced by flashes of light, each seemingly imbued with destructive power, promising instant death upon contact.

"Hoo!"

"Hoo!"

A muffled sound echoed from the surroundings, like the breathing of some monstrous creature. The heavy sound pounded against their hearts.

"Do you hear that?" Longshen asked.

"Yes," Lin Fan replied.

Old Zhang clutched Lin Fan's arm. "I'm a little scared."

"Don't be afraid. I'm here," Lin Fan reassured him.

"I'm afraid of the dark," Old Zhang confessed.

Lin Fan nodded thoughtfully. He had mastered the elements, and although they might not exist here, the essence of power was universal.

He slowly raised his hand. Countless points of light gathered in his palm. With a gentle wave, they scattered like shooting stars, illuminating the dark passage.

"Old Zhang, aren't you scared anymore?" Lin Fan asked.

Old Zhang clapped his hands excitedly. "No, I'm not scared at all!"

Seeing the smile on Old Zhang's face filled Lin Fan with joy. He wanted Old Zhang to remain this happy. Even after finding his daughter, he would ensure Old Zhang didn't feel left out. Everyone would feel his love equally.

Longshen was stunned by Lin Fan's ability. Such power was beyond him. He could easily manipulate ordinary spaces, but this was the dangerous heart of the forbidden zone. The terrifying entities here shouldn't allow such manipulation.

Just how strong was Lin Fan?

Longshen had fought Lin Fan before. He admitted Lin Fan was slightly stronger, but now, the difference seemed much greater.

Suddenly, Longshen frowned. A terrifying pressure descended, weighing heavily on him.

So strong!

He then saw a gigantic figure approaching in the distance, a colossal form seemingly piercing the sky, shrouded in mist, radiating an overwhelming sense of oppression.

"This is…" Longshen retreated, his expression grave.

The Evil Chicken trembled, tucking its wings and hiding behind Lin Fan, its expression filled with terror and an indescribable fear. Bloodline mattered most to him, and the suppression he felt was profound. It wasn't that he was afraid, but the pressure emanating from the figure deeply suppressed his soul.

Of course, with Lin Fan as his backing, the Evil Chicken felt no true fear. Even under this suppression, he could proudly hold his head high and point at the figure, almost boasting, "You carry the same blood as I. Perhaps you are a distant relative."

"Lin Fan…" Longshen muttered.

"Hmm?" Lin Fan looked at him, puzzled by his sudden tension. Was it the approaching figure's pressure?

If so, there was no need to worry.

"He's coming," Longshen said.

"I see," Lin Fan replied.

"No thoughts?" As the figure drew closer, the pressure intensified, making it hard for Longshen to breathe. The forbidden zone was truly terrifying, beyond his comprehension.

Lin Fan said, "No thoughts. He's coming from afar, and he hasn't shown any hostility. Let's see what he wants."

The surrounding space trembled as the figure approached, cracking like a mirror. Soon, the figure stood before them, a mountain-like being they had to crane their necks to see.

"Hello," Lin Fan greeted, waving amicably.

He knew this giant was powerful, stronger than Longshen. No wonder Longshen was so afraid.

The giant, shrouded in mist, only revealed two enormous eyes that glowed with an eerie light. It didn't respond to Lin Fan's greeting, simply observing him silently.

Anyone facing this situation would feel immense pressure, the weight of a higher-dimensional being. Only Lin Fan seemed unfazed.

Old Zhang tugged at Lin Fan's clothes. "Lin Fan, can he not speak?"

Lin Fan pondered. "Hmm, that's a possibility. How pitiful. We need to show him some care."

"I know," Old Zhang said, his kind heart reaching out to the giant. He didn't want to say anything that might hurt the giant's feelings.

Unbeknownst to them, the giant's mind was in turmoil.

"Damn it, who are these guys?"

"They've changed the rules here."

As the guardian and enforcer of this place, his mission was to block all intruders. Anyone entering should be subjected to immense pressure.

"Lin Fan, I'll communicate with him," Old Zhang offered.

"Do you know how?" Lin Fan asked, surprised.

Old Zhang smiled confidently. "I've been dabbling in this area recently."

"Really?" Lin Fan was amazed. Old Zhang was truly a man of many talents, sharing his love for learning new things.

"Yes, I feel like my time to shine has finally come," Old Zhang said excitedly.

Longshen watched the scene unfold, feeling like a spectator at a bizarre play. Their conversation seemed utterly nonsensical, beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

Old Zhang waved at the giant, then made strange gestures with his hands, babbling "Abba abba" as if providing a soundtrack for his performance.

The Evil Chicken stared at him as if he were a fool.

What the hell was this?

The Ginseng sighed. After spending time with Lin Fan, he finally understood one thing: Old Zhang wasn't very bright. He always said and did strange things.

Lin Fan, however, beamed with pride at Old Zhang's ingenuity. "Longshen, isn't Old Zhang talented? I can't even do that."

Longshen stared at Lin Fan, thinking, I treat you as normal people, but you treat me like a fool. Really?

"Yes, Old Zhang is very capable," Longshen lied through his teeth. If he wasn't trying to be polite, he would have asked Old Zhang if he even knew what his gestures meant.

If Longshen had asked, Old Zhang would have confidently explained the meaning of his gestures, making up something on the spot.

The giant looked at Old Zhang, who resembled a performing monkey, and rumbled, "Leave this place." The sound echoed like thunder.

"So you're not mute!" Lin Fan exclaimed, surprised.

Longshen wanted to scream. Was that the point?

"Leave this place," the giant repeated, not daring to attack. He couldn't gauge Lin Fan's strength. The being before him exuded a strangely familiar aura.

"No, I have important things to do," Lin Fan said. "Can you tell me if there's a way forward?"

"No."

"Yes, there is. I can sense you're lying." He saw right through the giant's deception.

Trying to trick me?