Chapter 79: Black Territory City, Huangquan Road

Chapter 79: Black Territory City, Huangquan Road

Half a month later, Luo Qingtong arrived at the Black Territory Branch City in the northern region of the Dongli Kingdom.

Clad in a black robe and an ominous Rakshasa mask that concealed most of her face, she emerged on the outskirts of this foreboding city.

"Is this the Black Territory Branch City?"

The Black Territory holds a unique position across the Zhenyan Continent. Present in every major nation, it operates independently of any country's jurisdiction. Whether in a supreme, minor, or a colossal empire like the Tianyu, each has its branch cities within the Black Domain. Here, anything can be bought, sold, or orchestrated—including assassinations—as long as the price is met. It's a realm where the darkest dealings are possible, earning it the nickname "Dark Sanctuary" among the continent's practitioners.

The four major dynasties have no influence here.

The mysterious figure behind the Black Domain is known only as Lord Ming. In this realm, he is the sole authority and law.

Ming Zun's power is legendary, allowing such an autonomous and rebellious enclave to exist untouched within the territories of the mighty holy dynasties.

After an unsuccessful quest on Jiuwu Mountain, Luo Qingtong headed to the Black Domain's branch in the Dongli Kingdom to search for the antidote she desperately needed. Only in such a place, untouched by the holy dynasties and their widespread influence, could she hope to find the necessary ingredients.

However, entering the Black Domain is no easy feat.

With a determined leap, Luo Qingtong soared towards the city's massive gates, her robe billowing like the wings of a hawk plunging through the dark.

Before her, a daunting moat stretched across the city's edge, its waters murky with the white bones of fallen cultivators whose bodies had yet to fully disintegrate.

Amidst these gruesome waves floated countless weapons and treasures, yet no one dared retrieve them. This moat, known ominously as Huangquan Road, could dissolve even a mighty Martial King in mere seconds, reducing them to mere bones.

The potency of each Black Territory's moat varies, correlating with the power of its host country. In Dongli Kingdom, it's formidable enough to corrode a Martial King. In regions governed by imperial super-states or holy dynasties, its deadly power intensifies.

To enter the Black Realm, one must possess the strength to traverse the Underworld.

At this very moment, the only crossing was a set of bare chains spanning the sinister waters. With no support, the chains swung wildly in the wind, clanging ominously. As Luo Qingtong approached the banks, she heard the desperate screams of those who lost their footing and plunged into the lethal river below.

Crossing this underworld road demands strength, luck, and keen eyesight.

As Luo Qingtong steadied her gaze on the far shore, a buzzing sound suddenly filled the air above.