Purple-gold light enveloped Luo Yan's body, transforming him into a half-dragon form. Energy wings spread out on his back, and metal claws grew from his hands. His eyes shone with ancient wisdom, but also confusion.
"What… what happened to me?" Luo Yan murmured, his voice echoing like thunder.
The little dragon that had fused with him replied in his mind:
***"We have become one. Our power is your power. But be careful… Xue's shadow will try to take it."***
In front of them, Xue's shadow laughed. "Perfect! Now, that power will be mine!"
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**Battle of Soul and Body**
Xue's shadow attacked, his black sword stabbing towards Luo Yan. But with newfound reflexes, Luo Yan dodged nimbly, his energy claws tearing through the air.
"You can't win!" Xue's shadow shouted. "I am the infinite darkness!"
Luo Yan growled, his wings flapping fiercely. "I am no longer an ordinary human. I will stop you!"
A fierce battle ensued. Each attack created waves of energy that destroyed the surrounding trees.
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**Secret of Pure Dragon Blood**
In the midst of the battle, a flash of memory struck Luo Yan:
*A silver-haired woman—his ancestor—stood before an ancient altar. Her golden blood flowed into a giant dragon egg, creating an eternal bond between humans and dragons.*
"I am… a true guardian," Luo Yan whispered, realizing her power.
The little dragon within him added:
***"Your blood is the key to peace. But if it falls into the wrong hands, it will be the greatest curse."***
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**Li Feng's Sacrifice**
Li Feng, who was badly injured from the previous battle, suddenly appeared behind Xue's shadow. With the last of his strength, he stabbed the sword into the shadow's back.
"This is for Xiao Lin… and Xue!" Li Feng shouted.
Xue's shadow screamed, her body beginning to disintegrate. But before she disappeared, she smiled. "Did you think this was over? I… still exist."
His black blood flowed to the ground, forming an ancient symbol.
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**Dark Dragon Awakening**
The ground shook violently. From the ancient symbol, a **Dark Dragon** began to emerge—the true form of the Forbidden blood.
Luo Yan stared at him, fear and determination intertwined in her eyes. "We must stop him!"
The little dragon inside her replied:
***"We need more power. We must… unite all souls."***