Zhou Yan's brow furrowed slightly.
The power of eternal life?
If this guy truly thought that, then he was indeed qualified to say such a thing.
After all, one had to be a divine-level expert to be able to utter those words.
"Alright, since you're willing to help, how can I refuse?"
Zhou Yan nodded and continued forward. "However, you must protect my safety. I don't want to die!"
"Of course, rest assured. You are my slave, and I naturally won't let anything happen to you!"
The short man chuckled.
Then, he moved, chasing after Zhou Yan.
"My name is 'Qing Yang,' you will call me Master from now on!"
The short man introduced himself as he followed Zhou Yan.
Zhou Yan nodded.
"Master, I have another question."
Zhou Yan asked, "Why are you in this area? This is the core of the Black Night Canyon. Isn't it too dangerous for you to be here?"
"It is indeed very dangerous here, but after I cultivate here for a period, I will be able to grow!"
The short man explained.
"Oh!"
Zhou Yan nodded indifferently.
However, he did not focus his attention on Qing Yang's cultivation.
In his eyes, although this man's strength was decent, the gap between them was too vast. He was not worth his concern.
"By the way, how did you end up here?"
Qing Yang suddenly asked.
Zhou Yan was slightly stunned. "Why can't I be here?"
"No, I mean... haven't you been in seclusion practicing? How did you end up in the Black Night Canyon? This place portends great misfortune!"
Qing Yang elaborated.
"Seclusion? That's a long story."
Zhou Yan sighed.
"Where did you come from, and why did you suddenly intrude into the Black Night Canyon? The danger level in this area is extremely high!"
Qing Yang asked curiously.
Zhou Yan was silent for a moment, then recounted everything that had happened recently to Qing Yang.
After listening to Zhou Yan's narration, Qing Yang couldn't help but clap his hands in admiration.
"Hahaha, so there are so many secrets hidden within!"
Qing Yang burst into laughter. "I never expected such a complex backstory to be involved!"
Zhou Yan's expression was somewhat volatile.
"What, you're not willing to join us, are you?"
Qing Yang asked.
"I am willing!"
Zhou Yan nodded, then said, "However, I hope you can promise me one thing."
"Just say it. As long as I can do it, I will definitely satisfy you!"
"I need a quiet place to cultivate!"
Zhou Yan said.
"You want to cultivate in this area?"
Qing Yang was taken aback.
"That's right."
Zhou Yan nodded.
"Alright, I'll find a beautiful and serene place for you. You can cultivate first, and when your cultivation is proficient, I will send you to the Underworld."
Qing Yang nodded.
Then, his figure flickered again, disappearing into the jungle.
Zhou Yan took a deep breath and then darted into the distance.
Not long after, he arrived near a mountain range.
Here, countless ancient trees towered, their canopies obscuring half the sky, and a dense aura of death permeated the air.
Zhou Yan stood in the forest near the mountain range, looked around, and then his figure slowly emerged, hovering in mid-air.
"This should be considered the center of this area."
Zhou Yan muttered to himself.
His gaze swept towards the distance.
There lay a colossal abyss.
The depth of the abyss was at least a thousand zhang, unfathomably deep, leading to an unknown destination.
Moreover, it was pitch black at the bottom of the abyss, and one had no idea what lay within.
Zhou Yan's eyes flickered, and a solemn expression slowly appeared in them.
"Is this a trap?"
He wondered.
Around him, there were no signs of danger.
He couldn't even sense any life-forms, as if there were no living beings in this place.
"No matter what, it's better to be cautious!"
Zhou Yan thought to himself, then moved, flying towards the depths of the abyss.
Inside the abyss, it was pitch black, and he could see nothing. He had to rely on his senses to guide him.
Zhou Yan flew at a rapid pace, and soon, he broke through layers of black mist and saw the interior of the abyss.
At this moment, Zhou Yan's pupils constricted.
He saw that the entire abyss was covered with countless blood-red vines.
These blood-vines exuded a strange fluctuation, seeming capable of devouring everything!
"What terrifying demonic energy is contained within here!"
Zhou Yan was greatly astonished.
This demonic energy was like countless hungry beasts, filling the entire abyss.
Not only that, but within these vines, there were also all sorts of ferocious monsters.
They were colossal demonic beasts!
These demonic beasts were about three meters in size and covered in scales.
Their bodies were adorned with sharp barbs, each one exuding a cold glint.
Those barbs were formed from countless demonic snakes!
"Such powerful demonic beasts! This environment can actually nurture so many strong ones!"
Zhou Yan was awestruck.
"However, in this world, it's not without its struggles. To establish a foothold in this territory, one must adapt to the environment. Only the kings among these demonic beasts can survive to the end!"
A cold glint flashed in Zhou Yan's eyes:
"Only by becoming stronger can I protect those I cherish. And this is your destiny!"
A bloodthirsty gleam flashed in Zhou Yan's eyes.
The next moment, he stomped his foot.
Boom!
With a dull thud, a stone the size of a fist rolled out from the abyss, flying into the distance, smashing through several large trees before coming to a halt.
"Hmm?"
Zhou Yan's brow twitched, and surprise appeared in his eyes.
Just now, he had clearly sensed a group of demonic beasts active in the abyss, but now it seemed they were nowhere to be seen.
"What is in this abyss? What are these demonic beasts? Why can't even I sense them?"
Zhou Yan was filled with confusion.
Just then, a low, hoarse roar suddenly sounded in his ears.
Following that, a massive black python suddenly appeared at the edge of the abyss.
This black python was completely dark, like a dark cloud enveloping Zhou Yan.
It opened its mouth and spewed out hundreds of smaller black pythons.
These smaller pythons slithered through the air, pouncing towards Zhou Yan's location.
"Roar!"
With a roar, Zhou Yan extended his palm and grabbed forward.