Entry Editing: Loyal Succubus Nun

Chapter 215: Chapter 124: Now! I’m Riding a Dragon! [Dragon Knight] Achieved

CRACK~

The crack on the Dragon Egg grew more and more pronounced, stretching from top to bottom.

Finally, under everyone’s watchful eyes, the eggshell shattered completely!

BANG!

After a deafening boom, the eggshell instantly disintegrated, sending fragments flying everywhere.

A scorching Flame burst violently from the broken eggshell like a surging tide, instantly filling the entire room with intense heat.

Surprisingly, however, this world-ending Flame didn’t harm Su Xuan or the others at all. The moment the Flame drew near, a thin layer of red light enveloped them, forming an invisible barrier that shielded them from the blaze. This red light was like a Guardian God, protecting them from the searing heat.

Su Xuan stared at the Dragon Egg, his heart reeling with shock. An aura of destruction coalesced above the Flame, forming a majestic Giant Dragon that roared to the heavens, as if announcing her rebirth to the world.

Amidst the surging Flame, a figure stood in the center of the inferno, like a fiery phoenix emerging from its cocoon.

Su Xuan’s eyes were locked on the figure swaying in the flames, a look of deep wonder shining within them. He had assumed Mare Rhine would appear in this world in the same form she had in the Soul Space, but the figure before him now far exceeded his imagination.

Because!

Standing amidst the raging fire was a girl with a unique physique. Her entire body was covered in fiery red Dragon Scales. Every single scale clung tightly to her limbs, torso, tail, and even her head, like a custom-made suit of full-body armor. Only her tightly shut eyes were a gap in this scaly plating.

Suddenly, Mare Rhine’s eyes flew open, bursting with a searing crimson light like two blazing fires. At the same time, the flames spreading through the air seemed to be drawn to her, converging upon her body. Tempered by the Flame, the scales all over her body became even more dazzling and spectacular!

WHOOSH~

A scorching red aura slowly emanated from the gaps in her scales, sweeping across the room. The sight was like a brand-new Half-Dragon-man mecha activating its engine of destruction—an absolutely stunning visual feast.

"..."

Everyone’s gaze was fixed on the girl who had emerged from the Dragon Egg, and Su Xuan was no exception. His eyes were filled with gravity and curiosity.

He had never expected the Dragon of Destruction to appear in such a form...

Wait a minute.

Su Xuan suddenly snapped back to reality, recalling the White Rose Valkyrie he had encountered before.

The White Rose Valkyrie’s entire body was covered in armor woven from flower petals, with only her face exposed.

’So, for Mare Rhine, who has the [Valkyrie] entry, did she just substitute Dragon Scales for petals?’

Just as he was lost in this question, Mare Rhine’s body finally moved.

She slowly raised her hands. Her scale-covered Dragon Claws displayed an astonishing Power, as if they could tear anything apart!

"Is this... my rebirth?"

Mare Rhine stared blankly at her own body. Since she was completely covered in armor, no one else could see her expression.

But Su Xuan could clearly sense the excitement and thrill in Mare Rhine’s heart after her rebirth!

And why could he feel it?

Because the beat of the Giant Dragon’s heart was as loud as thunder, like a roaring engine, and he could hear it...

"Hey! Human!"

Mare Rhine turned to face Su Xuan. The Dragon Scales on her face gradually parted, revealing that familiar face.

She said with great satisfaction, "I am very pleased with how you’ve shaped my new body!"

Su Xuan didn’t pay much attention to Mare Rhine’s praise; he simply observed her carefully with a profound gaze.

Judging by her appearance beneath the scales, the current Mare Rhine looked exactly like her illusory form in the Soul Space—still a child-faced... ahem...

"My child~"

Joy welled up in Naida’s heart like a spring. Unable to contain her emotions about Mare Rhine hatching from the egg, she hurried over.

Since Naida was a Soul Body, Mare Rhine’s armor couldn’t cause her any discomfort. She affectionately and gently pulled Mare Rhine into an embrace, stroking her as a mother would her beloved daughter.

Su Xuan watched from the side, completely astonished.

’From what I know of Mare Rhine, she’s definitely not the type to get close to people easily, let alone embrace someone so intimately.’

’Did something happen while I was away?’

However, although Mare Rhine was being held tightly by Naida, her expression wasn’t happy. It seemed she was only reluctantly accepting Naida’s affection due to some sort of agreement.

But this warm scene didn’t last long. Mare Rhine simply raised her hand and snapped her fingers.

SNAP!

In an instant, the scene before Su Xuan’s eyes changed dramatically.

When he came to his senses, he found himself in a mysterious space.

Here, a deep azure sky stretched overhead, and below his feet was a water surface that perfectly mirrored it. The sky and the earth reflected each other, creating a breathtakingly beautiful sight.

In the blink of an eye, however, this tranquil beauty was utterly shattered.

The sky was suddenly dyed a fiery red, as if the flames of war were blazing.

Immediately after, Mare Rhine’s figure descended before Su Xuan.

She snapped her fingers again, the crisp sound echoing between the heavens and the earth. Then, a throne constructed of scorching Flame abruptly appeared.

Mare Rhine sat on the throne of scorching Flame with an incredibly arrogant posture, her right hand resting lightly on her cheek, one leg crossed over the other, a wide smile on her face.

"Human, you did very well," she said to Su Xuan with a smile. "Although my Power has yet to be restored, I can feel the potential contained within this body. It even surpasses the one I had before!"

As she spoke, a crimson inferno erupted in the palm of her left hand. Although the flame wasn’t large, the destructive power contained within it was terrifying.

Su Xuan stared intently at the blaze, his expression growing more and more serious. He knew that this was no ordinary Fire Element; it concealed the Power of Law.

This also meant that even Rosaline’s Elemental Immunity would likely be unable to withstand this Flame’s burn.

"Since I’ve done what I promised you, what about what you promised me?" Su Xuan asked Mare Rhine.

"I am a Giant Dragon that symbolizes destruction; how could I go back on my word?" Mare Rhine contemptuously snuffed out the flame and declared proudly, "Regarding the Red Dragon Treasure, I..."

"Hold on!"

Su Xuan quickly interrupted her, saying sternly, "That’s not what you promised me."

"Damn it!" Mare Rhine grumbled, a flash of anger in her eyes as she looked at Su Xuan. "You’re just as annoying as that Mother Dragon! Fine! In any case, with your insignificant lifespan, it’s only a matter of a hundred years!"

Curiosity stirred in Su Xuan’s heart upon hearing this.

’The ’Mother Dragon’ Mare Rhine mentioned must be Naida. What kind of agreement did they make?’

"Human, listen up."

Mare Rhine spoke to Su Xuan with a serious expression. "I can cooperate with you, but there are some things I will absolutely not do."

"Such as?"

"Anything I don’t want to do."

"..."

Su Xuan’s brows furrowed. He wasn’t about to accept such an abstract, artsy answer.

"You’re dreaming, Miss Reine," Su Xuan said with a light and casual smile. "But now—I’m going to ride a Dragon!"

Before Su Xuan had even finished speaking, Mare Rhine felt her soul slipping from her control, and her body began to transform involuntarily.

"Damn it! What’s happening?!"

Mare Rhine tried to resist, but the effect of [Soul Hook] had already taken hold, rendering her struggles weak and futile.

At the same time, the existence of the [Dragon Knight] entry also prevented her from escaping this bond of Destiny. From the moment she agreed to Su Xuan’s terms, she had no way to back out.

In a dazzling red light, Mare Rhine’s body instantly transformed from her Half-Dragon-man state into the form of a Giant Dragon.

In an instant, a hundred-meter-long red Giant Dragon appeared before Su Xuan.

Perhaps because her Level had dropped to 1 after her rebirth, Mare Rhine’s body was much smaller.

But a hundred meters was more than long enough for Su Xuan to ride!

Furthermore, in her Giant Dragon form, Mare Rhine’s entire body was still covered in red scales, enveloping her massive frame like armor. Even her wings were encased in thick scales, giving off an unparalleled aura that Su Xuan couldn’t help but find captivating.

"Why? Just why?"

Mare Rhine still couldn’t understand. As a Giant Dragon who reigned supreme over all creation, how could she possibly be controlled by a tiny, insignificant nobody!

Watching Su Xuan approach step by step, Mare Rhine’s heart filled with even greater terror.

She used all her strength to shout, "You! Don’t come any closer!"

Mare Rhine deeply felt that her current state was abnormal. If she let this human stand on her back, the consequences would be unimaginable. She might truly become his...

"If you dare touch me, I’ll definitely!"

"Hmph!~"

Before Mare Rhine could even finish her sentence, Su Xuan landed lightly on her back.

The moment he mounted the Giant Dragon, he immediately felt his feet stick to the crimson Dragon Scales as if by suction, allowing him to maintain his balance with ease. At the same time, a formidable Power flowed from Mare Rhine’s body into his.

"You!! @#$&%!"

Mare Rhine’s furious roar echoed through the space, but Su Xuan couldn’t understand her draconic speech. All he knew was that it was time to soar through the skies.

"Take flight!"

Su Xuan’s command was irresistible. Even though Mare Rhine resisted it in her heart, she still had to obey.

"You just wait!"

Mare Rhine shot Su Xuan an angry glare, then spread her massive Dragon Wings. Like the wings of an aircraft, they shone with a mysterious light under the Sunshine. As she poured her Power into them, the Dragon Wings began to vibrate, emitting a powerful thrust. She flapped her wings, and a fierce wind rose, making the surrounding air tremble.

Instantly, the massive Dragon’s body shot into the sky, with scorching flames surging all around.

The corners of Su Xuan’s mouth tilted up slightly, his heart filled with joy. He had finally fulfilled his wish to ride a Dragon!

"Full speed ahead!"

He gave another command, and Mare Rhine’s enormous body shot off like a meteor in the direction he indicated.

At this moment, Su Xuan was riding Mare Rhine, soaring freely through the vast, boundless sky. Their figures streaked across the horizon, leaving a distinct crimson trail. Sonic booms clearly exploded around them, kicking up a sea of flames and creating a deafening roar.

This exhilarating flight experience thrilled Su Xuan to the core. He felt the wind roaring past his ears, thoroughly enjoying the freedom and thrill of hurtling through the sky.

However, Mare Rhine could not quell the rage in her heart. She whipped her head around, her red-glowing eyes fixed on Su Xuan on her back, filled with a fury so intense it was as if she wanted to devour him!

"Watch where you’re going."

Su Xuan reminded her kindly.

"Hmph!"

Mare Rhine snorted contemptuously, exhaling a scorching breath, clearly displeased with Su Xuan on her back.

Her heart was filled with anger, but she was helpless. She could only curse inwardly: ’Damn human! To actually use me as a mount! I’ll pay you back for this debt, sooner or later, and with interest!’

Just as Mare Rhine was seething with rage, a demon’s whisper sounded in her ear: "When are we going to look for the Red Dragon’s treasure?"

"!?"