As advanced lifeforms in the Lands Between, Flying Dragons are flesh-and-blood dragons that have degenerated from the stone-bodied Ancient Dragons. Flying Dragons have lost two forelimbs and a pair of wings compared to Ancient Dragons.
However, in terms of power, Flying Dragons are actually not inferior to Ancient Dragons; it can only be said that their forms are different, but essentially, they are both extremely powerful creatures.
Although their numbers are extremely scarce, they also possess immense power and adaptability, capable of accepting the power of any law, and almost every single one of them has a boss template.
The power of the Dragon Clan lies not only in their high attack, high defense, and terrifying vitality, but more importantly, they are divine beasts that stand at the pinnacle of the world.
As the previous rulers before Marika, the race that once controlled the Elden Ring, the Dragon Clan is born with eternal life, controlling storms, lightning, and the power of time and space.
If the Dragon Clan had not suffered the departure of the Dragon God from the Lands Between, which triggered a civil war between Flying Dragons and Ancient Dragons, leading to the loss of many clan members and top-tier combat power, this world would probably never have been ruled by humans.
However, even though the Dragon Clan has now fallen into decline, there are still several powerful leaders alive.
It can be said that, apart from the most top-tier powerhouses and demigod forces, no one in the Lands Between still dares to provoke the Dragon Clan.
The Dragon Clan still reigns supreme in the Lands Between, acting without restraint, and robbing and extorting human merchant caravans has long become commonplace.
Even because dragonfire can truly kill the Golden Lineage, many places in the Lands Between have seen the emergence of numerous Dragon Cults, solely to seek death bestowed upon them by the Dragon Clan.
The proud Dragon Clan would absolutely not accept the rule of other races; at most, the two sides could become mutually beneficial friends.
Don't even think about submission. Flying Dragons and Ancient Dragons, simply because their physical structures differ, can fight each other to the death, let alone other races.
However, it is not impossible for Xiao to truly achieve dominion over the Dragon Clan; after all, he has the Eight-Nine Arcane Art and can completely transform himself into a member of the Dragon Clan.
Use barbarians to control barbarians, use barbarians to pacify barbarians, learn the barbarians' strengths to control them!
The Dragon Clan will absolutely not submit to humans, but the Dragon Clan still has Dragon Kings and can still be ruled.
Therefore, when Xiao approached the dragon's lair, he unhesitatingly transformed into Legendary Kaiser Ghidorah.
In an instant, a dazzling golden three-headed dragon appeared in the sky.
Its body was massive, like a golden mountain radiating brilliant light.
Wind, rain, and thunder howled through the air as it spread its wings and soared, each flap creating fierce storms that drew the attention of all Liurnia.
A mountain-sized figure rapidly descended from the sky. Before Smarag, the Glintstone Dragon below, could react, a massive dragon claw pressed down on Smarag's body like Mount Tai crushing an egg, pinning her firmly beneath it.
"Ancient Dragon King? Placidusax?"
Smarag struggled, a hint of fear flashing in her eyes, as if she had momentarily seen the Ancient Dragon King who once fought Dragonlord Bayle to a standstill. But she quickly denied the thought:
"No, you are not an Ancient Dragon. You are a Flying Dragon, but why do you have three heads?"
Ancient Dragons are formed from pure hardened stone; their bodies are as hard as iron, their lifespans are long, their strength is immense, and their scales and body fragments can become the finest smithing materials in the world.
And this one before her, although it possessed golden scales and four claws—symbols of Ancient Dragons—was actually a being composed of pure flesh and blood, a true Flying Dragon.
However, the multi-headed characteristic, which did not conform to the traits of the Flying Dragon race and only appeared within the Ancient Dragon King's lineage, made Smarag feel extremely confused and bewildered.
The Ancient Dragon King Placidusax, in his prime, had four heads, but this strange Flying Dragon before her possessed three heads, clearly indicating an extremely noble identity.
"I am the Titan King who has come to lead the Dragon Clan and make them great again. I am the perfect fusion of Ancient Dragon and Flying Dragon; I am the Great Dragon!
Submit to me, and I will grant you evolution, Smarag. You are the first, but definitely not the last. What is your choice?"
Xiao stepped on Smarag while questioning her domineeringly, and steadily increased the pressure beneath his claw.
"Smarag pledges her loyalty to you. Under the leadership of the Great Dragon, the Dragon Clan will surely become great again!"
Smarag responded to Xiao's summons very submissively and accepted the grace Xiao bestowed.
Of course, the most important thing was that enormous size comparable to the Mother of Dragons; she was as tiny as a toy before Xiao, and she was truly afraid Xiao might accidentally crush her to death.
Power is the foundation of kingship.
Even the proud Dragon Clan will submit before a stronger dragon.
"Consider yourself lucky!"
Xiao lifted his claw, releasing Smarag.
"Great Dragon King, may Smarag know your name?" Smarag prostrated herself on the ground, her head pressed close to the earth as she respectfully asked Xiao.
"You may call me Xiao!"
"Oh, great Xiao Placidusax, please give your command, and I shall conquer all of Liurnia alongside you!"
Smarag spoke excitedly.
Xiao's mouth twitched slightly. This fellow was truly reckless, and she had even specifically added the "Placidusax" suffix to his name, clearly out of fear toward overwhelming power rather than genuine recognition of him.
After all, only the names of Ancient Dragons carry the title "Placidusax."
"You are still too weak. Let me make you stronger first!"
As he spoke, Xiao grabbed Smarag by the neck, injected Cyber Aura into her, and performed a bloodline transplant, transplanting the Titan bloodline of Legendary Kaiser Ghidorah into her body.
"Aoooo~~~"
A mournful dragon cry escaped Smarag's mouth. The pain originating from deep within her bones caused this proud member of the Dragon Clan to roll frantically through the swampy wetlands like a lizard.
Her body twisted desperately, trying to escape the agony, but the Cyber Aura mixed with the Myriad Machine Law only intensified its transformation of her.
Every transformation brought piercing pain, making Smarag almost unable to endure it, yet she also felt her mind becoming clearer and the changes growing more profound.
As the Cyber Aura continued to pour in, Smarag's body began to change.
Her originally sharp claws became thicker and more powerful, while scales with a metallic luster grew across her skin.
Her eyes also turned a deep blue, revealing a mysterious radiance.
After a long period of struggle, Smarag finally embraced rebirth.
Her body gradually calmed down, and the pain slowly faded away.
When she opened her eyes, she discovered that her appearance had completely changed.
Her original two-legged Flying Dragon form was gone, replaced by a majestic and powerful dragon form exactly like Xiao's.
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