How can I have a heart of a demonic god in my body?!

"Perhaps the number of imprints in the first part has other uses," Chen Yu thought, and others could think of this too.

Although the rules didn't specify the uses of the imprints, in such a situation, the powerful would definitely choose to collect more imprints, perhaps they will be useful later.

The ranking of the Always Proud List always required wit and bravery, along with a factor of luck.

That's why more people would lose their imprints.

When only five hundred remain, this stage would end.

Chen Yu didn't think too much, started to act, and robbed imprints.

This area was still part of the ancient poor mountains, perilous and not to be underestimated.

Suddenly.

Roar!

An angry roar came from the distance, making the sky and earth tremble, followed by a foul wind and murderous aura sweeping across, with grass and stones rolling around.

"What a strong aura, it's a Sky Sea Ancient Beast!"

Chen Yu felt the pressure but decided to check it out.

Although the ancient poor mountains were dangerous, they also held great opportunities.

This was a chance to change the final rankings.

After carefully moving through the forest, that oppressive aura grew stronger, and occasional bursts of wild foul wind, mingled with traces of blade light, scattered around.

Soon, Chen Yu saw a small valley, within it, a massive figure was faintly visible.

It was a huge Golden Bear, its torso, back, and arms covered with golden scale armor.

It roared furiously, the valley shook, and the storm raged.

Bang!

The bear was enveloped in a violent, destructive aura; with a swing of its giant paw, a tremendously powerful golden claw light tore through the air.

The person exchanging blows with it was a genius participating in the ranking battle, wearing a gray robe, holding a slightly fierce long knife.

"Could this person be 'Chaotic Breaking Mad Blade Sun Xin Hao' from the Always Proud List at seventy-two?" Chen Yu secretly observed the gray-robed man.

However, even if it was Sun Xin Hao, he could only dodge against this Golden Armored Giant Bear's domineering strike.

Pfft!

That claw strike hit the nearby rock wall, leaving five massive ravines, with debris falling.

"This Golden Armored Giant Bear's cultivation has reached the mid-stage of Sky Sea Realm!" Chen Yu was slightly shocked; the danger in this first stage area wasn't small.

"Chaotic Wind Blade!"

Sun Xin Hao seized an opportunity; his large knife suddenly cleaved out. In the blink of an eye, hundreds of blade shadows chopped out, the might impressive as if intending to chop the enemy in front into pieces.

The Golden Armored Giant Bear sensed Sun Xin Hao's remarkable blade and immediately curled its body, turning its back toward Sun Xin Hao's attack.

Ding ding bang bang!

All of Sun Xin Hao's attacks landed on the golden light scale armor on the back of the Golden Armored Giant Bear, sparking countless blade light sparks and emitting dense metallic clanging sounds.

"Damn it, you stupid bear, even learning from turtles and snails, wearing a shell!" Sun Xin Hao cursed as his strike landed, leaving the Golden Armored Giant Bear unscathed.

Hearing this, the Golden Armored Giant Bear became furious, with volleying Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi and sand and stones flying.

But when it came to cursing, it clearly couldn't match Sun Xin Hao, only managing to spit out four words: "Stupid human beings!"

After its rage, the Golden Armored Giant Bear's strength increased, the terrifying ancient beast's pressure making Sun Xin Hao's expression solemn.

Ding bang!

After clashing for two moves, Chaotic Breaking Mad Blade Sun Xin Hao turned and ran.

"Stupid bear, wait for Mr. Sun, one day, I will definitely remove the turtle shell from your body."

Sun Xin Hao left a harsh threat as he fled.

"Go die, scum!"

The Golden Armored Giant Bear roared and pounced, its momentum terrifying.

Bang! Bang!

The sounds of battle gradually faded.

"Sun Xin Hao wouldn't provoke the Golden Armored Giant Bear without reason," Chen Yu thought and leapt into the valley.

Due to the recent battle, the entire valley was wrecked beyond recognition.

But next to a cave, there were virtually no signs of battle; it seemed that the Golden Armored Giant Bear deliberately avoided this area during the fight.

As Chen Yu approached the cave, he suddenly sensed something, his gaze flicked to the side, and he threw a punch.

Bang!

Before the punch even landed, a pile of rocks suddenly twisted, revealing a large yellow snake that darted away, dodging Chen Yu's attack.

This yellow snake seemed to have the ability to change color, blending perfectly with its surroundings.

"It seems there really is treasure here."

Otherwise, why else would other demon beasts be hiding here?

As Chen Yu approached the cave entrance, he sensed something unusual again.

Whoosh—

A burst of golden spikes suddenly sprung from the ground, and at such a short distance, there was no way to dodge.

Whir!

He immediately activated his Secret Pattern Demon Body, a robust body's oppressive force spreading in all directions.

Ting chi!

The golden spikes landed on Chen Yu, making a piercing sharp noise.

"This must be a trap left by the Golden Armored Giant Bear."

Chen Yu's heart tightened as he looked at the five wounds on his body. If it had been an actual claw strike from the Golden Armored Giant Bear itself, the injuries would have been much more severe.

The wounds were minor, but since the Golden Armored Giant Bear's trap had been triggered, it would definitely be aware.

Whoosh!

Chen Yu quickly darted into the cave, finding it full of colorful plants, fruits, and leaves.

These were not ordinary goods but rather precious materials, likely food that the Golden Armored Giant Bear had scavenged from nearby.

"Wood Spirit Ganoderma, Blood Spirit Fruit…" Chen Yu identified each one.

Most of the materials here were valued at several thousand Grade Essence Stones.

Suddenly, Chen Yu smelled a sweet fragrance, and his mind and body immediately relaxed in pleasure.

"What is that?"

His gaze turned to a wooden jar in the corner.

Upon closer inspection, the jar contained a golden elixir, crystal clear and very scant in quantity.

"Could this be 'Hundred Flowers Honey'?"

A slight joy rose in Chen Yu's heart.

Hundred Flowers Honey was honey brewed by the Heavenly Poison Bee.

The venom of the Heavenly Poison Bee was incredibly potent, capable of severely injuring or even killing those of the same rank if they were stung.

However, the effects of Hundred Flowers Honey were formidable, enhancing not only one's physique but also advancing one's cultivation.

Therefore, some powerful adventure teams still risked venturing into the bees' nests to collect the honey.

Without another word, Chen Yu first stored the Hundred Flowers Honey in his spatial storage, then continued to scavenze for other treasures.

Suddenly, Chen Yu felt a slight tremor in the earth, and an inexplicable sense of crisis descended.

"Not good, the Golden Armored Giant Bear is back."

Leaving behind half of the treasure he hadn't collected, Chen Yu immediately retreated, swiftly moving away.

Securing the Hundred Flowers Honey made the venture worthwhile.

Sometimes, being too greedy can cost one their life.

Just after Chen Yu left, a massive golden figure returned to the canyon. Seeing the state of the cave, it unleashed a furious roar that intimidated all living beings within several miles.

"Haha, worth it."

Chen Yu, having escaped a distance, confirmed that the Golden Armored Giant Bear hadn't followed and couldn't help but laugh.

This time he had scavenged a good amount of resources and even the Hundred Flowers Honey without having to do much, feeling incredibly lucky.

"This bear has a keen nose, better keep a distance."

Chen Yu was still not reassured, especially since he had taken the Golden Armored Giant Bear's favorite Hundred Flowers Honey.

After flying some more, he suddenly stopped.

In another direction, a man with small eyes, who was running, suddenly spotted someone and immediately tensed, simultaneously slowing his pace.

"Ranked ninety-four on the 'Talents List', Chen Yu!"

After observing Chen Yu for a moment, the man with small eyes recalled some information.

"Bad luck, running into someone from the 'Talents List'."

The man with small eyes cursed inwardly.

He was only in the Early-stage Sky Sea, which put him a notch below the geniuses on the 'Talents List'.

"Brother Chen, let's not fight."

The man with small eyes immediately spoke up.

"The first phase of the rules is to plunder tokens, but one's personal strength is certainly limited. Why don't we join forces? This would greatly increase the speed of plundering tokens."

The man offered his idea.

This way, he wouldn't have to be an enemy of Chen Yu, avoiding the risk of losing his token in defeat.

"You make a good point," Chen Yu nodded.

The first phase was too loose, with no requirement to act alone.

Teaming up would indeed enhance the ability to plunder tokens.

"I am Wu Xiao'er. Brother Chen, I look forward to learning from you."

The man with small eyes immediately approached with a smile.

"But..."

Chen Yu suddenly spoke, causing the man's face to stiffen slightly, unsure of what he would say next.

"...you don't qualify to team up with me," Chen Yu finished.

While team efficiency was indeed high, it was a different matter if your teammate was too weak.

There's a saying, fear not the godlike opponent, but the pig-like teammate.

"This..."

The man with small eyes was stunned for a moment, then his face grew incredibly angry.

Though he wasn't as famous as Chen Yu, he was still among the best of the younger generation in the Southern Domain and a once-in-a-century genius in his family.

Chen Yu's reason for refusal massively trampled on his pride.

"Chen Yu, aren't you being too arrogant? I, Wu Xiao'er, may not be on the 'Talents List', but my strength isn't weak. If given a chance, my name would appear on the 'Talents List' too!"

Wu Xiao'er retorted with a furious expression.

"Really?"

Chen Yu asked softly.

Boom!

Demon Qi whirled around, releasing the power of the Spatial Realm; within a hundred yards, a formidable oppressive force descended on Wu Xiao'er.

Chen Yu threw a punch, True Yuan surged, and demonic energies swirled, transforming into a giant black demon claw that struck down with overwhelming force.

"How strong..."

Feeling a chill, Wu Xiao'er wanted to dodge but felt an inevitable hit coming.

In haste, he drew a white broadsword and struck.

Thud!

The black demon claw fell, instantly shattering Wu Xiao'er's attack, and sent him flying, smashing a giant tree and coughing up blood.

"So strong, is this the strength of a 'Talents List' genius?"

Wu Xiao'er was incredibly alarmed. Being at the same Early-stage Sky Sea Realm, he couldn't withstand even one move from Chen Yu.

Were the talents on the 'Talents List' really that powerful?

Or was Chen Yu's true strength beyond just a ninety-four ranking?

"Hand over your token."

Chen Yu looked down, his gaze coldly overseeing.

"I'll hand it over..."

Wu Xiao'er clenched his teeth and reluctantly admitted defeat.

Just then,

The Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi around them oddly surged, a powerful aura rapidly approaching.

"Chen Yu, you shameless thief! How dare you take advantage while Mr. Sun lured the dumb bear away and steal the treasures from the cave!"

A voice like a huge bell shouted.