The towering mountain peaks loomed in the distance, interspersed with smaller ones.

Finnian smiled faintly and remarked, "This seems to be the third forbidden zone within the Great Dragon Mountain's secret realm. Our luck isn't too bad."

Adrian looked surprised. "Mr. Finnian, are there more forbidden zones within this realm?"

Finnian chuckled. "This secret realm contains ten forbidden zones, each with its own dangers. One must tread carefully in every one.

"The tenth forbidden zone is akin to hell. It holds not only ancient demonic beasts but also the undead from a thousand years past. It's a place of unparalleled terror. Entering it is almost certain death."

Although he spoke lightly, his words carried undeniable weight. The dangers he described were anything but ordinary.

Suddenly, distant tremors echoed. On a far-off mountain peak, a cyan light shot straight into the sky.

Finnian smiled again. "Heh, someone couldn't resist. They've stirred up a big mess now."

The cyan light