Chapter 1012 Red Dragon Sea, 3 Clans Pattern

At this thought, Qian Xuande stroked his beard and chuckled, "In that case, this old man shall await the good news from you, fellow Daoist."

Eldrin gave a slight nod and retrieved 3 Immortal Origins from his robe. "Your guidance has been invaluable in resolving this predicament. Please accept these Immortal Origins as a token of my gratitude."

Qian Xuande's eyes flickered slightly. The Immortal Origin was exceptionally precious, not only capable of enhancing an immortal's cultivation, but also usable as a medium of exchange.

This intelligence was by no means exclusive; many Nascent Soul cultivators across the Glowing Sunset Sea were aware of it. For Eldrin to offer 3 Immortal Origin Stones could already be considered a substantial contribution.

So he did not decline, merely smiling as he accepted the Immortal Origin and said, "This old daoist shall reluctantly accept your generosity. When you establish your dao sanctuary, I will surely come in person to offer my congratulations."

"In that case, I shall personally deliver the congratulatory missive."

After obtaining the desired information, Eldrin did not linger and immediately departed from Greenrock Island.

No sooner had they left Greenrock Island than Lila (Person Name) couldn't resist asking, "Are we truly heading to the Crimson Dragon Sea to assault those spirit islands occupied by demons?"

Eldrin did not answer immediately, understanding full well what Lila meant.

He possessed the Primordial Purple Qi, capable of elevating him to the level of a Connate Immortal Root—a treasure of unparalleled rarity.

The environment of the immortal realm differs from the mortal world. If an acquired immortal root takes root in the immortal realm, it can draw upon the primordial qi of the celestial domain, converting it into immortal spiritual energy to sustain their cultivation.

It could be said that with just 1 stalk of a Post-Heavenly Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root), they could artificially forge an immortal vein.

Thus, they could simply avoid provoking the deities and seek out an island to advance their immortal veins on their own.

However, Eldrin did not do so, merely shaking his head thoughtfully and saying, "We have just arrived in the immortal realm. To establish ourselves here and avoid being looked down upon by others, we must demonstrate some of our capabilities."

"Moreover, while the Sunset Sea is relatively safe, it is under the jurisdiction of an Earth Immortal Patriarch. If a spiritual vein were to ascend to immortal rank within his domain, it would inevitably draw his attention."

Eldrin spoke with measured calm, his gaze drifting toward the Crimson Dragon Sea. "The Crimson Dragon Sea, on the other hand, has no Earth Immortal overseeing it. It’s relatively remote—we’ll have more room to maneuver there."

Qing Ji and Lyra (Person Name) couldn't help but nod slightly upon hearing this.

The Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea encompasses over 3,000 oceanic domains, yet most territories have long-established powers deeply entrenched within them. Many of these domains have been governed for hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of years, with numerous regions stabilized by Earth Immortal blessed lands that anchor their cosmic fortune.

In places like the Crimson Dragon Sea, where the Crimson Dragon Ancestor had fallen, the spirit veins had changed hands numerous times over the past 30,000 years. Even if they managed to seize 1, the surrounding seas would hardly bat an eye—it was all too commonplace.

With this thought in mind, Qing Ji (Person Name) declared, "Let us first conquer a spirit vein and secure a cultivation sanctuary. We shall discuss advancing your spiritual roots after that."

Eldrin steeled his resolve and immediately set off toward the Crimson Dragon Sea.

The celestial realm was vast and boundless, with even 2 neighboring seas separated by an immeasurably distant expanse.

The group flew for a full month before finally crossing the boundless ocean and arriving at the edge of the Crimson Dragon Sea.

Gazing at the Crimson Dragon Sea ahead, Lyra (Person Name) inquired, "That's the Crimson Dragon Sea before us. Which immortal island should we target?"

Upon hearing this, Eldrin immediately unfolded the map and began examining it.

After studying it for a moment, he formed a plan in his heart and pointed at the map, saying, "In the Crimson Dragon Sea, deities, celestial demons, and human immortals stand in a 3-way stalemate."

"Among these 16 immortal islands, our human immortals hold only 3, the divine lineage occupies 5, and the remaining 8 are entirely controlled by the demon tribes."

"The only chance we have to strike is..."

Eldrin paused mid-sentence, pointing toward the 8 spirit islands of the demon race.

Everyone nodded in understanding upon hearing Eldrin's thoughts.

Among the 16 immortal islands in the Crimson Dragon Sea, the 3 inhabited by humans were naturally off-limits—after all, they were ready-made allies.

The Eldrin (Person Name) lineage remained largely unknown to him, making it unwise to rashly make an enemy of them.

If they were to fight against the divine lineage, the demonic tribes would likely rejoice at the spectacle, even eagerly awaiting the chance to drive them out once both sides were weakened from the conflict.

In this sea region, the demon race wielded the most formidable power. Only by seizing the immortal veins from their grasp and allying with the deities to confront the demon race could they possibly secure a foothold.

Having grasped this point, Seraphina Qu couldn't help but ask, "Which immortal island are we contending for, my lord? Have you reached a decision?"

Hmph!

Eldrin nodded, then fell into deep contemplation as he studied the map in his hand.

Within the Crimson Dragon Sea, there are a total of 16 immortal islands. Among these, 3 are occupied by human immortals, 5 are held by deities, while the remaining 8 have all been claimed by the demon race.

These 8 immortal islands of the demon race were dominated by 3 major factions: the Crimson Dragon lineage, the Divine Condor lineage, and the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape.

Among the several demonic factions, the Crimson Dragon lineage descended from the former Crimson Dragon Patriarch. Though they declined after the patriarch's failed attempt to ascend to Earth Immortal realm, they still possessed 6 Mahayana Realm cultivators.

Thus, the strength of this lineage remained even more formidable. They occupied 5 immortal islands, making it clear their power was not to be underestimated.

The lineage of the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Condors was a mythical immortal breed that had roamed the immortal realm for many years. This lineage boasted as many as 3 Divine Condors of the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) who had attained immortality, and it was said that 1 of them had even reached the late stage of the Immortal Ascension Realm.

They occupied 2 immortal islands, and though their strength could not compare to the Eldrin lineage, they were still exceptionally powerful.

Judging solely by the human race's strength across the 3 immortal islands in the Scarlet Dragon Sea, it's likely they don't surpass the Divine Condor clan—possessors of the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root)—by any significant margin.

Eldrin murmured softly, shaking his head faintly.

Before his arrival, he had already inquired and learned that the human race occupied 3 immortal islands in the southeast of the Crimson Dragon Sea, with only 4 Ascension Realm experts in total. This clearly showed that the lineage of the Golden-Winged Roc could not be underestimated.

Beside him, Yan Zi couldn’t help but muse thoughtfully, “My lord, are you suggesting we avoid the Crimson Dragon lineage and the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Condor Clan, and instead target the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape?”

"Not at all!"

Eldrin shook his head and remarked, "The Windfire Thunder Ape cannot be underestimated either. It is an ancient variant species that ascended from a certain major world."

It is said this demon immortal was born with twin wings of wind and fire, originally a divine mythic breed—the Windfire Divine Ape. Its primary cultivation should be the Celestial Windfire Demon Body.

Yet his talent was truly exceptional; not only did he successfully cultivate the Windfire Celestial Demon Body within him, but he also gained insight into a certain power of the Thunder Law.

"With dual cultivation of laws and an immortal physique, coupled with mid-stage Ascension Realm cultivation, the Windfire Thunder Ape's talent and strength are likely not to be underestimated."

Upon hearing this, Lyra (Person Name) had already anticipated it.

As a peerless demon immortal capable of dominating a territory alone in the Crimson Dragon Sea, the Stormfire Thunder Ape undoubtedly possessed extraordinary prowess.

However, all 3 were Great Ascension cultivators. Such trivial dangers alone could not deter them. The true reason lay elsewhere.

With a sweep of his sleeve, Eldrin pointed at the illusory map and declared, "The immortal island occupied by the Windfire Divine Thunder Ape lies in the northwestern corner of the Crimson Dragon Sea."

"Too far from the human immortals in the southeast, and separated from the divine lineage dominating the northeast by the demon race's territory."

"If we were to take this island, we would be left isolated and without support."

"Far better to seize an immortal island in the southeastern seas where the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) gathers, which could then form a continuous chain with several other human-controlled immortal islands."