Chapter 884 : Total Victory

Such a monumental victory filled Eldrin with boundless joy.

He surveyed the assembly, pausing briefly in contemplation before declaring, "Since the timing is now most favorable, we ought to press our advantage and pursue the victory."

"Fellow Daoists, I must trouble you to return and marshal your forces in preparation for our counteroffensive against the Extraplanar Demonic Tribe."

"Very well," Daoist Haoyuan nodded, then inquired, "But when shall we make our move?"

Eldrin’s brow furrowed slightly. After a moment of contemplation, he said, “It will take time to mobilize personnel. We shall strike in 10 years.”

"Very well, it's settled then."

The Dao Lords nodded in agreement before returning to their respective sects to assemble forces for the counteroffensive against the Eastern Sea cultivation realm.

Chen Eldrin did not linger either, immediately returning to the Myriad Ruins Continent. He arrived within the territory of The Vast Sea and sought out Elder Qing.

Elder Qing watched his arrival and couldn't help but chuckle, "How went your gains from this journey?"

"Everything went rather smoothly..."

Eldrin smiled faintly and handed the 2 treasures in his hands to Ancestor Qing.

In this battle, the group had slain several Primordial Spirit Dao Lords and seized no small number of treasures. Though most were artifacts of demonic cultivators, among them were a few priceless Pure Yang Spirit Treasures.

The Chen Clan, having contributed the most this time, obtained 6 or 7 demonic treasures forged from sixth-grade precious metals. If these were melted down to extract the precious metals, they could potentially refine 2 or 3 Pure Yang Spirit Treasures.

However, this alone was not the most remarkable. The 2 most precious demonic treasures of the Garuda Heavenly Demon—the Black Dragon Shears and the Infernal Flame Cauldron—had both been obtained by Eldrin (Person Name). This was truly the greatest harvest of this endeavor.

At that moment, what Eldrin handed to Patriarch Qing were none other than the Black Dragon Shears and the Demon Flame Furnace.

Eldrin gazed at the 2 treasures in his hands and said with a smile, "These artifacts possess extraordinary power. With their assistance, the Patriarch will surely overcome the millennial tribulation."

"Very well."

The Azure Ancestor took the treasure cauldron, unable to contain his joy as he repeatedly praised it.

He caressed the treasured furnace with uncontainable delight and exclaimed, "Within 30 years, my 1000-year heavenly tribulation will erupt. You have been an immense help to me."

"The Patriarch once aided me in overcoming the Soul External Tribulation. There is no need for such formalities among our own kin."

Eldrin smiled faintly and continued, "In a few days, I intend to take action against the demonic tribes of the Eastern Sea cultivation realm. When the time comes, I shall need to ask the Patriarch to safeguard my family."

Elder Qing nodded slightly and began to speak, "With this old man present, none beneath the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) pose any threat. However, we must remain cautious of those few individuals."

"Indeed, it is so."

Eldrin's eyes flickered slightly as he understood that Old Ancestor Qing was referring to the Blood Demon Ancestor, the Black Lotus Demon Womb, and their ilk.

If they were to take action against the Eastern Sea cultivation world, Patriarch Blood Demon and his allies would certainly not stand idly by. Even the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor, in order to maintain the balance between humans and demons, might not allow the human race to succeed.

However, reclaiming the Eastern Sea Cultivation World could not be delayed any further, for with each passing day, the mortal population there would dwindle, and the demonic forces would only grow more deeply entrenched.

At this thought, he took a deep breath and declared, "The Eastern Sea cultivation realm must be reclaimed, yet we cannot afford to ignore the likes of the Blood Demon and Black Lotus either."

"I will inform the Demon-Subduing Divine Monk and the Glazed Palace Master. For the greater good of the Violet Realm, they will undoubtedly spare no effort in firmly restraining these 2."

As for that black dragon...

At this point, Eldrin’s expression tightened slightly. He took a deep breath and said, “We must also request the master of the Horizon Ocean Pavilion to take action—only then can we properly restrain them.”

Upon hearing this, a trace of solemnity surfaced between Qing Daoist’s brows, yet he understood the reason in Eldrin’s words.

During the previous Demonic Abyss Cataclysm, the Refining Immortal Cauldron's vital energy was severely depleted. It would require at least 6 100 years of recuperation to fully restore itself. Moreover, given Dorian's current cultivation level, he couldn't unleash the artifact's complete power.

Not long ago, they ambushed and slew the Galou Heavenly Demon. The Black Dragon was caught off guard, and it was only through Dorian (Person Name) activating the Refining Immortal Furnace, coupled with the Ice Glaze Demon Ancestor obstructing its path, that they managed to hold it at bay.

The Black Dragon Demon Ancestor was caught off guard and felt uncertain about a successful rescue, which was why he chose to remain inactive and did not intervene.

The upcoming battle, in which the human race intends to drive the demons back to the Zhoutian Star Islands, no longer aligns with the Black Dragon Ancestor's scheme of reaping the spoils without lifting a finger. It is unlikely he would be willing to intervene.

Yet if the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor were to strike, the only 1 capable of standing against him would be the Master of the Endless Sky Pavilion.

At this thought, Eldrin took a deep breath and spoke with a trace of unease in his heart, "Although the master of the Edge of the World Pavilion has reached the pinnacle of cultivation, he can only barely suppress the Blood Curse within him for now."

Once he engaged in full combat against a Ninth-Level Nascent Soul expert, even if he managed to hold his ground, it would likely exacerbate the injuries within his body.

"Yet this is the only way."

Daoist Qingyuan let out a sigh, then smiled bitterly and said, "At this point, our only hope is that the Black Dragon will prioritize the greater good of the Violet Realm."

"Or perhaps they feared mutual destruction and were unwilling to cross blades with the Master of the Endless Sky Pavilion."

"So be it, then."

Eldrin sighed inwardly and immediately departed from The Vast Sea, heading toward the Eastern Sea cultivation realm.

After traversing the boundless void, Eldrin soon arrived in the Eastern Sea cultivation realm and located the master of the Endless Sky Pavilion, who was currently in seclusion healing his wounds.

The master of the Endless Skies Pavilion could not help but ask upon seeing him, "How went the battle?"

"Everything went rather smoothly."

Eldrin smiled faintly and relayed the outcome of the battle to the master of the Horizon Ocean Pavilion.

Hearing this, the master of the Endless Sky Pavilion couldn't help but brighten up, exclaiming with immense joy, "Excellent, excellent! After this battle, our human race shall surely prosper."

"Ahem, ahem, ahem..."

The master of the Endless Sky Pavilion finished speaking, then suddenly broke into violent coughs, unexpectedly spitting out a mouthful of dark blood.

"Senior."

Eldrin's face paled slightly as he instinctively reached out to steady the master of the Celestial Horizon Pavilion. "Your injury..." he asked, his voice thick with urgent concern.

"It's nothing serious."

The Lord of the Endless Sky Pavilion shook his head before smiling faintly. "During the battle, a few Heavenly Demons saw the tides turning and attempted to intervene. I intercepted them and engaged in combat, which slightly aggravated my internal injuries."

"It's merely an old injury, nothing for you to concern yourself with."

"Senior..."

Eldrin's heart trembled, a flicker of anguish surfacing in his eyes.

The master of the Endless Sky Pavilion spoke lightly, yet he understood the gravity of the situation all too well.

Even at its weakest, that Outer Demon still possessed 2 Primordial Spirit, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) powerhouses. The fact that he managed to firmly hold them back proved this battle would be anything but easy.

At this thought, his heart softened, and he felt reluctant to let the Master of the Ends of the Earth Pavilion confront the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor.

"I know what you're thinking."

The master of the Endless Sky Pavilion had lived for nearly 20 1000 years, possessing naturally incomparably vast experience.

With a single glance, he discerned Eldrin's thoughts and shook his head. "In my 18 1000 years of cultivation, there have been many who could match me, but those capable of killing me could be counted on 1 hand."

"A mere black dragon is no match for this old man, so you needn't worry overmuch."

Eldrin’s heart ached bitterly. Though he knew the master of the Tianya Haige was merely offering solace, his expression remained heavy with sorrow as he replied, “Senior, perhaps we could wait a few more years.”