Chapter 1299 : Breaking Point

"Do not worry."

Eldrin stood with his hands clasped behind his back, declaring with unwavering confidence, "With my current power, even an Earth Immortal Patriarch would be no match for me."

Riji’s expression was fraught with anxiety as she spoke with utmost gravity, “You possess but the combat prowess of a seventh-rank immortal, yet you fail to grasp that beyond the mortal realm lies greater heights, and beyond the heavens, vaster skies.”

"Those Earth Immortals who have lived for tens of millions of years are far beyond comparison with those at the early Earth Immortal stage. A single mid-stage Earth Immortal would be enough to subdue you effortlessly."

"Hmm?"

Eldrin's expression darkened slightly, yet he smiled as he spoke: "With my current power, eliminating 2 Half-Step Earth Immortals from the Sky Demon Sea would be as easy as turning over my hand. I've even slain a bona fide Earth Immortal Patriarch before."

"If the Fairy is unwilling to intervene, then remain guarding the Return to Ruins Sea while I demonstrate how to purge the Heavenly Demon Sea."

"Arrogant."

Riyin's complexion shifted dramatically, her face darkening as she flung her cup aside and stormed off.

The immortals standing nearby all subtly shifted their expressions upon hearing this, momentarily at a loss for words to dissuade him.

After Eldrin (Person Name) saw the Sun Fairy off, his expression grew increasingly somber. He turned to the assembled immortals and declared, "In that case, the 3 fairies of the Sun, Moon, and Stars, along with Fellow Daoist Tianfeng, shall remain to guard the Abyssal Sea."

"The remaining immortals and cultivator army, draw 70 percent to follow me in the campaign against the Sky Demon Sea."

At his command, the war machinery across the entire Abyssal Sea roared to life. Countless cultivators began to be conscripted, millions of treasure ships assembled, and a 100-million-strong army prepared to march toward the Sky Demon Sea.

While the Void Abyss Sea was continuously preparing for war, a protracted battle was still raging far beyond the borders of the Azure River Ancient Sect.

The 1000 Dragon Lake had a full 5 Earth Immortal Patriarchs, who assembled over 1,000 9 Heavens True Dragons and countless dragon-blooded demon clans to relentlessly assault the Greenriver Ancient Sect.

This was a collision between 2 powerful blessed lands. The former boasted tens of thousands of monster immortals and countless monster race troops, while the latter was protected by formations refined over tens of millions of years. It could be said that from the very beginning, this great war was exceptionally brutal.

The great war raged on for a full 4 1000 years. The corpses of both sides had piled up into a bloody sea, staining tens of millions of li of ocean crimson, yet still no victor had emerged.

At this very moment, outside the Qingchuan Ancient Sect, aboard a majestic sky-piercing ancient vessel, a group of horned beings stood shoulder to shoulder. As they studied the intelligence report in their hands, grave expressions surfaced on each of their faces.

These figures were Earth Immortal True Dragons of the 1000 Dragon Lake lineage, all supreme existences at the level of Paramount Elders.

Within the grand hall, 5 figures were present. 1 was seated upon the dragon throne, while the remaining 4 were positioned on either side, each radiating hues of crimson, violet, azure, and gold. These were none other than the 4 Grand Elders of 1000 Dragon Lake.

His crimson robe marked him as the foremost Elder of 1000 Dragon Lake, known as 'Patriarch Yan Ao'. It was said he took form from the primordial essence of the Grand Cinder Drake.

At this moment, Patriarch Yanao set down the letter and sneered coldly, "That Eldrin killed 4 Half-Step Earth Immortals from our 1000 Dragon Lake. Instead of staying obediently within the Eldrin Sea, he dares to emerge and enter the tribulation?"

"Truly seeking death. I shall go and slay him at once." "Do not."

The elder in purple robes nearby immediately spoke up, "This dragon was born from the Purple Radiance Thunder Dragon Jade, innately wielding the power of thunder. Its cultivation has reached Level 4 of the Earth Immortal realm, ranking second among the 4 Great Elders."

His expression was grave as he asked with some hesitation, "I fear there may be a trap."

"That brat from the Abyss has slain 4 of our 1000 Dragon Lake’s half-step Earth Immortals. Since he clearly knows we would never pass up the chance to kill him, why would he still make a move?"

Upon hearing this, the several Earth Immortal Patriarchs couldn't help but nod in agreement.

The Elder of Flaming Torment also furrowed his brow slightly, yet he could not help but remark, "I believe he assumes that, since we are focused on dealing with the Verdant Stream Sect, we lack the capacity to take action against him."

"Perhaps that is 1 of the reasons."

The Elder in Violet Robes nodded slowly before speaking, "Currently, within the Ruins Immortal Alliance, there are at least 2 Earth Immortal-level combatants. I fear we may already be stretched too thin to divert any personnel to deal with him."

Patriarch Yanao’s eyes flickered slightly as he immediately declared, “It is said that the whelp of the Returning Abyss possesses 3 Dao Fruits and has the potential to break through to a 9-Calamity Immortal. This is our best chance to deal with him.”

"Regardless, we cannot let this opportunity slip by,

"Therefore, I suggest we mobilize a portion of our strength and join forces with several demonic clans to nip this threat in the bud."

At this point, Patriarch Yan'ao still cast his gaze toward the figure seated at the head of the hall.

He knew full well that among those present, the 1 who truly had the final say was the person seated at the head.

Before him stood not only the master of 1000 Dragon Lake, but also a supreme expert at the seventh level of Terrestrial Immortality—a truly formidable presence even within the vast expanse of the Western Qi Divine Abyssal Sea.

Unexpectedly, the master of the 1000 Dragons Lake did not make an immediate decision. After a moment of contemplation, he handed a letter to the assembly.

Everyone opened it to find the very scene of Eldrin's disagreement with Sun Ji.

"Hahaha, that Eldrin brat merely slew a single Earth Immortal elder and now fancies himself invincible, daring to defy all formidable foes."

Little did he know that the Great Tribulation was fraught with peril; even a Half-Step Celestial Immortal faced the risk of falling, let alone a mere 7-Tribulation Immortal like him.

Patriarch Flamesever roared with laughter and declared without hesitation, "With the Abyssal Infant leaving behind the 3 supreme guardians of the sun, moon, and stars, along with Daoist Skywind, their remaining strength is hardly worth fearing."

"When the time comes, this old man will take action personally. Killing him will be as easy as turning over my hand."

"Such arrogance is bound to bring about his heavenly tribulation and downfall."

The Elder in Violet Robes hesitated slightly upon seeing this and said, "The internal schism within the Abyssal Sea is undoubtedly a great secret. He would surely guard it closely. How, then, did this information manage to leak out?"

The Lord of 1000 Dragon Lake observed the scene and spoke calmly, "Within the Abyssal Sea, there exist several Eldrin (Person Name)."

Among them was a demon immortal known as the Roc Demon Sage. This demon possessed the bloodline of the primordial Kunpeng, having simultaneously cultivated an immortal body and mastered the laws of dao. With the bearing of a Celestial Immortal powerhouse, he naturally refused to submit to any other.

He offered this information as a trade, demanding the 4 Supreme Post-Heavenly Spiritual Roots (Spiritual Root) in the hands of the Vanished Abyss Daoist upon completion of the task.

Upon hearing this, the several Dragon Clan Elders all breathed a sigh of relief.

The Elder of Blazing Pride let out a cold sneer before speaking, "4 stalks of supreme-grade Post-Celestial Spiritual Roots (Spiritual Root)—he truly dares to demand the heavens themselves."

"However, if we could eliminate Eldrin and eradicate the Abyssal Sea, 4 top-grade Post-Heavenly Spiritual Roots (Spiritual Root) would hardly be considered significant."

The Elder in Violet Robes observed the situation, yet still voiced his concern, "The credibility of this piece of information is only 80 percent."

The Lord of 1000 Dragon Lake observed the scene, then spoke: "Within the Sea of Returning Abyss, there exists a true dragon born from the manifested true spirit of a Yimu Azure Dragon."

"I once used the legacy of the Verdant Dragon of the Azure Wood as bait to secretly establish ties with him. I have already questioned him about this matter, and it indeed truly occurred."

At this point, the master of 1000 Dragon Lake continued, "Early this morning, Yuntai'ao came to me. He wishes to make a move and seize the Dao Origin of the Void-Returning Daoist."

"This..."

The Elder in Violet Robes’ expression shifted slightly. You Tai’ao was already an 8-Tribulation Demon Immortal, whose power rivaled that of an Earth Immortal. Should he advance further and achieve the 9-Tribulation Demon Immortal stage, he would undoubtedly become a pinnacle powerhouse across the entire Xiqì Shényuān Sea.

Thus, the moment Eldrin (Person Name) spoke, the matter was already beyond any room for maneuver.