Chapter 2107 : Clash of the Sovereign and the Asura

"Sharp-tongued and venomous. I shall send you to your eternal rest."

Violet Night Demon Monarch descended into utter madness. He directly manifested his true demonic form, revealing himself to be an Eight-Armed Infernal Asura [a powerful demonic being from the Asura race, known for its immense strength and multiple limbs].

At this moment, each of the Violet Night Demon Monarch's eight arms wielded an Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme-grade magical artifact born from the primordial chaos]. There was an Innate War Spear, a Heaven-Slaughtering Blade, a Heaven-Rending Ancient Sword, and also an Asura's Wheel.

Simultaneously commanding these eight divine weapons, the Violet Night Demon Monarch pushed the power of his Unique True Form [a cultivator's ultimate manifestation of their personal Dao and power] to its absolute limit, charging forward with near-insane ferocity.

It had to be admitted, this Violet Night Demon Monarch was truly worthy of being the second greatest Divine General under the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor. Whether in combat talent or physical prowess, he was a figure that could shake the ages.

Now, with his full power Eruption [a technique to explosively release one's latent energy], his combat strength was enough to sweep across the six directions. An ordinary Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant would likely be utterly defeated in a single exchange under such an unrelenting assault.

Yet, Eldrin Chen showed not a shred of fear. Witnessing Eldrin Chen erupt with the full force of his physical body, he manifested the Abyssal Seal into the form of the Wu Earth Sovereign Emperor Bell [a legendary bell embodying the sovereign power of the earth element], then fiercely activated the supreme treasure to press down with overwhelming force.

"BOOM—"

With a deafening roar, the Violet Night Demon Monarch was forcibly suppressed upon the Chaos Dueling Platform [an ancient arena forged from primordial chaos], trapped and struggling to break free.

Then, Eldrin Chen turned his gaze across the surroundings and spoke with calm finality, "Why seek death so eagerly?"

"Boom—"

In that instant, Eldrin Chen unleashed a full-force punch, shattering the physical body of a Sage Ascendant on the spot.

Then, with a follow-up kick, he shattered an Innate Supreme Treasure into several pieces, the fragments impaling the Sage Ascendant and pinning him dead within the Heavenly Abyss.

Yet the Sages of the Foreign Realm remained arrogantly defiant. They attacked with their full might, summoning their Innate Supreme Treasure to suppress Eldrin Chen.

Hundreds of Innate Supreme Treasure soared into the air, unleashing a relentless, cascading bombardment that threatened to shatter the very fabric of the Heavenly Abyss.

Standing at the epicenter of the maelstrom, Eldrin Chen felt significant pressure under the full-force Eruption of his foes.

"Agh, die!"

Driven to the brink of utter frenzy, Eldrin Chen finally could no longer hold back. He invoked the sovereign authority of the Path of Self-Sacrifice.

Instantly, a full twenty-four manifestations of the Grand Dao Divine Form materialized, swirling around and empowering Eldrin Chen, forcibly elevating his combat prowess to a new, terrifying zenith.

"KABOOM—"

Thereupon, Eldrin Chen unleashed his full power with the Eruption technique. With a single, devastating strike, he suppressed the heavens, instantly sending the myriad Innate Supreme Treasure artifacts flying away.

In that instant, the expressions of everyone present changed drastically.

The Sages of the Northern Abyss were struck with terror. One among them trembled and said, "He has merged Sainthood through the Flesh with the Boundless Great Dao. He has shattered the Extreme Dao Barrier and has fully stepped into the Celestial Emperor Domain."

"Beneath the Celestial Emperor, I reign supreme!"

"Come forth and face me!"

Having defeated all his foes with a single move, Eldrin Chen's battle intent grew even more ferocious. He stood alone atop the boundless Ethereal Heaven, confronting a hundred Sage Ascendant from the Foreign Realm. His will was to fight until every last one of the Sages of the Foreign Realm bowed in submission.

After an immeasurable span of battle, the Sages of the Foreign Realm could endure no longer.

Through his own power alone, Eldrin Chen wrought such slaughter that the Sages of the Foreign Realm lay fallen, Dao Progenitors were broken, and even the one hailed as invincible, the Violet Night Demon Monarch, was slain within the depths of the Heavenly Abyss.

In the end, after more than forty Sage Ascendant had fallen in succession, the remaining Sages of the Foreign Realm finally lost all will to fight. One by one, they fled back into the Northern Shore of the Abyss.

It was not that their Dao Heart [the unwavering core of a cultivator's will and conviction] was utterly shattered, but that they understood any further struggle held no possibility of victory.

"It is finally over."

After the great defeat of the Sages of the Foreign Realm, Eldrin Chen slowly drew a deep breath, then feigned being covered in blood, presenting an image of having paid an immense price.

At the same time, the Primordial Demonic Ape approached, coming to a calm halt before Eldrin Chen.

"Can you still fight?"

"I can manage one more."

Leaning on the Heavenly Halberd, Eldrin Chen rose to his feet, his face pale as he looked at the Primordial Demonic Ape and said, "Had you intervened earlier, my victory might not have been assured."

"Your reserves are severely depleted. I should not take advantage of your weakness now, but... I have no other choice."

The Primordial Demonic Ape did not answer directly, merely shaking its head slightly as it spoke.

At this point, the Primordial Demonic Ape fell silent for a moment before continuing, "I said it long ago. Upon the Heavenly Abyss, we each serve our own masters. There is no need to hold back for the sake of past camaraderie."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen gave a solemn nod, his expression turning grave for the first time.

Primordial Demonic Ape let out a laugh. He drew his Primordial War Spear and soared into the air, his True Spirit Divine Form [a powerful projection of one's spiritual essence] slowly manifesting behind him.

"Hmm—"

In that instant, Primordial Demonic Ape struck with his full power, instantly merging with his war spear and unleashing the most extreme combat prowess of his entire life.

From the very beginning of this battle, Primordial Demonic Ape fought with his full strength unleashed, deploying every technique and means at his disposal from the outset.

He sublimated within this extreme outburst, each strike a full-power blow fueled by burning Blood Qi [the vital life force contained within blood], as if he intended to perish together with Eldrin Chen in a mutual exchange of life and death.

"Burning your very flesh and bones... you've gone mad."

Shocked to his core, Eldrin Chen immediately channeled his full power into the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd to meet the onslaught.

Yet Primordial Demonic Ape merely smiled, speaking with unsettling calm, "In today's battle, only one of us will walk out of here alive."

"I told you before—I will not hold back. You should not hold back either!"

"Boom—"

As the words fell, the Primordial Demonic Ape [a primordial beast of immense power and ferocity] brought its spear crashing down with devastating force. The extreme divine energy it unleashed pierced through Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd [a legendary halberd forged from the essence of primordial chaos], sending Eldrin Chen hurtling through the air.

At this moment, the Primordial Demonic Ape was burning its very blood and bones in a final, total Eruption [a supreme technique of explosive power release]. Its strength surged, nearly surpassing the absolute limit of what could challenge a Celestial Emperor [the supreme ruler of a heavenly domain, a pinnacle existence]. It seemed only a hair's breadth away from the realm of a Chaos Celestial Emperor [a Celestial Emperor who has mastered the primordial forces of chaos].

"Come! Fight! Let me understand the chasm between us!"

The Primordial Demonic Ape had descended into utter madness. It was completely immolating itself, engaging in a frenzied, ultimate battle through its Eruption.

A look of solemn gravity settled upon Eldrin Chen's face. He understood that the Primordial Demonic Ape sought only death in battle. Without hesitation, he pushed the Dao Authority [the supreme authority and power derived from one's comprehension of the Dao] of his Path of Self-Sacrifice [a profound cultivation art that draws power from sacrifice and resolve] to its absolute limit.

In that instant, twenty-four manifestations of the Grand Dao Divine Form [a supreme divine ability that materializes the wielder's comprehension of the Grand Dao] materialized and swirled around him, merging into his physical form. This fusion shattered the boundaries of the Celestial Emperor Domain [the conceptual realm of power belonging to a Celestial Emperor], elevating his physical combat prowess to an unprecedented peak.

This clash of ultimate extremes was akin to two supreme Celestial Emperors locked in a mortal struggle. The vast Chaos Sea [the primordial sea of chaotic energies at the beginning of creation] churned and boiled from their conflict. The boundless Primordial Chaos Abyss [the endless void from which all chaos emanates] itself seemed on the verge of being severed by the shockwaves of their battle.

"Kill! Kill! KILL!"

Lost in the frenzy of their extreme collision, both combatants fought with utter madness. Tens of thousands of exchanges passed in what felt like the blink of an eye.

Until a certain moment, the Primordial Demonic Ape [a primordial beast of immense power and ferocity] suddenly roared, soaring into the sky. It grasped the Primordial War Spear [an ancient weapon of immense destructive power] and stood imposingly atop the Heavenly Abyss [a chasm of unimaginable depth and power].

In that instant, the Grand Dao Divine Form [a manifestation of one's cultivation and connection to the fundamental principles of existence] behind it split into nine parts, only to fuse together again in the blink of an eye, coalescing into a single Great Dao Immortal Staff [a staff embodying the supreme principles of the Dao, a weapon of ultimate authority].

"Receive this strike of mine!"

With a furious roar, the Primordial Demonic Ape poured its very essence, spirit, and vitality into the Great Dao Immortal Staff, Eruption [unleashing with explosive, cataclysmic force] the most powerful blow of its entire existence.

"BOOOOOOM!"

In its wake, the Heavenly Abyss shattered, Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] itself fractured, and the endless River of Time and Space [the metaphysical flow that constitutes reality] began to disintegrate.

Facing this onslaught directly, Eldrin Chen understood with perfect clarity. This single strike from the Primordial Demonic Ape had transcended the ultimate limits of the Mortal Realm [the plane of existence inhabited by mortals and lower-level cultivators] and had utterly entered the domain of a Chaos Celestial Emperor [a sovereign being who commands the primordial forces of Chaos].

Even a being like the Grand Turbid Daoist [a powerful Chaos Celestial Emperor], should they attempt to block this blow head-on, would risk suffering grievous wounds.

Unless he revealed his Space-Time Divine Form [a supreme form granting mastery over the fabric of space and time] to evade the strike, or unless he exerted his full, unbridled power to meet it directly, Eldrin Chen too would be in grave danger of severe injury.

"SHIIIIING—!"

In the flash of lightning and spark of flint, Eldrin Chen chose to meet it with the most potent strike of Eruption [a divine ability focused on explosive, overwhelming force].

It was seen that Eldrin Chen struck with his full might, pushing the nine great divine forms of the Path of Self-Sacrifice [a profound cultivation art that channels power through personal sacrifice] to their absolute limit, while simultaneously driving the Chaos Primordial Divine Form [a divine form embodying the primordial essence of chaos] to its peak. Then, he Eruption forth a blow that could truly be described as earth-shattering and epoch-defying.

This single strike, unleashed by Eldrin Chen through the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd [a divine halberd forged from primordial chaos], collided directly with the rod of the Great Dao [the supreme, fundamental principle and path of cultivation].

"Clang—!"

After that instantaneous collision, the vast Primordial Chaos Abyss fell into profound silence.

Following this, the waters of the Vast Chaotic Sea violently contracted, the center of the battlefield seeming to be swallowed by a black hole.

Then, a shockwave erupted and swept outward, instantly piercing the boundless Heavenly Abyss. Endless torrents of the chaotic Chaos Sea Waters surged forth, flooding into the shores of both the Southern Abyss and the Northern Abyss.

Only when everything settled did the onlookers see, standing proudly in the heavens at the battlefield's center, the Primordial Demonic Ape [a legendary, ancient demon beast of immense power].

As for Eldrin Chen, he was half-kneeling on the ground, his face drained of all color, etched with extreme pallor.

"In this battle, I prevailed by half a move. A pity that my wish remains unfulfilled."

The Primordial Demonic Ape slowly opened its mouth, revealing a faint smile tinged with a trace of regret.

But before the Sages of the Northern Abyss could feel elation, they witnessed the Primordial Demonic Ape's physical form completely disintegrate, turning into motes of dust that vanished into nothingness.

It turned out that the Primordial Demonic Ape had won that half-measure of victory by paying the ultimate price—its own utter annihilation.

"*Cough—*"

Eldrin Chen spat out a mouthful of blood before slowly rising to his feet.

He gazed at the dissipating form of the Primordial Demonic Ape and sighed, saying, "To refuse to attack the few with the many—this is the enduring pride of a noble spirit, a loyalty as vast as the heavens."

"To choose death over failing to vanquish me—this is the crimson courage of an unwavering heart."

"You, sir, embody both loyalty and righteousness, truly worthy of the title First Divine General of the Foreign Realm."

"A pity... that we are opponents."

Eldrin Chen let out a soft sigh and finally, slowly, collected the Primordial Demonic Ape's war spear.

Having completed this step, he rose calmly to his feet and surveyed his surroundings. Within the Void [a profound state of emptiness and potential], several towering, majestic figures had materialized without his notice.

To the left, a figure rode upon the Lunar Moon Wheel [a mystical artifact shaped like a wheel of pale moonlight]. To the right, another gripped the Chaos War Spear [a spear imbued with primordial, disorderly power].

Before and behind him stood a woman of peerless grace and beauty, and a sinister man with a precious gourd hanging at his waist.

"Lunar Demon Sovereign, Prison-Suppressing Demon Sovereign, Seven Emotions Demon Sovereign, and Evil Spirit Monarch,"

Eldrin Chen spoke slowly, his expression one of utter composure. "I never imagined the four of you would join forces to deal with a mere Sage Ascendant [a cultivator who has ascended to the threshold of Sagehood] like myself."

"A Sage Ascendant? You are far more than that,"

Lunar Demon Sovereign replied, his gaze settling calmly on Eldrin Chen. "I offer you one final chance. Join the Northern Abyss Foreign Domain [a powerful and mysterious demonic realm], and I shall let today's transgression pass."

"Join you?"

Eldrin Chen let out a cold laugh. "I have never cultivated a habit for servitude."

"You refuse the wine of honor, so you shall drink the wine of punishment. You seek your own demise!"

The Lunar Demon Sovereign [the sovereign ruler of lunar demonic forces] immediately took action, summoning forth the Lunar Moon Wheel [a divine wheel imbued with the power of the moon] as if to utterly annihilate Eldrin Chen.

Yet, at that very moment, a faint tremor resonated from within the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation], and several figures whose might shook the Myriad Heavens [the countless realms and celestial domains] strode forth.

Eldrin Chen turned to look, and beheld that within the Vast Chaotic Void [the boundless expanse of primordial chaos], several indescribably supreme beings had appeared, their arrival unnoticed until now.

Among them were the Ant Celestial Emperor, the Grand Nirvana Divine Emperor [the Divine Emperor of the Great Nirvana], the Vast Void Dao Progenitor, the Grand Pot Dao Progenitor, and some seven or eight other Chaos Celestial Emperor [supreme rulers born of the primordial chaos].

Now, these Chaos Celestial Emperor stood firm within the Void [the conceptual space of emptiness and potential], subtly encircling the assembled group.

After surrounding the Sages of the Foreign Realm [the enlightened masters from the alien dimension], the Ant Celestial Emperor spoke with calm authority, "Your Foreign Realm [the alien dimension] boasts many Celestial Emperor [beings who have ascended to the pinnacle of celestial power]. Why have only four come today?"

"You have arrived."

Contrary to all expectations, faced with the assault of seven great Celestial Emperor, Lunar Demon Sovereign and the others showed no surprise. Instead, a faint, knowing smile touched their lips.

Seeing this, the Evil Spirit Monarch [the monarch ruling over malevolent spirits] gazed deep into the Southern Abyss [the fathomless chasm in the southern reaches] and said, "By my reckoning, the great war has now raged for thirty Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration, often involving cataclysmic tribulations]. Their preparations should be nearly complete."

"Since you have now revealed yourselves, the moment to act is upon us."

Even as he spoke, Eldrin Chen suddenly noticed that Lunar Demon Sovereign had, at some unknown moment, crushed a jade talisman in his hand.

"Trouble!"

In that instant, everyone present sensed the impending danger and turned their gazes towards the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss.

They saw that from the vast Depths of Chaos within the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss, precisely at the location of the Three Poles Origin Domain, dozens of overwhelmingly powerful auras suddenly erupted.

In a flash, fierce combat erupted between the two sides. The roars of supreme powerhouses shook the heavens, yet their auras plummeted with terrifying speed mere moments later.

"Disaster!"

The expressions of all present changed drastically, and they immediately surged towards the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss.

Eldrin Chen followed closely behind, trailing the seven Celestial Emperor as they traversed the Heavenly Abyss and sped towards the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss.

Perhaps realizing that the four of them alone could not stop these seven, the four Celestial Emperor from the Northern Abyss did not attempt to block their path this time. Instead, they wore expressions of absolute confidence, following closely all the way into the heart of the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss.

The group tore through the void, arriving swiftly outside the Three Poles Origin Domain. In an instant, every face among them paled with shock.

Eldrin Chen swept his gaze across the scene and immediately realized that the Three Poles Origin Domain had been torn asunder by nearly half at some point, clearly having become the site of a war of unimaginable carnage.

At the heart of the battlefield stood close to thirty Chaos Celestial Emperor [supreme rulers of the Chaos Realm].

On one side, Sage-King of the Grand Abyss, the Primordial Beginning Dao Ancestor [the progenitor of the Primordial Beginning lineage], and the Primordial Beginning Divine Emperor [the Divine Emperor of the Primordial Beginning lineage] stood shoulder to shoulder, accompanied by Blazing Zenith Ember. Conspicuously absent were the figures of Grand Turbid Divine Emperor and the Purple Tenuity Divine Emperor [the Divine Emperor of the Purple Tenuity lineage].

Not far from them stood Blazing Zenith Ember, Azure Moon Empress, and Profound Desolation Celestial Emperor, united in their stance.

Facing them were the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor, the Seven Great Demon Sovereigns [the seven most powerful demon rulers], thirteen Chaos Celestial Emperor from the Foreign Realm [a hostile realm beyond the known cosmos], and even three Demon Race Celestial Emperor [Celestial Emperors of the demon race].

At this moment, Sage-King of the Grand Abyss, the Primordial Beginning Dao Ancestor, and the Primordial Beginning Divine Emperor all bore grievous wounds, their bodies marked by severe injuries.

Eldrin Chen hurried forward, supporting the Primordial Beginning Dao Ancestor as he inquired, "What happened?"

With a face etched in fury and profound gravity, Sage-King of the Grand Abyss spoke, "While your great battle raged, the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor circumvented the front, leading a force of twenty Celestial Emperor [supreme rulers of a heavenly domain] from the Foreign Realm in a surprise assault through the Primordial Chaos Desolate Sea [a vast, turbulent sea of primordial chaos]."

"No one could have foreseen that at the critical moment, the Solar Celestial Emperor [the Celestial Emperor of the Sun] would betray us, opening the gates of the Primordial Immortal Domain [the primordial realm of immortals] to let them slaughter their way in."

"Without the protection of his Chaos Dao-Field [a personal domain infused with Chaos Dao principles], Grand Turbid Divine Emperor's Daoist Abode [a cultivator's personal sanctum] was forcibly breached and he fell on the spot. The Purple Tenuity Divine Emperor was also suppressed and slain by the Solar Celestial Emperor."

Speaking to this point, Sage-King of the Grand Abyss said with profound despair, "The tide has turned irrevocably. The great momentum is lost."

In that instant, the faces of the various Celestial Emperor from the Southern Abyss paled, clearly having never anticipated this outcome.

They had prepared for a life-and-death struggle at the edge of the Heavenly Abyss, yet they could never have imagined that Solar Celestial Emperor would suddenly turn traitor, causing the mightiest Three Poles Origin Domain to crumble at the first touch.

Thinking of this, Ant Celestial Emperor wore an expression of utter disbelief and, with the frustration of one watching fine steel wasted, looked at Solar Celestial Emperor and said, "You have already broken through to the Half-Step Dao Union Realm. How can you possibly surrender without a fight?"

"You misunderstand,"

Solar Celestial Emperor smiled faintly, appearing side-by-side with Devouring Demon Emperor as if from thin air, then spoke. "The reason I was able to break through to the Half-Step Dao Union Realm was largely thanks to Fellow Daoist Devouring's assistance."

"My actions today are merely the fulfillment of a transaction. And all of you... you are merely the bargaining chips in my deal."

"Damn you!"

Ant Celestial Emperor nearly erupted in furious action but was restrained by the Grand Nirvana Divine Emperor standing beside him.

After restraining Ant Celestial Emperor, the Grand Nirvana Divine Emperor turned his gaze to the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor and declared, "Your strength is indeed formidable, Demon Emperor. However, conquering our Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss will not be so easily accomplished."

"You must understand, that Blazing Zenith Supreme would absolutely never tolerate your success."

"Your reasoning is sound, Fellow Daoist."

The Foreign Realm Demon Emperor gave a slight nod. His features were strikingly handsome, his posture tall and slender, possessing a magical charisma that made one feel an inexplicable sense of familiarity.

With a flick of his sleeve, he manifested an Ethereal Cosmos Ancient Mirror, which projected a scene of primordial Chaos.

All present looked up. Within the vast, ancient mirror's projection, they saw over a dozen figures whose auras seemed to dominate the Myriad Heavens.

A full thirteen supremely powerful existences encircled a single golden figure at the center.

Each of these thirteen figures radiated an aura of immense power, each at least at the Half-Step Dao Union Realm.

Among them, Eldrin Chen recognized several faces he had encountered before, including the Violet Firmament Immortal Sage.

"The Nine Dragons' Nest Lord, the Immortal Phoenix Empress, the Myriad Dao Divine Venerable, and even the Tian Ke Dao Progenitor—four top-tier Half-Step Dao-Unification experts are all gathered."

Witnessing this scene, the complexions of all the Celestial Emperor present in the hall changed dramatically.

The Grand Pot Dao Progenitor drew a deep breath and then spoke, "They are besieging Blazing Zenith Supreme."

Having said this, the Grand Pot Dao Progenitor could not help but look at the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor and ask, "Your scheme is truly profound, sir, to have persuaded thirteen Half-Step Dao-Unification [cultivators at the threshold of unifying their Dao] experts to lend their aid."

"It is nothing much," came the reply. "We have all suffered under Blazing Zenith Supreme for far too long."

The Foreign Realm Demon Emperor spoke slowly, his tone calm as he stated, "As the saying goes, one who upholds virtue gains ample support, while one who lacks it finds little."

"Blazing Zenith Supreme monopolizes the Ascension [the process of transcending to a higher realm of existence] channels, barring us from Ascension to the Dao Union Realm [the realm of unified Dao]. Uniting is our only choice."

"My breakthrough to the Dao-Union Supreme [the supreme realm of unified Dao] will mark the beginning of shattering Blazing Zenith Supreme's blockade, but it will certainly not be the end."

The Foreign Realm Demon Emperor spoke eloquently, a gentle smile gracing his handsome features as he turned his gaze to the assembled figures. "Fellow Daoists of Southern Abyss, we can indeed become allies."

"Once I first attain the Dao-Union Supreme realm, after my own breakthrough, I shall facilitate your subsequent ascensions."

"In this way, would we not all have a bright Weilai [Future] and the potential to break through to Dao-Union Supreme?"

Upon hearing these words, every person present revealed a flicker of temptation in their eyes.

The Celestial Emperors exchanged glances, their minds churning with unspoken thoughts.

They had to admit, the words of the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor were profoundly tempting, especially coming from his mouth.

It must be understood that although the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor cultivated the Demonic Path [a cultivation method aligned with demonic or destructive energies], he was by no means a malevolent figure. On the contrary, he possessed an exceptionally honorable reputation.

Since achieving his Dao [attaining his supreme cultivation path], every promise he had ever made had been faithfully fulfilled.

It was precisely for this reason that those thirteen Half-Step Dao-Unification [cultivators on the very cusp of unifying their cultivation with the fundamental Dao] had helped him block Blazing Zenith Supreme.

Considering this, Cosmos Extreme Progenitor God could not help but ask, "Are your words true, esteemed one?"

"Without the slightest falsehood,"

the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor declared with unwavering conviction, his voice suddenly tinged with a fervent zeal. "Moreover, what I seek is far from the paltry realm of a mere Supreme."

"In my youth, I suffered deeply from the hardships of the Mortal Realm [the world of ordinary, non-cultivating humans]. I swore an oath then to shatter every injustice within this cosmos."

"Those so-called Chaos Sovereigns and Dao-Union Supremes, their loftier cultivation is merely a consequence of being born earlier than us, nothing more."

"They seized the initiative, yet they seek to block our Path of Cultivation [the fundamental journey of spiritual and physical refinement undertaken by cultivators], resorting even to schemes and treachery to ambush us."

"We are born equal, each a peerless prodigy. It is the world's injustice, the imbalance of the Chaos [the primordial, formless state from which all existence emerged], that prevents us from advancing further."

"Therefore, I will not only break through to the Sovereign Realm, but I will also ensure that the infinite multitudes within the Chaos all possess the qualification to attain the Sovereign Realm."

"If you follow me, in the days to come, I shall lead you to shatter all unfairness, to knock together upon the gates of the supposedly impossible Boundless Realm, and together we shall change, nay, forge history itself."

"Well spoken."

The Solar Celestial Emperor [a supreme title for an emperor whose power and authority are likened to the sun] spoke at the opportune moment, looking at the assembly. "The words of Brother Devouring are also the sincere thoughts of my own heart. Otherwise, I would not have allied with him."

"Fellow Daoists, why should we not unite to break this injustice? In the future, let us together tread the Dao-Union Supreme Realm [a legendary cultivation realm representing the supreme union with the fundamental Dao], and even ascend to the Boundless Sovereign Realm [the ultimate, limitless realm of a true sovereign]?"

A heavy silence fell upon the group, leaving them momentarily at a loss for words.

The ideals of the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor were too lofty. By comparison, those from Southern Abyss [a specific, often perilous region within the vast Chaos] seemed rather self-centered.

Even if they wished to refute him, the precedent set by the Solar Celestial Emperor, who had broken through to the Half-Step Dao-Unification Realm [a profound state halfway to complete union with the Dao], lent immense credibility to the words of the Foreign Realm Demon Emperor.

Foreign Realm Demon Emperor [a powerful demonic ruler from a foreign dimension] merely smiled, then turned his gaze toward Eldrin Chen and inquired, "Young friend, your talent shakes the ancient and dazzles the present. Would you be willing to stand with me, to sweep across the Primordial Chaos Desolate Sea [the primordial, chaotic, and desolate expanse of the cosmos] side by side, and shatter all this injustice for all living beings?"