A few days later, the Undying Volcano returned to its usual tranquility.
With the protection of the formation, the battle had not caused much damage to the Undying Volcano.
Instead, it was the final melee, fueled by the excited crowd, that resulted in the demise of several clansmen.
After the battle, Feng Qingyang and Du Hengyu each led the disciples of the Undying Volcano and the Taiyi Holy Land to other parts of the Southern Region to continue their pursuit of the demon race.
As for Xu Chuan, he found a place within the Undying Volcano to begin his seclusion.
In the previous battle, he felt the bottleneck of his realm had loosened.
Coupled with the inner world he had obtained from the elder, Xu Chuan was highly confident in breaking through to the second-tier Emperor Venerable realm.
It had to be said that battle was a shortcut to breaking through realms, especially life-and-death battles.
However, this shortcut was not one that everyone could take.
With the slightest mistake, one's cultivation and treasures would become someone else's stepping stone.
The reason why Xu Chuan chose this critical juncture to break through was entirely due to the enemies he was about to face.
Having suffered two heavy losses, even the Demon Prince would find it difficult to bear.
Next time, it was likely that he himself would make a move!
And any Demon Prince appointed as the commander of the demon race's invasion of Xuanyuan would undoubtedly possess formidable strength!
If nothing unexpected happened, it would surely be a third-tier Demon Emperor, and perhaps even a peak third-tier!
Against such a powerful being, with Xu Chuan's current peak first-tier Emperor Venerable strength, it would be almost impossible to contend with!
Even though he could now defeat second-tier Demon Emperors as if they were mere children.
That was entirely because the opponent was just a clone, and could not exert the full power of a second-tier Demon Emperor.
Moreover, due to being summoned, many of its abilities were restricted.
Otherwise, even if he could win, it would not have been so effortless.
The gap between a second-tier Emperor Venerable and a third-tier Emperor Venerable was even greater.
It could be said that they were as different as heaven and earth!
Therefore, improving his realm and strength was the most urgent matter at hand.
Only by breaking through to the second-tier Emperor Venerable realm would Xu Chuan have the confidence to fight the Demon Prince!
After setting up a defensive formation and deploying the Golden Ancient Palace to isolate himself from the outside world's disturbances, Xu Chuan began his dedicated seclusion.
It is said that cultivation knows no time.
Even though Xu Chuan was on the verge of breaking through and held a great opportunity, this seclusion still took a full month.
One day, a month later, at Xu Chuan's place of seclusion.
Boom!
Suddenly, a world-shattering roar erupted into the sky, alarming everyone within the Undying Volcano.
"What happened?"
"Was there an earthquake?"
"Such a terrifying aura, emanating from within the clan, who is it?"
"Who else could it be? Besides Prince Xu Chuan, who else could possess such might?"
Everyone was drawn by the phenomenon of Xu Chuan's breakthrough, ceasing their activities to observe in silence.
When a powerful cultivator breaks through, being able to witness it up close is highly beneficial to one's own martial path.
If one could achieve enlightenment from it, it would be even more remarkable!
Before the first wave of phenomena had dissipated, an incredibly domineering aura swept out like a hurricane.
The defensive formation that Xu Chuan had originally set up shattered like glass under the impact of this aura.
Fortunately, the Golden Ancient Palace provided suppression in the end, preventing this domineering aura from spreading outwards.
Otherwise, the Undying Volcano that Xu Chuan had just subdued would likely cease to exist!
In that case, Xu Chuan would have nowhere to cry.
This also served as a wake-up call for Xu Chuan.
At his level, every breakthrough required him to find an absolutely safe place.
He absolutely could not break through within a holy land as he had now.
Otherwise, the aura emanating from his breakthrough would be a devastating blow to disciples with lower cultivation levels.
Following this powerful aura, brilliant golden light enveloped the entire Undying Volcano.
Within this resplendent radiance, a majestic figure could be vaguely seen.
This figure was none other than Xu Chuan!
"收!" (Shōu!)
Xu Chuan let out a soft cry, and the surrounding phenomena receded like a tide, returning to his body.
"Second-tier Emperor Venerable, achieved!"
Xu Chuan opened his deep eyes, with a hint of a smile and relief.
After refining that inner world, his realm, which was already on the verge of breakthrough, was finally achieved.
His divine soul, chaotic primordial energy, and sacred body had all improved.
Furthermore, the martial dao rules of the inner world were now completely perfected.
The next step would be to begin their transformation into laws.
When all the martial dao rules were transformed into laws, he would break through to the fourth-tier Emperor Venerable realm!
Xu Chuan's combat power had once again surged by leaps and bounds.
He was now countless times more powerful than before!
It could be said that if he were to face that demon emperor's clone again, it would not last a single move before perishing!
"Next, we wait for the Demon Prince to arrive!"
Xu Chuan stood up, his gaze fixed on the distance.
After his cultivation broke through, his premonition grew even stronger.
That premonition made Xu Chuan feel danger, but at the same time, it ignited a strong desire within him.
A desire for an evenly matched battle, a thrilling battle!
In Xuanyuan today, perhaps only the Demon Prince could satisfy his craving for combat.
Swish!
Xu Chuan's figure moved, transforming into a streak of lightning, soaring towards the outside of the Undying Volcano.
He hovered in the air, looking forward.
Not long after, thunderous roars echoed from the distant void.
Then, a sea of demonic clouds appeared.
Within the demonic clouds, the ferocious figures of countless demons could be faintly seen, their teeth bared and claws brandished, as if they intended to devour everything.
Even from a great distance, their terrifying malevolent aura and killing intent assailed them.
The sheer number of them indicated that this time, they had almost come out in full force.
Their purpose was to seek revenge on Xu Chuan!
"They're finally here!"
Seeing the endless sea of demonic clouds, Xu Chuan felt a surge of excitement.
If they hadn't come soon, he would have been tempted to march directly to the demon race's stronghold!
On the ground, the Taiyi warriors, who had already received Xu Chuan's summons, quickly assembled and stood ready.
Many elders also circulated their vital energy, their eyes filled with fierce determination as they watched the approaching demon race.
"Your Highness, all disciples and elders are assembled. Please give the order!"
Feng Qingyang approached Xu Chuan and bowed.
The aura emanating from Xu Chuan was becoming increasingly unfathomable to him.
Just by being near Xu Chuan, he felt a tremor of fear, as if a great crisis and terror were descending.
"Very good!"
"Today, I will make sure these demons all die here!"
"Not a single one left!"
As Xu Chuan's words fell.
The divine might of a second-tier Emperor Venerable he possessed, no longer suppressed, erupted forth.
With the Golden Ancient Palace above his head, boundless pressure descended upon the land.
"We swear to follow Holy Son Your Highness to the death!"
"Kill!"
Below, all the warriors shouted in unison, their battle intent soaring to the heavens, shaking the earth.