"No need for formalities."
Xu Chuan smiled slightly. He had just used his system to observe and found that with Du Hengyu's talent and potential, he was very likely to break through to the Emperor Realm. As for how far he could go on this path, Xu Chuan couldn't see clearly yet. But he didn't mind giving some assistance to this former quasi-Saint Son.
Afterward, Xu Chuan turned around and looked at the warships and the disciples and elders on them, exuding a killing aura. He announced loudly, "On this journey to the Southern Domain, I hope you will slay more demons and improve your strength."
"It is time for my Taiyi Sacred Land to display its divine might!"
"And you are the pioneers of the Sacred Land. Your names will be remembered by countless people!"
Having said that, Xu Chuan paused again and continued, "On this journey, you can go all out without worrying about any problems."
"Behind you, there are Sacred Land elders to protect you. If the elders cannot resolve something, there are others, or I will act!"
"Do not fear death. As long as your souls are not scattered, I can bring you back!"
Xu Chuan was not boasting. With his current realm, as long as the soul remained, he could instantly condense a new body for the other party, returning them to life. Of course, their cultivation would be slightly reduced. But these were minor flaws that no one would mind.
Upon hearing this, all the martial artists of the Sacred Land showed stern expressions. A chilling killing intent shot straight into the sky. The Sacred Land had invested so much time and effort in cultivating them, and they were eager for a battle to prove their worth. This trip to the Southern Domain was the best opportunity! Moreover, they didn't have to worry about life-or-death crises! It was essentially a chance to gain experience. This made each of them surge with fighting spirit. Their gazes towards Xu Chuan were firm and filled with fervor.
"Sacred Son is mighty!"
At this moment, everyone shouted in unison.
Seeing that the emotions had reached their peak, Xu Chuan announced, "Then, let us depart!"
"Alright." Du Hengyu nodded, then began to control the warship, breaking through the void towards the Southern Domain.
Feng Qingyang stood beside Xu Chuan, silent all along. However, his eyes always held a deep sense of worry. It was only after the warship broke through the void that his worry lessened. With Xu Chuan's intervention, the Undying Volcano would surely be safe.
In the Grand Hall of Taiyi, Xuan Sa watched the disappearing warships, a flicker of anticipation in his eyes.
"My Taiyi Sacred Land will rise from today onwards!" he murmured. His voice was faint, but in the vast and lonely hall, it sounded incredibly loud.
The earth-shattering scene of the Taiyi Sacred Land's warships departing for the Southern Domain spread widely throughout the Eastern Domain. The surviving forces, witnessing this, lamented, "There is no one who can stop the Taiyi Sacred Land now!"
Indeed, it was true. With Xu Chuan, the invincible Sacred Son, the Taiyi Sacred Land now stood at the pinnacle of Xuantian. And just a few days ago, news broke that Xuan Sa, the Holy Lord of Taiyi, had also broken through to the Emperor Realm. Now, with two Emperors in the Taiyi Sacred Land, who in all of Xuantian could match them? Even the Xuantian Sacred Land, which dominated the Central Domain, could hardly achieve such a feat even at its peak.
Thinking this, their hearts stirred with strange thoughts. The demon invasion was currently powerful. Although the Eastern Domain had been temporarily pacified, more demons would undoubtedly appear later. They could barely resist the demons that had already appeared; what would they do in the future?
Unanimously, they thought of a solution: to seek refuge with the Taiyi Sacred Land! To become an affiliated sect under the Sacred Land! Forces that had enmity with the Taiyi Sacred Land or Xu Chuan had either been annihilated by Xu Chuan after he killed all their strong practitioners, or had fled during the first wave of demon invasion. The remaining forces were those that had a good relationship with the Taiyi Sacred Land, or those with no conflict. They reasoned that if they wholeheartedly pledged allegiance to the Taiyi Sacred Land, they would likely receive protection.
Without delay, the leaders of these factions, harboring the same idea, set off towards the Taiyi Sacred Land with their remaining disciples and sect resources. Of course, Xu Chuan was unaware of all this for the moment. He was leading his team towards the Undying Volcano. They would reach it before long.
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Meanwhile, the Southern Domain had already been transformed into a paradise for demons. Within the territories of the Sanyang Sacred Land and the Myriad Demon Land, countless dark clouds drifted across the sky, obscuring the sun and reducing its brilliance to a mere glimmer. Within the dark clouds, one could vaguely see numerous hideous demons. They had ugly appearances, fangs, and were bloodthirsty and frenzied. They were enveloped by endless demonic energy and soaring killing intent. Wherever they passed, the land turned to scorched earth. Whether it was humans, demons, or even vegetation, any living being that could be seen became food for these demons. It was truly brutal!
The source of all this was located at the former core of the Sanyang Sacred Land. There, a passage, twice as large as the two-realm passage outside the Taiyi Sacred Land, was continuously spewing out demon claw soldiers. Since the Sanyang Sacred Land defected to the demons, all the humans within the Sacred Land had transformed into demon-humans, slaughtering and devouring the humans within the Sacred Land alongside the demons. After the humans within their own territory were completely devoured, they turned their gaze towards the neighboring Myriad Demon Land. Although the controller of the Myriad Demon Land was a peak Half-Emperor realm demon, it was no match for the Sanyang Holy Lord, who had become a Demon-Emperor. Soon, the entire Myriad Demon Land fell. Some powerful demons joined the demon race. The rest became food for the demons to strengthen themselves.
Now, the Great Desolate Imperial Dynasty and the Undying Volcano faced a similar situation. However, the Great Desolate Imperial Dynasty, bolstered by the dynasty's destiny and protected by the human dao array, was temporarily difficult for the demons to breach. Therefore, the Sanyang Holy Lord turned his attention to the Undying Volcano. After devouring the Undying Volcano and becoming even stronger, he would then deal with the Great Desolate Imperial Dynasty. However, although the Undying Volcano was not as difficult to conquer as the Great Desolate Imperial Dynasty, it was still a top-tier force with some hidden trump cards. Coupled with the fact that the flames of the Undying Volcano had a restraining effect on demons, it had allowed the Undying Volcano to hold on until now, giving them the chance to send for Xu Chuan's help.
In the area covered by demonic energy, at the core, stood a massive structure with a style vastly different from the Xuantian Continent. Inside the hall of this structure, several ferocious demons with powerful auras were gathered, discussing something.
"Your Highness, Yang Zhou has sent word that it will be difficult to take down the Undying Volcano in a short period."
"The Undying Volcano is protected by an Emperor Armament, which he cannot break through for now."
A demon with a formidable aura spoke to the being of high standing in the hall.
"What a useless creature!"
"He only broke through to the Emperor Realm with our race's help, yet he can't even handle such a trivial matter."
"Go and tell him that he has three days to take down the Undying Volcano, otherwise, he will face my punishment!"