Fate-Defying Demon Emperor-Chapter 308 - 295: The First Step onto the Eastern Region Stage
In the distance, the mountains and forests disappeared, leaving only a vast expanse of roiling waves. An endless sea unfolded before him, seeming to merge with the sky.
Whitecaps bloomed on the water, and the tide surged with immense power. Fish occasionally leaped from the surface, showcasing their graceful forms. The blue sky, white clouds, and churning sea, all bathed in golden sunlight, formed a breathtaking painting.
Having always lived inland, this was Su Han’s first time seeing the ocean. As he gazed at the boundless horizon, his spirit seemed to expand with it. He could only think of one phrase to describe the East Sea spread out before him.
Where the sea ends, the sky is the shore!
"There are four great seas within the Desolate Heavenly Ancient Realm, each with its unique features," Tongyan began to explain, standing on the deck of the White Jade Dao Boat. "The East Sea is the largest of the Four Seas and is renowned for its sheer vastness."
"Moreover, the environment here is ideal, and the Spiritual Energy is rich. Consequently, a multitude of demon beasts inhabit these waters, and its resources are plentiful. This is one of the reasons the Dragon Clan chose to dwell here in the past."
She knew that Su Han hailed from Qingzhou and had never been to the East Sea. Since he was unfamiliar with the outside world, she had volunteered to act as his guide.
"Although the Dragon Clan no longer resides in the East Sea, many sea demons still do. Among them, the Jing Tribe is the strongest. This tribe possesses a trace of the Dragon Clan’s bloodline and is incredibly powerful, even boasting powerhouses at the Great Emperor Realm. They are one of the East Sea’s Immortal Emperor Clans."
"In the past, the Four Great Imperial Clans and the Ten Great Holy Lands of the Eastern Region dispatched a large number of their powerhouses here. They waged a great war against the various sea demon clans of the East Sea to secure the right to enter the Dragon Palace Ruins. This is a Dragon Blood Stone. With this, the sea demons here won’t attack you, and you’ll be able to enter the ruins!"
Tongyan handed him a Spirit Stone the size of a pigeon’s egg. The stone was a translucent, light red, with what looked like wisps of Dragon Blood drifting within, making it appear extraordinary. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚
Holding the Dragon Blood Stone, Su Han could feel a faint trace of Dragon’s Might. Though it was just an insubstantial wisp, it made him feel as if he were facing a True Dragon powerful enough to blot out the sun—a true deity!
The East Sea Dragon Palace Ruins were incredibly precious. The sea demons considered it their exclusive domain and did not permit outsiders to profane it. If the Eastern Region’s powerhouses hadn’t beaten them so severely back then, they likely would never have been willing to surrender the entry slots, allowing the Eastern Region’s prodigies to explore within.
Even so, the number of slots for the Eastern Region’s prodigies was extremely limited each time, making every single one priceless and invaluable. It was no small feat for Tongyan to have secured one for Su Han. Though Tongyan didn’t say it, Su Han could sense the weight of this favor; it was heavier than he had imagined.
"When the East Sea Dragon Palace Ruins open this time, it won’t just be prodigies from our Eastern Region. The sea demon prodigies of the East Sea will also enter, and their numbers might even surpass those of the Human Race, so you must be extra cautious."
"The sea demon races of the East Sea are numerous, but there are three dominant tribes. The first is the Jing Tribe. The second is the Shark Tribe. Although not as powerful as the Jing Tribe, they are all bloodthirsty and belligerent. Not only do they possess formidable individual Combat Power, but they also excel at coordinated attacks. If you encounter more than one of them, don’t hesitate; flee immediately."
"Ranked third is the Jellyfish Tribe. Their overall Combat Power is weaker than the Jing Tribe’s, and their individual strength doesn’t match the Shark Tribe’s, but they are the most fearsome assassins in the East Sea. They can merge with the seawater for perfect camouflage and possess the most Deadly Poison. Once struck, the chances of survival are slim to none."
Since this was Su Han’s first time in the East Sea and he was unfamiliar with everything, Tongyan was providing him with this information in advance to mentally prepare him for the variety of sea demons he would encounter in the Dragon Palace Ruins.
The Jing Tribe, the Shark Tribe, and the Jellyfish Tribe!
These three powerful tribes were all Immortal Emperor Clans, comparable to the Four Great Imperial Clans of the Eastern Region. The prodigies that emerged from them were in no way inferior to those from the Eastern Region. One could say that the opening of the Dragon Palace Ruins was a true feast for prodigies. Those who managed to distinguish themselves would be the most outstanding figures of this era.
Su Han wasn’t arrogant. He committed everything Tongyan said to memory, not daring to be careless.
"Due to special restrictions, only beings below the Supreme Realm can enter the East Sea Dragon Palace Ruins. Therefore, most of the participants are prodigies at the Divine Power Realm and Heavenly King Realm. You are only at the Sixth Layer of the Physique Realm, so you must be exceptionally careful."
"Once we’re inside the ruins, stick with me," Tongyan continued, looking out for him. "I have the Qi Observation Technique, which allows me to spot places of good fortune. As long as we are careful, we should be able to make some significant gains."
This time, her own goals were not ambitious; she just wanted to secure a few opportunities and then withdraw. As for the major opportunities, she wouldn’t dare pursue them lightly even if she could find them. After all, she was also only in the Divine Power Realm and was in no position to interfere in the struggles between top-tier prodigies.
"Among the sea demons of the East Sea, those three tribes are your main concern. As for our Human Race, you should also be aware of the Four Great Imperial Clans: the Lin Family, the Xiao Family, the Ye Family, and the Chu Family. If you can avoid provoking their prodigies, you should."
"Of course, the Dragon Palace Ruins are a sealed Great Emperor’s Void Realm. Generally, even Great Emperor Realm powerhouses cannot force their way in. This means that as long as you aren’t discovered, no one will know even if you kill someone. In every contest for opportunities, prodigies from the great clans are bound to fall."
Tongyan continued sharing some of the secrets of the competition between prodigies. Opportunity and danger often went hand in hand; obtaining an opportunity safely was nearly impossible. Besides, how could one become a top-tier powerhouse without experiencing tribulations? Thus, all the major powers were mentally prepared for both the competition among and the fall of their prodigies. Generally, as long as it wasn’t a key prodigy who had fallen or there wasn’t deliberate provocation, the major powers wouldn’t go out of their way to investigate.
Su Han nodded, engraving everything Tongyan had told him in his mind. This information was vital. It was his first time participating in a competition among prodigies, and the more he understood now, the more trouble he could avoid later.
During the three-day journey to the Deep-Sea Abyss, Tongyan constantly imparted various pieces of information and secrets to Su Han. Gradually, he gained a solid understanding of the various powers in the Eastern Region and the East Sea, as well as the unwritten rules of the competition among prodigies.
The three great tribes, the Four Great Imperial Clans, the Ten Great Holy Lands, and neutral factions like the Myriad Treasures Pavilion—Su Han was beginning to form a clear picture of the power dynamics of the East Sea and the Eastern Region.
Qingmo Province was far too small; it was merely a corner of the Eastern Region. The true scale of the region was far beyond his imagination. Although he had not yet stepped onto the grand stage of the Eastern Region, he was already taking part in the competition of its prodigies.
This time, it would be his first step out of Qingzhou and onto the stage of the Eastern Region!
Three days later, Tongyan announced, "We’ve reached the Deep-Sea Abyss! Prepare to dive!"
The White Jade Dao Boat then plunged into the sea, descending rapidly.
Dragon Palace Ruins, here we come!
