Chapter 2147: Resolute

"Old Bai, you're not talking through your hat, are you? A mere breakthrough to True God Realm could blast open the third seal?"

Bai Chen returned to the abyss and recounted what he had seen, immediately drawing doubts from other powerhouses.

A mere True God breaking through to Heavenly Sovereign, no matter how monstrous, could not possibly blast open the third seal!

After all, even a Ninefold Heaven Emperor couldn't breach that seal in the slightest.

"Heh, what an interesting lad! Not only did he blast open the seal, but he also discovered my presence. Oh, and boss, that kid has some connection with you! I think he's promising, so I left some opportunities for him on your behalf. Of course, if he ever goes astray, you can use them to restrain him." In the darkness, Bai Chen chuckled, too lazy to argue.

"Oh? From what you say, he is indeed an interesting little fellow. It's a pity we can't leave freely, or I'd really like to go see him. But from your account, this child is extraordinary; I'm afraid the Tongtian Realm is in for another upheaval." Another voice came from the dark abyss.

Bai Chen sighed softly and said, "The war of annihilation seems imminent. I didn't expect the cycle of heaven's way to begin again."

After the sigh, everyone fell silent, and the abyss returned to stillness.

...

At the Rain Dragon Stronghold, all the Heavenly Emperor powerhouses were present.

The entrance to the Dragon Eye Cave trembled violently and began to crack.

Each person's divine essence surged out as they joined forces to stabilize the seal.

But the powerful force erupting from within the seal made even the Heavenly Emperors turn pale.

It took seven or eight Heavenly Emperors working together to barely keep the seal from breaking.

Long Chi, pale-faced, gritted his teeth and said, "Damn it, the Dragon Eye Cave seal has never had problems before. Why is it making such a big commotion this time?"

The Dragon Lord, also pale, said, "Could it be that a powerful abyssal beast has been born inside and is attacking the seal? Is Xiao Chun inside... will he be alright?"

Long Chi sneered, "That's fine too. At least that kid is definitely dead! Hao'er, your spirit in heaven can rest in peace."

Long Zhi suddenly thought of something and spoke up, "Dragon Lord, this commotion... could it be caused by Xiao Chun encountering some danger?"

At these words, everyone's expression changed.

Clearly, this possibility was very likely.

"Hmph! A jinx indeed, can't even stay quiet in the Dragon Eye Cave!" Long Chi snorted.

The Dragon Lord's pretty face turned cold, and she said sharply, "Long Chi! Don't forget Xiao Chun's identity! The Dragon Eye Cave is under your charge, and your negligence has put Xiao Chun in danger. If this gets reported, can you bear the consequences?"

Long Chi's face changed slightly, and he dared not speak further.

"Huh? The fluctuations seem to be weakening!" Suddenly, Long Zhi spoke up.

Indeed, the intense fluctuations from within gradually diminished and finally stabilized completely.

The Heavenly Emperors finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Just then, a commotion arose outside the stone tower.

Long Chi, already in a bad mood, snorted, "Who's making noise here? Don't they know this is an important site of the stronghold?"

With that, he moved and vanished from the spot.

"Let me in! Let me in!" Lü'er tried to rush into the stone tower but was firmly blocked by the guards.

"If you cause trouble again, don't blame us for being rude!" a dragon clan guard said sternly.

The guards of the stone tower were all Heavenly Sovereign powerhouses; once they acted, Lü'er and the others were no match.

Lü'er, her face full of grief, gritted her teeth and said, "I beg you, just let me in! The young master hasn't come out for ten years; I want to go in and find him!"

In fact, for the past ten years, Lü'er had endured every day in agony.

If not for Ye Yuan's instructions and the ten-year agreement, she would have rushed into the Dragon Eye Cave long ago.

But as time passed, the ten-year deadline drew nearer, and the hope of Ye Yuan coming out grew slimmer, until she could wait no longer.

Yet the guards remained cold and unyielding, showing no leniency.

"We want to enter the Dragon Eye Cave; what business is it of yours? If the大人 doesn't come out, we'll go in and find him!" Ning Tianping said angrily.

A figure materialized and said calmly, "He's already dead inside. You don't need to go in."

It was Long Chi!

Lü'er glared at Long Chi with hatred, wishing she could devour him alive.

She knew it was this man who had sent the young master into the death trap of the Dragon Eye Cave.

"You're lying! The young master cannot die!" Lü'er screamed.

"Yes, the大人 is gifted with unparalleled talent; he won't be stymied by a mere Dragon Eye Cave!" Ning Tianping also said with indignation.

Seeing the despair in Lü'er and the others' eyes, Long Chi felt a surge of satisfaction.

This was exactly the result he wanted.

"Heh, a mere Dragon Eye Cave? You've been here ten years and still don't truly understand what the Dragon Eye Cave is! It seals countless abyssal beasts, each several times stronger than a human of the same rank. The air there is filled not with spiritual energy but with demonic aura. You can't cultivate in the Dragon Eye Cave, supplies are extremely scarce, and expended divine essence often can't be replenished in time before another abyssal beast attacks. How long do you think he can last in such an environment? Let me tell you, once a Heavenly Emperor was banished into the Dragon Eye Cave and never came out!"

Long Chi spoke at length, revealing all the horrors of the Dragon Eye Cave.

The more they heard, the heavier Lü'er and the others' hearts became.

In the end, they were nearly in despair.

They knew Ye Yuan was formidable, but no matter how powerful, even he would eventually run out of strength in such an environment.

Could Ye Yuan hold out for ten years?

"You... you're talking nonsense! If not for you, the young master wouldn't have entered the Dragon Eye Cave! I... I'll fight you to the death!"

Unable to contain herself, Lü'er leaped forward, and the very space seemed to freeze.

The others, including Gu Hong, all charged at Long Chi with grief and indignation.

But what kind of existence was Long Chi?

Such attacks were utterly insignificant before him.

"Hmph!"

Without moving, Long Chi let out a cold snort, which struck like a thunderclap against their hearts.

"Pfft!"

"Pfft!"

"Pfft!"

...

Several of them spat out blood simultaneously and were sent flying backward.

Before a Heavenly Emperor, even a Heavenly Sovereign was an ant, let alone them at only the True God Realm.

"Overreaching! If that brat hadn't forced me to swear a heavenly oath, you'd all be dead by now!" Long Chi snorted.

Though his face showed anger, Long Chi felt immense satisfaction inside.

Killing Lü'er and the others would be as easy as lifting a finger; they were mere ants to him.

But seeing their grief-stricken appearance brought him great pleasure.

Lü'er clenched her teeth, her gaze icy cold.

"In that case, I'll force you to kill me! Today, I'll die with you and avenge the young master!"

Without a moment's hesitation, Lü'er charged at Long Chi again like a moth diving into a flame.

"Yes, we'll fight you to the death! Since you dare not kill us, we'll force you to!" Ning Tianping shouted coldly and charged as well.