Volume One: The Calamity of the Lich Chapter 188: Ao Qing Arrives at the Eastern Sea, Hongjun Mediates

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Mount Buzhou, Azure Lotus Dao Institute.

Blue Sky suddenly appeared, then gave instructions to Ao Qing.

“Ao Qing, go to the East Sea and warn that little bird. If his demon clan continues to be so arrogant, they will bear the consequences in the future!”

Although Blue Sky showed no trace of emotion, Ao Qing knew he was already extremely furious.

“Master, if he goes too far, how should I handle it?”

As a former member of the Dragon Clan, though he had long followed Qing Xuan, it was impossible for Ao Qing to claim he felt nothing for his kin. Having witnessed the tragic fate of the three clans, Ao Qing had no desire for the Dragon Clan to become embroiled in the demon clan’s ambition to dominate the wilderness.

“I trust your judgment. You were the first to follow me, and I have always been confident in your abilities.”

Blue Sky understood Ao Qing’s intentions, but since Ao Qing had been by his side, he handled matters skillfully and maintained his integrity. Blue Sky did not mind if Ao Qing acted in his name within certain principles, considering his own interests.

“Thank you for your trust, Master. I will not disappoint your expectations.”

After expressing his gratitude, Ao Qing stepped with renewed enthusiasm into the spatial channel he had opened.

Once Ao Qing departed, Blue Sky gazed at the heavens with a cryptic look.

“I had hoped for the wilderness to grow strong, to leave seeds for the future, but now it seems it will not be so easy.”

Regarding the Dragon Clan’s plight, Blue Sky sensed an invisible hand was maneuvering events behind the scenes.

Meanwhile, in the East Sea, Taiyi watched the Dragon Mother with amusement.

“Oh? If that’s the case, can you even call yourselves dragons anymore? You might as well be mudfish—quite fitting, wouldn’t you agree?”

The demon clan behind him erupted in laughter, jeering at the Dragon Mother and the denizens of the Dragon Palace.

“You!”

The Dragon Mother nearly lost restraint, ready to crush Taiyi.

At that moment, a gentle voice reached her ears.

“Ao Qing of the Azure Dragon Clan greets the Dragon Mother!”

He then addressed Taiyi and the gathered demon clan coldly.

“By the will of the master of Mount Buzhou, the Dragon Clan suppresses and governs the four seas, tending the waterways, and will no longer contend for dominance in the wilderness. Therefore, the demon clan is ordered to withdraw at once; those who defy will be slain!”

After Ao Qing spoke, he calmly regarded the myriad demon cultivators.

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Taiyi, hearing these words, felt a sudden obstruction in his throat.

“Ha! You’re so skilled at dressing up your excuses. You seized a treasure from me back then, and now you come to oppress my demon clan. Are you saying the entire wilderness must bow to Mount Buzhou?”

Taiyi laughed maniacally, fixing his gaze on Ao Qing.

“If you hadn’t provoked us, things wouldn’t have come to this! Heaven revived you for your mission. The master spared you further punishment. Not only are you ungrateful, you dare speak so arrogantly!”

“Heh, say what you will—power decides everything. Why bother with pretense?”

“Enough! The Dragon Clan has its own mission, not to fulfill your demon clan’s ambitions. Withdraw now, and I’ll pretend today never happened!”

Ao Qing finished, revealing his late Hunyuan realm strength, his intention clear: to prevent the demon clan from achieving their goal.

“Fine! Let one of your Dragon Clan fight me to the death. If I win, your clan obeys the Celestial Court; if I die, the matter ends here!”

Taiyi looked at the Dragon Palace members with bold arrogance.

“Very well, I’ll oblige you.”

“Anyone else, but not you!” Taiyi quickly interrupted upon hearing Ao Qing.

“Why not? I am still a member of the Dragon Clan, am I not?”

Ao Qing was immediately displeased by Taiyi’s refusal to fight him.

“You belong to Mount Buzhou now! How can you call yourself a dragon?”

Taiyi mocked Ao Qing.

“I am of the Azure Dragon Clan. You think you can decide my heritage with just your words? Are you afraid to lose? If so, why propose a duel?”

“Indeed! Your demon clan is part of the Celestial Court after all!”

Ignoring Taiyi’s opinions, Ao Qing stepped forward to stand opposite him.

“Hurry up, don’t be a sore loser! Otherwise, people will look down on your demon clan.”

Seeing Taiyi’s reluctance, Ao Qing’s expression darkened.

Taiyi, seeing this, could only grit his teeth and step forth.

As their battle began, Taiyi released his slayer-corpse avatar. Ao Qing, unfazed, refrained from using any spiritual treasures, while Taiyi unleashed all his magical artifacts.

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As Taiyi’s Eastern Emperor Bell was about to strike Ao Qing, dense Dao rhythms flowed around Ao Qing’s body.

He met Taiyi’s spiritual treasure with the strength of his own flesh.

“This fellow is far too arrogant, daring to withstand the Eastern Emperor’s innate spiritual treasure with his body!”

The demon cultivators sneered at Ao Qing’s actions.

Yet, to their disappointment, when Taiyi’s artifact struck Ao Qing, he caught it effortlessly.

“It’s said the Dragon Clan possesses the strongest bodies among countless races, but I didn’t expect this one to be so formidable.”

What they didn’t know was that Ao Qing had long tempered his body with chaotic energy while cultivating on Mount Buzhou, resulting in this scene.

“Damn it, not only is his power immense, even his body is unmatched!”

Taiyi’s face darkened with fury.

“To fight me and dare be distracted!”

Ao Qing felt insulted by Taiyi’s lack of seriousness.

As Ao Qing’s fighting spirit surged, Taiyi ordered his slayer-corpse avatars to attack with their treasures.

Three figures attacked from different angles, yet Ao Qing showed no emotion.

He unleashed his full strength, swiftly sending Taiyi flying.

Taiyi suffered grievous wounds, and both avatars nearly dissipated, forced to retreat into his primordial spirit for restoration.

“You’ve lost. Fulfill your promise. I’ll spare your life this time. Remember: no matter what your demon clan thinks, you are not to target the Dragon Clan again. Next time, things won’t be so lenient!”

Ao Qing shot Taiyi a sharp look and warned the demon clan.

Just then, a powerful aura emerged in the East Sea Dragon Palace.

“Greetings, Dao Ancestor!” All the dragon and demon clan members stepped forward in reverence.

“The Dragon Clan failed in the ancient struggle and has lost the right to contest dominance in the wilderness. In recognition of your service in suppressing the four seas and tending the waterways, you may henceforth roam the wilderness freely. The demon clan’s transgression today shall be punished!”

As Heaven’s Dao, Hongjun, spoke, the Dragon Clan felt their shackles loosen.

For the demon clan, however, a new shackle appeared—still invisible, yet the sensation lingered ominously in their hearts.