One never knew when someone bold and reckless might take a fancy to the idea of targeting the Dragon Palace, especially given the recent events in the Northern Sea that were still vivid in memory.

"Your Majesty, Heavenly King Li, leading the Heavenly Army, has engaged in battle just outside the Eastern Sea, shaking the surrounding lands," reported a Crab General, rushing to deliver his message.

"Li Jing, who else in the Eastern Sea is worthy of the personal intervention of the Commander-in-chief of the Three Armies?" Ao Guang muttered to himself.

It was well known that Li Jing’s status in the Heavenly Court was extraordinary, and he would not take action lightly. If he took the field, it meant that the Jade Emperor’s attention was also focused here.

At this thought, the cautious Old Dragon King could not sit still. He had to see what the situation was and whether he should demonstrate his loyalty to the Heavenly Court.

"Your Majesty, I do not know when, but a large island has appeared in the Eastern Sea. There is a person dressed in Purple Clothes there who is indeed formidable, and even the Lord of Three Tanhai Association was no match for him," the Crab General continued.

For the Aquatic Races of the Eastern Sea, the most impressive masters in the Three Realms were none other than the Great Sage Equalling Heaven and Nezha.

In particular, this Lord of Three Tanhai Association, who in the past gruesomely skinned and deboned the Third Prince, was infamous and his brutal reputation had always circulated in the seas.

However, this fierce person was beaten handily by the one in Purple Clothes, leaving everyone in shock.

"A large island, dressed in Purple Clothes," Ao Guang muttered.

His mind raced, and soon he connected it to the Eastern King.

"So it’s that esteemed Emperor. No wonder, no wonder," Ao Guang murmured softly.

Although not strong, Ao Guang was a well-known perennial, and he recognized Eastern King, who had once commanded the male immortals of Heaven and Earth. After all, before the Jade Emperor emerged, everyone thought this Immortal would be the future ruler of the Three Realms.

Who would have thought that the Jade Emperor, then still obscure, would rise against all odds, ultimately overthrowing the Eastern King and securing the position of Heavenly Emperor, a feat that shocked countless people at the time.

Because of this, even though the Jade Emperor had maintained a low profile for many years, many still feared this Supreme ruler of the Three Realms, as too many miracles had occurred with him.

But even in defeat, the strength of the Eastern King was undeniable. In those days, his Purple Silk Fairy Garment was impregnable to spells, a charisma that even now Ao Guang remembered vividly.

"Let’s go, let’s have a look outside."

After speaking, he strode out of the Dragon Palace, curious about this significant event and wanting to see the situation for himself.

When Ao Guang quietly surfaced, he saw Yingzhou Island and the Heavenly Army already fiercely engaged in battle.

At that moment, the battle had intensified to a fever pitch, with war cries echoing across the skies. Even from a distance, Ao Guang could hear them clearly.

The sheer gruesomeness of the scene left the worldly-wise Old Dragon King speechless.

Watching the Heavenly Court’s performance, Ao Guang couldn’t help but think, "People often say the Heavenly Court is weakening, but truly, a dying centipede wriggles for miles. The Heavenly Court’s strength still reigns supreme in the landscape of the Three Realms."

Though the Heavenly Court was strong, Yingzhou Island’s performance was not the slightest bit inferior. Although they were much fewer in number, each of their warriors was extraordinarily powerful, matching the Heavenly Army blow for blow.

The brilliance of their spells intermingled, and every clash produced violent aftershocks, causing the nearby Aquatic Races to flee in panic. The entire sea became eerily quiet.

Among them, the performance of the Eastern King was particularly dazzling, as he entered the ranks of the Heavenly Court clad in a Purple Mist Garment, as if entering a realm devoid of people.

The Purple Silk Fairy Garment, impervious to all spells, protected him so well that no spell or weapon could come within half a step of the Eastern King.

Each of his moves sent the Heavenly Soldiers and Generals into disarray.

As the battle reached a critical point, Taoist Qingyun quietly arrived in the great hall with a group of young disciples.

"Uncle Qingyun, where are we going?" a curious disciple asked.

Now, amid the great battle, they felt their blood boil, eager to rush forward to assist their masters and uncles, yet they were unexpectedly led here by Taoist Qingyun.

"Where are we going? I’m sending you away from here," Taoist Qingyun said with a stern face.

"Leaving? Is Uncle planning to make us flee?" someone suddenly exclaimed loudly. 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

Their words were filled with anger. Being in the prime of their youth and chosen by the Eastern King as seeds of Yingzhou Island, their loyalty was unquestionable.

In the current situation, they naturally refused to be deserters and clamored to share the fate of Yingzhou Island.

Looking at their young faces, Taoist Qingyun was filled with emotion. He too wished it could be different, but the seeds of Yingzhou Island had to be preserved.

This battle promised little luck, and if all these young people were to perish here, the legacy of Yingzhou Island would also be lost. Perhaps in hundreds of years, no one within the Three Realms would remember that such a place or such people ever existed.

He surveyed everyone, then rebuked loudly, "All of you, be quiet! Do you think I do not know what you are saying? ’Shall share the fate of Yingzhou Island, virtuous and righteous,’ but have you thought, if we all die here, what will happen to the legacy of Yingzhou Island, who will seek revenge for our fallen brothers and sisters?"

"I’m telling you to leave, not to be deserters, but to preserve the seed of Yingzhou Island, to seek revenge for Yingzhou Island," Taoist Qingyun said gravely.

Under his stern gaze, those who were initially agitated were instantly silenced. They acutely sensed the grief in Taoist Qingyun’s tone.

"Remember, once outside, do not claim to be disciples of Yingzhou Island, do not strive to stand out, just quietly wait for the opportunity, wait for the day the Heavenly Court declines," Taoist Qingyun said with deep concern in his tone.

These people would be the seeds of Yingzhou Island, the sparks of its fire, the swords of future revenge against the Heavenly Court.

Having calmed everyone’s emotions, Taoist Qingyun then led them to a secret passage behind the great hall. He took out a golden seed wrapped in flames and slowly recited an incantation, soon a glowing secret door appeared in front of everyone.

"Once you pass through this door, you will arrive at an unknown place. This transmission is random, so no one can trace your location. Your duty is to hide well and wait for my summons," Taoist Qingyun cautioned finally.

After saying this, he let the young people pass through the Light Gate, venturing into the unknown afar.

Only after the last person had disappeared into the Light Gate did Taoist Qingyun finally let out a sigh of relief. Thankfully, the secret had not been revealed, or Yingzhou Island would have been completely destroyed.

He turned back for one last look at his homeland. At that moment, Yingzhou Island was covered with dark clouds, and the deafening sounds of battle filled the air everywhere.

With a deep sigh, Comrade Qingyun walked into the Light Gate without looking back.