"I think... you might as well stay for now. If I want to find you in the future, I can come directly. Moreover, the Immortal Realm is full of dangers, unlike this tranquil Immortal Island on the sea. You can cultivate here and improve your cultivation level."

Fang Bai gently advised the Dragon Maiden.

Upon hearing this, the Dragon Maiden seemed to let go of a heavy burden in her heart, breathed a sigh of relief, and nodded, "Alright... Yes, I will cultivate diligently on the island, and when I become stronger, I hope to lend you a helping hand. But you must remember to come and find me early."

Hearing that the Dragon Maiden was willing to stay, the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor, who had been extremely tense, was moved to tears.

Though her words implied that she would eventually leave with Fang Bai, he thought that Fang Bai would not return anytime soon. In the meantime, he could try to win over the Dragon Maiden, perhaps persuading her to stay on Fire Dragon Island forever.

"Elder Fang, why do you need to leave? Wouldn’t it be better to stay on Fire Dragon Island with the Dragon Maiden?"

Suppressing his excitement, the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor asked, puzzled.

Fang Bai had just mentioned wanting to take the Dragon Maiden away from Fire Dragon Island but did not specify the reason. The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor felt that if he didn’t understand fully, he wouldn’t be at ease with future cultivation.

Fang Bai and the Dragon Maiden exchanged glances, thought for a moment, and then said, "The situation is a bit complicated, hard to explain in a short time... Let the Dragon Maiden explain it to you after I leave."

Having stayed on Fire Dragon Island for over half a year, Fang Bai understood the temperament of the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor thoroughly and felt that even if his true identity was revealed, it wouldn’t matter.

Leaving the Dragon Maiden on Fire Dragon Island to strengthen ties with the immortals there would be advantageous when the time comes to rebuild the Emperor’s Palace and seek justice from the top forces.

Once Fang Bai decided to leave, he immediately did so, departing on a giant bird amidst a farewell from the Dragon Maiden and the leaders of Fire Dragon Island.

The Dragon Maiden’s Divine Sense followed Fang Bai until he flew out of its range, whereupon she sighed in relief and returned to the Island Master Hall with the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor.

"Dragon Maiden, tell me about Elder Fang... I always felt he was an immortal full of stories, someone I could never quite understand... Rest assured, whatever you tell me will stay between us. You know your master keeps his word."

Upon returning to the Island Master Hall, the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor eagerly began inquiring.

Fang Bai’s matter was crucial to whether the Dragon Maiden could remain on Fire Dragon Island, so he couldn’t help but be anxious.

He had already activated the Isolation Formation around the Island Master Hall, ensuring no other immortals could overhear their conversation.

"Master, of course, I trust you... It’s just that Fang Bai’s identity is rather extraordinary, so don’t be too surprised when you hear it..."

The Dragon Maiden and Fang Bai had mutual comprehension, and from Fang Bai’s parting words, she understood she could reveal some of his identity to the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor.

"It seems Elder Fang has quite an extraordinary identity! Go ahead, then. What kind of storms haven’t I weathered? Being surprised is out of the question..."

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor said with a chuckle.

The Dragon Maiden took a deep breath and softly said, "Before Fang Bai’s soul-scattering, he was the Emperor’s Palace Master, titled War Emperor..."

"Emperor’s Palace Master...titled War Emperor...Hmm?"

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor repeated, "Emperor’s Palace Master, titled War Emperor," before pausing, his eyes fixing on the Dragon Maiden in a daze, "What did you say?"

The Dragon Maiden knew the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor would react this way, so she raised her voice a little and repeated what she had said.

"Dragon Maiden, you’ve learned to jest..."

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor chuckled and nodded at the Dragon Maiden, but seeing her serious expression and recalling she had never spoken frivolously before him, he felt his throat go dry.

"How can it be... Elder Fang is so young..."

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor murmured.

He implied that Fang Bai’s appearance was youthful, whereas the one who established the Emperor’s Palace, known as War Emperor, had traversed the Immortal Realm for tens of thousands of years before perishing a thousand years ago. How could the two be connected?

The Dragon Maiden, helpless, replied, "Master, you didn’t hear me correctly. Fang Bai was besieged by eight top Immortal Emperors a thousand years ago, but he wasn’t annihilated; he possessed a body in the lower realm and cultivated anew, allowing him to return to the Immortal Realm..."

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor stood dumbfounded, staring at the Dragon Maiden without registering any reaction.

"Master... Master..."

The Dragon Maiden waved her hand in front of the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor, calling out loudly.

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor abruptly stood up, his eyes wide open, and exclaimed in a trembling voice, "Dragon Maiden... is what you said true?"

The Dragon Maiden replied, "Master, how could I possibly make up such things?"

"Soul possession and rebirth... Returning to the Immortal Realm... How could it be... This is too incredible..."

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor paced quickly around the Island Master Hall, occasionally stopping to scratch his head, muttering to himself constantly.

The Dragon Maiden understood that such matters were overwhelming for him, and it was normal to need time to process it. After he mumbled to himself for a while, she said, "We who ascended from the lower realm to the Immortal Realm are scattered all over this land. Fang Bai left because he wishes to find them quickly..."

"No wonder Elder Fang knows Alchemy, Artifact Refining, and Formation Arts... No wonder he possesses the Emperor’s Instruments... No wonder he helped you advance... If he is the reincarnated War Emperor, all this makes sense..."

The Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor recalled all of Fang Bai’s wondrous abilities and began to believe part of the Dragon Maiden’s words.

Only an Emperor Realm expert like War Emperor, unmatched through the ages, talented beyond measure, could possibly handle the Emperor’s Instruments with an Immortal Emperor Realm Cultivation and slay a pinnacle Immortal Emperor Realm expert.

Knowing Fang Bai’s true identity left the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor shocked beyond belief, with mixed feelings of joy and concern.

On the one hand, though War Emperor was not as strong as he once was, his past memories remained, and there was significant hope of reaching his former peak. As he was now a Tribute Elder of Fire Dragon Island and the Dragon Maiden’s immortal companion, having these connections meant that Fire Dragon Island could expect his support for revival.

On the other hand, if Fang Bai’s identity was exposed and top forces of the Immortal Realm discovered it, Fire Dragon Island would undoubtedly face disaster.

It was clear that the top forces of the Immortal Realm, each with their Emperor Realm experts, could not be compared to the mere Antarctica Immortal Emperor or the Nine-Headed Bird Clan.

"If the Dragon Maiden and I don’t reveal War Emperor’s identity, who will know? Should War Emperor’s power recover to his peak, with his influence in the Immortal Realm, not only would the surviving disciples of the Emperor’s Palace rally around him, but countless immortals would also follow his command. They should be able to contend with the eight top forces then?"

Thinking this, the Fire Dragon Immortal Emperor felt somewhat reassured and resolved to keep this astonishing news a secret from anyone, including other high-ranking members of Fire Dragon Island.