108: Blood Sea

Days passed, and Star Palace slowly recovered from the wounds of the great battle.

What needed to be repaired was repaired, what needed to be supplemented was supplemented, and the injured disciples had mostly recovered.

With Little Yingluo as the calming force, even though she spent most of her time playing and eating, the invisible Immortal Emperor's pressure she exuded ensured that no one dared to cause trouble again; even the spatial rifts in the void seemed to have stabilized considerably.

Lin Xuan could finally catch his breath, dealing with sect affairs while also agonizing over how to interact with his daughter, and incidentally pondering how to advance his late-stage Immortal Monarch cultivation.

His disciples weren't idle either, each of them cultivating with all their might.

The scene of the last Emperor's great battle was too terrifying, making them deeply realize that their meager Golden Immortal cultivation was still insufficient in the face of true powerhouses; even a slight aftershock could make them vomit blood.

Yun Qingyao, along with Leng Yuechan and Ye Chen, practiced daily, their sword lights crisscrossing, the cold air biting, and the Nirvana Sword Intent growing increasingly solidified.

Mo Sha and Kong Ming, one attacking and one defending, cooperated with increasing synergy.

Linglong and You Ye's illusions became even more unpredictable.

Su Yuan's computational power was almost catching up to a supercomputer.

Jin Bao and A Zi would often run off to the void to spar, practicing precise strikes.

Feng Qiqi, Qing Xuan, and Nuan Nuan, meanwhile, buried themselves in studying alchemy, purification, and spiritual plant cultivation, ensuring logistical support was top-notch.

Chu Xinghe was even more obsessed with array formations, reinforcing the sect's grand array again and again.

An urgent sense of 'I must become stronger' permeated the entire Star Palace.

Just then, Lin Xuan was in the back hall, guiding Little Yingluo on how to control her terrifying power so she wouldn't accidentally demolish the building, when the space in front of him suddenly rippled without warning.

A vast, majestic, yet subtly weary aura quietly descended.

Little Yingluo immediately sensed it, twisting her little head to look curiously at the ripples, her small hand instinctively about to rise.

"Yingluo, don't move!" Lin Xuan quickly pressed down his daughter's small hand.

He recognized this aura.

The next moment, a blurry phantom, condensed from immortal light, appeared in the hall; it was none other than the Human Immortal Emperor.

However, this phantom was much more solidified than before, clearly indicating that two years of recuperation had restored some of his vitality.

"Temple Master Lin, it's been a while," the Immortal Emperor's phantom spoke, his voice gentle but carrying the unique majesty of an Emperor.

His gaze swept over Lin Yingluo, who was tilting her head to look at him, and a hint of extremely complex emotion flashed in his eyes: curiosity, awe, and a touch of... helplessness?

"Greetings, Immortal Emperor," Lin Xuan quickly rose and bowed, muttering in his heart: Why has this powerhouse projected himself here again? Has something major happened?

"Daddy, who is this grandpa?" Little Yingluo, not at all shy, asked in a milky voice.

The corner of the Immortal Emperor phantom's mouth seemed to twitch imperceptibly.

"Grandpa"? He had traversed eons, and this was the first time he had been called that...

Lin Xuan was a bit embarrassed: "Yingluo, don't be rude; this is Immortal Emperor Senior."

"Oh," Little Yingluo nodded, half-understanding, and continued to nibble on the spiritual fruit in her hand, her large eyes still darting around, observing the Immortal Emperor's phantom.

The Immortal Emperor's phantom decided to ignore this little interlude and cut straight to the chase: "Temple Master Lin, I have come this time to inform you and Star Palace of a great opportunity, which is also a trial."

"Please speak, Immortal Emperor," Lin Xuan's expression became serious.

"Do you know the Blood Sea Domain?" the Immortal Emperor asked slowly.

Lin Xuan shook his head: "I have not heard of it."

He only knew of the Netherworld, which was a special realm in the lower planes, seemingly related to the legendary Underworld but not quite the same.

He had yet to truly encounter the mysterious and unfathomable Underworld.

The Immortal Emperor's phantom's tone grew several shades heavier: "The Blood Sea Domain is not a naturally formed secret realm or domain.

According to ancient records and our investigations, it is highly likely to be... a corner fragment of the Blood Pool Hell, one of the eighteen layers of hell in the Underworld, that shattered and broke off during an unimaginable, world-shaking ancient war!"

Underworld fragment?! Blood Pool Hell?!

Lin Xuan's heart trembled!

The Underworld! That was a place even more mysterious than the Immortal Realm, governing the reincarnation of all things!

Although the Netherworld also claimed to be related to the Underworld, it seemed to be just a peripheral area, whereas this Blood Sea Domain was truly a substantial piece that had fallen from the core hell!

"This place is extremely special," the Immortal Emperor continued, "because it contains a trace of the original laws of hell and is permeated with endless blood sea resentment, leading to an extremely harsh internal environment, chaotic space, filled with blood fiends that corrode the soul, vengeful spirits, and various strange evil creatures born from the laws of hell; it is exceptionally dangerous!

Even ordinary Immortal Monarchs who enter risk falling!"

Lin Xuan listened, his brows tightly furrowed.

So dangerous? Then how was it an opportunity?

"However, misfortune and fortune are intertwined," the Immortal Emperor's tone shifted.

"Precisely because it is a fragment of hell, it contains the mysteries of the most primitive laws of blood, laws of slaughter, and even a trace of the laws of reincarnation!

For those who cultivate related techniques, or who seek to temper their fighting intent and refine their soul and will, it is an unparalleled treasure land!

More importantly, deep within that blood sea, after countless years of sedimentation, it may have nurtured legendary wonders such as 'Blood Sea Soul Crystals,' 'Asura Fiend Jade,' and even 'Hell Nether Lotus'!

These possess incredible effects for improving cultivation, strengthening the physical body, and condensing battle souls!"

Lin Xuan's eyes lit up.

It sounded like a high-risk, high-reward good place indeed!

Especially suitable for him and his disciples who needed to rapidly increase their strength!

"What does the Immortal Emperor mean?"

"This Blood Sea Domain, due to its spatial characteristics, has an extremely unstable connection with the main space of the Immortal Realm, opening only once every long epoch," the Immortal Emperor's phantom said.

"According to our calculations, the next opening will be in two years!"

"Two years?" Lin Xuan's heart stirred; the timing was quite tight.

"Exactly," the Immortal Emperor nodded, "This time it opens, not only will our Immortal Realm send elites to enter, but the Asura Clan will certainly not miss this opportunity either!

At that time, within the Blood Sea Domain, it will definitely be a fierce struggle!

Perhaps... there might even be powerhouses from other mysterious realms breaking in."

His expression became extremely serious: "Temple Master Lin, the combat power and potential displayed by Star Palace in recent years are evident to all.

We hope that in two years, you can lead the elites of Star Palace into the Blood Sea Domain to contend for opportunities and thwart the Asura Clan's schemes!"

"This is a trial, and also a great responsibility!

If you can obtain enough resources from it, perhaps it can allow you and your disciples to elevate your strength to another level, to cope with greater crises in the future." The Immortal Emperor hinted, clearly referring to the hidden dangers of the Mother of Insects and the seal.

Lin Xuan hardly hesitated, cupping his fists and saying in a deep voice: "Immortal Emperor, rest assured, Lin Xuan will do his utmost!

In two years, my Star Palace will certainly arrive on time!"

"Good!" The Immortal Emperor's phantom showed a hint of approval.

"The specific entrance location and more detailed information will be sent later.

Prepare well within these two years.

The Blood Sea Domain is no small matter; do not be careless."

He glanced again at Little Yingluo, who was playing with her hair, his tone somewhat subtle: "As for your beloved daughter... if she wishes to go, she might be a great help, but the dangers within require you, as a father, to weigh them yourself."

After speaking, the Immortal Emperor's phantom slowly dissipated, and the majestic aura departed with him.

Silence returned to the hall.

Lin Xuan stood in place, digesting the information he had just received.

Underworld fragment, Blood Pool Hell, a two-year deadline... this was indeed an unexpected major dungeon.

"Daddy, is the Blood Sea Domain fun?" Little Yingluo came closer, blinking her big eyes as she asked.

Lin Xuan looked at her innocent little face and gave a wry smile: "Fun... but also dangerous.

Yingluo, are you scared?"

"With Daddy here, Yingluo isn't scared!" The little girl waved her small fist, looking very much like 'I'm very powerful.'

Lin Xuan smiled and patted her head, but his eyes sharpened.

Two years, he must make full use of it!

He immediately sent a message, summoning all his direct disciples and core elders to the main hall.

Soon, Yun Qingyao, Bai Li, Bi Xiao, Elder of the Void Palace, Liu Ruyan, as well as Mo Sha, Kong Ming, and all other disciples, were present.

Seeing Lin Xuan's serious expression, they all knew something big was happening.

Lin Xuan wasted no words, directly relaying the information about the Blood Sea Domain that the Immortal Emperor had brought.

"Underworld fragment? Blood Pool Hell?" After hearing this, all the disciples gasped, and then their eyes erupted with excitement and fighting spirit!

High risk, high reward!

This was exactly what they needed most right now!

"Master! We'll go!" Mo Sha was the first to jump out, his eyes gleaming with the battle-hungry light unique to ancient demons, "That place sounds exciting! We'll definitely have a good fight!"

"Amitabha, the resentful power of the Blood Sea truly needs my Buddha's Light to purify it." Kong Ming clasped his hands, his demeanor solemn, but his eyes were also very bright.

"My Nirvana Sword Intent might find a breakthrough opportunity there," Leng Yuechan said coolly.

Ye Chen nodded silently; stealth assassination would have an even greater advantage in such a chaotic environment.

Yun Qingyao calmly stated: "Master, this is an excellent training ground, but we must be fully prepared."

Su Yuan had already begun to analyze: "We'll need a large number of elixirs and magical treasures to resist the erosion of blood fiends and resentful power.

We'll also need means to maintain positioning and communication in that chaotic space..."

Linglong, You Ye, Jin Bao, A Zi, Feng Qiqi, Qing Xuan, Nuan Nuan, Chu Xinghe, and others also spoke up, each offering suggestions from their areas of expertise.

Lin Xuan nodded with satisfaction, looking at his enthusiastic and combative disciples.

"Good! Since everyone is fearless, then it is decided! In two years, we march into the Blood Sea Domain!"

His gaze swept over everyone, his voice firm and decisive: "Within these two years, everyone, cultivate as if your lives depend on it!

If you lack resources, the sect's treasury will fully supply them!

Report whatever you need directly!

Cultivation techniques, elixirs, magical treasures, array formations... I want your strength to reach another level before entering the Blood Sea Domain!"

"Yes, Master!" All the disciples responded in unison, their voices echoing through the hall.

A frantic preparation for the opening of the Blood Sea Domain in two years fully commenced at Star Palace.

Everyone harbored a surge of determination, vowing to carve a path, seize all opportunities, and make the name of Star Palace resound throughout that blood-soaked abyss, a fragment of hell where danger and opportunity coexisted!

Lin Xuan looked at his motivated disciples, then at his curious daughter beside him, and a blazing fire ignited in his eyes.

Blood Sea Domain... Underworld fragment... just wait!