Chapter 1826: The Secret of the Twins

Yuwu'er's grave expression and voice caused Qianye Ying'er's golden brows to slowly furrow.

Having known Yuwu'er for many years, she vaguely knew that Yuwu'er's Nirvanic Devil Soul possessed a special kind of soul premonition. Therefore, her unease could not be underestimated.

After a moment's thought, Qianye Ying'er said, "If such a hypothetical worst-case scenario were truly to occur, the prerequisite would be the Dragon God Realm possessing a super dimensional formation capable of spanning divine regions. I have never seen any record of such a dimensional formation in any divine realm historical texts. I have now largely assimilated the memories of past Brahma Heaven God Emperors, and none of them contain any related information. Instead, one such formation appeared in this era. That is the well-known one that the Eternal Heaven Realm forged years ago to counter the Crimson Disaster, by uniting the power of countless star realms—a dimensional formation connecting to the edge of the Primal Chaos."

The foundation of that dimensional formation still exists intact within the Eternal Heaven God Realm. If enough power is poured into it, it can be activated again. However, even a single round-trip teleportation would consume an extremely terrifying amount of energy for a king realm. Therefore, when the Eternal Heaven God Realm forged this dimensional formation, they described it as a 'do-or-die' effort.

Yuwu'er remained in quiet thought, absorbing every word Qianye Ying'er spoke.

Qianye Ying'er continued, "The Eternal Heaven God Realm began laying the foundation for that dimensional formation over a decade ago. In the later stages, they even garnered assistance from numerous king realms and upper star realms to barely complete it. This timeframe was only possible because the Eternal Heaven God Realm possessed the strongest spatial profound artifact, the Universe Cauldron. For any other king realm, it would likely be impossible to achieve even in a century. Therefore, considering all this, the worst-case scenario we've hypothesized has no possibility of occurring," Qianye Ying'er concluded.

"Then... what if such a dimensional formation already exists?" Yuwu'er murmured, as if asking a question and speaking to herself.

"A dimensional formation large enough to span the Dragon God Realm and the Southern Divine Region would undoubtedly take an extremely long time to forge. Its energetic fluctuations would also spread incredibly far. It's impossible that it wouldn't leave any historical records," Qianye Ying'er stated.

After a long silence, Yuwu'er finally nodded slightly. "What you said is indeed true." But the unease in her heart did not abate in the slightest.

"However, this matter is too significant, and for the sake of caution, while Yun Che is away for these few days, even the most remote and absurd possibility must be guarded against." Yuwu'er's gaze turned cold as she commanded, "Huanjin, summon Cang Shitian to me!"

Not long after, Cang Shitian quickly rushed over.

"Shitian greets the Devil Queen. What are your commands, Devil Queen?"

Before Yuwu'er, Cang Shitian maintained the same level of respect he showed Yun Che.

"God Emperor Shitian, where is the strongest barrier or defensive profound formation in the Azure Tide Realm located?" Yuwu'er asked directly.

Any respectable star realm possesses its own large-scale defensive barrier. The most powerful king realms in the God Realm would not only not neglect this, but would prioritize it even more. Almost every generation, they would further strengthen their protective barriers. Those accustomed to looking down upon the world also feared destruction the most. The rapid collapse of the Eternal Heaven God Realm and the Southern Sea God Realm had a core reason: they were directly infiltrated, and even if their barriers were activated, it was already futile.

Cang Shitian understood her intent and replied, "When my Azure Tide's ultimate barrier is activated, it does not envelop the entire realm but rather concentrates on protecting the Azure Tide Divine Region. Once active, one can exit but not enter, unless they possess the Azure Tide Divine Blood."

"How long does it take to prepare for its activation?" Yuwu'er asked.

Cang Shitian did not ask further and immediately replied, "The Azure Tide Barrier's energy is replenished every three years, constantly maintained at over seventy percent capacity. If a sufficiently large threat arises, it can be fully activated within thirty breaths."

"Very good," Yuwu'er said. "Immediately, and in the shortest possible time, fully charge the Azure Tide Barrier's energy to maximum capacity and keep it ready for immediate activation. Do it at once, and spare no resources!"

Cang Shitian's brow furrowed slightly. He immediately cupped his hands and said, "Yes! In six hours, the Devil Queen may inspect it at any time!"

"You may withdraw."

Cang Shitian bowed and immediately withdrew.

"Hmph, not a single extra word spoken, not a single question asked. What a reassuring lackey," Qianye Ying'er, who had been coldly observing from the side, sneered.

Yuwu'er closed her eyes, pressing a hand to her brow. Strands of black light flowed through her hair. She said in a deep voice, "During this time, I must focus my observation on the movements of the Dragon God Realm. I'm entrusting matters here to you. I have already sent a sound transmission to my children, telling them to temporarily obey your commands."

"Oh, really?" Qianye Ying'er's golden eyes narrowed, gleaming with an unusual light. "Aren't you afraid I'll seize an opportunity to order these devil girls to become the Devil Master's new playthings in bed?"

"Sigh..." Yuwu'er sighed softly. "To be able to train you into this state... perhaps that is also a kind of ability he possesses?"

"Him?" Qianye Ying'er scoffed softly. "He's nothing but a brute, a beast who only knows crude force. Only I can decide what kind of person I want to be."

Having said that, Qianye Ying'er took a step and left.

Outside the hall, Qianye Ying'er looked up at the sky. The once clear blue sky, like water, had somehow become veiled by a faint layer of ominous clouds. In the distant west, the sky had already darkened. Dark clouds rolled closer, as if a torrential downpour was imminent.

Qianye Ying'er's brows furrowed even deeper. She suddenly turned and flew towards the Azure Tide Royal Palace.

Passing through layers of barriers, she arrived at the center of the royal palace. The Eternal Heaven Pearl was quietly emitting a rich white radiance. Around it, the Three Yama Ancestors stood in a triangular formation, guarding it from a distance of about one zhang. They hadn't moved an inch these past few days.

"Listen," Qianye Ying'er said to the Three Yama Ancestors. "Your master will not emerge from the Eternal Heaven Pearl for approximately another four days. Before then, no matter what happens, you must not be distracted. Protecting the Eternal Heaven Pearl from external disturbances is your primary and sole mission. Do you understand?"

"Yes, yes, Lady Qianying, rest assured," the Three Yama Ancestors nodded obediently.

After staring at the Eternal Heaven Pearl with her golden eyes for a while, Qianye Ying'er finally turned and left.

The Three Yama Ancestors exchanged glances. "How strange. Did she come all this way just to reiterate an order that had already been given? Does she think we three old monsters are suffering from senile forgetfulness?"

Within the Eternal Heaven Divine Realm, in the world of the Sky Poison Pearl.

"Phew—"

Hong'er stretched languidly and mumbled, "This is so boring. Master is doing that strange thing again. Sister Heling has just been standing there motionless. She hasn't played with us for a long, long time."

You'er nodded in agreement.

"Oh, right! While Master and that sister are doing strange things, let's try that again." As she spoke, Hong'er's eyes suddenly glowed red, and her face was filled with excitement.

You'er parted her lips and uttered a voice as faint as an infant's, "Okay."

Hong'er took a small hop and stood in front of You'er. She extended her hands towards You'er, and their four small hands, equally delicate and snow-white, almost indistinguishable except for their skin tone, gently clasped together.

"Close your eyes," Hong'er instructed. Her vermilion eyes closed, and a faint blush of excitement spread across her face. "Here we go."

Both girls' eyes closed, and their bodies slowly leaned forward. Their vermilion and silver-grey long hair silently intertwined, and at that moment, their foreheads also touched. Instantly, red light flickered around Hong'er, and grey light streamed from You'er. Two lights of different colors and opposing attributes suddenly intertwined and merged. The figures of the two girls slowly blurred amidst this strange intertwining, then surprisingly coalesced into a slender, graceful maiden.

Silver long hair, vermilion eyes... Her delicate shoulders shifted slightly, and she slowly turned her gaze. The splendor of that moment instantly dimmed the eternal emerald radiance of the Sky Poison Pearl's world.

But immediately, the maiden's figure rapidly blurred. Hong'er and You'er, with a pained groan, simultaneously fell to the ground.

"Wow!" Hong'er sat on the ground, exclaiming excitedly, "That was so much fun! And we lasted for so long this time!"

Although it was only two breaths, compared to previous attempts, it was indeed 'a long time'.

"And I saw more of You'er's thoughts. Sure enough, You'er misses Sister Heling a lot, just like me. Hmph, it's all Master's fault."

You'er gently parted her lips. Between her tender lips, two somewhat ethereal words slowly escaped: "Defying... Calamity..." Her eyes were filled with innocent confusion. She didn't know why these two words had suddenly appeared in her soul.

"Huh?" Hong'er tilted her head and said, "Sure enough, You'er, like me, suddenly knew this name... Hmm? Why did I know it was a name? How strange."

"Never mind." Hong'er never dwelled on anything. She rummaged with her small hands and pulled out a long sword emitting purple light from who knew where. She bit the sword blade in half, holding one half in each hand, and began to gnaw on them, one on the left, one on the right. Before entering the Eternal Heaven Divine Realm, Yun Che had Yama Devil acquire a pile of divine swords. All of them were for Hong'er as rations, to prevent her from causing trouble while he cultivated.

"You'er, remember, don't tell Master our little secret for now, okay?" Hong'er chewed with puffed cheeks while seriously admonishing, "When we can maintain it for a very... very long time, we can transform and give Master a big scare!"

"...Okay." You'er nodded, her brows slowly curving upwards. She revealed an exceptionally complete and almost excessively pure and beautiful smile.

With the return of the Dragon God, the entire Western Divine Region was in turmoil. The Dragon God Realm, which had long remained dormant, finally no longer needed to hold back.

"Welcome, Dragon Monarch!"

"Welcome, Dragon Monarch!!"

Wherever Long Bai stepped, ten thousand dragons knelt, bowing their heads in welcome. From the main dragons, to the Dragon Lords, and then to the Eight Dragon Gods, all had already been waiting in the Dragon God Realm.

Stepping into the Dragon Monarch's Hall, the first person Long Bai's gaze landed on was a special guest.

"Brother Eternal Heaven, you have suffered," Long Bai spoke first, his voice filled with lament.

Zhou Xuzi gave a bitter smile and cupped his hands, saying, "The Eternal Heaven God Realm was destroyed in this old man's hands. This old man is no longer worthy of bearing the name 'Eternal Heaven'. Now, I only wish to be an old sword under His Highness the Dragon Monarch, to follow him in slaying Yun Che and eradicating devils."

Long Bai said, "Brother Eternal Heaven, there's no need to be so pessimistic. As long as you are still here, the day the devils are wiped out will be the day the Eternal Heaven shines again."

"Thank you for your comforting words, Your Highness the Dragon Monarch. This old man's heart is greatly eased." He smiled gratefully and pulled over the young man beside him. "This is my son, Qingfeng. Whether the Eternal Heaven can once again stand tall in the future will rest on the shoulders of his generation."

But even if the devils are completely eradicated, can the Eternal Heaven God Realm, without the Eternal Heaven Pearl... truly rise again?

Zhou Qingfeng knelt on both knees and bowed deeply. "This junior, Zhou Qingfeng, greets the Dragon Monarch."

Long Bai glanced at him and said, "Since you are the chosen one of Brother Eternal Heaven, you are destined for greatness in the future. There's no need for such formalities. Rise."

As he walked into the hall, the Eight Dragon Gods were already bowing on either side. The Scarlet Annihilation Dragon God was the first to rise and step forward, suppressing his excitement and agitation as he said in a deep voice, "Your Highness the Dragon Monarch..."

"No need for further words." Long Bai raised a hand, directly stopping the Scarlet Annihilation Dragon God. He looked forward, his eyes gleaming with soul-shaking divine light. "Immediately issue orders to the Qilin, Emperor Chi, Azure Dragon, Viper Dragon, and Myriad Manifestations Five Realms. Have the Qilin Emperor, Emperor Chi Dragon Emperor, Azure Dragon Emperor, Viper Dragon Emperor, and Myriad Manifestations God Emperor personally lead all God Masters from their realms to gather within the Dragon God Realm within twenty-four hours. Remember, make sure they hear clearly..." Long Bai's eyes were indifferent, his tone calm, but every word seemed to press directly into one's soul, making it impossible to harbor even a sliver of rebellious thought. "Every single God Master! Should anyone dare to hold back even a little, do not blame this Dragon for being merciless!"

The Eight Dragon Gods simultaneously raised their heads, their hearts shaking violently. As Dragon Gods who were closest to Long Bai, this was the most overbearing and terrifying command they had heard from the Dragon Monarch in all these years... So overbearing and terrifying, it didn't sound like it came from the Dragon Monarch at all.