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Five Continents produce talents, Four Seas gather wealth. These ten words clearly illustrate the situation in the Great Celestial Domain.
In the entire Great Celestial Domain, aside from the Five Continents, there is also the Four Seas. The sorrow of Mo Yun and the suffering of the Ocean of All Rivers are tied to this realm of the Four Great Star Seas.
At the same time, the Four Seas are also referred to as a single entity. Unlike the Five Continents, where various forces intertwine and balance each other, the Four Seas can have one dominant power. This is because each of the realms within the Four Great Star Seas—Mo, Yun, Ocean of All Rivers, and Suffering—has a ruler of supreme status, and they all share a common surname: Ao.
The Auo Clan can trace its lineage back to ancient times when there were indeed four great seas, which were true oceans rather than the current Four Great Star Seas. The Dragon Kings of the East Sea, Ao Guang; South Sea, Ao Kuo; West Sea, Ao Wu; and North Sea, Ao Jiang were all top-tier beings in ancient times.
Within the Four Seas, only Ao stands as the Sole Ruler. Even the ruler of the Celestial Court at that time had to show respect to the Four Dragon Kings. However, for reasons unknown, everything from ancient times has vanished, and the four great seas have transformed into what we now know as the Four Great Star Seas. Nevertheless, this does not diminish the reputation of the Auo Clan within the Great Celestial Domain.
The situation in the Celestial Realm and Five Continents has certainly caught the attention of those within the Four Seas. As descendants of an ancient clan, the Auo Clan possesses an inherent pride. Moreover, as an ancient lineage, they have a relatively complete heritage.
Although at the end of ancient times, the Auo Clan suffered significant setbacks, they managed to endure. While they cannot yet replicate their former glory, they possess knowledge far beyond that of many others.
At this moment in Ao Yu Dragon King's palace located in Mo Sea Region, the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas have gathered once again. Just like in ancient times, the Four Dragon Kings adhere to the tradition of autonomy established by the Auo Clan. However, if one thinks this would lead to discord among them, that would be a grave misunderstanding.
The current Four Dragon Kings harbor grand ambitions that can be seen through their names.
Primordial Universe.
Mo Sea Dragon King Ao Yu, Cloud Sorrow Sea Dragon King Ao Zhou, Hundred Rivers Sea Dragon King Ao Hong, and Sea King of Suffering Aohuang. The Four Great Star Sea Dragon Kings have inherited the legacy of their ancient counterparts and each wields a complete path. They have convened due to recent events occurring within the Five Continents.
The four brothers of the Auo Clan each possess distinct characteristics: ruggedness, boldness, grandeur, and handsomeness. Each one is an extraordinary figure; having just one appear in any faction would be a remarkable event. Yet here stands an entire clan with four such individuals.
This is true depth and not merely empty words. Furthermore, these four brothers are extremely low-key and conduct themselves with great humility; their reputation throughout the Great Celestial Domain is quite favorable.
The entire hall is arranged with understated luxury—majestic yet exquisite. If Zuo Dao were present, he would notice that at least a thousand Great Formations have been laid out within this hall, including some ancient formations that have long been lost to time.
“Eldest Brother, things have been quite lively in the Five Continents lately!” Ao Zhou may not be as handsome as his brothers but his bold nature adds to his charm.
“Five Continents!?” Aohuang seems to find it amusing. “It’s just a group of people sitting in a well trying to understand what’s outside; no matter how lively it gets, it won’t amount to much.”
The relationship between the Five Continents and the Four Seas is akin to a dispute among heirs, each claiming to be the rightful successor of the current era. This controversy has persisted for tens of thousands, even hundreds of thousands of years, without a definitive conclusion.
The Five Continents Cultivators claim to be descendants of the royal lineage, while the Four Great Star Seas trace their origins back to the ancient Four Seas. By name alone, the Five Continents are considered subservient to the Four Great Star Seas.
However, the Four Great Star Seas have never acknowledged the status of the Five Continents Cultivators. They possess an undeniable lineage from the ancient Four Seas, one that is passed down through bloodlines. Naturally, they regard the Five Continents' claims as nothing more than a joke.
Aohuang's disdain for the Cultivators of the Five Continents is not without reason; how many legitimate legacies can they truly boast? Even if they do have some, their origins are questionable at best. The Five Continents hold no advantages beyond their geographical position.
Disregarding them is one thing, but now something has occurred in the Five Continents that demands attention.
"Alright, Second Brother, enough with the banter." The speaker was a towering figure who exuded an aura of safety and trustworthiness—Ao Hong, the Third Elder among the Four Great Star Sea Dragon Kings. However, his expression was somewhat serious at that moment.
"I believe everyone is aware that the Yin Corpse Sect has made its presence known in the Five Continents." Ao Hong glanced at his brothers, his tone heavy with concern.
"Second Brother, although we four brothers are scattered across different stars, we still share intelligence; otherwise, Eldest Brother wouldn't have summoned us." Aohuang spoke up, being the first among them to receive this information.
"Good, as long as everyone knows what’s going on." Ao Yu raised his head, a flash of colorful light flickering in his eyes. "The appearance of the Yin Corpse Sect may not directly involve us from the Four Seas, but their implications are vast; we must be prepared."
"Prepared for what? It would be better if all those from the Five Continents were wiped out; then I wouldn’t believe those old turtles could still hide," Ao Hong's tone shifted to one of indignation. This sentiment was also a primary reason why there had been no conflict between the Four Seas and the Five Continents.
The Five Continents do have legitimate lineages that have survived; it’s just that these individuals remain hidden among the masses for reasons unknown and typically do not reveal themselves. According to intelligence gathered by the four brothers, many major powers within the Five Continents have their shadows lurking behind them.
"Indeed, it seems they've inherited some old habits as well; these people are hopelessly stubborn," Aohuang remarked with contempt.
"Fourth Brother, if you do encounter those individuals, you should temper your temper a bit. After all, there are formidable beings among them," Ao Yu advised. He understood his fourth brother's temperament well; despite numerous reminders to change it, he remained unchanged. Yet he did possess some awareness of broader matters and generally avoided causing trouble for the Four Seas.
"Alright, let’s get back to business." Ao Yu shifted his focus away from Fourth Brother's outburst. "The emergence of the Yin Corpse Sect in the Five Continents remains a secret. Those people must have noticed something; however, their attitude is quite intriguing."
"Indeed. If this were ancient times, any news about the Yin Corpse Sect would have prompted a united front against them. Now they act as if nothing is wrong; are they not afraid of being turned into corpses by the Yin Corpse Sect?" Ao Hong voiced what many were thinking.
"It is precisely this that makes it intriguing. According to the intelligence we have, their presence has been reported simultaneously across the Five Continents, especially in the Eastern Victory Continent, where it seems that a Yin Corpse has already manifested. Strangely, there have been no reports regarding any corpse transformations."
The intelligence network of the Four Seas was not built in a day. Their vast wealth allowed them to establish extensive surveillance over the Five Continents, with some even having leaders of sects among their ranks. The substantial investment they made in gathering information means they understand the situation in the Five Continents better than those who reside there.
As for corpse transformations, it is the most obvious sign of a Yin Corpse's emergence.
"Third Elder, the Eastern Victory Continent is under your purview; you should handle this matter specifically," Ao Yu said, turning to Ao Hong.
"After receiving news from the Eastern Victory Continent, I specifically dispatched several relevant personnel to investigate. They discovered that the incident took place in Liu Yue City, which is known as a place for nurturing corpses. It is highly likely that the City Guard Manor has already been transformed into a Yin Corpse. There’s also something even stranger: it seems there exists pure Yang sword energy at the site of the incident."
As Ao Hong spoke, his expression changed oddly, as if he were grappling with something incomprehensible.
"Additionally, based on the anomalies reported in Liu Yue City afterward, I suspect that there may be some unknown entities involved. Although the traces of spatial fragmentation are not very obvious, I happened to send someone who specializes in this area."
Ao Hong recounted each detail slowly. From gathering intelligence to analyzing it, there were dedicated individuals within the Four Seas handling these tasks.
Liu Yue City came under their scrutiny solely due to the existence of spatial fragmentation. The space within the Great Celestial Domain is remarkably solid, but this is relative to the Cultivators of the Great Celestial Domain. While others may be unaware, the brothers of the Four Seas are well aware that another type of being exists in this world.
This type of being stands high above and could represent orthodox celestial paths. Yet even the intelligence network of the Four Seas cannot uncover their traces. The Yin Corpse Sect might pose a disaster for Five Continents Cultivators, but for those from the Four Great Star Seas, at least three methods exist to counter them, thanks to their Ancient Heritage.
"Afterward, I mobilized the entire intelligence network and discovered that one individual is particularly mysterious." When Ao Hong said this, the other three remained silent.
Although the intelligence network of the Four Great Star Seas is shared, everyone has their own private network. This is an open secret; Ao Hong was not afraid to reveal it now.
"This individual was found to hold a significant position during the previous Dual Dark Incident." Ao Hong paused as if organizing his thoughts.
"Wasn't there a bounty issued secretly against that Witch from the Zhao Family?" Ao Zhou also had his own intelligence network and was quite knowledgeable about these matters. However, since the Eastern Victory Continent had always been under his younger brother's management, he refrained from overstepping his bounds.
"Who dares to seek death by troubling those two gentlemen?" Aohuang regarded only a few individuals in Five Continents with any respect, and Zhao Kong along with the Two Kings were among them.
"Unfairness is the oddity behind this incident. Even the two from the Zhao Family behaved unusually afterward, disbanding the Dark Realm and retreating into their own world, not knowing what they were up to."
The Four Seas Star Sea could spread their eyes and ears everywhere, but they absolutely dared not place personnel within the world. The world was under someone else's control, and every move made within it was conducted under their watchful gaze. Inserting spies was tantamount to sending people to their deaths.
"From my analysis, this may be related to a cultivator named Zuo Dao." Ao Hong casually tossed out a jade slip. "Take a look. This contains some information we've gathered about this person, but after reading it, it's best if you keep it to yourselves."
Ao Hong's statement captured the attention of the three others. It was clear that for Ao Hong to say such a thing meant that the jade slip was of great importance.
Ao Yu raised his hand to summon the jade slip, probing inside with his Divine Sense. The expression on his face became quite vivid. Ao Zhou and Aohuang had never seen their elder brother display such an expression before.
Ao Yu seemed completely absorbed in the jade slip, oblivious to his two brothers' reactions. Only after finishing did he let out a long sigh.
"You all take a look as well. It's best to destroy it after reading. Third brother, has anyone else seen this?" Ao Yu's tone was very serious.
"Elder brother, rest assured, only the four of us know about this matter now," Ao Hong replied, as if he had anticipated his elder brother's question.
While the four were discussing at the Star Sea Dragon King, Zuo Dao in Zhao Wang Village also began making new moves.
"What! You want to establish your own sect?" Zhao Wang exclaimed as he looked at Zuo Dao in shock.
"Yes, I want the name Heterodox to resonate throughout the Great Celestial Domain." Zuo Dao's words left no room for doubt, exuding immense confidence.
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