The same Nine Tribulations, yet there is a huge disparity!

The Nine Tribulation Heavenly Venerables of the Ziwei Immortal Court, though undeniably powerful, face an Evil God Clan equally matched, if not superior, with ancient Divine Lords.

Thus, in the conventional battlefield without the presence of immortals, the Evil God Clan does not fear head-on collisions with the Nine Tribulation powerhouses of the Ziwei Immortal Court.

But—

Gu Qingfeng of the Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty is a completely different matter.

Ever since the news spread that the top-tier Taixu Divine Master, who left his name on the Longevity Immortal Stele, suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Gu Qingfeng, his notorious reputation has instilled fear across the entire Evil God Clan.

The Taixu Divine Master can threaten the Longevity Immortal Stele, leaving no doubt about his prowess.

If even he is not a match for Gu Qingfeng, then there are truly few within the Evil God Clan who can confidently contend with Gu Qingfeng.

Therefore.

Even though the Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty outwardly seems to have only Gu Qingfeng as its pinnacle guardian, it is enough to deter other Evil God forces, keeping them at bay.

By comparison, the threat posed by Emperor Ziwei is far less.

Just Nine Tribulation Heavenly Venerables!

Both the Ziwei Immortal Court and the Evil God Clan possess them.

Everyone is among the Nine Tribulations; none significantly inferior.

Thus.

This creates a peculiar and ironic scene in the broader backdrop of the Endless Immortal Domain.

Throughout the Endless Immortal Domain, fierce battles ignite everywhere, slaughter reaches extreme levels, and blood and chaos cloak the starry sky.

Yet the vast regions governed by the Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty seem untouched by this all-encompassing Tribulation, with surrounding evil gods avoiding it at all costs, maintaining relative peace within, unaffected by the escalating full-scale war.

...

Mystic Sky Immortal Realm.

Imperial Palace.

Currently, with Gu Qingfeng in seclusion, the Crown Prince Gu Yang governs the realm, performing part of the Emperor's Authority.

Within the grand hall, the atmosphere is solemn and respectful.

Gu Yang sits upright on the slightly lower First Tier throne, which still symbolizes supreme power, wearing a crown prince's attire, with a steady expression and sharp eyes, possessing considerable imperial presence.

Below, civil and military officials stand respectfully on both sides.

At this moment.

Gu Xuanwu, Commander of the Mystic Sky Forbidden Guard, steps forward and bows to report.

"Your Highness the Crown Prince! According to intel returned by various Mystic Sky Forbidden Guard scouts, recently, the Evil God Clan has suddenly unleashed large-scale, aggressive warfare on other fronts with unprecedented ferocity!"

His tone carries a hint of gravity and confusion.

"Currently, ten out of ten regions under the control of Human Clan forces have been affected by the flames of war, suffering heavy losses."

"However, mysteriously, among the four hundred and fifty thousand regions under the Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty, except for a few border areas where occasional rogue evil gods appear and are easily eradicated by the stationed army, there has been no large-scale evil god army invasion to date!"

Gu Xuanwu pauses and concludes: "In short, the evil god army seems to be intentionally bypassing the Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty."

His words prompt some ministers within the hall to exhibit subtle expressions.

Gu Yang nodded slightly, his expression calm, seemingly unsurprised.

He glanced across the ministers, speaking slowly and steadily with a wisdom beyond his years:

"The Evil God Clan dares not act rashly against our dynasty; the fundamental reason is not their kindness. It is their fear of the Emperor Father's presence!"

"Currently, entities at the immortal level cannot easily act."

"Among those below immortality, those who can truly contend with the Emperor Father are scarce within the Evil God Clan."

"Knowing they are overmatched, forcibly attacking would only invite humiliation.

The Evil God Divine Lords, each having lived for countless years, are shrewd and calculating, naturally avoiding disaster and daring not to act against the dynasty."

However.

Gu Yang's tone suddenly shifts, growing serious and grave:

"However—"

"Esteemed ministers must know, fortune is where misfortune lurks! The current peace may not last long!

If the Evil God Clan ever dares to wage all-out war against our Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty, it signifies they have acquired the means or trump card to deal with the Emperor Father!"

"If it comes to that, it will be a battle concerning the life and death of our Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty!"

At this point, Gu Yang's gaze becomes profound.

"Therefore, the temporary calm during this tribulation is no reason for us to relax our vigilance or indulge in complacency!

On the contrary, it is our precious breathing space, our final chance to recuperate and prosper."

He stands up, his voice rising suddenly, carrying an undeniable decisiveness.

"Transmit my edict: All ranks within the dynasty, civil and military officials, local guardians, and millions of soldiers must seize this rare opportunity, striving with all their might to enhance their strength, reinforce defenses, stockpile resources, train troops, and improve war preparation."

"Ensure that before the next tribulation descends, our Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty possesses the strength to meet all challenges!"

"Wise is Your Highness the Crown Prince! We, the ministers, shall remember!"

Upon hearing this, the ministers feel a chill run through them, then respond in unison.

Gu Yang, however, remains indifferent and calm, sitting back on the throne.

Compared to most ministers within the hall, he, as Gu Qingfeng's successor, the Regent Crown Prince, naturally has access to deeper core secrets and understanding of the high-level power struggle between the two clans.

He knows that the seemingly fierce comprehensive warfare so far has not truly touched the roots or bottom line of both clans.

The key focal point of its subtle balance rests upon that supreme existence of the Ziwei Immortal Court—Emperor Ziwei!

As long as Emperor Ziwei remains alive, his absolute deterrence of the Immortal Twelve Realms hangs like a sword over the head of the Evil God Clan, preventing their immortals from truly ripping apart to unleash a genocidal war threatening the Human Clan to an extreme.

For that would inevitably provoke Emperor Ziwei's fierce revenge and undying vendetta!

Engaging in full conflict with an Immortal Twelve Realms powerhouse willing to fall, even if the resourceful Evil God Clan eventually wins, they would pay a painful price!

This is something no ancient entity who has arduously become immortal cherishing their path and life would ever wish to suffer.

Thus.

As long as Emperor Ziwei exists, the Human Clan cannot be destroyed!

This is the bottom line of the strategic contest of top-tier forces and the greatest assurance of the current situation.

Conversely.

If Emperor Ziwei eventually falls to the Tribulation of Transcendence that none have crossed since ancient times, losing this sole, yet strongest deterrent, the Human Clan would soon face a complete invasion by the Evil God Clan.

Then, the true apocalypse for the Human Clan would commence.

Three hundred billion years.

In fact, though it sounds long, it is not too long; it is the final countdown hanging over the Human Clan.

Whether the Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty can develop and accumulate enough foundation within this limited time to survive the future catastrophic extinction.

All this, even Gu Yang at this moment is uncertain, filled with uncertainty.

Nonetheless.

Though Gu Yang is aware of these highest secrets concerning the survival of the race and the harsh truths, he would never easily proclaim them in the court or publicly announce them.

He knows clearly that such news is a perilous double-edged sword.

Once spread, it might inspire some strong individuals of the Human Clan to bravely face desperate battles, burning ships to rally strength.

But it may also cause widespread panic and despair internally, leading to disorder, or causing some cultivators to completely give up in despair, resorting to extreme measures.

No matter the outcome.

The Mystic Sky Immortal Dynasty recently stabilized, embarking on a fast development path, with internal cohesion and centripetal force rising.

Gu Yang would certainly not, and absolutely will not, allow any factors to disrupt this hard-won stability.

With the Emperor Father secluded now, the vast dynasty entrusted to his hands, he, as the Crown Prince, must maintain stability, otherwise, he would fail his father's trust.

Suppressing distracting thoughts, Gu Yang's expression returns to normal.

At this time.

Other Immortal Officials also step forward one after another to report other matters, awaiting Gu Yang's decision.

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