Numerous palaces stretch endlessly, all constructed from massive, radiant treasures like deep-sea cold crystals, warm jade, and coral agate.

Inside an especially grand palace, seemingly carved entirely from a giant piece of dragon blood amber.

The current True Dragon Hall Master, Ao Qin, is seated on a colossal throne entwined with nine golden dragon sculptures.

As Jin Yuxuan narrated, Ao Qin’s face, naturally commanding, gradually turned grim like the sea before a storm.

"You mean, people from the Star Palace are secretly surveilling the whole Outer Sea on a large scale?"

Ao Qin’s voice was deep, each word steady, as if containing an impending thunderous rage.

"Reporting to the Hall Master, it’s absolutely true!"

Jin Yuxuan bowed his head, his tone certain, "Moreover, the Star Palace’s operation this time is extensive, and among those mobilized are the elite core members of the Star Palace!"

"Their intent... is certainly not just simple investigation."

He paused slightly before continuing nonchalantly, "Mobilizing such a massive force across the boundless sea suggests their intentions are far from simple."

"Could it be... that the Star Palace harbors an unwarranted ambition toward our vast Outer Sea territories?"

These words, like a spark, instantly ignited Ao Qin’s long-suppressed anger.

"Excellent!"

Ao Qin’s eyes flashed with golden light, his murderous intent palpable, "Over the years, the Star Palace has secretly hunted down our True Dragon Hall disciples, and this blood debt remains unsettled."

Now, not only do they not restrain themselves, but they also continually stretch their claws further."

"Do they truly believe there’s no one among our Demon Race and disregard our True Dragon Hall?!"

The dragon has its reverse scale, touching it incites anger.

"Pass my orders down!"

Ao Qin’s voice was icy, bearing undeniable resolve, "In the name of the True Dragon Hall, inform all Demon Race in the Outer Sea that if anyone discovers traces of Star Palace Cultivators, especially their core members, they will be rewarded heavily for killing them!"

"Abiding by the Hall Master’s decree!"

Jin Yuxuan and the demon cultivators in the hall responded in unison, their voices reverberating through the palace.

The thunderous fury of the True Dragon Hall rapidly swept across the entire Outer Sea Demon Domain!

In an instant, the Outer Sea was in turmoil.

Countless Demon Race powerhouses were spurred into action, whether out of reverence for the True Dragon Hall, long-held hatred toward the Star Palace, or simply greed for the lavish rewards, joining the ranks to besiege the Star Palace Cultivators.

Hidden, disguised, and mission-executing Star Palace Cultivators were immediately subjected to devastating blows.

Conflict, pursuit, counterattacks... unfolded repeatedly across the vast Outer Sea, staining the blue waves with blood.

Such large-scale unrest naturally soon alarmed the major forces of the Outer Sea Human Race.

A thorough investigation revealed the truth that the Star Palace was secretly surveilling the entire Outer Sea.

This news first shocked the high-level entities of the major forces, then brought them deep apprehension and anger.

Though the major forces in the Outer Sea are Human Race, in terms of stance, they are undoubtedly more inclined toward the Demon Race.

If the Star Palace were to occupy the Outer Sea, they would certainly suffer consequences.

Weighing the lesser of two evils. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

Without much hesitation, the major forces of the Outer Sea Human Race chose to discreetly side with the Demon Race.

They began subtly revealing information about the Star Palace Cultivators to the True Dragon Hall.

Thus, the situation for the Star Palace Cultivators worsened dramatically.

Even Hongyi was targeted in the siege.

Above a chaotic sea region, Hongyi’s face was forlorn, transforming into a streaking flash to escape.

Behind him, four gigantic true dragons emerged, exuding terrifying demon power, pursuing relentlessly.

Leading them was an irritable fire dragon, entirely crimson, its scales resembling burning flames!

"It’s him, who has secretly slain the true dragons of my clan over these years!"

The crimson true dragon roared with earth-shaking fury, "Today, we shall tear him apart, extract his soul, and refine his essence to honor the spirits of our clan in heaven."

The other three true dragons also roared simultaneously, encircling him from different directions, spewing dragon breath, unleashing divine techniques, turning vast areas of sea into perilous land.

"Damn it!"

"When did the Demon Race’s scent become so sharp, moving with such swift unity?"

Hongyi cursed inwardly, dodging attacks desperately, not daring to confront them head-on, resorting to escaping at full speed, fleeing aimlessly.

Logically, the Star Palace’s operation was extremely secretive this time, cautiously monitoring the Outer Sea Human Race, and avoiding contact with the Demon Race as much as possible, yet how were they discovered?

And the reaction was so intense and precise?

Hongyi initially thought of taking advantage of the chaos to gather more intel, perhaps fishing in troubled waters, but now he became the fish being hunted.

Only escaping the Outer Sea was possible now.

...

Amidst the turmoil in the Outer Sea caused by the conflict between the Star Palace and the Demon Race.

The true instigator of this storm—Xu Ping, however, was calmly staying in the Blood Bone Hall, listening to the report from the water lake rat in front of him.

"Reporting to the master,"

The water lake rat revealed a flattering expression, "Based on my extensive investigations, the Star Palace Cultivators stationed in the Outer Sea have all been expelled by the True Dragon Hall."

"Even two or three late-stage cultivators have fallen."

"Hmm, well done."

Xu Ping nodded slightly, seemingly calm, yet inwardly heaved a sigh of relief.

The development of things was generally within his expectations.

"The crucial point now is to see how the Star Palace’s higher-ups react next."

Xu Ping pondered, "Whether they fully engage in battle or quiet down, waiting for the storm to pass and then send fewer people to continue monitoring the Outer Sea?"

But regardless of the situation, his goals had already been achieved.