Chapter 1211: The Ancestor Level Old Ginger

"Whew... Whew..."

The three great overlords lay sprawled on the beach, gasping for breath!

In just a few moments.

Cold sweat had drenched their entire bodies!

The memories of what they had just witnessed echoed in their minds, causing a thunderous shockwave that relentlessly battered the hearts of these three elders, leaving them unable to calm down for a long time!

The more they thought about it, the more terrified they became!

The North Sea Emperor was so startled that he suddenly sat up, his voice trembling!

"The master of Lord Skull... is actually on Black Island?!"

"In the presence of such a figure, we are nothing but ants. It's truly unimaginable that such a being would personally visit our humble little place..."

Hearing this.

The Sturgeon Dragon Emperor also seemed to recall something, leaping up from the ground in shock!

"Black Island...?"

"That island belongs to the jurisdiction of the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan, one of the seventy-two islands of the East Sea. Recently, an outsider has led the humans of Black Island in rebellion, and it seems they have already engaged in a bloody battle with the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan."

"Could it be that the outsider is...?!"

Before he could finish.

The other two also abruptly sat up, locking eyes, their shock growing with each passing moment!

"Is this true?!"

"Absolutely true! My clan is distantly related to the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan, and I heard this firsthand. It's said that an outsider surnamed Yi has been aiding Black Island, and he has already slain over a thousand mermaids!"

"How could a mere human overpower the mermaid clan's forces? That outsider must be Lord Skull's master!"

"Lord Yi aided Black Island first, and then Lord Skull took action against the mermaid clan. Could it be that the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan has done something to anger him?"

"Not likely! What kind of existence is Lord Yi? How could a mere mermaid clan have the capacity to anger him?"

"Indeed, in my opinion, the situation is far more complex than we can imagine. This is likely not just a matter targeting the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan, but a calamity for our entire sea race!"

"Gasp..."

By the end of their speculations, the three overlords were all pale with fear!

It felt as though an overwhelming, sky-covering hand was pressing down, enveloping the entire sea. The three of them were nothing but small fish and shrimp, helplessly tossed about by the waves!

The North Sea Emperor's pupils trembled with fear!

"What... what should we do?"

"Should we seek help from Lord Skull? He is that lord's servant. Even if he doesn't carry much weight, perhaps there's still a sliver of favor we can appeal to?"

The Sturgeon Dragon Emperor was also filled with panic.

"That's our only option!"

"In the face of Lord Yi, no one can stand as an opponent. Let's hope that, for the sake of Lord Skull's thin favor, we might have a chance at survival!"

This emperor and this dragon, both top-tier overlords of the sea race.

In ordinary matters, they were as steady as a mountain, their mere names enough to make the seas tremble. But in the face of such a calamity, they could only feel a profound sense of helplessness.

For tens of thousands of years.

They had never felt such terrifying pressure before!

No wonder these two once-mighty overlords were now panicking like inexperienced youths!

As the two anxiously discussed.

The Crab Emperor had remained silent. Though his aged right hand, stroking his beard, trembled slightly, his expression was noticeably calmer, his face deep in thought.

Seeing this, the North Sea Emperor urgently pressed him!

"Old Crab, speak up!"

"At such a critical moment, how can you remain silent? Our sea race is facing a great disaster!"

The Sturgeon Dragon Emperor also turned his gaze, cupping his hands in respect.

"Old Crab, we both believe that only Lord Skull can turn the tide. What do you think?"

Seeing their anxious faces, the Crab Emperor only grew calmer.

"Not so, not so!"

His tone was as steady as an old dog, immediately dismissing their discussion.

The North Sea Emperor's temper flared up!

"Hmph!"

"Does the Crab Emperor have a better plan?!"

The Crab Emperor chuckled, stroking his beard, completely unbothered.

"Of course, I have a plan."

"Gentlemen, since this matter originated with Lord Yi, and even Lord Skull must obey him, why don't we pledge our allegiance to Lord Yi instead?"

Huh?!

The two were stunned, their eyes flashing with realization!

"This!"

"That makes sense!"

They had been so overwhelmed by the unprecedented disaster that they hadn't thought clearly. The Crab Emperor's suggestion was like a wake-up call!

But then, thinking of Lord Yi's status, they hesitated again.

"Lord Yi is such an exalted being. Do the three of us even have the right to follow him? And it seems Lord Yi doesn't favor our sea race. Wouldn't we be walking into a trap?"

"Indeed, even if we're not disliked, with Lord Skull being just a servant, our meager cultivation probably wouldn't even qualify us to be slaves..."

The Crab Emperor nodded, continuing to guide them patiently.

"True."

"But, gentlemen, think carefully."

"If Lord Yi has come to the East Sea in person, he must be approachable and unlikely to disdain our lowly cultivation. Moreover, we are familiar with everything in the sea. How could we lack opportunities to serve?"

"Even if Lord Yi despises the entire sea race, we could transform into humans and follow him. That's not impossible."

"Even if we are as insignificant as dust in his eyes, as long as we can follow Lord Yi, isn't that enough?!"

Whoosh!

The two felt their brows relax, their perspectives suddenly broadening!

"That makes sense!"

"As long as we can follow that lord, even if we are just the dirt beneath his feet, this emperor wouldn't mind. Our sea race identity... it can be discarded!"

The more they thought about it, the more hope they saw, their eyes filled with renewed determination!

They looked at the old Crab with newfound respect!

"Old Crab, your meticulous thinking is truly admirable!"

"To have you as our companion is a great fortune! No wonder humans say, 'An old man in the house is a treasure!'"

The old Crab smiled modestly, stroking his beard.

"Haha, you flatter me."

"I've lived for a hundred thousand years, so naturally, I have a bit more experience. As humans say, 'Old ginger is spicier.' But it's just a little more experience, nothing to boast about."

Hearing his humble words, the two grew even more respectful.

If old ginger is spicy, then the old Crab is the ancestor-level old ginger. With his guidance, the three of them would surely navigate through danger and find safety!

Even so.

Thinking of Lord Yi's terrifying status...

The pressure in their eyes remained as heavy as a mountain, and they dared not be the least bit complacent.

The situation was urgent!

The three great overlords immediately transformed into human forms, tore through the void, and headed straight for Black Island in the East Sea!