Chapter 1217: Someone Has To Take The Blame, Right

Crab Emperor stepped forward with a solemn expression, cupping his fists respectfully.

"Sir, this matter is absolutely true!"

"Although the sea clans are numerous, only the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan is exceptionally tyrannical, enslaving humans and relying on their terrifying combat strength. Secretly, they have become the most powerful force among the sea clans!"

"If you don't believe me, you can verify it with Island Master Shi. Dragon Emperor Ao Budong and the Four Dragon Generals are incredibly formidable, their might shaking the East Sea for tens of thousands of miles. Even the ancient clans on our continent dare not provoke them!"

Yi Feng's interest grew as he listened, his eyes lighting up as he turned to Shi Tianchuan.

"Is this really true?"

Shi Tianchuan pondered for a moment before honestly sharing everything he knew.

"Sir, you are wise."

"What Elder Xie said, I also know a little about."

"Dragon Emperor Ao Budong's cultivation is unparalleled. At least ten thousand years ago, he was already at the peak of the ninth rank. As for his current cultivation level, no one knows. As for the Four Dragon Generals, it is said that none of them are below the ninth rank!"

"Indeed, with these five powerhouses guarding them, few on the continent dare to provoke them!"

As the two spoke one after another.

The other two big shots secretly clicked their tongues.

This old Crab Emperor is really cunning!

Half-truths and half-lies, even Shi Tianchuan couldn't refute him. Using the island master's knowledge, he had exaggerated the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan into the strongest clan.

With just a few words, he had shifted the blame onto Ao Budong!

Tsk tsk.

As expected.

The Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan was doomed!

Though they complained inwardly.

The two big shots had long been prepared, showing no mercy.

In the face of such a great calamity, the survival of a single clan was insignificant. They had thought that even the three of them might not be able to save themselves, but now there was a chance to preserve the sea clans. This was an unexpected surprise.

If they could truly save the sea clans, the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan's sacrifice would be worth it.

After all, someone had to take the blame.

If they had to blame someone...

They should blame themselves for not recognizing true power!

Ao Budong, that old fool, had set his sights on the Skeleton Lord, and his son was even more outrageous, daring to provoke Sir Yi first. Truly a case of the son ruining the father.

Like father, like son.

They were both in a hurry to reincarnate.

The Sea Emperor and the Heavenly Emperor exchanged a glance and chimed in with their "praise."

"Exactly, the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan is invincible. Even with our old bones, we stand no chance. We rely entirely on you, sir!"

"We swear to destroy the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan, or we are not fit to be called men!"

As the slogans rang out again, the tension of the impending battle spread through the air.

Yi Feng finally felt his spirits rise.

The Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan was really that strong?

Dragon Emperor.

Four Dragon Generals!

It seemed there would be a bloody battle ahead!

Thinking of the enemy's strength, Yi Feng calmly cupped his fists and responded.

"Everyone, we will hold our ground on the island. Do not act rashly. We will wait for the Dragon Emperor and the Four Dragon Generals to come!"

The entire hall bowed in unison, their voices thunderous!

...

Deep in the East Sea.

Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan's grand hall.

The magnificent hall was empty, devoid of the usual enchanting dancers and stirring music. The vast hall, without a single soul, felt eerily desolate.

On the dragon throne.

The haggard Dragon Emperor, his eyes bloodshot, stared blankly at the Water Spirit Pearl in his hand.

Perhaps he had grown accustomed to it.

As he gazed at the once-ugly catfish form, Ao Budong's eyes welled with tears. It seemed he could still see the handsome face of his son, now a stark contrast to the grotesque figure before him. The sight filled him with rage!

"Damn it..."

"Damn it!"

"My Lie'er has been reduced to such a hideous state!"

After cursing for a long time, footsteps echoed from outside the hall.

The Dragon Emperor quickly wiped away his tears and raised his head with an air of authority.

Four tall figures strode in, clad in golden jade armor, exuding an overwhelming aura of bloodlust. Though they were less than ten feet tall, their mere presence chilled the entire hall!

"We pay our respects to Your Majesty!"

Looking at the majestic Four Dragon Generals, the Dragon Emperor's eyes gleamed with the authority of a ruler.

"Generals, there's no need for formalities."

The four generals rose and spoke with righteous indignation.

"Your Majesty! The Third Prince has been brutally murdered. Even if the enemy is powerful, we, as generals of the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan, cannot tolerate such humiliation. We are willing to fight to the death!"

"The might of the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan cannot be challenged. If we do not avenge this, we are unworthy of being called Dragon Generals!"

"Your Majesty, the North Sea Emperor and the other elders are already in their twilight years, too timid to act. But we are not afraid of any enemy. We are willing to shed our blood in battle!"

"That's right! The Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan fears no enemy!"

Hearing their loyal and passionate words, Ao Budong felt a glimmer of comfort.

But ever since returning to the hall, he had pondered the matter carefully.

The enemy possessed extraordinary techniques, capable of annihilating tens of thousands of mermaid soldiers with a wave of their hand. Their cultivation level was beyond comprehension. He had initially thought that only the sea clan elders could stand against them, but even those mighty figures had retreated...

This was enough to prove that the enemy was someone the sea clans could not afford to provoke!

That day, blinded by rage, he had not thought things through.

Only after repeated reflection did he break out in a cold sweat!

Now, Ao Budong had suppressed his hatred and looked down coldly at the Four Dragon Generals.

"Generals."

"Lie'er's fate was a destined calamity, something we cannot change. If there is a chance in the future, perhaps he can regain his true form."

"From this day forward, this matter shall not be mentioned again!"

His stern voice shocked the four generals.

But since the Dragon Emperor's order had been given, they could only clasp their fists and obey.

Once the topic was dropped.

The fury in Ao Budong's eyes remained unquenched, and he spoke through gritted teeth.

"Lie'er's tragedy was caused by the provocation of the humans of the East Sea. Conquering the East Sea was Lie'er's wish before his death..."

Clearly.

In his mind, if he couldn't take revenge on that skeleton, couldn't he at least vent his anger on the humans of the Seventy-Two Islands?

"By my decree!"

"Two days from now, the entire clan will mobilize. You four will lead the vanguard. I will personally lead the campaign against the Seventy-Two Islands of the East Sea, fulfilling Lie'er's wish and slaughtering those ignorant humans who brought harm to my son!"

The four generals trembled at the command, solemnly clasping their fists in acknowledgment.

"We obey the Dragon Emperor's decree!"

Using the entire Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan to conquer the tiny Seventy-Two Islands was indeed overkill, but they had no objections, fully understanding the Dragon Emperor's wrath.

After all.

They could also see the underlying reasons. If this hatred wasn't directed at someone, how could the Dragon Emperor's heartache be resolved?

If left unchecked, it could easily become a demon in his heart!

Such is the way of the world. Someone has to take the blame.

Coincidentally, the weak Seventy-Two Islands were the perfect target.

If they had to blame someone, they should blame those humans for being too weak!