Dragon Emperor of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan

One stone stirred a thousand waves.

Following that thunderous roar, hundreds of figures radiating formidable auras shot into the sky. The sheer number and quality of these experts left Xiao Yan secretly amazed. Every single one was at least a Dou Zun. If such experts were placed in the Central Continent, a mere stomp from them all would make the entire continent tremble three times over!

"Xia Ao, barging into East Dragon Island will not end well for you!" Elder Zhu Li also rose into the air and shouted angrily.

"Hehe, I would like to see what you can do to this Saint." The burly, broad-backed man known as Xia Ao grinned. "Enough nonsense. Dragon Scale Army, crush them all! Leave no one behind!"

With that, Xia Ao charged straight at Elder Zhu Li. Elder Zhu Li did not evade him either, immediately engaging the burly man in battle. Both were Mid-level Half-Saints. If no one stopped them and they rushed into the opposing formations, it would inevitably become a one-sided slaughter. That was precisely what neither of them wished to see. This was an internal conflict within the Ancient Void Dragon Clan; it was better to spill less blood.

Seeing the two Half-Saints become entangled in battle, the remaining experts hesitated no longer. Hundreds of enormous Dou Qi streams collided in the sky, shattering even the space at their points of impact to a certain degree. Fortunately, East Dragon Island had made thorough defensive preparations and actually held a slight advantage for the moment.

Flame Split, Wave Devouring Ruler!

Xiao Yan swung the Heavy Black Ruler expressionlessly. A colossal wave of flame nearly a hundred zhang high surged forth, instantly sweeping up two two-star Dou Zun experts from the Dragon Scale Army. Within only a few breaths, the two screamed as they plummeted straight from the sky, only to be promptly tied up like dumplings by East Dragon Island personnel responsible for handling captives.

Xiao Yan weaved continuously through the battlefield. Every time he attacked, one or two Dou Zun experts from the Dragon Scale Army would be brought down. A few days ago, Elder Zhu Li had specifically instructed him that unless it was a life-or-death situation, he merely needed to render the invaders incapable of fighting. This style of battle suited Xiao Yan perfectly. After all, he had no interest whatsoever in becoming embroiled in the Ancient Void Dragon Clan's internal conflict.

As Dragon Scale Army experts continued to fall, in just over ten minutes, the invading Dragon Scale Army was nearly wiped out. Naturally, the two Half-Saints fighting in the midst of the battle noticed this change.

"Xia Ao, you have ultimately lost this battle." Seeing the situation steadily improve, Elder Zhu Li was delighted and spoke with a trace of mockery.

"Zhu Li, do not celebrate too soon. The Dragon Scale Army of North Dragon Island has yet to reach the battlefield." Xia Ao merely smiled faintly at those words. Zhu Li's expression immediately turned exceedingly grim.

The moment his words fell, azure light flared brilliantly beyond the void outside the island. Several figures with extremely powerful auras tore through the air and hovered above Ancient Dragon Island. The aura of the green-robed elder at their head even made Xiao Yan shudder. This green-robed elder's aura was actually a notch stronger than Elder Zhu Li's. He had likely already entered the realm of a High-level Half-Saint...

"Zhu Li, do you still recognize me?" The green-robed elder swept his gaze around before settling it on Elder Zhu Li.

"Qing Yan, it has been a long time." Zhu Li struck out with a palm, forcing Xia Ao back, while staring fixedly at the green-robed elder. With his discernment, he immediately determined that this old monster, whom he had not seen for many years, had already advanced to the High-level Half-Saint class. Across all of Ancient Dragon Island, there was actually no one capable of stopping him!

"Since you recognize me, you should give up this pointless resistance early. Every drop of Ancient Void Dragon blood spilled in vain is a tremendous tragedy." Qing Yan sighed with a hint of regret before continuing, "We now have two Half-Saints, while you have only one. It seems this conflict has already been decided."

"Hmph, if you want to take Lady Zi Yan away, you will have to step over my corpse first!" Zhu Li gave a chilling laugh and snorted before charging straight at the green-robed elder.

"Ah, Zhu Li, you truly will not give up until you see the coffin." The green-robed elder sighed softly, then raised his voice slightly and said solemnly, "Dragon Scale Army, attack! Today, anyone on this Dragon Island who dares stand in our way will be killed without mercy!"

"I will stop this old fellow." Xia Ao flashed forward and appeared before the seemingly crazed Zhu Li. Seeing this, Zhu Li also let out a long sigh and turned back to rejoin his battle with Xia Ao.

"This friend, you are not a member of my Ancient Void Dragon Clan, are you?" The green-robed elder stared unblinkingly at Xiao Yan. He could sense that the black-clothed young man possessed strength around that of an Eight-star Dou Zun. If he killed him today, it might serve as an example to intimidate the rest.

"I'm not," Xiao Yan said in a deep voice.

"This friend, it would be best if you did not interfere in my Ancient Void Dragon Clan's internal strife. I will give you one chance. If you leave immediately, I can see you courteously out of our territory and let bygones be bygones." The green-robed elder patiently persuaded him.

"Then I am sorry, but I must decline. For certain reasons, I have to help Elder Zhu Li defend Ancient Dragon Island today!" Xiao Yan declared loudly. The moment he spoke, approving gazes from all directions focused on him. Even Qing Yan nodded imperceptibly. East Dragon Island was truly fortunate to have befriended such a powerful young expert.

"Then there is nothing I can do." Qing Yan spoke with some regret as overwhelming pressure locked onto Xiao Yan. Xiao Yan snorted coldly, and several Heavenly Flames surged out, covering every inch of his skin as he forcibly endured that pressure.

"Hm?" A fleeting flash of surprise appeared on Qing Yan's face. He casually struck out with a palm. The palm wind instantly condensed into a massive tangible hand and flew straight toward Xiao Yan. With just one strike, it slammed Xiao Yan into the ground, smashing out a pit dozens of zhang deep. Xiao Yan slowly rose to his feet, a trace of blood seeping from the corner of his mouth. This old man was immensely powerful. With Xiao Yan's strength, he could not even withstand a casual palm strike.

At the same time, the crystalline energy layer around Zi Yan had completely melted away. She opened her eyes, and a golden stream shot explosively from her body, piercing straight into the clouds. The instant that golden stream appeared, everyone on Ancient Dragon Island felt an immense pressure originating from their bloodlines. All fighting on the battlefield came to a halt.

"It is the new Dragon Emperor of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan!" Qing Yan cried out, his expression turning ugly. It seemed this mission had completely failed. What a pity—they had only been a few hours away...

"Miss, you are?" Zi Yan looked at Yao Ling with an inquiring gaze. It was not difficult for her to guess that the crystalline layer around her body had been dissolved by this young woman. No matter what, she owed this young woman a favor this time.

"One of the Ancient Eight Clans, the Yao Clan's Young Clan Leader, Yao Ling. I came here with Xiao Yan. To hasten Your Majesty's awakening, I helped dissolve the crystalline layer in Xiao Yan's place." Yao Ling forced herself to speak despite the dizziness caused by excessive Dou Qi consumption. Then, using her last bit of strength, she took out the sandalwood treasure box containing the Nine-grade Treasure Pill. "The Yao Clan respectfully presents a gift in celebration of the Dragon Emperor's coronation."

Having said that, she could no longer hold on and fainted.

"Carry her away and take good care of her." Zi Yan ordered the two guards beside her with majesty. She then tapped the ground with the tip of her foot and shot into the sky, roaring, "Those who have invaded my Dragon Island today, leave of your own accord! Otherwise, you will be killed without mercy!"