Meanwhile, in the Blood God Palace of the Great Wilderness, the meeting between Styx and the Saints was also drawing to a close.
"Everyone, an Eon passes in the blink of an eye." Styx's gaze swept over all the Saints and Heavenly Venerates present. "This battle concerns not only the survival of the Great Wilderness but also the Dao paths of us all."
"I hope all of you can work together and make full preparations for battle during this Eon. We must not only protect our homeland but also help the Great Wilderness ascend to the highest reaches."
"We shall respectfully obey the Dao Venerate's decree!"
All the Saints and Heavenly Venerates in the hall immediately voiced their assent in unison. Their voices resounded throughout the universe, and their eyes were filled with determination and resolve.
Styx nodded slightly. His gaze lingered briefly on Sanqing and Ying Zheng before he waved his sleeve.
"The matter here is settled. Everyone, return and make your preparations. One Eon from now, outside the Primordial Chaos Ruins, I shall await the challenge of the Chaos Demon Gods together with all of you!"
After his words fell, the Saints no longer lingered. Aside from Sanqing and Ying Zheng, everyone else transformed into streaks of light, leaving the Blood Sea and returning to their respective Dojos to begin their final preparations for battle.
Zhen Yuanzi and Hong Yun, the two best friends, walked side by side, their eyes filled with blazing battle intent. It was difficult to associate them with the good-natured and good-for-nothing figures they had been before.
Nuwa and Fuxi also exchanged a smile before returning to Mount Shouyang. The two of them had always been rather laid-back, but they too possessed the conviction to protect the Great Wilderness.
After bidding farewell to the