He truly had not wanted to emerge too early, because something had gone wrong during his enlightenment in the past, and he had nearly perished outright.
In recognition of his contributions, the Undying Heavenly Emperor had refined Immortal Source to seal him away, and had even used supreme means to draw Immortal Light from the Road to Immortality to nourish his body and Primordial Spirit. After recuperating for long ages, he had finally returned from the brink of death.
But he still bore terrible Dao Injuries that were far from fully healed, and his strength had declined, falling far short of what it once was.
If he emerged now and fought with all his strength, the consequences would be severe, and the price unbearable.
He might very well perish outright.
But he had no choice but to emerge. His opponent had already brought the fight to his doorstep.
Moreover, the Undying Heavenly Emperor's offspring had seemingly been slain by his opponent.
There was absolutely no mistaking the aura on that five-colored divine fan.
"Finally willing to come out?"
The Eastern Emperor stared straight at the Sun-Moon Divine General.
His eyes brimmed with soaring battle intent as he said bluntly, "I can barely suppress my cultivation realm anymore. Don't say I didn't give you a chance. Before I undergo my tribulation, attack with everything you have..."
"Otherwise, you won't have any hope at all!"
Over these ten years.
He had continually consolidated his foundations and contemplated the Great Dao.
He had also constantly fought his Dao Body, tempering himself with relentless intensity.
He had continually broken through and transcended himself between life and death. His accumulated foundations could no longer simply be described as profound; they were far too outrageous and astonishing.
Because he had suppressed himself too fiercely, even the