Night fell completely over the Annihilation Abyss Epoch.
The entire Great Realm Star River was upside down, the nine primordial halos slowly rotated, and the long river of laws intertwined in the high sky to form a dazzling light curtain. The sky outside the Book Master Law Palace Hall suddenly trembled, and magnificent auras rose from the four directions, like four pillars of light piercing the sky.
The first route is to the Northern Region.
A frigid, azure storm tore through the night sky, and billions of ice crystals swirled and condensed in the void, transforming into a vast, illusory ice sea stretching for thousands of miles. In the center of the ice sea, a blurry yet majestic figure slowly emerged— the Xuancang Shenying.
He was clad in a deep blue robe, beneath which seemed to surge an entire frigid domain. With each step he took, the void froze an inch, and the patterns of laws beneath his feet solidified into an orderly array of ice crystals. His gaze was as calm as the deep sea, and with a wave of his hand, the icy winds of the Northern Region instantly subsided.
The second route is through the Western Region.
A pitch-black void rift suddenly opened, as if the heavens and earth had been torn open into an abyss. Countless dark soul flames surged within the rift, and the aura of death and reincarnation intertwined to form a heavy pressure. A tall figure slowly emerged from the rift— the Grand Venerable Mingxu.
He was surrounded by a dark gray aura, and the Cycle of Reincarnation was faintly visible behind him. With each breath, he seemed to influence the flow of life and death. When he landed, the earth trembled slightly, but was quickly smoothed out by the Origin of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch.
The third route is to the Eastern Region.
The dazzling rosy light was like the rising of dawn, and golden-red flames spread across the sky like a phoenix-like curtain. Ling Jingxi appeared from the flames, her long crimson-gold robes fluttering in the wind. Behind her, countless illusions of sunrise and sunset seemed to be reflected, and the flames of law gathered and dispersed in her palms.
She landed on the palace steps, smiled slightly, and the light in the entire sky softened.
The aura of the Southern Region followed closely behind, with thunder, mountains, rivers, storms, and starlight intertwining as dozens of powerful figures descended one after another.
Powerful figures from all four regions gathered. This scene was magnificent and awe-inspiring.
The light halo of laws above the Book Master Law Palace Hall suddenly shone brightly, and billions of streams of light cascaded down like a celestial waterfall, welcoming the returning powerhouses from the four regions.
The banquet then officially began.
The void in front of the palace unfolded into a floating altar, with layers of light steps stretching for thousands of miles. The core spiritual vein of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch was activated, transforming into a transparent river of light that encircled the banquet platform. Fragments of stars floated slowly in the night sky, turning into natural lamplight.
Divine wine rippled with pale golden light in the jade cup, spiritual fruits exuded a rich fragrance, celestial birds sang, and the music of laws echoed slowly in the air. Yingling mobilized the rhythmic patterns of the entire realm, connecting the banquet platform with the starry river, so that every laugh could gently resonate between heaven and earth.
This night was not an imperial celebration, but a homecoming festivities for an entire realm.
Just as everyone took their seats, three extremely ancient auras rose from the direction of the realm's core.
The void suddenly darkened for a moment. When the first figure stepped out, the night sky seemed to be completely swallowed up and then reborn.
That was the Void Finality Saint Emperor.
He transformed into a man in black, his face cold and stern, his pupils seemingly containing the galaxy of the end times. With every gesture, the edges of space gently collapsed and then recovered.
A second figure then appeared.
The Primordial Dao-Extinguishing True Emperor.
He has now transformed into a powerful young man, his aura as imposing as mountains and seas pressing down upon him. With each step he takes, the laws of primordial chaos surge beneath his feet, as if he were gently pressing down the very origin of heaven and earth.
The third path is the Eternal Annihilation Heavenly Emperor.
He was dressed in a long, silver-white robe, his aura as still as the deathly silence of the universe. Standing there, the flow of time seemed to slow down beside him. His gaze was deep and serene, as if he had witnessed the birth and death of countless eras.
The three beast kings transformed into human form and took their seats.
They nodded slightly to Qin Yu.
That's not an act of submission, but rather an expression of recognition and resonance.
The banquet atmosphere then reached its peak.
Laughter, the aroma of wine, the radiance of laws, and the starry sky intertwined.
After nightfall.
The banquet was still going on, and in the distance, powerful figures were engaged in lively discussions, their presence as radiant as the sea of stars.
Mu Qingwan walked quietly to Qin Yu's side.
Her expression became rational and calm. "Yu." Qin Yu turned his head.
Mu Qingwan's gaze softened, yet held a thoughtful solemnity. "Those God Clan and sects that crossed dimensions came from the Spirit Firmament Great Realm."
"The Spirit Firmament Great Realm is divided into many regions, with vast territories and complex power dynamics. Most of those who have come this time are sects and branch clans from the peripheral regions."
Qin Yu's brow twitched slightly. "Their purpose in coming here?"
Mu Qingwan said softly, "It's not a test, nor is it an invasion." "It's joining."
She looked up at the distant starry sky.
"After the turmoil of the Immortal Antiquity Era in the Spirit Firmament Great Realm, the order of many realms was unstable. The laws of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch are stable, the Limitless Evolving True Flow is abundant, and with the guidance and coordination of the Yingling, it has become one of the few truly stable great realms."
"They voluntarily submitted their Fate Soul oaths, expressing their willingness to belong to the Annihilation Abyss Epoch family."
Qin Yu was silent for a moment. "How is his loyalty?"
Mu Qingwan smiled gently. "The entire process of examining the Fate Soul and causal trajectory will be personally overseen by Yingling."
"Not a single unusual movement." "They unconditionally accepted Yingling's arrangements and plans."
Qin Yu's gaze softened gradually.
In the distance, the Milky Way ripples. The Annihilation Abyss Epoch is now ablaze with lights. A true great realm, it is not merely about territory and power.
Starlight cascaded down like a waterfall, and the flowing light of the spirit wine transformed into shimmering rivers in the air. Cheers gradually rose from the banquet platform, and the music of the laws echoed slowly in the night sky.
Amidst this warm and magnificent atmosphere, three steady and profound auras slowly approached Qin Yu.
Xuancang Shenying stood at the very front.
He stood with his hands behind his back, his azure robe gleaming faintly in the starlight. His aura had become more refined and restrained, no longer as sharp and outwardly aggressive as it had been in the past, but rather more unfathomable. He walked up to Qin Yu, his gaze kind and gentle, carrying the concern of an elder.
"Little one," he said softly, his voice unusually warm, "You must have suffered a lot these past years out there, haven't you?"
Qin Yu was slightly taken aback, then chuckled. "Senior, it's alright, not too bad." His gaze was sincere, and he clasped his hands in a respectful bow.
"On the contrary, this junior should thank the three seniors for their tireless efforts in protecting the Annihilation Abyss Epoch."
Xuancang Shenying laughed heartily, his voice so powerful it made the starlight in the night sky tremble slightly. "Hey, no need to thank me."
He raised his hand and patted Qin Yu on the shoulder, his tone cheerful.
"If it weren't for you, we would probably still be toiling away in the Spirit Firmament Great Realm, perhaps even after a thousand years of seclusion without making a single breakthrough."
The Grand Venerable Mingxu slowly stepped forward. His dark gray robes rippled like a night sea under the starlight, and his aura was profound and steady.
"Yes, Qin Yu." "Thinking back to those days in the Spirit Firmament Great Realm, when we fought together against Immortal Antiquity Ming Xianyou, those fierce battles..."
A flicker of reminiscence crossed his eyes. "Back then, we were merely powerful figures on our own sides, but now... we've reached the Silent Source Realm · Supreme."
Ling Jingxi stood beside the two, golden-red light gently swirling in her eyes.
"Qin Yu." Her voice was calm.
"The Annihilation Abyss Epoch is not only protected by us, but more importantly by your unwavering Dao heart."
"The reason why a great industry has come this far is not just because of resources and rules, but because of your unwavering spirit."
Qin Yu listened to the three people's words and felt a slight tremor in his heart. He was not unaware of his own sacrifices.
But being recognized by these three seniors who had fought side by side in the Spirit Firmament Great Realm still moved him deeply.
He bowed deeply. "Without the three seniors guarding the four regions, the Annihilation Abyss Epoch could not have remained stable to this day."
"The reason I've come this far is because you've all supported me from behind."
At this moment, there is no distinction between emperors and the strong; there are only comrades who trust each other.
Just as the atmosphere was gradually settling down, a light and cheerful voice broke the solemnity.
"Little Qinzi, look who this is." Yunyi led a woman over.
Qin Yu looked up, his pupils contracting slightly.
Under the starlight of the night, the woman's figure was graceful and slender, her light ink-colored long dress flowing like water, with a sharp sword intent faintly flowing between the hem.
Her hair was jet black, with slightly curled ends, and her eyes held a subtle blend of resilience and gentleness.
Those eyes, clear yet concealing a sharp edge, were like a divine sword quietly returning to its sheath.
The Void Authority World-Annihilating Divine Sword — Wan He. "Wan He." Qin Yu's voice softened unconsciously.
Wan He smiled slightly and gave a gentle bow. "Young Master, it's been a long time."
That one sentence was simple, yet it carried the relief of a reunion after many years. Qin Yu took a step closer.
"Wan He, have you fully recovered from your injuries now?"
Wan He nodded. "Yes, I've fully recovered. I have to thank Sister Yunyi for the help of the Silent Abyss Unconstructed and the Jiwu Annihilation Mirror."
Yunyi immediately put her hands on her hips, looking smug. "Oh, no need to be so polite, it's what I should do."
Extinguished Light chuckled from the side. "The original self?"
Yunyi straightened her head and puffed out her chest. "What's wrong? My strength is now definitely in the top three of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch."
Extinguished Light's lips curled up: "Yes, yes, yes." "Top three."
Her tone was clearly teasing. Yunyi glared at her. "Hmph."
Everyone burst into laughter, completely igniting the atmosphere of the banquet.
The spirit wine clattered crisply in the jade cup, the music of laws transforming into a melodious tune. Powerful figures from the four domains reminisced about the past, while the three Beast Kings and the Grand Venerable Mingxu drank together.
Xuancang Shenying and Ling Jingxi discussed future defense plans, while Qian Ruishan and Mu Qingwan accompanied Jin Hanyan to familiarize herself with everything in the Annihilation Abyss Epoch.
Starlight shone like the sea, laughter echoed like the tide. On this night, the Annihilation Abyss Epoch was no longer a vast realm of conquest and scheming, but a true "home."
Qin Yu stood at the edge of the platform, watching all of this.
His eyes no longer held the bloodshed and fierce battles, but a rare tranquility. At that moment, he suddenly understood.
Perhaps true strength is not just about Annihilation enemies, but about protecting this light.
The starlight of the banquet flowed across the night sky, and the fragrance of the spirit wine intertwined with the music of the laws to create a warm and vast curtain of light.
Just as everyone was chatting and laughing, three extremely ancient and powerful auras simultaneously emerged slowly from behind the banquet platform.
The air seemed to sink slightly. It wasn't oppressive, but rather a weight naturally emanating from a primordial being.
The Void Finality Saint Emperor the first to step forward.
He transformed into human form, clad in a long, deep black robe, the hem of which seemed to faintly shimmer with the galaxy of the end. His eyes were so profound they seemed to devour time itself, and with every gesture, the edges of space gently contracted and then recovered.
Following closely behind was the Primordial Dao-Extinguishing True Emperor.
He wore a dark gold battle robe, his shoulders were broad, and his aura was as heavy as a mountain pressing down. With each step he took, it was as if an invisible primordial power spread out under his feet, and the origin of heaven and earth slowly vibrated around him.
Finally, there is the Eternal Annihilation Heavenly Emperor.
His long, silver-white robes cascaded down like moonlight, his expression indifferent and serene, as if he stood outside of time. Subtle ripples of Annihilation gently spread around him, like the silent final chapter of an era flowing around him.
The three beast kings came before Qin Yu together.
The powerful figures present all focused their attention on this.
Then—the three of them bowed slightly at the same time. "My lord, welcome back!"
His voice was deep and solemn.
This gesture is not a sign of submission, but rather stems from genuine respect and recognition.
Qin Yu's expression changed slightly. He quickly raised his hand to indicate, "The three of you, there's no need for that."
His tone was sincere and gentle. "It is my blessing, Qin Yu, to have the three of you guarding the Annihilation Abyss Epoch."
The Primordial Dao-Extinguishing True Emperor raised his head, his gaze steady. "If it weren't for the Lord's Annihilation of that Primordial Limitless Ancestral Emperor in the Heavenly Abyss Riven Firmament back then..."
His voice trailed off slowly, each word carrying the weight of heavy memories.
We have long since vanished into nothingness.
The Void Finality Saint Emperor spoke calmly, "I still remember that battle. Heaven and earth shattered, all laws reversed, and the might of the Ancestral Emperor swept across all realms."
"Without a lord, we wouldn't even have the right to retreat to the Annihilation Abyss Epoch."
The Eternal Annihilation Heavenly Emperor's voice was calm, yet carried an unwavering resolve.
"It is our good fortune to be here today, sharing this night of joy with the Lord."
The Primordial Dao-Extinguishing True Emperor clasped his hands in a fist salute once more. "We swear to defend the Annihilation Abyss Epoch death."
The Void Finality Saint Emperor and the Eternal Annihilation Heavenly Emperor nodded simultaneously.
"We swear to defend it to the death." This moment.
The noise of the banquet seemed to quiet down for a moment.
Everyone looked this way. Qin Yu was standing there.
Looking at the three super beast kings before him, who once dominated all realms but now willingly guarded one realm.
A strange emotion welled up inside him. It wasn't pride.
It's not about the satisfaction of being an emperor, but a profound responsibility.
He slowly stepped forward, his gaze sweeping over the three of them. "The battle at Heavenly Abyss Riven Firmament."
His voice was low. "I'm not doing this for anything else." "Nor is it to establish authority." "It's because of you."
"The Annihilation Abyss Epoch is our common home." These words were uttered.
The three beast kings' gazes simultaneously sharpened. Qin Yu stared intently at them.
"My Annihilation the Primordial Limitless Ancestral Emperor is not a favor, but an inevitability."
"Now that you are all here in the Annihilation Abyss Epoch, I can finally rest easy."
The deep, ethereal starlight in the eyes of the Void Finality Saint Emperor trembled slightly.
The Primordial Dao-Extinguishing True Emperor slowly clenched his fist. The Eternal Annihilation Heavenly Emperor nodded quietly.
At that moment, there were no grand vows, no lofty pronouncements, only a silent understanding between them.
The Milky Way flowed slowly above the banquet platform, and the primal light of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch quietly spread through the night.
Qin Yu looked at them, a genuine emotion appearing in his eyes—not the admiration of a strong person for another strong person.
Rather, it was the trust between comrades that transcended life and death. That night, the lights of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch shone brighter than ever before.