bullyxtreme Chapter 116 The Ripples of the River
Chapter 116 The Ripples of the River
The Thousand Water River, located in the eastern part of the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, is a long and magnificent river. This river is mysterious and unpredictable, with crystal-clear water. Its winding course stretches into the distance, like an endless river of time.
Hidden at the bottom of the Thousand Water River is a magnificent dragon palace, constructed from countless sparkling crystals, precious gems, and mysterious spiritual materials.
The luminous pearls embedded in the walls emitted a soft and warm glow, illuminating every corner of the Dragon Palace. Water flowed like silk, gently rippling around the palace, its shimmering surface even more dazzling in the night, as if one had entered a fairyland.
At this moment, in the very center of the Dragon Palace, seated upon a majestic throne was the Dragon King of the Thousand Water River—Ao Baili. He was enormous, his body covered in pure white, jade-like scales, each scale shimmering with golden light, as if containing immense power. His whiskers, like flowing ribbons, swayed gently with the current. His face was resolute, his gaze as deep as a lake, revealing boundless wisdom and majesty. His existence was like the embodiment of this great river, controlling the fate and future of the entire Thousand Water River.
Surrounding him were his elite aquatic warriors and strategists. Each member of the aquatic tribe was tall and slender, possessing an extraordinary aura; they were clearly the elite of the Thousand Water River. The atmosphere within this dragon palace was unusually tense. The appearance of the lightning tribulation made everyone realize that some unusual turbulence was quietly brewing. As the Dragon King of the Thousand Water River, "Ao Xue Bai Li" had to quickly find out the source of the lightning tribulation in order to deal with the possible challenge.
"Your Majesty, the commotion of this tribulation is immense; it must be a breakthrough by a powerful figure from the Myriad Demon Valley. In my opinion, could it be the White Tiger King?" A thousand-year-old tortoise prime minister spoke slowly, his tone filled with worry. "The White Tiger King's strength is well-known. If he breaks through to the Integration Realm, it will bring tremendous changes to the Myriad Demon Valley, and may even affect the safety of our Thousand Water River."
"Hmph." The old dragon "Ao Baili" snorted coldly, his expression slightly solemn. His voice was as melodious as flowing water, yet it was filled with a strong sense of pressure. "The White Tiger King does indeed possess such strength. If he succeeds in breaking through, he will definitely expand his influence. And if he sets his sights on the Thousand Water River, we will probably be the first to bear the brunt." His gaze deepened, as if he was pondering the profound significance of this heavenly tribulation.
At this moment, other areas of the Thousand Water River were also thrown into extreme chaos by the shockwaves of the lightning tribulation. Some shrimp soldiers and crab generals who were cultivating were impacted by the energy fluctuations of the lightning tribulation, their spiritual power spiraling out of control, their internal mana churning violently, causing them to thrash and struggle in the water. Some unfortunate aquatic elites were even directly struck by lightning and died instantly. The pearl oyster spirits cultivating underwater were also thrown into panic by the intense tremors, and the quality of their pearls, which were being formed, cracked due to the disturbance. The tranquility of the entire Thousand Water River was completely shattered, and all the aquatic elites felt an uneasy atmosphere.
"Your Majesty, the situation is extremely urgent. Should we take immediate action?" a tuna general said anxiously. His scales shimmered, and he exuded a sharp aura. "If the White Tiger King breaks through to the Integration Realm, he will surely expand his territory. We of the Thousand Water River will likely be the first to bear the brunt, and it will be difficult to avoid conflict with him."
"Don't rush." Ao Baili calmly waved her hand, signaling him not to be too hasty. "We need to figure out whether it's the White Tiger King breaking through or a powerful figure from another force. If it's really the White Tiger King, then we must be prepared for a joint operation, uniting with other forces to deal with it together. If it's not, we still need to find out who is behind the breakthrough before we can respond."
He turned his gaze to the strategists around him, his voice low yet authoritative: "Send out elite troops to investigate the exact location of the tribulation and find out the truth. Whoever is breaking through, it concerns the future of Qianshui River. We must find our own path to survival and development in this turmoil."
Thus, squads of elite aquatic creatures swiftly set off, swimming towards the direction from which the lightning tribulation had occurred. They moved silently through the water, advancing with speed and precision. Meanwhile, the old dragon "Aoxue Baili" continued to discuss countermeasures with her strategists in the Dragon Palace, analyzing possible changes in the situation. They understood that this lightning tribulation was not merely a natural phenomenon; it might conceal a breakthrough that would reshape the landscape of the Ten Thousand Demon Valley, and the future of the Thousand Water River might be drastically altered as a result.
As these elite aquatic creatures advanced, the ripples beneath the surface grew increasingly intense. The atmosphere along the Thousand Water River grew increasingly tense, as if every drop of water foreshadowed some unavoidable change. Unlike the tribulation of lightning in the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, here, the fate of the aquatic creatures would be more directly affected by these fluctuations. For thousands of years, the dragons of the Thousand Water River had never faced such a tremendous challenge.
"Judging from the power of the tribulation lightning, if it really is the White Tiger King breaking through, the extent of his breakthrough is at least above the Integration Realm," said a mature and prudent White Scale Fish strategist, a calm glint in his eyes. "If the White Tiger King breaks through, it will inevitably have a profound impact on the entire Ten Thousand Demon Valley, and may even bring about a new bloody baptism."
"No matter the outcome, we of the Thousand Water River cannot stand idly by," Ao Xue Bai Li said softly, his deep, lake-like eyes gazing into the distance, his gaze piercing through the countless ripples. "I have been waiting for the right opportunity, and perhaps this is it." His words contained a hidden determination.
As the investigations of elite aquatic teams progressed, more information gradually returned: the intensity of the lightning tribulation was increasing, the distant fluctuations were becoming more intense, and almost all aquatic creatures could feel the powerful tremors. Increasing evidence pointed to the White Tiger King of the Ten Thousand Demon Valley, making the situation at the Thousand Water River even more unpredictable.
"Your Majesty, the source of the tribulation lightning has been confirmed; it indeed originates from the border between the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons and the Thousand Water River. It seems that besides Your Majesty, only the White Tiger King might be undergoing tribulation there." An elite soldier reported, his tone tinged with tension.
"It seems we must act immediately." Ao Xue Bai Li stood up, his gaze sharp. His voice was steady and powerful. "Immediately summon all forces and prepare for a joint response."
Meanwhile, the elite aquatic creatures of the Thousand Water River have already sprung into action, traversing the underwater world to begin a secret reconnaissance. The prelude to a storm has quietly arrived, and the Thousand Water River, amidst these turbulent waves, is beginning to search for its foothold.
The Valley of Ten Thousand Demons and the Thousand Water River. For a long time, the strength of these two has been evenly matched, like two towering peaks standing side by side, confronting each other yet interdependent, thus forming a subtle and stable state of mutual restraint.
However, this fragile balance is like thin ice on a calm lake; even the slightest crack would shatter it completely. If one side successfully breaks through to the legendary Integration Realm, the balance of power will inevitably tilt, and the existing equilibrium will vanish. At that time, the side gaining immense power will surely seize the opportunity to break the current stalemate with overwhelming superiority, while the other side may be forced into a passive and defensive position.