Chapter Thirteen: Betrayal Among Humans, Opportunism Among Aliens, Journey to the Boundary Sea

“Xiao Xuan is really leaving! Not only has he lifted the seal on the passage, but he has also removed the demon suppression talismans over the Abyss. We can finally regain our freedom!”

“He even drew out the Chaos Divine Sword and took back the Chaos Tower. After a hundred thousand years, our alien clans have finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel!”

“Who would have thought that this stubborn troublemaker would change his mind over a single immortal herb? If I had known, I would have offered it willingly.”

“The Ancient Ape Demon Emperor is truly unlucky. If he hadn’t jumped the gun and drawn a wave of hatred, perhaps this ending could have been avoided.”

“Today is a day worth celebrating. Hurry up and bring out the treasured nectars and rare wines to toast this historic moment!”

The alien emperors celebrated among themselves. They had been suppressed by Xiao Xuan for a hundred thousand years, but now, at last, they glimpsed the dawn of hope. Some of the ancient emperors even longed to step beyond the Abyss and see the outside world with their own eyes.

With great caution, they stepped onto the passage. When they reached its end and beheld the familiar sight of the Abyss, tears of joy welled up in their eyes. It had been too long since they last saw the scenery of the Abyss.

“Is all this really true? I still can’t believe it. Has that troublemaker Xiao Xuan truly left? Could he be lying in wait for us outside?”

At the moment they were about to step out of the passage, some alien emperors hesitated. They were intimidated by Xiao Xuan’s formidable reputation and found it hard to accept this reality.

“It’s absolutely true! I got this news from the Silver Moon Supreme himself—no mistake,” an alien emperor said excitedly. “That troublemaker has indeed left, and he’s returned to the human race. He might just stir up a storm there.”

“Xiao Xuan himself is the Human Emperor, how could he return to the human realm and cause chaos?” Hearing this, the other emperors showed great interest and eagerly asked what had happened.

“It all started with those old human bastards. Because the humans were ungrateful and treacherous, they even considered wiping out the Xiao family while Xiao Xuan was guarding the Abyss. When Xiao Xuan learned of this, he ventured into the alien lands seeking the immortal herb,” explained an emperor who knew the inside story.

Hearing this, the alien emperors were shocked.

“Humans are truly shameless! Xiao Xuan guarded them for a hundred thousand years, and yet they treated him and the Xiao family like this,” one emperor said angrily.

“If it were me, I would have rebelled long ago. Such humans—whoever wants to protect them can do so; only fools would persist!” another emperor chimed in.

“Although Xiao Xuan can be infuriating at times, I truly respect him. His plight moved me deeply. I even want to lead my people to vent our anger against the humans,” another emperor declared.

“Since humans have stabbed him in the back, do you think Xiao Xuan might join us aliens?” one emperor asked curiously.

“Don’t be silly. If Xiao Xuan came to the alien lands, how could we have a peaceful life?” another emperor retorted.

“Enough. Let’s focus on how to help Xiao Xuan get some justice!” one emperor suggested.

These alien emperors, though once opposed to Xiao Xuan, now all spoke in his defense.

The aliens, though brutal, respected the strong and revered power. They disliked scheming and only believed in the supremacy of strength. Xiao Xuan was not one of them, but by single-handedly guarding the aliens for a hundred thousand years, he had earned their respect.

Now, hearing of his treatment by the humans, these alien emperors felt wronged on his behalf and even wished to help him seek justice.

“That’s enough. We don’t need to interfere too much!”

“Our mission is to follow and observe, to see if this legendary troublemaker can safely return to the human realm.”

“This was a special order from the Silver Moon Supreme before he left—to intervene promptly if Xiao Xuan faces danger, ensuring his safe return.”

At that moment, a certain alien emperor under the Silver Moon Supreme spoke.

His name was the Azure Demon Emperor. Though not the strongest, he had inherited the Silver Moon Supreme’s ruthless and cunning nature and held a position of influence among the aliens.

Upon hearing this was the Silver Moon Supreme’s command, the emperors’ expressions grew serious. Though they were not fond of the Silver Moon Supreme—one of the Nine Supremes known for his craftiness and treachery—they all understood he was the representative of the Immortal Lord in the alien lands. No one dared ignore his orders.

“Since it is the Silver Moon Supreme’s command, we will do our utmost,” an emperor vowed.

“I’m also curious whether the human emperors can stand up to Xiao Xuan,” another emperor said, cracking his knuckles.

“With Xiao Xuan’s power, those human emperors are nothing more than chopping blocks. His return will surely ignite a bloody storm!”

“Ha! I’m looking forward to seeing the humans suffer!” an emperor said excitedly.

“Let’s go. I want to witness this rare moment. It’s been a hundred thousand years—I’ve almost forgotten what the Boundary Sea looks like,” an emperor said nostalgically.

“The Boundary Sea is nothing. I once crossed it and fought all the way to the Human Imperial Pass,” one emperor boasted.

“Come on, you charged to the Imperial Pass full of zeal but got half your body shot by an expert’s arrow and had to retreat with your tail between your legs,” another emperor teased.

The emperors laughed heartily as they stepped out of the Abyss, gazing at the vast Boundary Sea with mixed emotions.

After a hundred thousand years of imprisonment, they finally saw hope of freedom once more.

“Look, that troublemaker has reached the Boundary Sea. Let’s follow, but don’t reveal our presence—observe from hiding first,” the Azure Demon Emperor pointed at Xiao Xuan in the distance.

Led by the Azure Demon Emperor, the alien emperors set out for the Boundary Sea. Their hearts were both excited and complicated—they had been imprisoned for a hundred thousand years and now finally had a chance to regain their freedom.

In the blink of an eye, they reached the edge of the Boundary Sea. There they saw the vast, endless black ocean, its waves raging and crashing against the rocky shore with deafening, bone-chilling roars.

“This is the Boundary Sea? It’s truly magnificent!” a young emperor exclaimed.

“Yes, I almost forgot what this feeling was like,” another emperor said with emotion.

They stood by the shore, gazing into the distance, hearts full of longing. They knew that once they crossed this Boundary Sea, they would enter the human domain.

“All right, let’s not linger here. Xiao Xuan has gone far ahead—let’s catch up,” the Azure Demon Emperor reminded them.

The alien emperors immediately focused. They knew their mission was to follow and observe Xiao Xuan, ensuring his safe return to the human realm.

With the dangers of the Boundary Sea, they had to stay vigilant, ready to face any threats.

Whoosh! Whoosh!

In an instant, the alien emperors transformed into streaks of light, flying into the depths of the Boundary Sea. In their hearts, there was only one goal: to ensure Xiao Xuan’s safe and sound return to the human race.

They understood this was not only the Silver Moon Supreme’s command but also a mark of respect for the one who had guarded the Abyss for a hundred thousand years.