Chapter 2287 - 2290: Time Is Tight

Just as Ziyi sneered, Shen Qiang was touring the Dragon Palace accompanied by the stunning Mermaid Princess Qian Ning. At this moment, the Dragon Palace had already revived, with the magnificent Crystal Palace bathed in brilliant sunlight everywhere.

At the end of the tour, when Shen Qiang returned to sit on the Dragon Throne in the main hall, in just an instant, he could clearly feel the strange sensation of every creature's movement within the entire surrounding sea area.

Simply put, it's as if the Divine Sense had covered everything.

Yet, it felt different.

"Legend has it that when the Dragon Emperor was present, nothing within the Four Seas could escape his notice."

These words of Qian Ning, spoken during their tour of the Dragon Palace, echoed in his ears.

Shen Qiang increasingly felt that the Dragon Throne and the Dragon Palace were extraordinary.

Not only that, Shen Qiang attempted once more.

But subsequently, Shen Qiang had to admit that with his current power, his Divine Sense could indeed only control the situation around the nearby sea area of the Dragon Palace. He couldn't even grasp all the information within the Pacific Ocean, let alone over other sea areas.

Therefore, to achieve the level seen in Qian Ning's description, where the Dragon Emperor knew everything about the sea, could not be accomplished in a short time.

Perhaps the Spirit Bone mentioned by Taiyin Youying might be a shortcut.

With this in mind, Shen Qiang, sitting on the Dragon Throne, turned his gaze to the crowd in the grand hall.

By now, Qian Ning had already left to prepare the banquet.

The present guests were all Great Sea Demons.

The topic they were discussing naturally revolved around the Divine Corpse.

"Here, we are very far from Atlantic City. The Dragon Emperor's intention is that the sooner we settle this matter, the better. Therefore, our scouting team should set out today to investigate the situation, so when the main force arrives, they won't be unaware of the circumstances." The Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang said solemnly.

The many Great Sea Demons present acknowledged his words, expressing their agreement.

"No problem, we can immediately send people over; each house will contribute a team to form an alliance that can depart in a moment."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang, seated on the Dragon Throne, frowned and said, "The key is precision, not quantity. Our goal is not to engage in a large-scale battle with the Sea Emperor Clan but to conduct a rapid raid, seize the Divine Corpse, and leave immediately."

The many Great Sea Demons exchanged glances with each other upon hearing this.

After hesitating for a long time, one Great Sea Demon said solemnly, "Dragon Emperor, there is something you should know about the Divine Corpse. Around a thousand years ago, the Wisdom Goddess Athena and many divine beings waged a war, and Atlantic City was the battlefield at that time."

"That battle claimed the lives of many gods, including some immortal humans from Huaxia. The leader on the divine side was the Wisdom Goddess Athena. Her body is encased in a Crystal Coffin, placed in a Temple behind Atlantic City."

"The area is heavily guarded. Underwater, there is no way to replace her body without being discovered. If we have too few people, we risk going there with no hope of returning."

Shen Qiang frowned, "If we have too many, we'll be spotted before we even get close."

The many Sea Demons silently exchanged looks, not uttering a word.

The Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang said, "If there are many people, indeed we will be discovered. But conflict is inevitable; more people mean more safety."

The many Sea Demons also spoke one after another.

"The Sea Emperor Clan is extremely vicious. As soon as they find out we've gone, they will immediately attack. If we have too few people, it's sending ourselves to death."

"Yes, too few people won't work. Only by joining forces, fully manning our ranks, might we have a glimmer of hope. If we don't, it's like the dumpling was thrown to the dogs—no return."

"The safest way is to wage war against the Sea Emperor Clan. We join forces, gather all our troops, and press forward. Princess Qian Ning will summon sea creatures, and at that time, force them to surrender the Divine Corpse, or we raze their city, and they will be forced to concede."

Hearing their words, Shen Qiang furrowed his brow tightly.

In fact, Shen Qiang was well aware that they weren't wrong. If truly besieged by heavy troops and left with no hope, anyone would choose to use the Divine Corpse to trade for peace.

However.

Shen Qiang didn't have that much time.

Even though Shen Qiang now sat on the Dragon Throne and held the title of Dragon Emperor, and these Sea Demons were very respectful towards him.

But Shen Qiang's true foundation remained with Heshenghe.

If the matter dragged on too long, even if the Divine Corpse was obtained, it might be too late to save people. If Heshenghe was destroyed, no matter how strong he becomes, it would be meaningless.

So after pondering for a moment, Shen Qiang said, "I am pressed for time. I need to obtain the Divine Corpse quickly and then rush back to Heshenghe. There isn't much time to linger in Atlantic City, so here's the plan: as long as you help me reach the Temple smoothly, find the Divine Corpse and open her Crystal Coffin, your part ends there, the rest is up to me."

Hearing these words, the many Great Sea Demons were momentarily stunned.

One of the Great Sea Demons hesitated and said, "Dragon Emperor, I understand your meaning, but the Sea Emperor is in Atlantic City. His strength, we..."

Upon hearing this, Shen Qiang suddenly recalled that when his Divine Sense went to the Atlantic Dragon Palace, a super-powerful aura rushed from thousands of miles away. Shen Qiang smiled and said, "He is not an issue. I can draw him away, ensuring he won't be there when you act."

Instantly, all the Sea Demons' eyes brightened.

"If the Sea Emperor is not there, then indeed, we won't need so many people!"

The Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang furrowed his eyebrows and said, "Dragon Emperor, are you sure you can do it?"

"I can. The Sea Emperor has an obsession with me, so he will definitely leave according to my plan. As long as the Divine Corpse is found and the coffin is opened, I am confident we can achieve success," Shen Qiang said solemnly.

The many Sea Demons exchanged glances, seemingly doubtful.

But Shen Qiang remained calm because he knew that apart from Qingxuan, who urgently needed the Divine Corpse, the ancient god, as beautiful as the crescent moon, Taiyin Youying, only wanted the Flower Crown atop the Divine Corpse's head. According to her, once she gets it, she can restore part of her ability.

In this way, if Youying is strong enough, everything would be easy to manage.

"Dragon Emperor, your meaning is, as long as we help you reach the Temple, that's enough?"

"Yes," Shen Qiang replied, "And then you can withdraw, without needing to go on risking your lives."

The many Great Sea Demons immediately nodded in agreement.

"We understand. No problem. Then please have your accompanying General go as a scout first to check out the situation. We will assemble the most elite team to escort you to the Temple."