Journey to the West: Signing in for 500 Years-Chapter 600 - 594: The Only Solution [Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets]_1

Strictly speaking, the Dragon Clan no longer possessed the strength to contend with the major powers of the Three Realms.

However, they controlled the Mortal Water System, which was coveted by the entire Three Realms.

It was as the saying goes, "Unworthy of one's position, an innocent man harbors guilt for possessing a treasure."

Sha Chen said, "So you're saying the Jade Emperor is causing trouble for your Dragon Clan all over and has even made moves against some of your younger members."

"How is your Dragon Clan dealing with this situation now?"

The Dragon King of the Eastern Sea said, "We've gathered all our younger generations and sent them into the abyss to seek refuge from the disaster."

"Only some of the old, weak, sick, and disabled remain hidden in the Crystal Palace, refusing to go out. But as a result, tribes within the Mortal Water System are growing unchecked, and it will inevitably lead to a maelstrom of blood and slaughter."

"Even some from the Sea Tribe have emerged from the deep recesses of the ocean, aspiring to dominate the entire sea. Wherever we of the Dragon Clan used to roam, we could suppress them. They had to give face to Nuwa and our ancestral Yinglong and did not dare to trouble us."

"But now, with the Dragon Clan in dire straits, only the old, weak, sick, and disabled await their fate, which has also given others a whiff of opportunity. So, they want to challenge the dignity of the Dragon Clan and vie for dominance over the waters."

At this, the Dragon King of the Eastern Sea could not help but cry, and the other Dragon Kings were likewise unable to hide their tears.

Siti remarked, "During the Dragon Han's Initial Calamity Period, when your Dragon Clan competed for supremacy, you slaughtered other races without a second thought. Now, it's just karma coming full circle."

The West Sea Dragon King said, "The lady speaks the truth. Now it's karma's cycle, with punishment that cannot be missed. But has our Dragon Clan not already suffered its due retribution? Must our clan be wiped out for all karma to be settled?"

"Regardless, our Dragon Clan helped humankind during its time of crisis, assisting the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors in stabilizing the Realm of People. We've done good as well as harm for the entire Three Realms. Even if our merits and demerits cannot be offset, our wrongdoings should not merit the extinction of our clan."

Siti laughed, "Since your Dragon Clan has been kind to the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, and now that the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors have established the Fire Cloud Palace in Da Luo Tian with great power second only to that of the Saints, why not seek their help?"

"Besides, with the Fire Cloud Palace's stature aiding your Dragon Clan, no one under the heavens would dare to gossip, for your Dragon Clan once helped them, and now it's just a matter of reciprocating."

The West Sea Dragon King was rendered speechless.

The Dragon King of the Eastern Sea took over, "The lady may not know, but ever since our ancestor Yinglong disappeared, our Dragon Clan has severed ties with the Fire Cloud Palace."

"Is it that your Dragon Clan suspects the Fire Cloud Palace of betrayal, achieving their aims and then killing Yinglong?" Siti said with a devilish smile.

The Dragon Kings all fell silent, bowing their heads. While they did not admit it outright, their silence was tantamount to an acknowledgement.

Siti said, "Since Zulong, your Dragon Clan has become paranoid, suspecting others based on your fears."

"After attaining sainthood through his merits, Yinglong realized his tremendous power could threaten all races of the Three Realms, potentially raising existential fears and causing them to unite against him."

She laughed, "That's why he promised in front of all the major powers of the Three Realms that he would henceforth step out of the Three Realms, beyond the five elements, and no longer involve himself in the affairs of the Dragon Clan."

"Otherwise, your Dragon Clan would have long been annihilated by the combined forces of the great powers. Your ancestor Yinglong, having stepped out of the Three Realms and beyond the five elements, is not dead but simply not within the Three Realms."

At these words, all the Dragon Kings were taken aback, shocked, and in disbelief.

The Dragon King of the Eastern Sea asked urgently, "Who exactly are you, lady? How do you know all these things? Are your words true or false?"

"Please tell us the truth. If our ancestor is still alive, why doesn't he come back to lead our Dragon Clan? With his power, our Dragon Clan wouldn't have to struggle, hiding here and there, like rats crossing the street."

Siti snorted, "I just said it. Your ancestor left to prevent your Dragon Clan from being collectively targeted, so he chose to depart."

Sha Chen said, "You can believe her words because she is the Bodhi Tree Mother, who has lived for countless years."

"For such an ancient creature to have had dealings with your ancestor is only natural."

Siti rolled her eyes, unhappy that Sha Chen had called her an old monster.

However, she did not make any further move.

Upon learning Siti's identity, the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas were astounded and exchanged dismayed glances.

After whispering among themselves for a moment, they concluded that what Siti had said must be true.

So they kneeled to thank Siti for revealing the truth, but their expressions also showed their dilemma.

The Dragon King of the Eastern Sea said, "We should be glad that our ancestor is alive, but he is unable to lend us a hand."

"And now, at this critical moment of life and death, we can no longer count on him. Sir, we beseech you to lend us your help."

Siti snorted. "As I just said, you've misunderstood the Fire Cloud Palace. Now that the misunderstanding has been resolved, you should seek their help instead."

The Dragon King of the Eastern Sea's face reddened with embarrassment. "Madam, you're not aware that we've fallen out with the Fire Cloud Palace. Even if the misunderstanding is resolved, they will not forgive us."

"If we were to ask the Fire Cloud Palace for help now, we would only be turned away."

Siti coldly scoffed but did not argue further.

After mulling over it for a moment, Sha Chen said, "I've come to understand your Dragon Clan's plight. It is indeed very dangerous, but securing my help is not so simple."

"After all, I won't leave this place, and I doubt you'd be willing to come to my cramped abode."

The Dragon Kings of the Four Seas exchanged glances. They were indeed disinclined to seek shelter here. Otherwise, they would simply hide in the abyss and avoid such an ordeal.

The Dragon King of the Eastern Sea said, "Sir, your strength is unrivaled and your reputation resounds through the Three Realms. Should you, under the name of Flowing Sand River, vouch for our Dragon Clan, it would surely deter countless petty forces and prevent them from aggression."

In other words, it was about waving a big flag.

If the Dragon Clan was under the protection of the name of Flowing Sand River, anyone who attacked the Dragon Clan would be challenging Flowing Sand River.

As long as Sha Chen was powerful enough, the major forces of the Three Realms would have to give him face. Otherwise, it would be an affront to Sha Chen's authority.

Sha Chen said, "It's not that I don't want to agree, but I feel that even my reputation isn't enough to protect your Dragon Clan."

"Currently, my followers are being hunted by the Saints' forces from the Three Realms, and even the Heavenly Court has sent countless soldiers and generals."

"Truth be told, I'm having trouble protecting myself, so to protect your Dragon Clan is a bit much to ask."

The Dragon Kings of the Four Seas looked at each other, unsure of what to do.

Sha Chen added, "Actually, I do have a way to lend your Dragon Clan a hand. If you do it well, you might not return to the glory of the Dragon Han's First Calamity, but it should be enough to stand proudly at the pinnacle of the Three Realms, no longer needing to scurry away and hide."

The Dragon Kings' eyes shone with hope as they eagerly inquired about the method!