"Offense is the best defense.
If we defend too long, we'll eventually lose. Defense alone will never solve the core problem.
If Eternal Night can invade the Eternal World, then surely we can do the same to them.
From what I know, in the previous epoch, the Eternal World once launched an invasion into the Eternal Night Realm, carrying the flames of war directly into their lands.
Passive defense saps morale and dulls our fighting edge."Yi Tianxing declared with clarity and weight.
These words made many of the gathered supreme cultivators shift their expressions subtly. Clearly, it struck a chord deep within them.
Indeed—to attack is to seize initiative. It meant dictating the pace and rhythm of war. To fight when one chooses, and not when forced. That was true power.
"Although both sides suffered heavy losses in the last epoch, in truth, we of the Eternal World were on the losing end.
Many of us here… even our true bodies perished in the Eternal Night Realm."The Longevity Dao Lord said after a moment of silence.
"What? You… your true bodies died? Then what are you now?"Yi Tianxing was visibly shaken. The shock of that revelation struck him like a lightning bolt.
If their true bodies had died, then how could these powerful beings now stand before him? That contradiction hinted at immense, hidden secrets—the kind only the oldest, deepest layers of the Eternal World would know.
"Due to… certain special circumstances, our true bodies did indeed revive, and now exist within the current epoch.
That fact is real.
But unless it becomes absolutely necessary, our true bodies will not interfere.
That's why we've chosen to reincarnate as second lives—avatars that may act freely."The Dao Lord exhaled slowly as he explained.
"Defense is merely a temporary strategy.
The current Eternal Era is still too fragile.
It needs time to grow—time for new peak cultivators to emerge.
Until then, our true selves will not act.
As things stand now, the Eternal World simply does not have the strength to invade Eternal Night."
This truth was bitter—but undeniable.
The God-Demon Battlefield was already taxing the Eternal World's resources just to maintain defense. Launching an offensive was a luxury they could not afford.
But Yi Tianxing's Great Yi Dynasty might be an exception.
Every day, millions of new soldiers were being added to his ranks.
Inside the Hongmeng Heavenly Emperor Tower, elite soldiers were born every moment—reforged through the "Heavenly Soldier War Codex", trained rigorously until they became 9th-rank Heavenly Soldiers.
Such a vast and ever-growing army meant that Great Yi had surplus power—more than enough to support a sustained campaign.
Yi Tianxing had never been one for passivity. In fact, his instincts leaned toward decisive, overwhelming offense.
From the very beginning, this had been his goal—and the idea only continued to mature. He was merely waiting for the right moment to strike.
If no one else would take the lead—then he would be the one to draw the first sword.
"Dao Lord, may I ask—how can the Eternal World break into Eternal Night?
And what lies beyond the barrier?"Yi Tianxing asked, his voice calm but firm.
Only the Longevity Dao Lord could provide such key intelligence.
"You… really intend to go into Eternal Night?"Pure Yang Sword Immortal was so shocked he nearly dropped his wine gourd, spilling some in his lap.
Yi Tianxing's audacity left him speechless.
"Indeed. Eternal Night uses Star Gates to create interdimensional channels.
We, on the other hand, possess a Well of Gods and Demons on the battlefield.
Through that well, we can step into the Eternal Night Realm."The Dao Lord looked deeply into Yi Tianxing's eyes, as if trying to read his heart.
After a brief hesitation, he relayed the method of entry.
"On our side lies the God-Demon Battlefield that defends against Eternal Night.
On their side, they too have a battlefield—called the Eternal Night Warfront.
That is their staging ground for troops, supplies, and invasions into our world.
The two battlefields mirror one another.
Our world's laws invade their battlefield, just as theirs invade ours.
In essence—battlefield laws are bidirectional."
"Just as the God-Demon Battlefield limits powerful cultivators from entering, the Eternal Night Warfront also restricts high-tier invaders.
For instance, beings of Dao Platform Realm and above are mostly excluded.
At most, a few exceptions might slip through—but it's extremely rare.
The exact conditions, however, remain to be explored."
Yi Tianxing memorized every word with intense focus.
This information was vital.
If he truly chose to launch an expedition, it could make or break his campaign.
"Yi Emperor… are you seriously considering entering Eternal Night?
No one knows how many legions of darkness lie in wait.
Any misstep could result in disaster.
You are a pillar of the human race—a dragon among men.
You cannot gamble your life so easily!"Pure Yang Sword Immortal pleaded urgently.
Yi Tianxing's life was now a national asset. A single accident could bring ruin to millions.
"He's right. This is not the time for a decisive war. If anything were to happen, the cost would be unimaginable."The Old Farmer nodded gravely.
Others chimed in as well, urging caution.
"Rest assured. I'm only seeking knowledge for now.
I haven't made any final decisions.
But even if we plan to defend, we must prepare to attack."Yi Tianxing replied with a calm smile.
But no one could be certain what he was truly thinking.
"Here—this is an ancient codex compiled from the Eternal Night Realm's various races and factions.
Take it.
Someday, it may prove useful."The Longevity Dao Lord said with a meaningful look.
A thick, heavy tome materialized in his hands—its pages filled with intelligence on the Eternal Night world: its races, power structures, and secrets.
"Many thanks, Dao Lord."Yi Tianxing accepted it with sincere gratitude. He knew this was no ordinary gift.It was an invaluable strategic asset, worthy of being called a priceless treasure.
"I also have something for you—a war formation scroll called the Four Symbols Hell-Suppressing Array (四象镇狱阵).
It can be split into four individual formations:– White Tiger Formation– Azure Dragon Formation– Vermillion Bird Formation– Black Tortoise Formation
When combined, they form the complete Hell-Suppressing Array.
Once activated, it transforms the battlefield into a realm of damnation—utterly unstoppable."Zhuang Zhou spoke up unexpectedly.
This formation, rooted in the Four Divine Beasts, was designed for battlefield dominance. It didn't just illustrate the formation—it was a treasure itself.
As battles raged, it could be nourished by endless blood and killing aura, evolving and growing ever stronger.It wasn't just a tool—it was a domain in and of itself.
A treasure like this wasn't something that could be measured in ordinary terms. For the right user, it could even rival Innate Spirit Treasures in value.
And Zhuang Zhou handed it over without asking for anything in return.
"Thank you, True Immortal."Yi Tianxing was deeply moved but did not offer a trade in response.He accepted it with gratitude, silently remembering this great favor.
"Don't worry about it. It's just a formation scroll.
In my hands, it's a waste.
But in yours… you might turn the tide."Zhuang Zhou smiled gently.
To him, Yi Tianxing was a rare gem among humanity—far more valuable than any artifact.
Soon after, the gathering gradually came to an end.
But the atmosphere had shifted—Yi Tianxing's proposal had shaken them deeply.
A counter-invasion of Eternal Night.
That idea alone was irresistibly provocative.
And they all sensed it—Yi Tianxing wasn't just talking.
He might really do it.
If he did… no one could predict what would happen.
"The next gathering will be arranged by you, Yi Emperor.
Usually, we meet once every ten years.
But the time doesn't matter—just send word when you're ready."Pure Yang Sword Immortal said.