Chapter 2280 - 2283: I Am the Dragon Emperor

In front, the Mermaid Princess Qian Ning looked up at Shen Qiang seated on the Dragon Throne with eyes full of surprise and delight. Her aloof coldness had long disappeared, leaving only admiration and affection for Shen Qiang.

His Divine Sense returned like a tide, and at the same time, Shen Qiang was elated. Though it seemed a long period, in reality, the time passed was brief. With the return of Divine Sense, Shen Qiang not only accurately pinpointed the locations of the four Dragon Palaces but also formed a basic impression of the seas in his mind.

Not only that.

The most surprising thing for Shen Qiang was the exhilaration felt when his Divine Sense observed everything.

A Divine Sense spanning thirty li is already an inconceivably strong power for ordinary cultivators.

Yet, just moments ago, Shen Qiang's Divine Sense almost circled the globe through the Four Seas Dragon Palace.

This feeling of being omniscient made Shen Qiang almost boil with excitement.

But at the same time, even Shen Qiang had to admit.

"My cultivation is still too low."

Beyond the current Dragon Palace, Shen Qiang couldn't sense the conditions of the other three ocean domains and Dragon Palaces.

But sitting on the Dragon Throne, Shen Qiang was extraordinarily certain that if a true Dragon Emperor was here, they could precisely master anything happening in the ocean via the Four Seas Dragon Palace.

Such incredible strength!

Shen Qiang yearned in his heart.

At that moment, the crowd of Sea Demons were already cheering and celebrating in awe of the changing Dragon Palace.

"What a beautiful Dragon Palace!"

"This is the real Crystal Palace!"

"So perfect; this is the majesty that truly belongs to the age of the Dragon Emperor!"

Amidst their cries of astonishment.

Sitting on the lower level, yet clearly superior to the other Sea Demons, the Great Sea Demon King and Gui Shu exchanged glances before coughing lightly, "Everyone, be quiet!"

Upon hearing this, the numerous Sea Demons in the hall gradually quieted down.

Now seated on the Dragon Throne, Shen Qiang comfortably crossed his legs, feeling calm as he looked at them, secretly thinking that surely no one would dare to cause trouble now. Although Shen Qiang was not the true Dragon Emperor, sitting on the Dragon Throne assured he wouldn't be easily challenged.

If that's the case, as long as I set a high enough price to exchange benefits with them, getting these Great Sea Demons to help seize the Divine Corpse should be feasible.

"Perhaps this is the turning point Uncle Gui mentioned before entering."

Shen Qiang thought to himself.

At this point, seeing the Sea Demons had quieted down, the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang calmly spoke, "Inside the Dragon Palace, there is a treasure left by the Dragon Emperor, which I believe everyone knows about?"

The Sea Demons nodded in unison, "Of course, it's the Divine Tower Stone."

The Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang smiled, "Bring forth the Divine Tower Stone!"

Upon hearing these words, everyone became solemn.

Soon, a Sea Demon respectfully presented a box to the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang.

Yu Jiang smiled and calmly said, "Next, we might witness a miracle, or perhaps disappointment, but I think it's time to open it."

Saying so, the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang opened the box with unusual calmness.

Shen Qiang scanned with his Divine Sense.

Instantly, a cold, metallic voice echoed powerfully.

"Sea Demons, your Emperor has returned!"

Shen Qiang was stunned, and his eyes showed disappointment, as each Dragon Palace had this very thing. Shen Qiang had already seen it three times before, feeling not only resigned but also slightly irritated.

Yet as this feeling rose in Shen Qiang's heart.

He saw, peculiarly, in a mere moment, the eyes of the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang turned red, and Gui Shu's expression became incredibly complex.

What surprised Shen Qiang even more.

The Sea Demon King and Gui Shu, in unison, lifted their robes and knelt.

"We, Yu Jiang!"

"Gui Yuanba!"

"Salute to the Dragon Emperor!"

Instantly, Shen Qiang was astounded.

Shen Qiang was never foolish; if he hadn't thought of becoming the Dragon Emperor upon sitting on the Dragon Throne, it would surely be a lie.

But Shen Qiang was practical.

Shen Qiang knew the Dragon Emperor role was unreliable. Indeed, Shen Qiang used Fetal Dragon Essence Foundation Establishment and unleashed Fury, making Dragon Breath powerful, but fake can never be real. Shen Qiang was no dragon, so he knew very well that while he could intimidate lesser Sea Demons, truly being the Dragon Emperor was a power he was far from possessing.

Thus, Shen Qiang set modest goals, content with exchanging benefits with other Sea Demons.

But now, seeing Yu Jiang and Gui Shu pay great homage to himself, Shen Qiang was bewildered, followed by an inexplicable heart-pounding excitement.

Dragon Emperor!

Is this truly a turning point?

This is a reversal of fate!

Truly accomplished, why form alliances?

Yu Jiang is merely Shen Qiang's subordinate, akin to a bald version of Ji Wei.

Or perhaps, a Sea Demon version of Geng Jingyi!

Shen Qiang's heart raced simultaneously.

Always aloof and cold, the Mermaid Princess Qian Ning, who looked upon others with the same aloof coldness, was also now kneeling on the ground. Her beautiful eyes gazed shyly and admiringly at Shen Qiang, with a smile lovelier than anything.

"Qian Ning salutes the Dragon Emperor!"

Upon hearing these words, Shen Qiang's heart throbbed fiercely.

It was worth it!

Even if other Sea Demons don't recognize Shen Qiang, having the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang, alongside the old housekeeper Gui Shu, and the lovely Qian Ning's acknowledgment, Shen Qiang's sitting on the Dragon Throne wasn't in vain.

But just as Shen Qiang decided to have them rise.

In the grand hall, Sea Demons looked at each other and knelt uniformly behind the three.

"Salute to the Dragon Emperor, may your celestial fortune last eternally, your lifespan equal to the heavens!"

Their unified roar.

Instantly filled Shen Qiang's heart with joy.

It's done!

They acknowledged it!

"Rise, grant immunity from ceremony!" excited at heart, yet Shen Qiang remained calm.

While letting them rise, Shen Qiang's thoughts instantly reached clarity!

"This must be the turning point Uncle Gui mentioned, that sitting on the Dragon Throne entitles me as the Dragon Emperor! This means, in whatever I undertake, these Great Sea Demons will comply with my demands, implying I can directly command them on this matter!"

The moment Shen Qiang recognized the key, his heart raced wildly, for this meant the seemingly unsolvable problem was now easily resolved!

"Thank you, Dragon Emperor!"

Everyone replied in unison.

After saying so, they stood up, led by the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang and Gui Shu.

Not only that.

After they stood, as Shen Qiang's gaze swept over them, he noticed their eyes lacked provocation and doubt, filled only with awe and joyous surprise!

Simultaneously, with red eyes, the Great Sea Demon King Yu Jiang enthusiastically proclaimed, "To welcome the Dragon Emperor's return, Yu Jiang requests a decree for Tianzhao, Yamakoshi, Heavenly Consort, and others to present themselves!"