The Eternal Emperor was approaching complete tribulation-ash corruption.
Even an existence at the peak of half-step Eternal could not escape the decline of the Great Dao. Unless he completed his tribulation and broke through to the Eternal realm before the corruption consumed him, he would eventually lose himself and become a Tribulation-Ash Monster.
Only true Eternal power could transcend the decay of the universe.
Unfortunately, the Emperor had not chosen the timing of the tribulation. It had descended upon him before he could complete all the preparations normally required for such an attempt. His treasures, formations, and contingency plans were far from perfect.
Almost every major expert believed his chances of success were extremely small.
The Eternal Emperor himself apparently agreed. In recent days, he had begun arranging matters that would take effect after his death. The most urgent question was the selection of the next ruler.
