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Chapter 153: Immortal-Demon Sixth Metamorphosis, Physical Body Comparable to Embryo Realm!
Chapter 153: Immortal-Demon Sixth Metamorphosis, Physical Body Comparable to Embryo Realm!
The evening breeze rustles the trees lining the ancient path.
Shen Yi stands with his arms crossed, leaning lazily against a crimson horse as he gazes into the distant horizon.
This is Elder General Chen's steed, well-known throughout Qingzhou, specially sent to escort him back to the city.
In the distance, the city walls are faintly visible.
Shen Yi pats the horse, "Let's go back."
He has passed the stage where he needed to rely on General Chen Qiankun's reputation, and there's no need to make such a grand spectacle anymore.
The crimson horse nods lightly and then transforms into a streak of light, quickly disappearing into the sky.
Shen Yi's gaze falls into the void, watching as the demonic lifespan on the panel rapidly decreases.
In his mind, he carefully replays the previous battle with the White Deer.
Even with his most trusted hardy physique, it seemed fragile against a true Embryo Realm demon.
In close-quarters combat, if not for the Crimson Feather Technique, the demon's first trampling kick would have crippled half his body.
Moreover, the White Deer had to constantly be wary of Jiang Qiulan's arrival, while Shen Yi, with the Freedom Wind Technique, knew that even if he couldn't win, he could escape. With the Celestial Sunbreaker Bow in hand, his mindset was completely different.
Even in such a situation, the final victory was still hard-fought; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it was a close call.
Previously, when killing the Dragon, Elder General Chen had helped him hold it off.
This time, after killing the White Deer and letting the Little Demon King escape, the news would definitely spread. It's just a matter of whether the demons would blame Jiang Qiulan while also mentioning his existence.
Shen Yi had previously relied on the reputation of the Demon-Suppressing Bureau to secretly develop his strength.
But within a short time, he suddenly realized he had unknowingly become one of the "roof tiles" protecting others from the storm.
As he kills more demons, this trend will only intensify... until one day, perhaps, another name will be added to the demons' assassination list.
To avoid such a situation...
It's best to eliminate them all before they realize what's happening.
To achieve this, his current strength is far from sufficient.
"Hmm."
Shen Yi calms his mind and refocuses on the panel.
The Three-Headed Dragon Lord has given him a total of 4,600 years of lifespan, and with the White Deer's 3,400 years, he is definitely sufficient to break through the Immortal-Demon Sixth Metamorphosis, and there should still be some left over.
As the Golden Eagle's consciousness is completely erased...
He takes out the radiant White Deer Demon Core from the Silver Bell, flawless and perfect like a masterpiece carved by the gods.
Such a precious item is likely one of a kind in all of Qingzhou.
Shen Yi puts it into his mouth, surprisingly not sensing any foul odor, but instead feeling as if he had consumed a rich heavenly treasure pill, a completely different sensation from before.
Noticing the Celestial Demon Outer Pill stirring within his body, he summons his suppression power to give it a slap.
He also prepares three Dragon Cores for future needs and then looks back at the panel.
The same prompt flashes by.
A lifespan of over a thousand years vanishes like flowing water.
Shen Yi slowly furrows his brows, and in the next moment, white cracks appear on his smooth, jade-like skin. Solidified demonic energy spreads around him, and his body glows with white light as he struggles to repair his injuries.
[Year 1920, you suddenly realize that after the Immortal-Demon Fifth Transformation, your body is still insufficient to capture an Embryo Realm demon. But at this moment, there is no turning back. Besides the power of vitality, you decisively use the Crimson Feather Technique passed down by the Southern Guest Immortal. With their combined might, you finally stabilize your collapsing body.]
The path back was definitely there.
Shen Yi only needed to stop infusing the demonic lifespan, spit out the remaining demon core in his mouth, and then use the Celestial Demon Outer Pill to consume the excess demonic power.
"The difference in demonic power between the Core Formation Perfection and the Embryo Condensation Realm is so vast?"
Thinking of this, he withdrew his attention from the panel, closed his eyes, and carefully sensed the changes in his body.
According to the normal cultivation progress, he should be able to capture a Demon at the Embryo Realm, then capture a Demon at the Core Formation Realm to achieve minor success, and finally, capture three Core Formation Perfection Demons to break through to the Great Success stage.
As for the Embryo Pill Realm, it was most likely something to consider only after the last three metamorphoses.
"Fortunately, the White Deer is relatively weak..."
When Shen Yi realized that the white radiance and crimson rays were enough to counteract the injuries to his body, he simply sat down on the ground, forcefully enduring the intense pain throughout his body. If he couldn't bear it anymore, he would glance at the panel to see the terrible state he was in.
In comparison, his mood instantly improved.
The same pain, if experienced through the panel, would last for thousands of years.
【Immortal Deer Steps on Jade Mountain, Hidden in White Mist, Discerns Hearts, Distinguishes Good from Evil, Yellow Millet Dream Must End, Reflections on Water are Ultimately Empty】
【Immortal Demon Nine Transformations, Great Success!】
【Remaining Demonic Lifespan: Two Thousand Seven Hundred and Thirteen Years】
The deer's cry echoed endlessly, almost as if it had taken over the scene.
Shen Yi sat cross-legged, slowly opening his eyes.
The five powerful demons he had captured within his body were clearly unconscious, only their instincts remaining, and even then, they were completely subdued by the White Deer's awe-inspiring presence.
He could even vaguely see the proud immortal deer raising its head, flaunting its majestic antler crown.
Without hesitation, Shen Yi once again manipulated the demonic lifespan.
【In the 490th year, you used the intent of death to eradicate the White Deer's consciousness】
The prolonged deer cry hadn't even stopped before it transformed into a mournful wail and dissipated.
Shen Yi stood up straight, savoring the changes in his body.
Successfully capturing the White Deer meant that his physical body had officially entered the Embryo Condensation Realm, and this entirely new experience made his breathing even more relaxed.
Until he completely mastered this brand-new, immense power.
Shen Yi then turned his attention to the panel's prompt, which described the illusion technique the White Deer had used earlier. However, the description of "discerning hearts and distinguishing good from evil" left him somewhat perplexed.
Could it truly discern?
The three figures that emerged from the bath still gave Shen Yi a chill even now.
H
After a moment of hesitation, Shen Yi chose the latter, as going to the capital might mean fewer opportunities to hunt demons.
He shook his head and turned to walk towards Qingzhou City.
...
The ancient brick walls of the city were awe-inspiring.
Compared to other places, Qingzhou City was home to the Demon-Suppressing Bureau's office, four top-tier forces, and countless large and small martial arts sects.
The bustling city was filled with laughter and noise, reaching a fever pitch.
Naturally, no one paid attention to the figure in a silver robe quietly passing through the crowd.
Within the vast city, Shen Yi got lost several times, only finding the Demon-Suppressing Bureau's office with the help of his aura perception technique.
Walking back to his residence, he noticed the rows of empty courtyards, seemingly less populated than when he had left.
The silver bell jingled incessantly, and Shen Yi briefly sensed the voices within.
Most were discussing their latest gains and the rewards they would receive, with the only useful information being that Aunt Qian would stay at the Demon-Suppressing Bureau for three days to consolidate the demon hunters' achievements and submit them to the capital.
(End of Chapter)
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