Chapter 564: The Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion's Unkindness Towards Southern Flood

Chapter 564: The Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion's Unkindness Towards Southern Flood

"Roar—"

The Green Phoenix Clan Leader never imagined that he would have a chance to escape death.

In the past few days, he had sent his children to search for news everywhere, and they had indeed heard about the mysterious force. He also learned a little from Qi Seventh Lord.

The Crystal Azure Phoenix Clan was located in a remote peak in Western Flood, and they rarely got involved in disputes. He didn't think this matter had much to do with him.

But who would have thought that the first time he saw the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion, they had saved his life from a Heaven Realm expert!

The Green Phoenix Clan Leader was not a novice.

Of course, he understood that there was no free lunch in this world, especially from the notorious Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion.

These powerful demons must have had their own agenda.

But now, with Ji Jingxi targeting them, even Qi Seventh Lord might not be able to save them. It was better to be a servant of the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion than to lose their lives.

"Hmm! Hmm!"

The Green Phoenix Clan Leader was tense, and his breathing became heavy.

Finally escaping the moonlight's glow, he heaved a slight sigh of relief and cautiously scanned his surroundings.

Just then, the massive Green Phoenix suddenly froze.

In front of him, a tall and slender figure stood with his hands behind his back, his dark robe stained with blood. Amidst the dense dark clouds, the youth seemed to have been waiting here for a long time.

The visitor was not friendly!

A thick chill rose in the Green Phoenix's heart, and his nerves were already stretched to the limit. At this moment, he shouted loudly, "Who dares to block my way? I am under the command of the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion, and my Pavilion Master is nearby. Get out of my way quickly!"

"..."

Shen Yi slightly raised his eyes, suddenly remembering the Crystal Azure Phoenix from last time, who had called out "My Master" upon seeing him.

The nature of these phoenix demons was indeed inherited, making them more sensible than other demon clans.

"This has nothing to do with you, don't get yourself into trouble!"

Seeing the silent youth in the dark robe, the Green Phoenix Clan Leader's courage surged. Not to mention anything else, the notorious reputation of the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion was quite useful. Who wouldn't be afraid of a group of lunatics who casually slaughtered even disciples of the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect?

Whoosh—

In an instant, a streak of light flew in from a distance.

It gently landed on top of the Green Phoenix's head, transforming into a petite figure.

Just as the Green Phoenix was about to get angry, he saw the dark golden robe swaying before his eyes, and his eyes instantly filled with a few more traces of flattery. His posture was even lower than when he was in the Western Dragon Palace: "This little demon greets the Pavilion Master! Thank you for saving my life!"

In such a short time, the other party had easily dismissed Ji Jingxi. Their terrifying strength was probably far beyond his previous imagination.

Amidst the turbulent winds and rain, being able to rely on such a sturdy tree was indeed a decent way out.

However, the Green Phoenix didn't receive a response from above, and his heart was filled with apprehension. His words became increasingly urgent: "This little demon is willing to serve the Pavilion Master with all my strength!"

The next moment, the figure shrouded in the dark golden robe slightly crouched down, placing his delicate palm on the Green Phoenix's head.

This subtle action caused the massive Green Phoenix to lose all resistance, and he lowered his long neck. With uncertainty, he raised his eyes, sweat dripping from his forehead as he stared at the youth's shoe tips, not daring to breathe heavily.

"This... this..." His body trembled slightly.

Roar!

Suddenly, a tiger's roar emerged from beneath the wide hood, interrupting the Green Phoenix's words!

Amidst the tiger's roar, the Green Phoenix's demon soul struggled as it was forcibly torn from its body, then quickly disintegrated within the invisible ripples.

The last thing it saw was the petite figure standing upright again, respectfully bowing to the youth in front of him.

[Slain Earthly Realm Perfection Crystal Azure Phoenix, total lifespan of 540,000 years, remaining lifespan of 170,000 years]



[Remaining lifespan of demons and monsters: 1,160,000 years]



"What happened to your right hand?"

Shen Yi casually picked up the Green Phoenix's corpse and glanced at An Yi.

He had just noticed that this little tiger demon used his left hand when pressing down on his head, which was rare.

"Just a minor injury."

An Yi gently rolled up her sleeve, revealing her right arm covered in cracks. She explained softly, "She's much stronger than me. I didn't have time, so I had to endure it."

Hearing this, Shen Yi was slightly taken aback.

He was a little surprised by the strength of the Clear Moon Sect Master.

When he first met the six sect elders, Elder Liu Shiqian's performance had made him think that the Clear Moon Sect was the weakest among the six sects.

"Alright, go back and rest."

Shen Yi collected his thoughts and recalled An Yi back into his consciousness.

This was the only option available.

After all, the Southern Pavilion Master had already decided that every Crystal Azure Phoenix should be eliminated if possible, especially the clan leader.

Previously, when Shen Yi sensed the moonlight, he had a rough idea of what had happened here.

If he asked Ji Zongzhu for this Green Phoenix, there was a high probability that he would succeed.

However, even with the support of the dark clouds, Shen Yi would find it difficult to match the speed of a true Heaven Realm expert over a long journey. After all, there was a significant gap in their cultivation, so he could only have An Yi come first to save that phoenix demon.

The Southern Flood Seven Sons indeed needed assistance.

But based on Shen Yi's understanding of the Western Flood situation, it would be more efficient and effective to seek help from demons and monsters rather than from the major immortal sects.

With this in mind, he released Yu Lan, whom he hadn't seen in a long time.

"Yu Lan pays respects to my master."

A phoenix soul, a Green Phoenix body.

This Southern Pavilion Master had a personality that refused to submit to others, which was why she had managed to overcome the sickness tribulation.

However, after slaying the young Green Phoenix clan leader, the master hadn't encountered any other Green Phoenixes, causing her to remain at the White Jade Capital level. She never expected that when it was her turn, she would receive such a generous reward.

Yu Lan quietly watched as the master took out the corpses of three phoenix demons. Despite trying to stabilize her mind, her fingertips beneath the green feathered robe trembled slightly.

The two Phoenix Demons from White Jade Capital were temporarily put aside, but this Green Phoenix Clan Leader was indeed a formidable Earthly Realm Perfection Demon.

Such a heaven-defying advancement could only be bestowed by a master.

As Shen Yi waved his hand, the three corpses instantly transformed into a river of blood, enveloping Yu Lan within. While the Stone of Tranquility was being enhanced, Shen Yi didn't idle either, and he began to condense the Demon Origin.

Not every Stone of Tranquility could be as cost-effective as An Yi.

However, reshaping the soul of a Fusion Dao Realm Demon might require even more resources, so it would be better to feed it to the Mystic Phoenix, which he had already tamed.

The aura of the Stone of Tranquility surged rapidly.

From White Jade Capital, it soared to the Fusion Dao Realm, and only stopped at the peak of Earthly Realm Perfection.

The Demon's soul also required a similar enhancement.

Shen Yi swiftly fed twenty-seven Demon Origins into Yu Lan, finally allowing her to move again.

The plump figure beneath Qingyu's long skirt trembled slightly, and she slowly opened her eyes, looking at her palms in surprise. With such powerful Demon energy, if she had to rely on herself, she might never achieve this in her lifetime.

"Yu Lan thanks the master for his grace!"

"It's not over yet."

Shen Yi passed on the connection techniques that An Yi had forced out of her to the remaining three Hall Masters.

Even the weakest among them, Ke Shisan, had barely stepped into the Earth Realm threshold. While they might not be of much use against true powerhouses, they were more than enough to capture the remaining Crystal Azure Phoenix clan members.

If Yu Lan could also break through to the Heaven Realm before returning to Southern Flood, then not to mention suppressing Southern Dragon Palace, but even if Southern Dragon King was indeed too powerful, protecting Nanyang Sacred Land shouldn't be a problem.

"We will follow the master's decree."

The three Hall Masters received the order and transformed into streams of light, fleeing into the distance.

Once they were completely out of sight.

Only then did Shen Yi look ahead. At the end of the clear sky, a faint moonlight was beginning to emerge.

That Ji Zongzhu was still pursuing the Green Phoenix's aura.

Shen Yi didn't have the Stone of Tranquility's convenient breath-concealing technique, but he could transform into a stream of light and return to the Ten Thousand Demons Hall at any time, avoiding being mistakenly injured by the moonlight. He honestly hovered in the air.

Before long, a familiar figure approached.

"You... How are you here?"

Ji Jingxi had felt the familiar scent from a distance, so she quickened her pace. But even after seeing Shen Yi, she couldn't help but be surprised.

She had received news of his safety from Elder Deng, and after returning to Cloud River Sect, she had pursued the Green Phoenix Clan Leader for only a few days.

Shen Yi had just fought with An Tingfeng, so why was he here?

Looking at the young Sect Master, the bloodstains on his body had long dried, but fresh blood energy was still dissipating around him.

"I happened to pass by and sensed the moon's aura, so I came to take a look." Shen Yi casually explained.

"..."

Ji Jingxi's words faltered for a moment. She had clearly been tracking the Green Phoenix, but now, the Green Phoenix's aura had completely dissipated from the world.

She remembered that Su Hongxiu had once said that Sect Master Shen had some peculiar habits.

His anxious and flustered appearance didn't seem like he had just happened to pass by.

The beautiful face of the Clear Moon Sect Master showed a hint of strangeness: "It's dead?"

"Dead." Shen Yi nodded.

"So, what Elder Deng said about you slaying An Tingfeng is true?" Ji Jingxi pursed her lips and suddenly took a few steps closer.

"Yes." Shen Yi slightly sidestepped, facing the fair-skinned face just inches away, and unconsciously raised his eyebrows: "..."

"Then, do you know me? I mean, you knew me before you left Nanyang Sacred Land."

In Ji Jingxi's clear eyes, the usual coldness was gone, replaced by seriousness.

She stared intently at Shen Yi's eyes, not giving him a chance to look away.

As a Heaven Realm cultivator, Ji Jingxi was certain that she didn't possess the ability to reincarnate, even with prior planning.

But the fellow disciples still held expectations. After all, Elder Qin had been at the peak of Heaven Realm Perfection, and he might have broken through to the Dao Realm while fighting Immortals, or perhaps only Dao Realm cultivators could possess such profound abilities...

"I don't know him, and I've never heard of him."

Shen Yi wasn't a fool; he understood what this woman had misunderstood, especially since his rapid advancement in cultivation was hard to explain with common sense.

He could easily use the identity of "Elder Qin" to conceal his identity while also requesting the Southern Flood Seven Sons' Sect Masters, especially those at the Heaven Realm, to help him with many tasks.

But without a moment's hesitation, he shook his head, denying her guess.

Doing so was quite uninteresting.

Moreover, with the protection of the Heaven Realm Stone of Tranquility, he didn't need to explain everything to others.

Shen Yi's straightforward response made Ji Jingxi pause. The youth's eyes were so calm that even with utmost effort, she could only detect a hint of offense and unfamiliarity that he was trying to conceal.

"..."

Ji Jingxi slightly furrowed her brows and then stepped back a little, only to find that the wariness in Shen Yi's eyes also dissipated.

She pursed her lips in exasperation: "You—"

As expected, this young man felt that she was too close to him.

This couldn't be the reaction of Elder Qin. If it were truly him, no matter how reserved he was, he wouldn't show such a demeanor towards his junior sister.

"It's really not him."

Ji Jingxi sighed like a mosquito, feeling a bit disappointed, but with a hundred thousand years of preparation, she didn't lose her composure.

But soon, she looked back at Shen Yi. If it wasn't Elder Qin's reincarnation, then the various mysterious occurrences on Shen Yi's body could only be attributed to him.

Thinking of this, the Clear Moon Sect Master's heart couldn't help but feel a little shaken.

In this world, cultivation can indeed be practiced in such a manner.

Rather than saying that the Southern Hong Seven Sons have been protecting the other party for a period of time, it's more accurate to say that they were fortunate to witness a True Immortal before they had fully matured.

"Huff."

Ji Jingxi adjusted her thoughts and glanced around nervously.

Once a person has attachments, they become more cautious, and their courage diminishes.

For instance, at this moment, she didn't want her presence to cause any accidents for the young Sect Master: "First, follow me. The Ten Thousand Demon Hall is nearby. If you want to keep that Green Phoenix safe, you mustn't offend the Ten Thousand Demon Hall by killing it now."

After speaking, she directly took Shen Yi's sleeve and led him towards the waters.

Shen Yi hesitated for a moment but didn't refuse.

He probably knew where the Sect Master Ji wanted to take him. Since they had hurriedly passed through the Western Dragon Palace earlier, it was only a matter of time before they would have to return there. It would be good to familiarize himself with the terrain beforehand.

...

Western Flood, atop Jade Mountain.

The lavish inner chambers.

Zixuan was still sitting on the bed, her clothes slightly disheveled, and her expression somewhat languid.

This was intentional on her part, so that Jingxi wouldn't feel too familiar. When she returned, it would feel like a casual chat between sisters.

As she breathed, Zixuan sensed the familiar aura she had been thinking about.

She quickly straightened her body and, with a wave of her sleeve, opened the door. A smile played on her lips as she said, "You're back."

The Dragon Consort's smile stiffened, and her words abruptly stopped.

"..."

Jingxi's fingertips twitched, and she instinctively pulled the young man beside her back a little.

Zixuan took a deep breath, staring at the familiar face.

She had clearly stated her intention to leave, so why had she returned to the Western Flood? She was like a lingering ghost!

Zixuan's smile faded, and she tugged at her clothes, covering a large area of her eye-catching, pale skin. With a forced smile, she said, "Please come in."

Shen Yi didn't react much and stepped into the inner chambers at a leisurely pace.

He was just curious.

The last time they met, the Dragon Consort had been quite polite, but this time, she seemed slightly unfriendly.

But... it was better that way.

If every demon was kind to him, how could he cultivate his path? It's not like he could walk away from every smiling face.

"Can you be more careful next time?"

Jingxi sighed and reminded him softly. It was truly puzzling. The other party was, after all, comparable to a Heaven Realm powerhouse like the Purple-Bearded White Dragon. Could it be that they didn't sense who was outside the door?

"You're one to talk," Zixuan rolled her eyes and teased, "Little Jingxi, you've really learned bad habits from those few senior brothers of yours."

In the past, Jingxi would never have dared to act like this, relying on her own backing and not fearing the spread of news.

Indeed, she wouldn't have dared to let the news spread.

"They were a bit too much," Jingxi said, finding a spot next to Shen Yi and sitting down. With their Sect Master nearby, Zixuan had to restrain herself.

Zixuan took in this scene, especially Shen Yi's calm demeanor, which suddenly made her so angry that she clenched her teeth and muttered, "I think you're the one being too much."

"By the way, I encountered the Ten Thousand Demon Hall," Jingxi said seriously.

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Zixuan immediately stopped her playful attitude, her expression turning solemn: "There's really a Ten Thousand Demon Hall?"

Although she had given this news to Jingxi, it was just a rumor she had heard from one of Old Seven's subordinates. It sounded true, but she hadn't witnessed it herself.

"How strong are they?"

Jingxi hesitated and replied cautiously, "Not weak. At least, I couldn't handle them. However, it seems they only came to rescue the Phoenix Demon, and they didn't seem to have any real intention of fighting. They left after just one move."

"Who got the upper hand?" Zixuan furrowed her brows.

If the Ten Thousand Demon Hall truly had a Heaven Realm demon, it was no laughing matter. Every Heaven Realm powerhouse wasn't a fool; there must be a reason why they would offend the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect. It could only mean they had great confidence.

"I used my divine ability, but they only resisted with their demon body, and I couldn't harm them," Jingxi's eyes flashed as she continued, "Moreover, they left as they pleased, transforming into a black streak of light and escaping. I couldn't stop them."

"..."

Zixuan fell into deep thought. Suddenly, she remembered the scene of An Tingfeng's sudden madness, where he had also escaped as a black streak of light, eventually causing trouble and bringing the fire to the Southern Hong Seven Sons... the very annoying young man before her.

"The Ten Thousand Demon Hall doesn't seem friendly towards you; be careful," Zixuan finally managed to hold back her frustration and reminded Shen Yi.

"Thank you," Shen Yi nodded slightly, not saying more.

The views of these two Heaven Realm powerhouses could, in fact, represent most of the Western Flood's forces. Even they couldn't fathom the Ten Thousand Demon Hall's true intentions, so there was still much room for Shen Yi to maneuver.

Of course, aside from that, there was another reason why Shen Yi didn't want to talk much... He always felt that the relationship between the Clear Moon Sect Master and the Dragon Consort was strange, and he didn't want to get involved.

"By the way, what about the Phoenix Demon?" Zixuan suddenly remembered something.

Since the Ten Thousand Demon Hall wanted to protect it, Jingxi must have suffered a loss.

"Sect Master Shen took care of it for me," Jingxi said, slightly lowering her eyes.

Sure enough, Zixuan immediately understood, her face turning bitter.

No wonder! No wonder she had returned so quickly. So, she wanted to borrow his Jade Mountain to help this annoying young man avoid trouble.

Thinking of this, Zixuan pointed to her nose: "Look."

Jingxi curiously looked: "Look at what?"

"Look at the unlucky one."

Zixuan glared at her and waved her sleeves in annoyance!

(End of Chapter)

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