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Chapter 861: It's Time to Make a Move!
Chapter 861: It's Time to Make a Move!
December 18, 2024
Luo Chen was already familiar with the nine great commanders of the Demonic Tribes.
Their names, origins, and even their general combat methods were well-known among the Human Clan.
Naturally, there were those who had created portraits of their appearances.
With just a glance, Luo Chen immediately recognized the woman standing next to Mountain Peace Lord.
Splendid Immortal Qing, whose true form was a golden pheasant, had a beauty that could captivate nations and cities, leaving an unforgettable impression. The last time she led her forces along the Windflower Domain, slaughtering their way to the Tiandu Region, countless Nascent Soul cultivators fell at her hands.
Most importantly, she was the beloved concubine of Mountain Peace Lord!
"This woman broke through the Tiandu Sect's Bagua Formation; she is not someone to be taken lightly!"
Luo Chen muttered to himself, then scanned the middle-aged man standing to the left of Mountain Peace Lord.
His skin was a sickly yellow, and he looked weak and ill, but anyone who mistook him for a sick tiger would be sorely mistaken.
Yellow Man!
Born before Mountain Peace Lord's enlightenment, he had achieved the Great Demon Emperor realm with his unremarkable talent, step by step.
He was hot-tempered and ruthless in his methods.
By gathering numerous powerful Demonic Tribes cultivators and establishing his own faction, he was hailed as the most promising successor to Mountain Peace Lord's legacy.
"Is he the one who suppressed Emperor Butcher?"
Luo Chen's gaze shifted to the three figures standing further back.
Just then, a scrutinizing gaze met his.
Dressed in a green robe, with a tall and slender figure, he exuded an aura of calmness with a hint of unmatched sharpness.
It was the leader of the Wolf Clan, Proud Wolf Ao!
Luo Chen forced himself to look away, as if he wasn't interested in him.
But as he observed the remaining two, hehe, still looking at me?" Luo Chen thought.
"Is it because Han Zhan killed his favored junior, Proud Wolf Xiao, and I used Han Zhan's Great Five Elements Sword Formation that he's paying so much attention to me?"
Luo Chen felt a tingling sensation on his scalp.
After experiencing numerous great battles, he had a very clear understanding of his own strength.
With his regular abilities, he could easily crush those at the early Nascent Soul stage, and even in full combat, he could dominate those at the mid-Nascent Soul stage.
When facing ordinary Great Demon Emperors, with his full manifestation and the Yuan Tu Blood Sword, or even the Withering Flourishing Divine Finger, he could still hold his own! But Proud Wolf Ao was no ordinary Great Demon Emperor!
He was the leader of the Eastern Wilderness Wolf Clan, who had once challenged Mountain Peace Lord before he entered the Ancient Demon realm, and even fought to a draw with Frost Demon Empress.
In terms of methods, he could be considered one of the best among the Soul Transformation cultivators in the entire Mountain Sea World.
Luo Chen had no desire to provoke this demon!
However, he didn't want to, but the remaining two Great Demon Emperors, following Proud Wolf Ao's gaze, were also constantly appraising him.
One of them had a fierce and intimidating appearance—Brisk Bi.
The one with his hands hidden in the wide and colorful robe was Hundred Foot Bai.
These two seemed to be standing by Proud Wolf Xiao's side, their positions mirroring those of the Great Demon Emperor by Mountain Peace Lord.
It seemed that these two Great Demon Emperor-level commanders were led by Proud Wolf Ao?
"Are there factions within the Demonic Tribes as well?"
Luo Chen was puzzled, and his question was answered when he met the concerned gaze of Tiandu Zizi.
Even among the Human Clan, there were two major factions: the Abyss Holy Land and the other Eastern Wilderness sects.
What about the Demonic Tribes, who were naturally scattered and unconstrained?
Proud Wolf Ao dared to challenge Mountain Peace Lord in his youth, which showed that he had always been independent.
Even after Mountain Peace Lord reached the Ancient Demon realm, Proud Wolf Ao would not willingly submit to him.
The powerful cultivators gathered around Proud Wolf Ao would not be a small number.
In a short time, Luo Chen analyzed some information from their positions, though he wasn't sure if it was correct or not.
Of course, this information was of no use in the current situation.
The protagonists of today's negotiation were the Ancient Demon and Soul Transformation cultivators!
"
B
"No victory?" Ancient Demon Emperor Tian scoffed, "In a short time, the Human Clan has lost fifteen regions, and many more have suffered great calamities. Countless sects have been destroyed, and countless cultivators have perished. Ask them if there is any sign of victory or defeat."
As he spoke, his gaze swept mercilessly over Tiandu Zizi, Shen Yuan, and Luo Chen.
D
He said indifferently, "It's true that the Eastern Wilderness sects have suffered calamities, but it's also true that the Abyss Sect has not yet exerted its full strength!"
Ancient Demon Emperor Tian's face darkened, "Do you know how much more the million mountains can endure?"
B
After saying this, he turned to leave.
A
He truly didn't mind continuing the fight.
But what about the other sect forces, if the Abyss Sect could endure it?
The aged Tiandu Zizi's lips trembled, but under the pressure of the Soul Transformation powerhouses, he couldn't utter a word.
Although the Eastern Wilderness had two major factions, in the end, there was only one sun in the sky!
T
Just then, a gentle voice came from behind.
"Senior, why the rush? Since we are here to meet, we must have some sincerity."
D
He looked at the gentle and exquisite woman and praised, "Splendid Immortal Qing, I presume? It is said that you have contributed greatly to the establishment of the Mountain Peace Holy Land, and indeed, your reputation is well-deserved!"
He stopped his departure, indicating that there was room for negotiation.
Splendid Immortal Qing bowed gracefully, "Senior, your praise is undeserved. I dare not take credit; the Mountain Peace Holy Land is entirely reliant on the divine might of my Lord!"
After saying this, she turned to Ancient Demon Emperor Tian.
"Lord, do not act on impulse. Emperor Butcher is still in their hands.
"Emperor Butcher!"
The Ancient Demon Emperor glanced at Luo Chen, who stood silently at the back, and coldly snorted.
At this moment, Emperor Butcher became a stepping stone.
Taking a deep breath, the Ancient Demon Emperor slowly said, "It's not that we are stingy, but your Human Clan's behavior over the past three thousand years has been greedy and untrustworthy, making it difficult for us to trust you. We will keep the Extreme Eastern Six Domains as a buffer zone. In the future, if there are any more conflicts, we can avoid direct confrontation."
B
At this moment, Luo Chen, who had been observing from the sidelines, finally understood why the Demonic Tribes had been so coordinated in leaving nine domains empty.
This negotiation was based on the division of the nine domains.
If the Demonic Tribes agreed, the Human Clan would occupy twenty-five domains in the future.
The middle nine domains, including Nine Spirit Domain, Fire Flower Ancient Isle, and Sky Piercing Cliff, would serve as buffer zones between the two clans.
Would the Demonic Tribes agree? The Ancient Demon Emperor pondered for a moment and then agreed.
"The Tai Lake Domain can be given to you!"
B
The Nine Spirit Domain, once controlled by the Nine Spirit Lord, was a relatively unique large domain among the thirty-six domains of the Eastern Wilderness.
Its terrain was high and mountainous, with one peak even reaching into the Nine Heavens.
Its geography was similar to that of Zhongzhou.
It was this unique terrain that made it easier for the Nine Spirit Sect to gather resources from the Nine Heavens.
The Nine Spirit Lord's ability to cultivate the Nine Heavens Divine River, comparable to divine abilities, was also due to the sect's years of cultivation in the Nine Spirit Domain.
The Ancient Demon Emperor was reluctant to give up this domain.
H
As if in response, Luo Chen opened a Spirit Beast Bag behind the crowd.
A golden light flashed, and Emperor Butcher fell to the ground.
"You!"
Even though he had heard about it, Huang Man was still furious when he saw his younger brother being stuffed into a Spirit Beast Bag.
His demonic energy burst forth as he charged towards Luo Chen.
However, this momentum came and went quickly.
The Ancient Demon Emperor merely waved his sleeve, and Huang Man's momentum disappeared without a trace.
In this sudden turn of events, Luo Chen's expression remained unchanged, as calm as a peaceful lake.
The Ancient Demon Emperor glanced at Luo Chen and said indifferently, "My son is useless, and he has tarnished my reputation. You're Dan Zong Luo Chen, right?"
Luo Chen bowed slightly and saluted with a fist, showing respect.
"You're very good!"
The Ancient Demon Emperor praised him, just as he had praised his favorite concubine earlier.
"We can give you the Nine Spirit Domain, and now let's discuss the matter of renewing the ancient covenant!"
The negotiation finally made progress.
"However, before that, I want to see if my ghost is still alive," said the Ancient Demon Emperor.
"Yes!"
Behind him, Thunder Daoist Lei responded, and a cage filled with lightning appeared in his outstretched palm.
Inside the cage, a white light flickered.
The Ancient Demon Emperor saw the white light and a hint of joy flashed in his eyes.
However, seeing Thunder Daoist Lei's cage of lightning, a look of apprehension appeared on his face.
"True Meaning of the Law! Your sect has produced an extraordinary talent!"
B
The Ancient Demon Emperor's expression turned sour, "Your sect only sent you, haven't they? Let's directly discuss the new covenant!"
"
The Ancient Demon Emperor said, "I can fully represent the Eastern Wilderness Demonic Tribes, even if those two are not here. Let's talk about the new covenant!"
As he spoke, he took out a dimly lit scroll.
B
This scroll was a covenant signed after a war that involved all the races in the Mountain Sea World.
However, as the previous cultivators either ascended or passed away, the covenant's effectiveness had become extremely weak.
Moreover, with the lower-level cultivators guessing their superiors' intentions and constantly breaking the covenant, it had become completely ineffective in restraining the two clans.
The focus of this negotiation was to sign a new treaty! As for the issue of domain ownership, it was just a matter of a few words.
But these few words were like a heavy mountain for Luo Chen and his companions! Currently, the number of cultivators occupying the five domains of Heaven Ascend Pass was relatively small.
However, the various forces they belonged to were very chaotic.
Many of these forces had been forced to leave their homelands over the past hundred years.
Now, with just a few words, the domains were divided, and the Human Clan suffered a significant loss. Where would they go from here?
Could the Five Elements Divine Yuan Sect return to the Five Elements Domain?
"
With such a small piece of land, what would happen in the future when the primordial energy gradually recovers? Once the new treaty is signed, it will be extremely effective, and few would dare to defy it.
Without the option of attacking the Demonic Tribes, would the Human Clan start an internal war? Would the Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion be affected? One by one, these questions were placed before Tiandu Zizi, Shen Yuan Zhenjun, and Luo Chen.
But they dared not speak or ask anything.
In front of the venerable Primordial Spirit Cultivators, the Soul Transformation Powerhouses were nothing more than slightly stronger ants!
Tiandu Zizi looked at Luo Chen and the others with a bitter smile.
He might be seeking resonance.
However, under the shrouding of Shen Yuan, nothing could be discerned.
Luo Chen's expression remained calm, as if everything had nothing to do with him.
Tian Duzizi opened his mouth, a bitter smile turning into disappointment.
Ever since the battle at Cangwu Mountain, Shen Yuan Zhenren's temperament had changed drastically. In the past, he was most concerned about the sect's interests, but now he didn't care about anything and only looked after himself.
In the end, it was just his own personal torment.
Time passed, little by little.
The content on the scroll was constantly edited and added to by the two Soul Transformation powerhouses, and a new treaty gradually emerged.
They just needed to imprint their divine souls on each other, and perhaps the Eastern Wilderness could once again welcome a brief peace.
"War must be preserved! Otherwise, with our human clan's reproduction rate, a thousand years later, there will inevitably be internal chaos, and we must give them an outlet."
"So, we have to keep fighting?"
"Do you not trust the demonic tribes after Lord Mountain Peace? You've already established the Mountain Peace Holy Land, and I heard you plan to form a demonic court. Are you still afraid of some future ripples?"
"Form a demonic court? I never thought you'd know such a secret matter so clearly!"
"If you don't want others to know, don't do it yourself. I can slightly compromise, but this war is not only limited to new Primordial Spirit Stage cultivators, but also once every five hundred years. How about that?"
The Ancient Demon Emperor fell silent.
The so-called Mountain Peace Holy Land was, in the end, just for his tiger demon clan.
Forming a demonic court was his lifelong ambition.
After seeing the three thousand years of accumulation in the Abyss Holy Land, he had already become delusional about thoroughly conquering the Eastern Wilderness.
But after this battle, most of the million great powers had already acknowledged him.
Even the usually stubborn and arrogant Ao Kuang was willing to be under his command.
Taking advantage of this momentum, forming a demonic court would perfectly unify the demons of the Eastern Wilderness!
However, if this battle ended and the external threats were gone, would those scattered demons still listen to him? The Ancient Demon Emperor glanced at Jin Xiu Xian, and this beloved concubine nodded heavily.
They, too, needed to preserve the war!
"Once every five hundred years, that's fine! But..." The Ancient Demon Emperor changed the subject, "Aren't you supposed to bring back my traitors and good-for-nothing sons, or else I'll lose the respect of the masses!"
Heize Laozu smiled slightly, "That's the intention! As a show of sincerity, I'll return them to you first!"
"Yes!"
"Yes!"
Luo Chen and Thunder Daoist exchanged a glance and continued their actions.
In front of the Ancient Demon Emperor, Luo Chen's thoughts stirred, and a strand of soul blood seeped from his forehead, eventually returning to Emperor Butcher.
Not only that, but with a hand seal, he slapped Emperor Butcher.
"Release!"
The slave seal was released in response.
Emperor Butcher, freed, had a dark expression as he walked past Jin Xiu Xian towards the Ancient Demon Emperor.
"Father!"
"Useless thing!"
Emperor Butcher trembled all over, passing by Jin Xiu Xian and standing timidly behind the Ancient Demon Emperor.
At the same time, Thunder Daoist's lightning cage also slowly opened, and the white light within flew towards the Ancient Demon Emperor.
Seeing the ghost and demon gaining freedom, the Ancient Demon Emperor finally breathed a sigh of relief.
"Fellow Daoist, please!"
"Please!"
The Ancient Demon Emperor imprinted his divine soul and waited with a scroll for Heize.
The other party didn't hesitate, and imprinted his own divine soul.
The two exchanged a glance and exchanged scrolls.
As long as they imprinted their seals, the scrolls would take effect, and with the will of the Heavenly Dao, as long as the two of them didn't die, the Eastern Wilderness would once again welcome peace.
Would everything finally settle down?
Luo Chen's gaze fell on the scroll tightly gripped by Heize, and he quietly retreated.
At this moment, Heize shook his head.
"The thirty-six regions of the Eastern Wilderness were carved out by our human heroes with their blades. If a few words from me can give away half the land, I fear that a thousand years later, my bones will be picked clean by future generations!"
"What do you mean? Do you want to go back on your word?" The Ancient Demon Emperor's expression turned sour.
But the next moment, Tian Duzizi heard these words and his face lit up with joy.
But the next instant, he heard a voice that made him both surprised and angry.
"Run!"
It was Luo Chen's sound transmission!
This sound transmission was not only heard by Tian Duzizi, but also by the two Soul Transformation powerhouses whose divine souls were stronger than Luo Chen's.
Heize Laozu smiled slightly, holding the scroll, and behind him, another scroll appeared. This scroll was deep and dark, with rippling waters forming a small lake within.
"Make your move!"
He pointed directly at the scroll.
The Ancient Demon Emperor didn't even glance at the scroll, but instead, with a backhand slap, sent the ghost flying towards Biyu Mountain.
Just as Emperor Butcher was about to make a small move, he was caught off guard and slapped down to Biyu Mountain.
Then, looking at the flying white ghost, his expression turned fierce.
"I knew you didn't have good intentions!"
At the same time, from outside, a clear sigh was heard.
"So, it's come to this, has it?"
Heize Laozu laughed, "It's mutual, hasn't Qinghe Xian Fellow Daoist been hiding for a long time? Fellow Daoists, let's send this tiger demon into the Yellow Springs Map!"
As he spoke, golden light suddenly erupted from Biyu Mountain, and a shadow flashed out.
That white ghost, too, stirred up a violent wind, sweeping the surroundings.
Before this, the crowd below Soul Transformation had already scattered like birds and beasts.
Especially Ao Kuang, who was still in front of the crowd.
Because Heize Laozu's previous point was aimed at Ao Kuang! Soul Transformation battles affect the innocent.
No one dared to stay, and everyone used their lifelong skills to escape.
However, the vast heavenly origin energy surged from all directions, crashing into the majestic Biyu Mountain and instantly turning it into dust.
The earth shook, and no one could escape!
(End of Chapter)
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