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94. I Possessed a Demon Sovereign 1-32

I Possessed a Demon Sovereign

Chen Luoyang is perplexed about his transmigration. After transmigrating, he possesses the body of the strongest expert in the world, the Demon Cult Master, addressed respectfully as the Demon Sovereign.

Generally, aren't supreme experts the ones that end up with a wisp of their soul only to occupy a new body of some young, miserable low-life before embarking on a journey of revenge and making a comeback?!

Or perhaps it would be him transmigrating into a miserable youngster's body and obtaining a cheat before embarking on the path to becoming a god?

But why does it seem like his transmigration has gone wrong?

Now I'm surrounded by big shots and I feel like I'm going to be exposed!

HELP!

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Chapter 1

The people at the front were a mix of men and women. Everyone was kneeling at this moment.

Chen Luoyang was staring blankly while standing alone.

It seems like I have transmigrated.

I have transmigrated into a body that is filled with power, but wearing ancient attire.

This body seemingly contains unimaginable power. But it seems like the body has a severe injury. If I try to use strength…

It hurts. The entire body is aching.

The worse thing is that I didn't inherit the original owner's memories. I know nothing about the current situation or about his past experiences.

While looking at the masses kneeling in front of him, Chen Luoyang had an odd expression.

However, since everyone was kneeling down and didn't dare to lift their heads, no one could see his peculiar expression.

There was an elder who spoke with his head lowered, "This old servant has disturbed Your Holiness and deserves ten thousand deaths. I seek Cult Master's forgiveness."

The rest of the people repeated with fear while their heads were lowered, "We seek Cult Master's forgiveness."

Chen Luoyang had a bad headache.

There were three classic questions.

Who am I?

Where am I?

What should I do next?

Chen Luoyang looked down and secretly observed these people.

There were men, women, old, and young. All of them were dressed in ancient attire.

These people were actually armed with blades on their waists!

However, everyone was reverent and respectful. In fact, they were in reverence before him.

They are addressing me as… Cult Master?

They revere me. But if these people knew that their Cult Master had been exchanged, they might just go out of control. My body is currently suffering from severe injuries, and I am not a match for them. I have to settle them down first.

While thinking until this point, Chen Luoyang composed himself and put on an emotionless face. He then used a noble and aloof tone while asking indifferently, "Why are all of you gathered here?"

"In response to the Cult Master, you have been in seclusion while this old servant and others protected you on the outside." The elder replied in an increasingly respectful tone, "But the room suddenly released a large amount of bloody aura. This old servant and others didn't dare to disturb the Cult Master, yet we aren't feeling at ease…"

The elder then paused for a moment before speaking again, "Cult Master possesses remarkable power and is unrivaled. Your might shrouds the entire world and is something that this old servant and the others cannot dream to surmise. We are short-sighted and are gathered here as we have disturbed Your Holiness and seek for forgiveness."

Bloody aura…

Chen Luoyang was slightly dazed.

A mysterious black pot appeared in his mind. He used his mind to open the lid of the pot.

Inside the pot was blood-red and exquisite serum. He recalled that he obtained a black pot lid by chance when he was back on the Blue Star.

When he couldn't find the pot body, he didn't really bother about it. Now that he had transmigrated into this new world in a daze, the pot lid had transmigrated over as well.

The pot lid and the pot body were now assembled and formed a complete pot. It seemed like the pot body wasn't at the Blue Star and was in this world.

It was that pot lid that brought his soul over here. The pot body might possibly have been in the possession of this body's original owner. This mysterious black pot had fused with his body and integrated into his soul.

Everything is in this state due to this black pot…

Chen Luoyang pondered.

As he was busy thinking about the black pot, he didn't reply immediately.

There was utter silence at the front. Everyone that was kneeling down was feeling increasingly terrified.

Just as they had gotten so nervous that it was stifling, Chen Luoyang's voice finally echoed from above. "Seeing that all of you are loyal, you may rise."

Everyone let out a breath of relief in unison.

In other places, these were all old demons who would go on a rampage, but just from this, some of their backs were drenched with cold sweat.

Chen Luoyang had also let out a silent breath of relief.

However, he maintained his awe-inspiring atmosphere from start to end.

"Alright, you are all dismissed," Chen Luoyang said in a dull and indifferent tone.

Everyone quickly bowed again. "Understood."

The group of people backed out from the room with reverence and respect.

A middle-aged woman was the last person behind, and before she left the room, she asked carefully, "Cult Master, today's dinner…"

Is she the chief of domestic affairs, housekeeping, or maids?

Chen Luoyang was guessing in his heart.

He stayed calm and said in an unhurried tone, "As before."

"Yes, Cult Master." The middle-aged lady exited the room respectfully and closed the door.

Now that Chen Luoyang was alone in the room, he let out a long breath.

He walked in front of the mirror and had a queer expression. There was a young man in the mirror, and his facial features were exactly the same as himself back on Blue Star.

However, he was in ancient attire.

It was pure black long robes that had golden lapels and cuffs. The patterns on the edges were simple yet stylish, and it made him look awe-inspiring.

Even the room he was in was also of an old style.

This might be a practical joke from someone who had changed his clothes and transported him into this room while he was unconscious, but that unusual power within his body shouldn't be that easy to imitate right?

Furthermore…

His image in the mirror had eyes that were actually emitting black radiance.

What kind of Cult Master am I? And what kind of world is this?

He sorted out his thoughts and started to inspect the things within the room.

He noticed a letter on the table:

"This Seat

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understands everything that has happened. Everything will be carried out according to the original plan."

From the form of address, this should be an order that is about to be issued to someone by me, the Cult Master, but it has yet to be sent out.

Chen Luoyang continued to search and arrived in front of a bookshelf.

?

Chen Luoyang opened up and read the book.

This world was commonly known as the Grand Divine Province.

Martial dao experts were able to shift mountains, reclaim lands, fly in the sky, and travel underground.

Many years ago, the Grand Divine Province was a place where numerous nations once contended for supremacy.

Right now, there was the Great Xia Empire, and they were nominally known for their large unified empire, which was in the Central Divine Province.

Within the Great Xia Empire, there were plenty of martial dao sacred lands. Prestigious clans and aristocrats acted as they thought fit. It was as though there were nations within the nation.

However, on the surface, everyone revered the Great Xia Empire as the ruler of the world.

Outside of the Great Xia Empire, there were also the Demon Cult situated in the Southern Desolate Demon Domain and the Northern Desert Outwalls' Other Tribe.

One in the south and one in the north. Both had the ambition to invade the Central Divine Province to rule the world.

It was extremely fortunate that the Central Divine Province was overseen by the No. 1 sacred land, the Sword Pavilion. They protected the central land, and most of the time, they would act according to the Great Xia Empire's interest.

The current era's leading individuals were also collectively known as the "Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors."

Among them, there were three individuals at the top.

The Demon Cult Master.

The Sword Pavilion Lord.

The Other Tribe Chieftain.

They were also known as the Demon Sovereign, Sword Sovereign, and Saber Sovereign. They stood at the top of the world and looked down on all.

Chen Luoyang read with a solemn expression.

I am addressed as "Cult Master", does that mean…?

I am the legendary Demon Cult Master? The pinnacle existence of the Grand Divine Province… One of the Three Sovereigns, the Demon Sovereign?

The man that everyone wanted to kill, but also the man that everyone feared.

The world's No. 1 demon fiend.

Under the Demon Sovereign were his Left and Right Envoys, Four Hall Chiefs, Seven Elders, Eight Protectors, numerous experts, and tens of thousands of followers.

The public enemy of the Divine Province, the human world's nightmare.

I actually possessed such a significant figure? Isn't this too exaggerated?

Chen Luoyang didn't know whether to laugh or to cry.

He concentrated and guessed that he might be from another cult, and this might not be the Demon Cult?

Subsequently, he read a passage.

"The Demon Cult's cult-defining divine technique, Heaven Demon Blood. It is only passed down to a single person in each generation, and only the Cult Master can cultivate it. Once cultivated, the eyes would produce the Radiance of Black Mysticism. There is only a single individual under the heavens, and it is impossible to impersonate."

Chen Luoyang looked back at the mirror.

Inside the mirror, his eyes were emitting a black radiance that was very obvious.

He looked up and slapped his forehead.

In his impression, it would normally be those almighty experts who met with an accident and left behind a trace of their tenacious divine soul that didn't scatter.

Afterward, they would take over the body of a miserable youth who lived at the lowest rungs and reincarnate through possession.

They would then fight their way back and rise up back to the top again.

Why does it seem to be reversed in my case?

Chen Luoyang sighed.

From the looks of it, if the members of the Demon Cult realized that their Cult Master had been swapped, they would surely go berserk.

Even if Chen Luoyang sneaked out of the Demon Cult, there were plenty of others who wanted to kill him. They were also those so-called orthodox experts who wanted to eliminate evil and uphold righteousness.

This setup was truly beset with difficulties in both inside and outside.

However, Chen Luoyang had some additional depth to him.

In his previous life on the Blue Star, he had ventured the world alone from a young age.

He experienced days when he had to suffer silently, yet maintained his firm resolutions.

He experienced days when he heaved a sigh of relief after a long period of pressure.

He experienced days when he had to take risks out of desperation.

He had experienced the joys and sorrows of life.

He had gone through ups and downs in just a few short years. His mental state had already been hammered and forged into an extremely tenacious condition.

"Before I am able to grasp full control of the situation, the show has to continue. Life is like a show, everything up to one's acting skills!" Chen Luoyang was deeply moved.

He immediately started laughing again.

If I think optimistically, I don't need to do the hard work and climb up from the bottom right?

But then again. Why would such an incredible person land in such a plight?

Chen Luoyang thought about that mysterious black pot.

The black pot doesn't have any physical body. How am I supposed to use it?

Chen Luoyang pondered while closing his eyes.

His consciousness was a patch of darkness, but it quickly lit up with radiance.

Within that dusky radiance, the mysterious black pot appeared.

I know too little about this Demon Sovereign. Can I find out more detailed information…?

Chen Luoyang thought in his mind.

As soon as he had the thought, the black pot in front of his eyes had suddenly opened.

The blood-red serum in the pot had instantly reduced significantly.

There was a rise of a blood-colored mist from the mouth of the pot. The mist then formed a large article of blood-red words that were presented in Chen Luoyang's mind:

[Chen Luoyang, 20 years old.]

When Chen Luoyang read the first sentence, he couldn't stay calm anymore.

Not only do we look the same, the original owner of this body also has the same name?

This is rather interesting.

He continued reading.

The blood mist formed this article of words that gave a detailed introduction of this Demon Cult Master's life.

It included a martial arts summary and a life resume that was rather detailed.

The more eye-catching details were like when he was 16 years old, he became the Grand Divine Province's youngest martial sovereign in history. He then took control of the Demon Cult Master's position and became the ruler of the Southern Desolate Demon Domain.

…

At the age of 18, he single-handedly broke through two major martial dao sacred lands — the Great Vajra Temple and the Misty Cloud Palace. Since then, the Great Vajra Temple and Misty Cloud Palace had turned into history. Chen Luoyang established his position as one of the Three Sovereigns and stood side by side with the Sword Sovereign and Saber Sovereign who had already been famous for many years.

…

When he was 20 years old, which was three days ago, the Demon Cult Master, Chen Luoyang had a duel of the pinnacles with the Sword Pavilion Lord. It ultimately ended in a draw.

In this battle, both parties suffered.

The Sword Pavilion Lord sustained injury, and the Demon Cult Master was also seriously wounded.

Subsequently, the Cult Master borrowed one of the three major cult-defining artifacts, the black pot, to heal his injuries, but it resulted in failure.

"As expected, the black pot's body is originally from this world, and it is one of the Demon Cult's three major cult-defining artifacts." Chen Luoyang muttered to himself.

Chen Luoyang found it strange at first. If the Demon Sovereign and the Sword Sovereign fought, why weren't they afraid that the Saber Sovereign might reap the rewards?

It turned out that this black pot was supposed to be a backup.

It was a pity that something wrong went wrong with the plan. Let alone the fact that the injuries weren't recovered, there was a huge accident.

Which is the same as leaving behind troubles for me…

Chen Luoyang laughed bitterly.

He looked at the information carefully.

All of the crucial points of the Demon Sovereign's life from birth to now were basically present. By using this life resume, one could summarize plenty of things.

However, there were also parts that were lacking.

This list of events might be very detailed, but it didn't reveal the interpersonal connections and interpersonal affections.

It was impossible for Chen Luoyang to know what kind of conversations the original owner had within his 20 years of life.

Did he have any intimate way of addressing another person in private?

There was something that was most important, and if that letter had been sent, he wouldn't even know that the Cult Master would address himself as "This Seat" instead of "I".

Such a matter might seem trivial, but if it wasn't done correctly, the consequences would be detrimental.

Let's take one step at a time…

Chen Luoyang thought.

From the looks of it, the outside world isn't sure if I was severely injured. If I can hide this matter, I have to do it. My current status is the Divine Province's public enemy. An evildoer that everyone wanted to eliminate.

Even if I use my knees to think, I can assume there are plenty of people who wish to take advantage when I am injured. There is also the matter of recuperation…

Just as he was pondering, a jade pendant suddenly echoed with a melodious and long sound.

Chen Luoyang had a dumbfounded expression.

What kind of trickery is this?

He held up the jade pendant and observed it carefully. After sounding out once, it didn't make any more sound.

Chen Luoyang tested it by gently flicking the jade pendant. The jade pendant then sounded with a long sound again.

Why did this thing suddenly sound by itself earlier? I didn't touch it.

Just as Chen Luoyang was feeling curious, he suddenly heard someone opening his room door.

He immediately put on a serious expression.

When the doors were opened, that middle-aged woman who looked like the chief of domestic affairs had appeared.

"Reporting to Cult Master. The dinner has been prepared according to your instructions. This servant and the others shall help you to bathe and change." The middle-aged woman bowed respectfully like before and had spoken gently with her head lowered.

Taking a bath before eating, what kind of habit is this…?

Chen Luoyang was grumbling in his heart.

He finally understood at this moment. That jade pendant was a communication tool for him to conveniently contact his subordinates.

That first sound was the signal from the chief attendant saying that the dinner and bathroom had been prepared, and she was asking for instructions.

Chen Luoyang didn't understand and had simply responded; therefore, she was summoned over.

Chen Luoyang put his hands behind his back while responding with "mm" in an imposing and indifferent tone.

The chief attendant had the face of a full moon. She was warm and affable, and no matter who she was together with, she would emit a very comfortable sensation.

"Come in," she smiled and said with a delicate tone before gently clapping her hands.

Twelve maids entered the door quickly in a single file.

They might be maids, but all of them were remarkably beautiful.

Twelve of them came over leisurely.

They were all ready to serve the Cult Master to bathe and change.

Chen Luoyang stood still and calmly without any expression, but his heart was yelling loudly:

Corrupted, corrupted!

Being corrupted isn't the problem. But who can tell me if this Cult Master is a dedicated cultivator or a skirt-chaser?!

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Chapter 2

To stand at the top of the Divine Province at the age of 20. Wouldn't the efficiency be insufficient if he didn't cultivate diligently and only relied on his exceptional talents? But if he is an ascetic monk, why would there be so many beautiful maids prepared?

Chen Luoyang was feeling nervous like a sacred monk entering the Cave of Silken Web

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.

One's own problem should only be known by oneself.

Chen Luoyang was injured, and it wasn't convenient for him to conduct sexual acts. However, it was rather painful as there were so many beauties in front of him. It was so "hard" that it was difficult to bear…

Chen Luoyang appeared to be calm as he said casually, "Let's go."

However, he didn't issue any other signals. Everyone in front of him responded respectfully, "Yes, Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang looked at their expressions and nodded silently to himself. It seems like these people don't dare to recklessly assume the Cult Master's thoughts and don't dare to act without orders or act blindly without thinking.

Chen Luoyang was served by the group of maids to change and enter the bath. His body was soaked in a bath that was a few dozen square meters as he leaned by the side of the pool. The jade-like water was infused with all sorts of precious herbs and had nourishing effects.

The maids that were serving him looked to be rather obedient. If he took the initiative, these maids surely wouldn't refuse him. However, he didn't express anything so these maids stood by the side obediently and didn't dare to make any reckless moves

Chen Luoyang seemed as though he was relaxing with his eyes closed, but his thoughts were constantly revolving.

The chief attendant and the maids she supervised had served the Cult Master for many years and were very familiar with the Cult Master's habits.

I am the most vulnerable to these servants. It is fortunate that I am respected as the Cult Master, and I am allowed to do as I please and be temperamental. If I dismiss and denounce all of them, the commotion created might be too excessive. However, if there are some slight changes in details, these people probably wouldn't dare to suspect me.

After a period of time, these new habits would gradually become normal.

Chen Luoyang closed his eyes to recuperate.

If I wish to feel comfortable and at ease, I still have to stand higher…

With this thought in mind, Chen Luoyang communicated with the mysterious black pot in his mind.

Is there any method for my body's injuries to recuperate as quickly as possible…

Chen Luoyang thought in his mind.

Chen Luoyang used his mind to open the lid of the black pot. It seemed like the blood-red serum in the pot was slightly reduced.

There was a rise of blood-colored mist from the mouth of the pot.

The mist formed a sentence of blood wordings inside Chen Luoyang's mind.

Before Chen Luoyang could see this sentence properly, more blood mist rose up from the pot and formed more words.

[Consume the Creation True Elixir, Heaven Spirit Return Immortal Elixir, Void Spirit Return Treasure Elixir, Revive Divine Elixir.

Or study the Sacred Heart Forbidden Chapter, Sky Reversal Treasure Book, Heaven Dao Medicine Scripture for immediate recovery.]

[Consume the Seven Treasure Heart Nourishing Elixir, Mystic Firm Life Elixir, Qi Return Yang Elixir, Soul Return Golden Elixir, Limit Distress Golden Elixir, Blood Lotus Elixir, Minor Yang Primary Immortal Elixir, Moon Purge Spirit Elixir.

Or study the Cloud Underworld Elixir Book, Life Transfer Scripture, Medicine Practice Record, Mystic Injury Golden Mirror Record, Origin Star Testament to achieve 80% recovery and complete recovery in 10 days.]

[Consume the Great Union Fusion Blood Elixir, Heaven First Elixir, Mystic Yin Nourish Qi Elixir…]

Chen Luoyang was dazzled by all the words, but what was the use for this list?

Is there anything that can allow me to recover directly?

The black pot didn't respond.

Can you give me that so-called Creation True Elixir directly?

There was still no response.

It seems like it can only provide information right now…

Chen Luoyang thought to himself.

Alright then, give me the formula of the Creation True Elixir. I will ask my subordinates to look for the medicinal ingredients for me to concoct.

This time, the black pot responded.

The blood-red serum in the pot immediately reached the bottom and became completely dry. There wasn't a single drop left!

…However, no blood words appeared.

Chen Luoyang was dumbfounded and only regained his senses after a long time. He nearly wanted to curse out. But soon enough, the blood-red serum reappeared.

Chen Luoyang's heart was slightly stirred. The blood-red serum that reappeared was exactly the same amount before he asked for the Creation True Elixir's formula.

He had obtained the answer for the first question earlier; therefore, the serum used for that didn't get replenished.

This meant that the blood-red serum wasn't going to constantly replenish and wasn't endless. Furthermore, every usage would mean there was less available.

However, the formula for the Creation True Elixir required too much serum, and the black pot didn't have enough right now. Therefore, when the black pot didn't provide the formula, it refunded the serum and didn't use up any.

Chen Luoyang pondered a little before asking in his mind again,

How do I obtain more blood-red serum?

The black pot didn't respond.

What is your origin?

There was still no response.

Information regarding this black pot cannot be provided…

Chen Luoyang gradually understood.

I will have to slowly search for the related information by myself. This black pot might have some other functions.

Chen Luoyang contemplated for a moment before changing his request.

What about the formula for the Seven Treasure Heart Nourishing Elixir?

The serum in the pot vanished and replenished again

Great Union Fusion Blood Elixir?

The serum still wasn't enough.

Chen Luoyang frowned.

It was fortunate that the previous blood words didn't have to be intentionally remembered and would always remain in his memory.

He lowered his standard again.

Ten Revolution Primary Elixir?

The blood-red serum reduced by a portion in the pot. The pot emitted a blood-red mist that quickly formed a sentence of blood words.

[Ten Revolution Primary Elixir:

With further recuperation after consumption, full recovery will be achieved after 50 days. The main ingredients required are the Scarce Moon Immortal Milk, Desolate Fantasy Herb, Motionless Treasure Orchid, Dragon Song Silk. The supporting ingredients for post-concoction are the Underworld Snake Gall, Heaven Net Ginseng, Sky Rainbow Turkey Tail, Dragon Tumor, Leopard Spine Powder…]

Each medicinal ingredient's method of usage and dosage, and the concoction steps were all stated clearly.

Chen Luoyang let out a long breath.

The words stated that this body had already consumed the Demon Cult's recuperation panacea, but it would need around a hundred days before reaching full recovery.

Different recuperation panacea might conflict with one another and must not be used on top of one another blindly. Using this basis, the black pot had already provided the fastest recovery method for the current situation.

It reduced the overall duration by half.

It still requires 50 days to recover, and the formula requirements are rather long. I need to think of another solution.

After the bath, the maids helped Chen Luoyang to change his clothes. He then waved his hand to dismiss them.

He sat in the quiet room's chair and rested while tasting the tea. His thoughts communicated with the mysterious black pot again.

Is there a faster method of recovery to work in unison with the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir?

Blood words appeared above the pot's mouth.

[Obtain assistance from a practitioner of the Clear Sky Divine Sword to eliminate the remaining Clear Sky sword qi inside the body. With the medicinal effects of the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir, full recovery would be achieved after 30 days.]

The recuperation period was shrunk down to 30 days. It was rather significant.

However, Chen Luoyang's face was as black as the bottom of the pot.

According to the words, his injury was caused by the Clear Sky Divine Sword.

It was correct to look for the person that caused the trouble, but the problem was that the Clear Sky Divine Sword was the absolute martial art of the Sword Pavilion Lord.

He could send one of his subordinates to learn the martial art secretly from the Sword Pavilion Lord. Even if the Sword Pavilion Lord was willing to accept a new disciple, would it be possible to learn it within a few dozen days?

Just as Chen Luoyang was contemplating, that jade pendant suddenly rang by itself again. This time, it rang twice.

When Chen Luoyang heard the ringing, he had an additional consideration. Earlier on, when the chief attendant sought for approval, it only rang once. Right now, it rang twice… Could it be someone else?

This time, he had also flicked the jade pendant twice. Soon enough, his door opened, and a gray-clothed elder appeared.

"This old servant pays his respect to the Cult Master."

He was part of the people that were kneeling outside the door, and he seemed to be the leader. Just like before, the gray-clothed elder bowed respectfully.

Chen Luoyang used an indifferent and imposing tone to ask, "What is the matter?"

The gray-clothed elder lowered his head and replied softly, "Reporting to Cult Master. The shrine sent a letter. This old servant originally didn't dare to disturb you, but before you went into seclusion previously, you instructed me to report to you as soon as the shrine sends a letter."

Chen Luoyang nodded. "Present it to me."

The gray-clothed elder handed over a blue cylinder. Subsequently, Chen Luoyang took out the letter and read the contents.

"There are rumors circulating in the cult that the Cult Master has suffered injuries during the battle with the Sword Pavilion Lord. The elder faction is becoming restless because of this. This subordinate will do his best to track down the source of the rumors."

Chen Luoyang muttered, "According to the information that the black pot provided, the original owner of the body ascended his position as the youngest Cult Master in the history of the Demon Cult. He used his unrivaled martial strength to convince the masses."

From the information revealed after he ascended to the Cult Master position, it seems like he promoted quite a lot of new members. As such, I can deduce that the elders of the cult had their status and benefits affected.

The current Demon Cult exists with a conflict between the elder faction and the young-generation faction. The Cult Master's words had enormous weight previously, but now, he might be facing backlash from the elder faction.

Now that the Cult Master was injured and had a decline in strength, it was hard to prevent the people from becoming restless.

Chen Luoyang felt a headache, but his face remained nonchalant as he kept the letter.

"Is there any new activity in the Grand Divine Province during my three days of seclusion?"

The gray-clothed elder replied respectfully, "Reporting to Cult Master. The Grand Divine Province has been eulogizing the world-shaking battle between Master and the Sword Sovereign. Everyone is in reverence of your martial prowess.

"According to the reports from the cult members in all parts of the province, that group of minor characters that oppose our sacred cult has been constantly scouting for information about the Master and the Sword Sovereign. However, they don't dare to make any reckless moves."

Chen Luoyang nodded without commenting and changed the subject. "Issue the command to search for these things for This Seat."

He passed the names of the Scarce Moon Immortal Milk, Desolate Fantasy Herb, and other ingredients to the gray-clothed elder. Apart from that, he had added many other things so that others wouldn't be able to find out his true objective.

The gray-clothed elder replied respectfully after listening, "This old servant will carry out the order immediately and will not disappoint Cult Master."

The elder didn't stand up immediately, instead, he hesitated for a moment before saying, "Cult Master, Young Lady Qingqing requested an audience. What do you…?"

Young Lady Qingqing? Who the hell is that again?!

Chen Luoyang roared in his heart.

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Chapter 3

Young Lady Qingqing… Ying Qingqing?

Chen Luoyang recalled that part of "his" life resume.

He used his finger to gently tap on the armrest without any tempo.

Ying Qingqing, a very mysterious young lady…

Before the Demon Cult Master had a battle with the Sword Pavilion Lord, he had unintentionally picked up a young lady… One who had amnesia.

Her martial arts and cultivation were still there, but she had forgotten about her past.

After the battle, the Demon Sovereign recuperated in this place, while Ying Qingqing was also brought to this manor.

When they first met, the Demon Sovereign ordered the cult members to investigate her background. However, even with the Demon Cult's information gathering abilities, there wasn't a lot of information pertaining to Ying Qingqing. It had caused suspicions to increase.

Chen Luoyang was having a headache.

This is the weakness of that life resume. It isn't able to reflect interpersonal relationships… Heaven knows what kind of dispute this Young Lady Qingqing has with me, the Demon Cult Master.

Amnesia…

To a certain extent, we are fellow sufferers.

Just as Chen Luoyang was pondering, the gray-clothed elder spoke with hesitation, "Reporting to Cult Master. This old servant carried out your instructions when you were in seclusion. I have verified again that Young Lady Qingqing… is proficient in the Clear Sky Divine Sword!"

Chen Luoyang's heart suddenly tightened. He composed himself and turned to look at the gray-clothed elder with his usual indifferent expression.

The gray-clothed elder nodded. "Everyone in the Grand Divine Province knows that the Clear Sky Divine Sword is the unique martial art of the Sword Pavilion Lord and not even the direct-line disciples have learned it. Moreover, Young Lady Qingqing doesn't seem like she recognizes the Sword Sovereign. Previously when she didn't reveal her martial arts, the Sword Sovereign didn't pay attention to her either."

Chen Luoyang didn't say anything. His recuperation just so happened to require the Clear Sky Divine Sword.

Could it be coincidental that someone delivered this to me? Is it real amnesia or fake amnesia? Could it be a honey trap? What relationship does she have with that Sword Pavilion Lord?

After long consideration, Chen Luoyang instructed, "This Seat will have my dinner now. Arrange for her to dine with me."

"Yes, Cult Master." The gray-clothed elder replied respectfully and asked to be excused.

After the elder left, Chen Luoyang went into his mind to communicate with the mysterious black pot again:

Can you tell me relevant information about Ying Qingqing?

The blood-red serum in the black pot suddenly reached the bottom! However, no blood words appeared.

Soon enough, the blood-red serum reappeared in the pot, and the quantity was exactly the same as before he asked the question, not more nor less.

The serum isn't sufficient?

Chen Luoyang was rather surprised.

Obtaining the information of the original owner used up a lot of serum. Obtaining the formula for the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir used up quite a fair bit of serum too. But the remaining blood-red serum seems to be slightly more than the amount required for the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir's formula.

This means that… the secret of Ying Qingqing is actually much more valuable than the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir's formula?

After a long time, Chen Luoyang mumbled, "This is really interesting."

An attractive and delicate flower, but heaven knows if this is a trap…

My injuries are a result of the battle with the Sword Pavilion Lord, and my body still has the remnants of the Clear Sky Divine Sword's sword qi that needs to be neutralized. It can only be neutralized with the help of the same sword qi. If this is the opposition's scheme, I will be in danger.

As Chen Luoyang pondered, he stood up, walked outside the room, and arrived in front of the reception pavilion.

Delicacies were all prepared and laid out. Apart from that, a beautiful lady was already seated by the table and waiting quietly.

Ying Qingqing was around sixteen or seventeen years old. She had an elegant and refined complexion.

She was sitting upright by the table, and when she saw Chen Luoyang walk over, she stood up and greeted, "Cult Master Chen."

"How is your stay?" Chen Luoyang walked to the master's seat and sat down.

"The environment here is very nice," Ying Qingqing replied, "but, I am here to bid farewell to Cult Master Chen."

The flavor of the dishes isn't bad, although this is the first time I am seeing such ingredients…

Chen Luoyang didn't have any reservations just because Ying Qingqing was observing by the side. He ate heartily while tasting all of the dishes on the table.

"Did the people here neglect you?" While he was picking the dishes, he asked indifferently.

"That is not the case. I have received great treatment from everyone." Ying Qingqing shook her head and said, "I am leaving because of my own matters."

Chen Luoyang asked, "Have you regained your memory?"

"Not yet, my memory is still the same and can only reach one month ago." Ying Qingqing's expression looked slightly sad, but she quickly brought up her spirits and said, "However, the Sword Sovereign senior who fought with Cult Master Chen wields a sword art that seems to be of the same origin as my martial art. Therefore, I wish to consult him as he might know about my past."

The young lady might have a straightforward character, but she too knew that the Demon Cult Master and the Sword Pavilion Lord were enemies, and they had just had an intense battle.

She looked at Chen Luoyang and said softly, "I thank Cult Master Chen for saving me previously. However, I am still rather concerned about my past and wish to visit the Sword Pavilion. I hope that Cult Master can forgive me."

"You are This Seat's guest and have your own freedom. If you wish to leave, you can go at any time."

Chen Luoyang looked at Ying Qingqing with a ruminating expression. "But… it seems like you are afraid of This Seat?"

Ying Qingqing stayed silent for a moment before replying, "I am not afraid, just… feeling a little conflicted."

Chen Luoyang used his fingers to rub the edge of the wine cup. "Tell me about it."

"I might only have memories from one month ago, but during that month, I have constantly heard others mention… that your honored cult is vicious and despotic, and is thinking of all methods to create a reign of terror. They said that the Demon Cult has the intention to rule over the Divine Province and terrorize all living things with evil."

Ying Qingqing then said, "However, I have been rescued by Cult Master Chen, and during these days, be it you or the people around you, I have been treated very well. All of you have gentle and polite behavior, nothing less than being upright and candid."

I am guessing that "someone" is curious why you know the Clear Sky Divine Sword, while also trying to woo after you…

Chen Luoyang ridiculed in his heart.

Ying Qingqing continued, "I wish to stand a little further to see what is true and what is false, to see who is right and who is wrong."

I too wish to see if you are real or fake…

Chen Luoyang commented in his heart.

Chen Luoyang let out a faint smile. "Things that seem contradictory might all be real because this world's true, false, right, and wrong are all different for each individual. Others might address us as demons. However, our cult's original name is the Ancient Divine Cult. You can read through and know about it."

Ying Qingqing was startled, and she continued to remain in silence.

Chen Luoyang nonchalantly said, "It is already evening time, and it wouldn't be too late to depart tomorrow."

Ying Qingqing came back to her senses and nodded. "Alright."

Chen Luoyang picked up some food while smiling and saying, "This Seat will send someone to scout for you too. If you don't obtain the answers that you needed at the Sword Pavilion, you might be able to obtain new information if you return here."

"Thank you, Cult Master Chen." Ying Qingqing responded by standing up and bowing to Chen Luoyang solemnly.

"You don't have to be so scrupulous." Chen Luoyang used his chopsticks to knock on the edge of the plate and said, "Aren't you going to eat?"

"Thank you, Cult Master." The young lady sat back down and started to move her chopsticks. However, the meal was a rather silent one.

This young lady was a person who didn't really talk much, while Chen Luoyang was afraid that he might say something wrong.

After the meal ended, Ying Qingqing asked to be excused. Chen Luoyang then watched as she left before he gently knocked on the jade pendant twice.

The gray-clothed elder quickly appeared in the reception pavilion and bowed. "Will Cult Master please give the orders?"

"Ying Qingqing will be leaving tomorrow morning. Follow her secretly and observe what she does and who she makes contact with," Chen Luoyang instructed in an indifferent manner. "Pay extra attention to people other than the Sword Pavilion's members."

The gray-clothed elder replied respectfully, "Yes, Cult Master."

"When required, This Seat will transmit an order for you to bring her back." Chen Luoyang asked, "Are you able to do that?"

The instructions were rather ambiguous, but Chen Luoyang's expressions remained enigmatic and emotionless, and had a very calm tone.

The gray-clothed elder hesitated before answering, "Cult Master, if she isn't in the Sword Pavilion, this old servant is confident in doing so. But if she is in the Sword Pavilion…"

"If she is in the Sword Pavilion, This Seat will order another person to assist you," Chen Luoyang said insipidly. "Before that, you have to verify her background."

"This old servant acknowledges Cult Master's orders." The gray-clothed elder kowtowed as he responded.

When the elder left, Chen Luoyang had also left the reception pavilion to take a stroll in the courtyard.

He took out the jade pendant and had a surge of curiosity. This time, he knocked on the jade pendant three times.

At the three long rings, some arrived in front of him. However, it was someone else this time, and it was two middle-aged men.

They both knelt down on one knee.

"Azure Dragon Hall's Azure Dragon 5 pays his respect to Cult Master. Long live Cult Master!"

"Azure Dragon Hall's Dragon Claw 11 pays his respects to Cult Master. Long live Cult Master!"

Chen Luoyang looked at them with an expressionless face.

Code names? What kind of hero would do this?

The structure and customs of the Demon Cult were things that couldn't describe. Even the life resume provided by the black pot didn't have such details.

Hold on…

Chen Luoyang had an idea.

He used an indifferent tone while stating casually, "Instead of fixing a date, why not do it now? I shall test the two of you today."

The two individuals standing in front were rather nervous. They quickly responded, "Will Cult Master please ask?"

Chen Luoyang looked at Dragon Claw 11 first and said, "Recite our cult rules and laws. This Seat will not do a random check."

Dragon Claw 11 was rather surprised and also terrified as he thought that he had violated one of the cult rules. The Demon Cult rules were strict, and since Chen Luoyang didn't indicate anything else, Dragon Claw 11 had to recite it obediently.

Azure Dragon 5 was also silently anxious and frightened.

Chen Luoyang put his hands behind his back and stood there leisurely. In fact, his ears were pricked up as he was listening attentively and memorizing it diligently.

By the time Dragon Claw 11 recited everything, his entire body was already covered in a cold sweat.

Chen Luoyang didn't express any opinion and turned to look at Azure Dragon 5. "It is your turn. Recite the Azure Dragon Hall's rules."

Azure Dragon 5's heart was drumming nervously; he was pondering if he had overstepped his boundaries at some point while bracing himself to recite the rules to his Cult Master.

The duo was very anxious.

Chen Luoyang heaved a sigh of relief inwardly.

When Azure Dragon 5 finished reciting the rules, Chen Luoyang asked indifferently, "How are things for your respective duties?"

Azure Dragon 5 and Dragon Claw 11 promptly reported.

Chen Luoyang listened silently and gradually had some rough outlines in his mind.

The Demon Cult's Shrine was located in the Divine Province's southern desolate land. That place was also known as the Demon Domain.

During recent years, the Demon Cult had been striving to enter the Central Divine Province and dominate its entirety.

The cult had the Azure Dragon Hall, Vermilion Bird Hall, Black Tortoise Hall, and White Tiger Hall, and they were the core.

The Azure Dragon Hall was one of the four halls, and they were specifically responsible for punitive expeditions in foreign lands. They were vanguards for the domination of the Divine Province, and they were responsible for collecting information, infiltration, bribery, instigation, and assassination.

The Azure Dragon Hall was filled with experts, and they were also the most secretive, like a divine dragon that would appear and vanish without traces.

Below the Azure Dragon Hall Chief, there were seven experts that were direct-line disciples in the Demon Cult. They were also generally known as the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations. Apart from them, there were the 18 Dragon Claws and 108 Dragon Scales.

The Dragon Claws and Dragon Scales consisted of direct-line disciples from the Demon Cult, Central Divine Province's experts, and the Other Tribe's experts that were bribed.

Due to the frequent expansion and losses, the actual number of people in the Dragon Claws and the Dragon Scales were constantly changing. 18 and 108 were just imaginary numbers. It was possible for the number to be more, and there were times when it was fewer.

There were also the three legendary dragons who were the famed and venerable experts. They maintained their dignified status in their own factions, but in fact, they had already secretly joined the Demon Cult.

The Azure Dragon Hall had well-trained and powerful warriors while having deep foundations. The entire list of members was only in the hands of the Cult Master Chen Luoyang and the Azure Dragon Hall Chief who was in charge.

The Amrita Manor that Chen Luoyang was temporarily residing in had a reputation that spread through a thousand miles.

The owner of the manor was Wan Hesong, who also had the title of Timely Rain

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. He was a forthright and upright person who frequently offered material assistance to people of the same circle and had friends in all places. He was actually the Shu Prefecture's Cloud Martial County's outstanding hero and had the faint influence of a county lord.

However, no one knew that he had another name in the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall… Dragon Claw 11.

No one also knew that the Amrita Manor, where people gathered to uphold justice, that was considered a sacred place in the Cloud Martial County, was actually a secret temple in the Central Divine Province belonging to the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall.

Information was gathered in this place; members were trained and nurtured; money and rations were stored and transported. This place served many functions, but everything was done clearly and orderly at the same time. No accidents had ever happened.

After Chen Luoyang's battle with the Sword Pavilion Lord at the Snow Domain Plateau, he was recuperating in this place for now.

As the Cult Master, he was accompanied by many servants, but after entering the Amrita Manor, everything had been arranged appropriately. There was no disorder, and no information was leaked out.

"Well done." Chen Luoyang looked at the man in front of him and praised him.

Wan Hesong was Dragon Claw 11 from the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall and also the owner of Amrita Manor that was located in the Great Xia Empire's Cloud Martial County. He was rather scared and on the edge earlier, but he had finally let out a breath of relief.

Wan Hesong quickly responded in a respectful tone, "It is all because of the teachings and advice from Cult Master, Hall Chief, and Sir 5."

The panic-stricken middle-aged man at the side had also heaved a sigh of relief and immediately said, "It is because of the correct pointers from Cult Master and Hall Chief. I don't dare to claim the merit."

Among the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations, the fifth constellation, Ding Chen, didn't excel in martial strength, but he was proficient in business and construction.

The secret temples that were established in the Central Divine Province and the Other Tribe's Outwalls had the shadows of Azure Dragon 5's hard work.

This Amrita Manor's initial construction was actually the result of Azure Dragon 5 and Dragon Claw 11's collective hard work.

Chen Luoyang stood with his hands behind his back and said indifferently, "This Seat knows clearly who is loyal to me and who is putting effort in their work. The two of you deserve a reward."

Azure Dragon 5 and Dragon Claw 11 who were kneeling on one knee had revealed delighted expressions in response. "Thank you, Cult Master. Your subordinates shall offer their lives in sacrifice for the Divine Cult!"

Chen Luoyang nodded with a seemingly pleased expression while he was ridiculing in his heart:

Ying Qingqing mentioned that the Demon Cult is stirring up havoc. It seems like she didn't accuse us wrongly.

He then asked again, "How many individuals are there in the manor that are undertaking assignments?"

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Azure Dragon 5 replied respectfully, "Reporting to Cult Master. Dragon Scale 45, Dragon Scale 62, and Dragon Scale 97 are currently assigned to the Amrita Manor."

"This Seat wants to see their situation," Chen Luoyang stated.

Azure Dragon 5 and Dragon Claw 11 were both shocked, but they didn't dare to show such.

Dragon Claw 11 quickly said, "Cult Master, this way please."

The duo led at the front and brought Chen Luoyang to the manor's secret underground basement.

"This subordinate shall remain on the surface to prevent any outsiders from visiting the manor," Dragon Claw 11 stated in a respectful tone.

Chen Luoyang nodded. "Carry on."

Azure Dragon 5 stood by the side and said, "Cult Master, this way."

On the surface, it was a manor that took up a vast space and was meant to welcome guests and friends. The underground was an entire different place.

The duo walked into a tunnel before the stone door behind them closed. On the stone walls by the side, there were torches burning brightly that dispersed the darkness.

This place had its own ventilation, and it didn't feel stuffy. However, since it was underground, it was still rather dark.

"Cult Master, this place's environment is rather poor. Your priceless body…" Azure Dragon 5 stuttered as he spoke.

"It doesn't matter," Chen Luoyang said heedlessly.

Azure Dragon 5 didn't say anything else and carefully led the way at the front. When walking across a stone room, there were miserable shrieks that could be heard vaguely.

This place had great soundproofing. Even when they stood outside the door, there was only a faint sound. If they were on the surface, it wouldn't be possible to hear the commotion in here.

Chen Luoyang's heart suddenly tightened. He composed himself and turned to look at the gray-clothed elder with his usual indifferent expression. Chen Luoyang's heart tensed up, but he pretended to be nonchalant as he looked at Azure Dragon 5.

Before he asked, Azure Dragon 5 took the initiative and quickly reported, "Dragon Scale 62 is interrogating a prisoner. Please forgive us for the disturbance."

"Who is the prisoner?" Chen Luoyang asked in a seemingly casual tone.

"Reporting to Cult Master. He is the personal attendant of the C-class faction Pegasus Mountain. We will be able to obtain the most detailed daily schedule and itinerary from him." Ding Chen continued explaining the details, "A meticulous follow-up arrangement has been done. The opposition will not feel suspicious because of his disappearance."

According to Azure Dragon 5's previous report, the Azure Dragon Hall was the vanguard for the Demon Cult's invasion, and they were responsible for information and infiltration. They were used to sorting out the different factions in the Central Divine Province by strength. There were four classes: A, B, C, and D.

Generally speaking, apart from Azure Dragon 5 who was responsible for logistics, the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations' task was to deal with A-class factions.

The Dragon Claws were mainly to deal with B-class factions, or they had unique roles like Dragon Claw 11.

The Dragon Scales were to deal with C-class factions.

The situation might change according to the different circumstances, and there might be a switch of roles. The utmost importance was to achieve the objectives.

"Pegasus Mountain?" Chen Luoyang repeated this name.

Azure Dragon 5 followed up respectfully, "Cult Master, Dragon Scale 70 had infiltrated inside the Pegasus Mountain previously and is now one of three Hall Masters serving under the Pegasus Mountain Owner. The Hall Masters are one of the most influential people in the faction, and now that Dragon Scale 70 has established himself, we can advance further."

Chen Luoyang started walking forward again. He had already roughly understood.

As expected, Azure Dragon 5 quickly followed by the side and continued. "Dragon Scale 45 has completed the task to assassinate the C-class faction Green Thunder Sect's Sect Master. He is now rather free.

"When Dragon Scale 62 obtains the detailed information on the Pegasus Mountain Owner, Dragon Scale 45 will find a chance to make the move and help Dragon Scale 70 to take the position of the Pegasus Mountain Owner.

"The Pegasus Mountain might be a C-class faction, but they have a unique approach to land transportation and transmission of information. If we make use of it properly, it might produce great results."

There were different kinds of talented people here with the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations, 18 Dragon Claws, and 108 Dragon Scales. They were all able to complete missions independently or could work together under the coordination of a higher-ranked leader.

Take this mission for example… Dragon Scale 62 was adept at getting information through interrogation and torture, while Dragon Scale 45 was proficient in assassination. The two of them were coordinating with Dragon Scale 70 who had infiltrated and risen up to the upper echelon position in the Pegasus Mountain to grasp complete control.

Once they were successful, the Pegasus Mountain would become like the Amrita Manor, becoming one of the antennas that extended into the Central Divine Province for the Demon Cult.

That Ying Qingqing is right. These subordinates are indeed able to infiltrate using all methods and are setting off a carnage…

Chen Luoyang ridiculed in his heart.

They continued walking forward before Azure Dragon 5 opened the door of a stone room and invited his Cult Master inside with respect.

Inside the stone room, there was a young man reading a scroll. The young man couldn't help but get a shock when he saw Chen Luoyang entering.

The young man quickly stood up and knelt down in front of Chen Luoyang. "Dragon Scale 97 pays his respect to Cult Master. Long live Cult Master!"

Chen Luoyang walked into the stone room and sat down. "At ease."

The young man then stood in front of Chen Luoyang, together with Azure Dragon 5 in a deferential manner.

Chen Luoyang then pointed at the scroll that the young man was reading earlier. He didn't open it and asked, "What are you reading?"

"Reporting to Cult Master. This is the personal information of an illegitimate child. His father is the Second Valley Master of the Wind Fire Valley, which is a B-class faction," the young man replied in a courteous tone.

Is he trying to get close to the target, or is he…

Chen Luoyang was mulling it over in his heart. He remained calm like normal and didn't speak first. After all, the more he spoke, the higher the chances of making a mistake.

He sat quietly and waited for the subordinate to give the report.

Just as expected, the young man explained, "Cult Master doesn't have to worry. I have already memorized all the contents in the scroll by heart. Even if I sleep and talk in my dreams, there still wouldn't be any mistakes. I have lived together with him for around half a year, and I am able to imitate his behavior and even minor habits. I have also learned all of his inferior martial arts."

"As for the disguise, we have already done thorough preparations." Azure Dragon 5 smiled and said, "We might not have Hall Chief's divine technique of physical transformation and might have to rely on the human skin masks. However, the mask is personally made by this subordinate. Putting aside the fact that the Wind Fire Valley's Second Valley Master hasn't seen his illegitimate son for six years, even if they interacted with each other on a daily basis, he will still not be able to see the difference."

They wish to substitute and impersonate that person…

Chen Luoyang realized what was happening.

The real person was already captured and imprisoned by the Demon Cult.

Azure Dragon 5 brought over a box at this moment. When he opened the box, it revealed a mask that was just like a human face, and it was true to life.

Chen Luoyang responded by clicking his tongue in wonder:

It looks the same as a real… Hold it!

He suddenly thought of an evil guess and nearly changed his expression.

Chen Luoyang maintained his nonchalant expression forcefully and asked in a casual tone, "This Seat has always been able to trust your craftsmanship in human skin masks. Is it using the same method this time too?"

Azure Dragon 5 answered in a confident tone. "Yes it is, Cult Master. After Dragon Scale 62 and 97 extracted all the information that the kid knew, this subordinate personally dealt with him. I took off his face and allowed it to be his final contribution to our cult's great undertaking."

Demon Cult, this is truly a Demon Cult…

Chen Luoyang yelled out in his heart.

He composed himself and didn't reveal any change in expression. He responded with a simple "Mm" while opening the scroll at the side of his hand.

The first thing that he saw was the name and Four Pillars of Destiny

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. Afterward, it was the appearance and distinctive features, temperament and habits, martial art's origin, family background, relationships, and all the basic information.

There were up to a hundred pages at the back which recorded this person's entire life experiences. There were so many details, and it even stated what kind of conversation he had with a certain person on a certain date and place, and even what food he ate.

Most of the content might have been confessed by the person; it might also have been recorded by someone who observed in the dark. However, it was truly amazingly detailed. Some of the records might have already started since the previous generation of the Demon Cult Master.

With the support of detailed and ample information, the operation would normally be smooth sailing and easy when it started.

The shadows of the Demon Cult were constantly corroding the Divine Province.

As Chen Luoyang thought of the respectful Azure Dragon 5, Ding Chen, the young Dragon Scale 97, and also the Dragon Claw 11, Wan Hesong, who was on lookout, he silently twitched his mouth.

No matter how I see it, they are a standard group of villains! What is that saying again?

Behind the carnage in the Divine Province, there is a formless dark force stirring up havoc! There is an invisible hand that is controlling everything from behind the scenes!

A master of the hidden hand!

But…

It seems like I… am the master of the hidden hand…

Chen Luoyang didn't know if he should cry or laugh.

This group of subordinates under me should package themselves a little.

Members of the orthodox and righteous factions are all malicious, avaricious, cunning hypocrites, while members of the unorthodox Demon Cult are magnanimous, heroic, loyal, genuine individuals.

Wouldn't it be nicer if most of the people had this kind of impression? They should strive to obtain the favor of the public too, right?

While he was pondering, a flame actually started growing more intense in his heart. He was eager to give it a try; however, there were things that didn't really conform with his liking.

"Well done." Chen Luoyang closed the scroll and looked at the duo. "Continue your efforts and strive to obtain more advantages."

Azure Dragon 5 and Dragon Scale 97 were ecstatic. They both knelt down on one knee and said in unison, "We shall offer our lives in sacrifice for the Divine Cult!"

Chen Luoyang nodded in satisfaction first and immediately said, "However, don't be conceited and complacent."

He looked at Azure Dragon 5. "Your craftsmanship in making the human skin masks might have outstanding results, but there can only be one mask of such a high standard. You have to study new techniques and innovations to produce more copies of masks that are of the highest quality. It will enable us to handle more variables. Don't be engrossed in your past glory and stop advancing."

Azure Dragon 5 was startled for a moment before he put on a serious expression and said, "This subordinate has been feeling fickle and impatient in recent years, to the extent that I feel I am stagnating and limiting myself. Thanks to Cult Master's advice, I have come to realize it now. I will comply with Cult Master's teachings and work diligently, and strive to create more techniques. I will never dare to be conceited and complacent."

Azure Dragon 5 then bowed to Chen Luoyang again.

Chen Luoyang nodded slightly in response. "Not bad. If you have such motivation, you will be able to achieve more."

Subsequently, Chen Luoyang handed the scroll back to Dragon Scale 97 and said, "You should do the same. Go and continue the preparations."

The young Dragon Scale 97 bowed deeply and said, "I will comply with Cult Master's teachings." After receiving the scroll, the young man left the stone room.

Afterward, Chen Luoyang turned and said to Azure Dragon 5, "Regardless of the importance, report all of the recent information that is gathered. This Seat shall check on the progression of your group's tasks."

Azure Dragon 5 replied respectfully, "Yes, Cult Master." He then quickly handed over a jade scroll.

Chen Luoyang looked at the jade scroll and felt diffident:

How do I use this thing…?

It was fortunate that Azure Dragon 5 was a very enthusiastic lackey. He pressed down on the jade scroll with his palm, and the jade scroll lit up with radiance.

Chen Luoyang observed carefully and could feel Azure Dragon 5's body surging with an invisible energy.

Did he pour in qi or something into the jade scroll?

Chen Luoyang looked like he comprehended something.

The radiance from the jade scroll had formed a screen of light, and there were large wordings on it.

Chen Luoyang felt at ease and started to read. After he finished reading, he nodded and said, "Good job."

Azure Dragon 5 replied modestly, "This is all part of this subordinate's duty."

Chen Luoyang kept the jade scroll and stood up. "Alright, that is all for today."

Azure Dragon 5 quickly escorted Chen Luoyang to leave this underground palace.

After returning to the surface and back to his room, Chen Luoyang closed the doors and immediately did a thorough search.

He found a few jade scrolls in the room earlier and didn't know what to do with them. Now that he remembered them, it was possible that they contained information and news that the Demon Cult members wanted to report to him, the Cult Master.

He attempted to pour his qi into these jade scrolls. It was very difficult at first, as he was a newcomer. When his soul possessed the body of this Demon Cult Master, he was just like a rookie who hadn't held a steering wheel before, and all of a sudden, he had to drive a racing car of the highest quality.

No matter how good the car was and how detailed the manual was, he would need time to adapt before he could have complete control. Furthermore, this fine car had just gone through a major accident and wasn't properly repaired yet.

Chen Luoyang attempted repeatedly for half a night and finally activated these jade scrolls with success. After reading all the jade scrolls, he had a much better understanding of the Grand Divine Province's current state and his own circumstances.

As he continued to read, an entire night passed by. Chen Luoyang only realized it when it was daybreak.

He might have injuries, but he didn't feel mentally tired at all. After keeping the jade scrolls properly, he ordered the servants to prepare his breakfast.

Breakfast was still accompanied by Ying Qingqing. When the meal was over, Ying Qingqing was about to depart from Amrita Manor.

Chen Luoyang called for his chief attendant and said, "Escort Young Lady Qingqing."

"Yes, Cult Master." That middle-aged woman bowed to Ying Qingqing and said, "Young Lady Qingqing, this place is our cult's secret temple. According to the cult rules and in consideration of maintaining secrecy, this servant shall escort you. I hope that Young Lady will not blame me for my lack of manners."

Ying Qingqing replied politely, "I thank Senior for the trouble."

She then bowed to Chen Luoyang. "Thank you, Cult Master Chen."

Chen Luoyang nodded casually. "This Seat shall not see you out. I hope that you will be able to find the answers that you are looking for on this trip."

"I shall borrow your lucky words. Please take care, Cult Master." The young lady bid farewell.

The gray-clothed elder appeared in front of Chen Luoyang and knelt on one knee.

Chen Luoyang nodded, and the gray-clothed elder vanished from his original position.

Chen Luoyang returned to his room and continued to read the information that was stored in the jade scrolls.

During noontime, he suddenly heard a noise that came from outside the manor.

Chen Luyang rang the jade pendant three times, and Azure Dragon 5 arrived in a hurry.

"Reporting to Cult Master. Enemies are attacking the manor." The middle-aged man knelt down and greeted. He then said with an agonized tone, "This subordinate has disturbed the Cult Master. This subordinate deserves ten thousand deaths."

Chen Luoyang had a composed expression as he spoke in a heedless tone. "Not bad indeed. This Seat had just praised the two of you for being competent yesterday."

Azure Dragon 5's body was instantly drenched in a cold sweat.

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"This subordinate is incompetent and deserves ten thousand deaths. Will Cult Master please allow this subordinate to atone for his sin and deal with the matter?" Azure Dragon 5 knelt on one knee and said in an agonized tone.

Chen Luoyang tapped his finger on the armrest gently and calmly. "Then let's go and take a look."

After speaking, Chen Luoyang stood up and walked out first.

His body's current situation definitely wasn't good. There was a common saying that stated, "a noble should stand under a dangerous wall." However, now wasn't the time to show weakness; instead, he should be bold.

Azure Dragon 5 quickly followed behind.

"Tell me the specific details." While Chen Luoyang was walking, he asked in a seemingly casual tone.

"Reporting to Cult Master. Not long ago, a few individuals rushed to the manor. They claimed that our Divine Cult members had exterminated their clan and were pursuing them. It was why they sought safety with Dragon Claw 11." Azure Dragon 5 continued to explain, "Dragon Claw 11 allowed them to enter without batting an eyelid. As expected, someone did come chasing over. Dragon Claw 11 verified their identity as our cult members and simply seized them first."

Chen Luoyang's mouth was twitching a little while sighing in his heart:

My subordinates are truly a group of competent individuals…

Dragon Claw 11 had created an extremely great image to the public within the range of a thousand miles. It wasn't strange for the victims that were being pursued to seek assistance from the righteous Amrita Manor Owner, Hero Wan, who upheld justice. However, wasn't it the same as escaping from the tiger's den and voluntarily jumping into the wolf's lair?

Seeing how skillful Dragon Claw 11 was, this was probably not the first time someone walked right in the Amrita Manor's trap.

Chen Luoyang could roughly guess Dragon Claw 11's routine.

Before making a move, he would first extract information through trickery. If no one on the outside knew that they came to Amrita Manor, then these people would simply vanish without a trace. If there were people who knew these people came to Amrita Manor for help, Dragon Claw 11 would put on a show that he was upholding justice and escorting these victims to leave the manor before making a move. He would make it as though the victims met experts from none other than the Demon Cult and pretend that he wasn't skillful enough to protect them, allowing the Demon Cult experts to seize the victims.

With other experts in the cult to coordinate with the act, the aftermath would have been dealt with appropriately.

As such, no one had ever suspected Manor Owner Wan who was supremely honorable and righteous, and also viewed evil with a vengeance.

"Is it his turn to step into another person's schemes this time?" Chen Luoyang asked in a calm tone.

Azure Dragon 5 smiled embarrassedly and replied, "Cult Master is brilliant. It is exactly the case. When Dragon Claw 11 turned hostile and made his move, the enemy waited and ambushed from behind. Both parties are now in a confrontation at the front courtyard."

"Cult Master doesn't have to worry. With Sir Vajra overseeing the place, the enemy will not be able to do anything significant."

Sir… Vajra… A gorilla

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? I wonder what kind of person that is…

Chen Luoyang ridiculed inwardly.

His expression remained composed as he asked, "Is there a problem with the cult members that were originally pursuing these people?"

"It seems like they don't know anything, but more investigation has to be done to see if they are traitors or spies," Azure Dragon 5 answered factually.

Chen Luoyang said indifferently, "Let's go and have a look."

They climbed up a small bamboo structure. A burly man was already standing inside and looking out of the window.

When he turned around to see Chen Luoyang coming over, he immediately knelt on one knee and greeted respectfully, "Long live Cult Master."

"At ease." Chen Luoyang arrived by the window and looked outside. Right in front, he could see people that were in a confrontation.

The burly man's face was showing nothing but a flattering smile. He pulled a chair over to a place by the window and said, "Cult Master doesn't have to worry. I have been observing them. No accidents will happen."

Chen Luoyang took a glance at the burly man:

This man is that… Vajra?

While thinking to himself, Chen Luoyang sat down on the chair and looked outside the window. Below the bamboo structure, Dragon Claw 11 and his group were confronting another group of individuals.

There were two individuals from the two groups that were contesting with their martial skills, instead of starting an all-out fight immediately. It was possible that the enemy wanted to surround the entire Amrita Manor and sneak into the back courtyard before launching a two-pronged attack. Therefore, they weren't in a hurry.

Chen Luoyang looked at the two individuals that were fighting. He could only see them moving rapidly as their figures were like shadows and afterimages. By using regular eyesight, let alone seeing their moves and stances, it was even difficult to see their silhouettes.

Chen Luoyang recalled his earlier experiences when activating the jade scrolls. He silently pondered on how to use the powers and abilities contained within this body. After using the manual to start up the machine, Chen Luoyang gradually practiced and had some initial proficiency. This machine might be damaged, but it still allowed Chen Luoyang to have an eye-opener.

Everything within his vision had suddenly become very clear. The two figures that he couldn't see clearly earlier were now moving slowly. It was so slow that it looked like they were in slow motion. Chen Luoyang was able to contemplate while observing.

These two individuals have an excessively large difference in cultivation stage when compared to me. That is why the effects are so obvious. However, there are many individuals that are stronger than them…

Chen Luoyang pondered.

According to the general knowledge introduced in the , the Divine Province's martial dao stages were separated by a large threshold every three stages.

1st stage, Body Tempering Stage.

2nd stage, Meridian Unblocking Stage.

3rd stage, Qi Sea Stage.

Martial artists at the first three stages were also known as "posterior martial artists", allowing them to have overwhelming strength and be able to split rocks.

4th stage, Connate Stage.

5th stage, Soul Conduit Stage.

6th stage, Union Stage.

Martial artists in these three stages were known as "connate martial experts".

Connate martial experts were able to ignore weight and lift objects without effort. They could use leaves and flowers as throwing weapons or use branches as swords to hurt enemies. If they were aggressive and attacked with all their strength, the power they could exhibit would be much more dreadful than that of posterior martial artists.

Further up, when the cultivation reached the 7th stage, Core Embrace Stage, one would be known as a "martial master", which also meant that one was a martial dao master.

Next was the 8th stage, Seat Illumination Stage.

9th stage, Clear Void Stage.

Those who reached the 10th stage, Intent Congealing Stage, would be known as "martial kings", also known as grandmasters.

Then it was the 11th stage, Apotheosis Stage.

12th stage, Nourishment Stage.

After reaching Nourishment Stage, if the martial artist broke through further, it was a step into the martial emperor level.

It was also the same level as the current Divine Province's Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.

The two individuals fighting outside the bamboo structure were connate martial experts.

Despite the case, Chen Luoyang was still watching with great pleasure. He was like a sponge that was constantly absorbing new knowledge. However, on the surface, he had an emotionless face and seemed to be rather bored, as though he didn't bother about the fight at all.

Azure Dragon 5 stood by the side and said softly, "Cult Master, this subordinate will go and deal with them as quickly as possible…"

Azure Dragon 5, Ding Chen, might be considered an administrative and logistics talent in the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations, but he didn't excel in martial strength: he was still at the 8th stage, Seat Illusion stage.

Outside of the Demon Cult, he would be a proper martial master. If he was to establish a faction, he would be the leader of a B-class faction.

Chen Luoyang recalled the description in the :

"When a martial master makes a move, at minimal, iron would turn into sweat just with a slight grip; crushing rocks into powder is merely a trivial matter.

When serious, it wouldn't be difficult for a single attack to cover at least ten meters."

The aftermath of the confrontation between two connate martial experts was already enough to tear down houses. When sword qi was released, patches of bamboo forest would be cut down in a neat manner.

Even with such destructive power, a martial dao master like Azure Dragon 5 would only need a casual attack to end the battle.

Just as Azure Dragon 5 was seeking approval from Chen Luoyang, a voice suddenly echoed from far away. "Amrita Manor is considered reputable in Cloud Martial County. I didn't expect it to be shabby and ruined on the inside, while the Manor Owner is simply a hypocrite."

While the voice echoed, it was far away. However, before the statement finished, the speaker was already in front of everyone.

It was a middle-aged man who was wearing magnificent clothes. He had three strands of long beard that reached below his neck and an awe-inspiring face. After him were more people who arrived together.

Amrita Manor was now surrounded, and no one was able to leave.

Dragon Claw 11 answered in a calm tone, "It seems I've been exposed. Lord Chu, please. This humble Wan has been loyal in his duties to the Divine Cult. I have already put aside matters of personal reputation and safety."

The man wearing the magnificent clothes shook his head and said, "Since this humble Chu is here, your life and death isn't for you to decide. I shall slowly interrogate you after seizing you. It will allow me to sever and break the claws and fangs of the Demon Cult in my Shu Prefecture with a single swoop."

Inside the bamboo structure, Azure Dragon 5 gave an introduction to Chen Luoyang. "Reporting to Cult Master. That person is the Great Xia Empire's newly appointed Prefecture Governor of the Shu Prefecture. He has just succeeded in the role two months ago."

According to the customs of the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall, factions of the world were separated into four classes.

The so-called A-class faction would at least have a martial king, who was also a grandmaster, as a leader.

B-class factions would have a martial master to oversee it.

C-class factions would have connate martial experts to lead them.

D-class factions were filled with posterior martial artists and were considered to have no class.

However, the Great Xia Empire, the Sword Pavilion, and the Other Tribe were massive factions that were of the same class as the Demon Cult. They were transcending factions that were above the A-class.

The Great Xia Empire's County Protector would always be an elite 6th stage connate martial expert who achieved the Union Stage of spirit and flesh.

Prefecture Governors were all martial masters, and their lowest cultivation stage would be the 8th stage, Seat Illumination Stage.

The Shu Prefecture was strategically located in the southwest of the Central Divine Province. It would face the direct pressure from the Southern Desolate Demon Domain. At the same time, there were native A-class factions that were close to forming independent nations.

The regional affairs for the Prefecture Governor at the Shu Prefecture were very tough. No one would be able to take up the role unless they had great martial strength.

"Reporting to Cult Master, Dragon Claw 11 will not be able to deal with that person. This subordinate will go and handle it," Azure Dragon 5 quickly said to Chen Luoyang.

He then revealed an ashamed expression. "This subordinate is incompetent. I might not fear this person with the clan name of Chu, but he brought along plenty of experts. There aren't enough cult members in the Amrita Manor, and I fear that we will not be able to stop them.

"If any of the scoundrels are missed and disturbed our great Cult Master, this subordinate would not be able to compensate for his sins even if he died ten thousand times. Therefore, I wish to request for Sir Vajra to assist me in the confrontation."

Chen Luoyang looked at the burly man beside him in response. The burly man laughed and bowed to Chen Luoyang before saying, "Cult Master, leave this matter to me."

He then chuckled and said, "In my impression, this person with the clan name of Chu seems to be a pinnacle martial master who is at the 9th stage, Clear Void Stage. He is one stage higher than Ding Chen in terms of cultivation. Ding Chen might be the Divine Cult's direct-line disciple and might not fear him, but it would still be rather troublesome. Why not let me handle this matter?"

Chen Luoyang had yet to find out who exactly was this Vajra that had been standing beside him. He was actually rather curious.

As such, Chen Luoyang gave an "mm" before saying nonchalantly, "Carry on."

Vajra bowed. "Yes, Cult Master."

Azure Dragon 5 Ding Chen said, "Thank you, Cult Master. Thank you, Sir Vajra."

After Vajra bowed, he didn't leave the bamboo structure immediately. His body suddenly appeared with faint radiance. The radiance then congealed into a 20-meter-tall figure outside of the bamboo structure.

When the humanoid figure appeared, it shocked the Prefecture Governor and his men who were planning to raze Amrita Manor.

The Shu Prefecture Governor yelled out, "Who is that?!"

"Coachman." Vajra chuckled and said from the bamboo structure, "I serve as a coachman for my Cult Master."

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Chapter 6

Outside the bamboo structure, the members of the Great Xia Empire were creating a disturbance. The ruler of this prefecture, Shu Prefecture Governor's expression turned grim.

In front of him, a giant figure of light that was 20-meters tall was gradually formed. This was a symbol of a martial dao expert's exquisite cultivation, the ability to congeal their martial dao intent.

The members of the Great Xia Empire were facing a martial king! An absolute expert who was minimally at the 10th stage, Intent Congealing Stage.

A great martial king who had the status of a grandmaster actually addressed himself as a coachman? Who would be able to command a grandmaster as a servant?

It wasn't a problem for a martial king to massacre a B-class faction alone. If a martial king established his own faction, he would be the dictator of an A-class faction. If he was willingly serving as a servant and the "Cult Master" that he mentioned respectfully could only be that person in the Divine Province…

The Demon Cult Master, Chen Luoyang.

Was the world's No. 1 devil currently in this manor?

When everyone realized this point, there was an uproar. They looked left and right with faces that were showing fear.

Inside the bamboo structure, when Chen Luoyang saw the commotion, he was muttering in his heart:

It doesn't seem like the people outside have sensed that Vajra is speaking from the bamboo structure. They have yet to discover our location. I wonder if it is Vajra's ability, or if it is the bamboo structure's special trait.

When talking about Vajra…

Chen Luoyang looked outside the bamboo structure.

When the 20-meter humanoid figure of light was completely congealed and stabilized, it was presented as a bold and powerful image of Vajra.

Vajra had a dignified expression and was incomparably ferocious. He looked sturdy and indestructible. He looked extremely sharp and could sever anything.

Both the extremity of offense and defense were gathered on this body.

When Chen Luoyang saw the Vajra's illusory image, he involuntarily thought of something else.

Both and the life resume provided by the black pot had mentioned the Great Vajra Temple.

They once ruled the Divine Province's western frontier, the Snow Domain Plateau, and were one of this world's strongest martial dao sacred lands.

Back then, they were personally vanquished by the Demon Cult Master!

Right now, standing beside Chen Luoyang was a burly man called Vajra. Be it his code name or his martial dao cultivation, he looked like he came from Great Vajra Temple's lineage.

Outside the bamboo structure, the Shu Prefecture Governor found it hard to believe. "Does this honored sir come from the Great Vajra Temple? With your cultivation stage, you must be a Law King if not an Upper Master. Why would honored sir throw yourself into the Demon Cult and willing serve as the Demon Sovereign's servant?"

Vajra chuckled and said, "A wretched place like the Great Vajra Temple should have been eradicated long away. When they provoked the Divine Cult, it was the Cult Master who personally delivered that group of monks into reincarnation. It is their fortune."

"Law King or Upper Master is all just nonsense. How can it be comparable to the glory of accompanying my Divine Cult Master?"

Vajra then said with a prideful expression, "If you people are clever, you should quickly kneel down and greet my Divine Cult Master with respect. If Cult Master is gracious today, you might be able to keep your lives."

Everyone revealed terrified expressions when facing the giant Vajra.

The Great Vajra Temple was eradicated by the Demon Cult Master; therefore, the Demon Cult should be a mortal enemy of the Great Vajra Temple. However, a martial king of the Great Vajra Temple had actually been subdued by the Demon Cult Master.

Furthermore, he didn't just join the Demon Cult willingly, he had bent his knees as a slave.

How terrifying was the Demon Cult Master?

The Shu Prefecture Governor yelled out loudly and steadied everyone's hearts, "The demon might be powerful but will naturally be punished by His Majesty, the Sword Sovereign. The Demon Cult is arrogant and rampant. Our Central Divine Province has more than enough experts, and the Demon Cult will never have its turn to rule over us. You might be a martial king, but you bent over and scrapped for favor. You surrendered to your enemy and have violated the inheritance of the Vajra's true intent. You are merely strong in appearance, but weak on the inside!"

Vajra laughed heartily in response. "There is only death for those who see our Divine Cult as the enemy. You fool, you have just been promoted two months ago, yet you have already forgotten. You are able to take over as the Shu Prefecture Governor because the previous governor has been killed by the experts from our Divine Cult's Azure Dragon Hall."

Vajra laughed and said, "I am merely strong in appearance, but weak on the inside? Then why don't you try me?"

Vajra didn't move in the bamboo structure, but the giant figure of Vajra had taken a step forward. This single step had instantly produced a tornado in the manor. A murderous intent enveloped everyone from the Great Xia Empire. Those with weaker cultivation had turned soft and couldn't catch their breath. They couldn't even turn to flee, even though they thought about doing so. The Shu Prefecture Governor's face was now ashen.

There was only a difference of one stage between the 9th and 10th stages. However, the chasm between martial master and martial king, between master and grandmaster, was extremely huge.

The people behind the Shu Prefecture Governor looked up at the giant Vajra while their faces were revealing despair. Right at this moment, the advancing Vajra suddenly stopped.

Inside the bamboo structure, Vajra's face had changed. His smiling and chuckling expressions that remained there the whole time had suddenly vanished. His expression was unprecedentedly solemn, and his eyes were staring straight towards something far away.

Chen Luoyang felt rather odd. Subsequently, he saw an old monk appear in the manor's courtyard all of a sudden and walk towards the bamboo structure.

The old monk was tall and skinny; he had a wrinkled face, and he looked like a stick of bamboo that couldn't even withstand the wind. However, he didn't stop walking and was advancing towards the giant Vajra without fear. Instead, Vajra was the one that took a step back when facing this old monk!

The boundless murderous aura had also vanished. The people of the Great Xia Empire felt as though they had returned to the mortal realm from hell.

"Law King Huijue!" The Shu Prefecture Governor let out a breath of relief.

The old monk nodded to the Prefecture Governor and said, "Being a Law King is already a thing of the past. This old monk is here today to clean up my Great Vajra Temple's lineage."

Inside the bamboo structure, Chen Luoyang turned to look at Vajra in response. Vajra had an unpleasant expression and was gritting his teeth.

From outside the structure, Law King Huijue's sight penetrated the giant Vajra and looked directly at the bamboo structure. "Baoshu, come then. Let this old monk see how much you have improved over the last two years."

After hearing Law King Huijue addressing Vajra, the Shu Prefecture Governor knitted his brows tightly again. "Master Baoshu?! One of the rare few Upper Masters in the history of the Great Vajra Temple? One of the most outstanding prodigies back then actually joined the Demon Cult!"

Inside the bamboo structure, Chen Luoyang took a side glance at Vajra. Vajra had already reverted back to normal attire, and it was no longer possible to see the appearance of a monk.

Vajra said in a cold tone, "Back when my Divine Cult Master extinguished the Great Vajra Temple, you happened to be venturing outside and were able to avoid the calamity. Instead of hiding with your tail between your legs, you actually delivered yourself to us?"

Law King Huijue's aged face remained calm as he said, "With concern in my heart, it is hard to meditate. This old monk needs to sever the karma in order to see peace."

Vajra sneered. "Do you think you are fit to look for our Cult Master to sever the karma?"

"If the Demon Sovereign is here, that will be for the best," Law King Huijue said in a composed tone. "The battle between the two sovereigns ended with both parties severely injured. It is hard to come by this opportunity."

The old monk looked towards the bamboo structure and said, "The Demon Sovereign is severely injured, and it is a good time for this old monk to sever the karma with him. If his injuries are minor, then this old monk shall give up his life to make sure that the Demon Sovereign suffers more severe injuries. In the future, someone will definitely be able to claim his life. If he isn't here, then it means that it is your turn to reincarnate. This old monk shall clean up the lineage, and all of the demonic subordinates here shall be removed. No one should think about escaping."

While speaking, Law King Huijue had also congealed a golden and limpid vajra statue that looked like it was made of diamond.

The two vajra statues were emitting a martial dao intent that was basically the same.

However, when the second vajra statue appeared, its imposing presence immediately pressured the first vajra statue to step back!

Inside the bamboo structure, Vajra's face was switching between the colors of white and green. He then faced Chen Luoyang and lowered his head in shame.

Azure Dragon 5 helped to mediate the embarrassing situation by saying, "Cult Master, Law King Huijue is the Great Vajra Temple's former elder back then and has cultivated bitterly for many years. Before the Great Vajra Temple was destroyed, he was already at the 11th stage and is a martial king of the Apotheosis Stage…"

Chen Luoyang recalled the descriptions from .

They were both martial kings, but the martial king of the 11th Apotheosis Stage had a great advantage over the 10th Intent Congealing Stage. Apotheosis Stage martial kings had a huge superiority in senses. When fighting with an enemy, Apotheosis Stage martial kings would have a slight resonance with the enemy. Once the enemy had a thought or intent, the martial king would sense it.

The ability to detect unexpected changes had a great effect on subduing the enemy before the start of the battle.

In most cases, only Apotheosis Stage martial kings could contest with Apotheosis Stage martial kings.

Vajra's cultivation was lower by one stage, and if he fought with Law King Huijue, his attack method would be completely seen through by Law King Huijue.

"Elder Fu, Elder Lu, and Elder Shou are all out right now. I cannot allow this wretched monk Huijue to continue and disturb Cult Master to make a move personally, right?" Vajra gritted his teeth and said, "After cultivating both the Divine Cult's absolute martial arts and the Great Vajra Temple's martial arts, I… definitely will be able to defeat that old wretched monk. Cult Master, please leave him for me to handle."

Hearing your tone, it sounds like you aren't very confident…

Chen Luoyang muttered in his heart.

The first half of Vajra's statement had caused Chen Luoyang's heart to turn half cold. It seemed like among all the experts that were accompanying him, this burly man was already the strongest. The rest of the formidable experts weren't around right now.

Remote waters couldn't put out a close fire.

If this burly man lost, then Chen Luoyang who was the Demon Cult Master would have to make a move personally. However, he had just arrived in this world and wasn't familiar with martial dao. Furthermore, he still had severe injuries. How was he going to fight?

If he escaped… Even if he was able to escape, his reputation would drop to rock bottom. He would also be exposing the fact that he was severely injured. By then, would this servile Vajra still be as loyal? It was probably hard to say…

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Chapter 7

I was originally having a good time, bathing, eating a meal, and enjoying a performance. All of a sudden, I am at the crucial moment of life and death…

Chen Luoyang cursed in his heart.

He leaned back on the chair. His expression remained calm, but his mind was rapidly thinking of all sorts of things.

It was fine if it was just the Shu Prefecture Governor, but why would this Law King Huijue appear for no reason? Was this merely a coincidence? Apart from this old monk, could there be other formidable enemies that were hiding in the vicinity? Law King Huijue might only be a scout. Perhaps the mastermind's objective wasn't Dragon Claw 11 and the Amrita Manor… Perhaps it was him, the Demon Cult Master.

These people suspected that Chen Luoyang was severely injured after the battle with the Sword Pavilion Lord; therefore, they wanted to take advantage of this weakness. Law King Huijue was here to test Chen Luoyang.

How did they know that I was recuperating in the Amrita Manor? Could it be Ying Qingqing? What should I do now?

In an instant, Chen Luoyang thought about plenty of things.

It seems like there are more enemies in the dark than those on the surface. The circumstances are much more dangerous than the current commotion. I have a cultivated body that I can't utilize properly. I have to make sure that the enemy doesn't know of my limits…

Chen Luoyang had a sudden flash of inspiration.

Chen Luoyang thought about that mysterious black pot.

When he inquired about this body's information, it described his current martial arts' proficiencies.

Chen Luoyang looked at Law King Huijue and mentally communicated with the mysterious black pot. The blood-red serum suddenly reduced by a portion, and there wasn't much remaining.

Blood-red mist rose up from the pot and quickly formed a huge article of words.

[Huijue, 67 years old, Apotheosis Stage.]

[Cultivated martial art: Vajra Mandala Technique, Vajra Karma Severance Saber, Wise Benevolent Origin Fist, Virtuous Vajra Lotus Seal, Heart Body Seal, Karmic Law Saber…]

In regards to the Law King Huijue's martial arts proficiencies, the blood mist didn't just present words, there were also many illustrations.

When Chen Luoyang's concentration was focused on the illustration of the Long Rainbow Divine Palm, the illustration would suddenly enlarge. The contents of the illustration would become extremely detailed with more diagrams and more wordings as further explanation.

[Vajra Karma Severance Saber is at completion state, and it is still far from perfection state.]

[2nd saber move: Overly obsessed and overly aggressive during execution. As a result, the move variation isn't completely integrated and smooth…]

[4th saber move: Lack of saber intent and insufficient strength…]

[5th saber move: A flaw is exposed on the left rib of the Vajra…]

[7th saber move: The initial gesture is slanting to the right. The saber is ahead of the intent, making the foundation unsteady…]

[9th saber move…]

[10th saber move…]

[11th saber move…]

Chen Luoyang was dazzled by all the words. However, he had also let out a breath of relief.

The information on Law King Huijue was the same as the information on Chen Luoyang. There wasn't a complete set of information. However, the flaws and inadequate parts of the martial dao were all detailedly annotated. Everything was very clear and easy to understand.

Just by looking at these, Chen Luoyang was able to give pointers to Law King Huijue's cultivation and answer his doubts and suspicions. Once the flaws were compensated, Law King Huijue's cultivation would reach the next stage.

Actually, in comparison with all the power that Law King Huijue possessed, these defects were merely minor flaws, and it was simply nitpicking at nothing. However, the dispute between experts was always determined by a slight thread of difference.

Now that they were enemies, these flaws were probably fatal.

Chen Luoyang's mind withdrew from the Vajra Karma Severance Saber's illustration. He then placed his focus on the Wise Benevolent Origin Fist's illustration.

As expected, it was another detailed analysis.

Chen Luoyang was currently lapping up and memorizing all of the information. He was busy reading the information and remaining silent. It made things awkward for Vajra and Azure Dragon 5 who were standing by the side.

Vajra sneaked a glance at his Cult Master, and he saw Chen Luoyang expressionless. Chen Luoyang's eyes were slightly closed, and he wasn't speaking, nor did he look angry. It made Vajra even more terrified: even his vajra statue outside the bamboo structure was starting to weaken.

Law King Huijue felt that his opponent's mental state was unstable. As the opponent's influence weakened, his imposing aura became more aggressive.

An invisible murderous aura started to materialize in the air. Law King Huijue's vajra statue now had an additional monk's knife that was shining resplendently.

The vajra statue on the Demon Cult's side involuntarily cracked on the surface and looked extremely miserable.

It had shocked Vajra who was inside the bamboo structure. He quickly invigorated himself and resisted the pressure from his opponent.

At this moment, Chen Luoyang suddenly spoke, "An incompetent stray dog actually needs This Seat to make a move personally?"

Vajra and Azure Dragon 5 had embarrassing expressions. "This subordinate is incompetent and has disturbed Cult Master…"

"Forget it." Chen Luoyang sat upright on his chair and looked at Vajra in a nonchalant manner. "Seeing that you are loyal, I shall give you some pointers…"

As Vajra listened, his expressions had various changes.

First, it was curiosity, then shock, and alarm; finally, it was being dumbstruck.

Once Vajra was distracted, Law King Huijue immediately flared up. A horrific saber intent was materialized and slashed at Vajra.

When Vajra came back to his senses, he hurriedly blocked. As he was caught off guard, his vajra statue nearly got severed at the waist. It caused the protection on the bamboo structure to vanish, allowing Chen Luoyang, Azure Dragon 5, and Vajra to be exposed to everyone's eyes.

When everyone looked over to the bamboo structure, Chen Luoyang who was sitting by the window was immediately discovered.

"It is really the Demon Cult Master!" After seeing Chen Luoyang's eyes that were flickering with black light, the members of the Great Xia Empire had all exclaimed in unison.

But the Shu Prefecture Governor and the other experts had eyes that lit up:

The Demon Cult Master is here, and he allows Law King Huijue to act as he pleases? Could he really be severely injured?

Law King Huijue was also staring at Chen Luoyang. "So it turns out that Cult Master Chen is really here. Since that is the case, this old monk shall be so bold as to ask Cult Master Chen for some pointers."

Chen Luoyang sat on the chair with an indifferent expression, as he took a casual glance at Law King Huijue but didn't say anything. It seemed as though Chen Luoyang wasn't disdainful to even speak with the other party. He merely made a gesture to Vajra who was standing by the side, as though he was waving a blade gently to chase away some mosquito.

"Don't worry Cult Master, I will quickly deal with that old wretched monk so that he cannot disturb you anymore," Vajra declared loudly and promptly.

With a short yell, the 20-meter vajra statue was congealed again, and it became very firm.

Law King Huijue didn't look at Vajra and had been looking at Chen Luoyang the whole time.

The old monk revealed a smile. "It seems like the battle with His Majesty, Sword Sovereign has inflicted severe injuries to Cult Master Chen. As such, you don't dare to accept this old monk's challenge and send this traitor to death instead."

Law King Huijue looked at Vajra at this moment and smiled before saying, "When you are fighting desperately with this old monk, Cult Master Chen will find the opportunity to escape. You are destined to face death, truly foolish behavior."

Vajra left the bamboo structure and blended his entire body into the 20-meter vajra statue.

Vajra's vajra statue emitted a loud voice, "A mere stray dog. You have already benefited when my Divine Cult Master bothered about you. You are only fit to die under my saber!"

Law King Huijue had also entered the vajra statue. "Today, this old monk shall eliminate the traitor first before slaughtering the demon later."

The two massive vajra statues instantly clashed together.

However, something surprising happened, and it wasn't what the Great Xia Empire's members had expected…

For this clash, it was Vajra who forced Law King Huijue to step back!

Law King Huijue was rather shocked; he didn't feel that there was any problem with his Vajra Karma Severance Saber. Who would have expected that Vajra would find the flaw and neutralize his move in just one counterattack?

This traitor actually comprehended the Vajra Karma Severance Saber to an extent that was superior to him, Huijue?

Vajra didn't stop attacking; he constantly brandished his saber and repelled Law King Huijue.

The two massive vajra statues were moving around the entire place, and soon enough, they exited the Amrita Manor. It was because Vajra didn't wish for their duel to disturb his great cult master.

Vajra naturally knew that his cult master didn't have anything to fear, but if the shockwaves from the battle had crashed into his cult master, it would be a grave sin and utter disrespect.

Chen Luoyang sat in the bamboo structure motionlessly and looked far away in a calm manner.

As expected, a contest between martial kings is much more intense than the commotion caused by the battle between connate martial experts…

Chen Luoyang thought to himself.

Martial kings, also known as grandmasters, were accompanied by wind and thunder, while fire and water couldn't harm them at all. With a lift of their hands, they were able to destroy mountains, to cut off rivers. They were practically able to alter the environment on a small scale.

If Vajra and Law King Huijue were to fight without restraint, let alone razing Amrita Manor to the ground, it was possible for them to leave a deep basin. It was why Vajra chased Law King Huijue out with priority before fighting in the remote wilderness.

The distance might be far away, but Chen Luoyang was still able to see them.

The Shu Prefecture Governor and Azure Dragon 5 had to push their eyesight while they looked into the distance anxiously. The more they watched, the more terrified they felt.

It was obvious that Law King Huijue had the higher cultivation of Apotheosis Stage and was also stronger. However, the outcome was him being pressured by Vajra who was at the Intent Congealing Stage.

Law King Huijue was at the Apotheosis Stage and was able to see through most of Vajra's intentions. There were plenty of moments when he knew what Vajra was going to do yet was unable to guard against the attack! If Law King Huijue wasn't at a higher cultivation stage, he would have been utterly defeated.

The Shu Prefecture Governor was baffled, while Azure Dragon 5 was clicking his tongue in amazement.

"There is a saying, 'it is easier in understanding but difficult when put into practice'."

Chen Luoyang's voice felt as though it was from the celestial realm; it sounded faintly discernible and apathetic.

Azure Dragon 5 suddenly understood. "Huijue is at the Apotheosis Stage and knows what Sir Vajra is going to do, but it isn't possible to solve his personal flaws. Therefore, he doesn't have the ability to stop Sir Vajra."

Chen Luoyang let out a faint laugh.

The hearts of the Great Xia Empire's members were all emitting cold air. That young man with the black sparkling eyes was profound and enigmatic. It was just like a demon god had inflicted despair on them.

Even the Shu Prefecture Governor started panicking.

Right at this moment, in the remote battlefield, Law King Huijue suddenly yelled with agitation. He had suddenly changed his moves, and it wasn't to a martial art that was inherited from the Great Vajra Temple's lineage. When the martial dao intent was congealed on the vajra statue, there was a dragon that was produced!

The dragon coiled around the vajra statue, making it totally different from before.

The Shu Prefecture Governor was shocked when he saw the move. He recognized that it was an imperial martial art of the Great Xia Empire. It was the signature move from the Nine Dragon Imperial Fist!

When the Great Vajra Temple was extinguished, Law King Huijue joined the Great Xia Empire, and in return, he served the Great Xia Empire. At the same time, he was rewarded too.

Part of the reward contained this move of the Nine Dragon Imperial Fist!

As the Great Vajra Temple's absolute martial arts were restrained by Vajra, Law King Huijue changed his move decisively. He executed this trump card that he had cultivated in secrecy! Apart from the Great Xia Empire's imperial clan, no one else knew of this.

He was confident that he could defeat his opponent in a single move if he was to execute it suddenly!

When the Shu Prefecture Governor saw the situation, he was first shocked before he felt ecstatic. He believed that Law King Huijue could turn the fight around. However, at the next moment, Law King Huijue and the Shu Prefecture Governor were both stupefied.

Vajra revealed an evil grin and wasn't surprised that Law King Huijue had this secret move that he was reserving as his trump card. Instead, he had executed an attack that contained his full strength! It felt like Vajra had been waiting for this particular move from Law King Huijue.

As compared to the Great Vajra Temple techniques that were cultivated diligently for his entire life, Law King Huijue's newly cultivated fist art had a greater flaw. Its advantage was in surprise attacks and catching the opponent off guard.

Right now, not only did it not have the effect of a surprise attack, Vajra was even able to grasp the flaw.

Splitting the dragon in a single saber slash!

The saber slash had struck hard on Law King Huijue! It was a pity that Law King Huijue was too smart for his own good and suffered severe injury!

If Law King Huijue didn't use the Great Xia Empire's Nine Dragon Imperial Fist, he might have been able to survive for a little longer… Right now, he had suffered a grave injury due to Vajra.

Vajra didn't spare his opponent after obtaining the upper hand and continued a frenzied assault.

Law King Huijue, the last living expert from the Great Vajra Temple, had been hacked to death by Vajra who had joined the Demon Cult!

Members of the Great Xia Empire were all dumbfounded.

Vajra then carried Law King Huijue's head and returned to the manor before he knelt on one knee while facing the bamboo structure. "It is all because of Cult Master's pointers that Vajra didn't humiliate himself. I have beheaded this monk who disturbed the great Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang sat quietly in the chair while knocking on the armrest of the chair with his finger every now and then. He then looked at Vajra and said, "Those who obey shall flourish…"

Chen Luoyang then looked at Huijue's wide-open eyes as he had died with remaining grievance. "Those who oppose shall die."

Finally, he swept a glance at the members of the Great Xia Empire.

"Anyone who has an objection, speak."

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When Chen Luoyang made his statement, Vajra stood up and turned to look at the members of the Great Xia Empire while grinning.

The grin didn't look evil, but it made them feel as though their blood was running cold.

He conveniently tossed Law King Huijue's head to the ground and allowed it to roll in front of the Great Xia Empire's members.

In response, one of them had knees that went soft. His knees couldn't support his body anymore, and he immediately knelt down while facing Chen Luoyang.

When hearing this, Shu Prefecture Governor turned to look at the person. That person lowered his head and said to the Prefecture Governor, "My lord, the arm cannot surpass the thigh…"

Shu Prefecture Governor looked at the ground while feeling agonized in his heart. He didn't even know that Law King Huijue had cultivated the imperial clan's absolute martial art, but the Demon Cult knew.

If Vajra wasn't prepared in advance and was waiting for Law King Huijue's move, the latter wouldn't have been defeated in such an utterly miserable manner. Even if Law King Huijue couldn't win, he would still have been able to escape.

No… that possibility didn't exist from the start!

Shu Prefecture Governor laughed bitterly.

Law King Huijue has a stubborn personality, and the Demon Cult is his life-or-death nemesis, while his opponent just happens to be the Great Vajra Temple's traitor. How is he going to swallow this grievance down? He is definitely going to risk everything to turn the tide. However, his final trump card was within the enemy's calculation. As a result, Law King Huijue delivered himself onto the path of death. This Demon Cult Master has predicted everything…

The Shu Prefecture Governor looked at the surroundings.

Apart from Chen Luoyang who remained seated in the bamboo structure, Azure Dragon 5, Dragon Claw 11, and the rest of the Demon Cult members had surrounded them from all directions.

Right now, the Great Xia Empire's side still had more people, but after Vajra tossed Law King Huijue's head over, most of them had already lost their fighting spirit.

Many of the people had hopeful expressions, while there were some that had pleading expressions as they looked at the Shu Prefecture Governor.

The Shu Prefecture Governor took a deep breath and said, "If we surrender here, we might be able to keep our lives. But have you thought about the factions and relatives behind you?"

The members of the Great Xia Empire were all startled in unison.

On the bamboo structure, Chen Luoyang spoke indifferently.

"Ba-Shu

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will fall into This Seat's hands sooner or later, and it will belong to the members of my Divine Cult. By then, the Divine Cult will be very thorough and decisive. Those who have crimes will be punished, while those who have merits will be rewarded. Right now, it is up to yourselves."

After Chen Luoyang finished his statement, Azure Dragon 5 looked at the Shu Prefecture Governor and smiled. "The Shu Prefecture is destined to be governed by our Divine Cult. If we have the help of the Prefecture Governor, I can imagine that day arriving sooner. Lord Chu, this humble Ding has long looked forward to meeting you. I always wished to have the chance to serve our Divine Cult together."

Vajra chuckled and said, "If the Prefecture Governor and all of his subordinates are to perish overnight, it will also allow our cult to engulf the Shu Prefecture at a faster pace."

All the Great Xia Empire's members here were basically born in Ba-Shu. Everyone was now looking at the Shu Prefecture Governor.

The Shu Prefecture Governor's face was switching between red and white for a long time, before he lowered his head helplessly. He knelt down on one knee towards Chen Luoyang.

Everyone else from the Great Xia Empire also knelt down in a uniform manner.

Chen Luoyang sat in the chair and said indifferently. "Not bad."

He pointed at the Shu Prefecture Governor while saying to Vajra, Azure Dragon 5, and Dragon Claw 11, "I shall leave the rest of the matters to you. Incorporate the people outside the manor along with him."

"Subsequently, pass down This Seat's order to gather people and start the preparations to conquer the Shu Prefecture. This Seat wants to see this place connected as one with my cult's sacred domain."

"We shall comply with Cult Master's orders!" Azure Dragon 5 and the other Demon Cult members had kowtowed in unison.

Chen Luoyang nodded before he stood up. He got off the bamboo structure and left in a swift manner.

Vajra served as his personal aide and followed behind closely.

Azure Dragon 5, Dragon Claw 11, and the others were monitoring the members of the Great Xia Empire before dealing with the aftermath of this incident.

Chen Luoyang returned to his residence in an undisturbed manner.

Previously, his heart had been in his mouth, and it was now finally back down again. That intuition of danger that he felt earlier had gradually vanished.

It was only now that Chen Luoyang believed that he hadn't been scaring himself earlier. There were other experts hidden outside. However, Law King Huijue had been defeated in an excessively straightforward manner, and there wasn't a chance to find out about Chen Luoyang, the Demon Cult Master's limits. As such, the others didn't dare to act recklessly and had retreated temporarily.

After all, not everyone was like Huijue, who set his heart on a fight to the death.

"Cult Master, Elder Fu and the two others aren't back yet. I will continue to stay by your side so that you can have someone to serve you whenever you need." Vajra followed at the side and said in a flattering tone, "The Azure Dragon Hall has plenty of experts and will surely be able to take down Shu Prefecture."

Chen Luoyang took an indifferent glance at Vajra and said, "Don't try your little ideas in front of This Seat."

Vajra was startled and hesitated to speak.

"You would give up on the chance to gain merits and follow by This Seat's side? Do you wish for This Seat to deal with you like how I dealt with Huijue?" Chen Luoyang asked nonchalantly.

Vajra replied honestly, "Cult Master is brilliant. My little ideas are just a joke in front of you. I hope that Cult Master will be magnanimous and will not be calculative with me. I will never dare to do the same again."

Earlier on, he was able to defeat Law King Huijue who was superior in cultivation, all because Chen Luoyang had pointed out the flaws in Law King Huijue's martial arts.

It started from the most proficient Vajra Karma Severance Saber, to Wise Benevolent Origin Fist, and all the way down. Even the rather fundamental Karmic Law Saber also had plenty of flaws listed out.

Since Law King Huijue couldn't possibly correct these flaws in such a short period of time, those flaws became fatal opportunities for Vajra in battle. If Law King Huijue had been able to concentrate and correct those flaws during his everyday cultivation, then he would have naturally received plenty of benefits for his cultivation. Vajra was a martial king; therefore, it was impossible for him not to notice this point.

"You have earned yourself some merits today. With contribution, comes reward," Chen Luoyang said unhurriedly. "But you have to know that you shouldn't bite off more than you can chew. Your reward has already been bestowed to you."

Vajra was startled in response as he looked rather pensive.

"The Great Vajra Temple has perished because of This Seat, but there are quite a fair bit of redeeming qualities from its inheritance. However, the precondition is to cultivate the martial arts to the utmost extent," Chen Luoyang said indifferently. "Huijue was still far from perfect. You should avoid repeating his disastrous ending, and that should be enough for you to ponder for some time."

"I was so pleased that I lost my sense of measure. Many thanks for Cult Master's reminder." Vajra was sincerely convinced. "I shall obey the Cult Master's teachings."

"Go and ask for This Seat, where is Ying Qingqing now?" Chen Luoyang instructed.

Vajra responded respectfully, "Yes, Cult Master. This subordinate will contact Elder Fu immediately."

When Vajra left, the room was now, once again, left with Chen Luoyang by himself.

Chen Luoyang let out a long breath.

God damn it… that was excessively exciting.

He used his hand to fan his face.

The tense strings in his heart had finally loosened a little.

Chen Luoyang had a rather complicated expression right now. Just earlier, he finally found out how he would be able to increase the amount of blood-red serum inside the mysterious black pot.

He had used it consecutively, and it kept on declining without a method to increase it. Previously when he obtained Law King Huijue's information, the blood-red serum was already close to depletion. However, the moment Law King Huijue perished, the blood-red serum within the black pot had actually increased a little.

Previously when the weaker martial artists were exchanging moves, and when someone was injured, the black pot didn't have any reaction. This thing seemed to be using the vitality from the people in the vicinity as the source of the serum. When someone died, their life would transform into death, and that gave rise to the blood-red serum.

It didn't just drink human blood, it also drank human vitality.

Chen Luoyang sighed.

It is truly evil. Does any type of vitality work? Or does it only work with martial dao practitioners? Or must their cultivation be of a certain stage in order for it to work?

Chen Luoyang shook his head and temporarily didn't wish to think about those things.

He communicated with the black pot in his mind and asked questions about Ying Qingqing. However, the black pot's response was still stating that there wasn't enough serum.

To hell with it. Law King Huijue is stronger than her and didn't need that much serum, but it is actually insufficient when asking about her?

Chen Luoyang let out a bitter smile.

A moment later, he reorganized his thoughts.

It isn't going to be easy to find out if Ying Qingqing revealed my whereabouts in Amrita Manor. How did Law King Huijue and the others know of the information then?

Chen Luoyang frowned.

My subordinates of the Demon Cult have taken a lot of trouble to plot schemes that allow them to penetrate and scout the enemy's territory. They used assassinations, impersonations, and bribery to weave a giant net over the Divine Province. Conversely, the Demon Cult might have spies from the other factions too. Putting aside the other positions, could there be a spy among the people that serve me directly?

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Chapter 9

Chen Luoyang was mentally communicating with the mysterious black pot.

Are there any disloyal servants by my side?

The black pot didn't respond.

It seems like I cannot ask in a general manner. I need to focus on a specific individual…

Chen Luoyang thought in his mind.

Like the 5th Azure Dragon Constellation Ding Chen or Vajra.

Chen Luoyang looked at the limited amount of blood-red serum before finally deciding to use Azure Dragon 5 as an experiment.

As soon as he thought of it, the blood-red serum within the black pot reduced by a little.

Blood-red mist rose up from the pot and quickly formed a huge article of words.

[Ding Chen.]

[37 years old, Seat Illumination Stage.]

[Cultivated martial arts: Ancient Wind Word Classics, Illusion Demon Body Technique, Long Rainbow Divine Palm, Star Shatter Saber…]

Chen Luoyang was mainly paying attention to Azure Dragon 5's personal life experiences. There were details that couldn't be shown, but all of the crucial points from birth to now were basically present. Just from the resume, many things could be concluded.

In summary, Azure Dragon 5's loyalty shouldn't be a problem.

But…

This fellow is rather incredible…

Chen Luoyang cursed in his heart.

According to the information provided by the black pot, during his early years, he had executed plenty of groom substitutions. He made use of his superior art of disguise to impersonate grooms and enter the bridal rooms with the brides…

Chen Luoyang's face was twitching, and he was speechless for a moment.

He sighed and calmed down.

The required serum for Azure Dragon 5's information was far less than for Law King Huijue.

Ying Qingqing's background seems to be even more complicated…

Chen Luoyang muttered in his heart.

If I look at it from another angle, if I have sufficient blood-red serum, wouldn't it mean that no one could hide any secrets from me?

Like… the Sword Pavilion Lord?

I shall put the Other Tribe Chieftain aside. I am in urgent need of the Sword Pavilion Lord's Clear Sky Divine Sword to recuperate. However, the information that I would obtain from the black pot is most likely the flaws of his sword dao and not the entire set of information.

Furthermore, to obtain information from this level of an enemy, I will probably need even more blood-red serum. At least the same amount as myself, the Demon Cult Master.

Seeing that there wasn't enough serum, Chen Luoyang was in utter silence. If he was to give an analysis, the battle with the Sword Pavilion Lord was ultimately too rash.

According to the information from the jade scrolls, it was true that the Saber Sovereign was currently in seclusion. As such, the Demon Cult Master could rest assured and resolve himself to battle with the Sword Sovereign.

It was needless to say if he would be able to win or not. If he was defeated or it resulted in a draw like this, he was going to make use of the black pot as a solution. It should have been the case…

Chen Luoyang sighed in his heart while enduring the impulse to roll his eyes.

Now that I have taken over, the situation is already like this. Both the inside and outside of the cult have been lit on fire. However, there isn't enough water to extinguish the fires. The root of the problem is that I am still recovering.

It was why Chen Luoyang had to put on such a strong presence in front of the outsiders. It was to deter both the enemies that were inside and outside of the cult. However, he couldn't continue bluffing. He required the confidence to show his prowess. He had to find a way to recuperate while familiarizing himself with the power of this body.

If this supercar was completely repaired and Chen Luoyang, the rookie driver didn't know how to drive it, it would become a joke.

Chen Luoyang took out the token from his body. When he was fiddling with the jade scrolls yesterday night, he had found out information about this token. This was a token that only he, the Cult Master, could activate. It contained the Demon Cult's highest level of absolute martial arts. Since the inheritance from ancient times, the Demon Cult's collection of martial arts had reached up to a hundred.

Among them were 36 hidden, absolute martial arts. Any one of them would cause a commotion in the martial world, and they were superior to even the defining martial arts of A-class factions that had been passed down for generations.

Above the 36 hidden martial arts, the Demon Cult had six unrivaled martial arts.

And…

The cult-defining divine technique that is above the six unrivaled martial arts which only I, the Cult Master, can cultivate — the Heaven Demon Blood technique…

Chen Luoyang used his fingers to rub the token in his palm.

The 36 hidden martial arts weren't inside this token. Instead, inside here were the six superior unrivaled martial arts, and the cult-defining divine technique, Heaven Demon Blood.

The information pertaining to the Heaven Demon Blood was rather scarce as this divine technique was only imparted to a single person and had an innate restriction for cultivation.

In the underground palace located at the Southern Desolate Demon Domain's Demon Cult Shrine, there was the Heaven Demon Blood Tree which was one of the Demon Cult's three major cardinal artifacts.

It would only bear fruit every 49 years, and each time, it would only produce one fruit.

Only the person who consumed the Heaven Demon Blood Tree's fruit would be able to cultivate the Heaven Demon Blood technique; otherwise, it would just be a waste of effort.

Those who consumed the Heaven Demon Blood Tree's fruit and cultivated Heaven Demon Blood would naturally understand the reasoning of the technique. As such, the record of the divine technique on paper didn't have much content.

Most of the content was about the Great Heaven Demon Hand, which was the most suitable martial art to utilize the power of Heaven Demon Blood.

Chen Luoyang cultivated according to the method, gradually fumbling around. He might not have inherited the previous owner's memories, but his martial dao had already formed a certain kind of mystical instinct with this body. For most of the things that he cultivated, he was quickly getting proficient. It was as if all the foundations were already prepared in advance.

As Chen Luoyang cultivated, he slowly felt something. When immersed in the ocean of martial dao, he felt that it was a pleasure and filled with endless profound wonders, instead of boredom, for him.

After cultivating for a certain period of time, Chen Luoyang slowly stopped the cultivation and revealed a satisfied smile. However, when he looked at the mirror, he was suddenly stunned, and his smile vanished.

He realized that the radiance in his eyes was no longer pure black; they had turned dark gold.

Those who successfully cultivated Heaven Demon Blood would have eyes that emitted the Radiance of Black Mystic, and they should be black. This had, in turn, become the special trait of each generation's Demon Cult Master. It was something that no one could imitate.

Why should I suddenly change?

Chen Luoyang was astonished.

All of a sudden, his eyes that were emitting a faint radiance had reverted from dark gold, back to black. He was startled again.

Was it because of my cultivation earlier? Did I do it wrongly? It couldn't be the rumored cultivation deviation right?

Chen Luoyang felt uneasy as he quickly and carefully checked the records.

As a result, be it the general information like or the Demon Cult's own records, there was never a mention of someone cultivating the Heaven Demon Blood who had eyes that turned from black to dark gold.

Did I really deviate during cultivation?

Chen Luoyang pondered while his mind brought back his personal information provided by the mysterious black pot.

The information revealed his martial art proficiencies, especially the flaws. Earlier, when he finished his cultivation, he had wanted to come over and analyze the information. Now that he had deviated in the cultivation, there should be some pointers, right?

While thinking this, Chen Luoyang read his information, and when he saw the first line in the column on martial arts, he was startled again.

[Chen Luoyang.]

[Cultivated martial arts: Divine Demon Blood, Divine Martial Demon Fist, Limitless Manifestation Divine Technique, Absolution Demon Palm, Great Sun Monarch Art, Extreme Yin True Sutra.]

The last four didn't have any problem, and they are still the same as the first time I saw them. But what is going on with the first two? The first time I saw them, they were Heaven Demon Blood and Great Heaven Demon Hand. Why did they change?

I cultivated according to the method provided for the Heaven Demon Blood and Great Heaven Demon Hand…

Chen Luoyang's heart was pulsing as he felt bewildered.

He calmed down and pondered.

There wasn't any problem with the previous time, but it changed this time. The only change in between was what I cultivated earlier. What is the difference between this cultivation and the cultivations that the previous Demon Cult Master did? Is it because of me? Or is it…

Chen Luoyang's heart was slightly stirred.

There was only one point of difference, and that was the assembly of the mysterious black pot's body and lid. Subsequently, it was the integration of his soul.

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Chapter 10

As Chen Luoyang pondered, he focused his concentration on the Divine Demon Blood's illustration. The illustration expanded, and there were more words of explanation.

[Divine Demon Blood, Initial Level.]

[This cultivation has emphasis on one's ominous nature and evil tendencies. It is biased…]

Chen Luoyang was rather pensive after reading it.

He exited from the Divine Demon Blood's illustration and looked at the Divine Martial Demon Fist's illustration.

[Divine Martial Demon Fist, Initial Level.]

[Only the first form 'Chiyou'

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has reached the sub-completion level. The nine forces have yet to reach a fusion state…]

Chen Luoyang's eyes lit up after reading to this point.

The Great Heaven Demon Hand had a total of nine moves. Could the so-called first form, 'Chiyou' be derived, broken up, and transformed into nine moves of absolute martial arts? Looking from this angle, the power of the new Divine Martial Demon Fist seemed to be far superior to the Great Heaven Demon Hand.

Chen Luoyang recalled the first time he read his information. Back then, the Heaven Demon Blood and the Great Heaven Demon Hand were both evaluated as being on completion level, but yet to reach perfection level.

Right now, the Divine Demon Blood and Divine Martial Demon Fist had been directly evaluated as being at the initial level. This had also proven his earlier conjecture. The problem now was how to continue the next steps in cultivation. If he continued to cultivate using the methods of the Heaven Demon Blood and Great Heaven Demon Hand, could he continue to improve?

Chen Luoyang thought about the descriptions of the Demon Cult on and also the cult rules that Dragon Claw 11 had recited previously on his order.

The Demon Cult that dictated the Southern Desolate Demon Domain had the official name of "Ancient Divine Cult".

It was said that the different factions didn't originally exist in the Grand Divine Province; instead, they had come from the outside world. There were formidable beings that ventured across to this world and settled down in this place.

The cult-defining, supreme, and divine technique was named Heaven Demon Blood, but the Ancient Divine Cult didn't offer tributes to any Heaven Demon or other demons. Instead, they worshiped all sorts of ancient divine spirits — especially the legendary creators of the world and the ancestors of humans, Pangu

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, Fuxi

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, and Nüwa

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as their three great deities.

The rest were Huangtian

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, Houtu

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, Xuanming

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, Zhurong

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, Gonggong

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, and others.

Chiyou was one of those divine spirits.

The people now had the habit of addressing them as ancient gods and demons. The "gods and demons" didn't contain any negative notions or reverence. It didn't separate good and evil; they were neutral terms, and they were collectively named as ancient powerful living beings.

Chen Luoyang pondered in a delicate manner,

Divine Demon Blood and Divine Martial Demon Fist. The intent and rationality of the martial arts are obviously very fitting for the Ancient Divine Cult's creed and are of common origins. However, the Heaven Demon Blood and the Great Heaven Demon Hand are like the incomplete versions that were derived from the former martial arts.

My current transformations are more like a return to the origin, and reverting back to the original and complete version of the divine technique. The reason for all these happenings is that mysterious black pot. My future cultivation method is probably going to come from it.

Chen Luoyang attempted something new. While he was mentally communicating with the black pot, he cultivated the Heaven Demon Blood.

As expected, the radiance that his eyes emitted had turned from black to dark gold. At the same moment, the surface of the black pot actually appeared with dark gold runes!

When Chen Luoyang read the runes, he could comprehend it in his heart.

Divine Demon Blood! Divine Martial Demon Fist!

Chen Luoyang let out a sigh of relief before he felt delighted.

The previous generations of Demon Cult Masters used the Heaven Demon Blood and Great Heaven Demon Hand to dominate the Grand Divine Province. Now that I have the stronger Divine Demon Blood and Divine Martial Demon Fist, I have a great advantage. It is a great thing after all. However, this joy contains worries too.

Heaven Demon Blood has been completely swapped with Divine Demon Blood. During normal times, my eyes might still emit a black radiance, but once I circulate this technique or fight with someone, my eyes will automatically turn dark gold. In the eyes of others, they would immediately notice the difference. It would be hard to prevent someone from feeling suspicious.

It would be fine if I am unrivaled in the world. No one would dare to argue unnecessarily. However, my severe injuries have yet to recover, and if I need to fight with someone, I will need to be careful.

Remote waters wouldn't be able to quench my current thirst. I have to find a method to recover some combat strength as quickly as possible…

Chen Luoyang mulled over this.

He then skimmed through his information again. Apart from the Divine Demon Blood and Divine Martial Demon Fist, there were also the four other absolute martial arts.

After referring to the Cult Master's token — the Limitless Manifestation Divine Technique, Great Sun Monarch Art, Extreme Yin True Sutra, and Absolution Demon Palm, along with the Day of Change Technique and Ancient Eight Word Classics — these would form the Demon Cult's six unrivaled absolute martial arts that were only inferior to the cult-defining divine technique.

The Ancient Eight Word Classics was the Demon Cult's martial art foundation. It was separated into eight chapters: Heaven, Earth, Wind, Thunder, Water, Fire, Mountain, and Lake.

After cultivating any one of the chapters, it would allow half the effort to cultivate other Demon Cult martial arts that had corresponding attributes; furthermore, it would form a deep and firm foundation.

The Demon Cult martial arts were famed for their cultivation speed and for producing excellent youth experts. This Ancient Eight Word Classics was one of the main contributing factors.

Take Azure Dragon 5 Ding Chen for example, he cultivated the Ancient Wind Word Classics which was one of the eight chapters. With the Ancient Wind Word Classics as his foundation, he then cultivated one of the Demon Cult's 36 hidden martial arts, Illusion Demon Body Technique, and was quickly proficient in it.

The original Cult Master had never cultivated the Ancient Eight Word Classics because he had the superior Heaven Demon Blood.

Apart from that, among the six unrivaled martial arts, he had never skimmed through the Day of Change Technique. It was an elite martial art that borrowed force to attack. When cultivated to a certain level, the practitioner didn't have to use strength and could automatically form a field around the vicinity. Any attack force from enemies would be automatically redirected back to them.

Chen Luoyang's eyes lit up.

This is most suitable for me right now. But why didn't the original Cult Master cultivate it?

At once, Chen Luoyang studied this unrivaled martial art in a serious manner. Just as he was pondering, his jade pendant rang three times. Chen Luoyang frowned and gently knocked on the jade pendant three times too.

Soon enough, Azure Dragon 5 entered his room. "Reporting to Cult Master. The enemies that attacked our manor have all been subdued and incorporated into our forces. They will listen to your commands at all times."

Azure Dragon 5 continued speaking while kneeling down, "Chu Xincheng is still rather obedient and has been cooperating with this subordinate. He has also handed over some information, but they still have to be verified."

Chu Xincheng was the Shu Prefecture Governor that had just surrendered to the Demon Cult.

Azure Dragon 5 continued his report. "According to Chu Xincheng's statements, he didn't know that the Cult Master was at the Amrita Manor and was just obeying orders. The Great Xia Empire didn't just send one martial king, Huijue, to the Shu Prefecture!"

Chen Luoyang nodded slightly. His earlier intuition of danger was correct.

"Extract all the information that he knows." Chen Luoyang instructed in an indifferent manner, "It will be much more convenient for my cult to invade the Shu Prefecture with this experienced, old horse. But you have to monitor him closely and don't let him trick us into a trap in return."

Azure Dragon 5 kowtowed and said, "Yes, Cult Master. This subordinate shall comply with your teachings!"

After a short pause, Azure Dragon 5 said softly, "Cult Master, there is another thing. The ones that were initially pursued by our cult members, that person who came to seek help from Dragon Claw 11, he seems to be related to the Sword Pavilion."

Chen Luoyang responded nonchalantly, "Speak."

Azure Dragon 5 immediately replied, "Reporting to Cult Master. At the west of Cloud Martial County, which is under our control, there is a mountain called Phoenix Mountain. On that mountain, there is a faction called the Flying Phoenix Sect. The sect master's only son, Yang Xiaofeng, had injured our cult members. As such, our members charged into their sect and exterminated the Flying Phoenix Sect. Yang Xiaofeng and a few others were fortunate enough to escape, and they were pursued by our cult members all the way to the Amrita Manor.

"Dragon Claw 11 had deceived him and found out that Yang Xiaofeng is related to the Sword Pavilion. They were hoping that Dragon Claw 11 could escort them to the Sword Pavilion and seek their aid to fight our cult."

The so-called martial world young hero…

Chen Luoyang sobbed a little in his heart.

I didn't become a martial world young hero. Instead, I became a villainous demon king.

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Chapter 11

"Apart from that Yang Xiaofeng, who else is with him?" Chen Luoyang asked.

Azure Dragon 5 replied respectfully, "Most of them are native martial artists from Shu Prefecture's Cloud Martial County. But there is a disciple from the Great Unity Taoism Sect."

"Great Unity Taoism Sect?" Chen Luoyang turned and asked Azure Dragon 5.

Azure Dragon 5 nodded solemnly and said, "Reporting to Cult Master, that young taoist priest is a direct-line disciple."

Chen Luoyang nodded slightly.

According to and the information gathered from within the Demon Cult, the Great Unity Taoism Sect was a leading figure of the Central Divine Province. Using the classification of the Azure Dragon Hall, the Great Unity Taoism Sect was an A-class faction.

The so-called A-class faction would at least have a martial king, who was also a grandmaster, as a leader. Those experts from the 10th stage to the 12th stage were addressed as martial kings. The number of experts in each faction would be different; that's why even among the A-class factions, there was a difference of strength.

As the leading faction of the Central Divine Province, the Great Unity Taoism Sect was definitely a top-notch A-class faction that perched high in the Er Prefecture.

The Great Xia Empire might be ruling the province, but the place had nations within the nation.

The taoism sect and the empire had their own differences and conflicts; however, when facing the Demon Cult, they wouldn't hesitate to work together.

The previous Great Unity Taoism Sect Master had died under the hands of the previous Demon Cult Master. The Great Unity Taoism Sect had always been at the front line of the Central Divine Province to repel the Demon Cult.

"Is the Great Unity Taoism Sect going to poach disciples from the Sword Pavilion?" Chen Luoyang asked casually.

"Reporting to Cult Master, with the current information that we possess, it should be a friendship between two youths and is unrelated to the Great Unity Taoism Sect." Azure Dragon 5 said while handing over a book. "Cult Master, please look over this."

Chen Luoyang took the book and flipped through it.

Azure Dragon 5's efficiency was rather good. There was a large group of people involved in the incident at the Amrita Manor. It started from the Shu Prefecture Governor, Chu Xincheng, all the way to Yang Xiaofeng's group that first visited. Azure Dragon 5 had already prepared an entire set of information within such a short amount of time.

Chen Luoyang flipped through the scroll while asking, "Where are they now?"

Azure Dragon 5 replied, "They have been seized. But they are rather stubborn and aren't willing to serve our cult. Because Yang Xiaofeng is related to the Sword Pavilion, this subordinate doesn't dare to make a decision and comes to seek Cult Master's brilliant judgment."

Of course they aren't willing…

Chen Luoyang said in his heart.

Their families had all been exterminated by the Demon Cult members, and they had been pursued all this way. After painstakingly escaping to the renowned Amrita Manor, they assumed the honorable and righteous senior would save them and help them serve justice. In the end, they were actually lambs that entered the tiger's den and walked right into a trap.

They have been deceived so badly and thoroughly. Who would be able to swallow down this grievance? Furthermore, they are young and full of vigor.

Chen Luoyang sighed in his heart.

Young and handsome; elegant clothes and vigorous horses; genuine and true friends; wielding their weapons while traveling the world.

In normal situations, youths from the C-class and D-class factions would mostly be at the 1st stage to the 3rd stage of cultivation, which made them the posterior martial artists. Occasionally, there would be outstanding prodigies that would break through to the Connate Stage at a young age.

Young prodigies like Yang Xiaofeng. He was born in the C-class faction, Flying Phoenix Sect, and was already at the 4th Connate Stage at his young age.

It didn't matter if it was due to his astounding innate talent, fateful encounters, or personal achievements; it was very hard to come by. Such a rare talent would inadvertently become famous and would be recruited by larger factions.

For the younger generations of the B- and A-class factions, the outstanding talents would have the cultivation of a connate martial expert and were at the 4th stage to the 6th stage. An example would be the Great Unity Taoism Sect's young taoist priest who was at the 5th Soul Conduit Stage.

With the same cases of having fated encounters, the A-class factions might produce a young martial master who was at the 6th stage. The main group of people that were so-called traveling through the martial world were these people.

Chen Luoyang rolled his eyes inwardly. He felt that all of the so-called martial world's young heroes, wielding their swords in adventures or anything similar, seemed to be unrelated to him anymore.

From now on, I shall continue down the path as a demon king then…

Chen Luoyang put his feelings into order and had an indifferent face as he said to Azure Dragon 5, "Pry open their mouths and extract all useful information. Let them keep their lives and don't kill them for now."

Azure Dragon 5 responded, "Yes, Cult Master."

Immediately after, he sought advice from Chen Luoyang again. "Reporting to Cult Master, there is another problem with the Huayan

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Temple that needs your brilliant advice."

Huayan Temple?

Chen Luoyang nodded to himself.

They were also an A-class faction and were one of the three Buddhist factions in the Central Divine Province. They were located in the Shu Prefecture's Golden Summit and were also known as the Shu Prefecture's tyrant tiger. However, this tiger was a little sullen and wasn't doing better than the Great Xia Empire's Shu Prefecture Governor. To the south, they had to face the pressure from the Demon Cult. To the north, there was the Central Divine Province's top sacred faction, the Sword Pavilion. As such, the Huayan Temple had never been able to grow stronger. However, they were still an A-class faction.

They were now standing in front of the Demon Cult's march up north into the Shu Prefecture and serving as a qualified stumbling block. While being mutually interdependent, the various central factions wouldn't wish to see the Demon Domain expanding further. Therefore, when the Demon Cult attacked the Huayan Temple, most of the other factions would come over and provide assistance.

In the Shu Prefecture, the Huayan Temple had become the fort at the end of the bridge and also the defensive fulcrum to contest with the Demon Cult.

"What is the situation with the other places in the Shu Prefecture?" Chen Luoyang asked in a calm manner.

Azure Dragon 5 replied, "Reporting to Cult Master, the Shu Prefecture now has a total of seven B-class factions, thirty-two C-class factions, and over four hundred unrated D-class factions. If the cult is to act, we can quickly sweep the entire Shu Prefecture. The only concern, according to Chu Xincheng, is that there is more than one martial king that has recently entered the Shu Prefecture. Apart from the Sword Pavilion that is in the northern Ba Prefecture, there is also the Golden Summit's Huayan Temple that isn't too far from us."

"Then we shall eliminate the Huayan Temple first." Chen Luoyang used a nonchalantly and apathetic tone when stating it.

To him, both the internal and external circumstances were in a mess. On the inside, the elder faction was getting restless. On the outside, the orthodox people had the intention to subdue the Demon Cult.

He required more time, and at this kind of moment, he should not cower. The best would be for him to kill a chicken to scare the monkey

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, deterring both the enemies on the inside and the outside. It wouldn't allow them to guess Chen Luoyang's true limits; as a result, they wouldn't dare to act recklessly.

The target to display his prowess had to be picked carefully. The target must not be too strong or too weak. If they were too strong and Chen Luoyang couldn't defeat them, he would be exposing himself, and everything would be done for. If they were too weak, it wouldn't effectively serve as a display of prowess.

The Huayan Temple wasn't a bad target. It was an A-class faction but was one of the weaker factions among the A-class factions. When Chen Luoyang researched for the entire night previously, he had targeted them.

The subduing of the Great Xia Empire's Shu Prefecture Governor was an unexpected bonus. It made it a great time for them to announce their plans to annex the Shu Prefecture.

"To seize the bandits, first seize the leader." Huayan Temple, the prefecture's tyrant would serve as the main target. With the power of the Demon Cult, if they really wanted to make a move, the Huayan Temple wouldn't be able to resist. The only concern was having outside reinforcements.

"Cult Master, what about the allocation of men?" Azure Dragon 5 asked cautiously.

Chen Luoyang laughed bitterly in his heart. He only had a portion of information and resources; he was still incapable of the allocation of forces. If he wasn't thorough in his considerations and made a mistake, wouldn't he be making a fool out of himself?

However, he put on an expression as though he had already made a decision and planned it a long time ago. He just said a few words in an indifferent tone, "All those nearby."

Azure Dragon 5 immediately bowed in response and said, "I shall comply with Cult Master's orders."

Azure Dragon 5 then exited the room.

When the room was only left with Chen Luoyang again, he let out a breath of relief.

He had a rather strange expression when he was looking at his eyes that were sparkling with black radiance.

This devious and villainous demon king scenario isn't going to become upright.

Chen Luoyang was prompted by a sudden impulse.

Fated with the orthodox factions; family was destroyed because of the Demon Cult; captured by the evil hypocrite; and experienced all sorts of hardships. If he is able to overcome this situation and successfully join the Sword Pavilion and learn a divine technique, in the future, he will be exterminating the Demon Cult to take revenge and uphold justice. This Yang Xiaofeng's scenario is rather orthodox…

Chen Luoyang felt that he might be overthinking, but he was already rather interested. As such, he communicated with the black pot in his mind and requested Yang Xiaofeng's information.

The target's cultivation was low; therefore, the required blood-red serum was minute and insignificant.

Chen Luoyang then casually checked the information, and he was immediately stunned by the first sentence.

[Yang (Song) Xiaofeng, 16 years old…]

Can it be more stunning at the start?

Chen Luoyang blinked his eyes while the flames of gossip were instantly burning in his heart.

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Chapter 12

Yang (Song) Xiaofeng? Wow, this is exciting. Does it mean that this Young Hero Yang's real surname is Song?

Chen Luoyang quickly checked Yang Xiaofeng's life resume.

As expected, the first sentence was already extremely stunning.

[Biological father, Song Lun. Biological mother, Tong Zhen'er. When Tong Zhen'er was pregnant, she married Yang Xian, and the newborn son was named Yang Xiaofeng.]

Chen Luoyang was clicking his tongue as he read.

This next door, old Song is incredible.

Subsequently, Chen Luoyang suddenly felt that Song Lun's name was rather familiar. He thought carefully about the time he read the information on the jade scrolls. There was a brief mention of this name.

Five Color Hall Master, "Nine Lives Soaring Dragon" Song Lun.

The Five Color Hall was one of the A-class factions, and Song Lun was one of the remaining and active underworld heroes within the Great Xia Empire. The Five Color Hall had been occupying the water channels in Yu Prefecture's Mountain City. He was close to succeeding as king.

Hall Master "Nine Lives Soaring Dragon", Song Lun was once the No. 1 individual of the underworld in the southwestern part of the Central Divine Province. He was the master of Yu Prefecture's Seven Mountains and Twelve Ridges. At the same time, he was also the chief of the 36 water stockades on the upper reaches of the Great River.

The Five Color Hall of the Yu Prefecture was similar to the Great Unity Taoism Sect of the Er Prefecture and the Huayan Temple of the Shu Prefecture. They were all considered authoritative factions of their prefecture.

Everything was going smoothly for Song Lun. There were plenty of talented subordinates in the Five Color Hall, and they had remained standing for many years even when they were pincered between the Great Xia Empire and the Demon Cult.

However, there were too many people with the same family names and given names in this world. Was this Song Lun the same as the stated Song Lun?

Chen Luoyang read Yang Xiaofeng's life resume again and saw this line.

[When he was six years old, he obtained a Cloud Star Herb that was secretly gifted by his biological father, Song Lun. It aided him to alter his meridians and transform his marrows. It allowed him to put down a firm foundation for martial dao cultivation.]

Chen Luoyang nodded slightly. His earlier intuition of danger was correct. Chen Luoyang nodded silently. There were quite a fair number of 16-year-old connate martial experts in A-class factions. However, for the Flying Phoenix Sect to nurture such a talented figure, they could only rely on luck. It might really be due to Yang Xiaofeng's impressive personal talents and perception for him to have his current achievements, but it was definitely also contributed to by his biological father.

Cloud Star Herb?

Chen Luoyang stood up and walked to the bookshelf in the room. He took out and checked it carefully. According to the descriptions, the Cloud Star Herb was an extremely rare and expensive spirit herb. It was hard to find even a single stalk in the entire Grand Divine Province.

In order to find it, one would basically have to rely on luck. An ordinary person might be lucky enough to find it, but to use this spirit herb to alter the meridians and transform the marrow, it was necessary for a martial artist to be of at least the martial king level to do so, and it was a strict requirement.

Only the Song Lun from the Five Color Hall would fit such a requirement in this world.

This is truly interesting now…

Chen Luoyang thought in his heart.

According to the information from the Demon Cult, Song Lun's cultivated absolute martial art was exceptionally good. It might not affect a man's masculinity, but it prevented future offsprings. This wasn't a secret and was basically known throughout the province.

After calculating the timing, 16 years ago, his martial dao might not have been at the completion stage; therefore, there was a chance then for him to produce offspring. Song Lun finally found Tong Zhen'er and his son, but kept it a secret and pretended as though he didn't know.

Chen Luoyang guessed that this formidable figure of the martial world might not have wanted the outside world to know that he actually had an heir. Firstly, it would be safer for Tong Zhen'er and his son if it was kept a secret. Secondly, Song Lun wouldn't have to worry about not having an heir and could work hard without restraints.

The Five Color Hall stood at the top of the Yu Prefecture and had awe-inspiring authority. However, they were like a ship that sailed in treacherous violent winds and surging waves. If they weren't careful and capsized, they might never turn over again.

It was a pity that the world had plenty of unexpected situations. Yang Xiaofeng offended the Demon Cult and invited a disaster of extermination for the Flying Phoenix Sect. Young Hero Yang himself was also turned into a prisoner.

However, he didn't know about his own history, and it was uncertain if Song Lun had received the news of his son's capture or not.

Chen Luoyang's mouth revealed an odd smile.

This is truly a pleasant surprise, or could this be an opportunity? I just don't know if Hall Master Song has secretly sowed one seed or more. The Cloud Star Herb is extremely rare, and no matter how lucky Song Lun is, he couldn't have a lot more. If he is willing to invest it on Yang Xiaofeng, it means that he views Yang Xiaofeng with great importance.

Chen Luoyang checked on the amount of blood-red serum in the black pot, and there was only a limited amount.

There wasn't a need to use it on Song Lun for now. He gently knocked on the jade pendant and called for his subordinates. He instructed them to collect as much information about the other elite factions in the vicinity of the Shu Prefecture and also to pay attention to current events. This naturally included the Yu Prefecture that was connected with the Shu Prefecture.

The subordinates immediately acknowledged and were very efficient as they delivered the information that Chen Luoyang wanted in an extremely short period of time. Chen Luoyang read through the information unhurriedly and carefully.

For the next few days, Chen Luoyang had been cultivating and continued to read through all sorts of reports, books, and scrolls. There was something that had been on his mind.

His whereabouts at the Amrita Manor was known by outsiders. Who leaked it out?

The gray-clothed elder named Elder Fu had already sent back information. Ying Qingqing had headed north and went through the Shu Prefecture and was headed towards the northern Ba Prefecture's Sword Pavilion. There wasn't any anomaly.

Be it in experience in the martial world or in cultivation stage, Elder Fu was superior to the young girl. Logically speaking, Ying Qingqing shouldn't have been able to notice Elder Fu stalking her.

If it isn't her, then it must be someone within the Demon Cult…

Chen Luoyang had a pensive expression.

Right at this moment, his jade pendant rang. Chen Luoyang withdrew his thoughts and responded by knocking back on the jade pendant.

Soon enough, Vajra appeared in front of him and knelt down on one knee. "Reporting to Cult Master, that old man Shangguan Song came over."

Shangguan Song?

Chen Luoyang thought back for a moment. Inside that life resume, before Chen Luoyang ascended to the Cult Master's position, there was this description…

[Took over Protector Zhurong

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, Shangguan Song's responsibility as a protector, who was then promoted to the Elder Pavilion to take up the role as the Seventh Elder.]

It might be a promotion to the Elder Pavilion, but it was actually a public promotion but a hidden demotion.

The secret temple like the Amrita Manor was only one of the feelers that the Demon Cult used to extend into the Central Divine Province. In the spacious Southern Desolate Demon Domain, there were branches in all locations. They each stood guard over spacious lands and established the Demon Cult's local regime.

The branch protectors were all individuals who were governors of an entire region. The Elder Pavilion seemed like they had esteemed status, but the actual authority and benefits were lesser.

When Cult Master Chen took over, he vigorously promoted the young members. Shangguan Song, the Seventh Elder, was one of the elder faction's members whose interests had suffered. Since he traveled thousands of miles from the Demon Domain to the Shu Prefecture, it definitely wasn't going to be as simple as paying his respects.

Chen Luoyang immediately recalled the report that he received previously. The cult shrine was spreading information about him being severely injured, and the elder faction was getting restless. This Seventh Elder was here to investigate the truth.

"Let him in." Chen Luoyang pondered in his mind while his face had an indifferent expression.

Vajra responded, "Understood."

A short moment later, a refined-looking elder arrived. He bowed to Chen Luoyang and said, "Shangguan Song pays his respect to Cult Master."

"This Seat doesn't remember summoning you." Chen Luoyang was still flipping through the scrolls and didn't even turn to look at him.

Shangguan Song's face had flawless etiquette as he said respectfully, "Cult Master has stopped in Shu Prefecture for many days without returning to the sacred land. Members of the cult are very concerned about you and entrusted this old one to visit you."

"Is that so? So you people are being considerate, huh?" Chen Luoyang said indifferently. "Since you already visited, then you may return."

Shangguan Song said, "I heard that the Cult Master is preparing to attack the Shu Prefecture?"

There wasn't any anomaly from the physical appearance of Chen Luoyang. In order for Shangguan Song to find out if Chen Luoyang was injured, or if his injuries were severe, the attack on Shu Prefecture could expose some clues.

"This old one is untalented but wishes to contribute to our Divine Cult's great cause…"

Before Shangguan Song could finish, Chen Luoyang immediately said, "Alright, then you shall be the vanguard."

"…" The Demon Cult's Seventh Elder suffocated a little as he said, "Uh, this old one will naturally obey Cult Master's orders. But this old one has only visited alone…"

At this moment, Chen Luoyang's eyes finally shifted away from the scrolls. A pair of eyes that flashed with black radiance looked at Shangguan Song quietly. "Is there a problem?"

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Chapter 13

When facing those black radiant eyes, Shangguan Song lowered his head. When facing such a formidable individual, even if Chen Luoyang was injured, he didn't dare to face the Cult Master by himself.

"To be able to blaze a new trail for the Divine Cult is this old one's honor," Shangguan Song said in a light voice. "This old one is only worried that I am aged and incapable. I might delay the Divine Cult and Cult Master's great plans."

"That isn't something you should be worried about." Chen Luoyang turned back and continued reading while saying, "You just have to act according to orders."

"…Yes, I shall comply with Cult Master's orders." Shangguan Song took a deep breath. He used his peripheral vision and saw Vajra standing by the side while grinning and letting out a chuckle.

Shangguan Song wanted to cry but didn't have tears.

Chen Luoyang's face didn't have any waves of emotions, while his heart had relaxed. It seemed like his plans were already having some initial success.

Settling Law King Huijue and the Shu Prefecture Governor; giving the orders to muster troops to invade the Shu Prefecture; displaying an aggressive attitude for advancement. For all those people who had the intention to revolt, these actions that Chen Luoyang took didn't allow them to find out clearly about his injuries.

When Shangguan Song took the initiative to come over, it had actually exposed his guilty conscience. If Chen Luoyang was able to continue stalling until the day he fully recovered, it would be a whole different situation.

It wasn't easy, but Chen Luoyang had to try his best.

At this moment, Chen Luoyang's jade pendant rang three times. Chen Luoyang skillfully responded with three taps too.

Two individuals entered. One of them was a middle-aged man, Azure Dragon 5. The other was a pale-looking and slim youth.

"Azure Dragon Hall's Azure Dragon 3 pays his respect to Cult Master. Long live Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang nodded indifferently. Previously he had used the excuse of giving a test and tricked Azure Dragon 5 to speak of the Azure Dragon Hall's rough situation.

Azure Dragon 3 was one of the two individuals among the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations who was responsible for gathering and handling information.

Similar to Azure Dragon 5, he didn't excel in the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations because of his martial strength and had extremely heavy responsibilities. He was the Azure Dragon Hall and also the Demon Cult's eyes and ears.

He commanded a hierarchy of subordinates, and they were innumerable. There were scouts who had eyes and ears that could enter any place. During normal days, Azure Dragon 3 would be traveling around the world, and his whereabouts would be indeterminate.

As the Cult Master was going to conduct a punitive expedition in the Shu Prefecture, and because there was a great battle imminent, he had specially returned to receive orders from the Cult Master.

"Tell me then," Chen Luoyang said.

Azure Dragon 3 replied, "Reporting to Cult Master, there are indeed Great Xia Empire's martial kings that entered the Shu Prefecture. Currently, we have already verified a total of two. As for the nearby northern Ba Prefecture, there are already signs of experts from the Sword Pavilion that are going to head south. Their intention is to assist the Huayan Temple that resides in the center of the Shu Prefecture. A verification is to be conducted on their numbers and identities."

"At the eastern Yu Prefecture, the Five Color Hall also has activity. The Five Color Hall Master, Song Lun might personally enter the Shu Prefecture."

"The Er Prefecture's Great Unity Taoism Sect and Qin Prefecture's Zhao Clan also show signs of personnel mobilization. However, they have yet to depart. This subordinate will order my men to monitor them closely."

"Apart from them, the Qingliang

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Temple's Elder Mingjing just happened to visit the Huayan Temple as a guest. I believe that he will stay behind to offer the Huayan Temple assistance."

Chen Luoyang nodded in response.

Qingliang Temple and Huayan Temple were both part of the three Buddhist factions. They were located far away at the northern Jin Prefecture's Qingliang Mountain. They were both at the head of the three Buddhist factions, and they were located far away from the head of the Taoist factions, Great Unity Taoism Sect. One was in the north, and one was in the south.

The Qingliang Temple was superior to the Huayan Temple even though they were both A-class factions.

Chen Luoyang didn't know much about Elder Mingjing. But since Azure Dragon 3 gave a special mention, then he must be a formidable Buddhist martial king.

"Song Lun has always been benefiting from staying between our cult and the Great Xia Empire. This time, he is actually traveling far just to offer assistance to the Huayan Temple and to confront our cult. It is entirely different from his style of work in the past." Azure Dragon 5 asked while feeling puzzled, "The Huayan Temple doesn't have that much influence. Could the Great Xia Empire or the Sword Pavilion be behind this? What could the benefits be for Song Lun to actually risk his life?"

Yang Xiaofeng…

Chen Luoyang thought in his mind.

Yang Xiaofeng is probably the main reason for Song Lun to enter the Shu Prefecture. It was now clear that this son had an extraordinary spot in Song Lun's heart. Yang Xiaofeng might be his sole descendant.

As Chen Luoyang was racking his brains, his face remained calm and composed.

"Arrange a detailed record of all these people's information and present it to This Seat." He then instructed, "In addition, continue to investigate and verify their exact circumstances. The best is to track down their whereabouts."

Azure Dragon 3 kowtowed and said, "Yes, this subordinate understands."

Azure Dragon 5 spoke at this moment, "Reporting to Cult Master, Hall Chief sent a letter back. He mentioned that he is currently disguised and working undercover, and it is at a crucial moment. He might not be able to make it for the battle at Shu Prefecture. About that…"

"It doesn't matter," Chen Luoyang said indifferently.

Azure Dragon Hall Chief, one of the most authoritative members in the Demon Cult apart from the Cult Master…

Chen Luoyang noticed that when the Hall Chief was mentioned, Shangguan Song's expression became more solemn.

Azure Dragon 5 continued talking, "Big Sister 1 sent a letter saying that she is reaching Shu Prefecture and will be here in a few more days."

Big Sister 1?

Chen Luoyang pondered.

Is he referring to Azure Dragon 1?

The First Azure Dragon Constellation, the leader of the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations. In the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall, her status and strength were only inferior to the Hall Chief.

Different from Azure Dragon 5 who was responsible for logistics and constructions and Azure Dragon 3 who was responsible for information, Azure Dragon 1 was specialized in assassination and the annihilation of the Demon Cult's enemies.

Before Chu Xincheng, the previous Shu Prefecture Governor died in the hands of Azure Dragon 1 three months ago.

"What about the others?" Chen Luoyang remained calm and collected.

"Cult Master instructed me to call for the members nearby. This time, the three protectors — Snow Domain Plateau's Xingtian

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, Dian Prefecture's Zhurong, and Qian Prefecture's Kuafu

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— are bringing their branch's experts and entering the Shu Prefecture from three directions. They will work with our Azure Dragon Hall to take down Shu Prefecture. They will be arriving in a few days."

"No need to wait anymore, issue the order to them. Ask them to rendezvous with us at Shu Prefecture. We will depart for the north right now." Chen Luoyang stood up and said, "Vajra, prepare the carriage."

"Yes, Cult Master!" Vajra responded loudly.

Azure Dragon 3 and Azure Dragon 5 quickly responded too, "This subordinate shall obey Cult Master's orders."

On the other hand, Shangguan Song was astonished.

Chen Luoyang walked past Shangguan Song and said, "This Seat is looking forward to seeing Seventh Elder clearing the obstacles as the vanguard."

"…" Shangguan Song forced out a smile and said, "This old one shall devote himself and strive to do his best until death."

The Amrita Manor had already converted from dark to light. It was used as a fulcrum for the Demon Cult to seize the entire Cloud Martial County and also the entire southern part of the Shu Prefecture.

It was fine when the Demon Cult didn't make a move, but once they made a move, it was swift like lightning. They swept through the southern part of the Shu Prefecture like how autumn wind would sweep fallen leaves.

However, before they could occupy this place completely, it would be determined by the outcome of the subsequent battle at Shu Prefecture.

After arriving in this world, this was Chen Luoyang's first time walking out of the Amrita Manor. When he saw the spacious skies and lands on the outside, he felt carefree and relaxed.

When he saw the carriage that Vajra prepared, he was rather stunned.

Vajra addressed himself as a coachman. To be honest, only an expert like him would be able to steer this Demon Sovereign's carriage.

The Demon Sovereign's carriage wasn't pulled by horses; it was pulled by six flood dragons that were a hundred meters long.

It was because the Grand Divine Province's true dragons were extinct; otherwise, Chen Luoyang suspected that the Demon Cult might really capture true dragons for their Cult Master as mounts.

The carriage didn't look luxurious and was actually classical and unadorned. However, the interior of the carriage was just like a palace.

Chen Luoyang could enter with all of his attendants and still be able to move around with ease.

I am really curious where you people hid this toy previously.

Chen Luoyang ridiculed frenziedly in his heart.

When looking at the so-called "carriage" in front of him, his facial muscles nearly spasmed and he wasn't able to maintain a composed expression.

Subsequently, holding the six dragons by the reins, the carriage flew into the sky. The giant palace lifted off and soared through the sky, departing from the Amrita Manor.

Apart from the members staying to stand guard in the manor, the rest of the Demon Cult members utilized their various methods to keep up. Some of them rode on spirit birds to fly in the sky; some rode on mythical beasts to cross the mountain ridges. They might all be using various methods, but everything was in order.

In an instant, a Demon Cult army was assembled and was marching up north.

In the sky, Chen Luoyang made a rough observation and realized that this dragon carriage had quite a good speed. At this moment, he had an initial understanding of how vast the Grand Divine Province was.

When he read the , he felt that the Grand Divine Province's topography and partition of regions were rather similar to his homeland, the Blue Star. However, as the flood dragons pulled the carriage through the air, he checked a few of the locations along the way, and Chen Luoyang realized that the surface area of this world was much larger than the Blue Star.

It was as though the proportions were several times bigger.

This world's population is probably far more than I can imagine…

Chen Luoyang thought in his heart.

There might be many martial artists, but when compared with the massive population, they were ultimately the minority.

It wasn't just the case; otherwise, the commoners wouldn't be able to provide for so many martial artists who devoted themselves to the martial arts and weren't productive at all.

While Chen Luoyang was mulling things over, the others didn't idle around. Especially the Demon Cult's Seventh Elder, Shangguan Song.

He didn't have a choice and had to take charge of the heavy responsibility as the vanguard.

After being duped by the Cult Master, the Seventh Elder vented all his anger onto the Shu Prefecture's factions that stood in front of him.

All those who didn't surrender were killed without mercy.

The Demon Cult army traveled up north while conquering or destroying all the local factions, dyeing the Shu Prefecture with a unique color.

They were gradually approaching the Shu Prefecture's Golden Summit.

From other directions in the Divine Province, many other powerful currents were gathering towards the Golden Summit.

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Chapter 14

The western Snow Domain Plateau, the southern Dian Prefecture, the southeastern Qian Prefecture.

Each of the three Demon Cult forces was like a sharp blade that sliced into the Shu Prefecture. Immediately after, they rendezvoused with their Cult Master who was closer to the Shu Mountains' Golden Summit.

The Demon Cult's Seventh Elder, Shangguan Song, suffered a little when they were heading to the Golden Summit.

As a martial king, it wasn't a problem for him to slaughter a B-class faction alone. However, he was obviously not competent enough to pick on an A-class faction alone, especially when the Huayan Temple's Zen Master Xindeng had a cultivation stage that was superior to him.

It was very fortunate that someone came to offer assistance and allowed Elder Shangguan to escape unscathed.

"Hong Yan, it is fortunate that you have arrived in time," Shangguan Song said to the large man who looked like a black iron tower.

The large middle-aged man said, "Elder is exaggerating."

Shangguan Song looked behind the large middle-aged man and asked in a soft voice, "How many men did you bring?"

The middle-aged man responded, "Twenty experts."

There were plenty of men behind him, but the twenty that he mentioned were elites that could be put to great use. They were formidable, and their loyalty was guaranteed.

"It still isn't enough with just your branch," Shangguan Song lamented.

He then said to the middle-aged man, "We will act according to the situation and preserve our strength. Chen Luoyang's condition is still unclear. For this attack on the Shu Prefecture, we might be able to find out."

The middle-aged man said, "The Divine Cult is most important."

Shangguan Song said, "That's why we have to be cautious. How are we to know if he is just pretending to be strong when he is actually injured? If that is the case, it would put our cult in danger."

The middle-aged man nodded silently. He then ordered his men to set up camp while he went to greet the Cult Master with Shangguan Song.

In between the Shu Mountains, on a lonely summit, there was an unadorned and massive black palace. Below the palace, there were six flood dragons circling the vicinity of the summit. They would let out dragon roars from time to time and were surging around like thunderbolts.

At the front of the mountain, there were two other groups of people that rushed over from different directions. The three groups met face to face while Shangguan Song remained silent.

The group on the left was led by a youth that was full of power and grandeur. His face was filled with an untamed aura. When he met with the other groups, he immediately laughed and said, "Ha! Elder Shangguan is returning in victory? It is worthy of celebration!"

The group on the right was led by a middle-aged man who was skinny and had a hunchback. The middle-aged man smiled with narrow eyes and said, "What is Brother Zhang saying? For this attack on the Shu Prefecture, Elder Shangguan received a great responsibility from the Cult Master. He worked hard and contributed significantly. We should be learning from our senior this time."

Shangguan Song maintained his refined and modest appearance. "The two of you have arrived a little later than Hong Yan." He de-emphasized and said, "I wonder if it is because of the difficult journey or because of too many trifling matters?"

If they said it was a difficult journey and couldn't travel faster, it would mean they were incompetent. If they said there were too many trifling matters, it would mean they weren't proactive and didn't place importance in the Cult Master's orders.

The untamed youth picked his ear and said, "You are overthinking. I arrived earlier than Hong Yan, but I was busy observing your aged elegance and your marvelous performance."

The hunchbacked man shook his hand repeatedly and said, "Elder Shangguan's words are too exaggerated, and I cannot afford it. I arrived at the same time as Brother Hong, but you know that I have an old illness and have a bad back. I had to stop to have a rest first."

Shangguan Song responded with a smile, while Hong Yan spoke at this moment, "Let's meet the Cult Master first."

The untamed youth exercised his neck and said, "I agree with this statement."

The subordinates of the three groups remained at the foot of the mountain, while the four leading figures ascended the mountain.

In the main hall of the palace, Chen Luoyang was seated high up in the throne.

Shangguan Song and the three others entered after being summoned. They then bowed to Chen Luoyang and gave their greetings.

"Dian Prefecture's Zhang Tianheng pays his respects to the Cult Master. Long live the Cult Master."

"Snow Domain's Hong Yang pays his respects to the Cult Master."

"Qian Prefecture's Wang Dubao pays his respects to the Cult Master. Long live the Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang looked at the three others apart from Shangguan Song. It was a pitiful sight as he was actually trying to remember their appearances and match their names.

Earlier on, the attendant beside him had already reported to him about their identities. They were three of the Demon Cult's eight protectors and were all in charge of their own territories.

The youth who withdrew his untamed appearance but remained intense was Protector Zhurong who oversaw the Dian Prefecture, Zhang Tianheng.

The large man who looked like a black iron tower and had helped Shangguan Song to stand was Protector Xingtian who oversaw the Snow Domain Plateau, Hong Yan.

The hunchbacked and skinny man who had a humble smile was Protector Kuafu who oversaw the Qian Prefecture, Wang Dubao.

Among them, Hong Yan was rather special. In terms of age and seniority, he was considered in the middle within the Demon Cult. However, he was on the elder faction's side.

The Snow Domain Plateau was under the Great Vajra Temple's control previously. After the Great Vajra Temple was exterminated and taken over by the Demon Cult, it was established as a branch.

However, the place was a frozen ground that was bitterly cold. It was vast but sparsely populated, desolate, and backward. In comparison to the other branches, the other protectors were simply given a pleasant task. To oversee the Snow Domain Plateau was the same as being exiled.

The Snow Domain Plateau was a neighbor of the Shu Prefecture. As such, when Chen Luoyang mentioned "nearby", Hong Yan and his subordinates were also transferred over.

"The western part of the Shu Prefecture has been settled. Please look over the report." Hong Yan handed over a jade scroll.

Zhang Tianheng and Wang Dubao had also done the same thing. Wang Dubao entered the Shu Prefecture from the southeast direction. Wang Tianheng headed up from the south just like Chen Luoyang, but he took a different route.

Azure Dragon 3 received the three jade scrolls and handed it over to Chen Luoyang.

After receiving the jade scrolls, Chen Luoyang didn't read it immediately. Instead, he asked, "When attacking along the way, how do you feel about the Shu Prefecture's resistance?"

Hong Yan replied, "It is abnormally smooth. There might be trickery."

Zhang Tianheng said, "The opposition might be trying to lure us deep inside and to stall us at the Golden Summit. Afterwards, they will attack our cult from behind."

Crooked-back Wang Dubao added, "This subordinate has the same sentiments."

Chen Luoyang nodded. "Very good, maintain your vigilance."

Zhang Tianheng, Wang Dubao, and Hong Yan acknowledged in unison.

"What about the transfer of troops from the opposition?" Chen Luoyang turned to ask Azure Dragon 3.

"Qingliang Temple's Elder Mingjing, Huayan Temple's Zen Master Xindeng, and the Five Color Hall Master Song Lun are all at the Golden Summit. The Sword Pavilion members have also arrived," Azure Dragon 3 replied. "The experts from the Great Xia Empire are still untraceable. There is also uncertain news… The Sword Sovereign might be coming…"

"Continue the investigation," Chen Luoyang said with an unchanged expression.

"Yes, Cult Master," Azure Dragon 3 acknowledged.

Chen Luoyang looked at Shangguan Song and said, "Well done. Continue tomorrow."

Shangguan Song took a deep breath. "This old one shall obey."

Zhang Tianheng let out a mischievous laugh; Wang Dubao looked rather bashful, while Hong Yan remained silent.

"Alright, you're dismissed." Chen Luoyang waved his hand.

When they exited from the palace, Hong Yan said to Shangguan Song, "I will assist you." He then looked at Zhang Tianheng and Wang Dubao. "Cult Master didn't say that it wasn't allowed."

"It is true that the Cult Master didn't forbid us from assisting Elder Shangguan." Wang Dubao had a bent-over body as he smiled and said, "We will assist according to the situation."

Zhang Tianheng laughed mischievously. "I am here for the merits. But since Cult Master gave the role of the vanguard to Elder Shangguan, I can only take the role of a backup."

Shangguan Song's face had a normal expression as he said, "It is good for young people to be ambitious. If you want to claim the merits, you will have to work harder."

The four then parted, on bad terms.

In the main hall, Chen Luoyang had dismissed everyone apart from Azure Dragon 3.

"Your report mentioned that Dragon Claw 17 came to the Shu Prefecture along with Song Lun?" Chen Luoyang asked.

Azure Dragon 3 replied, "Reporting to Cult Master, it is because Dragon Claw 17 is following beside Song Lun that we are able to determine Song Lun's whereabouts."

Chen Luoyang nodded. "Do not alert the others and ask Dragon Claw 17 to deliver a message to Song Lun."

"Ask him to see This Seat."

Azure Dragon 3 was startled for a moment. "Cult Master…"

"He will come." Chen Luoyang smiled indifferently.

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Chapter 15

Azure Dragon 3 was feeling nervous.

Song Lun entered the Shu Prefecture to assist the Huayan Temple. It is obvious that he is opposing the Demon Cult. Ask him to come and see the Demon Cult Master alone? Would he dare to come? Would he not be afraid that the Cult Master might kill him here?

However, after seeing Chen Luoyang's calm and collected expression, Azure Dragon 3 could only lower his head and said, "This subordinate shall comply with Cult Master's orders. I will send a message to Dragon Claw 17 right now. But to keep it a secret and not alert others, it might need some time."

"It doesn't matter. Carry on." Chen Luoyang waved his hand.

Azure Dragon 3 immediately asked to be excused.

When the room didn't have anyone else, Chen Luoyang used both his hands to rub his cheeks.

It was deep into the night, and Chen Luoyang was standing at the entrance of the palace while looking into the distance. Within the night, at the remote horizon, there was a hazy golden light in a certain direction. It was faintly visible in the mountain range.

That was the Golden Summit. Generations of senior monks in the Huayan Temple had cultivated there. After days and months of accumulation, the Buddha's aura on the Golden Summit had never extinguished these past many years. Even at night, the radiance was still obvious like during daytime.

Within the radius of 50 kilometers, one could vaguely hear the Buddhist chants of sanskrit. The Buddha's aura had attracted and placated the hearts of many worshippers. At the same time, it was a layer of protection and restriction for the Golden Summit.

When Huayan Temple fought in their home ground, they had the advantage of location. Of course, the Huayan Temple alone wouldn't be able to resist the invasion of the Demon Cult. It was all because of the assistance from other orthodox factions.

On the next daybreak, Shangguan Song departed for battle again. This time, with the assistance from Hong Yan, he was much more relaxed.

Zhang Tianheng and Wang Dubao didn't offer any assistance, but they were happy to watch, with amusement, Shangguan Song making a fool of himself. However, when the two of them appeared with their subordinates, the opposition had to spare some of their attention to be on guard. As such, it made things easier for Shangguan Song.

Despite the case, Shangguan Song and Hong Yan were still obviously lacking a little.

Chen Luoyang stood in the palace on the mountain peak. He looked at the battlefield from afar while filled with myriad feelings.

These two individuals from the opposing elder faction had truly arrived at a perfect time. Otherwise, it would be hard to explain why he, the Great Cult Master Chen, wouldn't personally go into battle and wipe out the Golden Summit single-handedly. Right now, either his side or the enemy side would think that he was just making use of the orthodox factions to teach a lesson to Shangguan Song and Hong Yan. The value of the vanguards — Seventh Elder and Protector Hong — had been fully exhibited.

These two individuals are great…

Chen Luoyang laughed in his heart without conscience.

He scanned the entire mountain range. There wasn't just one martial king involved, and the battle was spread over a wide area. The battlefield was massive, and it covered dozens of kilometers.

Apart from Shangguan Song and Hong Yan in the heart of the battlefield, there were other Demon Cult members at the outer borders who were fighting with the enemy.

There were direct-line disciples of the Demon Cult and also the other small factions that were vassals to the Demon Cult. The Demon Domain was vast, and apart from the Demon Cult disciples, there were plenty of other people trying to make a living by paying allegiance to the Demon Cult.

This time, three protectors accompanied the Cult Master to conquer the Shu Prefecture. Apart from the Demon Cult disciples from each branch, these factions that served the Demon Cult had to provide military forces too. From their numbers, it seemed more than those who served in the actual Demon Cult army. Since they were making a living under the Demon Cult's rule, they naturally had to risk their lives on such occasions too.

Chen Luoyang observed them carefully and couldn't help feeling something.

In terms of cultivation stage — the C-class factions' leaders and chiefs, the A-class faction Huayan Temple's direct-line disciples, the Demon Cult's direct-line disciples like Dragon Scale 45 and others — all were rather similar.

They were all connate martial experts from the 4th Connate Stage to the 6th Union Stage. However, people like Dragon Scale 45, and the young monks of the Huayan Temple were all around 20 years old. They were far younger than the leaders and chiefs of the C-class factions.

From the previous reports that Chen Luoyang had listened to in Amrita Manor, a sect leader of a C-class faction, the Green Thunder Sect Master, had died under the hands of Dragon Scale 45. Right now, there was this C-class faction's chief that was being oppressed by Dragon Scale 45 too.

Both of them might have similar cultivation stages, but the martial arts they cultivated were worlds apart.

This C-class faction's chief had a violent and fierce rod art and might be considered famous in some counties of the Shu Prefecture. However, his opponent, Dragon Scale 45 was using a martial art that was one of the Demon Cult's 36 secret arts, Extreme Yin Sunbreak Claw.

Dragon Scale 45 attacked without weapons and used his physical hands to grab at the giant rod that could shatter rocks and defeated his opponent. All the 36 secret arts of the Demon Cult were powerful, and the Extreme Yin Sunbreak Claw was only one of them.

The absolute art used by the Huayan Temple's direct-line members might be able to contest with the 36 secret arts, but the B-class and C-class factions wouldn't be able to do anything.

When a young monk fought an intense battle with Dragon Scale 45, the former still lost with a slight difference.

This was the case with the posterior martial artists and the connate martial experts. It was also the same for the martial masters and martial kings.

The direct-line members of the Demon Cult were basically among the most outstanding individuals of their cultivation stage. They were even able to overcome enemies with higher cultivation stages. Only a rare few successors of the martial dao sacred factions were able to barely contest.

When Chen Luoyang took a glance at the battle, it seemed like his faction was having an indistinct advantage. However, when looking at the battle between the two armies' leading figures, Shangguan Song was in a rather sorry state.

However, the enemy wasn't having a good time either. Whenever they saw the group of dragons circling around the remote mountain palace, they would feel immense pressure.

As Chen Luoyang was watching, his jade pendant rang once. He responded by knocking once, and Vajra quickly appeared in front of him.

"Reporting to Cult Master, the things that you instructed us to gather at the Amrita Manor have mostly been collected by the servants. Right now, only two items had yet to be found. I have ordered the men to search for them urgently," Vajra reported.

When the gray-clothed Elder Fu left to follow Ying Qingqing, he had handed over his tasks to Vajra who was serving beside the Cult Master.

Chen Luoyang asked, "What are the two missing items?"

When Vajra listed the two items, they weren't part of the ingredients for the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir. They were the additional items that he randomly added in as a cover after referring to the .

All of the ingredients required to concoct the elixir were already collected.

"Hurry up and search for the missing items. Deliver the rest of the items to This Seat," Chen Luoyang instructed.

Vajra bowed and said, "Yes, Cult Master."

After Vajra left, Chen Luoyang continued to observe the battlefield. From the start of the battle until now, there had been plenty of casualties. The blood-red serum within the black pot was steadily increasing.

Chen Luoyang was witnessing this scene with an emotionless face. Perhaps it was because he had already personally witnessed blood and death in his previous life? Or was it because they were still too far from him? He realized that his emotions were far calmer than he had imagined.

At this moment, Azure Dragon 3 came to report. "Reporting to Cult Master, Dragon Claw 17 sent back a message saying that Song Lun wishes to see Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang noticed the disbelief that was within Azure Dragon 3's eyes, and those eyes were looking at Chen Luoyang with increasing reverence.

Song Lun really took the initiative to visit!

Chen Luoyang had an unchanged face as he said in a composed manner, "Is he confident of being able to hide what he's doing from the others?"

"He stated that it should be fine tomorrow night," Azure Dragon 3 reported.

Chen Luoyang responded with an "mm". He had already inspected the map of the vicinity and gave his instructions, "Then make it tomorrow night. Order them to wait for This Seat at the peak of Gaoyang Mountain that is 50 kilometers to the west of this place."

Azure Dragon 3 replied, "I shall comply with Cult Master's orders."

He paused for a moment and asked with slight hesitation, "Cult Master, there is also some uncertain information stating that the Sword Sovereign might personally visit the Golden Summit. Do you think that this is a trap?"

"If he comes, then we will just have another fight," Chen Luoyang said indifferently.

Azure Dragon 3 immediately kowtowed and said, "Cult Master's divine prowess is unrivaled. This subordinate spoke out of turn."

Chen Luoyang might have a composed expression, but when it was time to head for the appointment on the next day, he didn't refuse when Vajra volunteered to accompany him.

That giant dragon carriage caused too much of a commotion, and it was naturally unsuitable right now. However, his subordinate had already prepared a sedan chair to carry him to Gaoyang Mountain. There wasn't a need for him to walk at all.

When the sedan chair arrived at the peak of Gaoyang Mountain, there was a dilapidated temple there. Vajra then looked around before frowning and said, "Cult Master, I don't see Song Lun."

Chen Luoyang sat on the sedan chair motionlessly. He pondered for a moment before saying something ambiguous.

"Opportunity, This Seat will only give it once." Chen Luoyang said in a played-down tone. It was as though he was saying it for someone that was hiding in a certain place. It was also as though he was replying to Vajra's statement.

When Vajra heard the statement, he revealed an evil grin. "This subordinate understands. Song Lun is actually so daring as to go back on his words. Our cult will not spare him. Cult Master, please wait here for a moment. I will attack the Golden Summit together with Old Shangguan, Little Zhang, Blockhead Hong, and the others right now. We will leave those wretched monks in the Huayan Temple for now and bring Song Lun here first for you to deal with."

As soon as Vajra finished speaking, another voice echoed, and a lamp lit up in the temple. At the place where the lamp swayed, a pale face was illuminated. "Cough, cough… That is too serious. This humble Song is just trying to maintain secrecy and is observing the surroundings for eavesdroppers. As such, I was slow to show myself. I do not have the intention to make light of Cult Master Chen. If there is anything I've done to offend Cult Master Chen, I seek for forgiveness."

Vajra's smile vanished as he fixed his eyes on the person in the temple. With Vajra's cultivation, nighttime was no different from daytime. Even without any lights earlier, he had already scanned the temple and didn't notice Song Lun.

The light illuminated a middle-aged man who had a lean and handsome face. He looked like a learned scholar.

However, Vajra recognized that this refined middle-aged man was the Grand Divine Province's underworld hero, the dictator of the Yu Prefecture, the Five Color Hall Master, "Nine Lives Soaring Dragon" Song Lun.

Vajra was wary as Song Lun's strength was superior to the Law King Huijue. His words earlier might have been too excessive.

Song Lun calmly and unhurriedly walked out of the dilapidated temple and arrived in front of the sedan chair. He then cupped his hands and said, "The Five Color Hall has always been on friendly terms with your esteemed cult. This humble Song's trip to the Golden Summit is just to put on a show and deal with the others. I do not have any intention to oppose your esteemed cult. Cult Master Chen please verify it."

Chen Luoyang didn't exit his sedan chair and asked in a dull tone, "Is that all?"

Song Lun said, "This humble Song and my brothers of the Five Color Hall didn't hurt or kill any of your esteemed cult's disciples. We will not do so in the future either."

"That is far from enough," Chen Luoyang stated.

Song Lun asked, "I wonder what is Cult Master Chen's opinion?"

"Keep your little thoughts," Chen Luoyang said. "This Seat has already said that you only have one opportunity."

Song Lun said calmly, "Cult Master Chen's divine skill is unrivaled. This humble Song has always been in admiration. But the Five Color Hall's foundation was left behind by my ancestors. It might not be much, but it is worth a lot to me. This humble Song doesn't dare to surrender it. Otherwise, I will be ashamed to see my late father in the netherworld…"

"Who is there? Show yourself now!" Vajra suddenly burst out with a yell at this moment. After being humiliated earlier, he was now more cautious.

Apart from paying attention to Song Lun, he carefully scanned the entire Gaoyang Mountain again. As a result, he did discover something else.

There was a resplendent sword light that flew into the sky and stayed suspended in midair. The sword light gradually vanished and revealed the figure of a youth.

Song Lun's eyes flashed. "It turns out that it is the Sword Pavilion's Third Sir."

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As the sword light dissipated, a youth was standing in the air like it was flat land. He then cupped his hands towards the mountain peak and said, "Cult Master Chen has countless experts under his command. Master Baoshu is truly worthy of his reputation. Nie Hua has been rude."

The youth had an unconventional appearance as he was slovenly dressed. However, he was glowing with health and vigor, while being unconstrained. In the face of the Demon Cult Master, he was still smiling and talking as though nothing was happening.

The eyes of Song Lun appeared to be grave. When facing a figure like the Demon Cult Master, Song Lun's full concentration might already be insufficient. In the end, he actually missed out on other factors and allowed a member of the Sword Pavilion to sneak here. It would be very easy for the Demon Cult to assume that he was colluding with the Sword Pavilion.

As expected, Vajra was revealing a sinister expression. While he was observing the surroundings with vigilance, his vision had been shifting between that Sword Pavilion's Third Sir and Song Lun.

The Demon Cult disciples that were carrying the sedan chair also had grave and precautious expressions.

The Gaoyang Mountain peak was instantly covered in a stern atmosphere.

After hearing Nie Hua's name, Vajra and the others were trembling a little in their hearts.

Flying Sword Nie Hua, the Sword Pavilion Lord's third direct-line disciple, one of the Sword Pavilion Five Heroes.

Everyone knew that the Sword Sovereign rarely accepted disciples, and the Sword Pavilion didn't have many members because they emphasized quality instead of quantity.

The Sword Sovereign's disciples were filled with elites, and any of them would be able cause a huge commotion when they ventured into the outside world.

Martial kings younger than the age of 30 were extremely rare. Apart from the special cases, the young martial kings mostly originated from the Demon Cult, the Sword Pavilion, the Other Tribe, or the Great Xia Imperial Clan.

Among them, the Sword Pavilion Five Heroes had all stepped into the martial king stage without exception. All of them had great achievements at such a young age and were known as grandmasters.

Nie Hua studied the Sword Pavilion's supreme codex, the Heaven Sword Book. He cultivated a unique sword art that was entirely different from his master's Clear Sky Divine Sword. It allowed him to obtain the fame of being the world's fastest sword, resulting in his title as the "Flying Sword".

In terms of fame and prestige, he was actually above most of the venerable taoists and senior monks. He was actually placed on par with the Mountain City's lord, Song Lun, and the Huayan Temple's Zen Master Xindeng.

Vajra and the others were now in a heightened state of precaution as Nie Hua might be on the same side as Song Lun. However, it was at this moment, Chen Luoyang's voice echoed from within the sedan chair.

"Song Lun, be it your filial duty or your great ambition, This Seat admires you. Those who comply with me shall thrive, and those who resist me shall perish. This Seat has never unfairly treated anyone who pledged his loyalty to me. I also have a generous gift for you that you will definitely like."

Chen Luoyang's tone sounded calm, and he had completely disregarded Nie Hua. He had imperceptibly pierced through the nervous atmosphere as everyone on his side was thinking that this was a trap set up by Song Lun.

Song Lun's worried heart was now slightly more relaxed. However, for his private meeting with the Demon Cult Master to be exposed by the Sword Pavilion, his Five Color Hall that was stuck in the middle wasn't going to have a good time.

"Give This Seat an answer right now," Chen Luoyang said. "You don't have to bother about others, as a dead person wouldn't be able to speak much."

Nie Hua stood in the air and laughed. "No wonder Cult Master Chen isn't bothered that Nie Hua is listening by the side. It turns out that you have already made the decision to take my life. There is a reason why they say that curiosity killed the cat. I originally thought that Hall Master Song was leaving at midnight to meet with Shangguan Song, Zhang Tianheng, or even Sir Vajra. I never expected that Cult Master Chen would come in person."

Inside the sedan chair, Chen Luoyang's mouth was twitching.

This Nie Hua's mouth is rather vicious. He might be grumbling at his bad luck, but he is actually reminding Song Lun that it is better to be the chicken's beak than to be the cow's behind. By joining the Demon Cult, Song Lun can only listen to commands from others. He might even become a slave or servant and will no longer be the dictator of a prefecture.

However, where did Nie Hua obtain the confidence to speak so frankly with me, the Demon Cult Master? Even if the chicken's beak is better than the cow's behind, dying would mean that everything was finished. Is he betting that my severe injuries aren't fully recovered yet?

Or does he have something else to rely on…

Chen Luoyang pondered in his mind.

Song Lun could also hear that Nie Hua's words had another meaning, but Nie Hua didn't know that he had a hidden difficulty that he couldn't mention. Right now, Song Lun was unwilling in his heart and was forcefully supporting himself.

Right at this moment, Chen Luoyang finally emerged from the sedan chair. His pair of eyes that flashed with black radiance had swept across Song Lun and Nie Hua. The two of them felt their hearts tightening.

Chen Luoyang stood with his hands behind his back and looked at Nie Hua while saying indifferently, "When is it your turn to interrupt when This Seat is talking to someone?"

"I have been rude. Will Cult Master Chen please forgive me?" Nie Hua cupped his fist and bowed in midair. "Nie Hua is actually just here to run an errand. I received orders from my master to come over and have a look."

Right at this moment, there was a pillar of light that surged into the sky at another remote mountain peak. That pillar of light was as dazzling as the rising sun, and it surged right into the heavens. It didn't just illuminate that mountain peak, but it had also illuminated the surrounding mountains.

The dark night skies had been lit up, and it was just like the rising sun in the east that instantly turned nighttime into daytime.

Rays of faint light were fluctuating in all directions, as though they were actual sunlight. Along with the clear sky divine radiance, there was a surging and boundless sword intent that filled up the entire place.

The sword light was far grander than the Buddha's aura that hadn't been extinguished for many years on the Golden Summit.

At this moment, everyone within thousands of kilometers was alarmed. When they saw the sword light that was like a pillar from heaven, they were stunned.

"Sword Sovereign?!"

The members of the orthodox factions were shocked first before they were delighted. The Demon Sovereign gave them too much pressure, not to mention the actual threat that was present.

On the other hand, after the decisive battle with the Sword Sovereign, the Demon Sovereign had actually taken one step further to invade the Shu Prefecture.

Now that the Sword Sovereign had arrived in the Shu Prefecture, everyone had let out a relaxed breath, while the Demon Cult members had expressions that turned grave as their greatest advantage might be counteracted by the enemy.

On Gaoyang Mountain, Song Lun looked at the giant pillar of light in the sky with an emotionless face. Yet, his heart was now in a confused state.

Chen Luoyang's expression remained composed, but his heart was pounding constantly.

Stay calm! Calm down. The battle back then should have resulted in injuries on both parties,

Chen Luoyang thought in his heart.

The others might not know, but he knew it clearly. The Demon Cult Master was severely injured and if the Sword Pavilion Lord was only lightly injured, it would be the latter's turn to eradicate the demons.

As such, the injuries on both parties must be roughly the same. The only uncertain point was whether the Sword Pavilion Lord had any special methods to achieve full recovery in a short period of time.

The Sword Pavilion members weren't sure of the Demon Cult Master's injuries because of this as well.

From the looks of it, both sides were afraid as when the hemp stalk was used to hit the wolf

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. Everyone was now apprehensive and even putting on a bluff.

If the Sword Pavilion Lord was in good health, he should be here personally. Why would he need to activate his sword light from far away to serve as a deterrence?

Chen Luoyang even suspected whether the Sword Pavilion Lord was actually here or not.

Earlier on, his cult members might have obtained the information of the Sword Pavilion Lord traveling south, but this might be a smokescreen from the enemy just to make things more convincing at this moment.

That powerful sword light in the distance did seem like it shouldn't be trifled with…

Chen Luoyang's mind was revolving with countless thoughts.

On his appearance, he actually smiled and said, "After the previous battle, everyone knows each other's limits. Why make things unnecessarily complicated? If there is anything to say, then say it face to face. If we have to fight, then we will have another battle."

"Nie Hua will convey Cult Master's magnificent hospitality to my master," Nie Hua said. "But my master didn't come to have a contest with Cult Master Chen this time. On the contrary, he hopes that Cult Master Chen can withdraw his troops and return peace to the Shu Prefecture. It would be beneficial to both sides."

Nie Hua's facial expression turned stern. "There is activity in the north. The Other Tribe Chieftain has come out from seclusion."

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Chapter 17

After hearing the name of the Other Tribe Chieftain, Vajra and the others shivered with cold. As the Demon Sovereign was the latest to become famous and the youngest, before the fight with the Sword Sovereign, everyone had the impression that the Demon Sovereign was at the bottom of the Three Sovereigns.

It wasn't until that duel between the pinnacles that the world knew that the Demon Cult Master had incomparable talent. He might be at the young age of 20 years old, but his strength was definitely not inferior to the Sword Pavilion Lord and the Other Tribe Chieftain who had been famous for many years.

However, the battle between the two sovereigns might not have resulted in anything permanent, but there was still a significant impact.

The Other Tribe Chieftain remained formidable and at his prime. He had now broken through in seclusion, reaching an unprecedented pinnacle. No one dared to disregard the Saber Sovereign.

"Very well then. This Seat shall wait for him." Chen Luoyang had an unchanged expression, and his eyes were actually shining even brighter with the black radiance. It was a truly terrifying sight for the soul.

After hearing Chen Luoyang's calm and tyrannical tone, the Demon Cult members by his side were invigorated.

Nie Hua took a deep glance at Chen Luoyang and cupped his fist. "Cult Master Chen is truly impressive. This humble Nie is in awe."

"This Seat has already seen your master's sword," Chen Luoyang said. "Right now, This Seat is more interested in that saber in the north."

Nie Hua then looked at the direction of the Golden Summit. "Then, this place—"

Chen Luyang interrupted Nie Hua, "What about this place? This Seat has mentioned that he will trample the Shu Prefecture. No one can change the outcome."

Nie Hua had an unchanged expression. "Does Cult Master Chen mean that you have no intention to fight with my master again, but your esteemed cult will not withdraw its troops either?"

"Even if This Seat doesn't make a move, my Divine Cult's members will be able to take down the Shu Prefecture with ease," Chen Luoyang said with his hands behind his back. "If your master wishes to interfere, then This Seat wouldn't mind meeting his sword before fighting that saber."

"This humble Nie understands and will relay Cult Master Chen's message back to my master." Nie Hua nodded.

Chen Luoyang then looked at the other side. "Song Lun, This Seat is very sincere and has prepared that great gift that will certainly satisfy you. I can give you a few Cloud Star Herbs as a deposit."

After hearing the words "Cloud Star Herbs", Song Lun's heart immediately tightened. The Demon Cult Master in front of him wasn't speaking without thinking! The Demon Cult Master knew of his secret! The depth of the Demon Cult Master's knowledge made him extremely terrified.

However, Song Lun's heart suddenly moved as he felt something strange. He abruptly felt that there was something else that was a mystery.

While looking at the Demon Cult Master and feeling the Sword Pavilion Lord's sword intent far behind him, Song Lun stood straight in place. He ultimately decided to take this bet.

"This humble Song is honored and grateful for Cult Master Chen's appreciation, but please forgive me that I am unable to comply!"

Chen Luoyang didn't get enraged as he said in a dull tone, "If you refuse my toast, then you shall drink the forfeit. After trampling Shu Prefecture, your Yu Prefecture shall be next."

Song Lun stood stiff like a stone statue.

Nie Hua quickly said, "Cult Master Chen, Hall Master Song is part of our alliance in this battle at Shu Prefecture. Since you are so confident in your esteemed cult members…"

"Childish provocation, do not think yourself to be clever." Chen Luoyang sneered and said, "Who do you think This Seat is? Will I try to seize this little advantage?"

Chen Luoyang then looked at Song Lun. "You don't have to worry that my cult will split the troops to take down your Yu Prefecture. This Seat said that I will take Shu Prefecture, then take Yu Prefecture. It means that I will destroy you in the Shu Prefecture. Don't even think about escaping. If you don't settle the scores here in Shu Prefecture and dare to run, your Yu Prefecture shall be immediately annihilated. This Seat shall allow you to fulfill your aspirations of being a hero."

"Thank you, Cult Master Chen." Song Lun let out a long breath and cupped his fist before bowing to Chen Luoyang.

Immediately after, he and Nie Hua flew off the top of Gaoyang Mountain under the illumination of the pillar of light that was like a bright sun. Immediately after, the majestic sword light and sword intent gradually dispersed.

And darkness descended again.

Nie Hua and Song Lun returned to the Golden Summit. In front of others, Nie Hua helped Song Lun to cover the fact that he went to meet with the Demon Cult Master secretly.

"Many thanks, Third Sir." Song Lun cupped his hand.

"Hall Master Song doesn't have to be so modest. When facing the Demon Sovereign, you are still able to hold fast to your high moral character. It is this humble Nie that should be in admiration." Nie Hua laughed and said, "Since that is the case, there isn't a need to create other issues. It will only produce a barrier in the hearts of others, and it isn't beneficial for unity."

Song Lun said, "I am able to pick up my life from the Demon Sovereign all because of the respected Pavilion Lord. This humble Song wonders if I can give my thanks in person?"

Nie Hua said, "To be honest, during my master's battle with the Demon Sovereign, he was injured. It was fortunate that with the treatment from a cardinal artifact, he is fine but has yet to fully recover. Right now, he is seizing the moment to recuperate and deal with the double threat from the Demon Sovereign and the Saber Sovereign. As for now, he will not be meeting with guests and will not just be neglecting Hall Master Song."

"The Pavilion Lord's recuperation is more important." Song Lun nodded. "This humble Song has sinned greatly to disturb the Pavilion Lord to make an exception to help me."

"Hall Master Song doesn't have to be so polite," Nie Hua said. "Now that my master is keeping the Demon Sovereign in check, we have removed our greatest concern and will be able to wipe out the demons and bring peace back to the Shu Prefecture."

Song Lun responded, "Third Sir, please be at ease. This humble Song has frequently cherished himself for the sake of the Five Color Hall, but this time, I will have to make an all-out effort. The Demon Sovereign has stated things clearly. If they aren't defeated, my Five Color Hall will have no place to stand either. Success or failure shall be determined in Shu Prefecture. I will order more brothers to enter the Shu Prefecture to offer assistance. Will Third Sir please contact other orthodox factions and ask them to stand against the Demon Cult."

"Hall Master Song is a person with great principles. Nie Hua is truly filled with admiration. If all of us can be united, we will surely be able to achieve great things," Nie Hua said.

After the two parted, Nie Hua went to deal with the others before he left and headed for the remote mountain. After checking that no one was following him, he let out a long breath and said, "Fourth Junior, luckily you were around this time."

A youth that was a little younger than Nie Hua appeared, and he was carrying a long box. "It is lucky because we have Master's sword whetstone, and it is also because Third Senior didn't panic during the intense situation."

Nie Hua looked at the long box and said, "The distance is far enough. Otherwise, we wouldn't have been able to deceive that great demon."

"Is his injury really fine? Is he already fully recovered?" the youth asked. "According to Master, the demon's injury should be rather severe too."

"I didn't dare to verify and didn't take the risk to try," Nie Hua said. "He might be putting up a bluff just like us."

The youth said, "Third Senior is truly able to keep his composure. If it was me, I might have tried."

Nie Hua said, "Earlier on, I was uncertain about Song Lun's attitude, and the Great Vajra Temple's traitor, Baoshu, was there too. Even if I tried, I might not be able to test the demon's bottom line. Wouldn't it be better to keep the enemy in check? And it would give convenience to First Senior and Fifth Junior to make their moves."

"I understand." The youth asked, "Can Song Lun be trusted?"

"After rejecting that demon in such a straightforward manner, he doesn't have any chance to regret," Nie Hua said. "But we better be cautious and observe more. Do not reveal any secrets to him." The youth nodded silently.

Nie Hua then regained his casual and unruly appearance before patting on the long box. He smiled and said, "Right now, this is our 'Master'. I will have to continue troubling Fourth Junior. As long as 'Master' is around for one more day, we will be able to suppress that demon for one more day."

"Don't worry Senior." The youth nodded.

…

When Nie Hua and Song Lun left Gaoyang Mountain, Chen Luoyang stood at the edge of the cliff with his hands behind his back. He didn't turn back and asked, "What is the exact situation in the north?"

One of the porters of the sedan chair knelt on the ground with an ashamed expression. It was Azure Dragon 3.

"This subordinate is incompetent and has yet to obtain the information about the Other Tribe Chieftain." He kowtowed and said, "There was information that had been sent back from the north previously, and there were indeed unusual activities with the Other Tribe. However, we aren't able to determine if it is related to the Other Tribe Chieftain."

"Stand up and talk," Chen Luoyang said indifferently. "How can we simply believe the information from the other side? This Seat only trusts you people."

Azure Dragon 3 let out a relaxed breath and stood up. "Thanking Cult Master for the great favor! This subordinate will check immediately and verify if it is true or false."

Chen Luoyang responded with an "mm", while he said with a faint smile, "There are plenty of surprises tonight."

"The Sword Pavilion Lord and the Other Tribe Chieftain are coming. To average people like us, there will only be surprise and no joy. However, Cult Master's divine prowess is unrivaled, and they will only be decoration for the scenery on your path to dominating the world." Vajra was flattering as he said, "Since Cult Master said you wished to obtain the Shu Prefecture, then the Shu Prefecture will definitely belong to our Divine Cult. Please permit me to join the battle, and I shall trample the Golden Summit and take down the Shu Prefecture for Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang didn't bother about Vajra and turned back to sit in the sedan chair. "Let's return."

Vajra quickly waved his hand while Azure Dragon 3 and the others lifted the sedan chair and descended the mountain swiftly.

Now that Chen Luoyang was alone in the sedan chair, he revealed a smile. He wished he could deliver pennants to Nie Hua and the Sword Pavilion. He didn't know if the Sword Sovereign was really here or not. He, the Demon Sovereign, could now publicly skip out on any fight.

The two sovereigns would match one another, and neither of them would be participating in the battle. It was perfectly justifiable.

Oh yes!

After being overjoyed, Chen Luoyang calmed down again and plotted ahead. He had a vague feeling that something wasn't right. It seemed like the opposition had other ideas. It was a pity that there was a lack of information.

When Chen Luoyang returned to his temporary palace, he instructed Azure Dragon 3 to collect more information.

Over the next few days, the battle between the two sides would grow increasingly intensive. The Sword Pavilion's Third Sir, Fourth Sir, and experts from the other orthodox factions had all joined the fray.

The Demon Cult didn't reserve themselves either. Zhang Tianheng, Wang Dubao, and the other Demon Cult members had also joined in the battle. Subsequently, more Demon Cult experts continued to offer their assistance in Shu Prefecture.

The battle between the two sides was starting to reach the climax.

Previously, the orthodox factions had lured the enemy deep inside and had now launched their ambush. They were causing commotions in all the counties in the Shu Prefecture that the Demon Cult had seized.

The Demon Cult had already noticed it and counterattacked to kill their enemies.

The battle between the two sides was now in a chaotic state. Only the most authoritative Demon Cult Master and the Sword Pavilion Lord remained seated in their high positions.

On this day, Chen Luoyang was listening to Azure Dragon 3's report in the main hall.

"Reporting to Cult Master, the Northern Desert Other Tribe does show signs that they are deploying their troops. As for the Other Tribe Chieftain, there might be information about him exiting from seclusion, but he has yet to appear in person. It is hard to verify the information's authenticity and his whereabouts."

Azure Dragon then continued, "There is another piece of information that is worth mentioning. The Other Tribe's Left Sage King is also currently missing."

The Other Tribe's Left Sage King, the Chieftain's younger blood brother. In the Northern Desert Outerwalls, he was a formidable individual that was only inferior to the Chieftain.

"Apart from that, there are frequent movements of personnel in the Great Xia Empire. A large number of envoys are headed for Qingliang Temple. The Great Unity Taoism Sect and other A-class factions from the Central Divine Province are showing signs of forming an alliance. It isn't favorable to our cult."

After listening to Azure Dragon 3's report, Chen Luoyang said, "Continue the investigation. Make it as detailed as possible."

"Yes, this subordinate understands." Azure Dragon 3 withdrew from the room.

Chen Luoyang sat in the main hall alone and thought to himself. He mumbled, "Something feels fishy…"

"Cult Master has brilliant insight, and your consideration isn't wrong."

At this moment, another voice suddenly echoed in the main hall.

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Chapter 18

Chen Luoyang got a shock when someone suddenly spoke, and he nearly jumped out of his chair.

Who could it be?

Since Chen Luoyang woke up as the Demon Cult Master in this world, apart from the time when his subordinates rushed into his room because they were worried about some mishap happening to their Cult Master during his seclusion, Chen Luoyang had never been caught unprepared like this.

After that incident, if his subordinates wanted to look for him, the Cult Master, they would have to seek approval through various channels. The cult members could only see him after obtaining his approval.

Today, someone didn't go through any channel of communication and just suddenly appeared beside me! Who is this person? When did they arrive? What do they want?

Chen Luoyang forced himself to stay calm and didn't show any surprise.

This person's tone sounded rather respectful and shouldn't be an enemy of the Demon Cult. However, this person sounded natural, and it didn't seem to be their first time doing this.

Chen Luoyang was rapidly thinking.

As such, he put on a normal appearance as though it was a common occurrence.

Chen Luoyang might not have known when this person arrived, but he recalled that he didn't do anything suspicious when he was alone. It meant that when he mumbled to himself earlier, it didn't really matter.

He composed himself and sat on the chair without moving.

As expected, he heard the person continue to talk, "Led by the Great Xia Empire, and with the involvement of the Sword Pavilion and the Other Tribe, all of the representatives from the various sacred factions in the Central Divine Province had assembled for a secret meeting at the Great Xia Empire's imperial capital.

"These factions are working together and going on an expedition to the south to attack our Divine Cult's core region. They will be departing in a few days. Entering the Shu Prefecture to provide assistance is merely a diversion to distract our line of sight and conceal their true motive. The Shu Prefecture is just a bait to restrain Cult Master and our cult. They aren't just trying to defend Shu Prefecture. They wish to turn defense into offense and destroy our cult's foundation."

While speaking, a figure gradually appeared in front of Chen Luoyang, but it was just a silhouette. The person seemed to be enveloped in the middle of a small tornado, and the entire person seemed like he was made of wind. It wasn't possible to see the appearance clearly, but he could vaguely tell that it was a man.

Chen Luoyang muttered in his heart:

If this person is a member of the Demon Cult and still doesn't reveal his appearance, doesn't it seem a little rude? That natural attitude makes it seem like this is a common practice. What kind of attitude should I treat this person with? He wouldn't possibly be an impersonator from a Demon Cult enemy, right?

Chen Luoyang sat on his high seat and used an indifferent tone to ask in return, "An expedition to the south to attack my cult's core region?"

Chen Luoyang had also considered the possibility that the Great Xia Empire, the Sword Pavilion, and the others were creating a diversion by attacking his homeland to rescue the Shu Prefecture. However, the possibility was very slim.

Unless the Sword Sovereign had fully recovered, or if the Saber Sovereign had truly come out of seclusion to personally deal with the Demon Cult.

However, the two of them were both apprehensive of each other.

If the two sovereigns didn't act personally, it would be hard to shake the Demon Cult's foundation. Chen Luoyang, the Cult Master, might not be around, but there were experts overseeing the shrine.

Of the four hall chiefs, there was the Vermilion Bird Hall Chief that was also known as the Grand Hall Chief. He was publicly recognized as the number two expert within the Demon Cult that was only inferior to Cult Master Chen Luoyang.

Back then, he was a transcending demon who had once contested with Chen Luoyang for the position of Cult Master. He might be number two, but no one dared to despise him.

The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors were the current pinnacle figures that stood at the top of the Grand Divine Province. Below the Three Sovereigns were the Five Emperors, and the Vermilion Bird Hall Chief was one of the Five Emperors.

That wasn't all; the Demon Cult possessed two of the Five Emperors. Apart from the Vermilion Bird Hall Chief, there was also the leader of the Seven Elders, the Demon Cult's Grand Elder.

When Cult Master Chen Luoyang went to fight with the Sword Pavilion Lord at the Snow Domain Plateau, the two Emperors remained in the shrine to oversee the place. Apart from them, the Demon Cult had other experts who were also at the Demon Domain.

In terms of strength, Chen Luoyang was still rather confident. However, in terms of tactics, there were still things to consider as the Great Xia Empire didn't focus their strength on dealing with Chen Luoyang in the Shu Prefecture. Instead, they were detouring to the Demon Cult Shrine.

Within the Demon Cult, the Grand Hall Chief and the Grand Elder were both leading figures of the elder faction. After Chen Luoyang succeeded the Cult Master position and promoted plenty of new members, the elder faction's dissatisfaction had been increasing.

If there was any bit of accident during the decisive battle between the Demon Cult Master and the Sword Pavilion Lord, the elder faction might just strike. Now that enemies were surrounding Chen Luoyang in the Shu Prefecture, the Demon Cult's elder faction might also be observing and waiting to pick up the loot.

As a result, the young generation faction might, in turn, be dissatisfied. If the Cult Master didn't suppress everyone, the Demon Cult might just erupt into internal strife.

But if the Demon Cult Shrine was attacked, then in order to face the pressure from the enemy, the Demon Cult's two internal factions might just temporarily put down their differences and work together to repel the enemy.

As such, when Chen Luoyang heard the news of the alliance going on an expedition to the south, his first reaction was astonishment.

The man enveloped in wind said, "It is absolutely true. When the opposition made the decision, it could also be said they had no choice. In order to invite the East Sea King to make a move, the target could only be our cult's shrine."

"East Sea, Wang Clan…" Chen Luoyang was in deep thoughts.

Within the Great Xia Empire, there were plenty of influential and prestigious clans. Previously, there had been the most-reputable Six Major Clans.

However, after generations of rule, the Great Xia Empire had weakened many of the prestigious factions within its borders, and the Six Major Clans had also turned into history. Right now, there were only the Three Major Clans left.

By the classification of the Azure Dragon Hall, they were all A-class factions. The most noteworthy faction was the head of the Three Major Clans, the East Sea's Wang Clan.

The current head of the Wang Clan had astonishing ability and was known as the number one sword dao individual who was only inferior to the Sword Sovereign and had been given the title of Sword Emperor.

The Great Xia Empire's current ruler, the Xia Emperor; the Other Tribe's Left Sage King; the Demon Cult's Grand Hall Chief; the Demon Cult's Grand Elder; and the Wang Clan head were collectively known as the Five Emperors. Right now, in the Grand Divine Province, they were the strongest individuals under the Three Sovereigns.

Not considering the Demon Cult, Sword Pavilion, and the Other Tribe, the Great Xia Empire had two Emperors. But the existence of the Sword Emperor was undoubtedly an awkward situation for the Xia Emperor.

It was fortunate that the Wang Clan head was devoted to the sword dao and didn't interfere with worldly affairs. He was only protecting his own portion of land. The Great Xia Empire that was having trouble on both the inside and the outside had simply closed one eye to them.

However, the Three Major Clans supported each other mutually, making it hard for the Great Xia Empire to continue oppressing these influential clans. The Grand Divine Province's eastern Lu Prefecture and the East Sea had basically turned into an independent nation for the Wang Clan. They were merely serving the Great Xia Empire in name.

As such, the Wang Clan Head also had the name of "East Sea King".

But why would the East Sea King attack the Demon Cult Shrine? Who does he want to find?

Chen Luoyang was still rather puzzled.

Chen Luoyang maintained his unchanged expression while he sat high up and quietly looked at the man enveloped by wind.

As expected, the man continued talking, "The East Sea King is only pursuing the sword dao as he has for his entire life. When he found out that the Grand Hall Chief's self-created new absolute art to challenge the Cult Master is a sword art, he had the intention to go south and challenge the Grand Hall Chief. The source of the East Sea's Wang Clan information is uncertain. I will continue to investigate."

Chen Luoyang had this urge to ridicule.

Since that is the case, why doesn't he challenge the Sword Sovereign? That person is the number one sword in the Divine Province. Is he going after the weak and afraid of the strong? Or does the Sword Sovereign and the Sword Emperor have a deep and good relationship? Or could they be sparring frequently, but the outside world doesn't know?

While Chen Luoyang was ridiculing, he was also silently rejoicing.

It seems like the Cult Master is supposed to know that the Vermilion Bird Hall Chief has created a new sword art. It is fortunate that I didn't talk too much earlier, or I might have exposed myself. I have been receiving all sorts of information during this period of time, but I still missed out on some things.

Chen Luoyang looked at the man enveloped in a tornado and was gradually enlightened. This person might be another source of information that the Demon Cult Master had. Apart from the Demon Cult's own information provider, there was another secret information system that was dedicated to the Cult Master alone.

As both sides carried out investigations, information would be verified and complemented. It could even serve as mutual supervision. It was to ensure that the Demon Cult Master was knowledgeable about everything in the world and wouldn't be deceived.

"It is rare that the Wang Clan is willing to venture outside the East Sea. The Great Xia Empire is just taking advantage of the situation and is colluding with others to invade my sacred domain in the south. However, this is obviously not enough." Chen Luoyang asked in an indifferent tone, "What about the Other Tribe?"

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Chapter 19

"The situation of the Other Tribe Chieftain is still uncertain. It is still unknown if he has exited seclusion."

The man inside the wind said, "But the Other Tribe's Left Sage King visited the Great Xia Empire's imperial capital previously and should have reached an agreement with the Xia Emperor. It will be disadvantageous to our cult."

Chen Luoyang thought back about his life resume. There was a statement that mentioned him battling with the Other Tribe's Left Sage King, and it resulted in the Left Sage King suffering severe injuries. The details might be unknown, but right now, the Left Sage King must be thinking to take revenge.

Chen Luoyang sighed in his heart. The Demon Cult possessed two of the Five Emperors, and even though the two Emperors in the Demon Cult might not be on the same side as the Cult Master, if outsiders invaded the Demon Domain, regardless of their public or private issues, they wouldn't sit by and do nothing.

That was why, even when Chen Luoyang the Cult Master was outside, the Demon Cult's main camp still looked steady.

However, the three other Emperors were working together right now.

The Great Xia Empire, the Other Tribe, and the East Sea's Wang Clan… These three factions weren't on the same side, and they even had intense contrasts and conflicts with each other. However, due to all sorts of reasons, they were temporarily standing on the same side. Consequently, they were now departing for the south to attack the Demon Cult.

With the unclear situations of the Sword Pavilion Lord and the Other Tribe Chieftain, it made the circumstances even grimmer.

"Ke…" Contrary to the situation, Chen Luoyang revealed a smile on his face. "If they were to enter the Shu Prefecture together, This Seat might view them with more respect."

The man in the wind said, "Apart from the East Sea King's insistence to challenge the Grand Hall Chief, our divine shrine's Heaven Demon Blood Tree is hard to move. As such, the shrine is something that our cult cannot lose. The opposition must have understood this point and is planning to invade our cult's sacred domain when you are not around."

When you left the sacred domain's shrine, apart from the Heaven Demon Blood Tree, the Ancient Divine Pot and the Divine Demon Token had been brought along. Without the Divine Demon Token, the shrine wouldn't be able to activate the Zhurong Inferno Array. To the enemy, it is an extremely rare opportunity."

"Our cult has amassed a large number of artifacts and divine martial arts, which must also be part of their objective. The Divine Cult is the result of the Cult Master and the previous precursors' blood and sweat. If the cult's foundation is destroyed, it will also serve as a revenge for the Other Tribe's Left Sage King for being defeated by you back then."

Chen Luoyang's mouth was twitching in his heart. Didn't this hint that if a group of individuals came to gang up and beat him, even if he had legs to run, the shrine's Heaven Demon Blood Tree wouldn't be able to run?

As for the Divine Demon Token, it contained the Demon Cult's most powerful and absolute arts.

Divine Demon Token, the black pot, and the Heaven Demon Blood Tree were the Demon Cult's three cardinal artifacts.

The Divine Demon Token was a symbol of the Cult Master's status. Apart from the absolute arts recorded inside, its most important function was to activate the Demon Cult Shrine's protection array.

The Zhurong Inferno Array made use of the south domain's Earth Fire, and it was extremely powerful. Now that Cult Master was on the outside, the defense of the Demon Cult Shrine was inevitably lowered.

To the enemies of the cult, it was indeed an opportunity bestowed by heaven.

Previously, the Demon Cult had two Emperors keeping watch and had plenty of other experts within the cult too. Even if the protection of the array wasn't around, no one would dare to seek trouble at the southern desolate domain. However, now that the three other Emperors were working together to eliminate the demons, the Demon Cult should be worried. Even with the advantage of home ground, the scale of victory was tipping towards the opposition.

"The enemy has planned a feint attack to create a diversion and hoped for Cult Master to be stalled at Shu Prefecture. They would then be able to focus their power to attack our cult's sacred domain," the man in the wind said. "The situations of the Sword Pavilion Lord and the Other Tribe Chieftain are still unknown. It might be due to them waiting for your decision before they counteract."

Chen Luoyang said indifferently, "Are they afraid that This Seat might also attack their shelter?"

"Cult Master is brilliant. The opposition is biding for time and has to be on guard," the man in the wind responded.

"Therefore, you are advising This Seat to give up on Shu Prefecture and return to the Shrine? When the saber and the sword attack, if This Seat is at the shrine, wouldn't the Divine Cult be able to use the Zhurong Inferno Array to repel the enemy?" It wasn't possible to see emotions from Chen Luoyang's face.

Chen Luoyang had already declared that he was going to take down Shu Prefecture. If he was to slip away after a strong declaration but weak finish, it would show that he was all talk and no action. Even though he had made the change after seeing through the enemy's scheme, it shouldn't be considered a defeat; it was an action to regain the initiative. But in the outside world — in the Shu Prefecture and the other Grand Divine lands that his Demon Cult wanted to conquer — the Demon Cult Master's reputation would suffer a blow, and it would be a plain humiliation for him.

The man in the wind stayed silent for a moment before he bowed and said, "Xiao Yuntian makes a solemn vow that I will personally seize the Shu Prefecture within a year and offer it as a tribute to Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang was enlightened. His life resume had this statement:

[Promoting Xiao Yuntian into the Ancient Divine Cult's Left Envoy.]

It turned out that this person was the Demon Cult's Left Envoy. Generally speaking, below the Demon Cult Master, the most important leaders were the Four Hall Chiefs, the Left Envoy, and Right Envoy.

The Four Hall Chiefs had a rather fixed duty as they each led an army and governed a department. The Left and Right Envoys were roles with plenty of freedom and would receive orders directly from the Cult Master to venture the world.

Xiao Yuntian's responsibility as the Left Envoy was probably to become the Cult Master's personal eyes and ears, and to establish a different information network.

Such a person was naturally the Cult Master's trusted aide. It was no wonder he would directly meet with Chen Luoyang without seeking permission. It seemed normal for him to not be that particular with etiquette when in private.

Chen Luoyang was vigilant because Xiao Yuntian was part of the younger generation faction that was promoted after the Cult Master ascended. It meant that he must be a young elite that was born in the Demon Cult. He might be young, but his cultivation was enough to contest with the influential figures of the Divine Province. This person might be an old friend that grew up together with the Cult Master.

While pondering in the heart, Chen Luoyang asked, "Why are you behaving like this? Are you worried that This Seat is determined to take down Shu Prefecture and would risk having another battle with the Sword Pavilion Lord here?"

"I believe that Cult Master can do anything that he wishes to achieve," Xiao Yuntian said. "But the enemy's alliance army should have already departed for the south and is headed straight for our cult's sacred domain. If Cult Master returns after taking Shu Prefecture, the timing might be overly strained."

Chen Luoyang tapped on the armrest gently and suddenly smiled. "I have never noticed that you actually belittle This Seat so much."

Xiao Yuntian bowed and said, "Yuntian doesn't dare to."

"The shrine must not be lost. This Seat will rush back immediately. As for the Shu Prefecture, does it need to be as long as one year? Only incapable individuals have to choose between two choices. This Seat wants it all."

The wind that enveloped Xiao Yuntian had finally wavered and revealed a fluctuation of emotion. Through the wind, there was obviously an astonished expression that could be seen from the eyes.

On the same day, the Demon Cult army, which had been besieging the Golden Summit's Huayan Temple for many days, had ceased battle and withdrawn its troops.

The orthodox heroes on the Golden Summit were all cheering in unison while the leaders had varied expressions.

"It seems like the Demon Cult members have already detected the movements from His Majesty," said a Great Xia Imperial Clan expert wearing a python robe. "These demons aren't that foolish, but it is already too late."

Nie Hua said, "We have been able to stall them for a few days, and this allowed us to seize the decisive opportunity."

The host of this place, Huayan Temple's Zen Master Xindeng put his palms together and said, "Namo Amitabha. Now that the Demon Cult has withdrawn their troops, peace has finally been returned to the Shu Prefecture."

Nie Hua looked at the Five Color Hall Master, Song Lun, who only knew of the entire plan today. "Hall Master Song please don't be offended…"

Song Lun didn't look angry and simply shook his head. "Third Sir doesn't have to mind. This matter is of great importance. If this humble Song is in your position, I will also be extra cautious. Since the Demon Cult has withdrawn their troops, and the Golden Summit is unscathed, then this humble Song's visit to the Shu Prefecture isn't in vain."

"We must not relax yet," Nie Hua said. "My master ordered me to put on a pursuit and maintain pressure on the enemy."

That Great Xia Empire's nobleman said, "With the Pavilion Lord chasing at the back, Chen Luoyang wouldn't be able rest easy and wouldn't dare to make haste without restraint. If there is a slight mistake, Chen Luoyang, the great demon's head shall be immediately taken off by the Pavilion Lord's sword. If we continue to stall them, then His Majesty will have more time."

"If the Demon Sovereign is able to rush back to the Southern Desolate Demon Domain, the Demon Cult would be able to combine both their internal and external forces. They would then be formidable."

Nie Hua said, "This battle shall affect the fate of the Grand Divine Province till many years in the future. We orthodox factions must do our best. Everyone please keep to the original plan and proceed south with my master. Even if we cannot eradicate the Demon Cult in this battle, we need to deal a huge blow to them."

The battle for Shu Prefecture seemed to have reached a conclusion. However, like the surge of a storm, an intense wave swept through the world and blew the storm from the Shu Prefecture to the entire Divine Province.

Qingliang Temple's Elder Mingjing said, "The Demon Cult is malevolent and deceitful in many ways. We need to be cautious that they might be pretending to retreat and have laid an ambush."

"Elder is extremely correct," Nie Hua said.

The Great Xia Empire's nobleman asked Song Lun, "What is Hall Master Song's intention?"

Song Lun cupped his hands and said, "In response to Your Highness, King Zhao

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, since the Demon Cult has withdrawn their troops, this humble Song shall also return to the Yu Prefecture."

"Hall Master Song, the Demon Cult might be returning in low spirits after a defeat, but at this current juncture, there is already no possibility of withdrawal. We need to do everything with the spirit to eliminate all future worries," Nie Hua said.

"Third Sir doesn't have to worry. This humble Song understands that a launched arrow has no way of turning back," Song Lun said. "This humble Song is returning back to Mountain City to coordinate the entire Five Color Hall. After all, officially contesting the Demon Cult isn't a small matter, and it will make the people unsteady."

Nie Hua and the others said, "We truly admire Hall Master Song for having such great principles."

After discussing an appropriate plan, everyone moved out.

The sword light that was like a bright sun had penetrated the heavens again. It was striving for radiance against the real sun during daytime.

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Chapter 20

The Demon Cult arrived with aggression but left in a hurry.

They didn't dare to retreat blindly to avoid getting counterattacked and pursued by the enemy. Three of the branches gathered at the Cult Master's side and left the Golden Summit's Huayan Temple together.

They were waiting for orders from the Cult Master to decide if they were going to firm up their formations before retreating back to their respective territories or to return and provide reinforcements to the Demon Cult Shrine.

When the massive Clear Sky sword light blazed into the sky again, the Demon Cult members could all see it and were feeling immense pressure. However, the Demon Cult members felt at ease again when the sword light merely hovered in the sky and didn't try to stop the dragon carriage that departed by itself.

However, by withdrawing their troops after a strong start but weak finish, it had caused the Demon Cult's army to be demoralized.

"Delay the speed." Protector Xingtian, Hong Yan, looked at the Clear Sky sword light at the back.

That fearsome pillar of light moved unhurriedly and followed behind the Demon Cult members.

The existence of the Sword Pavilion Lord was something that the Demon Cult didn't dare to underestimate. It was imaginable that there would be other orthodox members following beside the Pavilion Lord.

With such an army in pursuit, the Demon Cult wouldn't be able to retreat without worry and wouldn't be able to speedily return to assist the shrine.

The enemy didn't come too close and would only follow from a distance that wasn't too far or too close.

"The secret scheme had turned into an overt plot. We might know that the opposition is hiding a known truth, but we are still hindered by them," the Demon Cult's Seventh Elder, Shangguan Song, said slowly. "The Sword Sovereign isn't in a hurry. With the two Sovereigns tying each other up, it is actually advantageous to them."

Hong Yan nodded without saying anything while Shangguan Song looked up at the floating palace that was pulled by six dragons. "If he didn't strive to achieve extraordinary feats and challenged the Sword Sovereign, then attacked the Shu Prefecture blindly, would our cult be in this crisis?"

Shangguan Song then shook his head repeatedly. "By attacking the Shu Prefecture, we have fallen into the enemy's scheme and lost out at a key moment. It didn't just put our sacred domain's shrine in danger, the Shu Prefecture conquest also ended up with a strong start but a weak finish. It has affected our cult's prestige and morale."

"Young and frivolous, excessively arrogant, nepotistic, relying on martial strength. He isn't equipped with anything that is worthy of being the Cult Master. He is only a madman who is all brawn."

Hong Yan said, "He is trying to mend the pen after the sheep are lost

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."

Shangguan Song said, "He does wish to mend the pen after the sheep are lost, but I am afraid it is too late. Right now, we can only hope that the Grand Hall Chief and Grand Elder will be able to hold on."

Shangguan Song's eyes were very abstruse. "If the Grand Hall Chief is able to save this desperate crisis, then the prestige of the cult will be able to overcome the mistakes that our Cult Master has made and will prevent our cult from being consigned to eternal damnation. With the two contrasting events, we might be able to achieve our great objective and overturn the entire situation and bring order out of chaos…"

"The Three Sovereigns check and balance each other," Hong Yan said.

"That's right. It is rather good that the two Sovereigns are keeping each other in check. His greatest function right now is to restrain the Sword Sovereign." Shangguan Song suddenly let out a long breath and said softly, "Furthermore, right now, he might be strong in appearance but weak on the inside and is putting up a false front. This old one suspects that his injuries after the battle with the Sword Sovereign have yet to fully recover. It is a pity that other than Vajra, there is another Xiao Yuntian with him. If not, we could test him…"

Hong Yan knitted his brows tightly and just as he was going to say something, he closed his mouth again.

The Cult Master's attendant from the dragon carriage had arrived to relay the order for them to see the Cult Master.

When Hong Yan and Shangguan Song arrived at the main hall, they saw that Protector Zhurong Zhang Tianheng and the other Demon Cult experts were already here.

Chen Luoyang sat in a high seat and swept a glance at everyone below. "The first half of this battle has come to an end. We will now begin the second half of the battle. Each of you will immediately pick your elite subordinates and break off from the main army to make a pretend retreat, but you will actually be laying an ambush."

When the Demon Cult members heard the statement, they had their own individual expressions.

Zhang Tianheng revealed an excited expression. "I am already very unhappy with those lingering ghosts behind us. We are just waiting for Cult Master's order. Don't worry, I will lead my men to set up an ambush at the front. When they come over, we will claim their corpses!"

"Not at the front," Chen Luoyang said. "Make a detour and go behind them."

"Behind them?" Zhang Tianheng was startled. "Does Cult Master mean between them and the Golden Summit?"

Everyone stared blankly for a moment before realizing something and looking back at their Cult Master.

"That's right, along their path to assist the Golden Summit." Chen Luoyang verified his subordinates' conjecture.

Shangguan Song blurted out, "Along their path to assist the Golden Summit? Does that mean that the Golden Summit is already in the hands of our cult?"

Shangguan Song looked around. All the Demon Cult experts that attacked the Golden Summit previously were all here. It included the mysterious Left Envoy, Xiao Yuntian who was enveloped in flowing wind.

Even if the orthodox members have come out to pursue us, there must still be experts staying behind to guard the Golden Summit…

Hong Yan and Shangguan Song looked at each other in dismay. They could see the shock in one another's eyes. The others, including Xiao Yuntian, were all looking at Chen Luoyang with astonishment.

Chen Luoyang let out an indifferent smile. "This Seat said that I want Shu Prefecture. It means that it belongs to This Seat."

…

When the Demon Sovereign withdrew his troops, the "Sword Sovereign" led a group of people in pursuit.

The smoke of war on the Golden Summit had finally scattered.

"Next up is to recover the lost territories, wipe out the remaining Cult demons, and take the entire Shu Prefecture back under control."

The Great Xia Empire's King Zhao said with high spirits, "Most of the Demon Cult army will have to return to aid their demon domain's shrine with Chen Luoyang, the great demon. Even if they couldn't return to the shrine, they would be securing the borders of the demon domain. They are definitely unable to stay in the Shu Prefecture."

Huayan Temple's Zen Master Xindeng placed his palms together. "Namo Amitabha. It is truly a blessing for the Shu Prefecture's citizens for King Zhao to temporarily serve as the Shu Prefecture Governor."

King Zhao smiled and said, "Zen Master is too courteous. This King is only staying in the Shu Prefecture temporarily to help the people recover. Huayan Temple is still the Shu Prefecture's mainstay. For the future of the Shu Prefecture, I believe we will have great cooperation."

Just as the duo was talking, an old monk suddenly appeared. It was the Qingliang Temple's Elder Mingjing.

"Senior Xindeng, King Zhao." Elder Mingjing had a rather grave expression. "There is something wrong with the Five Color Hall Master Song."

Zen Master Xindeng and King Zhao's expressions had also turned stern. "What is going on?"

"He wants to leave the Golden Summit but is packing his belongings in a dilly-dally manner," Elder Mingjing said. "Furthermore, this old monk noticed that he didn't just contact his subordinates from the Five Color Hall, he is also secretly contacting others."

Zen Master Xindeng placed his palms together. "The Shu and Yu Prefectures are connected. This old abbot is rather familiar with Hall Master Song. He is amiable on the outside, but aggressive on the inside, and is thriving with ambition. He is dedicated to strengthening the Five Color Hall, and it is hard to imagine that he would willingly serve the Demon Cult. I cannot imagine what kind of precious treasures the Demon Sovereign could use to tempt him."

King Zhao said in a deep tone, "The Five Color Hall is surrounded by formidable factions, and Song Lun has been suppressed in the Yu Prefecture. This time, it is possible that Song Lun wishes to seize the Shu Prefecture for himself. Third Sir Nie and the others have followed the Pavilion Lord to pursue the Demon Sovereign. Now that the Golden Summit is weakly defended, if Song Lun gets external help, he might be able to succeed."

King Zhao looked at the two old monks and said, "The reason doesn't matter. Shu Prefecture must not be lost. We will eliminate the internal threats first."

Elder Mingjing said, "I am afraid of alerting him. Therefore, this old monk didn't dare to act recklessly earlier."

"Let's go over together," Zen Master Xindeng said.

Three experts immediately headed for the Five Color Hall Master Song Lun's residence.

When Song Lun was surrounded by the trio, he had an expression that was calm like water. "With the desire to put the sin on me, there isn't a need to worry about the pretext! In this humble Song's opinion, you are the people that wish to eliminate this humble Song and devour my Five Color Hall's foundation in Yu Prefecture, right?"

King Zhao grunted. "Since you colluded with the Demon Cult, even your death isn't enough to pay for your sins!"

Song Lun had actually spoken of King Zhao's main intention. Colluding with the Demon Cult was obviously a great pretext, and all other sins would be added in as well.

When the three experts attacked together, Song Lun was gradually losing out. Previously, during the battle with the Demon Cult, he was already injured. Right now, because of a careless mistake, he was struck on the back by Elder Mingjing's staff and collapsed after vomiting blood.

Just as King Zhao was planning to execute the final strike, there was a strange and dark sword light that lit up beside him.

The sword light was silent and without presence, the assassin was faint and illusory. King Zhao was caught off guard and was barely able to adapt and block.

However, the assassin's sword intent condensed into a strange scarlet dragon that had the body of a snake and the face of a person. When the scarlet dragon closed its eyes, it emitted radiance that was like daytime. When it closed its eyes, it was dusky like nighttime.

Day and night interchanged, making it as though everything was upside down and in chaos.

King Zhao felt his speed become extremely slow, while his enemy was extremely fast.

If he was confronting the enemy while being alert and on guard, he might be able to block it. However, he was facing a surprise attack and was assailed by the enemy's sword intent, making it hard to struggle free.

In just a split moment, fresh blood spurted out, and King Zhao was staggering with severe injuries.

He lifted his head to look at the assassin. "Demon Cult's 36 Secret Arts… Illusion Demon Body Technique and Illumination Dragon Sword? You are 'Nine Yin Illusion Sword' Liu Si?"

The female assassin looked to be slightly over twenty years old. She had a graceful appearance and looked to be gentle and refined.

She smiled and said, "You can also call me Azure Dragon 1."

The sudden turn of events had also shocked Zen Master Xindeng. Just as he was about to help King Zhao, he felt an intense pain on his back!

Zen Master Xindeng's mouth oozed with blood as he turned around in disbelief.

Elder Mingjing was wielding his staff with a calm expression.

"She is Azure Dragon 1." Elder Mingjing said softly, "This old monk is Dragon 1."

Zen Master Xindeng's expression changed several times. "I have longed to meet with the Three Dragons outside of the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall. But this old abbot never expected for Senior Mingjing to actually be bribed by the Demon Cult."

There was a rumor in the martial world stating that the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall had the Azure Dragon Seven Constellations, the 18 Dragon Claws, and the 108 Dragon Scales. But outside the hall, they actually had Three Dragons.

They were all venerable experts from prestigious factions. During normal times, they were sanctimonious in their own faction but had secretly joined the Demon Cult.

Elder Mingjing had an indifferent expression. "Since the Buddha isn't able to bless everyone and give them their livelihood, then this old monk can only search for the truth in another manner."

"The old abbot doesn't have the intention to argue with Senior Mingjing." Zen Master Xindeng smiled bitterly and looked at Song Lun who had collapsed by the side. "It is a pity that I listened to your lies and wronged Hall Master Song."

Song Lun let out a cold snort.

Elder Mingjing then smiled and said, "Your side has three while our side has two. This old monk doesn't have a choice but to use schemes. I hope Senior Xindeng won't be offended."

Azure Dragon 1, Liu Si put her sword in front and said, "Zen Master Xindeng doesn't have to feel regret. Since the three of you are going to have the same outcome."

"This old abbot doesn't think so," Zen Master Xindeng said with palms together. "This place is the Golden Summit."

On the top of Zen Master Xindeng's head, the Buddhist martial dao sutra formed a giant Buddhist lantern that illuminated the entire place. Influenced by him, the Buddha light on the Golden Summit lit up again.

With the support of the rays of Buddha light, the massive Buddhist lantern was like a mountain that enveloped Zen Master Xindeng, King Zhao, and Song Lun. Liu Si's sword and Elder Mingjing's staff were blocked by the Buddha light.

"This old abbot doesn't have the strength to fight back. But it isn't bad to provide support by offering a firm defense," Zen Master Xindeng said with his palms together.

But right at this moment, his back suffered another heavy attack! It was an attack that came from inside the Buddha light protection.

The Buddhist lantern above Zen Master Xindeng's head suddenly dimmed while he turned his head around with difficulty.

Song Lun said in an insipid tone, "Master, please forgive me."

As soon as he finished talking, the second fist struck Zen Master Xindeng!

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The Huayan Temple's Buddha light was protecting Zen Master Xindeng's body. While Elder Mingjing and Azure Dragon 1 Liu Si were outside the Buddha light, they weren't able to do anything.

However, when Song Lun suddenly made his move inside the protection of the Buddha light, Zen Master Xindeng suffered a huge blow.

He who was already injured could no longer withstand more after receiving two consecutive fists from Song Lun. The illusory Buddha lantern above Zen Master Xindeng's head shattered.

Elder Mingjing let out a sigh and looked at Liu Si and Song Lun. "All in all, this old monk has over 40 years of friendship with Zen Master Xindeng. Now that the Golden Summit has been captured, he will not obstruct the Divine Cult's advance. For the sake of this old monk, can his life be spared?"

Song Lun said, "As long as it doesn't ruin the Cult Master's plans."

"This old monk shall undertake the responsibility and will not allow Senior Xindeng to have the opportunity," Elder Mingjing said.

Liu Si smiled and said, "I am just afraid that Zen Master Xindeng won't be appreciative of your kindness."

As expected, Zen Master Xindeng, who had collapsed by the side with a dispirited expression, had lifted his palm and struck at his own skull. However, Elder Mingjing was able to restrain him before it could happen.

Zen Master Xindeng wasn't sad or angry. His eyes were lifeless as he said, "This old abbot was blind to invite wolves into my abode. Mingjing, do you still wish for this old abbot to suffer the humiliation of being a prisoner?"

"Senior Xindeng is too stubborn," Elder Mingjing smiled and stated.

Liu Si then walked away from Elder Mingjing's side. "King Zhao of the Great Xia Empire. I wonder, what is his relationship with Elder Mingjing?"

Elder Mingjing replied, "Benefactor

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may deal with him as you please."

King Zhao was severely injured and wanted to escape, but he was obstructed by Liu Si and Song Lun. Soon enough, he suffered another serious injury.

"King Zhao doesn't have to worry. I will not kill you either," Liu Si said. "However, my cult wishes to find out some things from you. I hope you will cooperate."

"Of course, it is fine if you don't cooperate. Azure Dragon 2 will be very happy to have a martial king as a subject to test his 108 torture methods. It is such a rare chance, and he should be overjoyed."

King Zhao had an ashen expression as he looked at Liu Si, but she had already turned and left.

Along with Song Lun, they went on to clear up the rest of the monks in Huayan Temple on the Golden Summit. Elder Mingjing remained here to watch over Zen Master Xindeng and King Zhao. No matter what the duo did, he would turn a deaf ear.

The Golden Summit was currently enveloped in the sounds of slaughter. After the protective Buddha light vanished, the Azure Dragon Hall's elites that were laying in ambush had charged up the Golden Summit to eradicate the Huayan Temple's disciples.

Liu Si and Song Lun returned a short moment later. Zen Master Xindeng had a dispirited expression and had closed his eyes silently.

Liu Si cupped her hands. "We are able to capture the Golden Summit all because of Hall Master Song."

Song Lun responded, "It is nothing. This humble Song is just conforming to destiny and doesn't dare to claim credit. Elder Mingjing is the crucial factor in our success. It is also because of Fairy Liu's exquisite cultivation and ability to infiltrate the mountain for an ambush."

Azure Dragon 1, Liu Si, was proficient in assassination, infiltration, and ambush. All the absolute arts that she cultivated were all beneficial for this aspect.

However, she had reached the cultivation stage of a martial king before the age of 30. Her young age was truly something that caused Song Lun to lament. The capability of the Demon Cult became more shocking as one understood more.

"It is all thanks to the two of you that I am able to infiltrate the mountain and not be detected by Zen Master Xindeng," Liu Si smiled and stated.

Elder Mingjing placed his palms together and faced Song Lun. "Hall Master Song doesn't have to be overly modest. If you weren't here today, we would not have been able to capture the Golden Summit."

The crucial part was for there to be two members on the inside. If there was only Elder Mingjing alone, if Liu Si or other Demon Cult experts appeared, Zen Master Xindeng would immediately realize that a traitor had aided the Demon Cult expert to infiltrate the temple.

The Buddha light protection of the Golden Summit could be maintained for a long period of time, and Zen Master Xindeng would be cautious and on guard against other traitors.

At that moment, it was up to Song Lun. There were suspicions on him previously, but he quickly cleansed off his suspicion. It meant that he would be greatly trusted during this short period of time.

It was a psychological trap that was simple yet effective. The Shu Prefecture's sacred place, one of the three Buddhist factions, the Huayan Temple had been destroyed because of it.

"It is Cult Master's brilliant plan. This humble Song is only listening to orders," Song Lun stated.

Liu Si and Elder Mingjing were nodding repeatedly. "Cult Master is able to devise a profound battle plan and has great insight."

Up until this moment, they were still curious as to how Chen Luoyang was able to subdue this ambitious Five Color Hall Master who wasn't willing to serve others.

The Azure Dragon Hall's Three Dragons on the outside didn't know about each other's identities; therefore, Elder Mingjing wondered if Song Lun had the same title as him. However, when Song Lun expressed that he was receiving direct orders from Cult Master Chen Luoyang, Elder Mingjing knew that Song Lun was different from him. Because Elder Mingjing was only communicating with the Azure Dragon Hall Chief. As a result, Elder Mingjing was even more curious.

"For the next part, I will have to trouble Elder Mingjing," Liu Si looked down the mountain and said to Elder Mingjing.

There were some disciples of the Huayan Temple who had escaped from the mountain. It was obvious that they would chase after and contact Nie Hua's group that had left earlier. However, they only saw Liu Si and Song Lun slaughtering the others, they still didn't know of the situation with Elder Mingjing.

Elder Mingjing placed his palms together and drifted down the mountain to look for Nie Hua and the others.

The Demon Sovereign and the Sword Sovereign confronted each other. They were constantly stopping and moving off; therefore, their speed wasn't fast. Elder Mingjing caught up to Nie Hua and the others at a rather fast speed.

Everyone was flabbergasted.

"What benefit does Song Lun have to join the Demon Cult? He can only be a Protector at best. Could any of the four Hall Chiefs or the two Envoys be replaced by him?" A martial king of the Great Xia Empire had an uncomprehending expression. "His Majesty, the Other Tribe's Left Sage King, and the Wang Clan head are marching south. The Demon Cult's destruction is already imminent, but Song Lun is still behaving like this? Is he insane?"

An elder with a pale and beardless face asked with a feminine tone, "How much longer can Zen Master Xindeng hold out?"

Elder Mingjing said, "The Demon Cult lured our forces away from their objective. Senior Xindeng and King Zhao are barely holding on. This old monk broke through the enemy lines to seek assistance. The situation is critical, and I earnestly request for everyone to help. Senior Xindeng has suffered injuries from Song Lun's surprise attack. He will not be able to last for long."

The pale and beardless Great Xia Empire's imperial chief eunuch said to Nie Hua, "The Demon Cult demons are deceitful in many ways. They might have other schemes and have put down ambushes to kill us when we return to offer help. Can I trouble Third Sir to seek the Pavilion Lord's opinion and to make a decision."

Nie Hua nodded.

…

He obviously wasn't going to see the Sword Pavilion Lord. After seeing his Fourth Junior, Nie Hua sighed, "It was my mistake to be misled by Song Lun. It resulted in suffering for the Huayan Temple."

"If we disregard the Shu Prefecture, the Golden Summit will be captured, and we will have enemies on both sides. But if we split up our forces, it will be too weak," the young man holding the long box said. "The only plan now is to gather our forces. Third Senior, all of you will return to resolve the Golden Summit's problem before returning. During this period of time, I shall stay here alone."

Nie Hua frowned.

"Our deterrence depends on our master's famous reputation. A single person standing guard and a few people standing guard doesn't make a difference," the youth said. "Senior doesn't have to worry about me. The overall situation is more important, and in order to turn the tide, we have to take some risks."

Nie Hua wasn't a garrulous person. He nodded slowly and said, "If that is the case, Fourth Junior please pardon me. I will return as quickly as possible!"

The youth laughed and said, "I naturally know the speed of Third Senior's Flying Sword."

Nie Hua and the other experts immediately headed back to the Golden Summit to offer help. However, along their way back, there were people waiting for them.

The Demon Cult's Seventh Elder, Shangguan Song, had been waiting here while holding his breath in anticipation. He was paying attention to the distance with anxiety. He was hoping that their group would be waiting for nothing and would have wasted their time.

However, the Golden Summit had relayed a message over. Deep in his heart, Shangguan Song knew that he was probably going to be disappointed.

When the returning figures of Nie Hua and the others appeared in his vision, Shangguan Song only had one thought in his mind:

How did this happen?

But he didn't have time to continue thinking.

"Cult Master is brilliant and has insight. Let's make our move." Xiao Yuntian who was enveloped in the wind appeared to have regained his composure and was first to rush out.

Zhang Tianheng laughed heartily; Wang Dubao laughed mischievously, while Hong Yan charged out without a single sound.

A group of Demon Cult experts emerged from ambush. Shangguan Song could only sigh and follow behind everyone.

Within the dragon carriage's main hall, the only Demon Cult expert was Vajra, and he was still serving beside Chen Luoyang.

He called out excitedly, "Reporting to Cult Master, everything is as you expected! Nie Hua and those people are really rushing back! The Golden Summit has fallen into the hands of our cult!"

"Stop shouting." Chen Luoyang used his finger to tap on his armrest. "Be quiet a little."

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Seeing his Cult Master's composed expression, Vajra had also composed himself. He let out a mischievous laugh and said, "Cult master is supremely clever in his schemes and is able to destroy the enemy with a snap of his fingers."

Chen Luoyang looked at Vajra and said, "Looking at your earlier reaction, are you very surprised with this outcome?"

Vajra got a shock and knelt down. "I don't dare, I don't dare! Cult Master has misunderstood me. I—I am just a boor who has never seen the world. That's why I was making a fuss about nothing. Your brilliance is able to obtain victory even from thousands of miles away. If anyone dares to question this point, I shall be the first to burst the person's head!"

Chen Luoyang looked at Vajra silently while the latter's forehead was dripping with cold sweat.

After a long while, Chen Luoyang said indifferently, "Alright, get up."

In response, Vajra let out a relaxed breath and stood up hesitantly. He then looked at Chen Luoyang and wanted to say something but held back.

"Speak." Chen Luoyang sat on the tall throne and gently knocked on the armrest.

"Cult Master, didn't Song Lun of the Five Color Hall reject your recruitment that day?" Vajra couldn't understand as he asked, "Could it be that he looked for you privately again and pledged his allegiance?"

"He had already agreed that time," Chen Luoyang said casually.

Vajra had a confused expression that was filled with question marks, but Chen Luoyang didn't explain. A sense of mystery would aid to maintain a ruler's prestige.

In fact, Chen Luoyang was hit with inspiration when they were facing the Sword Pavilion's Nie Hua. He didn't expose Yang Xiaofeng's matter; instead, he used the Cloud Star Herb to give Song Lun a reminder.

On the one hand, it was to let Song Lun know that his only descendant was in the hands of the Demon Cult. On the other hand, it was an obscure method to remind Song Lun to keep his own secret. It was more advantageous to the Demon Cult for Song Lun to stay hidden in the Golden Summit.

It was obvious that Song Lun understood Chen Luoyang's intention, resulting in today's outcome.

Back when Chen Luoyang found out that Elder Mingjing was one of the Three Dragons that was secretly nurtured by the Azure Dragon Hall, and when he successfully subdued Song Lun, he was already confident in taking down the Golden Summit. The only problem was when and what price had to be paid.

After realizing that the opposition was using trickery to create a diversion, Chen Luoyang simply beat them at their own game and took advantage of the situation. He lured the opposition away from their territory and struck them at various locations. It was definitely the quickest way to seize the Shu Prefecture while paying the smallest price from the Demon Cult.

Right now, only the final phase remains.

"Cult Master, about the Sword Sovereign…?" Vajra looked outside the palace and probed with a question.

Chen Luoyang tapped his finger on the armrest. He was 70% certain that the Sword Pavilion Lord was also severely injured and was just putting on a strong front. He even suspected that the opposition wasn't the Pavilion Lord himself. It was why he dared to execute this plan.

Now, it was to see the opposition's reaction.

Nie Hua and his group were ambushed during the return trip. The news of an ambush on both the interior and exterior had been quickly relayed.

A vast and forceful sword light suddenly surged within the valley. As the sword burst through the clouds, it was extremely bright in the sky.

When the Demon Cult members saw the sword light, their hearts tensed up, while Chen Luoyang's heart relaxed.

If the Sword Sovereign was genuine, he would have turned back to help out Nie Hua and the others who were in trouble. Why would he continue to show his prowess? Was he waiting for a group photo?

It was because the Sword Sovereign was only strong in appearance but weak in reality, while also being apprehensive that Chen Luoyang, the Demon Sovereign, had fully recovered. That's why the Sword Sovereign could only demonstrate his prowess to intimidate.

On the other hand, Chen Luoyang had been constantly observing the Sword Sovereign's sword light — during the meeting with Song Lun, when they were pursuing as the Demon Cult was withdrawing its troops, and at this current moment.

There were a total of three incidents, and the intensity of the sword light was exactly the same.

It might be possible to say that the Sword Sovereign had thorough control of his power; however, the sword light didn't have any emotions or fluctuations.

On the first time, when the two Sovereigns were confronting each other, the sword light didn't have any trace of determination for battle.

On the second time, when pursuing the Demon Cult, the sword light didn't have any feeling that it was at ease after the victory.

On the third time, when his disciple was attacked, the sword light didn't emit any feeling of anger or that the Sword Sovereign was offended.

It might be possible to explain it as the Sword Sovereign's mental state being clear and unaffected by the outside world's influence, allowing him to maintain a steady mind from start to finish. However, there was ultimately a kind of… overly mechanical feeling?

After the first two incidents, it was inevitable that Chen Luoyang would suspect that the opposition was just using a sort of diversionary tactic and that it wasn't the Sword Sovereign himself.

After the third time, Chen Luoyang was almost able to confirm this suspicion.

"Bring the carriage forward." Chen Luoyang was completely calm as he casually gestured at Vajra.

Seeing his Cult Master's confident expression, Vajra was invigorated and immediately drove the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage to turn back towards the mountain range that was enveloped in the Clear Sky sword light.

The distance between the two sides was starting to close up. That Clear Sky sword light finally had a bit of change and seemed to be stronger.

After seeing that the Demon Sovereign's Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage didn't have any intention to stop, the sword light suddenly dimmed… and retreated rapidly!

The opposition wasn't able to maintain their vigor. The members of the Demon Cult were in an uproar.

Vajra was radiant with delight. "Cult Master, it seems like the Sword Sovereign's body isn't doing well!"

Chen Luoyang responded with an "mm" before saying, "Chase."

The sword light was rapidly moving towards Nie Hua's group. Apart from Nie Hua, the others were first delighted before they were alarmed.

The person inside the sword light wasn't the orthodox faction's main pillar, the Sword Pavilion Lord. Instead, it was a young man that didn't seem to be 20 years old yet.

Everyone recognized this person too.

Extinction Sword, Xie Xingmang.

He was one of the Sword Pavilion Five Heroes and the fourth direct-line disciple of the Pavilion Lord. He was also known as the Divine Province's Fourth Sir of the Sword Pavilion. Similar to his other seniors and juniors, he was already a martial king at a young age. His sword dao was innovative and unique, and had the bearing of a grandmaster.

However, everyone felt their hearts sank after seeing him.

"Since the trickery has been exposed, why do you still come? You have also trapped yourself in danger." Nie Hua smiled bitterly.

After seeing his junior's appearance, he knew the whole situation.

"Even if I cannot rescue everyone, I can still provide support to bring the rest of you out. If I can rescue you, I definitely have to do it." As Xie Xingmang spoke, he shattered the long box in his hand that was emitting the sword light.

When the box shattered, the sword light grew stronger, and there was a sword whetstone inside. When the members of the two factions saw it, they were immediately enlightened.

Subsequently, Xie Xingmang drew his sword and sliced on the sword whetstone multiple times to form an unadorned and mysterious rune mark. The sword whetstone's sword light condensed onto the rune mark before cracks appeared. The whetstone suddenly shattered!

There was a violent force that suddenly extended out to temporarily block Xiao Yuntian, Zhang Tianheng, Shangguan Song, and the rest of the Demon Cult experts.

Nie Hua and Xie Xingmang took the opportunity to call out to their comrades to quickly leave. Right now, only martial kings like them had the capability to escape here.

However, right at this moment, an anomaly happened again!

A Buddhist staff suddenly rose up. Buddhist light condensed and turned into an eight-armed golden arhat that was over ten meters tall.

This eight-armed golden arhat was holding a staff in each of its arms. The eight staffs then turned into a flurry of light and shadow which enveloped Nie Hua, Xie Xingmang, and two of the Great Xia Empire's martial kings.

The golden arhat was produced by the Qingliang Temple's Elder Mingjing who had been fighting alongside them!

The sudden assault had shocked everyone.

Apart from Nie Hua who was fastest among everyone, the three others were held back and slowed down.

After slowing down by just a split moment, the Demon Cult members caught up again.

"You are the real traitor?!" Nie Hua let out a severe yell as streaks of sword light slashed down, but a burst of gale suddenly blew over and neutralized his sword light.

Xiao Yuntian abruptly appeared in front of Nie Hua.

Nie Hua and the others fell into more despair as the massive mountain-like Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage appeared in the distant horizon.

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Chapter 23

The identities of the Three Dragons outside of the Azure Dragon Hall were kept secret. When Elder Mingjing suddenly changed sides, Xiao Yuntian, Shangguan Song, and the others were also surprised. However, their subordinates didn't slow down at all and were charging ahead to kill Nie Hua, Xie Xingmang, and the other cultists.

Chen Luoyang's imperial carriage that was pulled by six dragons had emerged from the horizon unhurriedly.

"Third Senior, go!" Xie Xingmang yelled out sternly. "Escape even if you are the only one!"

He had the title as Extinction Sword, and among the Sword Pavilion Five Heroes, he had the most lethality and was the most ruthless. His sword presence was sharp and decisive.

Sword intent was surging into the sky at this moment, and each of his moves was executed as though his life depended on it, managing to repel Shangguan Song and Elder Mingjing. Afterward, he united with his sword and slashed indiscriminately at Xiao Yuntian.

Xiao Yuntian frowned and had no choice but to deal with Xie Xingmang's sword edge.

Nie Hua took a glance…

One of the two Great Xia Empire's martial kings was attacking aggressively and confronting the Demon Cult's Protector Zhurong, Zhang Tianheng. He was being pressured and was constantly taking steps back. The other martial king might be slippery; however, he was surrounded by the Demon Cult's Protector Xingtian, Hong Yan, and Protector Kuafu, Wang Dubao. It was impossible for him to escape.

Elder Mingjing and Shangguan Song who Xie Xingmang had desperately repelled had caught up again. Xie Xingmang couldn't even be bothered to talk and was slashing at Elder Mingjing like a mad tiger.

Nie Hua and Xie Xingmang had been interacting with each other in the discipleship for many years and had a close relationship. Their hearts were nearly interlinked.

How could Nie Hua not understand that Xie Xingmang was informing him that it was fine to die together because of their brotherhood? However, if no one from today's incident made it out, Elder Mingjing would continue to be an infiltrator.

Today's matter might just happen to their seniors, juniors, or other orthodox factions in the future!

This was reasoning that Nie Hua understood well.

He took a glance at Elder Mingjing and fused with his sword light before flying far away into the sky like a rainbow.

The Demon Cult Master's Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage was about to arrive. If Nie Hua hesitated any longer, he wouldn't be able to leave anymore.

If Nie Hua was to escape successfully, he wouldn't waste the sacrifices of his comrades, and it would be the best repayment to them who risked their lives to let him escape.

Nie Hua's speed was one of the fastest among everyone present. With a flash of the sword light, he was instantly flying far away.

"I will go and chase."

Xiao Yuntian turned into wind and vanished from where he was. He chased after rapidly, and his speed didn't seem to be slower than the sword light. Xie Xingmang wanted to obstruct, but Elder Mingjing and Shangguan Song held Xie Xingmang back.

On the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage…

Vajra turned around and looked at Chen Luoyang. "Cult Master…"

"His agility is rather good." Chen Luoyang sat high up and remained unmoved. "But, it is good that the senior and junior are skillful, but you people still need more training."

Vajra smiled apologetically and said, "Cult Master is right to lecture us. My agility isn't better than that Flying Sword. Otherwise, I would definitely chase after him and seize him back for Cult Master to deal with."

Vajra wished he could slap himself four times on the left and right, then again on the right and left.

In terms of age, Chen Luoyang was even younger than Nie Hua, but… what was the status of the Cult Master? What was his cultivation?

Nie Hua and Xie Xingmang's master, the Sword Pavilion Lord, was an equal match for his Cult Master.

As the master of a cult, Chen Luoyang had plenty of formidable subordinates. Did he have to chase after the enemy personally? What logic was that?

If they couldn't make the Sword Sovereign's disciple stay, it would only reflect on the incompetence of the Demon Cult experts.

"Left Envoy Xiao is known as the 'Wind Duke'. His exceptional agility is renowned in the entire world. He will surely be able to bring Nie Hua back," Vajra said with a hesitant tone.

"It doesn't matter." Chen Luoyang didn't really care and said, "Go down and bring those shining shards up from the valley. This Seat wants to see them."

Vajra quickly descended the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage and started to search the valley.

The sword whetstone that Xie Xingmang broke was now scattered in the mountain range. The sword intent might be duller from the shards, but the radiance had yet to dim, and it was still dazzling in the mountains. Vajra gathered the shards and returned to the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage before presenting them to Chen Luoyang.

Chen Luoyang randomly picked up one of the shards, while his heart was thumping vigorously.

The mystical sword intent contained within the shards was actually vaguely affecting the injury in his body.

It is related to the Sword Sovereign… It is the Sword Sovereign's sword whetstone. Perhaps it is due to the frequent contact during cultivation, but after days and months, it has accumulated the Clear Sky Divine Sword's sword intent.

After having it go through a special treatment, Nie Hua and Xie Xingmang were able to borrow this treasure and carry out the plan to impersonate their master.

Chen Luoyang gradually understood.

However, it was only able to put on a pretense, and it didn't possess any true combat ability. It was purely a paper tiger.

But, would I be able to use it to recover…?

Chen Luoyang thought in his heart.

His injuries were caused by the Sword Pavilion Lord's Clear Sky Divine Sword. The source of the problem should be the solution to the problem.

If I wish to recover faster, it will be best with the aid of the Clear Sky Divine Sword. Ying Qingqing's side is still a mystery, and it is hard for anyone to be at ease. Could this thing be an opportunity?

Chen Luoyang communicated with the mysterious black pot in his mind which was also called the Ancient Divine Pot in the Demon Cult.

How can I make use of this shattered sword whetstone to recover my injury?

The blood-red serum in the pot reduced by a little.

Chen Luoyang was invigorated.

This is promising.

Chen Luoyang carefully read the blood-red group of words that appeared at the mouth of the pot. After reading, he was immersed in deep thoughts.

After analyzing and using the Clear Sky sword intent in the sword whetstone, along with the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir, my recovery period will be shortened to around 40 days.

If I look for a person proficient in the Clear Sky Divine Sword to help with my recuperation, along with the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir, my recovery period will be 30 days.

Because the sword whetstone only contains the remnants of the sword intent and not the actual Clear Sky sword qi, the effects are slightly weaker?

Even with all three factors, the recovery period is still at 30 days and not any shorter. It might only be a difference of 10 days, but now that there is a storm rising in the Grand Divine Province, a lot of things can happen in 10 days.

Something life-threatening might just happen… It seems like I can use the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir and the sword whetstone first. I cannot relax on Ying Qingqing's side either. I shall act according to changes in the situation.

After making appropriate plans for later, Chen Luoyang shifted his attention back to the battle at the Shu Mountains. The outcome of the battle was already decided.

Zhang Tianheng was extremely violent, and after a hard confrontation, he smashed his opponent to death with his fists.

Even though he had also suffered some injuries, he was still all smiles. "Satisfying! It has been a long time since I encountered such a satisfying opponent!"

"You are satisfied, but his mouth will remain shut forever. We might miss out on important information," the hunchbacked Wang Dubao coughed lightly and said.

Zhang Tianheng didn't mind and said, "That old eunuch that you guys captured is enough. It is always those inside-attendants who hold the secrets."

By the side, that pale and beardless Great Xia Empire's chief eunuch had already been captured by Hong Yan and Wang Dubao.

At this moment, only the Sword Pavilion's Fourth Sir was still stubbornly resisting. Elder Mingjing and Shangguan Song didn't wish to end their lives in mutual destruction; therefore, they were patiently dealing with Xie Xingmang.

Chen Luoyang looked down from the sky. After 10 great martial kings had exchanged moves at the Shu Mountains below, the mountain ridges had already collapsed, and some were razed flat by the sword lights. The mountain ridge had nearly turned into a large basin.

Xie Xingmang and Elder Mingjing were both using aggressive and sharp moves, while Shangguan Song seemed like he was much more relaxed.

Shangguan Song cultivated the Day of Change Technique, which was one of the Demon Cult's six unrivaled absolute arts.

During the recent period of time, Chen Luoyang was studying this absolute art. As he observed and verified by the side, he had gained some insights.

However, Chen Luoyang heard Vajra trying to curry favor as he laughed and said, "Cult Master, that old Shangguan's slow and soft fighting style is making you annoyed, right? I will go down and help."

In response, Chen Luoyang turned to look at Vajra.

Vajra's smile froze a little as he quickly explained, "Cult Master, I do not have the intention to degrade our Divine Cult's absolute art. I just thought that Cult Master always disliked the Day of Change Technique. That's why I wish to go down and help to settle the battle quickly."

Chen Luoyang had an expressionless face but was raging in his heart.

This Demon Cult Master… He is just a damned freaking pit digger!

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Chapter 24

Apart from the Demon Cult's cult-defining divine technique, the Heaven Demon Blood, there were the six unrivaled absolute arts, the 36 secret arts, and a huge collection of over a hundred other formidable martial arts.

Other than the Heaven Demon Blood that the Cult Master cultivated, he also cultivated four of the six unrivaled absolute arts. As for the other martial arts, he didn't learn any of them.

The Cult Master didn't cultivate any of the 36 secret arts that could fill the role as a core martial art in any A-class faction.

Perhaps he didn't think it was worth cultivating as he had better choices. It should also be the same reason for not cultivating the Ancient Eight Word Classics that was part of the six unrivaled absolute arts.

As for the Day of Change Technique, Chen Luoyang originally believed it was because of time constraints. After all, he was only 20 years old. But now, he understood that he nearly stepped into a huge pit.

This Demon Cult Master didn't cultivate the Day of Change Technique, not because he didn't have time; it was because he disliked it.

Chen Luoyang could infer that this Cult Master liked a fighting style that confronted the enemy in a straightforward manner. The Day of Change Technique was an absolute art that borrowed strength from the enemy. In the original Cult Master's eyes, he might have been afraid that he would be given the title of being cowardly and weak.

Chen Luoyang could even roughly guess this Demon Cult Master's mindset:

I am already this powerful. Why do I have to borrow strength from others? I can just slap them to death, and it will be done!

Chen Luoyang had an urge to roll his eyes in his heart and was cursing violently.

Bullshit! I too know that killing an enemy in a single slap or fist is the most satisfying! If you are that incredible, then don't get severely injured! Look at what a big pit you have left for me…

He took a glance at the apprehensive Vajra. "Go on and settle it quickly." Chen Luoyang then sorted his emotions and said with an indifferent expression, "Capture them alive. This Seat has use for them."

Vajra quickly replied, "Yes, Cult Master!"

Vajra then jumped off the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage. Chen Luoyang had already given a clear order to capture them alive, and Vajra didn't dare to be careless.

As compared to claiming credit for oneself, it was more important to complete the Cult Master's orders. Otherwise, there might not be any contribution and actually more sins.

He immediately called for help from Zhang Tianheng, Hong Yan, Wang Dubao, and others.

Extinction Sword Xie Xingmang wasn't the number one in strength among the Sword Pavilion Five Heroes. However, he had perseverance and decisiveness. He would become stronger as he met stronger foes and would grow bolder as he fought. During life and death battles, he frequently exceeded his limits and defeated enemies stronger than himself.

He was lethal and ruthless. He would rather die than to submit.

People who wanted to kill him would always have to beware of being buried along with him. It would be even harder to capture him alive.

However, the Cult Master had issued his order, and apart from Hong Yan who continued to keep an eye on that old eunuch, the rest of the Demon Cult experts had attacked together.

Vajra, Zhang Tianheng, Wang Dubao, Shangguan Song, Elder Mingjing. They were respectively vigorous, violent, cunning, shrewd, steady.

Two of them originated from the Buddhist factions, while the other three were direct-line disciples of the Demon Cult. Five of them were surrounding and attacking the lone Xie Xingmang. No matter how tenacious Xie Xingmang was, it was hard for a single sword to defeat 10 hands.

After fighting with everything he had and attempting to take down the enemy along with himself, he ultimately fell at the last hurdle. However, when a man was risking his life, no matter how many there were, they wouldn't be a match.

In order to capture him alive, five individuals had to surround him, and the price they paid was Elder Mingjing suffering an injury.

"Reporting to Cult Master, we have captured the Sword Pavilion's Xie Xingmang." Vajra and the others brought the restrained Xie Xingmang and that Great Xie Empire's old eunuch back to the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage.

Chen Luoyang nodded indifferently and didn't bother about Xie Xingmang whose eyes were bloodshot and spewing flames.

He looked at the injured Zhang Tianheng and Elder Mingjing first and said, "Go and deal with your injuries."

The two responded by withdrawing to deal with their wounds and consumed medicine for recuperation.

Chen Luoyang then looked at the remaining two Protectors. "After today's battle, Shu Prefecture will belong to my cult. We have occupied this place newly. Someone needs to oversee the place, sort out the aftermath, and prevent enemies from making a comeback."

He then looked at Wang Dubao and said, "Qian Prefecture is your territory, and that place is important. It links the Shu Prefecture and Xiang Prefecture, forming a barrier for Dian Prefecture. You need to return to Qian Prefecture to oversee the place."

Wang Dubao bowed and said, "I shall comply with Cult Master's orders. When Cult Master returns to the shrine, the journey will include passing through Qian Prefecture. This subordinate is willing to be the vanguard."

Chen Luoyang nodded and looked at Hong Yan. "Shu Prefecture shall be handed to you."

Hong Yan's expression didn't change, and he was still firm like a rock. He bowed and said, "This subordinate understands."

"Song Lun has paid allegiance to my cult. Therefore, Yu Prefecture belongs to my cult as well," Chen Luoyang said. "Song Lun and the Five Color Hall shall be permitted to operate in Shu Prefecture. As for the follow-up arrangements, wait for This Seat to settle the sacred domain's shrine first."

Hong Yan replied, "This subordinate understands, and we shall stand united as one."

"The rest of the people will return to the shrine along with This Seat," Chen Luoyang stated.

After Zhang Tianheng and Elder Mingjing gave some simple treatments to their injuries, they returned to the Cult Master.

After hearing Chen Luoyang's orders, they responded together, "We shall comply with Cult Master's orders."

Shangguan Song had a calm expression but was disappointed in his heart. After taking down the Shu Prefecture, the Demon Cult had a new territory. If he was able to oversee the place, he would regain authority of a territory. However, Shangguan Song had also expected that Chen Luoyang wouldn't possibly allow him, a member of the elder faction, to have such an easy time.

When Chen Luoyang finally asked Hong Yan, who was from the elder faction to stay here, Shangguan Song's mood was lively again.

"Mingjing, you are the one with the most contributions this time," Chen Luoyang said to Elder Mingjing.

Elder Mingjing bowed slightly and said, "It is all because of the guidance from Cult Master and Hall Chief. The other comrades of the Divine Cult have done their part too. This old monk doesn't dare to claim credit alone."

He sounded very modest, but this time, he did have contributions and had also worked hard.

Xie Xingmang hated him extremely, and when he attempted to drag someone to death with him, he didn't target any of the Demon Cult members, as his target was Elder Mingjing.

Shangguan Song, Wang Dubao, and the others knew that Elder Mingjing's promotion was something that was inevitable.

"Nie Hua has escaped, and it is unsuitable for you to remain there," Chen Luoyang said. "If there was someone else, my cult would be able to pin the suspicion on that person, and you would have been able to continue your infiltration."

Nie Hua was one of the only five direct-line disciples under the Sword Sovereign. Of course, it was possible for the Sword Pavilion to have a traitor. But for this battle, Nie Hua and Xie Xingmang held the secret of the Sword Sovereign's sword whetstone. If Nie Hua had been the Demon Cult's spy, the revealing of this information would have theoretically allowed the Demon Cult to obtain an overwhelming victory.

That's why it was hard to pin the suspicion on Nie Hua.

"You are injured right now, and it isn't good for you to stay in the Shu Prefecture alone. You shall temporarily move with This Seat," Chen Luoyang stated.

Elder Mingjing replied respectfully, "Yes, Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang sat high up and waved his hand gently. "Alright, let's move."

Everyone complied to their respective orders and started moving.

Hong Yan led his subordinates to deal with the Golden Summit's aftermath before coordinating with Song Lun to wipe out the Shu Prefecture.

Azure Dragon 1, Liu Si, had already vanished with the Great Xia Empire's King Zhao.

Wang Dubao moved out first and cleared the path ahead for the Cult Master.

The others moved along with Chen Luoyang.

The Demon Cult army had now departed again and was returning to the Demon Domain's shrine. Over there was a much bigger fight than today's battle.

Chen Luoyang was pondering in his heart. To him, this war had its advantages and disadvantages.

The advantage was that they had to face the enemy, and the Demon Cult's opposing elder faction probably wouldn't start a rebellion at this moment.

The disadvantage was that this was a huge war, and the outcome was hard to predict.

If they lost, then it was possible that their enemies would eradicate the Demon Cult.

But if Chen Luoyang had to fight with someone, what did he have to do?

The Day of Change Technique was most suitable for this moment, but it was a pit.

It was true that he could act temperamental and fickle-minded, to shamelessly say that he wanted to learn the Day of Change Technique now. However, at this critical juncture, the enemy would inevitably suspect that he was lacking confidence.

He had to cultivate the Day of Change Technique, but he had to use some hard-handed methods.

When Chen Luoyang thought of this problem, he communicated with the mysterious black pot in his mind. He pondered for a moment before issuing a question.

According to my current physical condition, what is the method to achieve the greatest lethality?

The black pot had a reaction. This time, the consumption of blood-red serum was rather significant.

Blood mist rose up from the pot and formed blood words.

[The Stake All Technique.]

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Chapter 25

Chen Luoyang's thoughts were all concentrated on the blood words [Stake All Technique]. As expected, it was explained with illustrations and words.

He read them carefully.

It was specially used when one was severely injured and suffered a huge decline in strength. It was able to allow one's strength to temporarily restore to one stage weaker than the prime state. However, it was only for one move. After that one move, the user wouldn't be able to fight with anyone else for the day.

I should have understood it correctly, right…?

Chen Luoyang pondered in his heart.

This so-called Stake All Technique was really true to its name. But to Chen Luoyang, it was indeed rather handy.

Chen Luoyang had reserved some attention to specially check through for related manuals and scrolls. If this Stake All Technique was so incredible, it should have some reputation.

But after a whole round of checking, there wasn't any information. This absolute art didn't seem to exist in this Grand Divine Province yet, and there weren't any relevant historical records.

Chen Luoyang silently contemplated before he studied this absolute art seriously.

The Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage carried him and the members of the Demon Cult while flying in the southeast direction. After leaving the Shu Prefecture, they were quickly approaching the Qian Prefecture.

On this day, Azure Dragon 3 who was responsible for collecting information came and reported to Chen Luoyang.

"Reporting to Cult Master, after the initial verification, we have determined the enemies who invaded our cult's sacred domain. There are the Great Xia Imperial Clan, Northern Desert Outwalls' Other Tribe, Sword Pavilion, Great Unity Taoism Sect, Qingling Temple, Earth Treasury Zen Hall, and Tai Sui Society. Apart from them, are their vassals, which are 24 B-class factions, and over a hundred C-class and D-class factions."

Chen Luoyang sat high up in the throne and nodded indifferently.

The Great Xia Imperial Clan, the Northern Desert Outwalls' Other Tribe, and the Sword Pavilion… There wasn't a need to mention these three factions.

The Great Unity Taoism Sect was the leading figure of the taoist factions, and they were the most determined to eliminate the Demon Cult among the martial dao factions in the Central Province.

The Qingliang Temple was the number one faction among the Buddhist factions. It was also expected for them to appear for this battle — especially when they just found out that a Demon Cult spy like Elder Mingjing had appeared within their faction.

Be it to clear up their faction or to give the others an explanation, the Qingliang Temple was definitely going to act harshly this time.

The Earth Treasury Zen Hall was part of the three Buddhist factions, along with the Huayan Temple and Qingliang Temple. They were located in the Hui Prefecture, and it was rather near to the demon domain. This alliance army to conquer the south would definitely contain many of its members.

As for the Tai Sui Society, it was rather surprising to see them. They were the local tyrants of the northern Ji Prefecture. Similar to the Yu Prefecture's Five Color Hall, they were one of the rare few underworld factions under the rule of the Great Xia Empire.

They would normally benefit from staying between the Great Xia Empire and the northern Other Tribe. It was outside of expectation that they were also within the expedition team to conquer the demon domain.

"What about the Wang Clan?" Chen Luoyang asked without thinking much.

Azure Dragon 3 answered in a cautious manner, "There are no activities from the Wang Clan yet as they are still guarding the Lu Prefecture prudently. It seems like the Wang Clan Head is moving south alone and going to rendezvous with the enemy army. But to prevent any deception, this subordinate has ordered someone to continue following."

Chen Luoyang nodded lightly. "Continue."

"Yes, Cult master," Azure Dragon 3 said. "The Ling Prefecture's Feng Clan and the Qin Prefecture's Zhao Clan don't have any movements either. After our cult occupied the Shu and Yu Prefectures, the Qin Prefecture's Zhao Clan started to get nervous, but they are only in a defensive stance. They don't dare to have the intention to invade."

North Border's Feng Clan, Wei River's Zhao Clan, along with the East Sea's Wang Clan. These three clans were the three most influential clans inside the Great Xia Empire.

"The Feng Clan isn't moving because the Great Xia Empire hasn't completely put down their guard against the Northern Desert Other Tribe." Chen Luoyang used his finger to tap the armrest gently. "As for the Zhao Clan, they were waiting for the outcome of the south expedition. If our cult is defeated, the Zhao Clan will immediately turn into wolves and pounce at the Shu Prefecture and the Yu Prefecture."

"Cult Master has brilliant insight," Azure Dragon 3 lowered his head and said.

Chen Luoyang pondered in his heart.

The three Buddhist factions, the taoist leading faction, the three major clans, the Five Color Hall, and the Tai Sui Society, who are underworld tyrants for the north and south. These factions were currently classified by the Azure Dragon Hall as A-class factions.

A few years back, there were also the Snow Domain Plateau's Great Vajra Temple and the Misty Cloud Palace who ruled over the Xiang River. However, those two great factions had already been destroyed.

Right now, there was an additional Huayan Temple that had turned into history.

Most of the A-class factions were in the alliance army that was marching south to conquer the demon domain.

The leading factions were the formidable Sword Pavilion, Great Xia Imperial Clan, and the Other Tribe. They might be mutually precautious against one another and were reserving themselves, so they wouldn't possibly exert their full force. With so many factions uniting together, their imposing influence was rather impressive.

It was truly the world's expedition to the south to take down the demons.

This was a calamity that wasn't going to be overcome so easily…

After Azure Dragon 3 was dismissed, Vajra entered. "Reporting to Cult Master, Elder Shou and Elder Lu have sent back news saying they are returning as quickly as possible. They are ashamed that they weren't able to complete Cult Master's given tasks and are seeking forgiveness from Cult Master."

Chen Luoyang thought of his life resume.

It mentioned that the Cult Master had subdued three evil dao experts in the Central Province to serve him. From the looks of it, it should be Elder Fu, Lu, and Shou.

It was a pity that Chen Luoyang could only match the appearance and name of the gray-clothed Elder Fu. As for the tasks that he had given the two other elders, Chen Luoyang was baffled…

"Ask them to return first before talking about anything else." Chen Luoyang then asked, "What about Elder Fu?"

Vajra replied, "Elder Fu replied saying that Young Lady Qingqing didn't leave the Sword Pavilion after reaching there."

"Ask him to continue monitoring," Chen Luoyang stated.

Vajra responded, "Yes, Cult Master."

At this moment, an attendant came to report and say that Protector Zhurong, Zhang Tianheng, was seeking an audience.

After Chen Luoyang gave the approval, Zhang Tianheng walked in and knelt on one knee. "Reporting to Cult Master, this subordinate has interrogated that old eunuch. According to his words, the Xia Emperor, Li Yuanlong, is leading the expedition personally. He has gathered most of the Great Xia Empire's experts to march south and invade our cult's sacred domain. But Li Yuanlong seems to be rather confident of the Great Xia Imperial Capital's safety and isn't worried that someone might take advantage of the situation and invade it. It is unknown why he is so confident."

"It is too outrageous if the Saber Sovereign is helping them. Could it be that the Sword Sovereign is overseeing the capital and coordinating its entirety?" Vajra made his guesses.

Even though they exposed the double bluff conducted by Nie Hua and Xie Xingmang at the Shu Prefecture, they still couldn't determine what move the Sword Sovereign might make despite his injuries. He might be in some other place right now.

"Send down the orders to continue investigating." Chen Luoyang then instructed, "You need to pay more attention to your injuries."

If Zhang Tianheng was personally promoted by Chen Luoyang to overthrow Shangguan Song's Protector Zhurong's position, then it meant that this person should be Chen Luoyang's trusted aide.

Zhang Tianheng grinned and said, "Cult Master should know that I am not afraid to risk my life against others. I am just afraid that you will not give me the chance."

Vajra laughed and said, "You better take it easy. Had it not been for your injuries, Cult Master wouldn't let Hong Yan stand guard at Shu Prefecture."

"How can standing guard at Shu Prefecture be better than to follow Cult Master and wipe out those trash at the shrine?" Zhang Tianheng didn't care and said, "As for Blockhead Hong, he can better do this work obediently. If he dares to have any ideas, as long as Cult Master gives the order, I will chase him back to the Plateau to eat some snow."

Chen Luoyang said, "There will be chances for you to show off."

Zhang Tianheng was beaming with joy. "Thank you, Cult Master."

At this moment, there was a sudden gust of wind in the hall. A man enveloped in wind appeared in front of Chen Luoyang.

Left Envoy Xiao Yuntian had returned.

"Big Brother Xiao, did you slip up?" Zhang Tianheng raised his brows and asked, "Nie Hua shouldn't be able to outrun you, right?"

Xiao Yuntian bowed to Chen Luoyang who was on the throne and said in a deep voice, "Reporting to Cult Master, the Other Tribe's Left Sage King, Xiuzhe is coming from the west and attempting to stop you from returning to the shrine."

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Xiuzhe, also known as Yuwen Xiuzhe, was the Other Tribe's Left Sage King as well as their chieftain's biological younger brother. Be it his status or strength, he was the number two man who was just inferior to the tribe's Chieftain. He served only one man and was the dictator of everyone else.

The Other Tribe's unrivaled absolute art, Edict of Black Death, had been cultivated by Xiuzhe to an unprecedented stage. In his hands, this absolute art was further innovated and developed, resulting in a stronger version as compared to the predecessors.

Xiuzhe had also relied on this to become one of the Five Emperors in the Divine Province, standing at the top as one of the true experts. Even if the Three Sovereigns wanted to defeat him, they would need to spend some effort.

Back then, Xiuzhe was defeated by the Demon Cult Master, and it resulted in severe injuries. The Left Sage King, Xiuzhe, had since then been bearing this hatred and never forgot about taking revenge.

That the alliance army to conquer the demons could be established was partly due to the East Sea's Wang Clan Head, who desired to compete in sword skills against the Vermilion Bird Hall Chief. The other factor was because of the Other Tribe's Left Sage King, Xiuzhe's personal vengeance against the Demon Cult Master.

Otherwise, the Northern Desert Other Tribe would probably have been willing to just watch as the battle between the Central Province's orthodox factions and the Southern Desolate Demon Cult resulted in losses on both sides. They would also prefer for the Demon Cult's elder faction to have an internal strife with its youth faction.

Left Sage King, Xiuzhe's target was Chen Luoyang himself. He didn't really care about the Demon Cult Shrine's Heaven Demon Blood Tree or the other treasures.

It was outside of everyone's expectation for Chen Luoyang to personally lead the expedition to Shu Prefecture. After quickly driving out the old and making a clean sweep of Shu Prefecture, he immediately returned to the Demon Cult Shrine.

After obtaining this information, Xiuzhe didn't retreat and was actually having a stronger battle intent. He immediately gave up marching south and went west to obstruct his target.

"It is very possible for us to encounter Xiuzhe and his subordinates at Qian Prefecture," Xiao Yuntian said while being enveloped in moving wind. "The current information is that Xiuzhe's subordinates, the Ten Gallants, are accompanying him on the expedition."

The Ten Gallants were the elite experts under the Left Sage King. If they were in the outside world, each of them would be able to rule over a land; however, they willingly submitted to Xiuzhe.

"Xiuzhe might be powerful, but he is still a defeated foe under the Cult Master's hands. There is nothing to be afraid of." Vajra flattered as he spoke from the side.

Chen Luoyang had an indifferent expression, but he wanted to roll his eyes in his heart.

Which great Cult Master gave me this rotten situation again? I have been studying the Stake All Technique and am gradually becoming proficient. However, the Left Sage King is one of the Five Emperors. Will I be able to deal with him in a single move?

Chen Luoyang thought in his heart and communicated with the black pot.

Information on this Left Sage King, Xiuzhe?

The blood-red serum in the black pot decreased and increased again without a change in quantity. There were no blood words, meaning that the amount of blood-red serum wasn't enough. Was it because Xiuzhe was of the martial emperor level?

I need more blood-red serum…

Chen Luoyang pondered.

"Cult Master has unrivaled divine prowess and is naturally not afraid of a mere defeated foe." Zhang Tianheng frowned and said, "But that useless king cultivated the Edict of Black Death, which is very troublesome. When executed at full power, the spread of contamination is extremely extensive. The Qian Prefecture is our Divine Cult's territory and destroying it would be rather unfortunate."

A contest between martial emperors could reach an extensive range. When the battle was intense, it would be normal for the battle to extend up to thousands of kilometers.

It was why the Demon Cult Master and the Sword Pavilion Lord had arranged their battle in the Snow Domain Plateau, which had few signs of human habitation.

"Xiuzhe is indeed inferior to the Cult Master," Xiao Yuntian's voice echoed, "but we still have to be cautious against the Sword Sovereign and the Saber Sovereign."

They didn't know if the Sword Sovereign was fully recovered, and they didn't know if the Saber Sovereign was really out of seclusion. Even until now, there was still no accurate information, and their whereabouts were unknown.

Even with the Demon Cult's well-developed information network, it was hard to discover anything within a short period of time.

"Reporting to Cult Master, Xiuzhe is just a defeated foe of yours. Why do we have to bother about the barking of a defeated dog?" Enveloped in a moving wind, Xiao Yuntian was visibly bowing as he said, "Why don't we hurry back to the shrine. If Xiuzhe dares to visit the shrine, his outcome will be the same as before, and he will be defeated by Cult Master once again."

"Yuntian, you have given it a lot of thought," Chen Luoyang said indifferently on his throne.

Xiao Yuntian said, "Cult Master already has a plan in mind and is just checking through our suggestions. I am merely putting forward my modest ideas."

Chen Luoyang tapped his finger on the armrest and said, "Continue advancing. We don't have to bother. If we encounter them on the way, we will just casually deal with them."

"Yes, we shall comply with Cult Master's orders!" Xiao Yuntian and the others replied in unison before asking to be excused.

Zhang Tianheng moved out a little later as he sought approval from Chen Luoyang. "Cult Master, about that Xie Xingmang, do you want me to knock him around?"

"Just lock him up and don't bother about him for now," Chen Luoyang said casually.

Zhang Tianheng acknowledged before withdrawing from the hall.

When there was no one else in the hall, Chen Luoyang leaned back on the throne and contemplated.

I have already made my declaration. If I really encounter that Other Tribe's Left Sage King, how should I deal with him?

Chen Luoyang sighed in his heart.

According to the information from the Azure Dragon Hall, the news of Chen Luoyang successfully taking down Huayan Temple and Shu Prefecture was indeed very shocking to the Grand Divine Province.

There were plenty of people who were alarmed. The Demon Sovereign was still so aggressive after the battle with the Sword Sovereign?! It was a pity that the launched arrow could never turn back.

The alliance army to conquer the demons had already been formed. If they were to break up now, they would be the laughing stock of everyone, and it would give a boost to the Demon Cult's prestige.

Therefore, this battle was inevitable. However, it didn't mean there was no way for the Demon Cult to put in more effort. After all, the alliance army wasn't entirely united. When facing danger and pressure, humans would always have the idea to protect themselves first.

As such, there was a possibility for the alliance army to fall into a hopeless situation. Then, even if they didn't split apart thoroughly, it would still be hard for them to unite again.

With a more aggressive Demon Cult, it would cause the members of the alliance army to start developing their own little schemes.

Chen Luoyang's eyes were growing increasingly sharp. During the battle for the Shu Prefecture, he didn't personally make a move. There were still plenty of people that were feeling suspicious and believed it was a fluke.

Even if it was a bluff, Chen Luoyang achieving success by leading the army personally would definitely increase the deterrence towards others.

I might encounter that Other Tribe's Left Sage King, and I might have to face a challenge myself. I have to respond cautiously…

Chen Luoyang plotted carefully.

But apart from those, there were still other methods that could be used.

He knocked on the jade pendant and summoned Azure Dragon 3. "Ask the Azure Dragon Hall's infiltrators on the other side to be prepared. Ask them to wait for orders before acting."

Azure Dragon 3 bowed and said, "This subordinate understands."

Xiao Yuntian wasn't able to capture Nie Hua. The information of Elder Mingjing joining the Demon Cult would quickly spread out. For this chess piece to be exposed was more or less a little wasteful.

However, looking from another angle, it was also a good thing that this matter was exposed. It would prove a rumor that was circulating in the Grand Divine Province: "In the Demon Cult's Azure Dragon Hall, with regards to their Three Dragons, all of them are venerable members of prestigious factions. They have secretly joined the Demon Cult and are staying concealed."

Before this, people could feel at ease, knowing that this was just a rumor from the Demon Cult and that they were just instigating and sowing dissension.

Right now, there was the case of Elder Mingjing, and it proved that it was true! As such, it was unavoidable, and everyone was in danger. Now that the seeds of suspicion had been sowed, it was difficult to remove them.

Doubts like… Were there only Three Dragons? Apart from the Three Dragons, perhaps there were many other Demon Cult experts that had infiltrated the various factions.

An invisible threat was normally more effective and lethal than a visible weapon.

Chen Luoyang silently considered his plan, while the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage flew out of the Shu Prefecture and was officially entering the territory of the Qian Prefecture.

One day later, someone from outside came in to report.

It was Protector Kuafu, Wang Dubao, who requested an audience. He had been paving the road ahead as a vanguard and said that he had noticed traces of the Other Tribe.

After obtaining Chen Luoyang's approval, the hunchbacked and skinny figure walked into the main hall. It was none other than Wang Dubao, but when he entered, Chen Luoyang felt something wrong.

Wang Dubao's eyes flashed with a trace of blood light before he flew up from the ground and charged at Chen Luoyang!

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Wang Dubao's hunchback straightened, and his entire body suddenly became extremely gigantic. The originally skinny body burst out with power that was like a tsunami or a landslide.

He leaped and lunged towards Chen Luoyang. Wang Dubao's martial dao intent was condensed in midair and had formed a bundle of light and shadow.

In front of Chen Luoyang now was a pitch-black universe. Within that universe, there was glistening starlight. Each of the stars was on their own trajectory and moving in order. The stars were mutually towing each other as though they had boundless power and were reversing the universe.

Chen Luoyang observed how Wang Dubao made his move. This was one of the Demon Cult's 36 secret arts, the Star Shift Scatter Hands. Its concept was based on one of the six unrivaled arts, the Day of Change Technique.

Both martial arts made use of the flow of forces; they used minimal strength to reverse the enemy's power.

Wang Dubao was a slippery and shrewd person who never confronted any of his enemies directly. But now, thousands of stars were shifting and producing boundless power. All the power was concentrated into a single point and blasted at Chen Luoyang!

When Wang Dubao exerted this move with all his strength, his entire body had formed a union with his martial dao. He turned into a shooting star that instantly charged in front of Chen Luoyang.

But right at this moment, there was a gust of wind that suddenly entered the main hall. The hurricane swept through everything and came between Chen Luoyang and Wang Dubao.

The revolving hurricane caused the dazzling shooting star to veer off its attack trajectory.

It was the Left Envoy, Xiao Yuntian, who arrived in time to block Wang Dubao's attack on Chen Luoyang.

When Wang Dubao missed this attack, he attacked again. But the hurricane suddenly expanded and pushed Wang Dubao back instead.

At this moment, there was a flash of golden light.

"The one who has the clan name of Wang, how dare you?!" Vajra yelled out with anger before smashing into the staggering Wang Dubao and sending him flying out of the main hall.

Vajra and Wang Dubao fell off the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage.

Chen Luoyang had nearly activated his Stake All Technique earlier. He was now relaxed as he walked to the window of the main hall and looked down with his black sparkling eyes.

At the mountain range below, Vajra and Wang Dubao were in an intense battle.

When Chen Luoyang focused his eyes to observe the situation, the duo's movements seemed to slow down a little. However, the duo were martial kings, and Chen Luoyang had yet to fully recover; therefore, their movements were still rather fast.

It wasn't an impersonator, and it was indeed the Demon Cult's Protector Kuafu who governed the Qian Prefecture, Wang Dubao. He was a trusted aide that the Demon Cult Master previously promoted.

Is the current situation a betrayal or some other reason?

Chen Luoyang pondered.

Earlier on, Wang Dubao's eyes flashed with red light, and it was very strange. Furthermore, his inarticulate expression revealed a subtle madness…

"My protection came late. Will Cult Master please forgive me?"

The hurricane slowed down slightly and arrived beside Chen Luoyang, revealing the person it enveloped.

"It might be the Northern Desert Other Tribe's Blood Soul Curse," Xiao Yuntian said. "Earlier on, I noticed from far away that there was something wrong with Protector Wang. That's why I followed him here. It was a pity that I was still too late and allowed him to disturb the great Cult Master."

Zhang Tianheng, Elder Mingjing, and Shangguan Song had also appeared. They were all looking down at the fight between Vajra and Wang Dubao.

"It is possible for the Blood Soul Curse to invade the person's mind and soul. It is extremely evil, and it is rare for even the Other Tribe members to cultivate it," Elder Mingjing said. "For it to invade Protector Wang's mind, the user of the curse must also be a martial king. There should only be two or three individuals in the Other Tribe who are practitioners of the Blood Soul Curse."

Elder Mingjing originated from the Jin Prefecture's Buddhist sacred place, the Qingliang Temple. There were plenty of confrontations with the northern Other Tribe; therefore, he was quite knowledgeable about them.

"The third-ranked 'Mind Ghost', Ke Luntu, who is part of the Ten Gallants under the Left Sage King Xiuzhe is extremely mysterious. Information about him is rarely circulated, and no one knows much about him. But if he has such a nickname, he might be an expert in the cultivation of the Blood Soul Curse," Xiao Yuntian said.

He then bowed to Chen Luoyang. "Cult Master, the user of the Blood Soul Curse must not be far away. I will go and capture him. As long as the Blood Soul Curse is even slightly disturbed, it can be broken."

Chen Luoyang didn't express his opinion as he looked down emotionlessly at the great battle below.

"What a humiliation." Chen Luoyang gave an indifferent response.

Zhang Tianheng looked at Wang Dubao with an enraged expression. As a Demon Cult Protector, he felt a fiery, stinging pain on his face as he felt ashamed to be on the same side as Wang Dubao.

Shangguan Song's expression looked stern, but his eyes were revealing delight as he rejoiced in Chen Luoyang's misfortune.

Wang Dubao was part of the youth faction that was personally promoted by the cult master. Now that the cult master was enraged, Shangguan Song was enjoying the show.

Xiao Yuntian bowed to Chen Luoyang again. He didn't say anything before he turned into a gale and vanished without a trace.

"Check on the Qian Prefecture's branch members who were at the vanguard with Wang Dubao. Find out what their current situation is." Chen Luoyang gave his instructions.

"Yes, Cult Master." After Zhang Tianheng ordered his subordinate to investigate, he couldn't hold back anymore. "Cult Master, I will go with Vajra to seize that hunchback," Zhang Tianheng said with a hateful voice.

Chen Luoyang nodded indifferently.

After obtaining approval, Zhang Tianheng immediately jumped off the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage and descended from the sky like a thunderbolt, smashing down on Wang Dubao's head.

Wang Dubao's eyes were shining with red light as his madness intensified. Wang Dubao's method of attack was entirely different from his normally prudent, shrewd, and slippery style. He was directly confronting Vajra and Zhang Tianheng with each move.

Zhang Tianheng let out a nasty smile and said, "Old Wang, we do not have as many as when we captured the Sword Pavilion kid previously. I cannot guarantee that I will not hurt you before I seize you."

"How dare you attack Cult Master. I shall let you suffer. You better pray that Big Brother Xiao is able to break the opposition's evil art as quickly as possible. Otherwise, don't blame me for putting you in a half-dead state!"

Zhang Tianheng still had injuries, but he disregarded it totally. He attacked with thunder-like force and became increasingly intense as he fought.

In the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage, Chen Luoyang was calmly looking as two fought against one.

Wang Dubao had already been suppressed, and it was soon after that he was defeated. Xiao Yuntian had been gone for a long time, and there was still no relay of information yet.

"Cult Master, we do not know the number on the enemy side, while Yuntian is alone. Do you want this old one to go and take a look?" Shangguan Song suddenly spoke at this moment. He had a serious expression and grave tone.

However, Chen Luoyang felt that he could hear some sarcasm. It was as if Shangguan Song was saying that Xiao Yuntian might also get controlled by the Blood Soul Curse and come back to attack them.

"The Blood Soul Curse can only be used on a single person at a time," Elder Mingjing commented by the side.

Shangguan Song smiled. "That is great, that is great. If that is the case, as long as the Left Sage King Xiuzhe isn't around, Yuntian will at least be able to escape unscathed."

While Shangguan Song was laughing, he was paying attention to Chen Luoyang at the same time.

It is fine if it is someone else. As a martial emperor, Chen Luoyang couldn't possibly be helpless against the Blood Soul Curse, right? Is it because he couldn't be bothered to make a move and wanted to use this to teach Wang Dubao a lesson? Or… is he actually helpless?

The Demon Cult's Seventh Elder was filled with many thoughts.

Right at this moment, on the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage and within the main hall, there was a shadow that moved in a bizarre manner.

Subsequently, the flat shadow actually stood up, and there was a black sword tip that emerged from the shadow.

It was silent and without presence, but it was fast like lightning! It thrust at the back of Chen Luoyang!

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The sword edge was like a black lightning bolt that thrust at the middle of Chen Luoyang's back. The black lightning bolt didn't have light and couldn't illuminate anything.

Instead, it was like an envoy of darkness that guided the night to descend. When enveloped by the darkness, the entire hall felt as though it was in a deathly stillness where there was no light and no sound.

When inside the darkness, one would lose all awareness, and it felt as though all your senses were gone. Only the deathly shadow was rushing at its target.

Elder Mingjing and Shangguan Song realized it and shouted out in unison.

Elder Mingjing's martial dao intent instantly transformed into a giant eight-armed arhat. The arhat executed a mountain-like palm strike at the assassin.

Shangguan Song was a little lacking. He was shocked by the sudden change in the situation, and he seemed to have been caught unprepared. His reaction and actions were all slightly slow, but just slightly.

However, for experts of this level, a slight delay was extremely significant. As such, Shangguan Song couldn't catch up and could only watch as the pitch-black sword edge thrust at Chen Luoyang.

On the other side, Elder Mingjing had also reacted slightly slow due to his injuries and didn't have time to intercept that assassin. He could only relieve the pressure by executing a palm strike at the actual body of the assassin.

Under the illumination of the Buddha's aura, the shadow wavered a little before expanding. It was just like a sphere of black light.

Elder Mingjing's attack struck at the sphere and shattered it.

There was a grunt from the darkness. The enemy suffered a little injury and forcefully endured Elder Mingjing's attack. The sword edge that was carrying out the assassination didn't get influenced.

The sword edge didn't slow down and had actually increased its thrusting speed toward the back of Chen Luoyang!

Elder Mingjing was anxious and executed consecutive attacks with the intent to force the enemy to retreat. However, the assassin disregarded the attacks.

He risked his own death in order to assassinate Chen Luoyang.

Shangguan Song widened his eyes as he saw the sword edge getting extremely close to the vital part of Chen Luoyang's back! However, it looked as though Chen Luoyang didn't detect it and stood quietly without moving.

He wasn't attacking back; he wasn't defending, nor was he dodging.

As expected, he is severely injured. Before this, he had been putting on a false front and was actually powerless to fight others…

The same thought appeared in the minds of the assassin and Shangguan Song.

Right at this instant, Chen Luoyang made a move. He didn't attack; he didn't turn or even take a step. Chen Luoyang only did one thing… A soft shout.

"Get lost."

He didn't do anything else but this soft shout. His voice wasn't loud either, but it was like a crash of thunder and change of weather!

Every pair of eyes could see a sound wave radiating outwards with Chen Luoyang at the center.

The pitch-black silence, the darkness that didn't have light or sound had been abruptly ripped apart.

The sword edge that was just inches away from Chen Luoyang's back shuddered due to the sound wave.

In the face of the furious thunder-like sound wave, the black light that defended the assassin's body was instantly shattered like weak papier mâché!

The shadow faded and revealed a face of a Northern Desert Other Tribesman. The middle-aged man was currently standing still and was stupefied. His eyes were constantly shivering. The sword in his hand had almost reached Chen Luoyang's back, but this back felt like it was at the other end of the world, and it was impossible to get closer.

The middle-aged man was unwilling to accept this fate, and his eyes sockets were going to break open. Immediately after, his eyes really burst apart. Fresh and bright red blood flowed down like tears and rolled down his cheeks. It wasn't just his eyes: all of his five sense organs and seven apertures were bleeding.

The eyes of this Other Tribesman had lost all liveliness, and his vitality had already departed.

"Go and think about how you offended Xiuzhe." Chen Luoyang didn't turn back. "Otherwise, why would he ask you to give up your life to This Seat?"

By the side, Shangguan Song and Elder Mingjing felt dizzy, and their eyes went blank. By the time they came back to their senses, they saw the assassin standing still like a statue and lacking any life.

An Other Tribe's martial king just like them, who was able to condense and manifest martial dao intent, a martial dao grandmaster… had been jolted to death by a soft shout from the Demon Sovereign!

It wasn't just in the main hall, the weather outside the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage had also changed.

The clouds that covered the sky had gradually scattered, allowing the sun to shine down. The Demon Sovereign only required a single yell to cause a surge in wind and thunder, to shake heaven and earth!

At the mountain range below, Zhang Tianheng and Vajra who were fighting with Wang Dubao had felt their ears humming, while their qi and blood were also disrupted.

Wang Dubao had simply stood in place and was no longer moving. His eyes which had been flickering with blood-red radiance had suddenly exploded! When all the blood-red light scattered, Wang Dubao's eyes turned blank before he collapsed.

The entire place had an illusory line of blood-red light that flashed by. Within that split second, the red line was severed with a bang!

"Cult Master's prowess is unrivaled. He doesn't even need to be proficient in the Blood Soul Curse. A soft shout was able to destroy the evil art," Vajra said as he chuckled.

Zhang Tianheng used one hand to carry Wang Dubao and said in an unhappy tone, "Cult Master is obviously unrivaled. The problem is with our incompetence. Otherwise, would Cult Master have to act personally?"

The duo then returned to the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage.

Elder Mingjing inspected the assassin's corpse and spoke, "Reporting to Cult Master, this person should be one of the Ten Gallants under the Left Sage King Xiuzhe. He is the fourth-ranked 'Black Owl', Er Hanke. He is proficient in assassinations."

Chen Luoyang had already gone back to his seat.

This corpse on the floor was the first enemy that he had killed personally. When he executed the Stake All Technique, he was rather anxious. It was fortunate that this body's foundation was still existent.

His lightning-fast reaction speed was beyond his imagination. His movements were also able to keep up with his thoughts, nor were his reactions too slow that he couldn't detect his enemy. But after using the move, the aftermath was also rather obvious.

He felt as though his entire body's energy or stamina was empty. But the outcome of the battle was rather satisfying. He used a single move to eliminate two individuals.

Strictly speaking, it wasn't even considered one move; it could only be counted as half a move.

Chen Luoyang looked nonchalant as he quietly watched Zhang Tianheng carrying Wang Dubao back. The Demon Cult Protector was now in an unconscious state.

"Wake him up," Chen Luoyang said indifferently. "Ask him the exact details of what happened."

Zhang Tianheng quickly replied, "This subordinate understands."

A tornado entered the main hall at this moment, and it was Xiao Yuntian. "Ke Luntu's evil art has been neutralized. I imagine that it must be Cult Master who made the move. Yuntian is ashamed to trouble Cult Master."

"It doesn't matter." Chen Luoyang replied indifferently and asked, "What is the situation over there?"

"The leader of the Ten Gallants, 'Devil Wolf' Ba Kun, was protecting 'Mind Ghost' Ke Luntu. I was crossing moves with him and was delayed." Xiao Yuntian saw the corpse of the fallen 'Black Owl' Er Hanke before saying, "After Cult Master broke Mind Ghost's evil art, Devil Wolf protected the Mind Ghost and retreated. Due to Left Sage King Xiuzhe's unknown whereabouts, I didn't pursue recklessly. Will Cult Master please forgive me?

"Other than that, Protector Wang's Qian Prefecture's branch disciples had received a treacherous assault. The enemy must have sent more than three individuals. That's why Protector Wang wasn't able to issue an alert before being subdued."

Chen Luoyang said, "Search for those people. A blood debt must be compensated with blood."

Xiao Yuntian bowed and said, "Please let this subordinate handle it. Cult Master's journey must not be disrupted."

"Go then," Chen Luoyang responded before turning to look at Shangguan Song.

"Mingjing has injuries. Seventh Elder, what happened to you earlier?"

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When facing Chen Luoyang's eyes that were surging with black radiance, Shangguan Song's body turned cold. He composed his mind and replied with lowered head, "This old one was incompetent with his protection. I hope that Cult Master can forgive me."

"Mingjing is injured and was still faster than you," Chen Luoyang said indifferently.

Elder Mingjing stood quietly by the side and didn't say anything. Zhang Tianheng and Vajra instantly looked over at Shangguan Song with unfriendly eyes.

Shangguan Song replied with a self-recriminating voice, "This old one is muddle-headed and hasn't been in battle for a long time. Therefore, I wasn't able to react in time. In the future, I will cultivate diligently and guarantee there will not be a second time."

Chen Luoyang nodded. "Seventh Elder has been self-cultivating in the Elder Pavilion for two years, and your blade has been covered in dust. It is no wonder you are rusty, and it is pardonable. Since you haven't been in battle for a long time, then you should have more practice. Wang Dubao needs to recuperate. Therefore, Seventh Elder shall replace him. You shall be This Seat's pioneer and pave the road ahead."

Shangguan Song inhaled a cold breath in response to the command. The Other Tribe's Left Sage King wasn't here on friendly terms. When both parties encountered each other in Qian Prefecture, a battle of life and death would be inevitable.

If Shangguan Song was thrown to the frontlines alone, how was it different from being bait?

When Wang Dubao was leading at the front, he was targeted by the enemy, and it resulted in his current half-dead state. Now that one of the Ten Gallants, 'Black Owl' Er Hanke, had died by Chen Luoyang's hands, there was definitely going to be desperate attempts at revenge from the Other Tribe. It was possible that Shangguan Song's outcome might be more disastrous than Wang Dubao's outcome.

When Wang Dubao suffered a defeat, the young generation faction's Xiao Yuntian, Zhang Tianheng, and Vajra would provide assistance. But if Shangguan Song suffered a defeat, he wouldn't receive such good treatment.

The Demon Cult's Seventh Elder was fuming with chilling air at the bottom of his heart. He opened his mouth but wasn't able to let out any voice.

Chen Luoyang looked at Shangguan Song with a placid and serious expression.

At this moment, Shangguan Song felt an unprecedented regret. He regretted going to Shu Prefecture to verify if Chen Luoyang was really injured. From the looks of it, Chen Luoyang's injuries weren't a big problem. A soft shout was already able to kill a 10th stage Other Tribe martial king.

Even though Shangguan Song felt that the Cult Master was still a little off from full recovery, the problem was that Chen Luoyang had merely shouted softly. It couldn't even be considered as Chen Luoyang personally making a move. It wasn't even considered one move, it was only half a move.

An expert of the martial emperor stage could materialize the martial dao intent. A single fist or kick could shift the mountains or empty the seas. It was far superior to a martial king. However, when the Cult Master jolted that assassin to death and neutralized Wang Dubao's Blood Soul Curse, it took just a soft shout from him.

Chen Luoyang didn't even reveal his martial dao intent, let alone materializing it. He was purely using his superiority in cultivation stage to oppress the enemy. To be able to do this, it meant that even if Chen Luoyang's injuries weren't fully recovered, they shouldn't be significant.

The shock that Shangguan Song received had yet to fully dissipate even until now. It was truly hard to believe that the Cult Master was able to remain so imposing even after a duel with the Sword Pavilion Lord.

Shangguan Song forcefully suppressed the shock in his heart and lowered his head. "Many thanks to Cult Master for being magnanimous. This old one shall do his best to atone for his sins."

Chen Luoyang said, "Go then."

Shangguan Song looked a little absent-minded as he walked out of the main hall.

After watching Shangguan Song leave, Vajra said, "Cult Master, we have to be on guard that he might contact the Other Tribe. Let me keep an eye on him, and if he dares to have any ideas, I will deal with him."

Chen Luoyang said indifferently, "Leave it to Yuntian."

Xiao Yuntian who was enveloped in flowing wind responded softly, "I shall comply with Cult Master's orders."

"That old Shangguan can serve as bait. It doesn't matter if the Other Tribe comes to bite him, or if he attempts to collude with them, we will then be able to locate the Other Tribe's members easily." Zhang Tianheng rubbed his palms.

"Let's wake Dubao first." Chen Luoyang tapped on the armrest with his finger.

People who were inflicted with the Other Tribe's Blood Soul Curse would suffer great damage to the spirit.

When Wang Dubao woke up, his spirit was still weak, and his eyes were dazed. He endured his unwell symptoms and knelt down to seek forgiveness from Chen Luoyang.

After listening to Wang Dubao's explanation, Chen Luoyang and the others gradually understood the whole story.

The Other Tribe's Left Sage King Xiuzhe had led his subordinates and a group of Other Tribe experts down to the south. After hearing that Chen Luoyang had seized Shu Prefecture and was returning to the Southern Desolate Demon Cult Shrine, Left Sage King Xiuzhe didn't bother moving together with the alliance army and left to obstruct Chen Luoyang without consulting anyone.

To return from the Shu Prefecture to the South Desolate Demon Domain's shrine, it was fastest to cut across Qian Prefecture. It was why the Left Sage King was at the Qian Prefecture.

However, the Qian Prefecture was vast; as such, the Left Sage King's subordinates had all split up to search for Chen Luoyang's whereabouts. When Wang Dubao was leading at the front, he just happened to encounter a group of enemies.

"He must have been targeted for a long time. They were even able to contact and gather more men before launching an assault on Protector Wang. They then planned the assassination against Cult Master," Xiao Yuntian said. "If that is the case, Left Sage King Xiuzhe, his subordinates, and the Other Tribe's experts will be reaching here soon."

"Xiuzhe isn't bad," Chen Luoyang said casually. "Although, if he had come straight to Shu Prefecture for the battle, This Seat would have given him a much higher evaluation."

Vajra laughed by the side and said, "To be able to keep his life after crossing moves with Cult Master is indeed extraordinary."

Chen Luoyang waved his hand and said, "Alright, you may all be dismissed."

Everyone then asked to be excused.

Xiao Yuntian went to monitor Shangguan Song while searching for the Other Tribe's experts. Zhang Tianheng and Elder Mingjing accompanied Wang Dubao; the three of them had to quickly recuperate from their injuries. Vajra stayed behind to serve Chen Luoyang.

"Reporting to Cult Master, as you previously instructed, a total of 21 types of rare resources, like the Scarce Moon Immortal Milk, Desolate Fantasy Herb, and others have been delivered here by the cult members," Vajra reported.

"Deliver them to This Seat's room." Chen Luoyang stood up from the throne and walked out of the main hall before heading for his room.

The Ten Revolution Primary Elixir must be quickly concocted so that my injuries can recover as quickly as possible. After all, the Stake All Technique can only be used for one move, and I am unable to use it for the rest of the day.

Vajra acted according to his instructions and delivered the rare resources to his room before asking to be excused.

Chen Luoyang looked at the dazzling lineup of treasures and felt a little dazzled. It was fortunate that there were plenty of books in the room at the Amrita Manor. Those general-knowledge books that were circulated in the Grand Divine Province were naturally not available on the Demon Cult Master's carriage. However, those books were what Chen Luoyang required right now.

During his time at the Amrita Manor, he had been reading those books and documents in large quantities. A martial emperor's body was physically powerful but also quick of mind. Thanks to that, Chen Luoyang was able to memorize a massive amount of information that was in the books.

After looking through his memories on the , , and , he was able to differentiate the rare resources in front of him.

Most of these resources and spirit herbs had more than one function and could be used for concoctions or the refining of tools. It would be hard for a subordinate to find out Chen Luoyang's intention for these items; furthermore, he had also intentionally included some other items as a distraction.

However, if he wished to concoct these resources into the Ten Revolution Primary Elixir, he would need the skill to do so. Chen Luoyang could follow the concoction method stated on the document, and he tried to figure it out… He would need an elixir furnace right?

If I instruct the servants to look for one, will it be suspicious?

Chen Luoyang pondered.

Right at this moment, a servant came to report. "Reporting to Cult Master, the front line reported back saying that there has been another enemy attack."

Chen Luoyang didn't have a change in expression and took a deep and silent breath.

When one was worried about something, that thing would happen. The day wasn't finished yet…

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Chapter 30

Even if you are in a hurry to hang yourselves, you have to let me catch a breath, right?

Chen Luoyang cursed in his heart.

Chen Luoyang remained calm on appearance. "Say it."

It was Azure Dragon 5 who came to report. "Seventh Elder has been attacked at the front, but he didn't see any trace of the enemy. The attackers are those spirit birds and mythical beasts, and their numbers are still increasing. It feels like they were driven here by someone, and there are even some powerful spirit beasts that are also known as beast kings."

The Qian Prefecture, Shu Prefecture, and Dian Prefecture were filled with mountain ranges, dense forests, and plenty of deserted places. These places were paradises for various avians, beasts, and bizarre plants. However, these beasts had the consciousness to rule their own territories; therefore, they split up and ruled their own domains as kings.

The imposing strength of the Demon Cult army was a kind of danger that these beasts would always detect and would take the initiative to avoid. But now, countless beasts were gathering and obstructing Chen Luoyang's advancement. It could already be called a 'beast wave'.

It was like a tidal wave of avians and beasts. Some were flying in the skies; some were tunneling underground. They didn't just cover the entire mountain, they even occupied half the sky. It was truly a horrifying sight.

Shangguan Song retreated. He was a martial king, and in normal situations, no matter how many spirit beasts there were, they wouldn't have been able to threaten him. However, this beast wave felt like it was endless, and the Demon Cult's Seventh Elder had to suspect if he would be exhausted to death before killing all the spirit beasts.

This time, Chen Luoyang didn't censure Shangguan Song. He was busy looking at the massive beast wave and clicking his tongue in wonder.

However, he acted as though nothing had happened and gently tapped on the armrest. "It is a man-made disaster, not a natural disaster."

Xiao Yuntian's body was covered with wind as he replied softly, "It seems the 6th-ranked 'Rat King' Duobu Jie of the Ten Gallants is here. It is said that he is proficient in the control of beasts and has reared plenty of Wolf Fanged Dragon Rats. They are massive in numbers and are tyrants in the Northern Desert."

"I heard that he has also raised a Sacred Rat that can urge other spirit beasts, including the beast kings that are comparable to us martial kings. Duobu Jie is only a martial master, and his title of 'Rat King' originates from this Sacred Rat."

"So, he wishes to use this beast wave to obstruct This Seat's advancement?" Chen Luoyang asked in an indifferent manner.

"He might be hiding other schemes and is waiting for us to be careless before launching a raid or ambush," Xiao Yuntian said. "These spirit beasts were all summoned from the mountains in Qian Prefecture by the 'Rat King'. Even if all of them died, he wouldn't have any losses. His objective must be to exhaust us."

Xiao Yuntian's voice suddenly paused before he continued speaking, "Cult Master's six flood dragons shouldn't be affected by that Sacred Rat. But I am not sure about the rest of the mounts."

At the side, Shangguan Song revealed an unhappy face. Earlier on, the spirit beast pulling his carriage had suddenly become violent and turned back to bite him. As a result, he killed the spirit beast on the spot.

From the looks of it, it was caused by that Sacred Rat. In fact, apart from the six flood dragons that were pulling Chen Luoyang's carriage, all the other spirit beasts that were pulling other carriages were restless and agitated. When facing the beast wave, there were even some mounts that didn't have the intention to protect their master. Instead, they had the intention to join the beast wave.

At the imperial carriage, the six flood dragons were constantly letting out thunderous roars. They stopped in midair and were looking around with vigilance.

"Does This Seat have to make a move personally again?" Chen Luoyang sat high in the throne and said unhurriedly.

Zhang Tianheng immediately stepped forward and knelt down on one knee and said loudly, "How can we dare to disturb Cult Master again? This time, will Cult Master please allow me to handle it? I shall present a great show to you!"

"Stop dawdling and begin then." Chen Luoyang waved his hand casually.

"Yes, I shall comply with Cult Master's orders!" Zhang Tianheng stood up and blew a bamboo whistle.

The sound of the whistle wasn't loud, nor was it sharp; it was gentle like someone whispering by the ear.

In response, Vajra grinned and said, "Xiao Zhang

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, are you going to call for your group of snakes, insects, rats, and ants from the Dian Prefecture?"

"I heard that the Left Sage King Xiuzhe's subordinates had a few martial masters, but none had reached the martial king stage. However, they are still part of the Ten Gallants, and it is precisely because of their expertise that make them outstanding among the martial masters." Zhang Tianheng revealed a cold sneer. "Xiuzhe's unconventional and flexible viewpoint of choosing his subordinates is something that I agree with as well."

Soon enough, six figures arrived at the main hall. Three men and three women stood together before bowing to Chen Luoyang and Zhang Tianheng.

"These subordinates pay their respects to Cult Master and Protector. Long live Cult Master."

"You may rise," Chen Luoyang stated.

He looked at the six individuals below and attempted to match their faces to their names. During the attack on Shu Prefecture and the battle at the Golden Summit, when the Demon Cult members were confronting the orthodox faction experts, Chen Luoyang had been observing the battle and noticed a few of them before.

However, he was looking at them from far away back then, and this was the first time he met them face to face.

These six individuals were direct subordinates of Protector Zhurong, Zhang Tianheng. They were Joss Masters

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of the Demon Cult Branch at the Dian Prefecture.

Second Master Bird was adept at communication and investigation. He also domesticated spirit birds.

Fairy Speech had mastered the Inferno Sea Six Voices. She could use voice to kill and speech to subdue the enemy.

Madam Fragrance was an extraordinarily beautiful woman who was specialized in charm and seduction and also the user of the Fragrant Powder Array.

Young Lady Snake could tame beasts and was especially proficient in controlling spirit snakes.

Daoist Insect nurtured all sorts of poisonous insects.

General Ant had perfect command of an army of fearless ants. He could command them to form battle formations and even towers with their massive numbers.

The six of them had accompanied Zhang Tianheng into the Shu Prefecture.

Staying behind to guard the Dian Prefecture were Grandmother Flower, who was great at planting spirit flowers and herbs, using them to concoct medicine and poison; and also the Great Master Mouse, who raised the World Searching Mouse and was an expert in prospecting for treasures.

They were known collectively as the Dian Prefecture's Eight Joss Masters. They were also the eight arms of Protector Zhurong, Zhang Tianheng, who governed Dian Prefecture.

In the outside world, they were known as 'Bird, Speech, Flower, Fragrance, Snake, Insect, Rat, Ant.' All of them were Zhang Tianheng's trusted aides.

Zhang Tianheng had governed the Dian Prefecture like a firm iron bucket. Apart from Cult Master Chen Luoyang and Zhang Tianheng, no one else's words held any weight in Dian Prefecture.

When they were attacking Shu Prefecture, these six individuals were commanded by Zhang Tianheng to lead the Dian Prefecture's branch members and had achieved outstanding results. They were truly a headache for the members of the orthodox faction.

In terms of cultivation, they were all martial masters, but they had their own strengths. And when they had coordinated under Zhang Tianheng's command, the sight of the battle had truly left a deep impression on Chen Luoyang.

"Snake, Cult Master has already given the orders. You have free rein to do your things," Zhang Tianheng said to a woman. This woman had a beautiful and pleasant face. She was slightly tanned, and her clothes were obviously different from those of the people of the Central Province.

After hearing Zhang Tianheng's words, she let out a delicate giggle and said, "Thank you, Cult Master and Protector."

She then turned and exited the main hall. Immediately after, there was a tiny silver snake that slithered out from her sleeve. When this tiny silver snake appeared, the beast wave's imposing presence, which was overwhelmingly aggressive, suddenly lessened.

As for the mounts and spirit beasts on the Demon Cult side, they were all stabilized. However, they were still rather restless.

The only difference was a change of master.

Previously, it was the Rat King's Sacred Rat, which could not be spotted anywhere. But now, it was the silver snake that was spitting out its forked tongue on the arm of the 'Snake Queen'.

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The silver snake on Young Lady Snake's wrist seemed to be small and unassuming, but those massive spirit beasts were all docile in front of the silver snake.

Those spirit beasts that got near the Demon Cult army started listening to the silver snake's orders. They changed their direction and started clashing with the beast wave that was coming from far away.

The spirit beasts that were farther away were also becoming restless due to the influence of the silver snake. However, these spirit beasts were still complying with the commands of the Rat King Duobu Jie and that mysterious Sacred Rat. They were still intending to attack the Demon Cult army.

As such, one wave was rushing outwards, while one wave was rushing inwards. The two beast waves then abruptly clashed. In just a split second, the entire place was drenched in blood.

Beast blood fell from the sky like rain and formed pools of foul blood on the ground.

The battle between the two sides had immediately reached a climax. The beast wave from far away suddenly separated into two sides, opening up a path. Immediately after, a herd of rats started rushing through the path.

These rats were gigantic in size. They were all the size of calves. Their pitch-black fur were like thick and solid iron spikes. They were ferocious-looking, like malicious devils. They ran with the extreme agility and speed of the wind, and were like thunderbolts.

The other spirit beasts would quickly avoid these giant rats when they encountered them. The giant rats let out a call, and they were enveloped in black mists that were dense and wouldn't scatter. They were just like dark and ominous moving clouds.

Seeing the situation, Young Lady Snake smiled and didn't have a change in expression. The silver snake on her wrist let out a sharp and ear-piercing hiss. Subsequently, on the Demon Cult side, a hundred giant black shadows emerged from the surface of the ground.

These were black-scaled giant snakes that raised up their upper bodies. They might not be as gigantic as those flood dragons that were pulling the Demon Sovereign's carriage, but each giant snake would look like a small hill if they coiled up.

The darting of their forked tongues let out loud hissing sounds. The scales on the giant snakes opened up and released green mist. Wherever the green mist extended to, the black mist would instantly disperse.

The black-scaled giant snakes were violently lunging at the herd of rats. Even with their massive bodies, the giant snakes were as fast as lightning and were much more agile and nimble as compared to those giant rats.

In terms of numbers, the giant rats were far more than the giant snakes. They swarmed over with their dreadful presence.

However, these black-scaled giant snakes weren't planning to prey on each rat individually. The large bloody mouths of the giant snakes opened up, and there was an immense suction force coming from within, as they turned into abysses.

There were streaks of blood qi that came out from these abysses, and they were like chains that flew everywhere before curling around the giant rats. The calf-sized giant rats immediately staggered as they were rolled up by the chains made with blood qi.

The blood qi withdrew and pulled those giant rats into the mouths of the black-scaled giant snakes. Each giant snake would capture multiple giant rats at once before dragging them into their mouths.

However, the herd of rats were ferocious and completely fearless. They surged over like a tidal wave. There were many rats that didn't get captured by the blood qi from the snakes' mouths. They pounced and tore at the giant snakes.

The giant snakes' scales were extremely tough, and the rats' fangs weren't able to penetrate them. However, there was green fluid dripping from the giant rat's mouth. When those fluids dripped onto the scales, white smoke was immediately emitted with a sizzling sound.

The black-scaled giant snakes were in pain as their massive bodies thrashed. They swung the giant rats off their bodies before crushing them into pulps of flesh.

The mountains of Qian Prefecture had turned into bloody Asura battlegrounds because of the giant snakes and rats. With them at the center, the two beast waves clashed and created a shocking massacre.

On the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage, Zhang Tianheng bowed to Chen Luoyang and said, "The noisy activities and filthy scene might not be nice to Cult Master's discerning eyes, but I guarantee that it will end soon."

On appearance, it was indeed Young Lady Snake that had the upper hand. The Demon Cult's beast wave didn't just stop the opposition's advance, it started to push back the opposing beast wave!

"No matter, it is a rather good entertainment after the meal," Chen Luoyang tapped on the armrest and said indifferently.

Actually, he was busy observing the movements of the black pot inside his mind. The beasts slaughtered each other, and there was a massive number of deaths. However, the blood-red serum within the black pot didn't increase at all.

Must it be human lives…?

Chen Luoyang frowned inwardly.

During the battle between the Demon Cult and the Golden Summit at the Shu Prefecture, Chen Luoyang observed the black pot then too. When the spirit beasts perished, the blood-red serum didn't increase, and it would only increase when humans perished. The higher the cultivation stage of the deceased was, the greater the increase in blood-red serum.

Chen Luoyang recalled the moment he killed that Other Tribe assassin with his shout earlier. The fourth ranker of the Ten Gallants, Black Owl Er Hanke.

The 10th Intent Congeal Stage martial king was personally killed by Chen Luoyang. The increase in blood-red serum was actually more than when Law King Huijue died at Amrita Manor.

Law King Huijue was a martial king at the 11th Apotheosis Stage, and his cultivation stage was higher than Black Owl's.

From the looks of it, when I personally kill someone, the increase of blood-red serum would be much more.

Chen Luoyang sighed silently.

This strange black pot is truly a cardinal artifact of the demon dao…

He sorted out his mind before he continued to observe the great battle between the snakes and the rats.

Under the command of Young Lady Snake, her beast army had turned the tide completely.

On the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage, Xiao Yuntian said, "It is hard to say about individual strength, but in terms of the command of beasts, Tianheng's Young Lady Snake is definitely superior to the Other Tribe's Rat King."

Chen Luoyang nodded secretly in response.

The branches of the Demon Cult did have plenty of talented individuals. The Qian Prefecture that was governed by Wang Dubao had its own specialty too. It wasn't like the Dian Prefecture's Bird, Speech, Flower, Fragrance, Snake, Insect, Rat, Ant, where all Eight Joss Masters had their own specialty, but the Qian Prefecture had trained dozens of Mountain Shifting Golden Apes.

These apes were massive, like small mountains, and had dreadful strength and speed. If they were all here, these snakes and rats wouldn't be a match for them even working together. The only shortcoming was the fixed activity area of the Mountain Shifting Golden Apes.

As of now, Wang Dubao and his men weren't able to tame the apes to the extent that they were willing to leave their territory. As such, they could only rely on those big fellows to protect the foundation of the branch. It was why they couldn't be brought along as a combat force during the battle at Shu Prefecture.

Otherwise, when Wang Dubao and his men were surrounded and assaulted by the Other Tribe experts, with those Mountain Shifting Golden Apes to assist, even if they couldn't defeat the enemy, they wouldn't lose so miserably.

When Zhang Tianheng heard Xiao Yuntian's approval, he said proudly, "My people naturally wouldn't be inferior."

Vajra laughed and said, "She is really your people. I heard that you have taken care of her even in bed?"

Zhang Tianheng replied, "She is very special. I like this kind of woman."

Vajra then took a glance at Speech Fairy and Madam Fragrance.

Speech Fairy had ordinary looks and mediocre standards; she didn't have any reactions and was quietly standing in place.

Madam Fragrance had charming eyes and seductive looks. When she saw Vajra sizing her up, she covered her lips and let out a flirtatious laugh. "Protector rejected me, and I am not as pampered as Sister Snake. Sir Vajra must help this servant to reason things out."

Zhang Tianheng twitched his mouth and said, "You aren't lacking any intimate encounters. Why act so pitiful?"

He then looked at Vajra. "Don't use such eyes to look at me. I do not have such hobbies. Do you think I am that Old Wang?"

Vajra laughed and said, "Old Wang is only a little bolder on matters that are related to women."

"What do you think?" Zhang Tianheng made a spitting sound and said, "There is nothing to say about an uninhabited place like this. But in those densely populated large cities of the Qian Prefecture, I can splash a pail of water and drench two of Old Wang's fathers-in-law."

Xiao Yuntian said, "The two of you better exercise some restraint in front of Cult Master."

Zhang Tianheng and Vajra immediately kept quiet in response.

Chen Luoyang didn't have any expressions, as though he didn't care about this matter at all. However, his heart was already numbed.

As expected of the Demon Cult…

As the group was having a conversation, the opposing beast wave had been pushed back by the beast wave tamed by Young Lady Snake. The Demon Cult army had resumed their advance.

However, as they traveled, Chen Luoyang felt that something was off. Xiao Yuntian, Zhang Tianheng, and the others had also detected it.

"Snake, come back." Zhang Tianheng immediately yelled out.

Just as Young Lady Snake was feeling worried, there was surging black smoke that rose up in the surrounding mountains and spread out in all directions. The black smoke had covered the horizon, and it was impossible to see the boundaries. The black smoke was spreading even further.

An extremely ominous and dangerous presence was emitting from the black smoke.

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Black smoke was constantly rising and covering the entire place. It ultimately covered the entire sky. For thousands of kilometers, it looked as though everything was sealed in black smoke and turned into an independent spatial zone.

In the vast darkness, there were faint sounds of a tide. Subsequently, there were raging waves that swept in from all directions.

There was a torrential black sea that appeared in front of Chen Luoyang and others. The black sea was lifeless, and every living thing that it engulfed was exterminated!

The seawater was like extremely filthy ink, viscous and dense. Many of the spirit beasts from both sides were devoured by the seawater that suddenly welled up from the ground.

The beasts roared and struggled to leap and avoid the black seawater, but the ink-like seawater was impossible to get rid of once it stained the body.

It didn't matter what kind of spirit beast it was; as long as it was stained by the black seawater, all spirit beasts would let out painful howls. Their eyes would turn red and be filled with strands of blood, while their pelt and skin would start to fester.

Their flesh constantly undulated as though there was a strange power smashing around within the body. All the spirit beasts swelled up as though their bodies were inflated with air. Due to the festering on their skin, they turned into balls of meat that were grotesquely shaped. The mutilated surface of the body would also be squirming, and it was truly a ghastly sight.

At the next moment…

Bang!

When the spirit beast's body expanded several times larger than before, it finally reached the limit and suddenly exploded!

As the burst blood and flesh fused with the black seawater, the black tide would look as though it was a fire with oil sprayed on it, surging with more intensity.

On the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage, the Demon Cult experts were all astonished.

"Dead Sea Black Tide!"

Everyone leaped off the carriage without the need for Chen Luoyang to issue the order. All of the martial kings exhibited their abilities and did their best to assist the Demon Cult members on the ground to block the deadly tidal wave.

With their coordination and lead, the Demon Cult members didn't panic. They grouped up in order before allowing spirit beasts to carry and fly them up to the palace that was being pulled by the flood dragons in the air.

When facing this black sea, the martial kings weren't able to persist for too long either. After seeing everyone evacuated, Xiao Yuntian and the others also retreated one after the other.

Zhang Tianheng scuttled towards Young Lady Snake and carried her under his armpit. Due to the black seawater, there was no place for him to stand. Zhang Tianheng stepped on the back of a black-scaled giant snake, before flying straight to the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage while carrying Young Lady Snake.

"What is this…?" Young Lady Snake was frightened as she looked down.

The giant snakes that she raised with utmost care were all struggling in the black sea. With scaled bodies that possessed extremely tough defenses, they were able to last longer than other spirit beasts. However, after a short moment, those giant snakes started to twist in pain.

The flesh under the black scale was constantly swelling and distorting in shape. Finally, the armor scales were burst open as the snakes were turned into a pile of messy flesh. Afterwards, they were engulfed by the black sea and turned into its nutrients, making the black sea stronger.

"The Dead Sea Black Tide is a tidal wave that can exterminate all living things." Zhang Tianheng carried Young Lady Snake and had a stern expression. "This is the Other Tribe's absolute art, Edict of Black Death."

When engulfed by the tidal wave of darkness, all living things would be exterminated, leaving behind deathly stillness.

The silver snake on Young Lady Snake's wrist was constantly emitting a sharp hissing sound. The six flood dragons that were pulling the Demon Sovereign's carriage were also roaring with frustration.

The land below had already turned into the black death of hell. However, there were exceptions. There was a type of creature that was still alive. It was actually that group of giant rats!

They were currently entrenched together and facing the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage in the sky while making noises and revealing conceited expressions.

The black tide was undulating under the claws and fangs of the giant rats, and one could vaguely see some white bones underneath the tide. Those giant skeletons were close to a hundred meters in size, and they were none other than the remains of those black-scaled giant snakes.

The black-scaled giant snakes that were suppressing the giant rats earlier had now become stepping stones for the giant rats.

It wasn't just this; when those giant rats soaked in the black tide, their bodies increased in size. They were originally the size of a calf, but now, they were as large as adult bulls.

At the pitch-black seawater below, there were countless pairs of eyes that were flickering with green light, as though they were countless will-o'-wisps.

The giant rats made a clamor that was deafening.

"Everyone be careful and meditate while circulating your cultivation technique." Xiao Yuntian's voice echoed loudly. "This place has already turned into a dead sea. The Black Death Evil Force will automatically corrupt all living things here."

The spirit beasts that were flying in the air let out painful cries as they couldn't control their minds and were unable to continue flying. Even though they didn't get stained by the black seawater, they were still affected.

This Dead Sea Black Tide was strange and overbearing. It was truly a horrific sight. Those Demon Cult members that were fortunate enough to get onto the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage were all meditating and regulating their breaths.

However, there were some whose expressions were pale, while their bodies were heating up, and their eyes were bloodshot. They felt a faintly evil qi force in their bodies. The evil force slowly accumulated and constantly scuttled around as though it had its own vitality and mind.

It was imaginable that if this evil force strengthened to a certain extent, everyone's outcome would be just like those spirit beasts. Those with high cultivation stages were able to resist for a longer period, while those with weak cultivations were already starting to show warning signs.

Elder Mingjing condensed his martial dao intent and turned it into the eight-armed arhat. He then picked out those in the worst condition and isolated them. Otherwise, they would only worsen the conditions of the others in the vicinity.

Zhang Tianheng took a glance and saw that Young Lady Snake also had a miserably pale expression, and her forehead was perspiring with cold sweat. Her specialization was in controlling spirit beasts, but now, it was a contest of cultivation.

Zhang Tianheng placed his palm on her back and used his power to expel the Black Death Evil Force's corruption. However, he could only save her temporarily as Zhang Tianheng also had to withstand the corruption of the evil force.

Apart from Young Lady Snake, Madam Fragrance, General Ant, and others were also painstakingly holding on. To make things worse, the entire place, including the sky and the ground, were all covered in this Dead Sea Black Tide.

The black seawater was squeezing towards the middle from all directions and constantly approaching the Six Dragons Sovereign Carriage.

"Even if Left Sage King Xiuzhe's proficiency on the Edict of Black Death was unprecedented, to create such a vast dead sea is still a little outrageous, right?" Vajra yelled out.

Elder Mingjing muttered, "I heard that it was extremely dangerous to cultivate the Edict of Black Death. The practitioner would also be constantly corrupted by the Black Death Evil Force. In order to avoid being corrupted, the practitioner would need to increase his cultivation. It is best to have someone to coordinate and soothe the evil force."

After accumulating for a long period of time, even sand could form a tower, and it might even form some kind of artifact. The current situation should be the work of that artifact, and the dozens of years of evil force accumulation is all being released at once."

"There was also the spirit beast battle that spread blood everywhere and strengthened this evil force," Xiao Yuntian commented.

"All those aren't important. The crucial thing is what should we do now?" Vajra had a bitter expression and looked at Chen Luoyang on the throne. "This subordinate is incompetent. Will Cult Master please forgive me? Do you think…?"

Chen Luoyang looked at the black sea of death on the outside, and right at this moment, there was a surging tide that suddenly appeared on the surface of the black sea. It was actually a human face that was slowly emerging.

The features of this face were vivid and lifelike; when Xiao Yuntian and the others saw the face, they were all surprised. "It isn't Xiuzhe?!"

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