Chapter 482 Homecoming
“…”
Yu Cang was silent for a moment, raised his hand, replaced the soul card in his hand with a portable fragment, and then put the bead in it.
The "destruction talisman" in front of his body had been shattered in the previous battle, otherwise it would have been burning fiercely by now.
But now, it doesn't matter anymore.
After putting away the dark bead, Yu Cang was silent for a moment.
Yaoqi's dried-up body had shattered into pieces and drifted away in the wind. He was completely dead.
Just now, what Yaoqi did really made Yu Cang look at him with admiration... so much so that he thought of rescuing him.
Looking back on it this way, although Yaoqi is definitely not a good person, he is indeed a pure demon... He was born in a false world, grew up on a false throne, faced with the illusory "mission", but chose to carry it out consistently.
From the beginning to the end, he really just wanted to bring all his "people" back to the world as a king and recreate the era of spiritual beasts.
Even after knowing the truth of everything and knowing that everything was fabricated by Jie Ting, he still chose to shoulder the mission of "king" and bear the pollution of destruction for all his people.
Although Yaoqi has always been arrogant, he really loves his people and is willing to take on the responsibilities of a king and make sacrifices for them.
From this point of view, he is indeed worthy of the title of "Demon King"... But all of this is indeed false, and he will never be able to truly become the Demon King.
So, perhaps dying here is the best ending for Yaoqi.
At least... he did die in front of his own people.
Just now Yaoqi asked himself whether he was worthy of being called king, but Yu Cang did not answer.
Because Yu Cang knew that what he really wanted to ask was not himself.
The reason why he asked himself this was because he was the only "king" on the field, an existence "equal" to the Demon King, and was qualified to recognize and affirm Yaoqi's behavior.
In fact, even though Yaoqi said "I don't need your recognition" after everything was destroyed, what he cared about most in his heart was probably his own people.
That's why Yu Cang didn't answer, but turned his gaze to Uncle Niu and the others.
Who knew that it was Ao Hai, the Lord of the Dragon Palace, who answered Yao Qi on their behalf... It must be said that his answer was very important.
It was enough to let Yaoqi finally rest in peace.
He died with the posture and identity of a king, and died in the gaze of his subjects. He would also leave a spirit tablet in the Dragon Palace King Temple as a Chilong, letting future generations know that he was the Demon King Yaoqi.
Putting aside his identity, Yaoqi saved the entire Tianmen, and this achievement is enough to enter the King's Temple.
In comparison, Jie Ting's behavior...both in terms of pattern and purpose, is a bit clownish.
In order to escape from the True Blood Arsenal, he did not hesitate to pollute the Emperor's Seal, guide Yaoqi to establish the Blood Empire, provoke the relationship between humans and spirit beasts, collude with the Desolate Sect, and even when his plan failed in the end, he was desperate and released the pollution of the Desolate.
Although what Yaoqi did was extreme, it was at least truly beneficial to the spirit beasts. There was nothing wrong with a king protecting his own people and excluding dissidents. The conflict with Yu Cang was nothing more than a difference in stance and means.
However, what Jie Ting did offended both sides, damaging the interests of humans, half-bloods, and spirit beasts. He even wanted to drag Yu Cang into being a despicable person. He planned all these things just for his own selfish desires. He was a pure bad guy.
It was a bargain for him to die at Feng's hands.
"Yu Cang."
A calm voice suddenly came from the front.
Yu Cang looked up and saw Ao Hai.
At this moment, this mythical and strong dragon man slowly walked down from the air. Although one of his arms was broken, his aura was still extraordinary.
"Although I was controlled just now... I saw everything you did." Ao Hai's eyes were filled with admiration and praise. "I've heard of your name for a long time... Now that I've seen it with my own eyes, I know that your talent, talent, and vision are far greater than the rumors say."
"...Dragon King, thank you for your kind words." Yu Cang said.
And then, Ao Hai shook his head: "But, you shouldn't have saved Yaoqi just now."
"...I know." Yu Cang did not deny it.
Indeed, even now it seems that Jie Ting is 99% to blame for Yaoqi's current situation - if he had not instigated opposition from the moment Yaoqi was born and instilled wrong ideas into Yaoqi, the Bloodline Empire might not have become what it is today.
If Yu Cang had known about the True Blood Arsenal earlier, perhaps he could have found another way out for this place.
However, there are no ifs and wherefores in reality. Since Yaoqi has come this far, with blood on his hands, there is no turning back. If Yu Cang tries to save Yaoqi because of what he did, then if word gets out, it will inevitably affect Yu Cang's relationship with the mixed-bloods and even make his followers feel uncomfortable.
Perhaps, this will sow the seeds of discord.
Fortunately, Yaoqi finally rejected Yu Cang - but even if Yu Cang only expressed an intention to rescue, it would be enough to make use of the situation in the eyes of those who were interested.
People's hearts are very sensitive. If a mixed-blood person knew this news, even if he or she did not care, he or she would definitely not be able to control himself or herself from thinking too much.
What Ao Hai said was exactly the suggestion for the path of "King" Cang.
Yu Cang also knew that what he had said just now was indeed inappropriate, but since he had said it, he had no intention of covering it up.
He tried to save Yaoqi because he was indeed moved by his actions - but even if Yaoqi really became Yu Cang's soul card, he was destined not to have the same status as other comrades.
"I'm glad you understand." Ao Hai nodded affirmatively.
He is upright, neither humble nor arrogant, and magnanimous. What a king he is.
To be honest, in the situation just now, Jie Ting's invitation was definitely full of temptation... If it were someone else, even if they didn't agree immediately, they might at least pretend to agree.
What's more, Yu Cang is a young man.
After all, just now, the situation was in Cang's control. Whatever he said was the truth. Just as Jie Ting said, there would be no hidden dangers.
The fact that he could still refuse this situation calmly only showed that Yu Cang's vision was far greater than the small piece of land described by Jie Ting.
In addition, he has many masters under his command and various strange phenomena... Therefore, although Yu Cang has always denied that he is a king, Ao Hai has already placed him in the position of king.
After saying that, Ao Hai looked into the distance and his expression became a little serious.
There is rebellion everywhere now. The half-bloods and spirit beasts who were secretly bewitched by Jie Ting are fighting and engaging in chaos with the forces of the Dragon Palace.
"Yu Cang, I'm sorry to have embarrassed you at the Dragon Palace today," Ao Hai said solemnly. "I hope you can forgive my poor hospitality. Once I've cleaned up the mess, I'll personally invite you to the Dragon Palace! Now, leave this to us. Go and get some rest."
Yu Cang nodded: "Okay."
Now, it is really not easy for him to stay in the Dragon Palace.
On the one hand, it would be inappropriate for him to interfere while others were suppressing the rebellion, and on the other hand... he was still carrying the bead that had turned into pollution, so it was not appropriate for him to stay in Tianmen.
Better take it out as soon as possible.
So, Yu Cang did not hesitate, turned around and went out towards Tianmen.
On the way, a thoughtful look flashed in his eyes.
It now seems that the situation in the Tianmen Secret Realm has been brought under control... The methods of the Bloodline Empire and the Desolate Sect have been cracked and are safe.
But I always feel that... there is something strange...
…
Lingxiao Tower
Buzz...
A burst of light filled the ninth floor, and when it converged, Yu Cang's figure emerged from it.
"call……"
He let out a long breath.
Back to the real world again.
I didn’t expect that I would experience such a fierce battle the first time I entered Tianmen.
Am I worthy of participating in a battle of this level?
Although he was very calm when he joined the battle just now, Yu Cang still couldn't help feeling a little scared when he thought about it now.
The gap between a life-and-death fight and an academy duel is truly enormous.
When he faced Jie Ting, he was too arrogant and almost caused a disaster because of his recklessness.
But then again, no one can guarantee that they won't make mistakes all the time... Even Jie Ting, wasn't it because of his carelessness that Yaoqi came to the world?
All I can say is, try your best to learn from this experience.
"Yu Cang." A voice came from the side.
It’s Ling’e.
His face was a little pale at this time. Obviously, the impact of the evil god's gaze on him just now had not dissipated yet.
"You're back, Yu Cang." Ling E looked at Yu Cang with a complicated look.
He originally thought he had overestimated Yu Cang... but after this battle, he found that he still underestimated this young man.
He was a legendary guardian of the country, but he played no role at all in this battle. On the other hand, Yu Cang... was fighting on two fronts, with double blood C, and was attacked from the inside out. He racked his brains but couldn't understand how Yu Cang, a sixth-level soul card master, could do this.
Just now, when Ye Lai stabilized the situation, he also asked him about the situation in the Tianmen Secret Realm... The answer he got surprised him.
Myths are in turmoil!
Even if he were to go, he wouldn't be able to handle this situation! ——And he couldn't enter the Tianmen Secret Realm either. He had just fought a fierce battle with the Desolate Sect, and his concentration of Desolate must have exceeded the standard. He couldn't enter in this state.
As a result, Yu Cang was able to turn the tide and stabilize the situation.
He wanted to know some details, but Ye Lai was unwilling to reveal too much, so he could only guess.
Maybe... Shouzu arrived in time?
It's impossible that Yu Cang is really suppressing Shen Hua...
"What's the situation in Tianmen now?"
"Ling Zhenguo." Yu Cang smiled. "Fortunately... Ao Hai Mythology has returned to normal. The main threat is gone. Only a few spirit beasts are rebellious. Ao Hai Mythology can handle it on its own."
"That's good." Ling E nodded. "How about you? Are you not hurt anywhere?"
"I'm fine...but there's something I want to ask."
"What's up?"
Yu Cang blinked: "When did the myth of Emperor Chang'an come...?"
"Ah?" Ling E opened his eyes wide, "Emperor Shenhua? Isn't he still sleeping..."
Snap, snap, snap...
"Yu Cang, Yu Cang, you really gave me a big surprise."
Rhythmic applause came from behind Ling E. Ling E was startled and turned around quickly, only to see...
Sitting on the wooden chair next to the fence was a middle-aged man in ancient costume with long silver hair. Just by looking at him, one could feel a sense of otherworldliness.
Ling E's pupils suddenly shrank, and then cold sweat broke out on his forehead.
He quickly bowed and saluted: "Shenhua, when...when did you come?"
The figure that suddenly appeared was Di Chang'an!
But at this moment, Di Chang'an in front of him was not the same as when Yu Cang first met him. Although his temperament was still extraordinary, he was now sitting with his legs crossed, shaking his legs while eating snacks on the wooden table beside him.
Compared to the Di Chang'an I met before, this one has a more ruffian air.
"A while."
Throwing the last bit of snack into his mouth, Di Changan stood up and clapped his hands.
"Yu Cang, let me introduce myself—I'm Guixiang, and I'm Di Changan's companion spirit."
Yu Cang's heart trembled.
Companion soul?
Just like the relationship between Duan Feng and Aqiu?
I see.
Yu Cang sighed: "Since you appear here...it seems that everything that happened today is under your control."
"Not really." Guixiang tilted his head. "Take you for example—Yu Cang. I've already made a lot of mental estimates, but your ability to provide dual support and lead both inside and outside Tianmen still exceeded my expectations...
"I thought I'd use the Dragon Palace Rebellion to train you, and now that you're ready, it's time for me to take action... But I didn't expect you to disdain the Dragon Palace Rebellion battlefield and head straight for Ao Hai... Tsk, young people these days are truly amazing."
Yu Cang chuckled: "I'm just doing my best."
"You tried your best, but Ling E has lost all his face."
"Ahem..." Ling E kept coughing, "Shenhua, Ling has suddenly felt a little unwell in recent years, or..."
"Come on, I'm not planning on dismissing you, so don't bother with that." Guixiang waved his hand. "I'm letting you down a bit this time to teach you a lesson. If I really wanted to punish you, you wouldn't be able to see me now."
Ling E wiped the sweat from his forehead: "Ling knows..."
lesson?
Yes... The reason why this incident became such a big deal was partly because Duan Zai was a member of the Duan family, which made me let down my guard.
Although he has been deliberately keeping a distance from his family since he became the mythical guardian of the country, his surname is still Ling after all, and some things cannot be cut off just by wanting to... The Ling family wants to use his influence, and many times they don't need his consent.
And because the Ling family was very sensible and the little tricks they played were not big, Ling E, who did not want to completely turn against them, did not pay too much attention to it and just acquiesced... until today, when something happened.
After today, I really should be more ruthless...
"But you, Yu Cang." A hint of curiosity flashed across Guixiang's face. "I wanted to hide, so you shouldn't be able to guess where I was, not even that scholar... How did you find me?"
"I was just guessing," Yu Cang said. "I didn't know you were nearby, but Shou Zu's return was so strange... He looked so confident, as if he had someone backing him up... So I thought I'd play a trick... Hehe, I didn't expect my guess to be right."
"You kid." Guixiang shook his head and smiled.
(End of this chapter)
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