Chapter 109: Shadow of Dark Fire He seemed... extinguished.
"Si Jun Sword!"
Gu Congxing's aura suddenly turned cold. He took a few steps forward to block Si Junjian and shouted, "What are you doing? Could it be that now that you've become the Demon King, you disdain to have anything to do with me, and are you drawing a line here?!"
Si Junjian stared at him silently for a moment, then managed to utter:
“…there really needs to be a clear line drawn.”
"you--?!"
Gu Congxing suddenly opened his eyes wide, and spiritual power surged around him. Just as he was about to grab Si Junjian's shoulders, he heard a voice behind him.
"Oh, Your Highness, how could you say such heartless words?"
This person has a beautiful appearance, with loose raven hair, and walks slowly towards us holding a guqin. He is the great demon Yin Hou.
He moved closer to the two of them, looked at Gu Congxing intently, and smiled.
"Little Immortal Lord, it's been a long time since we last met. Have you returned from crossing the Styx?"
"Yin Hou..."
Gu Congxing looked at him, speechless for a moment.
Si Junjian glanced at the two of them, snorted coldly, and walked away.
Gu Congxing stared at the receding figure, but chuckled when he heard the sound.
"...Yin Hou, what are you laughing at?"
"Seeing you two both say one thing and mean another, trying so hard to save face that you're actually suffering, I find it really amusing... Hey, don't look at me like that, I was mainly referring to the other guy."
"But I don't think he can hold on for much longer."
Gu Congxing wanted to ask him why Si Junjian had become so indifferent and distant, but seeing that he looked like he was just watching a show, he didn't want to add to his excitement, so he simply said goodbye and went back into the house.
However, just as he was about to step out of the courtyard, he heard Yin Hou's voice again.
The volume was extremely low, almost like a soliloquy.
"The person who tied the bell must untie it. Some knots can only be untied by you yourself."
Gu Congxing paused and when he looked back, Yin Hou had disappeared.
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The next day, the group and the monster had returned to the monster realm.
In the Youdu Mountains, in the empty and silent palace, there is only a mighty silver wolf monster lying beside the black iron throne, looking extremely ferocious.
The heavy palace door was pushed open, and it immediately stood up, its animal eyes casually sweeping towards the door.
But when his eyes fell upon the tall and majestic silver figure, the silver wolf monster suddenly raised its long tail and pounced forward like lightning!
“Ouch—”
“Tiaotiao?!”
Gu Congxing was both surprised and delighted as he hugged its furry head, rubbed it hard, and let it rub against his cheek.
"Really? It's been a long time."
“Ah~”
Si Junjian watched their reunion quietly from the side. When Tiaotiao's tail wrapped around Gu Congxing's arm, his eyes moved slightly and he coughed lightly.
"...Gu Congxing, I have found some clues about the Primordial Mysterious Crystal."
Gu Congxing's attention was immediately drawn by these words: "Do you already know where it is?"
"Um."
Si Junjian glanced at the black iron throne not far away, but did not sit on it. Instead, he asked Xiao Yao to bring two mahogany flame-patterned benches.
"The Primordial Mysterious Crystal is in the great ravine connected to Muyin Mountain."
He sat down with dignity, supporting his chin with his right hand.
"The Great Ravine... I have an impression of it. It seems to be an extremely deep cliff."
Gu Congxing also sat on the bench, and a little demon moved the table and dishes nimbly and efficiently, and his movements were very orderly.
...This guy Si Junjian really disciplines his subordinates a lot.
Looking at the way he lives a life of luxury, this Demon King is really living a comfortable life. He is completely different from my junior brother, the Demon Lord.
He was secretly complaining, but his eyes suddenly stopped when he saw the snacks on the white porcelain plate.
It's mung bean pastry.
The crust is golden and crispy, still steaming, and exudes a tempting fragrance.
Si Junjian was still supporting his head casually, his expression indifferent and calm, but his eyes fell on him and the plate of mung bean pastries intentionally or unintentionally.
Gu Congxing stared at it for a moment, then picked up the mung bean pastry and took a bite.
The taste was dense and rich, sweet but not greasy, and more delicious than anything he had tasted before.
Gu Congxing's eyes lit up and he ate faster.
"Oh~" Tiaotiao used her head to bring a cup of amber tea. Gu Congxing took a sip and his brows relaxed again.
How come I didn’t know before that there were so many delicious foods in the demon world?
The red amber eyes blinked, staring at him silently for a moment, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on their faces.
When Gu Congxing finished eating the whole plate of mung bean pastry, Si Junjian's voice sounded again.
"The Great Ravine is truly a bottomless abyss, teeming with dangers and teeming with ancient, ferocious beasts. Therefore, I will soon lead the Lord of the Underworld to retrieve it. You will wait for us in the Demon Palace."
Upon hearing this, Gu Congxing immediately slapped the teacup in his hand and frowned, "What do you mean? Do you think my cultivation is not good enough?"
Si Junjian looked away, his tone still calm: "I didn't say that."
"Si Junjian, I, Gu Congxing, have never been a weakling hiding behind others and waiting for charity."
He suddenly stood up, walked a few steps to Si Junjian, bent down and looked at him.
"Have you forgotten who the person standing in front of you is?"
Those glass-black eyes shone brightly, and with them came the faint fragrance of Yuelin.
Si Junjian looked at him for a moment from a distance, then finally snorted and turned his head away.
"……what ever."
Therefore, it was decided that Gu Congxing, Si Junjian and Mingjun would travel together on this trip.
Before they left, Yin Hou came to see them off, muttering "What a pity, what a pity."
"Although I also want to go, but after all, a general must stay behind to guard the Demon Palace."
Yin Hou transformed into a female form again, with seductive eyes, and winked at Gu Congxing: "Little Immortal Lord, please don't forget me."
Si Junjian snorted coldly and turned around. Gu Congxing nodded to him slightly, and the group set off.
The great centaur demon Hades was tall and majestic. He walked silently behind the two of them, like a dark shadow following them.
Although I feel very safe, the feeling of oppression is also real.
With him behind them, Si Junjian and Gu Congxing, who were already quiet, talked even less.
The Great Ravine wasn't far from the Demon Palace, only a day and a half's journey away. When the three of them were halfway there, they saw dusk falling and sought shelter on the mountainside.
"Your Highness, I'm going to patrol the surrounding area and will be back in a moment."
The Lord of the Underworld half-knelt on the ground. Si Junjian nodded slightly to him, and the tall figure suddenly disappeared from his sight.
Only Si Junjian and Gu Congxing were left here, and the air fell silent for a moment.
“Swish——”
A ball of red flame exploded in the air, igniting a clump of grass.
Gu Congxing looked at the dancing flames in front of him, and the bright bonfire seven years ago suddenly appeared in his mind.
The dancing of the demons, the swaying shark veil, and a reckless and innocent kiss amidst the aroma of wine...
No, why did I suddenly think of this?
Gu Congxing shook his head gently, and a thin layer of red appeared on his earlobe.
Si Junjian had no idea what he was thinking. He stared at the flames without blinking, silent and motionless, like a carefully carved stone statue.
Gu Congxing couldn't help but look at him.
Since this reunion, he always felt that Si Junjian was different from before.
Alienation and indifference are the most obvious, yet also the most superficial, reflection of his changes.
Seven years ago, Si Junjian was clearly like a ball of never-ending flame, bright, dazzling, with a scorching brilliance, and he always looked proud and arrogant.
But at this moment, he seemed...extinguished.
Although her appearance is more refined and beautiful, she seems to have lost her inner vitality.
Although he is clearly in a high position, he is heavy and gloomy.
"...Si Junjian, how have you been doing in these seven years?" Gu Congxing's voice was a little hesitant.
Si Junjian turned his gaze towards him but did not respond.
Just when Gu Congxing thought he wouldn't say anything more, he spoke.
"Nothing." He added, "What about you?"
It's like a tongue twister.
Gu Congxing: "I—be careful!!"
A cold light suddenly flashed in the dark night, and Gu Congxing summoned the Whale-Slaying Sword in an instant, and immediately attacked from behind Si Junjian!
“Zheng——!”
The two long swords suddenly collided, making a clanging sound.
Amidst the flashing swords and shadows, the girl's hateful face was revealed!
"Ji Ling?!"
Almost at the same moment, a black scimitar suddenly shot out from the dark night and attacked Gu Congxing's back!
The red flames suddenly exploded, turning into a fire blade that knocked the scimitar away and bounced it back to its original place!
"Who is seeking death?"
Si Junjian flicked his long sleeves and raised his eyes with murderous intent.
Gu Congxing repelled Ji Ling amidst the surge of spiritual power and faced Si Junjian.
"The Demon King is indeed quite powerful."
Ji Meng stepped out slowly from the shadows and stood with Ji Ling.
"I thought I could succeed by using other people to distract the Lord of Hell, but I didn't expect there would be support."
Ji Meng's eyes swept over Gu Congxing and she suddenly frowned.
"You...are you the person who was with Lan Jue last time?"
It was discovered so quickly.
Gu Congxing raised his eyebrows but did not respond.
"Ji's Xuannv." Si Junjian took a step forward and casually stood in front of Gu Congxing. "You have frequently come to the Demon Palace to cause trouble before, and this time you dare to appear in front of me."
Demonic power surged throughout his body, and his long hair and clothes floated up.
"In that case, I will end you here this time—"
Before he finished speaking, a huge fireball shot out towards the two of them like magma!
The pressure from the demon race that is close to the God Transformation Stage is piling up layer upon layer, echoing with the scorching heat wave, making it almost hard to breathe!
"cut!!"
Ji Ling gritted his teeth and held the sword to resist. The Silver Snake Soft Sword burst out with a spiritual power barrier. Ji Meng also supported with the blade in both hands, but layers of cold sweat had already appeared on his forehead.
The intelligence clearly said that Si Junjian was just a half-demon who lived in seclusion, but he was so powerful!
Gu Congxing held the Whale-Slaying Sword in his hand, and when he saw the moment they showed their weakness, he immediately swung his sword!
“Flowing Clouds, Floating Light—!”
A fierce sword intent with tremendous spiritual pressure suddenly attacked. The pair of Xuannu generals were about to use all their strength to eliminate the fireball, but they saw that the golden sword light was already coming straight towards them!
"ah!!"
"Xiao Meng!"
At the critical moment, Ji Meng actually stood in front of Ji Ling, but was knocked away by the sword intent and vomited a mouthful of blood!
"Xiao Meng! You, you...!" Ji Ling supported the pale Ji Meng and immediately stuffed a Tianji Lingdan into her.
"You, damn it—!"
She suddenly turned her head, her young face full of hatred!
"Buzz..."
The sound of insects flapping their wings suddenly rang out. Gu Congxing's eyes flashed and he immediately activated his spiritual power.
"Be careful, it's a poisonous insect!"
Si Junjian narrowed his eyes slightly, and flames burst out around him.
"Damn it! Damn it! Damn it!"
Ji Ling held up the soft sword, his eyes filled with dark light!
"He wants to force the Patriarch's sister. She's almost dying. She's clearly almost exhausted..."
"As long as I defeat one person, it doesn't matter if it's Lan Jue, the Demon King, or anyone else! As long as I take down one, my sister won't have to keep making corpse insects!!"
Gu Congxing's expression suddenly changed when he heard this.
Ji Ling was already in a state of madness. She roared loudly, and nearly a hundred poisonous insects suddenly flew out!
“Please, go to hell—!”
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