The pitch-black mountains seemed to come alive.
A cold, brutal aura flashed by.
At the top, on the obsidian-like mountain, a pair of dark golden pupils opened.
Immediately afterwards, the pupils began to rise, and the entire mountain came to life.
The Serpent Lord's enormous body stretched out, instantly absorbing all the surrounding light.
Even simply stretching its body can tear open cracks in the void.
Those horns, majestic as a crown.
"Has there been any conclusion regarding Jin Yao's death?"
"Reporting to Serpent Lord, there are none at the moment."
"Then why did you come back?"
Within his dark golden vertical pupils, a chilling killing intent flickered.
"Reporting to Serpent Lord, Jin Yao's death may be related to several warriors on the Heavenly Hero Ranking."
Behind these people stood the four major families and the Jixia Academy.
Both sides...
Before he could even utter the words "Don't mess with me," Chi Mei was sent flying.
Even though it was a top-tier demon beast at the perfected tenth-grade Dharma Manifestation realm, it felt as if its entire body was about to fall apart.
Are you scared?
The frost in the Serpent Lord's eyes grew even more intense.
If it were the former Shang Dynasty, it would be understandable that Chi Mei feared human martial artists, since the Shang Dynasty at that time was a world dominated by martial artists.
But now three thousand years have passed since the fall of the Great Shang Dynasty, and the Ten Thousand Demons Sect is one of the five great immortal sects.
What reason do they have to fear the power of humans?
The four great families are a thing of the past.
Even if a martial artist with unparalleled strength has not emerged in three thousand years, what good is having profound knowledge and experience?
As for the Jixia Academy, what is there to worry about?
Isn't he just an invincible opponent?
Do you really think you're so great just because you fought the three hall masters of the Ziyang Immortal Sect?
There are differences even among half-immortals!
Apart from the mysterious Ziyang Palace Master, the other six Palace Masters of the entire Ziyang Immortal Sect are nothing special.
"Gather the demons and march upon the Great Zhou!"
"If the murderer of Jin Yao is not found, the world will be wiped out in blood!"
The Serpent Lord's voice echoed through the suspended mountain.
The figure crawling in the mountains exuded Zhou Zhen's violent aura.
What followed was the roar of ten thousand beasts.
Three thousand years of time in this grotto-heaven cannot erase the killing instinct in our blood.
"Three thousand years ago, human warriors could slaughter us at will. Now it's their turn to pay the price!"
"Finally, we have a chance to invade human territory!"
"Crush the Great Zhou and avenge Jin Yao!"
The old demon is no longer suppressing his emotions.
The suspended mountain has fully awakened.
"Kill...kill!"
Chi Mei struggled to her feet, her eyes turning bloodshot.
The savagery lurking within seemed poised to completely devour the reason in my heart.
Just then, a wave of warmth washed over me.
The power, originating from the same source, not only healed the injuries within the Crimson Demon's body but also awakened its rationality.
As the crimson hue faded, a snow-white figure appeared before Chi Mei's eyes.
Six snow-white fox tails unfurled, exuding an aura of power identical to that of the Serpent Lord.
"Greetings, Fox Lord!"
Amidst the mountains, one after another, demonic beasts roared loudly.
The snow-white figure was none other than one of the three Venerables of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect.
"Akahime, now that you're awake, you'll be in charge of this operation!"
The Serpent Lord looked at the Fox Lord and spoke.
"Don't worry, Serpent Lord, leave the person who killed Jin Yao to me."
Akahime bowed in agreement, then changed the subject, saying, "However, Serpent Lord, I think it is not advisable to start a large-scale war with the human dynasty at this time."
Why?
"The Serpent Lord asked."
After all, Akahime is one of the three Venerables of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect.
The Serpent Lord still had enough patience with her.
There is a saying among humankind: "The world, after a long period of unity, will inevitably divide."
Over the course of three thousand years, conflicts have long existed among various factions within the human race.
The conflict between the four major families and the Jixia Academy was a sign of internal strife in the Great Zhou Dynasty.
Sending troops to human territories at this time could very well lead to a truce between opposing forces.
By then, it might not be a good thing for us.
Moreover, the Great Zhou has the Ziyang Immortal Sect. Although those people don't care about the lives and deaths of mortals, they care most about their reputation.
We've started this war without permission, and that might anger them.
Akahime patiently explained.
These words calmed the Serpent Lord's previously volatile temper somewhat.
That's the correct way to put it.
But not going to war is ultimately unsatisfying.
"Don't worry, Serpent Lord, this time I will make a high-profile move."
All people and forces involved in Jin Yao's death will be wiped out.
"Let us wash away our humiliation with blood, and proclaim the might of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect!"
Akahime's words pleased the Serpent Lord greatly.
At least it doesn't see any problem.
"Akahime, I'm leaving this matter to you!"
After saying this, the Serpent Lord transformed into a mountain once more.
......
"Sister, thank goodness you came!"
Chi Mei finally breathed a sigh of relief upon returning to the Ten Thousand Demon Mountain Range.
At this moment, she transformed into human form once more.
Akahime also took human form.
Her red dress was fiery red, but her stunningly beautiful face was as cold as ice.
Looking at the wailing humans around her, she gently raised her hand and ended their lives.
Sensing Akahime's displeasure, Akahime quickly signaled the demonic beasts in the hall to retreat.
When only the two sisters remained, Akahime finally spoke up, saying, "Humans eat demons, and demons eat humans; neither is wrong."
But I don't want your hands to be stained with too much human blood.
We certainly don't want you to commit the same cruel and abusive acts against humans as they do.
Did you understand?
"Sister, I understand!"
Chi Mei lowered her head, like a child who had done something wrong.
"This time, come with me down the mountain!"
"Sister, why is this?"
Akame looked at Akahime with a look of astonishment.
She didn't understand, what was the point of her following along?
After all, with her sister's abilities, she wouldn't need to do anything at all.
“Those people dared to kill Jin Yao, so they must have had the confidence.”
Behind them must stand an invincible force.
My killing of Jin Yao will inevitably invite retaliation.
It is not safe for you to remain in the Ten Thousand Demon Mountains.
"They wouldn't dare!"
Chi Mei frowned slightly and said, "This is the territory of the demon race, and also the entrance to the immortal sect."
"Do those human warriors have such audacity?"
"You're still too young."
Akahime shook her head and said, "Being invincible in the mortal world is not only a state of being, but also a belief."
Every martial artist who has reached this stage is a person of unwavering will.
"Let alone killing our way here, they could even break into the Ten Thousand Demon Sect."
Human warriors have never lacked courage and bravery.
Back in the Shang Dynasty, some even dared to challenge immortals.
"Okay, sister!"
Upon hearing this, Chi Mei said no more.
......
In the depths of winter, Qingyang Town seems to have been forgotten by the snow.
The warm sun shines down, and everywhere you look, you can see people basking in the sun.
The events that occurred before August did not change anything.
The deceased are gone, but the living remain.
Life, after all, must go on.
Li Family Inn remains the only inn in town.
"Brother Guang, I just saw that martial arts instructor from that martial arts hall heading towards Brother Fan's house?"
A child rushed into the shop, and Li Xiaoguang, who had been all smiles, immediately grabbed a carrying pole and rushed out.
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