Chapter 131 Is that all you've got?
The old ancestor was determined to die.
The demonic light that was about to penetrate Duan Jiuyou's body was withdrawn by Han Ling.
Duan Jiuyou's proposal was very sincere.
Once demonic energy enters the body, the disciples of the Ao Sect will become his puppets. If she had not fallen into demonic possession or had other intentions, how could she be willing to hand over the Great Qi Ao Sect that she had built with her own hands?
However, this method also takes a considerable toll on Han Ling.
Previously, in order to induce Duan Jiuyou to fall into demonic possession, Han Ling had already given her half of her demonic spirit. Now that she has given it to a group of Ao Sect disciples, when will she be able to fully recover her divine soul?
He secretly weighed the gains and losses, only realizing later that conspiring with Duan Jiuyou was a losing proposition.
The demon spirit was like a bag of money in his pocket. Today he would pay some "deposit" and tomorrow he would pay some "wages". Although it was a business partnership between the two of them, he was the only one who contributed "money".
Duan Jiuyou seemed to have seen through Han Ling's thoughts and spoke indifferently.
"What are you hesitating for? I've already put in the effort. You can't catch a wolf without risking your cub. By giving up these demonic spirits today, we'll reap the benefits later. Do you really want our two races to remain locked in this stalemate forever?"
—You're not worried about using your own spirit, so of course you don't care!
Han Ling cursed inwardly, but he also knew that this was the best way to resolve the current "predicament".
He opened his palm, and demonic light once again swirled around his fingers. This time, it wasn't to test Duan Jiuyou, but to forge a contract of submission with her.
The demonized god's disciple's spells are not simple; they not only require the consumption of one's own demonic spirit, but also the palm seal of the opposing lord.
This seal is similar to a lord's decree, representing agreement that a disciple of the clan has fallen into the demonic path. Only when both parties cooperate and reach a contract can the demonic energy successfully enter the body of the disciple of the Ao Sect.
Otherwise, if it were so easy to manipulate the gods, Han Ling would have used this method on the Huang Sheng and Huang Sheng clans long ago, letting them kill each other.
Duan Jiuyou flipped his hand to form a seal, establishing a contract with Han Ling. The demonic light and the divine seal merged. Han Ling revealed a confident smile, bent his hand to release a large amount of demonic energy, and suddenly threw it into the clouds!
"Oh no! Duan Jiuyou has signed a surrender agreement with Han Ling!"
The Demon Queen, who had been observing the battle, anxiously summoned someone.
Di Jiang and Bai Yanxing leaped out.
The demonic energy, like red threads, swiftly entered the body of the Ao Sect disciple. The Ao Sect disciple, who was just "practicing" with the Divine Race soldiers a moment ago, suddenly raised his blade without warning. The Divine Race soldiers had no time to react, and before they could even ask a question, they were killed by the Ao Sect disciple's sword!
Anger, horror, and bewilderment!
The general leading the troops, Nine Luminaries Divine Lord, charged into the formation like a madman. These were his soldiers, the youngest of whom had just come of age!
The Emperor's attempt to expel the demonic spirit from the Ao Sect disciple was futile; the lord had already pledged allegiance, leaving no room for negotiation! A large number of soldiers poured out of the city!
Ao Zong had been holding back until now, when he unleashed his killing spree, and the gods finally realized how terrifying they were.
Unstoppable, indestructible!
With such power, let alone the gods, could even the gods of the Thirty-Three Heavens descend to the mortal realm possibly stop it?!
Duan Jiuyou sat on the floating cloud chair, watching everything with an expressionless face, as if this slaughter was just an ordinary scene.
She gazed at the Thirty-Three Heavens, eager to know the expressions of the gods in the Heavenly Realm at this moment—whether they were anxious, angry, or indifferent.
Didn't you say that the common people are the most important? Didn't you say that you should protect all living beings? Are you suggesting that we wait until everyone dies before we start saving the world?
Han Ling greedily absorbed the ferocious energy.
He had exhausted himself and desperately needed to replenish his energy. At the same time, the demonic energy in his palms accumulated again, intending to control the disciples of the Ao Sect to storm the main city.
Emperor Jiang and the gods simultaneously activated the Heavenly Demon Formation. Han Ling's expression changed slightly, and he gave Duan Jiuyou a look: It's time for you to make your move.
Duan Jiuyou leaped down and rushed straight towards the magic array.
However, Di Jiang abruptly withdrew his attack just as she was about to touch the core of the formation.
Duan Jiuyou looked puzzled, then saw the gods form a new hand seal, turning the black crystal into a long sword, which Di Jiang then wielded.
Duan Jiuyou then realized that their real target was Han Ling!
Duan Jiuyou tried to turn the tables, but was trapped by the combined power of the gods. The six-path magic array descended from the sky, overwhelming her and leaving her unable to do anything!
Han Lingyi did not expect them to set up such a formation. When he tried to retreat, he was already a step too slow and was stabbed in the heart by Di Jiang's sword!
Han Ling gripped the sword, his eyes revealing a fierce look.
"Lord of the Great Wilderness, have you forgotten that I am merely a spirit, without a physical body? You don't actually think you can kill me like this, do you?"
Emperor Jiang gripped the hilt of his sword and advanced another inch!
"I want to try it."
Han Ling is indeed a spirit, but the demon spirit within him is controlled by the black crystal, which is exactly what Di Jiang wants.
Dark clouds surged overhead, thunder rumbled, and the Heavenly Demon Formation was spiraling into formation with the black crystal as its core. If this formation could be completed, perhaps it could kill Han Ling.
Unable to break free, the immense pain fueled his ferocity, causing him to tear himself apart and split into two spiritual bodies: a demon and a monster.
Emperor Jiang thought to himself: This is bad!
Seeing that Han Ling had abandoned his demonic body and used all his demonic spirit to fight back, he forcefully shattered the black crystal!
In an instant, the Heavenly Demon Formation dissipated, and Di Jiang was forced back by the huge light wheel generated by the shattering of the black crystal. After stabilizing his mind, he once again summoned the Exorcism Slash and approached. Han Ling neither dodged nor avoided, but actually wanted to take Di Jiang's attack head-on!
Just then, Duan Jiuyou broke free from the array of gods. Seeing that Han Ling's demonic energy was weakening, he used his body to knock Han Ling aside and take a heavy blow from Di Jiang!
Han Ling was rescued by Duan Jiuyou, but her expression was not relaxed. She seemed annoyed and unwilling, as if she did not want Duan Jiuyou to save her at all.
Duan Jiuyou looked completely bewildered.
Han Ling hesitated for a moment before choosing to flee. Duan Jiuyou glanced at the God Clan members who were following closely behind, but did not linger in the fight. He grabbed Di Jiang and led him and a group of Ao Sect disciples back to Dixi Mountain.
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Inside the side hall of Dixi Mountain.
It took two whole hours for Han Ling, who had been meditating with his eyes closed, to finally regain his breath.
Duan Jiuyou stood to the side with his arms crossed, looking him up and down. His eyes showed no concern, only disdain!
"Is that all you've got?!"
He and she only fought together once, and in less than half an hour they were defeated and lost their "demon life." Not to mention the gods of the Thirty-Three Heavens, even the gods of the Heavenly Realm almost took his life.
Han Ling's eyes turned cold and fierce; he was about to settle accounts with her!
"Is that all you've got? If you hadn't suddenly rushed out, Di Jiang would already be dead! Once a demon cultivator ascends to the Nine Spirits Demon Realm, they gain the power to devour. The weaker the demonic energy, the more amplified this power becomes. My initiative to confront Di Jiang earlier wasn't because I had nowhere to retreat, but because I wanted him to die on his own, and then I devoured his soul!"
Unexpectedly, Duan Jiuyou suddenly appeared and interrupted his power-gathering. The power-devouring backfired, causing Duan Jiuyou to seriously injure himself!
Han Ling questioned Duan Jiuyou: "You're not thinking of saving him, are you?!"
Duan Jiuyou was stunned for a moment, then his anger flared even more: "Who did you tell about your Devouring Power? I am not a member of the Demonic Path, I cultivate the Heavenly Path Martial Arts, and I know nothing about your Demonic Path methods. There is no record of Demonic Path cultivation in the Heavenly Realm's scriptures, how am I supposed to know whether you are going to kill him or be killed? Should I just watch you die?"
He was even angrier after saying that. With a wave of his sleeve, he shook open the doors and windows of the side hall. A group of Ao Sect disciples were standing outside the hall, all of them looking dazed, like idiots.
"How could we have killed so many people?"
"All the soldiers outside the Ten Realms City have been slaughtered by us. Aren't we disciples of the God Clan? How could we commit such atrocities!"
We should atone with our deaths!
Duan Jiuyou waved his hand to close the doors and windows, then glared angrily at Han Ling: "You took back the demonic spirits within them, didn't you? Can you take back what you've given away? They're nagging incessantly now, with no will to fight. If they want to attack the Tenth Realm again, are you going to go alone?!"
Han Ling remained silent, observing Duan Jiuyou's expression.
He certainly hadn't told her he possessed the power to devour, but it's hard to say she might have heard about it elsewhere. She inadvertently saved Di Jiang, severely injuring herself in the process—wasn't that intentional? Yet, judging from her current demeanor, it doesn't seem like she's faking it.
She has always been impulsive, acting rashly and without considering the consequences. Looking at her robe stained with blood and covered in wounds, having endured the exorcism slash from the Emperor's blade to save him, why would she have gone to such lengths if she didn't truly want to protect him?
Moreover, the disciples of the Ao Sect have already started a massacre, causing heavy casualties among the Divine Race. With the two sides now at odds, how can there be any room for reconciliation?
Thinking this over and blaming himself for being suspicious, Han Ling relaxed his tone and said, "Don't get so angry. I was seriously injured before, and it was just instinct to take back the demonic spirits in their bodies. After I recover for a few days, I will inject the demonic energy back into their bodies and then I can control them again."
After saying that, he asked Duan Jiuyou with concern: "Your injuries are quite serious, and you need to rest. I saw that you captured Di Jiang. Did you want to use his heart's blood to heal your wounds?"
"Or should we capture him and keep him as a pet?" Duan Jiuyou's tone was icy, his disgust for Han Ling had reached its peak.
Di Jiang used to come and heal her wounds at night. She was only lucid once, and when she saw that he had no intention of harming her, she drank his heart's blood.
This blood was very useful for her to recover from her injuries, and since he just happened to come to her, she took him back as a miraculous medicine.
Seeing that Han Lingyou still looked thoughtful, Duan Jiuyou sneered, "What, do you want to come with me and see if I want to catch up with him or drink his blood?"
Han Ling quickly said no need, putting on a smile, as if he had almost gotten used to pleasing Duan Jiuyou.
"However, I do need to go with you to take a look. The power of the Imperial Army is not to be underestimated. I happen to have two bone-piercing locks here. When the time comes, I will pierce through his divine bones and help you bind him more securely, so that you will have no worries."
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