Chapter 59. The newcomer's face darkened; these words...
The newcomer's face darkened. If these words reached Donghuang Taiyi's ears, he would probably have to reorganize the Demon Court's guards.
This person was none other than Kunpeng, who had previously chased after Hongyun. He was a demon master from the Demon Court, who created demon script and was quite capable. However, he was also petty and held a deep grudge against Hongyun for abdicating in the Purple Cloud Palace, which caused him to miss out on the Primordial Purple Qi. To this day, the whereabouts of the last wisp of Primordial Purple Qi remain unknown, and Kunpeng has always been resentful, believing that the Purple Qi must have been left by Nuwa to Fuxi.
After all, Hongyun ultimately perished at the place where Nuwa created humans, and in the end, only Nuwa saw Hongyun and was able to obtain anything from him.
He had already questioned the Styx Ancestor of the Netherworld Blood Sea, and even used a rewind spell, losing a realm of cultivation. When he saw Hongyun arrive in the Netherworld, the Styx Ancestor tried to stop Hongyun from obtaining the Primordial Purple Qi. However, the Nine-Nine Scattered Souls self-destructed, leaving Hongyun's soul alone with nothing. In the end, he escaped into the Netherworld Sea.
Therefore, the Primordial Purple Qi did not fall into the hands of the Styx Ancestor. It was either completely taken away by Hongyun after being integrated into his divine consciousness, or it could only have fallen into the hands of Nuwa.
Kunpeng preferred to believe the latter, so he would come to Nuwa Palace to inquire from time to time.
He observed Fuxi but found no signs of primordial purple energy. Kunpeng thought it was just Fuxi's acting skills.
Today, knowing that Nuwa and Fuxi had been invited away by Dijun, he wanted to take advantage of the fact that no one was around to go into Nuwa's palace to investigate. Who knew that as soon as he arrived, he saw two people, one big and one small, who did not look like demons, bending over and doing something against the wall.
He had barely uttered a question when the person opposite him retorted sharply, his words sharp and cutting. Kunpeng glared at Cang Li with hostility.
Cang Li raised her chin, not afraid at all. This was her mother's territory, and she wasn't afraid of anyone coming.
Kunpeng approached Cangli: "Who knows if the Wu Clan came up with some new and powerful method to evade the patrols and let you in?"
"Guards! Seize these two spies from the witch clan!"
No one who offended him has ever escaped easily. Even if these two aren't spies, he'll still label them spies today.
Cang Li became wary. The bird-man opposite her looked like he had ill intentions and was now resorting to force. Cang Li pushed Er into the Nuwa Palace and quickly cast a protective spell. This was the only minor spell she had learned from Taiqing that wasn't for farming, but it was actually related to farming. Cang Li wanted to use the protective spell to add a layer of protection to the fields, so that she could grow vegetables even in winter.
However, Cang Li has not yet researched this technology, so it is currently just a simple protective technique.
The protective spell formed a transparent light shield in the depths of Cang Li's body, protecting Cang Li and Er behind him within the shield.
The demon soldiers behind Kunpeng rushed over after Kunpeng gave the order.
Cang Li shouted to stop them: "Let's see who dares to come over! Nuwa is my mother, and my uncle Fuxi personally brought me here! This person has ill intentions and wants to kidnap me to threaten my mother. I think he is the spy!"
Upon hearing this, the demon soldiers paused, looking hesitantly at Kunpeng.
Kunpeng was furious: "Nonsense! I have never heard of a sage having a daughter. It must be the witch clan's flattery! Arrest her!"
The demon soldiers looked at each other and finally decided to obey Kunpeng. They would follow orders and ultimately they wouldn't be blamed.
Cang Li was angry. She rummaged through her backpack for weapons. She only had two: the Xuanyuan Sword and the Hongmeng Holy Sword. Cang Li wanted to take out the Hongmeng Holy Sword, which she preferred, but suddenly stopped before doing so. She couldn't take out Hongyun's things in front of the demon race; it would arouse suspicion. In the end, Cang Li switched to the Xuanyuan Sword, holding it in her hand and pointing it at Kunpeng.
"If you come any closer, don't blame me for being impolite!"
The Xuanyuan Sword emitted a faint light in Cang Li's hand, as if in response to Cang Li's words.
Kunpeng sneered and waved his hand, and a dozen or so demon soldiers rushed forward.
Cang Li took a deep breath and wielded the Xuanyuan Sword haphazardly, for the first time having the thought that he shouldn't have disliked studying.
Fortunately, the Xuanyuan Sword lived up to its reputation as a divine weapon; even when swung haphazardly without any strategy, it prevented these demonic soldiers from getting close.
Kunpeng's expression gradually changed, and his gaze followed the Xuanyuan Sword. He never expected that such a divine weapon existed in the world, comparable to a primordial spiritual treasure. He wanted to seize the treasure.
At this moment, Kunpeng completely forgot that he was in Nuwa's Palace, Nuwa's territory, and only wanted to seize the treasure.
The spiritual energy within Cang Li continuously supported the Xuanyuan Sword in repelling the enemy. Her expression was not very pleasant; she never expected to encounter such an idiot while staying in the Nuwa Palace.
"What's going on?! Stop it!"
An unfamiliar voice came urgently from behind Kunpeng.
Upon hearing this, the demon soldiers besieging Cang Li retreated and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Demon Saint Bai Ze!"
Kunpeng withdrew his gaze from the Xuanyuan Sword, concealing the venom in his eyes, and turned to Bai Ze, who had rushed over, saying with righteous indignation:
"This person is a spy from the Witch Clan, not one of my Demon Clan. Bai Ze, why are you stopping me from capturing the spy?!"
Bai Ze glanced at Kunpeng, then stepped forward and said to Cang Li with a smile:
"I apologize for being late. The Sage sent me to invite you over."
Cang Li held her sword across her chest, watching Bai Ze warily. Although this gentle and handsome demon didn't seem like a bad person, what if he was just putting on a good act? What if that bird-like guy came along and grabbed her?
Seeing Cang Li's wary expression, Bai Ze turned to Kun Peng and said:
"You are overthinking this, Demon Master. This is a distinguished guest of the demon race, the daughter of a sage. Even the two emperors would not dare to neglect her. You would better apologize to Fellow Daoist Cang Li as soon as possible, otherwise, if the emperors blame you, even I cannot plead for her."
Kunpeng gritted his teeth. He had missed his chance. If he had killed this man before Bai Ze arrived, he could have easily claimed that the man was a spy and knew nothing else. Even if he was blamed, it would only be considered a case of mistaken identity. But now he couldn't. He couldn't get his hands on that innate magic treasure either. Kunpeng swallowed his resentment, turned around and smiled, bowing apologetically to Cang Li.
"It turns out it was a misunderstanding, fellow Daoist. Please don't be offended. It's just that there have been constant conflicts between the Wu and Yao clans these past two days, which is why I mistakenly thought you were a spy from the Wu clan."
Cang Li pursed her lips, then looked at Bai Ze and said stiffly, "No need to apologize. In the future, I hope this demon master will keep his eyes open. If he tries to arrest people without distinguishing right from wrong again, others are not as easy to talk to as I am."
Kunpeng repeatedly agreed.
Seeing this, Bai Ze breathed a slight sigh of relief and said to Cang Li with a smile, "Fellow Daoist, please come with me. The Sage is still waiting for you with His Majesty."
Cang Li sized up Bai Ze for a moment: "Did my mother really send you to call me?"
Bai Ze nodded: "That's right, fellow Daoist, don't worry. I am Bai Ze. I didn't avoid others when I came here. If I really want to harm you, fellow Daoist, and the Sage blames me, I won't be able to escape either."
Cang Li believed half of what he heard, turned around and pulled Er out, and followed Bai Ze.
As Cang Li passed by Kunpeng, she glared at him. She was petty and held grudges. This person had ill intentions towards her and must have some ulterior motive.
Kunpeng's expression remained unchanged as he watched Cangli and Bai Ze depart with a smile, only revealing a sinister look when the three figures were no longer in sight.
Cang Li followed Bai Ze to the Lingxiao Palace. There were quite a few people inside. Besides Nuwa, Fuxi, Dijun, and Donghuang Taiyi, whom he knew, there was also a beautiful and dignified goddess and several people who looked like monsters from Journey to the West sitting there.
After quickly looking around, Cang Li ran to Nuwa's side with a smile on his face: "Mom, didn't you tell me to wait for you at home? Why did you send this Fellow Daoist Bai Ze to call me?"
Nuwa smiled immediately upon seeing Cang Li, patted Cang Li's head, and pulled him close, saying:
"Stand still, stop acting coquettish. You've met His Majesty and Taiyi before. This is Lady Xihe. The one who came to pick you up was Bai Ze. And sitting below are Yingzhao, Jimeng, Jiuying, and Feilian. They are all demon saints of the demon race."
Upon hearing this, Cang Li hurriedly greeted the several demon saints.
Di Jun said from the side:
"No need for formalities, everyone. Cang Li is the leader of the human race and the daughter of a saint. We are all one family."
Everyone agreed.
Cang Li whispered to Nuwa, "Mom, it looks like they're discussing something important here. Why did they call me here?"
Nuwa said, "Didn't you want to find a master for this kid? The most powerful demons are all here. His Majesty just heard me mention it and said that you and this kid can choose for yourselves."
Cang Li looked at her mother with admiration. She was really amazing. Choosing a master was as easy as choosing a cabbage. She had heard a little about the demon saints of the demon race, and she had let her bring Er to choose one herself.
As expected of a god who has reached a high position, her status is transcendent, and the demon race has to consider Nuwa's feelings in everything they do.
The mother and daughter were talking when Xihe, who had just finished giving her opinion, quietly walked over and said with a smile:
"What is the sage saying? I think Cang Li is very well-behaved. It's a pity about my ten good-for-nothing sons, who are always making a fuss about wanting to come out."
Nuwa was very proud when she heard someone praise Cangli. She gave Xihe a look that said, "You have a good eye." She said, "Not bad, not bad. My baby is very capable. I never have to worry about him."
Xihe's heart stirred, but she said without showing it, "Then I must ask the Sage for some advice on raising children."
Nuwa felt a little guilty because she had only raised one child, Cangli. Cangli was just a shell without a soul back then, so he was easy to raise. As for parenting experience, she really didn't have any.
Xihe then said to Cangli, "Cangli, when you have time in the future, you can go to Tanggu for a visit. It'll be more lively with more people there."
Cang Li thought for a moment and realized that Tanggu was the place where ten suns lived. After the ten suns grew a little, they took turns appearing in the sky. Later, for some unknown reason, all ten suns appeared at the same time, which led to Hou Yi shooting down the suns.
Crisis! The thought of ten suns appearing together on the primordial continent sent alarm bells ringing in Cang Li's mind. Her people and fields would be scorched dry.
Xihe noticed that Cangli's expression was a bit strange and asked, "What's wrong? Did I say something wrong?"
Cang Li snapped out of her daze and quickly shook her head, saying, "No, no, I just thought Lady Xihe was so beautiful that I was mesmerized."
Xihe was taken aback for a moment, then covered her mouth and laughed.
Nuwa tapped Cangli's head: "You child, you haven't changed any of your old habits?"
Then he said to Xihe, "She was the first person I created. Later, when she saw me creating people, she insisted that I make them look good. She didn't like them if they weren't good-looking. This child has liked beautiful things since she was little, and she still can't get rid of this habit."
Cang Li covered her head and looked at her mother. When had she ever made such a request? Nonsense!
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