The Demon Lord continued, “Of course, the key point was that I was too powerful back then. The human race was already beaten into disarray by our demon race, like stray dogs. That Dragon Emperor likely foresaw that after I crushed the humans, I’d threaten the Dragon Clan, so he fully allied with the Human Emperor. They fought me for a long time, ultimately sacrificing their lives to suppress me.”
“So that’s how it was,” the Demon Commander said, astonished.
“The past is gone, no need to dwell on it. The focus now is for our demon race to bathe this world in blood once more. This time, no one will stop me!” the Demon Lord declared with commanding presence.
“Exactly, our demon race is the true ruler of this world!” the Demon Commander echoed.
“Back to the present. This Lin Yun you mentioned, killing him is necessary. Without him as the bridge, any alliance will collapse entirely. We can’t rely on luck, we must control everything. I nearly perished because of the Dragon Clan once, I won’t let them cause trouble again,” the Demon Lord said firmly.
“Understood. I’ll arrange for a sixth-tier Heavenly Demon to ambush him the moment he leaves the Endless Sea,” the Demon Commander said.
Pausing, he continued, “I’m just concerned that if the assassination fails again, we might lose a sixth-tier demon with no results.”
Though the Demon Commander believed a sixth-tier Heavenly Demon, comparable to a human third-tier All Things realm, should easily kill Lin Yun, past failures made him wary.
“No matter who you send, tell them if they can’t kill him within a minute, they must self-detonate, taking that Lin Yun with them!” the Demon Lord ordered.
“This…” The Demon Commander was shocked. So ruthless?
This was far harsher than his own approach. A sixth-tier Heavenly Demon was a vital asset, and to order self-destruction so casually?
“Without ruthlessness, how can we achieve greatness? Do as I command!” the Demon Lord’s tone brooked no argument.
“Yes, I’ll arrange it,” the Demon Commander replied.
…
Elsewhere.
After staying in the Dragon Palace for over ten days, Lin Yun decided to return to human territory to report to Vice Palace Master Yao in person.
With over a year until the Hidden Dragon Abyss opened, Lin Yun could return closer to the time. Staying idly in the Dragon Palace was less productive than cultivating and travelling in human lands.
Little Azure Dragon sent a Five-Clawed Golden Dragon to escort Lin Yun to the edge of the Endless Sea.
“Elder Lin Yun, I’ll see you off here,” the Five-Clawed Golden Dragon said, bidding farewell.
“Alright, you can head back,” Lin Yun replied with a polite smile.
Though Lin Yun had said an escort wasn’t needed, as he knew the route, Little Azure Dragon insisted on sending the Five-Clawed Golden Dragon.
After parting ways, Lin Yun continued forward, while the Five-Clawed Golden Dragon turned back toward the depths of the Endless Sea.
After a short flight, Lin Yun left the Endless Sea, arriving at the border between the Fire Cloud Empire and the Endless Sea.
“Phew, back on land at last,” Lin Yun said, hovering in the air with a smile.
As a human, the Endless Sea felt unfamiliar, while the land was far more comfortable and familiar.
Boom!
Suddenly, a massive oppressive force enveloped the area, isolating it from the outside.
“Who’s there!” Lin Yun shouted, instantly on guard.
“Lin Yun, you’ve opposed our demon race. Today, I’ve come for your life!” A chilling voice echoed through the surroundings.
With the shout, a demon beast charged from the distance, releasing a terrifying aura.
“A Heavenly Demon! Such a formidable aura!” Lin Yun’s face changed as he sensed the overwhelming power.
In that instant, Lin Yun knew the opponent’s realm far surpassed his own.
“Your demon race is relentless, aren’t you? How many times have you tried to assassinate me? Haven’t you learned enough from your failures?” Lin Yun said coldly.
As he spoke, Lin Yun quickly sent a message via his communication bracelet to his master, the Fire Cloud Emperor, informing him of the Heavenly Demon’s ambush.
Though he hadn’t fought yet and didn’t know if he could win, with the demon race suddenly attacking, caution demanded he notify someone immediately!
…
Fire Cloud Empire, Divine Capital, Imperial Palace.
The Fire Cloud Emperor was discussing matters with Chancellor Dongguo Wuji.
“Damn it, the demon race dares to target my disciple again!” The Fire Cloud Emperor shot to his feet, his face darkening.
“What? They’re after Lin Yun again? With his current strength, they’d need at least a fifth or sixth-tier Heavenly Demon to have a chance at killing him. The demon race is willing to pay such a price for Lin Yun?” Dongguo Wuji was stunned.
They had thought that after Lin Yun reached Eternal, the demon race wouldn’t dare attempt another assassination in human territory.
“Let’s go!” The Fire Cloud Emperor vanished in a flash, rushing to aid Lin Yun, too urgent to think further.
The last time the demon race targeted Lin Yun, he was poisoned with Soul-Breaking Poison and nearly died!
How could the Fire Cloud Emperor afford to be careless?
This disciple was his pride and joy, how could he let anything happen to him?
Chancellor Dongguo Wuji quickly followed…
…
Elsewhere.
“Enough talk, don’t try to stall! You’re dead today!” The massive demon beast, with long horns on its head, spoke with unwavering resolve.
As its words fell, it charged at Lin Yun, its horns like divine weapons, emitting a piercing whistle that shattered the surrounding space!
“Hmph, want to kill me? It’s not that easy!” Lin Yun sneered, drawing his sword as his inner force surged, striking forward.
“Shadow Sword Art, Eleventh Form!”
“Sky-Shaking Hand, Ninth Revolution, Erupt!”
A terrifying ripple emanated from Lin Yun’s palm, channelling immense power into his sword.
His divine sense and profound insights also erupted, merging into the strike, forming a radiant sword beam.
Boom!
As the two clashed, space shattered, and a terrifying shockwave swept outward, instantly collapsing distant mountain peaks!
