After emerging from seclusion, Mo Fan saw Bai Yaoyao sitting cross-legged at the entrance.
Seeing him, Bai Yaoyao opened her eyes, looking surprised. “You’re out so soon?”
“Yes, I only needed to refine one thing. It didn’t take long,” Mo Fan nodded, then added, “Regarding the two demon mountains, I have a new plan.”
“Oh?” Bai Yaoyao looked at him curiously.
“Instead of waiting for the two mountains to attack, we should seize this chance to wipe them out completely, eliminating both threats!” Mo Fan said gravely.
“I’ve heard that all three mountains were once under Fengming Mountain’s jurisdiction, required to offer tribute. If you destroy the two demon mountains, I’m afraid Fengming Mountain won’t ignore it,” Bai Yaoyao said, frowning with concern.
“No matter. From the moment I killed Lei Yuhai, I was already at odds with Fengming Mountain. Two more mountains won’t make a difference. For a great demon like Fire Phoenix Saint King, the tribute from three mountains might not even catch their eye. It’s the smaller fry below that are trickier. As long as we withstand the pressure from the Lei Yu clan this time, Black Wind Mountain can truly establish itself in the Hundred Thousand Mountains!” Mo Fan’s eyes gleamed as he said firmly, “Only by landing a solid punch can we avoid a hundred more!”
“Well said!” Bai Yaoyao’s eyes lit up, and she smiled. “Since you’ve got such a plan, I’ll go all in with you. Worst case, we start over!”
Mo Fan nodded, then stepped out of the cave, spotting two pig-headed demons clutching spears, dozing off on either side of the entrance.
“Ahem…” Mo Fan coughed deliberately, startling the two demons awake.
“Greetings, Great King!” The two hurriedly saluted, looking panicked.
“No need to be nervous. Go find your leader and tell him to summon all camp leaders here. This king is holding a meeting!” Mo Fan said calmly.
“Yes, Great King, we’ll do it right away!” The two demons, relieved, scurried off.
After the time it takes to burn an incense stick, Black Wind Mountain’s leaders gathered in Spring Pool Cave.
Mo Fan surveyed the demons, sensing their auras, and nodded with satisfaction.
As he’d expected, after the last round of intensive nurturing, these high-ranking demons had made significant progress.
The most notable were Big Head, White Elephant, and Big Horn, who had fully stepped into the Demon General realm in just a few days!
Wolf Ferocious, Crane Fly, and Sun Bai had also broken through to mid-Demon General, forming Black Wind Mountain’s second-tier strength, just below Bai Yaoyao and Mo Fan.
Additionally, Red Eye, Chirp, and other leaders had improved to varying degrees, becoming formidable in the Demon Soldier realm.
“It seems everyone has made great strides these past few days. This king is very pleased!” Mo Fan nodded approvingly, then continued, “I’ve called you here for one reason: to destroy the two demon mountains!”
“What?!” The demons were stunned, then burst into excited expressions.
“Great King, don’t worry. If we’re fighting the two demon mountains, I’ll be the first to charge, no fear!” Red Eye pounded his chest, making it thump loudly.
“Me too!”
“Whoever’s scared is a coward. Let’s do this!” Chirp grinned, his eyes blazing with battle intent.
Having just broken through to late Demon Soldier, he was eager to test his progress.
Following these two, the other leaders also voiced their support, all brimming with fighting spirit, none showing fear.
“Excellent! This is the attitude this king wants! Everyone knows Lei Yuchuan has allied with the two demon mountains to attack Black Wind Mountain. We can’t sit and wait! I declare, to avoid being crushed by them, and for our survival and freedom, from this day, we wage war on Black Cloud Mountain and Black Nether Mountain!” Mo Fan’s voice was steady and powerful, igniting the demons’ blood.
“Since they want to destroy Black Wind Mountain, we’ll turn their plan against them and raid their homes! Where are the generals of the War Hall?”
“Great King, we are here!” Sun Bai responded solemnly, joined by the other War Hall generals.
“From now on, the six generals of the War Hall will lead the Fierce Pig Squad to secretly lurk near Black Nether Mountain. When their Demon King leads their forces out, you will launch a surprise attack. Kill all who refuse to surrender!” Mo Fan commanded firmly.
“Yes, Great King!” The six Demon Generals responded in unison.
“Crane Fly, Big Head, White Elephant, Big Horn, from now on, you four will head to Peach Grove, join Big Strength’s combat camp, and secretly lurk near Black Cloud Mountain. When their Demon King leaves, take Black Cloud Mountain in one fell swoop. Kill all who refuse to surrender!” Mo Fan issued his second royal decree.
“Yes, Great King!” The four demons nodded, their eyes gleaming with excitement.
They had expected the Great King to resist the two demon mountains’ attack, but not to take the initiative like this.
“Great King, won’t this leave Black Wind Mountain vulnerable? If those demons attack, can we hold them off?” Crane Fly asked worriedly.
The demons all turned to Mo Fan.
“Don’t worry. In this battle, Black Wind Mountain will win!” Mo Fan said confidently, then addressed the remaining leaders, “The rest of the camps, prepare for war. The entire mountain must be ready. Anyone who slacks will be turned into a feast!”
“Yes!!” The demons responded in unison.
Finally, Mo Fan looked at Wolf Ferocious, saying solemnly, “Second General, I entrust Black Wind Mountain’s war preparations to you. This king needs to make further preparations.”
“Great King, as long as I, Wolf Ferocious, am here, no demon will run wild on Black Wind Mountain!” Wolf Ferocious nodded firmly.
“I trust you!” Mo Fan nodded with satisfaction. He admired Wolf Ferocious not for his cultivation or strength, but for his courage and boldness in facing danger.
Mo Fan discussed further matters with the leaders before dismissing them.
After they left, he went into seclusion again for several days. To Bai Yaoyao’s confusion, despite these frequent retreats, Mo Fan’s cultivation showed no progress.
Though puzzled, she didn’t ask.
One day, a sword light arrived, landing outside Mo Fan’s cave.
A yellow-haired demon, Little Yellow, dismounted from his flying sword and bowed to the two gatekeeping demons. “Brothers, please inform the Great King that Little Yellow requests an audience!”
“It’s the leader of the Demon Network! Please wait, we’ll report at once!” The two demons nodded, familiar with Little Yellow’s reputation.
Among Black Wind Mountain’s camps, aside from the enforcement team, Little Yellow’s Demon Network held the most power, excluding the War Hall and the two generals.
When Mo Fan met Little Yellow, before he could speak, the demon said gravely, “Great King, according to our Demon Network’s scouts, the Demon Kings of Black Cloud Mountain and Black Nether Mountain have set out with their forces. They’ll reach Black Wind Mountain soon!”
“Good! This king has been waiting for this moment!” Mo Fan, far from alarmed, showed intense killing intent in his eyes.
