The woman’s ability was likely unmatched by anyone short of a top-tier Cave Heaven Realm expert. After all, Heavenly Human Realm masters could only glide farther, not stand freely in mid-air.
Her entire being exuded mystery and nobility, inspiring a desire to draw near and revere her. She seemed not human, but a celestial.
A goddess!
Could she not be the Death-Defying Tower master?
Though she carried the same aura as the Death-Defying Tower master, her temperament was utterly different.
The Death-Defying Tower master was a decisive, ruthless woman. Her martial soul couldn’t possibly be this noble and elegant, likely something brimming with killing intent.
Then who was she?
Could Moonlight Sect harbour such a terrifying existence?
“Foolish woman, you dare trespass into Thousand Ghost Forest alone? So be it. This king needs vast amounts of essence to restore my strength. Today, you’ll become the material for my recovery, hahaha.”
In the sky, the battle paused briefly. The probing phase was likely over, both sides having gauged each other’s strength, now engaging in psychological warfare.
As expected!
The Ferocious Beast Demon King’s words confirmed Ling Xiao’s suspicions. The reason so many martial artists vanished in Thousand Ghost Forest was due to this creature’s presence.
This beast had harmed countless people.
“Boastful nonsense!”
The woman’s lips parted slightly, her voice like a beautiful melody, soothing to hear. Though it was a rebuke, it felt strangely enjoyable, truly remarkable.
“Hmph, when this king dominated the world, you, little girl, probably weren’t even born, yet you dare call me boastful.”
The Ferocious Beast Demon King snorted coldly, “Still, this king has a merciful heart and is reluctant to kill a gifted lass like you. How about this: bring me what I need, and not only will I spare you, but I’ll also promise to leave Heavenly Dragon Continent once it’s done.”
What a shameless creature!
Though Ling Xiao’s strength paled in comparison, he could see the Ferocious Beast Demon King’s sudden offer stemmed from a lack of absolute confidence in defeating this woman.
He was slightly stronger, perhaps enough for a stalemate, but in a real fight, he had no allies, while she might.
“Oh, that’s not a bad deal. What do you want?”
The woman asked.
Clearly, neither side was certain of victory. If she could drive the Ferocious Beast Demon King from Heavenly Dragon Continent, it would count as a temporary win.
“Straightforward. To restore my cultivation, I need at least ten ‘Heavenly Astral God-Refining Pills’. If you can get them, I’ll even throw in some rare cultivation materials. Ever heard of ‘Earth Spirit Prime Stone’?”
The Ferocious Beast Demon King said with a grin.
“Earth Spirit Prime Stone! A divine stone that only occasionally forms in spirit-rich dragon veins. You have it? And you’re willing to give it to me?”
The woman seemed surprised, unable to resist asking.
“Master, what’s this Heavenly Astral God-Refining Pill?”
Ling Xiao asked Yuan Zun.
“A fine thing, a top-tier yellow-grade pill. On Heavenly Dragon Continent, I’ve never heard of an alchemist capable of refining it.”
Yuan Zun replied.
“Not even Old Hall Master Yang Danlin?”
“He can’t, but I could. You know, though, in my current state, refining pills is impossible. Earth Spirit Prime Stone is precious, but it’s no match for a single Heavenly Astral God-Refining Pill.”
Yuan Zun shook his head.
“What’s it used for? Why does the Ferocious Beast Demon King need it?”
“The Heavenly Astral God-Refining Pill has two effects: strengthening the body and the soul, with astonishing results.”
Yuan Zun answered, “This Ferocious Beast Demon King likely acquired an exceptional vessel but needs the pill to perfectly fuse with it. If he gets it, he’ll become far more formidable, a catastrophe for humanity.”
“I see.”
Having encountered the Plague Demon King, Ling Xiao knew how vital a good vessel was to these beings.
The Ferocious Beast Demon King likely held off attacking Heavenly Dragon Continent partly due to fear of its hidden masters.
Another reason was probably his inability to fully fuse with his desired vessel.
Without perfect fusion, he couldn’t unleash his full cultivation.
If he achieved it, his strength would grow even more terrifying, and his recovery would accelerate.
At that point, it would truly spell doom for Heavenly Dragon Continent, even the entire Mysterious Realm.
“She won’t agree.”
For some reason, Ling Xiao had a gut feeling.
Sure enough, the woman merely smiled faintly and shook her head, “Heavenly Astral God-Refining Pill, eh? You’ve got grand ambitions, Ferocious Beast Demon King, but you think too highly of yourself and too little of others, don’t you?”
“You’re unmoved by Earth Spirit Prime Stone?”
The Ferocious Beast Demon King asked.
“It’s precious, true, but if you get the Heavenly Astral God-Refining Pill, I’d likely be dead.”
The woman shook her head gently.
“Hmph, woman, I’m giving you a chance to live. If you choose death, I’ll oblige!”
The Ferocious Beast Demon King’s three tiger heads spoke in unison.
“Ready to fight? Do you really think reaching Yin-Yang Realm makes you invincible?”
The woman sneered, the moon behind her blazing with light. The small cluster of blue radiance instantly pushed back the Ferocious Beast Demon King’s black light.
“Yin-Yang Realm!”
All three tiger heads showed shock, “You’re at Yin-Yang Realm! Impossible, there shouldn’t be such cultivation on Heavenly Dragon Continent.”
“Whether it should exist isn’t for you to decide. Ferocious Beast Demon King, since I’ve found you today, unless you leave Heavenly Dragon Continent, you must die. Tens of thousands of years ago, your True Demon Empire brought too much suffering to humanity.”
Her face turned cold as she continued, “Countless families shattered, countless loved ones torn apart. Such tragedies must not repeat!”
“Hahaha, you think you can do it? I’ve lingered in Thousand Ghost Forest all this time. Did you think I was idling? Even with Yin-Yang Realm cultivation, you’ll die!”
The Ferocious Beast Demon King laughed heartily.
“What joy in life, what fear in death? If I die killing you, I’ll have no regrets!”
At that moment, the delicate-looking woman radiated a domineering courage surpassing any man’s.
She raised her jade hand, her long sword casually swinging. A massive beam of light appeared in the sky.
Like a cloud stretching dozens of metres, it was beautiful yet deadly. No one doubted its terrifying destructive power.
Though merely a sword qi, it was enough to cleave the heavens!
