Looking at Qing Hou and the other demon also taking seats at the upper table, the crowd of demons could not help but feel restless.
“So this thing is called an Infant Core?”
“Quite a fitting name!”
Mo Fan murmured to himself, while also having to sigh at the depth of heritage possessed by the major demon domain holy lands. Whether it was the Purple Bamboo Yin Thunder Fruit or this Ancestral Realm Infant Core, both were truly rare supreme treasures.
At the very least, his Black Wind Mountain could not produce such items at present.
“I wonder what other treasures the various holy lands will present next?”
Mo Fan thought to himself, feeling a certain degree of anticipation.
Although these treasures had little to do with him, it was still good to broaden his horizons.
As he was thinking this, he saw the representatives from yet another major holy land step forward. There were only two of them: the Holy Son of White Elephant Ridge and that late-stage Ancestral Realm great demon.
Through their words, Mo Fan learned the Holy Son’s name: Yu Heng. This actually surprised Mo Fan somewhat.
He had not expected that someone who looked so plump and chubby would have such an elegant name. This was quite rare among the demon race, showing that the high-level great demons of White Elephant Ridge had put considerable effort into studying human culture.
After offering congratulations, Yu Heng also presented his treasure.
It was an ivory tusk, but far from ordinary. The moment it was taken out, it emanated an extremely dense Ancestral Realm aura!
This was actually an Ancestral Realm holy weapon!
“A late-stage Ancestral Realm holy weapon. Not bad. Grant them seats at the upper table!”
With a wave of his hand, Di Shitian collected the holy weapon and granted them seats.
Seeing Yu Heng and his companion take their places, Feng Gu spoke up: “Let’s go. It is our turn. If we wait any longer, we might end up at the very back!”
“The Holy Son is right. Let us go now!”
Old Ancestor Bai Lu nodded, then looked toward Mo Fan and the others, instructing them: “All of you, follow the Holy Son!”
The group of demons nodded and followed Feng Gu onto the square.
“This Emperor recognises you. The Holy Son of Phoenix Cry Mountain Demon Domain, Feng Gu!”
Before Feng Gu could even speak, Di Shitian on the throne above had already turned his gaze toward him. His eyes narrowed slightly, as though thinking of something. His gaze then swept across the demons beside Feng Gu, finally pausing briefly on Mo Fan.
“You must be the Black Wind Mountain Demon King Lai Bao?!”
Di Shitian spoke in a deep voice, causing surprise among the crowd of demons. All of them immediately turned to look at Mo Fan.
Mo Fan was also quite astonished. He had not expected the Heavenly Wolf Holy King to address him directly. He quickly nodded and replied: “In response to the Heavenly Wolf Holy King, this little demon is indeed Lai Bao!”
“You are truly a rare flower among our demon race. With your frail original form, you have managed to climb step by step to your current position, becoming a King Realm great demon comparable to a Holy Son. That alone is commendable!
But this Emperor is curious why Bai Xiaosu values you so highly. Can you tell this Emperor the reason?”
The Heavenly Wolf Holy King looked at Mo Fan with great interest, as though in his eyes, Mo Fan was even more worthy of attention than Feng Gu, the Holy Son.
Mo Fan understood. It was most likely that the previous matter of heavenly merit descending upon Black Wind Mountain had caught the Heavenly Wolf Holy King’s attention, which was why he was showing him “special concern”.
After a brief moment of thought, Mo Fan replied neither humbly nor arrogantly: “To be honest with the Heavenly Wolf Holy King, this little demon also does not know why Senior White Tiger Holy King values me so much. This question has lingered in my heart for a long time, but this little demon is dull-witted and still cannot understand the reason. Perhaps it is simply because this little demon has good luck!”
As soon as these words were spoken, the crowd of demons immediately began discussing among themselves. At last, they understood why the Heavenly Wolf Holy King would pay such attention to an obscure Demon King.
It turned out that this Demon King called Lai Bao was no ordinary being. He was actually the inheritor of the White Tiger Holy King!
Mo Fan’s words caused Di Shitian to frown slightly. Then he spoke in a deep voice: “Since you do not wish to say more, then so be it. However, this Emperor holds you in quite high regard!
How about this? Your Black Wind Mountain is adjacent to my Moon-Gazing Valley Demon Domain. Why not come under this Emperor’s command and work for me?”
As soon as these words came out, the expressions of Feng Gu and Old Ancestor Bai Lu changed slightly.
The Heavenly Wolf Holy King was blatantly poaching demons right in front of them, without leaving any face for Phoenix Cry Mountain Demon Domain!
Before the two could speak, the Heavenly Wolf Holy King continued: “Rest assured. If you are willing, this Emperor can personally go and speak with the Fire Phoenix Holy King. I believe she will not make things difficult for you!”
Hearing this, although Feng Gu and Bai Lu felt displeased, they could not say anything more. Otherwise, the crowd of demons would think Phoenix Cry Mountain Demon Domain was petty, and it might also cause Di Shitian to feel offended.
“This little demon thanks the Heavenly Wolf Holy King for his high regard!
However, this little demon knows his own limits. I cannot even manage a mere Black Wind Mountain properly, so I truly do not have the face to join the Heavenly Wolf Holy King. Please forgive me!”
Mo Fan gave a slight smile and politely declined the Heavenly Wolf Holy King’s invitation.
Di Shitian did not seem surprised. He simply looked at Mo Fan seriously for a moment before nodding and saying: “Very well. Each demon has their own aspirations. Since you are unwilling now, this Emperor will not force you. However, the doors of my Moon-Gazing Valley will always be open to you!”
“Thank you, Heavenly Wolf Holy King!”
Mo Fan bowed respectfully.
“By the way, this Emperor has heard that you have had some grievances with the Ink Blade Demon Ancestor under my command. How about, for this Emperor’s sake, the two of you set aside your differences?”
Di Shitian spoke again, causing Mo Fan to frown slightly.
Ink Blade was one of the culprits who killed Granny Que. How could he possibly set aside their grudge?
But if he refused right now, it would likely offend this Heavenly Wolf Holy King. The other party was a堂堂 Holy King who had personally stepped forward. How could he dare to refuse?
From what Mo Fan had learned about the Heavenly Wolf Holy King these past days, if he swept away the other party’s face, it would be hard to guarantee that the Holy King would not take some extreme action.
Even if he was the inheritor of the White Tiger Holy King, had the Holy Son of Dragon King Sea not obediently knelt for a full month earlier?
But if he agreed to Di Shitian’s words, then if he ever made a move against Ink Blade in the future, it would undoubtedly be slapping Di Shitian in the face. At that time, the other party would still intervene!
This problem placed Mo Fan in a dilemma.
At that moment, Feng Gu suddenly spoke: “Heavenly Wolf Holy King, I come on my mother’s orders to offer birthday congratulations to Senior Holy King. I wish Senior Holy King a lifespan equal to the heavens and eternal immortality on the immortal path!”
“This item was specially prepared by my mother. I hope it meets with the Heavenly Wolf Holy King’s approval!”
As Feng Gu spoke, he waved his hand, and a jade box immediately flew toward Di Shitian.
Although Feng Gu’s action seemed to interrupt Di Shitian’s words, Di Shitian merely frowned slightly. With a lift of his hand, he grasped the jade box.
He gave Mo Fan a deep look, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. Then he glanced toward Ink Blade below. The latter immediately gave an inconspicuous nod.
As a Holy King, no demon dared to defy him!
And no demon could defy him!
Mo Fan had indeed caught his attention, but if he could not be used, then he could only be destroyed!
Mo Fan naturally noticed this exchange. At the same time, Old Ancestor Bai Lu’s voice transmission reached his ears: “Lai Bao, your behaviour just now has likely displeased the Heavenly Wolf Holy King. From now on, you must not stray far from this old man, lest you fall victim to a sneak attack!”
“Does Old Ancestor think Di Shitian will make a move against me?” Mo Fan frowned and transmitted back.
“No. Di Shitian is a Holy King. He naturally disdains to act against you personally. But the same cannot be said for other Demon Ancestors.”
“As long as it is not him who acts, that is fine. As for other Demon Ancestors… if they are not afraid of death, they are welcome to try!”
Mo Fan snorted coldly. His words even surprised Bai Lu, but when he recalled how lawless this kid had been back in the Dragon Ruins, he fell silent.
Perhaps this Lai Bao really had some trump card that allowed him to fear no Demon Ancestor!
Next, Di Shitian opened the jade box and found an extremely high-grade spirit stone inside. This caused Mo Fan to feel quite envious. If he had not forcefully suppressed a certain big fellow in his sea of consciousness, that fellow would probably have flown out and fought Di Shitian on the spot!
After Feng Gu offered his congratulations, Niu Xiaosheng and Yun Rou presented their gifts in turn, followed by Spirit Stream Gorge and Bottomless Cave, and finally the various loose Demon Ancestors.
The representatives of the eight major holy lands all took seats at the upper table, while those loose Demon Ancestors could only sit at the lower tables.
Just as the birthday banquet was about to begin, Di Shitian suddenly proposed holding a grand prodigy competition to add to the excitement. He would take out two of the holy land gifts that had been offered, along with some top-grade blood pills, as rewards.
As soon as these words were spoken, all the demon cultivators became excited. Especially the young demon cultivators, who were all rubbing their hands in anticipation!
“As expected. With so many prodigies from the major holy lands gathered here, how could there not be a clash?”
Bai Shuang could not help taking a deep breath, though her eyes also held a trace of anticipation!
