Though the Divine Tree Throne had already shattered, Chu Feng still sat upon it. In his hand, however, there was now an additional object—a blood-red longsword.
Facing the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader, a Martial Supreme, Chu Feng’s face showed not a trace of fear. Instead, he appeared entirely at ease.
“Young friend Chu Feng, our alliance still holds. However, I have no such alliance with these worthless fools,” the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader said.
“Since we are allies, do my words carry weight?” Chu Feng asked.
“Of course,” the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader replied.
“Then let us continue to coexist peacefully. At least while we’re here, refrain from killing…” Chu Feng said.
“Young friend Chu Feng, have you forgotten how these fools treated you before?”
“If you let them leave here safely, it will certainly not be a good thing for your Chu Heavenly Clan.”
“With their despicable nature, they will surely seek revenge against your Chu Heavenly Clan,” the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader said.
“My issues with them, I’ll handle myself. But one thing at a time—I brought them in, so I should take them out,” Chu Feng said.
“How foolish.”
“But since you’ve made this request, I’ll give you this courtesy.”
“After all, I can deal with them anytime,” the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader said, retracting his pressure. He then addressed the crowd, “Listen well, you worthless lot. From this day forward, you all owe young friend Chu Feng your lives. It was he… who saved you.”
“Thank you, Young Master Chu Feng! Thank you, Young Master Chu Feng!”
At this moment, the crowd began to thank Chu Feng profusely.
Whatever else, their gratitude in this moment was genuine.
They could clearly sense that the killing intent the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader had released earlier was no pretense—he had truly intended to kill them.
If Chu Feng hadn’t intervened, they would all be dead. None would have survived, not even Tantai Yinjian.
But Chu Feng paid no heed to the crowd’s thanks. Instead, he clasped his fists towards the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader. “Thank you, Senior, for giving me, Chu Feng, this courtesy.”
With that, Chu Feng stowed away the Evil God Sword in his hand.
“What’s with that broken sword you were holding?” Zhang Shirui hopped to Chu Feng’s side, asking curiously.
“None of your business,” Chu Feng said.
“Tch…” Zhang Shirui gave Chu Feng a disdainful glance but didn’t press further.
In truth, many had noticed the Evil God Sword in Chu Feng’s hand.
But no one paid it much mind. At most, they were mildly curious, like Zhang Shirui, and even that curiosity was fleeting.
Compared to the people within the Divine Hall, the Living Dead, observing everything through the lake from his hidden vantage point, was far more intrigued…
“Do you know anything about that sword your brother has?” the Living Dead asked.
“What’s it to you?” Wang Qiang replied.
“That sword is no ordinary thing,” the Living Dead said.
“Since you can’t tell, then this young master will graciously enlighten you.”
“My brother’s sword is called the Evil God Sword. Its power… tsk tsk, it could even wipe out someone like you.”
“So, old man, you can be rude to this young master if you want, but I’ll give you a word of advice.”
“Be polite to my brother. Otherwise… don’t be fooled by his lower cultivation. His methods will make you regret it,” Wang Qiang said.
“So powerful? This old man is terrified,” the Living Dead said, feigning fear.
“I’ve said what needed saying. Don’t say I didn’t warn you,” Wang Qiang said.
“Well, hearing you say that, I’m even more eager to see what your brother is capable of.”
“Since the time in the Divine Hall is up, let’s summon them here,” the Living Dead said.
“You’re letting them in?” Wang Qiang asked.
“Naturally. What, aren’t you thrilled to see your brother soon?” the Living Dead asked.
“O-of course I am,” Wang Qiang said with a sly grin.
But despite his gleeful expression, his heart was in turmoil.
In the short time he’d spent with the Living Dead, Wang Qiang had come to understand him to some extent.
The Living Dead was a being from ancient times.
He possessed immense power, so vast it was impossible to gauge. He was the most powerful and terrifying existence Wang Qiang had ever encountered.
And despite the Living Dead’s current friendliness and banter with Wang Qiang, Wang Qiang knew he was incredibly dangerous.
Deep down, Wang Qiang didn’t want Chu Feng to come here.
But he also knew that what happened next was beyond his control.
So he had no idea whether Chu Feng’s arrival would be a blessing or a curse.
…
Rumble—
Within the hall, the shaking grew even more intense.
Then, cracks began to appear on the walls of the Divine Hall.
It was clear to everyone that the Divine Hall was about to collapse completely.
“The time is up. We will all leave this place,” the Chu Heavenly Clan Leader said.
Hearing this, the crowd was actually quite pleased, even eager to leave immediately.
After all, with a terrifying figure like the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader present, their lives were at risk at any moment. Nothing was safer than leaving this place as soon as possible.
“Not everyone will leave this place. Only the weak will leave.”
“Selfish, useless fools like you are destined never to meet Lord Qin Kunlun, nor to obtain true power,” the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader said.
“What do you mean? Are you saying Lord Qin Kunlun is truly alive, and that he set up these layers of trials? That this is his test for us?” a bold and curious individual asked.
“Have I not said this from the beginning? Do I need to repeat myself?” the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader said.
“This…”
At these words, the crowd’s emotions grew complex.
Initially, they had thought the Blood-devouring Demon Clan Leader was joking and hadn’t believed Qin Kunlun was still alive.
But now, they were starting to believe.
And because they were starting to believe, they felt unwilling.
If Qin Kunlun was alive and had set up these trials…
Then those who could pass the final test might very well receive Qin Kunlun’s inheritance.
But clearly, they were among those who had failed the test.
And so, they felt reluctant.
