Outside the backyard.
The Li Shui King cautiously peeked into the courtyard, holding a few bottles of wine. He then turned his head and signaled to Andrew Chen.
Andrew Chen, feeling helpless, cupped his fists and respectfully called out towards the courtyard, “Sir, the King and I seek an audience.”
“Come in.”
Upon hearing the familiar voice, the two exchanged glances and let out a heavy sigh of relief.
They then stepped in, their hearts pounding with anxiety.
Soon, they saw the Abyss Demon Spear suspended in mid-air. Their pupils contracted sharply, and they felt a chill run down their spines.
Their vision blurred, as if they were about to be drawn into it.
Fear gripped their hearts. What was happening? They couldn’t control their urge to look at the spear, but their consciousness seemed to be slipping away.
It felt as if they were by the water’s edge, suddenly grabbed by a water ghost, being dragged forcefully into the depths!
“Ahem.”
Ambrose Lu, who was fishing, suddenly coughed lightly.
Instantly, the feeling vanished for both Andrew Chen and the Li Shui King!
They hurriedly averted their gaze from the Abyss Demon Spear, their faces pale, gasping for breath!
It was as if they had walked through the gates of hell.
“This is a demonic artifact. You mortals are courting death by observing it so closely,” Ambrose Lu said softly, putting down his fishing rod and turning to look at them.
The Li Shui King and Andrew Chen trembled and knelt down.
Before they could speak, Ambrose Lu continued, “The deaths outside the town last night and the demon disturbances in the neighboring country are not your concern.”
The two were stunned. The Li Shui King lowered his head and said dryly, “Sir, two hundred and twenty innocent civilians died last night…”
“Innocent or not, I know better than you,” Ambrose Lu replied indifferently.
The Li Shui King and Andrew Chen admitted to themselves that they were a bit confused.
“Leave now. Do not disturb me over such trivial matters,” Ambrose Lu said, gradually disappearing from the pavilion.
The Li Shui King hesitated for a moment, then mustered up the courage to ask urgently, “Sir, may I pursue cultivation?”
Andrew Chen turned his head and looked at the Li Shui King in surprise.
“No.”
The response left the Li Shui King stunned, his expression turning despondent.
“Your Majesty…” Andrew Chen tried to offer some comfort.
The Li Shui King raised his hand to interrupt, speaking softly, “No need to comfort me. Perhaps it is my fate not to pursue cultivation.”
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…
“What? The Nightmare Demon Clan has also been wiped out?!”
Zhao Deep Abyss stood up, his expression shifting unpredictably.
He couldn’t help but question his previous thoughts. Could it be that the Cyan Cloud Sect had indeed revealed their plans for the Immortal Tomb to the Cultivation World, and other sects’ cultivators got involved?
Otherwise, how could the Nightmare Demon Clan sent to the Li Shui Empire be exterminated so quickly?
He knew that the cultivators of the Cyan Cloud Sect in Li Shui had been lured to other empires by the demons he dispatched…
Who could it be?
Zhao Deep Abyss frowned. Combining this with the previous incident, he sensed something different.
“No, I must consult with the Demon Sovereign.”
Just as Zhao Deep Abyss was about to move, Craig Chu appeared before him, grinning. Zhao Deep Abyss frowned and asked, “What brings you here at this time?”
“Hehe, Deep Abyss, our Demon Realm has allied with the Monster Realm, right? The Five Great Monster Kings are visiting us, and you’re the only one missing. I’m here to invite you!” Craig Chu scratched his head.
“The Five Great Monster Kings are here?” Zhao Deep Abyss was momentarily stunned, then a light flashed in his eyes as he smiled, “Excellent, let’s go. It’s been a while since I last saw those guys.”
Craig Chu was puzzled, “Deep Abyss, why are you so happy? Didn’t you always look down on the Five Great Monster Kings, saying they were all brawn and no brains?”
Zhao Deep Abyss chuckled sinisterly, “Now that the Demon and Monster Realms are allied, the Monster Realm hasn’t really contributed yet, has it? Timing is everything, and it’s just the right time for them to prove themselves.”
Craig Chu suddenly understood and clapped his hands, “Deep Abyss! From what you’re saying, could it be that the Nightmare Demon Clan has… has fallen again?”
“Hehehe, if they’ve fallen, so be it. Our Demon Realm has countless demon clans; we don’t care about such losses.”
Zhao Deep Abyss continued indifferently, “Let’s go, meet the Five Great Monster Kings.”
Craig Chu smirked, “Deep Abyss, I get it now. Hehe, you’re really cunning.”
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…
In the eerie, shrouded hall.
Five figures sat cross-legged on each side, each exuding a powerful aura.
At this moment, they were enjoying the food on the tables before them—raw meat, fresh blood, and sinew.
The only normal thing was the wine.
“Hahaha, Zhao Deep Abyss, you even needed Craig Chu to invite you. Are you reluctant to see us?”
Among the Five Great Monster Kings, a young man with a bare upper body stared at Zhao Deep Abyss, who was also seated in the center opposite him, with a sinister smile.
“Hehe, how could that be? I think King Teng Snake has misunderstood. I was merely troubled by some matters earlier, hence my late arrival. Sigh.”
At the end of his words, Zhao Deep Abyss sighed sentimentally.
Hmm? The mighty Demon King of the Abyss has troubles?
For a moment, aside from Craig Chu, who was trying hard to manage his expression, the other five Monster Kings and three Demon Kings looked at Zhao Deep Abyss in confusion.
King Teng Snake exchanged a subtle glance with the other four Monster Kings and said with a fake smile, “What troubles do you have? Why not share with us? Maybe we can help you think of a solution?”
They then saw Zhao Deep Abyss pick up a wine cup from the table, take a deep swig, and sigh,
“This alliance between the Demon and Monster Realms to seek the Immortal Tomb is known to all. But you may not know that our Demon Realm sent the Black Tongue Demon Clan and the Nightmare Demon Clan to invade the Li Shui Empire, and both were annihilated! I am deeply pained and feel I have let down the Demon Sovereign.”
The Five Great Monster Kings glanced at each other and then burst into laughter!
“Hahaha, Zhao Deep Abyss, you indeed have let down your Demon Sovereign, failing to handle even the small Li Shui Empire!”
King Teng Snake sneered at the heavy-hearted Zhao Deep Abyss.
“Hehe, exactly. Your Demon Realm is only good at sneaky schemes. In terms of combat strength, you’re far inferior to our Monster Realm. It’s understandable that the demons you sent were wiped out, right, everyone? Haha!”
“Haha, indeed!”
“……”
The Five Great Monster Kings all chimed in with mocking remarks, full of arrogance.
This was unbearable for the Demon Kings. Aside from Zhao Deep Abyss, who remained deep in thought, the other four Demon Kings stood up abruptly, glaring angrily!
“What did you say?! If you want a fight, we’ll give you one!”
“Exactly, what nonsense. Do you think the Cultivation World is made of clay? In my opinion, you Monster Realm folks are just muscle-bound simpletons!”
“That’s right! Uh… wait… damn it!”
Craig Chu was about to agree but suddenly realized, scratching his head awkwardly. Wasn’t he also a muscle-bound simpleton?
If he agreed, wouldn’t he be insulting himself?
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