Chapter 835 - 830: The Upright Man and the Shameless Man
"Does Xiyuan Zhang’s idea mean we should first attack the Crystal Throne and destroy the Land of Crystals?"
Dongbo Chen raised a concern: "Will... will we run out of time? It takes several days to march from the Red Annihilation River to the Obsidian Plain, and then to and from Black Heaven Abyss... I’m afraid we won’t make it."
The entrance to the Black Heaven Abyss is located in the central area of the Four Great Demon Emperors’ territories, north of the Scorched Earth Fortress, about six hours away.
But the Crystal Throne of the Obsidian Plain is west of the Scorched Earth Fortress and is really out of the way, requiring a round trip.
Xiyuan Zhang smiled and said, "Please rest at ease, everyone. Our White Tiger Oath originated from the Obsidian Plain... Near the Crystal Throne of Obsidian Plain, I found an area with intense space fluctuations and quietly set up a Spell Transmission Array!
"Next, we just need to find a second area with space fluctuations and set up a resonating Spell Transmission Array... Then we can teleport directly to the Crystal Throne and catch Emperor Yan’s demons off guard!"
Several high-ranking natives, including the Awakened, were looking at each other with a shocked expression.
"I originally thought the White Tiger Oath was the weakest, but unexpectedly, they’re so formidable."
"Yes, even just obtaining detailed information about the Demon Ancestor was already a great achievement. Xiyuan Zhang even set up a transmission array under Emperor Yan’s nose, laying a trap for him."
"They say the earth-element demons under Emperor Yan are generally not smart, and it seems to be true."
Suddenly, Bai Pu asked, "Xiyuan Zhang, where did you get this information and how do you ensure its authenticity?"
Xiyuan Zhang sighed lightly and summoned a demon.
This demon had a thousand hands and hundred eyes, surprisingly a "Hundred-eyed Demon" species Bai Pu had encountered in the Black Swamp, but this Hundred-eyed Demon was very powerful, comparable to a Demon General.
"This is a neutral Demon Lord named ’Hundred Eyes Lian.’
Xiyuan Zhang said, "He has a special status, initially under the Black Emperor as a Demon General, later switched to Emperor Yan after stealing Black Emperor’s treasure. Probably due to the species reasons, he was ostracized under Emperor Yan, thus betrayed again and became a neutral Demon Lord, hiding in Black Stone Canyon.
"I got all this information after subduing Hundred Eyes Lian. To subdue him, our Xiyuan Family Expedition Team faced attacks from Emperor Yan’s army and neutral demons... suffered heavy losses. Several strong demons under my control either died in battle or defected. Now, only Hundred Eyes Lian remains left. Everyone should be aware of this."
Everyone nodded silently.
Dongbo Chen comforted, "Although Xiyuan Zhang lost some strong demons, finally controlling a Demon General means the prowess hasn’t been diminished. As for the sacrifices made by the White Tiger Oath Expedition Team, we all remember them."
Xiyuan Zhang’s graying hair fluttered in the wind, boldly proclaimed, "The Expedition Team is my family. Despite the grief of their sacrifice, there is pride as well! I don’t need your consolation, just defeating the demons and thwarting Great Dark Heaven’s restoration plan would be the greatest repayment."
Though led by Xiyuan Zhang, the White Tiger Oath was the weakest at the moment but had subtly become the coalition’s lead.
"Let’s look for the space fluctuation area next. We’ll head to the Crystal Throne early to destroy the Land of Crystals, cutting off the Source of Demon Power from the Black Heaven Shell."
Dongbo Chen said, "I’ve studied the Space Mystical Arts a bit... Gangxin should be able to too. Anyone else here practiced Space Mystical Arts? We could split up and search."
At once, several martial artists stepped forward.
Xiyuan Zhang waved off, "No need for such trouble. According to my calculations, inside the Black Heaven Abyss, outside of the Black Heaven Palace, there should be an area with space fluctuation."
Beiming Jihu nodded slightly, "Your depth in Space Mystical Arts, I believe there’s no error in your calculations."
"Then shall we proceed now?" Flame Blade Princess said, "Time is not to be wasted, the sooner the better."
A group of native leaders nodded in agreement, and Bai Pu also nodded on behalf of the Wild Warrior (Awakened) team.
"Alas, originally planned to leverage the Xiyuan Family Demon Control Masters to jointly construct the Spiritual World for a duel between myself, Gangxin, and Dongbo Cheng, to validate Sword Dao. But now the talent in Xiyuan Family is scarce, and time is tight. This duel, who knows how much longer it’ll be postponed."
Beiming Jihu let out a sigh.
This statement was quite inconsiderate, slightly mocking about the severe casualties in the Xiyuan Family.
However, Bai Pu knew this was just Beiming Jihu’s nature, proud like a lion, speaking with no tact and not minding others’ feelings.
Beside him, Dongbo Chen, evidently more tactful, quickly reconciled:
"The Xiyuan Family sacrificed for the great cause of demon eradication. Rest assured, Beiming Jihu, once we stop Great Dark Heaven’s descent and defeat the demons, we’ll definitely have a proper competition."
Xiyuan Zhang wasn’t bothered, evidently accustomed to Beiming Jihu’s astounding emotional quotient.
He approached Bai Pu and said, "I’ve heard Lord Gangxin is the Demon Control Master who slayed the Red Emperor. I’ve wanted to connect since residing in the Western Regions. Where did Lord Gangxin learn his demon control techniques?"
Bai Pu smiled, "Xiyuan Zhang, I taught myself. Don’t you suspect I stole the Xiyuan Clan’s secret technique?"
"How could that be!"
Xiyuan Zhang shook his head repeatedly, "Considering Lord Gangxin’s achievement in slaying the Red Emperor and destroying the domains of Emperor Qing, Black Emperor, even if you openly request Xiyuan Clan’s secret technique, I absolutely wouldn’t hold it to myself."
Xiyuan Zhang was a sincere person, while Bai Pu was rather shameless.
After hearing Xiyuan Zhang’s words, Bai Pu saw an opportunity and joyfully said:
"That’s great, I was worried about how to bring it up to Xiyuan Zhang. Xiyuan Zhang, I’m determined to reach the Realm of Myriad Existences, wanting to gather secret techniques from various schools and comprehend them. Now I have obtained the secret techniques of Profound Mirror Style, Wind Sword Style, and Heart-Burning Style, only missing Xiyuan Clan’s family treasure..."
Xiyuan Zhang’s face twitched.
Nearby, Zhu Que also twitched upon hearing Bai Pu.
What had been said couldn’t be unsaid after all. Xiyuan Zhang’s fingers trembled slightly, taking out an illustrated book, forced a smile:
"Lord Gangxin, this is my Xiyuan Clan’s Demon Control Secret Technique, containing insights on Space Mystical Arts and Water Element Mystical Arts. I hope Lord Gangxin will not spread it."
Bai Pu took the illustrated book, and the Spirit Realm Will’s prompt followed.
[You acquired a special item: Xiyuan Clan’s Demon Control Secret Technique. This item cannot be taken out of this world.]
Bai Pu knew this Demon Control Secret Technique hadn’t been enlightened by Spirit Realm Will, not only couldn’t be taken away, but comprehending it would also be far less effective than the other three family’s enlightened secret techniques.
"Rest assured, I never receive anything without merit."
Bai Pu smiled, "Let this Demon Control Secret Technique be with me temporarily. Once I assist you in destroying the Land of Crystals and prevent Great Dark Heaven’s revival, it can be considered your gratitude, then I will review it! What do you think?"