Chapter 83: The Secret of the Outer Heavenly Demon
2014-06-18 Author: Gu Zhenren
Knowing the effects of the Spirit Sealing Lock and Soul Suppressing Coffin, even Chu Yun had to marvel. The person who refined these two demon weapons was at least a Weapon Forging Master, and most likely a Weapon Forging Grandmaster. A demon weapon that could directly reduce a Monster Tamer’s spirit was a stroke of genius, an unconventional approach, and possessed a pioneering spirit.
“Legend has it that Sky City has eight great defensive positions, known as absolute barriers, with the reputation of never falling. This black iron tomb is just one of them,” Oracle Immortal was far more familiar with Sky City than Chu Yun and Wine King.
“This is the most powerful city in Xingzhou, bar none. Blade Beasts, Talisman Bamboo Swords, Spinning Wheels, and Flying Battleships numbered in the tens of thousands. Unfortunately, they still couldn’t defeat the Outer Heavenly Demons and eventually fell,” Oracle Immortal explained constantly to Chu Yun and Wine King along the way.
“Outer Heavenly Demon?” Chu Yun raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, having heard the name many times.
“Demons have heavenly tribulations, and humans have great tribulations; these are the Outer Heavenly Demons. They all reside in the Great Void Space above the heavens. It is an empty expanse, where countless Outer Heavenly Demons lie dormant. Each Outer Heavenly Demon corresponds to a powerful figure in Xingzhou. They are the embodiment of all misfortune, the enders of destiny, and the last shackles of Xingzhou. Only by slaying one’s corresponding Outer Heavenly Demon can one attain supreme wisdom and luck.”
Speaking of the Outer Heavenly Demons, Oracle Immortal’s face was solemn. “Heaven and Earth are in balance, and Yin and Yang counteract each other. The greater a person’s good fortune, the greater their misfortune becomes for their enemies. The Great Dao is impartial, treating all things as straw dogs, and will never favor anyone. Do not think you can enjoy good fortune for free; for however much good fortune one enjoys, that much misfortune is generated. This misfortune is the nourishment for the growth of Outer Heavenly Demons.”
Regarding luck, it was the specialty of Abacus Masters. Oracle Immortal had clearly done extensive research on Outer Heavenly Demons. His words opened the eyes of both Chu Yun and Wine King.
The luck of a World is always limited. Heaven and Earth are not loving parents who can dote on their children. For every bit of good fortune enjoyed, an equal amount of misfortune is owed and generated. This misfortune does not manifest normally, but is accumulated and absorbed by the Outer Heavenly Demons. Once certain conditions are met, the Outer Heavenly Demon will descend from the heavens to attack the Monster Tamer. This is the unique balancing mechanism of Xingzhou’s Heaven and Earth. Therefore, slaying an Outer Heavenly Demon is equivalent to ending one’s misfortune. It’s like a merchant who has borrowed heavily from a bank, and when on the verge of ruin, destroys the loan records. From then on, they are free of debt.
“In Tuo Zhou, there is also the concept of karma and retribution, which is quite similar to Outer Heavenly Demons,” Wine King sighed. The Nine Provinces of the World, Xingzhou, Danzhou, Bingzhou, Ghost Continent, Tuo Zhou… each has its own characteristics. Outer Heavenly Demons are one of Xingzhou’s unique features, found nowhere else.
“The Outer Heavenly Demons are so powerful that even Sky City fell. Even if you, Oracle Immortal, repaired Sky City, you cannot restore it to its peak, can you? Even if it were restored to its peak, to ascend to the void again would only be to repeat the past. Would that not be seeking death?” Chu Yun asked doubtfully.
“Not so,” Oracle Immortal shook his head. “The higher a Monster Tamer’s cultivation and the greater their influence, the more good fortune they enjoy, and the more they owe Heaven and Earth, generating greater misfortune. Thus, the Outer Heavenly Demons also become more powerful. The original owner of Sky City was composed of three Kings. Under the powerful assault of the Outer Heavenly Demons, they were utterly defeated. Night Emperor also died because of the Outer Heavenly Demons. Conversely, the lower a Monster Tamer’s cultivation and the weaker their position, the more fragile their corresponding Outer Heavenly Demon, making it easier to eliminate. It is always better to eliminate Outer Heavenly Demons sooner rather than later.”
The words of Oracle Immortal sent a chill down the spines of the two Kings. Especially Chu Yun. He knew very well how much good fortune he had enjoyed. Since his rebirth, he had encountered one fortunate encounter after another, non-stop. The number of Destiny Demonic Treasures he possessed made even Kings sigh in admiration. His current cultivation had reached the high King level, he was the young Country Lord of the Archipel, a position second to none. His reputation was widespread, known to all in Xingzhou. He was also favored by beauties and blessed with immense luck. What profound luck! Conversely, how much did he owe Heaven and Earth, and how much misfortune had he generated? If this misfortune were to burst forth in installments, like constant minor illnesses, he might still endure it. But it had consolidated into an Outer Heavenly Demon, and once it erupted, it would be all at once, like a sudden, fatal illness, with consequences too dire to imagine. A moment’s thought brought immeasurable pressure to bear on Chu Yun’s heart. At this moment, he suddenly understood Night Emperor’s feelings. He began to understand Night Emperor. Night Emperor’s desperate quest for Sky City was to eliminate his own Outer Heavenly Demon. This was a spirit of defiance, unwilling to bow his noble head even to Heaven and Earth. Chu Yun could not help but feel a deep sense of admiration for Night Emperor. Although Night Emperor was defeated by the Outer Heavenly Demons, he had fought his way back from Ghost Continent. He had painstakingly schemed and planned for countless years. If not for Chu Yun’s interference, he would likely have succeeded by now!
“Let’s get back to the point. The original owners of Sky City each possessed a key, in the form of a ring. To control Sky City, one must possess these three rings. There is no other way. The bronze puppets you saw earlier are the guardians of these rings. Defeat them, obtain the rings, and do so before Night Emperor and Dragon Emperor.”
Combining Chu Yun’s information, Oracle Immortal laid out his plan: “Sky City is currently silent. Night Emperor and Dragon Emperor are likely still locked in a fierce battle within the Battle Formation Space. This is our opportunity to strike first.”
With a rumble. Oracle Immortal’s eyes widened abruptly. His plan was not yet complete when an unexpected event occurred. The entire Sky City began to tremble, emitting a thunderous roar, as if a giant was awakening from slumber.
“How is this possible? Who has controlled the key to activate this Sky City?” Oracle Immortal exclaimed in shock. Only this could explain the current situation.
“Sky City is ascending!” Wine King’s face turned grim. As soon as he spoke, a large swarm of Talisman Bamboo Swords flew out from the corridor ahead, while a horde of Blade Beasts rushed in from behind.
At this moment, in the center of Sky City, Yin Yang King and Cold Sword King stood side by side, each wearing a sapphire ring-like key on their right index finger. Behind them, the shattered remains of two bronze puppets were piled up like trash. The keys flickered with a faint glow, projecting a holographic panorama of Sky City into Yin Yang King and Cold Sword King’s minds. Chu Yun, Wine King, and Oracle Immortal were conspicuously highlighted within this map like flames.
“Heh heh, they’ve already broken into the third level, quite capable,” Yin Yang King guffawed.
“To still dare to follow, what foolish courage,” Cold Sword King’s eyes glinted with icy light. He and Yin Yang King simultaneously controlled the remaining demon soldiers within Sky City, their target the trio. From their perspective, waves of guard demon soldiers emerged from all corners of Sky City, converging into torrents of steel, with overwhelming might, sweeping towards their targets.
“Have a good time with these demon soldiers.” Yin Yang King’s eyes flashed with bloodthirsty red light, and he licked his lips excitedly. But the next moment, his gaze froze. Chu Yun patted his waist, and his Immortal Pouch opened like a bottomless pit, sucking in all the attacking demon soldiers.
“This Immortal Pouch…” Yin Yang King stammered, his eyes fixed on Chu Yun’s Immortal Pouch. The pouch was plain and grey, unremarkable. However, it stirred up a colossal storm in Yin Yang King’s mind.
“Supreme grade Immortal Pouch,” Cold Sword King’s voice was like a biting wind, filled with a chilling murderous intent.
“It seems Number One has completely failed. Not only did they fail to kill Chu Yun and the others, but they even managed to forge a Supreme grade Immortal Pouch. Damn it, in that case, no matter how many guard demon soldiers there are, they won’t be able to stop them. Instead, they will only strengthen Chu Yun.” Yin Yang King gritted his teeth.
“Not necessarily. Have you forgotten we have an Emperor-level helper here?” Cold Sword King sneered. Yin Yang King’s eyes lit up. “You mean…”
“Die!” Dragon Emperor roared. The rampaging dragon wailed, its dragon flames surging forth and burning Ju Ye King to ashes. As for Ghost King, he had been killed by Dragon Emperor a quarter of an hour ago.
“Night Emperor, where are you hiding? You coward, you are a disgrace to Emperor-level powerhouses!!” Having dispelled the Battle Formation Space, Dragon Emperor reappeared in Sky City. He roared, his voice vibrating, undetectable even through the thick walls of Sky City. The sound spread like rolling thunder. Hearing this voice, the trio suddenly understood the current situation.
“Dragon Emperor was delayed.”
“It seems Night Emperor succeeded and is controlling Sky City.”
“Dragon Emperor being delayed to this extent clearly means Night Emperor also paid a heavy price. It’s very likely he made a drastic sacrifice, intentionally sacrificing his avatar.”
“Not good!” Oracle Immortal suddenly slapped his forehead. “Every passage in Sky City can move and connect. Some places also have True Mirror and Gem Secret Passage. These demon soldiers are now all under Night Emperor’s control.” Before he finished speaking, with a bang, the nearby wall suddenly exploded. Rubble rolled, and dust billowed as a massive, imposing, and mighty physique strode out from the smoke.
“Hmph! Night Emperor, you want to move the passages and control my path forward? Do you take me, Dragon Emperor, for a monkey to be played with? I will not comply. Be it corridors or True Mirrors, I, Yan Jing, will ignore them and pierce through them directly. I will strike at the heart! Hmm?” His voice paused as he discovered the trio. The dust dissipated, revealing Dragon Emperor. Night Emperor’s deliberate manipulation of the passages had already accounted for Dragon Emperor’s temperament. Dragon Emperor’s forceful breakthrough played right into Night Emperor’s scheme, creating this situation.
“Hmm? Supreme grade Immortal Pouch!” Seeing the waves of Blade Beasts and Talisman Bamboo Swords being forcefully sucked into Chu Yun’s Immortal Pouch, Dragon Emperor’s gaze was utterly fixed. Chu Yun took a deep breath and stepped forward, placing himself in front of Oracle Immortal and Wine King, facing Dragon Emperor directly. He knew this battle was unavoidable!
(To be continued)
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