Sole Sword Supremacy-Chapter 547 - 551: Taking Command of the Nether Sea

Chapter 547: Chapter 551: Taking Command of the Nether Sea

"Not planning to fight anymore? Then let’s talk."

Scanning the crowd, Qu Lishang spoke calmly.

Previously, because the whale intervened, after leaving Inverted Mountain, they plunged into a fierce battle. The Saint Realm powerhouses hidden in the Nether Sea almost all arrived one after another, making this battle extremely brutal.

Including the Corpse Demon Ancestor, two Saint Realms have already fallen.

If the fighting continued, at least one or two more Saint Realms would have to perish to end this battle, and no matter who ultimately wins, they would surely pay a terrible price.

Moreover, with that person whose identity is unknown, who has not yet appeared but is clearly here to help Qu Lishang, the remaining Saint Realms indeed do not want to continue fighting, fearing that Qu Lishang insists on fighting to the end.

Now, Qu Lishang’s proposal for peace talks came as a relief to the opposing side.

"Li Shang Sword Venerable, what do you want?"

One leading Demon King asked in a deep voice.

"I want the Nether Sea!"

With a slight raise of his eyebrows, Qu Lishang replied calmly, "Of course, it’s not that the Profound Moon Sword Sect will exclusively own the Nether Sea, but instead, Xuankong Temple, the Demon Race, and the Demon Cultivators will govern it together with our sect!"

"???"

Upon hearing this answer, not to mention these Demon Kings, even the Night Spirit Demon Venerable was a bit bewildered; are you serious?

Previously, Qu Lishang had actually mentioned this, but the Night Spirit Demon Venerable didn’t believe it at all, merely thinking Qu Lishang was making an excuse.

Now, proposing it again in front of so many Demon Kings undoubtedly means that Qu Lishang’s words are genuine.

But... for what purpose?

The Profound Moon Sword Sect’s base is in the Northern Domain, and their current strength is not what it used to be; there is no need to covet a chaotic place like the Nether Sea. Furthermore, Qu Lishang’s personality never inclined towards power and profit, making such a demand truly unreasonable.

"Amitabha Buddha!"

With palms pressed together, Monk Benyin also chimed in, "This poor monk can also testify that Sword Venerable Lishang’s words align with the wishes of Xuankong Temple!"

For a moment, a few Demon Kings couldn’t help but show a trace of contemplation in their eyes.

Qu Lishang and Monk Benyin seizing the Nether Sea has nothing to do with them.

After all, the Nether Sea they referred to is just the area of Netherworld City and the land, while the place where the Demon Race resides is the real Nether Sea!

The Nether Sea is too vast, and its environment is too complex for the Human Race to truly occupy; it wouldn’t work regardless of who tried.

Previously, the Demon Race didn’t care about these things; now that the exclusive control of Netherworld City by the Demon Cultivators has become a joint governance with the Profound Moon Sword Sect and Xuankong Temple, it may actually lead to some concessions to the Demon Race, making it not just not a bad thing, but potentially a good thing for them.

Having considered it, the leading Demon Race member directly stated, "This is a matter for your Human Race, and is not our concern."

Turning his gaze to Night Spirit Demon Venerable, Qu Lishang again spoke, "His life must be left behind."

"..."

Qu Lishang made no effort to conceal his killing intent towards Night Spirit Demon Venerable!

Night Spirit Demon Venerable has occupied the Nether Sea for many years, deeply rooted. Without killing him, Wang Junze would not be able to truly take control of the Nether Sea; only by killing him could those Demon Cultivators’ unrealistic fantasies be shattered.

Moreover, aside from that, just because Night Spirit Demon Venerable attempted to kill him and interrupted his refining of the Great Nether Mirror, Qu Lishang would not let him go.

"No, I can leave the Nether Sea and never return."

Instantly, Night Spirit Demon Venerable seemed to panic.

Previously, he was unafraid of Qu Lishang’s threats because he knew the Demon Kings in the Nether Sea would certainly attack Qu Lishang, but if both sides backed down, he alone could never be a match for Qu Lishang, especially with Monk Benyin present.

"I said, this is a matter for your Human Race."

Shaking his head, the leading Demon King answered calmly, "Qu Lishang, the past grievances are written off as long as you promise not to trouble our Demon Race, and we will leave immediately."

Reaching this point, killing Qu Lishang to seize the Great Nether Mirror was no longer possible; the Demon Race also did not wish to continue fighting. Ending it here was not a bad compromise.

"Agreed!"

Without any hesitation, Qu Lishang agreed outright.

"No, we still have a chance; the Corpse Demon Ancestor’s death might just be an accident... Qu Lishang might not have any helpers, and still have a chance to kill him!"

Seeing the Demon Race about to leave, Night Spirit Demon Venerable screamed desperately.

However, nobody paid attention to him.

In the blink of an eye, these Demon Kings departed cleanly, just as decisively as when they first arrived.

"Now... it’s time to settle our scores!"

With a trace of a cold smile on his lips, Qu Lishang’s gaze fell on Night Spirit Demon Venerable again, speaking coldly.

Even though Qu Lishang has now let go of his stubbornness towards refining the Great Nether Mirror, this enmity is not so easy to forget.

Qu Lishang has never been a person to easily forgive; he’s known for holding grudges and striking mercilessly, which is why he’s renowned as the Li Shang Sword Venerable.

Buzz!

Raising his hand, the terrifying sword light rose again, instantly enveloping Night Spirit Demon Venerable!

"Amitabha Buddha!"

The Buddha Light descended, and Monk Benyin’s intervention sealed Night Spirit Demon Venerable’s fate, obliterating his last hope of escape.

In less than a quarter of an hour, the demonic energy shattered, and the darkness in the sky completely dissipated.

Yet another Saint Realm has fallen!

Moments later, Qu Lishang and Monk Benyin easily found Wang Junze and the others.

"Master Qu!"

Seeing Qu Lishang instantly, the tension in Wang Junze’s heart eased completely, replaced by a deep-seated joy.

"Master Qu!"

"Brother Qu!"

In no time, Luo Bingyun and the Elder from the Profound Moon Sword Sect also stepped forward to pay their respects.

"Did you kill the Corpse Demon Ancestor?"

Looking at everyone, a gentle smile appeared on Qu Lishang’s face as he softly asked.

"Yes!"

Nodding, Luo Bingyun replied softly, "Elder Xue fell in the battle to slay the Corpse Demon Ancestor. I originally intended to seek you, Brother Qu, but it was Wang Junze who stopped me; in hindsight, his choice was indeed correct."

Though there was some concern before, upon seeing Qu Lishang now, Luo Bingyun naturally agreed with Wang Junze’s judgment.

"In that case, I owe you a favor again this time."

With a hearty smile, Qu Lishang turned to Wang Junze with a smile.

Waving his hand, interrupting Wang Junze before he could speak, Qu Lishang continued, "The Night Spirit Demon Venerable is dead. Monk Benyin and I have reached an agreement with the Demon Race. From now on... you are the Lord of the Nether Sea!"

With that single sentence, the matter was settled, and it was also meant to support Wang Junze in front of Monk Benyin.

"Amitabha Buddha!"

Softly chanting a Buddha’s name, Monk Benyin also spoke, "Wang Tanyue, just remember the promise you made to this poor monk."

Monk Benyin’s stance also indicated that there was no longer any suspense about the matter.

Although they had not yet returned to Netherworld City, from this moment on, Wang Junze had truly taken reign over the Nether Sea.