The sunshine spread all over, dyeing the entire Falcon Wind Gorge golden.

The wind and snow continued to roar.

Yet the whole world grew quiet at this moment.

"..."

Xie Xuanyi looked up, silently staring at the golden armored figure at the end of the Heavenly Peak.

He stopped Cui Zhen.

Just because...

The truly dangerous character, now stepped onto the stage.

A year had passed since they last met.

The Saint Prince’s aura was now stronger, more unfathomable than before... Although the Saint Prince hadn’t achieved Harmonization, he had reached the Fourth Layer of Heaven in the Yang God Realm. The Taoist Intent of the Fighting Path was incredibly powerful and even when restrained, it blazed like the sun, making it hard to look directly at.

Every era has its own central figure.

In the Demon Country.

If Cui Zhen was the central figure of the previous era.

Then the Saint Prince is undoubtedly the central figure of this era.

Cui Zhen stood silently in a corner where the blazing light waterfall poured, watching this scene, with a complex expression and sighs. Although he lived through a second life, at this moment, he genuinely felt the regret of time not waiting for him... No matter how unwilling, it was true that he was an "old man" now. This world has already seen younger and brighter talents rise to the peak in their own way.

The world fell silent, for a moment.

Whoosh!

The Spirit Sun Rod instantly retracted, bringing Wu Jiu back to the foot of the Saint Prince.

Saint Prince glanced at the heavily wounded Wu Jiu, did not directly abandon him, but instead used Divine Thought to gently lift him and place him on a nearby cloud. Although Great Ape Mountain and Heavenly Phoenix Palace had conflicts, it was merely an internal struggle within the Demon Country... The real enemy to face now was Xie Xuanyi, a trouble outside the Demon Country.

Personal enmity can be set aside for later.

Of course, even if settling personal enmities, the Saint Prince would not take advantage of the situation.

In his heart.

Wu Jiu has never been the enemy... Wu Jiu’s level is not even qualified to be an enemy of his.

"Xie Xuanyi!"

The Saint Prince smiled, "You are truly daring beyond belief..."

Everyone thought Xie Xuanyi had returned to Great Chu, yet this fellow dared to remain in the heart of the Demon Country!

"Flattering."

Xie Xuanyi said calmly, "Just a trivial matter, not worth mentioning."

Saint Prince’s gaze was sharp like a knife, sweeping across the world.

The disheveled and battered appearance of Master Ni Yu was fully observed.

This Artifact Refining Master had a high realm but was not skilled in combat, so ending up in such a state was no surprise.

When his gaze fell upon Cui Zhen...

The Saint Prince furrowed his brows slightly, somewhat surprised.

The battle in Erosion Sun Swamp.

Mo Zhen Venerable’s information, spread across the Demon Country, shocked countless people.

But...

The Saint Prince knew of Mo Zhen’s existence beforehand.

Back during the confrontation at Sea Suppression Platform, Xie Xuanyi had provided this information as a favor exchange with him.

Using this information, Great Ape Mountain prepared in advance, and during negotiations with Heavenly Phoenix Palace, they gained half a step of advantage.

Clearly.

The handsome, delicate Great Demon following behind Xie Xuanyi, concealing his face with Taoist Intent, was [Mo Zhen]!

"Your Highness Saint Prince, you have finally arrived!"

Seeing the reinforcements, Master Ni Yu approached quickly, loudly reminding: "Be very careful, this Xie Xuanyi is incredibly hard to deal with, his Divine Skills are elusive, he can even swallow Lifebound Artifacts! Once the fight begins, I’ll help you deal with his companions..."

Regarding the information on Xie Xuanyi, the Saint Prince naturally had it.

However.

Judging by Master Ni Yu’s demeanor, it seemed she didn’t know about the presence of [Mo Zhen], and even proposed to fight against him?

Recalling Wu Jiu’s tactics from earlier during the Divine Sea bridge construction, the Saint Prince inwardly sneered, understanding what was happening.

The surname Wu wanted help but feared leaking information, so deliberately withheld some details.

This indeed was a typical style of Heavenly Phoenix Palace.

Judging from the battle marks present.

Cui Zhen hadn’t yet made a move...

Just Xie Xuanyi alone had Master Ni Yu crumbling step by step.

"Daoist Ni."

The Saint Prince said flatly, "You should be careful... Do you know the character of the great demon beside Xie Xuanyi?"

"Character?"

Master Ni Yu was taken aback.

In this world, very few can receive praise as a character from the Saint Prince.

Cultivators of the Yin God Realm gaining even a glimpse of respect... were almost nonexistent.

"He is the [Mo Zhen] that Heavenly Phoenix Palace longs to find!"

The Saint Prince revealed directly.

"Mo Zhen?"

Master Ni Yu’s expression was already unpleasant, now it turned even worse.

Reflecting on earlier scenes.

She finally understood why this handsome Great Demon, just a Yin God, dared to look down upon her!

But Master Ni Yu couldn’t understand why Mo Zhen Venerable, once reaching the ultimate peak, was now pursued by Heavenly Phoenix Palace? She usually concentrates on artifact refining, with high cultivation, so most worldly struggles do not involve her.

Regarding major events in the Demon Country recently, she had only heard bits and pieces, not having a full grasp of the intricate reality.

However, with a momentary thought, Master Ni Yu guessed many things.

"Heavenly Phoenix Palace wants Mo Zhen dead..."

Master Ni Yu murmured, "Mo Zhen’s second life... wasn’t sustained with the help of Heavenly Phoenix Palace..."

Clearly.

The Nine Venerable truly betrayed him.

Everything was a lie.

If so, the relics Mo Zhen left in the Demon Country were not gifts.

"No..."

Master Ni Yu’s face turned abruptly pale.

She also participated in that epic battle of yesteryear.

After Mo Zhen’s death.

Everyone drank his blood.

She... certainly had a share too.

If Mo Zhen just died, then everything might still be fine. But if Mo Zhen was alive, and had a second life, then it was not good.

Looking at the handsome Great Demon wielding the Demon Sword.

Master Ni Yu’s Heart Lake grew a genuine fear.

Facing Xie Xuanyi.

Her fear stemmed from the disparity in strength.

Facing Mo Zhen.

Her fear was rooted in bloodlines, rooted in memories...

If Mo Zhen restored his former peak, and reigned once more, what would he do?

Inevitable retribution!

Those who drank his blood, devoured his bones in the past, none will escape!

"I apologize, I deceived the two of you."

Wu Jiu struggled to stand up, swaying; covered in blood, if not for the Saint Prince’s intervention, he would’ve lost his life.

At this moment.

Wu Jiu’s voice was hoarse but despite voicing apologies, he showed no remorse.

"I concealed Mo Zhen’s identity..."

Wu Jiu cast his eyes downward, "However, whether Mo Zhen or Xie Xuanyi, they are all enemies of the Demon Country. If they escape from here, the consequences... you all should be aware."

He looked towards Master Ni Yu.

The woman Great Venerable, initially prepared to flee, looked conflicted and unsure at this moment.

"If we delay any longer, the Great Palace Master will arrive."

Wu Jiu said expressionlessly, "You both, please act together."

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(PS: This update is slightly shorter, there will be another update tomorrow at noon.)