Chapter 406: Chapter 274: Valley of Ten Thousand Demons

Under Li Jing’s command, the vast Heavenly Army set out toward Luzhou in the North.

Such massive troop mobilization instantly drew the attention of countless people across the Three Realms.

"Good heavens, the Heavenly Court is getting serious now," someone said.

"So many Treasure Ships, the Heavenly Court has indeed been hiding its strength," another added.

"It’s terrifying—million Heavenly Soldiers; who else in Heaven and Earth could stand against the Heavenly Court?" said another.

The monsters of Luzhou in the North had not yet reacted, while the others were already terrified by the formidable military power displayed by the Heavenly Court.

The accumulation of countless years by the top forces in the Three Realms was now displayed, truly shocking and awe-inspiring, making everyone apprehensive at the sight.

Many speculated that this might be the end for Luzhou in the North, as such a vast army’s entry could probably leave Luzhou in the North barren.

In the Demon Realm, through Liu Ming’s perspective, Lin Fang and others saw the actions of the Heavenly Court and couldn’t help but gasp at the grand scale they had never seen before.

"Boss, isn’t this too much? Can Feng Jiu and the others withstand it?" Bashan Tiger said with some worry.

Anyone who saw the Heavenly Court’s stance felt somewhat guilty. Especially those with ulterior motives, who had planned to take advantage of the absence of the Three Pure Ones to dethrone the Jade Emperor from the Heavenly Emperor’s throne—now seeing this force, they all ceased their efforts as if nothing had happened.

The noise within the Three Realms seemed to quiet down at this moment.

Killing the chicken to warn the monkey—this phrase surfaced in everyone’s mind, and it was clear they were that monkey.

"If we’re the monkey, so be it—it’s much better than being the chicken that gets killed," someone said, consoling themselves with self-deprecation.

The gap was just too vast; when the gap in strength was this considerable, all schemes and plots became irrelevant and meaningless.

No matter how unwilling they felt deep inside, those with ulterior motives could only suppress their ambitions deep in their hearts, daring not to show even a trace of it.

Everyone watched the direction in which the army was marching—Luzhou in the North, the home of the Demon Clan.

"This time, the Demon Clan is doomed. With so many troops marching in, Luzhou in the North will probably be barren in the future," said someone with a sigh.

They could not feel happy about such news; after all, with the Demon Court still in front, if it were gone, the Heavenly Court’s attention might soon turn toward them.

At that time, who would face this vast marching army?

"I just hope the Demon Clan can hold on for a while and not be defeated too easily," they said.

In Luzhou in the North, there is a place called the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, surrounded by perilous mountains with only a narrow valley passable. Gale winds circle the area, making it that all who come here have to travel on foot. This place is the gateway to the deeper parts of Luzhou in the North and a necessary passage for anyone entering.

The unique environment has shaped its special history. Over countless years, this place has been ruled by numerous Demon Kings, who used to extort anyone passing through.

However, this scenario fundamentally changed after Feng Jiu’s return. Faced with the intervention of several great saints from the Demon Clan, the various Demon Kings here one by one submitted, bringing long-missing peace to this area, chaotically ruled for many years.

Countless Demon Kings had accepted the peaceful reformation, and with a turn, they became soldiers of the Demon Court, now holding official positions.

The Great Saint Who Moves Mountains, Shituo King, was stationed here, allowing monsters within a thousand miles to enjoy a rare period of peace.

However, today, this tranquility was shattered.

As the Great Saint’s flag fluttered in the wind atop the mountain, countless Demon Kings emerged from their cave mansions and gathered at the highest peak of the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, where the Great Saint’s camp was located.

"Great Saint, may I know why you have summoned us here?" one Demon King asked anxiously.

It was known that ever since the Great Saint had arrived in the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, he had kept a low profile, dedicating himself to cultivation, and was extremely courteous to the surrendered Demon Kings, never before had he raised his banner and assembled the crowd like today.

It was foreseeable that something significant was happening.

"We have received orders from above. The Heavenly Army will soon enter our Valley of Ten Thousand Demons. We must prepare as early as possible!" the Shituo King said gravely.

"The Heavenly Army, these cowards, planning to stir trouble again? Wasn’t the last lesson enough for them? If they dare to come this time, we will make sure they regret it," another Demon King said with a laugh.

As Demon Kings living here, battles with the Heavenly Court had persisted for countless years, thus they were dismissive of its imminent arrival.

"This time the Heavenly Court is coming out in full force, with Li Jing leading a million, do you still think it’s the minor skirmishes of the past? The Heavenly Court intends to annihilate Luzhou in the North, wiping us out!" Shituo King shouted fiercely, his commanding gaze sweeping across everyone, prompting them to straighten up involuntarily.

"Coming out in full force!"

"A million Heavenly Soldiers!"

The crowd exclaimed in shock, never before had there been such a major movement from the Heavenly Court. No one dared to boast any longer.

Facing such a formidable force, they momentarily lost their confidence.

"What? Are you scared? If you’re afraid, step forward. I won’t make it difficult for you, you can choose to leave," Shituo King stared piercingly at the crowd, his voice laden with authority.

Some Demon Kings were tempted; although they considered themselves strong, facing such a scale of the Heavenly Army, they too were terrified and dared not oppose it.

At that moment, a Demon King stepped forward and spoke: "Retreat, where can we retreat to? Don’t forget, the approach of such a large army from the Heavenly Court means annihilation. Luzhou in the North may be vast, but once the Heavenly Army passes through, nothing will grow; where can we hide then?"

"If you wish to be slaughtered and enslaved by others, please do as you please. I’m not leaving. If death is our only choice, then I choose to die in battle against the Heavenly Court, buried in this land of our ancestors."

With these words, everyone’s emotions were stirred. Who would want to leave their homeland, who would want to be slaughtered at will? Born from this chaotic land, their defiant spirits could not endure such humiliation.

"Rather than being humiliated by the Heavenly Court, I’d rather choose to die on the battlefield!" the crowd shouted one after another.

Seeing this, Shituo King nodded slightly, the army’s morale was ready.

So he stood up and said, "The Heavenly Court is formidable, and a million Heavenly Soldiers indeed intimidating, but we of the Demon Clan are not made of clay. They dream if they think they can obliterate us completely. This time I will show these haughty immortals that our Demon Clan will never be enslaved!"

"Since you all choose to stay, then follow my command!"