Return of the Demon Emperor

Why has Empress Wa personally arrived?

Nuwa's eyes were filled with frost.

"You court death."

A giant palm swept through the sky and slammed down, Di Jun's golden body cracked inch by inch.

She gently stroked the young man's hair.

"Sister arrived too late."

Lin Fan looked up and smiled.

"Seeing that Sister is unharmed, is very good."

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Lin Fan said softly and obediently.

Nuwa's heart softened even more, and she gently pinched Lin Fan's cheek.

"My little brother has grown sensible."

Facing the combined assault of Di Jun and Donghuang Taiyi, while fighting countless demons, he still remembered her.

These words made Nuwa feel even more self-reproachful.

If she had been able to protect the Human Race all along and stayed by Lin Fan's side, the Human Race would not have suffered this calamity, and Lin Fan would not have had to face the myriad demons alone.

"It's Empress Nuwa who has arrived!"

"Greetings, Holy Mother Empress!"

The Human Race knelt and bowed one after another, their expressions excited and full of hope.

With Nuwa's appearance, the battle was decided, and the Demon Race no longer dared to act rashly.

Di Jun's flesh and blood reformed, and he questioned with a dark expression.

"Empress Nuwa, you are the Wa Empress of our Demon Race, why do you attack your own kin?"

"Di Jun, do you know your death is approaching!"

Nuwa said coldly.

Vast Saintly Might descended like a river of stars, forcing Di Jun and Donghuang Taiyi to crack their bones and kneel.

They were filled with shock and horror.

"Is the Wa Empress truly going against the heavens? Such an act will surely incur divine retribution!"

Di Jun forced himself to say.

Nuwa understood the Heavenly Secrets and naturally knew that the fate of the two was deeply intertwined.

If she rashly killed them, she feared unforeseen consequences.

But how could such arrogance go unpunished?

She raised her jade hand, about to act—

"Nuwa, you have crossed the line."

A majestic figure suddenly appeared.

Laozi had arrived.

Di Jun and the other felt the pressure dissipate, as if they had narrowly escaped death.

"Laozi, are you going to stop me?"

Nuwa's gaze was like ice.

A monstrous power surged out, shaking Laozi's heart as he sternly rebuked.

"You are sustained by the Destiny of the Demon Race, and now you betray your master.

Such a heaven-defying act will surely bring retribution!"

At the same time, Yuanshi, Jieyin, and Zhunti appeared one after another.

At the peak of the firmament, Sect Master Tongtian's figure suddenly appeared, looking down upon the vast mortal world.

In an instant, all the Saints gathered, and billions of living beings stared in astonishment, gazing at this world-shattering change.

No one could have predicted that Lin Fan's confrontation with the Demon Race would alert the supreme Saint's presence.

Hongyun and Zhenyuanzi, who were in the midst of a fierce battle, couldn't help but stop and observe.

Venerable Yuanshi's face was as cold as frost, and he said in a low voice:

"Junior Sister Nuwa, the Dao Ancestor issued a decree long ago that Hunyuan Sages are forbidden from interfering in the conflict between the Witch and Demon races. Are you defying your master's orders today?"

"Don't try to threaten this Palace with the 'heavenly mandate' or 'great trend'!"

Empress Nuwa's phoenix eyes flashed with ferocity, and her red lips parted slightly: "I am a Hunyuan Daluo Golden Immortal, transcending the heavenly mandate!"

With that, she directly made a Great Dao oath to the heavens: "From this moment on, I, Nuwa, shall abdicate my position as Empress Wa and sever all karma with the Demon Race!"

The laws of the Heavenly Dao suddenly trembled, and countless subtle, imperceptible threads of karma snapped.

Nuwa was already a Hunyuan Sage who had transcended Destiny. Even if she abandoned the faith of the Demon Race, it would not damage her fundamental being.

However, the entire Primordial World shook as a result.

Myriad beings cried out in shock.

Hidden Great Powers all turned their gaze towards the Human Race's territory, unable to conceal their astonishment: "Empress Nuwa has actually severed ties with the Demon Race?"

"The Demon Race slaughtered the Human Race, enraging a Saint, and they will surely face divine retribution! Such actions are truly excessive! The Human Race was created by the Empress herself, and the Human Religion was also established by her. The Demon Race's wanton behavior is clearly their own undoing!"

Demon Emperor Di Jun's heart trembled violently. He knew that in the past, Nuwa had shown some leniency towards the Demon Race out of consideration for her status as Empress Wa. Now that karma had been severed, she would likely show no mercy.

The three Saints, Venerable Yuanshi, Jieyin, and Zhunti, were all stunned: "How could Senior Sister act so impulsively!"

"Junior Sister, how can karma and connections be severed just like that? This is too rash!" Sect Master Tongtian frowned deeply and advised her earnestly.

Only Laozi watched indifferently, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes. In his opinion, Nuwa severing ties with the Demon Race was utterly foolish. Not only would she lose the protection of the Demon Race's Destiny, but she would also anger the Dao Ancestor. Such stubbornness would eventually lead her to taste the bitter fruit of her actions.

"Junior Sister Nuwa, since you have severed ties with the Demon Race, you should not interfere in their affairs anymore. Hurry back to your own palace." The old man said with a stern face and a deep, powerful voice, carrying an unyielding tone of command.

"Does it concern you to tell my Sister what she wants to do?" Lin Fan replied lightly.

"Who do you think you are? Do you really consider yourself to be chosen by destiny?" The old man was furious. This brat, who still had milk on his lips, had ruined his plans multiple times. Now he dared to mock him in public, showing he had no idea how high the heavens were or how deep the earth was.

Old grudges and new resentments surged in his heart, and the old man could no longer hold back. He pointed at Lin Fan and cursed him loudly.

"Audacious! You mere yellow-mouthed child dare to disrespect a Saint. I, as the head of Shangqing and the revered figure of the Daoist sect, will teach you a good lesson today!" With that, he reached out to capture Lin Fan.

Nuwa's pretty face sank, and she raised her hand, unleashing a palm strike. A surge of profound Saintly Might erupted. The old man was immediately sent flying backward.

"To think that the dignified Taiqing Saint, the leader of the Daoist sect, would attack a junior, bullying the weak with his strength. You truly have thick skin!" Nuwa taunted. "Senior Brother, I never realized you were so shameless before!"

Lin Fan couldn't help but burst into laughter. The other two Saints couldn't help but twitch the corners of their mouths. Seeing the old man's embarrassed state brought them immense satisfaction.

Back then, the Three Pure Ones came looking for trouble for no reason.

They had never suffered such humiliation before.

Now, their karma was coming back to bite them.

If not for the current united front, they would have burst out laughing long ago.

The old man's face turned red, his shame turning into extreme anger.

"Nuwa, you've gone too far!"

"Junior Sister, what you're doing is excessive."

"Senior Brother is the head of the Daoist sect, how can you be so disrespectful to your elders?"

Another Saint chided, frowning.

"Hmph! This Palace merely wants him to know that my brother is not to be bullied by anyone."

Nuwa's tone was calm yet irrefutable.

Di Jun secretly rejoiced. Sensing the Saints' dissatisfaction with Nuwa, he stepped forward and bowed, saying:

"Esteemed Saints, the Dao Ancestor clearly stated long ago that Saints should not interfere in the struggle of the Great Tribulation."

"Yet now, Empress Nuwa repeatedly targets my Demon Race. This action goes against the Heavenly Mandate. I hope the Saints will uphold justice."

He knew that Laozi and Nuwa had a long-standing rift. He also recalled that Laozi had previously conveyed Hongjun's command, strictly prohibiting Saints from interfering in the affairs of the Wu and Yao tribes.

Now that Laozi, Yuanshi, Jieyin, and Zhunti were all present, perhaps they could use the combined might of the Saints to resolve the Demon Race's current predicament.

Before Laozi and Yuanshi could respond, Tongtian coldly stated:

"The Demon Race slaughtered the Human Race with brutal cruelty. Nuwa, as the matriarch of the Human Religion, is merely doing her duty by offering protection."

Di Jun was momentarily speechless, having not expected Tongtian to speak up for Nuwa.

Nuwa's expression was serene, her words firm:

"This Palace has no intention of getting involved in the Great Tribulation, but if anyone harms my Human Race or bullies my brother, do not blame this Palace for showing no mercy."

Though her words were soft, they carried a sharp edge, directly pointing to the Demon Race's actions.

Laozi and Yuanshi heard this, their eyes glinting coldly, and they questioned in a stern voice:

"Junior Sister, are you trying to defy the Dao Ancestor's command and disregard the Heavenly Mandate with this action?"

Tongtian frowned and retorted, "Eldest Brother, your words are mistaken. Master never said that Nuwa was forbidden from protecting the Human Race."

Yuanshi reprimanded sternly, "Tongtian! How can you join Nuwa in this foolishness? What kind of conduct is this!"

Tongtian's expression remained calm, unmoved:

"I act according to my Dao heart, impartially."

He had always remembered Lin Fan's kindness. Today, with Nuwa being targeted by the Saints, he naturally would not stand idly by.

Lin Fan's demeanor today had shaken him to his core.

A mere Great Luo Golden Immortal, facing millions of demons, showed no fear, daring to defy the Heavenly Mandate and protect the Human Race with his life.

Such courage, this fearlessness—did it not perfectly align with the path of the Intercepting Sect?

To defy fate and contend for life, even without hope, one must still seek a sliver of survival.

If it were himself, he might not have been able to achieve such a feat.

This scene and situation only strengthened his resolve to lend Nuwa a hand.

Laozi laughed in extreme anger, glaring at Tongtian:

"Good, very good! Truly my good third brother!"

He had never imagined that Tongtian would stand so resolutely on Nuwa's side today.

One must remember that in the past, Nuwa and Lin Fan had snatched his opportunity to become a Saint.

Tongtian remained silent.

He had seen through it—Laozi, Yuanshi, Jieyin, and Zhunti, while claiming to uphold the Heavenly Dao and follow the Heavenly Mandate, were in reality only trying to prevent Nuwa from interfering, allowing the Demon Race to forge the Witch-Slaying Sword.

Such calculations were chilling.

Venerable Yuanshi said solemnly:

"I am a Saint of the Mystic Gate, and I will never allow anyone to interfere with the Great Tribulation or act against Heaven's will."

"Junior Sister Nuwa, retreat quickly!"

His tone was unquestionable.

Nuwa's eyes turned cold.

Since that was the case, there was only one path left: battle.

She understood that the four Saints were determined to protect the Demon Race, and further words were useless.

Tongtian also stood firmly beside Nuwa.

The Three Pure Ones, who were once like brothers, were now drawing swords against each other, their animosity as deep as fire and water.

All beings were shocked, the heavens ** trembled.

Yuanshi stared at Tongtian and said coldly:

Stubborn and unrepentant!

He couldn't understand why Tongtian would be willing to turn against his brothers for the sake of ants like the Human Race.

Laozi was furious, and the Taiji Diagram descended from the sky, directly pressing down on Nuwa.

The universe cracked, and the void annihilated.

Black clouds pressed down, and wind and thunder raged.

The vast Saintly Might swept across the heavens and earth, making countless demons tremble in fear.

The battle of the Saints was imminent.

Laozi, Yuanshi, Jieyin, and Zhunti each unleashed their Hunyuan-level supreme Spiritual Powers and attacked together.

Nuwa's expression was calm, standing shoulder to shoulder with Sect Master Tongtian, facing the four Saints.

Instantly, space shattered, and the elements of earth, wind, water, and fire seemed on the verge of recreating the world.

Countless demons were caught in the aftermath.

The Saints' figures flickered, and they moved their battle to beyond the chaos.

"Brother, should we continue our action?"

Seeing Nuwa leave, Donghuang Taiyi relaxed slightly and asked Di Jun in a low voice.

Di Jun pondered for a long time, then said decisively, "Since we have already offended the Saints, there is no turning back.

"Opportunity knocks, quickly slay the Human Race, and use their flesh and soul to refine the Witch-Slaying Sword!"

Now that Nuwa had resigned from her position as Empress Wa and was completely opposed to the Demon Race.

Di Jun had no more reservations. With a command, trillions of demons once again surged towards the human tribes.

Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun quickly unleashed their Spiritual Powers and used their magic treasures to intercept the demons.

In the human tribes, the Innate Five Elements Grand Formation shone once more.

Di Jun and Donghuang Taiyi charged directly at Lin Fan.

Lin Fan was a supreme Great Luo Golden Immortal of the Twelve-petal level, condensing three thousand Dao Fruits, his strength far exceeding his realm.

Under his full power, he fought the two Emperors to a standstill.

Various magic treasures were frequently used, repeatedly inflicting heavy damage at critical moments.

The two Emperors were terrified but helpless.

The Primordial Pearl concealed the Heavenly Secrets, making it difficult for their divine senses to track the magic treasures.

They had to deal with Lin Fan's Hunyuan-level supreme Spiritual Powers while also guarding against surprise attacks from magic treasures, putting them in a sorry state.

Finally, at a certain moment, the Red Embroidered Ball transformed into a crimson light and broke through the air, instantly shattering half of Di Jun's body.

At the same moment, Lin Fan's killing blow arrived.

The Sacred Emperor Golden Body Technique was activated, surrounded by the holy light of Merit, and the Kongtong Seal unleashed immeasurable power.

The golden seal smashed down like a brick, with the force of a collapsing heaven.

Before Di Jun could react, he was heavily struck, his Primordial Spirit completely lost, and he crashed to the ground.

Lin Fan stepped on his body with one foot, ruthlessly crushing the supreme being of the Demon Race. The universe fell silent, and all beings held their breath.

Many demons witnessed this scene, their eyes filled with humiliation and rage.

This supreme being who ruled the Demon Race, the master of all heavenly laws—

was now being stepped on in the most humiliating way.

The entire world trembled.

"Insolent Lin Fan! How dare you ** the Heavenly Emperor!"

"Arrogant!"

"Deserves death!"

The void trembled, and the roars of several Demon Saints echoed through the clouds.

Bai Ze, Ji Meng, and other great demons were furious, flames burning in their eyes.

His Majesty Di Jun, who was supreme in the hearts of the demon subjects, was now being humiliated and trampled by a mere human.

Such actions were equivalent to crushing the dignity of countless demons.

"It's just a foot on his body, why such a fuss?"