This campaign to encircle and suppress the Heart Demon Ring had gone through several twists and turns, but it had ultimately achieved its intended goal.
Well, although the Heart Demon Ring had died, it had committed suicide. No one received the honor of killing him.
All parties had rubbed their fists and polished their palms beforehand, fully prepared, yet none of them gained any merit. Instead, the unremarkable Lian Feihong stole the limelight. Thanks to Nanchen Prefectural Lord's astonishing performance, he became one of the much sought-after candidates.
There had also been a minor interlude during this period. For instance, the Sea Martial Artists had made a forceful return and specifically chosen Wu Linbei as their representative.
Wu Linbei carried the dual identities of the orphaned survivor of the annihilated Governor of Maijing Prefecture's family and the Demon Weapon Slave who had suddenly seen the light. He had also stabbed the Heart Demon Ring in the back, directly bringing about the great demon's downfall.
His identity was far too complicated, but with the Sea Martial Artists strongly backing him and the Nine Tripods True Words under his control, he already possessed the qualifications to contend for the lordship.
Dongfang Da Qian could not help feeling somewhat depressed. Powerful rivals sprang forth one after another like bamboo shoots after rain, while the sacred artifact he had once relied upon most was no longer an exclusive secret weapon.
He had been keeping a low profile lately, racking his brains to improve his strength and avoid being overtaken by others.
Then, major news arrived.
While the aristocratic clans were besieging the Heart Demon Ring, the God of Release Cult suddenly made its move. The Five Halls Heavenly Kings all took the field, wiping out twenty-eight Demon Weapon Overlords without allowing a single one