The Demon Race Forces the Dragon Race

In the midst of their conversation, the sky suddenly changed, with clouds and storms gathering. Ten thousand bolts of lightning struck down, covering a vast expanse of the sea.

The Kui Ox suddenly raised its head and let out a world-shaking moo. Its eyes turned silver-white, and the surrounding lightning seemed to flow into its mouth like a hundred rivers merging into the sea, being absorbed by the Kui Ox.

The remaining lightning struck the ocean, creating thunderous roars and colossal water pillars. As the pillars exploded, they turned into a torrential downpour that fell with a pitter-patter.

Bai Jin immediately said, "Quick, hide underwater."

The Kui Ox immediately dived beneath the surface with Bai Jin.

"Roar~"

"Roar~"

"Roar~"

Angry dragon roars echoed one after another. Serpentine dragons burst forth from the ocean, creating water columns that crashed back into the sea. Several dragons then began to circle in the sky above the ocean.

Above the clouds, demonic clouds churned, and thousands of demons appeared, letting out strange screeches.

At the forefront was a youth with flames burning on his head, clad in red armor, resembling a god of fire.

The dragons' bodies flashed, transforming into half-dragon, half-human beings with dragon heads and human bodies.

The Old Dragon King, wearing a dragon robe, spoke coldly, "Bifang Demon God, you are going too far."

The Bifang Demon God, clad in red armor, let out a chuckle and said indifferently, "Old Dragon King, knowing when to yield is wisdom. The Demon Emperor desires your Nine Dragon Carriage, and it is your honor. If you do not present the Nine Dragon Carriage, there will be no Dragon Race left in the Great Desolation."

The Old Dragon King said angrily, "Impossible! At worst, we will go to the Eastern Azure Dragon Realm."

Beneath the sea, Bai Jin asked quietly, "Have you heard of the Nine Dragon Carriage?"

The Kui Ox shook its head.

The Bifang Demon God stroked the flames rising from his head and said, "If you go to the Eastern Azure Dragon Realm, you will abandon the four seas. Can you bear to do that? I will give you three more days. Reply to me in three days: will you offer the Nine Dragon Carriage or go to war?"

The thousands of demon soldiers let out excited shouts: "War!"

"War!"

"War!"

The Bifang Demon God turned, and the demon soldiers parted to the sides, creating a passage. The Bifang Demon God walked into the passage, and the demon soldiers regrouped, riding the demonic clouds as they ascended into the sky.

Beneath the sea, the Kui Ox said angrily, "Senior Brother, they just attacked us."

Bai Jin nodded. "I know, of course, but can you win? The Demon Court has three hundred and sixty-five Demon Gods, all of whom are in the Great Luo Realm!"

The Kui Ox fell silent. After a moment, it said, "Isn't Senior Brother here?"

Bai Jin rolled his eyes. "I'm not even as good as you!"

The Kui Ox asked in confusion, "Senior Brother, didn't you say that disciples of Saints are very impressive? Why don't we seem impressive at all?!"

"Master hasn't become a Saint yet. Don't worry, once Master becomes a Saint, we'll be amazing."

"Oh!" The Kui Ox replied in a low voice.

The Old Dragon King turned his head to look at the western sea and said, "Which fellow Daoist is here? Please show yourself."

The Kui Ox whispered, "Senior Brother, it seems we've been discovered!"

Bai Jin said, "Then let's go out."

The Kui Ox carried Bai Jin and rose from the sea surface, heading towards the dragons.

Ao Guang's eyes widened, and he pointed at Bai Jin, shouting, "Imperial Father, it's him! The one I told you about."

The Old Dragon King suddenly understood and smiled, "Thank you, young friend, for saving my son."

Bai Jin said humbly, "Even if I hadn't saved him, he wouldn't have been in any danger."

The Old Dragon King smiled and said, "But he might have suffered a bit. If you have no other matters, young friend, would you care to visit the Dragon Palace?"

Bai Jin, thinking about the Nine Dragon Carriage they had mentioned earlier, nodded. "Then I respectfully accept your invitation."

The crowd parted the seawater and headed towards the seabed, entering the East Sea Dragon Palace. They took their seats as honored guests in the main hall. The Kui Ox lay behind Bai Jin, and maidservants served fine wine and delicacies.

The Old Dragon King smiled and said, "I heard that young friend has recently acquired an Innate Spiritual Treasure. Congratulations!"

Bai Jin's expression shifted. "Does Your Majesty the Dragon King wish to take this Innate Spiritual Treasure?!"

The Old Dragon King burst into laughter. "Young friend, you misunderstand. Treasures belong to those who are worthy. Since young friend obtained the Innate Spiritual Treasure, it is naturally fated to be with you. I would never engage in any act of taking by force or deception. Moreover, my Dragon Race is rich and possesses countless treasures from the four seas. A mere Innate Spiritual Treasure does not catch my eye!"

Ao Guang pouted. He's bragging again. I'll eat my words if he can produce a second Innate Spiritual Treasure.

Bai Jin also had a strange expression. If I hadn't seen Ao Guang's greedy look for the Innate Spiritual Treasure, I might have actually believed him. This Old Dragon King has quite the thick skin!

The Old Dragon King said apologetically, "Due to my Dragon Race, young friend was attacked and implicated. I offer my apologies."

Bai Jin immediately replied, "It is not the Dragon King's fault. The demons are becoming too overbearing lately."

The Old Dragon King said helplessly, "The Supreme Demon Court resides in the thirty-three heavens. Dao Ancestor Hongjun's decree states that demons govern the heavens, so they naturally have the right to be arrogant."

Bai Jin asked curiously, "Your Majesty the Dragon King, you don't seem worried at all. You even have the leisure to entertain this humble Taoist."

The Old Dragon King shook his head and sighed, "What's the use of being anxious? Circumstances are beyond our control. I've already decided to lead my dragon sons and grandsons to the Azure Dragon Realm."

Bai Jin curiously asked, "What exactly is this so-called Nine Dragon Carriage?"

The Old Dragon King said leisurely, "In the past, our Ancestral Dragon, with the Four Seas under his command, was the foremost among scaled creatures. All the scaled races joined forces to forge a Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage as the Ancestral Dragon's mount. Thus, the Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage became a symbol of the Ancestral Dragon's status.

Later, during the Dragon-Han Calamity, the Ancestral Dragon died in battle, and the Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage was stored in the treasury. I don't know how the Demon Emperor got wind of the Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage, but he demanded we offer it up as a sign of our submission."

Ao Guang cursed, "Damn Demon Race."

Bai Jin's heart leaped with joy. It really was the Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage. In myths and legends, the Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage was the mount of the Primordial Lord of Heaven. However, how it came to be was a matter of much debate. Some said the Primordial Lord of Heaven forged it himself, others that Dao Ancestor Hongjun refined it, and still others claimed the Primordial Lord of Heaven snatched it from the Dragon Race.

Now Bai Jin knew. The Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage was actually the former mount of the Dragon Race's Ancestral Dragon. No, he had to get his hands on it. His First Martial Uncle had the Great Red Robe, and his Master had the Kui Ox mount. If only his Second Martial Uncle didn't have a gift, would he really give him a hard time? Gifts weren't just given away; the recipient had to like them. At least for now, nothing was more suitable than the Nine Dragon Agarwood Carriage.

Bai Jin immediately said indignantly, "The Demon Race has gone too far! Old Dragon King, a scholar can be killed but not insulted. Let's fight them!"

The Old Dragon King chuckled awkwardly, "We can't win!"

Bang! Bai Jin slammed his palm on the table. The Old Dragon King was startled, and the Kui Ox also jumped up in fright, its large ox eyes wide.

Bai Jin roared, "We have to fight even if we can't win! Are we just going to let those monsters defecate and urinate on our heads?"

The Old Dragon King's eye twitched twice. Why did he seem more agitated than me?

Ao Guang looked at Bai Jin suspiciously. What bad idea was he cooking up now? And who was "we"? You stole my Innate Spiritual Treasure, and from now on, we are strangers. You are you, and we are us.

Bai Jin suddenly stood up, furious, "Old Dragon King, I'll lead the charge! We'll storm the Heavenly Court right now, kill those demons, destroy the Demon Emperor, and show the Demon Race the spirit of our Dragon Race.

As the saying goes, emperors take turns, and this year it's our turn. Today, we'll overthrow the Demon Court and let our Dragon Race reclaim its position as the protagonists of heaven and earth."