Waging War in the Asura Path (Part One)

Indeed, who else could be flying towards Futuo Mountain and speaking to Zhuge Xiang in such a tone, but Ying Wushuang, the Ninth Princess of the Great Qin Empire? Zhuge Xiang was secretly surprised by Ying Wushuang's sudden visit.

"Greetings, Your Highness the Ninth Princess. May I ask what brings you here?" Zhuge Xiang stopped his Sword Qi Storm, sheathed his Slaying Luo Sword, stood with the sword in hand, and bowed to Ying Wushuang.

Zhuge Xiang's gaze fell on Ying Wushuang, and he was secretly surprised. Ying Wushuang's cultivation had actually reached the Ninth Layer of Golden Core Stage.

"Where's Little Fire Phoenix? Where is it? Why isn't it with you?" Ying Wushuang ignored Zhuge Xiang's words, looking around for Little Fire Phoenix.

Seeing Ying Wushuang's expression, Zhuge Xiang smiled inwardly, then opened the Pet Interface and summoned the Little Fire Phoenix.

Although the Little Fire Phoenix perches on the Phoenix Tree Divine Wood in the Great Tang Dynasty's Hall of Honored Guests, it is still Zhuge Xiang's pet, and can be summoned by opening the Pet Interface.

"Mother, it's been so long! I've missed you so much..." The summoned Little Fire Phoenix spotted Ying Wushuang at a glance, its wings fluttered, and it rushed into Ying Wushuang's arms, calling out affectionately. In the Little Fire Phoenix's heart, Ying Wushuang was its mother.

"I missed you too, that's why I came to see you." Holding the Little Fire Phoenix in her arms, Ying Wushuang's face was filled with loving expression. She transformed from a mischievous girl into an image radiating great maternal brilliance.

"How is it? Has this guy been mistreating you?" After pulling the Little Fire Phoenix into her arms, Ying Wushuang pointed at Zhuge Xiang and asked, "Thinking about it, he's not very good. How could a big, burly man know how to take care of you? Do you want to come to your mother's? Your mother will do her best to make sure you have a good life."

"No, Father is good to me," Little Fire Phoenix said, shaking her head.

Having decided to follow Zhuge Xiang from the beginning, Little Fire Phoenix's choice naturally wouldn't change now. "A few days ago, Father found me a new home. I'm very satisfied; it's a very large Phoenix Tree Divine Tree."

"However..." Little Fire Phoenix paused slightly, a hint of accusation in her voice. She said to Ying Wushuang, "Mother, you'd better keep a close eye on Father. While you were away, he's been having very ambiguous relationships with many women."

"Ahem..." Zhuge Xiang could have accepted the Little Fire Phoenix catching up with Ying Wushuang and talking about family matters, but when he heard the Little Fire Phoenix bring up this topic, Zhuge Xiang coughed awkwardly twice, interrupting the Little Fire Phoenix and asking Ying Wushuang, "Your Highness, may I ask what brings you to the Asura Sect today?"

"It's nothing. I'm here today on someone's behalf to ask you about someone," Ying Wushuang said, giving Zhuge Xiang a look that said, "Men are all the same." Ying Wushuang didn't pry into Zhuge Xiang's private life and went straight to asking, "How much do you know about Wu Xuefei?"

"Senior Sister Wu? May I ask why Your Highness is inquiring about Senior Sister's whereabouts?" Zhuge Xiang's heart stirred slightly, but he asked in return without changing his expression.

"You should know that I have a good relationship with the East Sea Dragon Palace. Within the Dragon Palace, a young Dragon Clan had its eyes gouged out while it was still alive. The Dragon Clan are furious about this, and it seems that Wu Xuefei from your Asura Sect is highly suspicious. I was entrusted by the Dragon Palace to come and investigate. You and Wu Xuefei are both disciples of Sect Master Luo, so I have come to find you."

"I see." Upon hearing this, Zhuge Xiang understood why Ying Wushuang had sought him out. He knew that Ying Wushuang had a close relationship with the East Sea Dragon Palace. Since Wu Xuefei Zhuge Xiang a suspect, it was understandable that Ying Wushuang, as a princess of the Great Qin Empire, would be entrusted by the Dragon Palace to investigate the matter. That was why she had come to him today.

"She actually succeeded?" Upon hearing this, Zhuge Xiang knew that Wu Xuefei had succeeded in collecting the Dragon's Eye. However, by forcibly gouging out the Dragon Clan's eye, she had incurred the Dragon Clan's wrath.

"I don't know much about Senior Sister Wu, since I spend very little time in the sect. However, if Your Highness wishes, I would be willing to investigate for you," Zhuge Xiang said after a moment's thought, indicating his willingness to help Ying Wushuang the investigation.

"You? You're really that kind? What are you up to? Just say it," Zhuge Xiang's enthusiasm didn't please Ying Wushuang Zhuge Xiang with suspicion and asked.

Based on Ying Wushuang's understanding of Zhuge Xiang, this guy, who is always eager to help without a reason, is either a scoundrel or a thief, and is definitely not the kind of person who is kind-hearted.

"..." Ying Wushuang's words left Zhuge Xiang speechless. This woman being too smart wasn't necessarily a good thing.

In fact, Zhuge Xiang's willingness to help Ying Wushuang investigate Wu Xuefei had a simple purpose: to use Ying Wushuang as a bridge to contact the royal family of the Qin Empire. What was the purpose of Zhuge Xiang's return to the Qin Empire this time? Naturally, it was to investigate the truth behind the theft of the Tang Dynasty's national fortune. Ying Wushuang was a very important bridge to dismantle the royal family of the Qin Empire.

"Alright, I'll be frank. Actually, I'm mainly curious about the Imperial Clan and want to use your connections to visit the Imperial Clan of the Great Qin Empire and see what's so special about the Imperial Clan," Zhuge Xiang said, a hint of embarrassment flashing across his face. He then adopted a frank demeanor.

He looked at Zhuge Xiang intently, wondering why he had suddenly become interested in the Imperial Clan of the Great Qin Empire.

However, Ying Wushuang didn't ask for further reasons this time. After pondering for a moment, she nodded to Zhuge Xiang and said, "Alright, then I'll leave Wu Xuefei's matter to you. I hope you can help me investigate and get to the bottom of this as soon as possible."

"Don't worry, I will definitely live up to your expectations," Zhuge Xiang assured him, patting his chest.

Having come for Wu Xuefei's sake, and since Zhuge Xiang had agreed to help, his identity was more suitable than hers. So, after bidding a reluctant farewell to the Little Fire Phoenix, Ying Wushuang quickly left. After watching Ying Wushuang leave, Zhuge Xiang pondered for a moment, then used the Gate of Rakshasa to enter the world of the Asura Path, and his True Body returned directly to Demon Hand Mountain.

"Greetings, Chief Boss." Demon Hand Mountain had long been well-managed. As Zhuge Xiang appeared in his Demonic True Body, the Asura host of Demon Hand Mountain knelt down and bowed in unison.

With the improvement of Zhuge Xiang's cultivation and the acquisition of a Demon Heart, he transformed into a Demon Body, becoming much stronger than before.

Although Zhuge Xiang was strong back then, his aura was weak. But now, the aura emanating from Zhuge Xiang has undoubtedly reached the level of the Asura King. Naturally, the Asura host of Demon Hand Mountain respectfully bowed.

"Get up, all of you. Has the Second Master returned these days?" Zhuge Xiang asked, waving his hand to make the Asura host stand up.

"He came back. The second-in-command came back a few days ago, but he only entered the Forbidden Ground for a short while before leaving in a hurry. We don't know where he is now," Asura, the leader below, replied aggressively upon hearing Zhuge Xiang's question.

"Oh? When the second-in-command came back, did you notice anything unusual?" Upon hearing that Wu Xuefei had indeed been to Demon Hand Mountain, Zhuge Xiang immediately asked.

"Different?" The leader of the Asura looked thoughtful. After considering for a moment, he said to Zhuge Xiang, "If there's anything unusual, it seems that the second leader was injured when she returned, but she wouldn't allow us to ask. She only entered the Forbidden Ground for a short while before leaving alone."

"Injured?" Zhuge Xiang frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and then didn't ask any further questions. He also got up and flew into the depths of the Volcano.

Upon entering, the sealed Demon Left Hand remained unchanged, but beside the seal, a Dragon's Eye floated silently, significantly weakening the seal.

Dragon Clan are a treasure trove, and their Dragon's Eye are inherently capable of weakening or even breaking Restriction Barrier and seals. Therefore, throughout history, countless Dragon Clan have been killed or had their eyes gouged out for this reason. Even with the Dragon Clan' formidable strength, this practice is difficult to eradicate.

Wu Xuefei has indeed found the Dragon's Eye. Now that she has disappeared, she has obviously gone to collect the Phoenix Feather. Zhuge Xiang is not clear about her specific movements, so he can only put aside his promise to Ying Wushuang for the time being.

"Master, I have some matters to report, and I hope you will make a decision." However, just as Zhuge Xiang understood the situation and was preparing to leave Demon Hand Mountain, in the Great Hall of Demon Hand Mountain, the Asura exchanged glances, and the leader of the Asura stepped forward and spoke to Zhuge Xiang.

"Oh? Is there something you need to report to me specifically?" Upon hearing this, Zhuge Xiang, who was about to soar into the sky, had no choice but to stop and ask in return.

Although Zhuge Xiang had no interest in becoming the head of this Demon Hand Mountain, since it was part of his own power, Zhuge Xiang naturally wanted to manage it well within his capabilities.

Besides, since these Asura host have pledged allegiance to him, he cannot betray them and allow them to suffer such humiliation in the Asura Path.

"Recently, the three Asura Kings, Cold Arrow King, Hegemon Fist King, and Four-Eyed King, seem to have started to suppress my Demon Hand Mountain. At first, it was just a test, and we didn't pay much attention. But recently, it seems that seeing that my Demon Hand Mountain has not responded, these three Asura Kings have become more and more aggressive."

After carefully considering his words, Asura spoke to Zhuge Xiang.

"Oh? Why is that?" Upon hearing this, Zhuge Xiang was slightly taken aback. Had he not demonstrated enough strength in the Blood Sea and the Flame Plains? How dare they still cause trouble at Demon Hand Mountain? (To be continued...)