Wangshu Protects Her Husband! The Demon Court Is Reestablished!

Clang! Clang! Clang!

Sword cries rang out, tearing through space.

Ling Xiao held the Qingping Sword as streams of azure light blossomed forth. Dense sword intent surged out, and green lotuses appeared from thin air above Penglai Immortal Island.

"The Qingping Sword is compatible with my origin, allowing me to comprehend the Green Lotus Sword Dao. Even without using the God-Slaying Spear, I can now kill formidable enemies like Dingguang Immortal."

Ling Xiao muttered to himself and withdrew his mana.

The Qingping Sword turned into a streak of light and flew into his body. He then sat familiarly in the rattan chair, while Wangshu stood behind him and gently kneaded his shoulders with her jade hands. The cool sensation instantly seeped into his soul.

A single kiss had sealed their feelings!

From that moment onward, Wangshu had become increasingly gentle toward Ling Xiao and no longer resisted physical contact.

It was still too early for them to truly become Dao companions, but the unfamiliarity and distance between them had clearly diminished. Everything was mutually understood and fell naturally into place.

"During the time you were cultivating the Green Lotus Sword Dao, the Sect of Interception and the Demon Clan have not been idle. The Golden-Winged Great Peng went to the Southern Blazing Volcano, while Demon Clan Great Beings from the depths of the starry sky have gradually descended upon Phoenix Perch Mountain."

"If I am not mistaken, the Demon Clan and the Sect of Interception intend to push Lu Ya into the position of Demon Emperor. I fear the Demon Clan Heavenly Court is about to reappear in the world!"

Wangshu let Ling Xiao rest his head against her chest. Her red lips parted slightly as she spoke in a gentle tone.

As a Great Being at the middle stage of Golden Immortal of Hunyuan, she should have been lofty and untouchable. Yet before Ling Xiao, she could not put on any airs. Instead, she became increasingly soft and gentle, making Ling Xiao like her even more.

Hearing this, Ling Xiao said calmly, "I thought Tongtian and Nuwa had some countermeasure in mind. Who would have thought they would ultimately come up with such a foolish move? It truly makes one sigh."

"Lu Ya is Dijun's son and can bear the Demon Clan's luck. Now that his ambitions have been exposed, reestablishing the Demon Court is only natural."

"But the Phoenix Clan has also been dragged into this. That Golden-Winged Great Peng really is filial!"

From the moment Lu Ya had entered the Sect of Interception, Ling Xiao had known that he was not one to settle down quietly.

At the time, Ling Xiao's plan had been to use Lu Ya to pressure the Heavenly Court during the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation. If the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother went too far, he would push Lu Ya into the position of Lord of the Heavenly Court.

But later, the world had shown its coldness. He had been forced to sever his karma with the Sect of Interception, then won the favor of the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother, becoming the Great Emperor of the Azure Radiance.

Now, Ling Xiao naturally had to place the interests of the Heavenly Court first.

Yet the Phoenix Clan had actually been sweet-talked into joining the soon-to-be reestablished Demon Court by the Golden-Winged Great Peng. This truly surprised Ling Xiao.

"Phoenix Perch Mountain was once the Dao field of Nuwa and Fuxi. Now that it is about to become the Demon Clan's lair, it means Nuwa is also entering the game to scheme over the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation."

"One has to admit, Dao Ancestor Hongjun's disciples are none of them simple..."

Wangshu spoke softly, deep light shimmering in her eyes.

Then her tone shifted as she leaned close to Ling Xiao's ear, breathing fragrance against it.

"But do not worry. If any of those Demon Clan Golden Immortals of Grand Dao or Quasi-Sages dare harm you, I will pierce the heavens..."

As her words fell!

Ling Xiao's heart stirred. He immediately reached out and pulled Wangshu into his arms.

"You really do protect your husband..."

Then!

Immortal mist swirled, hazy and intimate!

Elsewhere!

At the Peak of Phoenix Perch Mountain, demonic qi surged into the sky.

Countless Demon Clan creatures gathered throughout the vast region surrounding Phoenix Perch Mountain.

Lu Ya wore a crimson-gold imperial robe and a violet-gold divine crown. Solar True Fire flowed over his body as divine patterns, while the aura of an early-stage Golden Immortal of Grand Dao burst forth.

At his side stood the Golden-Winged Great Peng, clad in a Yin Yang imperial robe and holding the Yin Yang Two Qi Bottle.

"Two Demon Emperors, the auspicious hour has arrived. Please ascend the platform and swear a Heavenly Dao Oath!"

A strained smile surfaced on Ancestor Kunpeng's gloomy face.

Originally, he had not wanted to involve himself in the affairs of the Demon Clan. However, Nuwa had tempted him with the River Map and Luo Book, leaving him no choice but to yield.

After all, Ancestor Kunpeng did not wish to offend Nuwa, a Heavenly Dao Sage!

"Excellent!"

Lu Ya said with high spirits and a smile.

Looking at the countless figures below, his heart seemed to broaden.

Xihe, Changxi, Bai Ze, Ji Meng, Ghost Chariot, and Shang Yang—these Quasi-Sage Great Beings would become the foundation and backbone of the Demon Clan.

Beyond them, there were dozens of peak Golden Immortals of Grand Dao from the Phoenix Clan. With their aptitude, attaining the Quasi-Sage realm should have been extremely easy. Yet the shackles of the Heavenly Dao and the bindings of Karmic Force had made it difficult for their cultivation to advance.

But in Lu Ya's eyes, these people possessed enormous potential!

Once the Demon Court was reestablished and gathered Heavenly Dao Luck, that luck could wash away their restraints. Then they would become sharp blades in his hand!

Very soon!

Lu Ya and the Golden-Winged Great Peng stepped onto the hundred-zhang platform. Then they raised their heads toward the Nine Heavens Clouds and bowed.

"I, Lu Ya, follow Heaven and answer the Dao. I bear the orthodoxy of the Demon Clan's luck and the principles of the Heavenly Dao. Seeing the disorder of heaven and earth, with living beings of all races left without guidance, I hereby reestablish the Demon Court to enlighten all beings!"

"I shall be the Lord of Demon Court, and the Golden-Winged Great Peng shall be the Demon Emperor. We shall use the Demon Summoning Banner to suppress the luck of the Demon Court. May the Heavenly Dao bear witness!"

His Dao Sound resounded magnificently, shaking heaven and earth.

Lu Ya and the Golden-Winged Great Peng waited with eager expressions, hoping for a response from the Heavenly Dao. Yet after several breaths, no phenomenon appeared in the Nine Heavens.

Just then!

Tongtian and Nuwa both sighed softly before appearing atop the Peak of Phoenix Perch Mountain.

"May the Dao Ancestor and the Heavenly Dao jointly bear witness!"

The two spoke in unison and bowed toward the heavens.

After their words fell!

Purple Qi came from the east as winds and clouds shifted.

The Demon Clan's luck gathered toward the Demon Summoning Banner, while Heavenly Dao Luck also descended upon the Demon Court. In an instant, the Demon Court reappeared in the world and received the recognition of both the Heavenly Dao and Dao Ancestor Hongjun.

"It seems the Dao Ancestor does not wish for the Demon Court to be reestablished!"

Tongtian appeared somewhat dejected as he transmitted Dao Sound to Nuwa.

If not for the two Heavenly Dao Sages using their authority and petitioning Dao Ancestor Hongjun together, the reestablishment of the Demon Court today would have become a joke.

"Alas... Let us each give up some Heavenly Dao Merit and bestow it upon Lu Ya and the others!"

Nuwa shook her head and looked helplessly at Tongtian.

The reestablishment of the Demon Court did not conform to the rules of the Heavenly Dao. Having it recognized by the Heavenly Dao was already extremely difficult, so no Heavenly Dao Merit would descend.

Thus, the two of them could only find a solution themselves!

Several breaths later!

Boundless golden light shone between the clouds as Heavenly Dao Merit descended upon the heads of the Demon Court's members. Although the amount was not great, it was better than nothing.

At that moment, the dozens of peak Golden Immortals of Grand Dao from the Phoenix Clan used the Demon Court's luck and Heavenly Dao Merit to cleanse their Karmic Force. Their cultivation actually broke through its shackles, and they all entered the Quasi-Sage realm.

In an instant, Phoenix Perch Mountain erupted in excitement!

Only Ancestor Kunpeng and Bai Ze exchanged a glance, their spirits visibly declining.

How could they not know of Tongtian and Nuwa's scheme, or where this Heavenly Dao Merit had come from?

They simply lacked the power to stop it!

The reestablishment of the Demon Court shook the Primordial Wilderness and carried far-reaching consequences.

The first to bear the brunt of it was humanity!

Fire Cloud Cave!

The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, along with the Three Ancestors of Humanity, cultivated quietly here. However, their expressions had turned incomparably ugly. They looked at one another, unable to suppress their anger.

"Reestablishing the Demon Court and occupying Phoenix Perch Mountain!"

"Fuxi, your sister truly is impressive, haha..."

Suiren roared, directing his fury at Fuxi.

This Human Sovereign had originally been a Demon Emperor of the Demon Clan. Yet because of Nuwa, he had inherited the great trend of the Heavenly Dao and humanity's luck, becoming humanity's first Human Sovereign.

"I have nothing to say!"

"From this day onward, I will enter closed-door cultivation unto death within Fire Cloud Cave. No matter how you Human Sovereigns and Three Ancestors deal with Nuwa and the Demon Court, none of it will have anything to do with me."

Fuxi knew he could not clear himself even with a hundred mouths, so he offered no explanation.

After all, he had personally given the River Map and Luo Book to Nuwa. Who could have expected that Nuwa's goal was to recruit Ancestor Kunpeng, then join Tongtian in supporting Lu Ya's reestablishment of the Demon Court?

After saying this!

Fuxi vanished, leaving the remaining Human Sovereigns and Three Ancestors filled with righteous indignation!

"Nuwa is not the only one behind the Demon Court!"

"Lu Ya is a Human Sect Disciple. Not only did Tongtian fail to stop him from reestablishing the Demon Court, he even appeared in person to make Dao Ancestor Hongjun recognize it. He is the one most guilty of all!"

"We should make preparations. It is time to strip those Human Sect Disciples of their positions as Human Emperor's Master, and Tongtian is no longer qualified to control the Kongtong Seal..."

Xuanyuan's killing intent surged, cold light flashing in his eyes.

For a time, the Human Sovereigns and Three Ancestors all voiced their agreement!

Tongtian and the Sect of Interception knew nothing of this...

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