The Demon Lord's projection fluctuated violently. "Kid... this isn't covered by the contract."
"I know, which is why I said you could collect it while you're at it."
Cao Xing chuckled. "Or are you saying that, as your partner, I've already agreed to retrieve that crucial material from such a dangerous place."
"And yet you aren't even willing to help with such a small request?"
The projection fell silent, seemingly considering whether to agree to Cao Xing's request.
After a moment, a compromising voice came from within. "Tell me. What do you need?"
The corners of Cao Xing's lips curled upward, and a smile appeared on his face. "The heart of a Light-Eating Beast..."
Hearing that strange name, the Demon Lord's projection visibly paused. "A Light-Eating Beast? That is indeed a rare creature."
"Especially after the Invasion War. It is nearly extinct now, so it truly won't be easy to find."
After a pause, the Demon Lord continued, "As far as I know, the heart of a Light-Eating Beast is generally used for some kind of special summoning ritual."
"What do you need it for?"
Cao Xing waved a hand. "You don't need to concern yourself with that. Just tell me whether you can get it or not."
The Demon Lord's projection fell silent again for a moment.
At that moment, it seemed to realize something. "I think I understand what you're trying to do, kid."
"Interesting... You even want to scheme against that old bastard. You've got some nerve!"
"Still... you killed Dem and the Many-Faced God. Dealing with Him shouldn't be difficult for you."
As it spoke, the Demon Lord suddenly began to laugh sinisterly again.
"Hehehe... I wonder what expression that old bastard will have when you summon Him to the Main Plane..."
"That really is something