Hongjun's phantom sighed softly, a trace of helplessness showing between his brows. "Fellow Daoist, the fates of those two have not yet run their course, and their karma remains. For the sake of this humble Daoist, could you temporarily stay your hand?"
"Outrageous!" Su Yang sneered. "They actually dared to seize my Primordial Violet Qi in front of me. Such Great Treason—how could I forgive it lightly?"
Hongjun's expression darkened slightly as he took another step back. "If you are willing to leave them a thread of life, I am willing to owe you a tremendous karmic debt. How about it?"
The air suddenly froze.
Su Yang narrowed his eyes and fell silent for a moment. Just as Hongjun's expression shifted slightly, he finally spoke. "Very well. But listen carefully. During the Witch-Demon War, you are not to interfere! If you meddle in the slightest, do not blame me for turning ruthless!"
Hongjun remained silent for a long while before finally nodding. "Very well. I will do as you say."
As his voice fell, that face that blotted out the heavens and earth began to fade. At last, a final majestic voice rang across the universe:
"From this day forth, the demons shall rule the Heavenly Court, while the witches shall govern the earth. They must not wage war against each other for a thousand years! Any violator shall be condemned by the Heavenly Dao!"
As this prohibition descended, the terrifying pressure suppressing the heavens slowly receded.
"You got off cheap." Su Yang cast a cold glance at Di Jun and Tai Yi, who had collapsed on the ground, then flicked a finger.
Buzz—
The Star Dou Great Array dissolved at his command. The stars across the sky returned to their positions, not one damaged. A Saint's methods were effortless: