Longing for Home, a New City Entrusted

Yu Yuanchen broke through to the Level 99 Titled Douluo, his aura causing strange phenomena in the heavens and earth, and his pressure enveloped the entire city. This news spread like the most violent whirlwind, instantly reaching every corner of Demon Quelling City. After a brief silence, deafening cheers and jubilation erupted!

"Long live the Young Sect Master!"

"Dragon Emperor Douluo's Divine Might is invincible!"

May humanity prosper forever!

The relief of surviving the catastrophe, the pride of exploring another world, and the heartfelt admiration for the strong all erupted at this moment. Every Soul Master, regardless of their sect, was filled with excitement and pride. The leader's breakthrough meant that their survival in this dangerous other world was greatly enhanced, and that the foundation of humanity's great cause of colonizing the Demon Plane was more solid!

The tension and oppression caused by the strange phenomenon vanished, and the entire Demon Quelling City was plunged into a sea of celebration. The temporary taverns were packed with people, and Soul Master raised their glasses in celebration, dreaming of the future. Even the low-level demons lurking outside the city seemed to be intimidated by this soaring aura and the lingering terrifying pressure, and quietly retreated to a greater distance.

Amidst the jubilation, even Tang Chen, who spent all his time in the Forging Workshop and practically married the furnace and anvil, made a rare appearance. He still had that same bare-chested, muscular, and bold look, but his eyes shone brightly, and his aura was deep and powerful, indicating that he had already reached Level 98! In just one year, his Cultivation Level had not declined.

A weary traveler, Qian Daoliu returned to Demon Quelling City with several newly Purified Angels. He still possessed the same godlike handsomeness and holy aura, but his brows now held a touch of vicissitude and composure, and his eyes were even more resolute and profound. His Cultivation Level had also reached Level 98, and he was even slightly stronger than Tang Chen, who was also at Level 98.

"Hahaha! Brother Yuanchen, congratulations! Level 99! That was quite a commotion!" Tang Chen laughed as he stepped forward, patted Yu Yuanchen's shoulder forcefully, and said in a loud voice, "I knew it, you could definitely do it!"

Yu Yuanchen smiled slightly, feeling the solid power emanating from Tang Chen's palm, and nodded, saying, "Brother Tang's Cultivation Level has also improved rapidly. It seems you've made considerable progress this year."

"Of course!" Tang Chen raised his eyebrows proudly, lowered his voice, and said with a hint of mystery, "Not only Soul Power, but my forging skills have also made a major breakthrough! Combining that demon's Savage Smelting Method with my Hundred Forging Essence Gold Technique, I've come up with some new tricks! Once the finished product is complete, I'll give you a surprise! I guarantee it will open your eyes!" He rubbed his hands together, his eyes sparkling with the excitement of a craftsman discovering New Continent.

Upon hearing this, Yu Yuanchen's eyes lit up with surprise. He knew of Tang Chen's talent and dedication in forging. To obtain the God of Strength' inheritance and integrate it with otherworldly technology to create a new path was absolutely a major event that could change the landscape of Soul Master equipment on the continent! "Alright! Then I'll wait for Brother Tang's surprise!"

Then, as if remembering something, Tang Chen puffed out his chest even more proudly. His Soul Power fluctuated slightly, and a Giant Hammer phantom Entanglement power runes and exuding an ancient and heavy aura vaguely appeared behind him—it was the projection of God of Strength's artifact!

"See that? Brother Yuanchen, the Thousand Bird Man! I'm God-Chosen now! The God Position God of Strength, pretty awesome, right?" Tang Chen grinned, his tone still rough, but the pride of gaining Gods recognition and embarking on the Path to Godhood was undeniable.

Yu Yuanchen and Qian Daoliu, who had just arrived, exchanged a smile, both happy for their friend. Qian Daoliu said gently, "Congratulations, Brother Tang, on receiving divine favor. The God of Strength, who governs strength and combat, is indeed a perfect match for your Clear Sky Hammer."

At this moment, everyone noticed that Qian Daoliu was not returning alone. Behind him were several "people" with pure white wings on their backs, wearing simple white robes, and with expressions of timidity and respect. Their auras were pure and bright, originating from the same source as the Angel Martial Soul, but their strength was generally not high. The strongest one was only four-winged, with an aura roughly at the Soul Douluo level, while the rest were two-winged, equivalent to the Soul King and Soul Emperor levels.

"Brother Qian, what are these?" Yu Yuanchen's gaze swept over these special beings, and he already had a guess in his mind.

A look of satisfaction and solemnity appeared on Qian Daoliu's face as he explained, "Brother Yuanchen, this is my main achievement this year. They were originally biological weapons created in a filthy way by the bloodline of fallen angels corrupted by demonic power. After I found them, I guided them with the Angel Holy Light, helping them shed their corruption and return to the light. Now, they are true Holy Angel. Although their power has been somewhat diminished due to the Purification, their hearts are turned towards the light, and they are willing to follow me and protect order."

His gaze toward the angels held a mixture of pity and responsibility. Fallen Angel were high-level weapons of war created by demons; two-winged ones were practically cannon fodder, lacking self-awareness and destined to die upon Purification. Only four-winged ones and a very few six-winged ones (who become four-winged after Purification) possessed sufficient intelligence to withstand the baptism of Holy Light and be New Life.

Qian Daoliu had already met the requirements of the Divine Examination, but he continued to travel around, trying to save as many lost "compatriots" as possible. This act of kindness, which transcended the test itself and came from the heart, inadvertently resonated with the true meaning of "redemption" from the Angel God, making his belief even stronger and Cultivation Level cultivation level improve naturally.

Upon hearing this, Yu Yuanchen nodded slightly and cast an approving glance at Qian Daoliu. To be able to act not for the sake of the assessment, but to act according to one's true nature—this is the true demeanor of a strong person. Qian Daoliu's persistence is actually in line with his true nature, and he is unconsciously practicing his "Dao," which explains Cultivation Level has improved so quickly.

After the celebrations, everyone gathered in the rebuilt Council Hall of the City Lord's Mansion. Yu Yuanchen sat in the main seat. Although his aura was now restrained, his imposing and awe-inspiring majesty was even more pronounced. Bo Saixi, as a guest, also sat to the side, quietly observing everything.

Yu Yuanchen first listened to a detailed report on the development of Demon Quelling City over the past year. City construction, fortifications, resource exploration, skirmishes with sporadic demons, the effects of the new forging alloy, and so on—everything was well-organized, demonstrating the powerful adaptability and pioneering ability of human Soul Master. He expressed his satisfaction with this.

Then he inquired about the lingering concern, "Has the escaped Shadow Demon King Demogorgon made any moves in the past year?"

Upon hearing the mention of Demogorgon, Qian Daoliu serious, and he said, "Brother Yuanchen, I was just about to report this matter. About half a year ago, when I Purification a group of Fallen Angel in a place called ' Shadow Canyon,' I was ambushed by this fiend."

Everyone's expression tightened.

Qian Daoliu continued, "At that time, it was hidden among countless shadows, launching a sudden and vicious attack. Fortunately, I possessed the Angel Sacred Sword, which gave me a keen sense of evil auras, and my Martial Soul soul was naturally able to counter it, barely managing to withstand its first wave of attacks. During the battle, I discovered that although this demon was still powerful, it seemed... much weaker than in its prime. In particular, its ability to split shadows and switch between reality and illusion was far less troublesome than rumored. Relying on the advantage of my divine weapon, I fought it for nearly a hundred rounds, finally forcing it to retreat. It was seriously injured and fled into the depths of the shadows, never to be seen again."

A knowing glint flashed in Yu Yuanchen's eyes. "It seems that when I destroyed most of its Shadow Clone, I did indeed severely damage its Origin Qi. Now, with Brother Daoliu wielding a divine artifact to restrain it, it shouldn't dare to show itself easily again for some time."

Tang Chen laughed and said, "Brother Yuanchen, if you ask me, that guy is probably hiding somewhere licking his wounds right now! Our Demon Quelling City is now impregnable. With me and the Thousand Birdman, both Level 98, guarding it, plus the city's elite troops and the constantly improving formation, even if it recovers and dares to provoke us, we'll make sure it doesn't leave alive!"

He patted his chest and said confidently, "You've just come out of seclusion, and I'm sure you're missing your family and friends on the mainland. Don't worry, go back to the Douluo Continent and visit! We've got this place under our control, there won't be any trouble! Now that we've established ourselves in the Demon Plane, we'll never give it up again!"

Qian Daoliu nodded gently but firmly. "Brother Tang is absolutely right. Brother Yuanchen, you have already done so much for the continent and for Demon Quelling City. Now that the situation is mostly settled, Demogorgon is no longer a concern, and we can handle the affairs within the city. You should go back and reunite with your family. Miss Ye must have been waiting for you for a long time."

Listening to the sincere and confident words of his two close friends, and seeing the trust and support in the eyes of the Elder and generals below, Yu Yuanchen felt a surge of warmth in his heart. He truly missed Ye Zhilan, his grandfather and father, and everything about the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. He had been in seclusion for the past year, breaking through a bottleneck, his mind tense. Now that he had emerged from seclusion, his longing for his homeland and family had grown even stronger.

He carefully assessed the current situation: the defense system of Demon Quelling City was in place, the resource supply line was stable, and Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu had both reached the peak of Level 98, greatly increasing their strength. They each had their own strengths and were capable of dealing with most situations.

The escaped Demogorgon has suffered a significant loss of strength and is unlikely to pose a fatal threat in the short term. Although there are many demons at the bottom of the Demon Plane, they are leaderless and cannot form a large-scale effective attack. The arrival of Bo Saixi from Sea God Island has introduced variables, but so far she seems friendly and is also a considerable fighting force.

After a moment's thought, Yu Yuanchen finally nodded slowly and made his decision. "Alright. In that case, I will temporarily entrust Demon Quelling City to you two brothers and all my comrades. I do need to return to the sect to handle some matters and also to spend some time with my family."

He looked at Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen, and solemnly said, "Brother Daoliu, please take care of the city's defenses. Your Angel Martial Soul is the strongest counter to demons. Brother Tang, you are experts in forging and developing new equipment. In case of important matters, the two of you can discuss and make decisions. If we encounter a powerful enemy, the priority should be to protect the city and our living forces. We can temporarily avoid confrontation and wait for my return."

"Don't worry!" Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu replied in unison, their eyes filled with a sense of responsibility.

Yu Yuanchen then looked at Bo Saixi and smiled, "Saintess Bo Saixi is new to this place and not yet familiar with the Demon Plane. If she needs anything in the city, or wishes to go out for training, she can seek help from Brother Tang and Brother Daoliu."

Bo Saixi rose and returned the greeting gracefully. "Thank you for your concern, Bo Saixi Young Sect Master. I understand."

With everything arranged, Yu Yuanchen didn't delay any longer. He rose, cupped his hands in a respectful bow to everyone, and said, "In that case, I will take my leave first. Take care, everyone!"

"Respectfully seeing off the Young Sect Master (Brother Yuanchen)!" the crowd said in unison.

Yu Yuanchen's figure flashed, transforming into a faint Purple-Gold stream of light. In an instant, he swept across the city and arrived at the entrance of the Planar Passage protected by layers of arrays. With a slight thought, the Thunder Barrier at the entrance of the passage rippled, revealing a stable exit.

He glanced one last time at the magnificent human city that rose from the desolate land of another world, a hint of emotion and determination flashing in his eyes. Then, he took a step forward, his figure disappearing into the portal of light.

The journey home begins here. And Demon Quelling City, under the command of powerful figures like Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu, will continue to fulfill its mission as humanity's bridgehead in the Demon Plane, facing future storms and glories.