196: The Demon Rakshasa of the Demon Kingdom, the Strongest Beneath the Golden Core

The new orders for the Beheading Mission were issued faster than expected.

In the latter half of the night, while everyone was resting, the specially made wartime Sound Transmission Jade Talisman all lit up slightly, sending out notifications.

Chen Dengming immediately ended his meditation and stood up from the futon.

"Dao, fellow Daoist, shall we still jump?"

Opposite, on Second-Order Spirit Seizing Array Disk the size of a washbasin, the Little Array Spirit seemed unsatisfied. After changing the array plate, she appeared very excited, jumping around for most of the night without stopping.

"No need, the Spirit Vein here are too poor, the efficiency won't be very good, you should rest too."

Chen Dengming shook his head to stop him, and seeing the Little Array Spirit let out a disappointed "Oh," he couldn't help but find it amusing.

It's hard to imagine what this former Nascent Soul Ancestor of the Yin Ghost Sect went through to become like this.

However, he liked it.

"Junior Brother, get ready to depart quickly, don't keep Uncle Zhu waiting."

Behind her, He Yingyu, who was cultivating back to back, had also woken up. She got up and immediately changed out of her silk pajamas and put on an ice-blue second-tier top-level magic robe.

Chen Dengming rested directly in his Mysterious Gold Robe, so there was no need for any trouble. He simply used a Cleansing Technique to clean himself up.

Xu Wei had already helped put away the Spirit Seizing Array Disk and Formation Flag.

This Second-Order Spirit Seizing Array Disk has a spirit-stealing range that is more than ten times that of the first-tier array plate, making it much more effective.

With this array plate, Chen Dengming estimated that his cultivation efficiency could be increased by about 30%. That is to say, what originally took ten years to cultivate to the Golden Core stage could be reduced to seven years with the help of this new Second-Order Spirit Seizing Array Disk.

However, in this mountainous area with only First-Rank Spirit Vein, even the best second-tier Spirit Seizing Formation is like a skilled cook trying to make a meal without ingredients.

After half a cup of tea.

Chen Dengming arrived at the designated location given by Yu Fu.

This is a temporary meeting hall outside the gathering area of the Tiandao Sect.

Five small, speed-type Tier Third-tier Spirit Boat were lined up outside the council hall.

Two of the spirit boats were clearly equipped with powerful magical Law Artifact, and their construction costs were considerable.

Even for ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators, or even those at the False Core Great Cultivator, purchasing a Third-tier Spirit Boat would be extremely difficult.

However, for major sects, such spirit boats can obviously be easily equipped with a lot of equipment.

"Junior Brother Chen, Junior Sister He, you arrived quite quickly."

At the entrance of the council hall, Chi Yu was pacing back and forth. When he saw Chen Dengming and his companion flying over from afar, he immediately smiled and went to greet them.

Chen Dengming approached, "Senior Brother Chi, why aren't you going in?"

"I'm the only one here who arrived first." Chi Yu smiled, gestured to the back of the group, and whispered, "There are three people from the Tiandao Sect inside, including that arrogant Shangguan. I don't want to go in and make things awkward so early."

Chen Dengming nodded. "Shall we go in now? Who else is inside?"

Chi Yu said, "Let's go. I feel much more relaxed now that you're here. I heard that the top fake core cultivator from the Tiandao Sect will also be here this time."

"The first person?" Chen Dengming was taken aback.

Chi Yu said solemnly, "It's Qiao Zhaoxian. He once escaped from the hands of the Soul Devouring Old Devil and also encountered the Blood Fiend Old Ghost of the Blood Fiend Sect alone, and escaped successfully as well, which made him famous."

This decapitation operation, ostensibly a collaboration between us and the Tiandao Sect, was in reality a full-scale collaboration with them."

Chen Dengming and He Yingyu exchanged a glance, both of them wondering about something, but they didn't say anything.

What do you mean by "fully cooperating with one person"? This is a collective action, not individual heroism. Even if it were individual heroism, having so many fake core cultivators cooperate with one golden core cultivator would be more appropriate. What kind of nonsense is this, cooperating with just one fake core cultivator?

However, it's possible that Chi Yu's understanding was also flawed.

The two said nothing more and followed Chi Yu into the council hall.

Before long, Yang Zidao and the others also arrived.

The atmosphere in the council hall was somber. The cultivators of the Tiandao Sect and the Longevity Sect were clearly separated. Even when they chatted with each other, they were in a state of superficial harmony, unlike the harmonious relationship Senior Brother from their own sects.

This is normal; even Senior Brother within one's own sect may not be completely of one mind, let alone those from two sects.

Chen Dengming doesn't particularly like these kinds of occasions.

Foundation Establishment cultivators, especially disciples of major sects, tend to be more reserved and arrogant than Rogue Cultivator- to-earth and relaxed. Their speech may seem polite, but it can also be sarcastic and pointed, making people feel uncomfortable.

Soon, all six members of the Longevity Sect and five members of the Tiandao Sect had arrived, but the renowned Qiao Zhaoxian was still missing.

After waiting a short while, two whooshing sounds came from outside the door, and two figures entered the hall one after the other.

Upon seeing the middle-aged man at the head of the group, with his vigorous appearance, bronze skin, and prominent veins on his arms, everyone felt a deep sense of respect.

"Uncle-Master Zhu!"

"Senior Zhu!"

When the cultivators of the Tiandao Sect discovered a handsome and tall young cultivator behind the middle-aged figure, they were all invigorated and bowed in admiration.

"Senior Brother Qiao."

Yang Zidao glanced at Chen Dengming and transmitted his voice, "That's Qiao Zhaoxian. Don't let his pretty-boy appearance fool you; his strength is terrifying. I suspect the Tiandao Sect is grooming him Dao Child, and this Beheading Mission might be their test."

"What do you mean 'looks like me'? I'm a 93-year-old guy, I just look young." Chen Dengming muttered to himself as he sized up Qiao Zhaoxian.

The man's muscles bulged beneath his robes, giving him an imposing presence. His hair was as black as ink, his eyes as bright as morning stars, and his nose was high and straight. His dignified bearing and the way his eyes and brows seemed to contain the spirit of mountains and rivers made him truly exceptional in appearance. Although his gaze was gentle, it exerted immense pressure on others.

The fact that Zhu Guangbiao specifically brought this person along shows how important he is; he might be close to breaking through to the Golden Core stage.

After introducing himself, Qiao Zhaoxian got to know everyone.

When Chen Dengming was introduced, he suddenly smiled and said, "I've heard of Junior Brother Chen's reputation before. With you joining Junior Brother this time, it's like adding wings to a tiger."

Chen Dengming quickly offered a polite remark, not taking the flattery too seriously.

Zhu Guangbiao quickly gave the order, his eyes shining brightly, "Alright, it's almost time. I'll now send you the specific targets and division of labor for the Beheading Mission. You can set off now. Fellow Daoist Duan from the Tiandao Sect and I will provide cover for you in public."

After he finished speaking, he patted his Storage Bag, and immediately twelve streams of light shot out and flew into the hands of the crowd.

Chen Dengming took the Jade Slip and sent a wisp of his Divine Sense into it to examine it.

"Target: Demon Molochara Mochao Kingdom. Coordinate with the Tiandao Sect cultivators to kill the Molochara. The battle situation is constantly changing; adapt to the circumstances. Your own safety is paramount."

On the other side, the members of the Tiandao Sect also saw the mission information, but it differed slightly from that of the members of the Longevity Sect.

"Target: Demon Molochara Mochao Kingdom. With the cooperation of all cultivators from the Longevity Sect, kill the Molochara and complete the mission."

After reviewing the detailed mission specifications, including the location of the objective and the evacuation route, everyone left the council hall and boarded a Third-tier Spirit Boat equipped with offensive Law Artifact.

Chen Dengming took out a map of the War Zone and searched for the location of the Beheading Mission, which was almost deep in the western part of the War Zone.

At such a depth, the risk level is extremely high.

Although Zhu Guangbiao and other Golden Core cultivators would openly attract attention for them, there would still be significant risks, as they might encounter Golden Core Cultivator from the Devil Cultivator camp.

No wonder the Tiandao Sect sent Qiao Zhaoxian this time. With his strength, he is likely to play a role in restraining and controlling the Golden Core Cultivator among the Devil Cultivator, creating some survival space for the others to escape safely. Afterwards, with his abilities, he can also escape.

It can be said that Qiao Zhaoxian was highly regarded and was considered the strongest fighter below the Golden Core stage.

After all, once Golden Core Great Cultivator makes a move, it's like a blazing sun in the sky, creating too much noise and making it difficult to carry out Beheading Mission. This is where the personal value of a Pseudo-Core cultivator like Qiao Zhaoxian, whose combat power is infinitely close to that of a Golden False Core Great Cultivator, comes into play.

At this moment, Qiao Zhaoxian, in his capacity as team leader, also began to inquire about the situation.

"What follows will be a fierce battle. Since we are to cooperate sincerely, we must first get to know each other. If any of you have any Law Treasure or powerful Technique Method, please tell us now so that we can all be aware of them."

Upon hearing this, everyone exchanged bewildered glances, especially the six pseudo-core cultivators from the Longevity Sect, who were somewhat stunned and even embarrassed.

Revealing one's magical Law Treasure and Technique Method is usually a taboo subject, and while there's nothing inherently wrong with mentioning them now, the key point is that not everyone possesses Law Treasure.

Qiao Zhaoxian laughed and said, "I'll start by showing off. I have two Law Treasure. One is the Primordial Qi Bracelet, which is indestructible and has both offensive and defensive capabilities. The other is the Tiandao Square Halberd, which is a standard magic Law Treasure of our sect, and you should all be familiar with it. With these two Law Treasure, plus the <Heavenly Dao Ruyi Technique> that I cultivate, I can fight against Golden Core Early Stage for the duration of an incense stick burning."

Upon hearing this, the five members of the Tiandao Sect immediately flattered Senior Brother Qiao, saying, "You are incredibly brave."

"I wonder what kind of Golden Core Great Cultivator this is? If he's from the Tiandao Sect or the Shu Sword Pavilion, then he's indeed powerful, possibly even stronger than me."

Chen Dengming pondered to himself.

The Golden Core Great Cultivator is also divided into different 'types'. Generally speaking, the Golden Core cultivators of small sects are not as powerful as those of large sects. In particular, the top sects among the large sects have completely different cultivation methods and magical Law Treasure.

He was very curious and wanted to find out if the Golden Core the other party described belonged to the Tiandao Sect, so as to determine the other party's true combat strength.

But asking such a question might be too offensive, like a provocation, which wasn't in his character, so he held back.

At this moment, the other members of the Tiandao Sect also immediately revealed their own Law Technique and Law Treasure.

Except for one person who did not possess Law Treasure, the other four all possessed Law Treasure.

Of the six members of the Longevity Sect, Chi Yu, Miao Fei, and Ke Yun looked embarrassed and somewhat uncomfortable upon seeing this.

None of them could obtain the Law Treasure.

This Law Treasure is not Law Artifact. Even the lowest quality Law Treasure costs more than two thousand High-grade Spirit Crystal to make, which is not something that ordinary fake pills can afford.

Ultimately, those like Chen Dengming, who kill Golden Core cultivators to obtain Law Treasure and then refine those Law Treasure into their own Law Treasure, are few and far between.

Five out of the six members of the Tiandao Sect possess Law Treasure. These are likely carefully selected disciples. Furthermore, the disciples of the Tiandao Sect are inherently warlike and bloodthirsty, and killing and arson bring them Law Treasure.

Chen Dengming finally realized that Qiao Zhaoxian's seemingly enthusiastic and reasonable request was actually just a way to intimidate the people of the Longevity Sect. He clearly wanted them to cooperate and not to be Qi Ingestion or overthink things.

At this moment, Yang Zidao revealed his Law Treasure. He was a senior member of the Longevity Sect, a pseudo-core cultivator, and his combat strength was also very strong, so it was normal for him to possess Law Treasure.

Chen Dengming and He Yingyu exchanged a glance and then both announced their Law Treasure.

Their Law Treasure were only recently crafted, yet they were now giving them face.

"This couple is truly extraordinary."

Qiao Zhaoxian smiled and praised him, then asked, "When Fellow Daoist Chen fought the Blazing Flame Blood Devil last time, did you also use Law Treasure?"

Chen Dengming was taken aback, then shook his head and told the truth, "No, I haven't finished refining my Law Treasure yet."

Qiao Zhaoxian surprised, "That's quite a coincidence. I heard from Senior Zhu and True Man Yu Ding Fellow Daoist Chen you, Fellow Daoist Chen, injured the Blazing Flame Blood Devil. Could it be that you have some powerful trump card? You might as well tell us so that we can be aware of it."

Chen Dengming frowned slightly, then smiled and said, "Brother Qiao, this trump card does involve personal secrets. I can only say that I do have a trump card that can threaten ordinary Golden Core Great Cultivator."

Last time, it was only because the Blazing Flame Blood Devil's attention was focused on Senior Jade Cauldron that I had the opportunity to take advantage of the situation; it's not worth mentioning."

"Oh~" Qiao Zhaoxian suddenly realized, still somewhat doubtful, and nodded with a smile, "Alright! Since it's Fellow Daoist Chen's privacy, I won't pry further. Fellow Daoist Chen having this trump card is fortunate for us teammates."

The five members of the Tiandao Sect all looked at Chen Dengming with suspicion, somewhat disapproving of his mysterious way of hiding his trump cards.

The Longevity Sect once boasted that no matter how powerful a fighter was, such as Qiu Feng, he still revealed his true colors when facing cultivators from the Tiandao Sect.

Chen Dengming may have had some luck, but he also had his Law Treasure. Having such teammates is quite good.

The group then studied the map, the routes of advance and retreat, and the final plan for covering the rear.

As expected, Qiao Zhaoxian said that if Golden Core Early Stage cultivator appeared, he would intervene for a moment to buy time for everyone to escape. However, if a stronger cultivator appeared, then everyone would have no choice but to scatter and flee, leaving their fate to chance.

After Qiao Zhaoxian the initiative to propose this arrangement, everyone immediately developed a lot of goodwill towards him, and even the cultivators of the Longevity Sect couldn't help but feel admiration and goodwill towards him.

Chen Dengming was initially displeased that his cards had been probed, but that displeasure has now vanished.

This Qiao Zhaoxian, when it comes to matters, is truly capable.

If it were him, he would have done the same if he had no other choice.

But that's when there's no other choice.

Given a choice, he was unwilling to take on too much responsibility and risk his life against cultivators stronger than himself.

The journey continued smoothly, and the third-order speed-type spirit boat traveled at an extremely fast speed, and could fly at a high altitude above the clouds, making it very stealthy.

Before long, based on the War Zone map and intelligence information, the group bypassed the area patrolled by the enemy's spirit boats and determined that they had arrived near their destination. They then quietly steered the spirit boats down.

Faced with such a high-end decapitation squad piloting Third-tier Spirit Boat, the enemy's rear patrols and blockades were rendered useless.

Similarly, the same applies to the Eastern Alliance.

The Zhudi Sect's construction of floating islands and patrolling ranks of cultivators can only prevent infiltration teams composed of ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators.

However, such actions of penetrating deep behind enemy lines are extremely dangerous.

If the intelligence is leaked, or if they happen to encounter enemy Golden Core Cultivator, they will face total annihilation.

This is why Zhu Guangbiao only sent out the mission message before everyone else set off.

As they descended rapidly, they could see abandoned cities and villages below, a scene of desolation and ruins, with even a faint Sha Qi of Demon Beast and the stench of blood permeating the air.

Before the war broke out, the Western Regions were never a paradise. Demon Beast roamed freely, and internal conflicts and battles frequently occurred, with each side plundering resources. Otherwise, given the powerful individual strength of the Western Regions' Devil Cultivator, if they had united, the various sects in the Eastern Regions would have been in real danger and might not have been able to resist.

But eight years ago, many sects in the Western Regions and the Demon Kingdom suddenly united and launched a siege attack on the Eastern Region from four areas, catching the sects in the Eastern Region off guard. Countless Cultivation Family and small sects were wiped out, and Spirit Vein and other resources were seized.

The sudden display of unity and solidarity in the Western Regions naturally puzzled and unsettled the various sects in the Eastern Regions.

This is also one of the main reasons why the Tiandao Sect took the initiative to launch another war and invade the Western Regions after the first war Eastern and Western Regions. The purpose was to nip the threat in the bud and prevent the various sects in the Western Regions from uniting again.

Unexpectedly, the counterattack from the Eastern Regions seemed to reunite the various sects of the Western Regions and the Demon Kingdom, who were on the verge of dispersing, and united them against a common enemy, causing the war to reach a stalemate.

At this moment, the place they arrived at seemed to have become a forbidden zone, devoid of any human habitation.

A flock of vulture-like monstrous birds gathered in the ruins, devouring the mangled and rotting corpses within, their scarlet eyes filled with icy coldness.

As the spirit boat approached and landed, a flock of demonic birds were startled and began to scatter, preparing to take to the air.

"Leave these demonic birds behind! Their sudden flocking into flight might alert the nearby Devil Cultivator."

As Qiao Zhaoxian exceptional experience, transmitted his Divine Sense, he simultaneously formed a hand seal and summoned a jar-shaped magical Law Artifact.

The Law Artifact flashed, instantly emitting a strong suction force that drew in the demonic birds.

Chen Dengming and others also took action.

Chen Dengming casually made a hand seal to cast Puppet Technique, enveloping more than a dozen demonic birds.

Instantly, the wings of the dozen or so demonic birds stiffened, and they fell headfirst to the ground.

However, in the next instant, he was blasted apart by a series of lightning-fast sword shadows, and feathers mixed with blood foam flew down in all directions.

Chen Dengming was taken aback and looked at Shangguan Congliang, who was manipulating his flying Shangguan Congliang.

The other party realized what was happening, looked at Chen Dengming, felt somewhat embarrassed, but still snorted and immediately mobilized their flying sword to hunt down other birds.

Chen Dengming frowned, too lazy to make another move, and sneered inwardly, "Idiot!"

Qiao Zhaoxian also sensed something was wrong and immediately stopped Shangguan Congliang.

Given his prestige within the Tiandao Sect, Shangguan Congliang naturally obeyed all orders.

"Brother Chen, I didn't expect you to have mastered Puppet Technique to such a high level. You should make the move, and it would be best to keep it quiet."

Qiao Zhaoxian looked at Chen Dengming politely.

Shangguan Congliang's expression immediately turned grim, but he quickly retrieved his flying sword.

He was so eager to make a move that he didn't notice Chen Dengming had already taken control of the situation. When he realized it, he was a little embarrassed, but of course he couldn't pretend to be stupid now.

Chen Dengming shook his head inwardly and instructed He Yingyu to use a special Law Artifact to deal with the bloody smell in the air. Then he quickly took action and used Puppet Technique to control the scene.

A dozen or so breaths later, the group set off again, all concealing their spiritual light and keeping a low profile.

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