The Destruction Demon God Discusses Yang Mei

When he spoke the four words "Destruction Demon God," his gaze suddenly sharpened, recalling his peerless splendor in the chaos of old;

Yet after that flash of fierceness, a momentary helplessness flickered past.

The Destruction Demon God sighed inwardly:

In terms of combat strength, among the Three Thousand Chaos Gods and Demons, claiming a place in the top ten and contending for the top five was no empty boast.

Losing the Heaven-Opening Tribulation to Pangu was one thing—his skills had simply fallen short;

But after fleeing into the Primordial World, he had actually been trapped by a mere Innate Three Talents Formation;

Had these three fragments of chaos not firmly suppressed his True Spirit, he would have long since broken free and brought the Primordial World a shock belonging to destruction.

Bei Ming narrowed his eyes slightly, a trace of scrutiny deep within them.

"Senior, it seems you're trapped here, aren't you?"

As the Island Master of the Three Immortal Islands and the master of the Innate Three Talents Formation, he had already judged the situation of the being before him.

Unless an outside force completely destroyed the Three Islands, the Destruction Demon God's True Spirit would have no possibility of escaping;

With no one presiding over the Innate Three Talents Formation, it could only maintain its suppressive effect;

If someone were to control the formation, it could even exert greater power.

Hearing Bei Ming state it so decisively, the Destruction Demon God paused slightly before letting out a low laugh.

"It seems you've already refined all three immortal islands.

As expected of a native ant of the Primordial World. Back then, Yang Mei did not even dare touch them!"

Bei Ming's brow furrowed slightly as he asked with some confusion, "Since Senior Yang Mei discovered the Three Immortal Islands back then, why didn't he take any action?"

A cold smile curved across the Destruction Demon God's lips as he asked in return, "What action do you think he should have taken?"

Then he answered his own question, his tone carrying a faint, mocking edge:

"Do you think he should have erased me, or swept away every Spirit Treasure and Spirit Root on the Three Immortal Islands?"

Bei Ming remained silent, though a ripple stirred in his heart.

He knew that after Yang Mei broke through to the Primordial Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal realm, he had once fought the sainted Hongjun;

In that battle, Hongjun suffered a crushing defeat, even having his Spirit Treasures seized;

Yet Yang Mei had not kept them for himself, returning them all in full.

If it was because he considered them beneath his notice, then the Spirit Treasures on these Three Immortal Islands likewise would not have caught his eye.

Seeing that Bei Ming did not respond, the Destruction Demon God continued on his own:

"You Primordial World cultivators are born here, raised here, cultivate in This Realm, draw in the spiritual energy of Heaven and Earth, and seek the spiritual objects of Heaven and Earth;

Your cultivation cannot be separated from the Primordial World. Every step of your breakthroughs is intimately tied to it. In that case, how much karma is involved?

You have drawn so many benefits from the Primordial World, yet still dream of transcending it? How could it be so easy!"

As he spoke, the purple Qi Flames stirred faintly.

"According to Yang Mei, Hongjun and Luo Hou intend to remain in the Primordial World;

Yin Yang, Qian Kun, Five Elements, and those others remain undecided.

However, Yang Mei has no intention of lingering any longer;

After breaking through to the Primordial Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal realm, he plans to leave the Primordial World;

But after all, he underwent re-cultivation in the Primordial World. If he wished to truly transcend it, he would need to repay the karma;

Thus, he went to assist Hongjun and won the battle for the position of the Heavenly Dao's Spokesperson.

As for those Spirit Treasures and Spirit Roots branded with the 'Primordial World' mark, not only did he disdain them, he also dared not take them;

Once he took them, he would only add to his karma.

That old fellow's skills are towering, and his courage is immense. Without using Primordial World Spirit Treasures, he fears no opponent."

The purple figure of the Destruction Demon God's True Spirit swayed slightly, his low voice carrying an indescribable sense of reflection:

"Every sip and every peck carries karma.

Since This Seat survived the Heaven-Opening and entered the Primordial World, whether he killed me or released me would trigger consequences to follow;

Yang Mei would not do such superfluous things."

Bei Ming listened intently, a thoughtful glint passing through his eyes.

He somewhat agreed with the Destruction Demon God's arguments regarding transcendence;

But as for how much of it was true, only when his cultivation and realm reached a higher level could it be fully verified.

These remnants of the Chaos Gods and Demons within the Primordial World were far weaker than they had been in the past, yet they had once been the mightiest beings in chaos;

They had once experienced loftier realms and greater power;

That breadth of vision and understanding would not fade with the decline of his strength.

Bei Ming asked, "If one party falls and the karmic ties disperse, then if Yang Mei kills you, would there still be any repercussions?"

At that, the Destruction Demon God fell silent for a moment before throwing back his head in laughter, tinged with mockery and self-ridicule.

"Ha ha ha! Exactly. That is the crux of it!

"Whether I am killed is not important. After all, as a Chaos God, ending up in such a state is a consequence of my own actions.

"Though the Innate Three Talents Formation, together with the Three Immortal Islands, has temporarily suppressed This Seat, This Seat's Laws of Destruction have long since seeped into the Three Islands!

"Since you are the Island Master, you should have noticed long ago.

"The Three Islands' spiritual energy is indeed incomparably abundant, yet among the many Innate Spiritual Materials upon them, despite being Favored by Heaven, not a single one has developed spiritual intelligence."

Bei Ming nodded slightly. That was indeed the case.

The Destruction Demon God continued, "Once This Seat falls, the Three Immortal Islands will be destroyed along with me.

"If Yang Mei were willing to refine the Three Islands and become their Island Master, then the main body of this karma would lie between him and me.

"Unfortunately, the Three Immortal Islands can also be considered Subordinates of the Primordial Wilderness, and he is unwilling to become entangled in too many ties.

"Therefore, he will not refine the Three Islands.

"Under such circumstances, if I am erased, the responsibility for the destruction of the ownerless Three Islands will fall upon his head."

The Destruction Demon God gently shook his head, a cryptic smile curling across his lips.

"I heard that Hongjun and Luo Hou's final battle nearly ruined the entire West. Was that karma not also recorded upon Hongjun's head?

"The same logic applies here.

"Therefore, unless there is an absolute necessity to kill me, Yang Mei will never make a move."

"Oh." Bei Ming nodded and said, "In that case, how should I deal with you?

"Though your True Spirit is powerful, you have never undergone proper cultivation.

"As long as I preside over the Heaven and Earth Three Talents Formation and coordinate it with the Three Immortal Islands, I still have a chance of eliminating you."

The Destruction Demon God's gaze sharpened as he countered, "What benefit is there for you in eliminating me?"

Without changing expression, Bei Ming replied, "Killing a Chaos God Remnants might earn me some rewards from the Heavenly Dao."

"Young one..."

The Destruction Demon God's voice suddenly deepened.

"Since This Seat descended into the Primordial Wilderness, I have been trapped in this place and have never taken a single step beyond it.

"The Heavenly Dao is not as narrow-minded as you imagine. So long as I do not defy the greater trend, why would it reward you for killing me?

"Besides—"

The Purple Phantom leaned forward slightly, its gaze fixed directly on Bei Ming.

"When it comes to Karma, the Karma upon you is far heavier than mine.

"Here in the Primordial Wilderness, I have not caused even the slightest slaughter. I possess not a trace, not a shred, of Karma."

Bei Ming pondered for a moment, then let out a soft breath and said blandly, "Since you are so troublesome... then I will simply continue suppressing you."

With that, he turned to leave.

"Wait!"

The Destruction Demon God's voice abruptly rose, and purple Qi Flames trembled violently.

"Young one, do not be so hasty! This Seat has told you so much—was it all for nothing?"