The Depths of the Star Dou Great Forest, the Continent's Forbidden Land!

The Emperor of Heaven Dou's face was ashen.

Just moments ago, he had received news that his Crown Prince, Xue Qinghe, had, before the imperial physician and everyone else, transformed into a woman before their very eyes.

Hmph! Such audacity!

To use a spirit skill to impersonate the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou, he never imagined anyone would dare to do such a thing!

"Get out of the way!"

Xue Ye sharply berated the person blocking his path.

A group of people stood guard firmly before the room's door, showing no intention of moving.

"Very well, attack! Dead or alive, I don't care."

Xue Ye waved his hand, and his men instantly charged forward, spirit skills flying everywhere, dazzling the onlookers.

Although many had followed Qian Renxue to infiltrate the Heaven Dou Empire, they were far too weak compared to Emperor Xue Ye's forces, and soon they could not hold on.

"This is quite something. It seems you've emptied my Crown Prince's mansion. How many people in my imperial palace are still loyal to me!"

Xue Ye was furious, and his subordinates moved even faster, fearing the Emperor's suspicion.

Soon, all the people blocking the way were subdued, and Xue Ye stood before the room's door.

"Don't hurt her, or you'll regret it."

The man lying on the ground threatened, his eyes icy.

Xue Ye glanced at them calmly. "I'll ask you one more time, who are you?"

"Hmph, you're not worthy of knowing."

Xue Ye pushed the door open.

Entering the room, an old woman guarded the bedside. On the bed lay a stunningly beautiful blonde woman.

The woman was still wearing the Crown Prince's attire. The half-cup of medicinal soup by the bedside was what he had personally brought her that morning. Everything was the same, yet she was not him.

Xue Ye clenched his fists, veins bulging.

How dare someone dare to play him!

"Where is my Qinghe? Where did you take him?" He grabbed the old woman tightly, his eyes ferocious and chillingly cold.

The old woman's expression was calm. She remained silent, enduring his outburst and refusing to speak.

"Hmph! Don't you care about this woman?"

Xue Ye released the old woman and walked to the bedside, but she grabbed his ankle. "You can't touch her."

Xue Ye's veins bulged. Hearing her words, he burst into enraged laughter. "Hahaha, hahahaha. In the Heaven Dou Empire, there is nothing I cannot do."

His spirit rings rose, and he was about to strike Qian Renxue to death with a palm.

However, at that moment, a powerful pressure locked onto Xue Ye, causing his heart to skip a beat.

Boom—

A large hole appeared in the ceiling, and a man bathed in golden angelic light descended into the room, carrying Qian Renxue away.

Xue Ye was frozen in place the entire time, sweat beading on his face, unable to move. Only when the people outside the door rushed in to support him did he feel his body regain sensation.

"Your Majesty, are you alright, Your Majesty!" Everyone worriedly helped him to a bed to sit down.

Xue Ye took the water cup from a guard and gripped it tightly, his heart churning like a stormy sea.

I should have known. On this continent, only Spirit Hall would dare to be so reckless.

A fierce glint flashed in his eyes.

Well done, Spirit Hall, daring to attack my Heaven Dou imperial family, even killing my child and replacing him with one of your own. What a brilliant plan!

Spirit Hall's ambition was laid bare for all to see.

I will make your Spirit Hall infamous. I will avenge my Qinghe and make your Spirit Hall pay the price!

Bang—

The water cup shattered with a bang, blood staining his hands.

Screech—

The old woman beside him drew a knife and committed suicide. Xue Ye glanced at her coldly, showing no concern. "Wipe my hands."

"Yes, Your Majesty." A maid stepped forward, carefully clearing away the shards and drying the blood from his hands.

Spirit Hall.

After Qian Daoliu left, the room was temporarily empty.

"What are you waiting for, Hsi Wu?" Shendu urged him.

"I'm waiting for him to get further away." Hsi Wu flipped over and got up from the ground, his large eyes scanning the surroundings.

No one else was present.

"Heh heh heh, so even the free Sky Demon is afraid now?"

"Shut your stinking mouth, Shendu. I'm just being cautious," Hsi Wu said, spreading his wings and soaring into the sky. A figure shot out from a hole in the ceiling.

"Indeed, our strength hasn't recovered yet, and this world is still somewhat dangerous. Take the depths of the Star Dou Great Forest, for example. There are things there that are not simple, things that would catch our eye even in our prime."

"There are only two hundred-thousand-year soul beasts there. Do you think I haven't been there, Shendu!" Hsi Wu immediately retorted.

Below, the Golden Crocodile Douluo, who had discovered the demon's escape, was chasing anxiously. Unfortunately, his speed was far too inferior to Qian Daoliu's, and he couldn't catch up to Hsi Wu at all.

"Heh heh, an ant," Hsi Wu glanced back at the Golden Crocodile and sneered dismissively.

Bibi Dong watched the sky, her delicate brows furrowed.

"Jie jie jie, that monkey and that little snake? You're underestimating me, Hsi Wu! I'm talking about the true core depths of the Star Dou Great Forest. There's a dangerous aura in there. You absolutely must not go in," Shendu warned kindly.

"So much nonsense, goodbye Shendu!" Hsi Wu accelerated and dashed away. "But I still have to thank you for your help this time. As a reward, I won't let Zhong Su punish you."

As his voice faded, Hsi Wu had already disappeared into the horizon.

Shendu's perspective could still see Hsi Wu, but he didn't speak. He let out a cold laugh and stopped paying attention to this side.

Secret chamber.

Bibi Dong stood solemnly before a sculpture, her expression placid. "Hsi Wu flew away."

"Of course, I know. Let him go. You've already gotten what you wanted, so hurry up and collect the talismans for me. That's the real business," Shendu said hoarsely, his eyes glowing red.

Bibi Dong gave him a deep look, as if she had too many questions she wanted to ask, but she didn't say anything. Instead, she turned and left.

For some reason, even though everything Shendu did was logically sound, she always felt a sense of doubt towards him.

It was as if this guy was a complete fraud.

"As everyone knows, I am a noble dragon and a demon wizard, and I have always been the most trustworthy." These were words Shendu had said to his opponent before.

Bibi Dong hesitated. Perhaps she was overthinking things?

She wanted to find a talisman to give to Shendu, at least so he would give her something in return.

Besides the Sheep Talisman and the Tiger Talisman that Shendu had already obtained, there were ten other talismans.

Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Several people gathered around the Dragon Talisman, their eyes shining.

"Wow, this is the Dragon Talisman! It's so beautiful," Xiao Wu reached out to touch it, but the cold sensation made her pull her hand back.

Grandmaster walked over and said proudly, "Ning Rongrong, let me study this talisman. Perhaps I can find a way to replicate it."

His words immediately surprised everyone.

Ning Rongrong's expression was troubled. "But, this talisman..."

"Ning Rongrong, you need to think carefully. If the talisman stays with you, you'll only have one. If I succeed in replicating it, everyone can have a talisman. You figure out which is better, yourself!"

Grandmaster stroked his beard confidently, as if certain that Ning Rongrong would not dare to refuse him.