Since leaving Blood River Demon Valley, Chen Shichong had rarely used his Demon Body. In his heart, a decision and a plan had slowly taken shape.
"In the future, you'll be grateful for the choice you made today."
Mu Bai put aside his joking manner and responded earnestly to Chen Shichong's choice.
"You're right. By walking our own paths, we can still reach the pinnacle of strength. What I did before was wrong!"
Mu Bai nodded in agreement. Chen Shichong gritted his teeth and shouted, forcing the heavenly demon essence blood out of his body before Mu Bai's eyes. Blue blood streamed from all over him, and his face grew ever paler, yet his eyes shone with ever greater confidence.
"Be yourself. You can do it. No one can rival your talent."
At Mu Bai's words, the corners of Chen Shichong's mouth lifted. Enduring the agonizing pain of forcing the blood from his body, he wore a proud expression.
"When we meet again, you'll be proud of your brother."
"I already am. You're remarkable. I admire you."
Mu Bai's encouragement strengthened Chen Shichong's resolve. Ignoring the pain that threatened to drive him mad and make him faint, he pressed forward without hesitation and exerted himself fiercely. Blood spurted in steady bursts, and the azure liquid flowing out now shone even more brilliantly.
After an incense stick's worth of time, Chen Shichong finally forced every trace of heavenly demon essence blood from his body. Sweat covered his face, and he swayed on his feet, but he let out a long breath of relief.
"It feels good to be myself." Chen Shichong took out a jade bottle, collected the heavenly demon essence blood, and handed it to Mu Bai. "Help him reach perfection."
"I thank you on his behalf. I hope he