Or who could have imagined that the falling-out between Ji Hong and Old White Ape had been a sham from the very beginning?
Of course, it could not be called entirely false.
From this point onward, they would never be able to associate again. Even if they met, they could not exchange an extra word and would even have to display intense hostility.
This was also what Old White Ape had given Ji Hong...
A reason not to kill him.
A parting gift from a Demon God.
"Mm."
Another flat acknowledgment came from the void. "From today onward, you are the Demon Domain Lord."
As the voice faded, everything returned to stillness. Not another sound came.
Old White Ape chuckled, gazing at the world around him with calm eyes.
The next moment, his surroundings shifted. He returned from the void to outside Barbarian City's gates. Looking at Fat Old Man, who stood far away in uncertainty and suspicion, he nodded slightly. "Senior, I've come to keep our appointment."
"Barbarian City can be renamed the Black Market."
"It hasn't been a month yet. Fortunately, I fulfilled my task."
"I hope you will always uphold the Black Market's principles, rather than the greater cause of the Human Race."
"That way, the Black Market will endure forever."
"Being able to drive in the Demon Domain is quite convenient."
As he spoke, Old White Ape glanced at the car nearby, looking quite satisfied.
"So, from now on, when I address you, I should call you... Lord Demon Lord?"
Fat Old Man released Sun Wen, straightened his clothes, and spoke with a chuckle, his tone teasing.
Old White Ape shook his head earnestly. "If you wish, Senior, I am still the same Old White Ape."
"I might wish it, but you certainly don't."
"From now