Qi Ling observed that Qian Jiyin's defensive artifact should be something with lightning attributes, capable of both defense and counterattack using the power of lightning! Moreover, the silver-white armor worn by Qian Jiyin is most likely the same thing.
It has to be said that Qian Jiyin was quite lucky, because this lightning attribute is one of the attributes that can counter Qi Ling's attacks. That's why Qi Ling's black tentacles couldn't harm Qian Jiyin, and instead disappeared without a trace after making contact.
"Lightning, huh? That's really troublesome," Qi Ling muttered to herself helplessly. "And the level of his lightning seems to be quite high; ordinary methods won't work to break through it."
"Even if I were to force my way through his lightning barrier, the price I would pay wouldn't be worth it at all. This guy is waiting in ambush and will have the upper hand. He might even be able to escape."
"Since that's the case, let him experience this fear a little longer. It'll also be a good opportunity for me to test out this new power I've acquired."
Under everyone's watchful eyes, the black shadow on the ground seemed to transform into a raging Blood Sea, churning up turbulent waves that instantly enveloped Qian Jiyin completely, leaving no gaps or light.
At this moment, Qi Ling had become one with the Blood Sea. He himself was the Blood Sea, so he could control it as if it were his own arm, launching fierce attacks continuously. Although he couldn't harm Qian Jiyin, in this environment, Qian Jiyin couldn't help but begin to doubt whether his defense could hold out.
The spectators in the stands were also surprised. Qi Ling's attack method was something they had never seen before, and it was completely different from his previous attack patterns!
More importantly, Qi Ling's attacks at this moment looked remarkably similar to the Blood Devil's previous attack methods, possessing the same astonishing power and instilling endless fear in those in battle.
The fat man glanced at the others and said, "Gentlemen, what do you think of this kid? Before, they said he was that person's successor, but now it seems he's clearly that person's reincarnation! Otherwise, how could he look so much like him?"
You Xian laughed and said, "That's right, I think so too. If you all don't want a repeat of what happened before, then you must eliminate him before he becomes too powerful."
The other two nodded in agreement after You Xian finished speaking. Just thinking about that kind of absolute power and authority that made people unable to resist made them feel a great sense of pressure.
But at this moment, Bai Qian laughed and said, "How ridiculous! You are all renowned Devil King of the Demon Devil Realm, yet you are worried about a mere boy who hasn't even entered the Devil Realm yet? If I hadn't actually heard you say it, I would have thought it was some kind of joke."
"I think you've all been terrified by that person. It's unbelievable. How long has that person been gone? Yet they still have such a powerful presence. Just one name is enough to frighten you all like this."
Bai Qian's words immediately caused the other four to look embarrassed. Indeed, they were all famous figures in their time, but whenever the Blood Devil was mentioned, they all seemed to have returned to the time when they were ruled by absolute power.
Having reigned supreme for so many years, they were unwilling to admit their feelings. So the fat man snorted and said, "Hmph! Bai Qian, don't talk nonsense! That guy is indeed powerful, but we're not afraid of him! So much time has passed; the Devil Realm today is no longer Devil Realm it used to be."
"Oh? Is that so?" Bai Qian smiled. "But why do I feel that the Devil Realm is still no different from before? Otherwise, why are you all so afraid whenever that person is mentioned?"
"In my opinion, the Devil Realm is indeed different from what it used to be; it's practically going backwards! You people dare to call yourselves Devil King? It's laughable!"
The group was about to get angry, but facing Bai Qian and the Demon Alliance behind her, no one dared to speak out first; they could only sullenly be angry but dare not utter a word.
You Xian then laughed and said, "Hehe, Bai Qian, you don't need to say that. The reason you're reacting this way is because you've placed your bets on him, haven't you? Now that the Demon Alliance's Holy Maiden has been eliminated, your only hope is naturally him."
"But aren't you afraid of raising a tiger that will turn on you? Once he grows up, are you really confident that your Demon Alliance will be able to control him?"
Bai Qian laughed and said, " You Xian, I think it's not me who's anxious, but you who are! You went to so much trouble to select people, and they can't even make it into the top 4. It seems that the Devil Alliance has been going backwards these past few years. Besides having a lot of people, do you have any other strengths?"
"You!" You Xian was so angry that he was about to retort, but he couldn't think of anything to say in response. It seemed that what Bai Qian said was indeed the truth.
"Hmph! Don't be too quick to judge. Qi Ling might not be able to defeat Qian Jiyin so easily!" You Xian said calmly. " Qian Jiyin's Heavenly Dipper Five Thunder Shield is not a divine artifact that can be easily broken through. It was specially bestowed upon him by us. With this divine artifact, Qi Ling won't have any advantage."
"Your Devil Alliance, without these magical treasures and without resorting to bullying, you really can't do anything," Bai Qian said disdainfully. "Do people like you even deserve to be called men?"
"I!" You Xian was so angry that he didn't know what to say. Bai Qian was as sharp-tongued as ever, and he couldn't refute what she said.
But just then, another man among the five said, "We don't need to concern ourselves with this matter. We don't want to get involved in any of your disputes."
"However, my elder brother will eventually reach the Devil Emperor Realm. At that time, even if this kid really grows up, he won't pose any threat to my elder brother. Rather, having someone like this to amuse my elder brother is actually a good thing."
Although this was the first time this person had spoken, no one dared to ignore his words, because he was none other than the Devil Venerable's subordinate and one of the strongest seven.
However, what he said was good news for Bai Qian, because he had essentially spoken on behalf of the Devil Venerable. Their point was that Qi Ling was not a threat to them, and they would not take any action against Qi Ling.
That's enough. Although the Devil Alliance and others pose a considerable threat, they can't do anything to the Demon Alliance unless the Devil Venerable joins them.
The current situation in the Devil Realm is basically three superpowers and many strong ones. The Devil Alliance, the Demon Alliance, and the Devil Venerable are naturally the strongest forces. Even if the other forces have the Seven Great Devil Kings in charge, they will still seem slightly weaker.
Moreover, among these forces, some are on good terms with the Devil Alliance, and some are on good terms with the Demon Alliance, so it is wishful thinking for the Devil Alliance to use this as a pretext to attack the Demon Alliance.
"Moreover, once Qi Ling truly obtains the Demon God's Godhood, that person probably won't stand idly by anymore, right?" Bai Qian thought to herself. "Heh, by then, it will be even more difficult for the Devil Alliance to take any further action."
However, Bai Qian then focused her attention on the competition, since all of this depended on Qi Ling's final victory; otherwise, it would all be a waste of effort.