After that, Zhen Hong left without any hesitation, seemingly having become more carefree after figuring things out.
Qi Ling had no idea that Zhen Hong's past life was so closely related to the Blood Devil. However, if she wanted to know more, she would probably have to ask others.
So Qi Ling returned to her residence, which could be considered a property under the Demon Alliance. Living here, at least she didn't have to worry about the assassination attempt that happened that day.
After all, Qi Ling, who won the final reward, can now be considered the most watched newcomer in the Devil Realm. However, this level of attention is by no means a good thing. It is likely that everyone except the members of the Demon Alliance wants to get rid of him.
And here, Qi Ling has found the most suitable person to know about Zhen Hong.
"Have you finished talking? Have you cleared up any misunderstandings between you?" Bai Qian seemed to have been waiting for Qi Ling, and when she saw Qi Ling return, she couldn't help but smile and ask.
"It's mostly resolved, but these kinds of things depend on yourself the most," Qi Ling said. "If you can't figure it out yourself, no amount of advice from others will help."
" Bai Qian, do you know anything about Zhen Hong's past life? I'm quite curious."
"Yes, I do know that," Bai Qian said with a smile. "You probably already know, just as you are the reincarnation of the Blood Devil Lord, Zhen Hong was also a great figure in the Devil Realm in her previous life."
"Huh? How big is it? Is it very powerful?" Qi Ling asked with a smile.
"Yes, very powerful," Bai Qian said. "Back then, besides the Blood Devil, she was probably the most powerful. And after the Blood Devil died, everyone believed that she was the most likely to become the next Devil Emperor."
"But to everyone's surprise, not long after, news of her death arrived!"
"Oh? How did she die?" Qi Ling asked in surprise.
"No one knows for sure, but one thing is certain: back then, no one was her match," Bai Qian said. "You've probably already witnessed Zhen Hong's amazing fighting style; compared to her previous life, it's all far inferior."
"So at that time, it's impossible for her to have died because of someone else; it could only have been her own choice! As for the reason, it's probably because of the Blood Devil."
"Then what is her relationship with the Blood Devil? She is so deeply in love with him, she must be deeply in love with Blood Devil, right?" Qi Ling asked.
"As for that, no one knows. Perhaps only they themselves know the true nature of their relationship," Bai Qian said. "But now it seems that's most likely the case."
"After all, I really can't think of any other reason that could make a woman follow a man."
What Bai Qian said and what Zhen Hong said could be considered to be consistent with each other. Regardless of what kind of relationship they had in their past lives, Zhen Hong is now an independent person and no longer needs to be bound by her past.
"Alright, you probably already have your own opinion on this matter, so I won't pry any further," Bai Qian said. "However, I still want to remind you, Qi Ling, your most important thing right now is to take good care of your health and prepare to receive the inheritance of the Demon God's Godhood."
"After all, you've only obtained the qualification to inherit the Demon God's Godhood. But you don't think that accepting the Demon God's power will be an easy thing, do you?"
"Uh... of course I didn't think that way. Don't worry, I'll be prepared," Qi Ling said.
And so, after Qi Ling recovered from his injuries, he prepared to set off to receive the Demon God's inheritance. Alice, whom he hadn't seen for many days, reappeared and said to Qi Ling with great excitement, "Let's go, Qi Ling, I'll take you to the place where the Demon God inherits his legacy."
"Hey? Sister Alice, can't we come along?" Luna asked. They had originally planned to go with Qi Ling, but judging from Alice's reaction, it seemed she didn't intend to take them with her.
"Of course not. Aside from the successor of the Demon God, your strength is insufficient to approach that place," Alice said. "You should just stay here and wait patiently. By the time Qi Ling returns, he will have already completed his Godhood succession."
According to Alice, the Demon God Godhood is located on a deserted island in the sea! On that island is a mountain, and in a cave at the foot of the mountain is the place where the Demon God's legacy is passed down.
This place is usually shrouded in thick thunderclouds, and Devil Lightning constantly descends, annihilating anyone who tries to approach the island.
Anyone without the strength of Devil King or higher would absolutely be unable to withstand such Devil Lightning. Even those who have reached the level of Devil King cannot stay in it for long and will be constantly harmed by the Devil Lightning.
"This island was originally one of the ten forbidden places in the Devil Realm. Perhaps only someone like the Blood Devil could have made it the place where he would pass on his Godhood Inheritance," Alice said with emotion.
Qi Ling, however, said with some worry, "So powerful? If I go now, how can I protect myself? I can't possibly turn to ashes before I even get close to this island, can I?"
"No problem, the key you're carrying is the Blood Devil's token," Alice said. "As long as you keep it, you won't be harmed by the Devil Lightning."
"However, this thing can only protect you alone, so you can't bring anyone with you, as they themselves cannot withstand such damage."
Led by Alice, the two set out to sea and sped across the water. After an unknown amount of time, a rumbling thunderclap came from afar, and the sky in the distance darkened.
As Qi Ling got closer, she saw the purple lightning, which looked like giant snakes shooting from the thunderclouds in the sky to the surface of the sea, unleashing astonishing power. Just looking at it from a distance was enough to make one's heart tremble with fear.
"... Alice, are you sure these lightning bolts won't hurt me if I hold this key?" Qi Ling couldn't help but ask again to confirm. The power of these Devil Lightning was too terrifying. She was afraid that just one bolt would instantly reduce her to ashes and cease to exist.
"Don't worry, don't worry, these words weren't mine, but those of the former Demon God, Lord Blood Devil Demon!" Alice laughed. "Since you are the reincarnation of Lord Blood Devil, you wouldn't betray yourself, would you?"
"..." Qi Ling couldn't help but feel very suspicious after hearing Alice's words, after all, she seemed to have been tricked by the Blood Devil quite a few times.
But now that things have come to this, I have no better options. I can only pray that the Blood Devil will be more reliable this time.