Joining the Demon Sky Palace?

The Demon Soul’s eyes slightly narrowed, quite unexpected that Ji Changye would propose this.

Su Yuan in the Qingming Realm was also greatly surprised, not knowing what Ji Changye was planning.

“Brother Qin, your strength is formidable. You first killed the traitor Fang Yang for our sect, and then you killed Feng Xuanqing…

These two tasks, in our sect, would absolutely require a core disciple or even a Radiant Moon Elder to possibly complete.

Killing Fang Yang is one thing, but Feng Xuanqing was known as the most talented, most promising disciple of the Taishang Sect, with unfathomable strength.

Not only did Bian Xinghe die at his hands, but even I would have little confidence in facing Feng Xuanqing.

I came this time just to catch up and see clearly who killed Bian Xinghe, then act accordingly.

Never expected Brother Qin to simply kill him outright. Such strength indeed leaves me in awe…”

“Brother Ji, you are being too modest.” The Demon Soul’s eyes swept over the soul bodies behind Ji Changye. “Being able to kill two core experts in such a short time is no simple matter.”

Ji Changye chuckled. “The Yixian Dao Formation Sect is not proficient in combat, and those three from the True Yang Sect seemed to be injured by the array, which allowed me to proceed smoothly.”

“Is that so~”

The Demon Soul chuckled lightly. Aside from other matters, those who came to hunt down Fang Yang and Feng Xuanqing could hardly be simple.

Of course, this was not too important. Even if they were strong, they wouldn’t be stronger than him and his true body!

However, regarding Ji Changye’s invitation to join the Demon Sky Palace, it was indeed a good choice.

First, even if killing Feng Xuanqing was eventually discovered by the Taishang Sect, as long as he was a disciple of the Demon Sky Palace, the other party wouldn’t overtly send Radiant Moon Elders to hunt him down.

This was a rule in the cultivation world of the Southern Continent, where normal competition between disciples of the same level was intended to promote continuous improvement among the younger generation.

If Radiant Moon, Burning Sun, or even King Level experts intervened arbitrarily, not only would it disrupt the rules, but also escalate conflicts, leading to chaos and clashes among high-level experts.

Second, now that he had acquired the Divine Wind, the next step was to find a way to leave the Southern Continent.

He had come through an array in the Sky Patrol Department, but returning would be quite difficult for a Shining Star Level loose cultivator.

And if he joined the Demon Sky Palace, being one of the three great super sects, there might be a way to traverse continents…

However, one crucial thing was the identity issue…

Fang Yang was hunted because of his contact with the Bodhi Sect in the Western Continent. He himself came from the East Continent and must not let the Demon Sky Palace discover this…

But he was only an avatar, after all. If discovered and killed, it wouldn’t matter too much, as long as the true body remained unharmed.

But… it would take much longer to be reborn.

Seeing that the Demon Soul seemed slightly swayed, Ji Changye’s eyes brightened, continuing, “As long as Brother Qin is willing to join, I guarantee you can obtain a core disciple position.”

“Joining and becoming a core disciple of the Demon Sky Palace. Is Brother Ji joking?” The Demon Soul’s eyes flickered, then he asked, “As far as I know, sheer strength alone wouldn’t be enough to directly become a core disciple?”

According to the information left by Fang Yang, core disciples needed not only strength beyond many Demon Sect disciples but also to complete designated high-risk tasks, accumulate vast contribution points, and gain approval from above… All these conditions made it comparable in difficulty to becoming a Sky Patrol Star Lord.

Ji Changye smiled. “Normally it’s impossible, but this time is an unprecedentedly good opportunity… because not long from now, the Ten Sects Swordfight will be held!”

The Ten Sects Swordfight?

The Demon Soul pondered.

During his stay in Nuo City, he had heard about the Ten Sects Swordfight.

And after killing Fang Yang, he learned even more about it from his relics.

Fang Yang himself was a candidate for the Ten Sects Swordfight.

On the Heavenly Mountain, “Heavenly Mountain Moon Milk” is born every five years, a treasure that gathers the essence of the sun and moon and the pureness of the Heavenly Mountain, which is incredibly beneficial for cultivation, especially for breaking through to the Radiant Moon level.

Known as “the greatest shortcut to Radiant Moon,” it was one of the most famous cultivation treasures in the Southern Continent.

With such effects, elites and geniuses from various sects naturally flocked to it.

Due to the limited amount of Heavenly Mountain Moon Milk, it has been distributed through the Ten Sects Swordfighting for many years.

The Demon Soul asked, “What’s special about this Swordfight this time? Although the Heavenly Mountain Moon Milk is greatly beneficial to disciples participating in the Swordfight, it shouldn’t cause the Demon Sky Palace to directly recruit experts as core disciples, right?”

“Brother Qin indeed has keen insight. This Swordfight does have some special circumstances.” Ji Changye smiled, then lowered his voice. “Brother Qin must know that the Earth Tribulation has begun, and several Tiger Veins have already appeared in the Southern Continent.

Although the Ten Sects have regulations against moving Star Veins, each sect can still dispatch experts to occupy and station.

After discussions among the Ten Sects, it was decided to allocate the Tiger Veins through this Swordfight.”

Ji Changye smiled. “Since Brother Qin killed Feng Xuanqing, the Taishang Sect suffered a major loss in this Swordfight!”

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The Demon Soul had a look of realization.

Su Yuan in the Qingming Realm also felt a sense of urgency.

The Earth Tribulation was a disaster spanning the entire Blue Sea Star, and since Tiger Veins had appeared in the Southern Continent, it wouldn’t be long before they appear in the East Continent.

In the Southern Continent, various sects held each other in check, making it possible to allocate Tiger Veins through the Ten Sects Swordfight.

In the East Continent, the conflict between Great Flame and Qiguang was more direct, likely without such procedures.

In straight confrontations, Shining Star Level cultivation might be of little use…

After a brief contemplation, Su Yuan made a decision. Communicating with the Demon Soul, he said,

“Alright, then as Brother Ji suggested.” The Demon Soul smiled. “I am willing to join the Demon Sky Palace.”

“Good!” Ji Changye’s eyes brightened. “Once we leave here, I will take Brother Qin back to the sect!”

The two left the black tower together, but didn’t rush to leave.

In this Fan Guang Sect ruins, aside from the Divine Wind, there were other treasures. Since they were here, a good search was necessary…

Two or three days later, before a certain palace.

Yan Qing, Wang Meifei, and Liu He, all in soul form, manipulated three True Yang Treasure Swords to form the Three Suns Sword Formation, slaughtering everything in front like a meat grinder!

Wherever they went, Fan Guang Sect disciples in different colored robes were slaughtered to light particles under the sword formation.

Only a red-robed disciple could barely withstand the assault.

Outside the formation, the Demon Soul and Ji Changye stood, quietly watching the massacre.

Suddenly, several ancient-robed cultivators rushed out of Yan Qing’s sword formation, attacking Ji Changye.

However, standing in front of Ji Changye was a tall youth with a body as solid as green stone.

The tall youth stepped forward, punching a green-robed cultivator, and with at most two punches, shattered a purple-robed cultivator!

Guarding the pass, within moments, he had crushed every ancient-robed cultivator charging forward!

The Demon Soul observed the tall youth’s blackened robe in soul form, faintly recognizing it as the Qiankun Sect attire…

Shortly after, dozens of ancient-robed disciples were massacred.

Ji Changye raised his hand, black ripples like ink appearing under the souls’ feet.

As the souls twisted, they sank into the black ripples, disappearing.

The Demon Soul remarked with interest, “Brother Ji, this Soul Manipulation Technique is truly impressive.”

Ji Changye smiled. “Although it’s somewhat inferior to my true body’s form, it’s quite effective against these small fries.”

The Demon Soul nodded slightly. “It’s apparent, indeed slightly inferior.”

Ji Changye’s face stiffened, not expecting the Demon Soul to be so direct.

If it were anyone else, Ji Changye would have scoffed.

Even if it was inferior to his true body, with the enhancement of his soul power, these souls still retained seven or eight parts of their original strength.

Whether it was Yan Zhen’s soul or Shi Kun’s, they could defeat over ninety percent of Shining Star Level cultivators.

And if multiple souls joined forces… it would be a slaughter under Radiant Moon!

Looking at the Demon Soul, Ji Changye knew that what he said wasn’t wrong either.

Over the days, Ji Changye learned more of the Demon Soul’s means.

Though he hadn’t yet used the Divine Wind he acquired, he had a powerful and sinister Divine Fire. Besides that, his physical strength and Star Power were immensely strong.

Throughout their journey, he hardly needed to use any skills, merely crushing everything in his path!

Even the red-robed disciple was violently killed within a few moves!

But, this meant Ji Changye hadn’t seen the Demon Soul’s true methods…

The Demon Soul said, “Although the strength is somewhat lacking, your souls likely serve more than just being summoned for battle?”

Ji Changye’s eyes moved, then he smiled, “Brother Qin has sharp eyes. Indeed, these souls provide me some benefits.”

The Demon Soul nodded, not pressing further.

Ji Changye stepped forward, extracting a purple Star Card from the hall.

“Not bad, there’s a Purple Card.” Ji Changye glanced at it briefly before pocketing it.

The Demon Soul scanned the surroundings. “Seems like there’s nothing valuable left inside.”

Ji Changye smiled. “Of course, the best item has already fallen into your hands, Brother Qin~”

The Demon Soul’s eyes narrowed slightly, smiling. “What, Brother Ji wants it?”

Ji Changye laughed heartily. “Who wouldn’t want a treasure like the Divine Wind? But it doesn’t suit me enough to fight for it… However, Brother Qin, what kind of Divine Wind did you obtain?”

The Demon Soul casually replied, “You’ll naturally find out if there’s a chance.”

“Brother Qin is really secretive, which makes me even more curious~”

The Demon Soul said no more. If it had been an ordinary Divine Wind, it wouldn’t matter.

But if Ji Changye knew it was the Returning Ruins Divine Wind, he might get envious.

They needed Ji Changye’s help to enter the Demon Sky Palace, so avoiding conflict was essential.

The Demon Soul changed the topic, “Since there’s nothing valuable, let’s leave.”

Ji Changye retrieved his souls, smiling. “At your command, Brother Qin.”

They then retreated from the Secret Realm…