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Chapter 393 The Demon Lord's Attention

The fifteen-day adjustment period passed quickly.

Having successfully increased the number of combat-ready members of the Killing Gods Clan from two hundred to three hundred through the initial adjustment period, Yu Zhun looked at the one hundred members in the camp who were still not yet integrated and spoke calmly.

"Although you are unable to fight for the time being, you are now also members of the God of Slaughter."

"You are also aware of the God of Slaughter's next strategy."

"We can allow some members to join the battle later after further integration, but we will absolutely not allow anyone to take advantage of the situation."

"Soon, it will be the third round of the war between gods and demons."

“At that time, we will recruit more members.” Yu Zhun paused slightly, “but you will have a higher priority and will join the team faster than them.”

Upon hearing this, the previously relaxed Bai Ren became serious.

Seeing that the God of Slaughter only selected one hundred people for training, they thought they had been abandoned and were just there to fill in the numbers.

Unexpectedly, they also had the opportunity to play.

“However!” Yu Zhun’s tone suddenly turned stern as he changed his words. “Your high priority does not mean that any of you can join.”

"The God of Slaughter doesn't accept trash. Tell me, are you willing to be overtaken by new members?"

"No!!!" The crowd shouted in unison, their fighting spirit, which had been extinguished, was instantly rekindled by Yu Zhun's words.

"Very good." Yu Zhun nodded slightly, then looked behind him.

Those were the 299 members of the Killing Gods who would soon fight alongside him and step onto the battlefield once again.

A pulling force appeared out of thin air, dragging the God of Slaughter and another group of demons thousands of miles away into an independent battlefield.

"Gentlemen, follow me into battle!"

In unison, the three hundred men transformed into a thousand-meter-tall true demon before entering the battlefield, and charged into the fray.

Once both sides felt each other's power on the battlefield, a strange look suddenly appeared on the other side's face. "We are the Xuanmo Clan of the Heavenly Destruction Demon City."

"Which demonic faction are you from? Why are there only three hundred of you?"

No wonder he had such doubts, since the number of demons on both sides matched in the Demon War was roughly the same.

Their Xuanmo Clan had four hundred members, and the demon troop they were matched with should also have four hundred members, but the true demon before them only had three hundred.

Could it be that there's an anomaly in the matching process?
Thinking of this, the Xuanmo True Demons looked at the Killing God True Demons with a strange pity in their eyes.

Isn't this too unlucky?

"Silent Void Demon City, Godslayer Clan," Yu Zhun said calmly, controlling the True Demon, "Three hundred men are enough to defeat you."

The Xuanmo True Demons were taken aback, and then anger visibly appeared in their eyes. "Very well, very well, how arrogant."

"Once you become members of my Xuanmo Clan, I will make you truly understand the immensity of heaven and earth."

As the two were talking, several illusory figures appeared at the edge of the battlefield; these were spectators who had come to watch after hearing the news.

Seeing the vast difference in numbers between the two sides, the spectators couldn't help but whisper among themselves, and many even called their friends to watch this rare and special situation in the battle of the demons.

As time went on, the number of spectators increased.

A detached voice echoed throughout the room.

"The Xuanmo Clan of the Heavenly Destroyer Demon City versus the Killing God Clan of the Silent Void Demon City."

The same voice spoke in the first two rounds of the demon war, but this time, after saying that, the other party said one more thing.

"The number of people on both sides is the same."

The number of people is the same?
The Xuanmo Clan and the onlookers were both taken aback.

Immediately afterwards, an incredible thought emerged.

Is it...

This demon horde called the Godslayers didn't even send out all their members in the Demon War?!
Realizing this possibility, the Xuanmo True Demons looked at the Killing God True Demons with barely concealed rage.

They, the Xuanmo Clan, were at least a powerful force among the hundred demons in the Heavenly Destruction Demon City, yet they were so utterly disrespected by the demons of the weakest demon city!

"Since that's the case, then I'll see what gives you the audacity!" With a snort, the Xuanmo True Demons vanished from their spot.

When it reappeared, it was already in front of the True Demons of the God of Slaughter, its raised hands tightly gripping a pitch-black halberd that seemed capable of splitting the heavens and earth, and it brought it down on the True Demons of the God of Slaughter.

The four-hundred-strong Demon Battle Formation erupted in full force, its demonic power earth-shattering. The moment it made its move, it caused the heavens and earth to tremble, and even the void itself rippled slightly.

No one doubts the destructive power this attack can cause.

Yu Zhun's eyes narrowed slightly, and in the next instant, he made his move without hesitation. The gray domain swept across the area, engulfing the Xuanmo True Demons and causing the opponent's attack to freeze involuntarily.

Even amidst this stagnant data, Yu Zhun had already controlled the True Demons of the God of Slaughter, drawing two daggers from the void and unleashing a devastating attack.

With a sharp whooshing sound, two daggers stabbed fiercely into the massive bodies of the Xuanmo True Demons.

The Xuanmo True Demons roared, their faces contorting and shifting as they instantly broke free from the [Shackles of Silence].

Immediately afterwards, the faces of the Xuanmo True Demons changed back to those of their leader, who was about to block them with the heavy halberd in his hand.

At that moment, the expressions of the True Demons of the God of Slaughter suddenly changed.

In an instant, Yu Zhun's face switched to Yu Zhu's, and a sharp shout echoed throughout the venue, "Fake death!"

The Xuanmo True Demons froze again, and before they could figure out how to break free from their pseudo-death state, they were pierced by the dagger.

The moment he was pierced by the dagger, Yu Zhu had already handed over control of the True Demon to Yu Zhun.

One-hit kill, effective!
The Xuanmo True Demons collapsed instantly, and figures flew out of them one after another. The leader of the Xuanmo who had been confident of victory just a moment ago now had an expression of disbelief on his face.

We lost…

Four hundred men were defeated by three hundred men…

Moreover, they were instantly defeated.

The independent battlefield vanished instantly, and the Xuanmo Clan had already arrived in the territory of the Killing God Clan.

Looking at the four hundred extra people in front of him, Yu Zhun smiled slightly.

"Welcome to the God of Slaughter."
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The Hun Tian Demon City is the largest demon city in the ninth level of the Netherworld, and it is located in the center of the ninth level of the Netherworld.

Unlike other demon cities, this demon city does not have demons of all sizes fighting each other. Even the demon war that all demons are paying attention to seems to have nothing to do with this place.

Because those who are stationed here are the six great demon lords of the ninth level and their six great demon followers.

Only those demons who emerge victorious from the war against the demons are qualified to enter this place after the final battle.

At this moment, a burst of laughter suddenly rang out from a magnificent palace in the northwest corner of the Hun Tian Demon City.

"interesting."

As the laughter subsided, a playful glint flashed in the eyes of a figure seated on the only throne in the palace.

Before him was a screen of light, and what was displayed on the screen was the moment when the God of Slaughter killed the Demon Clan.

The being on the throne dispersed the light barrier and spoke softly, "Three hundred men defeated four hundred men, and in an instant."

"This war against the demons is finally not so boring."

Beside the throne stood a male demon clad in armor. Upon hearing the words of the person on the throne, a flicker of emotion crossed his eyes.

The man on the throne is one of the six demon lords of the ninth level of the Netherworld, the Heavenly Demon Lord.

Three hundred men defeating four hundred men is impressive, but how could it possibly catch the eye of this lord?
"Yi Sui, are you wondering?" Heavenly Demon Lord spoke slowly, though it was a question, his tone was clearly one of certainty.

"Yes, sir." Demon Yi Sui said in a deep voice, "I don't think there's anything worth paying attention to about this Demon Clan called the God of Slaughter." "With the strength of our Heavenly Extreme Clan, we can easily defeat a thousand with a hundred. Such a guy is not worth mentioning."

"Is that so?" The Heavenly Demon Lord chuckled. "Without the Heavenly Demon Battle Formation, do you dare say you could defeat a thousand with a hundred?"

Upon hearing this, Yi Sui fell silent.

The Heavenly Demon Battle Formation is a battle formation that only the six demons under the command of the six Demon Lords can master, and it is much more powerful than the Demon Descent Battle Formation.

If the Demonic Battle Formation can bring together the power of all demons, then the Heavenly Demon Battle Formation is the true embodiment of unity.

Between each stage of deification, the resource gap is ninefold.

Ten experts of the same level can use the Heavenly Demon Battle Formation to elevate their strength to the next stage.

If you are in the same rank (e.g., 100), you can advance two ranks.

The powerful demons on the ninth level of the Netherworld are equivalent to the fourth stage of divine transformation. Therefore, with the blessing of the Heavenly Demon Battle Formation, each of the six great demons can reach the strength of the sixth stage of divine transformation.

However, for the Demonic Battle Formation to achieve the same strength, it needs…

All demons!
It is this enormous gap that allows the six major demon lords to absolutely crush other demon lords.

But without the Heavenly Demon Battle Formation...

"It seems you've already realized it," the Heavenly Demon Lord said slowly. "This Killing God Clan is not simple."

“If it were just three hundred people defeating four hundred people, it wouldn’t be worth my attention, but the Killing Gods’ group did more than just defeat.”

"They were defeated instantly."

"In reality, it's only one strike."

At this point, a strange light flashed in the eyes of the Heavenly Demon Lord, "The reason why this attack was able to defeat the Xuanmo Clan in an instant is not because it was so powerful, but because it contained a very strange primal power."

"That is a primal force that can bring death."

"I even think that even against the Heavenly Extremes, as long as they have a chance to hit once, we can still defeat them."

"This, how is this possible?!" Yi Sui exclaimed in shock.

Among the Heavenly Extreme Clan, the Heavenly Extreme Demon Lord himself is the absolute core. Without him, it would be impossible for the others to form the Heavenly Demon Battle Formation.

Below the Heavenly Demon Lord is Yi Sui.

He knew the strength of the Celestial Clan all too well.

But now the Heavenly Demon Lord is actually saying that even the Heavenly Clan could be defeated in a single blow by the God of Slaughter?!

"Why not?" The Heavenly Demon Lord chuckled, a strange light flashing in his eyes. "The strength of the Heavenly Clan depends on their formations, not their primal power."

"If only he could join us..."

"The Celestial Clan will become the strongest among the six great demonic factions, and even..." The Celestial Demon Lord's eyes flashed with madness, "...will devour the other five great demonic factions!"

Upon hearing the words of the Heavenly Demon Lord, Yi Sui's heart trembled violently.

Rumors circulate that the six Demon Lords jointly rule the entire Ninth Level, but these direct descendants of the six Demon Lords know better than anyone else that the relationship between the six Demon Lords is one of irreconcilable enmity.

If no one could do anything to the other, they would have wanted to devour the others completely as soon as possible.

For many years, the six demon lords have kept each other in check, hesitant to attack one another for fear of harming the other.

Is it because of the Godslayers that the Heavenly Demon Lord is about to make a move?
“Yi Sui, this is our chance!” The Heavenly Demon Lord looked intently at Yi Sui. “The six of us take turns presiding over the war against the demons, and this time it’s my turn.”

"In other words, the other five are unaware of the Godslayers."

"Of course, the truth will eventually come out."

"They'll find out sooner or later."

"But if we can strike early..." A mad glint appeared in the eyes of the Heavenly Demon Lord, "Victory will be ours!"

"Lord Tianji, what do you mean...?"

"You, go find the Godslayers," the Heavenly Demon Lord said, enunciating each word clearly. "I only need the one who made the move."

"Bring him here."

"Yes!"
-
"Let's begin a new period of adjustment."

Looking at the two hundred people selected before him, Yu Zhun nodded in satisfaction.

As the number of people increased, the adjustment period for the Demon War also lengthened, with the next round of the Demon War scheduled for thirty-five days later.

After assessing the current situation, Yu Zhun finally decided to select two hundred people to join the combat personnel this time.

This would increase the number of troops deployed to five hundred, reaching half the size of the Thousand Demons, while the actual total number would reach eight hundred.

Of the two hundred people selected, all one hundred were originally from the Demon Blood Clan, while one hundred were newly recruited members of the Xuanmo Clan.

The two groups were now facing off, the atmosphere tense and fraught with tension.

But I believe that in thirty-five days, they will unite as one.

"Let's begin the adjustment period!" Yu Zhun called out softly, about to plan a new adjustment period, when suddenly his expression changed and he looked into the distance.

A figure, like a rainbow, came toward this place.

Normally, flying over the territory of a demon is a provocative act, but this figure flew over one demon after another without any of them attacking it.

Who is this person?
“Lord Yu Zhun, this is one of the six Demon Lords.” Zhuo Ge’s tone was solemn and surprised. “The blue light he emitted when he flew was from a treasure called the Demon Lord’s Token.”

"This is a treasure unique to the six Demon Lords and cannot be replicated."

"Those who possess this decree are all subject to the Demon Lord's orders."

"Sent by the six Demon Lords?" Yu Zhun raised an eyebrow, watching the figure descending over the territory of the God of Slaughter. "Then what do you think the six Demon Lords want from us?"

“This…” Zhuoge shook his head slightly.

The six Demon Lords are not people of his level who can meet.

“My lord, perhaps it’s a recruitment?” Pagoda thought for a moment and slowly spoke up, “We showed a portion of our true strength in the third round, which may have attracted the attention of a certain demon lord.”

“Recruiting, huh…” Yu Zhun watched the figure walking towards them, its outline gradually becoming clearer, and a smile quickly appeared on his face.

"How should I address this gentleman?"

"My name is Yi Sui." Yi Sui looked at Yu Zhun's face, which had once appeared on the face of the True Demon of the God of Slaughter, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.

"We have come on the orders of the Heavenly Demon Lord."

"The Heavenly Demon Lord favors you and has recruited you into the Heavenly Clan."

"By joining the Celestial Clan, you can rise above all other demonic factions, except for the other five major demonic factions."

Yu Zhun narrowed his eyes. "Only recruit me?"

"We'll only accept you."

"Joining will grant access to new battle formations?"

"You can only obtain your own part."

Can I leave after joining?

"No."

"Then I refuse."

(End of this chapter)