The myth begins with the Lotus Lantern

Chapter 328 Success
Desire surged.

The Bull Demon King remained suspended in mid-air, not landing immediately. Although he appeared calm on the surface, he was actually tempted, but had not yet made a final decision.

He recalled the head that Ding Lin had brought back. It was a Taiyi-level head. Even if Xiang Liu's body was special and he wouldn't die from it, losing a head was still a severe blow.

Such strength.

The Bull Demon King was still hesitating and weighing his options.

Sunlight streams down, and the ripples on the distant, emerald pool come into view, ever-changing like the thoughts in one's heart, impossible to contain.

The so-called restless mind and wandering thoughts.

The Bull Demon King suddenly laughed. What's so great about Taiyi? He's nothing special. Besides, with his familiarity with Bibo Pool, as long as he finds an opportunity, it's absolutely possible to capture Fuhai without alerting anyone, and he can get what he wants.

Even if he is discovered, as long as he covers himself with his secret technique and does not reveal any flaws on his face, he is a Taiyi, and he is not a fraud like Xiang Liu. How could he not escape?
Afterwards, doubts arose. Could they really come to their door to confront them?

At worst, we'll never see each other again.

Desire is the source of spiritual practice.

Looking back, the Bull Demon King realized that he had always been law-abiding and self-disciplined. When he was weak, he had no choice but to be so, but once he gained enough strength, he changed his ways for various other reasons, such as ambition, loyalty, and the image he wanted to project...

He had not indulged in such behavior for a very, very long time.

Why not just do whatever you want this once?

The thought was relieved.

Desire can no longer be restrained, like a flood unleashed.

Having made up his mind, the Bull Demon King dismounted from the Water-Avoiding Golden Crystal Beast, naturally raising a white cloud beneath his feet. He then gently patted the Water-Avoiding Golden Crystal Beast, which understood and began to thrash about on its four hooves, heading alone towards Mount Jilei.

Only the Bull Demon King remained in the original spot. His figure suddenly began to change, shrinking and slightly hunching over. His body was covered with fine fur, and in an instant, he transformed into a monkey. As for his aura, he kept it hidden and never revealed it.

Clearly, the decision had been made long ago.

The Bull Demon King took a step and appeared above the Jade Wave Pool.

Before Ding Lin and Qingyi arrived, Bibo Pool was originally the residence of Wan Sheng and his daughter. Its restrictions were only at the True Immortal level. Although Ding Lin had achieved the Taiyi level, he was extremely unskilled in other areas. With Qingyi's help, he improved several loopholes based on the original restrictions and forcibly raised his realm. Now, the restrictions of Bibo Pool can barely exert the power of a Golden Immortal.

The Golden Immortal level was more than enough for ordinary immortals and demons, but it was no match for the Bull Demon King. He had attended countless banquets at the Azure Wave Pool and was extremely familiar with its restrictions. He was also a man of great learning and memory. Ding Lin had only made a slight change, and the Bull Demon King easily found a loophole. With a flash, he appeared in the Crystal Palace at the bottom of the pool.

The woman in green concealed her aura, not revealing it to the outside world.

The Bull Demon King spread his senses and only detected Wan Sheng and his daughter. He didn't find Qingyi immediately, but he wasn't in a hurry. He had hesitated before starting, but once he started, he was unhurried and measured. He was very familiar with this Crystal Palace. There were only a few places that matched Qingyi's identity. Even if he searched little by little, it wouldn't take much effort. What he needed to do now was to be careful so as not to alert Ding Lin.

……

The Bull Demon King was unaware that Ding Lin was not in the Dragon Palace of the Jade Wave Pool, so he was naturally very cautious.

Ding Lin, on the contrary, had just witnessed the departure of the Bull Demon King, and his behavior became much bolder. The door to the Banana Cave was tightly closed, which was not a problem. What was a problem was the restriction that was closed along with the door.

Even if Ding Lin wanted to forcefully open a restriction at the Taiyi level, it would take him quite a bit of effort. He sensed it for a moment and was about to think of a way.

Just then, the machine's loudspeaker blared, the cave door opened, and the restrictions were lifted along with it.

Red Boy poked his head out of the Banana Cave, clearly to see if the Bull Demon King was still there. Seeing the empty space outside the mountain gate, anger flashed in his eyes. The slight affection for his father that had just risen in his heart vanished in an instant. He was raised by Princess Iron Fan. How could a momentary shock compare to the long-term protection and companionship of Heaven?

Ultimately, it's whoever raises the child who will be closest to them.

A wisp of wind blew into the banana grove.

Red Boy didn't notice; he didn't hide the resentment between his brows. With a wave of his hand, the heavy stone at the cave entrance fell down, once again isolating the inside and outside of the cave.

Ding Lin, however, had already entered the inner sanctum.

Using his supernatural powers, he led Princess Iron Fan through a passageway similar to that in Mount Jilei. The two demons traveled forward and soon arrived at the main hall.

“That’s it. Last time, the Bull Demon King only took me this far,” said Princess Jade Face.

Ding Lin nodded. He released his senses and was about to investigate further when he saw Red Boy rushing back in a flurry, heading towards a passageway on the side. His eyes flashed, and he quickly followed.

"Mother!"

Red Boy said that through the beaded curtain, a beautiful woman who looked to be about thirty years old was resting on the bed.

“Brother…” Ding Lin suddenly felt his hand being clenched tightly. He turned his head to look at Princess Wansheng and saw that her face was pale.

Ding Lin belatedly realized that the furnishings here were so familiar, exactly the same as the Jade-Faced Princess's bedroom in Jilei Mountain. No, it should be the one in Jilei Mountain, exactly the same as this place.

What a Bull Demon King!

Over the years, Princess Jade Face had long since seen through the Bull Demon King's fickle nature, but seeing this scene still filled her with sorrow.

Red Boy flew into Princess Iron Fan's arms like a swallow returning to its nest, and she gently patted his back.

"Mother, that bad guy is gone again," Red Boy said. No matter how fiercely he shouted, according to the age of the monster, he was only a few hundred years old and was still a child. What child doesn't yearn for a father's love?

“If you’re not happy, sister, I’ll smash all the decorations in this cave for you,” Ding Lin said. Now that he had found Princess Iron Fan, there was no need to hide anymore. He waved his hand to disperse the mist and revealed himself and Princess Jade Face together.

"Who!" Princess Iron Fan exclaimed, a flash of light appearing in her palm as she gripped the banana leaf fan with one hand, ready to unleash her power. But her true intention was to silently press a token onto her other, unused left hand.

"call!"

Red Boy reacted even faster than his mother. Without needing to retrieve his magic weapon first, he opened his mouth and unleashed a pillar of fire towards Ding Lin and Princess Jade Face. Ding Lin raised his hand, unleashing a burst of magical power that easily subdued Princess Iron Fan and Red Boy.

The pillar of fire struck the cave wall, silently burning through a series of gaps.

Ding Lin walked closer, glanced at the banana leaf fan, and first took Princess Iron Fan's left hand. He pried open her slender, jade-like fingers to reveal a cloud-patterned gold token in her palm, which he then threw far away.

"It's best for ladies and women to stay away from such a weapon." Ding Lin put away the banana leaf fan again. Although he had revealed his figure, there were still wisps of mist around him and Princess Jade Face, preventing their true appearances from being revealed.

Princess Iron Fan's eyes were filled with fear, and she was unable to move, but she still managed to maintain her composure. She could only speak, which was Ding Lin's deliberate act.

But what use is it to summon all the demons in the mountain if the Bull Demon King is not here?

The newcomer was unfathomable, and Princess Iron Fan guessed that he might be a Taiyi Realm expert.

Princess Iron Fan looked at Red Boy again, but the latter remained silent. To prevent him from breathing fire, Ding Lin sealed his mouth as well.

"Your Majesty?"

Princess Iron Fan's words were probing, but she was still able to keep her mind clear and think quickly. Since she and Red Boy came to Xiniu Hezhou, apart from causing trouble with the Bull Demon King at Bibo Pool, they had been guarding the gate and rarely even went out, let alone causing any trouble. If it wasn't them, then it could only be that dead bull that had provoked enemies outside, but instead it had brought harm to them.

"Madam, do you know where the storeroom key is?" Ding Lin asked. He kept Princess Iron Fan's mouth shut precisely to ask this question.

“There’s a key by my bedside that opens the storeroom. It’s the third passageway from the right of the main hall, leading straight to the end. It’s not in a room, but behind a stone wall at the very end. That’s where the storeroom is. All my and my husband’s savings are there.” Princess Iron Fan’s eyes flashed. She didn’t try to beg for mercy, confessing readily and decisively. After finishing, she probed again, “Your Excellency, please understand. I am but a woman. My son and I know nothing of what that ox has done outside. Besides, he hasn’t returned to this place for many years…”

Ding Lin didn't give Princess Iron Fan a chance to speak again; he raised his hand and sealed her mouth shut.

“No wonder mortals always say that husband and wife are like birds in the same forest; when disaster strikes, they fly away separately. My lady, I haven’t even said anything yet, and you’re already eager to sever ties with the Bull Demon King. You’re truly decisive. Unfortunately, here, husband and wife are one. I’ll collect the Bull Demon King’s debt from you. It’s only right that I do so.” Ding Lin used his magic to sweep over and capture Princess Iron Fan.

"Sister, let's take the treasure and leave," Ding Lin said, glancing at Princess Iron Fan once more.

Like.

No wonder the Bull Demon King set his sights on Qingyi; putting aside her appearance, it was just her aura that stood out.

so similar.

Ding Lin had Princess Jade Face hold down Princess Iron Fan while he carried Red Boy. Princess Iron Fan hadn't lied, and following the path, they easily found the treasure vault.

"So easily, Madam must have left a backup plan in this treasure vault. I guess the Bull Demon King will sense it as soon as it's opened, right?" Ding Lin said.

Princess Iron Fan remained expressionless.

"Please open the door for me, Madam." Ding Lin waved Red Boy in his hand and released Princess Iron Fan from her restraints. "I can promise you that I will let your child go after I get what I need. But if the Bull Demon King comes, I have a grudge against him anyway. Since you have guessed my strength, you should know that even if the Bull Demon King comes to my aid, I will definitely be able to kill Red Boy first."

Princess Iron Fan gritted her teeth: "If I open the treasure vault, will the Venerable One spare my mother and me?"

“I can let Red Boy go,” Ding Lin said.

“It is good that you know that the old ox has also planted a trap on my child. After all, Red Boy is his only offspring. This place is only a thousand miles away from Mount Jilei, and we will arrive in an instant. I know that you are not afraid of the old ox, but it is better to avoid trouble. It is always good to avoid some problems. Moreover, from beginning to end, neither my child nor I knew your identity.”

"I only ask that Your Excellency fulfill your promise." Princess Iron Fan said a lot, but Ding Lin ignored her. She could only plead again, took the key, and cast a spell. The treasure vault opened, revealing a mountain of treasures that dazzled the eye. However, Ding Lin was somewhat disappointed. Although the Fox King had accumulated a wealth of treasures over tens of thousands of years, he was still only at the Immortal Realm level when he died. Although he had many treasures, they were only in terms of quantity. None of them were worth Ding Lin's attention.

But this is for the best. If there really is a great treasure, the Bull Demon King might plant some other tricks and keep bothering them.

"Sister, these things are nothing to me, you may accept them."

Ding Lin said to Princess Jade Face that although he was selfish, he would not go so far as to seize Princess Jade Face's property. He then used his magic to bind Princess Iron Fan.

Princess Jade Face glanced at Ding Lin, then looked at the treasure vault, where most of the treasures had been moved from her Jilei Mountain.

The Fox King's life savings were completely wiped out by the Bull Demon King in just a few hundred years.

“Brother…” Princess Jade Face said. She opened her mouth, then with a flick of her sleeve, she put all the treasures into her storage space.

“The longer we stay here, the more things may go wrong, sister. Let’s go.” Ding Lin said. He glanced at Red Boy in his palm, a look that made Princess Iron Fan’s heart leap into her throat. But in the end, she tossed him aside like trash and with a flick of her wrist, snatched Princess Iron Fan from Jade-Faced Princess’s hand into her palm.

“Brother, it’s not just Red Boy; this Iron Fan probably also has a backup plan from the Bull Demon King,” Princess Jade Face said, leaving it at that.

"Don't worry, sister. I don't intend to kill her. This isn't the place to talk. I'll explain everything to you after we've settled in. But, Bull Demon King, never want to see Iron Fan again in your life."

Ding Lin's eyes flashed with undisguised ferocity. Above his head, the laws of space flew out and circled around Princess Iron Fan. Even if the Bull Demon King had any backup plans, with the absolute crushing power of the laws of space, he could at most determine whether Princess Iron Fan was alive or dead, but he would never be able to find her again.

"Let's go." Ding Lin grabbed Princess Iron Fan with one hand and Princess Jade Face with the other. With a flash, he rushed out of Cuiyun Mountain. The restrictions set up by the Bull Demon King had the same characteristics: tight on the outside and loose on the inside.

Ding Lin easily rushed out, looked up at the white clouds floating by, felt as if he were part of the sea of ​​clouds, and felt extremely happy.

The Bull Demon King coveted Qingyi, so he preemptively captured Princess Iron Fan, preventing the couple from seeing each other, thus giving them a taste of their own medicine, and making his cultivation worthwhile.

The pent-up frustration of the past few days was finally released.

Suddenly, a ray of sunlight pierced through the white clouds.

Ding Lin was taken aback. He seemed to have grasped something. Both were Taiyi cultivators, but Ding Lin sought freedom and pleasure, first entering Jilei Mountain, then Banana Cave, taking away Princess Jade Face, and then capturing Princess Iron Fan alive.

What should the Bull Demon King do then?

Has he overlooked something?

Yes.

He overlooked the old ox.

(End of this chapter)