All the evil beasts in the world, I feed on demons and monsters

Chapter 401 Returning South After the Banquet
There is no Mao Shen.

Upon hearing this, Bai Mu Ling Jun's expression changed!
But the next moment, a surge of spiritual energy burst forth, forcibly suppressing his doubts.

All the demons suddenly turned around!
shhh-

At the doorway, a crimson dress, as red as blood, danced without wind, suddenly billowing out! Beneath the hem, three fluffy fox tails flashed by, and then a slender figure emerged from its shell!

A pair of snow-white wrists emerged from the wide sleeves of her silk dress, as delicate as flower petals unfurling, her fingertips as fragrant as orchids, with a gentle tug—

Hiss!

A complete human face skin, along with the entire fiery red fox pelt underneath, slid off like a piece of clothing.

The outer skin was stripped away, revealing a fair and jade-like face, naturally charming and beautiful.

Fox Fairy tilted her head slightly, her fox-like eyes seemingly drunk yet tender and affectionate. Her long, flowing black hair cascaded down, framing her delicate oval face. A touch of just the right amount of shyness, like a blush spreading across her cheeks, made her look utterly pitiful.

Her skirt swayed gently with her subtle movements, and the outline of her long, straight legs was faintly visible beneath the fabric, sparking the imagination.

The only thing that spoiled the scene was the abnormally bulging muscles and tangled tendons on her neck and arms, which were now slowly subsiding and disappearing like the tide with her long, deep breaths.

Once she had calmed down, Hu Yao didn't hesitate at all and immediately kowtowed to Ji Ran: "Hu Yao thanks Dragon Lord for your kindness!"

At that moment, she raised her head and bowed again as she spoke.

To the astonishment of all the demons, he actually kowtowed three times and bowed nine times, completely lacking the demeanor of a celestial demon, and instead becoming even more humble.

As Hu Yao lowered his head, his gaze held a mixture of deep apprehension and relief. Within that merit... there was a hint of a Daoist ascension!
This merit... comes from a Taoist celestial being!
Faced with an existence that could silently kill a celestial being, Hu Yao maintained an extremely upright attitude.

She rose gracefully, head bowed, and stood beside the double-flowered red stick. At this moment, she had already undergone a transformation of her physical form through the leap over the dragon gate, completely shedding her animalistic appearance and attaining human form.

now.

Bai Mu Lingjun's gaze held a hint of relief.

The ascension of demons to celestial beings is a major taboo in Taoism! This Dragon Lord is definitely not from the Taoist side, so even if he wants to save a hairy god, it doesn't matter.

Moreover, the Sixteen Cave Spirit Lords don't interact much, and even if they mix with the Mao God, they're unlikely to achieve anything significant; they're merely planting a nail in advance.

He himself... originally planned to use the pretext of the God of Mao to kill those few Spirit Lords who were not convinced by him, and to subdue the Sixteen Cave Spirit Lords.

"What does the Dragon Lord mean?"

Bai Mu's attitude was also humble, showing none of the coldness he had displayed when he first attacked.

"When the Dream Eater Lord arrives, we will prepare to share the merit."

"Then I'll have someone prepare the appetizers first."

As Bai Mu Lingjun spoke softly, he was about to raise his hand to indicate that Lingjun was cooking—the little demons outside had already fainted under Ji Rantian's murderous intent!
"No need."

Ji Ran said calmly, "If one cultivates to the level of a Celestial Being, one still has to eat raw meat and human flesh."

"Don't come here to claim this merit."

All the demons exchanged glances, not daring to utter a word of rebuttal. The Hundred-Eyed Spirit Lord, however, was quick-witted, cupping his hands and saying, "We'll wait a moment, then send our men to escort them back."

Dang Cang——!
Suddenly, the inn's door was pushed open.

"The Dragon Lord truly has a kind heart!"

"How strange!"

"The endless stream of wronged souls in the Huai River, instead of forging a heart of stone, has instead created a bodhisattva?"

With a clear, resonant sound like jade striking jade, a tall, beautiful woman with golden earrings, wolf ears, and a face that showed no animalistic features walked over.

She wore a dark black Taoist robe embroidered with gold thread and white bone patterns, and a pair of lotus-silk blue-gold shoes. Her fair wrists slightly lifted, and the gold and jade bracelets clinked together, producing a crisp and melodious sound.

She had a pair of smiling, crescent-shaped eyes, long, black eyelashes, and sword-like eyebrows. Beneath her gentle demeanor lay a dashing spirit, a rare kind of heroism for a woman.

"Greetings, Great Spirit Lord!"

The demons in the middle and lower seats immediately paid their respects, and even the fox spirit bowed in greeting.

"Not bad, a celestial demon with human features, quite beautiful indeed."

The Dream Eater looked at Hu Yao with a smile, chuckled, and walked towards Ji Ran.

"Is this the Dragon Lord?"

"Exactly."

Beside him, Bai Mu Lingjun raised his hand towards Ji Ran and said, "The Dragon Lord wants everyone in the Little Void."

"These merits will be shared among everyone at this feast."

"Naturally."

The Dream Eater glanced at the Merit Soul Flower, then looked up, his earring swaying slightly as he said, "But what will the Dragon Lord do with those ten thousand people?"

Ji Ran had naturally considered this point.

"How long can they live in their dreams?"

"With the mental strength of over ten thousand people, living for four or five years is not a problem."

Hey.

Ji Ran placed two-thirds of the Merit Soul Flower in front of the Dream Eater Spirit Lord and said, "Please take good care of those people first."

"I will come and take them away in a few days."

"can."

The Dream Eater Spirit Lord smiled and put away the merits, but then suddenly said softly, "The Dragon Lord's avatar and that Noble Lady Zhu Zi shouldn't need my care, right?"

Ji Ran nodded calmly and said, "No need."

"Hehe." The Dream Eater Lord laughed heartily and said, "Then please, Dragon Lord, begin the feast!"

……

Two soul flowers, one divided into twelve.

Each of the demons took their share, and everyone was happy. The merit they accumulated was so great that it was enough for everyone to become a celestial demon within a month!

Ji Ran was also very satisfied.

These fourteen celestial demons can be controlled by me as long as I appear with the Black Tree of Time! Leading my people north, these fourteen celestial demons will be my hidden trump cards, enough to contend with any mortal force! Even the Daoist sects can be dealt with!

A moment of pleasure, and all the demons revel.

During the banquet, all the demons received merit and were overjoyed. Ji Ran subtly inquired and managed to glean a few spell incantations.

During this time, Ji Ran casually slaughtered the ox. As for the dream interrogation, Ji Ran didn't mention it, and Bai Mu didn't ask. Everyone here is smart; there's no need to spell it out.

As dawn broke and the feast came to an end, the demons bid farewell to the Dragon King and dispersed.

The Hundred-Eyed Spirit Lord didn't linger. He simply told Ji Ran about a shrine and that she could go there to contact him if needed.

This Great Spirit Lord was clearly impatient to see that Fox Fairy had broken through.

Ji Ran naturally wouldn't try to keep them. After all the demons left, only Peach Blossom Spirit Lord, Double Flower Red Stick, and... Dream Eater Spirit Lord remained in the inn!
"These two are our own people."

Ji Ran stood up and tore off the mask. The white-bearded face disappeared, revealing his original angular and masculine features.

The Dream Eater's crescent-shaped eyes held a faint smile as he raised his hand and released a figure.

"oops!"

Li Hanzhang stumbled, catching himself on the table. Looking up, he saw Ji Ran and the Double Flower Red Stick, and exclaimed in surprise, "Senior?"

At the same time, the Heavenly Demon Sword Embryo and the Killing Spirit Primordial Spirit transformed into a stream of incense, which entered Ji Ran's body through his seven orifices.

"What is your purpose in impersonating the Dragon Lord?"

The Dream Eater looked at him with scrutiny and asked a question.

"Rescue."

The Dream Eater was taken aback, while Ji Ran strolled out.

"Don't overthink it, I just want to save people."

"This time, I will go south again to bring all the living people of Hannan out of the Southern Region."

At this moment, the morning breeze is slightly chilly, and a sliver of red sun leaps out, illuminating the Huai River flowing eastward, its surface shimmering with light.

"gone."

Ji Ran raised his hand and summoned the Ghost Head Chariot, then beckoned the Double Flower Red Sticks to leave. The Dream Eater Spirit Lord had almost no evil aura on him, and despite the layers of cause and effect, there was no trace of the bloodshed of ordinary demons.

He felt relieved to have the people with her. After all, he had no other way to leave with over ten thousand people at the moment.

The Merit Soul Flower is on her body, serving as a coordinate so that she can find herself.

"interesting."

The Dream Eater's ears twitched, revealing a wildness, but his expression also showed a hint of reminiscence.

“Someone said something similar to me; he did it, and he didn’t.”

"I will stay here on the Huai River and wait to see when you will head north."

As the Dream Eater spoke, he yawned and his figure vanished without a trace.

"Your Majesty!"

At this moment, Fox Spirit Lord suddenly knelt down and said, "This humble demon is willing to accompany Your Majesty and serve you with utmost loyalty!"

Fox Spirit Lord has seen through it all.

The person impersonating the Dragon King and that handsome young man in red robes are probably both extraordinary individuals. Having offended Bai Mu this time, I must find a powerful patron.

After all, everyone knows that if the tribulation of lightning does not appear in the next hundred years, there will probably be chaos throughout the mortal realm and the heavens.

Upon hearing this, Ji Ran exchanged a glance with Shuanghua Honggun and thought it was a good idea.

A celestial demon is ultimately a valuable asset.

"can."

"Um...senpai!"

Li Hanzhang, who was standing to the side, suddenly asked, "Senior, may I come along?"

“I am a member of the Li Tang royal family. Now, the southerners have entered our territory, causing a great drought and locusts flying everywhere.”

"I want to see what the South is really like."

Upon hearing this, Ji Ran looked at Li Hanzhang and said, "There will be demons and monsters on the road, as well as celestial beings and generals. You will die if you encounter any of them."

"It doesn't matter."

"boarding."

……

"While I was patrolling the border, a bewitching woman in red robes invited me to a banquet."

"The demon banquet had just begun when they encountered the Dragon Lord. Together they traversed the sea of ​​dreams, witnessing the Han sword slaying traitors, their bodies now resting in the yellow earth. Suddenly, they heard from outside the dream that the Dragon Lord was punishing evil, and the demons trembled in fear. He then enlightened the evil ones, elevating them to heavenly beings, so that they might lead the demon horde."

—From "The Annals of Emperor Wuzu: A Journey to Seek Immortality"

(End of this chapter)