People fight and become emperors in advance

Chapter 144 Quickly Summon the Earth Demon Ancestor
The night was short. People awoke from their dreams, and those who had been diligently cultivating also finished their practice and got up. The moment they opened the doors and windows, they were surprised to find that the wind in the Black Corner Region was unusually strong that day.

"Yan, a powerful figure on the Black List, has fallen!"

"The Blood Sect was reduced to ruins, slaughtered without exception by Chen Xiao of the Purple Cloud Pavilion."

"The Black Skull Tomb is gone too."

"The Black Emperor Sect's interference backfired spectacularly."

"The old man from Eagle Mountain paid a huge price to leave, and his whereabouts are unknown."

"The three elders of Demon Flame Valley have fled injured!"

One shocking piece of news after another spread like wildfire, causing widespread panic throughout the Black Corner region, with whispers of shock and speculation filling the streets and alleys.

The Black Corner Region has always been a place where the strong prey on the weak. Every day, countless nameless people perish in conspiracies and life-or-death battles. Their deaths are as insignificant as butterflies landing on branches.

On the other hand, the fall of those powerful figures at the Dou Wang level and above was like a landslide, especially since so many of them perished overnight, which was enough to completely change the landscape of the Black Corner Region.

It's not so bad for those cultivators who are at the bottom. Whether it was the Zixiao Pavilion in the past or the Zixiao Pavilion now, as long as there is a Dou Wang level expert in charge, it is enough to make them fearful.

However, for those established powers, this means they have no choice but to start taking things seriously.

From the Kui Lang Gang and the Beast Taming Sect to the current Blood Sect and Black Skull Tomb, in less than a year, four established forces have been eliminated, and the rise of the Zixiao Pavilion is so fierce that it is terrifying.

...

Eight doors.

Back in Black Seal City, Yuan Yi was still shaken. He was incredibly grateful that he hadn't gotten involved in the ambush the night before; otherwise, the Eight Doors might have followed in the footsteps of the Blood Sect and the Black Skull Tomb.

After pondering for a long time in his room, Yuan Yi finally summoned his trusted elder.

"Tell your people to keep a low profile in the near future. Also, postpone the auctions to once every three months to avoid the time when the Black Emperor Sect and the Purple Cloud Pavilion hold their auctions."

“Understood, but… Sect Master, avoiding their sharp edge like this isn’t a long-term solution. We need to think of something.” The elder nodded in reply.

"Wait! Just because Mo Tianxing can't do anything to Zixiao Pavilion doesn't mean that Moyan Valley is no good. We can wait until they decide the winner and then act accordingly."

Upon hearing this, the elder looked somewhat helpless.

Yuan Yi's actions, while not offending either side, also brought him no benefit from either, making him seem like a weather vane.

However, this is in line with the style of this sect leader. If he really had the courage to gamble big, the Eight Doors wouldn't be in its current mediocre state.

Fortunately, judging from what happened last night, Yuan Yi's personality doesn't seem to be entirely a bad thing.

The old man said no more and immediately bowed and left.

...

Tianyin Sect.

Sect Master Yin Gu Lao had just returned from the Black Emperor City auction, and his reaction was similar to that of Yuan Yi from the Eight Doors.

The difference is that Yin Gu Lao did not choose to wait and see, but instead placed bets on both sides.

"Elder, from now on, at every auction of Zixiao Pavilion, just send someone to show their face. If they see anything good, just follow the rules when auctioning it."

"If anyone from Demon Flame Valley secretly sends someone to make contact, treat them with courtesy and do not offend them. In the near future, announce to the public that I will be in seclusion until they reach a conclusion."

"Yes!"

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Inside the Black Royal City.

Thousand Medicine Workshop is merely a force that relies on the Black Emperor Sect for survival; it is not a large force and cannot compare to established forces such as the Eight Doors.

Although not small, Qianyaofang had a certain reputation in the Black Corner Region. Its owner was a high-level Dou Wang, and before Little Fairy Doctor and other women came to the Black Corner Region, she was the most well-known and strongest woman in the region.

At this moment, Master Yao is having a private conversation with an old man dressed in alchemist's robes.

"Master, are you truly determined to bet on Zixiao Pavilion?"

"Elder Yan, we must make a decision. Our Qianyaofang is of average strength. Before, we were able to survive in Black Emperor City by giving the Black Emperor Sect so many benefits every year. But now, the Black Emperor Sect can no longer protect us. The matter between Zixiao Pavilion and the Black Emperor Sect is not over yet. Rather than being caught in the crossfire in the future, we should make plans as soon as possible and shift our focus to Zixiao City. Perhaps, with this opportunity, our Qianyaofang has a chance to develop to the level of the Eight Doors!"

"But that one from Demon Flame Valley..."

"I trust my judgment. Although the Earth Demon Old Ghost is strong, he hasn't shown himself for many years, and Demon Flame Valley is lifeless. On the other hand, look at the Purple Cloud Pavilion. Elder Yan should have seen the power it displayed last night. Even now, it has already surpassed the Black Emperor Sect and has great potential for the future!"

"I understand, and that's when people start to slowly shift their focus."

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Northern part of the Black Corner Region, Demon Flame Valley.

As the name suggests, their headquarters is located in a huge valley.

This valley appears to have been carved out of a mountain peak, surrounded by dark black rocks that shimmer with a metallic luster. These are black steel rocks, extremely hard, and even a Dou Wang (Battle King) expert would find it difficult to break. Looking at the dense black rocks, it seems that this mountain range is a mineral vein.

The fact that Demon Flame Valley has its headquarters here, and that no one dares to covet it, speaks volumes about its strength.

now.

The three of them carefully and cautiously took a detour and finally made it back.

Upon entering the valley, it was immediately apparent that the three highly respected elders of Demon Flame Valley all breathed a long sigh of relief.

We're finally back safe and sound!

They all believed that once they arrived here, even if Chen Xiao had ten times the courage, he would absolutely not dare to offend them.

"Three elders, are you all alright?" Sensing the auras of the three, a large group of people immediately surged out from the valley, all of whom were stronger than Dou Wang.

Seeing the pale-faced Fang Yan and his two companions, the leader asked them with concern.

"Stop talking nonsense, go and invite the Earth Demon Ancestor!" the Second Elder replied with a gloomy face.

Fang Yan nodded in agreement: "On the way back, we learned about the fate of the Blood Sect and the Black Skull Tomb. Even the Black Emperor Sect paid a huge price to make Chen Xiao temporarily stop. Now that we have taken action, this grudge cannot be resolved. Moreover, Chen Xiao has a close relationship with Su Qian of Canaan Academy, making this feud even more irreconcilable. We must invite the Ancestor to take charge of the overall situation!"

The three had already reached a consensus on their return journey, and now they were simply informing the elders of the matter.

Fang Yan and his two companions held high positions of power in Demon Flame Valley, their words carrying immense weight. No one dared to raise the slightest objection to their decisions, let alone openly question them.

As soon as the words were spoken, everyone stopped delaying and hurried toward the secret chamber where the Earth Demon Old Ghost was in seclusion.

As they drew ever closer to the mysterious forbidden area, the whispers and murmurs within the group seemed to be choked by an invisible hand, gradually diminishing from their initial soft murmurs until they vanished completely.

A deathly silence fell over the surroundings, and everyone held their breath, which showed how powerful the old demon had been, instilling endless fear in everyone from the bottom of their hearts.

After a long journey, the group finally arrived at the door of the tightly closed secret room.

In an instant, everyone knelt down in unison, the sound of their kowtows ringing out clearly in the silence.

Fang Yan pressed the mechanism in front of the secret chamber door, his voice trembling but firm: "Reporting to the Ancestor! Demon Flame Valley is being coveted by a powerful enemy and is fraught with danger. I implore the Ancestor to quickly emerge from seclusion and take charge of the overall situation!"

The others also shouted in unison, "Please, Ancestor, come out of seclusion!"

The shouts of the crowd gradually faded away, and the surroundings fell into a suffocating silence.

Just as everyone was anxious and uneasy, the long-silent secret chamber suddenly trembled, and a terrifying and powerful aura surged out like a tidal wave, as if a primordial beast that had been sleeping for thousands of years had suddenly opened its eyes, carrying a destructive pressure that surged and churned in the air.

Suddenly, a cold snort echoed from the secret chamber, a hoarse, aged voice bursting forth with chilling anger: "How dare you disturb my seclusion, Fang Yan! If you can't come up with a decent explanation..."

Before the words were even finished, a chilling killing intent emanated as if it were a tangible force. The people in front of the door felt an invisible pressure suddenly descend from above, their blood almost freezing as if they had fallen into an icy pool.

Fang Yan was tense all over, cold sweat dripping from his forehead. He buried his head deep in his chest, not daring to breathe.

Under that chilling pressure, he dared not conceal anything. From the moment he stepped into the Black Emperor Sect auction, to the scramble caused by the appearance of the Bodhi incarnation, and then to the failure of the ambush operation, he revealed every detail without reservation.

After he finished speaking, the scene fell into an eerie silence, a suffocating silence that lasted only a brief moment.

Suddenly, a fierce gust of wind, carrying anger, tore through the air as if it were a physical object, piercing through the tightly closed stone door. Like an invisible hammer, it slammed into Fang Yan, so that he didn't even have time to let out a scream before being sent flying backward like a kite with a broken string, spitting out blood and crashing heavily several feet away.

"idiot!"

Inside the secret chamber, the old demon of the earth roared and cursed.

Rumor has it that the Bodhi Transformation Saliva contains clues related to the Bodhi Mind, which is extremely precious. The appearance of such an important thing was not reported to Fang Yan in advance.

That's bad enough, but to go and intercept him so foolishly without informing him...

Such foolish behavior left even the old demon demon speechless.

Could it be that Fang Yan and his two companions really believe that they can defeat Mo Tianxing and Old Man Yingshan with their strength?

The so-called half-step Dou Zong is still not a Dou Zong in the end. Even if the three of them join forces, they cannot compare with a true Dou Zong powerhouse.

Outside.

Fang Yan, who had been struck, dared not refute, even though he did not know why the old ancestor was cursing him. Was it because his seclusion had been disturbed, or because he had provoked a powerful enemy?

Getting up from the ground, Fang Yan lowered his head and waited quietly for the old demon to take charge.

Finally, amidst the anticipation of Fang Yan, a meaningful, cold laugh echoed from the secret room.

"Su Qian from Canaan Academy, a puppet that can suppress Elder Eagle Mountain, and a low-star Dou Zong... This time, the Black Corner Region has welcomed a new force that should not be underestimated."

The aged voice, tinged with a hint of mockery, pierced everyone's ears like ice picks.

The old demon, who had been in seclusion for a long time but had been unable to break through, got up from the stone bed in the secret chamber, showing some interest in the matter.

He knew Su Qian; this man was Mang Tianchi, the dean of Canaan Academy, and was unremarkable and not worth mentioning.

He had never heard of the other Dou Zong woman mentioned in the dialect, but he didn't care at all.

In the eyes of the old demon, women are nothing more than painted skeletons, no different from men.

Fang Yan mentioned that Chen Xiao's mysterious puppet, which could completely restrain Old Man Yingshan, greatly tempted the Earth Demon Old Ghost.

Because he also possessed a method for crafting a Heavenly Demon Puppet, and had prepared a considerable amount of materials for it, but for some reason, he was unable to craft it.

In the darkness, the old demon had a feeling that Chen Xiao's puppet was somehow related to him.

It's even possible that it was created using the same method to create the Heavenly Demon Puppet!

If that's the case, killing Chen Xiao, seizing the puppet, and studying it carefully would definitely be of great help to him.

As he pondered this, a cold glint flashed in the eyes of the old demon, and he no longer hesitated for a moment.

He sprang up from the stone bed like a ghost, his wide sleeves suddenly waving, and an invisible wave of energy exploded outwards.

The next moment, accompanied by a loud rumble, the heavy, mountain-like door of the secret chamber trembled violently and was easily pried open as if it were made of paper.

"Congratulations to our ancestor for coming out of seclusion!"

"Congratulations to our ancestor for coming out of seclusion!"

The shouts outside the door resounded through the sky, echoing through the valley.

(End of this chapter)