Bitter Realm: My Feet Step Through the Flames of War

Then, the Eye of the Elephant was struck hard and shattered with a loud bang.

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Chapter 153 The Sensible Demon Lord, the Demon-Slaying Brat

A mysterious and immense backlash came from the void, shattering the Eye of the Elephant into pieces.

The Demon Lord was horrified: "The Eye of the Elephant is composed of the most refined energy of the Heavenly Yama Demon City, how could it be so easily broken!"

The heart of the Silence Demon Lord pounded in his chest. Just a moment ago, he had a fearful feeling of being watched, and he couldn't help but say:

"Demon Lord, the chances of Jhana Naga are slim."

The Demon Lord gradually calmed down and, after much contemplation, made up his mind.

"Siming, send the Soul-Slaying Crystal to Tiandu and personally hand it over to the young lord. Do not make any demands."

"this?"

"Furthermore, request an audience with Rahu, convey my apologies, and tell him that Jhana Naga has severed ties with the Demon City and is at his disposal."

Duanmu Xianlong sneered: "He's Hua Chanti, and you're just going to back down like this?"

“My existence is to ensure the survival of the Demon City, not to fulfill the ambitions of He Hua Chan Ti. Besides, with the young lord in Tian Du, we already have the advantage, so why push Luo Hou to the enemy’s side?”

"Hmph, without your strength, you've even lost your demonic pride! I'll continue my search for Soul Iron; let me know when I need it."

Duanmu Xianlong left in a huff.

The Demon Lord said with dissatisfaction, "Demon Lord, he is arrogant and doesn't even respect you."

"Siming, getting along with colleagues is an art. You should head to Tiandu first."

"Subordinates take orders."

Ji Mie Xie Luo took out the Pardon Spirit Crystal and nervously went to Tian Du to pay his respects to the Martial Lord.

Unexpectedly, Luo Hou was not as terrifying as in the dream. He sat calmly on his throne, accepting the apology from Tianyan Demon City.

“Our city has offended Lord Wu. My lord has specially sent me to apologize. Please forgive me, Lord Wu.”

Silent Demon Luo suppressed the fear in his heart, knelt on one knee, and said respectfully.

"Oh?"

“Our city’s envoy, Jhana, is not a demon. Our lord has already broken the pact with him and left him to the Martial Lord’s disposal.”

"You guys are really quick to abandon someone."

Ji Mie Xie Luo lowered his head, not daring to answer. If someone could still look at Luo Hou with equality after seeing those bizarre and terrifying dreams, that person must be a madman.

Submitting and surrendering is the only option.

His attitude became increasingly respectful: "Lord Wu, I would also like to request an audience with the young lord, no, I would like to request an audience with Daoist Ren Yunzong of Dengdaoan."

"Wait a moment."

Upon hearing this, a fox-like child beside the Martial Lord immediately said, "I will go and inform the scribe."

"Get up."

Taking advantage of the opportunity to get up, Jiemie Xieluo quickly glanced around and saw that the main hall was decorated with red and colorful decorations, and the red carpet stretched all the way to the center of the square.

Several glass palace lanterns were also hung in the hall, filling the place with a festive atmosphere.

Soon, Ren Yunzong arrived.

In front of Luo Hou, Ji Mie Xie Luo handed the Pardoning Spirit Crystal to Ren Yun Zong: "Daoist Ren, this is a gift from the Demon Lord, without any conditions."

Ren Yunzong was very suspicious: "How could he?"

“Take it. Also, I have obtained a clue: a woman’s body can receive Jing Wuhuan’s soul. This is a map of the place where that woman lives.”

"Why are you being so kind?"

"Tianyan Demon City hopes to maintain a friendly relationship with Tiandu."

After finishing his business, Ji Mie Xie Luo glanced at Luo Hou's expression and saw a hint of approval, which put him at ease.

"Lord Wu, my lord is bound by the Holy Demon Peace Treaty and cannot leave Tianyan Demon City. If it is convenient for you, my lord would very much like to meet with you."

"Only those who work in parallel have the opportunity to meet; otherwise, meeting is just a crisis."

"I will convey Lord Wu's message to my lord. I will take my leave now."

"No delivery."

After the Silence Demon Luo left, Ren Yunzong asked, "Martial Lord, what is the meaning of Heavenly Yama Demon City?"

"This is to express goodwill. Go and take care of Jing Wuhuan's matter."

"Wu Huan...she doesn't want me to get involved in the conflict between the Holy and Demonic factions. We want to remain neutral."

"People like to push themselves too hard. As long as you are determined, what is there to fear, whether you are human or demon?"

"Thank you, Lord Wu. I will go and find this woman."

Shortly after Ren Yunzong left, Su Huanzhen arrived, accompanied by a fiery red figure.

"In the chaos of a thousand years, the phoenix's shadow is hidden, and the waves of the world are surpassed by clouds; in a moment, the smoke of war is magnificent, and the flames drink the light of the sky."

The newcomer was dressed in a fiery red battle robe, with his hair tied in a high ponytail and the remaining loose hairs braided into several plaits hanging down in front of his chest.

"Su Huanzhen, although you saved me, it doesn't mean I'll listen to everything you say."

“Alas, Holy Infant Lord, I am merely introducing you to a good friend.”

"Oh? Not just any Tom, Dick, or Harry is qualified to be my friend."

As the two walked into the main hall, they saw Rahu sitting motionless on his throne. The Holy Infant Lord immediately became displeased: "Who are you? Why don't you come down and pay your respects to me?"

“My name is Rahu, and I have met the Holy Infant Lord.”

After all, he was a demon king, and we needed his help, so being polite was a must.

Luo Hou stepped down from his throne, clasped his hands in greeting to the Holy Infant Master and Su Huanzhen, and said, "Su Huanzhen, you've worked hard."

Su Huanzhen didn't seem to have an easy time completing this mission; his round face had become sharp, and he was covered in dust from the journey.

Su Huanzhen flicked his whisk and said with a wry smile, "Martial Lord, it took me a lot of trouble to find the Hundred Demon Path, and I went through countless hardships to remove the Reverse Time Clock from the Holy Infant's body."

"Su Huanzhen is indeed extraordinary."

“Not at all. But I have also gained something. I have learned a lot along the way. I have discovered that there are many different realms beyond the realm of suffering.”

Luo Hou was intrigued: "Different realms?"

Su Huanzhen said slyly, "It was Martial Lord who guided me to find the Hundred Demon Path. I believe that Martial Lord knows these realms better than I do."

"What I care about is how you enter these realms."

The time was not right. The Intermediate Realm, the Hundred Demon Path, and the City of Time had not yet come to light. So how did Su Huanzhen enter?

"It's all a coincidence, but I obtained an important piece of information from Time City that may concern all living beings. I must go to the Heavenly Craftsmanship August Spring."

Seeing his mysterious demeanor, Luo Hou knew there were some secrets about heaven that he couldn't reveal.

Then I won't ask.

"Lord Wu, there are two things I need your help with."

"Which two things?"

"To punish evil, he was named Tianqiong and Duanmu Xianlong."

The Holy Infant Lord grew impatient with their incessant talking: "Rahu, your face is all red, are you getting married?"

"Indeed, my wedding day is just a few days away."

Su Huanzhen was greatly surprised: "Congratulations, Martial Lord. May I ask which family's daughter will become the Empress of Tiandu?"

Luo Hou smiled and cupped his hands in greeting: "Since you are here, I will save the trouble of sending an invitation. Ten days from now is my wedding day. I cordially invite you to come and have a drink at my wedding. At that time, you will know who will be the successor of Tiandu."

"Ten days from now... I will definitely come."

"Let us together invite the Holy Infant Lord."

While Luo Hou and Su Huanzhen were talking, the Holy Infant Master had already taken a stroll around and, seeing that the sky was beautiful, said with satisfaction, "I'll give you face and stay here to wait for the wedding feast."

"Thank you both."

"I have other matters to attend to, so I will take my leave now. Please excuse me."

"please."

After Su Huanzhen left, the Holy Infant asked, "Luo Hou, what fun things are there to do here?"

"There are some cute children here, would you like to play with them?"

The Holy Infant Lord roared in fury: "What a joke! I've been an infant for hundreds of years, and now I find children utterly repulsive!"

"Where's the beauty?"

"Women can be annoying too."

Luo Hou sighed: "Then there's only one monk and one Taoist left. Which one do you want?"

"What monk?"

The Holy Infant Lord became interested this time.

"Buddha-Emperor Tathagata, that's also the reason I invited you to Tiandu this time. Su Huanzhen should have told you about his situation, right?"

"Su Huanzhen didn't say anything."

"Then I will take you to see the Buddha."

In a quiet courtyard in the rear hall of Tiandu Palace, a living spring is introduced into the garden, and lotus flowers are planted.

Although it was mid-spring, under the influence of Buddhist energy, the lotus leaves were lush and the lotus flowers were graceful.

Emperor Tathagata sat by the pond, eyes closed in meditation. A gentle breeze blew, and the fragrance of lotus blossoms filled the air.

The Holy Infant looked at the monk curiously: "Is it him who needs me?"

Emperor Tathagata rose and bowed, saying, "It is indeed this humble monk, Amitabha."