I was so wicked before.

The place closest to the Black Sea Demon's lair is called Yunzhou.

This area used to be part of the territory of the Yexuan Dynasty.

Now... they've been redeemed by the Alliance.

Or rather, in everyone's eyes, this place has indeed found salvation.

After all, without the Yexuan Dynasty, it's as if the mountain weighing on everyone's hearts has been lifted.

"Have you heard? The Night Profound Dynasty has only one Heavenly Island Emperor left, and they haven't even managed to take him down yet."

"Of course I've heard about it, and that tyrant even ran away. I heard he abandoned his empire and ran away all by himself."

"Hahaha, as expected of a guy without a shred of morality. With the empire's various factions breached, he knew he was doomed to defeat, so he fled for his life alone."

"And he can't escape either; the alliance's vice leader, Xiao Jianyu, has already gone to hunt him down."

"Hehe, when that tyrant dies and we take over Tian Island, there will be no more Ye Xuan Dynasty in this world."

"Alas, for many years, the entire world has been ruled by empires."

"Anyone who belongs to the Empire is tyrannical, cruel, and inhumane."

"It seems like everything valuable and good in this world has to belong to them."

"If there's even the slightest conflict of interest with them, they'll resort to violence without any regard for reason!"

"Heh, now that we've fallen to this state, it's entirely our own fault."

"Without the empire, without that tyrant, the world... will finally be truly at peace!"

"This is truly gratifying!"

"..."

Everyone was sighing with emotion.

What everyone has been waiting for has finally become a reality.

From now on, I won't need to go out; whenever I encounter anyone from the Yexuan Dynasty, I'll have to stay far away.

With the Ye Xuan Dynasty gone, all living beings in this world will be equal from now on!

This certainly sounds very gratifying.

But... has it really been equal?

In fact, a small number of people are very clear that when the mountain that weighed on everyone's hearts was pushed down by the Xuanhuang Dynasty, what was gained was not only the satisfaction in everyone's hearts.

At the same time, the ambitions that some people have always kept hidden in their hearts will surge out as the mountain collapses.

For example, some people immediately began planning to establish a new empire in their own territory.

When the Ye Xuan Dynasty existed, no empire was allowed to exist in the world.

The Ye Xuan Dynasty no longer exists, and the Alliance has stated that everyone is free.

Now that you're free, if you have the power to establish a new empire in the local area, of course you should establish an empire, right?

For example, in Yunzhou, some sects and large family forces are already secretly waiting for an opportunity to act...

In any case, with the fall of the Night Profound Dynasty, some were happy, some were gratified, some were grateful to the alliance, and some were filled with ambition…

This so-called peace is only temporary.

As time goes on, the chaos of conflict between the various parties will inevitably erupt sooner or later.

And before any of the ambitious people could even start any chaos.

An even greater chaos... has already ensued!

In the distant sky above Yunzhou, on the horizon, a dark, ominous shadow suddenly appeared.

The overwhelming black shadows, like dark clouds covering the entire earth and sky, rolled majestically toward Yunzhou.

"What...is that?"

Those with more ability were the first to notice something was wrong, and then looked into the distance.

Others also discovered the problem one after another.

One gaze after another turned toward the distant horizon.

The boundless black clouds swept in, accompanied by a dense, overwhelming demonic aura.

"Those are... are they monsters? Are they demons?"

"No! Impossible! Weren't the demon race banished to the Black Sea Abyss by the Night Profound Dynasty a very, very long time ago? How could they suddenly reappear?"

"What a terrifying number! The entire Yunzhou combined couldn't possibly stop them!"

"Go! Go quickly!"

"Contact the alliance quickly and call for reinforcements."

"..."

The entire Yunzhou was plunged into chaos as the demon army continued to advance.

Some people immediately turned and ran, while others quickly called for backup.

Some of the more powerful individuals took the lead in calling on everyone to join forces to resist.

Amidst the chaos, the demon army surged forward in disarray.

As they approached, the entire Yunzhou region shook violently.

That terrifying aura caused those with greater strength from various factions to frown deeply.

Because everyone knows that such a terrifying demon army is a force that even the combined power of all sects and families in Yunzhou would be no match for.

"Damn it! Let's run. We can't possibly be a match for them."

After some hesitation, some of the top experts backed down.

Once the first person backed down, everyone else followed suit, one after another.

Immediately, everyone turned around and, taking as many people as they could, evacuated Yunzhou.

However, with so many people in Yunzhou, how could everyone possibly escape?

This was a sudden disaster, and without proper preparation, the vast majority of people were unable to escape it…

Amidst the panic and chaos of the people of Yunzhou, the demon army finally swept into the entire territory of Yunzhou like a tidal wave.

wow...

In an instant, the once sunny Yunzhou was plunged into darkness.

The snarling demon army swarmed forward, tearing at anyone they saw with frenzied bites.

Some people have a little bit of strength and can hold their own for a while.

But the vast majority of people are actually just ordinary people, and of course, they will only perish in the jaws of the demon race amidst despair and screams, their bodies never to be found...

"Help...help me! Help me!"

"No, I don't want to die! I don't want to die!"

"Someone please save me, save us..."

Screams and cries instantly echoed throughout the dark world.

In an instant, the entire Yunzhou was transformed into a living hell.

Previously, everyone was still immersed in the joy of the destruction of the Yexuan Dynasty.

Now, however, they are facing the tragic consequences of the destruction of the Yexuan Dynasty.

Besides Yunzhou, other parts of the world also began to be invaded and slaughtered by the demon race one after another.

A devastating catastrophe is unfolding around the world…

……

the other side.

Demon world.

After receiving permission, Shangguan Yi went to the Demon Realm alone.

Since His Majesty no longer objects to peaceful coexistence with Ling Yuexi, the important task of matchmaking falls on my shoulders.

I must do my best to bring them together.

"Shangguan Yi of the Yexuan Dynasty requests an audience with the Demon Lord."

She arrived alone at the entrance to the Demon Realm, and bowed slightly in the direction of the Demon Realm.

Upon realizing that Shangguan Yi had actually come to the Demon Realm, Ling Yuexi immediately flew out of the Demon Realm.

Then, he looked at her with some curiosity.

He had just returned from the capital of Tiandao, so why was Shangguan Yi looking for him?

If something happened, why didn't she say anything when we were on Tian Island?

"You...did you forget to say something?"

Ling Yuexi stared at the female national advisor of the Ye Xuan Dynasty in front of her with her blood-red eyes.

"hehe."

Shangguan Yi chuckled and said, "Of course I haven't forgotten, but before... has the Demon Lord forgotten that he left first? I didn't even have time to say it."

Upon hearing this, Ling Yuexi's eyebrows twitched slightly.

It seems... that's indeed the case?

I left earlier because I was afraid she would find out something...

"So... is there anything else you want to say?"

Ling Yuexi immediately followed up with a question.

"Actually... before our Emperor left, he specifically told me something, something concerning the Demon Lord."

Shangguan Yi spoke slowly.

"What is it?" Ling Yuexi asked hurriedly.

Just like before, I'm still a little impatient.

Seeing her reaction, Shangguan Yi could basically conclude that...

She did indeed have some complicated relationship with His Majesty, involving love, hate, and grudges.

Where there are entanglements, there are bound to be opportunities!

"That's right," Shangguan Yi continued. "His Majesty instructed me that if the Demon Lord goes to him, I should tell him the exact words. If the Demon Lord does not go to him, then there is no need to say anything."

Upon hearing this, Ling Yuexi's eyebrows furrowed slightly.

What is Ling Qi thinking?

Do I have to go to him myself to tell him?

Okay, so I did go to Tian Island to find him before.

Now you should tell me, right?

"Tell me, what message did he leave behind?" Ling Yuexi continued.

Shangguan Yi nodded, then slowly said, "It's like this, our Emperor asked me to convey to the Demon Lord that he does not wish to be an enemy of the Demon Lord."

"Therefore, I hope that the Demon Lord will not join forces with others to attack the capital of Tian Island."

"His Majesty will surely thank you when he returns."

"Hehe, in fact, the Demon Lord should also understand why His Majesty has always dominated the world but has never made a move against the Demon Realm."

"His Majesty himself...does not wish to have any conflict with the Demon Lord."

These words were, of course, all lies, but they often managed to bring Ling Qi and Ling Yuexi closer together.

Therefore, it's always good to say a few more words.

"Heh, utterly absurd!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Yuexi sneered: "If he didn't want to be my enemy, why would he do such a thing..."

She suddenly stopped talking at this point.

I almost let it slip.

Seeing Ling Yuexi hesitate, Shangguan Yi narrowed her eyes slightly: "May I ask, Lord Demon Lord, is there... some misunderstanding between us?"

It's clear that there is indeed a grudge between them.

His Majesty seems to have done something that made Ling Yuexi a little angry.

However, Ling Yuexi was unwilling to talk about this matter.

Why?

Of course, it's because it's something you can't show to others.

And how many shameful things can there be in the world?

If it's a matter of interests, or if His Majesty has robbed the Demon Realm of anything, it's not shameful to say it.

After all, whatever His Majesty desires, he will surely obtain.

Almost everyone has been taken by His Majesty, so there's nothing that can't be said.

What cannot be spoken of is merely a personal conflict between Ling Yuexi and His Majesty.

Then it's... easier to guess.

It must be something like... His Majesty bullied this Queen, right?

Hehe, in that case, everything makes sense.

That's why she was able to go to the capital of Tian Island all by herself.

This is why she was so furious with His Majesty that day.

This is, of course, why she dared to openly declare war on His Majesty, yet His Majesty did nothing to her.

Thinking about it carefully... isn't that just flirting?

They got teased, got angry, and then started flirting.

Hmm... all of this makes perfect sense now.

"Didn't you notice, Lord Demon Lord, that His Majesty shows you a certain... special tolerance?"

Shangguan Yi continued, "To be honest, in all my years of following His Majesty, I have never seen such tolerance."

They dared to draw their swords against His Majesty and openly shouted that they would kill His Majesty no matter what.

But His Majesty never did anything to her.

This is indeed a kind of inclusiveness that you can't see in anyone else.

"Ha, tolerance? Would that word still be associated with him?"

Ling Yuexi sneered.

While saying this, a few inexplicable ripples stirred within my heart.

Because what Shangguan Yi said was indeed true.

Who else in the world, besides her, could treat Ling Qi with such an attitude and still be spared by him?

There are none at the moment!

"Of course, our Emperor... is selective about who he is," Shangguan Yi said with a smile.

Ling Yuexi snorted lightly, "What the hell are you looking at?"

He's a domineering and arrogant bastard.

"Anything else? What else did he say?" Ling Yuexi asked.

Shangguan Yi thought for a moment, then continued, "His Majesty also said... if Heavenly Island is in trouble and the Demon Lord is willing to lend a helping hand, His Majesty will certainly repay him handsomely when he returns."

"When will he be back?"

Ling Yuexi's focus, however, was that Ling Qi would return.

Since he said that, it means he will definitely come back.

When will you be back?

Would he give up his cultivation at the Limitless Realm just to come back?

"Well...we don't know."

Shangguan Yi shook her head: "If the Demon Lord misses me..."

"Why would I miss him?" Ling Yuexi immediately frowned and quickly interrupted Shangguan Yi.

Why does it feel like Shangguan Yi is trying to trick me into revealing information?

Ah, I really shouldn't have said so much to this female imperial advisor.

Too much talk leads to mistakes.

Ling Yuexi then waved her hand and said, "The grudges between your empire and the outside world are none of my business. I will not join forces with others to deal with you, nor will I join forces with you to deal with others."

"Hehe, I understand."

Shangguan Yi smiled gently: "As long as the Demon Lord does not join forces with others to make things difficult for Tiandao, it is already a great favor for Tiandao."

For Ling Yuexi, there are three attitudes towards Tiandao.

The first is to join forces with outsiders to deal with Tiandao.

The second is to stand idly by.

Third, they should join forces with Tiandao to fight against the outside world.

If three choices are presented at the same time, Ling Yuexi will still have the possibility of choosing option one, no matter how low the possibility is.

But if you first arrange one and two, and then arrange two and three.

Therefore, her choice must be number two!

It's impossible to quickly establish a good relationship between her and His Majesty.

But at the very least, we can do this: avoid becoming enemies.

In this way, we can proceed slowly and develop gradually.

"Did he say anything else?" Ling Yuexi asked.

"Well... that's all for now."

Shangguan Yi smiled gently: "His Majesty will be back soon. If there is anything else you need to say, I will convey it to you again."

She could certainly say more.

But it's best not to overdo it with this kind of thing.

Leaving some suspense actually makes Ling Yuexi more expectant.

The more she anticipated it, the easier things became.

For example, right now, she must be really looking forward to hearing more of His Majesty's words.

I eagerly await His Majesty's return.

He simply refused to tell her that His Majesty had returned, intending to keep her hanging on for His Majesty's sake.

"If he returns, remember to inform me."

Lingyue gently waved her hand.

"Yes, I will inform the Demon Lord immediately."

Shangguan Yi clasped her hands slightly and bowed: "If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave..."

She didn't finish her sentence because she suddenly realized something.

"Um?"

Ling Yuexi, of course, also noticed something.

The two turned their heads almost simultaneously, looking up at the sky.

There, a gray space twisted and slowly appeared.

Accompanying it was an extremely dense and terrifying demonic aura…