Immortal Demonic Path

Chapter 228, Part Two: Yang Wushang: Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor, Times Have Changed

The emperor's imposing aura enveloped the Central Plains, announcing the return of the emperor who had been absent for many years.

Most of the creatures in the Central Plains were unaware of the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor, and were now gripped by fear under his imperial pressure.

All living beings were terrified; the imperial pressure was simply too terrifying, sweeping across the entire Central Plains.

One by one, the Dao Integration Realm experts looked towards the direction from which the oppressive aura emanated, their faces showing shock.

"Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor, you've finally returned!"

"Times have changed. This era no longer belongs to you, Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor!"

"The emperor, feared by all major powers, has finally returned."

"I'm finally back, Master. This humble monk is finally about to see the Demon Emperor."

Among the powerful figures, some wore solemn expressions, some were eager to try, and some were full of anticipation.

After waiting for so many years, the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor has finally returned.

Having already entered the Dao Integration stage, I wonder to what extent his cultivation has progressed over the years.

"By imperial decree, all those in the Central Plains who have attained the Dao shall meet in the Great Wilderness three years from now."

The emperor's voice resounded throughout the heavens and earth, revealing an undeniable domineering aura.

"What a formidable Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor! Let's meet again in the Great Wilderness in three years!"

One by one, the Dao-Merging experts could neither refuse nor refuse.

Li Changsheng also heard Liu Wuyou's voice and pondered that he would also go to the Great Wilderness when the time came.

Liu Wuyou's return this time is also aimed at the Great Wilderness, for immortality is the ultimate goal of every cultivator.

Now that the ruins of the Immortal Kingdom have been found, we must do our utmost to explore them.

The emperor's oppressive aura dissipated, the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor returned to the Immortal Demon Kingdom, and peace was restored to the world.

Within the realm of the Immortal Demon Kingdom.

The Supreme Emperor has returned, and the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor's avatar has also returned to its original form.

"Greetings to my Emperor, my immortal Emperor."

One by one, powerful figures respectfully bowed and paid homage to the supreme emperor.

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor's eyes held the Dao, and his body was filled with Daoist charm, as if he were a manifestation of the infinite Dao.

"Ling'er, have you completed the task I asked you to do?" the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor asked indifferently.

"Your Majesty, it has been completed, and the item has been delivered to that person," Su Ling'er replied respectfully.

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor nodded slightly: "Do you know his identity?"

  

"Forgive me, Demon Emperor. The other party was only in disguise, not in their true form. Ling'er was unable to detect it." Su Ling'er lowered her head, looking as if she was waiting for punishment.

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor waved his hand indifferently: "No wonder you did that. Since you gave him the item, you've already completed your mission."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Su Ling'er breathed a sigh of relief and respectfully stepped aside.

"What about the Great Wilderness, the Undying Kingdom?" Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor asked again.

An ancient demon stepped forward and respectfully reported, "Your Majesty, the Holy Maiden of the Azure Heaven and her companions entered the Great Wilderness approximately a thousand years ago, and found the ruins of the Undying Kingdom within the Great Wilderness."

"Legend has it that there is a temple inside, which enshrines the Immortal Tree, as well as the remains of the Immortal Kingdom, and some murals that record the Immortal Kingdom's worship of the Immortal Tree."

"One of the murals is quite unusual; it seems to depict..."

At this point, the ancient demon paused, his expression becoming extremely solemn: "It seems that the Undying Tree suppressed and killed the ferocious beast."

"Hmm?" The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor's gaze sharpened: "The Undying Tree suppresses ferocious beasts?"

If the Undying Tree killed the ferocious beast, wouldn't that mean the Undying Tree could also cultivate and embark on the path of cultivation?

Rare treasures cannot be used for cultivation!

Could it be a fake immortal tree?

"The murals only record that the Immortal Tree protected the Immortal Kingdom, preventing ferocious beasts from invading it."

The ancient demon said in a deep voice, "The specifics have not yet been determined."

"Prepare the army. In three years, I will conquer the Great Wilderness and find the Tree of Immortality!" the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor commanded.

"Yes."

Many ministers from the demon kingdom respectfully responded and went to summon their troops.

"Xian'er, Yu'er will lead the army back in a month or so. Ling'er, take some people to the East Sea to meet her," said the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor.

"Yes," Su Ling'er replied respectfully.

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The Great Shang Dynasty is also gathering powerful individuals, preparing to conquer the Great Wilderness in three years to search for clues about the Tree of Immortality.

After much deliberation, Li Changsheng decided not to join the Great Wilderness and instead choose to remain a rogue cultivator.

Joining these powerful forces is certainly good, but you'll have to step up when danger strikes.

I went there as a rogue cultivator, so I could run away at any time.

Although being a rogue cultivator is dangerous, with no one to protect me, as long as I'm careful, there shouldn't be any major problems.

Other major forces also gathered their cultivators, led by cultivators at the Dao Integration Realm, to travel to the Great Wilderness three years later.

In the netherworld, Jiu Youming and Yang Dingtian were searching for Li Changsheng's whereabouts.

Unfortunately, Li Changsheng had already vanished without a trace, and his whereabouts were unknown.

Jiuyouming could only comfort him, saying that with the appearance of the Undying Kingdom ruins, Taiyi Daoist would definitely come out.

Judging by the time, the lifespan of the Taoist Taiyi is not long, but it is not yet time for him to pass away.

Only Yang Dingtian knew that the next time his master appeared, he would have a new identity, one that he wouldn't recognize.

Thinking back to when Master left, he was at the Five Qi Gathering Realm. I should pay more attention to cultivators at the Five Qi Gathering Realm, as Master might be among them.

He didn't tell Jiu Youming about this, nor did he even tell Wu Tian.

Yang Dingtian went to the Great Snow Mountain with Wutian.

Niu asked them to return to the Xuantian Sect and join the Xuantian Holy Son.

All the major powers are preparing for war, and Bai Xian'er and Ao Yu have also returned with the demon kingdom's army.

The Eternal Demon Kingdom has now unified the southern continent, and its power is extremely terrifying.

Some of the former prodigies and holy sons of the Southern Demon Clan also joined the Longevity Demon Kingdom and reached the Dao Integration Realm in their cultivation.

There are also some former seniors who have entered the Dao Integration Realm and are serving the Demon Kingdom.

It can be said that the number of Dao Integration Realm experts in the Immortal Demon Kingdom is greater than all those currently on the table.

A true super dynasty!

All the powerful figures were shocked by this power and marveled at the strength of the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor.

Li Changsheng was quite moved when he learned of this news.

Who would have thought that an ordinary willow tree could have reached this point?

Even when he took Liu Wuyou in as a disciple, he hadn't expected it.

After careful comparison, Li Changsheng felt that he was a complete waste.

Without further thought, Li Changsheng waited patiently.

Three years have passed in the blink of an eye, and many powerful individuals have accumulated their strength and made preparations.

The cultivators of the Great Shang Dynasty also gathered together and, led by Kong De, headed to the Great Wilderness.

Li Changsheng also set off, heading there as a rogue cultivator, his cultivation suppressed at the Three Flowers Gathering at the Top realm.

In this era, the Three Flowers Gathering at the Top of the Head cultivator is already very strong, making the Five Qi Gathering at the Origin cultivator seem too conspicuous.

This time, I am using the identity of a rogue Taoist cultivator, and I am trying to keep a low profile.

One powerful army after another rushed to the Great Wilderness, their numbers too numerous to count at a time.

Those who came this time were at least Yin God level experts.

We don't expect these spirits to kill enemies; they are responsible for gathering medicinal herbs and collecting resources.

There were also quite a few independent cultivators, with varying levels of strength, and even the Primordial Pearl came to join the fun.

Among them were several who had achieved the Three Flowers Gathering at the Top, some of whom had returned from the Eastern Continent, while others came from the Demonic Path or the Demon Race.

A powerful expert at the Dao Integration Realm also arrived from the Buddhist sect; he was an old monk.

One powerful figure after another descends upon the Great Wilderness, often eliciting gasps of surprise.

"Yang Dingtian has arrived, a powerful expert at the Dao Integration Realm!"

The cultivators looked up at Yang Dingtian with reverence on their faces.

"Master Wutian has arrived. It is said that Master Wutian's Six Paths of Reincarnation has advanced further in the Great Wilderness, and is unfathomable."

A well-informed and powerful individual spoke up.

When Wutian arrived, he glanced at the Buddhist forces, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, but he paid no attention.

Following closely behind were the Celestial Maiden, the Profound Heavenly Son, the Primordial Heavenly Demon Son, the Great Sage of Heaven-Suppressing Niu Wendao, and the Great Sage of Sea-Restoring Ao Xuan…

One by one, powerful cultivators who had achieved the Dao descended upon the Great Wilderness.

A terrifying heatwave swept through the area, causing the surrounding temperature to soar. Yang Wushang arrived with his army.

Next came Sun Chengdao from the Daoist sect, and Jiu Youming and Phoenix from the Netherworld.

"Nine Netherworlds, you've finally stopped being a rat." Yang Wushang sneered, "Hiding and dodging is beneath your dignity. Now you are the Netherworld Lord whom I acknowledge."

Jiuyouming said calmly, "I have never been hiding; you just haven't noticed."

Yang Wushang snorted coldly, his gaze sweeping around: "Has the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor not arrived yet?"

"The Demon Emperor is busy with affairs, so it's understandable that he's a little late," Wutian said calmly.

"Busy with work?" Yang Wushang scoffed. "Perhaps she's too arrogant, really thinking this is still her era? Times have changed!"

Yang Dingtian sighed and couldn't help but glance at his elder brother.

He had previously told Yang Wushang that times had changed.

Then Yang Wushang hung him up and beat him.

Now, his own elder brother is applying the idea that times have changed to the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor.

Thinking about it carefully, it's actually quite interesting.

Yang Wushang was a genius from an ancient era, but in the new era, times have naturally changed.

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor was merely an invincible figure from a previous era, suppressing an entire age. Now that he has returned, the times have changed.

Sun Chengdao grinned and said, "You scraggly bird, if you're not satisfied, go to the Longevity Demon Kingdom and argue with the Demon Emperor. I'll definitely cheer you on."

"Hmph." Yang Wushang snorted coldly, but said nothing.

He's not really brainless. Even if times change, the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor's past achievements are indelible; he was a top-tier powerhouse.

Buzz

The rosy clouds spread across the sky, and the vast army marched in with overwhelming force, its terrifying aura and killing intent enveloping the surrounding area for thousands of miles.

One terrifying being after another descended upon the Great Wilderness.

Everyone's expressions froze as they stared in shock at the army. They sensed that there was more than one Dao Integration Realm cultivator within them.

Sun Chengdao's expression changed, and he unconsciously disappeared into the crowd.

An unparalleled emperor, with his hands behind his back, stood atop the head of a gigantic golden dragon and descended upon the Great Wilderness.

And this golden dragon is also at the Dao Integration Realm!

"So many Dao-harmonizing beings?" Everyone present changed color in unison.

He Dao is already a top-tier expert, so how come he's treated like a common cabbage by the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor?

With this lineup, it shouldn't be a problem to completely sweep them all away, but to overpower all their strong players.

Yang Wu's face showed a solemn expression. He had not expected that the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor could bring so many Dao Integration cultivators, and even had a Dao Integration Golden Dragon under his feet.

In comparison, his title of Sun Demon Emperor is truly pathetic.

With overwhelming imperial might, the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor departed from the Golden Flood Dragon, descended from the sky, and indifferently surveyed the many powerful figures.

His gaze fell upon Wutian, Jiuyouming, Yang Wushang, and the others, revealing an expression of appreciation: "Not bad, nowadays, the Central Plains can be considered to have some cultivators worthy of our attention."

Yang Dingtian's lips twitched; was that even pleasing to the eye?

This Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor is even more arrogant than his own elder brother!

Yang Wushang frowned and said calmly, "It's been thousands of years since we've returned; times have changed."

"An era?" The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor glanced at Yang Wushang and said calmly, "Only the weak talk about the changing times. As long as I am here, there will only be one era, the era that belongs to me!"

Yang Wushang: "..."

He really wanted to fight the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor, but after looking at the group of Dao Integration cultivators, he held back.

"Netherworld, Nine Netherworld, greets the Demon Emperor." Nine Netherworld bowed.

"This humble monk, Wutian, greets the Demon Emperor." Wutian also bowed in greeting.

Yang Dingtian, Xuan Tian Shengzi, and other powerful figures also paid their respects.

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor nodded slightly in response, but his gaze fell on the Daoist sect: "Sun Chengdao, having seen me, you are so unwilling to see me?"

Among the many Daoist cultivators, Sun Chengdao looked somewhat embarrassed, unsure why he was hiding.

He didn't care at all before he met the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor.

But when I actually met them, I felt a sense of unease, like meeting an elder.

Being called out by name, Sun Chengdao's face flushed slightly, and he forced a bow, saying, "Greetings, Demon Emperor."

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor frowned slightly: "Are you afraid of me?"

Sun Chengdao, however, was enraged and lost control of his emotions, saying, "Me, afraid of you? Stop talking nonsense. I only respect you and my master as peers."

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor remained calm, while the other geniuses watched this scene in astonishment. They never expected that Sun Chengdao would react like a mouse to a cat upon seeing the Demon Emperor.

His stubbornness is just like that of a rebellious teenager.

Li Changsheng, standing in the crowd, couldn't help but smile as he watched this scene.

It's possible that when Sun Chengdao was young, he faked his death, which angered the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor and left him with psychological trauma.

The Holy Maiden of the Azure Heaven spoke up: "Demon Emperor, you have summoned us to gather in the Great Wilderness. What are your thoughts, Demon Emperor?"

"Indeed, the ruins of the Undying Kingdom have been discovered, along with the Temple of the Undying God. The most urgent task is to find the Tree of Immortality and work together to achieve immortality," said the Holy Son of the Primordial Heavenly Demon.

The other Dao Integration Realm experts nodded in agreement. They had all come for immortality and did not want to waste time here with the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor.

Li Changsheng sighed inwardly, "What did my Everlasting Tree do to deserve this?"

They all want to eat me, and now they're even discussing how to divide me up.

Can't you even consider my feelings?

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor calmly replied, "I know a little about the affairs of the Great Wilderness, but I am not clear on the specifics. Who can explain them to me?"

Before the others could speak, Jiu Youming said first, "Let Ming tell the Demon Emperor about the Great Wilderness."

"Thank you for your trouble, fellow Daoist." Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor nodded slightly.

After gathering his thoughts, Jiu Youming said, "Within the Great Wilderness, there are many ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm, some of which are equivalent to ascending to immortality. In addition, there are various ancient inheritances and killing formations."

"During our previous investigation, we sensed an ancient aura of the Azure Sky, possibly a legacy from the Azure Sky Sacred Land..."

"What? Our legacy is here?" The powerful figures from the Azure Heaven Holy Land were excited.

The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor raised his hand, signaling him to calm down, before asking, "Anything else?"

"The ruins of the Immortal Kingdom are probably just the edge; to find the Tree of Immortality, we need to go deeper..."

(End of this chapter)