I Possess a Scroll of Demon-Subduing Records

This thing could be a trap, but it could also be an opportunity for Wang Jinxuan. Lin Yi couldn't tell for the time being.

He didn't examine the map closely. Instead, he pressed down the two broken jade pendants and placed them on the table, then asked Wang Jinxuan, "What are you thinking? Will you give up this inheritance that belongs to you, or will you fight for it?"

Wang Jinxuan had considered this question before, so she was somewhat prepared when Lin Yi asked her about it.

"What's inside the Demon Emperor's Secret Realm, and what dangers lie along the way, are beyond my current capabilities. If I were to go, I would only be dragging my master and mistress down with me. It would be better to abandon the Secret Realm and seek peace."

After saying that, she added, "If Master wants it, then take it. We should keep it within the family. If Master gets it, I won't feel resentful."

"Are you serious?"

Wang Jinxuan nodded, looking at Lin Yi's scrutinizing gaze, and said, "I agree to whatever decision Master makes. After all, a teacher for a day is a father for life."

"Stop, I don't want another daughter who's about my age."

Lin Yi put the jade pendant away and said, "Since you put it that way, then I'll take care of it for you."

"What are you planning to do?"

He Dong interjected, saying that if she didn't ask, Wang Jinxuan naturally wouldn't ask either. If Lin Yi didn't say anything, Wang Jinxuan might start to overthink things later.

He was willing to hand over the enormous fortune that should have been his own; Wang Jinxuan was indeed no ordinary man.

Xiao Se is right. Wang Jinxuan may look simple-minded, but he's actually quite shrewd. We need to be careful.

Lin Yi replied, "The Demon Emperor's Secret Realm is too hot to handle in our hands. I plan to release this treasure map to avoid some trouble. If Jin Xuan can cultivate properly, his future achievements may not be inferior to those of the Demon Emperor, but it may take him a little longer."

As he spoke, Lin Yi continued, “When I sneaked into the mountains earlier, I accidentally discovered that a demon king had already sent demon soldiers to search for our whereabouts. Now, wherever we go, we will be surrounded and intercepted. This applies to both humans and demons. We might as well just give the treasure map to the demons to deal with.”

Lin Yi had one more thing to say: the treasure map might not be real.

Even if it were true, he wouldn't care.

If the item isn't dangerous, you can just pick it up without a second thought. But if it is, you should probably leave it alone.

Once he accumulates ten thousand years of cultivation, what secret realm can't he go to whenever he wants?

After witnessing Yan Qingqiu's cultivation level, Lin Yi raised his goal to 10,000.

There were still nine powerful demon clans ahead of him; the waters of this world were much deeper than he had imagined.

Lin Yi's disregard for the secret realm left He Dong speechless. However, she didn't have any particular thoughts. Lin Yi's choice was quite rational. If he really wanted to seize the Demon Emperor's Secret Realm, then they would all have to be careful.

"In that case, who do you plan to give it to? Are you going to spread it all over the world?"

Of course not.

A glint of wisdom flashed in Lin Yi's eyes.

Two peaches can kill three warriors; how many demon kings must be lured and killed in a Demon Emperor's Secret Realm?

"This jade is exactly two halves. One half will be given to the demon, and the other half to the human. What to do next is up to them to discuss."

"This is too dangerous. Anyone can see through your scheme at a glance. What if they come after you to take their anger out on you?"

“Even if we don’t do this, they will still target us.”

Lin Yi could see it clearly: the Poison Madam had already personally intervened, and soon other demon kings and first-rank demons would follow suit. Whether he handed over the treasure map or not, the result would be the same. Since that was the case, why not make a move?

"If I were to voluntarily hand over the treasure map and then announce it to the world, it would be for the sake of good relations between the two races, peace in the world, and to avoid trouble. I imagine that the top-ranking human would not dare to attack me, and even the demon king of the demon race would have to think twice."

This is called manipulating public opinion.

This move can be described as quite insidious, yet it is an open scheme. Even though both humans and demons can see through Lin Yi's calculations, they still have no choice but to accept it.

Humans do not want another Demon Emperor to appear in the Demon Race, and the Demon Race naturally does not want humans to obtain the Demon Emperor's Secret Realm. As a result, both sides can only keep half of the precious jade in their own hands.

Although they were angry, they could not continue to attack Lin Yi given his popularity and support.

At least, the top-ranking members of the human race have a lot of pride, and they wouldn't dare to do that.

If the demon king of the demon race were to kill Lin Yi on human territory, it would be a slap in the face to human cultivators. Therefore, even though the first-rank human cultivator felt disgusted, he still had to do some pretense.

"I'll take this piece to the demon king in the mountains first. You all keep this piece at home. If I haven't returned by dawn, then you should set off for Longhu Mountain."

It's still midnight, so it won't take Lin Yi too long to get there. If he hasn't returned by dawn, then he probably won't be coming back.

Upon hearing this, He Dong quickly said, "I'll go! I can run faster."

"He's the Demon King, why are you running away?"

Lin Yi touched He Dong's cheek and said, "Don't worry, I'll be fine. With the other half of the jade pendant, that demon king definitely won't kill me. As long as you don't get caught, I'll be safe."

He Dong knew Lin Yi was right, but he couldn't calm down his anxiety.

They had no choice but to obey Lin Yi and wait at home.

Wang Jinxuan and Xiaocao watched Lin Yi leave, their eyes filled with worry.

Especially Wang Jinxuan.

She took out the broken jade pendant, never expecting things to turn out this way.

Lin Yi's idea was too bold. She thought that Lin Yi would at most find an opportunity to throw out the treasure map and let the world know about it, but she did not expect that Lin Yi would choose to divide the treasure among the Demon King and the first-rank human, so as to keep the two sides in check.

That's bad enough, but he actually dared to personally escort them. Isn't that a bit too audacious?

Thinking about all that Lin Yi had done for him, Wang Jinxuan felt both grateful and guilty.

She silently returned to her room and prayed softly, hoping that Lin Yi would be safe and sound.

The object of their prayers subconsciously came to mind the wooden carving they had worshipped before.

Pray for Lin Yi's safety?

Wang Jinxuan herself felt it was a bit outrageous, but she continued anyway.

He Dong, however, became increasingly agitated in the lobby.

Protecting is much harder than destroying. When she was a ghost, she was carefree, but now that she has a little rascal on her mind, she can't find peace.

I'm worried about him being in danger while he's out, and I'm also worried that he might flirt with other girls.

Now that he's encountered such a big problem, there's nothing I can do to help him.

She originally thought she was already very capable, but now it seems that without reaching the pinnacle, how can she protect someone for a lifetime?

I want to become stronger!

For the first time, He Dong, who was usually very easygoing, had this thought. In the past, she had always let things take their natural course and was not in a hurry to become stronger. As long as she was not killed and had enough yang energy to keep her from starving, her cultivation would naturally increase slowly.

Now, she even has a desire to become stronger.

However, for ghosts to become stronger, besides waiting for time to pass step by step, they can only incite their inner hatred and absorb a large amount of yang energy or blood energy.

Hatred is the best nourishment for ghosts, but too much hatred will lead people astray from the right path.

He Dong was able to walk the right path because he forgot too many things; his only obsession was living, not hating anyone.

If we use hatred to strengthen ourselves and gain power, we will also lose our true selves.

But bloodlust is also unacceptable; murder and arson are sins, and the next heavenly tribulation will be even more difficult.

After much thought, the only option left was to absorb Lin Yi's yang energy.

I wonder if Lin Yi can withstand the increased intensity next time...

Meanwhile, Lin Yi used his divine wind technique to travel a thousand miles to the mountains.

He remembered the taste of Bai Lianxian, so he followed the scent to the valley where Bai Lianxian lived.

He actually felt that this trip was not very dangerous.

Bai Lianxian is not a monster who enjoys killing. Moreover, since she likes beautiful women, her own looks must be quite striking.

The reason I said that to He Dong was simply to be on the safe side.

The air outside Bai Lianxian's cave was filled with a fragrant aroma. She had planted many rare and exotic flowers and herbs, mostly white, so it seemed that she preferred white.

Lin Yi's heart stirred, and in a short while, the black robe on his body turned into a moon-white long gown.

This is what the dress originally looked like. It was black before for camouflage, but now it's white, and it looks dazzlingly good.

Lin Yi felt he was becoming somewhat ethereal, so he walked up to the cave and said loudly, "Lin Yi of Xing Sha, I have come uninvited. I humbly request that you show yourself, senior."

Bai Lianxian was still sleeping in the cave when she suddenly heard someone shouting outside, which annoyed her.

Have I spoiled you all? Don't you all know I have a good temper? You all just come here to disturb people's sleep, it's utterly disgusting.

Upon further reflection, Xing Sha Lin Yi?

Good heavens, isn't this the person she's been looking for who helped the Demon Emperor's daughter escape?

The prey delivered itself to their doorstep? Is this some kind of good thing?

Bai Lianxian quickly got up, put on a beautiful white dress, and "dressed up a little" in front of the bronze mirror before going out to see Lin Yi.

She wanted to see where Lin Yi got the guts to come here. Did he think she was a vegetarian demon king?

As soon as she entered the cave, she saw Lin Yi in a moon-white robe, a perfect match for her. Upon seeing his face, Bai Lianxian was stunned.

Did Heaven hear her prayers and send a stunningly handsome man to save her?

"You're Lin Yi?"

Bai Lianxian's face flushed with excitement.

"It is indeed I. I've come here to..."

"No rush, come into the cave with me, we'll talk slowly..."

Chapter 179 The demon is too tempting, run!

Bai Lianxian's enthusiasm exceeded Lin Yi's expectations. Although he knew that the other party was fond of beautiful women and that he was indeed very handsome, this was still a bit too exaggerated.

After leading Lin Yi into the cave, Bai Lianxian very gently poured him some tea, then looked at him with a smile that made Lin Yi's scalp tingle.

How should I put it? It feels like being targeted by a demon, and possibly about to be eaten.

Lin Yi didn't dare linger and quickly got straight to the point: "Senior..."

"Calling me 'senior' would be too formal. Now that you've entered this cave, you're one of us. Just call me Xian'er."

Lin Yi: "..."

Isn't the distance between us closing a little too fast?