The world doesn't need succubi to save it.

"There's no need for me to shift those responsibilities onto that."

Ning Feng wasn't a child who liked to shirk responsibility; he was an adult and knew very well what the consequences of his decisions would be.

"I am the one who makes the decisions, and I do those things after careful consideration."

I need power, even if that power comes from the abyss.

Such consequences were prepared for from the very beginning.

Ariana was interrupted, and after a moment of silence, she said:

"I see... You're more mature than I thought."

"Why did you suddenly remind me of this?"

Sudden acts of concern always give one an ominous feeling, like a weasel offering New Year's greetings to a chicken.

Who knows!

"You seem to have changed a bit."

[Really? I don't know~]

In a good mood, she flapped her wings and hugged Ning Feng's neck tightly, the demon girl wagging her tail with a grin:

[Maybe it's because I want to deceive you~ I'll gradually blind you with my gentle touch, and then expose you when the time is right.]

As she spoke, she gestured by running her fingertips across Ning Feng's throat.

Ning Feng raised his hand and grabbed her fingertips, speaking coldly and ruthlessly like an emotionless killer:

"Then I will definitely retaliate and kill you."

[You scumbag, at this point you should be saying you'd rather be killed by me.]

"If I say that, would you believe me?"

I just don't believe it~

Having received a satisfactory answer from Ning Feng, Ariana's mood improved considerably, and she waved her hand dismissively, saying:

The specific conditions required for the ceremony are not difficult for you right now; I can handle everything for you. There's only one thing you need to prepare.

A cruel smile flashed in his crimson eyes, and the primordial demon chuckled easily:

A drop of true "devil's blood."

Chapter 279 A Perfect Match, Aren't They? (Third update, bonus chapter for the sect leader, 1/2)

"Real demon blood? Is there such a thing as fake?"

If you don't understand, just ask. Are there counterfeit or substandard products of this?

Of course there are, but they're not entirely fake... or perhaps the concentration isn't high enough?

Ok?

Are you asking me?

Don't answer questions with questions; it makes you seem silly.

To put it another way, do you think the demon blood flowing through your veins is pure right now?

"Uh...no."

Ning Feng's body contains half human blood. This does not mean that his body is divided into two parts with different blood, but rather that the concentration of each type of blood is equal in his blood.

[The other question is, do you think the blood of pure-blooded demons is truly pure now?]

"Isn't that so?"

[No! 】

A resolute denial, and the primordial demon, most qualified to comment on these matters, remarked:

Those little guys certainly deserve to be called demons, that's fine, but their blood isn't pure enough.

You know how demons evolve, right?

Oh?

Hearing this, Ning Feng suddenly understood what Ariana was saying, and after thinking for a moment, replied:

"Evolution, that kind of advancement or mutation is more suitable."

【Yes.】

The evolutionary system of demons, like their brains, is extremely chaotic and disordered.

Every demon possesses a complete evolutionary system deep within its bloodline from the very beginning of its existence.

Demon Evolution Talent Tree.

Starting with the abyssal worm, the evolutionary branches spread out like the roots of a giant tree, forming an evolutionary talent tree.

Abyssal worms, cowardly demons, berserker demons, shadow demons, succubi, flaming demons... all sorts of demons are among them.

However, the talent tree is initially locked and can only be unlocked when the ability reaches a certain level or certain special conditions are met.

If you have enough charm, you can advance to a succubus; if you have enough physique and strength, you may advance to a berserker demon; or if you are in a lava field or a volcano, you have a certain probability of advancing to a fire demon...

The true demon blood is the most primal product extracted and concentrated from various demons.

[Furthermore, now is the time for you to make a choice.]

Previously evasive, the riddle teller Ariana unusually asked directly:

[Should we continue down the path of succubuses? Or choose a completely new branch of evolution?]

"........."

Ning Feng frowned slightly; he had actually heard of this claim before.

There is indeed a saying that awakened beings in the human demon lineage have the opportunity to change things.

But humans are not demons after all, and cannot mutate at will like demons. From the third tier to the fifth tier of legendary, there is only one chance to change.

Only once.

But compared to others, you have one more chance to choose, to change things again when you ascend to legendary status.

[Right now, you can choose any path, as long as you're willing.]

Intelligence, charisma, perception, physique, strength, agility... you have no weaknesses in any of these areas, and nothing is impossible for you.

[And I know all the requirements for those advanced skills, and I can help you prepare them.]

Ariana said casually:

That's the situation; now it's up to you to decide what to do.

The choice is entirely yours.

Ning Feng remained silent, deep in thought, without offering an answer.

The two stopped at the end of the sacred sanctuary and looked together at the enormous statue built on the edge of the sanctuary.

This is the masterpiece of the saints, who created idols for their gods, making the idols their eyes so that the gods could gaze upon this place.

Releasing Ning Feng, the demon girl's decorative wings fluttered slightly, and she flew directly onto the statue, sitting atop the head of a goddess.

After remaining silent for a long time, Ning Feng finally raised his head, looked at the demon sitting atop the faceless statue, and asked softly:

"why?"

What do you mean?

"What else could it be? It's that you asked me for my opinion. Why don't you think about what you've done in the past?"

"Who was it that preemptively and forcibly signed the contract?"

【Huh? Is that true?!】

"Yes, I have!"

Who else could have done it? Could it have been me?

It's you!

Give me a proper list of the crimes you've committed.

With a smile, Ariana waved her hand and said:

[Haha, don't worry about the details! I just think it's time for you to make your own choice, cough cough...]

Although I allowed you to experience the realm of the gods and gave you the opportunity to understand their power, I still regret to inform you...

That's not enough.

She casually patted the statue beneath her, then looked up with a sigh.

[Some gods are even more powerful than that.]

If you really want to become stronger in a short time, then I still suggest you...

Ariana hesitated, but before she could finish speaking, the voices below interrupted her thoughts.

"Then let's go with a succubus, that sounds good."

Looking up at Ariana's expression, seeing the hesitation and doubt in her eyes, Ning Feng said:

"I have plenty of time."

lie.

"I don't mind the difference in strength."

This is still a lie.

"I'm used to it."

This is true.

Lowering his head, the demon gazed at the once young and powerless son of man, and remained silent for a long time before finally speaking:

[Are you no longer hesitating? If you give up this time, you'll only have one chance. What if another demonic path suits you better?]