The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 1017

Chapter 1017: Chapter 114 Planning Chapter 1017: Chapter 114 Planning Just at that moment, a flash of light passed over the top of the cave, and two figures descended–it was the Bull Demon King and Nie Caizhu.

“I went to Hua Sheng Temple, Golden Mountain Temple, and several other major sects in the Central Plains. Those places have all been devastated by the Demon Clan, with not a soul left. I tried to contact the disciples from Mount Putuo too, but to no avail,” said Nie Caizhu with a look of despair.

“It's the same on my end. The few surviving demon sects' cave mansions now have all been destroyed. It seems that these demons are truly intent on slaughtering every creature in the Three Realms!” The Bull Demon King's face was equally somber.

“These developments are all within expectations. There is no need for you two to be disheartened,” sighed Zhenyuanzi.

“How is the situation over here? Have you been able to repair the Map of Mountains and Rivers and the Heavenly Book?” Nie Caizhu asked.

“The Map of Mountains and Rivers has been repaired, but the Heavenly Book still has flaws. According to Daoist Zhenyuan, it requires… it requires a blood sacrifice of the souls of powerful creatures to possibly be repaired,” Shen Luo said hesitantly.

“Blood sacrifice!” Nie Caizhu's expression changed abruptly and she blurted out, then fell silent.

“You human cultivators are really troublesome, always fussing over the distinction between right and wrong, and acting with so many restrictions! If the Heavenly Book requires a blood sacrifice, then let's just do it. To save the common people of the world, what's sacrificing some reputations worth? If you can't do it, then let me,” grunted the Bull Demon King.

“But…” Nie Caizhu began to protest.

“Now is the critical juncture for the survival of all three realms. How can we let these trifles affect us? Zhenyuanzi, are there any restrictions on the creatures used for the blood sacrifice, and can we use those from the Demon Clan?” The Bull Demon King waved his hand, cutting off Nie Caizhu, and looked towards Zhenyuanzi.

“It's possible,” nodded Zhenyuanzi.

“Then it's easy. There are who knows how many demons inside Chang'an City. During the upcoming great battle, we'll simply capture a few strong ones,” laughed the Bull Demon King.

“Leave this matter to me. The Map of Mountains and Rivers is in my hands and it's the most convenient for capturing people,” Shen Luo said from the side.

He had thought it through. Though the blood sacrificial method was cruel and went against his principles, in these desperate times, he could not afford to consider so much. Moreover, the targets of the blood sacrifice would be those from the Demon Clan, so in a way, it was a retribution upon them with their own tactics.

Nie Caizhu's lips moved slightly, but in the end, she said nothing.

“Erlang True Monarch has returned, and he has not come back empty-handed,” Zhenyuanzi looked up towards the sky and waved his sleeve.

A yellow light flickered on the stone wall in front, automatically revealing a passageway leading to the ground.

Moments later, a large group of footsteps could be heard.

“Zhenyuan Taoist friend, Brother Shen, I have good news! I've found some helpers,” came the excited voice of Yang Jian, as he entered the cave.

By his side followed a tall Heavenly General, with thick eyebrows, a wide nose, and an additional third eye on his forehead. Divine light glowed within it, and his waist held a pair of purple-blue whips. He looked formidable even without anger.

Behind the two of them came a group of Silver Armored Heavenly Soldiers, numbering four to five hundred.

After the group entered, the yellow light of the passageway on the ground flashed and closed automatically.

“Eh, it's you!” Shen Luo looked at the Three-eyed Celestial General.

This man was none other than Puhua Tianseng, the Thunder God of the Nine Heavens who had defeated him with one strike in the Heavenly Book Space.

Shen Luo could now clearly sense this person's strength, Taiyi Late Stage.

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“Hehe, it's you–the youngster who was sent flying by a single whip of mine last time. Your cultivation has progressed quite quickly,” Puhua Tianseng said to Shen Luo with a faint smile.

“Your Excellency still recognizes me, Shen Luo. It is truly an honor,” Shen Luo responded, not taking offense, and gave a bow.

“Zhenyuan Taoist friend, it has been many years since we saw each other. I didn't expect we would reunite today,” Zhenyuanzi walked forward as well.

“Friend Zhenyuan, I have heard about your circumstances from Erlang True Monarch. The Demonic Tribulation is upon us, and you chose to rise up against it. Unlike me, who took refuge in isolation, which truly makes me feel ashamed,” Puhua Tianseng said with a trace of shame on his face.

“Don't speak like that, my friend. The fact that you have preserved these forces for the Heavenly Court is already extremely commendable,” Zhenyuanzi quickly said.

“Such words do make me feel somewhat better. By the way, I have been in contact with Fire Virtue Star Lord. He is currently with some members of the Demon Race. I have informed him about the plan to counterattack Chiyou, and he should be bringing people here soon,” Puhua Tianseng said.

Hearing this, Shen Luo remembered Fire Virtue Star Lord and the others, whom he had actually forgotten earlier. The remaining strength of Flower Fruit Mountain was not weak; fortunately, Puhua Tianseng could contact them.

“That's wonderful. With Fire Virtue Star Lord and the others joining us, our chances of victory have significantly increased,” Zhenyuanzi said joyously, then made a sweeping gesture with his sleeve.

The Heavenly Soldiers, Buddhas, and members of the Demon Race within the Heavenly Book Space appeared, almost completely filling the space of the cave.

The remaining forces of the Three Realms were gathered here. Some familiar faces greeted each other, and the previously oppressive atmosphere was suddenly lifted.

“Everyone! The disaster of demons has descended upon us, countless creatures of the Three Realms have suffered. Now that Chiyou is about to awaken, we must stop it! Otherwise, there will be no hope left for the Three Realms,” Zhenyuanzi said after the crowd had quieted down.

“Indeed it should be so!” The majority of people were not cowardly but rather filled with enthusiasm. Many had their eyes bloodshot, as if they couldn't wait to immediately counterattack Chang'an.

Ever since the Demonic Tribulation began, they had been constantly hunted by the Demon Clan, fleeing and hiding, accumulating an endless rage within them. Today, they could finally return it all to the Demon Clan.

However, a few calm individuals looked worried. The Demon Clan was at the height of their power, and it could be said that the Three Realms were almost entirely in their hands. The forces at hand could hardly compete with them.

“The Demon Clan is powerful, and we are indeed inferior when compared to them. However, Heaven has looked upon us favorably. The Heavenly Treasures that sealed Chiyou–the Map of Mountains and Rivers and the Heavenly Book that suppresses the Heavenly Court–have both returned to our hands and have been repaired! With these two treasures, we might not be without a chance of victory,” Zhenyuanzi presented the Heavenly Book with a flip of his hand.

Glorious golden light burst forth, like a golden sun slowly rising, casting everyone inside the cave in a golden hue.

The warm golden light soothed everyone's unease, infusing them with endless courage.

Shen Luo also summoned the Map of Mountains and Rivers, activating the treasure to emit sky-piercing white Spiritual Light.

The aura of the Map of Mountains and Rivers was starkly different from that of the Heavenly Book, lacking its grandeur and feeling closer to the natural Dao, like a bright clear moon hanging high in the sky.

Seeing the two treasures, the crowd cheered.

“Friend Zhenyuan, you are more familiar with the current situation than any of us. Just give the orders directly, and we will all follow your command,” Puhua Tianseng said upon seeing the two treasures restored to their original state, surprise showing on his face, then he continued.

The others also nodded in agreement.

“Since everyone has entrusted me with this task, this Poor Daoist shall not decline. Given the current situation, we have a substantial gap in strength compared to the Demon Clan and cannot confront them head-on. We must deploy unusual strategies to have any chance of victory. My suggestion is to divide our forces into two groups–one to attack and distract Chang'an City, drawing as much attention from the Demon Clan Army as possible, and another to send a few people to infiltrate Chang'an City to find Chiyou's hiding place and use the Map of Mountains and Rivers to seal him!” Zhenyuanzi suggested.

After hearing this, everyone nodded. Given the current situation, this was indeed the only thing they could do.

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