The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 646

Chapter 646: Chapter 642: Silence Witnesses Chapter 646: Chapter 642: Silence Witnesses “The Soul-suppressing Talisman, I didn't get a chance to use it during the fight before. I didn't expect it to come in handy here. However, it can only help her seal her divine soul for a while. Once the spiritual power of the talisman is exhausted, she will still die. If you have any questions, you'd better hurry up.” Lu Huaming sighed and said.

The vitality of the Black Phoenix Demon within the shadow of the Treasure Pagoda continued to drain, but there was a slight sparkle in her eyes.

“What is the organization you talk about?” Shen Luo asked.

Upon hearing this, a trace of fear flashed in the depths of the Black Phoenix Demon's eyes. After hesitating for a moment, she said:

“A mysterious organization known only to few amongst the Demon Race. We despise the Human Race and our deeds are largely about killing and wiping out families and sects. The Spring and Autumn Pavilion was originally my mission. At the time, my blood poison recurred and I needed to meditate. I wanted Ling'er to improve her skills, so I tricked her into going.”

“What is the name of this organization? Where is its home base?” Shen Luo continued to question as he looked at Gu Hualing.

“I don't know.” Upon hearing this, Gu Hualing shook her head.

“The two of you are at my mercy right now, I suggest you think carefully before you answer.” Shen Luo narrowed his eyes and said.

“Ling'er hasn't been in this organization long enough. She really doesn't know. This organization is deeply hidden, more than you could ever imagine. Even the Great Tang Dynasty Government may not be aware of our existence.” The Black Phoenix Demon said.

Shen Luo looked at Lu Huaming, the latter was also frowning, shaking his head.

“The organization doesn't have a fixed location, we just act temporarily for each mission. I don't know anything about the organization.” Gu Hualing added.

“So you should know.” Shen Luo looked at the Black Phoenix Demon and said.

“Indeed, I know much more than Ling'er. But if you want me to tell you, you need to agree to one thing first.” The Black Phoenix Demon hesitated and then spoke.

“Do you think you're in a position to negotiate with me at this point?” Shen Luo hefted the Dragon Horn Cone in his hand and said.

Seeing this, the Black Phoenix Demon's eyes flashed with a hint of anger, but she quickly calmed down and said somewhat helplessly:

“Once I've revealed anything about the organization, it's tantamount to betraying the organization. At that point, even if I die, Ling'er will be implicated. So, I hope you can swear that you will protect Ling'er for me until she reaches the Great Mahayana Stage. Otherwise, even if you kill us today, I won't say a word. At least if I die today, it will be quick.”

“If the mastermind behind all this turns out to be this organization, I can agree to let Gu Hualing go and insure her safety. But I won't make any promises about the time, and it will be within my capability.” Upon hearing this, Shen Luo pondered for a moment and then nodded.

“I don't need your protection.” But Gu Hualing didn't appreciate it.

Taking a bitter look at this smile, the Black Phoenix Demon didn't insist any further, and said, “The name of this organization is…”

Just as she was about to reveal the name, Shen Luo's expression suddenly changed. His body twisted abruptly and his mana was instantly activated. He threw a palm towards his side.

Lu Huaming and others were baffled to see a flash of black light from under Shen Luo's sleeve. It smashed the golden Treasure Pagoda condensed by the Soul-suppressing Talisman in an instant, and directly penetrated through the forehead of the Black Phoenix Demon.

The Black Phoenix Demon's head suddenly tilted back and her voice came to an abrupt halt.

Shen Luo's eyes flashed with a touch of rage. He flung his arm towards an unremarkable boulder deep in Hei Feng Ao. A Dragon Chant came from the Cone, turning into a golden dragon shadow and shooting out.

However, the Cone had just flown about ten feet when its golden light trembled and almost fell to the ground. A tornado of black light had risen from that direction, disappearing in an instant.

Shen Luo was extremely drained. He could only watch the tornado disappear – he and Lu Huaming exchanged glances, both of them showing a bit of contemplation.

“Mother…” Gu Hualing held the corpse of the Black Phoenix Demon in her arms with grief in her eyes. She was muttering with tears rolling quietly down her cheeks.

The Black Phoenix Demon's eyes were completely void of vitality. A flash of black light restored her demonic Phoenix body, but her feathers were dull and lost their usual luster.

Gu Hualing slowly stood up, rendering a respectful salute to the corpse of the Black Phoenix Demon.

Then, a black flame rose from the body of the Black Phoenix Demon, instantly engulfing her whole body.

“Shen…Daoist friend, did you have a clear look at that person's face?” Standing by the flames, Gu Hualing stopped her tears and asked. She was so focused on the Black Phoenix Demon that she hadn't noticed Shen Luo's abnormality.

“I didn't manage to see the face. However, judging from the way he fled, it seems he is someone familiar.” Shen Luo said slowly.

“Who is it?” Gu Hualing immediately turned her head and asked.

“Demon Wind.” Lu Huaming and Shen Luo said in unison.

As soon as their voices fell, the flames on the Black Phoenix Demon gradually died down. When the last spark had been completely extinguished, her Phoenix body had completely disappeared.

With the last ember scattering and vanishing, a piece of jade that resembled a Phoenix perched on a branch and two golden Phoenix feathers appeared on the ground.

Gu Hualing immediately picked up the Phoenix jade and golden Phoenix feathers and held them carefully.

Shen Luo and Lu Huaming did not stop her.

After a long time, Gu Hualing turned and handed Shen Luo the two golden feathers and the Phoenix jade, saying:

“Regarding the Spring and Autumn Pavilion incident, I was involved no matter what. I won't evade that responsibility. I just hope you can help me find Demon Wind so I can avenge my mother. After that, kill me or punish me as you wish.”

Shen Luo took the Phoenix jade and the golden feathers, inspected them for a while, and then returned the Phoenix jade back to her.

“I have use for the Golden Phoenix Feathers. You keep this Phoenix Jade, consider it as her last memento to you. I've also been investigating Demon Wind. And considering the business with the organization, we certainly have the foundation to cooperate.” Seeing the puzzled look on Gu Hualing's face, he explained.

Gu Hualing looked at Shen Luo with disbelief, her eyes red-rimmed. She pursed her lips and said nothing, just reaching out to take the Phoenix Jade.

“However, you'll have to come back with us to Chang'an. The government will question you and make a decision after the investigation. I did promise the Black Phoenix Demon that I would save your life, you can rest assured about this.” Shen Luo said, after hearing Lu Huaming's voice transmission.

“I will go with you.” Gu Hualing put away the Phoenix Jade and said without hesitation.

Afterward, Gu Hualing buried Xuan Zhi's corpse and tidied things up under the banyan tree in the valley, while Shen Luo and Lu Huaming stayed in the valley to meditate and rest.

As the early morning of the second day arrived, the group set off to return to the Golden Mountain Temple.