"Alright."
Su Luo directly agreed, daring you to offer, I dare to accept.
Qing Bukuang: "Huh?"
Just being polite, aren't you taking it too seriously? We can't back down now.
Mainly because Qing Bukuang can't back down.
Overthinking it, does Su Luo still care about appearances now?
There's no need to follow other people's expectations. What if I accept your support?
I've already taken the stuff, so you can take your good intentions back.
I’ll continue doing what I do, whether people look down on me or no one follows me.
Isn't it already like this now? Can it get any worse?
Seeing that Qing Bukuang didn't respond, Su Luo asked, "What, can't afford to give?"
This put Qing Bukuang in a tough spot.
If he doesn't give, it seems like he really can't afford it, and with so many people watching, it’s so embarrassing.
If he gives, it doesn’t seem to achieve the effect of humiliating Su Luo, as he shows no self-respect as a Demon Child.
After thinking about it, he decided to give in, not being able to lose face in front of so many people.
"You three, go help Su Demon Child."
Qing Bukuang pointed at three Golden Elixir cultivators.
"Thanks, I’ll make good use of them."
Directly sending them to their deaths, after all, they’re not mine.
"Did you hear that? Listen to Su Demon Child carefully."
"Good"—this word, Qing Bukuang emphasized heavily.
"Yes."
These three Golden Elixir cultivators naturally understood what Qing Bukuang meant. They would definitely drag Su Luo's feet, not allowing him any moments of glory.
Cui Baiquan was shocked, thinking that Su Luo accepting Qing Bukuang's goodwill meant he was joining their side. It seems he was mistaken; their personalities definitely clash.
Just wait quietly for that clash to explode later.
With everything prepared, the Heavenly Demon Sect struck.
Although many of the attendants had stronger abilities than the Demon Children, the ones leading the charge were still the Demon Children.
This symbolized that they were the protagonists of this operation, and others had to cooperate with them.
They quickly reached the Qinglan Great Plains. Upon arrival, they saw the Sects' alliance already in fierce combat with the Beast Armies, with both sides showing intense combat.
This time, the Beast Armies included several species: long-armed apes, water-bound oxen, white ice bears...
Each beast species had its own characteristics, making them difficult to handle.
Of course, it's just difficult; the Sects' alliance was gradually gaining the upper hand.
The Heavenly Light Sect's signature skill, Finger Light, was continuously harvesting the lives of beasts, killing at will.
The Cloud Smoke Sect excelled in combined warfare, with five people forming a team, perfectly coordinating, easily taking down one beast and immediately moving on to the next.
The Seven Stars Sword Sect, of course, relied on their swords. Their sword techniques were numerous, unpredictable, dazzling yet deadly. Each disciple had his own understanding of the sword, with spirited techniques mercilessly slaughtering beasts.
Even in the chaos of battle, Lin Xuan didn't go unnoticed. His performance was outstanding.
Others caught a glimpse of Lin Xuan’s figure and couldn't help but glance over, thinking, who’s that guy being so fierce?
His swordsmanship was both open and forceful, as if he should be wielding a forty-meter sword. Killing beasts wave after wave.
Suddenly, he threw his sword, using sword control to fight.
But he didn’t stop there; his fists also moved.
Dividing his focus, using both sword and fists simultaneously, raising his killing efficiency to a new level.
Cutting a bloody path through the sea of beasts.
From above, the Heavenly Demon Sect also noticed the situation below, naturally drawn to Lin Xuan.
Xu Wuliang: "That guy is Lin Xuan? He’s been making quite a name for himself lately."
Situ Ye chuckled, addressing Su Luo: "I heard you’ve been losing a lot to him. Is that true? I think he’s overrated."
He intentionally tried to rub salt in Su Luo’s wounds, belittling Lin Xuan as a way to belittle Su Luo.
"Yeah, you interested in facing him?" Su Luo egged on, with an expression that said, “If you’re so brave, go ahead.”
Lin Xuan has already reached a stage where he could fight the Seven Elders head-on, and if he couldn’t handle it, Elder Yan would appear to handle it instantly.
So whoever steps up will be the loser.
Situ Ye wasn’t completely foolish: "No need. This is your personal vendetta. You’re our new Seventh Elder, if you can’t handle this, then…"
Meaning, he’s not qualified to be the Seventh Elder.
"Tch, you’re just scared."
"There’s no need."
"You can just say you’re scared, I won’t laugh at you."
"I said, there’s no need."
"Are you getting flustered?"
Situ Ye couldn’t help but feel a surge of anger and attacked Su Luo.
Sunlight Inferno blocked it in a flash.
Ah Yun behind Su Luo said, "Attacking indiscriminately, are you declaring war on us?"
Despite how ridiculous it sounded, declaring war? What strength do you even have to think you can laugh at us?
But when said by Ah Yun, it felt like more was at play, causing others to be slightly shocked.
Qing Bukuang gave Situ Ye a look, signaling now isn't the time for internal strife, pay attention.
Situ Ye snorted coldly and let it go.
Su Luo suddenly slapped the three Golden Elixir cultivators Qing Bukuang sent over, hitting all three with one slap.
"So clueless, when someone attacked, you couldn't even react to protect me. What use are you?"
"Is this how Qing Bukuang taught you to do things? If I were Qing Bukuang, I’d be furious that an attack happened and you did nothing."
Though the slap was on the three Golden Elixir cultivators, it felt like slapping Qing Bukuang's face.
Others didn’t dare to speak.
Qing Bukuang smiled, pretending not to hear: "Enough, time for business. Regarding Lin Xuan, if you don’t want to face him, then don’t. Our current goal is just to create chaos—the battlefield is vast, no need to waste time on one person."
He paused, toughening his tone: "Next, I hope everyone performs well. Don’t tarnish our status as Heavenly Demon Seven Elders, understand?"
Xu Wuliang stretched: "Of course."
Cui Baiquan had to respond, though it sounded somewhat perfunctory: "Mhm."
Liao Duci was already preparing poisons.
Su Luo acted as if he heard nothing.
"Operation begins, then, let’s give them a big gift first."
Qing Bukuang raised his hand, then swung it down, causing the Heavenly Demon Sect to unleash attack after attack below, indiscriminate.
The intense battle below had to pause, everyone focusing on defending against the attacks from above.
Qing Bukuang raised his hand again, clenched his fist; the attacks immediately stopped.
"How can such a grand carnival be without the Heavenly Demon Sect? Let us join in as well."
Qing Bukuang’s voice echoed across the battlefield.
Upon hearing the Heavenly Demon Sect, the Sects' alliance’s expressions darkened. They really knew how to pick the time; damn the Heavenly Demon Sect.
They looked up, and even the beasts looked up, the first thing they saw were the Seven Elders in the lead.
The other Seven Elders also deliberately posed, looking cool or meaningful—Su Luo ignored it.
By the way, in the original plot, Su Luo’s pose was with his left hand behind his back, right hand flaring black flames, the flames flickering rhythmically in his palm.
"Heavenly Demon Seven Elder Situ Ye, here to take your lives."
"Heavenly Demon Seven Elder Xu Wuliang, hope you all die by my hand, or I die by yours."
"Heavenly Demon Seven Elder Shan Gui, today is also a sad day, very sad for you."
"Heavenly Demon Seven Elder Cui Baiquan, if possible, hope you show mercy."
"Heavenly Demon Seven Elder Liao Duci, I’m actually not that toxic, it’s just a misunderstanding."
"Heavenly Demon Seven Elder Qing Bukuang, would you like to die by my sword? It’ll be quick, painless."
"Heavenly Demon Seven Elder Su Luo, all you need to do is say I’m mighty, and I’ll spare you."
That’s true; this appearance is all about might, but Su Luo was too lazy to perform.
Hope they’re self-aware.
But it’s not very likely—how could they say I’m mighty? Why would they?
Guess I’ll have to show off a bit.