strictlysupreme Chapter 924 Mu Lingshan
Chapter 924 Mu Lingshan
The rampant dark demonic energy dissipated layer by layer in the void, and the eight-armed Great Heavenly Demon King was instantly annihilated by the endless spatial sharpness, leaving not even a trace of his original soul.
The entire Demon Suppression Prison instantly fell into deathly silence, with only the long river of lava flowing slowly below, devoid of any violent demonic energy.
The Flame Lord, who was standing to the side, suddenly contracted his pupils and froze on the spot. The shock in his heart had reached its peak and could not be calmed for a long time.
He knew all too well the terrifying power of this Great Heavenly Demon King!
This demon has been dormant for countless ages, advancing against the odds, and his cultivation has long been infinitely close to the Ancestral Realm. Even though he is injured by old wounds and not in full condition, his true combat power still firmly suppresses this ancient Eight Lord who is at the peak of the Third Reincarnation Realm.
Back then, to suppress this fiend, countless top experts from the Tianxuan Continent joined forces in a desperate battle, paying a heavy price of countless lives lost, before they could barely seal it off. No one dared to say that they could completely kill it.
Even if his mentor, the Ancestor of Fu, were alive, it would take considerable effort to completely annihilate this powerful and influential demonic giant; it would be far more difficult than something so easily accomplished.
But Xiao Ling before him, from beginning to end, merely raised his hand and made a casual move. With only the pure power of spatial Dao, he utterly crushed the Great Heavenly Demon King's demonic body and essence in a single move, eliminating this peerless hidden danger that had haunted Tianxuan for countless years.
This unparalleled combat power, capable of suppressing all heavens and instantly killing ancestral-level demons with every move, has completely overturned the Flame Lord's understanding.
After a long while, the Flame Lord finally recovered from his extreme shock. All his doubts and wariness vanished, leaving only a heart full of awe and gratitude.
He immediately composed himself, his expression becoming extremely solemn and respectful. He strode forward and bowed deeply to Xiao Ling, who stood calmly in the void, his tone full of sincere respect.
"Thank you for your help, Lord Xiao Ling!"
"Your Excellency's intervention has not only eradicated an ancient threat but also saved the entire continent from suffering. You have bestowed upon Tianxuan a life-saving grace. On behalf of all living beings, I express my deepest gratitude for your great kindness!"
His words landed firmly and sincerely, devoid of any of the scrutiny or probing that had accompanied their initial meeting, replaced only by complete admiration and respect.
"No need for formalities. My trip to aid Tianxuan Continent was merely a favor entrusted by Zu Shi. It's nothing to ask for any favors."
Xiao Ling gently shook his head, his expression calm and composed, without a trace of arrogance in his eyes. He then glanced at the remaining demonic mist around him and continued in a flat tone,
"The remaining evil spirits in the Abyss of Otherworldly Demons should be no problem for you to handle. I have other important matters to attend to, so I will leave the rest of this place entirely to you."
Before he could finish speaking, and before the Flame Lord could respond, a faint spatial ripple suddenly spread around Xiao Ling's body. With a slight tremor in the void, his figure vanished instantly, disappearing completely from the Demon Suppression Prison's airspace.
Gazing at the void where Xiao Ling vanished in an instant, the Flame Lord still harbored some lingering doubts.
He had originally planned to press Xiao Ling for details about the Ice Lord and the Lord of Life and Death, wanting to find out the current situation of the two ancient lords, but Xiao Ling left so decisively that he didn't give him any room to ask questions.
With a helpless sigh, the Flame Lord had no choice but to suppress all his doubts, withdraw his gaze, and turn to look down into the depths of the Demon Suppression Prison, where residual demonic energy still lingered.
Although the Great Heavenly Demon King has been completely annihilated, many scattered remnants of otherworldly demons and malevolent energy still remain in the Abyss of Otherworldly Demons, and the hidden dangers have not yet been completely eliminated.
With his mind made up, the Flame Lord's expression returned to solemnity. He immediately activated the Heaven-Burning Flame Power around him, drawing upon the power of the ancient, sealed Demon-Suppressing Prison array, and began to eliminate all the remaining demons at the bottom of the abyss one by one.
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At the summit of Xuanling Mountain, ripples spread gently in space, and Xiao Ling's figure quietly appeared from the void.
Lin Qingtan and Jiang Yinyin, who had been waiting quietly there, immediately stepped forward upon seeing this.
"Brother Xiao Ling, what were you doing down in the lake just now? We could clearly sense the commotion from the mountaintop." Jiang Yinyin blinked her bright eyes and asked curiously.
Lin Qingtan, standing to the side, nodded slightly, her eyes filled with curiosity.
Seeing this, Xiao Ling smiled gently, raised his hand and gently patted the tops of the two girls' heads, speaking in a leisurely and casual tone.
"It's just a trivial matter that I've settled, nothing serious."
He paused briefly, then looked at the two of them with a gentle gaze and continued, "Everything here has been taken care of. Now, I will take you to other regions to continue your travels."
Upon hearing this, the two girls' eyes lit up instantly, and they nodded repeatedly with joy and anticipation.
Then Xiao Ling led Lin Qingtan and Jiang Yinyin and left the Xuanling Mountain area together.
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The Chaotic Demon Sea is a vast territory, fraught with dangers, and the Heavenly Merchant Domain is the most unique place in this sea.
Located at the intersection of several seas, this place has a unique geographical location that makes the flow of people extremely complex. Cultivators from all over the country and forces from all over the world gather here, making it a mixed bag. The level of chaos in this place far exceeds that of other areas of the Chaotic Demon Sea.
Thanks to its extensive maritime trade routes, the Heavenly Commerce Domain has become the place with the most treasures and the most opportunities in the Chaotic Demon Sea.
Rare materials, natural treasures, and ancient artifacts from all over the world circulate here, attracting countless cultivators to travel thousands of miles to explore.
The entire Tian Shang Domain is composed of thousands of islands of varying sizes, connected together to form a vast expanse of land and sea.
This place is not only characterized by its complex terrain, but also by the intertwined and mutually restraining forces, appearing prosperous and peaceful on the surface, yet rife with undercurrents. And the core hub of the entire Tian Shang Domain is none other than the renowned Tian Shang City.
High in the sky, countless streams of light shuttled back and forth. Xiao Ling, along with Lin Qingtan and Jiang Yinyin, slowly walked through the air and gradually approached the area of Tian Shang City.
The closer one gets to the main city, the more bustling the atmosphere becomes. Countless cultivators fly through the air, streaks of light crisscrossing the sky, weaving a giant net of light in mid-air. The entire city is filled with the sounds of people, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere.
"It's so lively!"
Lin Qingtan opened her clear eyes and looked at the bustling scene before her that she had never seen before. Her tender little face was full of novelty and excitement.
"It's really lively."
Jiang Yinyin nodded in agreement, her eyes filled with obvious amazement. Having grown up in the Great Yan Dynasty, her perspective was naturally limited. Even after she entered the Dao Sect to cultivate, she often went out to train and saw the scenery of many regions, but such a grand scene with a large scale and a large number of cultivators was still very rare.
Seeing the two girls' delighted expressions, Xiao Ling smiled slightly and said gently, "Let's go directly to the main city of Tianshang City. The annual Tianshang Auction is being held here. You two have been diligently cultivating all day long, so today is a good opportunity for you to relax."
"Great!"
Upon hearing the words "auction," the two women's eyes lit up, and they exclaimed happily.
They all knew that Xiao Ling was incredibly wealthy and powerful, and he doted on them immensely. Whenever they participated in an auction, no matter what rare or precious item they fancied, Xiao Ling would buy it for them without hesitation.
The Tian Shang Domain is vast, but with Xiao Ling's speed, he traversed layers of sea in a short time and successfully arrived at the core area of the Tian Shang Domain.
At the edge of the horizon, an enormous city suddenly came into view, the entire city resembling a giant island perched on the sea, magnificent and grand.
Above the city, a faint yellow protective shield enveloped the city. Xiao Ling's gaze narrowed slightly, and he could clearly sense the array fluctuations flowing beneath the shield. Its strength and stability were in no way inferior to the Dao Sect's protective array.
This protective barrier does not usually hinder cultivators from entering the city; they can pass through without any obstacles.
Xiao Ling, accompanied by Lin Qingtan and Jiang Yinyin, followed the endless stream of people straight through the light barrier and into the Heavenly Mall. The moment he entered the city, his gaze swept across the area and immediately locked onto the most prominent building in the city center.
In the very center of the city, a black pavilion nearly a thousand feet tall stands quietly, exuding a calm and majestic aura. A powerful and vast aura slowly spreads in all directions, making it stand out from the crowd in the entire city.
In this Tian Shang Domain, no other force besides the Tian Shang Pavilion, which controls the entire region and holds a dominant position, can possess such a magnificent and colossal building.
Xiao Ling did not rush to take the two women directly into the Tian Shang Pavilion, nor did he immediately look for a place to stay.
Knowing that the two girls had come all the way with great curiosity, he simply accompanied them for a long stroll through the streets of Tianshang City, satisfying their desire to join in the fun and admire the bustling scene.
After the two women had enjoyed themselves, he took them to an elegant inn in the city for a temporary rest.
Night slowly descends, a crescent moon hangs high in the sky, its cool light spilling across the vast sea.
The shimmering waves swayed gently in the breeze, making the entire nearshore sea sparkle like fish scales spread across the ocean, creating a stunningly beautiful night view.
The night was quiet, the inn's windows were open, and the evening breeze carried the cool scent of the sea.
Xiao Ling stood alone by the window, looking up at the waning moon hanging high in the sky, quietly appreciating the stunningly beautiful moonlit night view before him.
As the evening breeze caressed his face, the bustling Tian Mall gradually returned to tranquility, but his thoughts drifted quietly into the distance.
In a daze, the faces of Xun'er and the others reappeared in his mind.
I wonder how my family members are doing on the Dou Qi Continent right now, and what they are doing.
Separated by another world, even with his immense power, he could not resist the longing that stretched across realms, and a faint sense of melancholy and concern quietly lingered in his heart.
Just as Xiao Ling was lost in thought, a light footstep suddenly came from outside the door.
He immediately gathered his scattered thoughts, calmly turned his head, and instantly sensed two familiar presences. Before the person outside could raise their hand to knock, Xiao Ling casually waved his hand, and the tightly closed door slowly opened by itself.
The door opened, and Jiang Yinyin's figure came into view first, with a little girl in a blue cotton coat beside her.
The little girl stared intently at Xiao Ling by the window with her big, dark eyes, looking exceptionally lively.
She looked quite young, but she was extremely delicate and adorable, with flawless features, like a meticulously sculpted porcelain doll.
With two small pigtails tied on her head, she looked sweet and adorable, making her seem endearing.
Such a delicate and well-behaved little girl would surely make anyone feel tenderness and want to hug her and cherish her.
On the other hand, Xiao Ling looked at the well-behaved and adorable little girl in front of him, raised his eyebrows slightly, and a look of interest flashed in his eyes.
He quietly observed the other person's youthful face and bright eyes. His gaze seemed casual, but he was actually subtly sensing and probing, as if trying to confirm some secrets.
Seeing this, Jiang Yinyin immediately spoke up to explain, her tone filled with a mixture of doubt and curiosity: "Brother Xiao Ling, this little girl suddenly appeared in my room, which is quite strange."
She glanced down at the timid little girl in green beside her and continued softly, "I was a little surprised at first, but for some reason, the moment I saw her, I felt a strange sense of familiarity and no sense of strangeness at all."
Hearing what Jiang Yinyin said, Xiao Ling's original guess became more certain. He looked at the little girl in blue in front of him with gentle eyes and asked softly, "Little girl, what is your name?"
The girl in green gently raised her hand, her little hand unconsciously tugging at the pigtails on her head. Her big, bright black eyes stared straight at Xiao Ling, and her soft, clear voice slowly rang out: "My name is Mu Lingshan."
As the girl finished speaking, her clear and soft voice reached our ears, as melodious as jade beads rolling onto a jade plate.
At this moment, her voice still carries the unique innocence and sweetness of a child. It is not hard to imagine that as she grows older, this beautiful voice alone will be enough to attract the admiration of countless people.
"Mu Lingshan, that's a lovely and pleasant name. Now that we know each other's names, we can be considered officially acquainted."
Xiao Ling smiled gently, first pointing to himself, then turning to Jiang Yinyin beside him, and slowly introduced, "My name is Xiao Ling, you can just call me Brother Xiao Ling from now on. This is Jiang Yinyin, you can call her Sister Yinyin."
"Hehe, Brother Xiao Ling, Sister Yin Yin!"
Mu Lingshan was exceptionally outgoing and greeted Jiang Yinyin sweetly, then affectionately reached out and hugged her arm.
The innate sense of closeness in her heart was incredibly genuine. Faced with the little girl's affectionate gesture, Jiang Yinyin felt no resistance whatsoever. Instead, she gently let the little girl snuggle up to her.
Seeing their harmonious and intimate demeanor, Xiao Ling couldn't help but smile knowingly.
In fact, the moment he heard Mu Lingshan say her name, he already knew the girl's background and understood everything.
Jiang Yinyin was the reincarnation of the Lord of Life and Death among the Eight Ancient Lords, while Mu Lingshan in front of her was actually transformed from the Ancestral Symbol of Life and Death.
Given the relationship between the two, such a heartfelt sense of familiarity and closeness is only natural and perfectly normal.
All eight ancestral talismans in the world possess their own spirituality, but from ancient times to the present, no ancestral talisman has ever been able to transform into a real human form and appear in the world.
Even the innocent and naive Mu Lingshan herself was completely unaware of her true identity, and had no idea that she was the Ancestral Symbol of Life and Death. (End of Chapter)