Hearing Wei Chen's explanation, Yan Qiqi, Elegant, Qingling, and Zhao Yu couldn't help but admire his cleverness in silence.
Wei Chen's thoughts were truly difficult to guess if he didn't share them himself.
The women he had encountered in the Soul World, aside from those within the Peach Blossom Sect, had all been met and their situations clarified; everything that needed to be done had been completed.
However, regarding the Peach Blossom Sect, Wei Chen provided no information at all, which left them feeling puzzled.
After hearing his explanation, Yan Qiqi, Elegant, Qingling, and Zhao Yu all felt that Wei Chen's wisdom was beyond what ordinary people could imagine.
Moreover, they understood that Wei Chen was a person who valued emotions and cherished the past deeply.
Even with his terrifying strength now, he was unwilling to abandon the Peach Blossom Sect.
The four women knew very well that if Wei Chen wanted to, he could elevate the strength of the people in the Peach Blossom Sect to a formidable level within just a few breaths.
But he chose not to do so.
He had his own reasoning.
By eliminating the dross and retaining the essence, only then could such actions be justified; otherwise, helping those with wavering resolve would be a great loss.
Furthermore, Yan Qiqi, Elegant, Qingling, and Zhao Yu believed that Wei Chen might not help the people of the Peach Blossom Sect enhance their strength. Instead, granting them cultivation methods and resources for self-improvement was the right path.
That would be responsible for the Peach Blossom Sect.
Because this matter was entirely unrelated to Yan Qiqi, Elegant, Qingling, and Zhao Yu, Wei Chen's status in their hearts had significantly improved. A man with loyalty and responsibility, strength and strategy, thoughtfulness and vision—how could such an outstanding man not be loved?
Loving the wrong man is a tragedy for women. Yet Yan Qiqi, Elegant, Qingling, and Zhao Yu never felt they had chosen wrongly; on the contrary, they increasingly felt they had made the right choice—very much so.
"Brother, what you are doing is very beneficial for the future of the Peach Blossom Sect. I support you. However, regarding that Seven-Colored Devouring Python, you mustn't be so ruthless; you can't hurt a woman's heart like that," Yan Qiqi said seriously as she looked at Wei Chen.
Upon hearing Yan Qiqi's words, Wei Chen smiled wryly and replied, "What can I do then?"
"You can just send a message directly to the Seven-Colored Devouring Python; she will understand," Yan Qiqi said.
"No," Wei Chen shook his head. "You underestimate her too much. Her stubbornness is unprecedented."
Yan Qiqi tilted her head and thought for a moment, a dimple appearing on her face as she said, "Brother, let me give it a try."
"You?"
"Yes, let me go. I won't mess things up," Yan Qiqi smiled.
Wei Chen sighed and replied, "Alright, just be careful. If it doesn't work out, bring her back here. Don't let her return to the Peach Blossom Sect. I need the Peach Blossom Sect to be in a state of panic; the more panic there is, the better it will be for us."
"Okay, I understand," Yan Qiqi said with a sweet smile.
...
Ni Junlin had been cursing for several hours, her momentum dwindling to almost nothing. The Upper Realm's strong army showed no reaction at all, leaving Ni Junlin utterly exhausted. Moreover, she had not received the mental message from Wei Chen that she had expected!
"Wei Chen! Demon Lotus Emperor! You are going too far!"
"I look down on cowards like you!"
"If you don't come out soon, I'll have to take matters into my own hands!"
As soon as Ni Junlin finished speaking, she saw a sweet and lovely girl flying gracefully towards her.
It was none other than Yan Qiqi, who had come at her request.
Upon seeing Yan Qiqi, Ni Junlin was momentarily stunned. From Yan Qiqi, she sensed a strong aura of royalty.
This aura was not oppressive nor was it intentionally emitted by Yan Qiqi; it was the innate reverence that members of the demon race felt towards the Demon King. When the Seven-Colored Devouring Python transformed into human form, it became a standard demon race entity. Any demon could sense the aura of the Demon King emanating from Yan Qiqi.
Ni Junlin stared in disbelief at Yan Qiqi, her massive body thrashing about until the moment she laid eyes on Yan Qiqi, when it abruptly ceased.
Could she continue to thrash about? What was the point in front of the Demon King?
Everyone watched in astonishment as the fierce and imposing Seven-Colored Devouring Python transformed. A young girl descended from the Upper Realm Army, and as soon as she appeared, her movements halted. Her enormous form gradually shrank down until it became a beautiful, aloof woman.
The Red Dragon also morphed into human form, revealing a somewhat wooden and dull-looking young man.
Some people had already figured it out; the Seven-Colored Devouring Python and the Divine Dragon were none other than Ni Junlin and Gu Yuehong from the Peach Blossom Sect!
"Is that really Ni Junlin and Gu Yuehong?"
"Are their true forms the Seven-Colored Devouring Python and the Divine Dragon?"
"The Peach Blossom Sect is too powerful; the reputation of the Central Domain's top Cloud Spirit Sect has shifted from the Fire Sect to the Peach Blossom Sect."
"Sigh, if they can safely get through this ordeal, the Peach Blossom Sect will soar to new heights."
"Look at that girl who came down from the Upper Realm Army; she seems warm and friendly, but judging by Ni Junlin and Gu Yuehong's expressions, things don't look good at all!"
In mid-air, under the gaze of millions, Gu Yuehong and Ni Junlin looked horrified as they stared at Yan Qiqi. Whether as the Seven-Colored Devouring Python or as the Red Dragon, both felt their knees weaken at that moment.
The aura emanating from Yan Qiqi was imperceptible to humans, but for demonkind, it was an irresistible force!
Under countless watchful eyes, Ni Junlin and Gu Yuehong exchanged a glance before kneeling in mid-air before Yan Qiqi.
On Shenzhou, witnessing this scene, Wei Chen, Zhao Yu, and the Elegant Spirit sisters were stunned. What was going on? How could the once proud and aloof Ni Junlin kneel before Yan Qiqi? They had nothing to offer!
Ni Junlin knelt; what was happening with Gu Yuehong? Why join in this spectacle?
As Wei Chen pondered this, a sudden realization struck her. Could it be due to Qiqi's identity as a Demon King? Ni Junlin and Gu Yuehong's true forms were the Seven-Colored Devouring Python and the Red Dragon—both were pure demonkind. They must have sensed Qiqi's demonic royal aura and thus knelt…
This is the only explanation that makes sense, and Wei Chen's guess was correct.
However, how could the people of the Peach Blossom Sect and those around them, who had just witnessed the Seven-Colored Devouring Python and the Red Dragon flaunting their power, suddenly kneel before a girl? What on earth happened?
Just moments ago, those from the Soul World still held some confidence in the Seven-Colored Devouring Python and the Red Dragon. But now, they felt utterly hopeless. The once formidable Seven-Colored Devouring Python and Red Dragon, whom they had hoped would achieve great things, had inexplicably retracted their fierce aura and knelt before the girl like docile lambs.
The people of the Soul World couldn't help but wonder who this girl was, with her gentle smile reminiscent of a neighborly sister.
Under everyone's gaze, Yan Qiqi reached out to help Ni Junlin and Gu Yuehong to their feet, softly saying, "Stop causing a scene. Just go back. Wei Chen has his own plans; this matter is not as simple as you think."
Hearing Yan Qiqi's words, Ni Junlin hesitated for a moment, gritting her teeth before asking, "May I ask if you are the Demon King?"
"Yes, I have inherited the divine artifact Refining Demon Pot and am the Demon King of countless worlds. However, sister, I am just like you; I am also Wei Chen's woman," Yan Qiqi replied with a charming smile at Ni Junlin.
Ni Junlin shook her head. "Demon King, I am not Wei Chen's woman. He and the Demon Lotus Emperor deceived me together; I will not forgive them."
"Who can clearly distinguish right from wrong? Sister, please go back for now. Remember not to disclose anything about Wei Chen to anyone. Brother Wei Chen asked me to tell you that he cannot come out right now and cannot share any information about his involvement with the Upper Realm Army with the people of Peach Blossom Sect," Yan Qiqi said with a smile.
Ni Junlin frowned and asked, "Demon King, may I ask why? I will not leave without an answer."
What a stubborn woman!
Yan Qiqi secretly chuckled; such a woman would indeed be troublesome for Wei Chen—she seemed difficult to handle.
"Let me put it this way: all of the Upper Realm Army are Brother Wei Chen's subordinates. They came to the Soul World this time on a mission. Once the mission is completed, he will naturally explain everything to you," Yan Qiqi said gently.
After hearing Yan Qiqi's words, even if Ni Junlin was stubborn, she could not press further. The Demon King's presence was overwhelming; standing before her and feeling that astonishing aura of the demon race left Ni Junlin feeling dizzy.
"This woman must be the Golden Dragon King in her true form; she already suppresses me on her own. Plus, she possesses a very special weapon that is the root cause of my inability to resist."
"What role does she play beside Wei Chen? Is such a powerful Demon King really one of Wei Chen's women?"
"All of her Upper Realm Army are under Wei Chen's command... Then, how formidable must Wei Chen's strength be?"
"So many armies have come to the Soul World; what exactly is the mission?"
Ni Junlin thought to himself, then bowed deeply to Yan Qiqi and said, "Demon King, I shall take my leave now."
"Mm, remember not to reveal any information about Wei Chen. His absence is for a reason. Let them create their own chaos within the Peach Blossom Sect; that is Wei Chen's intention," Yan Qiqi replied.
Ni Junlin pondered for a moment, nodded, and said, "Alright, I will."
Gu Yuehong also bowed deeply to Yan Qiqi and said solemnly, "Demon King, I am leaving now."
"Mm." Yan Qiqi nodded with a cheerful smile, resembling a gentle elder treating her juniors...
In truth, Yan Qiqi was the Demon King, and all the demon clans in the Ancient World Spatial Dimension System were her subjects; there was no doubt about it.
Back on the Warship, Wei Chen immediately asked Yan Qiqi, "Qiqi, how did you do that?"
Wei Chen had not overheard the conversation between Yan Qiqi and Ni Junlin or Gu Yuehong. Although he could have easily eavesdropped, he chose not to; it was a fundamental trust in his woman. In this world, if he couldn't trust Lian Yanqi, Wei Chen truly didn't know whom he could trust.
Yan Qiqi smiled gently and said, "Brother, it's because I am the Demon King. This is all part of the charm of being a Demon King, you understand?"
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