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A gentle breeze brushed against their faces on the warm Mediterranean beach, where a blonde beauty in minimal swimwear chased the waves. Everywhere, sun-kissed arms and legs were on display, and Azure Sky Ancestor, dressed in tropical attire, stood out flamboyantly. Beside him, Liexiezi smiled as he watched his senior brother flirt shamelessly with several Italian ladies.
After escaping from his predicament, Liexiezi needed only a day and night to regain his strength, concealing the bizarre appearance of the Celestial Demon and transforming into an ordinary human. Aside from his eyes still faintly glowing green, there was no other flaw. However, in a place where people of European descent were diverse, Azure Sky Ancestor's black hair and eyes drew even more attention.
Before his cultivation journey, Liexiezi was also a charming figure, indulging in poetry and wine. After leaving the Kunlun Celestial Path, Azure Sky Ancestor gradually became less strict about the rules of asceticism. When he suggested celebrating Liexiezi's freedom by finding a place to enjoy themselves, Liexiezi had not anticipated how much the world had changed over a millennium.
The brothels and taverns of old were now long gone. Yet modern entertainment was a hundred times richer than in ancient times—nightclubs, casinos, and various clubs offered everything imaginable; if one had money, they could indulge in any pleasure they desired.
For instance, right now, Azure Sky Ancestor brought Liexiezi to this sunlit beach. As they sat down casually, countless stunning women cast flirtatious glances at the two mature men who resembled successful figures. Blondes and redheads from France, Germany, England, and other countries strutted in sheer fabrics at this world-renowned tourist destination.
Although Azure Sky Ancestor was elderly, he appeared vigorous and youthful. Dressed in shorts with his upper body bare, he lay on a Hummer on the beach with an air of confidence. Liexiezi dared not be as casual; despite his ruthless nature, the conservative mindset from a thousand years ago made him less open-minded. He settled for wearing long pants and a shirt with rolled-up sleeves—an improvement for him.
However, Liexiezi's flawless physique revealed just a hint of muscle at the collar of his shirt, exuding an undeniable allure.
"Fourth Senior Brother lives this way every day; no wonder he refuses to ascend," Liexiezi remarked.
Azure Sky Ancestor chuckled and replied, "Twelfth Disciple must still be yearning for enlightenment. Honestly, I’ve grown tired of this lifestyle too. But is it really that easy to comprehend the final hurdle?"
Liexiezi smiled faintly but remained silent on the matter. His failure to cultivate Xian Dao was a lifelong regret; ascending in this life was already beyond his reach. The mixed vitality of the Celestial Demon could not withstand the energy vortex of shattered voids. As for solutions, he could only abandon his cultivation and seek rebirth to start anew.
Suddenly, both fell silent and began to ponder their thoughts.
The beautiful women who had been surrounding Azure Sky Ancestor noticed that both men had stopped talking. After teasing them for a while without any response, they gracefully departed.
The Mediterranean scenery was charmingly captivating. The gentle waves lapped at the shore while a light breeze blew; this pristine beach teemed with life beneath its surface. Ordinary people might only see shells washed ashore by the waves, but Azure Sky Ancestor and Liexiezi were far from ordinary—they could see fish, seaweed, and reefs dozens of miles beneath the ocean's surface. Even clouds hundreds of miles away could not escape their keen eyes.
"A Belarusian girl is heading this way," Azure Sky Ancestor suddenly spoke up.
Liexiezi raised an eyebrow in surprise and looked up toward the horizon; he had sensed it too—a battle was taking place not far from the coast. However, such levels of conflict barely piqued his interest.
"What does that have to do with me?" he replied casually before looking up at the sky with a sudden smile. "Fourth Senior Brother isn't getting any ideas again, is he? If so, why not act immediately to rescue her?"
Azure Sky Ancestor was teased by Liexiezi, who merely chuckled and said, "I have only met that girl once. I have no interest in the internal strife of the International Demon Alliance. However, these people are arguing in front of me without even greeting me. How uncultured! The International Demon Alliance is now just a scattered bunch without Yuan Qian Kun."
Liexiezi slightly closed his eyes; he had lost all his treasures and had no interest in any conflicts.
Seeing Liexiezi's demeanor, Azure Sky Ancestor said no more. He casually tossed something into the air, and a stream of black mist shot up into the sky, transforming into a colossal beast resembling a ferocious creature with wings, roaring as it charged toward the battlefield.
Liexiezi watched Qingmingzi's actions with mild surprise, thinking to himself, "Brother Qingmingzi still enjoys studying these peculiar things. It's a pity that these spells are flashy but impractical; summoning beasts is merely a low-level technique."
From Liexiezi's perspective, he certainly did not regard ordinary spells highly. To him, Qingmingzi's artificial beast was akin to weeds. However, for those engaged in battle among the clouds, their feelings were entirely different.
The four monsters surrounding the severely injured woman saw the beast and shouted in unison, "Oh no! It's the ancestor's beast!"
Duskaya was being overwhelmed by her enemies when she suddenly felt a release of pressure. The Arctic Ice Electric Claw erupted violently, forcing back the four attackers. When she looked up and saw the beast, her heart raced with both fear and joy as she hurriedly broke through the encirclement and fled toward the beach.
One of the enemies chasing Duskaya was about to pursue her when he was immediately stopped by his companion.
"Are you crazy? The appearance of the beast means the ancestor is nearby. Since he has intervened, if we go after her, it would be like seeking death! We should retreat!"
The monster who was stopped felt quite dissatisfied with his companion's actions, but seeing that the other two were also fearful, he dared not resist and slowly followed them away from the coastline.
As Duskaya flew halfway, to avoid causing a commotion on the beach, she dove into the sea and swam toward the shore. When she finally set foot on the sand, her body was drenched in cold seawater, clinging to her figure and revealing her exquisite form. Her golden hair stuck to her cheeks, dripping wet as water flowed from its tips.
She had been injured by her enemies on her back, ribs, and left leg. After crawling onto the beach and managing only a few steps, she could no longer hold on and collapsed onto the sand. Liexiezi extended his fingers, and a green light enveloped Duskaya, pulling her to his side next to Azure Sky Ancestor. Azure Sky Ancestor was startled and quickly cast a spell to shield them from ordinary people's gaze. He had become accustomed to concealing their presence with his spells. However, Liexiezi had no such concept a thousand years ago.
In ancient times, knowledge was limited; practitioners and monsters flying around were completely unattainable for ordinary people. Therefore, there was no concern for how ordinary people perceived their actions. After all, if seen by others, they would only be worshipped in awe. In contrast, modern society is dominated by technology. If monsters do not restrain their behavior anymore, they might find themselves on international news headlines within twenty-four hours. As society developed, corresponding rules and regulations increased.
Liexiezi shrugged slightly in apology. Azure Sky Ancestor waved his hand dismissively and patted Duskaya gently, infusing her with pure vital energy. After a brief examination, he realized that Duskaya's injuries were severe; her demonic power was nearly depleted. The situation could not have been worse.
With thousands of years of cultivation's pure vital energy flowing into her, Duskaya felt an immediate surge of strength. Just as she opened her mouth to speak, Azure Sky Ancestor gestured for her to focus on healing instead. Understanding this opportunity was crucial, Duskaya concentrated on channeling Arctic Ice Electric energy; gradually her demonic power began to recover as various injuries were expelled from her body by Azure Sky Ancestor's robust vital energy. Demons naturally possessed stronger recovery abilities than ordinary practitioners; Duskaya's nickname of Arctic Ice Bear wasn't given lightly—within half an hour or so she had almost fully recovered and her pale face regained its vibrant color.
Azure Sky Ancestor withdrew his hand and said calmly, "Alright! Why were you being hunted by those people? Tell me now! I remember your position in the International Demon Alliance was not low; how did you end up alone?"
Duskaya knelt before Azure Sky Ancestor with a hint of tears in her voice as she said, "Ancestor! Zhou Qingzhe and Zhang Rongying are traitors who not only betrayed the Chairman but also colluded with members of the Demon Hunting Team to hunt down brothers who opposed them. Now that the other two executing orders from the Chairman dare not act recklessly either, we loyalists to Grand Chairman can only flee for our lives from their pursuit. Please help us seek justice!"
Duskaya was in a state of desperation, knowing that although the Azure Sky Ancestor was not a member of the International Demon Alliance, he had a close relationship with Chairman Yuan Qian Kun. Today, he had come to her aid, so she believed she could trust him.
The Azure Sky Ancestor smiled lightly. How could he interfere in the internal affairs of the International Demon Alliance? After all, he was not aligned with the demons. Although he had collaborated with Yuan Qian Kun in the past, it was a different matter when it came to Yuan Qian Kun taking the lead.
Duskaya sorted through her thoughts and was about to speak again when suddenly a convoy of police vehicles roared onto the beach. A loudspeaker blared repeatedly: "This area is suspected of having criminals who have placed bombs. All tourists are requested to leave immediately in an orderly manner. Repeat: Suspected criminals have planted bombs, experts will be entering shortly, tourists please evacuate immediately!"
The Azure Sky Ancestor was slightly taken aback, while Liexiezi wore a mocking smile. They both sensed two powerful demonic energies lurking nearby. This so-called police force seemed rather suspicious. Although Duskaya couldn't perceive that level of power, the sudden turn of events made her cautious. However, seeing the calm demeanor of the Azure Sky Ancestor reassured her; despite not knowing much about this short and sturdy old man, she was certain he was an extraordinary master. With the Azure Sky Ancestor backing her up, she felt fearless.
With the police presence and such alarming news, panic swept through the area like a flock of startled chickens. Several high-pitched voices screamed in terror. Within ten minutes, the scene was cleared. The police merely set up a perimeter and did nothing else.
Both the Azure Sky Ancestor and Liexiezi remained seated and undisturbed. Soon after, a luxury car drove onto the beach, and two middle-aged Asian men stepped out one after another.
"Zhou Qingzhe! Zhang Rongying! It's those two bastards!" Duskaya gritted her teeth in anger but found herself frozen in place under Zhou Qingzhe's casual glance; it felt as if her feet were nailed to the ground. Though Zhou Qingzhe was not one of Kyo Kusanagi's group, as one of the five executive chairmen of the International Demon Alliance, he was among the top-tier powerhouses of this era. Duskaya held a respectable rank within the International Demon Alliance but still felt a significant gap between herself and Zhou Qingzhe. That gap was so vast that if Zhou Qingzhe wished, he could easily decide her fate with just a thought.
"What an imposing presence! But this little trick is child's play! You have no business here; Duskaya, step aside!"
The Azure Sky Ancestor subtly shifted his stance, causing Zhou Qingzhe's pressure to dissipate into thin air. Duskaya realized that being impulsive at this moment would be futile and retreated to the side. However, she couldn't help but worry whether the Azure Sky Ancestor could match Zhou Qingzhe or if it remained uncertain; after all, Zhou Qingzhe was accompanied by his partner Zhang Rongying. While Zhou Qingzhe enjoyed indulgence and pleasure—often perceived as unfathomable—Zhang Rongying was known for being low-key yet coldly resilient. Although Zhou Qingzhe often took center stage, rumors in the Dark World suggested that Zhang Rongying's strength surpassed his.
Liexiezi had reached a level of mastery where even Duskaya—and even Zhou Qingzhe and Zhang Rongying—couldn't discern his depth; they regarded him merely as an unknown junior. Seeing Azure Sky Ancestor take action made Zhou Qingzhe laugh heartily and arrogantly say, "Old Ancestor seems quite relaxed lately; my brothers have invited you several times without receiving a response. Now that we happen to meet, I wonder if you would consider accepting our offer to become the Executive Chairman for the America Region of the International Demon Alliance?"
Zhou Qingzhe's tone carried an implicit pressure. The Azure Sky Ancestor replied calmly, "Isn't the Executive Chairman for the America Region usually Old Monkey Yuan Qian Kun? I don't believe I have the capability to compete with Elder Monkey for that position. You can spare me this invitation."
Zhou Qingzhe chuckled and said, "Doesn't Old Ancestor know? Elder has already ascended and will never return to this realm! The America Region is our largest executive area within the International Demon Alliance; it cannot remain vacant for even a day! Only you possess the cultivation to hold this position securely. Today we came with sincerity; please do not refuse!"
The Azure Sky Ancestor countered sharply: "I have a principle of never siding with those weaker than myself; offending Elder Monkey over your trivial gains is hardly worth it. Just because you trapped him in an Alternate Dimension Space with your Demon Hunting Team leader does not mean you can rest easy. Elder Monkey's abilities are likely beyond your comprehension. When he returns with his might once more, I do not wish to confront Elder Monkey's myriad methods."
Zhou Qingzhe's face flushed with anger at being exposed by the Azure Sky Ancestor; he shouted loudly: "Azure Wind old man, don't be ungrateful! We are giving you face by calling you Old Ancestor; otherwise..."
As Zhou Qingzhe threatened him, Zhang Rongying stepped forward slightly, subtly forming an encirclement around the Azure Sky Ancestor.
The Azure Sky Ancestor's brow twitched in irritation; it had been centuries since someone dared to threaten him so openly. If it were any other day, he might still fear their combined strength—after all, both were formidable executive chairmen within the International Demon Alliance—but today marked a turning point: Liexiezi had broken free from centuries of suppression and stood by his side now. Although he wasn't entirely sure about Liexiezi's current strength, even if they weren't guaranteed to defeat Zhou Qingzhe and Zhang Rongying together, they certainly wouldn't fear their threats.
With this support in mind, the Azure Sky Ancestor felt emboldened against Zhou Qingzhe's intimidation. He let out a low grunt and fell silent. Mistaking this for submission on his part, Zhou Qingzhe feigned joviality and declared loudly: "If Old Ancestor is willing to join our International Demon Alliance, not only is there a seat waiting for you as Executive Chairman for America Region, but we also have a personal gift prepared for you."
As soon as Zhou Qingzhe's voice fell, a subordinate immediately presented him with an iron box. He casually opened it and said, "Not long ago, my brothers and I stumbled upon this Millennium Purple Longevity. We wouldn't dare to enjoy it privately, so we specially present it to you, Ancestor."
In discussions among demons, there was rarely any scheming; they often spoke plainly. Although Zhou Qingzhe employed various tactics while managing human enterprises, he couldn't be bothered to play such games when negotiating with the Azure Sky Ancestor. He preferred to use threats and generous offers, discarding all pretenses.
The Azure Sky Ancestor exclaimed in surprise, "Impressive! Zhou, you truly are generous! This Millennium Purple Longevity is a rare treasure in the world; consuming it can easily grant one an additional lease on life."
Zhou Qingzhe smiled proudly and replied, "I never skimp on my brothers. Unlike Elder, who always hoards the Gouli Heaven's Tome and refuses to share."
Hmph! The Azure Sky Ancestor shook his head and said, "You must have sensed it too; Elder Monkey's aura is already faintly approaching. It won't be long before he breaks free. If you think you can use the Millennium Purple Longevity to bribe me into helping you deal with Elder Monkey, you might as well give up. I won't engage in such a losing deal. Although the Millennium Purple Longevity is a rare gem that can form a unique energy within a cultivator's body and produce the ethereal Purple Qi to help repair bodily damage, even if Confronted Yuan Qian Kun had ten more lives, it still wouldn't be enough. Not to mention just one Millennium Purple Longevity!"
Zhang Rongying had remained silent until now when he spoke up seriously, "We have the leader of the Demon Hunting Team, along with their Arlen Xuding Si helper, Wu Dong Shen, and Camberto from the True Flame Sect. Kyo Kusanagi already has four people on our side; why should we fear Yuan Qian Kun's return?"
The Azure Sky Ancestor snorted and said, "Old Zhang, you know better than anyone that if sheer numbers could level the playing field in battle, this world would look very different by now."
Zhou Qingzhe shouted angrily, "Azure Wind! Are you really refusing to cooperate with us?"
The Azure Sky Ancestor casually tore off his shorts and replied indifferently, "Of course not!"
The situation took a dramatic turn.
(To be continued)
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