502: Half-demon

“This Lord/Monarch does not know what happened later, but it is rumored that the peerless Demon Emperor of the Golden Crow Clan disappeared and never reappeared. The Demon Court fell apart, with each faction ruling independently.”

“However, the entire Western Region is still under the control of these five truly ancient races, just in a different form.”

“Since the disappearance of the Demon Court, the Golden Crow Clan has not appeared in the outside world, so it is normal that you have not heard of this name.”

Black Demon Dao Lord’s tone softened.

“Senior just mentioned Half-Demon…”

Zhou Leren’s words shifted to the term Half-Demon.

“Half-Demons are hybrids of the Yao Race and Human Race, but they have always been rejected by the Yao Race of the Western Region.”

“The reason This Lord/Monarch determined that the Xi Wu Island person is a Half-Demon with the Golden Crow Bloodline is because the Bloodline Qi on that Junior was not strong, and his talent and strength were still somewhat lacking; he is not a true Golden Crow Clan member.”

“Moreover, if he were a true Golden Crow, why would he confine himself to this small Chaotic Sea?”

Inside the stone tablet, Black Demon Dao Lord’s attitude was surprisingly good, and he explained in a faint voice.

“Golden Crow Half-Demon… with such talent and strength still somewhat lacking…”

Zhou Leren sighed softly.

Xi Hong, whether in strength or talent, was an outstanding individual, yet in the Black Demon Dao Lord’s words, he was not that exceptional.

However, compared to those truly powerful races, it was understandable.

“Thank you, Senior, for informing us.”

Zhou Leren stood up and bowed respectfully, not pushing his luck. Today’s gains had already far exceeded his expectations.

“This Lord/Monarch reminds you to act cautiously. Although the people of Xiwu Divine Hall are only Half-Demons and not pure-blooded Golden Crows, a Golden Crow is a Golden Crow. Their Bloodline Power is strong and should not be underestimated.”

“If possible, try not to make an enemy of them.”

Although Half-Demons are not tolerated by the Yao Race of the Western Region, there might be exceptions. If they were to offend them severely and provoke the Golden Crow Clan, then there would truly be no way out.

Black Demon Dao Lord’s voice gradually faded until it disappeared. If he hadn’t been afraid of implicating the Zhou Family, he wouldn’t have bothered to care.

Perhaps the destruction of the Zhou Family would be the best option, allowing him to regain his freedom, but this power must not be related to the Yao Race of the Western Region.

This was also the main reason he proactively shared this information.

“Haha…”

Upon hearing this, Zhou Leren let out a bitter laugh. People’s wishes often do not come true so easily.

“Senior’s words, the Zhou Family will engrave them in their hearts.”

Zhou Leren wiped away his bitter smile and bowed again towards the tall, ancient stone tablet.

“This Xi Wu Island actually has such a powerful origin…”

Zhou Tailai couldn't help but exclaim.

“This is a bit troublesome…”

Zhou Leyi had a worried expression on his face.

Counting from the first attempt to win them over, the Zhou Family had already offended Xiwu Divine Hall several times. Adding this time, this reminder came a bit too late.

However, even if the reminder had come earlier, the outcome would not have been different. As the saying goes, 'those with different Daos cannot conspire together,' and so it was.

“No need to worry too much. Not to mention that Half-Demons are inherently disdained by the Yao Race, if Xiwu Divine Hall truly had ties to the Golden Crow Clan itself, how could it be constrained by Cen Ling Dao Palace?”

Zhou Liyue thought for a moment and smiled at them.

Zhou Leren and Zhou Leyi nodded, agreeing with Zhou Liyue’s words.

As for Zhou Tailai, after a sigh, during their conversation, he sighed again and continued to sit beneath the tall, ancient stone tablet.

His Divine Sense continued to probe into the stone tablet.

Within the stone tablet, beneath the tall mountain formed by five fingers, the black, eerie figure sensed the figure seated before the stone tablet, wearing a scholarly cap and with star-filled eyes, and the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.

He finally understood; this person was a stubborn one… In the western part of the Chaotic Sea, a precious carriage/chariot pulled by eight Celestial Horses broke through the air from a distance, heading towards the huge island.

“Saint, how was it?”

As the precious carriage/chariot descended, Venerable Xi Heng, who had received the news, was already waiting there.

“Elder Xi Heng, the people of the Zhou Family of Guizhou Island are not as rumored. I will not marry that Miss Zhou.”

Xi Hong’s figure flew out from the precious carriage/chariot and landed in front of Venerable Xi Heng.

“This, this was personally instructed by the Palace Master. How can it be refused?”

Venerable Xi Heng’s expression changed slightly, and he subtly questioned Xi Hong.

“This Saint will explain this matter to the Palace Master himself.”

Saint Xi Hong’s voice was cold. He cupped his hands in a salute to Venerable Xi Heng, then bypassed him and flew towards the location of the main hall of Xiwu Divine Hall in the distance.

He wanted to meet the Palace Master to cancel this order, which was issued due to false rumors.

A short while later.

Saint Xi Hong emerged from the main hall. Relying on his powerful talent, the Palace Master of West Wu Divine Hall listened to his words and indeed did not bring up the matter again.

After that, Xi Hong did not continue his seclusion on Xi Wu Island; instead, he left Xi Wu Island.

The precious carriage/chariot pulled by eight Celestial Horses traversed the Li Luan Sea Region.

More than a month later, great tides surged in the Li Luan Sea Region. First Holy Son Xi Hong emerged from seclusion, broke through to Soul Transformation, and in one month, successively challenged over ten veteran Nascent Soul Venerables.

He suffered no defeats.

Among them, most were Soul Transformation powerhouses from the Cen Ling Dao Palace faction, and there was even a Nascent Soul Venerable from Cen Ling Dao Palace.

This was a Genius Disciple of Cen Ling Dao Palace who was several generations older than Xi Hong and had long since advanced to the venerable Soul Transformation Realm, yet today he was defeated by First Holy Son Xi Hong of Xiwu Divine Hall.

For a time, the name of First Holy Son Xi Hong widely circulated throughout the Li Luan Sea Region.

He single-handedly surpassed the previous struggles of numerous Geniuses, claiming the throne of the Foremost Genius of the Chaotic Sea.

Meanwhile, in Cen Ling Dao Palace, the most talented current Senior Brother was still in seclusion and had not emerged.

Some speculated that there would certainly be a battle between the most outstanding Disciples of these two behemoths, though no one knew when. Some secretly anticipated it.

After this month, due to Xi Hong’s name, the prestige of Xiwu Divine Hall gradually rose.

This was the declaration Xi Hong made before the Palace Master of West Wu Divine Hall: no need for a marriage alliance, he alone could reverse the decline… Six months later.

In the northern part of the Chaotic Sea, on Qingyang Peak within Gui Zhou Island, which was perennially shrouded in mist, a figure in purple robes and with purple hair emerged from seclusion.

His body exuded a restrained thunderous aura, clearly indicating significant progress during this seclusion.

Qingyang Peak summit.

Zhou Xiutong looked at the various messages in her hand, appearing slightly silent.

“First Holy Son Xi Hong…”

A moment later, this name slowly surfaced in Zhou Xiutong’s mind.

“Wait for me.”

Zhou Xiutong gently clenched her fist, and purple-gold lightning danced.

Because of her, two Seniors of her Family were humiliated by Xi Hong. She was determined to seek an explanation for this matter, but now was not the time.

After all, she had not yet broken through to Soul Transformation. Confronting Xi Hong now, she would certainly not be his opponent.

A Breakthrough in a major Realm cannot be achieved overnight; this matter cannot be rushed.

Zhou Xiutong suppressed Xi Hong’s name in her heart, no longer thinking about it. She calmed her mind and entered into cultivation.