176: Wang Mu's position

Rumble!!!

A series of rumbling sounds instantly roared out from the abyss.

Carrying an extremely terrifying power.

So much so that, around the abyss, and even the seawater above the abyss, was instantly annihilated by an extremely domineering force at this moment.

This space directly turned into a vacuum zone.

Even with the protection of the Water-Repelling Pearl's shield, under this extremely terrifying energy, Zhao Changsheng couldn't help but tremble, and the fear that had previously enveloped his mind once again crept back.

He only felt as if a mountain range was pressing down on him; the terrifying force even caused Zhao Changsheng's entire skeleton to constantly tremble.

And even, tiny cracks began to appear.

It must be known that, after some enhancements by the Demonic Cult, the current Zhao Changsheng was no longer as simple as he was in the Bone Forging Realm.

The current Zhao Changsheng had already reached the Golden Body Realm.

He already possessed the power of a Twelve Demonic Envoy!!

Golden Body Realm powerhouses, whether among the Otherworldly Demons or the Great Xia Human Clan, were considered pillars of strength.

However, facing this terrifying pressure, even with his Golden Body Realm Cultivation, Zhao Changsheng still felt an irresistible sensation.

“Ocean Gu Demon Emperor… Demon Emperor… In this abyss, there actually lives a Demon Emperor-level existence!!”

Wang Mu's previous words still echoed in Zhao Changsheng's mind, and his pupils couldn't help but slightly contract.

In the Blue Star Ocean, a Demon Emperor-level Otherworldly Demon was hidden.

If such news were to appear in Great Xia, it would probably be like a bomb, enough to bring unparalleled shock to Great Xia!

After all, in the Great Xia Human Clan's understanding, Demon Emperors had to live in the Otherworldly Demon World, which was the world beyond the dimensional rift.

Otherwise, the Devilish Qi in Blue Star alone would make it difficult to provide enough Devilish Qi for a Demon Emperor to Cultivate.

Without enough Devilish Qi, even a Demon Emperor-level powerhouse would gradually decline in Cultivation over time.

Of course, this passage of time could be said to be very slow; it might take hundreds of years to regress by a small Realm.

But even so, a Demon Emperor-level existence would not tolerate his Cultivation decreasing.

He had managed to Cultivate to his current Realm with great difficulty; if his Cultivation were to decrease due to a lack of Devilish Qi nourishment, that would not be a good thing.

Therefore, Demon Emperor-level powerhouses generally would not appear on Blue Star unless they were planning an invasion of the Great Xia Human Clan.

Even if they did appear, it would only be for a short while, and sometimes, their true body wouldn't even appear.

Just like in Iron City before, the Ape Demon Emperor initially only wanted to have one of his arms descend to test Wu Lin's identity.

Who knew that the Martial Saint was actually stationed there.

He forcibly dragged the Ape Demon Emperor out.

And now… in the Blue Star Ocean, there actually lives a Demon Emperor-level existence.

This… could it be a hidden tactic of the Otherworldly Demons?

“When… did the Great Xia Human Clan become aware of this Emperor’s existence!”

Suddenly, a low voice echoed in this vacuum zone, the sound like a muffled thunderclap from the Nine Heavens.

In just an instant, Zhao Changsheng felt as if his eardrums were about to burst from this sound.

However, Wang Mu, who was beside him, seemed completely unaffected, still maintaining a respectful demeanor.

“I have come by order to invite Gu Demon Emperor-sama to emerge from seclusion!”

As Wang Mu’s voice fell, a blue figure suddenly appeared in front of him.

He looked no different from a Human Race, but his entire skin was blue.

Wrinkled, and even covered with dense scales.

Behind his ears, there were even gill-like structures, constantly opening and closing.

This person merely stood there, yet he exuded an extremely terrifying sense of oppression, so much so that the seawater outside the vacuum zone began to ripple continuously.

It seemed to be affected by this person as well.

“Come by order? Whose order?”

The Gu Demon Emperor looked at Wang Mu indifferently, his words carrying a hint of disdain.

“Since when did this Emperor need to obey anyone else’s orders?”

“Human Race junior… do you know that your words will thoroughly enrage this Emperor?”

The Gu Demon Emperor’s voice carried no emotional fluctuations; only endless coldness.

As his words fell, the temperature of the entire ocean suddenly dropped at that moment.

The surrounding seawater also seemed to form ice crystals under this cold temperature.

For a moment, even Zhao Changsheng, with his Golden Body Realm Cultivation, couldn’t help but shiver.

He looked at Wang Mu with some worry.

However, he wasn't worried about Wang Mu, but rather afraid that he himself would be affected if Wang Mu angered the other party.

After all… this was a Demon Emperor-level existence!

A terrifying existence comparable to the Ten Saints of Great Xia; even a hint of his wrath would be enough to completely erase his tiny Golden Body Realm self from this world.

He didn't care what happened to Wang Mu, but he couldn't be harmed!

For a moment, Zhao Changsheng’s heart also grew anxious.

However, facing the Gu Demon Emperor’s cold voice, Wang Mu seemed oblivious, merely a slight curve forming on his lips as he slowly raised his head and calmly looked at the Gu Demon Emperor before him.

“Does Demon Emperor-sama think that I would dare to provoke you without any preparation?”

“If so, Demon Emperor-sama, you underestimate me too much!”

Wang Mu’s words were light, but they undoubtedly served to infuriate the Gu Demon Emperor.

“Boy…”

The Gu Demon Emperor was just about to erupt in anger, but suddenly, Wang Mu, standing in front of him, pulled out a pitch-black token.

The token seemed to be crafted from an extremely special material.

The entire token was as black as ink, with only crimson threads visible, engraved on the token, outlining the pattern of a ferocious creature.

And as this token was taken out by Wang Mu, an evil aura involuntarily permeated the entire world.

So much so that when the Gu Demon Emperor saw the token in Wang Mu’s hand, his pupils couldn’t help but slightly contract.

“This is…”

In an instant, the aura around the Gu Demon Emperor receded like a tide, instantly dissipating.

The surrounding world also gradually calmed down.

Even the already cold temperature gradually returned to normal at this moment.

Zhao Changsheng felt the surroundings return to normal and was momentarily stunned, looking towards Wang Mu.

However, as he looked at the token in Wang Mu's hand, Zhao Changsheng's face showed a bewildered expression; he didn't recognize the token.

But seeing the Gu Demon Emperor's reaction the moment the token appeared, he could tell that whatever was contained within this token was likely extremely terrifying.

“I didn’t expect… you, this Human Race junior, to be an envoy of that one!”

The Gu Demon Emperor’s eyes narrowed slightly, and a hint of uncertainty appeared in his blue pupils.

Wang Mu smiled faintly: “If Demon Emperor-sama thinks the token is fake, you are welcome to inspect it thoroughly. If it’s fake, you can simply kill me here!”

“Of course… if it’s real, Demon Emperor-sama, you would be offending the esteemed one behind me!”

Wang Mu’s voice sounded light, yet it caused the Gu Demon Emperor’s eyes to sink slightly.

For a moment, a peculiar silence fell between the two.

A moment later, the Gu Demon Emperor slowly raised his eyelids, glanced indifferently at Wang Mu, and said flatly: “What do you need this Emperor to do!”

Hearing these words, the smile on Wang Mu’s face grew even wider.

He gently put away the token in his hand, then slowly spoke.

It's not that Senior needs to exert too much effort; I just hope Senior can make a move or two when the Otherworldly Demons launch a large-scale attack on Shanhai City in half a month!

A hint of surprise appeared on the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor's face: "If I make a move, the Great Xia Human Clan will inevitably have a Saintly Position expert intervene. At that time, we might not even be able to breach Shanhai City!"

"Wouldn't that be a waste of effort, and even I would be exposed to the Great Xia's Saintly Position experts!"

To be honest, the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor wasn't very keen on making a move.

He existed in the Ocean Domain, known only to the top experts of the Otherworldly Demon World. Currently, no one in the entire Great Xia knew of his existence on Blue Star.

If he were to make a move this time, he would be completely exposed. At that time, the Great Xia Human Clan would surely focus their attention on Shanhai City.

By then, it would become difficult for him to secretly make a move and devour some Great Xia Martial Artists.

Indeed!

The reason the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor had been able to survive in the Ocean Domain until now was because the Ocean Domain was too vast. Although the concentration of Devilish Qi was not as high as in the Otherworldly Demon World, he could secretly devour the vital blood of Human Race Martial Artists near the Shan Hai Great Wall defense line, using their vital blood to supplement his Cultivation.

In fact... the more intense the war, the more vital blood of Martial Artists he could devour, and his Cultivation speed was even faster than when he was in the Otherworldly Demon World.

Now, if he were to make a move, he would be completely exposed. At that time, it might not be possible to secretly devour the vital blood of Human Race Martial Artists so peacefully!

Human Race vital blood was the best resource to aid the Otherworldly Demons' Cultivation!

This was also the reason why the Otherworldly Demons wanted to invade the Human Race on Blue Star!

Therefore, after hearing Wang Mu's words, the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor's first reaction was unwillingness.

However, Wang Mu looked at the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor with an indifferent gaze and calmly said, "If Lord Demon Emperor is unwilling... then I can only invite that person to descend personally. At that time... Lord Demon Emperor's intentions will still come to naught, and if you offend that person, I'm afraid Lord Demon Emperor's position in the Otherworldly Demon World will also be shaken!"

"The Ocean Gu Demon Clan is merely a branch of the Gu Demon Clan. I believe the other Demon Emperors of the Gu Demon Clan wouldn't mind making a move against Lord Demon Emperor!"

Wang Mu's words echoed again, causing the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor's expression to change continuously. He looked at Wang Mu with a gloomy face, a murderous glint flashing in his eyes.

However, after recalling Wang Mu's identity, the killing intent in the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor's eyes gradually dissipated.

A moment later, the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor seemed to have resigned himself to fate, letting out a soft sigh, then said somewhat helplessly, "Since that's the case... I'll accept this mission then!"

"It's just that..."

Suddenly, the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor's tone shifted slightly, and his gaze gradually sharpened.

"I will only make one move. After one move, regardless of success or failure, I will not make another!"

Wang Mu's eyebrows raised slightly, and a smile appeared on his face.

"Very well then!"

Their gazes met, and a subtle emotion lingered between them.

"Hmph!"

Finally, the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor let out a cold snort, and his figure completely vanished from the spot.

The vacuum in that space was also filled by the surrounding seawater as the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor disappeared.

The pressure between heaven and earth gradually dissipated.

It wasn't until the pressure completely vanished that Zhao Changsheng felt his body could move. However, there was a hint of apprehension in his gaze as he looked at Wang Mu.

"What exactly is this guy's identity? Why does even an existence at the Demon Emperor Realm have to listen to him? And... what exactly is 'that person'?"

Zhao Changsheng suddenly felt that he couldn't see through this guy anymore.

Just before, Zhao Changsheng had thought that Wang Mu was merely an undercover agent from Star Academy who had infiltrated the Demonic Sect.

But... have you ever seen an undercover agent who can command a Demon Emperor?

Moreover, he even became an envoy for someone even a Demon Emperor Realm existence was wary of?

Is this an undercover agent or a double agent?

For a moment, even Zhao Changsheng, who had been by Wang Mu's side for many years, couldn't figure out his identity.

There seemed to be layers of extremely dense mist around Wang Mu, making it difficult for him to see through it and discern Wang Mu's true identity, even though he was very close to him.

"Let's go!"

At this moment, Wang Mu suddenly turned his head and said with a smile to Zhao Changsheng.

Zhao Changsheng was startled, then lowered his head and obediently followed Wang Mu, leaving the Ocean Abyss.

However, along the way, Zhao Changsheng finally couldn't help but ask.

"The Ocean Gu Demon Emperor will only make one move. Is that really enough to force out the Saintly Position expert in Shanhai City?"

One must know, the one in Shanhai City is an existence who has ascended to the Saintly Position. Although you, the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor, are a Demon Emperor, if you only make one move, the other party can completely make a move without exposing his identity.

If your offensive is resolved and the other party's identity isn't forced out, that would be troublesome!

And it would be a waste of this opportunity.

However, in response to such a question, a faint smile merely appeared on Wang Mu's face.

"The Ocean Gu Demon Emperor's methods are not that simple. The Gu Demon Clan is one of the great clans in the Otherworldly Demon World, not to mention an existence at the Demon Emperor Realm."

"Once he makes a move, the Saintly Position expert in Shanhai City will have no choice but to reveal himself."

"It's just that..."

Wang Mu's voice paused slightly, and he couldn't help but look in the direction of the Ocean Abyss behind him, a hint of amusement appearing in his eyes.

"Once the Saintly Position expert in Shanhai City makes a move, it will be quite difficult for this one to retreat unscathed. Perhaps... the Ape Demon Emperor's fate will be his fate!"

Listening to Wang Mu's words, Zhao Changsheng's body couldn't help but tremble slightly, and a hint of horror appeared in his eyes as he looked at Wang Mu.

What did he mean?

Could it be that the Ocean Gu Demon Emperor was also going to fall?

It's just... two Demon Emperor Realm experts falling consecutively, just to force out the identities of two Great Xia Human Clan experts who have ascended to the Saintly Position, is this really a good thing?

Which side is this guy on?

Zhao Changsheng became even more confused for a moment.

However, Wang Mu didn't care what Zhao Changsheng was thinking. He just waved his hand lightly and then disappeared into the Ocean Domain with Zhao Changsheng...

"Wang Mu!!"

Lu Sheng's heart suddenly trembled, and his expression gradually became solemn.

Lu Sheng had never imagined that the last person to walk the Peak path would be this guy.

Since this guy walked the path of Peak, why did he join the Demonic Sect?

Could it really be as he thought, that this guy was an undercover agent sent by Star Academy into the Demonic Sect?

But if he was an undercover agent... everything Wang Mu did didn't look like something an undercover agent should do at all?

Which side was this guy, Wang Mu, really on?

Lu Sheng's heart was filled with confusion.

However, the Sage of Literature's voice rang out, pulling Lu Sheng out of his confusion.

"Alright, I've said so much nonsense. I guess I'm just getting old, and when I see people, I like to talk about irrelevant things!"

The Sage of Literature spoke softly.

Lu Sheng also came back to his senses at this moment and looked at the Sage of Literature.

The Sage of Literature looked at Lu Sheng and said softly, "You should already know about the Apex Plan: breaking through the limit of vital Qi and blood, activating the hundredth Treasure Trove in the human body, achieving the Immaculate Golden Body, and ultimately Breaking through to the Saintly Position to reach the Peak!"

"Now, you have already completed the first step. Next are the hundred Treasure Troves in the human body."

"But this is merely a matter of Cultivation. Do you know why Lin Xuan wanted you to come find me and that old fellow Wu Lin?"

The Sage of Literature looked at Lu Sheng and said with a smile.

The Sage of Literature's words also made Lu Sheng fall into contemplation.

Yes, on this Peak path, what he needed to do was activate the hundredth Treasure Trove in the human body and achieve the Immaculate Golden Body.

Now, he already knew the Flawless Golden Body Technique.

Logically speaking, there was no need for him to seek out the Sage of Literature and the Martial Saint. Why did Lin Xuan still want him to find the Two Sages of Literature and Martial Arts?

Was it merely to obtain the unique skills of the Two Sages of Literature and Martial Arts?