276: Chapter 276 Su You Ni vs. Yu Ru Meng, Chu Sheng Makes His Move

"Chu Sheng stood outside the hall, his hand resting on the hilt of his sword, his mind racing."

"Forcing his way in wasn't impossible, but Palace Master Su Yousi was at the Peak of Spirit Containment. On the territory of Nine Nether Palace, he wouldn't gain any advantage in a fight."

"Moreover, Yu Rumeng and Chu Li were both inside the hall. If they were caught in the crossfire, the consequences would be unimaginable."

"He needed a smarter way."

"He looked down at himself, wearing a black Daoist robe, his expression cold and stern, his aura suppressed to the Spirit Spring Realm."

"With a shake of his body, Devilish Qi surged. His appearance became ordinary, making him impossible to recognize among the crowd."

"An ordinary Devil General, carrying a tea tray, pushed the door open and walked in."

"Candlelight flickered inside the hall."

"Yu Rumeng sat on a soft couch, her expression calm, but her fingers were slightly clenched inside her sleeves."

"Palace Master Su Yousi stood before her, her back to the hall door, still waiting for her answer."

"Chu Li stood in the corner, his thin body leaning against the wall, his head bowed, not daring to look at anyone."

"Chu Sheng carried the tea tray, head bowed, and walked to Palace Master Su Yousi's side. He bowed respectfully and offered the tea."

"'Devil King, please have some tea.' His voice was hoarse, sounding nothing like himself."

"Palace Master Su Yousi didn't even glance at him; she took the tea and placed it on the table."

"Yu Rumeng's gaze landed on Chu Sheng, and her brows furrowed slightly."

"This Devil General looked unfamiliar."

"She took a closer look at him, her pupils constricting sharply, but she quickly regained her composure."

"She recognized him."

"Chu Sheng slightly turned his head and gave her a look."

"Yu Rumeng's fingers in her sleeves relaxed, then clenched again."

"Chu Sheng carried the tea tray and walked over to Yu Rumeng, bowing down."

"'Devil King, your itinerary has been arranged. Please instruct me on when you wish to depart.'"

"Yu Rumeng looked at him, remained silent for a moment, and then said: 'Understood. You may withdraw.'"

"Chu Sheng bowed and retreated. When he reached Chu Li's side, his footsteps paused slightly."

"He glanced at Chu Li."

"The child was thin, pale, and kept his head bowed, not daring to look at him."

"A complex emotion welled up in Chu Sheng's heart."

"This was his son."

"He had grown so much."

"But he could not acknowledge him."

"It wasn't the right time."

"He withdrew his gaze and retreated to the side of the hall door, standing with his hands hanging down, like a loyal servant."

"Palace Master Su Yousi picked up the teacup, blew on it gently, took a sip, and set it down."

"Her gaze landed on Yu Rumeng, her voice unhurried."

"'Rumeng, what have you decided regarding what I said earlier?'"

"Yu Rumeng said: 'Palace Master, the military situation at the front line is critical; I need to go there personally. As for the Devil King's matter, we can discuss it after I return.'"

"Palace Master Su Yousi's brows furrowed slightly."

"Just as she was about to speak, her expression suddenly changed."

"She pressed her fingers to her temples and closed her eyes."

"It was a message transmission."

"A message from the Devil Lord."

"Chu Sheng's heart suddenly tightened."

"Palace Master Su Yousi opened her eyes, her expression somewhat grim."

"She looked at Yu Rumeng, her gaze holding something new."

"'Rumeng, the Devil Lord has issued an order. He wants you to wait here; he will arrive shortly.'"

"Yu Rumeng's pupils constricted."

"'The Devil Lord is coming?' Her voice was somewhat strained."

"Palace Master Su Yousi nodded: 'The Devil Lord values you highly. You have refined the Inheritance of Wrath, which is one of the Heavenly Demon Legacies; he needs you.'"

"Yu Rumeng was silent for a moment, then said: 'Palace Master, I really have an urgent matter. The front line...'"

"Palace Master Su Yousi raised her hand to interrupt her: 'I will send someone to handle the affairs at the front line. You are to stay.'"

"Her tone brooked no argument."

"Yu Rumeng's fingers clenched inside her sleeves."

"She knew that Palace Master Su Yousi was not negotiating."

"This was an order."

"Or rather, a delaying tactic."

"The Devil Lord was coming, and she could not leave."

"Chu Sheng stood by the hall door, watching this scene, his anxiety growing."

"Arrogance was coming."

"He could not wait here to die."

"He had to take Yu Rumeng and Chu Li away."

"But leaving now meant breaking with Palace Master Su Yousi."

"He glanced at Yu Rumeng."

"Yu Rumeng was also looking at him."

"Their gazes collided in the air."

"Chu Sheng nodded slightly."

"A trace of hesitation flashed in Yu Rumeng's eyes."

"Her eyes were saying: 'Are you really sure? She is at the Peak of Spirit Containment.'"

"Chu Sheng nodded again."

"His expression was resolute."

"Palace Master Su Yousi seemed to have sensed something."

"She shifted her gaze from Yu Rumeng and swept a glance over the few attendants in the hall."

"Her gaze lingered on Chu Sheng for a moment."

"This Devil General looked unfamiliar."

"But she didn't think much of it."

"There were thousands of Devil Generals in the Nine Nether Palace; she couldn't possibly recognize every single one."

"She withdrew her gaze and continued to look at Yu Rumeng."

"'Rumeng, I do not wish to make things difficult for you. But I cannot defy the Devil Lord's orders. Wait here; when the Devil Lord arrives, he will naturally see you.'"

"Her tone softened slightly, carrying a hint of consolation."

"'The Devilish Qi of Wrath is within you; this is your fortune. The Devil Lord will not treat you unfairly.'"

"Yu Rumeng kept her head bowed and did not speak."

"Her mind was racing."

"Chu Sheng wanted her to leave."

"But Palace Master Su Yousi was blocking her."

"She only had two choices: either stay and wait for Arrogance, or break with Palace Master Su Yousi."

"She could not afford the price of breaking with her."

"But she could afford waiting for Arrogance even less."

"She raised her head, looking at Palace Master Su Yousi, her voice very soft but very firm."

"'Palace Master, I must leave.'"

"She stood up."

"Palace Master Su Yousi's expression darkened."

"She also stood up."

"'Rumeng, I said you cannot leave.'"

"Their gazes collided in mid-air, sparks flying."

"The atmosphere in the hall froze."

"Chu Li leaned in the corner, pale, not daring to move."

"The four maids kept their heads bowed, not daring to breathe loudly."

"Chu Sheng stood by the hall door, his hand on the hilt of his sword."

"He was waiting."

"Waiting for an opportunity."

"Yu Rumeng took a deep breath and said: 'Palace Master, forgive my offense.'"

"Her figure flashed as she dashed toward the hall door."

"Palace Master Su Yousi raised her hand, a black light shooting from her palm, transforming into a chain that coiled toward Yu Rumeng."

"'Stop!' Palace Master Su Yousi's voice carried anger."

"Yu Rumeng dodged to the side, the chain grazing her clothes and slamming into the wall, sending debris flying."

"She did not stop and continued rushing toward the hall door."

"Palace Master Su Yousi's expression darkened completely."

"She no longer held back, using both hands to shoot ten black chains from her palms, sealing off all of Yu Rumeng's retreat paths."

"Yu Rumeng gritted her teeth, drawing the rumeng token. A white light exploded within the hall, forcing the chains back."

"But Palace Master Su Yousi's cultivation was higher than hers; after being forced back, the chains coiled around again like countless venomous snakes, trapping her in the center."

"Yu Rumeng fought while retreating, but her speed was getting slower and slower."

"Palace Master Su Yousi's chains were becoming more numerous and dense."

"She did not want to hurt Yu Rumeng; she only wanted to trap her."

"But Yu Rumeng did not want to be trapped."

"The battle between the two became increasingly intense. Tables and chairs in the hall were overturned, candlesticks toppled to the floor, candles were extinguished, and the hall grew dark."

"Only the white light of the rumeng token and the radiance of the black chains intertwined in the darkness, like two bolts of lightning entangled together."

"Chu Li hugged his head, crouching in the corner, trembling."

"Chu Sheng stood by the hall door, his hand on the hilt of his sword, not moving."

"He was waiting."

"Waiting for the best opportunity."

"Yu Rumeng was forced into a corner by the chains, with nowhere left to retreat."

"Palace Master Su Yousi stood before her, looking down at her."

"'Rumeng, stop. You are no match for me.'"

"Yu Rumeng panted heavily, not speaking."

"Her gaze passed over Palace Master Su Yousi's shoulder, looking at Chu Sheng beside the hall door."

"Chu Sheng nodded slightly."

"Yu Rumeng gritted her teeth, the light of the rumeng token flaring brightly, forcing open a gap in the chains."

"She rushed out through the gap, dashing toward the hall door."

"Palace Master Su Yousi's expression changed, and she chased after her."

"'You—'"

"Just at this moment, Chu Sheng moved."