Chapter 1819: Who Is the Master of This Illusion Demon Palace, You or I?

The atmosphere grew slightly tense.

The Illusion Demon Lord also looked at Xu Jingming, inquiry in his purple eyes.

"Replying to Lord Black Wind.

After the first operation ended, we split up.

I don't know what happened to them afterward."

Xu Jingming said with an unchanged expression.

"Is that so..."

Lord Black Wind's brows furrowed slightly.

In that case, those ten Undying-stage demons are likely more dead than alive.

The other demons don't matter, but that Invincible Undying-stage one is a bit of a pity.

"What about the other few Undying-stage demons in our Illusion Demon Star Domain?"

The Illusion Demon Lord also spoke up immediately.

"Not clear. After that, I've been acting alone."

Xu Jingming likewise shook his head.

This was naturally a lie.

That batch of demons, back in the Abyss.

Had long since died seven or eight out of ten because he arranged them to explore demon nests.

The sole Ultimate Undying-stage who obtained a primary-grade Heavy Treasure.

Later also became his particle; the Heavy Treasure was naturally recovered as well.

"Oh? Since you're not clear, then forget it."

Hearing this, the Illusion Demon Lord didn't seem to mind too much.

With Blood Abyss here, the other Undying-stage demons are no longer important.

Dead is dead.

Anyway, the first-place reward of Blood Abyss is already enough for the Illusion Demon Star Domain to eat its fill.

"Illusion Demon, since everyone's gathered, let's set off."

Lord Black Wind looked at the Illusion Demon Lord:

"I'll go be a guest at your place for a few days; we can discuss follow-up cooperation."

"Most welcome."

The Illusion Demon Lord smiled and nodded.

Xu Jingming frowned upon hearing this.

Two Undying Lords!

He was confident that after cultivating the first level of the True Demon Canon, his strength would surge.

Dealing with one Undying Lord shouldn't be hard.

But if facing Illusion Demon and Black Wind simultaneously, it might not work.

"Master! Wonderful! We can wipe them all out in one go!"

In the sea of consciousness,

The little loli Vira's soul body was dancing with excitement, her small face full of agitation:

"Back then, besides Mei Chong, the ones who ambushed me were these two bitches!

Master, rest assured. When the time comes, leave it to me! I have a way!"

"What way do you have?" Xu Jingming wondered inwardly.

"Rest assured!"

Vira puffed out her nonexistent chest, her voice brimming with confidence:

"I was once an Undying Lord!

Though only a soul body remains, some methods are beyond their imagination!"

She paused, her tone carrying a crafty note:

"What's more...

Master, you are now Venerable Minghuang's personal disciple.

You even carry a Divine Kingdom token on you.

If it really comes to open hostility, would they dare touch you?"

Xu Jingming's heart stirred.

Indeed, the phoenix-shaped jade pendant bestowed by Teacher Minghuang.

Is not just a token, but a form of deterrence.

Thinking of this, Xu Jingming immediately felt his heart ease.

"Prepare yourselves. The Divine Kingdom teleportation is about to begin."

The Illusion Demon Lord spoke, her jade hand lifting lightly.

Vast divine power surged; a Divine Kingdom phantom emerged behind her.

"Go!"

Light blazed, enveloping everyone.

Illusion Demon Star Domain, Illusion Demon Star.

On the plaza before the Illusion Demon Palace's main hall, the light of the Divine Kingdom teleportation slowly dissipated.

The figures of Xu Jingming, Elise, the Illusion Demon Ruler, Lin Yin, and the Black Wind Ruler manifested.

The heart-palpitating aura at the edge of the Abyss had not yet fully dissipated.

At this moment, they were already in the familiar core region of the Illusion Demon Star.

"We're back." The Illusion Demon Ruler stood with graceful composure.

Her violet eyes swept over the magnificent palace complex, revealing a hint of satisfaction.

She had been away for this period of time.

The Illusion Demon Star still operated as usual; everything was orderly and well-organized.

And right at this moment——

"Respectfully welcoming the Illusion Demon Lord and the Blood Abyss Lord on your return!"

Neat and uniform voices resounded across the plaza, reverent as if rehearsed a thousand times.

On both sides of the plaza,

the many Immortal-stage demons who had long been waiting here bowed in unison, their postures submissive to the point of near abjectness.

At the forefront was precisely the Enchanting Pet Ruler, clad in a gauzy long skirt, her figure bewitching and alluring.

She moved with light lotus steps, advancing gracefully.

Her peach-heart tail swayed gently, violet eyes swirling with barely concealed delight.

"Sister, you've returned."

The Enchanting Pet Ruler smiled charmingly, her voice soft and sweet.

Her gaze, however, involuntarily darted toward Xu Jingming at the Illusion Demon Ruler's side.

In those eyes, there was clearly a trace of fervent heat and awe that could not be concealed.

"Mm, you've worked hard during this time."

The Illusion Demon Ruler nodded slightly, not perceiving anything amiss.

It was rather the Black Wind Ruler at her side.

Those scarlet beast pupils narrowed slightly, flashing a trace of doubt.

His gaze swept back and forth between the Enchanting Pet Ruler and Xu Jingming.

This Blood Abyss indeed possessed astonishing talent, even accepted as a disciple by a Realm Venerable.

But the Enchanting Pet was a First Tribulation Ruler; how could she reveal such a demeanor toward an Immortal-stage?

That was not merely admiration; it was more like... the reverence of a subordinate facing a superior?

"Enchanting Pet greets Lord Blood Abyss."

The Enchanting Pet Ruler turned toward Xu Jingming, bowing gracefully.

As her gauze skirt brushed lightly, the full curve of her chest faintly appeared and disappeared.

Her voice was even softer than before, even carrying a trace of barely perceptible trembling.

"Lord Enchanting Pet is too polite."

Xu Jingming's expression was calm, yet a hint of amusement flashed in the depths of his violet-red pupils.

The soul brand of the Heart-Eroding Pattern was indeed overbearing.

Even though he hadn't shown his face for over a year.

These enslaved demons' loyalty to him was still as if engraved in their bones.

"Lord Blood Abyss shone brilliantly in the Abyss Demonic Tide this time, seizing first place on the points ranking.

Now he is even the Venerable Nether Phoenix's personal disciple; truly admirable."

The Enchanting Pet Ruler continued speaking, her tone full of sincere praise.

And the Immortal-stage demons behind her also raised their heads one after another at this moment.

Their gazes looking at Xu Jingming were filled with unconcealed fanaticism and worship.

Those eyes seemed to be looking up at a deity.

"This......"

Elise at the side blinked her violet eyes, and a trace of strange feeling likewise rose in her heart.

Although she knew Blood Abyss had astonishing talent.

But these demons' reactions were a bit too exaggerated, weren't they?

Especially that Enchanting Pet Ruler.

A dignified First Tribulation Ruler powerhouse, yet so respectful to an Immortal-stage?

You must know, as the Venerable Nether Phoenix's daughter.

Other Ruler-stage powerhouses seeing her would not be this respectful either.

"Cough cough, everyone need not be so formal."

Xu Jingming spoke indifferently, his voice not loud, yet clearly entering every demon's ears.

"Yes! Obeying Lord Blood Abyss's command!"

On the plaza, all Immortal-stage demons answered in unison.

The voices were sonorous like thunder, shaking the entire plaza into a slight tremble.

Only then did they straighten up, yet still stood with hands lowered.

Their postures submissive like the most loyal servants.

"Hm?"

The Illusion Demon Ruler's brows furrowed slightly, a trace of strangeness flashing through her heart.

Although she was also proud that her command had produced a heaven's pride like Blood Abyss.

Yet the scene before him felt somehow off.

"Hahaha, Illusion Demon, your Illusion Demon Palace is truly brimming with talent!"

Lord Black Wind also laughed and teased:

"Even Lord Mei Chong holds Blood Abyss in such high regard — truly remarkable."

Upon hearing this, a flicker of displeasure flashed through Lord Illusion Demon's violet eyes.

But she didn't dwell on it, merely saying coolly:

"Blood Abyss possesses outstanding talent, and now he is the personal disciple of Venerable Ming Huang.

Being admired is only normal, Black Wind — or are you jealous?"

In her view, Lord Mei Chong came from the succubus clan.

Admiring the strong is perfectly normal; after all, Blood Abyss is indeed exceptional.

What displeased her was merely that Lord Mei Chong's display was a bit too obvious.

In this Illusion Demon Palace, just who is the master — Blood Abyss, or me?