Chapter 271

Third brother, as a disciple of the Jie Sect your origins are lowly; you are simply not worthy to enter the sages' Dao lineage.

Your obstinate recklessness merely undermines the dignity and prestige of our Three Purities' Dao lineage.

Elder Brother Yuanshi, how I take disciples needs no commentary from others.

The Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect are excellent successors, with outstanding talent.

Elder Brother Yuanshi, you should think about how to strengthen the Chan Sect disciples' abilities.

Yuanshi and Tongtian argued without cease.

Moreover, their words grew increasingly harsh and overbearing.

In fact, since the Three Purities established the Dao lineage, Yuanshi has constantly held reservations about Tongtian's 'teaching without discrimination'.

One could even say he disparages Jie Sect disciples everywhere, calling them 'born of moisture and sprouting from eggs,' which shows as much.

Initially, Tongtian, out of brotherly affection for the Three Purities, endured in silence and did not strongly argue.

But now, Yuanshi has become excessively overbearing.

He even blames the Jie Sect lineage for the Three Purities' Dao lineage falling short of the Buddhist path.

How could Tongtian possibly accept that?!

Thus, he no longer merely endured; he spoke up repeatedly, arguing with reason.

As their verbal dispute grew ever fiercer,

After a long while, Laozi, as the leader, spoke, and this temporarily eased things.

However, though awed by Laozi's authority, Yuanshi and Tongtian spoke no further.

Yet, in their exchanged glances, they remained unwilling to yield to each other.

Between the Chan and Jie sages, unbeknownst to them, a rift had already formed.

Beyond the Thirty-Three Heavens, within the Demon Court.

"Haha, good, excellent!"

The Ten Great Demon Sages and others gathered, all wearing smug smiles.

"It seems that Pingxin and the Wu Clan truly have no further connection."

"The Twelve Ancestral Wu now number only eleven; this is a major blow and weakening to the Wu lineage."

Bai Ze spoke, saying as such.

Earlier, the eleven Ancestral Wu had rushed to the endless Sea of Blood to summon Hou Tu; the Demon Court's denizens had long witnessed that scene.

Moreover, Pingxin's cold, silent demeanor made the Demon Court overjoyed.

She outright refuses to meet the eleven Ancestral Wu; how could she ever aid the Wu Clan again?!

Watching their rival suffer such a heavy blow, for the Demon Court this is also a great boon.

The leader, Taiyi, had an even colder, stern countenance, with icy light flashing in his eyes.

"What a pity......"

"The truce period of the One Element Assembly has not yet ended."

"Otherwise, if we went to war directly, doom would have come for the Wu Clan."

Taiyi's aura surged around him, giving him a feeling of impatience.

If the Twelve Ancestral Wu cannot gather, how could they possibly deploy the Heavenly God Slaughter Grand Formation at its former peak?!

This is the Demon Court's best opportunity.

However, bound by the truce of the One Element Assembly set by Primordial Dao Ancestor Hongjun, Taiyi feels full of reluctance.

But after a moment's thought, he also let it go.

"However, it's also fine!"

"The Wu Clan is merely clinging to life."

"We still need to make preparations early......"

He continued to say thus.

Even if they cannot emerge immediately, the Demon Court—or rather, the Demon Race—now has greatly boosted morale.

As long as preparations are made in advance.

Once the truce period passes, they can strike immediately and truly annihilate the Wu Clan.

However, before Taiyi could finish speaking,

Above the high heavens, a sudden change occurred.

Whoosh!

Whoosh!

In an instant, two divine rays burst forth, pouring down heavenly radiance, brilliant and dazzling.

For a moment, Taiyi, the Ten Great Demon Sages, and others all fixed their gazes upon it.

"Is that... the Demon Emperor's River Chart and Luo Book?!"

A demon sage cried out in surprise, recognizing the treasure in the void.

In an instant, everyone's faces shifted dramatically, their eyes brightening.

The reason is simple!

They knew that Di Jun had previously entered seclusion to contemplate the River Chart and Luo Book.

And his purpose, as he had said before, was to gather the power of the heavenly stars and develop an entirely new formation.

Now that the River Chart and Luo Book have appeared, it means Di Jun has finally emerged from seclusion?!

Indeed!

Just as everyone was guessing and exchanging glances,

Beyond the thirty-three heavens, Di Jun's words also rang out.

"Haha, I, the emperor, have pondered for long and finally gained something."

"Now, from the River Chart and Luo Book, I have comprehended a supreme grand formation, named... the Zhou Tian Star Dipper Grand Formation!"

"This formation combines the power of the three hundred and sixty-five great stars in the heavens, plus the sun star and Taiyin Xing as the main formation eyes."

"Furthermore, assisted by the corresponding star banners, with the Demon Race's great powers seated in command."

"Once this formation appears, it will possess the power to destroy heaven and earth, and will surely be able to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Wu Clan's Dou Tian God-Slaying Grand Formation."

Di Jun's tone was excited, and he could not wait.

Upon hearing his words, the Ten Great Demon Saints were even more shaken, overjoyed beyond measure.

Gather the power of the Zhou Tian stars!

Stand shoulder to shoulder with the Dou Tian God-Slaying Grand Formation!

This is exactly what they have dreamed of.

Today, it has finally been achieved.

However, right after, Bai Ze furrowed his brows, as if noticing something.

"This formation actually intends to use the sun star and Taiyin Xing as the main formation eyes?!"

"This... the Taiyin Xing was originally seized by Chen Ku and incorporated into the western territories."

"Are we not then unable to gather the two formation eyes?!"

"What should we do about this?!"

Bai Ze's words left the previously ecstatic demon saints all stunned, and their faces immediately turned grim.

"Indeed, this is indeed a problem!"

"Damn it, Chen Ku just happened to seize the entire Taiyin Xing region back then."

"Could it be that he deliberately targeted our Demon Court, preventing this Zhou Tian Star Dipper Grand Formation from being fully formed?"

Only then did everyone suddenly recall.

Back then, to protect Xi He and Chang'e, Chen Ku had already taken the entire Taiyin Xing region to the western heavens and earth.

This damn... it's so aggravating!

Even Tai Yi furrowed his brows, remained silent, and showed a look of resentful anger.

They never expected that Chen Ku's seemingly unintentional action back then would still cause such great trouble for the Demon Court today.

He really is a calamity-bringing star!

Several people couldn't help but think so.

But regarding Bai Ze's worry, Di Jun had already manifested.

He smiled faintly and spoke again.

"No problem!"

"Hmph, even without the Taiyin Xing, we can still substitute with the Ziwei Star and other chief stars of the cosmos."

"Thus, although there will be an effect, it need not be a concern."

Upon hearing this, the Ten Great Demon Saints and others finally eased their faces, secretly letting out a sigh of relief.

As Di Jun, who has comprehended the existence of the Zhou Tian Star Dipper Grand Formation, having said this, he naturally has sufficient confidence.

Thus, the Demon Court is in no way lacking.

"Your Majesty the Demon Emperor, please give orders—what should we do?!"

Ji Meng, one of the Ten Great Demon Saints, immediately spoke up, asking urgently.

They could not wait any longer, wishing to immediately bring about the so-called Zhou Tian Star Dipper Grand Formation.

Upon hearing this, Di Jun pondered briefly.

"Bai Ze, Ji Meng, Ying Zhao!"

"You three, from today onward, shall wage war in the primordial starry void."

"Swear to gather all stars from every direction under the Demon Court's control as swiftly as possible."

Di Jun gave this order in a single sentence.

Know that in the cosmos, every star has its lord.

For example, Xi He and Chang'e of old, as well as the Old Ancestor Cold Toad, each controlled a great star.

And to set up the Zhou Tian Star Dipper Grand Formation, one must defeat those star lords and occupy their corresponding great stars.

This process inevitably involves a bloody, fiery campaign.

Of course, Di Jun is fully aware of this.

Nowadays, the so-called star lords are merely mediocre talents.

Even if three great demon saints are born, that will be enough.

Bai Ze and the three others immediately received the command.

Di Jun then turned his gaze to the remaining several great demon saints.

"Fei Lian, Qin Yuan, Jiu Ying..."

"You shall lead the Demon Race's strong ones to forge the star banners."

"Remember, this formation requires three hundred and sixty-five great Zhou Tian star banners, and fourteen thousand eight hundred lesser Zhou Tian star banners..."

Di Jun appeared orderly and thorough in his considerations.

Upon hearing this, the demon saints also became even more solemn in expression.

The three hundred and sixty-five great Zhou Tian star banners correspond to the three hundred and sixty-five chief stars.

The fourteen thousand eight hundred lesser Zhou Tian star banners correspond to the fourteen thousand eight hundred secondary stars.

Furthermore, aided by the power of hundreds of millions of gods and demons.

Although it has not yet been deployed, the power of the Zhou Tian Star Dipper Great Formation has already stirred everyone's hearts, and they eagerly await it.

Di Jun had finished arranging everything; meanwhile, Taiyi suddenly spoke:

"Now, although we have the Zhou Tian Star Dipper Great Formation,"

"but since Pingxin has become a sage, we still must guard against her."

"If she suddenly makes a move, we might be unable to withstand it......"

Evidently, this is exactly what the Three Pure Ones had thought before.

Even if one personally witnessed Pingxin's cold attitude toward the Eleven Ancestor Wu.

But Taiyi's considerations are still extremely thorough.

After all, that sage emerged from the Wu Clan, so we must always be on guard.

Or rather, it is because we possess the power to counterbalance her.

This time, without waiting for Di Jun to speak.

Fuxi pondered for a moment, then directly spoke:

"This matter, I will personally go inform my sister Nüwa."

"So that she may pay attention in secret, to cope with any possible move by Pingxin."

Fuxi is also clear-minded.

He knows that only Nüwa possesses such strength.

Taiyi bringing up this matter serves the same purpose.

Indeed.

As the words fell, both Di Jun and Taiyi were overjoyed.

"Hehe, that's excellent!"

"Since that's the case, then trouble you, Emperor Fuxi, for this trip."

Di Jun nodded satisfactorily and said politely:

Fuxi said no more, immediately left the Demon Court and headed for Primordial Heaven.

And immediately after, the vast Demon Race also sprang into action, becoming thoroughly busy.

Countless figures waged war in the ancient starry sky, stirring up shocking slaughter on one great star after another.

Blood rain burst forth, calamitous light spread!

This is an unstoppable slaughter, or rather, a plunder.

The might of the Demon Court is beyond doubt.

Amidst this frenzied conquest, one great star after another came under the control of the Demon Court.

This also caused the Demon Race's fortune to flourish further, and their prestige grew ever more astonishing.

However, such conquest, although bloody and violent.

but it takes place in the vast star sea, and furthermore the Demon Court intentionally conceals it.

Therefore, countless beings in the world have not yet noticed, and are even unaware of the Demon Race's secret intention to create the Zhou Tian Star Dipper Great Formation.

Meanwhile, countless star banners were being refined in an orderly manner.

It's not hard to imagine that, for now, the world is tranquil.

But once the truce ends, the Zhou Tian Star Dipper Great Formation will come into being.

At that time, it will surely cause heaven and earth to change color, a tremendous terror that shakes the ages.

Meanwhile.

Primordial Heaven, within Nüwa's imperial palace!

"Sister, this time you must aid our Demon Race."

"If that Pingxin makes a move, I hope you can also act to restrain her."

Fuxi spoke thus.

Although he is asking Nüwa to act, his words carry no sense of pleading.

In the present age, perhaps only Fuxi, as Nüwa's elder brother, would dare be so "bold".

Upon hearing his words, Nüwa couldn't help but furrow her delicate brows.

She naturally would not hold his attitude against him.

Rather, even until now, Fuxi remains utterly devoted to the Demon Court, sharing life and death with it.

This truly leaves Nüwa feeling helpless.

She pondered for a moment, then gazed at Fuxi with a solemn look and spoke softly:

"Elder brother, the calamitous qi in heaven and earth is growing ever thicker."

"Once the Wu and Demon races go to war again, it will surely be a posture of destroying heaven and earth."

"Elder brother... you had best wisely preserve yourself, and refrain from meddling in this affair."

Nüwa still appears in the guise of advising.

Although she knows these words may not have much effect.

But this is all done out of concern for Fuxi's safety.

Indeed!

Just as Nüwa had anticipated.

As soon as her words fell.

Fuxi's brows furrowed even tighter.

Sister, such words should not be spoken again.

I have already said that the karma between me and the Demon Court cannot be severed.

He stubbornly clung to his own views and did not heed Nüwa's advice.

After a pause, Fuxi continued speaking:

Moreover, the Demon Emperor has now comprehended the Heavenly Stars and Dipper Great Formation.

This shows that the Heavenly Dao blesses our Demon Race lineage, which is a great fortune.

Sister, you need not participate in the great war.

As long as you can make a move to restrain Ping Xin at the critical moment, that will be enough.

Fuxi, not forgetting his original intention, turned to persuade Nüwa.

And everything he says shows his full confidence that the Demon Race, blessed by the Heavenly Dao, is certain to win.

Nüwa remained silent, helplessly gazing at Fuxi before her.

As for this brother of hers, she truly had no way.

After a long while, Nüwa could only nod her head with a heavy heart.

Forget it!

This time, it truly is the last time!

Nüwa ultimately agreed.

Upon hearing this, Fuxi was instantly overjoyed.

Hehe, thank you, sister!

He then smiled and said:

Just then, a voice suddenly echoed from deep within the Nüwa Imperial Palace.

Sadhu... sadhu...

When will the cycle of vengeance end?

Know this: the sea of suffering is boundless; turning back is the shore.

Upon hearing these words, Fuxi's expression froze instantly.

This is... Lu Ya?!

Fuxi instantly recognized that voice as Lu Ya's.

He looked at Nüwa with surprise and uncertainty.

Seeing this, Nüwa also nodded, laughing and crying at once.

Mentioning this matter, Nüwa was extremely vexed.

Helpless at first, she agreed to temporarily bring Lu Ya back to the Nüwa Imperial Palace.

Originally, Nüwa thought that by educating him day after day, she might be able to restore Lu Ya to his former identity as the Golden Crow Prince.

But who could have imagined that this fellow now appears completely converted by the Buddhist Sect?

He pays no heed to her advice, instead chanting Buddhist Sect's wondrous doctrines day and night.

By now, Nüwa's ears are practically growing calluses from listening, and she is utterly vexed.

Moreover, Lu Ya from time to time brings up wanting to become a disciple of the Buddhist Sect, which only infuriates Nüwa further.

Hmph, it's all because of that hateful Chen Ku.

That brat really causes a lot of harm.

Nüwa couldn't help thinking that, and repeatedly cursed Chen Ku in her heart.