Chapter 392: Future Martial Ancestor! Guiding Lin Dong, Qin Tian Gravely Wounded!

After learning Qin Tian's identity, Chu Yang breathed a sigh of relief.

If these people come with ill intent, given his current condition, trying to counter‑kill them would inevitably be troublesome.

He took out a robe and draped it over himself; Chu Yang did not announce his identity, but immediately tossed his Demon‑Extermination Order out.

Qin Tian raised his hand to catch it, but when he looked down his complexion changed instantly; then, with a solemn expression, he stepped before Chu Yang, performed a deep bow, held the Demon‑Extermination Order with both hands and handed it back, saying in a deep voice: "Senior Demon Exterminator Qin Tian of the Great Thousand Palace, pays respects to the Demon Exterminator King!"

Chu Yang waved his hand and said: "Just an empty title; I've heard a bit about you on the Sacred Abyss Main Road."

"After all these years, many people thought you were dead."

"But I didn't expect you to be alive, to have broken through the Heavenly Supreme, and even reached Saint Product!"

Qin Tian gave a wry smile and said: "To be honest, I owe it to the Great Sage!"

"If it weren't for him, my breakthrough to Saint Product would have taken at least a hundred years!"

Chu Yang raised an eyebrow; no wonder Qin Tian, fully aware that the Asura Demon Tribe had dispatched many strongmen, still risked his life to come aid.

It seems he owes a great debt to Sun Wukong!

Although Chu Yang has never met Qin Tian, he knows the man values loyalty and righteousness.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have endured the night‑and‑day slaughter in the Sacred Abyss after every member of the Demon‑Extermination Squad except himself was wiped out, eventually being swept into a spatial vortex and thrust beyond the realm.

"Who are these few?"

Chu Yang pointed to the remaining five; only then did Qin Tian slap his forehead, hurriedly explain, and then gave Chu Yang's identity a brief summary to those five.

After hearing it, the five instantly felt reverent, saluted Chu Yang, and Chu Yang was also taken aback.

"From the Heavenly Mysterious Continent? Lin Dong? Lin Diao? Lin Yan? Lin Qingtan? Ling Qingzhu?"

"Good fellow! This world really is small!"

"But logically, shouldn't Lin Dong and the others have entered the Great Thousand Realm only after a long time?"

"You should know that in the original plot, Lin Dong entered the Great Thousand Realm together with Xiao Yan."

"Because of my interference, many events on the Battle Continent happened early, and Xiao Yan entered the Great Thousand Realm ahead of schedule."

"What's going on over at the Heavenly Mysterious Continent?"

"But soon, Qin Tian cleared the doubts in his mind."

"In these years Sun Wukong has not only been active beyond the realm, but also traveled to many lower planes."

"Ninety percent of the people in War Demon City came out of Sun Wukong from those lower planes."

"Five years ago, Sun Wukong discovered the Heavenly Mysterious Continent."

"Thus, with his involvement, Lin Dong and the others' growth speed accelerated dramatically, eliminating the Aberrant Demon Tribe early and entering the Great Thousand Realm."

"However, since the Aberrant Demon Tribe invaded the Heavenly Mysterious Continent through a spatial node outside the realm, Sun Wukong also entered via an external spatial node."

"Moreover, at that time Lin Dong and his companions still lacked the power to open an independent planar gateway, which caused them to arrive directly in the outer realm."

"Being in the deep outer realm, with their strength they could not force their way back to the Great Thousand Realm—it was as hard as scaling the heavens—so they could only lie low for now."

"Three years ago, Sun Wukong rescued Qin Tian and gave him a tremendous opportunity."

"But for him, the opportunity in the Great Thousand Realm held little value, so he simply handed it to Qin Tian and also told Lin Dong and the others."

"Consequently, after obtaining that great chance, Qin Tian and Lin Dong's strength surged, leading to the scene Chu Yang witnessed."

"Otherwise, even if these few had outstanding talent, they could not have leapt from the initial Supreme Realm to such rapid advancement within a few years, let alone produce a Heavenly Supreme."

"Qin Tian is the same; without that chance, his cultivation would at most be mid‑stage Immortal Product."

"I heard the Asura Demon Tribe sent three late‑stage Mysterious Demon Emperors; although the Demon Exterminator King repelled them, they'll likely return soon!"

After the introduction, Qin Tian said in a deep voice: "The Demon Exterminator King is gravely wounded now, unlikely to fight again. The urgent matter is to let the Great Sage lead the Human Race in the city to evacuate as soon as possible!"

Chu Yang smiled and waved his hand: "No problem, my injuries will recover quickly."

"During this time, the Asura Demon Tribe won't cause trouble again."

"I deliberately let a few survivors escape; they'll bring false news back to the Asura Demon Tribe."

"After the Heavenly Demon Emperor receives these reports, he probably won't head to the Battle Demon Domain immediately, but will go after the Evil Spirit Tribe!"

"Moreover… those escaped survivors think I am a Saint Product Heavenly Supreme, so the Heavenly Demon Emperor won't come alone."

"Whether dealing with the Evil Spirit Tribe or finding allies, both will take some time."

These words instantly left Qin Tian and Lin Dong's group stunned again.

"Let a few survivors escape? The Asura Demon Tribe lost three Mysterious Demon Emperors? Mistaken for a Saint Product Heavenly Supreme?"

"All these reports seem to point to one possibility…"

"That is the young Demon Exterminator King before us, who single‑handedly annihilated the Asura Demon Tribe's army and slew three late‑stage Mysterious Demon Emperors! One can imagine his power must be terrifyingly great, which caused those survivors to mistake him for a Saint Product! Qin Tian knows Chu Yang isn't a Saint Product; otherwise he couldn't have suffered such severe wounds after confronting three Demon Emperors."

"Truly worthy of the Demon Exterminator King! I admire you!" Qin Tian said with a sigh of admiration.

Chu Yang said helplessly: "My name is Chu Yang; calling me 'one Demon Exterminator King' each time feels rather awkward."

The others exchanged glances, then understood Chu Yang was easy‑going, and their previously tense hearts relaxed a bit.

"Since the Asura Demon Tribe won't attack soon, what should we do next?"

Qin Tian raised the crucial question; he knew well that when the Asura Demon Tribe freed its hands, the Battle Demon Domain might face two, even more, Heavenly Demon Emperors.

As far as he knew, even the Great Sage had not reached the Saint Product level; even if Chu Yang's strength were supreme, he would still find it hard to contend with a Saint Product.

So although they gained a breather, the crisis was not yet resolved.

Chu Yang looked toward War Demon City and said softly: "Brother Monkey is breaking through; we can't be distracted, or it will be a disaster beyond redemption."

"Now we can only wait for him to finish the trial, then lead the city's Human Race back to the Great Thousand Realm!"

"Kill back?" Qin Tian's eyelids twitched.

In fact, with his strength, as long as he proceeds cautiously, returning to the Great Thousand Realm is no big deal.

But bringing an entire city along is sheer fantasy!

Chu Yang shook his head: "No need for that hassle; I have another way."

Hearing him say that, Qin Tian finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing Lin Dong and the others' joy evident on their faces, Chu Yang, knowing the situation, asked plainly: "Brother Lin seems eager to return to the Great Thousand Realm as soon as possible?"

Lin Dong sighed: "To be frank, Master Chu, although the rogue demons on the Heavenly Mysterious Continent have been eliminated, many matters still need to be wrapped up. The reason we are in a hurry to leave the Heavenly Mysterious Continent is that my wife fell back then while helping me break through my realm."

"However, a fragment of her lingering soul remains in the world, right within the Great Thousand Realm!"

Although Chu Yang let them address him by name, the gap in strength was evident, so the others dared not be disrespectful and still respectfully called him "Sir."

Chu Yang squinted, then said softly: "Would it be convenient to tell me in detail about the situation concerning your wife?"

Lin Dong replied calmly: "There's nothing I can't say…"

He then gave a detailed account of the circumstances concerning Ying Huanhuan.

After listening, Chu Yang pretended to ponder for a moment before slowly saying: "Once you return to the Great Thousand Realm, Brother Lin could visit the Ice Spirit Tribe; perhaps you'll gain an unexpected benefit."

Lin Dong was first stunned, then his eyes suddenly brightened, his expression becoming a bit excited, and he solemnly performed a deep bow to Chu Yang, saying:

"Thank you, Sir Chu, for your guidance! If I can retrieve my wife, I will forever engrave this debt in my heart!"

While they were speaking, they had already returned to War Demon City.

The already desolate street was now completely empty; they walked to the city center, and in front of the Dragon Prison Tower, they finally saw a crowd of densely packed figures.

When Chu Yang returned, a burst of cheers erupted from the crowd, and Chu Yang then felt the faith power within his Ascension Talisman increase by a notch.

War Demon City houses many strong individuals, and the faith power they provide is many times stronger than that of ordinary people.

Han Que stepped before the group, his normally cold, pretty face showing a flash of excitement; he bowed deeply and said: "Senior, you intervened in a time of peril, protecting War Demon City, and also serving as the Great Saint's guardian. This kindness we will never forget!"

Chu Yang laughed teasingly: "We're all family now, no need for such formality, right?"

Han Que's pretty face flushed instantly; he stepped aside, hung his head, and fell silent.

Because of the defenses of the Kirin True Spirit and the Divine Turtle True Spirit, the city's inhabitants could not see the battle outside, yet they could feel the powerful surges of aura.

Especially when the auras of the three Mysterious Demon Emperors vanished one after another, it was clear something had happened. Qin Tian suddenly teased: "Miss Han Que, we also traveled thousands of miles to help; why are you only thanking Sir Chu?"

Han Que, clearly already familiar with them, narrowed his beautiful eyes and said: "Don't think I don't know! When you arrived, the battle had already ended!"

"When Sir Chu risked his life defending the city, we didn't see any of you, yet you still have the nerve to claim credit!"

She didn't know Chu Yang's name, but after hearing Qin Tian's address, she also called Chu Yang "Sir."

Although she didn't witness the battle herself, Han Que saw that Chu Yang's skin exposed beyond his robe was riddled with cracks, clearly indicating severe injuries, which is why she said he risked his life defending the city.

"Is everyone here?"

Seeing the slightly embarrassed Qin Tian and Lin Dong, Chu Yang smiled and moved on from the topic.

"All who belong to War Demon City are present!" Han Que bowed respectfully, no longer bearing his earlier fierce demeanor.

Chu Yang looked toward the Dragon Prison Tower and said softly: "From now on, everyone must stay within the city and not leave the area around the Dragon Prison Tower until Brother Monkey exits the pass."

"Although the Asura Demon Tribe is unlikely to resurface in the short term, we must still remain vigilant."

Speaking, he turned his head toward Qin Tian and Lin Dong, saying, "I need some time to recover my injuries; during that period, I'll have to trouble you to scout for information outside."

"If the Asura Demon Tribe shows any movement, report back immediately."

Qin Tian hurriedly replied: "We already arrived a step late, but now we can finally help; there's no need to speak of trouble."

"Rest assured, Sir Chu, we will keep the Asura Demon Tribe under constant watch!"

Chu Yang nodded, then his figure flashed and vanished on the spot.

Lin Dong and Qin Tian exchanged glances; the former turned to Lin Diao and the three others, saying: "You stay in the city first; Qin brother and I will go scout for information!"

"I'll go too!" Han Que stepped forward.

Qin Tian shook his head: "You must stay; War Demon City always needs someone to hold the fort."

"If an accident occurs, we can't have Sir Chu go into battle wounded, can we?"

Han Que was momentarily at a loss for words and could only nod.

Ling Qingzhu stepped forward, grasped Lin Dong's hand, and gently said: "Take care; we'll be waiting for your return."

Lin Dong nodded; those close to him standing nearby could clearly see that he had shed some of his despondent and suppressed demeanor, as if the indomitable youth of his past had reappeared.

All of this was because, from Chu Yang's mouth, they learned clues about Ying Huanhuan.

…………

Chu Yang casually found a small courtyard, entered the house, sat cross‑legged, and began contacting Mu Tianyin.

After half an hour, he finally established a link with Mu Tianyin, and then the planar energy of the Douqi Continent began to flow continuously through an energy singularity.

Under the influence of the planar energy, the cracks on Chu Yang's body began to heal, and the damaged meridians inside him were swiftly repaired.

At the same time, Chu Yang began to contemplate Qin Tian's situation.

Qin Tian has not yet reached the Saint Product stage; if he returns to the Great Thousand Realm, his growth rate will slow.

But if he stays in the Outer Evil Tribe, and as in the original plot slays a Heavenly Demon Emperor before fleeing back to the Great Thousand Realm, that Heavenly Demon Emperor will inevitably plant a Heart Demon seed in him.

Chu Yang intends to bring him under his command and make him the decision‑maker of the Great Thousand Palace, so he needs Qin Tian to grow rapidly.

However, the Heavenly Demon Emperor he slew was the Heart Demon Clan's chieftain, whose power had reached the late stage of Saint Product, specializing in the Soul Path.

Even Chu Yang is not confident he can resolve the Heart Demon seed it left behind.

Although, with the aid of an ancient tome, his soul attack rivals that of a Half-step Saint Product, the tome can only be used for offense and does not fundamentally enhance his Soul Force.

This is a troublesome matter; Qin Tian, seeded with a Heart Demon, is effectively under constant surveillance by the Outer Evil Tribe.

But letting Qin Tian return to the Great Thousand Realm and slowing his growth is a minor issue, since under Sun Wukong's influence his growth rate has already increased dramatically.

But the problem is…

Without enough Demon‑Eradicating Points, Qin Tian cannot become the second Demon‑Eradication King! In the end, Chu Yang decided to ask Qin Tian his own wishes; if he wishes to stay, Chu Yang will simply remind him not to provoke the Heart Demon Clan.

Three days later, Chu Yang's injuries were fully healed, and his cultivation advanced further, approaching the Heavenly Supreme.

Moreover, he had a vague premonition that if he could merge the planar journey and enter the Heavenly Supreme realm, it would be like his original breakthrough of the Supreme realm—accumulating strength to shatter multiple realms.

Returning once more to the Dragon Prison Tower, Chu Yang could clearly feel that Sun Wukong's three bodies merging had entered its final stage; whether it succeeds will soon be revealed.

But what surprised him was that Qin Tian was also here, and he had suffered a serious injury!

Lin Dong and Han Que had disappeared; obviously they were outside gathering news, and the latter was substituting for Qin Tian.

It seems that during these three days of my closed-door cultivation, something unexpected has happened……(End of chapter)