Chapter 1718 - 778: Memory Fragments

Chapter 1718: Chapter 778: Memory Fragments

Ye Lingyue couldn’t help but glance at Di Shen, noticing his eyes slightly darkening, clearly reminiscing about something.

The remnants of Di Shen’s memories about the Demon World were scarce, but the Demon Thirteen Tombs seemed to stir some memories.

In the memories, there was a tall figure in the distance.

Behind it was a vast desolate grave.

A small child struggled to move forward, trying to catch up.

Yet no matter how he ran, he couldn’t catch the shadow ahead.

The fragmented memory faded quickly, Di Shen wanted to grasp it but couldn’t.

"What’s wrong?"

Ye Lingyue asked softly.

"Nothing, just seems like I’ve heard this name somewhere before."

Di Xin shook his head, the fragment in his mind gradually blurred.

No one else present reacted much to the Demon Thirteen Tombs.

This was within Alliance Leader Ning’s expectations.

"I assume everyone is curious about what the Demon Thirteen Tombs is. It’s the place where the thirteen largest Demon Tribe clans originated at the beginning of the Demon World’s formation. Legend has it, the tombs bury the Demon Bones of the thirteen fallen Demon Kings in history. Within the Thirteen Tombs lies the Emperor Demon Vein of the Demon Clan, akin to the Dragon Vein in the secular Dynasty of the Human Realm, the very source of the Demon World, with the Evil Qi of the Demon World crystallizing here."

Alliance Leader Ning’s explanation made everyone understand.

Ye Lingyue, Chen Mu, both from noble family backgrounds, naturally understood the importance of what’s called the Dragon Vein.

If they were to destroy the Emperor Demon Vein in the Demon Thirteen Tombs, it would equate to destroying the source of the Demon World’s fortune and evil spirit, the Evil Qi of the Demon World would gradually wilt, making it much easier for the Jiu Provinces Alliance to invade.

Alliance Leader Ning certainly had a clever plan.

"Alliance Leader Song wants us to infiltrate the Demon Thirteen Tombs via the Demon Road to destroy the Emperor Demon Vein? But since it’s the very source of the Demon World, it might not be so easy to get through."

Di Shen interjected.

"I’ve already sent Chen Mu to investigate this. Chen Mu, tell everyone about the situation."

Alliance Leader Ning’s appreciation of Chen Mu was unexpected by the others.

Especially Ye Lingyue, who knew of Chen Mu’s abilities well; his talent on the Qing Province Continent was just decent, not necessarily superior compared to others like Yue Mei.

But after entering the Ancient Nine Provinces, especially after framing Ye Liuyun, that changed.

Especially earlier on the way here, Ye Lingyue had already learned from the clerk that Chen Mu and Yue Mei’s Jiu Provinces Representative Team was now the first in the Jiu Provinces Hunting, with Merit Points reaching nearly four million.

Just a few days ago, Chen Mu had slain a Demon King.

In the Central Plains Region, there were only two major Demon Kings: the Golden Horn Demon King remains, while the Demon King Tongtian is dead, so naturally, Chen Mu couldn’t have slain the Golden Horn Demon King.

The only explanation left was that Chen Mu had slain a Demon King from the Demon World.

He must have already ventured into the Demon World, and the news about the Demon Thirteen Tombs should have been brought back by Chen Mu.

If this were true, Chen Mu’s prowess must have surpassed that of a Demon King.

To know that the strength of a Demon King is at least equivalent to a Great Divine Power Realm expert of the Human Clan.

No wonder Alliance Leader Ning held him in such high regard.

But isn’t this improvement in strength too fast?

Ye Lingyue pondered.

Alliance Leader Ning’s praise and the first in Merit Points made Chen Mu feel inflated.

Not to mention, Ye Lingyue, whom he admired for a long time, was present, so he straightened his voice, quickly glancing toward Ye Lingyue.

Despite Ye Lingyue’s peculiar appearance, Chen Mu quickly figured it out.

Ye Lingyue’s beauty could be described as captivating cities and nations.

In a place like Ancient Nine Provinces, a woman’s beauty can sometimes be a burden.

Some women might use their extraordinary looks to attract and gather supporters for political advantage.

Earlier when Yue Mei first arrived at Ancient Nine Provinces, while their foundation was unstable, she too had used her beauty, but Chen Mu just turned a blind eye, not caring.

He wouldn’t say it, but deep down he despised Yue Mei’s actions, distancing himself from her.

Clearly, Ye Lingyue wasn’t of such a nature, under these circumstances, concealing her appearance was undoubtedly the safest approach.

Chen Mu had seen many beautiful women, but those like Ye Lingyue, who was indeed a world-class beauty, yet relied on her strength and wisdom rather than looks, were rare.

This only made Chen Mu feel that Ye Lingyue was different from average women.

"Earlier, there were two major empires’ heavy weapons guarding the Emperor Demon Vein of the Thirteen Tombs, but recently, for some unknown reason, the soldiers of the two empires clashed, and now the defense of the Demon Thirteen Tombs is much more relaxed than before. The Demon King who guarded the Demon Tomb from Beiyu Palace was slain by me, leaving only a Sky Demon Level Tomb Guardian from South Nether City."

Upon hearing Chen Mu had killed a Demon King, the others inside the tent couldn’t help but glance at Chen Mu.

Even Jin Mu, the noble scion who usually ignored everyone, looked at Chen Mu differently.

Chen Mu glanced hopefully at Ye Lingyue, but saw that she was gazing at Di Shen, her eyes reflecting only him.

Di Shen, noticing Chen Mu’s sneaky glance at his wife, instantly resembled an alerted leopard, forgetting all about the Thirteen Tombs.

He shifted slightly, not straying from the spot, blocking Ye Lingyue from view.

Chen Mu frowned, staring defiantly at Di Shen.

Naturally, Di Shen wouldn’t back down, his phoenix eyes raised, imposing without anger.

Suddenly, the atmosphere in the main tent became peculiar.

"Brother Chen’s skills are remarkable, killing a Demon King; truly impressive. When venturing to the Demon World, I’ll count on you for guidance."

Jin Mu, observing clearly, knew that Di Shen and Chen Mu disliked each other.

Both the Wuling Team and the Huangquan Team were joining this endeavor; heading into the Demon World, the Jin Family naturally sought allies.

If Chen Mu and Di Shen were at odds, all the better; Jin Mu was eager to ally with Chen Mu.

Jin Mu’s words pleased Chen Mu.

"Young Master Jin is too kind, we’ll look out for each other."

Chen Mu nodded, secretly thinking his knowledge of the Demon World far exceeded Di Shen’s.

Unable to make a move in the Jiu Provinces Main Camp now, once inside the Demon World, he planned to deal with Di Shen, making Ye Lingyue his possession.

"Since all of you have no objections to the Alliance Leader’s task, half a month later, on the first day of the month when the sealing of the Demon World entrance is weakest, is the best time to enter. Prepare with your respective teams and leave then."

Alliance Leader Ning, unaware of Di Shen and Chen Mu’s hostility, spoke a few more words and dismissed everyone.

Just as Yue Mei and Chen Mu reached the tent’s entrance, they heard a shout.

"Yue Mei, Chen Mu, you two shameless traitors, finally found you!"

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