Chapter 1762 - 822: Grandfather and Grandson

Chapter 1762: Chapter 822: Grandfather and Grandson

Ye Lingyue originally thought that this route was merely convoluted and the longest, so the defense should be much looser compared to Route A, but she didn’t expect that South Nether City’s people would heavily guard this place.

Ye Lingyue didn’t know, but over the past three days, Zhan Hen received information about a Human Clan Demon Hunter heading to the Demon Thirteen Tombs, and he deduced that Di Shen was likely among them.

Zhan Hen planned to capture Qianyu City quickly to prevent Di Shen and others from making any moves.

Zhan Hen personally led the campaign, with troops surrounding the city of Qianyu, and his two Great Demons each commanding an army, occupying the major routes nearby.

Ye Lingyue and Little Jiunian didn’t delay due to Yan Jiu’s matter earlier, choosing Route B instead, which turned out to be the safest.

But if that’s the case, Yan Jiu might have long been tormented by the Divine Hidden Fire.

Everything is destined in the dark.

Ye Lingyue gazed at the military camp ahead, pondering repeatedly.

If it were just her and Hunyuan Ancestor, breaking through the camp wouldn’t be too difficult, but with two little ones with them, it was impossible to pass unnoticed.

"Hunyuan Ancestor, think of a way to inquire which demon king’s troops are ahead, know your enemy and yourself, and you can fight a hundred battles without danger."

Ye Lingyue commanded.

Before Hunyuan Ancestor could leave, Little Jiunian tugged at Ye Lingyue’s sleeve, speaking softly.

"Godmother, if it’s the troops ahead, there’s no need to investigate. I think I know them. If I’m not mistaken, that’s the Yan Department from South Nether, and the demon king is none other than my grandfather, Yan Li."

Little Jiunian was very clever. He had followed Empress Dowager Chi in Beiyu Palace to learn various sorceries and had also read a lot of legends and books from Empress Dowager Chi’s study.

Little Jiunian remembered clearly, especially about the major forces in South Nether City.

Among them was the record of the Yan Department of South Nether.

It was said that the Yan Department was a renowned military department in the Demon World, ranking after the Chi Prison Army and War Wolf Camp of the Zhan Clan, claiming the title of the third-largest corps.

However, at that time, Little Jiunian didn’t know he was Yan Jiu’s son or a descendant of the Yan Clan.

"Oh? Is it really your grandfather’s corps?"

Ye Lingyue listened to Little Jiunian and focused her gaze again, indeed seeing a flag from afar, with the word "Yan" written on it.

"Ah, since it’s Little Jiunian’s grandfather, that’s good. Let’s directly ask to meet him. Considering Little Jiunian, they will surely give us some leeway to pass."

Chi Chi was overjoyed to hear this and pulled Little Jiunian, running towards the corps.

"Come back, you two little ones."

Ye Lingyue hurriedly chased after them.

"Master, although this method is a bit reckless, it isn’t necessarily a bad idea. Blood ties are thicker than water, though it’s better to visit privately."

Hunyuan Ancestor felt there was nothing wrong with Little Princess Chi Chi’s approach.

Ye Lingyue was also anxious, unsure if Demon King Yan Li would accept Jiunian.

While speaking, Little Jiunian and Chi Chi had already arrived at the corps.

At the gate of the corps, a checkpoint was set up.

The demon soldiers of the Yan Department were tall and had sharp eyes.

Upon hearing sounds ahead, they assumed it was an attack, but looking closely, they saw two little ones running over in a hurry.

"Where did these little ghosts come from? Ahead is the corps’ camp, trespassers die."

The demon soldier thundered with anger.

How dare they shout at her!

Chi Chi was furious, puffed up her small stature, and pointed at the demon soldier to scold him.

"Ridiculous! How dare you speak to a princess like that! Do you know who the princess is?" Chi Chi almost bit her tongue, nearly forgetting these were enemy troops. She quickly made a complete turnaround, "Do you know who he is? He is the direct grandson of your family’s demon king, your future young clan leader, Yan Jiunian!"

Saying this, Chi Chi pushed Little Jiunian forward, presenting him to the demon soldiers.

The demon king’s grandson!

The demon soldiers had been instructed that if anyone claimed to be the demon king’s grandson, they would be shot with arrows.

The demon soldier was about to act but, taking a closer look again.

He saw Little Jiunian looking pink and cute, with big, watery eyes, and emitting an aura of nobility. Hey, you could say he did have the demeanor of a young clan leader from the Demon Clan nobles.

Little Jiunian felt Chi Chi’s approach was risky but at this point, he could only brace himself to meet the scrutiny of the demon soldiers.

Little Jiunian still hoped he could see his grandfather.

Also a military general, would his grandfather be like his other grandfather, would he like him, or would he despise his demon-human hybrid identity?

Seeing Little Jiunian unperturbed, showing the demeanor of a great general at such a young age, the demon soldiers were bewildered.

They exchanged glances, and one hurried inside the camp to report to Demon King Yan Li.

"Report, Demon King, there are two children outside requesting to see you, claiming to be your grandson."

As the demon soldier went inside, Yan Li was discussing with his subordinates on how to forcefully occupy Qianyu City.

Upon hearing this, Yan Li’s eyebrows raised, and he slapped the table, furious.

"Damn, one wasn’t enough, now there are two! Do you all take my words as wind by the ears? Come one, shoot one! I’m about to lose my son, let alone a grandson! If you don’t execute my orders, I’ll shoot you instead!"

The demon soldier wanted to say one of them looked a bit like the Princess, but with Yan Li’s rebuke, didn’t dare to utter another word, slinking away.

Little Jiunian and Chi Chi waited outside the camp, pacing back and forth.

Unexpectedly, when the demon soldier came out, his face abruptly changed, shouting harshly.

"The demon king said he has no grandson. Impersonators will be shot with arrows."

Little Jiunian’s face turned pale upon hearing this, and Chi Chi was also stunned.

Instantly, hundreds of arrows aimed at Little Jiunian and Chi Chi.

"Run."

The two little ones were still dazed. Thankfully, Ye Lingyue heard everything clearly from her hiding place and, along with Hunyuan Ancestor, swiftly grabbed the two little ones and retreated.

Fortunately, the demon soldiers didn’t genuinely intend to kill, and after chasing a few steps, they quickly retreated back to the camp.

After the four retreated into the darkness, Little Jiunian looked sad.

His grandfather didn’t recognize him.

"Little Jiunian, don’t be sad. That old fellow is blind and won’t acknowledge you. When Chi Ye brother returns, I’ll make sure he brings troops to capture the old fellow and give him a thorough beating."

Chi Chi regretted it, blaming herself for the lousy idea.

Who knew Demon King Yan Li wouldn’t recognize even his grandson?

"Jiunian, don’t be too upset over this. If I were Yan Li, with a son missing for hundreds of years, and suddenly a grandson popping up, especially during such a time, I wouldn’t easily believe it either."

Ye Lingyue patted Jiunian’s little head.

Jiunian nodded, somewhat disappointed, saying.

"Godmother, I’m okay, but with this situation, it will be even harder for us to get to Qianyu City now."