Chapter 1778 - 838: Infiltrating the Enemy Camp

Chapter 1778: Chapter 838: Infiltrating the Enemy Camp

By the time it came to the generation of the Tiger-striped Cat, the bloodline of the Chi Clan had thinned to less than one-in-ten. If it weren’t for meeting Ye Lingyue, the Tiger-striped Cat wouldn’t even have been able to transform, and wouldn’t dare to claim to be a descendant of the Chi Clan.

"Oh? Such a coincidence, Tiger-striped Cat, let me take a look."

Curious, Ye Lingyue checked the Tiger-striped Cat’s body using Cauldron Breath.

Upon inspection, she discovered that the Tiger-striped Cat’s body contained as much as half the blood of the Chi Clan, no wonder he could form the ’King’ pattern.

Could it be that this was also due to drinking the concentrated version of Huangquan Water?

Ye Lingyue marveled.

"So, you really are from the same clan. Tiger-striped Cat, since you’re from the same clan, let me ask you, are you willing to help Little Princess Chi Chi and the Chi Clan?"

Ye Lingyue knew that demons were different from humans.

For demons, being of the same clan was of utmost importance.

The Tiger-striped Cat was momentarily stunned before understanding Ye Lingyue’s implication.

If it were before, the Tiger-striped Cat would have gladly pledged allegiance to the Chi Clan, but with the current situation at Beiyu Palace, in its declining days, if one wasn’t careful, the nation could be destroyed.

Tiger-striped Cat’s concerns were not lost on Ye Lingyue.

"Tiger-striped Cat, you are a descendant of the Chi Clan, you cannot truly be valued in South Nether. But Beiyu Palace is different, the Demon Emperor Chi Ye could return at any time, and if you make significant contributions now, your future could be limitless. Besides, I’m not asking you to do anything beyond your capabilities, I just want to infiltrate Qianyu City. For someone in the War Wolf Army, this shouldn’t be difficult. As a reward, this Demon Essence Pill is yours, and after the task is complete, I’ll give you another of the same level."

As she spoke, Ye Lingyue took out a Demon Essence Pill and tossed it to the Tiger-striped Cat.

The Tiger-striped Cat caught the Demon Essence Pill, still somewhat hesitant.

Ye Lingyue was telling the truth; he ranked among the top in the War Wolf Army, yet whenever there were secret missions, the team leader never took him along, causing his achievements to lag behind others.

Simply because every War Wolf Demon Soldier had a prestigious background, someone like him with thin bloodlines and being a foreign clan, was nearly impossible to become Zhan Hen’s trusted aide.

However, if he were to assist Beiyu Palace, it seemed there might not be much benefit either. The Tiger-striped Cat hesitated, lowering his gaze to the Demon Essence Pill in his hand, realizing it was actually refined from a Demon General’s Demon Core!

Previously, Ye Lingyue had obtained the Demon Core of the Demon King Tongtian from Wuyue, tasked with refining an antidote for Fifth Sister.

During the refining process, Ye Lingyue had also conveniently refined the Demon Cores of a few Demon Generals from the Tongtian Tribe into Demon Essence Pills.

Her original intention was to give these Demon Essence Pills to Di Shen.

But Di Shen had told Ye Lingyue that he had just recently broken through to the Great Divine Power Realm, and that the Demon General-level Demon Essence Pills were no longer useful for him.

Once again, Ye Lingyue was struck by Di Shen’s extraordinary cultivation abilities, and these Demon Essence Pills remained unutilized, so Ye Lingyue decided to do the Tiger-striped Cat a favor, using them as a bribe.

While Di Shen dismissed these Demon Essence Pills, they were undoubtedly treasures in the eyes of the Tiger-striped Cat.

The quality and grade of this Demon Essence Pill far exceeded those refined by the Fang Venerates of South Nether City.

If he could truly obtain two Demon General-level Demon Essence Pills, the Tiger-striped Cat’s strength would no doubt enhance substantially, equaling that of a team leader in the War Wolf Army.

Moreover, the fact that Ye Lingyue could casually give away Demon General-level Demon Essence Pills proved her abilities surpassed those of a Demon General and even a Demon King.

Reflecting on Ye Lingyue’s Huangquan Water from earlier, the Tiger-striped Cat’s vacillating heart finally became resolute.

"I am willing to serve you and Beiyu Palace."

The Tiger-striped Cat stated solemnly.

He pledged allegiance to Ye Lingyue and Beiyu Palace, evidently prioritizing Ye Lingyue over Beiyu Palace.

It was clear, in the Tiger-striped Cat’s eyes, Ye Lingyue’s standing was above that of Beiyu Palace.

Nevertheless, Little Princess Chi Chi did not mind at the moment. In her view, Ye Lingyue was Little Jiu Nian’s godmother, and in the future, they would all be one family.

Furthermore, Ye Lingyue’s man was the Demon Ancestor, and as the woman of a demon clan, she could also be considered half a demon.

The Tiger-striped Cat’s inclusion promptly resolved the challenges Ye Lingyue had been facing recently.

She summoned back the Hunyuan Ancestor, and after some deliberation, Ye Lingyue and the Hunyuan Ancestor decided to infiltrate the War Wolf Army.

As for Little Jiu Nian and Chi Chi, they were temporarily tucked away in Ye Lingyue’s Life Qiankun Bag.

"By the way, Tiger-striped Cat, I’ve heard the War Wolf Army is under the direct command of Zhan Hen himself, so does that mean Zhan Hen is nearby?"

Ye Lingyue inquired out of curiosity.

"Reporting to you, my lord, the Demon Emperor Zhan Hen is not nearby. A few days ago, it was said he went to the South Nether Ancient Clan to fetch the Queen Xiyuan. Before he left, he suddenly ordered the War Wolf Army to station in this area, apparently for some secret mission."

The Tiger-striped Cat did not hold a high position in the War Wolf Army, so he was not privy to the most confidential matters.

However, the captain of the War Wolf Army surely was, but that captain was wary of the Tiger-striped Cat, guarding against him at every turn.

"Given this, let us first go to the War Wolf Camp and seize an opportunity."

Ye Lingyue knew not to expect much information and decided to first sneak into the War Wolf Army.

Infiltrating the War Wolf Army wasn’t too difficult; each soldier wore wolf helmets and full heavy armor, making it impossible to discern their faces. As long as Ye Lingyue and the Hunyuan Ancestor refrained from taking action, no one could tell they were infiltrators.

The Tiger-striped Cat used some means to take down two War Wolf Demon Soldiers. After Ye Lingyue and the Hunyuan Ancestor donned armor, they followed the Tiger-striped Cat to the War Wolf Army camp.

When the Tiger-striped Cat arrived at the War Wolf Army camp, it was around dusk.

"Tiger-striped Cat, I’ve been looking for you. There have been numerous alchemists coming to join in recent days, we don’t have enough people to receive them. You two, come along."

The Tiger-striped Cat had just returned to his tent, planning to settle Ye Lingyue and the Hunyuan Ancestor, when a War Wolf Demon Soldier approached.

"Why so many alchemists, and all from Beiyu Palace?"

The Tiger-striped Cat inquired as he led Ye Lingyue and the Hunyuan Ancestor out.

"It’s by order of the Demon Emperor, my rank is too low to understand the specific intent."

The guiding Demon Soldier answered.

Just ten days ago, Zhan Hen suddenly announced a recruitment of alchemists of Fang Venerate rank and higher, offering lavish rewards and positions. Upon the news, several renowned Fang Venerates and alchemists within Beiyu Palace defected to the Southern Nether Army.

Even several court Fang Venerates from Beiyu Palace defected. If something were to happen to Empress Dowager Zhenchi now, they might not even have a healing Fang Venerate by their side.

Not to mention, the injured in Beiyu Palace’s army couldn’t receive the necessary treatment.

"Zhan Hen is too despicable."

Ye Lingyue, overhearing the conversation, couldn’t help but curse Zhan Hen as a vile person. His actions would inevitably plunge Beiyu Palace into internal and external crises, worsening their dire situation.

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