Chapter 598 - 605: The Song Family’s Trouble

"If this scent really is from the monster, then perhaps we can use these Medicinal Herbs to find it!"

Baili Shang immediately understood Song Wanning’s meaning and chimed in.

He took out a Communication Talisman and immediately sent out orders to handle the matter.

The Demon Clan’s territory was vast. If it was just the two of them, who knew how long it would take to find it.

"Come on, there’s no rush. Why don’t we go to the Demon Palace and rest for a while first?"

Baili Shang asked with a hopeful smile.

’Song Wanning has traveled a long way. She must be exhausted from the journey.’

’Once we get to the Demon Palace, I have to be a good host.’

"Alright."

Song Wanning wasn’t in a hurry either, and she smiled as she followed Baili Shang to the Demon Palace.

Learning that Song Wanning was coming, the Demon King took it very seriously and led the elders of the Demon Palace out to greet her personally.

"You must be Song Dao You, correct? I’ve heard so much about you!"

The Demon King’s attitude was extremely courteous, his face wreathed in a warm smile.

’Whether it’s due to her power or the fact that she’s the one my son loves, she deserves my utmost respect.’

The other elders also greeted Song Wanning. They had long been curious about this junior who was famous throughout the Spirit Realm, and seeing her in person today left them even more shocked.

’She’s even younger than our Young Master. Her talent is simply astonishing.’

"You are all too kind, Seniors!"

Song Wanning offered a faint smile and politely returned their greetings.

The group headed into the Demon Palace.

Once they entered the main hall, Baili Shang told them about Song Wanning’s discovery.

The Demon King’s brow furrowed for a moment before his eyes lit up. "So that’s why we could never find the source of the problem. It was the Medicinal Herbs used to refine Spirit Pills."

"Don’t worry, I will personally see to this. We’ll find the location of those Medicinal Herbs as soon as possible."

"Good. You all can discuss this. I’m going to take Wan Ning to get some rest."

Baili Shang didn’t mention the possibility of a plague of monsters. After all, it was just speculation at this point. Telling them would be useless and only cause unnecessary worry.

Without waiting for anyone to react, he led her away toward his personal courtyard.

As their figures quickly disappeared from view, the Demon King’s lips curled into a helpless smile.

’That boy... acting as if we’re going to eat Song Wanning. It’s true what they say, once you find a wife, you forget your own parents.’

"Demon King, it looks like good things are on the horizon for our Young Master!"

"That’s right! I’ve never seen the Young Master care so much for a woman. Your Majesty, you might have to start preparing for a bonding ceremony soon!"

Several elders couldn’t help but start teasing. They had all watched Baili Shang grow up and had never seen him so devoted to a woman before. It made them happy for him.

’After all, both of them have exceptional talent. If they were to have a child, its talent would be even more incredible.’

Listening to their increasingly absurd discussion, the corner of the Demon King’s mouth twitched, his expression growing even more helpless.

"All of you, have you even considered Song Wanning’s position? With her Cultivation speed, my son can’t possibly keep up."

"Besides, Song Wanning’s gaze is clear. Have you seen even half a hint of affection in her eyes for him?"

"You’d all better stop this nonsense. You’ll only make the young lady uncomfortable, understand?"

The Demon King shook his head. His own partner was currently in death-door seclusion. Their love for each other was profound, so he knew very well what the stirrings of affection looked like.

Song Wanning clearly saw Baili Shang as a friend, and he wasn’t about to meddle blindly.

’It’s good for my son to have a goal like her. At the very least, she can serve as his motivation to cultivate.’

Hearing this, a look of disappointment appeared in each of the elders’ eyes.

’What a pity.’

But matters of the heart can’t be forced. They quickly changed the subject and began discussing the monster situation.

...

Upon arriving at Baili Shang’s courtyard, Song Wanning went into the guest room.

Because he knew Song Wanning was coming, Baili Shang had made preparations well in advance. He had even readied an Alchemy Room, as if hoping to persuade her to stay for a long time.

Song Wanning could feel his sincerity, and she began to relax.

"You should get some rest. I’ll let you know the moment I get any news."

His heart ached seeing how weary Song Wanning was from her long journey. As soon as he saw her settled in, he quickly excused himself.

Song Wanning was indeed exhausted. With nothing pressing to do, she lay down and fell into a deep sleep.

For once, she slept without any defenses up, falling into a deep and comfortable slumber.

Meanwhile, Baili Shang sat in the courtyard, reading a book and making sure no one disturbed Song Wanning.

He glanced in the direction of her room. ’Even just being able to guard her side and watch over her in silence... it seems like a very blissful thing.’

’I’m already content.’

’It’s just that Song Wanning’s Cultivation speed is far too fast. It won’t be long before she ascends to the Immortal Realm.’

’As for me, I’m not talented enough. I can only make up for it with diligence.’

He shook his head, a faint smile on his lips, and returned to the book in his hands.

...

Meanwhile, in the Lower World, the Song Family had gathered for a meeting, their expressions grave.

Li Rao, who had already reached the Golden Core Stage, was also present.

She had completely shed her youthful innocence and now appeared mature and composed. A murderous aura clung to her, and she even seemed to possess a hint of Song Wanning’s former commanding presence.

As for Song Qingyun and Mu Yuan, their Cultivation had reached the Peak of Divinity Transformation, placing them just one step away from ascension.

This was all thanks to the resources and treasures Song Wanning had left behind; otherwise, it would have been impossible for any of them to advance so rapidly.

The other elders and disciples of the Song Family, continually nourished by those legacies and the Spirit Vein, had also progressed with incredible speed.

The Song Family was now a hegemon in the Lower World, a power that no one dared to provoke lightly.

Recently, however, the Song Family had encountered a very thorny issue: the Hidden Clans had lifted their restrictions and could now move freely in the outside world.

Relying on their superior Cultivation, they were trying to force the Sects and families of the outside world to cede their own interests and hand them over.

As the most prosperous family of the current era, the Song Family was naturally seen as a thorn in their side.

They had gathered today precisely to resolve this issue.

"Clan Leader, we must not compromise on these demands! When the great families were bearing down on the Song Family, our Young Miss led us back from the brink of destruction. Even though she isn’t here now, we can’t just hand over our resources for nothing!"

"That’s right! Especially since those resources were left to us by the Young Miss. Why should we hand them over? If it comes to it, we’ll fight them to the death!"

"Exactly! The Song Family has quite a few Divinity Transformation cultivators now. We aren’t afraid of them!"

"Clan Leader, I believe we should cooperate with the other families and Sects to jointly resist the Hidden Clans."

"..."

The elders all voiced their own opinions, but everyone agreed they would not simply hand over their resources.

Song Qingyun’s expression was composed and his gaze resolute, though a hint of longing for his daughter showed in his eyes.

’I haven’t seen my daughter in so many years. I wonder if she’s doing well, or if anyone is giving her trouble.’

He snapped out of his reverie and said, "That’s right. On this matter, the Song Family will not back down!"