"Our kid was born with two unique physical characteristics, Pixiu Divine Eyes and Yin Ice Constitution, both of which are outstanding," stated Jin Shiyan to his wife.
Bai Lili said, "Did Xiao Yan inherit the Yin Ice Constitution from the Bai Family bloodline? I heard about this from Dad's side."
"Uncle believes I have stronger blood of Jin and Bai instead of Xue," Jin Yanli said.
"That might be so. Mom only has half of Xue's Bloodline and it's unawakened. That's why you didn't inherit any of it? Don't worry son, your two physiques are amazing too. As long as you have enough gold and treasures, your Pixiu Divine Eyes would help you increase your strength quickly. Additionally, with a Yin Constitution, as long as you train in the North, which is covered in snow and ice all day, would also increase your cultivation. Even if you don't have Immortal Physique, you can still cultivate," said Bai Lili.
Jin Yanli said, "I know. When I've tested the Ice crystal balls from Uncle Hei I can somehow feel that I'm about to break through to the 5th establishment foundation stage?!"
"That's good news son. But don't be hasty, Dad will help you solidify your foundations more," said Jin Shiyan.
Jin Yanli smiled and said, "Thank you, Dad!"
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More days had gone by since Jin Shiyan had fully recovered. His current predicament had become widely known across the realms. To catch Jin Baihua off guard, Sect Master Yun dispatched some disciples and a few elders to capture Jin Baihua. Unfortunately, Jin Baihua was nowhere to be found when they got to the Jin Tiangui Sect (Gold Heavenly Turtle Sect). Even before Jin Shiyan and Yun Huaxia started to move, he had been eager to get away and had concealed himself somewhere. So when the news about Jin Shiyan's full recovery reached his ears, he immediately run away.
At the Jin Tiangui Sect's Golden Palace (Gold Heavenly Turtle Sect). There was no one in the throne room when they arrived. As expected Jin Baihua had already disappeared.
Jin Shiyan said, "As expected, he is no longer here. Sigh~"
"When my spies who were left to watch over the Jin Clan were all killed, blood and flesh were drained, and we could hardly recognize them. I've used soul inquiry to summon their souls but found out that there isn't even a trace left of them. It was as if their souls were eaten. Do you think this is his doing?" Sect Master Yun spoke with a frown.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Speaking of souls being consumed," Jin Shiyan asked, "Don't you think that sounds a little familiar? I heard the same thing occurred in the South, where the Lu Weifeng Sect is based."
After Yun Huaxia remembered something, Sect Master Yun acted as if he couldn't believe the matter, "Devil Race! Is it the Devil Race again?! Unbelievable! Didn't Wuan'er just capture one and kill another one!? How come there is another Devil in the Mortal Realm!?!"
After all, there was only one devil at the time of the last report concerning them, which was more than 10 years before all of these events. It cannot be disputed that many people perished at that time, even though the Xie Clan had become the vassals of the Devil Race and all cultivators in the Mortal Realm decided to eliminate them. Even Wuan'er, who at the time had a mortal vessel, had to make the ultimate sacrifice in order to exterminate that devil's soul.
There are more than two devils in the mortal realm, according to the facts, and those don't appear to be the only ones. A third or fourth devil might exist. They could just not have located them yet.
"If it is really the Devil Race's doing, then all humanity must get ready. I guess it is inevitable that a second war that affects the three realms would happen again. If this is true, then I am thankful that both Wuan'er and Xiao Jie had regained their divinity. With them, on our side, we shouldn't end in a catastrophe where all mortals are obliterated," said Sect Master Yun.
"I intended to take over the Jin Tiangui Sect (Gold Heavenly Turtle Sect) and start making war preparations, so Senior Brother Yun, please help me for a few days," said Jin Shiyan. "But we couldn't leave all the load to rest on the two of them alone again. After all the matters about the Devil race are something every human is involved with," he said.
Sect Master Yun nods his head with a serious expression. He was aware that Jin Baihua and the Devil race were a ticking time bomb of latent threat. They don't even understand the purpose of the Devil Race's frantic invasion of the Mortal Realm.
Yun Huaxia said, "The royal family would undoubtedly support you. Let me give them some messages in advance. I will help you. This seat is rightly yours after all. If my help is insufficient, my Dao partner and the Lu Brothers will help without a doubt."
Jin Shiyan greeted the elders of the Lan Zhuayun Sect who arrived with their current Sect Master, Yun Huaxia, and stated, "I will leave it to Senior Brother Yun to manage. For now, I need to see the elders of my clan. Please feel free to select any unoccupied courtyard to stay with the elders."
With regard to what had transpired to the Jin Tiangui Sect (Gold Heavenly Turtle Sect), particularly to the heretic Jin Baihua who had aligned himself with the demon race, Yun Huaxia had sent warnings to the other Great Sects. Additionally, this is to inform them of the Devil Race's as-yet-unknown ambitions. Recently, vast numbers of powerful devils have been discovered. One has been killed, one has been caught, and one has fled with Jin Baihua. They couldn't let their guard down at all.
"We should ask Wuan'er and Xiao Jie to come to the Central City, the Capital, and I need to send a message to my younger brother for this case," Yun Huaxia said. "If it's like this, our only chance is to interrogate the Devil that the Royal Family is keeping, but the only one who can melt the ice prison is Wuan'er." Sect Master Yun remarked, "Junior Brother Jin, pardon me for today." But he agrees to Sect Master Yun's idea.
"Senior Brother Yun, please follow this disciple as he directs you to your temporary courtyards," Jin Shiyan stated.
Recalling the things Jin Shiyan needs to take over within the Sect and the Jin Clan, Sect Master Yun felt encouraged by this young master. "Don't give up Junior Brother Jin, we are family, so don't be afraid to ask for assistance if you need it. I'm sure Wuan'er wouldn't mind helping you out as well," said Yun Huaxia.
Jin Shiyan scratched his cheeks and said, "I think I had bothered Brother Hei too much lately. The last time I visited the Crimson Cloud Peak, Chun Hongyun-Jun glared at me as if he wanted to swallow me alive."
"Hahaha~ Ignore that big vinegar jar. He had been extremely possessive ever since Wuan'er had returned but well you know... I'm still glad for them," said Sect Master Yun.
"I also feel that those two are meant to be happy," Young Master Jin Shiyan stated.
To pursue their respective goals, the two had parted ways. Yun Huaxia began sending letters to the leaders of the other Great Sects alerting them of the events that had taken place in the Jin Tiangui Sect, particularly those that appeared to have been carried out by devils.
Jin Shiyan had taken a strong seat at the Jin Tiangui Sect's vacant throne, supported by the Lan Zhuayun Sect and Bai Lengshui Sect. The Jin Tiangui Sect suffered enough reputation damage when Jin Baihua fled and the sect almost dropped out of the league of the Great Sects. This issue was resolved after the legitimate successor took the Sect Master's position.
Some seniors intended to take advantage of Jin Shiyan for their own purposes, but when he named Chun Hongyun-Jun and Mo Bing Jingling-Jun, nobody dared to approach him—not even the hidden elders, whose strength had already reached Peak Soul Transformation Stage.
Mo Bing Jingling-Jun, who is he? He is an immortal from the Upper Realm, and he probably holds a prominent position within the Heavenly Domain. Chun Hongyun-Jun, who is he? He is a divinity who has taken on a different form and is Mo Bing Jingling-Jun's Dao Partner. There is no way the Ice Demon would turn a blind eye if someone dared to move him. Even some of the Heavenly Domain cultivators would be afraid to hurt him since they are aware of his actual identity.
Jin Shiyan had regained the proper position thanks to his brothers-in-law's notoriety. Bai Lili, his wife, had also joined him in the Jin Tiangui Sect, but Jin Yanli remained since he still had to go to his Uncle Hei and Chun Hongyun- Jun's lessons. He is selected among the few disciples to attend the Exchange Studies in the Lan Zhuayun Sect as the Jin Tiangui Sect's representatives while other disciples enter screening.
The big sects and the other cultivators of their realm had all heard of the Devil Race's covert invasion. They also learned about Jin Baihua, a traitor of their species who very certainly sold his soul to the devils. There are different reactions from the capital and the great sects when they've received the report from Sect Master Yun's message.
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Capital City...
Imperial Palace is affiliated with the Hou Long Sect (Red Dragon Sect)
Throne Room
Emperor Hong was surprised to learn that the youthful, kind-looking former Sect Master of the Jin Tiangui Sect had ties to the Devil Race. But once this is understood, the strange disappearances of residents in the East Territories make sense. It stands to reason that they have no knowledge of such bizarre happenings if Jin Baihua is employing those common people as sacrifices to the Devils. Because the tracks are being covered by someone at the top which is him himself.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Preposterous! How could he sell his own race to those devils!? What does he still want? Is being a Sect Master of a great sect not enough for him? He wanted the human race to suffer more!?" yells the Human Emperor.
The minister had carefully and intensely researched Jin Baihua's history and lineage. Even he couldn't help but tremble when he saw the specifics of this man's background and even the progression of his efforts to the present. What a cunning mind and composure to sell his own people short. He is indeed a person with an angel's face but a devil's heart.
The Palace Minister spoke, "Brother, this man... He seems to hate... Our race so much. He was abused and treated worse than a slave by his own father. His brothers didn't dare to get involved with him much less help him and even his Sect disciple brothers and sisters look down on him. No wonder he gave up on our race because of this."
"Plus, he is extremely scheming and ambitious. With a calm mind to remain smiling while hiding his claws within, he is a very dangerous person to be left out there. We must send some people to find him as soon as possible. Or else something extremely dangerous would happen."
"Go and send my decree. The former Sect Master of Jin Baihua had betrayed the race. He will be wanted in the whole mortal realm. Capture him at first sight. Rewards would be given whether to bring him in front of this Emperor, Dead or Alive!!!" said Emperor Hong who issued a royal decree on Jin Baihua's wanted status.
Because of this royal decree, all cities would have posters with pictures of Jin Baihua and details of his traits. Additionally, there was a prize for anyone who could assist in spreading information about him. There is a sizable reward for anyone who can find him, whether they find him alive or as a dead body.
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In the North...
Bai Lengshui Sect
Sect Master Bai Qiyin received another letter from his dao partner and frowned when he saw the contents, especially regarding Jin Baihua.
Bai Qiyin said, "I only thought of him as a Vixen trying to steal my husband, but who would have expected he sided with the devils?! Is he insane!?"
"Follow my command! Station some disciples and an elder to the entrances of the city. There would be checked points and everyone had to pass the gates only after passing the Light Elemental Stones. This is to prevent anyone with resentment or death qi in their bodies from entering the city. This is a protective measure against devils!"
"If you caught one regardless of who it is, kill on sight!"
"Yes, Sect Master!!!"