Free Web NovelChapter 1212: Chapter 939: Happy New Year!_2
"We are the same race! We should unite to fight against the Humans, kill them all and occupy that world. It would be a piece of cake for the Demon Race!"
"You now have two choices," Du Li couldn’t be bothered with its nonsense and spoke in a deep voice: "First, die. I’ll dig out your Demon Core to make up for my losses; second, live. Acknowledge me as your master and become my Spirit Pet, I can clean up the mess for you."
As he spoke, the seemingly ordinary and ancient Stone Seal flew out again, swaying back and forth on its forehead.
The Heaven-Flipping Seal, being an ancient Supreme Treasure, loses energy each time it’s used, and replenishing it is a hassle. But it’s undeniably effective against High Tier Great Demon Beasts with tough skin.
Sure enough, the Armored Lion Demon was nearly killed by it after being pummeled, realizing another hit would mean certain death.
Faced with the choice of life and death, it nodded without hesitation: "I acknowledge you as my master, but on one condition—you must not disgrace me, otherwise I’d rather die than live disgraced!"
Just your brain, and you talk about choosing death over disgrace?
Du Li couldn’t help but laugh, immediately signing the contract and taking it as a Spirit Pet. Then he took out a Healing Pill from the Storage Bag and fed it, ordering it to shrink its size and follow him closely.
The Armored Lion Demon secretly consoled itself that preserving life was paramount, planning to bide time and defect at a more opportune moment!
After swallowing the Elixir, its severe injuries weren’t fully healed but it could move without hindrance. Rising to its feet, it transformed into the size of an ordinary lion, following behind its "master" back to the city.
At this moment, Gongxi Yanchang and Qian Su had just finished calming the panicked citizens, and the city was not as chaotic as before.
There were still many issues needing attention, which he couldn’t get to now. He hurriedly called his wife to welcome the Vice Alliance Hierarch of the Demon Realm Alliance. Such a significant figure visiting today happened to witness the scene, leaving Gongxi Yanchang with mixed feelings.
The joy was that since Jin’Er received a treasure from Mr. Jiang, she had been immersed in the "Mountain and River Map" for cultivation, achieving great success, repelling strong enemies with ease, a feat witnessed by the Vice Alliance Leader;
The concern was that, as the City Lord, his own power was mediocre. The invasion of strong enemies made even delaying them difficult, and this was also witnessed by the Vice Alliance Hierarch.
The idea of setting up several more Teleportation Arrays near Carefree City seemed to be dashed.
Unless he stepped down and let Jin’Er take up the position of City Lord, she could bear the responsibility of defending the city and gain recognition from the Demon Realm Alliance, elevating the entire Carefree City to the next level.
The problem was, Jin’Er’s aspirations didn’t seem to lie here.
She was the Gongxi clan’s most promising genius for Ascension, her rapid advancement proving her talent. As a father, he shouldn’t let mundane concerns disrupt her cultivation.
"Ah! In the end, it’s my incompetence, the family’s honor, Carefree City’s future—seemingly beyond what I can elevate." Gongxi Yanchang sighed inwardly.
The City Defense Array, propped up with great expense, now required another investment to upgrade after this incident to reassure the city’s cultivators. They must be convinced of the city’s safety to prevent them from moving their families away.
Otherwise, it could end up like the once-renowned Pearl City, caught in a vicious cycle as more and more cultivators left, and funds dried up, leading to the deterioration of the City Defense Array. Unmaintained Demon Beasts teleported through could not be cleared in time, and on a full moon night, a beast tide could destroy the entire city.
Amidst the misfortune, the fortune was that Jin’Er emerged in the nick of time, turning the tide, minimizing the damage caused by the Demon Beast siege.
He thought he must publicize this to stabilize the people’s hearts; meanwhile, subtly promoting that the Vice Alliance Hierarch personally subdued a Great Demon Beast wouldn’t hurt.
The Alliance had substantial influence among common Demon Cultivators, so with clever promotion, it could be perceived that Carefree City was backed by the Vice Alliance Hierarch, potentially leading to flourishing growth!
"Jin’Er, come stand beside your mother. Excellent, stand here. We are about to welcome the Alliance’s Vice Leader." Gongxi Yanchang’s voice, brimming with joy, was barely subdued as he whispered: "Your battle against the Demon Beast was inspiring, I’m sure the Vice Leader noticed, and if you gain their favor, your cultivation path will be all the smoother!"
Cultivation, besides talent, depends heavily on esteemed mentors, resources, and opportunities, each more crucial than the last.
From once being frail to now becoming a High-Level Cultivator, it was the distance covered by Mr. Jiang’s bestowed treasure. And if she could ride the wave with the Vice Leader’s backing, it would undoubtedly lead to a future filled with satisfaction!
Gongxi Jin raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, Vice Alliance Leader? Could it possibly be that scoundrel from earlier?
Indeed, Du Li returned with a grin, his hands behind his back, accompanied by his newly acquired Spirit Pet. His gaze fell on the petite lass wielding a Giant Sword, appearing increasingly amiable, as he inquired: "Judging by your attributes which match mine well, your performance against the Great Demon Beast was commendable. I wish to take you as my Closed-door Disciple, what do you think?"
Gongxi Yanchang, stunned for a moment, joy bloomed in his heart as he motioned for his family to greet the Vice Alliance Leader together.
He then gestured to his daughter, urging her to accept immediately! Such a golden opportunity, to become the Vice Leader’s Closed-door Disciple, assuredly meant lifetime prosperity! ƒrēewebnoѵёl.cσm
"Thank you for your kindness, Vice Leader, but I must decline." Gongxi Jin conveyed a rejecting glance towards her parents, bowing as she replied: "Once, I was plagued by illness and nearly perished, it was only with a benefactor’s help that I recovered. That benefactor gifted me a Treasure, forming Good Karma.
Gongxi Jin vowed upon receiving the Treasure that she would remember this gratitude upon achieving success and heed the benefactor’s directives. Now is the time to fulfill that oath. Accepting you as my master would breach my vow, I hope the Vice Leader understands."
Du Li: ???
I even prepared a gift for my Closed-door Disciple, intending to present this Spirit Pet to serve as Carefree City’s Guardian Beast, wouldn’t that be splendid? And you outright refuse?
Is the title of Vice Alliance Leader of the Demon Realm Alliance not an adequate draw, or was my method of subduing the Great Demon Beast not imposing enough?
Anyone else would’ve knelt down calling me Master by now!
Gongxi Yanchang and Qian Su were also dumbfounded, exchanging glances before focusing collectively on their young daughter.
Her attitude was firm, leaving Du Li slightly at a loss, pondering how after thousands of years, he hadn’t considered taking on a disciple. Now, having finally found someone entirely aligned with his desires, he was being refused?
But he wasn’t unreasonable, nor inclined to use power to bully, so he laughed and said: "Young lady, you should think things over carefully.
If you become my disciple, henceforth wherever the wilderness is touched by the Alliance, you’ll be treated as the most precious little princess. There’s no hurry in this matter, you may discuss with your parents and family before deciding."
"Quickly thank the Vice Leader," Gongxi Yanchang’s voice was quivering with excitement, nudging his daughter with his elbow as he whispered: "Receiving that Treasure, your words were casual, and they didn’t insist on what you must do. Calling it an oath seems a bit of a stretch, Jin’Er, maybe reconsider?" freeweɓnovēl.coɱ
He thought that although the Alchemist Mr. Jiang was generous with gifts, he was ultimately just an Alchemist whose guidance in Alchemy was valuable but how much could he contribute to your cultivation?
Better to seize the opportunity to become the Vice Leader’s disciple, ensuring every future benefit.
Gongxi Jin once again declined upon hearing this: "Father, I wasn’t speaking casually back then; it was a sincere vow after receiving the elder’s gift. Whether he cares or not, I must follow the oath, and only if he finds me unworthy would I consider other options."
Du Li: ...
Do I have to wait in line to take a disciple? Where’s the dignity of my Vice Alliance Hierarch title?
Feeling slightly unconvinced, he asked, "May I know who this benefactor with whom you formed Good Karma is? I know many generous Cultivators, perhaps we’re acquaintances.
Should I accompany you for a visit, if he insists on keeping you as a disciple for attribute compatibility, I won’t contest; but if he doesn’t take disciples, will you acknowledge me as your master?"
Gongxi Yanchang’s heart raced with excitement.
After the earlier chaos and reversal in the city, nearly all the city’s cultivators were now focussed on everything happening here.
It required no promotion, having the Vice Alliance Hierarch of the Demon Realm Alliance favorably persuaded and even willing to consider his daughter as a disciple was in itself a significant endorsement for Carefree City!
"To answer the Vice Leader, I only know that the elder’s surname is Jiang, a Human Race Alchemist," Gongxi Jin truthfully responded: "Back then, it was Bai Yunqi and Xie Chenyuan under Senior Jiang who introduced us, and today I had just exited seclusion about to contact them to express my gratitude towards Mr. Jiang."
Du Li’s eye twitched, indeed an old acquaintance, it turned out to be Mr. Jiang!!!
Remembering his own presence always lingering in that courtyard, he took a deep breath and smiled wryly: "So, it was him, no wonder!"
