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Chapter 1497: Chapter 665: Day 2_2

"Recall all our scouts; there’s no need to keep an eye on Tianyuan Town anymore."

"Understood."

Zhuo Xueer was about to leave but was stopped by Ling Huxiang.

"Zhuo Xueer, you’ve been acting differently lately. Is it because your Demonization has intensified?"

"Lord of Mansion needn’t worry. I’m very cautious with my life and won’t act unless necessary. As for the natural increase in Demonization... this kind of slow death is beyond my control. How long I live depends on destiny."

Zhuo Xueer knew her condition had worsened recently, feeling her temperament gradually affected by the Demon Power.

But there’s nothing she can do; suppressing Demonization isn’t easy. Even with sincere temple offerings and chanting Buddhist scriptures, she can only somewhat alleviate the deterioration.

She had no idea how much longer she could hold on; she just wanted to live longer.

Zhuo Xueer left, while Ling Huxiang remained deep in thought.

When she first came to Rolling Bone Bone City, she intended to join one of the Eight Ancient Sects as a Guest Elder.

Such a position would allow her to live leisurely and focus on her cultivation.

But ultimately, she chose to rebuild Foolish Underworld in Rolling Bone Bone City and took on the heavy responsibility.

Although making significant progress now, even attracting interest from the Eight Ancient Sects, Ling Huxiang knew their power couldn’t challenge the Eight Ancient Sects.

Ling Huxiang sighed again.

After becoming Lord of Mansion, she realized managing a faction required attention to myriad aspects.

Even her cultivation time dwindled, leaving her exhausted.

No wonder the elders of the Five Great Families in Tianyuan Town remained reclusive. Managing everything left no time for their training.

"Other than Lei Qingzi’s group, another unknown group has also entered Rolling Bone Bone City from various towns."

"Lei Qingzi’s group is clear in their ambitions, almost wearing it on their foreheads, but the other group seems to be gathering information everywhere. Although they’re rooted in Rolling Bone Bone City, they don’t seem like they’ll stay long. However, some have good skills and could be recruited into Foolish Underworld."

Thinking of these trivial matters, Ling Huxiang felt a headache coming on.

She suddenly missed her days in Tianyuan Town, focusing only on cultivation and occasional tasks as a change of pace.

Life was carefree, with ambitions but without long-term plans.

Now, burdened with worldly affairs, her mind felt heavy, as if she’d aged.

"If I see Diao Deyi again, would he even recognize me..."

"Diao Deyi..."

Many suitors were young and handsome.

However, with the knot in her heart unresolved, Ling Huxiang couldn’t focus on others.

...

Crimson Surge Road.

Fang Yu remembered, during the Thunder City War, his last memory of Demonization progress was...98%!

This was a dangerously high Demonization level, which should have been suppressed with attribute points, but due to the intense battle and changing situation, no action was taken.

Luckily, when he awoke, the Demonization progress was stuck at 99%, avoiding disaster.

Fang Yu suspected that aside from luck, Ding Hui likely helped him.

Once Demonization progress reaches a certain level, it begins increasing passively.

Currently, the Erosion Level had assimilated, meaning Demonization now passively increased the Erosion Level too.

Fortunately, even at 99% Demonization or Erosion Level, he wouldn’t lose rationality or go berserk.

For ordinary natives, reaching even 70-80% Demonization could lead to confusion and regression into mindless demons.

Regarding the Erosion Level, at 99%, it would be uncontrollable, with spirits devouring anyone within minutes.

Even someone as powerful as Qingling Taoist became cautious to avoid encounters when there’s still leeway in Erosion Level.

"Husband, up so early?"

Ding Hui rubbed her eyes; it was still foggy outside as if dawn hadn’t broken.

"I’d call it a sleepless night! It was usually Captain Song and the others on night duty, so I let them rest while I kept watch."

Having just increased his strength, Fang Yu was still excited, not feeling tired at all.

Additionally, he needed to familiarize himself with the new Ice Blood Storm and Rooting into the soil skills, checking for any changes in techniques.

As for his existing techniques, they hadn’t changed much, likely due to consistent synchronization with him, only having significant improvements in power and effect.

"Husband works so hard, it pains me greatly."

Ding Hui feigned a pout, coming close and leaning on Fang Yu’s chest with a sorrowful gaze.

If Fang Yu weren’t aware of her antics, he might have been tricked by her.

Averting his gaze, Fang Yu said expressionlessly, "You complained about it being boring last night."

"Oh! Husband holds a grudge now. Leaving me alone at home, I haven’t even blamed you yet."

Ding Hui poked Fang Yu’s chest with her finger, playfully alluring. Fang Yu, feeling overwhelmed, quickly stepped back to create some distance.

"So early in the morning, what are you doing..."

"This is called a heartfelt apology between spouses. It seems like husband doesn’t understand at all."

Fang Yu rolled his eyes.

"Act normal."

"Sure!" Ding Hui instantly returned to her usual self, grinning, "Husband, last night, I was thinking about the mysterious Sky-reaching Pillar in Thunder City and the intriguing Defiled Blood Clone Demon’s abilities. So, I thought, why not secretly return to Thunder City, grab a Sky-reaching Pillar, or turn Song Qianlong’s house upside down to see if he left any research materials..."