Journey to the West: Treasure Vase of the Great Dao-Chapter 656 - 361: Revenge
Ever since Lu Yu descended to the Underworld to reveal the hidden truths, Lu Zhang and his son had been bearing tremendous pressure. Their autonomous decisions had disrupted Lu Yu's arrangements, and had they thus brought about the downfall of the Dragon Court's foundation, they would have regretted it deeply.
Now that the dust had settled, Lu Xun had lived up to everyone's expectations. Amidst the battle of the mighty, he had successfully grown stronger and finally seized the world, continuing the nation's destiny, and as a result, the Underworld Dragon Court's fortune greatly increased.
The golden Dragon of Fortune danced above the Dragon Court, sprinkling specks of light into the Dragon Court itself. The already majestic Dragon Court began to visibly grow larger, and the Ghosts living within felt their power constantly strengthening. This was the result of the combined fortunes of two dynasties, a rarity in history.
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Lu Chengqian, feeling his own strength increasing, cracked a slight smile and said to his father, "Father, now that our nation's destiny is renewed, I shall personally take care of the Old Demon of Black Mountain."
Lu Zhang, too, smiled, "In such a fine moment, what could be better than celebrating with the heads of our enemies?"
In this period of uncertainty for the Dragon Court, Lu Zhang and the others had been defensively contracting, causing many Ghost Kings to become restless, wishing to break through the Dragon Court's defenses, devour the souls and spirits to enhance their powers, with the Old Demon of Black Mountain to the north being the most proactive, repeatedly assaulting the Dragon Court's defenses. Fortunately, Great Chu had profound depths; the Old Demon of Black Mountain had returned empty-handed each time.
However, this matter greatly irritated Lu Chengqian. He was a true emperor in control of court politics, keeping courtiers suppressed and obedient under his reign. He had never tolerated such affronts and had long been fuming, ready to teach this ignorant individual a lesson.
Before long, Lu Chengqian boarded his war chariot, descending upon Black Mountain like a blazing sun. The Old Demon of Black Mountain was resting in the mountain when he suddenly felt a scorching heat approaching him. As he went out to see what it was, he spotted Lu Chengqian floating in the air.
At that moment, Lu Chengqian, wielding his war chariot as if a Divine Spirit, looked down upon Black Mountain. Many Shadow Souls were simply unable to withstand this immense power, screaming as they turned into black smoke.
"Old Demon of Black Mountain, come out and meet your death!" Lu Chengqian's voice echoed through Black Mountain, sending the Ghosts into panicked flight.
"Lu Chengqian, you are utterly unscrupulous," the Old Demon of Black Mountain snarled through clenched teeth. He had not expected Lu Chengqian to take the offensive and penetrate deep into his own territory, where every Lost Soul he had painstakingly gathered was his most precious treasure. Yet now, they were vanishing into ashes under the power of Lu Chengqian.
Lu Chengqian, uncaring and without worries, revealed a mocking smile. Without any fear for the Old Demon of Black Mountain, he drove his chariot straight at the demon.
"Hmph!" The Old Demon of Black Mountain let out a cold snort. Ghostly energy surging from his body, he transformed into a huge and ferocious Ghost King, extending his claws to grasp the charging chariot.
The giant ghostly claw caught the war chariot as if capturing the sun, the intense light filtering through its grip. This was the supreme Power of Humanity, constantly eroding the body of the Old Demon of Black Mountain.
A look of agony appeared on the terrifying face of the Old Demon of Black Mountain. His hands felt as if they had been scorched by flames, with a penetrating pain, but he still firmly grasped the war chariot in his hands. To retreat because of pain at this juncture would mean defeat, which he could not allow.
Enduring the pain, the Old Demon of Black Mountain's gigantic ghostly claw slowly closed, his aura growing even richer, as if he intended to completely extinguish the captured radiance.
As the ghostly claw closed, the dazzling light vanished, and the frightened Shadow Souls reappeared, shouting the name of the Old Demon of Black Mountain. It was as though he was the Divine Spirit they believed in, and a mysterious power gradually infused his body.
He could clearly feel his strength increasing. This was why he had worked so hard to establish such a domain on Black Mountain and had gone to great lengths to gather so many Lost Souls—it was an act of faith that greatly enhanced his power. This faith had helped him secure his formidable reputation in just a few short years and was the reason he had coveted the Great Chu Dragon Court, which housed countless Lost Souls.
While the Old Demon of Black Mountain revelled in the cheers and worship of the numerous Lost Souls, an annoying voice reached his ears, "Old Demon of Black Mountain, is this all the strength you have? Too disappointing."
As soon as the words fell, a dazzling light burst from within the vast ghostly claw, followed by a loud explosion. The sun burst forth from the Old Demon of Black Mountain's hands, the fierce flames scorching the enormous claw, forcing him out his guise and eliciting a dreadful scream.
The sun soared into the sky, revealing Lu Chengqian commanding his war chariot. He drew a long spear from the chariot and charged with exaggerated speed.
Just recovering from his agony, the Old Demon of Black Mountain looked up to see Lu Chengqian bearing down upon him, the powerful force accompanied by fierce Gang Wind blowing against him, and he inwardly cried out in alarm.
Lu Chengqian's strength seemed to have increased greatly in a short time, an event the Old Demon of Black Mountain hadn't anticipated. With the terrifying attack right before his eyes and the situation becoming critically urgent, there was no time left to think.
