Sole Sword Supremacy-Chapter 529 - 533: You Said It Yourself, He’s Ye Piaoling
"Get out of the way!"
With a step forward, demonic qi erupted from Yang Hong, transforming into a black giant hand that fiercely swatted at the approaching demon cultivators!
He couldn’t do anything against the demon corpse, but Daluo Demon Hand was more than enough to deal with these demon cultivators who wanted to pick up the spoils. With just one strike, more than a dozen people charging at the front were sent flying away by the ferocious Daluo Demon Hand!
The Daluo Demon Hand was equally terrifying. The demon cultivators who were hit immediately bore a dark palm print on their bodies, crying out in pain.
Yang Hong’s ruthless actions genuinely startled the other demon cultivators from the Netherworld Mansion, forcing them to slow down their attacks. For the time being, no one dared to rush forward recklessly; they merely launched attacks from a distance. After all, the demon corpse was unafraid of attacks, so they needn’t fear collateral damage—as long as they threw all their attacks over.
Yet even so, for Wang Junze and the others, it had already become perilous.
Especially for Wang Junze, who couldn’t counterattack and could only rely on the Mirage Dragon for defense. He couldn’t reveal the slightest flaw; otherwise, if someone discovered that he was actually gravely injured, the situation would become uncontrollable.
Fortunately, Pei Haoran did not disappoint Wang Junze.
Within moments, the experts from the Four Seas Commerce Association stormed into the Netherworld Mansion!
"The Four Seas Commerce Association is here to support Young Master Ye!"
This batch of reinforcements numbered in the dozens, each with at least Heaven-Stepping cultivation, led by three Divine Travel powerhouses.
Undoubtedly, for this battle, Pei Haoran had put the entire resources of the Four Seas Commerce Association on the line.
However, Pei Haoran himself still did not make an appearance.
In Wang Junze’s view, this might be a good thing. Pei Haoran wasn’t so cowardly as to be afraid of showing up; the chances are he’s trying to persuade other demon cultivators to help. However, since the death of Night Spirit Demon Venerable couldn’t be confirmed, it was fine to come watch the show, but when it came to taking action, few might have the courage.
In fact, in Wang Junze’s original plan, he didn’t rely heavily on these people. Once they took down the Netherworld Mansion, these demon cultivators would naturally make their choice.
However, the current situation was far more dangerous than imagined; even with the Four Seas Commerce Association’s people added, it was difficult to secure victory.
For a moment, Wang Junze couldn’t help but feel a bit anxious.
...
Spring Flower Autumn Moon Building.
Although it was still daytime, many demon cultivators had gathered in the Spring Flower Autumn Moon Building.
Among them were many whom Pei Haoran had specially invited, but even more just wanted to watch the excitement; the entire hall was already crowded.
"Brother Pei, it’s not about how many Spirit Stones you offer."
Sitting opposite Pei Haoran, several demon cultivators eyed the Spirit Stones on the table with greed, yet ultimately suppressed their inner desires. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚
"Besides Spirit Stones, there are other resources available: Elixirs, Cultivation Techniques, various treasures, weapons... In short, name your terms, and the Four Seas Commerce Association can meet them all!"
Spreading his hands, Pei Haoran said earnestly, "When did us demon cultivators of the Nether Sea become so timid?"
"Brother Pei, if it were anything else, just based on your offer, we would have agreed long ago. But... that’s the Netherworld Mansion we’re talking about. Has Night Spirit Demon Venerable really fallen? Can you sincerely say this? If the Demon Venerable is truly dead, we’d risk it all and make this bet with you!"
The demon cultivator across the table slammed his knife down, questioning, "But you can’t guarantee that! The Netherworld Mansion isn’t much, but if we get involved and the Demon Venerable returns safe and sound, will there still be any escape for us?"
"Li Shang Sword Venerable is currently pursuing the Night Spirit Demon Venerable!"
After a brief silence, Pei Haoran said suddenly, "This is all I can say. Whether you believe it or dare to make this bet depends on whether you all have the courage."
Buzz!
Instantly, the entire Spring Flower Autumn Moon Building was abuzz with noise.
Though a small few had speculated, when this news really came to light, it still sent a shiver through everyone’s hearts.
This was truly an earth-shaking event!
With a slight sneer, Pei Haoran continued, "Ye Piaoling is Wang Junze; that’s no secret anymore. Those with a bit of information should already know!"
"If you don’t place your bets now while the outcome is still undecided, will there still be time when Li Shang Sword Venerable returns?"
"You all know I’ve staked the entire Four Seas Commerce Association on this. If I weren’t confident, would I dare to gamble this big?"
"In fact, even if I don’t say it, many should already know these things."
Scanning the crowd, Pei Haoran continued, "Wang Junze is a disciple of the Profound Moon Sword Sect, but he’s also one of us from the Nether Sea. If we win this battle, he’ll take over the Netherworld Mansion—no, the Netherworld City. By then... us demon cultivators can still have a foothold in Netherworld City, and life will only get better than now."
"By then, there will be more than just demon cultivators in the Nether Sea; other righteous people will also be able to transact here!"
"But if none of you help, and Ye Piaoling dies in the Netherworld Mansion... then Li Shang Sword Venerable will take over Netherworld City. I think I don’t need to remind you what kind of person he is, right?"
"..."
This sentence instantly instilled a sense of fear in all the demon cultivators present.
Li Shang Sword Venerable was truly a god of slaughter. In the past, he had turned the Nether Sea into a river of blood. If he really reached Netherworld City, everyone would have no choice but to flee.
Having lived in the Nether Sea for so many years, these demon cultivators naturally had feelings for Netherworld City. If not for being driven to the brink, no one wanted to leave the Nether Sea.
Comparing the options, it was clear that having Ye Piaoling take over Netherworld City might be the best choice.
"Pei Haoran, that Ye Piaoling... he’s also from the Profound Moon Sword Sect. Are you sure we can trust him if he takes over Netherworld City?"
In the crowd, someone couldn’t help but voice their question.
"As you said, he is Ye Piaoling."
Rolling his eyes, Pei Haoran said disdainfully, "Never mind everything else, but just now he entered the city with the Mirage Dragon. You all saw that, right? Aside from Ye Piaoling, which disciple from a renowned and righteous sect would dare to collude with the Demon Race?"
"In essence, Ye Piaoling has never been one of those rigid righteous disciples. Have you all forgotten what he’s done in the Nether Sea before?"
"Anyway, I’ve said all I can."
"I’ll wait here for another half hour... After that, I’ll lead everyone above Heaven-Stepping of the Four Seas Commerce Association to attack the Netherworld Mansion. Whether you want to take this gamble with me or not, think it over yourselves!"
After saying this, Pei Haoran truly stopped persuading, picking up the wine jug on the table and eating and drinking as if no one else was around.
