Fang Yuan was serious as he looked at Jiang Che, and spoke solemnly.

The Ancestral Demon Realm was right before his eyes, and he wanted to enter it every moment.

Previously, his cultivation was too low, entering would be suicide, so Fang Yuan could only restrain himself.

But now, he had advanced to Tier Eight, his strength was vastly different, and with his eldest brother as a Tier Nine Imperial Realm backer, the Ancestral Demon Realm could finally be ventured into.

Of course, this also depended on his eldest brother's willingness. If his brother did not agree and he entered alone, the risk would dramatically increase.

Upon hearing Fang Yuan's desire to enter the Ancestral Demon Realm, Jiang Che's expression instantly became grave.

This was an Otherworld, with even the Ancient Demon Race inside, its danger was boundless.

Originally, he had thought Fang Yuan would wait until he reached Tier Nine Imperial Realm before attempting it, but he didn't expect him to be so impatient after reaching Tier Eight.

"Ancestral Demon Realm? What kind of secret world is this?"

Upon hearing this, Nangong Luo, standing nearby, was confused and asked doubtfully.

Fang Yuan glanced at Nangong Luo, then didn't hold back anymore, explaining: "The white jade altar in Demon Valley actually suppresses a pathway—through that path, you can enter the Ancestral Demon Realm!"

As for the Ancestral Demon Realm, it's an Otherworld, equal in ranking to ours, and is the origin of the Demon Dao.

In the Ancestral Demon Realm, Demonic Qi fills the world just like Spiritual Qi, making it a paradise for Demonic Cultivators. However, powerful, bloodthirsty Ancient Demon Race lives there—extremely dangerous!"

"What?"

Hearing Fang Yuan's explanation, Nangong Luo was utterly shocked, her eyes wide with disbelief.

Wasn't the altar supposed to be suppressing an ancient demon lord? How had it turned into a passage to the Ancestral Demon Realm?

"Could it be that the legends passed down in my previous life were wrong?"

Nangong Luo wondered to herself.

Then, looking at her eldest brother's furrowed brow, and Fang Yuan's solemn face, Nangong Luo had basically come to believe what he said.

No wonder the Willow God in her previous life sealed the Evil Demon Forbidden Land—she must have discovered this passage!

"Big brother, what do you think?"

Seeing Jiang Che silent for a long time, Fang Yuan asked anxiously.

To access the passage to the Ancestral Demon Realm, they needed to unlock the altar's seal.

Doing so would naturally open the doorway, allowing Demonic Qi from the Ancestral Demon Realm to surge forth.

With a huge flood of Demonic Qi, the array in Demon Valley might not withstand it, and there could be risk of Demonification spreading to Tiger King Ridge.

Only a strong cultivator could suppress the spread of Demonic Qi in the brief period the seal is broken.

If his eldest brother did not agree, even if he opened the altar, no one would be there at the critical moment to suppress the Demonic Qi with mighty power.

"Second brother, aren't you being too hasty? Right now, you've just entered Tier Eight, going to the Ancestral Demon Realm is too dangerous. You should wait until reaching Tier Nine Imperial Realm before venturing there—for safety's sake."

Hearing this, Jiang Che raised his head, his brows still tightly knit, advising Fang Yuan.

No one knew what the situation in the Ancestral Demon Realm was now; who could say there weren't many Tier Nine experts there?

If those strong foes suddenly attacked the two of them, Jiang Che would have no fear, but Fang Yuan at Tier Eight would be in grave danger.

"He's right, second brother! From what you said, the Ancestral Demon Realm is truly dangerous! You should obey big brother and wait until you reach Tier Nine Imperial Realm!"

Now fully understanding, Nangong Luo also nodded vigorously, persuading Fang Yuan.

Seeing both of them advising him, Fang Yuan wore a bitter smile; how could he not know the dangers of the Ancestral Demon Realm?

"Big brother, third sister, I am different from you. My cultivation is of the Demon Dao, which is repelled by heaven and earth.

The higher my cultivation, the slower my progress in this world.

This became obvious when I reached Tier Seven, but with the millions of blood sacrifices from Sakura Island and the Primordial Demonic Qi leaked from the altar, I managed to advance to Tier Eight in a short time.

But after Tier Eight, relying only on the tiny bit of Primordial Demonic Qi from the altar is nowhere near enough—it's just a drop in the ocean, utterly useless.

Only by going to the source of Demonic Qi—the paradise of Demonic Cultivators, the Ancestral Demon Realm—can my cultivation progress rapidly!"

"So, it's not that I don't want to advance to Tier Nine Imperial Realm before heading to the Ancestral Demon Realm, but if I don't go, I'll hardly reach Tier Nine before my lifespan runs out.

Unless I could devour hundreds or thousands of Sakura Islands, as people did in ancient times… Otherwise, every bit of advancement will become tremendously difficult."

After his explanation, both Jiang Che and Nangong Luo's faces became even more grave.

It was clear Fang Yuan's decision to go to the Ancestral Demon Realm was already set.

Jiang Che sighed regretfully.

Given Fang Yuan's cultivation drive, if he were unable to progress for long, wouldn't he suffocate himself with frustration?

This was about his life's path. Fang Yuan's resolve to enter the Ancestral Demon Realm was not something he or third sister could dissuade.

And Fang Yuan was not only his second brother, but also the binding target of his own system, a destiny worker. Jiang Che could never let him die accidentally in the Ancestral Demon Realm—so he would have to go along!"

"Big brother, what do you think?" Fang Yuan again looked to Jiang Che, probing.

"You may enter, but the Ancestral Demon Realm is full of unknown dangers. You must stay close to me at all times—do not fall behind!"

Jiang Che nodded, then warned Fang Yuan.

"Thank you, big brother!"

Fang Yuan's heart blossomed instantly with joy.

Seeing this, Nangong Luo looked conflicted—wanting to say something, but unable to speak.

Second brother would never give up his path for danger, and big brother wouldn't let him go alone either…

"Alright, let's go! To Demon Valley. You just broke through, so once your cultivation is stabilized, we can begin breaking the altar."

Jiang Che nodded, then took the lead, flying toward Demon Valley.

Soon, the three entered Demon Valley. Just as when they first saw it, nothing had changed—everywhere were demonified plants, and Demonic Qi filled the area.

Next, Fang Yuan obediently flew to the center near the Primordial Demonic Qi and began absorbing it to stabilize his cultivation.

Meanwhile, Jiang Che and Nangong Luo went to the white jade altar to study the seal on it.

Several hours later, Fang Yuan's cultivation stabilized and he joined them.

"Big brother, we can begin!"

Fang Yuan gazed at the white jade altar, his eyes greedy and impatient.

As soon as they broke the seal, they could unseal the Spatial Channel connected to the Ancestral Demon Realm. Then, he could enter the realm he had dreamed all his life about!

"Second brother, this altar is built here. How should we break it to reveal the passage? Surely we aren't just going to smash it directly?"

Jiang Che, who was busy examining the seal on the altar with Nangong Luo, turned around and frowned as he spoke.