Chapter 855: Chapter 855

Bai Jin thought to himself that this was not good. The Demon Ancestor had understood it in such a way, proving that the Demon Clan could not be judged by common sense. He quickly accompanied his words with a smile, saying, "Dare I? The Demon Realm is your world, Demon Ancestor. How could I, a disciple, dare to threaten you? These gifts are to express my respect to you.

Demon Ancestor, I have also prepared a gift for you."

Luo Hou’s face eased slightly, "Hmm~ Respect, that’s more like it. At least they understand hierarchy.

Although outwardly enraged, Luo Hou was internally aware that these Saints indeed posed a threat. They sent him gifts, paid their respects, and saved him face. If he accepted the gifts, everything would be fine, but if he rejected their goodwill and made things difficult for Bai Jin, it would mean disrespecting them, which could lead to trouble in the future. After all, we who navigate the worldly society strive to maintain face.

Demon Ancestor Luo Hou’s expression softened as he asked, "What gift have you prepared?"

"I’ve been in the Demon Realm for some time but haven’t come to visit because I was preparing this gift for you, Demon Ancestor. Please have a look."

Bai Jin raised his hand, and a mirror image unfolded before them. In the image, several Demon Lords stood above the Dark Illusion Sea, their immense presence causing the starlight beneath the sea to retreat, forming a pitch-black area.

A palatial golden chariot suddenly descended, petals burning with fire flying everywhere, while music and chants reverberated loudly.

All the Demon Lords knelt on the sea’s surface, shouting in unison, "Greetings to the Sect Master!" Their voices shook the heavens.

Bai Jin respectfully said, "Demon Ancestor, this is the gift I’ve prepared for you. After arriving in the Demon Realm, I noticed the Demon Clan was scattered and disorganized, like loose sand.

With concern for the Demon Ancestor, I spent a lot of time and effort forming the Demon Sect, the first power of the Demon Realm for you.

The great Demon Ancestor should be the leader of the Demon Sect, guiding all demons."

Luo Hou Demon Ancestor looked at the image and cheerfully said, "You managed to establish such a significant force and create a Demon Sect within such a short time, quietly avoiding Wutian and Kui Gang. Gathering numerous followers, with ten thousand demons paying homage, clearly, you put a lot of effort into this."

Bai Jin earnestly said, "Serving the Demon Ancestor is my honor. I do not find it tiring."

"Please, Demon Ancestor, become the leader of the Demon Sect and guide all demons."

"You painstakingly established this Demon Sect, gathering most of the loose-cultivator Demon Lords; it must have taken considerable effort. Are you willing to hand it over to me just like that?" Luo Hou looked deeply at Bai Jin. Any hesitation would reveal ulterior motives and make him untrustworthy.

Without hesitation, Bai Jin respectfully said, "I am willing, the Demon Sect is the gift I present to you, Demon Ancestor. If you don’t accept it, I will dissolve the Demon Sect immediately."

As he spoke, Bai Jin was genuinely sincere and understanding. Who would even want this forsaken Demon Sect?

Luo Hou scrutinized Bai Jin more closely, surprised that he couldn’t detect any reluctance. Could it be that he’s truly dedicated to serving me? Did he really prepare this Demon Sect for me?

Luo Hou suddenly laughed heartily, "Interesting, it’s been so long since I’ve met such an interesting Immortal God."

Bai Jin grinned, showing his white teeth, with an honest and genuine expression.

Luo Hou was quite pleased with Bai Jin’s performance. First, he brought gifts from the other Saints as an introduction and then wholeheartedly prepared a big gift for him. Although he didn’t particularly need this gift, such a subordinate was worth cultivating. He was far better than Wutian and Kui Gang, who were always demanding things from him.

"I accept your goodwill and am very pleased. However, I will not become the leader of any Demon Sect."

Bai Jin immediately resolved that he would "dissolve the Demon Sect right away; it exists solely for you, Demon Ancestor."

"Dissolution isn’t necessary. Since it’s already established, continue serving as the Demon Sect Leader! As long as you work diligently for me, what’s yours will remain yours, and I won’t treat you poorly."

Bai Jin suddenly raised his head, incredulous as he looked at the Demon Lord, exclaiming in surprise, "Me, as the Demon Sect Leader?"

He repeatedly shook his head, refusing, "No, no, as an Immortal God of the Three Realms, how could I possibly lead the Demon Sect?"

"Hmph~" Luo Hou snorted coldly. "Are you unwilling to serve me, or do you look down on the Demon Clan?" The starry expanse trembled, and the immense pressure of a Saint pressed toward Bai Jin.

Bai Jin trembled all over, quickly bowed his head, and lamented, "Before the Demon Ancestor, of course, I am willing to serve, even unto death. It’s just that leading the Demon Sect is a colossal task; as a single person, I fear I can’t shoulder this responsibility."

"If I say you can do it, then you can. Who dares to defy?" The mighty and authoritative voice resonated through the decaying Star Domain. Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on novel·fire·net

Bai Jin cautiously glanced at Luo Hou, inwardly complaining, how did I really end up as the Demon Sect Leader? Damn that Little Taohua, how will I ever repay you?! (gritting his teeth)

Bai Jin promptly clasped his fists, excitedly declared, "Thank you, Demon Ancestor, for your trust. I swear to exert every effort and serve diligently until my last breath."

"Very well! I appreciate this attitude. Now that you are the Demon Sect Leader, I will assign you a task."

"Please instruct me, Demon Ancestor."

"Look at this dead, silent starry sky, how tedious it is."

Luo Hou sighed, continuing, "Long ago, in the Primordial World, I contended with Hong Jun, but lost by a small margin. He broke the Extermination Immortal Sword Formation, destroyed my physical form, and cast my True Spirit into the chaos of the void.

But I am not one to be easily vanquished. I carved out the Void Demon Realm within the void, refining falsehood into truth. After billions of years, I returned from the nihil, yet Hong Jun, having achieved Harmonization, shattered the Endless Star Domain with ease.

In the end, I took refuge under the Heavenly Dao, becoming a Saint, and only then could I push back Hong Jun with the power of heaven. But the endless starry sky remains irreparably damaged to this day."

Bai Jin tentatively asked, "Demon Ancestor, what do you mean?"

"You will go to the Dark Illusion Sea and restore this endless starry sky."

Bai Jin lamented, "Demon Ancestor, if even you couldn’t do it, how could I possibly succeed?"

"The one who shattered the Dark Star Sea was Hong Jun, using the Xuanmen’s True Skill. You are a Xuanmen Disciple; you can try."

"Demon Ancestor, you are quite right, but even within the Mysterious Sect, the difference between us is like heaven and earth. Before the Taoist Ancestor, I am but a mere speck of dust at the foot of Buzhou Mountain.

How could dust shake the Divine Mountain, don’t you think, Demon Ancestor?"

"Unless you try, how will you know it’s impossible? My Demon Clan disciples should never be overcautious. If you intend to act, go forth and fight with all your might, regardless of the outcome."

Bai Jin sensed the increasing discontent of the Demon Ancestor and cautiously stated, "Then I will give it a try?"

"Yes, I take my leave." Bai Jin rose, his figure rippling momentarily before vanishing.

Within the silent void, Luo Hou Demon Ancestor mused aloud, "Bai Jin, let’s see how far you can go. Should you truly succeed, I wouldn’t mind granting you a grand opportunity."

In truth, Luo Hou didn’t believe Bai Jin could succeed; after all, what he couldn’t accomplish, how could Bai Jin? It was merely a pastime, a move in the game of chess, given Bai Jin’s significant background. It was also a probe into the Saints of the Primordial Three Realms to test their Dao Heng.

Above the Dark Illusion Sea, countless Demon Sect Elders stood densely packed, while a golden chariot was poised above.

The sky was divided in two. On one side, Buddha Ancestor Wutian was seated upon a black lotus, behind him stood scores of Demon Buddhas, with a dark Buddha Wheel blooming behind.

On the other side sat Kui Gangin on the Emperor’s Chair, with Demon Clouds billowing behind, resembling an endless abyss.