Eternal Heart

Chapter 1328: The Real Culprit

As the mysterious blue-robed elder appeared, the scene instantly transformed into a deep sea, with everyone bound by an invisible, heavy force.

The surroundings were silent, and the Demon Race elders got up one by one.

They tidied up their clothes and then respectfully saluted, "Greetings, ’Sea Stone Demigod’."

This mysterious blue-robed elder was a demigod of the Demon Race.

His arrival steadied the morale of the assembled demon clansmen.

"Sea Stone Demigod, this person is audacious, not only attacking the high-ranking Law Enforcement Team but also confronting our clan elders in the assembly hall. We request the Sea Stone Demigod to punish this child severely."

The demon woman had changed into new clothes, staring at Chen Yu with a face full of resentment.

Earlier, she was so close to Chen Yu that her clothes were nearly destroyed, leaving her almost naked, fully exposed.

"We request the Sea Stone Demigod to take action."

The remaining elders also spoke up.

After all, they had all been "defeated single-handedly" by Chen Yu just now. If today’s events were revealed, how could they have any face left?

They feared Chen Yu’s power, but with the Sea Stone Demigod present, how could Chen Yu dare to be presumptuous?

Chen Yu looked at this demigod of the Demon Race and instantly realized that the other’s life seemed to be approaching its limit.

Moreover, this Sea Stone Demigod’s foundation was unstable, possibly due to severe injuries in the past.

Their strength was weaker than the Demigod Evil Sparrow, and they had little life left.

The Sea Stone Demigod also scrutinized Chen Yu, his eyes slightly deepening.

"Demigod!"

He had the answer in his heart.

Chen Yu had just recently advanced to demigod status, and his aura could deceive those in the Xuanming Realm but not this seasoned demigod.

Moreover, Chen Yu had no intention of hiding it.

The Sea Stone Demigod’s expression grew more dignified.

Even if Chen Yu were a demigod, if the death of the Demigod Evil Sparrow was related to him, the Demon Race would not let it go just because he was a demigod.

Buzz boom!

On the soul level, a vast and profound soul pressure slowly permeated, seeming to drown Chen Yu.

The numerous elders were entirely unaware, undisturbed, only feeling a sudden chill and silence around them, their hearts trembling, not daring to speak.

Chen Yu, too, like the elders, seemed completely unaffected, standing calmly in place.

Under normal circumstances, he might have been suppressed by the Sea Stone Demigod.

But having countered the Heavenly Union Realm, witnessed divine might and attacks on the divine soul, his own resistance had improved significantly, making the Sea Stone Demigod’s soul pressure appear quite ordinary.

"A young and formidable talent, you are not yet two hundred, are you?"

The Sea Stone Demigod withdrew his soul pressure, expressing his amazement.

The surrounding demons were stunned, wondering why the Sea Stone Demigod was chatting with Chen Yu and even inquiring about his age?

"Rumor has it that in the Sea Stone Demigod’s lineage, an exceptionally talented woman has emerged. Could the Sea Stone Demigod have taken a liking to this young man?"

"Impossible, it seems unlikely he has any background. Why would the Sea Stone Demigod let his heir marry off to this boy?"

The elders exchanged whispers, constantly speculating.

The demon woman stood there angrily and resentfully, wondering if the Sea Stone Demigod did not plan to punish Chen Yu to restore the Demon Race’s dignity.

"What is going on?"

She herself was confused inside.

But then, the Sea Stone Demigod’s words shocked everyone on the scene.

"Such a young demigod—I’ve lived for ten thousand years, and this is the first I’ve seen."

The Sea Stone Demigod continued.

The surroundings instantly went silent, the high-ranking members of the Demon Race all wearing stiff, dazed expressions.

Demigod?

Had Chen Yu advanced to demigod?

Their gazes gradually turned to Chen Yu, filled with immense surprise.

They were suddenly enlightened as to why Chen Yu could defeat them single-handedly and why the Sea Stone Demigod did not act against Chen Yu.

Because he was a demigod!

Even if part of the Sky Moon Alliance were demons, they wouldn’t arbitrarily offend a demigod, especially one so young.

"He turned out to be a demigod."

The white-haired middle-aged captain of the Law Enforcement Team felt turmoil in his heart.

Earlier, he had been thinking of retaliating against this demigod.

"Young Master Chen is extraordinarily gifted; at such an age, becoming a demigod is truly commendable."

An elder of the Demon Race smiled, who had also been knocked away by Chen Yu earlier.

However, knowing Chen Yu was a demigod, he held no resentment at all, instead smiling to curry favor with Chen Yu.

To be defeated single-handedly by a demigod was the most normal thing, not a disgrace at all.

And given Chen Yu’s potential, as long as he didn’t perish, he had a very high chance of breaking through to the Heavenly Union Realm.

"Young Master Chen, I was abrupt earlier; I ask for your forgiveness."

"I apologize first for the matter earlier, sir."

Voices rang out one by one.

Those Demon Race elders who had called for Chen Yu’s punishment had completely changed their attitudes, either apologizing or offering congratulations.

After all, the opponent was a demigod, and as long as he wasn’t a mortal enemy of the Demon Race, he was worth associating with.

Only the demon woman was left standing, unable to bring herself to apologize.

She glared fiercely at the white-haired middle-aged man, communicating telepathically, "Elder Liao, you were too careless. How could you not investigate thoroughly before capturing him?"

The white-haired middle-aged captain of the high-ranking Law Enforcement Team couldn’t swallow his anger, replying telepathically, "Elder Yu, you were too impatient. Just as Chen Yu arrived, you were in a hurry to show him who’s boss..."

These two high-ranking Demon Race members secretly cursed each other, harboring mutual animosity.

Just then,

A deep, powerful voice sounded from outside: "Stone Clan ’Lei He’, pays respects to Sea Stone Demigod."

With the Stone Clan visiting at this moment, it was obvious they were there about the death of the Demigod Giant.

"Come in."

The Sea Stone Demigod spoke calmly.

Subsequently, several members of the Stone Clan entered the hall.

The one leading them was a Stone-man Clan member named "Lei He," whose body was composed of dark green metal stones, his cultivation at Late Xuanming Peak, but his aura was extremely powerful, even stronger than the previously slain He Fuyuan by Chen Yu.

Several Stone Clan members behind Lei He were also experts within the Xuanming Realm.

"Sir, it’s Chen Yu."

A Stone Clan member clad in golden armor stared at Chen Yu, transmitting the message to Lei He.

"Demigod Giant and Demigod Evil Sparrow planned to deal with this boy, but after leaving, they never returned."

The Golden Armor Stone Clan continued.

The conspiracy between Demigod Evil Sparrow and Demigod Giant was known only to a few close associates; outsiders were unaware of the reasons.

"It seems the criminal the Demon Race caught is you."

Lei He stared at Chen Yu.

However, upon closer observation, he felt something was odd.

Around this "criminal," several Demon Race elders were gathered, not to forcibly interrogate, but conversing in a familiar manner.

But within this hall, there were clear signs of a confrontation.

Chen Yu seemed unscathed, whereas the clothes of several Demon Race elders were torn.

Gradually, even Lei He couldn’t decide what was going on.

"Chen Yu, do you have anything to say?"

At this moment, Sea Stone Demigod asked, with a stern expression.

Although Chen Yu was indeed a demigod, if Demigod Evil Sparrow’s death was related to him, the Demon Race would still punish Chen Yu.

"I came here to tell everyone the real cause of death of Demigod Evil Sparrow and Demigod Giant."

Chen Yu calmly replied.

The Stone Clan’s arrival was perfect; otherwise, he would have had to visit them himself.

"Wasn’t it you who caused Demigod Giant’s death?"

The Golden Armor Stone Clan coldly shouted.

"Chen Yu, according to this elder’s knowledge, before Demigod Evil Sparrow’s death, he was always probing for your whereabouts, sending people to monitor you. Now he’s dead, and you’re still alive. What more do you have to argue?"

The Demon Woman spoke up.

She had already offended Chen Yu and was now completely giving it all.

"Oh? So, does this mean that both the Demon Race and the Stone Clan know about Demigod Giant and Evil Sparrow’s scheme to harm me?"

Chen Yu retorted with a faint smile.

This question rendered the Golden Armor Stone Clan and the Demon Woman speechless, unable to respond.

If they admitted it, it meant the two demigods had intended to kill and rob first. .

Even if the deaths of the two demigods were related to Chen Yu, he was not responsible.

The high ranking members of the Stone Clan and the Demon Race remained silent.

Chen Yu also did not use this to threaten the Demon Race and the Stone Clan; he wasn’t here to further offend these two major clans.

"Chen Yu, if Demigod Evil Sparrow’s death has nothing to do with you, the Demon Race is willing to compensate you."

Sea Stone Demigod stated.

If it was related, then it was Chen Yu’s turn to compensate.

According to him, Chen Yu had an Ancient Fire Origin Stone in his possession.

"What about your thoughts, members of the Stone Clan?"

Chen Yu smiled as he looked towards them.

The Demigod of the Demon Race had already spoken, so Lei He from the Stone Clan could only nod, but he was very surprised as to why Sea Stone Demigod was willing to compromise with Chen Yu. They could have directly extracted the clues.

"Well then, since both major clans are so sincere, I shall share this important information with you."

"The one who killed Demigod Giant and Evil Sparrow is at the Heavenly Union Realm!"

A smile curled up on Chen Yu’s lips.

He had long planned to shift the responsibility onto someone else, and Corrosive God was the perfect choice.

"Heavenly Union Realm?"

The expressions of everyone present grew serious, half in doubt.

At least, this was more believable than Chen Yu killing the two demigods.

However, they didn’t completely believe it either.

"You’re talking nonsense! There’s no other Heavenly Union Realm around the Sky Moon Alliance, and why would that Heavenly Union Realm attack Demigod Evil Sparrow and Giant?"

The Demon Woman refuted.

"Perhaps this Heavenly Union Realm heard some news and came to the Sky Moon Alliance...

Chen Yu spoke with a half-smile.

Seated above, Sea Stone Demigod and Lei He’s eyes suddenly deepened.

Could it be because of the [Earth Splitting Axe]?

The four clans had obtained the Divine Artifact [Earth Splitting Axe]. Despite sealing the news, it had undoubtedly leaked.

Could that God Realm have come for the [Earth Splitting Axe], encountering the demigods of the Stone Clan and the Demon Race en route, and incidentally slain them, searching for information about the [Earth Splitting Axe]?

"Chen Yu, this cannot be concluded solely based on your words."

Sea Stone Demigod said lightly.

"You cannot leave now; you must cooperate with our investigation under the supervision of the Demon Race or Stone Clan."

Lei He also said.

"No problem."

Chen Yu responded happily.

Lei He led the group and quickly left.

Chen Yu temporarily resided with the Demon Race, attended to by others, allowing him to cultivate in peace.

"Once Corrosive God recovers, he will surely come seeking revenge. And at this crucial time, with the four clans having acquired the second-grade Divine Artifact, [Earth Splitting Axe], how could they allow other God Realms to easily enter their territory?"

Chen Yu smiled to himself.

That was precisely why he shifted the blame for the two demigods’ deaths onto Corrosive God.

Three days later.

At the entrance to the Central City of the Sky Moon Alliance.

Corrosive God appeared with a troop of the Demon Race.

The surrounding crowd looked at a "middle-aged Tiger Clan" member within the Demon Race troop and greeted him respectfully.

"My lord, you’ve returned."

A steward in charge of the entrance hurried over and bowed to the middle-aged Tiger Clan member.

At this moment, the middle-aged Tiger Clan member was in no mood to enjoy the flattery of the masses.

Being accompanied by someone at the Heavenly Union Realm had kept him on edge throughout the journey, not daring to send any messages.

"Send word upwards, saying...a God Realm has come to visit."

The middle-aged Tiger Clan member anxiously instructed.

"A G-g-god Realm... Yes, yes!"

The steward immediately stiffened, stammered, and finally nodded repeatedly, quickly leaving.

Corrosive God didn’t overthink it. Having someone from the Heavenly Union Realm visit in person was something that should indeed be reported, letting this region’s Demon Race forces come to receive him.