The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron

Chapter 1888: Chapter 1985: Struggle from All Sides

Within the Ancient Demon Ridge, the weathered face of the Old Demon Saint gazed at the many strong figures of the Demon Clan in front of him, feeling a surge of emotion in his heart.

"Demon Saint, such an opportunity must not be missed, we are willing to accompany you into battle," a strong demon clan member spoke out.

The Old Demon Saint mused, "If we succeed, all is well, but if not, you all understand the consequences."

Upon these words, the demon clan strong figures present fell somewhat silent. They were fully aware that if they failed to seize the Life and Death Reincarnation Pill, they would face the retaliation of the Human Clan, and the predicament awaiting the Demon Clan was self-evident.

"Demon Saint, we should not act hastily. We should wait in the shadows for a suitable opportunity, and if we truly cannot find one, we should withdraw," another demon clan member suggested.

"That’s correct, we’ll strike if the opportunity arises, otherwise, we’ll come back another time."

"After all, it’s a gamble of luck; perhaps we’ll get lucky and seize it."

"Even if the Human Clan seeks retaliation afterward, as long as we remain within the Ancient Demon Ridge, they can’t invade."

"The Human Clan has oppressed us for too long; it’s time for us demon beasts to make a change."

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The various demons voiced their opinions, and most agreed with the Old Demon Saint leading them to the Pill Saint Palace to seize the Life and Death Reincarnation Pill.

Among them, there were indeed demon clan strong figures sincerely wishing to follow the Old Demon Saint in one last endeavor, but many had ulterior motives, hoping the Old Demon Saint would perish at the Pill Saint Palace, thus allowing them an opportunity to vie for the position of Demon Saint.

After all, the Old Demon Saint was a seasoned old demon. With just a glance, he discerned the intentions of some demon clan figures.

Sneering inwardly, the Old Demon Saint saw through everything clearly, knowing that even without their persuasion, he would still go to seize the Life and Death Reincarnation Pill.

The reason being that the Old Demon Saint had reached the end of his lifespan, barely sustained by the foundations accumulated over the years, but not for much longer.

Rather than dying of old age, it would be better to seize the current moment of relative vigor and gamble for a chance to continue living.

As long as the Life and Death Reincarnation Pill could be seized, he could extend his life and possibly advance further, nearing the level of the first-generation Demon Saint.

Then, even if faced with the Human Clan’s Martial Lords, it wouldn’t be easy for them to intimidate him.

Yet all depended on obtaining the Life and Death Reincarnation Pill. Failing to do so would mean all is lost, and the Old Demon Saint knew he stood little chance of escaping the Pill Saint Palace alive, likely dying right there.

But what of it? He was going to die anyway, dying a few years earlier at the Pill Saint Palace didn’t matter.

Even if it cost some demon strong figures’ lives, the Old Demon Saint wouldn’t care; he would even relish it. After all, as he saw it, those demon clan figures were urging him to seize the pill, practically hoping for his quick demise. Since that’s the case, he wouldn’t mind their lives one bit; they could all die there together.

"In that case, let us make a journey to the Pill Saint Palace and find an opportunity to seize the Transcendental Elixir," said the Old Demon Saint.

Seeing the Old Demon Saint’s determination, some demon strong figures present secretly sneered, oblivious to the fact that the Old Demon Saint was also sneering. Though all belonged to the same demon beast clan, they had their own motives and were scheming against one another.

It was only natural; after all, with the succession of the next Demon Saint at stake, each demon strong figure present was eligible to compete. Perhaps the position might fall to any one of them. It was impossible that none of them harbored aspirations, even those most loyal to the Old Demon Saint secretly coveted the title.

Within the Ancient Demon Ridge, beasts above the Eight-Change Realm emerged en masse, leaving only two Nine-Transformation beasts to guard the ridge.

The Old Demon Saint took the lead, effectively wagering his life, with no route of retreat whatsoever.

The mighty procession of demons marched toward the Pill Saint Palace, and the Old Palace Master, who had been closely monitoring the Ancient Demon Ridge, quickly noticed their movement, his expression shifting.

"As expected, that damn old lion won’t rest even when close to death," the Old Palace Master muttered a curse. Although he had anticipated the demon beasts would not remain idle, now that the moment had come, he still wished he were wrong, for the situation was already dire, and further complication from the beast clan risked escalating to unimaginable levels.

Yet since they had come, the Old Palace Master would not be courteous to these beasts. He discreetly transmitted a message to Bai Qingxue within the Pill Saint Palace, informing her of the impending arrival of the demon beast clan.

At this moment, the power of the Heavenly Tribulation was rising continuously. Although the Heaven Mandate experts of both the Pill Saint Palace and Emperor Bai City had joined forces, they were gradually being overwhelmed.

The power of the Heavenly Tribulation was enough to wound the bodies of the Heaven Mandate experts and seemed endless, as several Heaven Mandate masters had already been injured under its onslaught.

Fortunately, the wounds were not severe and could be recovered from shortly, allowing them to hold on a while longer.

The most crucial battle unfolded higher in the sky, where Fang Qingye and Mo Shouhe had fully unleashed their abilities, fiercely dueling.

Mo Shouhe, wielding his rarely-used Measure Heaven Ruler, aimed to suppress Fang Qingye, freeing himself to seize the Life and Death Reincarnation Pill.

The Measure Heaven Ruler’s astonishing power seemed to gather Star Power upon its movement, imposing unprecedented pressure on Fang Qingye.

Yet, despite the Measure Heaven Ruler’s deployment, Fang Qingye held his ground, using nothing more than his fists to prevent Mo Shouhe from attempting to take the Life and Death Reincarnation Pill, firmly dragging him into this entanglement.

"Do you believe stopping me alone can prevent everything?" Mo Shouhe suddenly spoke amidst the heat of battle, a slight curve forming at the corner of his mouth.

Fang Qingye’s expression changed when he sensed the rapid approach of a formidable aura from afar, one not inferior to that of himself and Mo Shouhe.

Evidently, this was yet another strong figure comparable to a Martial Lord, and from the aura alone, Fang Qingye felt unfamiliar, concluding he had never encountered this person before.

Within a few breaths, a figure appeared in Fang Qingye’s vision, revealing a middle-aged man cloaked entirely in black, his eyes exceptionally cold.