The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 2297: Chapter 2297: A Familiar Emblem

Bai Wentai’s scalp tingled.

The Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain rarely makes public appearances, so ordinary cultivators in Iron Bay are hardly ever acquainted with the Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain. Even the high-ranking elders of the Bai Family have never seen the Great Demon Lord in person. However, Bai Wentai, the patriarch of the Bai Family, does recognize him, having seen the Great Demon Lord once.

At this moment, when he saw that figure in the sky above the city, he immediately recognized it. Although the Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain always wears a ghost face mask, just seeing this guise confirmed that this was indeed the Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain.

Bai Wentai’s heart raced, and he took a deep breath to calm himself.

If one were to say they were not nervous facing this Great Demon Lord, that would definitely be a lie. Not just Bai Wentai; even the overlords of Iron Bay would find it difficult to remain calm upon seeing the Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain.

"Family Head, what’s wrong?" the Bai Family elder, Bai An Gu, followed beside Bai Wentai, also noticing the change in the family head’s expression.

Just now, Bai Wentai said he would personally go meet the strong cultivator joining Bai City. Why is he motionless now?

"Elder An Gu, that person... is the Great Demon Lord!" Bai Wentai looked at Bai An Gu and whispered in a low voice.

"Hiss~" Bai An Gu’s face turned pale, and his mind buzzed.

The Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain had come personally to Bai City and was currently hovering over it.

One thing Bai Wentai found odd was that, although the Great Demon Lord had reached Bai City, why was he merely suspended above the city? The Great Demon Lord was likely here not to destroy Bai City but for the Moon God Bell. However, if he wanted to retrieve the Moon God Bell from Mr. Jing Yan, he should at least meet Mr. Jing Yan!

Bai Wentai was quite puzzled.

He paused for a moment, then changed direction.

Soon, he arrived at Jing Yan’s residence, with Elder Bai An Gu following.

"Mr. Jing Yan." Bai Wentai smoothly met Jing Yan.

"Family Head Bai?" Jing Yan said.

"Mr. Jing Yan, the Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain is here, right above the city. What should we do? He’s certainly here to reclaim the Moon God Bell." Bai Wentai said urgently.

Hearing Bai Wentai’s words, Jing Yan’s eyes flashed.

Jing Yan had anticipated that the Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain would come to Bai City looking for him, so he was not surprised.

"Family Head Bai, there is no need to worry. I’ll go and have a look. Earlier, you also mentioned that Wan Mo Mountain wouldn’t retaliate against Bai City, so even if the Great Demon Lord wants to take back the Moon God Bell, he shouldn’t target Bai City, right?" Jing Yan seemed quite at ease.

"Mr. Jing Yan, the Great Demon Lord won’t target Bai City again, but what about you? The Great Demon Lord’s power is beyond our imagination!" Bai Wentai said.

"Don’t worry, even if this Great Demon Lord’s power surpasses the Immortal Venerable Realm, killing me won’t be easy. If I really can’t resist, I will return the Moon God Bell to him." Jing Yan waved his hand.

With that, Jing Yan left the room.

"Family Head, what should we do?" Bai An Gu looked at Bai Wentai.

"Alas, with our capability, we can’t possibly help Mr. Jing Yan. If a fight breaks out, we cannot intervene." Bai Wentai shook his head and sighed, then also walked out.

As soon as Jing Yan stepped out of the room, he slightly looked up and saw that blue figure in the sky.

He paused his movement for a moment, then slightly channeled his divine power, flying upward to confront the Great Demon Lord.

The Great Demon Lord watched Jing Yan fly up from below, but he did not make any move or speak.

After waiting for a moment and seeing the Great Demon Lord show no response, Jing Yan was the first to speak: "Great Demon Lord?"

"Are you Jing Yan?" the Great Demon Lord finally spoke, still in that raspy voice.

Jing Yan and the Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain faced off in the void, attracting more and more Bai City cultivators to gather and watch, including members of the Bai Family, with Bai Wentai and other high-ranking members standing in the courtyard looking up at the void.

"I am Jing Yan." Jing Yan nodded.

As soon as Jing Yan acknowledged his identity, the Great Demon Lord suddenly waved his hand, releasing ripples of energy. Seeing this sudden release of divine power by the Great Demon Lord, Jing Yan felt a slight sinking in his heart, and he immediately activated his divine power in preparation for battle. However, as soon as this divine power was activated, Jing Yan stopped because he then realized that the Great Demon Lord’s divine power was not meant to attack him but to release a layer of light screen centered on the two of them.

Judging from the aura of the light screen, it should have an isolating effect as an energy barrier. Sound, divine thought, etc., could not penetrate this layer of energy barrier. The light screen isolated everything; even the laws twisted and changed, and neither Jing Yan nor the Great Demon Lord’s figures could be seen from the outside.

"What is going on?" Jing Yan was also uncertain.

The Great Demon Lord’s intention did not seem to be one of aggression. If he wanted to fight, there would be no need for an isolating barrier. Furthermore, after meeting up with the Great Demon Lord, the latter did not immediately mention the Emperor Weapon Moon God Bell but first released such an isolating screen. The Wan Mo Mountain Great Demon Lord’s actions were somewhat inscrutable.

"Jing Yan, you killed Youlong." The Great Demon Lord spoke, his voice hoarse and deep, seemingly devoid of any emotion.

"Yes!" Jing Yan nodded.

"The method you used to kill Youlong comes from the Immortal Technique within the Thunder Origin." The Great Demon Lord continued.

Upon hearing this, Jing Yan’s eyes suddenly widened. Although initially surprised, he quickly reasoned that with the Great Demon Lord’s unfathomable power, it wasn’t inconceivable to know or have seen the Thunder Origin Immortal Skill of the Thunder Emperor, even in the Nightmare City region.

"Yes!" Jing Yan nodded again.

"If I’m not mistaken, what you displayed was the ’Thunder Light Shining’ move from within the Thunder Origin. I ask you, do you also know the contents of the other moves in the Thunder Origin?" the Great Demon Lord inquired.

"Yes, I know." Jing Yan did not conceal the fact.

He was still unsure of what the Great Demon Lord truly wanted, so he decided to play along and see how things unfolded.

"I ask you, where did you learn the Thunder Origin? You shouldn’t be from the Thunder Domain. Even among those within the Thunder Domain, very few can learn the Immortal Skill of the Thunder Origin. How on earth did an outsider like you master the Thunder Origin?" the Great Demon Lord’s voice raised a few octaves.

Jing Yan’s mind churned; this Great Demon Lord of Wan Mo Mountain was indeed strange. Coming to Bai City, he didn’t first ask about the Emperor Weapon Moon God Bell but instead interrogated him regarding the Thunder Origin. Could it be that matters related to the Thunder Origin were more important than the Emperor Weapon?

Jing Yan narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing the Great Demon Lord across from him. He did not immediately respond to the Great Demon Lord’s question.

During his observation, Jing Yan’s pupils slightly contracted.

Because he saw a familiar insignia, and his eyes widened again, gazing incredulously at the Great Demon Lord opposite him.

"I asked you how you learned the Thunder Origin." Jing Yan did not answer this question, and the Great Demon Lord asked again.