blenderwars Chapter 254 Repaying Grievances Directly! Please Don't Go Gentle Into That Good Night! (7600 Wo
Chapter 254 Repaying Grievances Directly! Please Don't Go Gentle Into That Good Night! (7600 Wo
Chapter 254: Repaying Grudges with Kindness! Please Do Not Enter That Peaceful Night Gently! (7600 words)
"He's gone mad, absolutely mad!"
Everyone was shocked and discussing, looking at Xiangshan with eyes full of confusion and disbelief.
The noble ninth prince of the Earth Demon Elephant Clan, a pure-blooded creature.
Even though he was not well-regarded within the clan, he was still the top demon among demons, born to be a superior being. The gap between him and the foreign demons was like night and day. Why would he endure a whipping in place of a foreign demon?
Most importantly, they clearly didn't know each other; this was their first meeting.
It didn't seem like they had any previous connection!
"Prince..." The foreign demon who was protected by Xiangshan was also stunned, staring blankly at this scene, as if in a daze. His mind was blank, unable to understand why Xiangshan would do such a thing.
Only the dozen or so outstanding individuals who came with Xiangshan, as well as the hundreds of foreign demons who had just been rescued from the arena, roughly understood his actions!
"The prince is truly virtuous! He is personally practicing the principles he upholds, equality among demons, starting with him!"
"The ninth prince is truly an exceptional demon in this world!"
"We can't call him the ninth prince anymore, that's demeaning. We should call him the Pope!"
The demons were discussing fervently, tears welling up in their eyes, feeling that they had chosen the right person. Xiangshan was practicing the scriptures passed down by Lord Nicholas with his own actions.
"Xiangshan, what are you trying to do?" Jueyuan stared at Xiangshan, feeling that this young man, who had been abandoned by the Earth Demon Elephant Clan, suddenly became incomprehensible to him!
"If the anger in your heart has not been completely vented, you can continue!" Xiangshan took a deep breath, ignoring the wounds on his body, staring at Jueyuan with calm eyes, as if a layer of invisible radiance enveloped him.
"Madman, you're truly a madman... If you want to protect this dog, then go ahead, I don't want it!" Jueyuan cursed and left, throwing down the whip and turning away.
He couldn't really attack Xiangshan like this. It was an accident that he whipped him once, but if he continued, even if Xiangshan didn't resist, the Earth Demon Elephant Clan behind him was not to be trifled with!
When you beat a dog, you have to look at its owner.
Moreover, Xiangshan was a direct descendant of the Earth Demon Elephant Clan, once the most dazzling genius. Even if he couldn't become the number one among the younger generation in the future, he could definitely become a high-ranking member and a top powerhouse of the clan.
If it was a fair fight, it would be fine. If one's skills were inferior, there was no reason to complain no matter where one went.
But this madman Xiangshan had no intention of fighting back at all. He even withdrew his demonic energy protection, looking like he was seeking death.
If he really died at his hands, this blood debt... he couldn't afford it!
Jueyuan left, cursing and grumbling. Although he seemed irritable, in the eyes of the crowd, he seemed somewhat panicked, as if he was fleeing.
"Lord Pope!"
"Prince!"
Behind him, a group of foreign demons surrounded him, concerned about Xiangshan's injuries.
He had taken that whip blow head-on, and the other party had struck with anger. He had no intention of resisting, and was beaten until his skin split open and his wounds were deep and terrifying.
Fortunately, Xiangshan's physical strength was not low to begin with.
Quietly circulating his demonic energy, after a moment, his injuries eased a lot.
"Prince, you risked your life to save me. Chi Huo is extremely grateful and doesn't know how to repay you! From now on, my lowly life belongs to you, Prince. Whatever you want me to do, I will do without question!" Chi Huo, the saved foreign demon, had tears in his eyes. For the first time in his life, he felt the warmth of being cared for and protected, feeling a warm current flowing through his whole body.
"What repayment are you talking about? What you should be happy about is that you are free from now on!" Xiangshan smiled.
"Prince... Why did you help me in the first place?" Chi Huo, the foreign demon, asked again. He still couldn't understand this question, after all, he had no connection or reason to receive such help from Xiangshan.
The surrounding demons who were watching also perked up their ears, their gazes fixed on Xiangshan, awaiting his answer.
They also wanted to know the answer.
"We demons in the Demon World, born in this vast world, are like mayflies, with no control over our own destinies! If we don't help our own kind, who can we rely on? Are we supposed to rely on other races?"
His words were neither loud nor soft, just enough to reach the ears of all the onlookers, causing their minds to shake and their scalps to tingle.
"Why bother recognizing each other when we are all lost and fallen demons at the edge of the world?"
"Well said, very well said!"
"The Ninth Prince of the Earth Demon Elephant Clan is truly wise! These words have truly touched our hearts!"
"We demons are already struggling to survive at the bottom. We should support and help each other in order to go further!"
"It's a pity that there are so few who understand this principle. Those who have risen from among us have become successful, but they turn around and bully their own kind, sincerely becoming dogs for others..."
Everyone was engaged in intense discussion, their bodies trembling, feeling that Xiangshan's words had reached the depths of their hearts, stirring their souls.
"Alright, it's getting late. Let's go back first!" Xiangshan stood up, bowed to those around him, and prepared to leave with his people.
However, in the next moment...
Plop!
"I ask the prince to accept us. From now on, our bodies will be yours, and our souls will be yours. We will give our all without hesitation!" One demon knelt down, speaking loudly and clearly.
"Me too! Ninth Prince, please accept me. Although my strength is average, I have a tough body and can protect you with my life!" A bull-headed demon spoke in a deep voice.
Thump thump!
More and more people knelt down, as if it were contagious. In a short time, over ninety percent of the demons on the street knelt down, begging Xiangshan to take them under his command.
They were very clear that from the moment they were born, they knew their fate.
Either die in battle.
Or die by the hands of the noble aristocrats.
For the majority of them, their only purpose since appearing in this world was to wait for death.
It was normal for them to be treated this way, and they didn't think anything was wrong.
But today, someone suddenly stood up and told them that all of this... was wrong!
In this world, all beings are equal.
Pure-blooded and true demons are not superior to the human race.
It's not just the demons who should sacrifice themselves for the noble pure-bloods. Even the high and mighty pure-bloods can take a whip for a lowly demon!
To die for such a pure-blood, even if it meant death... they would willingly do so.
After all, he truly saw them as demons!
"I don't need followers, nor do I want all of you to give up your freedom and devote your lives to others as your lifelong pursuit~"
Xiangshan looked at the surrounding demons, speaking with conviction, "What is a demon? It is to follow your heart's desires, to do as you please, to have determination, belief, and strength... You should go on your own path!"
He calmly said it, but the vast majority of people present did not understand his meaning. They just stood there, stunned, knowing that they had just been rejected.
After saying these words, he turned and left without any hesitation.
The crowd watched his departing figure, looking at each other, with his words echoing in their minds like thunder.
...
The news quickly spread throughout the entire city of San Yuan.
Before long, everyone in the city heard that the Ninth Prince of the Earth Elephant Clan not only saved a group of demon creatures who were supposed to kill each other in the arena, but also publicly intervened to save a demon servant who was being whipped, even using his own body to shield the lashes.
The entire city was shaken.
Like a violent earthquake, the major clans and countless powerful individuals all turned their attention.
"Has that kid from the Earth Elephant Clan gone mad?"
"I heard he publicly declared that all demons are equal, whether they are demon creatures, pure-blooded demons, or even true demons, there is no distinction of high or low!"
"This is simply a joke, it goes against the words of the Demon God!"
"His actions seem more like trying to win people's hearts!"
"Win people's hearts? What use is it for him to win the hearts of a group of demons?" Some powerful individuals sneered, completely disdainful of this.
The reason why demon creatures have a low status is because their bloodlines are mixed and their strength is weak. Not only do they have slow progress in strength, even long-lived demon creature powerhouses would be crushed when facing pure-blooded beings of the same realm.
There is no chance of winning.
Their bloodlines are suppressed to the extreme!
Even if all the demon creatures in the entire city of San Yuan were gathered under the command of Xiangshan, what could they do?
Even a newly born Demon Race would understand this reasoning.
How could Xiangshan not understand?
"It's probably just a farce, just watch!"
"These kids are just fooling around, who knows what they're playing at, maybe it'll be over in a few days!"
"Hehehe, it's quite amusing, equality among demons? Hahaha..."
Someone laughed loudly, finding it extremely entertaining, thinking it was a rare joke, perfect for drinking.
...
"We pledge!"
"We pledge!"
"We voluntarily join the Ancestral Demon Sect!"
"We voluntarily join the Ancestral Demon Sect!"
"We will firmly follow the teachings of the Demon Ancestor, follow the guidance of the Holy Scriptures, and dedicate our lives to resisting oppression, inequality, and exploitation! We will strive to create a harmonious and beautiful Demon World~"
"We will firmly follow the teachings of the Demon Ancestor, follow the guidance of the Holy Scriptures, and dedicate our lives to resisting oppression, inequality, and exploitation! We will strive to create a harmonious and beautiful Demon World~"
"We are not afraid of sacrifice, not afraid of death, not afraid of tyranny!"
"We are not afraid of sacrifice, not afraid of death, not afraid of tyranny!"
"This oath, witnessed by heaven and earth, acknowledged by the demon gods, heard by the mountains, rivers, and all living beings, as well as the sun, moon, and vast sea!"
"This oath, witnessed by heaven and earth, acknowledged by the demon gods, heard by the mountains, rivers, and all living beings, as well as the sun, moon, and vast sea!"
Outside the city of Sanyuan, in the secluded Cave Mansion.
Hundreds of demonic gods stood solemnly and orderly, following Xiangshan's lead, officially joining the Ancestral Demon Sect today!
Buzzing!
In an instant, blood radiance surged like an ocean, pulsating in the night, shining brightly, enveloping everyone.
Everyone had made a solemn vow.
No matter what happens, they will never betray each other, never deviate from their original intentions today!
Xiangshan stood on a high place, looking at the orderly figures below, feeling a sense of pride in his heart.
Senior Nicholas, can you see this?
I am fulfilling your expectations and guidance step by step!
Many people expressed their desire to follow him on the street today, but he did not absorb all of them into the Ancestral Demon Sect. The risk would be too great, and he is not yet prepared to control so many followers.
Furthermore, he did not intend to completely expose the Ancestral Demon Sect to the sunlight.
After all, the power to speak in this world ultimately lies in the hands of those strong individuals. There are many things they cannot do now.
In other words, the high-level members of the Demon Race allow the existence of the Ancestral Demon Sect because they see it as a small disturbance that will not shake their position, just something to laugh at.
But if they openly confront those powerful clans, there is no doubt that the Ancestral Demon Sect will fall apart.
They currently do not have the confidence to do so.
If it were before, Xiangshan would have been confused at this point, not knowing how to continue developing.
But last night, Nicholas found him and gave him new guidance. At this moment, he is full of confidence and has a clear path for the future.
...
Leaving the headquarters of the Ancestral Demon Sect.
Xiangshan returned to his clan.
The courtyard was pitch black, without any lights or fires.
The night wind was sharp, rustling through the trees, even the wild grass in the corner of the courtyard was bent over, as if surrendering.
Xiangshan stopped in his tracks, looked into the night, and smiled. "Long time no see, Sixth Brother!"
Rustling!
The sound of the wind grew stronger.
A Daoist figure slowly walked out, tall and cold, like emotionless cold iron, exuding a chilling aura.
His body was covered in a dense demonic light.
Stepping on the demonic energy, he appeared like the demon lord in the depths of the abyss, with a terrifying momentum.
The Sixth Prince of the Great Earth Demon Elephant Clan, Xiangyuan!
The number one among the younger generation, the hope of the clan, has been chosen to participate in the divine demon ritual, unparalleled in glory, and his name will surely be recorded on the ancestral monument of the Great Earth Demon Elephant Clan, remembered for eternity.
Xiangyuan remained silent, gazing quietly at Xiangshan, hands behind his back, his expression icy and cold, like a block of ice.
His aura was powerful, like raging waves crashing incessantly.
The night wind howled in the courtyard, the cold wind like a knife, countless wild grasses broken by an invisible force, turning into dust and dissipating in the darkness.
Xiangshan's face remained calm, his clothes fluttering, as he smiled and said, "It's been many years, and your strength, Sixth Brother, has become even more refined. Truly worthy of being our clan's hope!"
Xiangyuan's expression finally changed slightly as he looked at his younger brother, feeling somewhat unfamiliar. "I suppose your strength has also grown significantly, otherwise you wouldn't have such audacity!"
Xiangshan said, "Why do you say that, Sixth Brother?"
Xiangyuan coldly replied, "The Demon Arena in the city was jointly supported by our three clans. To destroy our own clan's establishment, your audacity must be immense!"
Xiangshan chuckled lightly, "So that's what you're referring to, Sixth Brother!"
Xiangyuan said, "Have you already thought of an excuse to absolve yourself?"
Xiangshan shook his head, "Why would I need to absolve myself? This is something I did, and I don't believe I've done anything wrong!"
Xiangyuan frowned but remained silent.
Xiangshan continued, "We are all of the Demon Race, why should we sit idly by and even take action to harm our own kind?"
Xiangyuan sneered, "You consider those lowly creatures of the Demon Race as our own kind? Others say you've gone mad, and I didn't believe it. But now... it seems to be true!"
Xiangshan said, "You should know that I'm not mad, I'm just clear-headed!"
Xiangyuan said, "In this world, it has always been like this. Your so-called clarity of mind has no meaning whatsoever!"
Xiangshan firmly stated, "Just because it has always been this way doesn't mean it's right!"
Xiangyuan quickly replied, "Whether it's right or not, what does it matter?"
Silence.
Both of them fell into silence at the same time, and even the wind in the courtyard quieted down.
It was so quiet that it felt suffocating.
After a long time, Xiangshan looked deeply at the other person and suddenly sighed, "Nicholas was right after all. Prejudices in people's hearts are like a great mountain, no matter how hard you try, it's difficult to move!"
"Nicholas? The one who writes books? You've had contact with him?" Xiangyuan furrowed his brows. Although he rarely read books, he knew this name. It had caused a huge uproar recently, with the entire San Yuan City at the center of the storm.
Countless ancient and powerful clans had spared no effort to find that person, but even digging three feet into the ground had been unsuccessful.
Moreover, in front of many strong individuals, he had silently placed something down without triggering any formations, and had slapped their faces without making a sound.
This person was too mysterious, like a ghost or a god, impossible to fathom.
No one knew what kind of means he possessed.
And yet, he carried a secret, clearly having extraordinary abilities, but willingly lowered his status to write books for the entertainment of the lower class.
The high-level members of the Great Earth Demon Elephant Clan had discussed this matter, finding it too murky. While their clan did have some background, if they were to get involved, they might be in danger.
Xiangyuan hadn't expected that his own younger brother would have contact with Nicholas.
Combined with his recent strange behavior...
Xiangyuan's pupils contracted, and he said each word, "Did he instigate you to do these things?"
Xiangshan slowly said, "Rather than saying he instigated me, it's more accurate to say that he made me see the truth of this world. All the choices were made by me!"
Xiangyuan squinted his eyes: "What did he tell you?"
Xiangshan responded, "He told me that demons should live for themselves, that the world should be colorful and diverse, not stagnant like still water. The strong should always be strong, the weak should always be weak, with no surprises... Stagnant water will become foul, even if it is as large as the entire Demon World!"
Xiangyuan sneered, neither confirming nor denying: "Indeed, these are the words of a madman. Do you believe them?"
Xiangshan remained silent, and his silence was his answer.
Xiangyuan asked again, "And what about the so-called Ancestral Demon Sect? Is that also your doing? What are you trying to accomplish?"
Xiangshan's expression remained calm: "They are just a group of pitiful people seeking comfort in numbers."
Xiangyuan's smile grew colder: "As a descendant of the Earth Demon Elephant Clan, you seek comfort with a group of foreign demons? You have brought shame upon our clan! Besides, do you really think that a group of foreign demons gathering together can achieve anything? They are nothing more than a group of waste, just like you, a waste turned into a group of waste!"
Xiangshan remained serene, his words revealing a sense of Zen: "Dripping water can penetrate stone, and a trickle of water can become a vast ocean. This is a principle that you find difficult to understand!"
"I have no interest in arguing with you any longer! You have violated the clan rules, and I have come to take you down! Will you submit to your punishment, or will you struggle for a while?"
Xiangyuan stood with his hands behind his back, towering over Xiangshan, exuding immense pride.
He had every reason to be proud. Without exaggeration, among the younger generation of the major pure-blooded families in the entire San Yuan City, no one could match him.
His pure bloodline and strength were rare among the Earth Demon Elephant Clan for hundreds of years.
Perhaps Xiangshan had once been qualified to fight against him, but since that year when he was severely injured, his strength had fallen far behind and he was no longer capable of defeating him.
Xiangshan said nothing and calmly took a step forward.
Boom!
In an instant, Xiangyuan's figure disappeared from its original position. Taking the initiative, he appeared above Xiangshan's head, his expression indifferent, surrounded by surging demonic energy, like an ancient demon bathed in vast demonic light, as he struck down with a palm.
His strength was too strong, and this palm seemed to seal off the entire world, unimaginable power pressing in from all directions.
As if it could completely crush Xiangshan.
Boom!
At this moment, Xiangshan raised his hand and threw a punch.
The Heavenly Demon Qi gathered behind him, transforming into a terrifying ancient demon elephant, covering the sky and blocking out the sun. It contained supreme power, with chaotic mist surging and demonic energy billowing like lightning, as if opening up heaven and earth.
Xiangyuan's pupils contracted, feeling a terror he had never experienced before.
The tremendous force struck.
He didn't even have time to resist before he was sent flying, crashing into the ground and leaving behind a deep pit.
"How is this possible?" Xiangyuan raised his head in a ruined wasteland, looking at Xiangshan who was slowly approaching, his expression filled with disbelief.
Why was his strength so strong?
That punch just now clearly utilized an unimaginable and terrifying inheritance.
Xiangyuan's mind went blank, and a thought flashed through his mind like lightning.
Xiangshan had also encountered a stroke of luck.
And it was an immeasurable stroke of luck.
Enough to change his destiny.
"Nicholas once said, 'repay kindness with kindness, and repay enmity with justice!' Back then, you relied on your stroke of luck to greatly increase your strength and severely injure me. Today... I have also had a stroke of luck and have severely injured you in return. The hatred between us is now settled!" Xiangshan walked forward, radiating light, his gaze clear, his appearance dignified, not like a demon, but rather like an ancient Buddha or a great scholar.
"Do not be too proud. The elders of the clan will soon arrive, and no matter how strong you are today, you will still face punishment!" Xiangyuan spat out a mouthful of blood, his body covered in wounds, cracked and gruesome, his eyes filled with unwillingness.
"Is that so?"
Xiangshan remained calm and said slowly, "Why are you so sure that the elder will choose you between you and me?"
Xiangyuan's pupils contracted.
Back then, he was stronger than Xiangshan, so he became the first pride of the clan, the most remarkable figure among the younger generation, carrying the hopes of the Ancient Clan.
But now, he was defeated by Xiangshan, and his position naturally became unstable.
The clan only needed one person who was dazzling enough to inherit the glory of the Ancient Clan, to make the clan more powerful and prosperous.
As for who this person was, they didn't care.
Thinking of this, a sense of panic appeared in Xiangyuan's eyes. Only now did he realize that everything he possessed was as fragile as a dandelion, easily blown away.
Xiangshan slowly raised his hand, about to finish him off, but suddenly his movement paused. He looked around, his expression slightly changing.
After a moment of contemplation, Xiangshan came to Xiangyuan's side, squatted down, and took out several magic fruits, feeding them to Xiangyuan's mouth.
"Open your mouth!"
Before Xiangyuan could react, he was stunned for a moment, and the magic fruit had already entered his mouth.
"What did you give me to eat?" Xiangyuan's pupils widened, feeling that Xiangshan had poisoned him, wanting to make him suffer and seek revenge.
"Don't you feel it yourself?"
"..." Xiangyuan felt it. The medicinal power had already dissipated, extremely gentle, flowing through his body, alleviating most of his pain.
Magic Yuan Fruit!
A very famous healing treasure in the Demon World.
Only in the places with the purest and most concentrated demonic energy would the Magic Yuan Tree grow, and each tree's yield would not be much.
On Sea Demon Island, this kind of treasure was even more precious.
Although the Great Earth Demon Elephant Clan had a profound background, there were not many of these fruits, only the core members could enjoy them.
Xiangshan's fruit was estimated to have been there for many years.
Xiangyuan was stunned, staring at Xiangshan in front of him, feeling that he could no longer understand this younger brother. "Why... did you save me?"
Xiangshan shrugged indifferently, "I said before, the grievances between you and me have been settled! I can sacrifice myself for outsiders, let alone you and me... after all, we are brothers of the same bloodline!"
Upon hearing this, Xiangyuan fell silent.
When Xiangshan mentioned this theory to him before, he didn't take it seriously at all.
But now, when it came to himself, he... wasn't so resistant.
"Besides, you should focus on being the first pride of the Great Earth Demon Elephant Clan and participate in your divine and demonic ceremony! If those elders find out that you were defeated by me, they might replace me. I don't want to die like that!" Xiangshan spoke again.
"You! What nonsense are you talking about? Being able to participate in the divine and demonic ceremony is the greatest honor of our clan. Many people can't even beg for it!" Xiangyuan almost died of anger, glaring at him.
"Honor?"
Xiangshan stood up slowly, chuckled, and said mockingly, "You die for those demon gods. Besides our clan, who will remember your name?"
Xiang Yuan was stunned.
Xiang Shan continued, "In this world, there is nothing greater... than life and death! Regardless of which race it is, life should be the most important thing! To live, one must live with clarity, and to die... one must die with worthiness!"
Xiang Yuan argued, "To die for the Demon God is worthy!"
Xiang Shan looked down at him and said, "Will you remember the name of the black-boned chicken you ate tonight? Or will you be grateful for the opportunity to taste a delicious meal?"
Xiang Yuan was at a loss, not understanding.
Xiang Shan said, "In the eyes of those Demon Gods, you sacrifices are just a meal, slightly more sumptuous than before! And in the eyes of those high and mighty figures, you are not even worth mentioning. You are merely ants, tools they use to harness the power of the Demon Gods! So why do you think you are so honorable?"
Upon hearing this, Xiang Yuan opened his mouth wide, wanting to retort, but found himself at a loss for words.
His face turned red.
But inexplicably, he felt that Xiang Shan made sense.
"To exchange false glory with one's life, is it truly worth it?" This question struck at Xiang Yuan's heart.
His gaze shifted, his breathing became rapid, and he struggled internally. The unwavering belief he once had in the Demon Gods began to waver.
Xiang Shan observed his expression and said, "Let me tell you another story! A story... about the origin of the Demon World!"
He vividly recounted the story of the Demon Ancestor, the Immortal Ancestor, Bu Ou, and Nicholas to Xiang Yuan.
After listening, Xiang Yuan's mind buzzed, blank and unable to believe, yet unsure of where to question.
But he gritted his teeth and said, "Do you think you can deceive me with a made-up story?"
Xiang Shan calmly replied, "Whether you believe it or not, the Demon Ancestor is there! I will respect your choices, and the Demon Ancestor does not need to force anyone to become his follower!
I am only considering our brotherhood, not wanting you to die without understanding, and still thinking that your death is an honor, when in the eyes of others, you are just a worthless ant!
Just like those demons in your eyes!"
Xiang Yuan clenched his fists and said, "The matter of the divine and demonic ritual has already been decided. No matter what I think, this matter cannot be changed. Otherwise... our clan will suffer a calamity!"
It was clear that his heart had been severely shaken, otherwise he wouldn't have said such words.
Xiang Shan turned his head and walked towards his own room, leaving behind these words, "How you choose is up to you. In any case, whether it's obedience or resistance, it's death. Why should I step into that darkness so gently? Even the smallest person has the right to shout!"
Bang!
The door closed, and the courtyard fell silent.
Xiang Yuan sat paralyzed in the ruins, his mind filled with Xiang Shan's words, lost in thought for a long time.
His mind was in chaos, and he hadn't considered why there was such a commotion here, yet none of the strong members of the clan had come.
...
"Senior Nicholas, can he really come to terms with it?"
Standing by the window, Xiang Shan looked at the silent figure in the night and suddenly spoke.
Originally, he intended to settle things with Xiang Yuan and prevent him from causing trouble.
But a transmission suddenly reached his ears, interrupting his actions and telling him... to try to enlighten Xiang Yuan.
"We can only do what we can, and the rest... we'll leave it to fate!"
(End of this chapter)