Protect Our Clan Leader

Yinsha Sect, although nominally a subordinate organization of the Real Demon Palace, was in fact founded by the original Sect Master who had been expelled from the Real Demon Palace.

It's said that Yinsha Sect was originally one of the Void Realm lineages within the Real Demon Palace.

What exactly happened back then is now known by very few, but it is certain that after being expelled from the Real Demon Palace, the original Shadow Snake Demonic King founded Yinsha Sect in the Extreme Western Land without the support of Real Demon Palace.

As a result, at the beginning, Yinsha Sect even faced joint suppression from West Jin and South Qin. Only when confronted with the overwhelming pressure from Da Qian and Lingyun Holy Ground did the two countries reluctantly agree to an alliance with Yinsha Sect to jointly oppose Da Qian.

Thus, Yinsha Sect gradually grew stronger. After securing its footing, it re-established contact with the Real Demon Palace.

But everyone knew that this connection was actually very fragile. The relationship between Yinsha Sect and Real Demon Palace was subtle and involved mutual use.

However, subtle as the relationship might be, being the head of a major force, they certainly needed to save face.

According to the rules of Yinsha Sect, each generation of Sect Masters inherits the title "Shadow Snake Demonic King".

As the current "Shadow Snake Demonic King," Qi Hongzhao was quite enthusiastic. Those who didn't know any better might really think he was genuinely welcoming these guests from the Real Demon Palace~

"Giggle~ Shadow Snake Demonic King truly lives up to his reputation as a hero who has led the Extreme Western Land for many years; your words are so pleasant to hear." A seductive voice emanated from within the Dragon Boat, "In the Real Demon Palace, I've often heard of the illustrious name of the Shadow Snake Demonic King~"

While speaking, a delicate figure already ghostly stepped out from the Dragon Boat, her waist so slender and supple, radiating an enthralling and bone-corroding seductiveness.

Beside her followed a silent and taciturn giant of a man, his muscles knotted like metal, glowing with a metallic sheen, his aura as fierce and domineering as an ancient Fierce Beast.

"So it is Lady Shadow Snake Demonic Princess and the Ancient Elephant Devil Lord." Shadow Snake Demonic King Qi Hongzhao's eyes flashed as he quickly offered another courtesy, a gesture of politeness, but inside, he breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Although both the Shadow Snake Demonic Princess and the Ancient Elephant Devil Lord were strong figures within the Real Demon Palace, their Cultivation bases were only in the early stage of the Transcendent Void Realm. The Ancient Elephant Devil Lord's combat strength was not weak but he was straightforward and easy to deal with. The Shadow Snake Demonic Princess, with her shrewd mind, had only ascended to the Void Realm a hundred or two hundred years ago, and in terms of strength, she couldn't be compared with those veteran Void Realm powerhouses.

If it was these two, even if they joined forces, his side would not fear them. No matter what their true intentions were, there was still room for negotiation.

However, before Qi Hongzhao could fully relax, he saw that the Shadow Snake Demonic Princess and the Ancient Elephant Devil Lord in the sky had already turned around to greet a child descending from the boat with white pupils, silver hair, and wearing a blood-red robe.

The child, hands clasped behind him, his blood robe fluttering in the wind, his mere presence cast a suffocating and fearful oppressive force over everyone.

Demon Lord Xietong?! How did this old fellow get here?!

Qi Hongzhao's pupils contracted, and his heart "thudded" in his chest.

This Old Devil wasn't a newly-risen Void practitioner like the Shadow Snake Demonic Princess; he was a well-known old monster, even among the Real Demon Palace's many powerhouses, there were but a few old devils on his level.

Now that even this Old Devil had come, it seemed that the situation was more complex and important than he had initially thought.

With numerous thoughts whirling in his mind, Qi Hongzhao retained an exceptionally respectful demeanor on the surface, stepping forward to greet in the company of the equally surprised Emperor Yuan You and Emperor Yan Qing.

At the same time, Qi Hongzhao reined in any minor schemes he had been entertaining.

In the presence of such an old devil, playing tricks was unquestionably dangerous and could even bring disaster to Yinsha Sect.

"Dispense with the formalities." Demon Lord Xietong waved his hand casually, his tone slightly impatient, "I am pressed for time. Find a place to discuss serious matters."

"Yes, Lord Xietong." Qi Hongzhao promptly took the command, immediately welcoming Demon Lord Xietong and his entourage into the Sacred Temple of Yinsha Sect.

This was the place where Yinsha Sect received distinguished guests or held important internal meetings, solemn and respectful.

Demon Lord Xietong naturally took the main seat. Although his child-like stature on the grand seat of Qi Hongzhao, the Shadow Snake Throne, seemed somewhat comical in contrast to its size.

Yet, no one on the scene dared show the slightest hint of amusement, each wearing a serious and solemn expression.

Demon Lord Xietong had been known for many years, and everyone was aware that his stature was his taboo. If anyone dared to show any hint of disrespect at this moment, he would undoubtedly lash out instantly.

Even a practitioner of the Void Realm would find it difficult to escape from him unscathed.

Under Qi Hongzhao's personal arrangement, the Shadow Snake Demonic Princess, the Ancient Elephant Devil Lord, Emperor Yan Qing, Emperor Yuan You, and others took their seats around the thrones on both sides.

Now within the entire Sacred Temple of Yinsha Sect, there were only six individuals present.

But these six individuals were all Void Realm powerhouses.

With a full six Void Realm practitioners gathered together, even the Divine Power Territory Great Elders of the various Yinsha Sect lineages did not qualify to participate, indicating the extraordinary nature of the matters under discussion.

With different thoughts weighing on their minds, the atmosphere suddenly became oppressive.

Demon Lord Xietong swept his gaze across the whole room before settling his eyes on the Shadow Snake Demonic Princess.

She got the message instantly and, with a twist of her serpentine waist, slowly stood up.

Without any visible preparatory movement, her figure appeared in the center of the Sacred Temple like a phantasm.