Soul Land V: Rebirth of Tang San

At first, Mengte Te's severe injury truly agonized the Dark Demon Great Demon Emperor. That was his chosen heir! However, at least one of the statements he had made just now came from the bottom of his heart, which was to deter the Sea Realm.

Whether the Sea God truly existed, he did not know, but Tang San's display of the Sea God's power back when he was still an Asura indeed frightened him a bit. If there really was a Sea God, and it had reached an unspoken agreement with Jiali City, then the strength of the Sea God might well be comparable to the current top three Emperors. Having such a God behind Jiali City wasn't something he wanted to offend. Of course, in his opinion, the likelihood of the Sea God not existing was greater because otherwise, the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox should be able to sense the presence of such a powerful Emperor, which would affect the Luck of the entire Falan Planet.

The atmosphere in the Ancestral Court Council became somewhat eerie following the words of the Dark Demon Great Demon Emperor.

"Three votes in favor, one against."

Yes, among the four Great Demon Emperors who had already been approved, surprisingly three had voted in favor. Who could have foreseen this before? And next up was the vote of the Heavenly Thorough White Tiger Demon Emperor, who everyone knew was certain to approve. What had seemed utterly impossible to pass, the second challenge of the report, was now starting to appear possible under these circumstances.

With four votes already in hand, who would dare say a surprise couldn't happen?

Even many Emperors' gazes unconsciously drifted toward the Unbreakable Sky Destruction Demon Emperor. Would there be another surprise regarding the king of the Behemoth giant beast?

"White Tiger Great Demon King!" the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox turned his gaze to the White Tiger Great Demon King.

The White Tiger Great Demon King smiled; regardless of whether Pretty Girl ultimately succeeded in her report, he found the current situation quite pleasing. Though he did not know how Pretty Girl had managed it, from her expression, it was clear she herself didn't know what was happening either. Was this a fluke? Luck? Impossible, for those who opposed her were beings that controlled fate!

There was only one explanation left, the young man, who always followed at her side, who had brought the White Tiger Great Demon King more than a few surprises. That young man who, at any moment, always seemed so calm and composed.

He had not come here, but the White Tiger Great Demon King was quite clear that he had indeed arrived. And he had even given a hint for his own report three days later.

Even the White Tiger Great Demon Emperor wanted to know how Tang San had done it. How he had made so many Emperors choose to support this, it was simply too incredible.

"I agree. And I'll give my reasons as well, quite simple, she is my granddaughter, carrying my bloodline, her strength and talent are there for all to see. So, I'm in favor," the White Tiger Great Demon King did not skimp on his high praise. His vote, without any surprise, was cast for Pretty Girl.

"Good, four in favor, one against." The Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox's gaze shifted to the fourth-ranked, Sky-breaking Demon Emperor.

The Unbreakable Sky-Breaking Demon Emperor was robustly built, with an aura of natural authority, his gaze a touch of surprise as he said, "Why are you all looking at me like that? Especially you few." The 'you few' he was referring to were, of course, the Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor, the Sword Saint Big Demon Emperor, and the Dark Demon Great Demon Emperor, who had unexpectedly voted in favor despite seeming unlikely to approve.

The White Tiger Great Demon King laughed out loud. At this moment, he couldn't speak because, according to the rules of the Ancestral Court, he was not permitted to influence the other Emperors' choices.

"I object!" the Sky-breaking Demon Emperor frowned and said, "My reason is the same as the mammoth's. A bloodline from a Foreign Race is after all from a Foreign Race, to avoid unnecessary trouble, better not let her become the City Lord. Even if she truly becomes an Emperor in the future, inheriting the main city of old White Tiger would suffice."

Upon hearing the objection from the Sky-breaking Demon Emperor, the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox's expression seemed to show a slight relaxation.

Yes, Pretty Girl had already won four favorable votes. However, since the Sky-breaking Demon Emperor had not caused any unexpected shifts, ultimately, the matter was still under his control.

"Four in favor, two against."

There were only eight Great Demon Emperors present, meaning that even if one of the two remaining Great Demon Emperors supported Pretty Girl, it would make no difference.

Since the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox himself was certainly not going to support her, and the number one ranked Crystal Great Demon Emperor was not present, considered as abstaining, she could not reach the required six votes. So, as soon as the Sky-breaking Demon Emperor voiced his opposition, the outcome seemed to have already been determined.

Hearing the Sky-breaking Demon Emperor's opposition, the White Tiger Great Demon King couldn't help but show a trace of astonishment. Even the Dark Demon Great Demon Emperor and Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor, who should not have supported, did; so why hadn't that young man worked things out with Sky-breaking? Or was he perhaps expecting too much from him?

The opposition of the Sky-breaking Demon Emperor also caused the previously affirmative Dark Demon Great Demon Emperor to let out a slight sigh of relief. As long as he had not disrupted Heavenly Fox's plans, his approval could be explained afterwards.

The Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox's gaze turned to the nearby Emperor Sky Pillar, "Undying Great Demon Emperor."

The Undying Great Demon Emperor looked at him, then turned to gaze at the Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor, who was ranked last among the group of emperors.

The Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor couldn't speak, but she nodded eagerly at him.

The Undying Great Demon Emperor furrowed his brows as if hesitating about something.

Seeing this scene, the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox couldn't help but slightly raise his eyebrows, but at this moment, even he couldn't influence the Undying Great Demon Emperor's choice. This emperor wasn't like the lesser-ranked demon emperors. Among the Monster Race, with the Crystal Great Demon Emperor absent, he was truly the first in combat effectiveness. Even when compared to the naturally nourished Tianyang Spirit King from the other side, he was not to be underestimated. Therefore, his opinion was naturally very important.

"I agree with her report. Although, from the bottom of my heart, I do not wish to support her. But for the future of the Ancestral Court, I still choose to support her. As for the reason, I don't want to fabricate one, nor do I want to speak the truth, so I will refrain from saying it."

As soon as these words were said, surprise once again appeared on the faces of the emperors. Or rather, the number of times they had been surprised today was simply too many, so much so that the expressions of the emperors were somewhat numb by now.
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The Undying Great Demon Emperor actually chose to support? Not to mention that the Phoenix and Peacock Clans were arch-enemies, Pretty Girl had just defeated his capable subordinate and caused them serious injury! It was strange enough that the Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor supported her, but the Undying Great Demon Emperor had also chosen to support? One must know that he also had another identity—that of the co-ruler of the Phoenix Demon Clan.

The Dragon and Phoenix Clans were undoubtedly the most powerful races within the Monster Race, and although sparse in number, their status had never been affected.

The patriarch of the Dragon Clan at present was the Crystal Great Demon Emperor. But he was a variant and had no offspring, thus no direct descendants or relatives. However, the Undying Great Demon Emperor was different. As the patriarch of the Undying Fire Phoenix lineage and the co-ruler of the Phoenix Demon Clan, his status and influence within that clan were absolutely unrivaled. Therefore, even the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox, who was in charge of the Ancestral Court, had to give way to him.

At this time, even the Great Demon Emperor Heavenly Fox wanted to ask why the Undying Great Demon Emperor would choose to support Pretty Girl. It was strange enough that the Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor supported her, so why would he support her as well? This was totally incomprehensible.

...

Within the huge crimson sanctuary, a man whose body shimmered with crystal light stood with his hands respectfully by his sides, facing a man enveloped in a fierce golden-red halo sitting in the principal seat.

"Uncle Ancestor. After much deliberation, I have decided to report a matter to you."

"Xi Mo, you are now an emperor and should behave like one. Although I am your uncle ancestor by seniority, we hold the same status within the Ancestral Court. You don't need to report anything to me, do you?" the Undying Great Demon Emperor looked at the Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor down below and spoke with some confusion.

Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor Lin Ximo respectfully said, "No matter when, you will always be the true co-ruler of our Phoenix lineage, and I am your descendant no matter how far I go. Without you, I wouldn't have been able to become an emperor."

The Undying Great Demon Emperor waved his hand and said, "Let's dispense with such formalities. In fact, I didn't have much faith in you at first. It was you who seized the opportunity and gained the recognition of the Crystal Princess. It was only after you passed the Crystal Trial that you were able to become an emperor. However, your foundation is weak, and if you want to go further in the future, to raise the Emperor Sky Pillar higher, you will have to put in more effort."

"Yes," Lin Ximo bowed deeply in respect.

Although he was now an emperor as well, compared to the Undying Great Demon Emperor, who was also an emperor, he was well aware of the vast gap between them.

"Tell me, what is it that has made you so nervous?"

"It's a private matter, Uncle Ancestor. I only recently discovered that I have a daughter," Lin Ximo said with a wry smile.

"A daughter? Where did you get a daughter from? That's good news! As an emperor with an offspring, you should certainly nurture her well. What? Do you want to send her here?"

Lin Ximo shook his head and said, "You have probably seen my daughter before. To speak of it, it's really quite a complicated story. She's the young girl from the Peacock Demon Clan who recently won the Ancestral Court's elite competition."

"What?"

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