chsdbacks Chapter 656: Returning to the Ancestral Court
Chapter 656: Returning to the Ancestral Court
Chapter 656: Returning to the Ancestral Court
"To the Ancestral Court? What for?"
Tang San explained, "To make preparations for your upcoming report. To succeed in the evaluation, you'll need the approval of at least half of the Demon Emperors. There are nine Demon Emperors in the Ancestral Court. Leaving aside those who are undecided, we need at least three Demon Emperors to firmly support you for a chance at success. This isn't even about your abilities, more like... their attitude toward you and the benefits you can bring them."
"Which Demon Emperors are you planning to win over? The Sword Saint Demon Emperor? The White Tiger Demon Emperor?"
Tang San nodded. "Yes, we definitely need their support, and we'll visit them first. I'm still thinking about the others."
"What about the Celestial Fox Demon Emperor?"
Tang San shook his head immediately. "The Celestial Fox Demon Emperor is not an option."
Mei Gongzi was taken aback. "The Celestial Fox clan and the Peacock Demon clan have had a decent relationship. They've even been somewhat supportive of us before, and there’s that old saying about the Celestial Fox controlling destiny and the Peacock peering into the secrets of heaven. We should collaborate, no?"
Tang San glanced at her, hesitated, then said, "Honestly, I don't want you to be exposed to too much of the darker side of this world, but now that you're the leader of your clan and the lord of a main city, there are things you need to understand. Do you think the Tenebrous Demon Emperor hunted us down after we left the Ancestral Court just because of what happened to Meng Dede?"
Mei Gongzi's eyes narrowed. "That’s not the reason? Then... Wait, you don’t mean..."
Tang San nodded slightly. "Without the Celestial Fox Demon Emperor's orders, the Tenebrous Demon Emperor, being one of the top Demon Emperors, wouldn't have hunted us down even if we crippled ten Meng Dedes. After all, it's not like he is the Crystal Phoenix Demon Emperor, unable to produce viable successors."
Tang San said gently, "Don't worry. Besides researching the teleportation array, I've been running through all possible scenarios. I've mostly got things figured out now. While there are still uncertainties, I believe we're well-prepared overall. No matter what, I'll keep you safe. I won't let you take any unnecessary risks."
His confidence came from his strength, but when he first arrived in this plane, what strength did he have? Back then, he was nothing but a fragile newborn, so weak that even the pig demon who took care of him could have easily killed him. He also worried about whether he would find his reincarnated wife in this world and whether she would grow up healthy and safe.
Later, when he finally saw Mei Gongzi, half of his worries were eased. As long as he had found her, the rest was just a matter of effort. With his growing strength, the feeling of control gradually returned. In his previous life, he was a control-type battle spirit master, and he strived to control not only the battlefield but everything he could.
On their way back from the Ancestral Court, even when faced with the pursuit of the Tenebrous Demon Emperor, everything was under Tang San's control. He had prepared thoroughly; while there were some risks, the probability of facing mortal danger was low. Mei Gongzi's tribulation was the same—though it was harrowing, it passed without serious incident. Now, the most challenging task for Tang San would be his own tribulation. If he could successfully overcome it, he would truly have the ability to compete with the top-tier powerhouses of the demon and nymph races.
Completely changing the structure of this world would not be an easy task, as this plane was far too powerful. Even if he regained his God King status in the future, he couldn't alter a plane at will without risking its destruction. However, once he grew strong enough, there would no longer be anything in this plane that could threaten him. At that point, it would be his time to truly shine, and everything would naturally align with his will.
Mei Gongzi's inheritance of the position as city lord of Kali City was just the beginning; her foundation was still unstable. Tang San's next step was to help her solidify that foundation, ensuring they had enough time and space to grow stronger.
Listening to his gentle words, the blush on Mei Gongzi's delicate face faded slightly. She lowered her head a little, resting it against his chest, and whispered, "Thank you. With you by my side, I'm not afraid of anything."
Tang San pulled her into his arms, gently stroking her hair. "I should be the one saying that. As long as you're by my side, nothing is a problem. We will overcome every obstacle."
With the Aetherhorn Merchant Association as their backing, acquiring the necessary materials was no trouble at all. Mei Gongzi quickly delivered everything Tang San needed to build the teleportation array, and Tang San began constructing this unprecedented array, the likes of which the Daemon Continent had never seen.
The base for the teleportation array wasn't near the Golden Tree. Although the Golden Tree continuously emitted a rich life aura, its fluctuations were not constant, and they could potentially impact the teleportation array's stability.
Thus, Tang San chose to establish the array inside a cave.