Thousands of miles in the sky, the wind is as sharp as a knife. Three ice boats travel in the sky, breaking the sound barrier quickly.
Beside the ice boat, the four of Ye Ling raised the altar and drank heavily, envying the other Eight Peaks disciples. Zuiyun Brewing was made from precious materials and was rare. Even if they spent a lot of money to beg and buy it, it would be difficult for them to obtain it. However, they felt depressed watching Ye Ling and others drink it.
Xu Mochen asked, but Ye Ling couldn't answer. The things obtained from the Demon Saint's tomb are only spiritual stones, Taoist tools, elixirs, and immortal treasures. The most valuable ones are the two earth-level Taoist tools, the Water and Fire Universe Fan and the Wind and Rain Horned Dragon Stick, and nothing else.
The sect family has a profound background and will definitely not issue a wanted order just because of these things. But if there were other reasons, Ye Ling really didn't know.
However, Ye Ling was open-minded and said with a soft smile: "As you said, what I have experienced has already led to my death several times. So what if I am wanted? My life is mine and I will never be controlled by others!"
"It's so bright!"
The four of them raised the altar and drank a large sip, and then Wu Qing asked: "I still don't know what the devil's cave is. Where are we going this time?"
Bai Wuyu explained: "Five directions and five regions, the barbaric southern region, and the polar regions of the northern region, are our demon tribe's home, but there are very few human races. The fairyland in the east and the Buddhist kingdom in the west are home to hundreds of schools of Confucianism. It is the residence of the human race. But in this northwest land, there are demon races, so it is called the Beihai Demon Abyss."
"The demons are neither humans nor demons, neither immortals nor ghosts. There are many people with advanced cultivation among them. It's just that the skills practiced by the demons often kill people and thirst for blood, so we, the human and demon tribes, regard them as mortal enemies."
"In ancient times, the war between the three tribes affected the entire continent. The demons invaded in large numbers, and the war continued in the Eastern Region. Although they were finally repulsed, the Demon God left many demon caves in the Eastern Region."
"The Demon Cave is mysterious and unpredictable. Even the great sage of the demon clan and the Dao Lord of the human race can hardly destroy it. Although the Demon Cave has existed forever, there has been no change, so no one takes it to heart."
"Just hundreds of thousands of years ago, the demon caves on the land of the Eastern Region suddenly changed. Countless demon clans were born, and the human race was once again drawn into the flames of war. In this battle, the human race paid a heavy price. Fortunately, Confucius, the sage of Confucianism, , Taoist Taoist founder Lao Tzu, and Buddhist Buddha Tathagata were born one after another, and only then did the trouble in the devil's cave come under control again."
"Although the Demon Cave was sealed, countless demonic techniques leaked out from the Demonic Cave. Greedy people practiced them and obtained them. They actually succeeded in the demonic arts and immediately founded the demonic sect, causing harm to the world."
"Since that time, the demons in the Demon Cave have been sealed by the ancestors of the three religions and are not allowed to go out. Whenever the number of demons in the Demon Cave increases sharply, the major dynasties will summon the children of sects and aristocratic families to enter the Demon Cave to hunt the demons. This will That’s the reason for our trip.”
After listening to Bai Wuyu's story, Ye Ling and Wu Qing finally understood the whole story.
However, when Ye Ling mentioned the demons, he thought of the blood-colored stone palace and the mysterious black shadow he encountered in the Baimang Forest, which were the actions of the demons. But I don’t know where the black shadow is now.
Xu Mochen said: "There are allusions and legends in Buddhism about the demon clan. It is said that before the World Honored One attained enlightenment and ascended, the Demon God once met the World Honored One. The Demon God said: 'After you leave, our clan will be prosperous!' At that time, our clan regarded the Demon Cave as a demon seed and planted it into the land of your human race; now, our clan uses Kung Fu as a demon seed and planted it into the hearts of your human race. It will not go away, follow you like a shadow, and will eventually be swallowed up by the devil!'"
"The World-Honored One heard this and said: 'Buddhist disciples, by liberating people's hearts, will never let the devil run rampant.' Therefore, Buddhism and the devil are incompatible, and Buddhist practices are also the best at restraining the devil."
Wu Qing said: "In this case, the devil has defeated the World Honored Tathagata."
"Oh?" Ye Ling asked, "Why does the third brother say that?"
"Xiao Bai just said that the demon clan's skills have been spread throughout the world, and there are many demon sects. The demon clan's goal has been achieved, but the World Honored One is unable to stop it. Doesn't this mean that the World Honored One has been defeated this time?"
Xuguchen chuckled when he heard the words: "Who doesn't have demons in their hearts? Even if there are no demons in this world, countless people will fall into the devil's way. Perhaps the reason why the World Honored Tathagata is able to attain enlightenment is because he wants to clear people's hearts. Demon, this great ambition!"
"Promise!"
Ye Ling was silent. After entering the Huiling Realm, he fell into confusion, perhaps because he had not chosen his own path.
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The ice boat flew for a whole day and night before slowly slowing down, falling from the clouds, and descending towards the ground.
Looking up into the distance, you can see a majestic city, standing among the mountains, as if there is blood mist filling the air, and the eyes are full of red.
Bai Wuyu pointed to the city and said: "We are here, this is the Demon City where the Demon Cave is!"
The ice boat landed, and everyone flew down, looking around and taking in the grand view: "
The flat sand is dim and the ancient city is majestic. Looking at the Qiongxiao, it is red.
Purgatory is vast and murderous, and the sun is dark and gloomy.
The strong energy of the past is piled on the wall, and the past is full of hatred and fairy wind.
Look carefully at the devil's palace and become disillusioned, and you will not know the evil origins in your heart. "
The Magic City was spread hundreds of thousands of years ago and is extremely ancient. The city walls are covered with battle scars, seeming to tell the story of the tragic scenes of that time.
Ye Ling frowned slightly when he was in the midst of it. There was a blood-filled atmosphere here, which was no different from what he saw in the Baimang Forest and the Blood-colored Stone Palace. If an ordinary person comes here, his mind will be confused and his body will explode and die.
Even if you are a monk, if you stay here for a long time, you will definitely be contaminated with murderous intentions, your mind will be damaged, and it will be difficult to recover.
Xu Mochen looked up at the Demonic City and said: "Although hundreds of thousands of years have passed, this place is still filled with blood mist, which lingers all year round. The evil spirit is lingering and difficult to eliminate. You and Wu Qing are not high in cultivation, so you still need to keep your Taoist heart. , proceed with caution!”
Hearing this, Ye Ling smiled and said: "The third brother has a pure heart. Even if he is filled with demonic energy, it is difficult to move his mind. As for me, the heart of the sword can kill demons!"
Xu Mochen said nothing more and stepped away. His footwork was strange, he shrunk to an inch, and disappeared into the magic city in a few steps without a trace.
After a while, a voice came: "If we are destined, we will meet again in the devil's cave. Just wait and take care of yourself!"
Bai Wuyu shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Senior Brother Lonely Chen has always been a loner and doesn't interact with others. He is the only one with us."
In mid-air, Gu Ningyuan waved his robe sleeves, and the three ice boats turned into paths again and disappeared. Then he asked everyone in the Tianzong: "The Demon Cave will be open for six months, and the disciples of the sect will also go to hunt the demons on their own, and take their left ear, For magic beads, go to the Lingshi Que in the city to exchange for Lingshi and other rewards."
After saying this, Gu Ning rode the clouds far away and headed towards the Demon City.
Bai Wuyu explained to Ye Ling and Wu Qing: "This is a reward set by the dynasty and the sects of various aristocratic families to encourage monks to kill more demons. It is an ear-picking skill. In addition, the demons will produce magic beads. Beads have the effect of enhancing spiritual consciousness, but the evil spirit needs to be refined first, otherwise it will confuse the mind."
"The magic beads can be used to practice on your own, or you can exchange them for rewards at the Lingshi Palace. Let's go to the city first and find a place to stay."
So, the three of them followed the crowd and headed towards the Demon City.
There are many houses and pavilions in the city, many of which have residences, all of which are run by casual cultivators and rented out.
Loose cultivators do not have the protection of a sect and have to fight for all kinds of resources. Therefore, coming to this demon city to hunt demons is a feasible way.
There are even people who live here all year round, occupying many houses, providing shelter for the monks who come here to hunt demons, and increasing their spiritual stone income.
Ye Ling and the other three were walking in the city, but the people they saw coming and going were all monks. Ordinary mortals can hardly resist the bloody evil spirit of the Demon City, so they cannot get close.
In addition to the Wentian Sect, there were people from other sects who were also fighting in the city. However, because of the demon-slaying order, they did not dare to take action easily. They had to wait until they entered the demon cave to end it.
Passing by a restaurant, you can smell the refreshing fragrance of the food, which makes you stop in your tracks.
Although monks are nourished by the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, they can abstain from food for a long time, but after all, it is difficult for people to resist the way of nature, and they rarely give up their desire for words, so this food business is extremely popular.
Wu Qing stared straight at the window lattice of the dining hall, swallowing her saliva secretly and said: "Since I left Yunlan Town, I have never been to a restaurant. Otherwise, if I take this opportunity to go in and have a big meal, I will not be treated badly." belly."
Bai Wuyu shook his head gently: "The food in this food palace is all immortal treasures from heaven and earth, and the meat of exotic animals. Although it is delicious and beneficial to practice, the price is even more heart-wrenching. Any dish costs just one piece." Low-grade spiritual stones are even more expensive, and with our current wealth, I’m afraid we won’t be able to afford them!”
When Ye Ling saw Wu Qing's eyes wide open, he said, "It's okay. I'll treat you to today's meal. I'll take care of the spirit stones, so just go ahead and eat!"
In Ye Ling's jade ring, there are still thousands of spiritual stones obtained from the tomb of the Demon Saint, but they are just a drop in the bucket.
Now Ye Ling can also understand the mentality of rich people. No matter the price, it only matters whether they are in good or bad mood.
Upon hearing this, Wu Qing happily pulled Ye Ling and ran upstairs. General Bai Wuyu followed him suspiciously.
The three of them found a place by the window on the second floor and sat down. When they raised their eyes, they could see the market scene, which was quite transparent.
Around the dining tables, there were some monks and Taoists sitting there, many of whom were of prominent wealth and advanced cultivation, which attracted the attention of others.
Wu Qing took the menu, didn't ask about the price, just pointed. The waiter looked at it with a smile on his face, and Bai Wuyu's heart skipped a beat.
