Dashing Student Chapter 1392 1392: The Lingering Might Subdues Demons

"Humans are such pitiful, feeble creatures, vanishing the instant we appear. Truly pathetic."

Jin Ming of the Golden-eyed Thunder Falcon clan observed Chen Nan and the Divine Calculator, who were rapidly retreating ahead. A savage, bloodthirsty grin stretched across his face.

The other three members of the Demon Clan present were also formidable warriors from the Golden-eyed Thunder Falcon clan. Possessing golden wings and human-like features, their irises blazed with a fiery gold hue, akin to molten lava.

Yet, their sharp, avian beaks lent them an undeniably fierce and aggressive mien.

Regarded as a major tribe within the Demon Clan, the Golden-eyed Thunder Falcons boasted a large population. Like many Demon Clan factions, they viewed humans as little more than sustenance, placing themselves on a vastly superior level.

Consequently, witnessing Chen Nan and the Divine Calculator's flight filled them with derision, contemplating a cruel game before their inevitable despairing demise.

"Run, flee as fast as your legs can carry you, or you'll regret it!"

Jin Ming soared high above, his taunting voice echoing, but his smile soon began to falter.

This was because the two humans had abruptly halted their retreat and turned to face them.

"Hmph, do they intend to put up a futile struggle? They truly overestimate their capabilities. Jin Sheng, Jin Tai, Jin Ning, we shall divide these two meals of flesh later!"

The remaining three Golden-eyed Thunder Falcons chuckled gleefully at his pronouncement.

Given that the Demon Clan's influence within the Endless Sea East Domain was less pervasive than that of the Human Clan, they were forced to operate covertly, making the acquisition of a single human meal a lengthy and arduous endeavor.

Therefore, even a pair of prey was a cause for considerable contentment.

"Brother Jin Ming, that corpulent one is yours. So plump, he must be delectable," Jin Ning remarked, pointing at the Divine Calculator with a laugh.

At this declaration, the Divine Calculator instantly became flustered: "Nonsense! This Daoist is not tasty at all."

Chen Nan rolled his eyes, a wave of exasperation washing over him: "Is this truly the opportune moment to debate your culinary merits?"

"Let's stick to the plan. You create a diversion for the three, and I will confront Jin Ming. I'll return to assist you afterward."

He fixed his gaze upon Jin Ming, who hovered high in the sky. Jin Ming's cultivation had reached the Great Perfection of the Golden Core Realm, marking him as a burgeoning prodigy among the Demon Clan. Chen Nan's target was Jin Ming.

The other three Golden-eyed Thunder Falcons possessed cultivations only around the Fifth Layer of the Golden Core Realm. Thus, Chen Nan intended for the Divine Calculator to distract them, for his own benefit.

The Divine Calculator gestured with his hands: "No, no, this Daoist is hardly adept at combat. What if they end up killing me?"

Chen Nan clenched his fists in indignation: "How about you face Jin Ming, then?"

Gazing at Jin Ming's cultivation at the Golden Core Realm Great Perfection, the Divine Calculator vehemently shook his head as if it were a rattle-drum: "Forget it, forget it. This Daoist's cultivation is profound; I should be able to hold them off for a short while. Junior Brother, you absolutely must remember to rescue this Daoist!"

Chen Nan placed no faith in his words. Even if this stout fellow wasn't a genuine Nascent Soul Realm expert, he undoubtedly possessed hidden strengths. He was merely feigning helplessness.

Paying him no heed, Chen Nan ascended directly to confront Jin Ming, pointing accusingly and shouting: "Are you a prodigy of this Demon Clan? Do you dare to engage me in combat?"

Jin Ming heard the challenge and immediately burst into laughter. He meticulously reassessed Chen Nan, confirming his cultivation was merely at the Fifth Layer of the Golden Core Realm. He marveled at the sheer audacity that would compel such a challenge.

"Hehe, it appears you possess considerable bravery! In that case, I shall simply beat you to death, blow by blow!"

With a wave of his hand, three of his kin surged towards the Divine Calculator.

At this precise moment, the Divine Calculator feigned panic, but swiftly released the aura of the Nascent Soul Realm. His eyes turned frigid, and his Daoist robe billowed dramatically.

"If you wish to live, watch this Daoist obediently!"

Undeniably, the Divine Calculator now exuded the presence of a Nascent Soul True Man; such an aura could not be fabricated.

The three Golden-eyed Thunder Falcons hurtling towards him were so utterly astonished that their pupils quivered. They abruptly halted their advance, gazing forward with palpable uncertainty, hesitant to approach any further. Verily, the spectacle was terrifying; the plump figure had transformed into a Nascent Soul True Man, an almost nightmarish apparition.

Even Jin Ming experienced a moment of profound bewilderment. Subsequently, his confident demeanor began to fracture, and beads of cold sweat materialized on his brow. What he had anticipated as a straightforward elimination of two solitary human cultivators had unexpectedly become a clash against an unyielding force.

"Uh... is it too late for us to depart now?"

Chen Nan cast a backward glance at the Divine Calculator, exchanging a subtle signal. He understood acutely that any attempt to retreat now would betray their pretense and signify their inferiority.

In any case, whether deliberately or by chance, the Divine Calculator immediately concurred: "Very well, you are permitted to depart. As this Daoist seeks not to spill blood, consider yourselves fortunate."

Despite projecting an air of confidence, Jin Ming began to harbor doubts.

Were they truly going to let them go so easily?

Nevertheless, he cupped his hands in gratitude and stated: "Thank you, senior. We shall depart without delay!"

The four members of the Demon Clan departed without a backward glance. The Divine Calculator, radiating smugness, flashed a knowing wink at Chen Nan: "What do you think? Didn't this Daoist handle them impressively? We sent them packing without even breaking a sweat!"

Chen Nan raised his palm in a dismissive gesture: "Keep your distance; I fear your foolishness may be contagious."

Without further explanation, he simply turned and resumed his hasty retreat. That idiotic Divine Calculator had revealed everything, and it wouldn't take long for those four Demons to realize it.

"Hey, junior brother, wait for me! Shouldn't we be hurrying to catch up? Why are we still running?" The Divine Calculator scrambled to follow him.

From a considerable distance, Jin Ming, while in full flight, knitted his brows in deep thought. He turned to his companions: "If you encountered two isolated members of the Demon Clan possessing absolute power, would you simply let them go?"

Jin Sheng let out a chuckle: "Boss, how could that be possible? Even if we held no prior grudges, we wouldn't allow them to simply leave."

"Precisely, so why did they let us go? Unless..." A sudden spark of realization flashed in Jin Ming's eyes: "Unless they are strong on the outside but hollow within!"

Jin Tai looked utterly astonished: "Boss, are you suggesting those two humans were merely bluffing us? Yet, that Nascent Soul aura felt undeniably genuine."

"Humans are fond of such deceptive tactics. Let us return!"

A primal sense of being manipulated ignited Jin Ming's fury, compelling him to turn back without a second thought. The remaining three Great Demons expressed some hesitation.

"What if that plump fellow truly possesses Nascent Soul cultivation?"

Jin Ming let out a cold snort: "If that is the case, we shall retreat. There's no harm in investigating!"

The other three dared not defy him, reluctantly falling into step behind him.

As they moved, the Divine Calculator continued to extol his own valorous deeds behind Chen Nan, as if he alone possessed the might to repel legions of Demon soldiers.

However, Chen Nan's expression abruptly shifted.

"They are approaching!"

The Divine Calculator, utterly bewildered, swiveled his head around. He observed the four Great Demons, with Jin Ming at their forefront, closing in from afar. They neither advanced nor retreated, maintaining a steady distance.

Panic seized him instantly: "Oh no, we've been exposed!"