Dashing Student Chapter 1404 1404: Identity Exposed

Jiang Wuyue summoned forth the Treasure Tower, its presence a stark contrast as he faced Ao Hao. Blood still seeped from the wound on his chest, the relentless erosion of the Power of Laws inflicting unceasing torment. Yet, retreat was an unthinkable option at this critical juncture.

The betrayal by Master Canglan had already dealt a grievous blow to the Righteous Alliance's vitality. Should this devastating news spread, it would undoubtedly shatter the resolve of countless cultivators within their ranks.

Consider this: Master Canglan was the Great Elder of the Righteous Alliance, second only to the Alliance Hierarch, a figure of immense authority. If even he succumbed to treachery, who among the rest could be trusted?

The Righteous Alliance would crumble from within, its morale evaporating like mist. If they failed to seize this opportune moment to completely annihilate the grave threat posed by the Demon Clan today, then when the demons inevitably resurface, the Righteous Alliance would undoubtedly be their primary target.

Thus, despite the burning hatred Jiang Wuyue harbored for Master Canglan and Tu Wanshan, he was compelled to persevere. The war against the Demon Clan was far from over!

Tu Wanshan offered a silent nod. Setting aside all other considerations, Jiang Wuyue's sheer sense of responsibility alone commanded his profound admiration.

However, this conflict was not solely about confronting the Demon Clan; it also marked the Demon Sect's decisive move to overpower the Righteous Alliance. Master Canglan's betrayal was merely the prelude.

The events unfolding in the heavens drew little wider attention, as the intense battles between cultivators at the peak of the Nascent Soul Realm ensured they maintained a considerable distance from one another.

Chen Nan remained blissfully ignorant, completely unaware that Master Canglan, the very person he harbored concerns for, had already sworn allegiance to the Demon Sect and was presently engaged with the Demon Clan.

The adversaries he strategically chose were also distinct: they were all Great Demons belonging to the Ape Clan. Upon striking down a Great Demon, its remains were immediately assimilated into his Blood Gourd.

The mere thought of these Demon Spirit Pills, crafted from the essence of Ape Clan Great Demons, significantly accelerating his Demon Ape Form sent a thrill of anticipation through him.

At that precise moment, a corpse belonging to a Nascent Soul Realm demon from the Ape Clan plummeted from the sky, catching his eye.

Chen Nan's eyes instantly gleamed with fierce intent: "I absolutely must obtain this corpse!"

Observing the dense throng of demons and human cultivators obstructing his path forward, he gritted his teeth and unleashed the Sword Intent he had meticulously cultivated for less than a fortnight, fully integrating it into Sword Chenyuan.

"Make way!"

With a single, decisive slash, the astonishing Sword Intent manifested as a crescent-shaped blade of light, sweeping outwards. Demons caught in its path and unable to evade in time were instantly rent asunder upon contact.

The potent Sword Qi compelled both human and demon cultivators to scatter, forcefully cleaving a passage through the swirling vortex of battle.

Chen Nan, treading upon the Seven Stars constellation, suddenly transformed into a streak of lightning, swiftly pursuing the sword light. He finally broke through the chaotic battlefield, arriving before the fallen Demon King of the Ape Clan.

"I can scarcely fathom the extent to which the Demon Ape Form could be enhanced upon refining a Nascent Soul Realm Demon King into a Demon Spirit Pill."

His heart swelled with elation. Patting the Blood Gourd at his waist, a surge of Mana emanated outwards, drawing the Demon King's corpse towards him.

However, the process of transforming it into a Demon Spirit Pill, even with the aid of the Blood Gourd, would prove to be a lengthy undertaking.

Chen Nan, feeling a sense of satisfaction, prepared to search for additional Ape Clan corpses to refine more Demon Spirit Pills, completely oblivious to the fact that a pair of eyes had already locked onto him.

"Insolent whelp, prepare to meet your demise!"

A furious roar, akin to thunder, commanded the attention of numerous demons and human cultivators. Looking upwards, they beheld the visage of an enraged Master Canglan.

At this moment, the Power of Laws coalesced into a serpentine form of water, entwining around him like a potent True Dragon, bestowing upon him the semblance of a descending deity.

He raised his hand and brought it down with force, the thunderous roar of the Power of Laws deafening. It launched itself ferociously towards Chen Nan below, its bloodthirsty maw gaping wide.

Chen Nan's heart lurched in alarm, realizing with a jolt that he had gravely underestimated the perilous situation while fixated on the Demon King's corpse, thereby neglecting the imminent threat from Master Canglan.

He desperately wished to flee, but in the face of a peak Nascent Soul Realm cultivator, he was akin to an insignificant ant. The very space around him was sealed, leaving absolutely no avenue for escape.

"There's no other option. I must fight!"

Chen Nan's Divine Sense subtly guided the blade tip that resided within his Golden Core. Only this blade tip possessed the potential to tear through the void, facilitating his escape.

Yet, before he could even summon the blade tip, two figures abruptly materialized before him, deftly manipulating their own manifestations of the Power of Laws to engage fiercely with the descending Water Law.

Rumble!

Cascading water droplets poured down, creating the illusion of a relentless downpour upon Dragon Fall Island. The immense residual force of the clash struck Chen Nan with brutal impact, forcing him to retch blood and sending him hurtling backward.

Even the lingering shockwaves from a battle between cultivators of the Nascent Soul Realm were beyond his capacity to endure.

"Black and White Impermanence, do you presume to obstruct me? I am now a sworn member of the Demon Sect!"

Master Canglan, suspended high in the sky, bellowed furiously at the figures barring his path. His declaration sent ripples of astonishment through the assembled cultivators of the Righteous Alliance.

Disbelief washed over them; how could the esteemed Great Elder of the Righteous Alliance possibly have aligned himself with the Demon Sect?

A wave of profound unease spread through the ranks. If even their highest-ranking elder could harbor such treachery, what convictions remained steadfast?

Many began to question the very purpose and validity of their ongoing struggle.

A cold snort escaped Zhao Qingxuan as he muttered, "Traitor! Once I reach the Nascent Soul stage, I shall personally end you!"

Hua Nongying’s gaze remained fixed upon Master Canglan’s form in the heavens, her shock rendering her momentarily immobile.

Master Canglan's defiant shout had completely shattered any remaining pretense of honor. Locked in a fierce confrontation with Ao Hao, Jiang Wuyue’s rage boiled over, causing him to cough up a substantial amount of blood.

"Hahaha, Jiang Wuyue, it seems your reckoning has arrived. The heavens themselves decree that my Demon Clan shall not perish!" Ao Hao’s triumphant laughter echoed like thunder.

Gritting his teeth, Jiang Wuyue unhesitatingly summoned forth the Treasure Tower. The artifact rapidly expanded, its myriad layers adorned with intricate golden runes, eventually transforming into a behemoth resembling a miniature mountain, which he then hurled down to crush Ao Hao.

"You cannot hope to prevail! Today marks the definitive downfall of your Demon Clan!"

Within his own body, Chen Nan felt his Qi and blood churning violently before finally stabilizing. He lifted his head, directing a gaze filled with potent animosity towards Master Canglan: "You old cur, Canglan!"

Black and White Impermanence, the two solemn elders, also bore signs of strain. Their cultivation, while considerable, was outmatched by Master Canglan’s superior realm, and their combined effort to deflect a single blow had left them wounded.

The title of Great Elder of the Righteous Alliance was a testament to his formidable power, not mere empty words.

Master Canglan continued his loud pronouncements: "You two are revered elders of the Demon Sect, and I, too, have pledged allegiance to the Demon Sect. Is it not righteous to eliminate Jue Mingzi, a veritable prodigy of the Righteous Alliance?"

Black Impermanence, with a slight shake of his head, responded, "We hold no formal position as elders within the Demon Sect. Our sole directive is to carry out the commands of the Holy Daughter."

At that precise moment, Tu Susu had already alighted beside Chen Nan. She quickly administered potent Elixir Pills to him before turning her attention, sharp and defiant, towards Master Canglan.

"Dare to harm him, and you shall surely meet your end!"

Observing this exchange, Master Canglan finally grasped the unfolding situation. He comprehended why the Demon Sect was extending aid to Chen Nan, rather than supporting his own disciples.

It became clear that Chen Nan had, at some earlier point, forged a connection with the Saintess of the Demon Sect, possessing connections of far greater influence.

"So that is how it is, so that is how it is!"

"Jue Mingzi, your hidden depths are truly remarkable!"

Chen Nan met Master Canglan’s penetrating gaze without a trace of fear: "The same applies to you; your capabilities are not insignificant either."