Dashing Student Chapter 1421: The Demon Clan’s Ordeal

The Divine Calculator found it perplexing that Chen Nan and the demon tribe woman didn't make an immediate escape, but instead ventured elsewhere. He soon grasped the underlying reason.

Chen Nan shook his head, stating, "It's futile; I've already attempted it."

"We went to the city gates, but found them impenetrable, and the entire city is enveloped by a barrier, making any egress impossible!"

The Divine Calculator's fist clenched suddenly. "Damn it, this is a trap, and we've willingly walked into it!"

The demon tribe woman appeared distraught, letting out a sigh. "Isn't this precisely our predicament, we demons too?"

"Speaking of which, what exactly transpired with your demon tribe?"

The demon tribe woman cast a glance at Chen Nan. Noticing his slight nod, she finally divulged the entire sequence of events. Through her account, the Divine Calculator came to understand the full story.

The demon tribe had, in truth, made thorough preparations initially. Their flying boat was furnished with a formidable forbidden array, designed to withstand the gale-force winds and biting cold. Despite the challenging journey, the demon tribe successfully navigated their way to the depths of the Heavenly Cutting Abyss.

They were utterly astounded upon beholding Fengdu City, completely oblivious to the existence of such a settlement, a human city, nestled beneath the Heavenly Cutting Abyss.

With utmost caution, the demon tribe proceeded to enter Fengdu City, where they received a welcoming reception, much like Chen Nan and the Divine Calculator. For reasons unknown, the inhabitants of Fengdu City seemed to develop an affinity for the demons.

The Ghost Clan allocated a portion of the city for the demons, assiduously forging bonds of friendship. The demon tribe, having let down their guard, perceived the Ghost Clan as mere mortals.

Some demons even partook in consuming a few ghosts, but given that ghosts are not corporeal beings, the demons' interest waned after a single taste.

The demon tribe gradually found themselves captivated by the allure of Fengdu City, with many regarding it as an idyllic haven, a sanctuary beyond the ordinary world!

Nevertheless, their physical vitality began to dwindle, a decline that could not be concealed. Upon investigation by a Demon King, it was discovered that the Ghost Clan was systematically draining their essence energy.

Once their subterfuge was revealed, the Ghost Clan abandoned all pretense, transforming into malevolent specters. This transformation included those of the Ghost King caliber, whose power was comparable to that of the Demon Kings!

The formidable Great Saint Ao Hao of the demon tribe, though the most powerful among them, was still recovering from severe injuries sustained during the prior battle at Dragon Fall Island and was incapable of action. Meanwhile, the Ghost Kings of the Ghost Clan proved to be terrifyingly ferocious.

Compounding their disadvantage, the demon tribe lacked the ambient spiritual energy of nature necessary for their recovery within this realm. Conversely, the Ghost Clan could endlessly draw upon the pervasive yin energy, appearing virtually invincible.

Consequently, it wasn't long before the entire demon tribe was apprehended and imprisoned, reduced to mere vessels for the Ghost Clan to siphon their essence energy.

The demon tribe girl evaded capture because she had managed to conceal herself, shielded by a restriction placed upon her by Great Saint Ao Hao, which masked her presence and allowed her to survive until the present moment.

As time wore on, however, the demon tribe girl lacked the strength to liberate her kin or escape the city. The protective restriction on her began to fade, ultimately leading to Chen Nan's discovery of her.

"Haha, when the demon tribe once treated humans as sustenance, they certainly never fathomed that they would one day find themselves ensnared by the Ghost Clan in precisely the same manner!"

After absorbing the tragic tale of the demon tribe, the Divine Calculator, for reasons inexplicable, felt a flicker of schadenfreude and uttered these words.

The demon tribe woman directed a furious glare at the Divine Calculator. "We must cooperate now. Aid me in their rescue, and together we shall confront the Ghost Clan. Otherwise, none of us will see freedom again!"

The Divine Calculator offered a slight smile, shrugging his shoulders. "Are you not requesting our assistance?"

"You!" The demon tribe woman trembled with rage.

"Brother Dao, perhaps it would be prudent to speak less. Sensen is correct; our respective clans must unite at this juncture," Chen Nan interjected, his voice tinged with helplessness. "Sensen, pay him no mind."

"Sensen?" The Divine Calculator's expression shifted, becoming rather peculiar. "Addressing her so intimately, have you already..."

Chen Nan felt an overpowering urge to strike the Divine Calculator's insolent mouth, his thoughts racing: Is this truly how I am perceived?

The demon tribe woman, equally incensed, declared loudly, "My name is Yuan Sensen!"

"Yuan... Sensen?" The Divine Calculator's look grew even stranger. "You hail from the Ape Clan? Junior Brother, did you neglect to inform her of our prior activities?"

Chen Nan shook his head. He and the Divine Calculator had previously collaborated to acquire corpses from the Ape Clan, dividing the spoils according to their needs. How could he possibly articulate this situation?

Could he possibly tell Yuan Sensen that they had dissected her distant relatives to extract demon cores, which were then refined into Demon Spirit Pills?

Such words were utterly impossible to utter.

Upon realizing that Yuan Sensen was indeed a member of the Ape Clan, Chen Nan was momentarily astonished, never having anticipated such a bizarre coincidence.

With a profound gaze, the Divine Calculator looked towards Yuan Sensen and let out a sigh. "Little girl, why don’t you berate both of us? It’s rather awkward to just pretend like this."

Sensen was utterly bewildered. She had never encountered anyone who actively sought out a scolding. Could this be some peculiar preference?

Chen Nan swiftly shot a glare at the Divine Calculator, interjecting, "Pay no mind to his nonsensical words. We are allies now, and we have no intention of acting against you."

"Oh? Are you concerned the demon tribe might target you once they are released? Fear not, I shall absolutely persuade them against taking any action towards you."

Yuan Sensen patted her chest, her expression filled with resolute determination.

Chen Nan released a sigh. It was precisely in moments like these that confessing their prior actions felt incredibly difficult, lest their fragile alliance shatter instantly.

However, he then considered that among the captured demon tribe members, some might recognize him, which would only amplify the awkwardness. Perhaps a direct confession would be the better course.

After all, during the Dragon Fall Island incident, everyone had acted in their own self-interest; it was not something that could be altered now.

"Sensen, during the battle at Dragon Fall Island, an Ape Clan Demon King from the Nascent Soul Realm perished. Did you know about this?"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Sensen’s demeanor darkened. She lowered her head and mumbled, "I know. He was my clan’s uncle, incredibly kind to me, and would often take me out to play!"

"But I heard that my clan uncle’s remains were taken by the Human Clan, possibly to be crafted into a puppet or a potent elixir!"

"I also heard that humans on the battlefield specifically sought out corpses from my Ape Clan, undoubtedly with malicious intent!"

Chen Nan squeezed his eyes shut. So, they actually knew each other!

"Well, the individuals you are referring to are indeed the two of us."

Sensen stood frozen for a moment, then, after a brief pause, finally grasped the meaning behind Chen Nan’s words.

"Why did you collect the corpses of my Ape Clan? Right, my clan uncle’s remains are still with you, aren’t they? Could you return him to me? I wish for him to rest in peace!"

Chen Nan drew a deep breath and shook his head. "Resting in peace is not an option, but you may have a taste of it."

"Taste... it?" Sensen was utterly taken aback.

Chen Nan promptly produced the valuable Demon Spirit Pill he had been reluctant to use – a pill that had been refined from the very body of an Ape Clan Demon King. The refinement of this pill offered him a chance to achieve the perfect ‘Demon Ape Form!’

But now, a relative of the Ape King had appeared!