Previously on Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World...
Jiang Fan narrowly survived a deadly battle with a newly revived Black Demon Egg, ultimately destroying it with the Seven-Colored Immortal Fire. He gained a Second-Grade Opportunity and a large Source Stone ore vein, which he immediately secured with talismans.
Meanwhile, within the sacred domain of the Celestial Roc Race.
The demise of numerous cultivators belonging to the Celestial Roc Race, alongside Void Refining cultivators from the Ten Thousand Demon Hall, had not gone unnoticed.
After all, the instant these Demon Cultivators met their end, their soul lamps were immediately extinguished.
"What could have transpired? How is it possible that so many Refining Void Ancestors, acting personally, have all perished? What actually occurred?" An Elder of the Celestial Roc Race expressed utter disbelief.
It had been presumed that with such a significant number of Refining Void Ancestors intervening, the matter was completely secure.
Even in the face of danger, it was expected that the lives of most cultivators would be preserved.
Yet, now, not only had the elite of the Celestial Roc Race fallen, but the Refining Void Ancestors from the Ten Thousand Demon Hall were also gone, leaving the Celestial Roc Race in profound shock, as if the very heavens were about to crumble.
"Indeed, the loss of so many Refining Void Ancestors will undoubtedly incite the rage of the Ten Thousand Demon Hall."
"Could our Celestial Roc Race be forced to face the fury of the Ten Thousand Demon Hall?"
Certain Elders within the Celestial Roc Race harbored concerns about this very possibility.
The deaths of those Demon Cultivators were one matter; there was little they could do about that.
The critical issue was that if the demise of those Refining Void Ancestors provoked the Ten Thousand Demon Hall, the Celestial Roc Race might prove incapable of withstanding such terrifying retribution.
It was conceivable that a Refining Void Ancestor might appear and obliterate their entire Celestial Roc Race.
For them, this represented nothing less than a catastrophic disaster.
"Those Refining Void Ancestors personally journeyed to investigate the appearance of a treasure; it holds little direct connection to us."
"No matter how unreasonable the Ten Thousand Demon Hall might be, they shouldn't place blame upon us."
"Frankly, those Refining Void Ancestors appeared formidable, but I never anticipated they would perish so swiftly."
"Their end came far too quickly."
The cultivators of the Celestial Roc Race engaged in discussion, feeling that this was an utterly undeserved calamity.
This was because, not long prior, a peculiar phenomenon had suddenly manifested within the Piaomiao Mountain Range, leading many Refining Void Ancestors to believe a treasure had surfaced. Consequently, they immediately spearheaded a large contingent to investigate.
Unexpectedly, not a single one of these Refining Void Ancestors managed to send back any communication, and instead, they met their demise in that very location.
If the Ten Thousand Demon Hall were to hold them accountable, it would indeed be utterly unreasonable.
However, this ancient power might not adhere to principles of reason.
Despite their affiliation with the Ten Thousand Demon Hall and their shared identity as members of the Demon Race, being indigenous Demon Cultivators of the Void Realm, the other party might not regard them as anything more than provincial folk.
One should not presume that all cultivators of the same race will automatically aid one another.
Even among humans, conflicts arise over interests, let alone between different races.
"Clan Leader, what course of action should we take now?"
"Should we dispatch cultivators to the Piaomiao Mountain Range to ascertain the events that transpired?"
An Elder promptly posed the question.
"Investigate my foot, how many lives do you possess?"
"Even Refining Void Ancestors perished in the Piaomiao Mountain Range, and we are merely at the Divinity Transformation Level."
"If we rashly approach the Piaomiao Mountain Range, it would be nothing short of seeking our own demise."
"Therefore, report this entire matter to the Ten Thousand Demon Hall."
"This situation is no longer within our purview, and we ought to steer clear of it entirely."
The Clan Leader of the Celestial Roc Race declared, his countenance grave.
Since the resurgence of Spiritual Qi within the Void Realm, this world has progressively become more perilous.
It is true that during this period, numerous Secret Realm Worlds and Ancient Cave Mansions have emerged.
However, these locations also harbor immense dangers, as certain ancient demons and ancient monstrous beasts have reawakened.
In terms of the level of danger, it is immeasurably more perilous compared to before.
Now that even Void Refining Cultivators have met their end, cultivators at the Divinity Transformation Level are likely mere fodder.
Thus, under absolutely no circumstances does he wish to remain entangled in this affair.
Treasures may hold great allure, but one must first remain alive to claim them.
This world does not readily bestow every opportunity upon just anyone; once obtained, it might instead precipitate a catastrophic disaster.
"Correct, in addition to our Celestial Roc Race, there are also Refining Void Ancestors from other regions within the Ten Thousand Demon Hall."
"If these other Refining Void Ancestors resolve the situation, then naturally, we will not need to intervene."
"Alas, the Western Continent grows increasingly perilous with each passing day, with monsters continuously emerging. The Western Continent is no longer solely the domain of our Demon Race."
"Isn’t that accurate? Just a short while ago, a cultivator stumbled upon an Ancient Cave Mansion, and from it emerged an ancient monster that consumed the lives of ten cities. If it hadn't been for the Refining Void Ancestors from the Ten Thousand Demon Hall intervening, this single creature could have wiped out all races on the Western Continent."
"I used to believe the Divinity Transformation Level was sufficient to rule, but these days are different. You require at least the Refining Void Level to ensure your own survival in this new age."
"Clan Leader, I believe we must make preparations. If the situation worsens, we might have to flee to prevent our race from being completely annihilated."
"It’s not solely the demons that pose a threat. Those ancient monsters are not that numerous; dealing with them swiftly should prevent major issues. The most significant danger we face continues to be the Demon Beasts that continuously emerge."
"Indeed, during this time, a multitude of beasts have undergone evolution, progressing faster than our Demon Race. In the depths of mountains, forests, and the wild, large numbers of Demon Beasts have surfaced, with rumors of Tier Five and even Tier Six Demon Beasts appearing."
"Impossible! Those mindless beasts can also reach Tier Six? How can they evolve faster than us?"
"There's no alternative. These Demon Beasts have no fear of death. Whenever they seize an opportunity, they'll attempt a breakthrough. Essentially, with a sufficiently large number perishing, some are bound to succeed in their ascension."
