Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World Chapter 1240 - 571: Obtaining the Immortal Artifact Flag of Equality Fragment, a Huge Harvest
Previously on Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World...
Within the vast domain of the Wanhu Demon Kingdom, the city known as Immortal Fox City stood.
Inside a palace of exceptional splendor and grandeur.
A regal Nine-tailed Immortal Fox occupied the throne, her presence unmatched.
Tall and elegantly proportioned, she possessed a strength that belied the fragility of ordinary women. Her straight, beautiful shoulders created a perfect symmetry that emphasized the slenderness of her waist, a figure both easy to embrace and exquisitely curved.
Every aspect of her exuded the alluring tension of a mature woman.
Her arms were long and fair, her skin as smooth as polished jade. A single, ornate red-gold bracelet graced her wrist, emitting a delicate, pleasant chime with her slightest motion.
Her legs were long and shapely, with full, firm thighs and calves that flowed in perfect proportion. When she rose onto her tiptoes, her ankles seemed so delicate, like fragile glass, yet they radiated a sophisticated, mature aura unique to her lineage.
Her posture was as erect as a pine, yet held the characteristic languor of the fox race. Subtle shifts in her balance only amplified her captivating silhouette, each movement appearing to unintentionally emanate an irresistible charm.
Cascading behind her were nine magnificent tails, their fur the purest snow-white, tipped with gold. These tails were dense and soft, resembling the finest cloud brocade.
When unfurled, the nine tails spread like a peacock's display, seemingly capable of engulfing the sky, radiating an immense demonic power. When drawn in, they rested gracefully at her sides, their tips occasionally brushing the ground, leaving faint trails of light that spoke of the fox race’s nobility while adding a playful touch.
A subtle, cold fragrance enveloped her, reminiscent of plum blossoms after a snowfall or ancient sandalwood, a scent both clear and intoxicating, alluring and deadly. Her bearing was one of relaxed regality, her gaze casually commanding, as if the entire world rested within her effortless grasp.
Occasionally, as she lifted her eyes, a piercing crimson glint would flash within her amber-gold irises. The gentle sway of her nine tails created air currents that seemed imbued with an enchanting potency, inspiring both awe and a dangerous sense of submission.
She was the Nine-tailed Immortal Fox—Yue Xiumu.
And moreover, the sovereign ruler of the Wanhu Demon Kingdom.
"Your Majesty, a report."
"The city of Moon-devouring has been annihilated by demons, with no demon cultivator left alive."
"However, the Moon-Swallowing Demon Cave has been obliterated by a human cultivator."
At this juncture, numerous Elders of the Immortal Fox Race came forth to present accounts of the unfolding events across the Wanhu Demon Kingdom.
The demon race's territories were engulfed in widespread chaos, causing them considerable distress.
Many demon cities had fallen victim to destructive demon forces, leading to substantial losses.
Yet, despite these calamities, the core stability of the Wanhu Demon Kingdom remained unshaken.
As long as the Immortal Fox Race endured, the demons could never truly claim dominion over the demon realms.
"Someone dared to destroy a demon cave? Who could be responsible for such a feat?"
Yue Xiumu's beautiful eyes flickered with a trace of intrigue.
"Your Majesty, according to our intelligence, it is highly probable that it was the recently celebrated Talisman Daoist from the human race."
"This Talisman Daoist is an enigma; his appearance, his true name, and his origins remain unknown."
"Indeed, even his identity as a human is merely a presumption."
"However, it is known that this Talisman Daoist has single-handedly destroyed three demon caves to date."
"It is quite unexpected that he has ventured into our demon territories."
"We remain ignorant of this human cultivator's ultimate objective."
An Elder of the Immortal Fox Race rapidly relayed a comprehensive dossier on the Talisman Daoist; naturally, awareness of such a prominent and mysterious human cultivator was imperative.
After all, it was inevitable that a human cultivator of such formidable power would eventually cross paths with the Wanhu Demon Kingdom.
"He is likely a cultivator at the Integration Stage, possessing immense combat prowess."
"His motivation for entering our demon territory to dismantle the Moon-Swallowing Demon Cave might not stem from the human race extending an olive branch to our demon race."
"It is far more probable that his actions are for the sake of cultivation."
The King, Yue Xiumu's exquisite eyes gleamed, a multitude of thoughts seemingly flowing within the depths of her pupils.
"For cultivation?"
The assembled Elders of the Immortal Fox Race widened their eyes, struggling to comprehend this notion.
The act of destroying a demon cave was an undertaking of extreme difficulty, fraught with perilous risks to one's very life.
That this human cultivator would brave the demon territories to raze a demon cave, solely for the pursuit of cultivation, was truly astonishing.
"Have you forgotten?"
"The Heavenly Dao bestows celestial rewards upon those who successfully destroy demon caves."
"Receiving a bit of celestial favor can shave off millennia of hard cultivation, even for an Integration Stage cultivator."
"In the past, I made immense cultivation leaps after eradicating several demon dens."
King Yue Xiumu stated nonchalantly.
It was clear from her profound experience that she had fathomed the Talisman Daoist's genuine objective, for she had navigated similar circumstances.
He wasn't a Mahayana cultivator yet, but merely in the Integration Stage, not even at its peak.
Therefore, he desperately sought heavenly boons to drastically shorten his cultivation journey.
"So, it's about obtaining celestial rewards?"
"Even so, this Talisman Daoist possesses truly astonishing audacity."
"Isn't that the truth? Demon dens are perilous locales, harboring unknown numbers of formidable demons."
"Indeed, a reckless charge often spells doom; very few cultivators can genuinely conquer demon dens."
The numerous Elders of the Immortal Fox Race whispered amongst themselves, their voices laced with awe.
Their expressions were a mixture of astonishment and admiration.
Even with the allure of heavenly rewards for vanquishing a demon den, the feat was exceptionally rare, demanding both immense bravery and formidable skill.
After all, facing such a gamble, they might have chosen the more prudent path of steady cultivation to refine their own power.