System's Super Sect Chapter 988 922: Demon Race Training Program
Previously on System's Super Sect...
After the system interface vanished, Wen Ping pressed onward, his flight carrying him deeper into the treacherous expanse.
The further one ventured into the Final Forbidden Area, the more it resembled a desolate hell on earth. Everywhere he looked, demonic beasts were locked in brutal combat, tearing into one another. Victory belonged to the ruthless, while the defeated were left to bleed out eternally.
Though the scene was undeniably gory, Wen Ping observed that the environment fostered an astonishingly rapid growth rate among the demon beasts. The victors would greedily devour the Demon Pills of their fallen foes, much like a ravenous serpent, allowing them to continuously expand in size and power.
There was no question that such a crucible could forge immensely powerful Demon Gods and even Demon Ancestors. The demon beasts that achieved these exalted ranks through sheer cultivation and relentless accumulation would undoubtedly eclipse any ordinary opponents.
"If only I could capture some of these beasts for my own purposes, they would be an invaluable asset," Wen Ping mused, a daring notion taking root in his mind.
However, his contemplation was interrupted when he repeatedly witnessed mere Demon Kings launching suicidal assaults against demon beasts at the Demon God level, leaving Wen Ping utterly astonished.
Did these demon beasts possess no intellect?
To ascertain this peculiar observation, Wen Ping spent more time scrutinizing the creatures, confirming that all demon beasts within the Final Forbidden Area exhibited the same erratic behavior.
Despite their demonic forms, their very essence was saturated with primal beastly instincts, their minds dominated by rudimentary urges.
"What could be the reason for this?"
Wen Ping directed his query to the system.
The system's reply came swiftly: "The Spiritual Qi within the Final Forbidden Area possesses unique properties, infused with auxiliary elements. Unless they attain the pinnacle of the Demon Ancestor stage, their minds are solely occupied by the instinct to kill. Therefore, if the host harbors hopes of taming them for personal gain, such aspirations are largely futile. This is only feasible if the host's target is a Demon Ancestor-level demonic beast."
"A Demon Ancestor, perhaps, but do I possess the necessary capability?" Wen Ping inquired, shaking his head in resignation.
A mere sneeze from a Demon Ancestor could prove overwhelming.
Attempting to tame a Demon Ancestor would be akin to inviting certain doom.
"Ah, speaking of which, System, is there a specialized structure that could aid me in taming these demon beasts?"
"Indeed, there is. However, it is not advisable for the host to construct such facilities at this juncture. They are currently of too low a level. With the presence of the Nuwa Statue, the Demon Emperor Lake will naturally evolve into a nurturing ground for Demon Gods and even Demon Ancestors. Erecting additional structures for taming demon beasts would be excessively redundant."
"Then, what course of action would you recommend?"
Wen Ping sought guidance from the system.
He recognized that no matter the situation, the system possessed a far superior understanding of specialized structures and the most effective ways to utilize them.
The system elucidated: "Given your sincere inquiry, the optimal utilization of the Final Forbidden Area is as a dedicated Cultivation Land for the Demon Race. The Demon Race, having been transformed by the Nuwa Statue, possesses a foundation, talent, and Divine Techniques that far surpass the native demon beasts of the Final Forbidden Area. However, dispatching your demons into the Final Forbidden Area for training will incur a cost in the host's reputation."
"Why would that consume my reputation? Acquiring even a small amount of reputation is a challenging endeavor."
"Because vassal forces, excluding those operating at the highest echelon, are granted the privilege of undertaking Sect tasks, much like Huaikong and Shifeng. Other tiers of demon beasts cannot avail themselves of this privilege, and consequently, the host cannot issue Sect tasks to them, only Sect orders."
"Understood. Previously, I lacked White Crystal, and now that I finally have an abundance of it, everything requires reputation. I've returned to being penniless once more."
Wen Ping sighed.
Yet, despite his lamentations.
The system's suggestion resonated deeply with Wen Ping.
By sending the demon beasts from the Demon Emperor Lake into the Final Forbidden Area for training, their growth would be significantly accelerated. Otherwise, relying solely on their natural progression, wouldn't it take centuries for them to become self-sufficient Demon Gods?
Simply relying on scavenging Demon Pills within the Final Forbidden Area was not a viable long-term strategy.
A potential conflict with the You Country could erupt at any moment, leaving him no time to leisurely collect Demon Pills in the Final Forbidden Area.
The very Demon Race he intended to deploy against the Zhetian Tower needed to mature rapidly. Allowing them to venture and train independently was undoubtedly the most effective approach.
"Very well. The decision is made. System, regarding sending them into the Final Forbidden Area, will the cost remain consistent?"
"Naturally, the cost will vary. It is determined by the realm of the demon beasts the host chooses to send into the Final Forbidden Area. Dispatching those below the Demon King level will require only 10 reputation points per instance. For those at the Demon God level, the cost rises to 100 reputation points per instance."
"That seems quite reasonable!"
Upon concluding the Red Domain assignment, an additional 400,000 reputation points would be earned, bringing the total to over 500,000 when combined with the existing tens of thousands. This substantial reputation meant Wen Ping felt no hesitation in spending a few thousand points to cultivate the Demon Race.
With his decision firm, Wen Ping continued his flight towards Cyan Dragon Cave. However, after traversing merely a few hundred miles, he found himself encircled by five or six Demon Gods at the Half-Step Celestial Unrestricted level. Wen Ping offered no resistance, allowing them to slay him.
Resurrecting at the entry point of the Final Forbidden Area, Wen Ping abandoned any lingering desire to seek the Cyan Lotus Sword at Cyan Dragon Cave and departed Fa Yuan Valley.
As he emerged from Fa Yuan Valley, the Sound Transmission Stone within his grasp suddenly pulsed with activity.
"Sect Leader, Zhetian Tower has initiated hostilities against us. Elder Knife Demon, Emperor Huaikong, and God Shifeng have all been deployed to the Bright Mirror Lake battlefield. Zhetian Tower has committed three experts from the Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm."
He Nian's voice crackled with urgency.
"Fear not, it is merely three beings of the Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm. Elder Knife Demon and the others are more than capable of handling them."
So, the conflict had finally erupted.
A rather significant opening gambit, commencing the engagement with three Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm combatants.
Considering this, and excluding the Domain Lord's Mansion, Red Domain itself possessed merely three or four experts at the Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm level.
He Nian responded with palpable relief, "Sect Leader, precisely as you predicted. Through the coordinated efforts of Elder Knife Demon and Emperor Huaikong, they have exerted overwhelming pressure upon the three experts from Zhetian Tower."
Despite He Nian having witnessed numerous engagements, he had never before observed a battle so one-sided, even with an apparent disparity in combatants.
Elder Knife Demon was a veteran of the Upper Realm.
Yet, Emperor Huaikong had only recently ascended to the Upper Realm level a mere handful of days prior.
Notwithstanding this, the combined might of one human and one demon proved more than sufficient to overpower the three experts from Zhetian Tower, a truly astonishing display.
Wen Ping's reply was delivered with measured calm, "It would be astonishing if they couldn't suppress the three from Zhetian Tower."
Elder Knife Demon, the undisputed master of the Holy Light Blade Intent.
A profound synthesis of light and shadow, uniquely potent.
With the crucial assistance of various Tier Three auxiliary magics, confronting two adversaries simultaneously presented no challenge whatsoever.
As for Emperor Huaikong.
Having recently attained Earth Unrestricted Middle Realm cultivation after consuming the Demon Pill, and benefiting from Taotie's exceptional refining capabilities, his current strength far surpassed that of ordinary Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm cultivators.
When augmented by the divine techniques bestowed by the Nuwa Statue and his adept manipulation of demonic power, confronting two opponents singly was well within his capabilities. This explained why the trio from Zhetian Tower were simply no match for them.
At this juncture, He Nian, having registered the Sect Leader's nonchalant and assured response, could only offer a somewhat awkward chuckle. "Sect Leader," he admitted sheepishly, "it appears my concern was perhaps unwarranted."
Following his statement, He Nian let out a sigh tinged with resignation.
He Nian, oh He Nian.
Had he not been associated with the Immortal Sect for a considerable duration?
How was it possible that he still succumbed so readily to baseless overreactions?