The Martial Emperor with Dragon Blood Chapter 1419 - 1420: If You Want to Die, Just Say the Word

"Elder of Merit, the Lord of Myriad Demons recently ascended to Divine Venerate Eight Souls. We managed to slay him and seize his demon core."

Dantai Zanglian's expression shifted slightly as she responded.

"What did Dantai Zanglian say? That they killed a Lord of Myriad Demons who had advanced to Divine Venerate Eight Souls? Preposterous!"

"Let alone Divine Venerate Eight Souls, even Divine Venerate Seven Souls is beyond their capability to contend with."

The surrounding crowd erupted in raucous laughter, deriding the notion that a demon core could substantiate such a claim.

"It's not that I disbelieve you, but rather, you haven't provided sufficient proof for me to do so. If the demon core you presented was from a Divine Venerate Seven Souls, I might reluctantly accept it. However, the demonic energy fluctuations emanating from this core clearly indicate it belongs to a Divine Venerate Eight Souls."

The Elder of Merit wasn't intentionally obstructing them; the claim was genuinely difficult to credit.

"Elder of Merit, our expedition to the Myriad Demon Realm wasn't solitary. Numerous rogue cultivators and even members of the Lost Souls Clan were present. Coincidentally, the Lord of Myriad Demons was undergoing a tribulation. We seized that opportune moment to secure his demon core, barely escaping with our lives. Our comrade, Li Xiuyuan, even perished during this endeavor, " Ye Mo elaborated. "Furthermore, within the Myriad Demon Realm, who else besides the Lord of Myriad Demons could possibly yield such a demon core upon their demise? If you remain unconvinced, you are welcome to dispatch an envoy to verify if the Lord of Myriad Demons has indeed met his end."

"Very well, I shall investigate this matter. As for the demon core, you may retain it for now. Should it be confirmed as belonging to the Lord of Myriad Demons, then you have successfully completed an epic-level mission."

The Elder of Merit declared, before making his departure from the Merit Hall.

"Senior Sister Zanglian, what are your thoughts on the Elder of Merit's character?"

Ye Mo inquired, his curiosity piqued.

"The Elder of Merit is renowned within the Lost Souls Clan for his uprightness and impartiality. He does not engage in false accusations. Once his investigation concludes, we should be able to pass this epic-level mission without issue," Dantai Zanglian replied.

"In that case, I am reassured. Had he been like Yan Fawu, I would have ensured he paid a steep price," Ye Mo stated coldly. Now possessing formidable power and the backing of a Supreme Elder as his adoptive mother, he feared no schemes within the Lost Souls Clan.

"Then, let us first conduct the cremation rites for Senior Brother Li Xiuyuan. Following that, we can each return to our respective duties. I also need to refine the Myriad Demon's Fire to aid in Taishi Qing's recovery," Dantai Zanglian proposed.

"Agreed!"

As the trio exited the Merit Hall, they were suddenly intercepted by a man – Xiang Qiu, a prominent figure among the Heavenly Rankings.

"I heard you completed an epic-level mission? And that the Elder of Merit is initiating an investigation?"

Xiang Qiu questioned.

"What concern is it of yours?"

Dantai Zanglian retorted, "Once the mission's completion is verified, we shall be rewarded with one hundred thousand Ascending Soul Pills. With these, our soul cultivation will advance significantly. When that time comes, prepare yourself, for you will be the first to face my challenge in the Heavenly Rankings Challenge. Let's see how arrogant you can be then."

Upon hearing this, Xiang Qiu's demeanor shifted subtly. If they had indeed succeeded in an epic-level mission, those hundred thousand Ascending Soul Pills could undoubtedly propel their cultivation forward considerably.

"Where is that useless Li Xiuyuan? Wasn't he with you? Could he have actually died? I instructed him to return alive, otherwise, he wouldn't be able to challenge me in the Heavenly Rankings Challenge," Xiang Qiu pointed out Li Xiuyuan's absence among the three.

"If you're seeking death, simply state it!"

Ye Mo shot Xiang Qiu a freezing glare.

With a single intense gaze, Xiang Qiu felt as though a colossal stone had struck his chest, compelling him to stagger back while clutching his ribs in disbelief. He, a disciple ranked within the top twenty of the Heavenly Rankings, had been utterly overawed by Ye Mo's mere glance – an experience that was profoundly unsettling.

"Junior Brother Ye Xiao, do not act rashly. We are currently within the Lost Souls Clan's domain. Even the elders here would hesitate to act so impulsively," Qin Yong quickly intervened, genuinely concerned that Ye Mo, in a fit of anger, might take Xiang Qiu's life, thereby escalating the situation.

"Begone. In the Heavenly Rankings Challenge, I shall personally name you and issue a formal challenge. Be ready," Ye Mo declared icily.

"Hmph, I shall await you in the Heavenly Rankings Challenge," Xiang Qiu spat through gritted teeth before departing.

The trio then located an open area, performed the cremation rites for Li Xiuyuan, and subsequently returned to their respective lodgings to cultivate. Ye Mo, meanwhile, dedicated himself to consolidating his recent breakthroughs.

By absorbing the demon core from Demon King Huang Tian, he not only leaped from the Early Stage of Divine Venerate to the Middle Stage but also directly broke through to the Divine Venerable Five Souls.

Such a sudden surge in power, if not properly managed and consolidated, could very well lead to significant cultivation drawbacks in the future.

"Once this epic-level mission is officially declared complete, I will receive no less than thirty thousand Ascending Soul Pills. Advancing from the Third Layer to the Fourth Layer of the Soul Realm requires two thousand pills, the Fifth Layer needs four thousand, the Sixth Layer demands eight thousand, and the Seventh Layer calls for sixteen thousand. To attain the Eighth Layer, a hefty thirty-two thousand are necessary. With thirty thousand Ascending Soul Pills in hand, my soul cultivation can be elevated to at least the Seventh Layer of the Soul Realm."

Ye Mo settled himself down, circulating his Dantian and letting his thoughts flow.

Within the boundless space of the Genius Badge, an infinite wellspring of soul origin awaits. As long as he possesses the Ascending Soul Pills, his soul cultivation can be instantly replenished. Had he not harbored a deep-seated fear of Jin Tianzun's spiritual assaults back in the Myriad Demon Realm, Ye Mo would have confronted him head-on.

"Upon reaching the Seventh Layer of the Soul Realm, coupled with the Undying Life-and-Death Flame, I will be capable of effortlessly dispatching any cultivator at the Seventh Layer of the Spirit Assimilate Realm. When I ultimately become the Great Celestial Son and secure the Netherworld Fan Flame, my spiritual offensive capabilities will become so terrifying that even an Eighth Layer Martial Artist will pose no formidable threat."

Ye Mo began meticulously charting his path forward.

He also engaged in discussions with the Wraith Demon Emperor concerning the feasibility of reclaiming the Lost Souls Clan, though they concluded that the time was not yet ripe.

Firstly, the Wraith Demon Emperor's strength had not fully recuperated. Even with the most optimistic estimations, he required at least another year, and even that might not be sufficient for him to regain his peak power, although he could easily subjugate ordinary cultivators at the Divine Venerable Nine Souls stage.

Secondly, Ye Mo's own power had yet to reach its zenith. To overcome Wang Mo Luo, Ye Mo would need to ascend to at least the Divine Venerate Eight Souls level. While Wang Mo Luo might not be on the same legendary level as the Wraith Master of the Wraith Demon Emperor, his innate talents were certainly not to be underestimated.

Thirdly, a critical catalyst, a single spark, was essential to set the entire plan into motion.

Another seven days elapsed, and Ye Mo, within his pavilion, was steadily acclimating his strength to fully solidify his realm at Divine Venerable Five Souls. It was at this juncture that Dantai Zanglian made his return, bearing exceptionally auspicious tidings.

The Elder of Merit had definitively affirmed the successful completion of the epic-level mission by the trio. Upon surrendering the demon core, they would be entitled to claim their well-earned reward of one hundred thousand Ascending Soul Pills.