The domains beyond the heavens were divided into six battlefields based on the cultivation of the Outer Heavenly Demons and their contact with the Six Realms. The Demon Realm battlefield was temporarily peaceful due to severe losses on both sides. However, in the Human Realm battlefield, the Outer Heavenly Demons were once again stirring.
The Outer Heavenly Demons in the grand hall resembled humans more closely, but with peculiar differences. Some had horns on their heads, others had tails, and some possessed wings. In short, they were far more presentable than the Outer Heavenly Demons who had previously entered the Ancient Spirit Continent.
At this moment, they were solemnly watching the Outer Heavenly Demon seated on the main throne. This one looked even more human than the others, with no strange features, except for its eyes, which were an unusual shade of red.
This Outer Heavenly Demon lazily scanned the demons below and slowly spoke, "According to your accounts, our plan to attack the lower plane of the Human Realm has failed?"
His tone was indifferent, but the Outer Heavenly Demons present trembled in unison, daring not to reply.
"This plan has been prepared for thousands of years, and it has been thwarted multiple times. Is this attempt also destined to end in failure?"
His tone remained placid, but their heads bowed even lower.
"Who is it this time?"
"Replying to the King, this time it was a little human girl."
"One?" The King of the Outer Heavenly Demons, Nuo Yisi, became interested, and simultaneously grew more angered by his subordinates.
"Yes."
"Do you know who it is?"
"Your subordinates do not know." After saying this, they all knew the King was about to lose his temper.
As expected, the moment the words fell, a powerful pressure emanated from Nuo Yisi. The hall, already quiet, felt as if it had been put on pause. They could only hear their own rapid breathing and heartbeats.
"My King, please calm your anger," one Outer Heavenly Demon said tremblingly.
"Does that person have any distinguishing features?"
"Replying to the King, your subordinates could not see the person's figure. However, judging by their spiritual energy aura, their spiritual power was not strong, likely around the Immortal Emperor realm. But this person possesses the power of the Human Race's Saintess of War, and also a trace of divine power."
"Power of the Saintess of War? Divine power?" Nuo Yisi savored these words, then suddenly laughed, "It seems even the Heavenly Dao is not on the side of the Human Race this time. A Saintess of War at the Immortal Emperor realm cultivating divine power, meaning she cannot live for much longer."
"Your subordinate dares to ask, my King, what is the meaning of this?" The Outer Heavenly Demons, hearing Nuo Yisi's laughter, were utterly bewildered.
"No matter who cultivates it, the Immortal Emperor realm can only possess immortal power. But she cultivates divine power. For a human to cultivate divine power in the Immortal realm, they would need to reach at least the Demigod realm, otherwise, they would only invite their own destruction. The human body cannot withstand divine power. Even if she doesn't use divine power, her body will be overwhelmed by it. Those who die from divine power not only lose their bodies but also their souls. Without a soul, humans cannot reincarnate."
"I see. My King, should we continue with our plan then?"
"The plan continues, but we can also attack Xialing City now. Qiao Di, you have been recuperating for five years; you should be recovered by now."
"Yes, my King, we await your command at any time."
"Then muster the troops."
"Yes!" The Outer Heavenly Demons responded with excitement.
The next day, Ling Luoyi walked out of her room and saw Gu Yuncheng holding a piece of paper, looking at her with a smile. Ling Luoyi found it a bit strange and asked, "A'su, is there more good news? Why are you so happy?"
"Luoluo, remember that batch of Asuras and demons who went to the Ancient Spirit Continent to find something? Three years have passed, and they returned empty-handed. I had previously given orders for my people to secretly capture the ringleaders. Now, Liu Ying Shui Xie has sent word that the person has been caught. Do you want to see?"
"Yes, the Domain Lord hasn't assigned me any tasks recently, so I have some free time. By the way, A'su, did you capture an Asura or a demon?"
"One of each race."
Upon hearing this, Ling Luoyi rejoiced and praised him generously, "A'su, you're quite capable."
Seeing her like this, Gu Yuncheng couldn't help but smile. "Let's go."
"Okay."
Ever since the Asura King had harbored killing intent towards her after seeing Xuan He's miserable state, Ling Luoyi had been curious about what precious treasure Xuan He had stolen. However, Ling Luoyi found it difficult to investigate, so she suppressed her curiosity.
Ling Luoyi was also curious about what the Asura and Demon races were searching for on the Ancient Spirit Continent. But Ling Luoyi had only encountered Asuras and demons once. That time, she hadn't asked, and the divine sense imprint she left behind had never been triggered, so she remained unaware.
Gu Yuncheng's Liu Ying Shui Xie had branches in all realms, so Gu Yuncheng took Ling Luoyi to an unnamed valley in the Sacred Domain. The valley was ordinary, except for the countless formations and barriers within. Such places were common in the Sacred Domain, so it wasn't particularly conspicuous.
As Gu Yuncheng led Ling Luoyi inside, Ling Luoyi looked at the formations and couldn't help but give Gu Yuncheng a thumbs-up.
The formations had been altered, offering two ways to navigate. One was as people perceived it, where entering would reveal ordinary valley scenery. The other, which Gu Yuncheng was leading her through, was beyond people's perception, leading to an underground palace. This way, even if someone detected something amiss, they wouldn't discover the problem.
At this moment, Gu Yuncheng and Ling Luoyi stood outside the prison cell in this underground palace. Looking at the unconscious Asura and demon inside, Ling Luoyi, who had come to inquire about the Asura race, found her gaze fixed on the demon.
Seeing Ling Luoyi staring intently at the demon on the ground, with killing intent radiating from her, Gu Yuncheng asked in confusion, "Luoluo, what's wrong?"
Hearing Gu Yuncheng's words, Ling Luoyi snapped back to reality. Looking at his concerned eyes, she said, "It's nothing. I'll tell you later. Let's handle business first."
"Alright," Gu Yuncheng replied. Since Ling Luoyi was willing to tell him, he didn't need to know right away.
Gu Yuncheng instructed his subordinates to take the Asura away for interrogation.
Ling Luoyi clenched her fist, forcing her gaze away from the demon. After diligently calming her emotions, she followed Gu Yuncheng back to the interrogation room.
Ling Luoyi's intense hatred for the Demon race stemmed from the time she was controlled by the original host to retrieve the Empty Spirit Tea Tree, which the Heavenly Dao intended to exterminate. At that time, she had managed to deceive the Heavenly Dao by feigning death and didn't need to truly die. The Heavenly Dao, believing Ling Luoyi was dead, turned back to continue striking the Empty Spirit Tea Tree.
However, as the Heavenly Dao continued its assault, two demons suddenly appeared. Both of them plucked an Empty Spirit Tea Leaf. One of them, while fleeing, ran blindly towards where Ling Luoyi was feigning death. The Heavenly Dao, provoked by someone it viewed as an ant, angrily unleashed a lightning strike that hit that demon, killing it instantly, turning it into ashes.
Unfortunately, the Heavenly Dao's wrathful lightning strike had a wide area of effect. The spot where the demon was struck was only a few steps away from Ling Luoyi. Ling Luoyi, who was barely clinging to life, couldn't escape and thus died. Later, to save Ling Luoyi, Jing Chen, Xin Tan, and Xiao Feng Xi all paid a great price.
After Ling Luoyi woke up, she remembered these events, which is why she harbored such intense hatred for demons. Even though her disposition had undergone a drastic change by then, she couldn't easily forgive the demons. Especially since if she hadn't grown her first divine bone at that time, those three would truly have perished. Although she knew it wasn't entirely the demons' fault, she still couldn't help but blame them for their slumber.