Chapter 1399: Turning The Tables

Everything went as expected.

The demon race was completely awed by the Demon Lord's cunning, basking in the confidence of imminent victory.

After a few moments of celebration, the entire demon race began to envision a future of overwhelming triumph. Long Tian, the genius personally nurtured by the Demon Lord, played a crucial role in this plan, performing almost flawlessly. His reputation soared to unprecedented heights, carrying the hopes of the entire demon race.

However.

Long Tian, the one everyone looked up to, was now deeply conflicted.

"Whoosh..."

The fierce wind whistled past his ears as he traversed the void, piercing through the atmospheric layers of the starry sky.

The planet Yunxing was now within sight, and Long Tian's expression grew increasingly uneasy. Even his usually impeccable acting skills couldn't mask the turmoil in his heart, his brow slightly furrowed.

What should he do?

Was there really no turning back now?

The situation had progressed far beyond expectations, and the plan had been completely disrupted. He never imagined that the Demon Lord would order a pursuit, forcing him to kill more of his own kind to protect himself, thus becoming a traitor to the demon race.

At this point.

The demon race likely already saw him as a traitor. What was the point of continuing to infiltrate Yunxing?

Could it be...

That he would have to go to Yunxing and truly become its ruler?!

No way!

He was a proud prodigy of the demon race. How could he associate with those lowly humans?!

His emotions grew more conflicted, and Long Tian's brow furrowed even deeper.

Unconsciously, he slowed his pace, even entertaining the thought of sneaking away. But when he glanced at the monk ahead, the monk's profound and ruthless aura instantly filled him with despair.

A prodigy of the demon race, now as weak and helpless as an ant, suddenly found himself in a dilemma where even his lifelong pride in strategy was utterly useless!

The subtle changes in his expression and breathing were almost imperceptible.

But they couldn't escape Chen Kunpeng's perception.

He stopped and turned, immediately seeing the turmoil in Long Tian's eyes.

With a smile, he spoke in a tone full of kindness and curiosity.

"Benefactor."

"Why have you suddenly stopped?"

"As the ruler of Yunxing, you just repelled the demons and protected all living beings, achieving such a great feat. You should return with your head held high, ready to receive the adoration of all. Even if your appearance is a bit disheveled, there's no need to worry too much."

"This battle is something you can be proud of."

As soon as the words were spoken, Long Tian's eyes trembled with shock.

"The adoration of all...?"

His panicked expression completely betrayed his astonishment. Despite achieving such a monumental feat, he had never considered such a reception, revealing his noble character that sought neither fame nor profit.

Even if his cultivation was weak and his Buddhist nature lacking.

With such virtue, he was indeed worthy of being the ruler of Yunxing.

Chen Kunpeng saw through everything at a glance, his smile now tinged with rare approval.

"Indeed."

"I have already sent word to the many cultivators of Yunxing, spreading the images of the recent battle. You deserve the adoration of all, so there's no need for modesty."

Sss...

As soon as the words were spoken, Long Tian felt a chill run down his spine!

The battle he had just fought had been broadcasted by this monk?!

Damn it!

This meant that all the beings of Yunxing had witnessed everything, becoming witnesses to his slaughter of the demons?!

From now on.

No matter how much he tried to explain, it would be futile.

If the demon race sent anyone to investigate, they would know it was he who had killed their elite members. Given the brutal nature of the demons and the cold-blooded, domineering style of the Demon Lord, they would never let him go.

This move.

Had completely severed his last hope, forcing him back to Yunxing!

This monk was too ruthless!

F*ck!

The more he thought about it, the colder his heart grew, filled with the despair of having no way out.

Long Tian wanted to cry but had no tears. He dared not vent his anger, so he could only silently curse Chen Kunpeng's ancestors eighteen generations over and over in his heart!

Seeing the monk smiling at him.

Long Tian was too scared to think further, quickly forcing a smile and bowing.

"Master, you flatter me, you flatter me..."

"Ah, yes, yes! You're absolutely right. As the ruler of Yunxing, after this bloody battle, I have indeed achieved some merit. I should return with my head held high!"

Hearing this, Chen Kunpeng finally nodded in satisfaction and resumed his steps.

"Excellent, excellent."

In the blink of an eye, Chen Kunpeng's figure turned into a streak of light and descended onto Yunxing.

Long Tian's eyelids twitched violently. Even though he was filled with reluctance, there was nothing he could do. He was already an outcast, with no place in the demon race and no choice in the matter. Perhaps going to Yunxing was his only way out.

Now.

He could only play along, taking one step at a time.

Thinking this.

Long Tian took a deep breath, silently comforting himself.

"I am the ruler of Yunxing, I am the ruler of Yunxing..."

After a few silent repetitions, he finally managed to calm his mind and, transforming into a streak of light, followed Chen Kunpeng down to Yunxing.