Chapter 1403: Nothing But Useless Teammates

Long Tian watched the battle in a daze, growing more and more horrified.

Outside the city gates, a bloody mist had already risen. A Star God Guard charged into the herd of Bull Demons, slashing left and right as if cutting through melons and vegetables. The sound of his blade cutting through the air made Long Tian's eyelids twitch uncontrollably!

He knew the Star God Guards were not weak in cultivation, and their movement techniques were quite impressive, but he never expected them to be this strong!

If they continued to fight so fiercely, who knew how many Bull Demons would die.

The casualties were mounting, and with his title as Star Lord, the misunderstanding would only deepen. When he faced the Demon Lord later, it would be hard to explain.

What should he do?

Long Tian felt a sense of impending doom and quickly began to pray in his heart.

Come on, Bull Demons, hurry up and take care of these idiots!

Just as Long Tian was silently cheering for the Bull Demons, the other Star God Guards unleashed their full power. One of them activated an ancient, unfathomable force that swept across the battlefield, while another's palm strikes surged like tidal waves, drowning the Bull Demons...

In just a few breaths, dozens of Bull Demons had been reduced to bloody fragments, and the Bull Demon army had been pushed back a hundred feet, almost reaching the massive black gate!

Long Tian sucked in a cold breath.

"Hiss..."

The strength of these humans far exceeded his expectations!

Long Tian grew even more anxious, casting a frustrated glance at the massive figure in front of the city gate.

Niu Shadi, damn it, hurry up and take action!

As the leader of the Bull Demons, with your profound cultivation and terrifying physical strength, why aren't you stepping up to kill these human enemies? Are you just going to watch your clan suffer heavy casualties?

Where is the imposing aura you usually have as a leader?

What the hell are you doing right now?!

Long Tian was getting desperate, but Niu Shadi still hadn't moved.

Finally.

He couldn't take it anymore and shouted in anger!

"Niu..."

But before he could finish, Niu Shadi roared, cutting him off.

"My brothers, these humans may be strong, but we Bull Demons are not afraid of them! They are outnumbered, and no matter how strong they are, they will die here today!"

"Charge!"

His bellow echoed like a war horn across the battlefield.

The slightly fearful Bull Demons instantly became energized, their eyes red as they charged back into the fray, completely disregarding everything else!

Seeing this, Long Tian slapped his thigh in frustration.

"Ah!"

Fool!

This Niu Shadi is such a fool!

Knowing how strong the Star God Guards are, instead of retreating, he just keeps pumping his clan with false courage. Isn't this just leading the Bull Demons to their doom?

He doesn't care if his clan dies, but this mess will be blamed on me!

This time, I'm really going to be screwed over by this idiot Bull Demon!

Long Tian grew more and more anxious, his calls repeatedly cut off by Niu Shadi. His expression shifted between dark and light, and he even began to regret choosing such a fool as his contact.

The plan was falling apart, and the situation was spiraling out of control!

Meanwhile, in front of the city gate.

Niu Shadi gripped his massive axe, watching as his clansmen were slaughtered. Though his heart bled, there was a strange calm in his eyes, as if he wasn't witnessing a massacre but executing a grand scheme.

As the Bull Demons were pushed back once more, only a dozen or so remained, struggling to retreat.

Finally.

He nodded in satisfaction and sent a mental message to the Demon Lord.

"My Lord, everything is proceeding according to plan. Long Tian has led the humans back and achieved a near-total victory. He must have established quite a reputation among the humans."

"Please instruct me on how to proceed next."

Not long after, a satisfied voice echoed in his mind.

"Well done!"

"You've been very clever this time, and I am quite pleased. Once you lead your clan back, I will fulfill my promise immediately!"

"Next, you just need to feign retreat and help Long Tian solidify his reputation."

"Remember, you must show signs of panic, but don't overdo it, or it will backfire!"

...

Hearing this, a glint of satisfaction flashed in Niu Shadi's eyes.

Indeed, his approach was correct!

After tasting success twice, he had become much wiser. While the other demons thought he was reckless, that was old news. As a key piece in this grand plan, Niu Shadi had long since awakened to the bigger picture, his vision far surpassing that of the other clans.

As the Demon Lord said, sometimes you have to sacrifice to gain!

What are a few casualties compared to the greater good?

Once the plan is complete, the Bull Demons will have contributed greatly to the demon race, and in the future, when we dominate the universe, the status and benefits of the Bull Demons will be unimaginable to the other clans.

The other demons laugh at me for being reckless, but they can't see the bigger picture!

After calming his mind, Niu Shadi muttered the Demon Lord's instructions and began his Oscar-worthy performance.

First, he widened his eyes as he looked at the bloodshed in the distance, then sucked in a sharp breath!

"Hiss!"

"You humans are truly terrifying?!"

Then, panic flashed in his eyes, quickly replaced by anger, until finally, his expression was filled with shame and resentment!

"Impossible!"

"This can't be!"

"How can such small humans be so strong!"

"I, Niu Shadi, will remember this grudge, and one day, I will make you pay a thousandfold! If I don't wipe out Cloud Star, I swear I will no longer be a demon!"

"Long Tian, Lord of Cloud Star, I will remember you! The demon race will grind your bones to dust!"

...

In just a few moments.

Niu Shadi's performance was flawless, both in his words and expressions. The final glare of resentment at Long Tian perfectly conveyed the complex mix of shame and anger in his heart!

At the same time, it shifted all the focus onto Long Tian.

The blood-soaked battlefield fell silent, and all eyes turned to Long Tian.

Long Tian shivered, his face turning pale.

What the hell?

What is Niu Shadi talking about?

He's the one who sent his clansmen to their deaths, and now he's pinning the blame on me?!

Before Long Tian could defend himself, Niu Shadi suddenly swung his massive axe and led his remaining forces in a retreat!

"My brothers!"

"These humans are unnaturally strong! If just a few of their subordinates are this powerful, then their Star Lord, Long Tian, must be even more formidable! Today is not the day to fight, retreat at once!"

The remaining Bull Demons fled in panic, and the city gates slammed shut in an instant!

Long Tian stared blankly at the scene, not even reacting when the gates closed with a thunderous crash.

"Boom!!!"

The hundred-foot-tall gates closed like a mountain, sending blood and dust flying. The ground beneath his feet trembled slightly, and the shockwaves continued to spread, leaving Long Tian in complete disarray.

No way...

Niu Shadi just ran away?

The play isn't even over, and he just left?!

What about killing the humans?

What about capturing me to present to the Demon Lord?!

Niu Shadi running away without explanation was bad enough, but he also sealed the Nether Gate shut. How am I supposed to enter the demon capital now?

To make matters worse, he even framed me before leaving!

I never expected...

This thick-browed, big-eyed Niu Shadi to be such a snake!

Damn it!

After this battle, the title of Star Lord is now firmly attached to me. Anyone who hears about this will remember that Long Tian is the human Star Lord!

The entire plan is ruined!

Staring blankly at the blood-soaked ground, Long Tian's lips twitched uncontrollably.

It's over.

My reputation as a traitor to the demon race is now set in stone. No matter how eloquently I explain, I can't justify the fact that I've slaughtered my own kind repeatedly!

The more he thought about it, the more despondent he became. Long Tian was on the verge of tears.

Just then.

The Star God Guards returned, their bodies stained with blood, their faces filled with triumph and admiration.

They clasped their fists and reported loudly, their voices shaking the heavens.

"My Lord!"

"We have slaughtered all the Bull Demons, leaving no survivors!!!"

Their voices echoed across the sky.

With the power of the ancient forces amplifying their voices, the sound reverberated far and wide, reaching even the demon capital thousands of miles away.

Hearing this, Long Tian gritted his teeth in frustration.

Damn it!

Damn it all!

I'm surrounded by nothing but useless teammates!

Niu Shadi framing me was bad enough, but now these idiots are loudly announcing their victory, as if they want to make sure every demon knows I led the humans here.

Who would have thought that both sides would be so stupid?

It's like having a gathering of idiots!

Even with my intelligence, I can't handle being surrounded by fools. I feel completely screwed!

Looking at the blood-soaked ground.

Long Tian's killing intent surged, but he was no match for the Star God Guards. His anger had no outlet.

He could only swallow his bitterness and force out a single word through clenched teeth.

"Good..."

After saying that, Long Tian took a deep breath to steady his murderous thoughts, then left with a dark expression, the Star God Guards disappearing into the starry sky behind him.

A few streaks of light shot across the galaxy, as insignificant as a drop in the ocean.

But in the grand scheme of things, even the smallest changes had long been accounted for.

Cloud Star.

Shadow Island.

At the top of a tall building, in a elegantly decorated office, Su Yunyun stood by the window in a long dress, gazing at the bustling city below.

Behind her.

Pork Rong reported respectfully.

"Fifth Miss, everything has been arranged. There will be no mistakes."

Hearing this, Su Yunyun did not turn around.

"Good."

"But are the people you've arranged enough? This matter is of great importance. If you need more, just say so."

As soon as she finished speaking, Pork Rong's face showed a confident smile.

"Fifth Miss, please rest assured."

"Those four have been following me for years, slaughtering pigs and selling meat. One is skilled with a blade, another is adept at grappling. They've all improved quite a bit on Shadow Island. Keeping an eye on Long Tian won't be a problem."

"Even if they enter demon territory, there won't be any issues."

Hearing this, Su Yunyun nodded slightly.

"Good."

"As you said, exterminating the demon race isn't difficult, but controlling and manipulating them is much harder. We must not let our guard down. You must keep a close watch."

Her calm words carried an air of extraordinary wisdom and experience. Even the mighty demon race was nothing more than a pawn in her hands.

Pork Rong couldn't help but feel a deep sense of admiration.

Thinking that such a terrifying genius was merely a disciple of the Master, his face filled with even more pride and reverence. He quickly bowed respectfully.

"I will follow Fifth Miss's orders and ensure this matter is handled flawlessly."

With that, Pork Rong's figure silently vanished.

In the spacious, elegant room, only Su Yunyun remained, standing by the window and gazing down at the bustling city below. It was as if she could see the entire world reflected in the lives of the people, her eyes filled with anticipation.