Demon Sword Sect’s Undercover
Chapter 124 - 124 123 The Giant Rat Clan

124: Chapter 123 The Giant Rat Clan 124: Chapter 123 The Giant Rat Clan “Let’s hear it?” Hou Niao asked with evident interest.

Huang Xiaoxian smiled proudly.

“In the Yinling Wilderness, nobody bothers to notice the movements of the giant rats because you don’t need to pay special attention; they’ll appear anywhere you’ve been at any time, gnawing at everything around you, constantly flickering before your eyes until you completely ignore them as part of the natural world of Yinling.

But our weasel clan is different, because of our bloodline, because of our instincts, we have always been watching them!

Before the advent of spiritual awareness in the Jinxiu Continent, we watched them as food: after its advent, we watched them to avoid revenge!”

Therefore, I know that at the same time the Yinyue Pond incident occurred, there were seven other fortresses on the Yinling Continent also facing the same threat, and in every group of chaotic demons, there were one or two giant rat demons mixed among them.

They might look inconspicuous and act low-key, but you know, the demons attacking human fortresses are all local demons.

How could every group have giant rat demons?”

Hou Niao nodded.

“Senior, talking about this won’t cause the Demon Clan to exclude you, will it?”

Huang Xiaoxian gave a cold smile.

“No!

The Demon Clan has never been united, just like you humans, their internal strife is even more fierce, especially among certain specific groups.

Moreover, the demons involved in the atrocities this time are just part of the Yinling demons, not every demon agrees with their actions.”

Hou Niao pointed out, “But if they succeed, most of the demons will join them, that’s also a fact.”

Huang Xiaoxian was startled.

“Yes, isn’t it the same with you humans?

Following the crowd as long as there are benefits, immediate gains always seem more substantial than long-term benefits.

To get back to the point, it’s precisely because we saw this that we surmised the giant rat clan isn’t just simply participating but might be involved in higher-level planning; even if they aren’t the masterminds, they certainly know more than those dizzy cannon fodder.”

Hou Niao admired, “The wisdom of the nobility truly stands out among the demon clans, this information is very important.

I will inform the Patrol Envoy, but won’t involve you; then, if I want to pursue this further, where do you think I should start, senior?”

Huang Xiaoxian’s opinions were taken seriously, which delighted him.

With their intelligence awakened, all demons understood that the most critical core to surviving better in this world is the relationship with humans: either fight to the death or ally.

“Yinling has a Ksitigarbha Palace, well, it’s actually just a rat hole underground belonging to the old rats, except the one in Suqiu is particularly huge.

It has been continuously renovated and expanded for hundreds of years.

Almost the entirety of Suqiu below is filled with labyrinthine tunnels and chambers which have gradually transformed from their original purposes of refuge and storage into what is now called a palace, a hiding place for filth, and becomes the lair of the giant rat demon clan.”

Hou Niao was astonished, “Good heavens, daring to claim it’s a palace, that’s no small scale.”

Huang Xiaoxian said gravely, “Do not underestimate centuries of expansion, Daoist.

Suqiu has a unique advantage, far from rivers, so there’s no worry about river backflow; the soil there is particularly unique, a rare red adhesive soil in Yinling, especially suitable for burrowing without fear of collapse.

Although I have never really been inside the Ksitigarbha Palace, I had a burrowing friend who accidentally entered once, and saying it’s a palace is not an exaggeration.

In terms of scale, it’s comparable to human constructions, dazzlingly decorated with glittering ornaments.

Probably because it’s primarily inhabited by rat demons, it’s not as shabby as you would imagine a rat’s den to be—it’s actually quite tidy and orderly.”

Hou Niao pondered, “Senior means to imply, to find the truth, one must make a trip to the Ksitigarbha Palace?”

Huang Xiaoxian waved their hand vigorously, “Daoist, you’re thinking in the wrong direction.

Such a dangerous place, and it’s underground; how could one easily enter?

Unless the Quanzhen Sect mobilizes a large number of people, the terrain within the Underground Palace is complicated, and traps are countless.

No clan dares to enter there lightly.

What I mean is, if Daoist wants to track the giant Rat Demon, it would be very difficult elsewhere, but there’s a better chance near Suqiu.

Capturing one and interrogating it severely should yield some results, and that’s the proper way.

To recklessly enter the Ksitigarbha Palace would be unwise.”

Hou Niao deeply agreed, as no one wished to burrow into rat holes, even if those holes were large enough for humans to pass through.

“What is the status of the giant Rat Demon among the demons of Yinling?

Are there any Great Demons who have reached the Tongxuan Realm?”

Huang Xiaoxian shook their head, “As far as I know, it seems not.

The cultivation aptitude of the giant Rat clan is negligible, vulgar and crass, purely relying on their enormous numbers which are likely fewer than a hundred.

If they had a Great Demon of the Tongxuan Realm, then my weasel clan would have been extinct long ago, would we still exist up to now?

But just because there isn’t one now doesn’t mean there won’t be one in the future.

With their numbers accumulating and resources enhancing, who knows, maybe one day the heavens won’t be watching and a Great Demon will emerge among them.

Then, the giant Rat clan in Yinling could really dominate.”

Hou Niao fell into deep thought; he understood Huang Xiaoxian’s point and recognized their concerns, which likely held no falsehoods.

In the era of Mortal Beasts, the weasels significantly outcompeted the giant rats, using them as food; but as spiritual energy overflowed in the world and more creatures awakened, each species developed in different directions.

For instance, the weasel demons began evolving towards intelligence, suited to learning spells and magic, showing trends of evolving towards humans.

Thus, it wouldn’t be strange if they reached a considerable level in the future.

The Rat Demons, however, leaned towards fighting, purely so.

Hence, in the era of Mortal Beasts, the weasels could dominate the giant rats, but once they reached the demon level, the strength of both sides rapidly converged.

Considering their numbers, the weasel clan began to slowly fall behind in this phase.

Worse still, once a magical Rat Demon of the Tongxuan Realm emerged, it might spell doomsday for the weasel clan.

For this reason, Huang Xiaoxian wouldn’t hesitate to betray the demons of Yinling and vowed to purge the Rat clan, aiming to annihilate a major part of their force, even if not completely.

Unable to achieve this alone, they must seek help from humans, and now was a golden opportunity.

It might sound nice advising against entering the depths of the Ksitigarbha Palace, but would humans ever truly avoid such a place?

A clever species, knowing how to grasp the moment and leverage power.

Looking amused at Huang Xiaoxian, “I initially thought you brought me something good, but it turns out to be a big trouble.

And the palace is all glimmering; are you trying to dazzle my eyes?”

Huang Xiaoxian bowed deeply, “I have personal desires, which Daoist clearly understands, and I’m not hiding them; but this matter is mutually beneficial, yet detrimental if divided.

I know this might expose Daoist to danger, so I didn’t come empty-handed.

I am willing to offer our clan’s exotic treasure to Daoist, to see if it might be of some help?”