Please, Young Master, Slay the Demon!
Chapter 882 - 92: Lifetime Enemy, Human-faced Mandrill [Requesting Monthly Votes!]

Chapter 882: Chapter 92: Lifetime Enemy, Human-faced Mandrill [Requesting Monthly Votes!]

One thing that most people of the time found hard to imagine was that the relationship between the Azure Dragon and Baize, the two Divine Beasts, was harmonious.

The lifespan of the Azure Dragon was incredibly long, almost on par with the age of Venerable Wu Chao and Elder Mayfly, who were among the oldest Giant Demons of their time. The small discrepancies between their ages might span hundreds to thousands of years.

When the Azure Dragon first took its position in Penglai, the Penglai Upper Sect had yet to be officially established. During Baize’s growth, the Azure Dragon had also provided support and assistance.

However, Baize eventually surpassed the Azure Dragon in cultivation after reaching the Eighth Realm and became a Limiter. Divine Beasts inherently comprehended the Great Dao slowly, and a single seclusion often lasted at least a hundred years. They had lost touch recently.

The worsening relationship between the Shu Mountain and Penglai had only been a matter of a few hundred years, which was not considered a long time for the two Divine Beasts. They were not interested in participating in the cunning schemes and battles of the Human Clan.

As such, this time the Azure Dragon was the one who stayed behind to guard the Penglai Upper Sect, not engaging with Baize at Shu Mountain. Although he was willing to defend Penglai with all his might, he was not willing to attack Shu Mountain.

After the Penglai Upper Sect was breached, the Azure Dragon also fled far away. Before the three from Penglai could find the Azure Dragon, Baize had already found him.

"Penglai has lost its way and is nearing its decline, why not come to Shu Mountain to reside?" Baize thus persuaded.

The Azure Dragon, although more ancient than her, still had many years left due to his innate talent and adherence to the Great Dao. In contrast, Baize, who was much younger, would undoubtedly ascend to the Ninth Realms if she could master the Dao of Tongxuan. If not, she would have to prepare for the future.

Luring the Azure Dragon would not only weaken Penglai but also strengthen Shu Mountain. After her departure, there would still be a Divine Beast to guard the land. Why wouldn’t she do this?

"Penglai is not yet perished," replied the Azure Dragon.

"But what else does Penglai have left?" Baize further inquired.

Even if they could rebuild the mountains and islands, the Spirit Veins were irrevocable, and the Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures on the islands were nowhere to be found.

Without these Spirit Plants, what else was left of the Penglai Three Islands?

Was it worth coming?

They could no longer carelessly nurture the Azure Dragon as they had in the past.

"Years of nurturance form bonds too strong to abandon," the Azure Dragon stated further.

Although Guardian Divine Beasts might resemble mercenaries on some level, they were emotionally closer and had been nourished by the Sect for many years; they would not abandon it lightly.

Baize nodded, understanding his sentiments, but then immediately added, "Chu Liang bears the inheritance of the Dragon God and various Dragon Breaths, did you know that?"

The golden fire in the eyes of the Azure Dragon flickered and he did not respond.

"I know your Dragon Race has a legend of an apocalyptic calamity, needing the help of someone with great destiny. Initially, you might have chosen Qi Lin’er, Yang Shenlong, but do you still believe that person is in Penglai?" Baize continued.

Following this, Chu Liang saw this scene where Baize and the Azure Dragon came before him.

"Senior Azure Dragon, is this..." Chu Liang blinked, "Turning away from the past?"

"I just came to see you," the Azure Dragon stared at Chu Liang and said, "I had heard before that you possess various Dragon Breaths and the aura of the Dragon God Throne. Seeing you today, it is indeed extraordinary. There is a reason so many from the Dragon Race choose you."

"Senior flatters me," Chu Liang quickly responded with a modest smile.

"However, it’s not so easy for me to join Shu Mountain since I have previously served Penglai. Although we are beasts, we also know the word ’integrity’ and do not randomly join an enemy," the Azure Dragon added.

"Eh?" Du Wuhen raised an eyebrow from behind.

How could the old fellow speak and still be insulting?

...

"Do you have any conditions, senior?" Chu Liang smiled, "If there’s anything you need, just mention it. Although Shu Mountain may not have such a fairyland as the Penglai Three Islands, it now has connections in all directions, so anything you wish for should be attainable."

The Azure Dragon then said, "I will not join Shu Mountain for the time being, but I can join you personally. As long as you can prove that you are the true heir of the Dragon God, I will acknowledge you."

Chu Liang revealed the Dragon God Token on his forehead, and the supreme dragon’s presence descended instantly, his brow furrowing,"Isn’t this enough?"

"Not enough," the Azure Dragon shook his head, "This just shows that you’ve obtained the Dragon God Throne, but unless you obtain the Divine Dragon Ball, you won’t gain my recognition."

As the likely oldest and strongest Pure Blood Dragon in existence, the Azure Dragon’s pride naturally differed from that of ordinary dragons. Even during the era when the Dragon God was alive, he was a king seated right below the divine throne.

The dragon’s presence brought forth by this token wasn’t enough to make him bow his head.

"Divine Dragon Ball?" Chu Liang showed a puzzled look, indicating he had never heard of it.

"This is a disgrace to our Dragon Race," the Azure Dragon began to explain.

It turned out that after the Dragon God’s defeat in the battle against the heavens, it wasn’t left without a trace. He left behind his broken Dragon Ball and throne, the ball containing the mighty power of the Dragon God’s Great Dao, no mere match for Chu Liang’s token.

Latterly, powerful dragons gathered at the Ancient Dragon Nest, hoping to use the power of the Divine Dragon Ball to plan a resurrection of the Dragon God.

But this information was discovered by Shenxu Temple, which intervened to stop it.

The Dragon Race clashed with Shenxu Temple, and the outcome is known to all.

The Ancient Dragon Nest shattered, and the once supreme Dragon Race, which ruled over the Mortal Realm, was fractured, becoming wandering Divine Beasts across the Four Seas and Nine Continents. Although still the most numerous among the Divine Beasts, they could no longer return to their peak.

And that broken Divine Dragon Ball, originally fiercely protected by a Pure Blood Dragon. However, thousands of years ago, as that Pure Blood Dragon grew old, it was stolen by a pair of despicable thieves.

"Those thieves are known as ’Twin Demons,’" the Azure Dragon mentioned these names, his steady voice trembling slightly with deep-rooted hatred.

For the proud Dragon Race, having the sacred object left by the Dragon God stolen is an indelible disgrace. Even more shameful is that they haven’t been able to recover the Divine Dragon Ball for thousands of years.

"The Twin Demons are a pair of Giant Demons formed by the cultivation of Human-faced Mandrills, existing for over three thousand eight hundred years. With the powerful spiritual power of Seventh Realm Human-faced Mandrills, they can transform into various forms to hide, being extremely cunning and brutally ruthless. Although the Dragon Race is spread across the Four Seas and Nine Continents, there was no way to find them. We have tried for thousands of years to capture these two thieves, but have repeatedly failed."

Due to their proud nature, the Dragon Race had never spread this matter outside, making this the first time they sought help from outsiders.

The Azure Dragon looked at Chu Liang and earnestly said, "If you can retrieve the Divine Dragon Ball without relying on the power of your Sect’s elders, then I will recognize you as the true heir of Lord Dragon God."

"A Giant Demon cultivated from Human-faced Mandrills," Chu Liang noted, his face showing a subtle expression, "Senior Azure Dragon, it appears our Dragon Race indeed carries such a profound shame."

"I declare!" Chu Liang spoke indignantly, "From now on, Human-faced Mandrills are my lifelong enemies!"