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"Yan Qiqi, do you really know where we are going and what we are going to do?" Wei Chen looked at Yan Qiqi and asked calmly.
"I’m not sure either, but no matter where you go, I want to follow you," Yan Qiqi replied.
Hearing this, Wei Chen felt a warmth in his heart. Having such a gentle and lovely girl willing to dedicate herself to him filled him with gratitude.
Alongside that gratitude was an unreserved love.
Yan Qiqi had escorted him through the abyss and into the Demon Realm, where he nearly lost his life; he would always remember that.
"Qiqi, just stick with me, and I’ll take you out to have some fun," Wei Chen said with a cheerful smile at Yan Qiqi.
Yan Qiqi nodded, her face blooming with joy.
Upon reaching Soul Beast Mountain, Wei Chen chose one thousand of the strongest Soul Beasts, all above the Thirty-Three Levels, including two top-tier Soul Beasts at Thirty-Six Levels, to guard the Warship as they flew south towards the Black Magic Clan.
The Warship chosen by Wei Chen was not very large but was incredibly fast. Within half a day, they had left the territory of the Black Magic Clan, soaring hundreds of thousands of miles.
Once outside the territory of the Black Magic Clan, Wei Chen could clearly feel that in terms of prosperity, the areas beyond the Black Magic Clan were incomparable to it.
At the southernmost part of the Black Magic Clan lay towering walls and intricate formations resembling a dense net; this was a trench designed to defend against the Sea Tribe. Millions of troops were stationed there, always prepared for battle.
The threat from the Sea Tribe had existed for a long time, and the Black Magic Clan did not dare to be careless. On average, every eleven years, there would be an attack from the Sea Tribe on the mainland. They rarely targeted the defenses of the Three Great Clans. However, exceptions did occur; if the Sea Tribe could not plunder enough resources outside, they would assault the defenses of the Three Great Clans. Such situations happened once every hundred years.
Once they left the territory of the Black Magic Clan, the scenery changed dramatically, almost resembling a wasteland.
Wei Chen took out a map and studied it for a while before saying, "If we keep walking for a bit longer, we'll reach the Endless Sea. The tribe by the sea is known as the Red Demon Tribe. They are quite weak and always serve as the first line of defense against the Sea Tribe's assaults."
"Ah, how pitiful," sighed the Demon Lotus Emperor. "For eleven years, they've been under constant attack from the Sea Tribe. It's impossible for them to develop."
Wei Chen replied, "They may be pitiful, but from our perspective in the Black Magic Clan, it's a different story. Everything has its reasons. They are the first line of resistance against the Sea Tribe; pity or not, that's their role."
"Exactly. It's good that you can think this way; it's the first requirement for becoming an upper-class individual. One must always view things from a broader perspective—sacrificing some for the greater good is something those in power must learn."
The Demon Lotus Emperor praised him.
Wei Chen sighed and said, "If I had a choice, I wouldn't want to be an upper-class individual at all. It seems pointless; I'd rather live my life in peace."
Hearing this, the Demon Lotus Emperor laughed and said, "You think that way now, but when you truly stand in a position of power, you won't feel that way anymore."
"Why is that?"
"The powerful can access countless resources—whether it's cultivation materials or women. Those in power have the means to claim them. Not wanting to become an upper-class individual is simply not feasible. At the very least, what about your women? Are you going to take care of them yourself and protect them at all times? There will inevitably be moments when you're not around. That's when the benefits of being in power become apparent. With many people under your command, you can summon help at will; they can protect your loved ones and friends while you focus on your own matters. In fact, once you become strong enough, you'll naturally become an upper-class individual with many possessions—including enemies."
The Demon Lotus Emperor looked deeply at Wei Chen and continued, "You will have many enemies. If they can't find trouble with you directly, they'll go after your women instead. You can't divide your attention among so many threats."
The Demon Lotus Emperor's words were quite reasonable; Wei Chen understood the advantages of being in power. However, what he didn't want was all those troublesome matters that came with having countless followers—he would then bear all those responsibilities.
Deep down, he truly preferred a stable life.
In reality, the current Wei Chen was indeed an upper echelon figure in the Demon Realm. As the esteemed Young Master of the Dark Demon Clan and the only Young Mistress, his status was already exceedingly high. The only individuals with a higher standing than him in the entire Demon Realm were the three great Demon Emperors.
Thus, Wei Chen's remarks were merely empty words; when it came to action, the reality was quite different.
Wei Chen smiled and said, "We'll figure it out when the time comes. There will always be a way."
He would not forget that the Great Xia Divine King was still hiding within his Sea of Consciousness. He had to go to the Ancient World, which would inevitably lead him to establish countless enemies. There was even a chance he could become the new Great Xia Divine King.
Would he inexplicably give up such a position?
The answer was clear: no.
Therefore, Wei Chen's words were nothing more than idle talk, not to be taken seriously.
The Demon Lotus Emperor looked at Wei Chen and said, "From now on, you should learn to adopt the attitude of an upper echelon figure. Consider the bigger picture and avoid being overly compassionate. Often, sacrifices made for the greater good are justified."
Wei Chen nodded, recalling how the tribes to the south of the Black Magic Clan served as sacrifices, providing nourishment for the Sea Tribe.
The warship continued its journey and had now reached the skies above the territory of the Red Demon Tribe.
Upon seeing the Black Magic Clan's warship approach, members of the Red Demon Tribe flew up to greet it, led by their chieftain, Lin Song.
"Lin Song pays respects to the Young Mistress."
The people of the Red Demon Tribe hovered in front of the warship and instantly recognized that the young man on deck was none other than Wei Chen, the Young Master of the Dark Demon Clan. His name had spread throughout the Demon Realm and even reached a certain level of fame among the Sea Tribe in the Endless Sea.
Wei Chen had won countless honors through his swordsmanship after defeating Ginger Guest. Now, his strength had reached the pinnacle of the Holy Demon Realm, a fact that had yet to spread, leaving most people unaware.
Wei Chen looked at Lin Song and asked calmly, "Your Excellency?"
"I am the leader of the Red Demon Tribe," Lin Song replied. "The Red Demon Tribe is an affiliated force of the Black Magic Clan. Upon seeing the Black Magic Clan's Warship, I came to pay my respects. I did not expect it to be you, Young Mistress. It is truly an honor, and the entire Red Demon Tribe feels honored as well."
Lin Song was quite eloquent, and Wei Chen found himself somewhat entranced. This person really knew how to flatter! As the saying goes, compliments are always welcome, and Lin Song's words were effective; Wei Chen was pleased.
"Your Excellency is being too polite; we are merely passing through," Wei Chen said with a cheerful smile.
Lin Song clasped his fists and said, "Young Mistress, although there isn't much of value in our Red Demon Tribe, we do have plenty of delicacies salvaged from the Endless Sea. If you do not mind, I hope you will step into the city so we can properly host you."
Hearing this, Wei Chen narrowed his eyes and nodded. "Alright."
The Warship followed Lin Song's group and landed in the first major city of the Red Demon Tribe, Red Demon City.
During the banquet, cups clinked and laughter filled the air as hosts and guests enjoyed themselves.
Wei Chen called Lin Song aside and inquired, "Leader Lin, are all the seafood here sourced from the Endless Sea?"
The banquet featured an abundance of dishes primarily made from seafood, which indeed tasted excellent. It was rare to find such a variety of seafood within Black Magic Palace.
Wei Chen was puzzled; wasn't the Endless Sea a forbidden zone for humans? How could they still catch seafood from there?
Lin Song respectfully replied, "In response to Young Mistress's question, all our seafood comes exclusively from the Endless Sea, ensuring absolute freshness."
Lin Song thought that Wei Chen found the banquet unappetizing and was feeling a bit awkward. Visitors from the Black Magic Palace, upon arriving at the Red Demon Tribe, would typically sample the seafood, most finding it quite tasty. However, a small number struggled to adapt to the flavors, making it difficult for them to enjoy.
Perhaps Wei Chen was simply not accustomed to seafood, which would render this dinner pointless.
Noticing Lin Song's discomfort, Wei Chen waved his hand and smiled, "Tribe Leader Lin, the banquet is excellent; we are all very satisfied. My question was merely out of curiosity."
"Curiosity? Young Mistress, please clarify. If I know the answer, I will certainly explain," Lin Song replied respectfully.
Due to Wei Chen's unique status as the Dark Demon Clan Young Master, Lin Song held him in high regard, a sentiment shared throughout the Red Demon Tribe. Additionally, Wei Chen's swordsmanship had subdued the Ginger Guest and become a topic of admiration, further deepening Lin Song's respect for him.
Such a person would earn countless respects wherever he went.
Wei Chen continued with a smile, "I wanted to ask how you can fish for seafood in the Endless Sea since it is considered a forbidden area for humans?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Song relaxed slightly and responded, "In answer to the Young Mistress's question, the Endless Sea is not as terrifying as it seems. The waters near its edge are quite shallow, and the Sea Tribe generally does not venture there. It is only in the depths of the Endless Sea that the vast ocean harbors the Sea Tribe."
"I see..."
Wei Chen nodded. With this newfound understanding of how the Red Demon Tribe could fish in the Endless Sea, he suddenly felt that perhaps it wasn't so fearsome after all.
In fact, could it be that the Endless Sea wasn't as formidable as what Dark Mages claimed?
After pondering for a moment, Wei Chen asked again, "Tribe Leader Lin, what is the strength of the Sea Tribe within the Endless Sea?"
Given that the Red Demon Tribe resided by the sea, they should have more knowledge about the Endless Sea than most people.
Wei Chen knew deeply that when he arrived at the Endless Sea, it was best to find a local to guide him, which would save him a lot of trouble.
As for what Wei Chen was actually doing at the Endless Sea, he himself had no idea. Under the arrangement of the Demon Lotus Emperor, he had come here inexplicably.
With skill comes boldness; Wei Chen was no longer afraid of anything.
Lin Song pondered for a moment and said, "We don't know the strength of the Endless Sea. The people they send to raid for food aren't very strong; it's just that there are too many of them for us to handle. If we had the same number, our Red Demon Tribe could definitely stop the Sea Tribe from setting foot on our territory."
"Oh? Is the Sea Tribe not strong?"
"Not exactly. It seems that the Sea Tribe doesn't take our strength seriously. The people they send each time are just the lower-tier troops of the Sea Tribe, not the well-trained Sea Tribe Army."
Wei Chen understood clearly now. The Sea Tribe's raids for food involved many people, but their strength was weak; they were merely cannon fodder. In fact, the Sea Tribe might even welcome some of them dying off since they were already short on supplies. Losing some low-level members wouldn't affect their overall strength and would actually help conserve resources.
Wei Chen felt somewhat helpless. Why was there such immense population pressure everywhere in this demonic realm?
"Lin Clan Leader, when is the next time the Sea Tribe will attack our territory?" Wei Chen asked.
Upon hearing Wei Chen's question, Lin Song's expression became serious. He looked intently at Wei Chen and replied, "Reporting to Young Mistress, the Sea Tribe will launch their next attack in three months."
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