"Wait, don't move. I need to talk to you."
As Wei Chen just regained consciousness, a voice echoed within his Sea of Consciousness.
It was the voice of the Demon Lotus Emperor.
Wei Chen thought to himself, "What's going on?"
"You’re in trouble. I just overheard those people talking, and it turns out you're actually one of the Black Magic Clan!"
"Black Magic Clan? What is that? Am I not the Demon Lotus Successor?"
"You inherited the Demon Lotus Heart, so naturally, you are the Demon Lotus Successor. But this body of yours is not an ordinary one; it has the constitution of the Black Magic Clan. I found it strange at first when I chose you; one reason was your Formation Assignment, and another was your unique constitution that can withstand a lot. At that time, I wondered what kind of constitution you had, and only after coming here did I realize—you’re not human!"
"What the hell! You’re the one who’s not human! I'm a living member of the human race; how can you say I'm not human?"
Wei Chen was furious, but he kept his eyes closed and did not get up.
The Demon Lotus Emperor continued, "In the Soul World, there are human Sea Tribes and other races, but they are all traditional humans. You, however, are not human at all; you belong to the Black Magic Clan! To put it simply, you’re not human; you’re a demon."
Wei Chen was confused. "Am I not in the Magic Stone Space right now?"
"Of course not. The Golden Dragon brought you to the demon realm."
Then, the Demon Lotus Emperor recounted how Yan Qiqi transformed into a dragon and protected Wei Chen as he fell into the abyss...
He was filled with confusion about Yan Qiqi's actions and secretly resented her for inheriting her mother's "fine tradition" of acting recklessly without considering the consequences—just doing whatever came to mind.
However, this time he truly wronged Yan Qiqi.
No matter how impulsive Yan Qiqi was, she would never recklessly plunge into an unknown abyss.
"What is the Demon Realm?" Wei Chen asked.
"The level of the Demon Realm is on par with the Nine Immortal Realm, slightly stronger than the Hua Xia World. However, the Demon Realm cannot defeat the Nine Immortal Realm. There have been several battles between the two, all ending in failure for the Demon Realm," explained the Demon Lotus Emperor.
"Was it initiated by the Nine Immortal Realm or the Demon Realm?"
"Naturally, it was the Demon Realm. The cultivators of the Nine Immortal Realm have no desire to fight with the Demon Realm. The people within the Demon Realm are almost all madmen; they fight recklessly and fearlessly. The attacks on the Nine Immortal Realm by the Demon Realm are probably not for territorial disputes. The demon race is accustomed to living in the Demon Realm, and even if they occupied the Nine Immortal Realm, they would be unable to cultivate there. Demonic Energy and spiritual energy are completely different types of energy," the Demon Lotus Emperor elaborated.
Wei Chen then asked, "Are you saying that I am one of the demon race?"
"Isn't that obvious?"
"Alright, what’s happening outside right now?"
"This is exactly what I wanted to get to, my child! You’re about to become wealthy! I don’t know why you ended up in the Soul World, but you are indeed a member of the demon race and hold a significant position! You currently find yourself in the territory of the Black Magic Clan, which ranks third among the demon clans, and your identity is that of the Dark Demon Clan Young Master! My goodness, how could you have such good fortune? The Dark Demon Clan Young Master is essentially the future leader of the Black Magic Clan!"
The Demon Lotus Emperor sighed repeatedly in lamentation; Wei Chen's luck was something even he envied. No one could possibly have better luck than Wei Chen. Possessing the Demon Lotus Heart and holding the title of Dark Demon Clan Young Master—either one alone could outshine countless Talented Youths.
Wei Chen was unaware, but the Demon Lotus Emperor understood well how powerful the Black Magic Clan was. The demon race was already known for their bravery in battle, and among them, the Black Magic Clan stood out! The Black Magic Clan ranked third among demon clans only due to its limited numbers; overall strength fell slightly short. However, when it came to individual combat power, the Black Magic Clan was unrivaled within the demon race.
If Wei Chen were to become the leader of the Black Magic Clan, how impressive would that be? It would be akin to being a dominant figure at the level of an Immortal Emperor in the Nine Immortal Realm!
Just thinking about it made the Demon Lotus Emperor green with envy; such a status would far surpass his own influence during his tumultuous times in Hua Xia World.
Wei Chen was momentarily stunned and then communicated, "Demon Lotus Emperor, you aren't trying to trick me, are you? The blood of the demon race should be black, while mine is red."
"That's your uniqueness. I don't know why, but you can communicate with them. That strongest elder should be your grandfather; his power is at the Demon Emperor level, comparable to the Immortal Emperor of the Nine Immortal Realm."
After hearing the transmission from the Demon Lotus Emperor, Wei Chen pondered for a moment before slowly opening his eyes.
"Where am I? Who are you?"
Wei Chen frowned as he looked at the group of powerful beings surrounding him, their auras deep and long, and asked in confusion.
"Child, you finally woke up! Is your body recovered?" The white-haired elder, Dark Mage, the leader of the Black Magic Clan, immediately stepped forward and grasped Wei Chen's hand, his eyes filled with excitement.
In the Black Magic Clan, the royal family carries the surname Dark Mage. The other members of the Black Magic Clan have surnames similar to those in Soul World, with little distinction.
The Dark Mage had led the Black Magic Clan for many years. As the clan grew stronger, it gradually threatened the positions of the other two demon races. In recent years, they had been suppressed by a joint effort from both rival clans, making life quite difficult.
Fortunately, Wei Chen had returned; the future of the Black Magic Clan had returned.
"Senior, who are you?" Wei Chen thought about what the Demon Lotus Emperor had said—was this elder truly his grandfather?
A swirl of thoughts lingered in Wei Chen's mind, refusing to dissipate.
"Child, let's talk as we walk around. How about that? The Golden Dragon Maiden has been very good to you; now that you're awake, I'll have someone bring her over."
Wei Chen nodded and replied, "That would be troublesome for you."
The elder and several high-ranking members of the Black Magic Clan led Wei Chen out of the main hall and into the square in front. Soon after, Yan Qiqi emerged from the hall. Upon seeing Wei Chen, her face lit up with joy as she flew over to him and asked with concern, "Are you alright?"
Wei Chen gently patted Yan Qiqi's head and smiled, "It's okay, how are you?"
He had learned from the Demon Lotus Emperor about Yan Qiqi risking her life to escort him out of the Demon Realm, and he felt deeply moved. Seeing that Yan Qiqi was safe brought him some relief.
"I've already recovered, and I must thank this senior," Yan Qiqi said, looking at the Dark Mage. She bowed gracefully and added, "Thank you for your elixir, senior."
The Dark Mage smiled and replied, "It's nothing. You escorted Wei Chen down here; you are a benefactor to the entire Black Magic Clan. We all owe you our gratitude."
"Black Magic Clan? Senior, what is this place?" Wei Chen feigned ignorance and asked in astonishment.
The Dark Mage smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry; I'll take you around while we walk."
With that, a cloud of black mist rose beneath Wei Chen and Yan Qiqi's feet, lifting them into the air.
The Dark Mage and several high-ranking members of the Black Magic Clan also summoned black clouds to fly above, protecting Wei Chen and Yan Qiqi on either side.
Flying ahead, the Dark Mage pointed to an endless expanse of black space and introduced, "Child, this is our ancestral land, stretching millions of miles, vast and boundless. The Black Magic Clan's billions of beings live on this land, diligently contributing their strength to the clan for generations. And you are one of us; you merely fell into the Soul World. Taking advantage of your opportunity to break through the abyss with the operation of the Red Sun, I summoned you down here to help you recognize your roots!"
Even after receiving a reminder from the Demon Lotus Emperor, Wei Chen still felt somewhat bewildered upon hearing the Dark Mage's words.
"Child, you are of royal blood within the Black Magic Clan. All these years wandering outside must have been difficult for you! Alas, we are powerless; due to the influence of spatial laws, those from the Demon Realm cannot enter the Soul World. We could only watch helplessly as you suffered out there."
The Dark Mage looked at Wei Chen with kind eyes, while the surrounding high-ranking members of the Black Magic Clan displayed expressions of hope. The Young Mistress had returned; there was now a successor for the Black Magic Clan. The greatest dilemma that had troubled them was finally resolved, bringing joy from deep within their hearts.
Wei Chen didn't know how to respond. This wasn't a moment for him to speak; he would let the Dark Mage explain everything.
Dark clouds floated ominously, racing across the sky, while the scenes on the ground changed rapidly. Wei Chen and Yan Qiqi were focused intently, barely able to make out the most majestic mountain peaks. The speed was truly astonishing, beyond anything they could imagine.
What was most peculiar was that at such a high altitude, they felt no vibrations or resistance from the wind, as if they were standing still.
"The strength of these individuals is truly remarkable. Such methods cannot possibly exist in Soul World. Even in the Upper Realm of Soul World, there aren't any figures this powerful, right? My identity has always been a mystery; I couldn't find any information about it. All I know is that my adoptive father brought me back and raised me in Wei Family, eventually making me the Demon Lotus Successor... I never expected I had such an identity."
"This identity sounds impressive, but I wonder what it will ultimately bring me?"
Wei Chen pondered when the Dark Mage spoke again, "Child, in Soul World, you are called Wei Chen, correct?"
Wei Chen nodded.
The Dark Mage paused for a moment, then sighed and said, "Child, would you be willing to change your name? Our Dark Magic Royal Family possesses the greatest surname; both the Black Magic Clan and Black Magic Clan are named after us. You can keep the 'Chen' character and be called Black Demon Chen from now on. What do you think?"
Upon hearing this, Wei Chen fell silent.
Which was greater: the grace of life or the grace of nurturing?
Regardless, Wei Family was the family that raised him!
Thinking of the gentle and charming Weirou, Wei Chen squinted and shook his head. "I've grown accustomed to the name Wei Chen. Changing it now is something I can't accept at this moment. Let's discuss this matter later."
Black Demon Mianlu wore a bitter smile. He had anticipated such a response; he understood well the temperament of those from Dark Magic Royal Family—deeply emotional and loyal.
"Alright then, child. Your character is indeed the essence of our Black Magic Clan! However, after the ancestral recognition ceremony, you will be known as Black Demon Chen to outsiders."
"That doesn't sound appealing."
Wei Chen shook his head. Black Demon Chen... why did it feel so awkward? It gave off a vibe of a domineering CEO falling in love with me...
"What do you think would be better?"
The Dark Mage fully respected Wei Chen's opinion. As the last direct descendant of the Dark Magic Royal Family, everything revolved around Wei Chen. As long as that ancestor stayed properly in the Demon Realm, the Dark Mage would be satisfied.
Wei Chen hesitated for a moment and said lightly, "Let's call it Black Demon Wei Chen. What do you think?"
"Good. A four-character name is quite normal in the Demon Realm. It's settled then."
The Dark Mage was very pleased; as long as Wei Chen agreed to put Dark Mage at the front, everything was fine.
"Child, this territory belongs to our Black Magic Clan. The space we are in is called the Demon Realm, which is the highest level of space. The Black Magic Clan ranks third in the Demon Realm, but in recent centuries, we have faced fierce competition and suppression from the Dragon Clan and the Dark Demon Clan. Especially in recent years, the Dragon Clan and the Dark Demon Clan have continuously invaded our borders, and battles have never ceased."
As the Dark Mage spoke, a Black Armored General rushed over with a whistling sound that tore through the air.
"Demon Emperor, Elder of the Dragon Clan has brought eighteen guards and stormed to the front of the Dark Magic Palace. Please return to preside over matters!"
Upon hearing this, the Dark Mage's expression turned cold as he waved his hand and said, "Go!"
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