The Legend of the Demon Martial Emperor: An Isekai Cultivation Adventure: The Legend of the Demon Martial Emperor, #4

By Wu Shao Yan Zi and Wu Ling

In the Yi family of Hongcheng city, Yi An was an insignificant member, but after his father's disappearance, Yi An and his mother suffered bullying. Until three years ago, when an accident occurred, the real Yi An ceased to exist. The current Yi An is actually a devil cultivator who has crossed over from another world.

After three years of tempering, he rose from the ruins. With the body of a devil cultivator, he broke free from his shackles and looked down upon all others...

A young devil cultivator, reborn into this other world. Here, his brilliance soars again. No devil is too formidable, no devil too fearsome...
 

 

 

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Yi An looked at Meng Xinyun in surprise. This woman seemed to know everything. Hearing her words, Yi An nodded solemnly. His battle with Wang Wuxie had indeed left him quite injured. The Eighteen Phases of Hell had collapsed, and his body had taken an unprecedented amount of strain. Fortunately, he had the Sea Lion Spirit Beast's Inner Core with him, or else he might have been left with irreversible aftereffects. Thinking of this, Yi An couldn't help but curse Wang Wuxie in his heart. He must have known that Yi An had no malicious intent, yet he still attacked with such force.

 Seeming to have guessed Yi An's thoughts, the little girl said with an uneasy expression, "Big brother Yi, I'm sorry. It's all my fault. I got you hurt."
 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zhou Yan
• Release date: Apr 12, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224887729

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Chapter 151 Limitless Blood Qi

Yi An looked at Meng Xinyun in surprise. This woman seemed to know everything. Hearing her words, Yi An nodded solemnly. His battle with Wang Wuxie had indeed left him quite injured. The Eighteen Phases of Hell had collapsed, and his body had taken an unprecedented amount of strain. Fortunately, he had the Sea Lion Spirit Beast’s Inner Core with him, or else he might have been left with irreversible aftereffects. Thinking of this, Yi An couldn’t help but curse Wang Wuxie in his heart. He must have known that Yi An had no malicious intent, yet he still attacked with such force.

Seeming to have guessed Yi An’s thoughts, the little girl said with an uneasy expression, Big brother Yi, I’m sorry. It’s all my fault. I got you hurt.

Looking at the little girl’s self-reproachful face, Yi An felt a pang of pity. He stroked her little head and said, I said I don’t blame you anymore. Don’t worry, with my physical strength, these ten days will be enough for me to recover to my peak. Perhaps with the help of the Sea Lion Spirit Beast’s Inner Core, I might even be able to make some breakthroughs. In that case, I should thank you.

Well, thank you, big brother Yi! The little girl’s self-blame faded somewhat as she raised her little face and said.

Sea Lion Spirit Beast! Meng Xinyun glanced at Yi An in surprise. With her status, she naturally knew the secrets of the Limitless Blood Qi, and she also knew Wang Wuxie’s usual conduct. She hadn’t expected Yi An to turn misfortune into a blessing, gaining Wang Wuxie’s appreciation, who had actually personally killed a Sea Lion Spirit Beast to obtain the Inner Core for him to heal his injuries.

Sea Lion Spirit Beast! Meng Xinyun glanced at Yi An in surprise. With her status, she naturally knew the secrets of the Limitless Blood Qi, and she also knew Wang Wuxie’s usual conduct. She hadn’t expected Yi An to turn misfortune into a blessing, gaining Wang Wuxie’s appreciation, who had actually personally killed a Sea Lion Spirit Beast to obtain the Inner Core for him to heal his injuries.

Seeing the astonishment in Meng Xinyun’s eyes, Yi An responded with a smile, his pride and independence as a genius undiminished. He took pride in his ability to comprehend the Eighteen Phases of Hell and earn Wang Wuxie’s appreciation, not to mention the additional factor of the little girl. Now, with just ten days left until the opening of the Ancient Cave Mansion, Yi An continued to meditate and solidify his cultivation realm. The battle with Wang Wuxie was a surprising boon as he discovered that the scissor phase among the Eighteen Phases of Hell had become a Xiang Ling, a giant blood-red pair of scissors. Moreover, having absorbed some of Wang Wuxie’s Limitless Blood Qi, the Eighteen Phases of Hell were on the verge of completion, not easily shattered by anyone’s attack.

The Limitless Blood Qi, capable of seeking out sea beasts with vigorous blood qi, inherently contains an immensely powerful force. The Limitless Blood Qi absorbed from the battle with Wang Wuxie was equivalent to half a Sea Lion Spirit Beast’s Inner Core, and this blood qi was now being refined within the Eighteen Phases of Hell.

Yi An took a deep breath and settled into meditation, his consciousness delving into his Dantian, which was teeming with vitality. The Seven-Colored Treasure Tree firmly suppressed the Dantian, strengthening it even further. Without the Seven-Colored Treasure Tree, Yi An’s Dantian would likely have collapsed during these fierce battles.

Inside the Eight Directions Mountain River Ding, the waters of the Yellow Springs River surged violently. With a thought, the Black Water True Energy flowed through his meridians, circulating throughout his body for numerous cycles. Each cycle brought a refreshing coolness throughout his body, along with a subtle sense of fulfilment, making Yi An feel that his Black Water True Energy had essentially returned to its peak - the Second Layer of Martial Ancestor.

A slight smile appeared on Yi An’s lips. It was unexpected that after the battle with Luo Wuyuan, having just broken through to the First Layer of Martial Ancestor, he had already reached the Second Layer so quickly. Yi An marveled to himself, with the combination of Black Water True Qi and the Eighteen Phases of Hell, boasting the might to devour the heavens and earth, his advancement in realm was indeed swift. A Dragon Tiger Core, the strength of Mo Wuchou at the Fifth Layer of Martial Ancestor, and the Inner Core of the Sea Lion Spirit Beast, all were devoured and absorbed by Yi An, naturally leading to a smooth increase in his realm.

Thinking of the Eighteen Phases of Hell, Yi An felt a heaviness in his heart. True Energy surged, the waters of the Yellow Springs River raised towering waves, emerging from his body. A terrifying bloody aura emanated from him, and above his head, the silhouettes of the Eighteen Phases faintly appeared - seas of blood and fire, vicious ghosts fighting, mythical beasts roaring - indeed, it was the Eighteen Phases of Hell!

The moment the Eighteen Phases appeared, an overwhelming aura erupted around Yi An, vastly different from Luo Wuyuan’s Six Steps of Momentum. His Eighteen Phases of Hell carried a devouring aura, and the gates of the Eighteen Phases rippled with a faint yet powerful gravitational force, as if they could swallow everything around them.

Yi An’s body shook, and the Eighteen Phases of Hell emitted a faint bloody glow. Among them, the Tongue Puller Phase and Scissor Phase flipped constantly. He had now gained perfect control over these two Phases. Sensing that the other sixteen Phases were lifeless, Yi An couldn’t help but sigh. His path of growth was long and arduous. If he could master all Eighteen Phases, then with their Heaven-and-Earth-devouring might, who could ever be his match?

Yi An had a faint feeling that the formation of the Xiang Ling was absolutely crucial to the maturation of the Eighteen Phases of Hell. He had also discovered a clue to the formation of the Xiang Ling: by devouring objects with dense blood qi, there was a high chance of forming a Xiang Ling.

Yi An focused his consciousness on these two Phases. The Tongue Puller Phase surged with blood qi, and a long-tongued evil ghost struggled and roared, as if it wanted to break out of the Phase Gate. The Scissor Phase also burst forth with a bloody glow, and a pair of giant blood-red scissors stood motionless within the Phase. Though they did not move, their faint aura of destruction was not to be underestimated.

With the might of just two Phases, he had slain Mo Wuchou, a Martial Ancestor of the Fifth Layer. Even against the unfathomable Wang Wuxie, he had not been at a disadvantage. If his physical body was strong enough, Yi An had absolute confidence that he could fight Wang Wuxie for days and nights, relying on the power of his devouring aura.

This trip to the Ancient Cave Mansion would likely be another bloody battleground, and Yi An couldn’t help but feel anticipation. He wanted to see which blind martial artist would dare to provoke him. He also wanted to use the powerful devouring aura of the Eighteen Phases of Hell to improve his realm. But for now, he still needed to focus on enhancing the strength of his physical body.

The Black Water Body Refining Decision, as its name suggested, was a cultivation method that greatly benefited the physical body. During these days of secluded cultivation, Yi An had repeatedly controlled the True Energy throughout his body, refining his physical body time and time again, making his Martial Ancestor Sixth Layer body even more robust.

Once again invoking the Eighteen Phases of Hell, Yi An felt that with the current strength of his physical body, controlling the Tongue Puller Phase and Scissor Phase should not pose much of a problem.

Time flew by quickly. After three days of arduous cultivation, Yi An continued to delve into the understanding of the Eighteen Phases of Hell. Meanwhile, the entire Endless Islands were whipped into a frenzy by the news of the opening of an ancient martial artist’s cave mansion. The cave, left behind by a ninth-layer Martial Ancestor, naturally contained numerous heavenly materials, divine techniques, and precious treasures. In no time, countless self-proclaimed powerful martial artists gathered on the eastern coast. Consequently, the price of sea boats skyrocketed, benefiting most the newly established Foreigners’ Business Alliance. Initially, the local merchants didn’t own many sea boats, but the foreigners, needing to import goods from the mainland regularly, had far more boats, making Qian Duo, the nominal chairman, very happy. In just a few days, the ten million Martial Pills owed to Martial God Gate were easily recouped.

Within ten days, countless martial artists had already set off for the Raging Waves Sea Area. Those remaining were hastening to purchase sea boats for departure. Enthusiasts even made predictions about the participants of this cave mansion expedition. Naturally, Yi An, the most talked-about figure at the moment, was placed at the top of the list. The princess of the Demon Blood Sect, always by Yi An’s side, was also included, along with the mysterious Meng Xinyun, Luo Wuyuan, Ye Yun, a genius from the fifth-ranked Cloud Dispersion Sect among the seventy-two major forces, Lang Fanyun from Chaos Heaven Palace... Many talented individuals from these forces were speculated to join the expedition. Furthermore, rumors had it that Feng Qingling, the top genius of the Endless Islands who had been quietly cultivating within Wind Return Sect, would also head to the Raging Waves Sea Area. Amid various speculations, everyone knew that the opening of this cave mansion would inevitably lead to a bloody storm, with countless young talents possibly falling, and numerous dark horses unexpectedly emerging.

Despite the sell-out of sea boats, Yi An, the spokesperson for the Foreigners’ Business Alliance, found himself aboard a massive sea boat provided by Qian Duo. When Yi An had approached Qian Duo, he had expressed a desire to keep a low profile, but he hadn’t expected Qian Duo to secure such a large vessel. Qian Duo explained that this was the lowest grade of merchant ship they could offer, leaving Yi An both amused and bewildered. This lowest grade merchant ship was a behemoth compared to the small boats used by other martial artists, prompting Yi An to reassess the strength of the Foreigners’ Business Alliance.

Sitting on the deck, with the sea breeze bringing cool, moist air, the distant waves sparkled, merging the sea and sky into one. Accompanied by a beautiful woman, Yi An felt an immense sense of peace. He simply enjoyed the seascape, basking in the endless beauty.

As the Ancient Cave Mansion opens, who knows how many so-called cultivation geniuses will venture there. This journey, it’s hard to say whether it will bring fortune or disaster, Meng Xinyun said as she sat on the deck, propping herself up with her arms. The sea breeze blew, lifting strands of her hair and revealing her charming face and the enticing curves of her body outlined by her light yellow dress. Yi An glanced at her and then awkwardly turned his head away.

So what! Any unparalleled genius would have to bow in front of my big brother Yi, the little girl sitting by the side said, barefoot and snacking continuously from a bag in her hand.

That’s not necessarily true, little girl. Don’t forget about my junior sister. She’s not the likes of Luo Wuyuan, Meng Xinyun said with a flirtatious look towards Yi An, seemingly curious to see how a battle between her mentioned junior sister and Yi An would unfold.

Your junior sister... the top genius of the Endless Islands—Feng Qingling! The little girl’s tone became solemn. Clearly, the title of the top genius was recognized throughout the Endless Islands, and she was well aware of Feng Qingling’s extraordinary abilities.

Feng Qingling of Wind Return Sect! Yi An murmured, gazing at the boundless sea ahead, his thoughts inscrutable. Suddenly, he said, She will also go to the Raging Waves Sea Area, won’t she? Such an opportunity doesn’t come by often.

Meng Xinyun looked at Yi An in surprise. His handsome face showed no emotion, as if he was merely enjoying the scenery of the sea merging with the sky, not taking Feng Qingling seriously. Meng Xinyun felt a stir in her heart. Geniuses usually recognized each other’s talents, and mentioning someone like Feng Qingling should have elicited some reaction from Yi An. Yet, he remained so composed, not even inquiring about her cultivation level. Could it be that he didn’t see Feng Qingling as a threat?

Shaking her head, Meng Xinyun dismissed this thought as an illusion. Although Yi An had defeated Luo Wuyuan and even killed Mo Wuchou, a Martial Ancestor of the Fifth Layer, Feng Qingling was equally extraordinary. Since her cultivation journey began, she had been unmatched among her peers, and as time went on, she only widened the gap with those behind her. Even Luo Wuyuan stood no chance against her. Meng Xinyun was full of confidence in Feng Qingling but seeing Yi An’s demeanor, she couldn’t help but anticipate the showdown between these two unparalleled geniuses to see who was more formidable.

Chapter 152: Ancient Cave Mansion

After a day of sailing, islands finally appeared in sight. In this area of the Raging Waves Sea Area, there were hundreds of islands, large and small, scattered across the sea for hundreds of miles. The Ancient Cave Mansion was located on the largest island—Black Demon Island.

The merchant ship sailed past islands on both sides. Occasionally, larger islands with dense forests and steep cliffs could be seen from miles away. It wasn’t until the next morning that Yi An’s ship reached Black Demon Island. The entire island was gloomy and eerie, with a towering peak in the center shrouded in dark clouds, obscuring the summit from view.

Several miles away from Black Demon Island, Yi An ordered the ship to stop. He took Wang Xueyan and Meng Xinyun and leaped off the ship, gliding over the waves like immortals. With a tap of their toes, they disappeared and reappeared on the shore in the blink of an eye.

Standing on the soft, golden sand, Yi An took a deep breath and looked up at the towering peak in the center of the island. His heart was calm, but suddenly his eyes narrowed as he turned his head toward the left. A black figure was approaching, riding the waves, while a massive beast shadow followed closely behind, letting out a low growl.

It’s a Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast! Yi An said, each word clear. He had killed one of these sea beasts before and was very familiar with its aura. Moreover, this Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast was larger than the one Yi An had encountered previously. However, the figure’s momentum seemed equally formidable. The Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast repeatedly leaped out of the water, trying to bite the black figure, only to be cleverly dodged. Yi An couldn’t help but be astonished. Who was this person with such astonishing strength?

It’s Lang Fanyun from Chaos Heaven Palace! Martial Ancestor Third Layer! Cultivates the Mysterious and Unfathomable Overcast and Rain Reversal Technique, Meng Xinyun murmured as she watched the black figure approaching the beach from the sea.

Lang Fanyun from Chaos Heaven Palace! The fifth-ranked force among the seventy-two major forces. A talented figure from the sect, Yi An’s eyes narrowed. He had just arrived on Black Demon Island and already encountered such a genius. The Endless Islands were truly rich in talented individuals.

Roar!

A thunderous roar echoed as Lang Fanyun stepped onto the beach, riding the waves. The Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast let out an angry roar and followed suit, its massive body crawling onto the beach. It raised its sharp claws, glinting coldly, and swiped at Lang Fanyun.

Lang Fanyun’s figure, though much smaller than the Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast’s paw, was incredibly agile. With a swift movement, he dodged the beast’s powerful swipe and, in a flash, appeared all around the Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast. Beams of white light shot out towards the beast.

The giant beast roared as the white light hit its body, causing blood to flow from its tough scales. It struggled and thrashed, its massive claws swiping through the air, but unable to hit Lang Fanyun.

Suddenly, with another roar, the Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast swung its tail, attempting to dive back into the sea. Lang Fanyun moved rapidly on the beach, creating dozens of afterimages by the shallow waters. He conjured huge waves, which quickly formed a water tornado with a gaping maw, engulfing the fleeing Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast with unstoppable force.

Splashing sounds filled the air as the water tornado hit the Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast, dragging it into the depths of the sea. After a while, all was quiet.

Brother Lang has impressive skills. Your Overcast and Rain Reversal Technique has reached a new level of mastery, even forming the might of a water dragon. I believe even Luo Wuyuan would be no match for you! A voice filled with a grand aura sounded. Yi An and the others looked over to see a figure emerging from the jungle and stopping about thirty feet in front of Lang Fanyun, standing with his hands clasped as the sea breeze rustled his clothes.

It’s Ye Yun! The young prodigy of Cloud Dispersion Sect! Meng Xinyun exclaimed in a low voice.

This Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast is comparable to a Martial Ancestor of the Sixth Layer! My strength is inferior; I only managed to repel it using the terrain advantage. How could I compare to Brother Yi’s Eighteen Phases of Hell? Lang Fanyun said with a slight smile, his gaze shifting towards Yi An, filled with a soaring will to fight.

Yi An’s heart tightened as his gaze met Lang Fanyun’s, feeling the tension. Meng Xinyun lightly nudged Yi An and then slowly approached, saying, Brother Ye is right. Brother Lang’s technique has become even more refined. If it weren’t for the Dragon Tiger Power Whale Beast trying to flee, it might have already been defeated by Brother Lang!

Meng Xinyun nudged Yi An, prompting him to quickly react. With the cave mansion ahead, it was best to avoid any unnecessary conflict. The fighting spirit that had risen in his heart subsided, and he also walked over to join them.

Lang Fanyun and Ye Yun approached together, their expressions calm and composed. Both were handsome and dashing figures, and they were considered the most outstanding young talents in the Endless Islands. When Yi An met their gazes, he felt a sense of mutual respect.

I have long heard of Brother Yi’s reputation. Your Eighteen Phases of Hell are truly elusive and unpredictable. My Overcast and Rain Reversal Technique might seem inadequate in comparison, Lang Fanyun said. Though modest, he had a hint of pride in his tone, as if subtly challenging Yi An.

Haha! If Brother Lang finds his technique inadequate, then I, Ye Mou, would not dare to show off my humble Roaming Cloud Technique.

I only comprehended the Eighteen Phases of Hell by chance; I’m far from as formidable as the two of you say. If we were to truly fight, I’m afraid I would be no match for either of you.

Hahahaha!

The three of them burst into laughter. When the laughter subsided, they simultaneously released their auras, sending sand and pebbles flying from the beach. A small tornado formed within the area around them, growing increasingly powerful. Their expressions turned serious, but there was no hint of competition in their gazes. Instead, they seemed to have found kindred spirits.

Ahem!

Meng Xinyun saw their display and spoke up at the opportune moment. The three of them immediately suppressed their auras. Yi An smiled slightly at Lang Fanyun and Ye Yun, his expression filled with admiration. Lang Fanyun and Ye Yun returned the sentiment.

Since Miss Meng is here, Feng Qingling must have also come to Black Demon Island! Ye Yun said as he glanced at Meng Xinyun.

Meng Xinyun’s beautiful face lit up, and she smiled charmingly. I do not know my junior sister’s whereabouts. However, this young genius Yi An has been making quite a name for himself lately. My junior sister’s reputation as the number one genius might be in jeopardy. I wonder if she can remain unmoved.

Lang Fanyun shook his head and said, Miss Feng is a remarkable person; she wouldn’t care about such a reputation. However, with the young prodigies of the Endless Islands gathering for this expedition to Black Demon Island, I believe Miss Feng will likely join as well!

A glint flashed in Ye Yun’s eyes, and he nodded in agreement. Yi An, however, wore an indifferent expression, making it hard to guess his thoughts.

Moreover, I’ve heard that many seniors have also arrived. With them here, the competition will surely be even fiercer, Lang Fanyun remarked, glancing at the young girl. Clearly, he was aware of Wang Wuxie’s presence on the Endless Islands, but he didn’t seem the least bit discouraged by the arrival of certain seniors.

They walk their path, and we cross our bridge. Do you two really think we should fear them? Some seniors might not even be a match for us, Ye Yun said, his tone brimming with arrogance.

You two really have no idea of the vastness of the heavens and the earth. What if my dad was here? Hmm! The young girl huffed, clearly dissatisfied with their haughty words.

Uh... A personage like Senior Wang wouldn’t deign to compete with the likes of us, so there’s nothing to fear! Lang Fanyun recognized the young girl and spoke with a hint of admiration. Who on the Endless Islands didn’t know the name Wang Wuxie?

Hehe! Yi An smiled and said, So, do the three of us join forces, or do we each go our separate ways?

Ye Yun and Lang Fanyun exchanged glances, both shaking their heads. Ye Yun said, Although I’d like to join Brother Yi in storming Black Cloud Peak, my goal for this trip isn’t the Ancient Cave Mansion. I’m simply seeking a breakthrough in this place teeming with strong contenders.

Lang Fanyun nodded and added, I am somewhat interested in the Ancient Cave Mansion, but since Brother Yi has a beauty for company, I, who enjoy solitude, won’t disturb you. Haha! After speaking, Lang Fanyun bowed, stepped back, and quickly disappeared into the depths of the jungle, already ten feet away after a brief flash.

Watching Lang Fanyun disappear, Ye Yun shook his head and said, I, too, will take my leave. I wish you, Brother Yi, success in obtaining the treasure!

Whoosh!

Ye Yun, equally extraordinary, leapt and disappeared into the jungle, leaving Yi An and Meng Xinyun exchanging glances. Yi An shook his head, somewhat helpless, and said, These two are no less formidable than Luo Wuyuan. It’s just that they might be slightly inferior in their martial arts. If we were to encounter them in the future, they would prove to be tough opponents.

Meng Xinyun nodded, silently looking in the direction where the two had vanished.

Let’s go!

The trio made their way into the jungle. Black Demon Island, being the largest island in the Raging Waves Sea Region, naturally harbored various exotic beasts. Along the way, they encountered other adventurers, including foreign martial artists. Some, upon seeing the stunning woman accompanying Yi An, wanted to approach them. However, Yi An’s imposing aura made many retreat in fear. Recognizing him, some realized that this martial artist, accompanied by two beautiful women, was the rising star Yi An, the one who had comprehended the mysterious and unpredictable Eighteen Phases of Hell.

The arrival of countless martial artists had turned the originally tranquil Black Demon Island into a bustling place. Beast roars and continuous fighting sounds could be heard everywhere. The periphery was relatively safe, with lower-level demonic beasts that some martial artists could handle. However, as they ventured deeper, they encountered significantly stronger beasts, claiming the lives of many martial artists.

Although it was known that the Ancient Cave Mansion was located on Black Demon Island, with the island spanning tens of miles, covered in dense jungles and treacherous peaks, it was unclear where the mansion could be found. Thus, finding the Ancient Cave Mansion was not a task that could be accomplished in a day or two. Many martial artists believed the mansion was located on Black Cloud Peak, but since no one had ever climbed it, everyone was making their way toward the center of the island.

As time passed and explorers ventured deeper, casualties increased. Many started forming alliances, with various large and small teams emerging. These were primarily from the seventy-two major powers of the Endless Islands. They used their sects’ names to recruit members and strengthen their alliances.

The strongest among these was undoubtedly the Falling Flower Alliance, led by Luo Wuyuan. Initially, the martial artists were independent fighters, and those who managed to penetrate more than ten miles into the island were quite powerful. Using his formidable strength and reputation as the second greatest genius, Luo Wuyuan recruited a dozen talented youths.

Additionally, there were several other notable alliances, such as the Demon Blood Alliance led by the Demon Blood Sect; the Cloud Dispersion Alliance led by the Cloud Dispersion Sect; the Chaos Heaven Alliance led by the Chaos Heaven Palace... In short, many of the top-ranking sects among the seventy-two major powers had formed their own alliances, featuring their sects’ young elites and also recruiting some independent martial artists.

Chapter 153: Hell Alliance

Although many sects had formed alliances, the top-ranked Wind Return Sect and the second-ranked Divine Prison Island were not present. However, it was rumored that the Wind Return Sect’s unparalleled genius had already arrived on Black Demon Island, and Huang Jiyue, the leader of the younger generation of Divine Prison Island, had been spotted fighting an eight-armed, single-horned rhinoceros a few days prior. The location of their encounter was the foot of Black Cloud Peak.

Huang Jiyue’s appearance naturally sparked much speculation. Later, some people claimed to have seen a graceful and agile figure on the mountainside of Black Cloud Peak, speculating that it was Feng Qingling, the number one genius of the Endless Islands. Others refuted this, arguing that the person was only at the Seventh Layer of Martial Teacher. How could a person of that strength encounter Feng Qingling on the mountainside? The person couldn’t refute this, but the news that Feng Qingling was on the island had already spread.

With all the factions forming alliances on Black Demon Island, the scattered martial artists also began to consider their options. Some joined the alliances of the seventy-two major powers for self-preservation. However, as another powerful force, the foreign martial artists had other plans!

At this moment, Yi An was standing in a valley, facing three martial artists around the Sixth or Seventh Layer of Martial Warrior. The trio looked at Yi An with anticipation, and one of them said, The various factions on Black Demon Island are gathering and forming alliances. It seems they intend to suppress us, the outsiders. Brother Yi, you are the leader of the foreign martial artists. We three hope that you can lead us in establishing an alliance to resist the suppression from the other factions, allowing us to have a chance of survival on Black Demon Island.

The three expressed their hopes and enthusiasm, almost as if they wished Yi An would immediately form such an alliance. However, Yi An had a great reputation and unfathomable strength. Even though they were fellow outsiders, the three of them had no say in front of Yi An. At this moment, the three of them had been elected by many outsiders to persuade Yi An.

Yi An pondered in his heart. He had been on Black Demon Island for three days and had heard about the distribution of forces on the island. Yesterday, Meng Xinyun and Wang Xueyan had gone to find their respective forces. He had ventured into the depths of Black Demon Island alone, encountering many exotic beasts along the way. Although these demonic beasts were nothing in his eyes, they were too powerful for some of the weaker individuals.

Yi An encountered these three individuals in a dense forest, locked in combat with a Flame Blood Python as thick as a water barrel and over fifteen meters long. The python’s bloodline was comparable to a martial artist at the First Layer of Martial Ancestor, and its scales were as hard as fine iron. It could breathe fierce flames, making it a formidable opponent. Despite the trio’s combined efforts, they were tightly ensnared by the python and unable to escape. Yi An, initially reluctant to intervene, was recognized by one of them, also an outsider. Moved by camaraderie, he used the mighty Eighteen Phases of Hell to effortlessly kill and consume the Flame Blood Python.

Brother Yi might not be aware, but several people from the Martial God Gate have also arrived on Black Demon Island. Moreover, they have rallied a group of experts and called themselves the Vengeance Alliance. This is indeed targeting you, Brother Yi. Although your cultivation is unparalleled and the might of the Eighteen Phases of Hell is unstoppable, the Vengeance Alliance includes two individuals at the First Layer of Martial Ancestor and others above the Eighth or Ninth Layer of Martial Teacher. If they join forces, even you might find it difficult to handle them. There are also other alliances that have formed upon hearing the news. I humbly request that you step forward, lead the outsiders, and establish an alliance! This person, named Ning Huo, was at the Eighth Layer of Martial Teacher, already considered a genius in his own right. However, he was somewhat deferential in front of Yi An, perhaps because of Yi An’s well-known feat of defeating Mo Wuchou.

Ning Huo looked at Yi An with hopeful eyes. After much consideration and weighing the pros and cons, Yi An finally agreed to the trio’s request and decided to form an alliance, named the Hell Alliance!

In just half a day, the news of Yi An leading the outsiders to establish the Hell Alliance spread throughout the island, and once again, Yi An’s name swept through the hearts of the people.

With this, virtually every martial artist on the island was part of an alliance. Some enthusiasts even began to rank the strength of the alliances, listing the top three. The most highly regarded was the Falling Flower Alliance led by Luo Wuyuan. Including Luo Wuyuan himself, the alliance boasted five Martial Ancestors. Moreover, after his battle with Yi An, Luo Wuyuan had returned to his sect and made a breakthrough, reaching the Fourth Layer of Martial Ancestor, naturally becoming the peak force on Black Demon Island.

The second spot was a matter of debate. Some argued it was the Chaos Heaven Alliance led by Lang Fanyun of the Chaos Heaven Palace, ranked fourth among the seventy-two major powers. This alliance included four