Redemption of a Born Demon

Chapter 325 - 244: In the Age of Cultivation, How Can One Person Stand Alone at the Top? (Part 1)

It was none other than Cheng Zhihong and Yuna, who had rushed over from Japan.

After reporting to their organization through a special channel, the two waited for news within Japan. Sure enough, it wasn’t long before they received word that the Emperor and Japan’s top official were dead.

The situation in Japan changed as a result. They even received news that the Pioneer Group’s forces were in the middle of an emergency evacuation, a development that also seemed to be related to Yi Beidou. Apparently, after dealing with the Emperor and Japan’s top official, he had also captured some of the group’s key personnel.

His terrifying strength and extraordinary Spiritual Sense were simply awe-inspiring, and Yi Beidou’s significance in their eyes grew immensely.

They had come to the Immortal Mountain this time to re-establish contact with Yi Beidou and prepare for the next steps.

"I’ve left a mark on the Immortal Mountain, so I can find it. But it’s best if you wait in the outer sea area for now."

"He conquered that place, after all. It’s theoretically his territory. He allowed me to come and go before, but you never entered the Immortal Mountain with him. Rushing in without his permission would likely displease him. It would be a breach of etiquette; we need to get his approval first."

Cheng Zhihong said to Yuna beside him.

The Earth Immortal Ruins were an extremely precious place, and any rash action could easily sour the other party’s opinion of them.

Yuna nodded slightly, offering no objection.

She had always been a proud and arrogant person. In the past, she would have likely felt a bit displeased, but now she felt nothing of the sort.

The power Yi Beidou had displayed warranted their cautious approach.

Soon, the two of them passed through the storm-wracked region and entered the calm inner circle of the sea.

The surface of the sea was empty. The Penglai Immortal Mountain was hidden within an Array, its true form invisible.

HUMMM!!

The two looked up at the clouds. Within them, radiant light overflowed and ethereal music drifted. A majestic Immortal Mountain floated above the clouds, as if from a dream.

It all looked so real, exuding a unique and captivating allure.

However, thanks to their previous experience, Yuna and Cheng Zhihong were prepared and were not fooled by the mirage.

"It’s so beautiful... An indescribable, spectacular, and stunning sight. It’s a shame it’s just a mirage and not real."

Yuna lamented.

"Who knows if a scene like this ever truly existed? Perhaps in the miracle-filled past, such a sacred place really did exist. It’s even possible that this was the original appearance of the Penglai Immortal Mountain."

Cheng Zhihong said softly.

No one knew how many secrets this world held, nor could anyone fathom what this planet was like before the Severed Communication.

"Alright, let’s land on the real Immortal Mountain first. Follow me."

Cheng Zhihong tore his gaze away, preparing to follow his perception toward the Immortal Mountain’s location.

"Wait, something’s wrong!"

Suddenly, Yuna couldn’t help but cry out in alarm, pointing toward the Immortal Mountain in the sky.

Cheng Zhihong stopped in his tracks and looked up again at the Cloud Immortal Mountain, his pupils contracting sharply.

Atop the Immortal Mountain, a mass of blood-red flames burned fiercely. Even from a great distance, they could still feel its tyrannical power and ominous aura.

They knew, of course, who this blood-red flame belonged to.

Yi Beidou?!

But why was his Demon Flame burning on the Cloud Immortal Mountain?!

Could he have actually ascended the Immortal Mountain in the sky?

The two exchanged a look, their eyes filled with utter disbelief.

「On the other side of the ocean.」

Special Intelligence Bureau.

"Director, we’ve just received word that a private rocket is about to launch. It’s highly likely Devi is on board. Do we need to respond?"

a subordinate reported to Kasey Rich, whose muscles seemed ready to burst out of his suit.

Because of the last mistake in Donghua, they still had sanctions placed on Devi.

"No need. The situation has changed."

Kasey said calmly.

Yes, the situation had changed.

They were, of course, aware of the massive stir Yi Beidou had caused in Japan. The deaths of the Emperor of Japan and their top official, in particular, had sent a huge shock through the upper echelons of the Starry Sky Country.

They discovered they had still underestimated the destructive potential of such an individual.

The attitude of the higher-ups had, in fact, already begun to change some time ago.

Those old geezers from the Hidden World were not under their control; even if they all died, those people might not even care. Their only choice was to cultivate talent from the modern world.

And Devi, who had once fought Yi Beidou head-on and was, to a certain extent, his equal, had undoubtedly become far more important.

As long as he didn’t explicitly commit treason, his various actions could now be tolerated.

It was just that regarding the previous sanctions, the higher-ups needed a face-saving way to back down.

"Send a message to Devi. Tell him I wish him all the best."

Kasey said.

"This... Won’t this displease certain people?"

the subordinate asked hesitantly.

"Rest assured. Some people will have sent their regards long before I do."

A slight smile touched Kasey’s lips.

A rocket launch site somewhere in the Starry Sky Country.

An aerospace rocket stood tall in the center of the launch site as staff performed the final pre-launch checks.

Not far from the rocket, Devi stood with his arms crossed, calmly gazing at the vessel before him.

From behind, Marsco walked quickly toward him.

"Multiple agencies, including the Special Intelligence Bureau and the National Defense Bureau, have sent messages wishing you complete success in achieving humanity’s first breakthrough."

Marsco said to Devi.

"It seems the events in Japan have struck fear into some people."

Devi’s lips curled into a mocking smile.

"That’s a given. That young man from Donghua did something world-changing."

Marsco added his own assessment.

"He’s only changed the modern world, but his Cultivation has also taken a major step forward. And now, I have to ride his coattails."

The smile on Devi’s face vanished, replaced by a calm and indifferent expression.

He knew that if Yi Beidou hadn’t stirred up a storm in Japan, launching successfully would have involved more complications. Although he could have resolved them himself, it left him with the feeling of being indebted to the other man, which he found extremely irritating.

"I will repay you. I’ll do it by becoming even stronger. Just you wait for our next meeting."

Devi muttered to himself.

"Sirs, everything is ready. The rocket can launch at any time. The astronaut can now board the capsule."

Just then, one of the site managers walked over and spoke.

"Well then, good luck."

Marsco looked at Devi.

Devi didn’t speak. With a light tap of his foot, his figure shot forward like a phantom, and he quickly entered the rocket.

He wasn’t wearing any kind of pressure suit, just a set of casual clothes made from a special material. He didn’t look like he was going on a journey through space, but more like he was boarding a regular airplane.

Devi boarded the capsule, and all personnel evacuated.

As the countdown from the mission control center finished, the rocket instantly ignited.

BOOM!!

Flames erupted, and the earth rumbled.

Propelled by its powerful engines, the rocket rapidly ascended, leaving a fiery trail as it streaked across the sky. It quickly broke through the atmosphere, heading for the deep, boundless expanse beyond.

Meanwhile, not far from the launch base, official media personnel from the Starry Sky Country watched the rocket ascend and took numerous photographs.

Once Devi returned successfully, a massive promotional campaign would be launched across the Starry Sky Country.

The turmoil Yi Beidou had stirred up in Japan was so great that its effects were felt even within the Starry Sky Country.

The Starry Sky Country had always been number one in the world, and individual combat strength was no exception.

They needed a role model, an invincible superhero.

Only then could everyone maintain their confidence and pride, and continue to advance even more rapidly.

And Devi undoubtedly fit the bill.

「Some time later.」

The spacecraft entered its designated orbit and switched to a stable cruising mode.

Inside the cabin, the zero-gravity environment of space caused the human body to float, usually requiring one to hold onto something to maintain balance.

However, Devi was currently sitting cross-legged in mid-air, completely motionless, like a true Deity.

"Mr. Devi, you may exit the craft whenever you are ready."

The voice of a staff member from mission control came through the communicator.

Devi, sitting cross-legged in the Void, snapped his eyes open.

Now, he would step out of this iron shell—this eggshell and swaddling cloth—and truly face the vast, boundless Void with nothing but his mortal body.