Chapter 104: Gathering of Forces

"How much do you know about the Demon World?" Li Changsheng asked, frowning.

If he couldn't stop the Holy Demon Prince from opening the portal to the Demon World, and if Demon World powerhouses continuously poured into the Cangqing Realm, the entire world would likely be doomed.

"I was just an outer sect disciple of the Blood Demon Sect in the Immortal World. I don't know much," Mo Chengkong replied, stroking his beard.

Although he had the cultivation of an Earth Immortal, within the Blood Demon Sect, he wasn't particularly strong, barely ranking in the lower-middle tier. His status was mainly due to his age and longevity. In truth, he had little potential left, which was why he had never entered the inner sect.

"Hmm," Li Changsheng nodded, not saying more.

Perhaps he would have to wait until the barrier around the Tiannan Domain disappeared and then ask Elder Gu for more information.

Time flew by.

Another month passed.

Li Changsheng and Mo Chengkong had been waiting at the entrance of the Demon Abyss.

"How many groups have gone in now?" Li Changsheng asked, frowning.

The situation was somewhat beyond his expectations. During this time, cultivators had been streaming into the Demon Abyss without pause. The weakest among them were at the Nascent Soul stage, but he had also seen four or five Great Ascension cultivators enter.

In the past two days, Li Changsheng had even spotted two Transcendence cultivators sneaking in, disguising their presence.

This made Li Changsheng wonder if someone had leaked the news about the Origin Fruit in the Demon Abyss.

"Master, over a hundred people have already entered," Mo Chengkong replied.

The two of them stood within a formation that perfectly concealed their presence. Even a Half-Step Human Immortal would have a hard time detecting them without a thorough inspection.

In the Abyssal Mountains, Lin Ruoxi from the Marquis of Northern Suppression's residence, along with a group of young people and several Great Ascension guards, were heading toward the entrance of the Demon Abyss.

"Ruoxi, that Herbal Hall manager from Pearl City seems strong. Why didn't you invite him to join us for this expedition?" a young woman dressed in black, slightly less beautiful and tall than Lin Ruoxi, whispered as she walked beside her.

"I'm quite interested in that legendary Manager Li!"

Upon hearing this, the other young men and women in the group turned their attention to Lin Ruoxi.

In the past two years, aside from the sudden rise of the General's Mansion's prodigal son, Xiao Zhengyan, the most talked-about figure in Ming Province was the mysterious Herbal Hall Manager Li.

Not only had Manager Li single-handedly killed the managers of several major merchant houses in Pearl City, but he had also killed several of the General's Mansion's Black Armored Cavalry, including their commander.

Moreover, in recent years, the Herbal Hall's rapid development had made it a strong contender for the top three merchant houses in Ming Province.

However, the mysterious Manager Li had rarely made public appearances in the past two years, and invitations from various factions were often ignored.

Some enthusiasts had even crowned Manager Li as the number one figure among the younger generation of Ming Province. Many were curious about him but had never had the chance to meet him.

"The news about the Heaven Spirit Grass in the Demon Abyss might just be a rumor, and I'm not very familiar with Li Daoyou. It wouldn't be appropriate to invite him casually," Lin Ruoxi shook her head.

Although she knew slightly more about Li Changsheng, it was only superficial.

The two had only met a few times.

"Li Chunyang, Manager Li shares your surname. Before, you were known as the top figure of the younger generation in Ming Province. Now that the title has been taken, aren't you going to challenge him after coming out of seclusion?" The black-clad girl, her eyes sparkling mischievously, turned to Li Chunyang, a young man in Taoist robes standing at the back of the group.

The others also turned their attention to Li Chunyang.

A few years ago, Li Chunyang had been the undisputed top figure of the younger generation in Ming Province. Even Lin Ruoxi, another prodigy, had acknowledged his strength.

But in the past two years, not only had the prodigal son Xiao Zhengyan of the General's Mansion advanced to the peak of the Great Ascension Realm, but a previously unknown Manager Li had also emerged from the Herbal Hall.

Li Chunyang, casually chewing on a twig he had picked up from somewhere, said nonchalantly,

"Two weeks ago, I already fought Xiao Zhengyan. I can't even beat him now, let alone compete for the title of the top figure of the younger generation. Let Xiao Zhengyan and Manager Li fight for that title."

"The Marquis of Northern Suppression's people have also entered. Should I go in and investigate?" Mo Chengkong asked quietly, watching Lin Ruoxi and her group enter the Demon Abyss.

"Go take a look," Li Changsheng nodded.

Dealing with Xiao Zhengyan and his group was something he could handle alone. He didn't need Mo Chengkong's help.

"Understood," Mo Chengkong nodded, his figure disappearing as he blended into the demonic energy of the Demon Abyss. Even a Transcendence cultivator would struggle to detect his presence.

Three days later.

Xiao Zhengyan arrived at the entrance of the Demon Abyss with over twenty people.

"Finally!" Xiao Zhengyan looked at the entrance of the Demon Abyss, a look of joy on his face.

According to his memories from his past life, Li Chunyang had obtained the Origin Fruit in the Demon Abyss around this time. After Li Chunyang's success, countless people had rushed into the Demon Abyss, turning it upside down in search of more Origin Fruits. However, they found nothing and instead enraged powerful demonic creatures deep within the abyss, resulting in countless casualties.

In his past life, the location where Li Chunyang had found the Origin Fruit had long been exposed. Xiao Zhengyan had also visited that valley to see if there were any other treasures, but by the time he arrived, it had already been thoroughly picked clean by other cultivators.

But in this life, the Origin Fruit would be his!

Two weeks ago, he had gone to the Pure Yang Sect to challenge Li Chunyang and had defeated him.

Even if he encountered Li Chunyang in that valley this time, he was confident that his side's strength would completely overwhelm Li Chunyang's group.

Moreover, to ensure there were no unexpected developments, he had already spread the news that the Demon Abyss contained Heaven Spirit Grass. He had even thoughtfully drawn a few incomplete maps.

The maps were hastily made, but the Demon Abyss did indeed have Heaven Spirit Grass. The only problem was that the demonic creature guarding it was at the Half-Step Human Immortal level.

Furthermore, the location of the Heaven Spirit Grass was deep in the Demon Abyss, entirely separate from the area where the Origin Fruit was located.

"Heaven Spirit Grass is valuable, but how can it compare to the Origin Fruit?" Xiao Zhengyan murmured.

While Heaven Spirit Grass was a powerful medicinal herb for healing, it paled in comparison to the Origin Fruit.

"The day of my rise begins now!"

"Once I consume the Origin Fruit and break through to the Human Immortal Realm, I'll first eliminate that variable, the Herbal Hall!"

Li Changsheng watched as Xiao Zhengyan and his group entered the Demon Abyss.

A satisfied smile appeared on his face.

He concealed his presence and followed behind Xiao Zhengyan's group.

With his current strength, there was no need to lie in wait anymore.

All Xiao Zhengyan had to do was be a good guide!

However, to be safe, Li Changsheng still laid down over a dozen killing formations at the entrance of the Demon Abyss. If something unexpected happened inside, he could ensure that no one would escape.