Chapter 656: 267. Diverting Disaster Eastward (Seeking Subscriptions)_2
It never expected that the "Bear Demon," whom it always looked down upon for not being sharp-minded, could make such a logical speculation.
Moreover, this speculation was recognized by Emperor Tiger Boss and the others, making it difficult for it to accept it all at once.
Clearly, everyone was stationed together at the periphery of the Ten Thousand Mountains as Demon Generals, with cultivation and talents on par. How did this "Bear Demon" secretly grow?
Previously, even with such movement technique speed, it only stayed in terms of cultivation, but now even his mind has grown. What does he want to do?
Could it be...
Before the Leopard Demon could come back to his senses, Emperor Tiger saw the crowd of Demon Kings affirm the "Bear Demon's" speculation and lifted his claw to indicate:
"Since we have discovered those people's conspiracy, why don't you all discuss how we should respond?"
Emperor Tiger greatly enjoyed asking for opinions from his subordinate Demon Kings and Demon Generals.
This was a habit learned from his Great Demon King father, which the Wei people called "brainstorming."
In addition to this, he had confidence in his own bloodline, talents, and divine skills, vowing to win against the Human Clan's Geniuses in the competition ten years later.
With a capable group of subordinates, he could then fully concentrate most of his efforts on cultivation.
The group of Demon Kings looked at each other, none speaking first. After all, even someone as strong as the Great Demon King Cangmu couldn't find traces of those hidden people. It would be too difficult for them, with cultivation only at the Second Grade Realm, to find those people.
After a moment of silence.
The Tiger Clan Demon King, who brought Chen Yi to the cave mansion, stepped forward and replied:
"Great King, since it's Xiong Shou who proposed the idea, why not let him speak his thoughts first?"
Hearing this, several other Demon Kings nodded repeatedly, all eyes falling on Chen Yi, strange-looking faces showing a bit of approval.
Emperor Tiger's mouth curled into a cold smile, fully understanding their intentions.
However, he knew these Demon Kings were the most powerful in his cave mansion and needed to be treated well.
Just as his father said, the demon clan is like a pack of "dogs;" not only should they be given bones from time to time, but they also need to be knocked around a bit to prevent them from harboring other thoughts.
Only this way can they be trusted to put their lives on the line.
Emperor Tiger wholeheartedly agreed and immediately looked at Chen Yi, saying, "Since these uncles of your clan have spoken, why don't you speak up?"
Chen Yi: "..."
Uncles?
Do the demons in the Demon Court also arrange seniority?
Chen Yi secretly glanced at the demons in the cave mansion, thinking that since he still needed them for now, he would play along with their act.
Once he finishes his business and returns to the Wei Dynasty from the Demon Court, he definitely plans to overturn the mountain-dwelling demons!
"Those people not only killed the Snow Wolf but also used us as a weapon to start a war with the humans at Beixiong Pass. It's truly outrageous."
"I believe we absolutely shouldn't let them have their way and should report this to the elders. It would be best if His Majesty the Demon Emperor could speak out and directly blockade the outskirts of the Ten Thousand Mountains."
If things were as Chen Yi suggested, the Demon Court would need to assign Great Demons and Demon King level demons to the periphery of the Ten Thousand Mountains.
This would be more helpful for his next move!
"Blockade the periphery?" Emperor Tiger walked back and forth inside the cave mansion, pondering for a moment before coming to a decision:
"Let's do as you suggest. Later, I will send a message to my father and let him report it to His Majesty the Demon Emperor!"
The dozen or so Demon Kings on the other side nodded in agreement with this approach.
"Great King, perhaps you should let the Emperor Heaven Ancestor order you to handle this matter?" that Tiger Clan Demon King suggested.
"Oh?" Emperor Tiger's eyes lit up, "Are you saying...?"
"Great King is now not much different in cultivation and talent from the other candidates, but to compete with them, besides strength, you also need a battle achievement that can be presented!"
"Previously, that Monkey Demon guy went to the Southern Barbarian Secret Realm to intercept the Human Clan's Geniuses for this reason, but he failed."
"And if the Great King can take on the task of blockading the Ten Thousand Mountains, even if you don't manage to find those pests in the end, you can use the opportunity to command the demons, which would be a tremendous benefit for you."
This statement made not only all the other Demon Kings excited, but even Chen Yi was somewhat surprised by this Tiger Clan Demon King.
Previously, he thought of demons merely as beings who fight blindly, lacking in strategic thinking.
Even the cunning strategies of "Black Impermanence," who has been lurking in the Wei Dynasty for years, mostly operate in the shadows, secretly developing spies.
Upon arriving at the Demon Court, he discovered that these Demon Kings who have lived for hundreds or even thousands of years, each have cultivation and wisdom that is not lacking at all.
Though they are slightly inferior compared to the Great Masters of the Kyoto Academy and the people of "Extremely Pure Heaven," the idea of devising strategies for the Emperor Tiger's reputation is already quite commendable.
More than a dozen Demon Kings on the other side heard this, nodded in agreement with such an approach.
"Great King, why not let the Emperor Heaven Ancestor order you to handle this matter?" suggested the Tiger Clan Demon King.
"Oh?" Emperor Tiger's eyes brightened: "You're saying..."
"Since the Great King and the other candidates aren't much different in cultivation and talent, to compete with them, besides strength, a noteworthy deed is also essential!"
"That Monkey Demon rushed to the Southern Barbarian Secret Realm to ambush the Human Clan's Genius for this very reason, but it failed."
"If the Great King can handle the blockade of the Ten Thousand Mountains, even if you don't find all those scoundrels, you can seize this opportunity to command all the demons. This is a great advantage for you."
Upon hearing these words, not only other Demon Kings and the Emperor Tiger were moved, but even Chen Yi was a bit surprised by this Tiger Clan Demon King.
Previously, he only associated demons with fighting and killing, with little regard for scheming.
Even the cunning strategies of "Black Impermanence," who has been lurking in the Wei Dynasty for years, mostly operate in the shadows, secretly developing spies.
Upon arriving at the Demon Court, he discovered that these Demon Kings who have lived for hundreds or even thousands of years, each have cultivation and wisdom that is not lacking at all.
Though they are slightly inferior compared to the Great Masters of the Kyoto Academy and the people of "Extremely Pure Heaven," the idea of devising strategies for the Emperor Tiger's reputation is already quite commendable.
"Brother Hu is right, if the Great King accepts this task, it would be an absolute boon for our White Stone Cave Mansion!"
"By that time, not only can you command all the mountain peaks around the Ten Thousand Mountains, but also direct the various Demon Kings and Demon Generals from the Demon Court!"
"It's not just the Great King; even we brothers can share some of the responsibilities..."
The Leopard Demon, seeing the Demon Kings growing more excited, couldn't help but glance at the tall "Bear Demon" beside him.
Is this really the "Lao Xiong" he knows?
If not for the build and demonic aura, he would have thought this "Bear Demon" was a Human Race impersonation.
Could it be that it had found some clever Little Demons to come up with plans?
Be they Fox Clan or Jackals, perhaps he should try to recruit some Little Demons too.
If even the Leopard Demon thinks this way, let alone Emperor Tiger, who is not any less eminent in the Demon Court than Chen Yi is in the Wei Dynasty as the offspring of a Great Demon King.
With its ambition, it's not hard to see the benefits of such actions.
"Since that's the case, I'll depart for Rotten Ke Mountain now."
For such an important matter, communication through letters is out of the question. Emperor Tiger felt it necessary to consult directly with his father, seeking his support.
"It's best that the Great King goes in person, the Ancestor will surely be pleased..."
Whether the Old Demon King is pleased, Chen Yi doesn't care; he just knows that if he doesn't handle Emperor Tiger soon, it will be even more troublesome the next time they meet.
He looked at the Demon Kings in high spirits, contemplating before speaking: "Reporting to the Great King."
"Hmm?"
Seeing Chen Yi speak up, Emperor Tiger, recalling his earlier performance, restrained his demonic aura a bit and signaled with a raised hand: "Speak freely."
Chen Yi smiled naively, scratching his head: "Great King, if you have no other commands, this old Xiong will head back to the cave mansion."
"When the Great King has everything planned, we, along with the Leopard, should prepare in advance, so as not to bring shame upon you."
Emperor Tiger paused, showing a slight smile on his face, laughing heartily: "Xiong Shou, well done, you're thinking on behalf of me."
The other Demon Kings also smiled contentedly, nodding: "What Xiong Shou says is correct; the Great King has the Great King's matters, and we have our tasks. We should prepare in advance."
"When His Majesty the Demon Emperor makes a decision, we won't be caught off guard."
"That's true..."
Emperor Tiger looked at Bear Demon, growing fonder by the moment, and smilingly instructed:
"Xiong Shou, return to the Cave Mansion and wait; once I return from seeing my father, you shall be rewarded."
"Thank you, Great King."