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Niu Laosan noticed Gu Lan's keen interest in the Demon Prison and began to assist in searching for relevant ancient texts within the forbidden area.

Meanwhile, Mu Yuyan delved into information concerning extraterrestrial entities. As she perused the ancient scrolls, Mu Yuyan furrowed her brow slightly.

It wasn't the information that troubled her, but rather the script of the Bull Demon Clan. The handwriting in those ancient scrolls appeared somewhat... inferior.

Even the writings from one's childhood could surpass them.

It seemed that to attract talent from the Bull Demon Clan to the Earthly Realm, they needed to start with the children, perhaps even with calligraphy practice.

While the three of them were engrossed in their search, Niu Biao received a message from a young demon.

"The Grand Elder requests the presence of the Young Clan Chief for an awakening ceremony at the ancestral shrine."

"The Grand Elder also invites the two esteemed guests to attend the ceremony."

Upon hearing this, Niu Laosan's face lit up with excitement.

He wished for Gu Lan and Mu Yuyan to witness this moment, for the awakening ceremony of the Bull Demon Clan held great significance not only for strengthening one's power but also for the entire life of a bull demon.

He didn't know the specifics of the ceremony, but one thing Niu Laosan knew for sure was that he owed this opportunity to Gu Lan.

"It is truly my fortune to have the elders witness this," he exclaimed eagerly.

Seeing Niu Laosan's earnest gaze, Gu Lan couldn't refuse. Glancing at his wife, he reluctantly agreed to attend.

He found himself somewhat intrigued by the awakening ceremony of the Bull Demon Clan.

Despite already reaching the realm of the Emperor's Illusion, Niu Laosan still needed to undergo the awakening ceremony.

It seemed that despite its decline, the Bull Demon Clan possessed a far greater heritage than most other forces.

"Thank you both for gracing us with your presence," Niu Biao expressed his gratitude outside the ancestral shrine.

"Niu Laosan has not been the brightest since he was young. It's truly his good fortune to have esteemed guests witness his awakening."

"Furthermore, I must thank you both for bringing talented cultivators to the Bull Demon Clan, especially that lad Ye Fan, whose talent far surpasses Niu Laosan's..."

"In the future, the Bull Demon Clan may rely on them to turn the tide."

Grand Elder, Niu Biao, waited specifically outside the shrine to express his gratitude to Gu Lan and Mu Yuyan.

He had already learned that they were not representatives of major powers from the Immortal Realm but rather hailed from the Earthly Realm.

Gu Lan was the senior Niu Laosan had often mentioned since his return from the Earthly Realm.

"Elder, your words are too kind," Gu Lan replied humbly. "Ascending to the Demon Realm is equally beneficial for them."

"This is a mutually beneficial situation. We are here merely as spectators; there's no need for such formality."

Upon hearing Ye Fan's name, Gu Lan was surprised by the high regard the Bull Demon Clan held for human cultivators. It seemed that individuals like Ye Fan were growing at an astonishing rate.

Although the Bull Demon Clan was courteous, Gu Lan felt compelled to reciprocate.

Ye Fan was a citizen of the Jing Nation, and his contributions to the Bull Demon Clan should also benefit his homeland's fortunes.

Observing their composed demeanor, Niu Biao, as the Grand Elder of the Bull Demon Clan, held an even higher regard for the two individuals in his heart.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please take these bull demon horns. Follow me into the ancestral shrine," Niu Biao handed over the two dark and cool bull horns to Gu Lan and Mu Yuyan, leading the way with Niu Laosan following closely behind.

Soon, they arrived at the ancestral shrine of the Bull Demon Clan, nestled within the inner walls of the Lava Mountain Range.

The walls were adorned with numerous spirit tablets, some of which had been preserved for tens of thousands of years.

Each tablet housed the spirit of a bull demon ancestor who had made significant contributions to the clan, with the majority being those who had sacrificed their lives during the ancient battle against evil. Continue your journey with My Virtual Library Empire

"Younger generations, Niu Biao, pay respects to the heroic ancestors!"

"...Younger generations, Niu Laosan, pay respects to the heroic ancestors!"

Niu Biao and Niu Laosan, upon seeing the spirit tablets, both knelt down to pay their respects, expressing reverence. Gu Lan and Mu Yuyan also bowed respectfully.

"Niu Laosan, the awakening ceremony is about to commence," Niu Biao announced. "Are you prepared?"

"I am ready," Niu Laosan affirmed.

After Niu Biao's inquiry, he produced a jet-black dagger and made a firm incision on Niu Laosan's hand.

Instantly, hot blood surged forth, staining his hands and the ground crimson. Yet, Niu Laosan's demeanor remained steadfast.

For a man, shedding blood is preferable to shedding tears. And among the robust Bull Demon Clan, fear of blood was the least of their concerns.

In the ancient battle against evil, ancestors had shed blood that dyed the earth and mountains red. What significance did his own blood hold?

With unwavering resolve, Niu Laosan accepted the black dagger from the Grand Elder and made another cut on his other hand.

Both hands now bore wounds, spouting blood like two fountains. As he beheld the symmetrical wounds, Niu Laosan felt a sense of satisfaction.

The previous unease from having only one hand bleeding dissipated.

Boom!

At that moment, the ground of the ancestral shrine shook violently, accompanied by resounding thunderous sounds.

Within the shrine, except for the area where Gu Lan and Mu Yuyan stood, everything else transformed.

The entire shrine was suddenly transformed into an underground mausoleum.

Despite his hands still bleeding, Niu Laosan faced a giant blood pool before him, his blood flowing into it.

Within the pool, a horrifying scene unfolded—a myriad of massive bull demons barely clinging to life, immersed in the blood.

Their exposed skin was riddled with gruesome wounds, bone-deep and ghastly to behold.

"These ancestors of the Bull Demon Clan sealed themselves here, sleeping eternally, using their last breaths to protect our Bull Demon Clan," the elder sighed respectfully.

Witnessing the sight of the bull demons, Niu Laosan, tears in his eyes, was deeply moved. Though he had heard tales of the ancestral shrine, seeing it firsthand left him awestruck.

He vowed to inherit the will of his ancestors, restore the glory of the Bull Demon Clan, and become its new guardian.

"These sleeping ancestors are the heroes of our Bull Demon Clan from ancient times, who survived the battles against extraterrestrial entities," the elder continued.

"They fought and bled for the Bull Demon Clan throughout their lives, choosing to enter the blood pool before death, using the blood of true demons to cling to a thread of life."

"If Bull Demon Clan or the Demon Realm faces a catastrophe, they will awaken to fulfill their final mission!"

"They are the war gods of the Bull Demon Clan, the last guardians of the Bull Demon Clan and the Demon Realm!"

Before Niu Biao could finish his words, the bull demons in the blood pool emitted faint but unmistakable auras.

Though weak, these auras far surpassed the Emperor's Illusion realm. Sensing this, Gu Lan raised an eyebrow.

These bull demons were all once formidable beings of the Divine Realm.

Feeling the aura, Niu Laosan trembled slightly. Feeling unsteady on his legs, he knelt down and began to kowtow to the ancestors one by one.

Gu Lan and Mu Yuyan were also affected by the aura, but since it lacked hostility, its impact on them was minimal.

Instead, it was the poignant and solemn atmosphere exuded by the bull demons that moved them.

Such strong individuals, willing to sacrifice their lives to protect their clan and their people, commanded respect.

Gu Lan, holding Mu Yuyan's hand, faced the blood pool, bowing respectfully once more. Humbly, he said, "Regardless of their race, these ancestors deserve our reverence..."

"You two are truly worthy of befriending," the elder looked at Gu Lan with satisfaction. "The decree from the Heaven Emperor to you has its reasons."

Then, turning to Niu Laosan, who was still kowtowing, he said slowly:

"The blood of true demons has been activated. Remember to release your mind, prepare to accept the baptism of the blood of true demons, and let the awakening ceremony begin!"

"The blood of true demons, converge!"

"Begin... integration!"

Using a secret technique, Niu Biao activated the blood pool. A crimson blood bead flew up and entered Niu Laosan's sturdy chest.