Being stared down by the Blood Devil King, over a hundred Immortal Deities, and thousands of World Sovereigns, the invisible pressure was incredibly formidable. However, Luo Feng had experienced far greater scenes before—the pressure exuded by the elite immortal legion under Nine-Sword Venerable, and the wrathful aura of Erosion Fire Venerable had been far more terrifying than this.
“It seems this is their way of asserting dominance,” Luo Feng mused inwardly.
“Your Highness,” Dylan whispered mentally from the side, “for now, let’s remain low-key and endure.”
“I understand,” Luo Feng replied.
At this moment, the Blood Devil King laughed aloud, “Luo Feng, and all you Immortals, don’t remain outside. Come, follow me inside.” With that, he warmly grabbed Luo Feng’s hand and strode toward the Blood Devil Palace.
Slightly taken aback, Luo Feng could only obediently follow. Dylan, the old winged white-browed elder, and the other two followed closely behind, while the grand crowd of Immortal Deities and World Sovereigns also entered.
“Your Grace.”
Inside the palace, exquisite female servants were seen everywhere, each kneeling respectfully.
“Come, come, Luo Feng. Take a look at my Blood Devil Palace. The main structure of this palace was originally an ancient, ruined palace I discovered within a secret realm in a distant star region. After renovation and decoration, it became the Blood Devil Palace you see now,” the Blood Devil King pointed around. “Just the restoration and embellishment alone cost me over ten million Yuan-Tian units.”
Though Luo Feng sensed the unique aura within the palace, he couldn’t comprehend it. He could only smile and agree, “Indeed, it’s extraordinary.”
“Truly magnificent,” the white-browed elder remarked, pointing around. “This palace itself is a fortress. After restoration, it was further enhanced by integrating a metal lifeform. I daresay its defensive and combat capabilities surpass even F9-class spaceships.”
“Hahaha…” the Blood Devil King laughed heartily.
“Servants!”
He suddenly called out.
Instantly, three Immortal Deities stepped forward from the group of followers behind.
“Go, bring up those 21 criminals,” the Blood Devil King ordered.
“At once,” the three Immortal Deities respectfully complied.
This sudden move startled Luo Feng. Wasn’t bringing up the 21 criminals right after entering the Blood Devil Palace going to escalate the situation immediately?
“Luo Feng, I hold great admiration for your master, Zhenyan King. Alas, for countless eons, Zhenyan King has remained in Chaos City, leaving me no opportunity to witness his legendary charisma. Truly regrettable,” the Blood Devil King sighed. “As his disciple, you are my junior. This is your first visit, and judging those 21 criminals is a minor matter. Let’s deal with it later. I’ve already prepared a banquet for you. Come, follow me!”
With that, the Blood Devil King led the way.
Luo Feng had no choice but to follow.
Moments later,
They arrived at a grand banquet hall. The Immortal Deities and World Sovereigns remained in the large hall, while the Blood Devil King, Luo Feng, Dylan, the white-browed elder, and two others entered a smaller, more refined banquet chamber. Inside, a table made entirely of what appeared to be transparent blue jade was already set, surrounded by numerous intricately carved chairs.
The six took their seats.
“Serve the meal,” the Blood Devil King commanded.
Immediately, beautiful female servants carried trays of food. One by one, exquisite dishes and fine wines were brought in—each a culinary masterpiece.
“This… is this the dragon liver of the Beast Clan’s Tablet Spirit Dragon?” the white-browed elder exclaimed in astonishment. “And this… is it Flame Snow Spirit Juice?”
The others at the table stared in shock at the delicacies before them. Earth already had many exquisite dishes, but the boundless, mysterious universe offered countless rare ingredients and delicacies. Luo Feng and the others often tasted such dishes in the ‘Virtual Universe,’ where they were fully simulated and far cheaper.
Nonetheless, eating in the Virtual Universe was a different psychological experience. Even in the Virtual Universe, a banquet like this would be extremely expensive.
“This table alone must cost around 100,000 Yuan-Tian units,” the white-browed elder looked toward the Blood Devil King. “You’ve truly gone out of your way.”
“Hahaha, as long as we enjoy the meal, that’s all that matters. I took a liking to Luo Feng the moment I saw him. What’s 100,000 Yuan-Tian units?” the Blood Devil King laughed generously.
Dylan and Luo Feng exchanged glances.
What’s 100,000 Yuan-Tian units?
Joking!
Even for a King-level Immortal, such wealth was accumulated over countless eons. An ordinary Immortal Deity’s total wealth was only about 10,000 Yuan-Tian units. Even the two captured Immortal Deities probably weren’t worth 100,000 Yuan-Tian units combined.
Why was the Blood Devil King spending so much?
Certainly not just for those two Immortals.
Those two weren’t even worth that much. It was mainly about face!
After all, the Virtual Universe Company had forced the Blood Devil King to personally capture 21 of his subordinates. This act had truly enraged him, and he didn’t want his loyal Immortal followers to feel disheartened. Thus, he had to find a way to save the lives of those two Immortal Deities. Was 100,000 Yuan-Tian units a big deal?
To a peak King-level expert like him, it was nothing!
My power and status are so high. I’m even personally and warmly receiving this young fellow. I’ve even prepared an extravagant banquet worth 100,000 Yuan-Tian units for you. Even I, the Blood Devil King, wouldn’t indulge like this. With such hospitality… would you, Luo Feng, dare to impose a harsh punishment?
The action was simple,
Yet highly effective.
…
Luo Feng looked at the extravagant banquet before him but hesitated to eat.
“Eat from someone’s mouth, and you’re softened; take from someone’s hand, and you’re compromised!” Luo Feng mused. “If I accept this banquet worth 100,000 Yuan-Tian units from the Blood Devil King, how could I possibly impose a severe punishment later?”
“Come, try this Tablet Spirit Dragon liver. It’s absolutely delicious—so exquisite that even your soul will tremble with pleasure. Knowing you were coming, I had it delivered here at the fastest speed possible through divine realm teleportation. The ingredients are the freshest possible,” the Blood Devil King urged.
Luo Feng didn’t eat, and neither did Dylan.
However, the white-browed elder and the other two companions eagerly devoured the food, each enjoying it immensely.
“Delicious, absolutely delicious,” the white-browed elder exclaimed. “We’re truly fortunate to be riding on Luo Feng’s coattails. Otherwise, how could we ever afford such a feast? Our total wealth wouldn’t even cover a single meal like this.” The two ordinary Immortal Deities beside him nodded in agreement, praising the food enthusiastically.
“These three!” Luo Feng was furious.
They were clearly undermining him.
“Try some,” the Blood Devil King urged, watching Luo Feng expectantly.
Under the Blood Devil King’s gaze,
How could Luo Feng refuse?
He reluctantly took a few bites before shaking his head. “My apologies, Blood Devil King, but I truly have no appetite. My mind is preoccupied with the mission from the Virtual Universe Company.”
“Hmm, I won’t force you,” the Blood Devil King smiled.
Just then, a commotion erupted from the outer banquet hall. The Blood Devil King frowned and ordered, “Open the door.”
“At once,” a waiting female servant promptly opened the door.
Though Luo Feng and the others were seated at the dining table, through the open door, they could clearly witness the commotion unfolding in the outer banquet hall. There, twenty-one shackled powerhouses were being escorted in, with two humans in particular radiating profound law auras. Their restraints were visibly unique, intricately engraved with sealing runes—clearly designed to suppress their might.
Killing an Immortal Deity was extremely difficult.
But sealing them was far easier. Defeating them was even easier than sealing. It was evident that these two Immortal Deities were bound by special chains.
“Your Grace!”
The two bound Immortal Deities immediately knelt, and the nineteen World Sovereigns beside them followed suit.
“Hmph!” The Blood Devil King, seated at the head of the table, slammed his hand on the table and roared, “Now you regret it? Too late!”
“Your Grace, we were wrong.”
“We deeply regret our actions. Please, give us a chance!”
The two Immortal Deities pleaded tearfully. They knew their lives were hanging by a thread, and since they were begging the Blood Devil King, they naturally disregarded any sense of dignity. They understood that this was a grave crisis—given the Virtual Universe Company’s order, one misstep could mean their complete annihilation.
“Give you a chance?” The Blood Devil King stood abruptly and roared, “If you had known it would come to this, why did you act as you did back then? Moreover, it is not I who will decide your fate today, but this Luo Feng from the Virtual Universe Company! If you beg, beg him!”
“Your Highness, Luo Feng!”
“Lord Luo Feng!”
The two bound Immortal Deities knelt and began pleading directly. The nineteen World Sovereigns beside them, though their faces showed desperate pleas, couldn’t even speak.
Luo Feng immediately deduced, “To an existence like the Blood Devil King, World Sovereigns are insignificant. Those nineteen are clearly under such control that they cannot even speak. Obviously, the Blood Devil King truly wishes to save only those two Immortal Deities. The nineteen World Sovereigns are likely at my discretion.”
…
Knowing their lives were in peril, the two Immortal Deities pleaded sincerely.
“You two,” the Blood Devil King left his seat and walked directly to the two Immortal Deities in the grand banquet hall. He sighed softly and gently patted their shoulders. “Apurad, Iso, you have followed me for countless eons. I do not wish for your deaths. But this time, I am powerless. Your fate now rests in your hands.”
With that, he shook his head and returned.
“Luo Feng,” the Blood Devil King sighed, “these two have been with me for over ten thousand epochs. To say I have no feelings would be a lie. However… proceed with the judgment. I only hope that, while adhering to the Virtual Universe Company’s orders, you might spare them a sliver of hope. After all, each Immortal Deity is a precious treasure of humanity. It is no easy feat to cultivate an Immortal Deity.”
The grand banquet hall, and even the elegant private chamber within, fell silent.
Only the Blood Devil King was performing.
Luo Feng watched this scene and immediately understood the Blood Devil King’s intent.
The Blood Devil King’s meaning was too obvious. Though he didn’t directly force Luo Feng, his message was clear—do me a favor, spare these two Immortal Deities. You can deal with the other nineteen as you see fit, and that will suffice as your report!
“Judge these 21 criminals, Luo Feng,” the Blood Devil King loudly declared, sitting beside Luo Feng.
“Yes, Blood Devil King,” Luo Feng respectfully replied, then turned his gaze toward the 21 kneeling criminals.
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