Ming Yue's ears perked up to her words. After thinking for so long, she realized that no normal method could be utilized against a person's soul. Not to mention she knew nothing about it. Xuan Yin was a bit more experienced in this, considering she was mentored by her grandfather, a well known expert.
"This might work but I'm not sure" Xuan Yin was still hesitant about speaking, clearly this had a flaw to it.
"There is this technique that my grandfather uses when he hunts strong beasts", she began to describe and explain this wondrous skill.
"By infusing two arrows with inner force, they must hit the head and the heart. Doing so will allow the energy to invade the body and enter the core where the soul lies. Once it reaches the soul, the energy from the arrows will wreck havoc on the soul by going berserk. It is similar to my skill, the Four Sins. If the technique is successful, the victim would lose their mind and ultimately become an empty shell. However, if the beast can withstand the strike, they would still sustain damage to the soul. This could have a number of effects such as memory loss and a decrease in cultivation."
This seemed much easier then trying to find a item to trap the soul. Such things were too rare to find but this technique had solved their issue.
However, Ming Yue did not smile or feel relieved.
"What is problem with it?" she asked.
Xuan Yin hesitated to speak but explained the issue, "I'm not confident in executing it. Chances are, it could damage his soul but erasing it is much harder. The energy within the arrows must be controlled during the technique or else it would just mindlessly move around. Furthermore, If we shoot him, I do not think the rest of the Zhao Family would be too happy. Only the two of us know his true nature. I doubt Liqiu would believe us if we told her that her father was taken over by a demon."
This was certainly an issue. Fighting him would be simple but doing so in front of everyone would be difficult. Perhaps it would be possible during the chaos of battle but even then, someone would notice them. Once they subdue him, they would be assaulted by everyone, the Zhao for attacking their "patriarch" and the Yong and Shi due to Ling Xue.
"Do you think you can do it?" Ming Yue asked.
"I'm unsure but we have to try."
They prepared until night passed and went out to a branch of the Jade Dragon Pavilion. Neither women were sure that they could stop the demon soul completely. Thus they sent out a letter to the capital city, explaining the situation and asking for help. Furthermore, a plan was formed in regards to attacking the demon discreetly.
With everything in order, they spent the next few days monitoring everyone while awaiting a message from the capital city.
During this time, tension had begin to grow throughout the continent. The High Council's castle was filled. Thirteen figures knelt in front of seven thrones, awaiting their orders.
The seven members of the High Council spoke out, a booming voice filled the halls.
"An Ri has come back with the last seal."
"The formations are now complete. Inform all nations that everything will begin two days from now when the auspicious time arrives."
"You thirteen messengers will be tasked to defend the teleportation circles as they are activated. If the demon or beast cultivators attack...kill them."
"Yes! High Council, we will obey!" they voiced their agreement and quickly set off to prepare.
Following their commands, the countries and kingdoms closest to the teleportation circles prepared for battle. Even if that was not the case, they needed to maintain some degree of vigilance. The hustle and bustle of their cities were replaced with the sound of metal and horses as armies marched toward the circles.
There were four teleportation circles placed on four ends of the continent and each one was surrounded by thousands upon thousands of warriors. Two were linked with the demon continent while the others were linked to the beast continent. From the armies of nations to numerous sects tasked with protecting their home. They stood silently waiting for the circles to activate. Accompanied with them, were the messengers, split into four groups to oversee and speak with the incoming races.
The High Council disappeared from their castle, reappearing into seven different points. Circling their energy, symbols emerged from their bodies as a formation formed.
At the moment of completion, two of the teleportation circles began to glow a bluish color before a pillar of light crashed down one of them.
"Someone is already using it!?" one of the messengers, Su Yao spoke with disbelief.
These circle was linked to the demon continent. As the light dissipated, a group of demons appeared. An ancient aura surrounded them as they looked around, facing the massive armies of man. There was a variety of them, demons with wings, horned ones, those with death-like skin. As they looked around, the messengers that were assigned to this circle flew down.
The demons noticed their arrival and gave a slight bow in respect.
"The High Council welcomes you back to the Human Continent. We will bring you in for a bit of discussion", it was Su Yao who spoke to them.
He quickly recovered from his shock and greeted them. He was a part of the High Council and needed to act the part.
"Yes, please. We of the Demon Continent have been trying to connect for years. There are many matters that must be discussed", the demons seemed quite amiable and their response was intriguing.
They've been trying to travel to the other continents for years now? Exactly what has the Demon Continent been through after the changing of ages.
Su Yao led them back to the High Council's castle as the others continued to watch the circles.
Arriving at the castle, the High Council were already inside, seated on their thrones as if waiting.
"We seven members of the High Council welcome you to our little abode. Please, there is no need to bow. Just speak your mind."
The group of demons did not seem surprised by their appearance and stood upright. One of them, a man with wings spoke first.
"We demons are a group sent by the last last of our kind to ask for help. The Demon Continent was thrown into chaos and we demon races fought against each other. Our wars and battles have ravaged the land, our numbers dwindled from starvation and constant fighting. Even now, there are battles happening all through out the continent. What we ask of you, is for your aid in helping us quell these fights and reunite the Demon Continent."
The High Council was silent, pondering this call for help. The situation was still unknown. For all they know, this could be a trap. However, if what these demons said was true, then the human race should aid them.
"Have you any news of the Beast Continent?" one of them asked.
"No. Although our teleportation circles are active, we have been unable to travel there", the winged demon replied.
"I see. Well then, I shall have several men scout the Demon Continent first. Until then, please rest here and recover. Time has been harsh on you all."
The winged demon smiled and bowed, "Thank you! I am Gao Ri of the Winged Demon Race. This is Hui Zhou of the Giant Race...."
After introducing everyone on the group, Su Yao led them into a separate hall to rest while the High Council continued to contemplate the current situation. There were many thing to consider and the best they could do was tread carefully.
With all of this happening, Maple Root City was beginning its own battle.