This sudden surge of power that was being offered as a tribute was accelerating the destruction of his incarnation. Worse, it might contain demonic properties.
No, he needs to immediately 'spew' this power that was absorbed into his incarnation's Golden Core.
However, at this very moment, the many demon cultivators and demon beasts in the forest, who were on the brink of a chaotic battle, all quieted down. Their eyes were filled with surprise and devotion as they looked towards the demon statue emitting flickering black light and a gloomy aura.
They had already keenly sensed that their 'Demon Lord' had returned.
Not only did he accept their incense worship and contribution, but he also reestablished a connection with them.
This spiritual connection was extremely subtle, as if hundreds of strings, neither close nor distant, had become clear, turning those who were lost from uncertainty into firm believers.
"What's going on?"