Ding! The master orchestrated the demise of the Upper Realm's True God's projection, aligning perfectly with villainous behavior. Congratulations to the master for earning 300,000 villain points."
"Ding! The master publicly humiliated a world's master, a deed consistent with villainous behavior. Congratulations, the master has gained 200,000 villain points."
Two system notifications chimed.
Five hundred thousand villain points!
"Thank you, senior."
A mischievous grin graced Su Tiange's face as he glanced at Chenyu once more. "Please, continue."
"..."
Chen Yu.
"If you wish to slay or punish, state it plainly," Chen Yu sighed.
I surrender; you can do as you please.
"Well, Southern Territory, I represent the Heavenly Demon Sect, and the World Lord's Mansion will corroborate."
"Understood," Chen Yu replied succinctly.
His homeland was annexed, his backers obliterated. Negotiating conditions now would only seem like another concession. He wouldn't persist in making demands akin to certain novels' nonsensical villains at this juncture.
"I'll grant you three days to gather a collection of life-origin-related treasures. You decide the quantity," Su Tiange stated profoundly.
Figure it out for yourself, comprehend?
"..."
Proceed. The Mansion can reappear before the liberation front overnight.
"Understood," Chen Yu replied tersely.
"Then that's settled. Return to the sect," Su Tiange instructed the Heavenly Demon Sect disciples.
"You're not going to kill me?" Chen Yu's disbelief was evident.
Just let him go?
Wouldn't seizing everything be possible by eliminating me, even gaining control of the entire Chenguang Realm?
"Heh, why would I kill you? You can keep playing the role of a puppet world master," Su Tiange chuckled before vanishing into thin air.
"...," Chen Yu's expression shifted, cloudy and uncertain.
"Back to the sect!"
"Back to the sect!"
"Back to the sect!"
Cheers erupted among all the Heavenly Demon Sect disciples.
A significant victory! Time to return!
.......
Within the Kowloon Palace, in the main hall,
"You've all worked diligently," Su Tiange addressed the elders while seated on the Supreme Demon Throne, a smile adorning his face.
"My lord, it's our honor to serve you, despite our aged bones," one of the grand elders replied in a hoarse voice. The expressions of all the grand elders bore no trace of the majesty befitting Guiyuan realm giants.
In the sect's tradition, shedding the facade of age was customary and logical.
"Well, in that case, if you're not keen on resting, remain in the sect on standby. Alternatively, prepare to accompany me soon," Su Tiange remarked during their journey.
The ten Supreme Elders wore grim expressions.
"I will comply."
"I will comply."
"I will comply."
The ten elders bowed in agreement and departed as instructed.
"Your Majesty, your foresight and planning are admirable. Your subordinates' admiration for you is boundless..." Zhou Dafu began but was swiftly interrupted.
"Cease," Su Tiange interjected firmly.
"Understood," Zhou Dafu responded quickly, covering his mouth.
"Proceed. Let us decimate the deserted villages. However, let us not be excessively ruthless since Taoxian aided us. Notify Sanshixian to convey the news to the other side. If the deserted villages are destined for destruction, so be it," Su Tiange instructed calmly.
"Yes, I understand," Chow Tai Fook affirmed.
Return?
Bah! It's because Tao Xian is too influential to ignore. I get it all.
"After our return, I will declare to the world that the Southern Territory now belongs to the Heavenly Demon Sacred Sect. All factions are required to submit tribute and surrender 60% of their resources and disciples. Failure to comply will result in annihilation," Su Tiange declared with a serene but resolute expression.
"Henceforth, there shall exist only one dominant force in the Southern Territory—the Heavenly Demon Sacred Sect, and only one ruler—Su Tiange," he concluded calmly and decisively.
"Understood," the subordinate acknowledged.
"Do not overlook the search for the Lucky Son. My Heavenly Demon Sect leads the southern region, which will aid in locating the Lucky Son. This is our utmost priority," Su Tiange emphasized.
"Additionally, I want you to expedite the search for Devil Emperor Gu Yu's inheritance cave. Simultaneously, ensure the mobilization of powerful sects to head to the Three Stones Immortal Dynasty," Su Tiange continued giving orders.
"Understood, Your Excellency."
"Depart."
"May the Sovereign Lord's divine path be prosperous, and may the divine splendor prevail..."
"Enough, leave."
"Of course."
Zhou Dafu hastily exited.
"System, enhance my cultivation," Su Tiange murmured with closed eyes, readjusting his breath before reopening them.
This time, the harvest had reached a staggering 600,000 units. Adding his original villain points and cultivation, another breakthrough was feasible!
"Ding! One million villain points have been deducted from the master. The master's cultivation has advanced to the fifth level of the False God Realm."
Hum! Boom!
An enigmatic aura emanated from Su Tiange's body, and the phantom of the demon god behind him appeared more substantial. A glint flickered in his eyes as a faint smile graced his face.
The show has just begun!