"More important things...?"
Ye Tianshen repeated in confusion, his mind racing.
What could be more important than becoming the supreme master of the demon world and leading it?
He had never seen Lord Demon Lord smile like that before. Was this still the Demon Lord he knew?
Now that he had been found, Ning Yechen had no intention of hiding his intentions. He cleared his throat and solemnly addressed Ye Tianshen:
"I need to take care of my wife and daughter. I no longer have time to be the Demon Lord."
"Don't come to me again in the future."
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Ye Tianshen's heart was in turmoil. His face reflected horror as he struggled to believe what he had just heard. The Demon Lord was married? He even had children?
This was inconceivable!
During his reign, the Demon Lord had never shown any interest in women, let alone having a child. The news of a child was so shocking that Ye Tianshen could hardly believe it. If this information reached the demon world, it would undoubtedly cause a massive uproar!
Ye Tianshen asked in a daze:
"Is this true, Lord Demon Lord?"
Ning Yechen nodded with a smile, a look of a proud father sharing the joy of having a daughter.
After receiving Ning Yechen's confirmation, Ye Tianshen's horrified expression gradually shifted to one of joy. He quickly offered his congratulations:
"Congratulations, Lord Demon Lord, on your marriage! Best wishes to your little princess!"
"This subordinate will inform everyone in the demon world of this exciting news!"
"We will prepare to welcome the Demon Lord's wife and the little princess back to the Demon Realm!"
Ye Tianshen couldn't wait to send out the announcement to the entire demon world.
Ning Yechen quickly raised his hand to stop Ye Tianshen, glancing at him with a hint of exasperation. He emphasized sternly:
"As I said, I am no longer the Demon Lord of the Demon Realm."
"I want to live in seclusion with my wife and daughter. I will not return."
"Do not come to me again."
"I don't want anyone disturbing my life with my family, understand?"
If Ye Tianshen spread the news, it would undoubtedly disturb the peaceful life Ning Yechen sought.
"Yes, but..."
Ye Tianshen was reluctant and tried to continue persuading, but Ning Yechen's cold gaze stopped him.
"No buts!"
"Is it because I've been away for so long that you can't understand what I'm saying?"
Ning Yechen's familiar commanding presence returned. Ye Tianshen, sweating with fear, dared not disobey him and fell silent.
"Now that you understand, leave."
"My wife has been waiting a long time; she's probably getting anxious."
"I need to return quickly."
Ning Yechen waved his hand, ready to leave and hurry back to Luo Ruying.
Ye Tianshen watched with a mix of curiosity and awe. Whenever the Demon Lord spoke of his wife and daughter, his demeanor softened...
The Demon Lord had changed...
Just as Ning Yechen was about to depart, Ye Tianshen finally remembered something crucial.
He still didn't know why his subordinates had offended the Demon Lord!
This was a serious matter!
"Lord Demon Lord, please wait a moment."
"May I ask if my subordinates have offended you in some way?"
Ye Tianshen's eyes narrowed, his face darkening with an intimidating aura that filled the space. The cold murderous intent was palpable, penetrating like needles.
He didn't question how Ye Xi had offended Ning Yechen but asked directly if he had been wronged. Offending the Demon Lord was a grave transgression, punishable by death in the Demon World.
Ye Xi and the man in black shuddered, their hearts sinking in despair.
Ning Yechen turned and said indifferently:
"Although they did attack me, I spared them for your sake."
"It's my subordinate's fault!"
"I allowed my subordinates to offend you, Lord Demon Lord!"
"This subordinate deserves death!"
"Please punish me, Lord Demon Lord!"
Ye Tianshen knelt on one knee, bowing his head in apology.
"I've told you multiple times, I am no longer the Demon Lord."
"I won't hold you accountable."
"Just leave now and do not disturb my life."
Ning Yechen urged Ye Tianshen to leave with a look of distaste.
No matter how many times he said it, Ye Tianshen still regarded him as the Demon Lord, which was frustrating for Ning Yechen.
Sometimes, excessive loyalty and fanaticism in subordinates could be problematic...
Seeing that Ning Yechen had no intention of punishing him, Ye Tianshen raised his hand and drove it into his chest!
He must bear the responsibility for offending the Demon Lord!
Even if the Lord Demon Lord chose not to pursue the matter, he could not forgive himself so easily.
Ning Yechen: "..."
Ning Yechen looked at Ye Tianshen with disbelief. Although he understood his subordinate's character, he was still stunned by his willingness to harm himself without hesitation.
The people in the demon world were just so dramatic!
Even when he had forgiven the matter, they insisted on punishing themselves...
It happened every time!
Ning Yechen almost wondered if being overly loyal was a hidden trait among his people...
After punishing himself, Ye Tianshen turned his cold gaze toward Ye Xi and the man in black. He raised his hand, and a jet-black beam of light consumed and annihilated the man in black instantly!
Then, he pointed his palm at Ye Xi.
As the Demon General of the First Legion, Ye Tianshen was responsible for the actions of his subordinates. Offending the Demon Lord meant death, and he needed to punish Ye Xi accordingly.
Ye Xi understood this and closed his eyes, silently resigning himself to his fate.
However, just as Ye Tianshen was about to act, Ning Yechen stopped him.
"Alright, alright, let him go."
Since Ye Xi didn't know his identity initially and hadn't posed a threat to his family, Ning Yechen decided to forgive him this time.
"Lord Demon Lord, he has offended you!"
Ye Tianshen frowned slightly but didn't lower his hand. He still appeared reluctant to forgive Ye Xi so easily.
"He was merely following orders from someone else."
"It's pointless to kill him now."
"I won't pursue the matter further. Just let him go."
Ning Yechen said lightly.
"Okay, as you wish, Lord Demon Lord."
Ye Tianshen reluctantly lowered his hand.
Though he felt Ye Xi deserved death, he honored the Demon Lord's wishes and let him go this time.
By the way, Ye Tianshen wanted to extract some information from Ye Xi.
Who had dared to instruct the demon world's people to attack the Demon Lord?
After narrowly escaping, Ye Xi quickly kowtowed to Ning Yechen and expressed his gratitude:
"Thank you, Lord Demon Lord, for your forgiveness!"
Just when he thought he was doomed, the Demon Lord had personally interceded on his behalf.
Ye Xi was overwhelmed with gratitude.
"I'm leaving. Remember, don't bother me again!"
With everything settled, Ning Yechen didn't linger. He left a final word and hurried off.
Ye Tianshen watched him leave with reluctance, feeling a profound sense of loss.
But at least they had finally located Lord Demon Lord...
Now, he had to quickly spread the news to everyone!