Gongsun Yajiu approached the demon prodigies directly, stating bluntly, "I need you to ensure his safety for the next seven days!"
"Gongsun Yajiu, are you joking? You want our Holy Son to protect a human?"
"Don't be so arrogant, Gongsun Yajiu! You've been stripped of your Holy Maiden status. Even if you still had it, you wouldn't have the authority to command us!"
Hearing her request, the followers of the demon prodigies erupted in anger, unable to contain their insults. They couldn't believe that Gongsun Yajiu, after losing her status, had become even more presumptuous.
"Silence!" The demon prodigies themselves recognized the underlying significance of her words.
Frowning, one asked, "What do you mean by that, Gongsun Yajiu?"
"I am going to retrieve Sea Soul Essence," Gongsun Yajiu replied calmly, as if discussing a mundane matter.
However, the demon prodigies were taken aback by her statement.
"She's gone mad, truly mad! Gongsun Yajiu, you've lost your mind!"
They couldn't comprehend how the once cunning and ruthless Gongsun Yajiu could change so drastically for a human. What kind of power did that human possess?
Sea Soul Essence was a rare elixir capable of healing the soul. They knew that the human Gongsun Yajiu cared for was crippled, his soul damaged. She intended to retrieve the essence to heal him.
But the Sea Soul Essence grew only in the depths of the Endless Demon Domain's ocean, a place teeming with powerful sea beasts. Even saint-level demon guardians faced immense danger there.
Though Gongsun Yajiu possessed the charm to temporarily bewitch sea beasts, it was still almost certain death.
Risking her life for a human was beyond their understanding. However, they saw an opportunity in her madness. They agreed to her request, seeing it as a way to solve the problem of Gongsun Yajiu permanently.
"Fine, I promise no demon will disturb that human for the next seven days."
"Agreed, we will ensure his safety…"
With their assurances, Gongsun Yajiu faced the endless sea and dived in without hesitation.
In the dilapidated house by the sea, the vacant-eyed Xiao Fan lay alone as days passed. One day, two days… five days, six days…
On the seventh day, as the demon prodigies assumed Gongsun Yajiu had perished in the depths of the ocean, a sudden change occurred in the distant sea.
The earth trembled, a towering wave broke through the clouds, and under the golden sunlight, it turned into sparkling raindrops falling onto the sea, creating a magnificent scene. A colossal palace slowly emerged from the ocean, radiating divine light like an ethereal palace.
The entire Endless Demon Domain was stirred, even the demon leader and saint-level guardians rushed to the shore.
Staring at the radiant palace, a demon exclaimed, "The Demon Emperor's Legacy! This must be the legacy mentioned in the ancient texts!"
Faces filled with excitement and astonishment, the demons were thrilled. The legend of the Demon Emperor's Legacy had been a part of their lore for generations, with countless strong demons venturing into the depths of the sea in search of it, never to return.
But now, in their generation, the legendary legacy had appeared.
The excitement was indescribable. The Demon Emperor's Legacy was the faith of the demon clan. Even the demon leader and saint-level guardians couldn't suppress their emotions.
"Look! There's someone coming!" a demon cried out.
All eyes turned towards the figure approaching. As the figure drew closer, they recognized her.
"Gongsun Yajiu?" they muttered.
The demon leader learned from the demon prodigies about Gongsun Yajiu's quest for Sea Soul Essence to heal the human. Hearing this, he was shocked by her actions.
Gongsun Yajiu, risking her life for a human?
His eyes showed deep disappointment. Gongsun Yajiu had been a favored successor, but she had squandered her courage and wit on a hopeless cause.
Nevertheless, he suspected the appearance of the Demon Emperor's Legacy was related to her.
As Gongsun Yajiu reached the shore, the demon leader confronted her, the saint-level guardians observing closely.
"Gongsun Yajiu, do you know why the Demon Emperor's Legacy suddenly appeared?" he asked gravely.
All attention was on Gongsun Yajiu. She was covered in wounds, having survived near-death trials. She needed rest but understood the urgency.
After catching her breath, she replied, "Honorable Demon Leader, while being attacked by sea beasts in the ocean depths, I accidentally touched a stone slab. A massive surge followed, propelling me out. Whether this is connected to the Demon Emperor's Legacy, I am not sure."
Having spoken, Gongsun Yajiu felt a sense of relief. Without that unexpected surge, she would have perished in the mouths of sea beasts.