Chapter 1112: Chapter 343: Liberation
Sun Wukong and his companions were somewhat puzzled, not recognizing this giant bird, nor had they heard of its name.
However, the words "Demon Roc" likely indicated it was from the Demon Realm.
"Indeed, it is a being from the Demon Realm. It is said to be the first supreme being to enter the Demon Realm, and for a time, it was the foremost figure there."
The Ancestral Dragon spoke, explaining the origins of the Demon Roc.
Then, he revealed a look of surprise and said, "However, its strength is far less formidable than it once was. The Demon Roc of the past, though not on par with Haotian God, was not far behind. It was after being defeated by Haotian that it resolutely turned to the Demon Dao to enhance its powers, only to be defeated by Haotian again."
Hearing the Ancestral Dragon’s words, everyone was taken aback.
A powerhouse comparable to Haotian.
No wonder the Ancestral Dragon was so shocked.
If it were them, knowing the Demon Roc’s background, they would likely react as the Ancestral Dragon did.
Regarding the Ancestral Dragon’s mention of the dwindling strength of the opponent, Sun Wukong and the others agreed.
This Demon Roc indeed didn’t seem as powerful.
However, the Demon Roc had cultivated a secret technique, and though it was torn into pieces, it quickly recovered, still appearing as a giant bird with eyes glistening with icy light, staring at the Ancestral Dragon and others with overwhelming killing intent.
Sun Wukong and his companions surrounded the Demon Roc and were surprised to find that, besides being ferocious, the Demon Roc’s eyes revealed nothing else.
This indicated that the Demon Roc was actually lacking in intelligence.
This was somewhat astonishing.
The Demon Roc’s lack of intelligence was the reason for its massacre.
Otherwise, if it had any sense, the Demon Roc wouldn’t have actively sought its death in the Three Realms.
"Demon Roc, I am the Ancestral Dragon. We are old friends. We once joined forces against Haotian. If you still have any sanity, respond to me."
The Ancestral Dragon called out, hoping for a response from the Demon Roc.
In response, the Demon Roc immediately charged at him, launching an attack on the Ancestral Dragon.
Clearly, the Demon Roc truly had lost its sanity.
Yet in its heart, the Demon Roc still remembered it was the Ancestral Dragon that had just torn it to pieces.
By instinct, it sought revenge against the Ancestral Dragon.
"Kill it. This creature is driven only by instincts. If nothing unexpected occurs, it was probably released by Haotian."
The Ancestral Dragon sighed.
At the same time, he felt shocked by Haotian’s methods.
A supreme powerhouse, with strength approaching the Heavenly Emperor, had its sanity removed.
Everyone knew that the current supreme leader of the Demon Realm was Tian Hao, and the Demon Roc, having been in the Demon Realm before, clearly wouldn’t have been spared by Tian Hao.
Tian Hao is the incarnation of Haotian God, who is known for bearing grudges. Such an outcome is quite normal.
Everyone made their move, with Suiren giving it his all.
No matter whether the Demon Roc had lost its sanity, the fact that it had killed so many humans could not be changed.
As an ancestor of the Human Race, he naturally would not let such a being go.
Many joined in the attack, even Zixia joined the fray.
The reigning Human Emperor also noticed the action and showed surprise.
He asked the immortal by his side, "Immortal, what are the identities of the people who have just arrived?"
The immortal, having seen much, responded with some excitement, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty is truly Hongfu Qitian, worthy of being the reigning Human Emperor. The ones who just arrived include Sun Wukong, the Great Sage Equalling Heaven, Yang Jian the Judicial Deity, and the man there is the Ancestral Dragon. As for the woman, I haven’t seen her before, but she must be a hidden great power in the Three Realms."
Upon hearing the immortal’s words, the reigning Human Emperor was overjoyed.
"I am indeed the fated Human Emperor, with the likes of Great Sage Equalling Heaven, Judicial Deity, and Ancestral Dragon coming to aid me, ha ha."
The Human Emperor was elated.
Though highly talented and ambitious, he also had his adversaries.
To completely unify the four great continents under one Human Emperor was an impossibility.
However, being the orthodox force of the Southern Continent and ruling over half of it already made him a true Human Emperor.
As for the caliber of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, such a Human Emperor had not appeared since their time.
But with the emergence of Sun Wukong and the others today, his dynasty’s reputation would surely soar to astonishing heights, causing neighboring kingdoms to hesitate in opposition.
Others quickly congratulated the reigning Human Emperor.
The immortal faintly twitched his lips but said nothing.
He believed that the appearance of Sun Wukong and the others was purely to safeguard the beings of the Three Realms, devoid of any connection to the so-called Human Emperor.
Yet, with the Human Emperor in an excited state, he naturally refrained from saying such things.
Anyone who dared to seek trouble at such a moment would indeed be foolish.
The battle above the vault of heaven continued, the terrifying mana waves spreading in all directions, causing the surrounding living beings to feel as though doomsday was approaching.
Fortunately, as Sun Wukong and the others fought, they protected the lands and mountains.
Otherwise, an area of a hundred thousand miles would have turned to ashes.
A supreme battle is, of course, not so simple.
This Demon Roc’s power was especially frightening.
Boom.
The clash was ferocious, with the Demon Roc being shattered multiple times.
Yet it never truly died, having mastered a certain secret technique allowing it to recover injuries in a short time.
Sun Wukong and the others were astonished; such means were comparable to Sun Wukong’s Undying Body.
However, this did not mean they couldn’t kill it.
As long as they had enough time, the Demon Roc was doomed.
Just then, a gigantic Phoenix spread its wings and flew over.
It was the Primordial Phoenix. She transformed into human form and, looking at the Demon Roc, displayed a sorrowful expression.
"Everyone, please stop."
The Primordial Phoenix spoke, asking Sun Wukong and the others to cease.
Sun Wukong and his companions were slightly taken aback. What did the Primordial Phoenix mean by this?