The battle was about to begin.
The man with phoenix eyes suddenly noticed scattered bloodstains on Ji Mo's body, carrying Chen Jin's aura, and immediately became vigilant.
Immediately, a pair of energy-condensed wings appeared behind him, significantly boosting both speed and strength.
He put away his contempt and used ten layers of his power.
He rushed towards Ji Mo at high speed, his palm surrounded by a layer of fluorescent white flames, emitting terrifying heat, intending to burn Ji Mo to ashes on the spot.
The moment the flames touched Ji Mo, they dispersed directly.
The phoenix-eyed man was stunned, his face full of disbelief.
Then, his body was grabbed by Ji Mo and slammed headfirst into the stone slab.
Blood splattered, and the ground turned red.
The others were shocked. The strongest among them was defeated by the opponent in the first encounter. What kind of terrifying existence was this?
They were terrified, vaguely realizing that this must be the secret that Jin Cheng had deliberately concealed.
An unimaginably powerful expert was lurking in Fengmo City, dealing with them as easily as catching chicks.
After dealing with one, Ji Mo, like a tiger entering a flock of sheep, turned to the remaining few.
Under Ning Wenjing's incredibly shocked gaze, Ji Mo, with every movement, defeated all these arrogant experts and knocked them to the ground.
The battle was almost over as soon as it began.
"Big liar, you never tell the truth. You want to trick me again, and you deny being the savior even when you are. You clearly are. Hmph!"
Ning Wenjing muttered, convinced that Ji Mo was the savior predicted by Emperor Bai.
Others would be overjoyed to be called the savior, but this big liar, even when his identity was exposed, remained stubborn and refused to admit it.
Ji Mo's image grew even more imposing in her mind.
"Mr. Ji, this old man will lend you a hand."
Du Mu also arrived with his men.
However, upon reaching the scene, he was dumbfounded.
In such a short time, it was all over. Several experts in the Mortal Immortal realm, whose strength was not inferior to his, were all defeated.
Clearly, no one could withstand even a single move from Ji Mo. The cultivators who followed Du Mu were so shocked they couldn't speak, truly wanting to know what the battle process was like.
"These people are so vicious, they wiped out the Jin family."
Du Mu discovered that there were no survivors in the Jin family, which did not surprise him much, as he had already anticipated it.
Evil gets its just deserts; Jin Kui brought this upon himself.
He didn't even consider his own capabilities, daring to collude with these cunning humans. It was bound to end badly.
Du Mu did not delay once the identities of these individuals were confirmed; he made their actions public.
The entire Western Region was in an uproar.
Someone had dared to defy public opinion, secretly plotting to harm the Ning clan and intending to reopen the gate to the Demon Realm. This was truly outrageous.
Of course, many forces were dismissive, believing such actions were understandable. Who in this world didn't desire to become an immortal?
Especially those super experts at the ninth level of the Mortal Immortal realm, who were only one step away from becoming immortals. Such a craving could drive them to any madness.
The Flying Phoenix Ridge, Tongtian Pavilion, Ten Lakes Stronghold, and other involved major forces all issued statements, claiming they had no connection with these individuals and that it was a matter of personal conduct, unrelated to them.
Clearly, these forces were well-prepared, having even gathered evidence in advance to absolve themselves completely.
Although many people understood the truth, they were powerless against these forces.
Firstly, there was insufficient evidence. The confessions of Chen Jin and others alone proved nothing, and there was no physical evidence.
Secondly, these forces were too powerful, with ancestors at the ninth level of the Mortal Immortal realm presiding over them. Who would dare to act against them lightly?
Ning Wenjing was furious. She knew who the mastermind was but was powerless against them.
The main reason was that the world had changed; desires ran rampant, and people's hearts were no longer as they used to be.
In the era ruled by Emperor Bai, anyone who betrayed humanity or acted against human interests would have faced severe consequences and been thoroughly purged.
Ji Mo comforted her, "The cycle of karma is just. Heaven spares no one. Just wait, retribution may be delayed, but it will never be absent."
The biggest beneficiary of this incident was Xi Xia Mountain Villa.
After the Jin family was wiped out, their territory, resources, and wealth were all taken over by Xi Xia Mountain Villa.
Xi Xia Mountain Villa instantly became the most powerful force in Fengmo City.
Concurrently, many demon experts continuously joined Xi Xia Mountain Villa.
Especially the plant-type great demons, after experiencing Du Ruier's bloodline power, unhesitatingly chose to submit.
Ultimately, even Zhu Mei and Tang Ruofei had to conform to the situation and choose to join Xi Xia Mountain Villa.
Thus, the entire Fengmo City finally bore the surname Du.
Du Mu's mouth had not closed properly for days. He had never expected Xi Xia Mountain Villa to rise so quickly and control Fengmo City so easily.
Of course, he knew very well that all of this was thanks to Ji Mo. He had made up his mind that wherever Ji Mo's will pointed, that would be the direction of Xi Xia Mountain Villa's sword.
Seeing Du Mu's respectful and god-like attitude towards Ji Mo, Ning Wenjing couldn't help but recall something her mother-in-law had said.
The true savior possessed an indescribable charisma that could easily make various powerful individuals submit and follow.
She felt that Ji Mo possessed this charisma.
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Chizhang City.
Fulai Inn!
The proprietress had been unable to eat or sleep well these days.
A certain person's image always appeared in her mind.
"Mr. Ji, where are you now?"
The proprietress gently fanned herself and sighed softly.
Since Ji Mo's mysterious disappearance that day, there had been no news of him during this period. She didn't know where he was now.
"Third Princess, is your heart stirred by love? Mr. Ji is likely tempering his heart in the mortal world and probably won't fall for anyone."
A strange toad, the size of a bowl, with dark golden spots all over its body, spoke. It was the Ancient Soul Devouring Toad.
He had stayed by Ji Mo's side for a while and understood him, believing that such an existence experiencing the mortal world was merely to hone his dao heart, and he wouldn't get entangled in the karma of love.
If their princess fell for Ji Mo, it wouldn't end well.
"What nonsense are you talking about? My heart only holds reverence. Mr. Ji is the reincarnation of a demon god; how could I have any improper thoughts?"
The proprietress quickly defended herself, her expression somewhat flustered.
"Princess, are you really sure Mr. Ji has the Heavenly Demon Seal?"
The Ancient Soul Devouring Toad raised doubts, as Ji Mo showed no sign of a demon god, nor any trace of bloodlust or brutality.
The proprietress said, "I couldn't see clearly, but since the Void Shuttle recognized him as its master, it's likely true. He is extraordinary, perhaps a benevolent demon god."
The Ancient Soul Devouring Toad secretly shook his head. Demon gods were supreme and looked down upon all beings; how could they be benevolent?
However, since the Void Shuttle recognized him as its master, he must be connected to a demon god. Mr. Ji was too mysterious and unfathomable, making him increasingly difficult to understand.
"Princess, I just received news. According to the calculations of the Dark Night Priest, the gate to the Demon Realm is about to open. The time for us to return home is coming."
The Ancient Soul Devouring Toad's wrinkled toad face was filled with excitement.
Ten thousand years! They could finally go home.
"Home?"
The proprietress was clearly somewhat reluctant, but she decided to return to the Demon Realm to see. "Then let's set off for the Western Region immediately. When the gate to the Demon Realm opens, we will return to our homeland."