The demon race could not understand what in the human race was worth Xu Fang's ambition, and why he would boast that he did not wish to oppose the demon race, yet would still protect them.
However, though they did not understand this, they understood one thing very well.
That was, if Xu Fang truly meant what he said, it was not just empty talk.
The dozen or so corpses of demon experts lying before them already indicated Xu Fang's attitude: he was determined to protect the human race to the very end.
Yet, the matter of the Tu Wu Sword was crucial to the demon race's victory over the witch race in the conflict between them, a matter of utmost importance to the demon race.
The demons present were filled with apprehension, their gazes involuntarily falling upon Di Jun and Dong Huang Tai Yi.
Di Jun felt the gazes of the assembled demons and fell into contemplation.
"Enough, enough, let this matter end here!"
Di Jun sighed, finally deciding to temporarily abandon the forging of the Tu Wu Sword.
If Xu Fang stood with the human race, and they continued to encroach upon them, it would be more than just a dozen corpses lying on the ground.
If they angered Xu Fang and he caused another great disturbance in the Heavenly Court, how could the demon race endure it?
Even Dong Huang Tai Yi, with his grim expression, did not speak further, tacitly agreeing with Di Jun's decision.
Seeing this, the assembled demons could only shake their heads and sigh, feeling immense sorrow in their hearts.
The demon race contended with the witch race for dominance over the Great Desolation, a time of great power and prestige.
Yet, when faced with Xu Fang, they were so powerless!
Kun Peng looked at the dejected demons, keeping his eyes on his nose and his nose on his eyes, remaining silent.
Only he himself knew the disappointment he felt at that moment.
When he had joined the demon race, it was precisely to use their power to exact revenge on Xu Fang.
Now, it seemed the demon race was utterly unreliable, repeatedly thrown into disarray by Xu Fang.
Therefore, he had to seriously consider whether he should continue to stay with the demon race.
If he continued to associate with the demon race, his revenge would seem to be a distant hope. He needed to seriously consider his own path forward!
"So, rest assured, the demon race has backed down. They will not move against the human race, at least not for now."
Liang Tian Chi reported the situation of the demon race to Xu Fang, putting his mind at ease.
Although there were no demon artifacts speaking of this matter in the chat group, Liang Tian Chi had been operating for so long. If he didn't have one or two spy artifacts within the demon race, it would be truly unacceptable.
Moreover, the Yao Shi Palace was such a large and obvious spy, it was not for show. Xu Fang's Treasure Group was perfectly aware of the demon race's situation.
"Good! This is excellent!"
Xu Fang nodded upon hearing this, his heart at ease.
Although he did not fear another invasion by the demon race – with him and the army of Penglai Immortal Island, the demon race could not succeed.
However, it was better to have fewer troubles than more. It was best that the demon race recognized the situation.
Of course, Xu Fang understood that the Tu Wu Sword was a strategic weapon of the demon race, and they would not easily give up on it.
But, at least for now, the demon race feared him and had not taken action, which was the best possible outcome.
"Coincidentally, what the human race needs most right now is time, time to grow stronger."
Xu Fang stood up. With the full cooperation of the Kongtong Seal, comprehending and deducing cultivation methods was not difficult. He had already completed it and was just waiting to return to the human race to impart the methods.
Xu Fang put away the Kongtong Seal and other treasures, and soared into the air. The Golden-winged Great Peng and the other two followed closely, heading towards the human race.
At the same time, within the human race, three ancient human ancestors gathered together, all with worried expressions.
"Alas! We have pondered this for so long, and still, there is no way to make the human race stronger!"
Suiren Shi sighed. Youchao Shi and Ziyi Shi also shook their heads helplessly.
Since Xu Fang's departure, they had not idled but had been discussing how to strengthen the human race.
However, no matter how hard they racked their brains, they could not come up with any good methods, and all their attempts ended in failure.
"Perhaps, we can wait for True Man Xu Fang. Judging by his demeanor back then, he seemed confident. He should have found a way by now, shouldn't he?"
Youchao Shi spoke, seeing the somber atmosphere.
Suiren Shi and Ziyi Shi's faces lit up upon hearing this, but soon their expressions turned cold.
"True Man Xu Fang was full of confidence back then, but he has not returned yet. It is likely he also failed?"
"Indeed. Speaking of which, this is our human race's matter. If True Man Xu Fang fails and gives up, it would be understandable."
Xu Fang had been gone for a long time and had not returned. They naturally assumed that Xu Fang's method had also failed, and therefore he was reluctant to return to the human race.
Just as the three ancient human ancestors were sighing at each other, they suddenly heard a clamor outside, and everyone became tense, rushing out immediately.
They saw that the entire human race was gathered together, cheering and celebrating. The three ancestors breathed a sigh of relief, having thought it was an enemy attack and it was a false alarm.
"What are you all gathered here for? Do you not need True Man Xu Fang?"
Suiren Shi began to reprimand them, but halfway through his words, he quickly changed his tune, because at that moment he realized that the person being surrounded and cheered by the human race was the True Man Xu Fang whom they had not seen for a long time.
The three ancestors dared not delay and quickly flew over to pay their respects to Xu Fang.
"Greetings, True Man Xu Fang!"
"We have missed True Man Xu Fang greatly since we last saw him!"
"True Man Xu Fang, it is alright if you cannot resolve the human race's issues. You will forever be an honored guest of our human race!"
The three ancestors spoke one after another, overjoyed to see Xu Fang. They were also afraid that Xu Fang would avoid them for being unable to help the human race and tried to comfort him.
Xu Fang couldn't help but laugh upon hearing their words.
"Since I promised you all back then, how could I break my word? I have returned now precisely because I have found a way to make the human race stronger."
"This!"
The three ancestors were overjoyed, never imagining that True Man Xu Fang had actually found a way.
The other humans, hearing their words, were also filled with joy, gazing at Xu Fang with full admiration, their faces full of anticipation.
This True Man Xu Fang was truly an honored guest of the human race. Had he really found a way to strengthen them?
"Please enlighten us, True Man Xu Fang! Our human race is eternally grateful!"
Suiren Shi reacted first, quickly bowing to Xu Fang again and speaking.
The other humans also reacted, bowing to Xu Fang in unison.
Under the watchful eyes of the entire human race, Xu Fang wasted no time. With a thought, the Kongtong Seal appeared, hovering above the human race. It shone with brilliance, and powerful auras emanated from it.
The members of the human race looked up at this treasure. It was incredibly powerful, yet when they gazed at it, they did not feel any sense of oppression. Instead, they felt a sense of familiarity.
They all felt a deep connection, that this treasure before them had an immense and profound tie to the human race!