Chapter 973: Chapter 947: Bull Demon King
The family head of the Huo Family also flashed a hint of slight excitement on his old face, nodded, and said: “I did indeed cross paths with Bull Demon King, but I must admit, I was thoroughly defeated.”
Tangyu asked, “Family Head Huo, could you first give us a brief introduction to Bull Demon Mountain’s situation?”
The Family Head Huo nodded and said: “Bull Demon Mountain initially was just a bandit group, relatively weak, composed of one Mystical Law Realm, dozens of Fundamental Realm, and even some ordinary strongmen. Later, a group of demon monsters joined them, making Bull Demon Mountain’s power stronger. So now Bull Demon Mountain is a gathering place of the three tribes: humans, yaos, and demons. I’m not exactly sure about the exact power, but as far as I know, the strongest in Bull Demon Mountain now is Bull Demon King.”
“I fought against Bull Demon King; he’s a bull demon, and his realm should still just be the Mystical Law Realm Third Layer, yet he is exceptionally formidable—I’m no match for him. I estimate that an average Mystical Law Realm Fourth Layer can suppress him.”
“Bull Demon King, bull demon!” Tangyu laughed, immediately recalling a mythical figure from Earth—it’s quite a coincidence.
Yu Feng also thought similarly, clearly having the same thought as Tangyu.
The family head of the Huo Family, seeing the two laughing, couldn’t help but pause and ask, “Why, Young Hero Tang, do you know him?”
Tangyu shook his head and said, “No, no, it’s just some old stories from my hometown came to mind. There’s a bull demon in my hometown, also called Bull Demon King. Haha, it’s just a coincidence, continue.”
The family head of the Huo Family then continued: “Besides Bull Demon King, there are also the top ten yaos and the top twelve demons on Bull Demon Mountain. The top ten yaos are all in the Mystic Law Realm. The top twelve demons are also all in the Mystic Law Realm. Plus the original bandits, the number of people on Bull Demon Mountain has also exceeded a hundred. There are over twenty cultivators in the Mystic Law Realm. This kind of force is not insignificant. But fortunately, besides Bull Demon King, among the top ten yaos and the top twelve demons, there should only be two with the Mystic Law Realm Second Layer strength; the others should all be the Mystic Law Realm First Layer.”
“Also, the former bandit leader was of the Mystic Law Realm First Layer, only he excels in numbers and has masters like Bull Demon King, so the force is sizable.”
As the Huo Family Head discussed these things, he was actually somewhat worried about whether Tangyu and his three companions had the ability to deal with Bull Demon King and his forces.
Tangyu smirked, not really concerned: “Just a Mystical Law Realm Third Layer, that’s nothing to fear. However—I am curious why Bull Demon King and such a force choose to occupy Bull Demon Mountain? And why—are they always capturing people?”
The Huo Family Head shook his head and said: “Yao Race like to eat human flesh and drink human blood; perhaps it’s Bull Demon King’s hobby. Killing by the Yao Race is quite a normal thing, don’t you think?”
“Although that’s true, I think there’s something strange about this?” Tangyu slightly raised his eyebrows and said.
Zhuang Qian also nodded and said: “There is indeed something strange about this matter. From what I understand, Bull Demon King captures people very ruthlessly; I estimate at least hundreds or thousands have been captured, right? Even being bloodthirsty doesn’t mean capturing so many people, right?”
The Huo Family Head also furrowed his brow and showed a hint of gravity, saying: “Given that, does Young Hero Zhuang have any insights?”
Zhuang Qian continued: “I have been roaming the martial world for several years now, so I’ve seen quite a few strange incidents. I’ve heard the Yao Race and Demon Clan have a bloody Sinful Technique that uses human blood for cultivation, allowing rapid advancement. I’m slightly worried Bull Demon King might be practicing this Sinful Technique. Usually, Sinful Technique’s power is quite strong. If that’s the case, we need to be even more careful in dealing with it.”
“Sinful Technique—” The Huo Family Head also was solemn: “What Young Hero Zhuang said isn’t entirely unreasonable. However, when I battled Bull Demon King, I didn’t discover anything unusual. It’s just that we must carefully plan this matter.”
Tangyu waved his hand and said: “We’ll leave those things aside; since we’ve understood the situation, we’ll simply charge forward. Just a Mystical Law Realm Third Layer and twenty-odd Mystic Law Realm cultivators aren’t worth us playing cautionays with them.”
“What—” Hearing Tangyu’s proud words, the Huo Family Head was quite surprised. Charge Bull Demon Mountain with just the four of them?
Even disciples of Yanshan Sect wouldn’t be so powerful, right?
Can’t imagine Yanshan Sect sending their formidable disciples for such a small matter.
The Huo Family Head couldn’t help but say: “Young Hero Tang, Bull Demon King’s power is profound, and the current strength of Bull Demon Mountain should not be underestimated. Just the alliance of twenty-plus Mystic Law Realm cultivators constitutes a tremendous force. I think we should plan this longer-term. Though our Mountain Corner Town has weak power, adding together, we have eight Mystic Law Realm. How about I unite the other three families and gather all their Mystic Law Realm, then we can discuss and devise a comprehensive strategy together? That wouldn’t be a bad idea.”
Mountain Corner Town has eight Mystic Law Realm cultivators, with Tangyu and his companions adding up to twelve; it seems indeed like substantial power.
However, Tangyu casually waved his hand and said: “There’s no need for such trouble; we’re only out to complete the sect’s task this time, and we don’t want to waste too much time—we have other tasks to do. So better keep it straightforward; you all don’t need to get involved in this matter. If Yanshan Sect disciples needed help for their tasks, wouldn’t that be just a joke to others?”
“Brother Zhuang Qian, what do you think?”
Zhuang Qian also grinned, “Brother Tangyu has already set the course of action, so naturally we’ll proceed as planned.”
“This—” The Huo Family’s three members were quite astonished, looking at Tangyu and his companions with slightly different eyes.
They were also quite curious—could these four be so powerful?
Looking at their expressions and tone, it seemed that taking down Ox Demon Mountain was as easy as taking something from one’s pocket.
Zhuang Qian smiled and said, “Family Head Huo, there’s no need for your family to worry about this matter. We came to ask about the situation at Ox Demon Mountain, that’s all. We’re not asking the Huo family to take action. We’ve already asked about the situation, so let us handle the rest of it.”
Tangyu stood up and said, “Let’s go.”
Seeing the four of them about to leave, the Family Head Huo quickly stood up and said, “Oh great heroes, there’s no rush. I’ve already instructed the servants to prepare a feast with some wine. Might you stay and enjoy the meal before leaving?”
Tangyu curled his lips and said, “No need, maybe next time. We’re in a hurry.”
After seeing off the four, the three from the Huo family exchanged bewildered glances.
Huo Endong couldn’t help but swallow hard, rubbed his lips, and said, “Grandfather, are Young Master Tang and the others really confident they can destroy Ox Demon Mountain? They seemed so confident. Are they really that powerful?”
The Family Head Huo frowned, shook his head, and said, “I don’t know; maybe it’s possible. After all, they are disciples of the Yanshan Sect.”
However, Huo Endong’s father said, “That’s exactly why we should be worried, right? Yanshan Sect disciples are notoriously arrogant. Although they are disciples of the Yanshan Sect, they are clearly new recruits. How strong can they be? Even if all four of them are at the Mystic Law Realm Third Layer, would they dare boast so boldly? I think they are just like young bulls unafraid of tigers.”
The Family Head Huo sighed, waved his hand, and said, “Forget it, don’t worry about this now. This has become Yanshan Sect’s issue. Even if they fail, the Yanshan Sect will send other disciples. With the Yanshan Sect involved, Ox Demon Mountain will soon be subdued, eliminating a threat. Either way, it’s a good thing for our Huo family and the entire Mountain Corner Town.”
“Yes, indeed.” Huo Endong and the others nodded.
Huo Endong glanced at the direction the four left, a glimmer shining in his eyes.
How much he admired and longed to be a Yanshan Sect disciple. Because of the Ox Demon Mountain incident, he didn’t even participate in the selection. Of course, he knew he had just broken through to the Mystic Law Realm. Trying to become a Yanshan Sect disciple was impossible, so going or not didn’t really matter.
Seeing the Yanshan Sect disciples today and even exchanging a few moves with them, he genuinely saw how formidable Yanshan Sect disciples were.
The more he witnessed, the more he yearned for the Yanshan Sect.
The four, led by Tangyu, left Mountain Corner Town and headed straight for Ox Demon Mountain.
“Haha, Tangyu, are we really going to storm Ox Demon Mountain just like this?” Zhuang Qian said.
Tangyu replied, “Yeah, if we don’t go straight at it, what should we do? Just go for it. Why make it so complicated?”
Zhuang Qian said, “Haha, charging in directly is not as fun. I think playing it slow is more interesting. For example, we take turns challenging Ox Demon Mountain, luring the people out, and then ambushing them. This way, we can defeat each batch until we finally wipe them out. There are quite a few people on Ox Demon Mountain, if we charge in, we might not be able to take them all out at once.”
“It doesn’t matter, as long as we take out all their Mystic Law Realm members, the minions won’t be a threat. How many can escape?” Tangyu replied.
Zhuang Qian smiled, “No, that wouldn’t be fun. Listen to me, luring them out and ambushing them is exciting. One by one, wiping them out, and making the Bull Demon King angry, forcing him to fight us, and then we kill him. It’s exhilarating. This bull demon has done too much evil; if we don’t give him a harsh punishment, it’s too lenient.”
“Alright then, you’re too wicked. Compared to you, I feel like a good person,” Tangyu joked.
“Haha, I don’t think you’re a good person, but you’re definitely a player. Haha, the suave Young Master Tang, it’s definitely you. Tsk tsk, being a direct disciple of the Sect Master has its perks. You can even have two beauties hidden within the Yanshan Sect. Envious, envious indeed,” Zhuang Qian teased jokingly.
Yu Feng also joked with a smile, “I’m not envious, I’m just jealous.”
Tangyu said, “You two, one envious and one jealous, how about coming to stay at Bright Moon Peak for a few days after this, and I’ll have them take turns serving you?”
“No, I have principles. A friend’s wife is not to be trifled with,” Zhuang Qian immediately waved his hand.
“I have integrity,” Yu Feng said.
“…” Tangyu was speechless.