Chapter 1240, The Return of the Powerhouses

Translator:  Ashish

Translation Checker: Silvain

 

Return to the Shadows. Simple words, yet they embodied the true ambition of Yu Zi Yu.

 

He was never meant to be a figure in the spotlight.

 

His rightful place had always been behind the curtain.

 

Only from the shadows could Yu Zi Yu truly observe all races, rather than be observed by them.

 

And now, what he needed to do was gather his most trusted followers…and slip back into the darkness.

 

As for ‘seclusion’… it was merely a pretext, a perfect excuse to return to the shadows.

 

…

 

Kadar Star Domain…

 

“Master wants us to return… and we won’t be coming back anytime soon?” The thought, voiced softly, resonated from a figure of golden majesty who, on his lofty throne, slowly narrowed his eyes.

 

“Yes,” came the reply. “As per the Divine Tree, each of you may now appoint Successors to take your place.”

 

The speaker, a member of the Demon Court, gazed in awe at the beings seated before him one by one.

 

Golden Ant, known as the Heaven-Shaking Divine Ant, who was known through the Western Sector for defeating a mighty foe far stronger than himself.

 

Bull Demon, a Humanoid creature with the head of Bull and a black vortex, resembling a black hole, swirling behind him.

 

The Vicious Beast Qiongqi seated with his wings tucked in, radiating an aura of terror and nobility. At a glance, one could not tell whether it was good or evil, black or white.

 

Each and every one of them was a being whose mere presence could terrify the stars.

 

Together, they had forged the fearsome name of the Society of Demons and Fiends.

 

Even now, the Society of Demons and Fiends was universally recognized as the most fearsome dark force.

 

Just one of them, if made an appearance outside, would strike terror into the hearts of any second or third-rate force.

 

Yet few truly knew they were all members of the Demon Court.

 

Or rather… not that they did not know, but no Force dared believe it.

 

Most only suspected that the Society of Demons and Fiends and the Demon Court were loosely connected.

 

None could have imagined… that the Masters of the Society of Demons and Fiends were in fact the Demon Court’s inner circle.

 

…

 

Upon hearing the summons, Golden Ant, Bull Demon, and others exchanged glances.

 

“To choose Successors to replace us, huh…” murmured Bull Demon as a rare smile graced his face, because, truth be told, he had already been grooming a Successor.

 

And now, it would prove to be useful.

 

Thinking this, Bull Demon stated directly, “I’ll go make arrangements.”

 

With that, he rose and walked off to his palace.

 

Seeing this, White Tiger’s corners of his eyes could not help but twitch.

 

He had always walked alone. No Disciples, no close followers. His volatile temper made him hard to approach.

 

“Uh…” He glanced around and spotted the Golden Ant also standing up.

 

“Little Fifth, I remember that you don’t have any Disciples, right?” suddenly asked White Tiger, his curiosity spiked.

 

Bulls Demon left because he had someone to hand over his position, but why was Golden Ant leaving?

 

“I don’t have Disciples, but among my Ant Clan, there’s a prodigy I’ve kept by my side. He’s already a Late-Stage Tier-5. He is good enough to take my place.”

 

“Uh…” Dumbstruck, White Tiger froze.

 

And just then, he noticed his Seventh Brother, Tundra, and Eighth Brother, Titan, also quietly heading back to their own palaces.

 

“No way…” His voice trembled in disbelief.

 

“Third Brother, Second Brother told us ages ago to train Successors. You were the one who ignored his words.”

 

“Tsk, just look at him now. He’s about to cry.”

 

…

 

As teasing words rang out, the top brass of the Society of Demons and Fiends began their quiet preparations.

 

As for White Tiger… it seemed his seat would remain empty for a while.

 

…

 

It was not just the Society of Demons and Fiends, even the major planets under the Demon Court’s control were astir.

 

“From now on, Saturn is yours.”

 

“Yes, Great Grandfather.”

 

The reply came from a tall, burly figure—one who bore a strong resemblance to Qing Gang.

 

He was Qing Gang’s great-grandson, the most famous prodigy of their Family.

 

Barely past thirty, yet already at Late-Stage Tier-5.

 

Such talent was remarkable.

 

As for how Qing Gang had a Great Grandson… Well, after becoming the Lord of Saturn, he had indulged in a more… comfortable life, and gave birth to a child.

 

Later, his children spread out and multiplied, and surprisingly, they established a rather respectable Family on Saturn.

 

And thanks to Qing Gang’s reputation, the Family was ranked even within the Demon Court.

 

After all, a full century had passed since the Spiritual Energy Resurgence…And a century was long enough to establish a Clan.

 

“With you taking over, I can rest easy.” Qing Gang laughed heartily, though his face betrayed a trace of strangeness.

 

[Among all of us, I’m probably the only one with descendants.]

 

*Haaa…* A soft sigh escaped Qing Gang.

 

He could not help but feel a bit of regret.

 

[Having a family means having ties and responsibilities. In a sense, a Family is indeed… a burden. Anyway, this is not the time for having such thoughts. Since Master has summoned us, then I should go as soon as possible.]

 

With these thoughts, Qing Gang took a step forward.

 

*Booooom…* Instantly, the ground rumbled as a massive earthen pillar burst from the ground, launching Qing Gang into the stars.

 

The current Qing Gang had become one with the Earth, its very embodiment.

 

His command of the land had reached an astonishing level. With ease, he could summon a stone pillar that pierced straight into the sky.

 

…

 

Time flowed quietly, and in the blink of an eye, half a month had elapsed.

 

In that time, the entire Celestial Realm had become bustling with activity.

 

Simply because, every now and then, terrifying auras streaked across the sky, stirring countless speculations.

 

At this moment…

 

*Swish… Swish… Swish…* Suddenly, ten streaks of light cut across the void, descending from the depths of the starry skies.

 

Every one of them was like a God or Devil, exuding an overwhelming, ominous presence.

 

Their auras seemed unfit for the mortal world, so terrifying that the moment they appeared, ominous dark clouds blanketed the skies.

 

Had the Empress and Nine Tails not warned everyone in advance, saying not to panic in these few days, many would’ve already taken to the skies to investigate.

 

“Master! Eldest Sister! We’ve returned!” Suddenly, a booming voice resounded, shaking the sky.

 

Following the voice, one of the ten figures broke away and shot directly toward the heart of the Celestial Realm.