Attaining Immortality, Starting From Slaying Demons

Chapter 364: 362

“My lord, the essence of Formation lies in learning how to extrapolate from one case to many, to be intuitive, rather than just… rote memorization,”

reminded the Qingqiu ancestor rather diplomatically.

Shen Yi sat in the empty cave dwelling, vigorously massaging his temples.

Charts of various formations raced through his mind, slightly overwhelming his spirit.

After nearly two thousand years of extrapolation,

Shen Yi had finally mastered the seven books on Formation.

With his current understanding of Formation, he could barely be called a master.

However, it was not until he began to deduce the entirety of the Xu Family’s Formation Diagram Manual

that he realized all he had learned was merely the basics.

The Xu Family’s manual recorded a total of thirteen hundred formation diagrams.

Just the Dragon Locking Array alone could evolve into nearly a hundred variations; what seemed to be minor adjustments could lead to entirely different outcomes.

As the Qingqiu ancestor put it, this craft depended on talent.

Master one and you understand them all.

The focus was on acting as one wished, the formations having no fixed shape.

Shen Yi truly couldn’t grasp the so-called “intuition,” so he chose the most brute force method.

If enlightenment eluded him, then he’d memorize by rote.

As long as he memorized all the variations, it was as good as having understood them.

The Qingqiu ancestor admitted he couldn’t comprehend it, but was greatly shocked.

His master had turned the exquisite study of formations into a type of wild and primal beauty.

While Shen Yi persisted in pouring his lifespan into the endeavor, two new faces arrived in the cave dwelling.

“Congratulations to the Lion Emperor for his significant advancement in cultivation!”

Even before they approached, they called out loud.

Hearing how the lion had come back and had slain the Man Shan Demon Emperor, then immediately snatched the Youwei Spear from the Youwei Demon Emperor, was evidence of his fierce and greedy nature.

It was best not to let the other party think they had trespassed in the cave dwelling.

“My brother and I serve under the Golden-Winged Demon Emperor, and have specially brought fine wine to join in the celebration,”

the Roe Demon said, grinning as he walked forward with a large jar of wine.

Following behind was a Great Demon with a prominent cockscomb, who, while not smiling, was still polite enough to cup his hands in greeting.

“We originally wanted to invite the Lion Emperor to gather at the Eight Directions Food Pavilion, but given the recent unrest, that isn’t feasible. Nevertheless, this wine also comes from the Pavilion, so please make do with it,” they said.

After saying this, both of them looked forward.

Inside the simple cave dwelling, the Golden Eyes Lion casually leaned on a stone platform, clearly treating this place as his own territory.

Seeing the two demons approach,

Shen Yi glanced at them, then casually raised his hand: “Sit.”

About these two demons, the lion spirit had already informed him earlier, so there was no need for further questions now.

The Roe Demon was a formidable creature from more than twenty caves, not quite on the level with Thunder Hoof and Youwei, but still beyond what the Golden Eyes Lion Emperor used to be.

The Chicken Demon was even more formidable, ranking just above Youwei.

“I’ve long heard of the Lion Emperor’s renown, truly imposing,”

Observing the lion’s indifferent attitude, the Roe Demon discreetly glanced at the Youwei Spear in its hand, nodded, and sat down cheerfully.

Inadvertently, he caught a momentary eye contact with the Chicken Demon.

A demon emperor of forty caves, and in such a short amount of time had already begun to put on airs.

…

The Chicken Demon shook its head gently, showing no unusual reaction.

To become arrogant when in power was nothing unusual.

In the Thousand Demon Cave, there were many examples like this over the years, but perhaps only a few had survived until the end.

Today they came on the orders of the Golden-Winged Demon Emperor.

Plus, with the Lion’s background now unknown, even Youwei fearing him, enduring a little was of no consequence.

With this thought, they rose to tap on the wine jar, filled three large bowls with the fine wine, and respectfully offered them to the exalted lion: “My brother and I admire such a hero as the Lion Emperor, and may have the honor of becoming family in the future.”

Shen Yi took the large bowl, slightly swirled the wine, and noncommittally said, “Perhaps.”

With his current strength, relying on the vestment robe, he might have more than enough to save his life, but that definitely didn’t make him top-tier.

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To gain a firm foothold, indeed a backing is needed.

As of now, he had no understanding of the Great Demons from the top ten caves, making rash decisions could easily lead to trouble.

His goal was not to become another Thunderhoof Demon Emperor, but to truly infiltrate the inner workings of the Thousand Demon Cave.

Shen Yi, basking in the strong aroma of wine, silently used the Illusory Form Technique to dispose of the liquor.

Then, he smacked his lips, “Another bowl.”

“The Lion Emperor is generous.”

The Roe Demon hurriedly refilled the bowl for him.

Soon, the entire den was overtaken by the smell of alcohol.

Observing the lion’s increasingly languid demeanor, the Roe Demon spared no flattery, almost extolling him as a being second only to the Great Demons of the top ten caves.

“Tsk.”

The Rooster Demon leisurely savored the fine wine.

This old Roe Demon still doesn’t give in, huh.

The Golden-Eyes Lion Emperor had just made an enemy of Youwei, which was tantamount to offending the Spider Emperor.

If it still doesn’t know to restrain itself now, the bigger the loss it will suffer later on.

Going to all lengths to flatter is akin to seeking the lion’s death.

This was in total opposition to the orders given by the Golden-Winged Demon Emperor.

But the Rooster Demon just smiled and had no intention of interrupting.

No matter that they’d been running errands for the Golden-Winged Demon Emperor as brothers for many years, the sudden emergence of a lucky lion posed a significant threat to their status.

Finally, it reached the deep of night.

The wine jar was nearing empty.

The Roe Demon, now bleary-eyed with drink, swayed his head, “Lion Emperor, wait a moment, let me go back and fetch more wine.”

Just then, purple lightning flickered outside the den.

Four dark green eyes peered into the den.

The Thunderhoof Demon Emperor cast a glance over the two demons and then gave the lion a dispassionate smile, “It seems I’ve come at an inopportune time, interrupting your enjoyment.”

“Spit it out if you have something to say.”

Shen Yi remained seated, now more adept at navigating relationships among demons.

It wasn’t as difficult as he had originally thought, and quite suited his somewhat socially anxious personality.

On hearing this, both the Roe Demon and the Rooster Demon revealed a strange expression.

It seems the relationship between the two parties was worse than they had imagined.

“I really am curious, how did I end up taking you in.”

The Thunderhoof Demon Emperor had grown accustomed to the other’s arrogance and not as enraged as before, merely expressing a little sentiment.

Then, he conjured a purple lightning bolt and slowly floated it over to the lion.

His four eyes narrowed slightly, filled with mockery, “By the order of the Profound Abyss Spider Emperor, you are to guard the den, leave immediately.”

The Thunderhoof Demon Emperor did not bother to pretend.

He made it clear that this was a lesson.

He wanted to see the lion realize there was a pitfall ahead yet feel utterly helpless to avoid it.

“Damn it…”

The Roe Demon looked away, had he known the Spider Emperor would react this quickly, he wouldn’t have come today.

Now having heard this, to feign ignorance… he’s sure to get a beating from that Nine-Striped Tiger upon returning.

“Rest assured, Lion Emperor, my brother and I are willing to share your worries.” The Rooster Demon stood up at the right moment.

Seeing this, the Thunderhoof Demon Emperor’s eyelids twitched.

He hadn’t anticipated that the Golden-Winged Demon Emperor would value this lion so highly.

But…

If that Jade Slip truly is as valuable as the Spider Emperor claimed, even adding these two foolish demons to the mix wouldn’t make a difference.

The Thunderhoof Demon Emperor continued to stare at the lion, with even more mockery in his eyes.

Yet Shen Yi casually dispersed the purple lightning and slowly stood up.

His scarred muscles twitched slightly, his body exuded an alcohol fragrance, but his golden eyes remained remarkably clear, “Understood, you can go now.”

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