Unrivaled Martial Emperor

Chapter 825 - Merely a Top-Tier Peak Heavenly Star Realm

Chen Fan looked at Yan Shuiyi and asked, “Why would the princess be looking for me?”

He had never even met her, yet she had sent her personal attendant to summon him. What was the matter?

“How would I know? Maybe the princess took an interest in you after you seized the position of third demon general.” Yan Shuiyi revealed an amused smile, earning a glare from Chen Fan.

“I was the lowest-ranked demon general and never had contact with the central demon palace. As the demon king’s daughter, her status far surpasses any demon general. Still, in this sect, aside from the demon king and demon lords, the demon generals manage all external affairs. While lower-ranked generals might escape their notice, the top-ranked ones are always under scrutiny.

“You killed the third demon general publicly and claimed his seat with overwhelming strength. Your name has already spread throughout the demon sect. I’d be surprised if the central demon palace wasn’t curious about you.”

Yan Shuiyi’s tone became thoughtful as she said, “I’ve never seen the princess before, so I can’t say anything for sure, but if she wants to meet you, this could be an opportunity. You should go.”

“What opportunity?” Chen Fan asked.

“Aren’t you looking for someone? Using the resources of our demon palace hall and Qi Xue will only take you so far. But if you gain the central demon palace’s support, your chances improve significantly.”

Chen Fan’s eyes flickered. He looked outside and said, “You make a good point. Then you’re coming with me.”

“The princess summoned you, not me. I’ll escort you to the entrance of the central demon palace, but you’ll have to enter alone. Without explicit orders, not even a demon general can set foot inside,” Yan Shuiyi said, her tone firm yet respectful.

She couldn’t take a step into the central demon palace even when she was a demon general. Even now, as the steward of the third demon general’s mansion, she lacked the qualifications to step into the central demon palace.

“Alright then.” Chen Fan nodded.

They left the demon palace hall and flew across the sky, heading toward the central demon palace. @@novelbin@@

They soon arrived at the palace’s grand entrance, an imposing structure that radiated both majesty and dominance.

Yan Shuiyi walked up and said to the guard, “Third Demon General Chen Fan has come to see the princess on her orders. Please have someone lead the way.”

One of the guards glanced at Chen Fan and said, “Follow me, Lord Demon General.”

Chen Fan walked up and nodded at Yan Shuiyi, then followed the guard into the central demon palace.

As Demon King Xuan Ting’s royal residence, the central demon palace embodied unparalleled magnificence. Layers of security surrounded it, with teams of black-armored guards patrolling in perfect synchronization. Their formidable demonic auras left no doubt about their strength.

The palace was vast, and Chen Fan’s escort changed hands multiple times during the journey. Finally, Chen Fan arrived at the princess’ residence.

Unlike the demon generals’ residences, the princess’ abode exuded elegance and refinement, reminiscent of the royal residences of the Tianwu Continent.

Small bridges, flowing water, pavilions, rock gardens, all of it gave off a spiritual atmosphere.

Chen Fan followed the guards into the garden, his gaze immediately taking in the elegant setting. Some familiar faces were sitting by the lake, sipping tea and chatting.

The figures there all had extraordinary presences—they were the top five demon generals.

Chen Fan wasn’t the only one invited by the princess; she had long met the other generals. This meeting was clearly to assess him, the new third demon general.

Aside from the four demon generals, there were also several young experts. Their grandeur was not any inferior to the demon generals. That personal attendant of the princess he had met previously was also among them.

Chen Fan’s gaze shifted to the woman in the main seat—the princess of the demon sect.

Though the princess of the demon sect, she wore a simple white dress that looked effortless and graceful. Even as she sat, her long, slender legs and soft form were still subtly visible.

Her striking beauty, even surpassing Qi Xue’s, carried the distant aura of a demon sect expert.

The group noticed Chen Fan’s arrival but ignored him, continuing their chatter and laughter. Only the princess’s attendant spared him a cold glance, his face betraying a hint of mockery.

Previously, he had gone over to invite Chen Fan, but the latter had shown him an attitude. Now, he wanted to see what Chen Fan would do.

Chen Fan looked at this group of people. He smiled in his heart and asked knowingly, “Excuse me, who is the princess?”

There was, of course, only one woman seated at the head of the group—clearly the demon sect’s princess.

“Insolence,” the princess’s attendant snapped icily, glaring at Chen Fan. “Can’t you see that the princess is talking with everyone here? Just wait there to be received.”

Chen Fan remained calm, his tone steady. “I have pressing matters. If the princess is occupied, I’ll visit another time.” With that, he turned to leave, leaving the attendant momentarily stunned.

This guy, how bold of him, to dare show an attitude to the princess!

“How dare you!” shouted someone coldly, making Chen Fan stop. A youth said coldly, “The princess invited you here, yet you dare act so rudely. Who gave you the guts!”

Chen Fan turned to face him, his gaze unwavering. “Correct me if I am wrong, but aren’t you the fourth demon general? The same one who threatened me during the Demon General Ranking Battle. I let it slide then due to the circumstances, but now, you’d better watch your tone before me, the third demon general. Otherwise, I don’t mind making a trip to your palace hall. You’re merely a top-tier, peak Heavenly Star realm expert.”

The words struck like a hammer, leaving the fourth demon general frozen in place.

He had intended to impress the princess by rebuking Chen Fan, but he hadn’t expected such a sharp and direct response.

Being the fourth demon general, he possessed tremendous strength. However, he wasn’t as strong as Dou Yan; since Chen Fan could kill Dou Yan, dealing with him would be no challenge.

The princess’ personal attendant’s eyes also narrowed at Chen Fan’s words.

Chen Fan had said “merely a top-tier peak Heavenly Star realm expert.” It was a pointed remark, as both the fourth demon general and the attendant held that level of cultivation.

Everyone in the Xuan Ting Demon Sect knew Chen Fan killed Dou Yan, and the attendant was no exception.

He had initially tried to assert dominance when delivering the princess’s invitation, flaunting his status. But Chen Fan’s indifference had left him irritated.

Now, hearing Chen Fan say this, cold sweat poured out from his back.

“Pretty arrogant,” said the second demon general, Jin Xingzi, with a smile.

The princess finally looked up, her beautiful eyes resting on Chen Fan. She said with a light smile, “No need to get angry, Third Demon General. I was the one who invited you here to have a talk. Come take a seat.”