Chapter 772: Farewell
After slaying the Sky Demon Emperor trapped in the Vermillion Bird Star Domain, Xiao Ze employed similar strategies to deal with the remaining Sky Demon Emperors.
Having been suppressed for tens of thousands of years, these Sky Demon Emperors were no longer at their peak. With the assistance of the Chaos God Emperor, Xiao Ze channeled the latter's vast power through the Zhou Tian Star Diagram. The process was challenging, but it concluded without any significant dangers.
Defeating the Four Sky Demon Emperors
In the Eastern Azure Dragon Star Domain, the wood element Azure Dragon embodied vitality and decay.
A colossal ancient evergreen tree shrouded the domain, draining the life force of the Sky Demon Emperor.
From the now lifeless demonic body, Xiao Ze extracted a trace of residual demonic soul.
In the Northern Black Tortoise Star Domain, the tortoise snake hybrid Black Tortoise was cloaked in impenetrable scales.
Endless starry light condensed into an icy domain, freezing everything. The freezing will permeated even souls, trapping the Sky Demon Emperor in eternal ice.
Walking across the frozen expanse, Xiao Ze pressed his Demon Slaying Token against the demon's forehead.
In the Western White Tiger Star Domain, starlight coalesced into a platinum tiger, each strand of fur radiating with razor sharp sword intent.
The ferocity of the White Tiger transformed the domain into a world of slaughter, shredding the Sky Demon Emperor into pieces.
Xiao Ze grasped a strand of the demon's body, which carried a faint trace of demonic soul.
With the four Sky Demon Emperors annihilated, Xiao Ze's Demon Slaying Points soared to 50,000.
The deaths of two Heavenly Demon Emperors and four Sky Demon Emperors not only rid the world of significant threats but also provided Xiao Ze with immense resources.
With 50,000 Demon Slaying Points, he could redeem countless rare treasures in the Grand Thousand Palace!
Relief and Gratitude
"Hahaha! At last, the Sky Demon Emperors have been eradicated. My efforts over these countless years have not been in vain!"
The Chaos God Emperor let out a hearty laugh. Though his tone carried joy, a deep sense of relief was evident in his demeanor.
"Master, I have fulfilled my duty and slain the Sky Demon Emperors," Xiao Ze said humbly, relinquishing his control over the Zhou Tian Star Diagram.
"Ah, how fortunate I am. Even after my death, I was able to take in such an outstanding disciple," the Chaos God Emperor said, his face brimming with satisfaction.
With a wave of his hand, streams of light entered the Zhou Tian Star Diagram.
"These are the few sacred grounds that survived the war back then. Consider them my parting gift to you.
"With your ambition and talent, these should serve as a solid foundation when you establish your own power."
A Selfless Legacy
Xiao Ze looked at the sacred grounds but shook his head. "Master, I cannot accept these. Besides, with your immense power, you could easily reestablish the Chaos God Palace as a superpower!"
"Hahaha, listen to me and take them. I have already perished long ago."
The Chaos God Emperor paused and continued with a faint smile:
"Back then, aside from these four Sky Demon Emperors, there was another a being among Sky Demon Emperors who stood at the pinnacle, rivaling even late stage Supreme Heavenly Sovereigns.
"It was because of this demon that I fell, expending my remaining power to suppress the other four Sky Demon Emperors.
"My continued existence was sustained by two things:
"First, the will to ensure these demons could never harm the Grand Thousand World.
"Second, my lingering power, which is now nearly depleted.
"Why cling to a hollow existence any longer?"
Xiao Ze opened his mouth, wanting to say that he might one day find a way to resurrect Supreme Heavenly Sovereigns. But before he could speak, the Chaos God Emperor shook his head.
"I am tired. This ending is liberation for me."
Hearing this, Xiao Ze fell silent.
A Lonely Duty
The Chaos God Emperor had spent tens of thousands of years suppressing demons in isolation. It was a monumental feat, but the loneliness he endured was unimaginable.
While other ancient sovereigns who suppressed demons often fell into deep slumber to preserve their strength and avoid the pain of solitude, the Chaos God Emperor remained awake.
The immense power of the Zhou Tian Star Diagram required his constant attention to ensure the Sky Demon Emperors remained contained.
For tens of thousands of years, he bore this isolation with unwavering determination.
Having suffered through such loneliness, even the hope of resurrection held no appeal for him. Liberation through fading away was his choice.
Final Farewell
Understanding this, Xiao Ze bowed his head, his voice tinged with sorrow.
"I… I understand, Master. I will honor your will."
"Haha, there is no need for such sadness. For me, this is freedom."
The Chaos God Emperor smiled faintly and patted Xiao Ze on the shoulder.
Looking around the Zhou Tian Star Diagram, he sighed.
"It is a shame the Chaos Continent was shattered during those two catastrophic wars.
"If the continent were intact, you could one day cleanse the lingering forces here and establish a superpower upon it."
A Final Gift
"Now, let me give you one final gift," the Chaos God Emperor said.
The vast energy that surrounded his body began dispersing into the Zhou Tian Star Diagram.
"This power contains my will and cannot be absorbed by you. But through the Zhou Tian Star Diagram, it can be converted to temper your Saint Flame Army.
"After this refinement, your army will rival the battle hardened legions of the ancient world armies capable of standing against Heavenly Sovereigns."
"Master…"
Rest at Last
"It's enough," the Chaos God Emperor interrupted with a serene smile.
"I am lucky to have had you as my disciple, even after death. When you leave, let the Chaos God Palace become my tomb."
As his remaining energy scattered, his spectral form dissolved into countless stars, fading into the heavens.
A Deep Bow
Xiao Ze turned toward the fading light and knelt deeply, his voice carrying a profound sense of respect and loss.
"Disciple… bids farewell to Master!"
(End of Chapter )
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