"Loyalty..."
Looking at the seven old men bowing respectfully before him, Tang Luochuan couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with emotion. Were these really the same Seven Sin Old Demons who had previously lost their rationality and mental stability?
Especially that Nightmare Old Demon who used to cackle with "hehehe" at every turn—now his eyes shone brightly, the very picture of a sycophant.
Truth be told, Tang Luochuan preferred their former unruly demeanor.
"Your Highness, we may need to occupy a space in your mental domain to better assist you in daily matters..."
The Greed Old Demon's expression visibly calmed as he spoke directly to Tang Luochuan.
With their god-level mental power, even a casually created mental domain would surpass what top experts on the continent could achieve in a lifetime. For someone at Tang Luochuan's current level...
This would undoubtedly be of great use.
Before he ascended to godhood, they could still play a significant role. Moreover, their Seven Sins Power had numerous applications.
"No need for the mental domain."
Tang Luochuan waved off the suggestion indifferently.
"Your Highness... do you distrust us...?"
Rejected outright, the Greed Old Demon froze, his face tinged with sorrow. After all, they were still seven demons at their core...
"No. I was thinking, if you're willing, you can simply stay here."
Tang Luochuan chuckled and shook his head.
Before the Greed Old Demon could process his words, he suddenly felt his surroundings shift—he was now in an entirely different world.
"This is...?"
The Greed Old Demon's eyes widened in shock. Beside him, the Ruin Old Demon, Nightmare Old Demon, and the others wore identical expressions.
It was a vast world—so immense that even with their probing abilities, they couldn't see its end. Huge, enormous!
They could also sense that this world teemed with countless powerful auras, the overwhelming pressure making it hard to breathe.
Without a doubt, this was a formidable Small World—one that could hardly be called "small" at all.
"Your Highness, where is this...?"
The Greed Old Demon turned to Tang Luochuan in bewilderment. What lay before him far exceeded his expectations.
"This is Dragon Valley, a Small World granted by my Dragon God Bloodline, directly connected to me."
"You can stay here from now on. I can communicate with you anytime."
Tang Luochuan spoke calmly, as if discussing the most mundane topic. Yet the old demons beside him were already reeling internally.
The ability to control a Small World alone was staggering enough, let alone what he had just mentioned...
Dragon God Bloodline! The bloodline of a god?
Dragons had always symbolized supreme power since ancient times. Legends spoke of them wielding the mightiest God Power in the distant past. Could this Dragon God be...?
"Might I ask about this Dragon God—"
The Greed Old Demon took a deep breath, about to inquire further, when an enormous figure materialized before them all.
"My Lord!"
At that moment, the Mountain Dragon King appeared respectfully beside Tang Luochuan. He seemed already aware of the Seven Old Devils' presence, his demeanor utterly composed.
His massive form loomed like a mountain, exuding an overwhelming aura with every movement even within Dragon Valley. Beside him, the Seven Old Devils appeared as small as children.
"A dragon..."
"Such an enormous dragon!"
Greed Old Demon's face twisted in astonishment as he observed the colossal dragon before him. He could sense that this being wasn't just physically powerful—their own prideful spiritual power...
Paled in comparison like raw recruits before a veteran.
No matter how one looked at it, this dragon before them...
Wasn't someone they'd dare provoke even if they tried!
"Your Highness, may I ask who this is...?"
Greed Old Demon ventured cautiously. At this moment, the other Old Devils were too stunned to speak.
"This is the foremost of my Nine Dragon Kings—the Mountain Dragon King. His full strength remains unknown even to me..."
"But he certainly surpasses the God of Sea from twenty thousand years ago, and isn't far from the twin deities of Life and Destruction."
Tang Luochuan introduced with a smile.
Perhaps comparing the Mountain Dragon King to the God of Sea was somewhat unfair, but for the Seven Old Devils present, it served as an excellent reference point.
"..."
"Lord Mountain Dragon King!"
Hearing this simple introduction, the Seven Old Devils immediately prostrated themselves in reverence.
The God of Sea! One of the mightiest known deities on Douluo Continent, yet this dragon surpassed even him, approaching the level of the twin God Kings of Destruction and Life—truly terrifying.
Especially considering there were seven more such beings...
At this moment, a gleam flashed through Greed Old Demon's eyes. His craving for loyalty now...
Surpassed all other convictions!
Absolute! Devotion!
"God of Sea..."
The Mountain Dragon King shook his massive head in mild confusion upon hearing this. Which supreme deity was this God of Sea?
But if his master mentioned him, he must be comparable to the God of Destruction himself!
The thought filled him with quiet pride—his master clearly held him in high regard!
"..."
Soon after, Tang Luochuan departed Dragon Valley World, returning to Devil Island with Greed Old Demon, where the other six Old Devils also appeared.
Back at their original location, Yun Ming and Tong Yu had been waiting anxiously, but the sudden appearance of so many figures left them momentarily speechless.
"Senior Greed, Senior Destruction, Senior Nightmare..."
Yun Ming's face showed bewilderment as all seven legendary seniors stood before them at once.
Just as he prepared to speak, Greed Old Demon, leader of the seven, initiated the conversation.
"Yun Ming."
"From this day forth, Devil Island ceases to exist."
Greed Old Demon wore an expression of refreshed satisfaction as he declared this with a light chuckle.
"Huh?"
Yun Ming froze, his mind conjuring question marks. If Devil Island no longer existed, then what was this place they stood upon?
"..."
Meanwhile, Gu Yue's eyes shimmered with contemplation. She'd already grasped the situation—it seemed these Old Devils had all pledged themselves to Luo Chuan's service.
"Henceforth, we Seven Old Devils shall follow only His Highness Luo Chuan's command. As for Devil Island..."
"It will no longer cultivate talents for Shrek Academy."
Sure enough, the next moment, under Gu Yue's expectant gaze, the Greed Old Demon said with a smile. Beside him, the other six Old Demons also nodded seriously and grinned.
In the past, even though they were neither human nor ghost, they had still contributed greatly to the academy, aiding Shrek's prodigies over the centuries and making no small impact.
Even though every trial-taker regarded the Mental Domain as a nightmare, it was undeniable that the seven trials had significantly elevated everyone's mental fortitude.
The past belonged to the academy, but now…
It belonged to them.
"..."
Yet at this moment, Yun Ming's eyes widened in astonishment. He opened his mouth, only to hesitate, unable to speak.
Do you even hear yourselves… What are you saying?!
"His Highness Luo Chuan, followed by the seven seniors?"
Yun Ming slowly pondered these words, casting a deep glance in Tang Luochuan's direction, utterly speechless.
He was just a boy of twelve or thirteen, with parents who were merely ordinary Titled Douluo!
But with dual Godhood Inheritances, five hundred-thousand-year Soul Rings, and unparalleled talent…
"Hmm…"
Yun Ming silently lowered his head. Well… if I were also a spiritual entity, I might be willing to follow him too!
(End of Chapter)