Chapter 1451: Taiji Heavenly Demon, Welcoming the Imperial Teacher

Pure Nine-Lotus Treasure Lantern

Chen Mobai was filled with shock and disbelief.

Given his current Dao Integration realm, for him to exhibit such emotion indicated an extremely unexpected individual.

“I never expected to meet you again, my young friend, under these circumstances.”

Amidst a sigh, the mysterious figure knew he could not conceal himself from the Grand Dao of Sage Virtue. As he spoke, the violet-red and dark-green lights dissipated, revealing the form of a loose-haired Daoist.

It was none other than Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer.

However, compared to before, a stone lotus mark had appeared on his brow. The mark was composed of profound, intricate patterns, forming a talisman.

Upon seeing this, Chen Mobai immediately understood what had happened.

“You were implanted with the Primal Demonic Talisman by the Demon Lord?”

Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer nodded.

Just then, a colossal, ink-black dragon head emerged from the void behind Chen Mobai. It opened its gaping maw, spewing forth torrents of dark demonic flames capable of corrupting all things.

In response, Chen Mobai remained motionless. A purple jade discipline ruler appeared out of thin air, plunging into the demonic dragon’s maw. While blocking all the demonic flames, it also pierced through and shattered the dragon’s head.

Amidst the demonic dragon’s agonizing cries, the dragon’s back, where Chen Mobai and Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer stood, shook violently. Yet, both maintained their composure, conversing as if old friends reunited.

“How did you come to such a plight, fellow Daoist?”

In response to Chen Mobai’s question, Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer recounted his experiences.

“During the process of elevating my Innate Grand Dao of Tai Chi, I inadvertently refined this Primal Demonic Talisman. By the time I realized it, I had already become a mere incarnation of the Demon Lord.”

“The Innate Grand Dao of Tai Chi can give birth to all phenomena and transform into all paths under heaven. Coupled with the fact that I am my master’s disciple, the Demon Lord previously sent me to Profound Origin Heaven and Primal Heaven. He intended to use this Tai Chi Celestial Demon incarnation of mine to refine the Heavenly River Dao Fruit, or to undo the seal on Primal Heaven.”

“However, Profound Origin Heaven was previously guarded by the Heavenly Emperor’s true body and the Grand Void Sky-Measuring Ruler. The Demon Lord didn’t want to tip his hand, so I could only conceal myself in the chaos and await an opportunity.”

“The seals of the two Pure Yang existences in Primal Heaven were also extraordinary, yet I still managed to dissolve a passage. But just as I was about to succeed, the Demon Lord and Heavenly Emperor vanished amidst their great battle, leaving me to temporarily assume the position of Demonic Monarch, leading the demonic path of the three realms and instigating rebellion…”

Upon hearing this, Chen Mobai’s heart trembled. He thought, ‘As expected of Senior Brother One Star. While seemingly holding down the fort in Burning Heaven and drawing all of Heaven’s attention, he was secretly orchestrating so many schemes.’

Had the Heavenly Emperor not been cautious, and had the Grand Void Sky-Measuring Ruler not coincidentally overseen Profound Origin Heaven, it is estimated that once the Tai Chi Celestial Demon had refined the Heavenly River Dao Fruit and mastered the power of creation, even if the Grand Void True King returned, he likely wouldn’t have been able to suppress the Demon Lord anymore.

“What is the current situation with the great battle between the Demon Lord and the Heavenly Emperor?” Chen Mobai hastily asked this most crucial question.

Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer, however, shook his head.

After all, he was merely a clone. Even though he had a brief moment of lucidity now, taking advantage of the Demon Lord’s inability to attend to him, he certainly had no way of peering into the main body’s affairs.

Chen Mobai understood the Demon Lord’s Pure Yang essence and didn’t hold much hope regarding that question. He looked at the Primal Demonic Talisman on Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer’s brow and sighed with regret, “What are your plans next, fellow Daoist?”

“The Demon Lord’s command is for me to conquer Miro Heaven, destroy the Thirty-Three Heavens of the Immortal Realm, and even the entire Three Realms.”

Hearing this, Chen Mobai knew that the Demon Lord was preparing to attain Primal.

Under these circumstances, with him having integrated with the Grand Dao of Sage Virtue, it was clear that Heaven’s will intended for him to stop this great calamity.

“Fellow Daoist, if that is the case, I can only seal you for now.”

Chen Mobai solemnly said to Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer.

He had also comprehended the Primal Demonic Talisman and knew that once implanted, a single thought from the Demon Lord could turn the host into a puppet devoid of any autonomy.

The authority of the Grand Dao of Sage Virtue allowed Chen Mobai to know the methods for removing the Primal Demonic Talisman.

For instance, an existence of Ninth-tier Creation or Primal level could intervene, or Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer himself could attain Pure Yang.

The Primal Demonic Talisman, like the Grand Dao of Sage Virtue, relied on cultivation realm to achieve absolute suppression.

It was precisely for this reason that the Demon Lord failed when he made a move against the White Tiger Saint Ancestor in the past.

However, none of these methods were within Chen Mobai’s capabilities.

What he could do now was to seal Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer, who had already become a Tai Chi Celestial Demon, and then see if there were other solutions after dealing with the Demon Lord.

“My young friend, I am bound by the Demon Lord’s command and cannot surrender without a fight. If you wish to seal me, you will have to demonstrate your true abilities.”

Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer nodded. As he spoke, violet and green energies flared in his pupils.

He raised his right hand, his sword-finger, once used to cleanse all demons, now entwined with vast demonic energy. Without any fancy moves, he merely waved his sword-finger in Chen Mobai’s direction.

In an instant, everything in front of Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer was split in two by violet and green sword light.

The Grand Dao of Tai Chi could transform into all paths under heaven; no power could obstruct it.

Chen Mobai’s figure appeared behind Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer. He extended his hand, placing it on the latter’s shoulder. Gentle, pure sage virtue light suddenly burst forth, transforming into golden characters, like a splendid essay, spreading from Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer’s shoulder across his body, enacting the seal.

Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer instantly extended his finger, pointing from his ear towards his back. Violet and green sword light erupted once more.

Amidst the sky full of blood, the demonic dragon, which had raised another head and intended to sneak attack Chen Mobai from behind, was accidentally wounded by the sword light and cut in half.

“You beast, is this a battle you can participate in? The aftermath alone could shake you to death.”

Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer showed no remorse for accidentally harming his 'comrade.' After rebuking the three-headed demonic dragon beneath his feet, he shrugged his shoulder, shaking off Chen Mobai’s Sage Virtue Seal.

As he unleashed the Unprepared Sword Art, violet and green sword light filled the sky, not only enveloping Chen Mobai but also encompassing the entire Miro Heaven.

Upon witnessing this scene, Heavenly Consort’s expression drastically changed.

Because the Profound Yellow Grand Formation could not withstand these violet and green sword lights.

But at this moment, Chen Mobai’s figure suddenly appeared above the formation. He called out in the direction of the True Immortal Pond: “Where is the Gate of Grand Void?”

Empty-Empty Child and Drifting-Drifting Maiden exchanged glances. Without hesitation, they directly hurled the two door panels they held towards the sky.

Amidst a flash of silver light, the two door panels perfectly joined together as they landed behind Chen Mobai, forming a closed gate.

Chen Mobai waved his sleeve towards the Gate of Grand Void behind him. Under the authority of the Grand Dao of Sage Virtue, the knowledge of how to activate this Innate Supreme Treasure was instantly grasped by him.

With a resounding boom, the Gate of Grand Void opened. Behind it lay a clear, azure void, like a secluded paradise.

All the violet and green sword lights that had fallen upon the Profound Yellow Grand Formation plunged into the Gate of Grand Void, like stones dropped into a lake, creating slight ripples that were quickly quelled.

Beyond Miro Heaven, however, things were not so fortunate.

All the demonic cultivators who were laying siege, except for the Seventh-tier Demon Gods who foresaw the danger and dodged in advance, were all cut in half by the violet and green sword lights, perishing both body and Dao.

“What are you doing?!”

Ancient Demonic Bloodmoon and other Demon Gods who had narrowly escaped saw this scene and couldn’t help but demand answers from Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer.

A thread of golden light pierced the center of the blood moon. Boundless pure sage virtue light purified the main body of this Seventh-tier Demon God, transforming it into a radiant white moon.

As Chen Mobai casually ended another thread, he also raised his hand to slowly close the Gate of Grand Void.

Although the authority of the Grand Dao of Sage Virtue allowed him to use this Innate Supreme Treasure without the Grand Void True King’s intervention, it was not his innate Grand Dao, so it was still a bit strenuous.

Moreover, the demonic cultivators besieging Miro Heaven, except for the Seventh-tier Demon Gods, had already perished in the 'aftermath' of his exchange with Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer, so there was no longer a need for this Innate Supreme Treasure.

“Is this the renowned Gate of Grand Void? I, the Monarch, have cultivated for tens of thousands of years, and I refuse to believe I cannot break it!” At this moment, Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer spoke again.

He seemed very angry that the Gate of Grand Void had devoured so much of his violet and green sword light. As he spoke, he unleashed a sword-escape technique, transforming himself into an astonishing sword beam, like a massive violet and green divine sword, striking down from the sky. Aiming at the rapidly closing Gate of Grand Void, he abruptly plunged into it.

Seeing this, Chen Mobai knew his conjecture was correct. Only after Patriarch Nine Heavens Demon Slayer’s sword-escape had fully entered the Gate of Grand Void did he reach out and close it.

Buzz, buzz, buzz!

Witnessing this scene, Blackfly Demon God and other Seventh-tier demonic experts fled without hesitation, activating their respective Grand Daos to escape far away.

Chen Mobai’s eyes flared. His Primal Yang Sword and Eternal Primal Yang Ruler appeared simultaneously. Aiming at Blackfly Demon God and the demonic dragon with only one head remaining, he used the authority of the Grand Dao of Sage Virtue to suppress and seal these two Seventh-tier Demon Gods.

On the other side, Kongming, leading the elite of the Void Division, had already suppressed the Yellow Ox, the original form of the Hun Tian Demon God. Chains of void energy bound its head, horns, and limbs, suspending it upside down in mid-air, completely devoid of its former arrogance when blocking the Heavenly Gate.

Immortal Lord Wuwei was no less impressive. He unleashed the Water Division Battle Formation, freezing Ancient Demonic Bloodmoon, who had transformed into a blood avatar and fled after its main body was fractured, within a pocket of void.

As for the other scattered Seventh-tier Demon Gods who had fled, Chen Mobai each struck them with a streak of Primal Yang Sword Qi, leaving behind a mark, intending to deal with them one by one when he had the time in the future.

“We respectfully welcome the Emperor’s Mentor on his triumphant return!”

Just as Chen Mobai returned to the True Immortal Pond with the Gate of Grand Void, the Heavenly Consort, leading the Dao Lords of the Heavenly Court, directly hailed him with a new title.

“This…”

Chen Mobai was somewhat taken aback.

Given his personality, he genuinely did not wish to become the Emperor’s Mentor and clean up the current mess.

“Junior Martial Uncle, if you do not preside over the overall situation in the current Immortal Realm, I fear that the countless beings of the Three Realms will be plunged into utter devastation during this demonic calamity. I implore you to emerge and bring clarity to the cosmos!” Kongming, who had returned triumphantly leading the Void Division, earnestly pleaded with Chen Mobai.

“We earnestly request the Emperor’s Mentor to emerge!”

Immortal Lord Wuwei also immediately led the Water Division army in performing a grand salute behind Chen Mobai.

With everyone’s hopes resting on him, Chen Mobai recalled his original intention before attaining Sage Virtue and no longer declined.