In a valley three thousand li east of Chaotic Demon City,
lay the territory of the Peacock Clan.
With the current clan chief Nangong Xiao already dead, most of the clan remained loyal and upright. Besides, this time they were here to assist their senior, Nangong Jingtang, so naturally there was no fear of mischief.
But after a long search, several venerable elder peacocks in the clan nearly strained their eyes and still found no records concerning the Futian Rebirth Drum’s post-revival effects.
It was a complete blank!
What was to be done?
At that moment someone suggested letting Nangong Jingtang stay here for a while, in familiar surroundings—perhaps that would restore her memories and recover her mind sooner.
This idea instantly gained unanimous approval.
Thus Nangong Jingtang remained in this place, accompanied, of course, by Ye Yu!
Honestly, Ye Yu felt that his time in Chaotic Demon City had already been too wasted.
Now he was to stay here among the Peacock Clan—wasn’t that purely blocking his progress in cultivation?
However, his refusal collapsed under Nangong Jingtang’s pitiful, beseeching gaze.
A woman’s tears could always inflict tremendous damage on a man!
And a beautiful woman’s tears carried an extra bonus!
Seeing this, Ye Jizui also began painting grand visions for Ye Yu.
“Boy, don’t be foolish. Once Madam Nangong fully recovers, won’t you be free to do as you please throughout the Demon Realm?
“You can preach justice to juvenile demons, or even to elder demons if you wish!”
This remark immediately enlightened Ye Yu!
Indeed, Nangong Jingtang’s current state was like an emperor still slumbering.
If he shared hardships with her now, once she awoke, he could use that favor to secure something great!
Tsk tsk tsk—interesting!
At that thought, Ye Yu felt renewed resolve. He began to stay by Nangong Jingtang’s side, taking her around the territory, hoping to spark her memories.
After several days,
Nangong Jingtang became ever more clingy toward Ye Yu, yet her memories and mind showed no sign of returning.
It was exasperating.
When would this end?
One day, after coaxing Nangong Jingtang to rest, Ye Yu sat alone by a pond and began to fish.
There was no other way to pass the time here.
After an hour, Ye Yu looked up and saw several juvenile peacock demons in the distance, quietly watching him.
Were they hungry for fish?
Ye Yu checked his basket—it was enough for each of them to have one.
He raised his hand to beckon them over.
The young peacocks bravely stepped forward, halting about two meters away, unwilling to approach further.
Ye Yu shook the small demon fish he’d caught before them, but they all refused.
“Senior, we don’t eat fish. We just came to see you!”
Hearing this, Ye Yu found it amusing.
“What is there to see? You are the ones who look best!”
He wasn’t being polite—he meant it sincerely.
Behind each young peacock demon shimmered a translucent peacock-feather aura, glistening in the sunlight.
When they were happy, their aura even fanned out like tails, creating a scene of rare beauty.
One somewhat older peacock demon quietly asked, “Senior, I heard from the clan elders that you are a Heaven–Destined Great Demon.
“I really don’t understand—what exactly does ‘Heaven–Destined Great Demon’ mean?”
Ye Yu was momentarily at a loss.
Not only did juvenile demons not understand, but even he wasn’t sure why the system had bestowed the title “Heaven–Destined” upon him.
Could it simply be a marketing gimmick to highlight the Futian Rebirth Drum’s wonder?
Seeing Ye Yu remain silent, the young peacock demon hurriedly took a half step back and whispered, “Senior, if it’s inconvenient to answer, you needn’t say anything!”
Ye Yu’s thoughts raced. He smiled and replied, “There’s no inconvenience. ‘Heaven–Destined’ refers to the mission Heaven grants you. Some say my destiny is to awaken Nangong Jingtang!
“But I believe my destiny does not end there.
“Spreading justice, so that every demon clan believes in justice—becoming great righteous demons with ideals and feelings—that is my true destiny!
“Children, do you believe in justice?”
Zeal shone on Ye Yu’s face!
But inside he was nearly bursting with embarrassment—such grandiose lines were truly mortifying. It was only tolerable when speaking to children; telling adult great demons this would be unbearable!
Although the young peacocks did not understand every word, their eyes brightened.
In their gaze, Ye Yu’s figure seemed to grow taller and more imposing.
In the days that followed,
Ye Yu held small classes throughout the Peacock Clan’s territory, calling all the juvenile peacocks to attend.
The lesson’s title was: How to Be a Righteous Demon!
When the clan elders heard this, their expressions turned exceedingly complex.
Justice?
Was this what set the Heaven–Destined Great Demon apart?
Some hot-tempered elder demons could not contain themselves and wanted to shut down this little class at once!
In their view, “justice” was a mortal-human deception; for demons, mercy was the greatest enemy.
Survival of the fittest—that was the truth of the world.
Yet when these elders arrived at the class, their anger instantly dissipated.
Because they saw Nangong Jingtang there, accompanying the juvenile peacocks.
Attempting to disrupt the session then would truly be courting death!
Although Nangong Jingtang’s mind was not fully sound, her surging demon aura was enough to strike fear into every demon present.
Justice, you say?
Go ahead—consider it an opportunity for young demons and clan ancestors to meet up close.
Perhaps this will become a good story to tell in future generations!
Meanwhile, in Winged Demon City, following the demise of City Lord Zhu Rixian, the demons battled fiercely for the lordship.
Even Chen Mingzi, chief of the Jiaodiao Clan of Chaotic Demon City, joined the fray.
But he did not seek the city lord’s seat; he merely wished to seize some resources amidst the ~Nоvеl𝕚ght~ chaos.
At that moment, a mysterious power descended from the sky!
The demons, still locked in battle, all paused mid-clash as a calm, tranquil aura filled their hearts.
