Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

Chapter 489: Chapter 489: I’m Here to Kill You

Myriad Treasures Pavilion and the Demon Slayer Sect were both top-tier factions boasting Great Emperor Realm experts. Once a full-scale war broke out, it would engulf the entire Eastern Region and affect countless lives.

Su Han had no idea why the Myriad Treasures Pavilion would declare war. With his current strength and status, he couldn’t access such important secrets. In fact, to maintain secrecy, even Saint You Heng had never mentioned it to him.

With war looming, the entire Eastern Region would be plunged into chaos. Although it wouldn’t turn all five hundred Daozhou into battlefields, some would certainly be scorched by the flames of war.

Times of chaos are perilous, but also full of opportunities!

Su Han had never been one for complacency. Upon hearing the news, he was startled at first, but then his eyes began to shine with eagerness as he quickly weighed the pros and cons.

For ordinary people, war was a disaster. But for powerful experts, its essence was plunder and division.

While he didn’t know what benefits prompted the Myriad Treasures Pavilion to declare war on the Demon Slayer Sect, he was certain the prize must be immensely significant. As for what stance the Four Great Imperial Clans and the Ten Great Holy Lands would take, those were not his concerns.

How can I gain the most from this war?

While not a member of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, he considered them allies thanks to friends like Tongyan and Saint You Heng. Conversely, due to the Seven Great Slaughter Stars, the Demon Slayer Sect was his sworn enemy. One was a friend, the other a mortal foe; it was a no-brainer whom to help.

However, Su Han didn’t want to rush in blindly. Though talented, he was no match for those veteran powerhouses. This time, even Saints were joining the battle. A mere Heavenly King Realm cultivator like him was just a small fry. Even if he broke through to the Supreme Realm, he wouldn’t be able to influence the overall situation.

But Su Han hadn’t forgotten one of his special skills: raiding the enemy’s nest.

Back when the Seven Stars Sect and the Heavenly Demon Cult were locked in a fierce battle, Su Han had stealthily infiltrated the cult’s lair. His nest raid was a success: he not only plundered the Demon Cult’s treasury but also stole their Spirit Vein. Later, he duplicated this success with the Seven Stars Sect, emptying its treasury and destroying its entire Spirit Vein.

With the Divine Method of Thousand Changes and Transformations and his many other techniques, Su Han was confident enough to try his luck. The risk was great, as discovery meant either certain death or a relentless pursuit. But his feud with the Demon Slayer Sect was already irreconcilable. Even if he didn’t act now, the Sect wouldn’t spare him later.

Most crucially, Su Han needed to become stronger. He craved power and needed abundant cultivation resources. The fastest way to acquire them was by killing and looting. Relying on ordinary methods, it would be anyone’s guess when he might break through to the Supreme Realm.

Saint You Heng, I’m sorry, but I plan to go solo this time!

Su Han had made up his mind. After dealing with Qin Wushuang, he would take advantage of the chaos. He mentally apologized to Saint You Heng. The Saint, after all, had been kind to him, always protecting him and urging him to flee at the first sign of danger. But without taking risks, there was no future. Su Han decided to seek his fortune amidst the peril.

First, to the Heavenly Demon Cult!

Using the Divine Method of Thousand Changes and Transformations, Su Han transformed into an ordinary young man, then left the capital city and headed toward Mozhou.

The war between the Myriad Treasures Pavilion and the Demon Slayer Sect was such a colossal affair that along the way, nine out of ten people Su Han encountered were discussing it.

”I heard that Empress Duobao and the Slaughter Emperor have an old grudge. This time, they’ve gone to war, vowing to fight to the death.”

”No way. Both the Myriad Treasures Pavilion and the Demon Slayer Sect are top-tier powers. If they fight to the death, it would be a Pyrrhic victory. Wouldn’t that just hand an easy advantage to the Four Great Imperial Clans and the Ten Great Holy Lands?”

”That’s nonsense. Your information is fake, but mine’s the real deal. They say Empress Duobao and the Slaughter Emperor are fighting over a Divine Artifact. What began as a clash between two individuals has escalated into a war between two factions. Whoever wins gets the artifact.”

All sorts of rumors were flying around, but most were unreliable. Su Han merely listened, filtering out the useless chatter and searching for valuable information.

Unfortunately, Qingzhou was a remote area. Even though war had erupted, the impact was barely felt here. The information available consisted mostly of exaggerated rumors, with little truth to be found.

Su Han found a branch of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion and had them send a message to Saint You Heng to let him know he was safe, so the Saint wouldn’t worry.

And so, Su Han continued his journey, finally leaving Qingzhou and entering Mozhou.

Within Mozhou, the rumors were even more rampant and unreliable than before, giving Su Han a headache. He continued on, finally arriving near the Poisonous Miasma Swamp. Instead of recklessly charging in, he found a small town and decided to wait for an opportunity.

At last, his target appeared. A few disciples of the Heavenly Demon Cult had just finished their shopping and were preparing to leave town and return to the Poisonous Miasma Swamp. The one being fawned over by the others was a tall, imposing young man.

The young man appeared to be in his twenties, yet he possessed the strength of the Divine Power Realm’s Ninth Layer, a feat that marked him as a genius. He carried himself with an air of arrogance, his nose in the air, clearly enjoying the fawning praise of those around him.

”Of course, it’s true. Moreover, my master, Demon Lord Wushuang, will personally receive the important guest. Master said he’ll even take me along when the time comes,” Qin Tian spoke proudly, a response that surprised Su Han.

Demon Lord Wushuang? Could that be Qin Wushuang?

He had only intended to find a random disciple from the Heavenly Demon Cult and assume their identity to infiltrate the sect. He never expected to stumble upon this Qin Tian.

Qin, you old dog, it seems even the heavens are helping me!

Su Han was delighted and set his sights on Qin Tian. Although they shared the surname Qin, he was not blood-related to Qin Wushuang, nor did Su Han recognize him. He must be a disciple Qin Wushuang had taken on after joining the Heavenly Demon Cult.

But who could this important person they mentioned be?

Su Han frowned. He couldn’t guess and didn’t bother trying, figuring he would find out in due time.

First, I need to find a way to get rid of Qin Tian, then take on his appearance and assume his identity.

Killing Qin Tian wouldn’t be difficult. The challenge was doing so without alerting the other Heavenly Demon Cult disciples. Suppressing his aura, Su Han followed the group out of the small town.

The path from the town to the Heavenly Demon Cult led through the perilous Poisonous Miasma Swamp. The cult’s disciples naturally had special methods to avoid its dangers, but with Su Han there, an ”accident” could happen at any time.

Su Han deliberately provoked some beasts in the swamp, causing Qin Tian and his companions to scatter in a panic. He took the opportunity to follow Qin Tian and easily dispatched him once he was separated from the others.

Thousand Changes and Transformations!

Su Han activated the Divine Method, transforming into Qin Tian’s exact likeness. He then rejoined the other Heavenly Demon Cult disciples without arousing suspicion.

Qin, you old dog, I’m here to kill you!

As he gazed toward the approaching Heavenly Demon Cult, a cold, murderous intent filled Su Han’s heart.