Published: March 3, 2025
CHAPTER 869: Longing for More
As Liu Yu continued his relentless assault on another medicinal field, the expressions of the Blood Sea Demon Lord and the Heavenly Lotus True Monarch became exceptionally grim.
Seeing other cultivators reaping considerable rewards, they felt even more distressed than if they had suffered losses themselves.
At this moment, the intensity of their confrontation diminished.
However, the Nine Illusions Immortal Spirit Grass was too precious to relinquish easily. Although both sides were willing to back down, neither wanted to be the first to speak.
Once someone made a concession, the ensuing negotiations would inevitably fall into a passive position, especially given the similar strength of both parties.
Everyone knew that if this stalemate continued, it could lead to a lose-lose outcome, but no one was willing to be the first to compromise!
“Humans... human nature,” Liu Yu silently shook his head upon witnessing this scene.
Yuan Ying cultivators, although beings of a higher essence, were still wise creatures, possessing all the inherent flaws of human nature.
It was undeniable that human nature had many weaknesses; as long as they could be used wisely, one would inevitably reap great benefits.
For instance, there was a tendency to prey on the weak, male lustfulness, female admiration for strength, and the desire to seek fortune while avoiding disaster, among others.
Even Yuan Ying cultivators exhibit these many flaws to some extent.
Having studied the Summary of Demonic Cultivation thoroughly and innovating on the original foundation, Liu Yu was naturally well-versed in the weaknesses of human nature.
At this moment, he could roughly guess their thoughts and knew that this favorable situation wouldn't last long.
Once he collected more rewards, this deadlock would surely break.
So, seizing the opportunity, Liu Yu boldly attacked the medicinal field's restrictions, tirelessly converting this rare chance into tangible profits.
As for gathering too many rewards and attracting the covetous eyes of the other two parties, he wasn't too worried.
First, he was not a soft target; strength was the foundation of everything, underpinning his current "bold and reckless" actions.
Second, both the Blood Sea Demon Lord and the Heavenly Lotus True Monarch had arrived before him, and from the damage to the medicinal field's restrictions, it was clear that both sides had reaped significant benefits.
Everyone had their share, so their mental states wouldn't become too imbalanced, preventing any reckless actions.
Lastly, the Blood Sea Demon Lord and the Heavenly Lotus Evil Eye had no basis for trust.
The Blood Sea was already the strongest, and joining forces with the Heavenly Lotus Evil Eye was akin to seeking the skin of a tiger; even seasoned Yuan Ying cultivators wouldn't be so foolish.
Of course, even if these two parties did join forces, Liu Yu had his countermeasures.
With his current strength, using the Sword of Ruin would be enough to seriously injure either side in an instant, allowing him to deal with the remaining party at his leisure.
No matter how the situation developed, Liu Yu had corresponding plans.
“Boom!”
“Zzzi—”
With the nebula body attacking with all its might, azure yang devil fire blazed fiercely, while Ink Plum assisted from the side.
With this combined effort, another medicinal field's restrictions began to crumble, and the thick fog concealing the field began to disperse.
“This kid... truly shows no courtesy, striking while the iron is hot.”
“He acts independently, truly displaying the demeanor of a demon cultivator.”
“Indeed, he is shameless enough, living up to the name of ‘Old Demon Qingyang.’”
Upon witnessing this scene, the Blood Sea Demon Lord, enraged yet amused, felt a hint of admiration.
However, as he watched Liu Yu's figure once again plunge into the fog, his expression changed slightly, and he could no longer remain calm.
The Nine Illusions Immortal Spirit Grass was important, but the other spiritual herbs in the spiritual herb garden were not necessarily of lower value!