Chapter 861: Alliance of the Demon and Immortal Foxes

Chapter 861: Alliance of the Demon and Immortal Foxes

The number of Immortal Foxes was increasing, with over half of the residents of Hansheng Valley gathering in a nearby wilderness.

Then, they realized that on the other side of the wilderness, there was another group of foxes—Demon Foxes.

Demon Foxes were significantly lesser in status; they sought merely a peaceful existence and had been quite safe, untouched by outsiders. Suddenly, they became aware of another group of beings appearing just across the wilderness.

Fear gripped them, for without Lin Nuo and the Sword Saint, they were nothing. If they encountered other powerful beings, they would surely suffer.

With no way to escape, they prepared themselves for the possibility of having to fight against this group.

Soon, the two groups met.

They were shocked to discover that the opposing side was also comprised of foxes.

“How could there be another fox group…?”

However, the two groups of foxes were vastly different: one side was made up of Demon Foxes, numerous but weaker in spiritual power and aura, while the Immortal Foxes were fewer in number but had indeed cultivated to immortality, thus possessing stronger spiritual power and aura.

The Demon Foxes were terrified, growling and hissing as they prepared to defend their territory.

They feared the Immortal Foxes would look down on them, expecting to face oppression and bullying here, and felt compelled to resist.

“We’re not here to harm you,” Ruo’er stepped forward, addressing the Demon Foxes. Her voice was sweet and adorable, and her innocent and pure appearance brought a sense of reassurance.

Among the fox clans, the white foxes were the most beautiful, their silvery fur exuding a sacred and noble aura.

Ruo’er gave the Demon Foxes the impression of being regal and pure, yet approachable and friendly.

“You are?” asked the leader of the Demon Foxes, Hu Pi.

“We are Immortal Foxes, having escaped from Hansheng Valley. We didn’t expect to find other clans here,” explained an Immortal Fox.

“Meeting is fate; we’re all fox clans and should coexist peacefully.”

“You Immortal Foxes, why would you want to associate with us?” Hu Pi asked, a hint of self-deprecation in his tone.

Demon Foxes had always occupied the lower rung, feeling a significant gap between themselves and the Immortal Foxes.

“No, we’re all foxes; there’s no question of wanting or not wanting. Besides, many of our companions have advanced from Demon Foxes to Immortal Foxes; we understand your way of life.”

The Immortal Foxes responded, though their skepticism lingered.

“You’ve escaped from Hansheng Valley? Has it truly become uninhabitable for you Immortal Foxes?”

“Yes, uninhabitable. They’ve always excluded us, believing we are of Demon Fox blood and not pure, thus pushing us away. Our leader is missing and we are in danger, we need to unite.”

The Immortal Fox side proactively suggested an alliance with the Demon Foxes, who were a bit apprehensive and replied:

“We can only stay here now, and we can’t decide for ourselves; we were rescued by someone, and they will find a new leader for us.”

“May I ask who rescued you?” the Immortal Foxes inquired.

“A human man named Lin Nuo,” the Demon Fox answered.

“Ah, Young Master!”

Upon hearing Lin Nuo’s name, Ruo’er became excited, feeling as if she could see him.

“How did Young Master rescue you? Where is he now?! Please tell me!”

Ruo’er eagerly questioned Hu Pi, leaving him bewildered.

“Young Master? Is he your Young Master?”

“Yes! He is my Young Master! The best Young Master! I am his maid!” Ruo’er proudly declared, taking immense pride in being Lin Nuo’s maid.

“Oh… I see… What a coincidence. His maid is an Immortal Fox, but that’s not surprising… He indeed possesses such capability. We don’t know where he is now. He just mentioned going to find a leader for us and promised to return once he had found one.”

“A leader… do you know who he’s looking for?”

“Unclear. He said it’s an Immortal Fox, but who exactly we don’t know.”

The Demon Fox replied, and Ruo’er couldn’t help but wonder who this Immortal Fox could be.

Could it be her?

But she had no ability to lead such a multitude of Demon Foxes.

Would he go specifically to find another Immortal Fox?

Feeling anxious, she wondered what kind of person Young Master would look for. Could she meet him again?

Staying here would increase her chances of encountering him; if he found who he was seeking, he would surely return. She shouldn’t wander off.

“Young lady, may I ask, are you the daughter of the Immortal Fox leader?”

Hu Pi questioned.

“Ah, no… why do you ask that? Do I really resemble her?” Ruo’er covered her face, surprised by their perception.

“I have seen her before, and it does look similar. I apologize if I’ve offended.”

“No… Hm… The more you say this, the more curious I become. What kind of woman is that leader, really?”

Ruo’er whispered, her curiosity piqued. Having never met her real parents, she wondered about her own origins and had speculated whether that leader might be her mother.

But considering that her mother had never married, it was unlikely.

However, with Ruo’er present, the Demon Foxes and Immortal Foxes quickly began to coexist harmoniously; they all felt that Ruo’er was incredibly endearing, and no one could refuse this kind-hearted little white fox.

…

Meanwhile, Lin Nuo was clueless about where to find Ruo’er, feeling like a blind fly.

Where could Ruo’er have gone with the Immortal Foxes?

Was it possible she went to live among those Demon Foxes?

The likelihood seemed low; the Immortal Foxes typically disdained living alongside Demon Foxes, and that area was shrouded in mist and treacherous terrain, so the Immortal Foxes would certainly not wish to linger there.

He might as well keep flying around.

…

At this moment, over at Liu Shuqin’s side.

Liu Shuqin had obtained a fine Demon Sword, and to her surprise, this sword aided her in completely lifting the curses from the demon beasts, preventing them from going berserk.

This was a significant breakthrough, something she hadn’t anticipated.

It was the suggestion of the Demon Spirit that this sword could be utilized to cast purification spells through it, then channel the sword’s energy onto the demon beasts.

It seemed quite risky, as mishandling the sword energy could lead to killing the demon beasts. After hesitating for a while, she decided to give it a shot.

The results were excellent; indeed, the demon beasts no longer ran rampage, and her standing among peers improved, leading others to question her capabilities in dealing with the demon beasts and Demon Practitioners, who now knelt before her in awe.

After the previously berserk demon beasts calmed down, Liu Shuqin’s influence indeed skyrocketed. Before this, the chaos from the demon beasts had hindered her from expanding her power.

Now, they were geared to take action.

“Master, we have investigated; there are some nearby small towns that have suffered from warfare and are currently vulnerable. We could seize this opportunity to take control of these towns and have the populace transport ore and spirit stones for us.”

One of the Demon Practitioners advised, thinking this was a magnificent idea that Liu Shuqin would surely adopt and commend.

However.

“Absolutely not! We need to help those common folks; let’s see how much food we have to bring to their aid.”

“Ah?”

The Demon Practitioner was left dumbfounded.

“Are you serious? Is it common for Demon Practitioners to do such things?”

Nonetheless, the Demon Spirit was unfazed by it.