I Actually Have No Advantage at All

At this moment, the Left Envoy orchestrated a smear campaign, inciting the crowd to demand the Demon Lord's execution, claiming she was unworthy of the title. Instantly, public outrage erupted, with cries of betrayal and deception fueling the frenzy.

No one stood by the Demon Lord's side. Even those who opposed the Left Envoy's rise, such as the Right Envoy and the South End Demon Lord, refrained from intervening. The Heavenly Demon Sect was in crisis, and further infighting would spell its doom.

At this critical juncture, the Demon Lord gazed upon the faces of those she once trusted—her Left and Right Protectors, the Four Great Heavenly Demons, and the titled demons who once revered her. Seeing the betrayal of her closest allies, how could she not descend into darkness?

Stripped of her cultivation, the Demon Lord was powerless to avoid death. Just as the Left Envoy prepared to execute her and claim the throne, an unexpected turn of events unfolded.

Lin Xuan led a coalition of sects to attack the Heavenly Demon Sect, with even the ancestral elders emerging from seclusion, determined to eradicate the sect in one decisive strike.

The execution of the Demon Lord was postponed. After all, a public spectacle would lend legitimacy to the Left Envoy's rule—he had no intention of letting her die so easily, without extracting maximum value from her demise.

The Left Envoy led his forces to battle, imprisoning the Demon Lord instead.

But how could a powerless Demon Lord survive? That’s where I came in.

At the time, I remained fiercely loyal to her, so I helped her escape.

After a harrowing ordeal, the Demon Lord managed to flee. Though her cultivation was lost, she was not entirely defenseless—just weakened.

Ironically, this misfortune became her salvation, as she discovered a way to restore her strength.

From then on, the Demon Lord joined the righteous factions, beginning her vengeance against the Heavenly Demon Sect.

This was the prelude to her rebellion.

Returning to Lin Xuan—his assault on the Heavenly Demon Sect was merciless, slaughtering as many as he could.

The South End Demon Lord sought to kill him, but the Seven Star Sword Sect Leader intervened.

Battles raged across the land...

Yet, despite their efforts, the Heavenly Demon Sect was only severely crippled. The Left Envoy and his followers survived.

In the end, the Left and Right Envoys unleashed a devastating joint spell, forcing the allied sects to retreat. The battle came to a temporary halt.

After repelling the invaders, the Left Envoy discovered the Demon Lord’s disappearance. Enraged, he dispatched assassins to hunt her down.

Soon after, he claimed the title of Demon Lord for himself.

But the Heavenly Demon Sect was now cornered, forced to scatter like nomads. The allied sects had encircled them, and without a breakthrough, annihilation was inevitable.

There was no choice—the coalition had come prepared, their forces formidable. A prolonged stand would only lead to total destruction.

In the end, a fraction of the sect managed to break through and escape.

Though the Heavenly Demon Sect wasn’t completely wiped out, the damage was severe.

Lin Xuan’s reputation soared once more.

The Heavenly Demon Sect had fallen—no, it was already in ruins.

And so, this chapter of the story concluded. Though, having someone read my diary still feels unsettling. Who would’ve thought this journal would ever be seen by others?

Right, Jiang Ningshu? Feel free to read, but keep it to yourself.

Su Luo closed the diary, exchanging a few silent words with Jiang Ningshu across the void.

[Diary entry completed. Reward: Constitution +1, Strength +4, cultivation advanced by one tier. Current cultivation: Great Perfection of the Cave Void Realm.]

Excellent. A breakthrough in cultivation was just what he needed—now he could act with even greater ease.

Su Luo stepped out of his room and returned to the recliner in his courtyard.

Nearby, Jiang Ningshu remarked, "Finished writing?"

"Indeed. You’ve already read it—any thoughts?"

"Nothing unexpected. Most of the plot was already foreshadowed. Just let me know if there’s anything you need me to do."

"Just follow what’s written."

Jiang Ningshu nodded, then suddenly mused, "If you ever have something to say to me, you could just write it in the diary. That’d be convenient."

"Depends. This is my diary, not yours."

She chuckled. "What’s the harm? Too bad I can’t write in it myself."

Now that the diary’s secret was out in the open, Jiang Ningshu felt an even deeper connection to Su Luo.

Being the sole keeper of his greatest secret—it was exhilarating.

......

Nangong Xiyun opened the diary, reading Su Luo’s latest entry.

Nothing unusual, just another routine update. By now, she’d grown somewhat desensitized to his plot developments.

But then—

[......Who would’ve thought this journal would ever be seen by others......]

What? How did Su Luo find out?

Nangong Xiyun was certain she’d left no traces. Li Siyi wouldn’t have slipped up either. So how did he realize his diary could be read?

Wait—

What did that last line mean?

Jiang Ningshu has a diary too?!

She reread the passage. No mistake—Su Luo was implying exactly that.

Tch. So she has one as well.

Now Jiang Ningshu’s earlier remarks about her "connection" to Su Luo made sense.

After some thought, Nangong Xiyun conceded it wasn’t entirely surprising. If Li Siyi and she had diaries, why not Jiang Ningshu? The mechanics of these journals were still a mystery anyway.

But how did Su Luo know?

The answer came quickly—Jiang Ningshu must have told him herself. She’d once vowed to be transparent about her secrets.

Nangong Xiyun had to admire her boldness.

Still, she had no plans to confess. If Su Luo learned she’d been reading his diary longer than Jiang Ningshu, any remaining hope she had might vanish entirely.

......

Li Siyi finally saw Su Luo’s diary update—a chance to meet him at last.

She pored over the entry, strategizing her approach. Then she reached the end and froze.

I’m not the only one with Su Luo’s diary?!

For a moment, she couldn’t process it.

First, her master’s involvement had unsettled her. Now Jiang Ningshu’s presence shattered her assumptions.

Worst of all, she’d always believed she was Su Luo’s most special person.

She’d allowed Little Yu to stay by his side precisely because of that confidence—certain that Little Yu would never truly understand him.

She was supposed to be the one who knew Su Luo best.

But now, the diary had another recipient.

This was too much.

She had no advantage left.

With Little Yu, Jiang Ningshu, and possibly even her master in the picture, had she just handed all her opportunities away?

She was the first one here.

What had she been thinking?

Tears welled up. If she’d known it would come to this, she would’ve never let Su Luo leave the Seven Stars Sword Sect—she’d have used every means to keep him.

But then she remembered why she’d supported his journey in the first place.

No matter how harsh the trials, Su Luo had persevered. How could she have brought herself to stand in his way?

Yes, as I said before, if Su Luo hasn't given up, then I'll quietly stand by his side.

Li Siyi gathered her emotions and prepared to set off to meet Su Luo.