Everything Is Perfectly Arranged

At this moment, it was Lin Xuan's time to step into the fray. He gradually sensed an ominous aura in the air. At first, he thought it was just his imagination, but the feeling grew increasingly palpable.

He trusted his instincts and followed them to the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell, which I was guarding. By then, the bell was nearly ready.

Naturally, I began gloating with an explanation—only to be instantly defeated. This time, it was a genuine one-shot, as Lin Xuan knew time was of the essence and went all out from the start.

The most decisive and swift action he had ever taken.

Lin Xuan paid no heed to whether I lived or died and immediately began studying the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell. After some tinkering, he managed to halt its activation—though not completely.

The energy the bell had accumulated was unleashed into the sky.

In an instant, an immense power began brewing in the heavens. Those who understood knew—this was the birth of a heavenly tribulation.

Lin Xuan realized the dire situation and hurried back. If not for the entire sect joining forces to resist, the entire Seven Stars Sword Sect might have been obliterated.

As for me, I had already fled. After numerous failures, I knew that as long as I stayed alive, there would always be another chance.

The Heavenly Demon Sect could finally act boldly again. Under the weight of this heavenly tribulation, could your sect even survive?

To put it bluntly, if struck by a tribulation of this magnitude, even the sect’s protective formations would be annihilated in an instant.

The Seven Stars Sword Sect began uniting to prepare for the tribulation, but the Heavenly Demon Sect had no intention of letting them succeed. They did everything in their power to disrupt the sect’s efforts to raise defenses.

Just as the heavenly tribulation descended and despair gripped the Seven Stars Sword Sect, Jiang Ningshu appeared—and she directly withstood the tribulation.

She had endured a heavenly tribulation before, granting her high resistance. Moreover, the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell hadn’t fully unleashed its power, weakening the tribulation’s intensity.

Jiang Ningshu blocked the tribulation outright—something no one had anticipated.

Without a word, she then turned her fury toward the Heavenly Demon Sect, her hatred even fiercer than that of the Seven Stars Sword Sect.

"Truly terrifying. In the story, you were consumed by vengeance."

This remark was directed at Jiang Ningshu. Su Luo continued writing.

With Jiang Ningshu joining the battle and the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell rendered useless, the tide of the conflict shifted decisively.

The Heavenly Demon Sect’s defeat was all but certain.

The Left Envoy, unwilling to retreat in disgrace, grew reckless and ordered the others to press the attack.

Especially now that they had spotted the former Demon Lord—Jiang Ningshu—they sought to eliminate her here and now.

But things wouldn’t go his way. Though Jiang Ningshu’s strength hadn’t fully recovered, killing her wouldn’t be easy, especially with the Seven Stars Sword Sect’s forces surrounding them.

Meanwhile, Lin Xuan, upon his return, encountered the South End Demon Lord, who was locked in battle with several elders.

Lin Xuan joined the fray without hesitation. He was no weak link—by now, he had become a formidable combatant in his own right.

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One by one, the others were temporarily incapacitated by the South End Demon Lord, but Lin Xuan kept getting back up. He became the last man standing in the fight.

In the end, against all expectations, Lin Xuan slew the South End Demon Lord.

The death of one of the Four Great Heavenly Demons—the South End Demon Lord—left not only the Heavenly Demon Sect in disbelief but even the Seven Stars Sword Sect stunned.

Both sides paused in silent acknowledgment as Lin Xuan basked in his moment of glory.

But the battle soon resumed.

This time, however, the Left Envoy decisively ordered a retreat.

And so, this chapter of events came to a close.

Not only had the Heavenly Demon Sect failed in their objective, but they had also suffered further losses.

Some within the sect began voicing grievances against the Left Envoy, questioning his fitness to lead as Demon Lord. But with his overwhelming strength, none dared to openly challenge him.

The death of a Demon Lord signaled that the Heavenly Demon Sect was on the verge of collapse.

As for me, I faced no punishment—because I lied, claiming the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell had self-destructed after activation, not that Lin Xuan had taken it.

That’s right. The Thousand Falling Thunder Bell was now in Lin Xuan’s possession. The Left Envoy’s painstakingly crafted treasure had become Lin Xuan’s spoils of war—an absolute loss.

And since ancient texts held scant records about the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell, the Left Envoy believed my story.

Thus, I escaped unscathed.

Su Luo closed the diary.

"Diary entry completed. Reward: Constitution +2, Strength +2, cultivation advanced by one tier. Current cultivation: Great Ascension Middle Stage."

Power speaks for itself.

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Lately, things had been hectic. The Left Envoy wouldn’t die anytime soon, and playing his role had cost Su Luo a great deal of rest.

For instance, right now, it was yet another familiar meeting.

Truth be told, the Left Envoy was the most pitiable Demon Lord in history. Other Demon Lords commanded absolute obedience, with subordinates carrying out orders without question.

But the Left Envoy had to consult with others, often facing opposition—especially from the Right Envoy.

He lacked the imposing presence befitting a Demon Lord.

Su Luo laid out the plan.

The others were skeptical, but since they had gone through the trouble of forging the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell, they might as well use it.

The Left Envoy went on and on, insisting that success was guaranteed.

With no better alternatives, the others reluctantly agreed.

Once the broad strokes were settled, the details fell to Su Luo to arrange, with the others providing input.

Thus, the entire day was wasted here. Without meticulous planning, they wouldn’t be easily fooled.

Su Luo couldn’t help but think that spending time with Little Yu and Nangong Xiyun would be far more rewarding than these endless meetings.

But lately, Nangong Xiyun had been avoiding him. And on the rare occasions they crossed paths, her gaze had grown unsettling.

So, for any matters involving her, Su Luo had Little Yu relay the messages.

For example, the upcoming arrangements included a role for Nangong Xiyun—she was a key combatant of the Seven Stars Sword Sect and would play a pivotal role in the battle.

Naturally, one person couldn’t play two roles.

But the solution was simple: when the time came, the East Extreme Demon Lord (played by Nangong Xiyun) would conveniently disappear.

If questioned, the excuse would be that she had clashed with Nangong Xiyun, suffered injuries, and retreated.

There was no need to fear reprimand from the Left Envoy—because Su Luo was the Left Envoy.

As for his own role, Su Luo would play the Left Envoy, while Little Yu would take on his usual persona.

This wouldn’t be an issue. Little Yu would simply pretend to guard the Thousand Falling Thunder Bell before making her exit.

With everything arranged, there would be no major loopholes—just enough to pass scrutiny.

Jiang Ningshu was also briefed via a dedicated diary entry. She would know what to do, so no problems there.

With all preparations in place, the Left Envoy promptly rallied the Heavenly Demon Sect.

"Comrades, the time has come for the world to tremble before the Heavenly Demon Sect once more!"

The Left Envoy delivered yet another lengthy speech—not about the plan, but words to inspire, filled with grand declarations and plenty of self-praise.

Finally, he quickly summarized the plan.

And with that, they set off for the Seven Stars Sword Sect.

The Heavenly Demon Sect—marching forth!