Chapter 82

Hidden among the clouds, Yang Zhen looked at an island in the Beihai Sea, remaining silent for a long time.

The small island was shrouded in a cold, eerie wind, and the demonic aura was overwhelming, clearly indicating that a world-class demon was gathering there, planning something unknown.

This was the place where the Four Brothers, including the Sea-Covering Great Sage Jiaowang, had gathered. After Yang Zhen and the Twenty-Eight Constellations arrived at the Beihai Sea, they did not immediately join Li Jing's army but decided to first gather information about the Four Great Sages of the demon race. They planned to meet Li Jing after understanding the situation in the Beihai Sea.

After all, once Yang Zhen met Li Jing, a battle would ensue. It was essential to gather intelligence on the enemy before the battle.

After discovering the hiding place of Jiaowang and the others, Yang Zhen volunteered to gather information. The other constellations were hesitant, not wanting Yang Zhen to take such a risk. After all, Yang Zhen was now a favorite of the Jade Emperor, and if anything happened to him, the Twenty-Eight Constellations would be in trouble. Especially now, as they had already offended the Purple Micro Great Emperor, and if they offended the Jade Emperor as well, they would have no place in the Heavenly Court.

However, Kuimulang had personally witnessed Yang Zhen's 'stealth technique,' which could even deceive the Heavenly Court's Demon-Detecting Mirror. A few demon kings would certainly not be able to detect Yang Zhen's presence.

After discussing, the group agreed to Yang Zhen's suggestion, and he went to gather information on Jiaowang and the others.

Using his stealth technique, Yang Zhen found a secluded spot and landed on the island.

The scenery on the island was different from what he had seen from the sky. A gentle breeze brought a faint chill, and the surrounding flowers and grass swayed, emitting a refreshing fragrance that was soothing and captivating.

After circling the island, Yang Zhen finally discovered a cave in the southeast, which was the hiding place of Jiaowang and the other three demons.

The cave was unremarkable, with only a few patrolling and serving demons around. It seemed that Niuhuang had come alone and had not brought a large demon army. They knew that in battles between experts of their level, ordinary demons were useless and would only be sent to their deaths.

Entering the cave, Yang Zhen went straight to the innermost part and indeed saw the four demon kings gathered, drinking and enjoying themselves. Among them, Yang Zhen had only met Niuhuang once, but he had not forgotten his appearance despite not seeing him for hundreds of years. He immediately recognized Niuhuang, the leader of the Seven Great Sages of the demon race.

After taking a sip of wine, Lion King laughed heartily, "Second Brother, I think the Heavenly Court is scared of us. It's been almost a month since the ceasefire, and they haven't made a move. They're really cowards! Among the hundreds of thousands of Heavenly Soldiers and Generals, only Yang Jian is somewhat capable. The rest are just cowards who can't fight."

"Fourth Brother, don't underestimate the Heavenly Court's strength. They've dominated the Heavenly Court for so many years, and they're not easy to provoke. Moreover, they need time to gather reinforcements. I think it will be in the next few days. The Heavenly Court will soon be at war with us," Niuhuang said.

Unlike the other brothers who practiced alone, Niuhuang had gathered tens of thousands of demons under his command, so he was the most informed about the situation in the Three Realms. He knew the Heavenly Court would not let this matter go, so he reminded his sworn brothers not to be complacent.

"Fifth Brother, with our four brothers' skills, what can the Heavenly Court do? If they dare to come, I'll make sure they don't return," the fifth brother, Venting Great Sage Houwang, said arrogantly.

"Thank you, brothers," Jiaowang raised his wine cup and clinked it with the others, then asked Niuhuang, "Big Brother, have you found out who informed Fourth and Fifth Brothers?"

In fact, Jiaowang had only invited Niuhuang, thinking that the two of them were enough to conquer the Beihai Sea. But unexpectedly, Fourth Brother Lion King and Fifth Brother Houwang also came, claiming they were invited, which puzzled Jiaowang.

Nodding, Niuhuang said solemnly, "It should be someone from the Heavenly Court."

"Someone from the Heavenly Court?" the three others were puzzled.

"According to my friend in the Heavenly Court, the former Heavenly Marshal Tianpeng violated the heavenly laws and was sent to the mortal world. The next Heavenly Marshal is still under debate, with the choice between the Fire Department's Chief Deity Yang Zhen and the Heavenly Gang Great Sage. The Heavenly Gang Great Sage was severely injured by Fourth Brother in the last battle, so if my guess is correct, the one who informed Fourth and Fifth Brothers must be him," Niuhuang analyzed.

"I didn't expect Niuhuang to have friends in the Heavenly Court..." Yang Zhen thought to himself. Indeed, Niuhuang had great ambitions, even having spies in the Heavenly Court, making him a restless person.

Jiaowang sneered, "No one in the Heavenly Court is good, even betraying their own!"

"Second Brother, we should actually thank this person. If it weren't for him informing me and Fourth Brother, we wouldn't have known you were in conflict with the Beihai Sea. In the future, if Second Brother has any issues, just send a small demon to inform us. We're all brothers, no need to be formal," Houwang said, dissatisfied.

"Really, I didn't want to trouble the brothers..." Jiaowang was interrupted by Lion King.

"Big Brother, don't forget what we said when we swore brotherhood. Seventh Brother is already involved, and in the future, we must stand united to prevent the Heavenly Court from picking us off one by one," Lion King said.

Seeing Niuhuang frowning, seemingly troubled, Jiaowang asked, "Big Brother, what are you thinking about?"

"I'm thinking that since the Heavenly Gang Great Sage has been defeated, the Heavenly Court's reinforcements this time are likely to be Yang Zhen," Niuhuang said solemnly.

"Do you know this person?" Jiaowang asked.

Nodding, Niuhuang sneered, "Second Brother, don't forget that over three hundred years ago, I was pursued for a month, and that person was Yang Zhen."

"So it's him!" Jiaowang exclaimed in surprise.

Hearing this, Lion King shouted, "I'm not afraid of him! If he doesn't come, fine, but if he dares to come, I'll rip his head off to avenge Big Brother."

Houwang, being a monkey and more agile than Lion King, saw Niuhuang's expression and knew that Yang Zhen was not an easy opponent. He asked, "Big Brother, what skills does Yang Zhen have, and what is his cultivation level? With the four of us together, he won't be a match."

"This person's cultivation level is not high, but his Three Flavored True Fire technique is truly formidable. I was defeated by this move in the past," Niuhuang sighed. "If I had known I would face him, I should have borrowed the Banana Leaf Fan from my wife. That way, I would have a way to counter the Three Flavored True Fire."

"So Niuhuang didn't bring the Banana Leaf Fan!" Yang Zhen's mind relaxed, finally feeling at ease.

Yang Zhen had always been wary of the Banana Leaf Fan's power. Although it wasn't highly offensive, it could definitely counter the Three Flavored True Fire. If Niuhuang had brought the Banana Leaf Fan, Yang Zhen might have been in for a tough battle.