It was a long time before the flush on Yu Rumeng's cheeks slowly faded, though the secret chamber was filled with a lingering fragrance that was intoxicating to breathe in. Yang Kai didn't know how other Charm Demons were, but based on their recent encounters, he'd discovered that every time Yu Rumeng became passionate, a strange scent would emanate from her body. The fragrance was harmless to people, yet it enhanced the pleasures of the bedroom.
After another moment, Yu Rumeng opened her eyes and gazed at Yang Kai with tender affection, her expression so seductive it could have drawn water. Any man in the world who saw her like this would surely have his soul stolen away. Even Yang Kai couldn't help but swallow hard.
However, with matters to attend to, he had to suppress the excitement stirring within him and compose himself. "My Lady, come with me to Bailing Continent. If you don't make your position clear in front of Elder Chang Tian, I'm afraid he won't be at ease."
Yu Rumeng nodded. "Very well." She smiled again. "But don't call him 'Elder' anymore—otherwise even I end up looking a notch lower than him by association."
"As you wish!" Yang Kai laughed, rising to his feet and pulling her up. They left the chamber side by side.
After finding the captain of the palace guards and issuing a few instructions, they soared into the sky, piercing through the clouds.
Once they were far from the palace, Yang Kai channeled his Demonic Qi and enveloped Yu Rumeng within it, transmitting his voice: "My Lady, don't resist."
Yu Rumeng relaxed her body and let him do as he wished.
In the next instant, as the Space Laws rippled and surged, they crossed the entire continent and materialized directly at a location within the Phantom Continent. Yu Rumeng turned her head and immediately spotted the World Gate less than a hundred li away. She couldn't help but remark in surprise, "Husband's attainments in the Space Laws have grown even more profound."
She knew this place was several million li from the palace. For Yang Kai to teleport such an incredible distance was truly inconceivable. With such an ability, as long as he could activate the Space Laws in time, who could ever lay a hand on him? Even when facing a Demon Saint, Yang Kai would remain undefeated.
Yang Kai smiled at her words. "My Lady, you've got it wrong. I used this to get here." So saying, he produced a Spatial Tempering Pearl.
Yu Rumeng took it and let Yang Kai lead her toward the World Gate, examining the pearl with idle curiosity as she asked, "What does this do?"
Yang Kai explained: "It's a technique I learned from Li Wuyi." He described the pearl's wonderful uses to her, and Yu Rumeng nodded repeatedly as she listened. In the end, she pocketed the pearl directly, then fished a snow-white silk thread from her own storage ring and fashioned it into a bracelet to wear on her wrist.
Passing through the World Gate, Yang Kai activated the Spatial Tempering Pearl once more, guiding Yu Rumeng across to the other end of the continent. In this manner, their traveling efficiency skyrocketed. A single continent could be crossed with just two or three teleports—far more time-efficient than flying.
Along the way, Yang Kai asked about the situation at the Two Worlds Battlefield. He learned that following the Battle of Zhoutian, the Iron Blood Great Emperor Zhan Wuhen had launched a devastating assault single-handedly, slaughtering tens of millions of Demons and driving their army straight back to the passage between the two worlds. Three Half-Saints had perished at his hands alone.
It was worth noting that at that time, virtually all of the Demon Realm's Half-Saints had been recalled to the Demon Realm to participate in the scramble for a Great Emperor's fortune. Those still stationed in the Star Boundary numbered only three. And all three had been slaughtered cleanly by the Iron Blood Great Emperor—not a single one survived.
Zhan Wuhen's actions had undoubtedly broken the prior agreement between the Great Emperors and the Demon Saints. But the Demon Saints had swallowed their pride and accepted it without pursuing the matter further.
Everyone knew Zhan Wuhen had his reasons. If they tried to make an issue of it, it might prematurely trigger a full-scale war between the Great Emperors and the Demon Saints. Though the Demon Realm held an overwhelming advantage, the Demon Saints had no desire to let the war's momentum spiral out of control. So they endured it, whether they liked it or not.
Thanks to Zhan Wuhen's fury washing clean ten million li of territory, the Star Boundary had reclaimed quite a bit of ground that had been occupied by the Demons. The conflict between the two worlds had now returned to its initial stage.
After hearing this intelligence, Yang Kai felt somewhat relieved. He had genuinely feared the Star Boundary wouldn't hold. He now had a plan—all he needed was time.
Originally, traveling from the Phantom Continent to Bailing Continent would have taken several days even at full speed, since they'd need to hop from continent to continent through one World Gate after another.
But with the Spatial Tempering Pearl, it took Yang Kai just half a day to bring them to Bailing Continent.
Entering through the only World Gate with practiced ease, they soon arrived at Chang Tian's place of Cultivation.
Before Yang Kai could even request an audience after they landed before the grand hall, Yu Rumeng let out a soft sound of surprise and turned to gaze in a direction.
"What is it?" Yang Kai asked, following her gaze. A moment later, he saw a streak of light shooting toward them from the horizon, and a sense of recognition immediately arose within him. He chuckled softly. "She's here too—then this will be easy."
The newcomer's speed was impressive. Barely a few breaths after Yang Kai spoke, the streak of light descended nearby, revealing the figure of Bei Li Mo.
She had clearly arrived some time ago but hadn't been waiting here. It seemed she had sensed Yu Rumeng's aura just now and hurried over.
These two women—each carrying a history of animosity—and both of them being Demon Saints at that—were naturally bound for a clash of wits the moment they met.
One was radiant and fiery as flames; the other was cool and crisp as frost. When their eyes met, sparks seemed to flash between them.
Yu Rumeng spoke first, smiling sweetly behind her hand. "We haven't seen each other in over a year, and Sister looks even more stunning than before. Did something wonderful happen? Do tell your little sister—I'd love to hear it and share in the joy."
Bei Li Mo's expression was icy cold, and she shot a glare at Yang Kai upon hearing those words. She had known that matter couldn't be kept from Yu Rumeng. If it weren't for that, how could this wretched woman greet her with barbs wrapped in silk?
A dignified Demon Saint, restrained by a Soul Mark branded upon her—and the one who had branded her was merely a High-Rank Demon King. Could that possibly be called something wonderful?