271: Subjugation of Tianluo Domain

After leaving the Tianfeng Holy Dynasty, Yang Lingchen returned to the Haoyue Demon Palace via the Teleportation Array.

In the following days, he devoted almost all his time to Cultivating within the haotian jade space.

He confidently entrusted all matters, big and small, regarding the Haoyue Demon Palace to Ling Tun.

Of course, Wu Meier would come to Yang Lingchen via the Teleportation Array every few days; each reunion made their feelings grow even deeper.

Ling Yanyun and Ye Wushuang remained in a state of closed-door Cultivation, attempting to achieve a Breakthrough in their own Realm and increase their strength.

She Xianger stayed by Yang Lingchen's side to serve him, diligently performing the duties expected of a maid.

Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.

During this half-month of Cultivation, Yang Lingchen immersed himself completely, constantly absorbing the Spiritual Qi between heaven and earth and converting it into his own Divine Origin Power.

After this period of accumulation and settling, Yang Lingchen finally reached the edge of a Breakthrough.

He sat cross-legged in the center of the haotian jade space, eyes closed, his expression solemn.

Again and again, he urged the Divine Origin Power within his body, causing it to converge into a surging torrent, charging toward the Bottleneck of the seventh level of the Heavenly Emperor Realm.

"Boom... Boom... Boom...!"

Each impact was like a thunderous strike, causing a massive tremor within Yang Lingchen's body.

"Seventh level of the Heavenly Emperor Realm."

With a loud "Boom," Yang Lingchen's body erupted with a brilliant radiance; he had finally achieved a Breakthrough to the seventh level of the Heavenly Emperor Realm.

After the Breakthrough, Yang Lingchen felt a qualitative leap in his strength, and the Divine Origin Power within him became more vigorous and pure.

He slowly opened his eyes, a flash of excitement crossing them, and then rose to leave the haotian jade space.

After exiting the haotian jade space, Yang Lingchen headed straight to the Palace Master Hall of the Haoyue Demon Palace.

"Ling Tun," Yang Lingchen shouted, his voice echoing through the hall.

"Old Ancestor," Ling Tun replied hurriedly and respectfully upon hearing the call, walking quickly to stand before Yang Lingchen.

"Gather all forces and follow me to destroy the major Sects," Yang Lingchen said, his gaze firm, his tone filled with dominance and determination.

"Yes, Old Ancestor." Upon hearing this, a flash of excitement appeared in Ling Tun's eyes, and he immediately turned to execute the order.

Subsequently, Ling Tun quickly assembled all the high-level members and elite Disciples of the Haoyue Demon Palace.

For a time, the plaza of the Haoyue Demon Palace was bustling with people, the atmosphere tense and solemn.

"Old Ancestor, who shall we attack first?" Ling Tun asked excitedly, his Face full of anticipation and fighting spirit.

"Start with the lower-ranked forces; first destroy the Tianluo Domain, then eliminate them one by one," Yang Lingchen said coldly, his eyes revealing a chilling intent.

"Yes, Old Ancestor."

An excited expression appeared on Ling Tun's Face.

He was naturally bellicose, and with the heavy losses the Haoyue Demon Palace had suffered under the siege of the major Sects last time, he had long been yearning for the day he could take revenge.

Subsequently, Yang Lingchen led the Demon Palace army, composed of numerous experts from the Haoyue Demon Palace, marching grandly toward the Tianluo Domain.

This army's Aura was like a rainbow; wherever they passed, the wind and clouds changed color.

...

Tianluo Domain, Domain Lord's Council Hall.

A tall, middle-aged man exuding the Aura of a superior was listening to a subordinate Elder's report with a gloomy Face.

This middle-aged man was none other than the Domain Lord of the Tianluo Domain, Luo Cheng.

His brows were tightly furrowed, and his complexion was so gloomy it seemed as if it could drip water.

"Domain Lord, please make a decision quickly! Yang Lingchen has already arrived with the Haoyue Demon Palace."

An Elder with graying temples looked anxious, his voice trembling slightly.

"Domain Lord, why don't we surrender? That Yang Lingchen kills without blinking and is vicious; even a peerless expert like She Xianger was taken by him as a female slave." Another Elder suggested, looking terrified.

"All of you shut up! Do you think surrendering is useful?" Luo Cheng roared, his eyes filled with anger and unwillingness.

During the last siege of the Haoyue Demon Palace, he had been the most aggressive; he knew deep down that even if Yang Lingchen spared everyone else, it was impossible for him to be spared.

"Father, there is only one person who can save our Tianluo Domain now." At this moment, Luo Tianjun stepped forward, his expression serious and his gaze firm.

"Who?" Luo Cheng asked hurriedly.

"Junior Sister Shangguan Xianer." Luo Tianjun said.

"That young girl the Grand Elder took in before passing away?" Luo Cheng asked in confusion.

"Yes, no one else can save us but her." Luo Tianjun nodded and said.

"What is her relationship with Yang Lingchen?" Luo Cheng asked curiously, a flash of confusion crossing his eyes.

"Junior Sister Xianer and Yang Lingchen are very close. Previously, Yang Lingchen even came to the Tianluo Domain to visit Junior Sister Xianer. It is said that before Junior Sister Xianer lost her memory, she and Yang Lingchen had an extraordinary relationship." Luo Tianjun explained in detail.

"There is such a thing?" Luo Cheng said in surprise.

"It is true, and it is said that Huo Du also has a good relationship with Yang Lingchen." Luo Tianjun continued.

"Hurry and invite them both over." Luo Cheng said hastily, as if grabbing the last straw.

"Yes, Father." Luo Tianjun said, then turned and hurried off to invite them.

Not long after, Chen Xueqi and Huo Du were invited to the Domain Lord's Council Hall.

"Xianer, Huo Du, I heard that you two have a good relationship with Yang Lingchen. Whether we can save the Tianluo Domain this time depends on you."

Luo Cheng looked at the two with anticipation, his tone filled with pleading.

...

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

On this day, Yang Lingchen led the Haoyue Demon Palace army and finally arrived at the territory of the Tianluo Domain.

"Welcome, Young Master Yang Lingchen, to the Tianluo Domain."

When Yang Lingchen stepped into the Tianluo Domain's territory, he was surprised to find banners and slogans welcoming him posted everywhere.

The handwriting on those banners was striking and respectful, as if it were a welcoming ceremony.

Moreover, along the way, the Tianluo Domain did not have any defensive forces at all.

Wherever the Haoyue Demon Palace army arrived, the cities of the Tianluo Domain opened their gates in welcome, and the guards at the city gates even bowed respectfully.

"Damn, this Luo Cheng really knows how to handle things!" Ling Tun looked bewildered, scratched his head, and said: "Old Ancestor, they have all surrendered; are we still going to kill them?"

"Let's go to the Tianluo Domain first." Yang Lingchen's expression was gloomy; after a moment of contemplation, he said in a deep voice.

The journey was unimpeded; the Haoyue Demon Palace army, as if entering an empty land, marched straight to the Mountain Gate of the Tianluo Domain.

When Yang Lingchen arrived at the Mountain Gate of the Tianluo Domain, Luo Cheng and the high-level members of the Tianluo Domain had already been waiting there for a long time.

Each of them wore a humble expression, keeping a very low profile.

"Luo Cheng, you don't think that just because of this, I will spare your life, do you?"

Yang Lingchen looked coldly at Luo Cheng, who was kneeling on the ground, his voice icy and bone-chilling.

"Young Master Yang, regarding the previous matters, I was instigated by Yan Gucheng. I beg Young Master to spare my life."

Luo Cheng knelt straight down, his forehead pressed tightly against the ground, his voice trembling.

"Yang Lingchen."

"Brother Yang."

At this moment, Chen Xueqi and Huo Du also walked over.

"Xueqi, why are you here?" Yang Lingchen nodded at the two, the chill on his Face softening slightly.

"Yang Lingchen, can you spare our Tianluo Domain?" Chen Xueqi bit her lip and plucked up the courage to ask.

"Xueqi, since you have asked, I can choose not to destroy the Tianluo Domain." Yang Lingchen looked at Chen Xueqi, a hint of tenderness flashing in his eyes.

"Then... can you spare the Domain Lord?" Chen Xueqi said timidly, her gaze filled with a trace of pleading.

"Xueqi, for the sake of your Face, as long as the Tianluo Domain is willing to submit to my Haoyue Demon Palace, I can leave them a way to survive."

Yang Lingchen raised an eyebrow and continued: "But Luo Cheng must die; otherwise, I cannot answer to the Disciples of the Haoyue Demon Palace who sacrificed their lives. I hope you can understand."

"I understand." Chen Xueqi said softly, a trace of helplessness and sadness flashing in her eyes.

After reaching the Emperor Realm, she had recovered her memories, but she felt that the distance between her and Yang Lingchen had become increasingly vast.

"You are my best friend; if you have anything, you can come to the Haoyue Demon Palace to find me at any time." Yang Lingchen said gently.

"Mm-hmm...!" Chen Xueqi nodded.

Subsequently, Yang Lingchen struck out with a palm without warning; a powerful force erupted instantly, blasting the kneeling Luo Cheng into a mist of blood.

"From now on, the Tianluo Domain is merged into the Haoyue Demon Palace. Those who do not want to die, eat this!" A cold light flashed in Yang Lingchen's eyes as he took out a bag of soul devouring pills.

"Thank you, Young Master Yang, for sparing our lives." The high-level members of the Tianluo Domain hurriedly knelt to thank him, their bodies trembling, their eyes filled with fear.

"Ling Tun, feed them to them." Yang Lingchen said.

"Yes, Old Ancestor." Ling Tun took the soul devouring pills and fed one to each of the high-level members of the Tianluo Domain.

Thus, the entire Tianluo Domain was completely under Yang Lingchen's control.

"Xueqi, from now on, the Tianluo Domain will be entrusted to you to manage, is that okay?" Yang Lingchen looked at Chen Xueqi and said with a smile.

"I can't; I am afraid I won't manage it well." Chen Xueqi said timidly, her Face full of worry and insecurity.

"It's fine; whoever doesn't listen, tell me, and I will help you kill them." Yang Lingchen laughed, his tone filled with dominance.

"Greetings, Domain Lord." Seeing that Yang Lingchen wanted Chen Xueqi to manage it, the people of the Tianluo Domain hurriedly knelt and saluted.

"Everyone, please get up!" Chen Xueqi said hurriedly.

Chen Xueqi continued: "Yang Lingchen, I will definitely do my best to help you manage the Tianluo Domain well."

"Mm-hmm, remember to come to the Haoyue Demon Palace to visit me when you have time!" Yang Lingchen laughed.

For a cute and kind girl like Chen Xueqi, Yang Lingchen actually liked her very much.

Being with her, Yang Lingchen felt very relaxed.

Of course, whether the two could end up together in the future would depend on fate.

Subsequently, Yang Lingchen ransacked the Treasure Pavilion of the Tianluo Domain. He only left about 30% of the resources for the Tianluo Domain, mainly for the sake of Chen Xueqi's Face.

After all, he had entrusted the Tianluo Domain to Chen Xueqi to manage; if he emptied out the Tianluo Domain completely, Chen Xueqi would have no way to manage it.