Heavenly Demon Cultivation Simulation-Chapter 467: Final Preparations For The Grand Plan (2)

Final Preparations For The Grand Plan (2)

“I thought I might see you again someday.”

Contrary to the excited voice, Training Hall Leader Jin Mu’s expression was very calm.

After ascending to the Profound State, his naturally rejuvenated appearance looked to be in his 40s.

A common middle-aged warrior’s face, but his stubborn eyes and gaze were more profound than those of an elder with white hair.

“That’s unexpected. To reach such a level as such and still cling to the past…”

End Demon, who was facing him, had also become younger than before.

However, the unkempt beard covering his face gave him the typical bandit-like appearance.

“You speak recklessly with that open mouth of yours. Indeed, how could someone as twisted as you understand the bond between master and disciple?”

“I don’t care about that. To us, power is rank. A life where if you don’t kill, you die. Death proves weakness.”

“Really?”

Jin Mu curled his lips.

As if an amusing thought had occurred to him, he spoke again with a curious expression.

“Then you’re saying you won’t have any complaints if you die by my hand.”

“If you’re confident, come at me. I don’t refuse any challenge.”

“Hmph.”

Swoosh—

Jin Mu unleashed his qi.

The flow circulating his entire body revolved around his dantian.

The flow of the Justice Faction’s Taiji.

Not fierce or destructive, but extremely gentle.

The flow he reached at the Profound State was another form of nature itself.

“Good. Come anytime.”

Boom—

End Demon also let his qi flow from his body.

Absolute Supreme Demonic Arts.

Unlike the Absolute Supreme Demonic Arts used by previous sect leaders, his aura had intensified with fiery qi—Hellfire that transcends the boundaries of nature, a dark flame different from the Fire of Destruction. ℞ἈꞐȱ𝖇ЕꞨ

‘It resembles the aura of chaos.’

Meanwhile, Seol-Hwi, observing from afar, was quite amazed at End Demon’s transformation.

Before he knew it, End Demon’s demonic energy, having reached the pinnacle of Demonic Transformation, was attempting to surpass the energy of nature.

‘It’s still not enough.’

Although it was showing the power to surpass the natural world with just the fire qi, ultimately, it was trapped within.

At least a Supernova. Only by reaching beyond that and wielding a Third Ability would it be possible to fight the Creator.

Rumble.Rumble.

As the two different qis exploded, Goo Jong-myung, who was watching, took a few steps back.

He admired the skills of the two men who had reached superhuman levels, yet his eyes were filled with a competitive spirit.

Profound State and Profound Demon—He was curious about where the victory and defeat would lead.

Clang!

The two middle-aged men rushed forward and collided directly.

Whiz. Pow! Pow!

Fist techniques, footwork, and foot techniques included, a breath unveiled a remarkable sixteen moves.

The martial arts End Demon displayed was Current Torrent.

A style of random, relentless attacks—It was the Heavenly Demon’s unique martial arts known for having no countermeasures.

By infusing the power of Absolute Supreme Demonic Arts, flames would form at every point of impact he struck.

Thud.Thud.Thud.

However, Jin Mu was blocking all those attacks.

The martial art was Taiji.

End Demon’s movements would speed up, then slow down, then speed up again, only to slow down once more.

Jin Mu was controlling the speed.

Clang!

As the attack was barely blocked, End Demon raised his qi even further.

He identified the flow to evade and deflect, then struck his opponent head-on with the energy of darkness.

“……!”

Sensing the ominous aura, Jin Mu swiftly rotated his palm.

And then he felt it.

He tried to let it pass, but the dark flame surged through the body.

“Haa.”

Then, Jin Mu used it as a starting point for a counterattack.

He spun, drawing the flame further inward and encased it with dozens of layers of Defense Qi Arts, keeping it within for a moment.

Then, he released the energy towards the advancing End Demon, causing a collision.

The dark flames clashed, producing a massive explosion sound.

Kuwang!

Jin Mu and End Demon retreated back several steps.

Their faces were filled with hostility.

“Not as impressive as I thought. This Taiji thing…”

End Demon, appearing slightly harmed, spoke while brushing off his scorched collar.

Jin Mu responded with ease despite the provocation.

“I agree. For something touted as the Absolute Supreme Demonic Arts, it’s disappointing. Should I continue indulging this?”

Crrrk.

Jin Mu’s provocation was stronger. End Demon’s twisted expression showed he was raising the stakes.

“This time will be quite entertaining. You hypocrite taoist.”

“I’ve been looking forward to it since earlier. Although, the leader’s disappointment will continue.”

“You bastard…”

End Demon bared his teeth.

Jin Mu concealed a dagger in his relaxed expression.

Just as their serious fight was about to unfold again.

“It seems I’ve found the right place.”

Someone stepped between them.

End Demon’s eyes widened, and Jin Mu tilted his head.

“It’s been a while, sahyung. Oh, no. Since you became the Cult Leader… should I call you Cult Leader?”

It was Earth Demon.

The last piece had fallen into place.

“Who are you? Step aside. This is a fight between adults.”

Jin Mu, even after seeing the young man blocking his way, had no intention of stopping.

He wanted to decide the outcome here.

“Let’s leave it at this, Master Jin Mu. Everyone has their share of past pains.”

“Where do you get off with such nonsense! Get lost!”

Given the location and the mention of his name, it seemed like the person was someone Seol-Hwi had brought along.

However, even if he was an acquaintance, there was no reason to stop him.

But then.

“You abandoned me, but I don’t resent you. That’s life.”

“What?!”

“Do you remember, Master Jin Mu? The child cast out with a cursed body, the Heavenly Killing Star.”

“……!”

For a moment, Jin Mu’s eyes widened.

The mention of the Heavenly Killing Star triggered memories of his distant past.

Of course, he remembered. That incident was vividly etched in the minds of everyone in the Wudang Sect.

“Earth Demon it is.”

At that moment, another man intervened. And with his arrival, the fight could not continue.

After all, he was the one who had allowed them to reach this point.

It was Seol-Hwi.

Seol-Hwi looked at those gathered and fell into brief contemplation.

Although Jin Mu stopped fighting, he still harbored hostility towards End Demon.

End Demon, having already fought, believed it was right to reach a conclusion.

In that sense, Goo Jong-myung was somewhat of a gentleman.

Even after End Demon became the Cult Leader, despite being used in some ways, he did not express much anger.

In fact, about a month ago, he discreetly called him out to ask about the reason for this.

“Obtaining the lost Purple Cloud Divine Arts is like obtaining the world. How could I be swayed by trivial emotions?”

He gave a sage-like answer.

However, that’s likely not the only reason.

In order to erase the past of collaborating with the Demonic Cult, it would have been better for them not to continue the emotional ties.

“But, can we have a conversation in such an atmosphere?”

Seol-Hwi called everyone to the guest room.

Despite being in the same room, there was a coldness where no one exchanged glances, prompting Goo Jong-myung to ask.

“I’ll handle it.”

Seol-Hwi spoke up in the gathering where everyone was present.

“Thank you all for coming this far. The four of you, who will save this world, have all gathered.”

Originally, the three were supposed to meet, but Earth Demon was an unexpected addition.

After the fight with the system, Seol-Hwi set the sparring ground at the boundary of the Demonic Cult.

If the system had not collapsed, considering its domain, it would be right here.

This place was the boundary where absolute power disappeared.

Therefore, he summoned Earth Demon from the distant regions to prepare for the final battle.

“Shall we start with the reports?”

Despite Seol-Hwi’s words, the atmosphere remained cold.

To be precise, it was End Demon and Jin Mu.

Their emotions were not yet settled.

“Let me start with the Mount Hua Sect.”

Goo Jong-myung, free from the atmosphere, spoke first.

“The Mount Hua Sect has acknowledged the existence of the Creator who will destroy the world and has decided to actively assist. Give us the order anytime, and we will immediately dispatch troops.”

“That’s a relief. How about the Wudang Sect?”

Jin Mu hesitated for a moment at the question.

But acknowledging Seol-Hwi’s presence, he answered without showing emotions.

“The Wudang will follow the command unwaveringly.”

“Good.”

This time, Seol-Hwi asked End Demon. 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

“Is there any special issue with the Demonic Cult?”

“We have migrated without any issues and are waiting for your command at any time.”

“Good.”

Seol-Hwi had actually received information through the Beggars Union a few days ago that the Nine Great Sects were united in their resolve to fight alongside and go against Absolute Being.

In truth, the moment the Emei Sect persuaded the Shaolin Temple, everything was already decided.

Seol-Hwi spoke as he looked at each person one by one.

“From now on, I’ll speak more casually. I’ve lived hundreds of years more than you all anyway…”

No one had any objections to those words.

Everyone already knew that Seol-Hwi was not an ordinary being.

“You two. I knew there was a debt of gratitude and resentment between End Demon and Jin Mu. Honestly, it was so long ago that I had forgotten. However.”

Seol-Hwi continued as he looked back and forth between the two.

“I won’t let you resolve that grudge now. The reason is simple. You lack the skills to resolve it. End Demon hasn’t reached the level I desire…”

Seol-Hwi looked at Training Hall Leader Jin Mu and spoke.

“Warrior Jin Mu still lacks understanding of the Profound State.”

“What do you mean by lacking understanding of Profound State?”

Jin Mu, feeling wronged, protested, to which Seol-Hwi stared at him and said.

“Profound State is not a realm for gradual ascension like the Profound Demon of Demonic Cult. Those who have pondered and contemplated much and those who haven’t, have as great a difference as Supreme Demon and Profound Demon. Do you understand what I mean?”

“That is…”

Jin Mu couldn’t refute.

Even though he felt he had reached harmony with nature upon entering the Profound State, he simultaneously felt it was impossible to progress further in his cultivation.

In the end, he admitted to being trapped by the wall he had built himself.

“From tomorrow, there will be special training. Everyone except Earth Demon will train three times a day. It will be unique.”

Seol-Hwi revealed the training plan for the grand scheme.

“I want you all to possess a power that surpasses perfect harmony with the forces of nature. And I want you to sharpen yourselves keenly. Otherwise, it will be difficult to withstand even a single strike from the Creator.”

“……How strong is he, exactly?”

Goo Jong-myung asked.

He seemed to wonder if the training itself would be meaningful, considering his confidence in his martial arts.

“Come to think of it, I haven’t mentioned it to you all yet.”

Seol-Hwi realized he hadn’t properly explained about the Creator until then.

After a brief contemplation, Seol-Hwi spoke up.

“With your current skills, except for Earth Demon, none of you would be able to withstand even a single strike.”

“……!”

“……!”

“……!”

The three showed reactions as if they were shocked by his words.

Especially End Demon, who frowned nervously.

The expression “even a single strike” was that shocking to him.

“In contrast, Earth Demon…….”

Seol-Hwi’s explanation wasn’t over. He looked at Earth Demon, who was listening intently.

“Even if he fights now, it would be at least a draw. He is on a different level than you guys. Another god, indeed.”

“A god……?”

Jin Mu asked in disbelief, and Seol-Hwi nodded.

“Yes, because he was created by the Creator.”