He is not greedy for credit.

After speaking, Hu Yi continued, "My Lord, are we going to proceed like last time, setting up the Heaven-locking Earth-sealing Array before taking action?"

There was a glimmer in his eyes, eager to follow Jiang Shu again to witness the Lord's supreme might once more.

He wanted to see how this Black Dragon Demon Lord, who ruled over the entire Northern Domain, compared to the Sen Hu Demon Monarch of the past.

However, Jiang Shu waved his hand and said, "The Black Dragon Demon Lord is different from the Sen Hu Demon Monarch; he always pays attention to the changes around him. If I try to set up an array, it's likely to expose a flaw instead."

"There are too many Transformed Demons on that great island. If you go, it will be hard for me to focus on looking after you. You should guard Fox People Island, while I take Jiao Ming. You can tell him that you've found my trace, and he will surely see you."

What does this mean?

Hu Yi was slightly puzzled by Jiang Shu's words.

If the Black Dragon Demon Lord wants to see me, shouldn't I go? Why did the Lord say I don't need to go?

Just as this thought crossed his mind, a look of shock appeared on his face.

He saw the Lord point his finger at him, causing a drop of his essence blood to float in the air.

Then, surprisingly, the Lord transformed into someone identical to himself in appearance and demeanor, even down to the blood in his veins.

Jiang Shu possessed the Transformation Dao, and this was but its simplest application. Unless a Demon Venerable personally scrutinized, no one could discern the disguise.

Hu Yi snapped back to reality. As the leader of the Fox People Clan endowed with innate intelligence, he quickly realized that if the Lord dared to meet the Black Dragon Demon Lord face-to-face, it meant this wasn't a mere blinding technique.

Perhaps it was a great technique of transformation that even a Demon Monarch couldn't see through.

"The Lord's might is truly beyond my comprehension."

"Then let Jiao Ming accompany you. It's just a pity that I won't get to see the startled expression on the face of the one I've painstakingly sought when they suddenly appear before them."

Having spent some time with Jiang Shu, Hu Yi knew his temperament and joked half-heartedly.

"You've done well; here are some cultivation resources for you. Take them. When we return, I'll assist you in advancing to the Primordial Pill."

Although Hu Yi was a servant, his deeds were commendable, and Jiang Shu didn't hesitate to reward him.

Without further ado, Jiang Shu rose, bringing along Jiao Ming, whose memory had been altered, and sped towards the Extreme North.

Center of the Northern Domain.

The Black Dragon Demon Lord was unaware that his doom was approaching.

He was startled awake from his secluded cultivation. His vertical pupils turned red, and an intimidating black demon energy behind him threatened to devour the transformed demon reporting to him. His cultivation had reached a critical point, and he coldly asked, "Didn't I say not to disturb me unless it was important?"

"If you don't give me a good reason, I will eat you!"

The Transformed Demon cursed internally but was compelled by the Black Dragon Demon Lord's command to respond, "My Lord, Jiao Ming reports that the Fox People Clan has located Jiang Taixuan's exact hiding spot and wishes to seek advice regarding the next step."

So soon!

The Black Dragon Demon Lord was delighted, releasing the Transformed Demon in his grasp, stepping into the void, and moving towards Jiao Ming's location, spreading an overwhelming demon energy that captured the attention of the demons across the entire island.

"What's happening with the Lord?"

"Could it be that Jiang Taixuan's whereabouts have been found?"

"If Jiang Taixuan has truly been found, I believe with the Demon Lord's might, encountering Jiang Taixuan again will indeed lead to Jiang Taixuan's complete slaughter."

"Jiang Taixuan, practicing for just a few years, how could he be a match for our Demon Lord?"

"The main thing is that if the Lord kills Jiang Taixuan, perhaps he could gain an opportunity from Jiang Taixuan, maybe even break through the bottleneck and advance to a late-stage Demon Monarch. Then we could all soar to great heights too."

Some Transformed Realm Demons, having considered such possibilities, displayed joy in their eyes.

They wished to continuously follow a certain Demon Monarch.

They didn't want the Black Dragon Demon Lord to be punished for failing to find Jiang Shu, as in that case, they might be assigned to other Demon Monarchs and sent to various dangerous locations.

It was something none of them desired.

The Black Dragon Demon Lord was eager to kill Jiang Shu not only due to their hatred but also because of Jiang Shu's monstrous cultivation talent and vengeful personality against his enemies.

He clearly understood that if Jiang Shu gained the power to kill him, even escaping to the Netherworld wouldn't deter Jiang Shu from finding and killing him.

The Black Dragon Demon Lord was unaware of his subordinates' discussions. He focused solely on killing Jiang Shu, looking down appreciatively at the "Hu Yi" below him.

"Hu Yi, I've long heard of your name. It's known that if not constrained by your half-demon blood, you might have already soared high."

He was ecstatic, lavishing praise upon "Hu Yi."

"I won't renege on my promise to you. From now on, your Fox People Clan is part of the Demon Race. If anyone has objections, feel free to come and find me."

"Tell me, where is Jiang Taixuan now, and did he detect your reconnaissance?"

He didn't notice that his voice was quivering slightly.

Jiang Shu found it amusing, planning to continue the act to see what kind of embarrassing state this once-mighty Demon Lord would become under such pressure.

"Reporting to My Lord, in fact, Jiang Taixuan is on this island!"

Jiang Shu's nonchalant words left the Black Dragon Demon Lord questioning if he had misheard.

"Are you saying he's on this island?"

"Hu Yi, you better not be entertaining yourself at my expense. Do you know the consequences of saying that?"

His expression was terrifying, and he spoke through gritted teeth, nearly driven mad with anger. A black dragon shadow reemerged behind him, pressing down towards Jiang Shu standing below.

Seeing this, Jiang Shu said again, "How dare I deceive my lord. According to reliable information, Jiang Taixuan is indeed on this island. He might even be somewhere watching our exchange right now."

The Black Dragon Demon Lord's expression froze, a chill swept over his heart, as vast divine sense swept through.

He knew Jiang Shu had a great technique to completely conceal his figure. Back then, without the backup he had left on Jiang Shu, no one could find him.

In principle, Hu Yi wouldn't dare deceive him.

Could it be that Jiang Taixuan is indeed on the island now, observing his every move?

No.

In an instant, he seemed to realize something.

Pierced by venomous hatred that nearly materialized, his body trembled with anger, and he squeezed a few words through clenched teeth.

"Jiang Taixuan... you... have gone too far!!"

His overwhelming pressure was unbearable for a Transformed Demon, yet "Hu Yi" didn't move an inch, even had the leisure to tease him.

There was only one possibility.

The "Hu Yi" before him was Jiang Taixuan!

Jiang Shu laughed heartily, revealing his true form, taking a step towards the Black Dragon Demon Lord.

"Black Dragon, your Dao Heart is shattered."

"The current you is not even a shadow of your former self!"

With a single sentence, Jiang Shu completely broke the Black Dragon Demon Lord's psychological defenses, driving him mad. Uncontrollable, immense demon energy surged from within him, shattering the luxurious palace and shooting into the sky, transforming into four towering Great Dao Embryos.

Among them, one Great Dao skyrocketed.

This was the fundamental path the Black Dragon Demon Lord practiced, the Dragon Phase Dao!

If cultivated to the extreme, it could even transform into a True Dragon.

The remaining three Daos, although inferior to the Dragon Phase Dao, were also formidable. They circled around him, unleashing terrifying power.

"Jiang Taixuan! It's barely been a month, do you think you can truly kill me?"

"Just an early-stage Vientiane Realm!"

"Prepare to die!"