Chapter 91: Dream Paradise
"That's enough, let's stop here."
The voice of the Demon God Emperor Feng Xiu echoed above the battlefield.
Lin Ze glanced at A Bao, whose eyes were blank and dazed. With no more interest in continuing the fight, the void crown in Lin Ze's hand dispersed into countless void crystals and returned to Yue Ye's body.
But Yue Ye's gaze remained fixed on the man in front of her.
Just now, when Lin Ze had dealt a fatal blow to A Bao, the domineering aura that radiated from him made Yue Ye momentarily lose herself.
That moment, Lin Ze exuded confidence, power, and command, as if the whole world would bend to his will.
Yue Ye was completely conquered. If her previous feelings for Lin Ze had come from long-term companionship and subtle emotional growth, now her heart was taken fully.
In both mind and body, Lin Ze was beyond what she had imagined.
At that moment, three beams of light descended upon the field, teleporting Lin Ze and the other two to the front of the Demon God Emperor.
Seeing Lin Ze and Yue Ye still embracing, the Moon Demon God Agares cleared his throat and said, "How long do you two plan on hugging?"
Yue Ye, still dazed by Lin Ze's previous overwhelming presence, reluctantly released him when she heard Agares speak.
As she stepped away and looked at the three powerful Demon Gods—Sun, Moon, and Star—she suddenly felt unprecedented pressure.
She didn't understand why… when Lin Ze had challenged eighth-level A Bao at only the sixth level, and even under the pressure of the Demon God Emperor, she hadn't felt a trace of fear.
But now, facing the Demon God Emperor directly, her heart began to race anxiously.
Just as Yue Ye wondered how they would be punished…
Lin Ze suddenly took her hand.
Before she could react, Lin Ze said softly:
> "Don't worry, Yue'er. Leave everything to me now."
Yue Ye was stunned—not because of his words, but because she suddenly realized that Lin Ze seemed much more mature than before.
Thinking back over the past seven years, she smiled as she remembered how he used to call her "Sister Yue".
Now, she silently nodded and leaned against Lin Ze.
No matter what came next, she would face it together with him.
But her worries were unnecessary.
Lin Ze said calmly:
> "Your Majesty, are you satisfied with my strength?"
Yue Ye was stunned again, unsure of what he meant.
Wasn't this the time to talk about A Bao?
Before she could think further, the Star Demon God Vashak stepped forward, placing a hand on Lin Ze's shoulder with genuine excitement.
> "Lin Ze, you didn't disappoint me at all! I didn't expect that in just seven years, your strength could rival the peak of the eighth level!"
This sudden enthusiasm shocked Yue Ye.
In her impression, the Star Demon God, as the demon clan's chief strategist, was rarely warm toward anyone.
What was going on?
Lin Ze, however, wasn't surprised and replied with a light smile:
> "I have to thank Lord Star Demon God for promoting me back then."
> "You and I don't need to be so formal. Tell me—what exactly is the phantom Taotie behind you? I can tell it's not in its complete form."
> "Even I couldn't predict its existence."
Compared to the powerful void weapon End Moon Crown Lin Ze had extracted from Yue Ye, Vashak was more interested in Lin Ze's gluttonous transformation.
He had clearly sensed that, in that state, Lin Ze's momentum and strength surged.
> "I'm not entirely sure. But I can feel that as my strength grows, that presence becomes clearer. And… my body also undergoes some changes under specific conditions."
Lin Ze gave a vague answer, withholding the full truth.
He knew clearly: as long as he proved his value, both the Demon God Emperor Feng Xiu and Star Demon God Vashak would support him.
He still remembered that Vashak had once told him—because of his existence, the future of the demon clan could be rewritten.
That's why, during his battle with A Bao, Lin Ze didn't hold back.
He had wanted Feng Xiu and Vashak to witness his value firsthand.
Vashak was extremely pleased. Lin Ze's bloodline might very well awaken fully in the future.
Suddenly remembering something, Vashak turned to Feng Xiu and said:
> "Your Majesty, if I recall correctly, the Dream Paradise in human territory is about to open."
> "Since Lin Ze can awaken dark aura, he should be able to control the power of the spirit furnace. In previous years, we never competed with humans for Dream Paradise entry slots. This time, I think we should try. The Godhead you seek might also be brought back by Lin Ze and the others."
The mention of Dream Paradise stunned the surrounding demons.
> "How long until it opens?" Feng Xiu asked coldly.
> "Less than two years."
> "Good. Make preparations."
Feng Xiu then looked at Lin Ze and said:
> "Lin Ze, I will not interfere in the affairs of you younger ones. But on your next journey to the Dream Paradise, you must bring me back the Godhead of the Goddess of Nature."
> "Yes, Your Majesty."
Although Lin Ze had no idea what this Godhead was, since the Demon God Emperor had asked, what else could he say?
Seeing Lin Ze agree, Feng Xiu added:
> "In that case, you will lead the Dream Paradise expedition. Choose the ten strongest members of the younger generation to accompany you."
The surrounding demons were all stunned.
No one expected the Demon God Emperor to put Lin Ze fully in charge.
Shouldn't this responsibility go to A Bao, the first-in-line heir?
A Bao's face twisted. His clenched fists creaked.
There was no doubt—Feng Xiu was disappointed in him.
Recalling the recent battle, A Bao felt deep frustration rise from within.
Lin Ze, on the other hand, didn't dwell on it. He simply thought it was better for him to lead than A Bao.
> "Understood, Your Majesty. Lin Ze will bring back the godhood."
Feng Xiu nodded, satisfied.
> "Spend these next two years improving yourself. I look forward to seeing your performance."
With that, the Demon God Emperor turned and left.
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