A rare opportunity

The Yunfu Mountains are high and densely forested, covering a vast area and nurturing countless natural treasures. Although some areas are inaccessible to humans, they are not difficult for demonic beasts.

For most demonic beasts, their cultivation time is relatively short and their cultivation level is relatively low, so they don't need high-grade pills. The herbs used to refine these pills are also readily available, so collecting them is not difficult.

Soon, the area in front of the vulture's cave was piled high with various rare herbs. Li Yu then quickly immersed himself in alchemy.

Without further ado, with the continuous supply of pills from Li Yu, the overall strength of the demon race has significantly improved over the past two years! There are now a large number of demon kings and demon emperors, and even four demon saints have emerged!

The vulture, the white rabbit, and the ape demon have also improved. The vulture has reached the eighth level of demon saint, while the white rabbit and the ape demon have reached the fifth and third levels of demon saint respectively! With the current strength of the demon race, although they are still at a disadvantage compared to the human race, they are enough to protect themselves.

Li Yu, who was already anxious, knew he should leave after seeing the changes in the demon race! However, he needed to make some preparations before leaving, at least he should say goodbye to Xiang Aotian and the other four sect leaders.

Over the course of those two years, Xiang Aotian and his companions frequently visited, either alone or in groups. Over time, they became friends.

To be honest, at the beginning of their interactions, Xiang Aotian and the others were only afraid of Li Yu! They befriended him simply to avoid conflict with him! But after talking with him, they couldn't help but feel deep respect for Li Yu! Not only for his cultivation level, but also for his compassionate heart!

They knew the purpose of Li Yu's trip. They also knew that Li Yu desperately wanted to find the Heart of the Divine Soul Tree. But Li Yu was willing to stay on Xuanyuan Star for two years, just to fight for a chance for survival for the demon race!

As cultivators, although their lifespan is relatively long, it's not the same as the heavens; they too experience birth, aging, sickness, and death! Of course, this is all related to one's cultivation level. The higher the cultivation level, the longer the lifespan.

Two years, though relatively short, is enough time for a cultivator to increase their cultivation level. This means an increase in lifespan, and also brings them closer to ascension to godhood! Especially for cultivators like Li Yu, who have reached the peak of the ninth level of Sainthood and are already infinitely close to ascension, they are even less willing to waste time!

Li Yu, however, was willing to waste two years refining pills here, simply to improve the strength of the demon race! At first, this was unbelievable and incomprehensible to them!

Later, through their interactions with Li Yu, they discovered that Li Yu was kind-hearted and cared deeply for all living beings!

The more they learned about Li Yu, the more they admired him. Human nature inclines towards goodness; even if one cannot embody it oneself, one will still sincerely admire those who can. Of course, as long as his humanity remains!

Moreover, Li Yu has his own unique insights into cultivation, which have greatly benefited them.

Furthermore, they greatly coveted the elixirs refined by Li Yu. Therefore, they would often think of visiting Li Yu at Yunfu Mountain. Although Li Yu might not have time to talk to them while refining elixirs, they could still obtain a few peerless elixirs.

Because he was busy refining elixirs, Li Yu naturally didn't have time to return the visit. But before leaving, he decided to make a return visit.

Li Yu then immediately discussed the matter of a return visit with Hou Rujing, Mu Chengqi, Yin Zijuan and others.

"Gentlemen! We have lingered on Xuanyuan Star for too long, and it is time to set off again! However, before leaving, I would like to make a return visit to the four major sects. What do you all think?"

Li Yu has never been arrogant like someone in a superior position; he always speaks to everyone in a consultative tone.

Upon hearing that they were about to leave, everyone was not very happy! To be honest, although they had all followed Li Yu voluntarily, being away from home for so long inevitably brought on homesickness. They all wanted to find the Divine Soul Tree as soon as possible, pick the Divine Soul Fruit, and return to Blue Jade Star!

"The four sect leaders have visited us many times. It would indeed be impolite to leave without a word! However, in my opinion, we should return the visit and leave immediately without having to return to Yunfu Mountain!"

Hou Rujing had been away from Jinzhou Star for even longer, not to mention he was worried about his master. Therefore, he wanted to leave even sooner.

"Hou Sheng is absolutely right! The demon race is now strong enough to protect themselves, and it's time for us to leave! Our master can't wait any longer! Fortunately, we don't have much to pack, so let's go together to visit the four sect leaders and take this opportunity to bid them farewell!"

Yin Zijuan also said.

"Kid! We should have left long ago! We've wasted so much time!"

Although Mu Chengqi was very anxious, he knew that Li Yu would not easily abandon the demon race. However, he spoke with a hint of resentment.

Li Yu was just as anxious. In truth, that was exactly what he meant, but they all seemed to have misunderstood. Since everyone thought that way, he didn't offer any explanation. He simply nodded and said:

"In that case, everyone go and make preparations, we'll set off tomorrow!"

There was no real preparation, but a farewell was inevitable. After all, having spent so much time with these demons, they had all developed some affection for them. They immediately dispersed, finding their befriended demon beasts to say goodbye.

Parting is always sad. Especially for those straightforward monsters, upon hearing that they were leaving, they couldn't help but let out loud cries of sorrow!

When the vulture and the white rabbit heard the news, they were both struck dumb! Although they knew that Li Yu and the others would leave sooner or later, they still felt a sense of emptiness upon hearing the news!

You have to understand that in the past two years, they have come to regard Li Yu as their pillar of support! They don't even know what they will do after Li Yu leaves!

Therefore, after learning the news, they hurriedly rushed to the vulture's former den, hoping to beg Li Yu to stay a little longer.

"Your Majesty! You..."

Before the vulture could speak, Li Yu waved his hand to stop him:

“Brother Eagle, there’s no need for further words! You know the purpose of my journey. It is to find the Divine Soul Tree as soon as possible and revive my master. Since I have to leave sooner or later, there’s no time to lose! The demon race is currently strong enough to protect itself, so I can rest assured!”

"We just can't bear to part with Your Excellency! Couldn't you stay a little longer..."

"No! I've already wasted too much time on Xuanyuan Star, and my master can't wait any longer!"

"This……"

"Alright then! We plan to return the visit to the four sect leaders before leaving. You can come with us to the four sects. This is a good opportunity for you to get to know the four sect leaders better!"

Seeing Li Yu's resolute expression, the vulture had no choice but to nod in agreement. The white rabbit, however, kept its eyes darting around thoughtfully, remaining silent.

That evening, the demon race held a grand banquet to bid farewell to Li Yu and the others. Of course, there were many instances of them embracing and weeping during the feast.