Chapter 979, Starlords

Translator:  Ashish

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

Yu Zi Yu, in his Void Elf Form, simulated through his Innate Talent—Absolute Evolution, sat on the throne in the deepest part of the Demon Palace.

 

The throne itself was not overly large, but its design was akin to the Dragon Throne of Earth’s ancient emperors, with intricate Golden Dragons spiraling around its armrests.

 

Seated there, even Yu Zi Yu’s eyes could not help but narrow slightly.

 

From this vantage point, it felt as if he was sitting high above the Ninth Heavens, gazing down upon the sea of clouds.

 

In that moment, he felt a boundless sense of power, a thrill that words could scarcely describe.

 

[This is truly a remarkable feeling…] Yu Zi Yu thought, silently praising the craftsmanship.

 

Without wasting time, he swept his right hand outward.

 

*Boooooom, booooom…* With deafening roars, several flickering vortices opened one after another within the great hall.

 

Moments later, with resounding footsteps, figures emerged in an orderly procession.

 

They were none other than the Elf Queen, the Mermaid Queen, and Thorns, who had returned with Yu Zi Yu.

 

As for others, such as Bull Demon, White Tiger, and Golden Ant, they had voluntarily stayed behind in the Kadar Star Domain.

 

Their tasks were twofold: Firstly, to secretly support the Blood Demon Clan in dealing with the Heavenly Court’s interference. And secondly, to develop the Society of Demons and Fiends, providing refuge for particularly vicious Mutant Beasts unfit for life within the Demon Court.

 

After all, not every being was suited for the Demon Court.

 

For instance, someone like White Tiger, who thrived on slaughter, was not compatible with the Demon Court’s ideals.

 

However, Thorns, despite her reliance on blood for cultivation, remained necessary to Yu Zi Yu as the ruler of the Tree Realm.

 

Thus, she had returned with him.

 

“We greet the First Sister and Fourth Brother!” The Elf Queen, Mermaid Queen, and Thorns, figures who had emerged from the depths of the Nine Realms, bowed slightly in unison toward Nine Tails and Sarcosuchus.

 

“Mhmm…” Nodding slightly, Nine Tails and Sarcosuchus could not help but feel a tinge of excitement at the sight of these familiar faces.

 

However, this was not the time for reminiscing.

 

*Hooooo…* Exhaling a long, deep breath, Nine Tails stepped forward and reported, “Master, I’ve already notified Slytherin stationed in Elysia and the Spirit Turtle stationed on Earth. If all goes well, they should return by tomorrow.”

 

She then added, “Additionally, we’ve also sent messages to others like Princess Ling Er, the Red Dragon Queen, and the Zerg Queen, who are currently exploring Star Domains beyond.”

 

Hearing this, Yu Zi Yu was momentarily stunned. “Exploring Star Domains?”

 

“Yes, exploring Star Domains,” Nine Tails confirmed, nodding.

 

“Although the Milky Way Galaxy where the Demon Court resides is only considered a mid-tier Star Domain, its proximity to the center of the universe makes it incredibly rich in resources. That’s why Princess Ling Er took a fleet to explore the surrounding areas…”

 

“I see…” a murmur escaped Yu Zi Yu, realization dawning upon me. [No wonder I didn’t find Ling Er upon returning to the Celestial Realm—so she is exploring Star Domains.]

 

…

 

At this moment, a nearby Golden Monkey stepped forward and stated, bowing respectfully with his fists cupped, “Master, I’ve also sent word to the various Lords scattered across the starry skies. They should begin returning shortly.”

 

Lords, also known as Starlords, were rulers of the individual domains under the Demon Court’s jurisdiction.

 

Within the Thirty-Three Heavens governed by the Demon Court, each Star Lord oversaw a Heaven.

 

In addition to the First Heaven—Earth, the Second Heaven—Elysia, the Third Heaven—Celestial Realm, and the highest Nine Heavens—the Nine Realms, the Demon Court had, over the past decade, expanded its reach to encompass an additional seven Heavens.

 

These seven Heavens corresponded to the seven planets of the Solar System, excluding Venus—Jupiter, Saturn, Mercury, Mars, and so on.

 

Each of these planets was guarded by a Tier-5 True Gods.

 

For instance, Saturn was under the watch of Qing Gang—the Son of the Earth. As an Earth Elemental, his role as Saturn’s guardian was perfectly fitting.

 

Similarly, the Lord of Pluto was none other than the Ice Elemental Flood Dragon, Little White.

 

Possessing the bloodline of the Dragon Clan and having transformed into an Ice Elemental, Little White had become the very embodiment of extreme cold. Lying quietly coiled in the depths of Pluto, her terrifying coldness had frozen the entire planet.

 

As for the Lord of Jupiter, the role is held by Aurora.

 

As one of the most esteemed figures in the Demon Court, entrusting her with the most resource-rich Jupiter was only natural.

 

Listening silently, Yu Zi Yu nodded subtly, his gaze deep and contemplative.

 

[It seems the powerhouses scattered across the stars will soon return, one by one.] He mused inwardly. [While this might delay some of my plans, I can’t help but look forward to reuniting with them after such a long time… especially old friends like Ling Er and Qing Gang.]

 

With that thought, a faint smile tugged at the corners of his lips. Without hesitation, Yu Zi Yu issued his command, his voice calm yet resolute, “In that case, let’s hold the grand ceremony in half a month. Ensure that everyone is summoned back.”

 

“Yes, Master,” came the unified response from Nine Tails, Sarcosuchus, and the others, their faces alight with anticipation.

 

It had been so long since they had truly gathered together.

 

At that very moment, on several planets not far from the Celestial Realm…

 

*Booooom, boooooom, boooooom…* With a series of deafening roars, countless fearsome auras erupted skyward, while figures, as majestic and fearsome as God and Demons, appeared, shaking the very planets.

 

“Master…” A gentle whisper echoed as a thousand-meter-long Ice Dragon soared into the sky from Pluto.

 

The Ice Dragon pierced through the starry skies, its chilling frost freezing everything around it. In its wake, it stirred up a vast wave of frost, spanning across the dark and dreary space.

 

It was Little White, the terrifying embodiment of extreme cold.

 

However, in another direction, a similarly powerful presence refused to be overshadowed.

 

*Roooooooar…* With a majestic draconic roar, a Humanoid Figure, clad entirely in crimson armor, shot forth like a meteor from Mars, accompanied by an endless sea of fire trailing behind it.

 

And within this fiery expense, a young girl’s silhouette emerged, walking slowly.

 

These were the Mars Twins.

 

One was a young man of the Human Race carrying the Soul of the Fire Dragon—Haposs residing within him.

 

The other was Aisia, the Daughter of Fire, one of Yu Zi Yu’s earliest Elemental Apostles. She had consumed the Fire Elemental Flower bestowed by Yu Zi Yu, transforming into a Fire Elemental.

 

Now, thanks to the innate advantages of the Elemental Clan and the abundant resources of the Demon Court, she had ascended to Tier-5.

 

As for why Mars was guarded by two Tier-5 powerhouses, it was naturally due to their unique situation.

 

Both were newly ascended Tier-5s, and they were of equally match. In fact, they also worked well together.

 

Since Nine Tails, acting as the interim leader of the Demon Court, found it difficult to separate them, she simply assigned them both to Mars.