Chapter 1514: White Bone Cave

Although Xu Yang and his companions were hearing about the "Emperor Bloodline" among the demon race for the first time, it wasn't surprising that such a supreme bloodline, superior to many other demons, existed within the vast Kunlun Abyss. After all, this aligns with the hierarchical structure of the great world's food chain. At the very genesis of any energy or species, the bloodline is always far more potent and refined than those of later generations. Consequently, the strength of a Level 10 demon beast was never the absolute pinnacle that a species of this lineage could achieve; Xu Yang understood this concept quite clearly.

His primary concern, however, was the whereabouts of this so-called demon race Emperor Bloodline. Predictably, when he raised this question, the Weeping Blood Demon Saint could only shake his head helplessly, unable to provide a clear answer.

"How incredibly precious is the Emperor Bloodline? What are their cultivation methods? What kind of species do they belong to? These are not things that we, lesser demons, can ever know. Only after I broke through to the Demon Saint realm did I once detect an extremely powerful spiritual fluctuation in the southernmost reaches of the Kunlun Abyss. I am absolutely certain that the intensity of that spiritual power surpassed even my own Demon Saint soul strength. Moreover, I only ever perceived that aura once, at the very moment I ascended to the Demon Saint realm. Since then, I've had no further sensations of that aura, yet I'm certain that what I perceived in that fleeting moment was no mere illusion. It must have been a subtle spiritual ripple from the Emperor Bloodline, hidden deep within this abyss, influencing its possessor."

"And you didn't pursue that curiosity afterward?" Long Kun couldn't help but ask, knowing that, given his own nature, a breakthrough to a new Demon Saint realm would undoubtedly compel him to seek out stronger adversaries for training. The owner of that soul aura, perceived in a flash, was undoubtedly a formidable being, yet the Weeping Blood Demon Saint merely shook his head.

"I was well aware that I was no match for the being possessing that aura. More importantly, the Weeping Blood Path I cultivate necessitates constantly devouring the bloodlines of weaker demon beasts to enhance my own power. Even if I had exerted immense effort to conquer that more powerful being, his formidable Emperor Bloodline was something that a human-soul demon beast like myself could never perfectly absorb. Why would I undertake such a thankless and arduous task? Having just achieved my breakthrough, my sole focus at that time was to consolidate my existing cultivation foundation, not to greedily advance in pursuit of higher realms and levels. For thousands of years thereafter, I had no further awareness or sensation of that initial spiritual fluctuation."

The others nodded gently, understanding the Weeping Blood Demon Saint's reasoning and path.

"In that case, we've at least gained some valuable clues. Let's depart immediately. There's still some time before the Blood Moon descends, so as long as we reach the southernmost part of the Kunlun Abyss beforehand, locate the source of that powerful spiritual fluctuation you sensed, and clarify everything, we'll still have ample time. If the entity possessing that spiritual fluctuation truly holds the Emperor Bloodline of the demon race, as you suggest, then a lineup consisting of three Demon Saints along with an inheritor of Emperor Blood should be sufficient to capture the attention of those elders from the Six Vein Royal Clans."

Upon hearing Xu Yang's words, everyone present nodded in agreement.

"Let's depart at once!"

The two great Demon Saints, White Lotus and Weeping Blood, led Xu Yang's team of young powerhouses into the sky, where they swiftly vanished beyond the clouds. During their journey, the mischievous calico cat, which had previously been playfully darting among the other companions, suddenly became remarkably subdued. It returned to Xu Yang's shoulder, appearing listless and quietly remaining under his protection. This uncharacteristic behavior drew Xu Yang's particular notice.

"What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell? You haven't seemed to participate in any battles along the way; given your strength, you shouldn't be so lethargic."

The calico cat, clearly harboring its own concerns, shook its head lightly, maintaining a serious expression. "Just focus on your journey. My condition is none of your concern. Don't assume that because I'm currently under your protection, you can start giving me orders. Our relationship is merely a temporary collaboration."

Seeing the calico cat's earnest expression, Xu Yang shook his head with a wry smile and chose not to press the issue further.

Given the flying speed of Xu Yang and his companions, traversing the entire Kunlun Abyss would take merely half a day. Soon, they arrived in the Extreme Southern Domain. This area was starkly different from the environment in any other part of the Kunlun Abyss; for thousands of miles, desolation stretched as far as the eye could see. The climate wasn't particularly harsh, nor did it carry the bloody, murderous aura of the Weeping Blood Demon Saint's former territory. This place felt more like a barren land where no life had existed for tens of thousands of years.

Withered landscapes and signs of decaying life force were everywhere. After entering this area, Xiao Xiang's condition seemed to deteriorate noticeably. Because her cultivated Everlasting Saint Technique fundamentally relied on an abundant life force for its operation, in this place where vitality was severely diminished and decaying, Xiao Xiang's technique suffered the greatest suppression. If she were to engage an enemy here, Xiao Xiang would likely be defeated within a few rounds. However, this was inconsequential, as she had Xu Yang as her absolute pillar of support. Even if dangerous adversaries appeared, Xiao Xiang wouldn't need to exert herself.

"Boss, this place is genuinely peculiar. Such desolation and decay don't resemble a demon territory at all. After all, for such a vast, barren expanse to exist within the Kunlun Abyss, a realm teeming with billions of demon lives, is utterly illogical."

Xu Yang nodded slightly, acknowledging Xiao Hua's assessment. "Precisely, you've arrived at the same conclusion as me. If my judgment is correct, this place conceals special restrictions or formations designed to suppress life force. Otherwise, it would be impossible for demon life forms to completely vanish from such a vast area. However, the more bizarre the circumstances, the more it confirms that we are on the right track."

And indeed, events were steadily unfolding as Xu Yang had predicted. As they reached the very end of the desolate expanse, a cavern formed entirely of bones appeared within their line of sight. This so-called bone cavern had no discernible outline and wasn't nestled against a continuous mountain range. The cave simply appeared abruptly, and every feature surrounding it was composed of chilling white bones—both beast and human remains. This strongly suggested that the demon race hidden within this place possessed truly astonishing power.