Chapter 97: Chapter 97: The Final Battle Against the Demons
The battlefield was a chaotic storm of destruction, filled with roaring demons, surging spiritual energy, and the deafening clash of weapons. The sky above was painted in crimson, dark clouds swirling as if heaven itself was trembling at the intensity of the battle. The Demon God Realm, once an unchallenged domain of slaughter, was now filled with the war cries of the Heavenly Mystic Sect disciples.
Chan Lang, the son of Chan Li, stood at the forefront, his aura blazing like an untamed sun. His once playful and mischievous demeanor was replaced by a cold determination as he slashed through hordes of demons. Around him, the strongest disciples of the sect each possessing the power to rival demonic generals fought like titans, their laughter mixing with the wails of the fallen demons.
"Is that all you've got?" Xuan Ming, one of the top-ranking disciples, mocked as he dodged a monstrous claw and countered with a palm strike that sent his opponent crashing into a mountain. "I thought demons were supposed to be terrifying!"
"Hahaha! These demons are nothing! I was expecting an actual challenge!" added Bai Chen, a disciple with an unmatched battle-hungry grin. He swung his golden spear in a wide arc, severing limbs and cleaving through armor as if it were paper.
At the heart of the demonic army, the One-Horned Demon General bellowed in rage. His massive form towered over his kin, his black armor gleaming under the red sky. "You insignificant mortals! You dare desecrate the Demon God Realm!? I will devour your souls and bathe in your blood!"
He charged like a berserker, his war hammer shattering the ground with every step. Chan Lang met his charge head-on, sword clashing against the hammer, sending shockwaves across the battlefield. The impact alone sent weaker demons flying and forced other disciples to shield themselves from the sheer force of their clash.
"Tsk. You're loud for someone who's about to lose," Chan Lang taunted as he deflected the demon's blows with ease. "Seriously, does every villain have to monologue before they die? It's like a rule or something."
Meanwhile, above the battlefield, Chan Li sat on a floating throne made of swirling Qi, watching the battle unfold with a relaxed smile. In one hand, he held a cup of tea, and in the other, a piece of spiritual cake. Tang Yu, his wife, floated beside him, arms crossed.
"Are you seriously just watching while our son and disciples are fighting for their lives?" she asked, exasperated.
"Relax, dear. This is good training for them. Besides, look at them! They're enjoying themselves!" Chan Li said, gesturing toward Bai Chen, who was laughing maniacally while stabbing a demon multiple times. "See? Pure joy."
Tang Yu sighed and shook her head. "I sometimes wonder if you're the strongest being in existence or the laziest."
"Both!" Chan Li declared proudly.
Back on the battlefield, the fight against the One-Horned Demon General reached its climax. The demon's body was covered in wounds, his breath ragged. But despite his injuries, his demonic aura only grew stronger.
"If I am to fall... I shall take all of you with me!" the demon roared, summoning a massive black vortex above his head. The sky itself seemed to shatter as pure demonic energy surged forth, threatening to consume everything.
Chan Lang, however, merely cracked his neck. "Alright, I'm done playing around. Dad said I should practice my 'Serious Mode' once in a while."
He stepped forward, his sword vanishing into thin air as he raised his hand. In an instant, golden chains of divine energy erupted from the void, wrapping around the demon's massive form and pinning him to the ground.
"W-What!? Impossible!" the demon howled, struggling against the chains that sapped his strength.
Chan Lang smiled, raising a single finger. "Divine Judgment."
A golden beam of light shot down from the heavens, engulfing the demon in holy flames. His agonized screams echoed throughout the realm before he was completely erased from existence. The battlefield fell into silence as the remaining demons trembled, realizing their leader had been obliterated.
"W-Who are you people!?" one demon shrieked in terror.
"We're the Heavenly Mystic Sect!" Bai Chen declared with a smirk. "And we just conquered your realm!"
A deafening cheer erupted from the disciples as the surviving demons surrendered or fled into the abyss. The battle was over. The Demon God Realm, once a land of endless slaughter, had now been claimed by the Heavenly Mystic Sect.
Chan Li floated down from his throne, stretching lazily. "Alright, good work, everyone. Pack it up! Let's go home!"
"Wait, just like that?" Tang Yu asked. "Shouldn't we"
"Nope! Battle's done, demons lost, we win. Simple as that," Chan Li replied. "Besides, I need a nap."
The disciples laughed, their spirits high after their victory. As they prepared to leave, Chan Lang turned to his father.
"Dad, what now?"
Chan Li grinned. "Now? Now, we celebrate!"
With that, the Heavenly Mystic Sect left behind a conquered realm, a legend of their might now etched into the history of the Demon God Realm. Their victory was absolute, their power undeniable, and their antics? As ridiculous as ever.
And so, with laughter and triumph, they returned home, ready for the next adventure.