Celestial Peak

"Cannot be quelled? The war that had transpired over hundreds of thousands of years ago had long pa.s.sed. You fear those of the Holy Path to hold the Devil Path accountable for the deaths that had transpired not only of the war but for the past years correct? But answer my question, do you also not feel anger at the ones of the Holy Path who had slain your fellow men?"

w.a.n.g Ling"s question delivered a large blow on the Princ.i.p.al and it made him silent.

Seeing this made w.a.n.g Ling creased his brows as he asked once more, "Do you not feel anger!? Answer me!"

"Yes, I do! The number of deaths committed in the name of their so-called righteousness had been haunting the Devil Path pract.i.tioners for a very long time! I feel my anger rising when I think of the time when my fellow brothers lose their lives on the hands of the Holy Path, the anguish of losing them is something I cannot merely gloss over!" The princ.i.p.al answered honestly in the face of w.a.n.g Ling"s majestic overbearing aura.

The Grand Elders also reflected the emotions he was spouting that it made w.a.n.g Ling smile secretly. He cleared his throat and raised his right hand, "Your l.u.s.t for blood exudes out of your body as you recount the anguish held deep within your heart. Then, what do you wish to do? Do you wish to slit the throat of your enemies and make them suffer the pain you have suffered?"

Princ.i.p.al Zi raised his head and shouted aloud, "I do!"

Shaking his head, w.a.n.g Ling argued, "Sigh, it seems like you still only watch with a narrow view of the big picture, Little Zi, with such emotion you do not seem to wish to elevate the standing of the Devil Path but ground it to the ground."

At this point, the Grand Elders and Princ.i.p.al Zi snapped out of their own little world. They just realized what they have shown in front of the Great True Devil King and immediately bowed their heads in disgrace, "I—I…"

"Do not about such a display, what you say is indeed true after all. But if you wish to truly lead the people of the Devil Path to a better future then you need to bury the deep seethed rage that exists between your forces. You may not be able to fully bury it but you must to the world that you are prepared to create a better world with the Devil Path and embrace the differences that separate the two forces all this time."

Princ.i.p.al Zi stood up and stared at w.a.n.g Ling"s eyes showing from the slits of his mask, w.a.n.g Ling showed his sincerity and continued, "If you wish to create a world that welcomes the Devil Path then you must open up a path for the world to accept us. But in order for us to achieve that, you must throw away the pride that blocks you from accepting the one possible path we can take."

Princ.i.p.al Zi swallowed dry saliva and waited for w.a.n.g Ling"s words with bated breath. It took a while for w.a.n.g Ling to speak but eventually, he spoke up, "You need to make the first move and announce the world that you are willing to form an allegiance with the Heaven"s Will Academy."

"Impossible! Do you mean to say that we must throw bow our heads to the Heaven"s Will Academy in order for us to live? Living the life of a dog is much better than living a life where we have to prostrate ourselves in order for us to live. Keeping the Status Quo right now is much better."

A Grand Elder interjected. Many of the Grand Elders nodded their heads in agreement which w.a.n.g Ling responded with, "You have not been listening, aren"t you? I only speak of making an announcement not bowing your heads, I also speak of the fact that in order to achieve a new path one must destroy the preconceived path you stare with pride. If you do this, Heaven"s Will is going to have their guards up but at the same time, they will not be able to touch you. And also, this is just the first step to creating a truly safe world for the Devil Path the true reason why I want the Heaven"s Will Academy and the True Devil Academy to act as the spearhead in creating a new era of peace rather than calling other forces of the two factions holds a deeper meaning."

w.a.n.g Ling looked at the Grand Elders and waited for them to ask, "May we know what this is?"

"A Sect, I want to create a Sect that will let the two forces coexist as one. If the two factions exist in one form of power then those who wish to differ from the path we have set up will be seen as the ones who wish to see chaos, but if they join our cause then they will show a willingness to become our people."

"That is if we can actually form an alliance with the Heaven"s Will Academy." Princ.i.p.al Zi spoke up.

But w.a.n.g Ling was already prepared as he answered, "Do not worry, the Heaven"s Will Academy will be taken care of by none other than yourself, Princ.i.p.al Zi."

"By me? I do not have any means to make them submit to this plan, Devil King. Can you please tell me how I will be able to do just that?"

Wagging his fingers, w.a.n.g Ling said, "I cannot tell you right now because I am still unsure if you are willing to take this opportunity of creating an era of coexistence. What if you are actually planning to backstab me? We all just met, I still have to see your commitment."

Princ.i.p.al Zi did not hesitate to pierce his hands and have drops of his blood flow out as he said, "I vow to the Heavens and h.e.l.l that I shall create a path that will let the Devil Path flourish and end the conflict. If this man before me can show me a path to get to that goal and then betray his expectations, may the Divine might of the Divine Realms smite me for going against my oath."

Seeing their princ.i.p.al do such a thing prompted the remaining Grand Elders to take the oath as well causing w.a.n.g Ling to praise their commitment and dedication towards the future of the Devil Path.

"Admirable, now to ensure you all I shall swear in the name of the Devil G.o.d I shall pave a path for the Devil Path to flourish in the coming era. If I am lying may my Wings fall and my blood to drain."

w.a.n.g Ling did the oath and received the awe and reverence of the people present. It seems like their faith in him also greatly increased after seeing him take such an oath.

"Now, can sir Devil tell us what this method you mean?"

w.a.n.g Ling did not dally any longer and brought out a vial glowing with a golden light. The vial illuminated the room and caused the room and caused the Elders to jump in a sudden fright.

With a shaking voice Princ.i.p.al, Zi asked, "Tha—that blood, does that blood belong to a…"

"Hehe, at least you know of its origins. That is correct, this blood belongs to someone from the Holy Race, no, that is incorrect, this blood actually belongs to someone higher than the Holy Race."

The final card had been thrown and with this card, Princ.i.p.al Zi had a hint of faith that his words may actually come true.