Western Territory, the Earth Light that glimmered for days has now vanished, plunging the entire land into a long night once again.
Tiny snowflakes drift down, breath emerging as white mist; early winter has arrived, and the weather has truly turned cold.
"It's time to go, are you reluctant?" Master Xu Kong turned around, glancing at his disciple.
A pale-faced young man spoke: "After all, it is the place where my blood spilled, where I learned all my skills, and it hasn't gone to waste. I've come to terms with my birthplace, Qiye State. I'll look a few more times before leaving."
He is Zhou Wubing, gazing upon the vast plain stretching under the night, gradually tinged faintly white by the falling snowflakes.
In this battle, he was covered in wounds, bathed in scorching Demon blood, and slew many foes, yet wounds remain that haven't fully healed.
The pair, master and disciple, departed quietly, hiding their skill and fame. Only those who briefly interacted with them on the battlefield witnessed them breaking through the Demon forces.
Master Xu said, "Let's go. Being unknown makes it easier to live longer."
There are many like them, coming and going swiftly, leaving no name behind, entering at crucial moments to partake in the great battle against the Demons.
At this time, the experts from various paths are also retreating in an orderly manner.
Shenshang Plain, the soil has turned more red, leaving behind much blood and souls, the few mountains have been leveled, and much of the forest has been razed to the ground.
In the days that followed, the leaders of various paths briefly conferred, and then the Three Great Dynasties and Extreme Great Sect sent logistical personnel to measure the Spirit Fields.
This time, Ye State advanced twenty thousand miles westward, gaining a large amount of fertile Fire Field.
Next spring, when the Fire Spring underground resurges, this place will be vastly developed.
"Old man, I can guard the home. I was originally just a house dog. Forced by life, I ventured deep into the plains back then but never harmed humans." A Dog Demon wagged its tail, introducing itself in front of a household in the town.
It has no choice. Without a good refuge, next spring, when Shenshang Plain's Spirit Fields are cultivated, it might be hunted as a Demon.
"I am Jade Fox, skilled in graceful dance, and mildly talented in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting..." A Fox Demon entered the city seeking "work," seeking protection, to fully integrate into Ye State.
Exotic Species at the edge of the Western Territory live in a rather awkward situation. The Human Clan resents them, believing they caused much harm in the past, while Demons disdain them, viewing them as traitors.
Many Demon Clan members active on Shenshang Plain are no longer fierce, becoming gifted in "song and dance," at the very least having "guarding skills."
Those a bit fiercer among the Demon Clan self-recommend to watch over sect gates.
Exotic Birds integrate best, primarily because Yewu World is vast and boundless, their flying ability highly valued by Humans.
...
Qin Ming stood in the wind and snow, glancing back one last time at Shenshang Plain, for he too must leave.
In his brief pause, many faces flashed before his eyes: Lu Zhenyi, Zhuo Ya, Zhao Ziyan, Jin Yuan, the master uncle of Meng Xinghai...
Among these fallen, are his friends, elders who cared and valued him, and even the old senior who once saved his life under Cao Qianqiu's command.
Unfortunately, they are forever left on this battlefield, gradually covered by snow and ice, never to be seen again.
In fact, many left silently, for anyone who battled Demons at the World's Edge Zone, did any not lose relatives or elders from their sect?
As they retreated from the Western Territory, many left in tears.
...
"Extra, extra! The battle at the World's Edge Zone has completely ended, the Demons have lost and will retreat from Shenshang Plain as agreed!"
"A great victory, a glorious triumph in the west, we not only crushed the Hunting Civilization but also drove the invading Demon Monster Civilization back to their lair, gaining many Fire Fields."
In Ye State, in each city, people cheered.
Although news of the Ancestor Master's great victory arrived days ago, until the Demons fully retreated, the situation remained uncertain.
Now, the dust has settled, the major events are decided, many took to the streets to celebrate.
Throughout Ye State, the oppression and gloom of recent days were swept away.
Under the long night, each city shines brightly, like pearls embedded on the boundless dark earth.
Many Ancestor Masters' names became well-known, sung and revered. In this battle, they were the undeniable protagonists, playing key roles.
Additionally, those who altered their life forms and stepped into the Divine Tao Domain, and those who transformed into Immortal Clan mysterious beings, their past found through history.
Past Tathagata from Newborn Road, the Leaf-named Pathfinder from Immortal Road, the silent old Ancestor Master from Esoteric Buddhism... all were remembered anew.
"Some strong ones whose origins remained unknown even to death; on that plain, many masters' remains were never recovered."
Undoubtedly, the newly risen generation shines incredibly bright, reported profusely by Nightly News, Daily News, World News. Many young and courageous figures emerge through words, blood-tinged silhouette images, coming into people's knowledge.
"What, Su Shiyun is dead, one of the top Immortal Seeds of Immortal Soil, the goddess I idolized, the goal of my life's pursuit, she was intercepted by Old Demon and forever remains on that blood-soaked land, how could this happen!"
Many lament the loss, claiming heaven envies beauty, as an Immortal Fairy level figure's fragrance extinguishes, jade shatters; otherwise, she would undoubtedly become an Extreme Ancestor Master.
"Tang Yutian of Esoteric Buddhism also died, a vital nurtured Divine Seed with endless potential, yet even his body was never completely reassembled."
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