Chapter 242: The Extremely Disappointed Demon Race!
To prevent any unforeseen events and uphold the natural order of the Heavenly Dao, Ancestor Hongjun would never return the Chaos Bell to the Demon race.
Perhaps if Donghuang Taiyi personally came to request it from Ancestor Hongjun, there might be a slim chance since he was the original owner. However, if any other member of the Demon race came to request it, Ancestor Hongjun would definitely refuse.
After all, who knows what ulterior motives these demons might harbor? The Chaos Bell possesses immense power, and if it were to fall into the hands of the wrong demon and used for evil, it would be a great misdeed.
Although the Demon race appears to be on the verge of collapse, they have not yet fully declined. Moreover, with the revival of a Demon Emperor, they can temporarily unite under his leadership.
However, if the Chaos Bell were to fall into their hands, the situation could change drastically. After all, such protection could still suppress the fortunes of the Demon race.
Nevertheless, Ancestor Hongjun's answer left the Demon race in despair. The treasure they had long considered their race's supreme relic had finally appeared, but they had no means of reclaiming it.
Lu Ya: "Is this really okay? Wouldn't it be too much trouble for Ancestor Hongjun? Why not let our Demon race keep it?"
Bai Ze: "Ancestor Hongjun has no use for this treasure, so he might as well let us demons take care of it!"
Tathagata: "Ancestor Hongjun has already answered you personally. There's no need to say more. Regardless, this outcome is already the best for you!"
Nuwa: "Ancestor Hongjun isn't deliberately withholding the Chaos Bell from you just because it's an Innate Supreme Treasure. He has his reasons!"
Tongtian Jiaozhu: "I advise you to stop talking so much. Ancestor Hongjun has considered far more than you. He doesn't care about such treasures. If there were no reasons, he certainly wouldn't have taken this treasure. If you keep insisting, you might annoy him and even anger him, which would not be worth the risk!"
The continuous reminders from several saints finally made some of the Demon race's top figures feel worried and fearful. After all, they were facing the most powerful being in the Primodial World.
If Ancestor Hongjun were to get angry, not only would they fail to get the Chaos Bell, but they might also face severe consequences. Realizing the gravity of the situation, they decided it was best not to continue the discussion.
Di Jun: "Thank you, Ancestor Hongjun, for your guidance. Since the Chaos Bell is in your possession, it's probably best if such a treasure does not reappear."
With Emperor Jun saying this, it signaled the Demon race had truly given up on the treasure. However, Ancestor Hongjun didn't even glance at the Demon race; he wasn't concerned about any trouble they could stir up.
Although the Demon race had given up, they still felt a sense of loss. But when facing the most powerful saint, they had no other choice.
Before hearing Ancestor Hongjun's refusal, Lu Ya had actually believed that with the Weapon List being revealed, Ancestor Hongjun might reward them with something to protect themselves. After all, they had previously received similar rewards.
Weapon List Ranking, 6th Place: Azure Edge Sword (Innate Supreme Treasure) Owner: Tongtian Jiaozhu
This sword can cleave through chaos and split open the primordial void. Its power is immense!
The Azure Edge Sword is Tongtian Jiaozhu's personal sword, but he rarely uses it. That's because, in addition to this sword, the Grandmaster also possesses another set of four swords—the Immortal Slaying Swords.
When combined, the power of the Immortal Slaying Swords far surpasses that of the Azure Edge Sword. While the Azure Edge Sword is strong, it pales in comparison to the ferocity of the Immortal Slaying Swords.
Guangchengzi: "Though the Azure Edge Sword is not weak and ranks so high, Tongtian Jiaozhu hardly uses it. The Immortal Slaying Swords are far stronger!"
Guanyin Bodhisattva: "With the Immortal Slaying Swords in hand, there's little chance the Azure Edge Sword will be used!"
Many in the Primodial World know that Tongtian Jiaozhu is an exceptional swordsman, and his collection of sword treasures is vast. However, very few know that he possesses the Azure Edge Sword.
Now that the Weapon List has revealed it, no one could have expected it to rank so high.
Even as people discussed the Azure Edge Sword, their knowledge of it remained limited. Only a handful of ancient powerhouses were truly familiar with it.
Tongtian Jiaozhu has kept this sword concealed for so long, which likely means that in his heart, the Immortal Slaying Swords hold the most importance.
Ancestor Minghe: "You may not know much, but the Azure Edge Sword is not to be underestimated. While it may not match the combined power of the Immortal Slaying Swords, no individual Immortal Slaying Sword can compare to it!"
Because so few are familiar with the sword, few cultivators truly understand its significance.
Sun Wukong: "Even though I don't know this sword, its high ranking proves its might. No matter what, it's definitely stronger than my Ruyi Jingu Bang!"
Erlang Shen: "Which weapon on this list isn't better than your Ruyi Jingu Bang? You dare compare that broken stick to the Azure Edge Sword?"
Bull Demon King: "This treasure is so obscure. If it weren't for this ranking, who knows how many more years it would take to be recognized—or if it would ever be!"
Though the Azure Edge Sword lacks fame, it remains the personal weapon of Tongtian Jiaozhu. Its high ranking on the Weapon List indicates that it holds great power.
Everyone agreed with the ranking, as the list has shown no errors so far, indicating this result is credible.
Sun Wukong: "But no matter how powerful it is, it's useless if it's never used. In Tongtian Jiaozhu's hands, it seems a bit wasted!"
Taiyi Zhenren: "It will be used when necessary. A saint's actions are purposeful. With so many treasures in hand, if there's no suitable occasion, why would he use it?"
Ancestor Minghe: "That may not be the case. Perhaps he simply finds the Azure Edge Sword less comfortable to use compared to his other treasures, or its power isn't as great, so he leaves it aside."
The appearance of the Azure Edge Sword may be a rare occurrence, but given its high ranking, it remains a focal point of attention for many.