Sole Sword Supremacy-Chapter 525 - 529: Persuading the Mirage Dragon

"You’re headed to the Netherworld Abyss, not Mirage Island. Why are you panicking?"

After a brief silence, Wang Junze showed an indifferent expression and calmly said, "With so many Saints fighting in the Netherworld Abyss, no matter who wins or loses, it will attract everyone’s attention. Don’t worry, no one will be paying attention here."

After finishing his words, Wang Junze didn’t care whether the Mirage Dragon agreed or not, he immediately stepped towards the Mirage Forest.

Annoyed, the Mirage Dragon circled in the sky but ultimately did not stop him, only followed Wang Junze back to the Mirage Forest.

Of course, Wang Junze was not as composed as he appeared.

At least three Demon Kings were headed to the Netherworld Abyss, along with the Night Spirit Demon Venerable... Such a lineup was already intimidating just to hear about.

Although it wouldn’t be so bad if Qu Lishang was at his peak, now he’s far from fully recovered, and the dangers involved go without saying.

However, in such a Saint Battle, Wang Junze really couldn’t help at all, so instead of worrying blindly, he might as well focus on doing his own thing.

"Netherworld City is already in chaos, but the Netherworld Mansion has intervened to suppress the unrest for now. Pei Haoran doesn’t have enough strength to act rashly; now he can only wait for us to return."

The Maiden of the Sea approached Wang Junze and said softly, "Yang Hong and Huang Siyu’s injuries have mostly healed, they should awaken in one or two hours at most. But, as I’ve said before... With our current strength, it’s still not enough to take down the Netherworld Mansion!"

"Don’t look at me, it has nothing to do with me!"

Noticing Wang Junze’s gaze falling on him, the Mirage Dragon jumped like a startled cat, shrank back, and shook his head like a rattle, directly refusing.

"If we lose, before dying, we’ll certainly sell you out."

Glancing at the Mirage Dragon irritably, Wang Junze said disdainfully, "On the other hand, if we win, we’ll definitely tear down your den!"

"???"

Hearing Wang Junze’s words, the Mirage Dragon was instantly enraged, roaring as if he was about to clash with Wang Junze.

"You’ve already got no way out."

Shrugging his shoulders, Wang Junze said somewhat shamelessly, "Join us in entering Netherworld City, win this battle, and the Nether Sea will be ours. At that time, I’ll decide that the Demon Race can enter Netherworld City to trade with the Human Race, or even reside there!"

"You currently don’t have much status among the Demon Race, but as long as you help us win this battle... all demons in Netherworld City will be under your control."

A moment’s hesitation, and the Mirage Dragon’s expression turned somewhat doubtful.

Wang Junze’s carrot-and-stick strategy was indeed very effective for the Mirage Dragon.

The most crucial point was that after such a long time of contact, the Mirage Dragon was very clear about what kind of person Wang Junze was, for him, Wang Junze was just like a friend.

This kind of person who dares to treat the Demon Race as friends is actually rare in the Nether Sea.

Were it not for this, the Mirage Dragon wouldn’t allow Wang Junze and his companions to settle freely on Mirage Island.

"The Maiden of the Sea said it already, our strength alone isn’t enough to take down the Netherworld Mansion."

After a pause, the Mirage Dragon’s gaze fell on Wang Junze and continued, "Your state is also strange, I suspect you could die at any moment."

"I won’t die, but for now... I really can’t help."

After a moment’s silence, Wang Junze slowly opened his mouth, "This time I’ve come to find you, hoping you can use Mirage Qi to conceal me, preferably so no one discovers my injury."

It’s impossible for Wang Junze to not appear, and from a certain perspective, Wang Junze should be a flagbearer, but if discovered, Wang Junze has suffered severe injuries and is unable to continue fighting, not only would it be difficult to rally the people, but it might also provoke those demon cultivators from the Netherworld Mansion to attack Wang Junze, causing great danger.

If he can persuade the Mirage Dragon, not only can it protect him, but it can also use Mirage Qi to conceal his injuries, undoubtedly bringing great benefits.

"I can help, but... why should I believe you can win?"

Looking at Wang Junze, the Mirage Dragon spoke again, "If you lose, I won’t even have a chance to escape in Netherworld City."

Pausing for a moment, the Mirage Dragon couldn’t help but say again, "How about you stay here for now and wait for news? If Li Shang Sword Venerable really wins, it’s not too late to return to Netherworld City then."

Waiting for Qu Lishang and Night Spirit Demon Venerable to finish their battle in the Netherworld Abyss is naturally the safest way, providing room to maneuver whether they win or lose.

"It’s too late!"

Shaking his head, Wang Junze calmly replied, "The current battle in the Netherworld Abyss has captured everyone’s attention in the Nether Sea already. If you wait until it’s over and Li Shang Sword Venerable wins, all demon cultivators in Netherworld City will flee in fear, and when we make a move, all we’ll have left is an empty city!"

Demon cultivators gather in the Nether Sea because its environment is suitable for their cultivation, it doesn’t mean they must stay in the Nether Sea.

Once the Night Spirit Demon Venerable loses, due to their fear of Qu Lishang and the Profound Moon Sword Sect and Xuankong Temple, these demon cultivators will certainly flee. Bringing them together again later will be too difficult.

What Wang Junze wants is a complete Nether Sea, not an empty city!

Thus, the only strategy is to crush the Netherworld Mansion before this battle concludes, thereby unifying the other demon cultivators and making them believe that regardless of the outcome of the Netherworld Abyss battle, their interests won’t be affected! 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

Moreover, if Qu Lishang wins, they will have opportunities to gain even greater benefits, making the Nether Sea a better place for them.

Only Wang Junze can possibly accomplish this.

Upon hearing this, not only the Mirage Dragon, but even the Maiden of the Sea fell silent.

At this moment, she saw tremendous ambition in Wang Junze.

Yet in her impression, Wang Junze shouldn’t be someone who craves power. What exactly happened during his last venture to the Capital City that changed him so much?

"Then let’s fight!"

Raising her head, the Maiden of the Sea earnestly said, "Not all the demon cultivators in Netherworld City are loyal to the Netherworld Mansion. If we can divide them in advance, perhaps we can gain some demon cultivators’ help, of course... it will require great sacrifices in interests!"

Demon cultivators are more profit-driven, and as long as sufficient benefits are given, there is a chance to utilize them.

"First, borrow from the Four Seas Commerce Association, and once the Netherworld Mansion is taken down... it will be enough to repay the losses of the Four Seas Commerce Association."

Wang Junze replied solemnly, "Contact Pei Haoran, it’d be best if he could make a trip to Mirage Island!"

"Alright!"