The last demonic warrior fell. Taohua, excited, shouted, "What a thrilling battle! These guys are simply too tough to beat. I didn't even contribute much, and they're all gone. If only I'd sent more heavenly soldiers to stay. Qin Shao, you're just standing there complaining without doing anything!" Qin Shao gave him a withering look—how could it be that the demons were attacking their Chen family, yet everything was fine with them? Qingya put down her Thunder Pearl and smiled, "Qin Feng, our mission is complete. What are your plans now?" "Exactly! We haven't yet executed the tasks we've set—what if we move straight into the Crystal King's star, take out their stronghold?" Chen Jie suggested. "That way, Earth won't have to worry about further demonic invasions anymore. Since we're all still in good condition, shouldn't we set off right away?" He then scoffed, "Set off? After finally defeating the enemy, we're already rushing to retaliate? Are we really going to let them keep sending troops to attack us?" "Taochao brother was taken aback: 'The military strength of Jing Wang Star isn't already depleted? What's there to worry about?' After all, Jing Wang Star can't dispatch troops anymore—can't he seek aid from other magical domain planets? The magical race commands so many stellar domains. Honestly, it's exhausting talking to people with such low intelligence. He glanced toward the south and said, 'I have other matters to attend to. You all go ahead and enjoy yourselves. Goodbye.' With that, he took off on his flying sword, vanishing swiftly, leaving the three of them standing there, at a loss. In truth, they all had the same intention—heading toward Jing Wang Star—but only Qin Feng could operate the Stellar Shuttle. Without his approval, everything would fall through. Uncertain and slightly resigned, Old Lei Feng said, 'Well, we might as well clear up the battlefield.' 'I have other things to attend to,' Chen Jie said, 'I'm off.' This guy is not only effeminate but also has a strong sense of cleanliness—having him clean up the fallen magical warriors would be like asking him to die. 'I too have matters to attend to,' said the other, 'I "Qingya is a woman, so naturally she's not suited for such work. Of course, Mr. Qin isn't avoiding us out of mere convenience—he truly has important matters to attend to. Hovering just over a meter above the ground, he addressed the shrubbery before him: "Old friend, aren't you going to come out? Do you intend to emulate our humble Chinese people, who quietly preserve their achievements and fame?" "La-la, I'm not as remarkable as you think. I'm merely taking a moment to reflect on life," Mei Li said, stepping out with the same evening gown she'd been wearing, radiating an endless allure. Mr. Qin was momentarily stunned: "You also need to reflect on life?" "Why not?" Her eyes shimmered as she said, "All the magical beings who have fought on Earth—except me—have been wiped out by you. Either you keep me here, or send me back. Clearly, I'm an enemy of yours. You won't think I'm one of your own just because I've offered you one piece of intelligence. After all, forty thousand of my people died here, and I'm still alive—can you make sense of that?" He shrugged. "Hearing you say that, it does seem quite a complicated matter. Then, what do you intend to do?" "I don't know. Either way, it's a death sentence." She spoke with a quiet, melancholy tone. Had it not been for their repeated encounters, Qin Feng would have felt pity for her current vulnerable state. "If you provide me with more intelligence, I'll consider sparing your life," he said, stroking his chin. "Of course, you'll have to remain hidden on Earth, never seeing the sunlight again." Qin Shao was a rational man, but he wouldn't easily let her go—she would have to pay a price to survive. "Right now, I can vanish right here, don't you think? Why should I tell you any information at all?" The female demon queen smiled. "Then, you'll face relentless pursuit from the cultivation world," he replied with a deeply thoughtful smile. "And I'm quite willing to make a trip to the Crystal King's Star to inform them that you're still alive—while falsely accusing you of betraying your companions, which ultimately led to your great defeat." Mirel's large eyes widened in astonishment. "You truly are... quite base. Very well, then—I'd like to know how I can achieve a fresh start." "It all depends on the weight of the information you provide," he said cheerfully. Her proud head finally lowered, and it gave him a satisfying sense of conquest. Trivial matters, naturally, wouldn't interest Qin Shao. She would have to present something truly significant. After a few seconds of thought, she smiled. "There's one thing you're certain to find interesting," she said. "Is that so? Then go on." He maintained an expression of indifference, his right hand reaching into his coat pocket and already activating the recording function on his phone. Mei Li took a deep breath and said seriously, "There are members of the demonic race in the Heavenly Realm." "What? How could that be possible," he exclaimed, startled—this was no jest. The Heavenly Realm couldn't possibly tolerate the existence of demons within it; you must be lying. The female demon raised an eyebrow, "Not exactly demons themselves, but individuals who have been bought over by the demonic faction. Do you know why the Heavenly Court refused to send reinforcements before? It was precisely because of these individuals we've influenced, who consistently obstructed our efforts. It was precisely due to this resistance that we were able to launch our attacks on Earth with full confidence. As for why Lockter suffered such a decisive defeat—it was because he firmly believed the Heavenly Court would not intervene." Qin Feng grew even more astonished. There was indeed a certain logic to what she had just said. Though the Heavenly Realm was universally admired, no one could guarantee it was free from corruption. The female sorceress continued, "Moreover, among those who have been bribed, there are many high-ranking officials—some of whom have been collaborating with the demonic forces for a long time. Back in the days of the divine-demonic war, the demonic forces were severely weakened, and the heavenly realm actually had the opportunity to wipe us out entirely. Yet, why did they spare us? On the more optimistic view, it's attributed to the heavens' benevolence—though in truth, it was those individuals who negotiated on our behalf, securing a lifeline for the demonic lineage." "The matter is too significant. As a cultivator, I certainly don't have the right to interfere in the mess at the Celestial Court—better to listen to Master Lei Feng's advice. If things go poorly, it might well spark a new great upheaval. He said in a low voice, 'You can hide yourself somewhere, but you must be ready to answer at a moment's notice. Should it turn out that what you just said is entirely false, I will have no hesitation in killing you.' 'Rest assured,' she replied with serious determination, 'since it concerns life and death, I will never lie.' "