# Chapter 1931: Each Harboring Their Own Schemes
"Big Brother, do you really want to cooperate with Luo Sha? She is full of tricks and schemes; cooperating with her is far too risky."
Inside the Nine Dragon Chariot, Feng Yan's face showed concern.
Xiang Chunan agreed, saying, "Big Brother, Luo Sha deceived me terribly. We absolutely cannot trust her. I think we should just attack directly and wipe out these Rakshasa."
He had been holding a grudge ever since being deceived by Luo Sha. Just seeing her filled him with anger.
Zhang Ruochen pondered for a moment, then said, "I have all of this figured out. The Divine Thought Evil Entity is not easy to deal with, and we don't know if there is only one. We can use the Rakshasa Clan's power to clear away some obstacles."
"Furthermore, the Rakshasa Clan is well-prepared. Forcing our way through would not be easy. If we fight the Rakshasa Clan to a mutual defeat, it will only benefit others."
News of treasures at the bottom of Life and Death Cliff had already spread widely. Those eyeing them were not limited to just their group and the Rakshasa Clan. They had to be on guard.
Starting a bloody battle with the Rakshasa Clan before collecting the Divine Stones and Divine Corpse would be very unwise.
Hearing this, Feng Yan nodded slightly, understanding the situation.
Only Xiang Chunan was still fuming, but since Zhang Ruochen and Feng Yan wouldn't let him act, he had no choice but to hold back for now.
Outside the Nine Dragon Chariot, that Lintao Realm powerhouse transmitted a message: "Princess, we don't need to cooperate with Zhang Ruochen and his group at all. Even without the Five Elements Earth, we can still deal with the Divine Thought Evil Entity using the Heavenly Gang Absolute Extermination Formation."
"Alternatively, we could eliminate Zhang Ruochen and his people and take the Five Elements Earth for ourselves."
Regarding their own strength, that Lintao Realm powerhouse was undoubtedly confident, having full certainty that they could deal with Zhang Ruochen and his group.
Luo Sha pondered briefly, then transmitted back: "Do not underestimate Zhang Ruochen and his people. They are not as easy to deal with as you imagine. This princess chose to cooperate with them for a reason."
"First, Zhang Ruochen and his group possess several Supreme Sacred Artifacts and the Five Elements Earth, which can be put to great use. Second, besides Zhang Ruochen, there are definitely other powerhouses who want to get their hands on the Divine Stones and Divine Corpse—like the Death Clan. Those fellows are probably hoping we fight Zhang Ruochen first so they can profit as the fisherman. How could this princess let them have their wish?"
"Don't rush. Once we deal with the Divine Thought Evil Entity, we will immediately activate our means to suppress Zhang Ruochen and his group. The Divine Stones and Divine Corpse will all be ours."
"Spear Demon, I will need you to work hard from now on."
A sharp light flashed in Spear Demon's eyes as he transmitted back: "Rest assured, Princess. Your subordinate will do his utmost to catch them all in one net."
He had great interest in suppressing Zhang Ruochen, the Heir of Time and Space. Success would surely make him famous across the realms.
After all, Zhang Ruochen had been in the spotlight recently, attracting a great deal of attention.
Before long, the Nine Dragon Chariot appeared outside that peculiar cave.
By now, anyone could clearly see that the cave was a snake's mouth, leading into the giant snake's body.
A Divine Snake had been buried at the bottom of Life and Death Cliff for who knows how many years. Its divine body was beginning to petrify, and the essence of its divinity had condensed into Divine Stones.
If many more years passed, the Divine Snake might completely merge with the earth and rocks, dissolving into the world.
"Zhang Ruochen, make your move." Luo Sha said.
Ever since the Divine Thought Evil Entity had been disturbed a few days ago, it had been entrenched in the blood pool. Anyone trying to enter and collect the Divine Stones and Divine Blood would immediately be attacked.
At first, some greedy individuals tried to take the risk and charge in, but not a single one escaped—all died inside the cave.
Zhang Ruochen stepped out of the Nine Dragon Chariot, followed by Feng Yan, Xiang Chunan, and Pei Yutian. Only Ji Fanxin remained inside the chariot.
Xiang Chunan glared angrily at Luo Sha, holding the Metal Demon Crown in his hand, itching to strike her with it.
Feng Yan placed a hand on Xiang Chunan's shoulder, afraid he might act recklessly and ruin Zhang Ruochen's plans.
Pei Yutian remained silent, holding his Stone Knife. When the time came, he would not hesitate to go on a killing spree, wanting to see how many Rakshasa cultivators could withstand his blade.
After refining the Eon Sacred Medicine, his physique had greatly improved, now comparable to a Sub-Perfect Physique. With the Stone Knife in hand and his current cultivation, even against a Daoyu Realm powerhouse, he might be able to fight.
Of course, by using the Stone Knife to communicate with the Northern Domain's Heavenly Origin, he could draw upon even greater power. However, Pei Yutian's cultivation was not yet strong enough; each time he drew upon it, he paid a heavy price.
Unless it was a life-or-death crisis, he would certainly not activate the Northern Domain's Heavenly Origin.
Standing before the blood pool, Zhang Ruochen first took out the Azure Heaven Floating Tower, letting it hover around him, before taking out the box containing the Five Elements Earth.
The Rakshasa Clan could not be trusted, so he naturally had to be cautious.
"Bang."
The blood pool stirred as the serpent-shaped Divine Thought Evil Entity flew out, emitting an extremely sinister and terrifying aura.
It was formed from divine thought, having survived for countless ages without being extinguished. It loved to devour the flesh and blood of living beings and was most sensitive to the aura of life.
"I didn't bring much Five Elements Earth, so its deterrent power might be insufficient. Luo Sha, have your people act to restrain the Divine Thought Evil Entity so I can use the Five Elements Earth to suppress it." Zhang Ruochen said.
Hearing this, Luo Sha's mind raced quickly, and she said to the Spear Demon beside her, "Make your move."
Although Spear Demon didn't want to help Zhang Ruochen, he couldn't disobey Luo Sha's order. He shouted, "Form the formation."
Immediately, the other thirty-five princes began to move, releasing powerful evil and baleful auras, all converging onto Spear Demon.
One could clearly sense Spear Demon's aura rising steadily, even his body size expanding.
A red light flew out from between Spear Demon's brows, transforming into a crimson long spear shaped like a red dragon, with blazing red flames burning.
"Monarch War Artifact."
A strange light flashed in Zhang Ruochen's eyes, showing slight surprise.
Possessing a Monarch War Artifact, was Spear Demon really just a Third-Class Prince?
Unless this Monarch War Artifact didn't truly belong to Spear Demon, but was only temporarily in his possession.
Regardless, with the Monarch War Artifact in hand and empowered by the battle formation, Spear Demon's strength had multiplied.
"Roar."
The serpent-shaped Divine Thought Evil Entity roared, instantly locking onto Spear Demon as its target.
The stronger the living being, the greater its attraction to the Divine Thought Evil Entity.
"Shua."
The serpent-shaped Divine Thought Evil Entity swung its tail, striking fiercely at Spear Demon.
"Fight."
Spear Demon growled low, thrusting the crimson long spear with incredible speed, faintly revealing a dragon shadow.
"Bang."
Spear Demon was knocked backward, both arms trembling and numb, the crimson long spear nearly slipping from his grasp.
"He actually blocked a strike from the Divine Thought Evil Entity head-on. Such formidable power." Surprise appeared in Feng Yan's eyes.
Few Lintao Realm powerhouses could face the Divine Thought Evil Entity so directly.
Feng Yan couldn't help but feel some concern. The Rakshasa Clan being so strong was not good for them.
A fierce light appeared in Spear Demon's eyes as he took the initiative to attack the Divine Thought Evil Entity, showing no fear.
However, the Divine Thought Evil Entity was no pushover. Its power was terrifying, repeatedly driving Spear Demon back and nearly severely injuring him.
"Zhang Ruochen, why aren't you acting?"
Luo Sha's eyes turned cold.
Just as she spoke, Zhang Ruochen had already made his move, using Space Displacement to instantly appear above the Divine Thought Evil Entity's head.
At that moment, the Divine Thought Evil Entity was focused entirely on attacking Spear Demon and didn't notice his movements.
The box opened, and a clump of Five Elements Earth flew out, only slightly larger than a fist—truly a pitifully small amount.
However, despite the small quantity, the sacred aura it emitted was extremely rich, specializing in countering yin and evil forces.
"Slap."
The Five Elements Earth landed precisely on the Divine Thought Evil Entity's head, emitting a faint five-colored divine light that instantly enveloped it.
The Divine Thought Evil Entity's movements immediately stalled, its powerful energy nearly ceasing to function.
"Collect."
Without hesitation, Zhang Ruochen activated the Qiankun Realm.
A powerful suction force appeared, grabbing the Divine Thought Evil Entity. Before it could struggle, it was pulled into the Qiankun Realm in one swift motion.
A tiny clump of Five Elements Earth could not completely seal the Divine Thought Evil Entity permanently.
Without other means to suppress it, it would break free in no time.
If he couldn't suppress the Divine Thought Evil Entity, he might still be able to take the Divine Stones, but the Divine Corpse would remain unmovable.
As soon as the Divine Thought Evil Entity was pulled into the Qiankun Realm, the Sky-Connecting Divine Tree immediately released strands of divine power, completely sealing it.
"Let this seat devour it. This is a good thing; purifying it directly would be too wasteful." Inside the Qiankun Realm, the Evil Spirit said with great excitement.
Since the Evil Spirit had already spoken, Zhang Ruochen naturally wouldn't refuse.
Compared to direct purification, letting the Evil Spirit devour it was indeed more valuable.
With the Sky-Connecting Divine Tree suppressing it, the Divine Thought Evil Entity could no longer cause trouble and could only let the Evil Spirit consume it.
"Shua."
The moment the Divine Thought Evil Entity was suppressed, Luo Sha made her move, trying to seize the Divine Stones.
Using spatial techniques, the rock at the top shattered instantly. All eleven Divine Stones fell off and flew straight toward Luo Sha.
"Hmph."
Zhang Ruochen snorted coldly, also employing spatial techniques.
The two spatial forces collided, freezing the eleven Divine Stones in midair.
"I knew the Rakshasa Clan couldn't be trusted. Luo Sha, die!"
Xiang Chunan let out a great roar and immediately launched the Metal Demon Crown.
He had been holding back for a long time. Now that he could finally act, he naturally wanted to settle accounts with Luo Sha immediately.
"How dare you!"
Spear Demon shouted coldly, redirecting his crimson long spear to strike at the Metal Demon Crown.
"Bang."
Demonic aura spread from the Metal Demon Crown as it released Supreme Power, but Spear Demon still knocked it away with a single spear thrust, failing to attack Luo Sha as intended.
After all, the Metal Demon Crown had no artifact spirit, so its unleashed power was quite limited.
In contrast, the crimson long spear was complete, its artifact spirit perfectly coordinating with Spear Demon. Combined with Spear Demon's profound cultivation, the power it unleashed surpassed even the Metal Demon Crown.
"Kill!"
Pei Yutian's eyes blazed with killing intent as he swung his blade.
Strange patterns appeared on the surface of the Stone Knife, identical to the mountains and rivers of the Northern Domain. A vast power of Heaven and Earth was drawn forth, slashing toward Spear Demon.
"Rumble."
Nine dragon souls pulled the Golden Step Dragon Chariot, charging like an invincible war chariot toward Spear Demon.
With Ji Fanxin's cultivation and strength, she could push the Golden Step Dragon Chariot's power to its limits.
After this seclusion, Ji Fanxin's martial cultivation had reached the Daoyu Realm. With her Primordial Illumination Divine Lotus body and her profound mastery of the Way of Truth, even without using her spiritual power, few below the Great Saint realm could threaten her.
It could be said that among cultivators below the Great Saint realm, Ji Fanxin was one of the very few that Zhang Ruochen couldn't see through.