From a loser to an immortal sage

Chapter 436 The Agreement is Initially Formed, But Trouble Begins

The moment I signed, the huge weight on my heart finally lifted, sending ripples of joy through my soul.

An indescribable sense of ease spread through me, like the warm sun melting the winter snow, making even breathing feel lighter.

I could even feel the corners of my mouth uncontrollably turning up, and the smile almost overflowing from my eyes.

Peace, this hard-won peace, is finally in my hands at this moment.

The atmosphere in the venue also subtly changed as a result.

The two sides, who had just been at loggerheads, quietly breathed a sigh of relief, and their tense shoulders relaxed.

I even saw a few demon elders with slight smiles on their faces, a mixture of relief at surviving a catastrophe and anticipation for a peaceful future.

However, this joy was fleeting, so brief it was heartbreaking.

Wen Chen suddenly gripped my hand tightly, so tightly that my knuckles ached slightly.

I looked up at him in confusion, but was startled by the sudden paleness on his face.

It was an almost transparent paleness, as if all the color of blood had faded in an instant.

"Xiao Yao...be careful..." His voice trembled, like a leaf shivering in the cold wind, each word carrying an indescribable tension and fear.

Before I could react, a chilling unease shot from the soles of my feet straight to the top of my head.

The atmosphere around them suddenly became heavy, like the suffocating calm before a storm.

"What's going on?" The Wind Demon King's voice was deep and majestic, with a slight, almost imperceptible tremor.

His sharp gaze swept across the entire room, as if he wanted to uncover the conspiracy hidden in the shadows.

At this moment, a demon guard hurriedly ran to the Wind Demon King's side and whispered a few words in his ear.

The Wind Demon King's face instantly turned ashen, his eyes burning with fury.

"Outrageous!" He slammed his hand on the table, making the teacups jump. "Who is spreading rumors!"

Rumors? What rumors? My heart sank, and an ominous premonition welled up inside me.

"Demon Lord, the Immortal Clan is cunning! This peace agreement is nothing but a delaying tactic! They want to lull us into a false sense of security and then wipe us out when we're off guard!" A demon elder stood up indignantly, his voice filled with anger and fear, like a bomb exploding in the hall.

My mind went blank.

How could this be?

How could the peace agreement we finally reached turn into a conspiracy by the immortals?

I looked at Mo Yan; his brows were furrowed, and his face was filled with anxiety and helplessness.

I know he believes in us and in the sincerity of this peace agreement, but now he is speechless because he cannot explain this sudden rumor.

"Immortal Li, what do you mean by this!" Fairy Zhao's angry voice broke the silence of the hall.

She pointed at Li Xianren standing in the crowd, her eyes flashing with anger, "How dare you spread rumors behind my back and disrupt the peace between the immortal and demon races!"

Li Xianren sneered, a hint of disdain on his face. "I'm just stating the facts. The demons are cunning and treacherous; who knows what they're plotting? This peace agreement is nothing but a smokescreen to deceive us!"

"You're talking nonsense!" I couldn't help but retort. "Our Immortal Clan genuinely desires peace. This agreement was discussed and repeatedly confirmed by both sides. How could it be a conspiracy!"

"Hmph, who knows what you're up to!" Immortal Li said sarcastically. "Maybe you've already planned this all along, waiting for us to lower our guard before launching an attack!"

His words were like poisonous needles, piercing my heart.

I felt that all my efforts and contributions were completely negated at this moment.

Elder Sun also stepped forward, his face filled with hesitation and unease. "Xiao Yao, I think we should reconsider this agreement. The situation is too complicated right now. What if the demons really are up to something...?"

Before he could finish speaking, Wen Chen interrupted him, "Elder Sun, are you questioning our judgment? We have carefully analyzed the pros and cons, and peace is the best option at present!"

"But..." Elder Sun wanted to say something, but was stopped by a sharp look from Wen Chen.

"Enough!" The Wind Demon King's voice rang out again, tinged with suppressed anger. "I will investigate this matter thoroughly! Until the truth comes out, no one is allowed to spread rumors!"

His gaze fell on me, with a hint of inquiry and suspicion.

I felt myself struggling to breathe, and a nameless fear gripped my heart.

Could he have believed those rumors too?

“Xiao Yao,” the Wind Demon King’s voice was low and slow, each word striking my heart like a heavy hammer, “I want you to give me an explanation.”

The Wind Demon King's eyes were like two icicles, piercing my entire body and sending chills down my spine.

I took a deep breath and tried to keep myself calm.

"Demon Lord, I swear on my life that this agreement is absolutely free of any conspiracy! Our Immortal Clan truly desires peace!" My voice trembled slightly, but it was filled with unwavering determination.

"Your life as collateral?" Immortal Li scoffed. "Who knows how much your life is worth! You might just be a spy sent by the Immortal Clan to mislead us!"

His words were like a sharp sword, piercing my heart.

I clenched my fists so tightly that my nails dug deep into my flesh, bringing a sharp pain.

I struggled to control my anger and said, word by word, "Immortal Li, please watch your words! I, Xiao Yao, have always acted uprightly and am by no means a spy!"

"Whether or not we're spies isn't for you to decide!" Immortal Li pressed on, "What evidence do you have to prove that the Immortal Clan genuinely wants peace? Perhaps this agreement is a trap you've set, just waiting for us to fall into it!"

I feel like my lungs are about to explode with anger.

This Master Li is simply incomprehensible!

He doesn't want peace at all; he only wants to start a war!

"Enough!" Wen Chen's voice was as cold as frost, carrying an undeniable air of authority. "Immortal Li, what are your true intentions in repeatedly provoking me?"

Li Xianren was so intimidated by Wen Chen's aura that he dared not speak for a moment.

His face flushed red, and his eyes flashed with a venomous light, like a poisonous snake ready to launch a fatal attack at any moment.

I took a deep breath and tried to calm myself down.

Now is not the time to act impulsively. I must find a way to prove our innocence and safeguard this hard-won peace.

“Demon Lord,” I turned to the Wind Demon King, my tone sincere, “I know you have doubts, but please believe me, our Immortal Clan has absolutely no ill intentions! This agreement is a decision we made after careful consideration; it represents our desire for peace and our expectations for the future!”

The Wind Demon King remained silent, his eyes deep and complex, making him unfathomable.

I know he's still hesitating and weighing his options.

“Demon Lord, we can prove our sincerity!” I said firmly. “We can open the Immortal Clan’s territory so that the Demon Clan’s envoys can come and visit, and witness our Immortal Clan’s sincerity firsthand!”

My words caused an uproar in the room.

Opening up territory is a huge adventure!

If the demons truly harbor ill intentions, the consequences would be unimaginable!

"Xiao Yao, have you gone mad!" Elder Sun exclaimed. "How could you make such a dangerous suggestion!"

I turned to Elder Sun, my eyes filled with determination. "Elder Sun, I know this is dangerous, but we must do it! Only in this way can we dispel the Demon Lord's doubts and allow the dawn of peace to truly shine upon the land!"

Wen Chen held my hand; his hand was warm and strong, giving me immense strength.

He looked at me.

“I believe you,” he said softly.

I gave him a firm look in return.

The Wind Demon King's gaze swept back and forth between me and Wen Chen.

“Very well!” He finally spoke, his voice deep and powerful. “I accept your proposal! I will send an envoy to the Immortal Clan's territory. If you truly desire peace as you claim, then we will continue to uphold the agreement! But if…”

He didn't finish his sentence, but the threat he implied was obvious.

I took a deep breath, my heart filled with pressure.

I know this is just the first step in a long journey, and the road ahead is long, full of challenges and unknowns.

"Your Majesty, please rest assured," I said firmly, "we will definitely prove our sincerity!"

Suddenly, a demon guard rushed into the hall, knelt before the Wind Demon King, and said urgently, "Reporting to the Demon Lord, we have discovered a group of suspicious people outside the city, they..."

Before the guard could finish speaking, a commotion suddenly broke out outside the hall.

Immediately afterwards, a shrill voice rang out from the heavens: "The demons have betrayed their promise and are attempting to launch a sneak attack on the immortals! Everyone, run!"

“This…” My heart sank, and an ominous premonition arose spontaneously.