Abyss Dominator System-Chapter 977 - 966: The 9 Great Demon Races

Outside the Demon Clan Royal Court, in a small tavern, the building on the ground is a nondescript tavern. On the planet where the Demon Clan Royal Court is located, such taverns number in the tens of thousands.

Yet, beneath this tavern lies a hidden and enormous space.

This is precisely the gathering place for the rulers of the nine most prestigious species within the Demon Race.

"The thoughts of the Demon Emperor are thus; I urge you to make a decision swiftly."

Although the Right Protector has already openly informed the nine Great Elders, secretly he still appears before these clan leaders, who are beneath only one and above millions in the Demon Tribe, to warn them.

"This time it is thanks to the Right Protector; otherwise, we would never have learned of such news."

The Demon King of the Eagle Demon Clan, with sharp eyes, was the first to speak with flattery.

"Yes, yes, thanks to the Right Protector as well. Please, Right Protector, continue to look after us in the future. A small token, not worthy of much, but I hope the Right Protector accepts it with a smile."

The Demon King of the Stone Demon Clan, with sturdy limbs, found the storage ring quite petite in his hand, yet it contained a considerable amount, enough to buy an entire solar system.

"Alright, I've said what I needed to say. You should quickly discuss this matter and then report back to the Demon Emperor."

The Right Protector, without changing his expression, pocketed the storage ring from the Stone Demon Clan Leader and, after a brief use of Divine Thought, kindly reminded them once more, clearly pleased with the contents of the ring.

"I shall leave now."

Yet, he did not tarry long here. After bidding farewell to each clan leader, he departed the underground space.

"We respectfully see off the Right Protector!"

The nine clan leaders of the Demon Race rose to send him off, and then gathered together, simultaneously falling into silence.

"Alright, let's discuss how many soldiers we plan to dispatch."

Among the nine species, the clan leader of the Serpent Clan sat in the main seat. Although their name includes the word "dragon," they are not actually part of the Dragon Clan, leaning more towards snakes.

Moreover, the Dragon Clan does not accept them, thus within the Demon Race, they became the species with the highest combat power, which is not necessarily bad.

"Sky Serpent Clan Chief, are you suggesting that you've decided to dispatch troops?"

The clan leader of the Fox Demon Clan, with a charming demeanor, made the other eight clan leaders present momentarily susceptible to allure, yet soon they regained clarity and squinted their eyes at the Serpent Clan Leader, Sky Serpent.

"So none of you want to send troops? Let our Serpent Clan handle it alone this time?"

The Sky Serpent Clan Chie smiled coldly, being more aware than the Demon Emperor of the true nature of those seated opposite him.

"That indeed won't do! Such an opportunity should not let the Sky Serpent Clan Chief take all the advantages alone!"

"We, the Fish Demon Clan, also want to dispatch troops!"

"That's right, we, the Ent Clan, also want to dispatch troops!"

With six species here—Serpent, Eagle Demon, Stone Demon, Fox Demon, Fish Demon, and Ent—they formed a firm faction advocating for war, whereas the remaining three species—Lion Demon, Ant Demon, and Demon—all exchanged glances, also finding affirmation in each other's eyes.

"We also intend to dispatch troops. The key, Sky Serpent Clan Chief, is how many we should send to be deemed suitable?"

If too few troops were dispatched, failure could lead to the Demon Emperor asking for accountability; too many troops would leave their home unguarded, and if the Demon Emperor were ruthless enough to seize their homeland directly, the outcome would be disastrous.

Although they were of the Demon Race, none were fools, and none wished to face such a predicament.

"This time, the Demon Emperor wants us to dispatch troops to deal with a fellow named Bai Yan and his five-million-strong army."

"From the intelligence gathered by the Demon Emperor and our informants, this army of five million soldiers roughly possesses the peak of Saint Realm strength, each practically having one foot in the door of Supreme Level!"

"Hence, regardless of the circumstances, we must defeat them, and accomplish it with flair! Thus, regaining the glory that belongs to us!"

The Heavenly Pride Clan Chief stood from his seat, coldly looking at the neighboring clan leaders.

"Shall each of our tribes send five million elite soldiers? With a bit of aid from the Demon Emperor's side, the potential combat-ready troops might exceed fifty million, no?"

"Each soldier paired with two supply soldiers, the estimate could exceed one hundred fifty million."

Originally, there were Ten Great Demon Kings within the Demon Race, which equated to ten clan leaders. Unfortunately, the Monkey Demon Clan was wiped out by Bai Yan, naturally leaving only nine.

These nine Demon Kings, or rather, nine clan leaders, looked weary indeed, indicating their lack of desire to dispatch troops.

"Alright, then five million elite troops per clan, plus ten million supply soldiers. You all have internal affairs not mentioned, so consider this an opportunity for good reorganization."

Ultimately, the Sky Serpent Demon King, sitting in the main seat, decided upon the matter, appearing unlike the other Demon Kings in despondency.

"Then as the Sky Serpent Demon King suggests, each clan shall send five million elite troops plus ten million supply soldiers. I will go prepare now."

"Yes, yes, let's agree on that, I'll go prepare too!"

Besides the Sky Serpent Demon King, the remaining eight Demon Kings feigned innocence and excused themselves from the underground space.

Once left alone, the Sky Serpent Demon King squinted his eyes, emanating waves of killing intent, akin to a venomous snake lurking in the grass, waiting to strike.

"Demon Emperor, it seems you've made up your mind. This balance of one Emperor and ten Kings has been maintained for a millennium. Since you intend to break this balance, let me add fuel to the flame!"

"The future state of the Demon Race hinges on whether you can thwart the alliance formed by our nine major clans!"

"Summon General Black Serpent!"

The Sky Serpent Demon King waved, summoning his trusted general.

"Demon King, you called for me."

General Black Serpent, towering over the Sky Serpent Demon King, clearly belonged among those who couldn't be at the Demon Emperor's side.

"Lead five million elite troops and add ten million supply soldiers, prepare to embark and surround Bai Yan. You lead, but do not command your own forces, understood?"

The Sky Serpent Demon King knew his confidant would grasp his intentions without needing to be explicit.

General Black Serpent's Phoenix Eyes subtly shifted, immediately comprehending his master's plans.

"Understood, Demon King. Look forward to my report."

"Very well, proceed." 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

The conversation between the Sky Serpent Demon King and General Black Serpent happened similarly in other clans, where they treated the Demon Emperor's order as a chance to eliminate rivals.

That day, the nine Great Demon Emperors each amassed five million elite troops and ten million supply soldiers, readying for the oncoming battle!