People were so impressed by what Yang Qi had just done that they felt like prostrating themselves in admiration. After all, his quick victory seemed to indicate that he was actually stronger than Grand Emperor Ragefire Broilheaven, which by implication meant that he would soon be the new league-lord.

“Demon League?” Yang Qi said, staring down at Grand Emperor Bloodsworn Bat. “Since when was that a thing?”

In response to Yang Qi’s question, one of the old-timers stepped forward and said, “Emissary of Radiance and Light, the Demon League is an alliance of immortal worlds inhabited by demons. They didn't want to join the Dao Defense League, so they set up their own alliance. While our members are mostly human, theirs are mostly demons.”

“Ah, so that’s how it is.” Looking coldly at Grand Emperor Bloodsworn Bat, Yang Qi said, “Well, the Dao Defense League is responsible for the universal fortune of the immortal worlds. And what right do you demons have to declare independence?...