Yu Ke’wei insisted that she was truly working for everyone’s benefit.
For the next month and a half, she led over 3,628 demon beasts of fourth tier and above, setting up spirit gathering arrays throughout Yuliu City.
As she set up each spirit gathering array, she would simultaneously cast the [Sweet Rain Technique] to irrigate the spirit plants, and explain the key points of array formation.
For every spirit gathering array, she went through this entire process each time she set one up.
As she continued to set up more arrays, fewer people began to ask questions.
By the end, all the demons obediently followed Yu Ke’wei, listening attentively.
As she completed her rounds of Yuliu City, not only the fourth-tier demons who had transformed, but even the lower-tier demon beasts that had not transformed, would listen for a period before returning to their lairs under Yu Ke’wei’s command.
Even the stubborn Lei Peng King had become obedient to Yu Ke’wei.
If any other demons had witnessed this scene, they would have been terrified.
However, the majority of fourth-tier and above demons within a radius of thirty thousand li had all come to Yuliu City.
Even the nominal main city of this sea domain, Jùní City, had no fourth-tier and above demons stationed there.
The first batch of demons who recognized Yu Ke’wei as their leader, under her command, had lured all the fourth-tier and above demons in this sea domain over.
Now, more than half of the fourth-tier and above demons in the entire sea domain had become Yu Ke’wei’s subordinates.
In total, there were 22 sixth-tier Demon Kings, 173 fifth-tier Demon Kings, and 3,433 fourth-tier Great Demons.
There might be over a thousand fourth-tier demons outside Yuliu City, but in front of her vast army, they were like mere dust, easily annihilated.
Furthermore, with fifth and sixth-tier Demon Kings managing them, those fourth-tier Great Demons could only be reduced to being Yu Ke’wei’s subordinates.
Without anyone realizing it, Yu Ke’wei had become the true City Lord of Yuliu City, and the true King of the Jùní Sea Domain!
The lectures she gave were pleasant and informative,
But not every demon could listen freely.
Initially, when she planted the potted plants, she used the [Great Brightness Buddhist Scripture] to power the [Sweet Rain Technique].
This phase was truly without any issues, merely accelerating the growth and maturation of the spirit plants.
However, once all the attending demons had become accustomed to the aura of the [Great Brightness Buddhist Scripture], the main course was served.
While explaining the key points of the arrays, Yu Ke’wei used the [Great Brightness Buddhist Scripture] to power the secret technique [Purification Demon Sound].
Although some demons initially found it strange, even feeling agitated and repulsed,
Seeing that other demons were listening intently, they endured their discomfort and continued to listen.
And thus, they were naturally converted by Yu Ke’wei.
Besides the secret technique [Purification Demon Sound], Yu Ke’wei also possessed her innate divine ability as the Yùmù Flower Vine.
That was a divine ability, a spell one level higher than a secret technique,
Theoretically, the highest quality spell that could be used on the Taiyuan Continent.
Her divine ability’s name was very simple and direct—[Temptation].
When the Yùmù Flower Vine reached the sixth grade spirit plant, the small white flowers it bloomed emitted an aroma that had the effect of tempting living beings.
If it remained in its spirit plant state, this tempting aroma could lure some wild beasts and demon beasts into the Yùmù Flower Vine’s growth area, where they would slowly become intoxicated by the scent.
In this state, the Yùmù Flower Vine could silently bind and kill the demon beasts, then drag them beneath its roots to absorb them as nourishment.
The Yùmù Flower Vine was not poisonous, but it had its own unique growth strategy.
When Yu Ke’wei combined the [Temptation] divine ability with [Purification Demon Sound], it formed this subtle and silent effect,
Converting all the demon beasts without them realizing it.
Even Lei Peng King, who was filled with hostility towards Yu Ke’wei, could not escape.
And this was merely the second step of her plan.
Of course, the demons from other islands were an unexpected bonus.
Her original plan was limited to Yuliu Island.
Later, she also consciously avoided expanding her influence, keeping the range of converted demons within thirty thousand li of the sea.
For further regions, she had to proceed gradually.
“Alright, we have now finished explaining the spirit gathering arrays. Those who are not from Yuliu Island should return to their respective islands and set up the spirit gathering arrays as much as possible,
To bring benefits to our vast demon brethren.”
“Thank you, City Lord Yu, for your benevolence.”
Thousands of demons thanking her simultaneously was quite imposing, making even Yuliu City tremble, causing Yu Ke’wei to feel a slight sense of elation.
“When everyone returns, continue living your lives as before. I won’t summon you unless there’s an emergency.
You can also come to me if you have something, whether I help you or not will depend on my mood.”
“We will certainly not disappoint City Lord Yu.”
Another collective response.
Then, over two thousand demons formed teams and left directly.
This was the terrifying power of the [Great Brightness Buddhist Scripture] combined with [Purification Demon Sound].
Although these demons had all been converted, and had even recognized Yu Ke’wei as their master, they still retained their original wills and personalities.
They were still complete demons, merely acknowledging an additional master.
There was no trace of their thoughts being changed by brainwashing!
Even if a ninth-tier Demon Emperor were to investigate, they would appear perfectly normal!
This was the most terrifying aspect.
I have brainwashed you, yet you willingly accept it!
And actively defend me.
Even Yang Hong did not know about this, as he never had the chance to use it.
However, even if Yang Hong were to use the [Great Brightness Buddhist Scripture] to power [Purification Demon Sound], the effect would not be as good as when Yu Ke’wei used it.
After all, she had the enhancement of her innate divine ability.
Even so, Yu Ke’wei did not relax.
Next, she planted her vine branches in the center of the spirit gathering arrays spread throughout the city.
She was a vine; even a small segment could split and grow.
These vines could be considered her offspring, or extensions of her body.
In any case, they could be controlled by her, serving as the best helpers in battle.
The cautious Yu Ke’wei also disguised these branches, making them all parasitize the spirit plants she had previously planted.
And with the concerted effort of Yuliu City’s demons under Yu Ke’wei’s direction, they soon bloomed.
For a time, the entire Yuliu City was filled with the fragrance of jasmine.
This entire process took another two months,
And only then was her third step of the plan successful.
Next was to wait for the Golden-Winged Great Peng Ancestor from Myriad Demon Island to arrive.
When Yu Ke’wei had completely converted Lei Peng King, he voluntarily confessed that he had sent people to Myriad Demon Island, and also informed Yu Ke’wei of the approximate arrival time of the Golden Peng Ancestor.
After completing these three steps, Yu Ke’wei was confident that she could deceive the Golden Peng Ancestor.
Now, she only had to wait for the Golden Peng Ancestor’s arrival, observe his attitude, and then decide whether to fight or flee.
With Lei Peng King, the traitor, escaping would not be a major issue.
“Perfect, I am so smart, I am so perfect!”
After inspecting all her arrangements, Yu Ke’wei flew in mid-air, laughing proudly.
“City Lord, you are the most perfect demon I have ever seen. There is no demon more perfect than you.”
Behind her, the horse demon king named Ma Zida immediately offered flattery.
“City Lord, you are not yet perfect; you still have many arrays to learn.”
Lei Peng King, seeing his position threatened, quickly advised Yu Ke’wei from the opposite direction.
“Lei Peng King is right, I still have much to learn.
I will leave the management of Yuliu City to Lei Peng King, as I am going to study formations.”
“Thank you for your trust, City Lord.”
Hearing Yu Ke’wei’s arrangement, Lei Peng King smiled, shot a glance at Ma Zida, and turned to fly down from the City Lord’s mansion.