Such a spine-chilling sight.
Not only was it witnessed by everyone present in the sacrificial grounds, but even those far beyond the island of Crane Observation could see it.
Touched by the icy aura, the Thunder Bird's initial anger subsided, and a faint semblance of reason returned.
It had just begun to raise its head, but the moment it met the blood-red eye, an overwhelming gravity forcefully slammed it to the ground.
The exceptionally powerful pressure made the air thick and viscous.
Pinned tightly to the ground, which had been indented beneath it, the Thunder Bird could even hear the sound of its internal bones and organs groaning under the pressure.
Pain surged through its entire body in an instant, causing it to let out a piercing shriek.
It had fought for so long without incident, at most suffering minor wing injuries from the Earth Spiders.
Now, its opponent hadn't even made a significant move, yet it had suffered far worse damage than before.
The Thunder Bird was momentarily stunned, unable to comprehend the situation.
Approaching the fallen bird, Luocheng looked down at the massive Thunder Bird.
The demon beast that had been so arrogant just moments ago was now in a sorry state, its purple eyes filled with a mix of anger and fury as they glared at him.
"Will you become my Familiar?"
Luocheng, oblivious to the scene he had created, directly made his request.
Meeting his gaze, the Thunder Bird was once again consumed by a surge of intense rage.
It couldn't defeat him, true, but it would never submit, even in the face of death.
Sensing its resolute stance, Luocheng felt a tinge of regret.
But then again, these creatures, having transcended ordinary life and nearing divinity, were not as fearful of death.
Even torture methods were largely useless, unable to shake their spirit and resolve.
Fortunately, Luocheng had a backup plan.
"Although I had an inkling of this outcome, it's still a bit of a pity."
With that lament, he tore open a rift, pulling A'lu out from among the numerous, grinning eyes filled with amusement.
The innocent young boy, upon seeing the battered and miserable Thunder Bird, panicked and struggled to get closer.
"Kapachili, what happened to you?"
Seeing the boy with his clear, melodious voice once again, the Thunder Bird's eyes softened slightly, and its sharp, piercing cry became gentler, as if comforting him.
It had traversed countless lands, flown over snow-capped mountains, and crossed vast oceans, all to find a voice that could move it.
And finally, it had found its ideal voice on this remote island far out at sea.
Even now, the Thunder Bird vividly remembered their first encounter.
It was a day of raging storms, yet amidst the storm-ridden forest, a young boy sang fearlessly.
The proud Thunder Bird, captivated by the boy's pure voice, silently landed beside him and asked, "What an interesting melody. You, a mere human child, are not afraid of thunder and storms?"
The boy answered with unblemished clarity, "The adults in my tribe say that children like me can calm the thunder and turn the storm into sweet rain."
The Thunder Bird let out a proud cry for a while, but said nothing more, for it was truly a beautiful and enchanting voice.
This was the first meeting between the young boy, destined for a sacrificial offering, and the Thunder Bird, an existence of immense disparity.
Later, the boy gave it a new name.
Kapachili!
The proud Thunder Bird didn't agree, but it didn't refuse either.
That day, the low rumble of the storm finally pierced through, the clear voice tore apart the dark clouds in the sky, bringing a small ray of light to it.
"I'll ask again, will you become my Familiar?"
Memories were interrupted by the cruel and terrifying demon before them.
Luocheng, coldly overlooking the Thunder Bird that had fallen to earth, squeezed A'lu's neck, applying a slight amount of force.
This time, it wasn't a question, but an order.
Fury ignited in the Thunder Bird's eyes, its piercing cry almost as if it wished to pierce the heart of the person before it.
But... it couldn't.
The demon in the guise of a young boy was too powerful, they were not beings from the same dimension.
Locking eyes with the purple eyes that pulsed with leaping arcs of lightning, Luocheng slowly increased the pressure on his hand.
A mere ordinary boy could not resist.
A'lu felt everything around him blur, his respected Kapachili, the one he was willing to offer his life to as a sacrifice, was becoming increasingly blurry, his mind went blank.
Is this what death feels like?
"I'm sorry, I couldn't be sacrificed to you..."
Before he could finish the sentence, the boy passed out.
Noticing A'lu's face turning crimson, his eyes bulging slightly, his throat making a "wheeze" of struggle, the Thunder Bird thrashed wildly.
However, under the crushing weight of absolute power, all its efforts were in vain.
The small life before it was slipping away, moment by moment.
Watching helplessly, the proud nature of the Thunder Bird gradually subsided, its cries turning mournful.
Finally, it lowered its head, which had remained held high even after its fall to earth.
Seeing the Thunder Bird fully submit, its mournful cry resonating in the air, Luocheng released his grip on A'lu's neck and tossed the unconscious boy to the Thunder Bird.
"A wise choice."
【You used threats and a villainous demeanor to successfully subjugate the Thunder Bird to your will】
【You know that it's not willingly submitting, and it might be the first to ruthlessly strike back if you fall from grace, but you don't care】
【You're not a good person, and you know it】
【But what does it matter? As long as the outcome meets your expectations】
【You name the Thunder Bird Kapachili, after A'lu's chosen name】
【With the final demon beast subjugated, you take complete control of the entire Crane Observation Island】
【The Jorogumo hails you as the Demon Lord, and you receive recognition from all demons, your reputation soaring】
【However, the people of the Crane Observation tribe live in constant fear, attempting to escape from the island every now and then, but due to the white fog that surrounds it, few succeed】
【You don't stop them, but instead issue your first decree】
【From this day forward, daylight belongs to humanity, and night belongs to demons, with the boundary being the time of the Demon's Arrival】
【Congratulations】
【Your role-playing simulation has significantly increased】
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