Although Luken was over five hundred years old, he still appeared middle-aged and in his prime, suggesting a lifespan of around a thousand years—something many would envy.0

Luken sighed and said, "Fellow Daoist, you're correct. Despite our long lifespans, few of us live to see a full life. Many without backing are captured or killed early on, and even those with backgrounds are often treated as commodities with clear price tags."1

Li Yuanjiao nodded in understanding, thinking to himself, It seems that most of these demon generals are quite aware of their circumstances, yet they remain powerless to change their situation.0

Luken smiled and continued politely, "When I was still uncivilized, I cultivated alongside other deers in the Mushroom Forest Plain. Azure Pond Sect had just been established at that time, and the Yuan Family had only been based there for a few...0