Poison Guy's POV ..

A million years ago, during the great war between the Heavens and the Demons, a baby boy was born to the sister of the Demon King, Kaveh ..

Before this child's arrival, his mother and her brother had been mere servants of the demon realm, subjected to relentless brutality .. They were whipped, tortured, and ultimately sacrificed, their souls offered to the goddess of dark aura as part of her cultivation ..

But when the goddess witnessed their pitiable state, she defied the demons' expectations .. Instead of using their souls to cultivate her power, she chose compassion , offering them freedom and hope .. Her act of rebellion cost her dearly—she died a mysterious and tragic death after she was punished and exiled to the mortal world , the circumstances of which remain shrouded in darkness.

Kaveh, deeply affected by her demise, ascended to the throne as Demon King. However, his love for the goddess was far from pure—it was an obsession. Driven by grief and vengeance, he vowed to avenge her, harboring a twisted devotion to her memory .. After 10,000 years of the goddess's death , Kaveh and his army was finally powerful .. And they started the war ...

They tried their best to win the war but the heavens had a new god of war with mysterious powers .. She was also no more than 10,000 years old .. She defeated the demon army ..

" Then after that you know about Aster's deal with Kaveh and her being framed and all .. " I said to her .. she nodded and sunk her teeth in her lips ...

When the baby boy was born amidst the chaos of war, the demon realm was on the brink of destruction .. The child was seen as an omen of doom, a harbinger of disaster .. Despite the despair that surrounded him, he was given the name Dexter ..

After the demons lost the war, Kaveh , shattered by defeat , abdicated his throne and placed Dexter in power .. In a surprising turn , Kaveh commanded the demons to abandon their old ways of darkness and instead embrace the path of divine cultivation ..

After at-least 9,000 years , Kaveh and all the powerful demon lords were sealed inside the nine abyss hell.. And it all felt like it was the new start of the Demon Relam .. A new king , new army , new lords , new way of cultivation ,everything ..

At the time when they were being sealed the demon god appeared and said that when it's time for Aster's reincarnation , a child will be born with the power of Red Ruby .. He just said this and disappeared .. He didn't even told what kind of power was that and how can one find that child ..

I glanced at her, wondering if she was still paying attention. Her face rested delicately on her palms, with her elbows propped on the table , and her eyes seemed far away, lost in thought.

A moment later, she blinked and realized I had stopped speaking .. Snapping back to the present , she looked at me with a hint of embarrassment and said softly , "Please, continue .."

I don't know why, but something about that innocence, that unguarded moment, made my heart warm .. I couldn't help but chuckle softly, unable to hide my fondness for her ..

Then I continued...

The new Demon King , Dexter, grew up under the harshest conditions imaginable .. From the moment he ascended to the throne , he bore the crushing responsibility of rebuilding an entire realm—a new world for his people ..

But deep down , he was still just a child , longing for the simplicity of a normal life .. He wanted to laugh , to play , to experience the joys of youth .. Yet , destiny had other plans for him ..

His people depended on him .. With no one to guide him , Dexter taught himself to cultivate and practiced martial arts with unrelenting discipline ..

He worked tirelessly , caring for his fellow demons , rebuilding their homes with his own hands , and doing whatever was necessary to ensure their survival .. While practicing his martial arts he accidently injured himself above his wrist and after it healed , Dexter craved it into a crescent moon shape symbolizing his loneliness ..

When he learned the method of divine cultivation , he shared it with his people , offering them a chance to rise above their circumstances ..

But it wasn't easy .. The demonic energy coursing through their veins made divine cultivation almost impossible .. It was as if fire and water were trying to coexist within the same vessel .. Many struggled, and many failed ..

And while Dexter gave his all , his efforts were met with resistance .. His people criticized him , doubted him , and even betrayed him .. He faced assassination attempts and poisonings from those he sought to protect .. He did everything in his power in hope that one day he would meet his mother and she would comfort him ..

These trials shaped him, hardening his heart and giving him a cold demeanor .. Yet , despite everything , he never stopped caring ..

The realm itself was a nightmare .. Harsh weather ravaged the land , food and water were scarce , sickness , and death was a constant shadow .. Theft and lawlessness added to the chaos .. Dexter endured it all , devoting 20,000 years to rebuilding his home .. Though the conditions were far from perfect, they were no longer hopeless ..

But the suffering never truly ended .. Dexter despised seeing his people in misery , hunted like animals by Taoist clans , demon hunters , and other enemies who saw them as abominations ..

Just like those vulnerable demons there was a little girl , a 5 year old orphan who was struggling to survive .. She was hunted by a few demons because her body had a pure Yang energy ..

Dexter saved her from those demons .. He took that orphan girl to the demon relam .. Since that girl was from a Chinese family he named her " Lingyue " ..

In the beginning , Dexter was cold and distant , treating her with the detached demeanor of a master teaching his disciple .. He imparted wisdom , taught her the basics of spiritual cultivation , and guided her through the challenges she faced ..

Lingyue also had a rough childhood full of watching assassination attempts , poisoning attempts etc .. She was not used to the living atmosphere there ..

But slowly her mischievous nature and genuine longing to belong in the demon kingdom softened the harsh edges of his personality over time .. She grew closer to the demons and found joy in their company , while her bond with Dexter deepened unexpectedly ..

The day she turned 7 years old , she surprised him by calling him " Dad ." The word struck a chord within him , stirring emotions he'd never known before .. Though he immediately scolded her , insisting she call him " Master ," the warmth in his heart betrayed his stern words ..

He had already begun to regard her as the daughter he never had .. The affection he tried so hard to suppress lingered in his every action , and though he refused to admit it openly , she had become his family , his only family ..

Then , one day , a mysterious immortal descended from the heavens , his presence like a beam of light piercing a sea of darkness .. The immortal claimed to have answers to Dexter's struggles .. But his words were laced with deceit .. He manipulated Dexter , planting seeds of hatred and vengeance in his heart ..

" The goddess is to blame ," the immortal whispered .. " She is the root of your suffering , the reason your people are hunted , your land is cursed , and your loved ones are trapped in the Nine Abyss Hell ."

The immortal spoke of Dexter's mother , uncle , and the other demon lords who were imprisoned in eternal torment ..

All Dexter ever wanted was nothing but love , trust , a person whom he could share everything .. But that was the only thing he never got .. You know –

" You may possess all the power in this world , but you can never have the one you love .. "

This was and this is the case with Dexter..

He was completely shattered by everyone around him .. He too wanted to go through mortal life tribulations , experience the richness of the mortal world , but he was stuck with his responsibilities .. He drowned himself into the study of poisons as a way to distract himself ..

He had no choice but to wait .. Wait until the right person arrives .. Wait until everything is over .. Wait until his sufferings are over .. He was broken .. But –

Dexter believed that .. –

" With time –

Broken bones will mend but ,

Broken heart will not heal ,

Learn to live with it .. "

"Pitiful Dexter ... " She murmured softly , her gaze fixed on the table , tears welling in her eyes ..

I sighed , lost in thought , wondering how to reveal the truth to her ..

" That Dexter ... is you ... , right ? " She asked , her voice trembling with hesitation ..

I smiled , offering her a small nod ..

" You're smart , " I said , my words warm with admiration ..

So you're Dexter !! .. { she says while nodding .. }

" I do have a lot of concerns and questions that I'll ask you after you finish .. "

I nodded ..

The immortal revealed that their freedom could only be achieved by harnessing the power of Recreation and Destruction , the mythical Red Ruby .. But unleashing its power would require an immense sacrifice—an energy so great it could only be gathered at the right moment ..

" Wait ," the immortal urged , "for the birth of Vespera and Vester .."

They are destined to endure the torment of three love calamities , would become the key to breaking the chains of the Nine Abyss Hell ..

Dexter believed these words , his heart filled with a mixture of hope and rage ..

And so , he waited , biding his time ..

The immortal lord took advantage of Dexter's situation and manipulated him .. Dexter and Lingyue started working for the immortal lord to make sure everyone in the demon relam is safe .. They were tired and lost .. The immortal lord used Lingyue for many assassinations and turned her into a servant .. At last Dexter confronted him and told him to let her go after the barrier is opened ..

But the immortal lord seemed to enjoy everything .. He enjoyed making everyone run around on his orders .. Dexter argued that Lingyue is not a demon and she should go to the place she belongs .. The mortal world .. After days of argument , the immortal lord agreed ...

When the moment arrived , Vespera and Vester descended into the mortal realm , Dexter knew it was his time to act .. He would reach out to the mortal Vespera , set his plan into motion , and reclaim the destiny that had been stolen from him and his people ..

You and Lingyue have ... suffered too much .. You don't deserve that .. { She said in a low voice and her eyes still staring at the table .. .. }

Yeah ... You both don't deserve that .. So did we too didn't deserve that !! { she argued to me and looked directly into my soul .. }

She was sad , upset , hearing all my sufferings , my reason to approach her , me being the reason to what she's suffering now ..

I gently cupped her cheeks in my hands , my thumbs brushing away the faint traces of her tears .. "I'm sorry for upsetting you," I murmured, my voice soft but filled with regret .. "I didn't mean to do that all shit .. But I was too desparate , forced to do that .. I promise, I won't bring it up again if it hurts you."

Seeing her like this shattered something inside me .. I hated it—hated the thought of being the cause of her sadness ..Not even for a moment could I bear to be the reason for her tears ..

She gave me a small , wavering smile, her fingers lightly pushing my hands away .. "No, no, I’m fine," she whispered , her voice steady yet tinged with lingering emotion. "Please, go on. It’s just… I got a little emotional, that’s all."

After I found you in the mortal world , I had no idea where to begin or how to even start .. The first time I appeared before you was during your deepest sorrow—grieving the loss of your mother ..

I couldn't comprehend what you were feeling .. How could I ? I had never experienced a mother's affection , nor did I understand the pain of losing someone I loved .. Yet , there you were , shattered , as you , your father and your brothers performed the final rites for your mother ..

When you retreated to your room to cry , that was when I appeared .. The moment was raw , and your emotions were a storm—grief , confusion , and suspicion all etched onto your face .. You didn't trust me , yet I had no time to waste ..

Without a word , I grabbed your hand and pulled you to the entrance of the Nine Abyss Hell ..

You tried your best to break through my grasp but it was too tight for you .. I admit that you were able to outsmart me in some martial arts movements , but they were of no use .. I had cultivation within me .. I cultivated for more than 29,020 years ..
" Open this ! " I commanded , my voice sharp and impatient .. Anger coursed through me then , uncontrollable and unrelenting ..

You looked at me, startled. " I don't know how ! " you protested ..

But I didn't care .. My desperation overshadowed your innocence .. I cast a vision spell , forcing you to witness your mother's last moments as she fought to protect the city's defense map .. The memory was too vivid , too raw ..

I knew that witnessing something that you don't want to . Or your loved one being killed in front of you and you're not able to do anything .. That would make your emotions out of control , your powers out of control .. That was what I wanted ..

Your eyes , hazel like honey , began to shimmer and shift into a glowing , ethereal blue .. I could see your emotions spiraling out of control , your powers responding to your turmoil .. Slowly , you lifted off the ground , and an intense , radiant energy began to form behind you ..

The wind howled around us , whipping sand into a frenzy in the barren desert .. Your hair flowed wildly , and the long sleeves of your dress danced with the storm .. Your hand extended outward as your magic began to form , raw and unrefined , yet breathtaking in its power ..

Then , in an instant , you unleashed it ..

The force of your magic surged toward me .. I spun through the air horizontally , narrowly dodging the blast ..

The spell struck the barrier instead , a formidable wall layered with thousands of protective seals .. To my astonishment , your power shattered two of those barriers—an unimaginable feat for someone who had yet to begin cultivating ..

But then , your energy dissipated , and with it , the storm .. As your fury subsided , you fell to your knees , trembling .. I watched as you tried to steady yourself , taking deep , shuddering breaths to calm the tempest within .. But it was futile .. Moments later , you broke into uncontrollable sobs ..

Seeing you like that , vulnerable and shattered , I felt a flicker of something I hadn't in years—doubt .. Yet my desperation drowned it out .. I knelt before you , grabbing your shoulders and shaking you ..
" Do it again ! " I screamed .. " I'll show you the vision again if I have to ! Bring them back ! Bring my people back ! "

Before I could act further, Lingyue appeared through the portal .. Her presence was like a blade cutting through my anger as she shoved me aside ..
" Master ! What are you doing ? You can't force her like this ! If you push her any further , she'll die of exhaustion ! "

Her words echoed in my mind , and I froze .. The weight of what I had done began to settle in .. Slowly , I stood up , unsteady and silent ...

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And this chapter ends here ..

This is also the first time ever I have written Poison guy a.k.a Dexter's POV .. His name is hot like him .. Haha

Stay tuned to see what happens next ..

Byeee

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