Yuantian Pidao

Chapter 288 The Timing is On My Side
In Leshan County, around Pingdingshan, demons gather.

This place is the gateway from Leshan County to Qing Teng Mountain. It is located near the Pingding River and has the advantage of water resources. It is precisely because of this that the main force of the demons chose to enter Leshan County from here. After all, the most powerful demon race among the demons is the Crocodile Demon Clan, who are naturally close to water.

Attacking from this location would maximize their combat power. Originally, they didn't care much about these demons, since their overall strength was much greater than that of human cultivators. However, due to their previous encounter, Crocodile Abyss personally gave the order to adjust the battle situation.

As the relatively weaker party, the human cultivators could only follow suit, mobilizing their forces to converge on Pingdingshan, hoping to hold back the demon army there.

Today, after two months of fierce fighting, both sides have amassed a large number of troops in the Pingdingshan area, and a decisive battle is on the horizon.

"This awful weather, with its endless rain..."

On the flat-topped mountain, a cultivator looked up at the sky and couldn't help but sigh.

Since human cultivators began to gather in the Pingdingshan area, the weather here has become increasingly strange. At first, it was probably fine, with only occasional showers every now and then, but now it has turned into continuous rain, to the point that the water level of the Pingdingjiang River has risen considerably.

The crocodile demon clan is a water-based demon, and with such favorable timing, their momentum is naturally even stronger.

Upon hearing this, many cultivators on Pingding Mountain turned their gazes into the distance, their eyes filled with worry.

From their vantage point, they could clearly see the general outline of the demon camp. After such a long period of gathering, the demonic energy there had almost materialized, and they could feel the undisguised malice from afar, as if demons were roaring.

Even ordinary cultivators could sense the approaching crisis, and the high-ranking cultivators among the human race were no exception. At this moment, the high-ranking cultivators from Leshan County, Qingyuan County, and Changfeng County had gathered together, with Chang Jin, the prefect of Leshan County, leading the group.

The leader of Qingyuan County was Fu Ling Sanren, the Grand Elder of the Taiping Sect, while the leader of Changfeng County was Du Zhong. Although Du Zhong was far inferior in terms of cultivation, he represented the Yanqiu lineage, which was barely acceptable. After all, in Changfeng County, the Yanqiu lineage was the undisputed leader, and other families were subordinate to the Yanqiu lineage.

"Fellow Daoist Fu Ling, what exactly is your sect leader's plan? If this continues, I'm afraid we really won't be able to hold on any longer."

Making no attempt to conceal his worry, Prefect Chang Jin turned his gaze to Fu Ling Sanren.

Knowing the disparity in strength between them and the enemy, he originally disagreed with fighting the demons in the Pingdingshan area. His original idea was to break up the enemy into smaller groups, block them step by step, and use Leshan County as the battlefield to hold back the demon army as much as possible while waiting for the imperial court's support. However, Jiang Chen's sword strike subdued him, which led to the current situation.

However, seeing that the timing was not right and the demon army was about to be formed, he couldn't help but feel a little anxious.

Upon hearing this, Fu Ling Sanren glanced at Chang Jin.

Chang Jin was not tall and had dark skin. He did not look particularly noble, but there was a resolute look in his eyes and brows, as if he had experienced a lot of hardships. He had a high opinion of this prefect.

"I don't know the sect leader's specific plans either. We should just proceed according to the original plan."

Calm and composed, Fu Ling Sanren showed no sign of urgency compared to Chang Jin, confident in his ability to win the battle.

Of course, his confidence did not come from the cultivators from the three prefectures, but from Jiang Chen, the sect leader. After staying in the Taiping Sect for a period of time, he fully experienced Jiang Chen's methods and became more convinced that Jiang Chen was a Dao Foundation Old Monster who had transcended the mortal world.

In this great battle, although the human cultivators are fighting fiercely with the demons, the final outcome actually depends on the strength of their Dao Foundations. Compared to the great demon Crocodile Abyss, he has more confidence in Jiang Chen.

Seeing Fu Ling Sanren like this, Chang Jin was a little angry, but he couldn't say anything. After all, the Taiping Daoist was indeed terrifyingly strong. For a moment, he could only turn his gaze to Du Zhong.

"I also think it's best to stick to the original plan."

Meeting Chang Jin's gaze, Du Zhong immediately made his stance clear. He had received orders from Jiang Chen before coming, and everything was to be done with the Taiping Sect in mind. Seeing this, Chang Jin lost all hope and fell silent for a moment.

Looking at Chang Jin like this, Fu Ling Sanren let out a sigh.

“Fellow Daoist Chang, there is no need to be anxious. Our sect leader has his reasons for doing this. Moreover, most of the disciples of our Taiping Sect are gathered here. It is impossible for us to destroy our foundation.”

Setting down his teacup, Fu Ling Sanren offered a comforting remark.

Hearing this, Chang Jin took a deep look at Fu Ling Sanren and, sensing Fu Ling Sanren's sincerity, finally nodded silently.

Meanwhile, in the demon camp on the Pingding River, the black water flowed, and Crocodile Abyss silently sensed the changes in the celestial phenomena.

"The timing is right for me."

A mysterious force gathered, and the continuous rain was reflected in his eyes, filling Crocodile Abyss with joy.

The changing weather and continuous rain are actually a good thing for it. In fact, the weather in the Pingdingshan area today is seven parts due to the weather and three parts due to it. Although it does not have the ability to produce rain, it spares no effort to generate water vapor and increase the intensity of the rain after sensing the opportunity, which is why we have the weather today.

"Taiping Daoist, I'd like to see what you're going to do this time."

Looking through the rain towards Pingdingshan, E Yuan's face was filled with a grim expression.

It has now basically confirmed Jiang Chen's identity. In fact, it has fought with Jiang Chen several times during this period. Each time, the two fought for a while and then dispersed. Neither of them could do anything to the other. However, as its military formation took shape, Jiang Chen stopped making moves.

"I will kill you this time."

His murderous intent surged, and the Crocodile Abyss stirred the river, further amplifying the changes in the celestial phenomena.

By now, its power has been nearly accumulated. Soon, it will be able to use the power of the military formation, seize the opportune moment, stir up a monstrous wave, go against the current, sweep across Pingdingshan, and completely break through the human cultivators' defenses.

When that time comes, if Jiang Chen doesn't want to see all the human cultivators wiped out, he will inevitably have to take action.

While Crocodile Abyss was preparing for the final battle, on the other side, Jiang Chen, transformed into a mist dragon, silently activated his spiritual techniques.

By aligning with the timing of the weather and orchestrating the clouds and rain, the changes in the celestial phenomena around Pingdingshan during this period were deliberately orchestrated by him. While the rising water vapor certainly benefited Crocodile Abyss, its effect on him was even greater.

"The water level of the Pingdingjiang River has risen, and the air is filled with moisture. It's about time."

A glint of inspiration appeared in Jiang Chen's eyes as he silently observed the flow of energy in the world.

"It's time to deal with the demonic scourge."

With a sudden thought, Jiang Chen turned his gaze to the huge dark cloud behind him, which he had woven with the help of the weather during this period.

The next instant, the dragon's body swam away, and Jiang Chen's figure disappeared.

(End of this chapter)