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Chapter 474 Preparing to Retreat (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

"This is nothing!"

Li Yunjing shook his head, pointed at the gibbon, and said, "I received news from the Ape King that there are nine fourth-tier demon kings in this world! If we encounter them, we're doomed."

"hiss……"

All six members of the "Yuanyang Dao Sect" gasped in shock.

"Besides the 'Crimson Flame Scorpion' we encountered earlier, are there any other fourth-tier demon kings?"

Zhu Yangzi finally processed the news and asked another question.

"Yes! That's why we're leaving! We were a bit rash in coming here!"

Li Yunjing nodded affirmatively. He tossed the "Azure Cloud Boat" into the air, where it suddenly transformed into a massive ship, thirty-three feet long.

"Let's go! Fellow Daoist Zhu Yangzi, you lead everyone onto the ship to rest! We'll cross the sea to find Senior Sister Ying!"

Li Yunjing looked at Zhu Yangzi and continued.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Yangzi nodded solemnly and immediately beckoned the disciples of the "Yuanyang Dao Sect" to board the ship.

Although everyone was seriously injured, they had no time to recover and jumped onto the "Azure Cloud Boat".

The gibbon hesitated for a moment, but finally jumped on after it, muttering, "Crossing the sea? You'd better think carefully. The seas of the 'Ancient Burial Realm of Immortals' are much more dangerous than the land..."

Li Yunjing stood at the bow of the boat, made a hand seal with one hand, and the "Azure Cloud Boat" immediately emitted a blue spiritual light and slowly rose into the air.

Standing on the deck, he turned to look at the gibbon and asked casually, "Oh? What dangers are there in the sea?"

"The sea is the territory of the 'Mysterious Netherworld Flood Dragon King,' a violent creature that loves to devour land-dwelling creatures."

The gibbon scratched its head and lowered its voice, saying, "Moreover, there are countless ferocious beasts in the sea, which are much more troublesome than the wolf packs on land."

"Oh! All you have to do is let us avoid the territory of the 'Mysterious Netherworld Flood Dragon King'!"

Li Yunjing raised an eyebrow, but still did not choose to take a detour. He continued to urge the "Azure Cloud Boat" to accelerate, transforming it into a streak of azure light and flying towards the distant sea.

Half a day later, the group had moved far away from the coast.

The azure sea stretches to the horizon, dotted with a few isolated islands.

After resting enough, Zhu Yangzi came up to the deck. Looking at the calm sea, his expression remained vigilant: "Fellow Daoist Li, which direction should we go next? How can we find Fellow Daoist Ying in this vast ocean?"

"Let's give it a try! I'll use the Divine Firmament Forging Heavenly Secrets Technique to continuously deduce the secrets of heaven and find the location of Senior Sister Ying and the 'Black Tortoise Army.' There shouldn't be any problem!"

Li Yunjing appeared very relaxed.

As his cultivation level improved, he became more and more adept at using the "Divine Firmament Forging Heavenly Secrets Technique".

In some mysterious way, he really was able to find his direction.

"Oh? I didn't expect Fellow Daoist Li to be proficient in 'Celestial Secrets Techniques' as well?"

Zhu Yangzi stared at Li Yunjing in shock.

This guy is amazing!

Those who are proficient in "divine secrets" are the most difficult to deal with. They can predict their own fortune and misfortune, and can also investigate the whereabouts of others.

Offending someone like that means you could be ambushed at any moment.

Li Yunjing's combat strength is so formidable that anyone who has made an enemy of him and whose whereabouts he has deduced are doomed.

At this moment, Zhu Yangzi secretly rejoiced that he had not completely offended this person.

Otherwise, I'll really have trouble sleeping and eating in the future.

After all, no one dares to have an enemy like Li Yunjing!
"Not bad! You've just scratched the surface; you still need to practice."

Li Yunjing said modestly.

The calm sea suddenly churned violently as soon as he finished speaking!
"careful!"

The gibbon leaped up suddenly, pointed into the distance, and exclaimed, "It's the patrol guard of the 'Mysterious Netherworld Flood Dragon King'!"

Suddenly, dozens of water columns appeared on the sea surface, each topped with a shrimp soldier or crab general wielding a trident.

Leading the pack was a gigantic turtle demon, its shell gleaming with a metallic sheen, clearly possessing a third-tier cultivation level!

"Another human? How dare they trespass into the Dragon King's Sea!"

The turtle demon spoke in human language, its voice rolling like muffled thunder.

"Speed ​​up and shake them off!"

Li Yunjing immediately transmitted his voice to Fu Chao in the driver's seat.

From the words of this giant tortoise king, Li Yunjing learned that it had seen humans before!
The cultivators who arrived in the "Ancient Burial Realm of Immortals" through the teleportation array were, apart from those from the "Divine Firmament Dao Sect" and the "Primordial Yang Dao Sect", some rogue cultivators and demonic cultivators.

The two sides were small in number and weak in strength.

They'll probably be pretty much dead by the time they reach the "Crimson Scorpion" level.

The remaining people are at most eight or ten experts.

According to Li Yunjing's speculation, it is highly likely that people from the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" entered the sea from another direction and came into contact with the monsters in the sea.

Li Yunjing had no interest in getting entangled with these sea monsters.

That "Xuanming Jiaowang" is also an extremely powerful fourth-order demon king, and may even be one of the top among the nine demon kings.

Such strength is something Li Yunjing simply cannot afford to provoke!

He just wanted to quickly rejoin the main force of the "Divine Firmament Dao Sect" so that everyone could return to the desert, find an opportunity to activate the teleportation array, and leave the "Ancient Burial Realm of Immortals".

"Roger that!"

Fu Chao was already extremely skilled at operating the "Azure Cloud Boat." In almost an instant, he stuffed in a lot of spirit stones. The "Azure Cloud Boat" roared loudly and transformed into a streak of light, shooting away.

It moved as fast as lightning.

The monsters had just emerged and hadn't even figured out what was happening when they suddenly vanished in a flash.

"Chase them! Capture them!"

The giant tortoise was furious and immediately issued a command.

Dozens of shrimp soldiers and crab generals immediately propelled the water jets, rushing towards the "Azure Cloud Boat" like sharp arrows.

On the sea, towering waves suddenly surged up like a tsunami, carrying these monsters as they relentlessly pursued the "Azure Cloud Boat" in the sky.

"Hmph! Someone who swims in the sea wants to catch up with someone who flies in the sky?"

Li Yunjing snorted coldly and casually slapped his palm downwards.

"Boom!"

One after another, "Gui Water Divine Thunder" exploded at the forefront of the storm.

Before the shrimp soldiers and crab generals could react, they were blown to pieces, and even the giant tortoise was seriously injured.

Li Yunjing's figure flashed, and he leaped directly out of the "Azure Cloud Boat". The "Yin Yang Five Elements Heavenly Evolution Sword" shot out, and the sword light was like a rainbow. In an instant, it cut the remaining shrimp demons in two.

Seeing this, Zhu Yangzi also unleashed his natal magic weapon, the "Yuan Yang Pearl." A blazing fireball exploded on the sea surface, blocking the giant tortoise's escape route.

The gibbon originally intended to hide in the back, but seeing that its side had a great advantage, it gritted its teeth and suddenly pulled a thin iron rod out of its ear.

The iron rod grew taller in the wind, and in the blink of an eye, it turned into an iron rod as thick as a bowl!
"Take my stick!"

It let out a strange cry and swung its iron rod at the turtle demon.

The turtle demon clearly hadn't expected the monkey to be so fast and to suddenly attack, so it hastily raised a seashell shield to block.

"boom!"

Amidst the deafening crash, the turtle demon was forced back dozens of feet, and spiderweb-like cracks appeared on its shell shield.

It was filled with shock and rage: "Long-armed Ape! How dare you betray the demon race?!"

"fart!"

The gibbon grinned: "What demon race? We land demons are not the same as your sea race!"

"boom!"

Before the giant tortoise could speak, Li Yunjing rushed forward and slashed down with his upgraded "Yin Yang Five Elements Heavenly Evolution Sword," severing the giant tortoise's head!

The entire patrol team was killed by Li Yunjing and his men before they could even last fifteen minutes.

"I didn't expect it to be this weak!"

Li Yunjing put away the giant tortoise's corpse and shook his head slightly.

To my great surprise, these monsters were pitifully weak.

Li Yunjing's words left Zhu Yangzi and the Long-Armed Ape looking at each other in bewilderment. Was this human speech?
If it were a one-on-one fight, even if these two fought the giant tortoise for three days and three nights, they might not be able to determine a winner!
Li Yunjing is just too perverted.

One sword strike was enough to kill the giant tortoise!
Li Yunjing's mindset is understandable.

Recently, the demon kings who have fought against Li Yunjing have all been top-tier beings, facing numerous crises. Unexpectedly, this time he encountered a "weakling" and defeated him in just a few rounds.

This surprised Li Yunjing.

Li Yunjing and his group returned to the "Azure Cloud Boat" and continued moving forward at full speed.

Having obtained useful information from the giant tortoise's mouth, Li Yunjing immediately began to deduce the location of Ying Qianqian and the "Xuanwu Army" in no time.

Following Li Yunjing's command, the "Qingyun Boat" constantly changed positions.

After sailing for a full day, they finally spotted the main force of the "Black Tortoise Army" on a small island. "It's Senior Sister Ying and the others!"

In the driver's cab, Fu Chao saw the "Xuanwu Army" flag fluttering on the island in the distance and shouted excitedly.

"Yes! We've finally met them!"

A hint of joy flashed in Li Yunjing's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

He maneuvered the "Azure Cloud Boat" to slowly land on the beach outside the island, without rushing closer.

Upon seeing the familiar "Azure Cloud Boat," the members of the "Black Tortoise Army" did not stop them.

A beam of light appeared in the center of the island.

Ying Qianqian, dressed in white, floated in gracefully, her face full of surprise: "Junior Brother Li! It really is you!"

"Yes!"

Li Yunjing put away the "Azure Cloud Boat" and led everyone out.

Ying Qianqian stood on the beach and saw Zhu Yangzi and the others behind Li Yunjing. A look of surprise flashed in her eyes, especially when she lingered on the gibbon for a moment.

"Fellow Daoist Zhu, you've arrived too."

After greeting Li Yunjing, Ying Qianqian looked at Zhu Yangzi with a smile.

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Ying!"

Zhu Yangzi gave a bitter smile: "It's a long story. The journey was fraught with danger, and we were only saved by Fellow Daoist Li. Otherwise, we would have been devoured by wolves long ago."

"Is such that……"

Li Yunjing briefly recounted his experiences over the past three months.

After listening, Ying Qianqian's expression turned serious: "I see! The situation here is not optimistic either."

As she spoke, Ying Qianqian pointed to the depths of the island and said, "'Xuanwu Army' has been resting here for five days. Along the way, they were chased by the sea creatures several times. Fortunately, they managed to shake off the sea creatures and settle down here."

Li Yunjing turned to look at Ying Qianqian and the members of the "Xuanwu Army" and said in a deep voice, "Right now, we need to formulate a plan as soon as possible to return to the desert, lure away the 'Crimson Flame Scorpion,' and then we can safely return to the teleportation array."

“The ‘Crimson Flame Scorpion’ is powerful; a direct confrontation is definitely not an option.”

Ying Qianqian frowned slightly, and after thinking for a moment, said, "Perhaps we can take advantage of its habits and set a trap."

Wang Zhan, the leader of the Xuanwu Army, stepped forward, clasped his hands, and said, "We have read in ancient books that the 'Crimson Flame Scorpion' is fond of 'Frosty Jade Marrow'. Perhaps we can use this to lure it away."

Wang Zhan continued to explain, "This demonic beast is covered in fire poison, and only things that are icy and cool can make it feel extremely comfortable, which is why it likes to eat spiritual objects with ice attributes."

"Ice Jade Marrow?"

A glint of light flashed in Li Yunjing's eyes as he asked, "Do you have this?"

"This item is precious, and we did not bring it with us."

Wang Zhan shook his head and said with a wry smile, "However, as far as I know, it may exist in the 'Frosty Valley' of the 'Ancient Burial Realm'."

“In that case, let’s split up. Wang Zhan, you lead the ‘Xuanwu Army’ to rest here and keep an eye on this gibbon.”

Li Yunjing pondered for a moment and said, "Senior Sister Ying and I will go to the 'Frost Valley' to search for the 'Frost Jade Marrow'."

"Let's not delay, let's set off now."

Ying Qianqian nodded and said.

"The Frozen Valley is the territory of the 'Ice Crystal Phoenix,' and that demon king is incredibly powerful. You have no chance of succeeding."

The gibbon suddenly spoke.

"Forehead……"

After hearing what the gibbon said, Li Yunjing and Ying Qianqian fell silent.

Unexpectedly, the South Pole of the "Ancient Burial Realm of Immortals" is actually the training ground of a fourth-order demon king.

How could they possibly compete for "Frosty Jade Marrow"?
We might as well go back to the desert and fight the "Crimson Scorpion"!
Li Yunjing frowned, his fingers unconsciously tapping the hilt of his sword. Suddenly, a glint flashed in his eyes: "Where are the experts among those rogue cultivators and demonic cultivators?"

The others' expressions changed, and they immediately understood that Li Yunjing was planning to use these rogue cultivators and demonic cultivators.

The ruthlessness of this plan is chilling!

However, everyone present pretended not to know and dared not utter a sound.

As the saying goes, I would rather die than let my fellow Taoist die!
At crucial moments, who cares about the thoughts of those demonic cultivators and rogue cultivators?

As for the demon king who came with them?
Li Yunjing has given up.

This demon territory is rich in resources and is a top-notch training ground. How could these demon kings possibly choose to go back?

Wouldn't that be stupid?
Therefore, Li Yunjing only set his sights on rogue cultivators and demonic cultivators.

"This one……"

Ying Qianqian looked troubled. After thinking for a moment, she said, "They're not easy to control, are they?"

"How will you know if you don't try?"

Li Yunjing's lips curled into a cold smile as he said to Ying Qianqian, "Senior Sister, I remember you are proficient in 'Heavenly Secrets Techniques.' I wonder if you can locate these people?"

"I'll give it a try!"

After a moment's thought, Ying Qianqian agreed.

If no one shares the burden, then your own people have to be the bait!
Is there any need to hesitate about making a choice?

"it is good!"

Li Yunjing made the final decision, "We'll stick to our original plan! However, this time, my senior sister and I will go and 'invite' someone!"

"Wang Zhan! You are in command here!"

Ying Qianqian acted decisively and immediately ordered, "Anyone who disobeys orders will be killed without mercy!"

Her phoenix eyes swept over the people of the "Yuanyang Dao Sect" and the long-armed ape present. Her voice was so cold that it filled everyone with fear.

Zhu Yangzi and the Tongbi Ape both knew that these words were meant for them.

They dared not show their dissatisfaction, and could only lower their heads, pretending not to understand what Ying Qianqian was saying.

Wang Zhan responded and took over the "Xuanwu Army," continuing to deploy troops on the island, concealing their movements, and remaining on high alert.

Li Yunjing and Ying Qianqian exchanged a glance, then transformed into streaks of light and disappeared from the spot.

Ten days later, in a swampy area in the southeastern part of the "Burial Immortal Ancient Realm".

"found it."

Ying Qianqian's eyes gleamed as she pointed into the depths of the swamp, "Three golden core auras, they should belong to the demonic cultivators Yin Sha Old Demon, Wang Qian, and Wang Kun!"

"Those three old devils know how to hide."

Li Yunjing sneered, "Senior sister, you've found them. Leave the rest to me. I'll take them down myself!"

Both sides have fought each other.

Even before Li Yunjing broke through his cultivation level, he easily subdued them. Now that his cultivation has reached the ninth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm, he is naturally full of confidence.

"Good! I'm just about to see what Junior Brother Li can do!"

Ying Qianqian chuckled softly, her eyes captivating, her smile so alluring it could topple cities.

This surprised Li Yunjing, as it was the first time he had ever seen Ying Qianqian with such charm.

Normally, this senior sister is always aloof, noble, and dignified, seemingly shrouded in mystery. This is the first time Li Yunjing has felt that Ying Qianqian is a woman!
"Yin Sha Old Demon! Wang Qian! Wang Qian! Come out and see me!"

However, business was of utmost importance, so Li Yunjing didn't have time to think further. He flew out and stood with his hands behind his back above the swamp, calling out softly.

His sound waves rolled out and resounded throughout the entire swamp.

"Li Yunjing?"

Upon hearing the sound, Yin Sha Lao Mo, Wang Qian, and Wang Kun were first startled, then stunned. They exchanged glances, and finally flew out of the swamp.

When the three men realized it was Li Yunjing, their expressions changed drastically, as they thought he had come to cause trouble.

"Don't worry! I'm not here to kill you! Here's what happened..."

Li Yunjing didn't waste any words with these people and directly explained the matter of returning to "Crossing the Mountains".

On the opposite side of Li Yunjing, Ying Qianqian had already taken her position, so even if Yin Sha Lao Mo, Wang Qian, and Wang Kun wanted to run away, they had no way out.

"Your Shenxiao Dao Sect is too ruthless! Are you trying to use us as cannon fodder?"

The three villains were treacherous and cunning. As soon as they heard Li Yunjing's words, they knew exactly what he was up to.
These three devils have done this kind of thing countless times!

"Heh! This is a matter you have no choice but to agree to! Do you want to stay in the world of demons and beasts? Do you think you can remain peaceful under the rule of the nine demon kings?"

Li Yunjing sneered and said, "Final ultimatum! If you do it, I, on behalf of the 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect,' will waive your teleportation fees!"

"you……"

The three demons looked extremely ugly, but Li Yunjing's power left them helpless!
If they had any chance of fighting back, they would fight that beast Li Yunjing to the death!

That bastard is awful!

The three of them looked back at Ying Qianqian, who was also a master of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect". With her attacked from both sides, the three of them had no other choice.

(End of this chapter)