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Chapter 693 I'm Back, The Current State of the Alliance (Seeking Monthly Tickets, Two Chapters Combined)

"Thank you, senior!"

Li Yunjing, Zhao Qi, Su Muqing, and Ye Wuhen expressed their gratitude repeatedly.

This "Taiyin Talisman" can kill a True Monarch at the Nascent Soul stage; it's practically a nuclear-level weapon of mass destruction!
With this talisman, the four of them now had the confidence to confront top-tier figures.

"Alright! You can leave now!"

The Taoist nun gave Li Yunjing a deep look, then waved her hand, and the world spun around, and Li Yunjing and his companions appeared outside "Lingyuan Island".

Looking at the island, now shrouded in thick fog again, Li Yunjing and his companions felt as if they were in a dream.

"Brother Li, it's time for me to leave too!"

After a long while, everyone calmed down, and Ye Wuhen looked at Li Yunjing and said in a low voice.

"Ok?"

Li Yunjing was taken aback, then asked, "Brother Ye, are you going back?"

"Not bad!"

Ye Wuhen nodded. "After returning to the East Sea, I contacted some of my former subordinates. Although my teacher was severely injured, he survived and is currently recuperating at the sect! In addition, with the 'Taiyin Talisman,' I am no longer afraid of my competitors. I want to go back and take back what I lost!"

Ye Wuhen's gaze was firm, and a sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

"Gentlemen, I don't know when we will meet again after this parting."

He clasped his hands in a fist salute to Li Yunjing and the other two, and solemnly said, "If you have the opportunity in the future, you are welcome to come and find me at the Heavenly Demon Sect in the East Sea!"

"Take care, Brother Ye!"

Li Yunjing nodded and smiled, "If you need anything, just send a message, and we will do our best to help."

"Fellow Daoist Ye, I wish you a speedy recovery of everything that belongs to you."

Zhao Qi smiled slightly and said.

Su Muqing nodded repeatedly from the side.

Although the Dao and the Demonic are irreconcilable, they have worked together for decades and have developed some feelings for each other, so they still need to maintain a facade.

As for Li Yunjing and Ye Wuhen?
These are all just polite words!

Li Yunjing would neither dare to visit the "Heavenly Demon Sect" nor would he help Ye Wuhen with anything!
"Thank you all!"

A hint of gratitude flashed in Ye Wuhen's eyes, and he clasped his hands in a fist salute again: "Until we meet again!"

Having said that, he flashed and transformed into a shadowy figure, instantly disappearing into the vast sky.

Looking in the direction Ye Wuhen had left, Li Yunjing withdrew his gaze, turned to Zhao Qi and Su Muqing, and smiled, "It's time for us to set off. We can finally go home!"

"Yes! I haven't been back for decades!"

When the topic of returning to the "Southern Continent" came up, Su Muqing's expression became complicated.

No matter how good things are outside, nothing beats home!
The Northern Emperor Sect is her home. If she goes back this time and continues her closed-door cultivation step by step, she will have a great chance of breaking through to the Nascent Soul realm!

Su Muqing was already dreaming of the glorious days when she could take charge of the "Northern Emperor Sect" and become a leader of a sect.

"Hehe! Yes! Once we enter the 'Great Ming Cultivation World,' Fellow Daoist Su can return to the 'Northern Emperor Sect,' and Qi'er and I will also return to the 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect'! I miss the days in the sect too!"

Li Yunjing looked westward; that was his home!
The group headed west, riding on their escape lights across the vast ocean.

Several months later, they finally arrived at the sphere of influence of the "East China Sea Alliance".

This "Holy Sound Sea" is more heavily guarded than ever before, with cultivators patrolling all the islands and warships constantly sailing on the sea, creating a tense atmosphere.

Clearly, over the past few decades, this place has been reclaimed by the "East China Sea Alliance".

With the support of the Shenxiao Dao Sect, the war between the "East Sea Alliance" and the "Tianluo Dao Sect" has once again reached a stalemate, restoring the pre-war territorial divisions.

Li Yunjing and his two companions did not make a fuss, but instead quietly entered the cultivator city of "Holy Sound Island" to gather some information.

Li Yunjing did not contact the people of the "East Sea Alliance" and the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" immediately, but wanted to see the real situation with his own eyes.

There were many cultivators in the city, but most of them looked solemn and hurried along.

The three found a teahouse, sat down, ordered a pot of spiritual tea, and quietly listened to the conversations of the cultivators around them.

"Have you heard? The 'Tianluo Dao Sect' has breached another large island of the 'Eastern Sea Alliance,' and even the Nascent Soul True Monarch guarding it has perished!"

"A rogue cultivator said in a low voice."

"Sigh, this battle is truly brutal. It's said that the 'Eastern Sea Alliance' has already sought help from several top sects in the 'Southern Sky Continent.' I wonder if they can hold out..."

Another person sighed.

"They've been fighting for decades, and they're still fighting?"

Li Yunjing frowned slightly, looked at Zhao Qi and Su Muqing, and said in a low voice, "It seems that the situation is more serious than we thought."

"The Tianluo Dao Sect is coming with great force. If the East Sea Alliance is defeated, the flames of war will likely spread to the Southern Heaven Continent sooner or later."

Zhao Qi nodded and said, "I'm afraid your sect has already invested a great deal of resources in the East Sea, hasn't it?"

"Ok!"

Li Yunjing's expression was solemn. He said, "After learning the news, we must go back as soon as possible. I need to see how the situation in the sect is."

Just as the three were talking, a commotion suddenly broke out outside the teahouse.

"Look! It's a mobilization order from the 'East China Sea Alliance'!"

someone exclaimed.

Several cultivators dressed in Alliance-standard robes stood in the air, one of them holding a jade slip and loudly proclaiming:
"By order of the Alliance Elders Council, all cultivators above the Foundation Establishment stage in 'Azure Wave City' are to immediately proceed to 'Holy Sound City' to assemble. Those who disobey will be treated as traitors!"

These words immediately caused an uproar in the teahouse.

"What? Forced conscription? Isn't that sending us to our deaths?"

Some people were indignant.

"Shh! Keep your voice down! Do you want to get arrested by law enforcement?"

Bystanders quickly tried to dissuade him.

Li Yunjing and the other two exchanged glances, their eyes filled with seriousness.

"It seems the 'East Sea Alliance' is truly in a critical situation, and has even begun to forcibly conscript rogue cultivators to participate in the war," Zhao Qi said in a low voice.

"Ugh……"

Li Yunjing sighed. He was the one who founded the Law Enforcement Hall, but he never expected it to have degenerated to the point of forcibly conscripting cultivators.

The three quickly paid their bill and left the teahouse, preparing to cross the "East China Sea Alliance" sea area directly and return to the "Southern Sky Continent".

However, just as they stepped out of the city gate, a cold, sharp voice suddenly rang out: "Halt! You three, why don't you accept the conscription order?"

Li Yunjing turned around and saw three law enforcement cultivators from the "East Sea Alliance" blocking their way. The leader had sharp eyes and his aura had clearly reached the Golden Core stage!
"Ok?"

Li Yunjing raised an eyebrow and took out his hall master's token. "You don't even recognize me?"

"Ah? Master?"

The Golden Core cultivator was taken aback, then looked at Li Yunjing with disbelief.

Li Yunjing is the vice leader of the "East China Sea Alliance" and also the head of the Enforcement Hall, who is his immediate superior!

However, this boss had disappeared for decades for some unknown reason, and his sudden return really frightened him.

"Your subordinate greets the Hall Master!"

The Golden Core cultivator hurriedly bowed, his voice trembling slightly: "I was unaware of the Hall Master's return. I have been very offensive and hope you will forgive me!"

"It doesn't matter."

Li Yunjing waved his hand and said calmly, "Take me to see the Alliance Leader and the Vice Alliance Leaders."

"Yes! Please follow me, Master!"

The three followed the Golden Core cultivator, and surrounded by a group of disciples from the Enforcement Hall, they arrived in a grand procession at the Alliance Headquarters in the center of "Holy Sound City".

Along the way, every passing cultivator who saw Li Yunjing was shocked and bowed to him.

No one expected that the big shot from decades ago would return!
However, no one thought much of it and simply assumed that Li Yunjing had gone into seclusion to cultivate.

Among cultivators, aside from those who suddenly have an inspiration or go into seclusion due to improved cultivation, it is extremely rare for someone to disappear for so many years.

Everyone assumed that this was the reason for Li Yunjing's disappearance.

Upon entering the council hall, the current leader, "True Man of the Five Elements," was discussing the war with several vice leaders.

Upon seeing Li Yunjing suddenly appear, the Five Elements Master stood up abruptly, his face showing surprise and delight: "Yunjing, you're finally back!"

"I am back!"

Li Yunjing cupped his hands and said, "Alliance Leader, it's been many years. How have you been?"

Then Li Yunjing looked around at the group of familiar faces, including the Supreme Elder of the Shenxiao Dao Sect, the Flying Cloud True Man of the Flying Cloud Sect, the Holy Sound Fairy of the Holy Sound Sect, the Two Immortals of Bibo, and many other familiar faces.

Of course, some strangers also joined.

Some familiar faces were missing, and it was unclear whether they were elsewhere or had perished, which weighed heavily on Li Yunjing's mind.

In a war that has lasted for decades, it's impossible to only gain an advantage and never suffer a loss!
The fall of a prominent figure in the "East Sea Alliance" or even the "Divine Firmament Dao Sect" was something Li Yunjing had long anticipated.

However, seeing that some people were gone still made Li Yunjing feel somewhat sad.

The Five Elements Master laughed loudly, "You've been gone for decades!"

He glanced at Zhao Qi and Su Muqing behind Li Yunjing halfway through his sentence, then changed his words and asked, "And who are these two?"

"This is Fairy Zhao Qi, a rogue cultivator from the East Sea, and also my wife; this is Fairy Su Muqing from the 'Northern Emperor Sect'."

Li Yunjing gave a brief introduction.

Upon hearing this, the Five Elements Master smiled and nodded.

After exchanging pleasantries, everyone took their seats as hosts and guests.

"Alliance Leader, how has the war progressed since I left?"

Li Yunjing cut to the chase and asked the question.

"The situation is not good."

The Five Elements True Man sighed, “The ‘Heavenly Net Dao Sect’ has launched fierce attacks in recent years. Although we have reclaimed the ‘Sacred Sound Sea,’ we have suffered heavy losses.”

"Especially three years ago, they somehow managed to bring in a Nascent Soul Realm expert to oversee things, and we have already lost two Nascent Soul Realm vice leaders."

"An old monster at the Nascent Soul stage?"

Li Yunjing frowned: "Not that one from the 'Tianluo Dao Sect'?"

"no!"

The Five Elements True Man shook his head, his expression complex, "I wonder where this Nascent Soul Realm True Monarch came from!"

"Fortunately, this person is only stationed at the front line and does not take the initiative to fight; otherwise, our front line would probably have collapsed."

Fairy Shengyin, her face showing worry, interjected.

"Fortunately, the Shenxiao Dao Sect sent three elders at the Great Perfection of the Nascent Soul stage to help, and with the support of the Louguan Dao and the Beidi Sect, the situation was barely stabilized."

As Master Feiyun spoke, he looked at Su Muqing and said, "Speaking of which, Fairy Su's 'Northern Emperor Sect' contributed a great deal this time."

"I need to go back and find out about the sect's affairs as soon as possible."

Su Muqing nodded slightly.

She never imagined that decades later, even the forces of the "Northern Emperor Faction" would be transferred to the East China Sea!
It seems that in recent years, the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" has been unable to suppress the "Tianluo Dao Sect," even with the help of various sects in the East Sea!
"How is my Enforcement Hall doing now?"

Li Yunjing pondered for a moment and then asked.

"Since you left, the Enforcement Hall has been leaderless and plagued by internal strife."

Mentioning this, Master Xuanyin looked troubled: "Given the escalating war, we have no choice but to conscript cultivators from all sides."

He glanced at Li Yunjing's face and added, "Of course, now that you're back, everything will be alright."

"Oh? Someone dares to rebel?"

Li Yunjing sneered: "Wen Bin, where is Liao Wanqing?"

The atmosphere inside the hall froze for a moment.

"Leader! Urgent report from the front!"

At this moment, a guard rushed in to report: "The army of the 'Tianluo Dao Sect' is attacking 'Bitao Island,' and the garrison requests reinforcements!"

"what?"

Fairy Shengyin was shocked: "If Bitao Island falls, the gates of the Shengyin Sea will be wide open!"

"I'm back just in time!"

Li Yunjing stood up, his eyes flashing with cold light: "Let's meet the 'Tianluo Dao Sect'!"

He possesses a powerful weapon, and with his many years of experience, he is truly intimidating to ordinary Nascent Soul cultivators!

"Yun Jing, don't act rashly."

The Five Elements Master frowned, not expecting Li Yunjing to become so arrogant.
"Don't worry, I have a measure."

Li Yunjing looked at the Five Elements True Man, "Alliance Leader, please dispatch elite troops. I will personally lead the team to provide support."

"Alright! Since Yun Jing has volunteered, then you will lead the team."

After pondering for a moment, the Five Elements Immortal glanced at everyone present and finally nodded, saying, "Saintly Sound Fairy and Flying Cloud Immortal, you two will accompany me and assist me."

"As ordered!"

The Holy Sound Fairy and the Flying Cloud True Man responded in unison.

"Qi'er, you stay in 'Holy Sound City' for now, I'll be right back."

Li Yunjing turned to Zhao Qi and whispered.

"I'll go with you."

Zhao Qi shook her head firmly: "Don't forget I have ways to protect myself. If I encounter danger, I will make the other party pay the price!"

"Alright!"

Seeing her resolute expression, Li Yunjing had no choice but to nod in agreement.

He then looked at Su Muqing: "Fellow Daoist Su..."

"I will go with you."

Su Muqing interrupted, "It's a good opportunity to witness the methods of the 'Tianluo Dao Sect,' and I'll also join up with our 'Northern Emperor Sect' forces!"

"Alright!"

Li Yunjing nodded. In any case, both women had powerful weapons bestowed upon them by the seniors of the "Guanghan Palace," so there shouldn't be any problems with their safety.

Soon, an elite team consisting of twenty Golden Core cultivators and two Nascent Soul cultivators was assembled.

Standing on the deck of the flying boat, Li Yunjing looked at the cultivators lined up below and said in a deep voice, "Everyone, this battle concerns the safety of the 'Holy Sound Sea Area,' so we must go all out!"

"I will obey Vice Alliance Leader Li's orders!"

Li Yunjing was as domineering as ever, and the cultivators dared not be negligent, responding in unison.

The airship soared through the air and soon arrived at the waters of "Bitao Island".

From a distance, the protective array on the island appeared to be crumbling, and hundreds of Tianluo Dao Sect cultivators were launching a fierce attack.

The most eye-catching figure was an elderly man in purple robes who floated in mid-air. Every time he made a move, it caused the great formation to shake violently.

"That's... a cultivator at the fifth level of the Nascent Soul stage!"

Master Feiyun's expression changed. "It seems that the Tianluo Dao Sect is determined to take over Bitao Island this time."

Li Yunjing narrowed his eyes and sneered, "You've come at the perfect time."

He turned to the crowd and said, "Proceed according to plan. You are responsible for restraining the other cultivators, and I will take care of that old ghost in purple robes."

"here you are?"

Saintly Sound Fairy said worriedly, "That is a master at the fifth level of the Nascent Soul Realm. Only when Flying Cloud True Person and I join forces can we barely protect ourselves."

"It doesn't matter."

Li Yunjing waved his hand, suddenly soared into the air, and said loudly, "You rats from the 'Tianluo Dao Sect,' do you dare to fight me?"

Having traveled to most parts of "Tianlan Star" over the years, Li Yunjing is no longer the same as before. His combat strength has improved by leaps and bounds, and his self-confidence has been greatly enhanced!
The fifth level of the Nascent Soul realm is very powerful!

However, it doesn't mean we can't fight them!
He took this opportunity to show everyone just how powerful he was when he returned after decades!

The crisis of "Tianlan Star" has arrived.

Everything needs to be accelerated.

In order to protect itself, the Shenxiao Dao Sect must end the war on all fronts as soon as possible, focus on developing itself, expanding its strength, and preparing for war!

"Killing me!"

Upon hearing this, the purple-robed elder turned around, and after recognizing the newcomer, he was first taken aback, then sneered, "Is there no one in the 'East Sea Alliance'? Even a mere ant at the Golden Core stage dares to come and make a fuss?"

"Then I'll show you what level a Golden Core cultivator like me really is!"

Li Yunjing sneered and directly unleashed the "Heavenly Thunder Emperor Seal," instantly causing thunderclouds to gather in the sky.

Within his body, immense lightning power circulated wildly, forming thunderstorms within his body.

These thunderstorms were not ordinary lightning power, but special lightning techniques: "Five Elements Divine Thunder," "Yin Yang Divine Thunder," "Destruction Divine Thunder," "Purple Heaven Divine Thunder," and so on!

With the added blessing of the natural forces in the sky, a massive bolt of lightning was formed, tearing through the sky and shooting towards the opponent!
"not good!"

The purple-robed elder was shocked; this was combat power at the Nascent Soul stage!
Is this kid really that weird?
No wonder he dared to clash with a veteran Nascent Soul cultivator like myself, despite only having Golden Core cultivation!

"Boom!"

The void itself trembled. There were several people around the purple-robed elder, but even with their full strength, they couldn't stop the lightning bolt.

"what……"

A series of mournful cries rang out, and those around the purple-robed elder vaporized almost instantly, burned into nothingness by the power of lightning.

“What a powerful force!”

Seeing this, the old man in purple robes dared not be careless and took out a black shield, holding it in front of him.

"Boom!"

The thunderbolt collided with the black shield, unleashing a deafening roar.

The violent energy fluctuations swept in all directions, and huge waves tens of meters high rose on the sea.

The old man in purple robes retreated a hundred feet, his expression shifting between anger and uncertainty.

The black shield in his hand had cracked and was clearly badly damaged.

"What a fine Golden Core cultivator!"

The old man in purple robes gritted his teeth, "I will take your life today!"

After saying that, he suddenly slapped his chest and spat out a mouthful of blood essence onto the black shield.

The shield suddenly shone with a bright black light, transforming into a ferocious black dragon that lunged at Li Yunjing with bared fangs and claws.

"Just you?"

Li Yunjing remained calm and composed, forming hand seals as the power of thunder and lightning surged wildly within his body.

Five-colored lightning appeared around him, weaving into a huge lightning net in front of him.

"Five Elements Thunder Prison!"

The black dragon crashed headlong into the lightning net and was immediately entangled by five-colored lightning, letting out a shrill roar.

"This is impossible!"

Upon seeing this, the purple-robed elder's expression changed drastically: "How can a Golden Core cultivator like you possess such powerful magic?"

"It's too late to know now!"

With a sharp shout from Li Yunjing, the lightning net suddenly contracted.

The black dragon was pulverized by the five-colored lightning, and the black shield also shattered completely.

"puff……"

The purple-robed elder's magic weapon was destroyed, and he immediately spat out a mouthful of blood.

A look of terror finally appeared in his eyes: "You...who exactly are you?"

"Li Yunjing, Vice Sect Leader of Shenxiao Dao Sect!"

Li Yunjing let out a cold shout and raised his hand to unleash another "Purple Heaven Divine Thunder".

The old man in purple robes hurriedly dodged, but was still grazed by the lightning on his left arm, which was instantly charred black.

"what……"

The old man in purple robes let out a miserable cry, finally realizing that he was no match for him.

He glared at Li Yunjing with resentment, then turned to flee.

"Want to run?"

Li Yunjing was prepared; a golden light flew out from his sleeve. It was a large net, moving with incredible speed, catching up with the purple-robed elder in the blink of an eye.

"Do not……"

The old man in purple robes only had time to utter a desperate cry before he was enveloped in the "net of heaven and earth".

The battlefield below was completely silent.

Everyone was stunned by this brief but intense battle.

A Golden Core cultivator actually trapped a Nascent Soul Level 5 expert within three moves!
"Li... Vice Alliance Leader Li is mighty!"

The cultivators of the "East Sea Alliance" were the first to react, erupting in thunderous cheers.

Back when the "East Sea Alliance" was established, only Nascent Soul Realm cultivators could serve as vice leaders, and Li Yunjing was the only exception.

Everyone attributed the reason to Li Yunjing's origin from the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," where he was the vice sect leader of this behemoth sect, holding a high position, so they gave him face!

Now it seems that this Vice Leader Li is truly formidable!

This combat power far surpasses that of ordinary Nascent Soul cultivators, right?

Master Feiyun and Fairy Shengyin exchanged a glance, both seeing disbelief in each other's eyes.

They knew Li Yunjing was exceptionally talented, but they never expected him to be this strong.

"My husband is amazing!"

Zhao Qi's eyes were full of pride, but then a trace of worry appeared.

She knew Li Yunjing too well; such behavior would inevitably lead to even greater trouble. The Tianluo Dao Sect was not one to be trifled with!
Li Yunjing's gaze was sharp as lightning as he looked at the purple-robed elder trapped in the "net of heaven and earth," his eyes filled with murderous intent.

He formed hand seals and uttered a low shout: "Stop!"

The golden net suddenly contracted, its threads digging deep into the purple-robed elder's flesh.

"what……"

The old man let out a shrill scream, his spiritual power surging wildly as he tried to break free of his restraints.

"You brat! You dare kill me? The 'Tianluo Dao Sect' will not let you get away with this!"

The old man in purple robes roared with a ferocious expression.

Li Yunjing sneered: "We're killing people from your 'Tianluo Dao Sect'!"

With that, he suddenly raised his hand, and thunderclouds gathered in the sky once more.

This time, the thunderclouds appeared as an eerie purplish-black color, exuding a destructive aura.

This is an unusual phenomenon formed by the fusion of numerous thunder magic techniques!

"fall!"

With a loud shout from Li Yunjing, a bolt of purplish-black lightning, as thick as a bucket, descended from the sky and struck the purple-robed elder who was trapped in the net with pinpoint accuracy.

"what……"

The old man let out a final scream before his entire body turned to ashes in the lightning.

Even his nascent soul couldn't escape, and was completely annihilated by the power of thunder.

The sea was deathly silent.

Everyone was stunned by this horrific scene.

A powerful cultivator at the fifth level of the Nascent Soul stage was annihilated, body and soul!

"Vice Alliance Leader Li!"

Master Feiyun's voice trembled, "You...you are really only at the Golden Core stage?"

"Yes!"

Fairy Shengyin also asked the question.

It's too exaggerated!

Back then, it wasn't that the two of them hadn't dealt with Li Yunjing before!

In their eyes, Li Yunjing used to be just a very talented junior!

And now this junior seems to be able to easily kill these senior experts?
Li Yunjing put away the magic weapon and smiled faintly: "The real thing."

"good very good."

Just then, a chilling laugh suddenly came from afar: "A Golden Core cultivator can kill my sect's Nascent Soul elder. The Deputy Sect Master Li of the 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect' truly lives up to his reputation."

The crowd looked in the direction of the sound and saw a middle-aged man dressed in a black robe walking through the air.

With each step he took, the surrounding air seemed to freeze a little more.

"Transformation... Transformation God True Lord!"

The Holy Sound Fairy's face turned deathly pale.

Li Yunjing's pupils contracted slightly, but his expression remained calm.

He secretly channeled his magical power, ready to unleash his final trump card, the "Taiyin Talisman," at any moment.

"Kid, I'll give you two choices."

The man in black robes stopped a hundred feet away, his sinister gaze fixed on Li Yunjing: "One option is to join my 'Tianluo Dao Sect,' and I guarantee you a bright future; the other is... death!"

"Want to kill me?"

Li Yunjing laughed heartily: "This senior seems to be more than you think, isn't he?"

"Ok?"

The black-robed man's face darkened, and he coldly shouted, "You, a mere Golden Core cultivator, have become arrogant after killing a Nascent Soul cultivator. Do you think you can contend with a True Monarch?"

"hey-hey!"

Li Yunjing chuckled, "I am naturally no match for a True Monarch! But that doesn't mean I lack the means to kill one!"

As he spoke, a talisman appeared in his hand.

This is precisely the "Taiyin Talisman"!
A chilling aura suddenly spread out, and everyone around the battlefield felt a coldness and couldn't help but shiver.

"What's this!"

The black-robed Nascent Soul Realm True Monarch also sensed the terror of this talisman and couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

With the shadow of death looming in his mind, this important figure had to suppress his impulse to kill Li Yunjing.

The black-robed Nascent Soul True Monarch's expression shifted between light and shadow, a hint of apprehension flashing in his eyes.

He stared intently at the "Taiyin Talisman" in Li Yunjing's hand and said coldly, "Young man, do you think you can scare me away with just a talisman?"

"May I ask your surname, senior?"

Li Yunjing remained neither humble nor arrogant, holding the talisman in front of him: "Senior, you may wish to try. This talisman was bestowed upon me by a master, and it is specifically designed to slay Nascent Soul cultivators. If you insist on fighting, I will have no choice but to waste this precious talisman and drag you to your death!"

The atmosphere on the sea surface instantly froze to an extreme.

Everyone held their breath, watching the standoff with bated breath.

The black-robed True Monarch's eyes surged with killing intent, and his spiritual power surged, causing the heavens and earth to change color.

"What a sharp-tongued boy!"

But in the end, he sneered, "I'll spare your life for now, but if we meet again, I'll take your head!"

After saying that, he waved his sleeve, swept up the remaining "Tianluo Daozong" cultivators, and transformed into a streak of black light, fleeing into the distance.

Threatened by Li Yunjing and left humiliated, the important figure didn't even reveal his name.

Only when the black light disappeared into the horizon did everyone breathe a sigh of relief.

Master Feiyun wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and said in a trembling voice, "Vice Alliance Leader Li... what was that just now..."

"never mind!"

Li Yunjing put away the talisman, his face slightly pale. "It's scared them off for now, but we won't stop here."

Zhao Qi quickly stepped forward to support him and whispered, "Are you alright?"

"It doesn't matter!"

Li Yunjing shook his head: "The killing intent of just a Nascent Soul Realm True Monarch is truly terrifying."

He turned to the crowd and said in a deep voice, "Quickly clean up the battlefield, strengthen the defenses, and repair the formations. The 'Tianluo Dao Sect' has suffered such a great loss, they will surely make a comeback!"

"We humbly obey Vice Alliance Leader Li's decree!"

No one dared to delay and they quickly sprang into action.

While everyone was busy, Fairy Shengyin couldn't help but ask, "Vice Alliance Leader Li, that talisman..."

"I obtained it by chance during my travels."

Li Yunjing interrupted her, unwilling to elaborate, "It can only be used once, which is why I was bluffing just now."

He wouldn't tell too much about the seniors of "Guanghan Palace"!
Let alone these outsiders, even within the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," he would only inform his teacher Qin Jiuxiao and the sect leader Ming Lingchuan!
As for his first wife, he didn't even tell his second wife!

Because it makes no sense.

These people and that senior lived in different worlds, making it difficult for them to interact.

Master Feiyun and Fairy Shengyin exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.

What kind of precious item must a talisman be capable of threatening a Nascent Soul True Monarch?

After the defenses were reinforced, Li Yunjing and the others returned to "Holy Sound City".

Upon hearing the news of the battle, the Five Elements Immortal was both surprised and delighted.

"Yun Jing, Yun Jing, you've really done a great job this time!"

He looked at Li Yunjing and exclaimed in admiration, "Slaying the enemy's Nascent Soul Elder and forcing back the Divine Transformation True Monarch, this battle will surely shake the entire East Sea!"

"Hehe! Supreme Elder, these achievements are the result of countless near-death experiences!"

Li Yunjing's expression was solemn: "'Tianluo Dao Sect' will never let this go, we must make preparations as soon as possible."

"That makes sense! I will gather all the forces to discuss our next steps!"

The Five Elements Master nodded in agreement and immediately summoned the elders to discuss countermeasures.

After the meeting, Li Yunjing returned to his residence, where Zhao Qi had already prepared spiritual tea and was waiting for him.

"My husband, what we'll do next..."

Zhao Qi hesitated, as if she wanted to say something but then stopped.

"Qi'er, we must return to the Shenxiao Dao Sect as soon as possible."

Li Yunjing held her hand and said softly, "The situation in the East China Sea is not the main battlefield. In terms of priorities, this is not relevant here!"
Zhao Qi nodded: "Then when shall we set off?"

"I'll leave first thing tomorrow morning."

A hint of worry flashed in Li Yunjing's eyes. "I have already discussed this with the Five Elements Supreme Elder."

Just as Li Yunjing and Zhao Qi were packing their things and preparing to leave, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside the door.

"Master! Master!"

A familiar voice made Li Yunjing pause in his actions.

He turned around abruptly and saw a young cultivator in a green robe standing at the door with tears in his eyes. It was his disciple Lin Xuan, whom he had not seen for many years.

"Xuan'er?"

Li Yunjing was overjoyed and quickly stepped forward.

"Disciple pays homage to Master!"

Lin Xuan knelt down with a thud, choking back tears, and said, "Upon hearing of Master's return, this disciple rushed here from 'Shenxiao Island' overnight."

"stand up!"

Li Yunjing quickly helped him up and looked him over carefully.

Decades have passed, and the once naive boy has grown into a cultivator at the sixth level of the Foundation Establishment realm, with a more composed demeanor between his brows.

"Good! Good!"

Li Yunjing patted Lin Xuan on the shoulder and said repeatedly, "You've made great progress over the years."

"This disciple is dull-witted and has only managed to cultivate to the sixth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm. I am truly ashamed of my master's teachings."

Lin Xuan wiped away his tears and said with shame.

"To have cultivated to this level without any guidance is already quite remarkable."

Li Yunjing shook his head and smiled, "Come, greet your master's wife."

"Disciple Lin Xuan greets Master's Wife!"

Lin Xuan quickly bowed to Zhao Qi.

"No gift!"

Zhao Qi smiled gently: "I've often heard Yun Jing mention you; you are indeed a handsome and talented man."

As she spoke, Zhao Qi took out a storage bag and gave it to the other party, saying, "This is a gift from your master's wife."

"This……"

Lin Xuan looked at Li Yunjing.

"Your master's wife gave it to me, so accept it!"

Li Yunjing smiled slightly.

"Thank you for the generous gift, Master's wife!"

Lin Xuan then happily put the storage bag away.

After the three of them sat down, Li Yunjing asked, "How have you been doing in the league all these years?"

Lin Xuan's expression darkened: "Reporting to Master, this disciple has served as an inspector in the Enforcement Hall for many years. However..."

He hesitated.

"But it doesn't matter."

Li Yunjing frowned slightly.

"Since Master left, there has been constant infighting within the Enforcement Hall. Uncle Wenbin and Uncle Liao transferred me to the rear to protect me."

Lin Xuan recounted the major events that had occurred over the years.

"Alright! You are my disciple by name, but I haven't been around to give you any guidance all these years."

Li Yunjing took out a booklet and a bottle of pills from his pocket, handed them to Lin Xuan, and said, "This bottle of 'Nourishing Spirit Pills' is a pill I refined. It has the effect of nourishing qi and refreshing the mind."

"Take this and take it!"

Seeing his disciple accept the treasure, Li Yunjing said, "This booklet contains some methods of cultivating Daoist arts. You only need to follow the methods in it to quickly improve your cultivation and increase your combat power. Whether you can achieve the Great Dao in the future depends on your fate."

"Your disciple will remember your instructions!"

Lin Xuan quickly took the jade bottle and carefully put the booklet away. Then, after hesitating for a moment, he asked timidly, "Master, do we have any hope of winning the matter in the East Sea?"

"You only need to remember one sentence!"

Li Yunjing said with a serious expression, "Participate less in the battle, wait for the rotation opportunity, and immediately find someone to be transferred back to the 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect'!"

"Disciple understands!"

Lin Xuan nodded slightly, immediately understanding that this was his teacher protecting him!

As for why Li Yunjing didn't just transfer him back?

At least they should at least pretend to do it, right?
If nepotism is practiced and all the good things go to the teachers and students, what will other people think?
After all these years, Lin Xuan still knows what's going on.

Li Yunjing also took some time to give Lin Xuan some pointers on his cultivation, answering many of his questions and questions about cultivation.

After Lin Xuan left, Zhao Qi said softly, "This child has a good character and is a promising talent."

"I left in a hurry back then and was unable to properly teach him."

Li Yunjing sighed, "I must make up for this regret when I go back this time."

The next morning, Li Yunjing, Zhao Qi, and Su Muqing met at the South Gate as agreed.

The Five Elements Master personally came to see him off, and solemnly said before parting, "Yun Jing, be careful on your journey!"

"Don't worry, Elder, I will definitely report the situation to the Sect Leader when I get back."

Li Yunjing nodded, and finally transmitted his voice, "If you feel that things are hopeless, we can retreat!"

"Ok!"

The Five Elements Master nodded without saying anything.

Over the years, they have persisted in the "East Sea Alliance." The Five Elements True Man has his own circle here, and it is impossible for him to abandon his fellow Daoists so easily.

After leaving the East China Sea Alliance, Li Yunjing and his two companions did not return directly to the Shenxiao Dao Sect. Instead, they traveled south along the coastline, inspecting several important branches of the Xingyue Trading Company along the way.

"I never expected the business to have developed so well over the years."

Standing on the most bustling street of "Shenxiao Island", Zhao Qi looked at the magnificent nine-story pavilion in front of her, her eyes filled with amazement.

Above the main entrance of the pavilion hangs a golden signboard that reads "Star Moon Trading Company." The area in front of the gate is bustling with activity, with cultivators coming and going in an endless stream.

This is the main branch located in the East China Sea, and its scale is several times larger than it was decades ago.

"Go in and have a look."

Li Yunjing smiled slightly and led the two women inside.

As soon as they entered the lobby, a middle-aged cultivator who appeared to be in charge greeted them: "What can we do for you three seniors?"

Li Yunjing did not reveal his identity, but casually said, "We would like to see the newly arrived spiritual materials."

"Senior, please come this way."

The steward respectfully led them to a private room on the second floor.

The private room was elegantly furnished, with several landscape paintings hanging on the walls.

Li Yunjing's gaze lingered on one of the paintings for a moment, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly.

That was a work he drew himself back then.

Before long, the steward brought in several rare spiritual materials.

Li Yunjing checked them one by one and nodded to himself.

These spiritual items are of excellent quality and reasonably priced, indicating that the business is indeed doing quite well.

"Call your manager here."

Li Yunjing suddenly spoke.

"This... what brings you here, senior?"

The manager was taken aback: "Our manager usually..."

"Just say that an old friend has come to visit."

Li Yunjing took out a jade pendant and placed it on the table.

Upon seeing the jade tablet, the steward's expression changed drastically, and he quickly bowed and withdrew.

"Master!"

A moment later, Zeng Jin rushed over and trembled with excitement upon seeing Li Yunjing: "It really is you who's back!"

This person was the enemy that Li Yunjing personally subdued back then, and now he has reached the first level of the Golden Core realm.

Clearly, following Li Yunjing has made life better than before.

"Zeng Jin, how have you been?"

Li Yunjing smiled and helped Zeng Jin, who was about to bow, to his feet.

"This is Li Yunjing, the founder of our 'Star Moon Trading Company,' our boss!"

Zeng Jin looked at his subordinates and introduced them loudly.

"what!"

Everyone was startled, seeing this important figure for the first time, and they all stepped forward to pay their respects.

"No need for formalities, everyone."

Li Yun nodded at the scenic spot and offered some encouragement.

After the introductions, Zeng Jin gestured for everyone to go down, while Li Yunjing and the other two were invited to a secret room on the top floor.

He personally served the sacred tea and then recounted the development of the business over the years.

After Li Yunjing left, the business expanded steadily under his planning and is now the leading business in Donghai.

"Master, these are the account books and profits from these years."

Zeng Jin took out several thick account books.

(End of this chapter)