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Chapter 754 Li Yunjing emerges from seclusion, deploying troops (Seeking monthly votes)

"Fellow Daoist Yuanhua, what's the matter that you're in such a hurry? You've even activated a long-distance teleportation array?"

An elder guarding the teleportation array was startled and quickly flew over to inquire with Yuan Hua.

"Sigh! Don't even mention it! The Demonic Sect has joined forces to attack 'Wanghai City'!"

Yuan Hua disregarded formalities and shouted, "The front lines are in crisis! Take me to see the Sect Leader and the Vice Sect Leader immediately! It's extremely urgent!"

The elder guarding the teleportation array was named Qingfeng. He was originally a Golden Core cultivator at the peak of the Golden Core realm responsible for guarding the teleportation array of the "Divine Firmament Mountain Range". When he saw Yuan Hua's clothes stained with blood, his hair disheveled, and even his usually neat Daoist robe torn in several places, his relaxed expression was instantly replaced by solemnity.

He reached out to support the swaying Yuan Hua, and the moment his fingertips touched the other's sleeve, he felt a strong smell of blood and lingering evil miasma.

That's the kind of aura that only remains when someone is corrupted by demonic cultivation techniques.

"Fellow Daoist Yuanhua, please stabilize your breathing!"

Qingfeng hurriedly took out a translucent white "Heart-Clearing Pill" and handed it over, "What exactly happened to 'Wanghai City'? How did it leave you in such a sorry state?"

"There's no time to explain in detail!"

"The White Bone Cave Master, the Blood Transformation Demon, and other demonic figures led all the demonic forces in the South China Sea out in full force."

Yuan Hua swallowed the pill, and the dull pain in his chest eased slightly, but his voice still trembled with anxiety: "Three hundred 'Corrupted Marrow Boats' have broken through the array gap in the east city wall, three of the twelve Sea-Suppressing Towers have been corroded by the Myriad Souls Eroding Bone Technique, and the seven Nascent Soul True Persons who are holding up the Zhou Tian Thunder Prison Array are also about to give out!"

"what?"

Qingfeng's pupils shrank suddenly, and he almost dropped the whisk in his hand.

He had guarded the Shenxiao Mountains for hundreds of years. Although he had heard that the demonic cultivators of the South China Sea were stirring up trouble, he never thought that they would dare to join forces to attack the city so openly.

It should be noted that Wanghai City is not only guarded by the elite of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect", but also by cultivators from dozens of island forces in the South China Sea, making it the first line of defense in the South China Sea.

Although its status is not as high as the former formidable pass "City of Glory", it is still one of the top three major cities in the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" system!
They dare to attack such a formidable pass? Do these devils have a death wish?
It should be noted that among the enemies of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect", the countries outside the "Hengyue Mountain Range" are the priority; the second priority is the East Sea, because the behemoth sect "Tianluo Dao Sect" is located there.

As for the South China Sea?

The situation here is complicated, with numerous sects and families, all in disarray.

The fighting strength of "Wanghai City" is also quite formidable, and they have always been able to control the situation well.

I never imagined that the enemy I once looked down on would stir up such a huge storm.

"Quickly! Come with me to see the Supreme Elders! I'll find a way to get them to invite Vice Sect Leader Li or the Sect Master."

Without further hesitation, Qingfeng grabbed Yuanhua's wrist, his body radiating a pale blue spiritual light, and transformed into a gust of wind as he sped towards "Shenxiao Peak" deep within the mountain range.

The two of them went at full speed, startling many low-level disciples who turned their heads to look.

Elder Qingfeng usually patrolled the mountain at a leisurely pace; this was the first time they had ever seen him in such a hurried manner.

Yuan Hua was carried forward by spiritual power. Although the tightness and pain in his chest was slightly relieved by the Qingxin Pill, each breath still carried the smell of blood.

Out of the corner of his eye, he saw hundreds of disciples practicing lightning formations on the training ground below. The silvery lightning intertwined into a net, creating a thriving scene.

But when he thought of the cultivators with bones piercing their bodies in "Wanghai City" and the city walls corroded by poisonous fire, his heart felt like it was being hit by a heavy hammer, and even his breathing became heavy.

"Hold on! We're almost at Shenxiao Peak!"

The sound of a gentle breeze rang in my ears, its tone carrying a barely perceptible anxiety.

He was a peak Golden Core cultivator and knew better than anyone the significance of "Wanghai City"!

That city was not only the core of the South China Sea defense line, but also the face of the sect in the Southeast Region.

Now even such a formidable pass is under siege by demonic cultivators. If not handled properly, the consequences will be unimaginable.

If the situation in the southeastern seas deteriorates, it could affect the overall situation!

He sent out the information while flying.

A moment later, a mountain peak that pierced the clouds appeared before us.

The summit of Shenxiao Peak is shrouded in mist, and a simple, ancient council hall can be vaguely seen in the distance...

Along the mountain path, every hundred feet there is a guard dressed in a black and gold Taoist robe. They are the sect's most elite "Thunder God Guards," and ordinary cultivators are not even qualified to approach them.

"Qingfeng requests an audience with the Supreme Elders! There is an urgent report from the South China Sea!"

As soon as they reached the foot of the mountain, Qingfeng shouted loudly, his voice piercing through the clouds and echoing through the mountains.

Two Thunder God Guards stepped forward to stop them, their gazes falling on Yuan Hua's blood-stained Taoist robe, a hint of wariness flashing in their eyes.

After seeing the elder's token in Qingfeng's hand, he stepped aside to make way: "Elder, please wait a moment while we inform him."

Before the Thunder God Guards could return with the report, an aged voice suddenly came from the direction of the council hall: "Let them come up."

Although his voice was soft, it carried an undeniable authority.

Qingfeng felt relieved and quickly led Yuanhua toward the mountain peak.

Inside the council hall, three elderly men dressed in white Taoist robes sat on prayer mats. Their hair was all white, but their faces were ruddy, and they were surrounded by a faint aura of thunder.

These were the three Supreme Elders of the Shenxiao Dao Sect: Granny Tianji, Lei Qianzhong, and Yun Canghai.

"Yuan Hua? Weren't you stationed in Wanghai City? Why have you returned looking like this?"

Granny Tianji opened her eyes, her gaze falling on Yuan Hua, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

She was skilled in divination and had foreseen changes in the South China Sea, but she had not expected it to become so critical.

"Three Supreme Elders!"

Yuan Hua fell to his knees with a thud, his knees hitting the hard, patterned stone floor with a dull thud.

"Wanghai City is about to fall!"

"The Lord of the White Bone Cave used a million bones to build an altar and unleashed the Myriad Souls Eroding Bone Technique. The bones of the city-guarding cultivators grew wildly within their bodies, and even Nascent Soul cultivators could hardly withstand it!"

"The Blood Demon's Soul-Slaying Blade can cleave the Thunder Dragon, the poisonous fire spewed by three hundred Corrupting Marrow Ships has corroded through the eastern city wall, and three of the twelve Sea-Suppressing Towers have collapsed."

He raised his head, his face covered in tears and blood: "The Blood Soul Sect's Myriad Soul Banner has refined the primordial spirits of countless cultivators. Seven Nascent Soul cultivators are supporting the Zhou Tian Thunder Prison Formation, but the demonic cultivators keep coming. If we don't call for help soon, Wanghai City will surely fall within three days!"

The hall fell into a deathly silence.

"These devils have some nerve!"

Lei Qianzhong slammed his hand on the stone table in front of him, causing the teacup on it to jump and spill scalding tea all over the floor: "How dare you join forces to besiege 'Wanghai City'! Do you really think my 'Shenxiao Dao Sect' has no one to rely on?"

"The demonic cultivators of the South China Sea have been a disorganized group for many years. Their sudden alliance this time is probably due to something else."

Yun Canghai, on the other hand, remained relatively calm. He stroked his beard, his brows slightly furrowed: "If it were just for 'Wanghai City,' they wouldn't have needed to mobilize such a large force..."

"Now is not the time to investigate the cause!"

Qingfeng hurriedly spoke up, "Once 'Wanghai City' falls, the islands of the South China Sea will surely be slaughtered. At that time, the demonic cultivators will grow stronger, and it will be difficult to deal with them! I urge the three elders to quickly request the Sect Master and Vice Sect Master Li to send reinforcements to our aid!"

Granny Tianji slowly stood up, walked to the entrance of the hall, looked at the sea of ​​clouds in the distance, and said in a solemn tone: "This matter concerns the overall situation. It seems that we should inform Sect Leader Ming and Vice Sect Leader Li."

She turned to look at Yuan Hua, "How long can the defensive formation of 'Wanghai City' hold out?"

"Three days at most!"

Yuan Hua gritted his teeth and said, "The seven True Immortals are already burning their spiritual power to maintain the formation, but the demonic cultivator's 'Ten Thousand Souls Eroding Bone Technique' is too strange, and the foundation of the formation is being constantly corroded."

"Three days..."

Granny Tianji pondered for a moment, a decisive glint in her eyes, "Lei Qianzhong, go and invite Vice Sect Leader Li; Yun Canghai, go and inform Sect Leader Ming, this matter must be decided by the two of them."

"Yes!"

The two men simultaneously bowed and accepted the order.

Lei Qianzhong and Yun Canghai turned and left, leaving only Granny Tianji, Qingfeng, and Yuanhua in the council hall.

"Thanks a lot."

Granny Tianji sighed as she looked at Yuan Hua's exhausted appearance: "Don't worry, the Shenxiao Dao Sect will never let the disciples of Wanghai City sacrifice themselves in vain."

"Thank you, Supreme Elder!"

Yuan Hua kowtowed deeply: "On behalf of the cultivators of 'Wanghai City,' this disciple thanks the sect!"

After receiving the order, Lei Qianzhong's body surged with lightning, and a lightning-patterned bridge over ten feet long instantly formed beneath his feet.

Ignoring the bows of his disciples along the way, he sped off like an arrow toward "Seven Star Peak".

Unlike the majestic Shenxiao Peak, Qixing Peak is covered by a dense grove of paulownia trees, with clouds and mist swirling among the trees. Occasionally, the clear chirping of birds can be heard, giving it a tranquil and secluded atmosphere.

He was discovered by the elders of "Seven Star Peak" as soon as he arrived.

When the Supreme Elder arrived, the other elders naturally dared not neglect him and led him to the "Seven Star Palace".

Deep within the Seven Star Palace, an ancient villa is hidden among the phoenix trees. A wooden plaque hangs above the gate, inscribed with four powerful characters: "Qiwu Villa".

This is precisely where Li Yunjing secluded himself for cultivation.

Outside the manor gate, two disciples dressed in blue Taoist robes stood guard with long swords in their hands. They were disciples of the "Seven Star Palace" and were responsible for protecting the peace of the manor.

All expenses were covered by the "Seven Star Palace".

The people living in "Qiwu Mountain Villa" have nothing to worry about.

Seeing Lei Qianzhong rushing over with an urgent air, two disciples quickly stepped forward to stop him: "Elder and elders, Vice Sect Leader Li is currently in seclusion and cultivation. Outsiders are strictly prohibited from disturbing him. Please wait a moment."

"presumptuous!"

Lei Qianzhong frowned, and his aura of lightning erupted instantly, startling the two disciples who retreated in fear.

The situation is urgent; there's no time to waste.

"The demonic cultivators of the South China Sea have come out in full force; 'Wanghai City' will surely fall within three days!"

Suppressing his anger, Lei Qianzhong roared, "This matter concerns the survival of our sect. If we miss this opportunity, can you bear the consequences?"

The two disciples' expressions changed drastically. How could they possibly stop such a major event?

One of the disciples hesitated for a moment, then gritted his teeth and said, "Elder, please wait a moment, I will go and inform them right away!"

After saying that, he turned and ran into the villa.

Before he could even get deep into the manor, the head steward, Zhu Wanyun, stopped him. How could she not hear the Supreme Elder's loud voice outside?

When the disciple explained his purpose, Zhu Wanyun's pretty face changed color, knowing that this matter could not be kept secret.

She quickly came out, bowed to Lei Qianzhong, and said, "This humble woman greets the Supreme Elder and all the elders. This matter is of great importance, please follow me in."

"it is good!"

These words were somewhat agreeable, and Lei Qianzhong and the others nodded, suppressing their anxiety, and quickly followed Zhu Wanyun into the manor. The manor was elegantly laid out, with a blue stone path winding through the courtyard, leading to a secluded hall made entirely of white jade.

The palace doors were tightly closed, and a faint halo of lightning surrounded them, clearly indicating that Li Yunjing was at a crucial stage of his cultivation.

Zhu Wanyun arrived at the palace gate and respectfully bowed: "Master, Elder Lei has come to visit, saying that there is an urgent report from the South China Sea concerning the safety of 'Wanghai City', and requests that you come out of seclusion."

After a moment of silence in the hall, a steady voice came: "Please wait a moment."

Zhu Wanyun quickly stepped aside, and Lei Qianzhong strode into the courtyard and arrived at the gate of the secluded meditation hall.

The palace doors creaked open automatically, and a rich aroma of medicinal pills wafted out.

During this period, Li Yunjing ran out of pills, so he used all the materials he had to refine medicine.

The fragrance of medicine mingled with the aura of thunder in the hall. Li Yunjing slowly rose, his "Starry Night Robe" swirling with the power of stars.

He had just finished refining a batch of "Concentrating Spirit Thunder Pills" and was planning to wait until the pills were completely solidified before leaving seclusion, but he was interrupted by an urgent report concerning the survival of "Wanghai City".

"Fellow Daoist Lei, please come in."

Li Yunjing raised his hand and brushed it away, instantly extinguishing the remaining flames on his fingertips.

The shelves on both sides of the hall were filled with various alchemy tools and jade boxes containing medicinal herbs. The most eye-catching thing was the pile of empty medicine bottles in the corner.

Clearly, he had used up most of his reserves in preparation for his cultivation during this period.

Lei Qianzhong led several elders of the Seven Star Peak into the hall. As soon as they entered, they were choked by the strong aroma of medicine and frowned slightly.

His gaze swept over the traces of alchemy in the hall, and his admiration grew even stronger.

Vice Sect Leader Li's alchemy skills have improved even further.

"Vice Sect Leader Li, there's no time to lose!"

Lei Qianzhong stepped forward, his tone more urgent than before, "The news brought by Yuan Hua is absolutely true. The defensive array of Wanghai City has been corroded by the Ten Thousand Souls Eroding Bone Technique, and it is only by burning the spiritual power of seven Nascent Soul cultivators that it can barely hold on. If we cannot arrive within three days, that city will truly be unable to be defended!"

Before he could finish speaking, he tossed a jade slip to Li Yunjing.

Li Yunjing took the jade slip, scanned it with his divine sense, and his expression instantly became solemn.

The jade slip contained a record of the battle situation at Wanghai City, engraved by Yuan Hua using a secret method.

The "Master of the White Bone Cave" built an altar with the corpses of a million sea creatures and cast the "Ten Thousand Bones Corroding Heart Curse," causing the bones of the city-guarding cultivators to grow backward and pierce their internal organs, resulting in their deaths.

The "Blood Demon" rode a nine-headed blood python and severed the city's protective thunder dragon with a single strike.

The Blood Soul Sect unleashed twelve "Ten Thousand Soul Banners," each containing ten thousand spirits, forming the "Blood Fiend Soul Refining Array," which was frantically corroding the foundation of the city's protective array...

"The demonic cultivators of the South China Sea have been lying low for many years. Their sudden outburst must be suspicious."

Li Yunjing put away the jade slip, his eyes flashing with lightning. "Fellow Daoist Lei, has the sect leader made any arrangements?"

"Yun Canghai has already gone to report to Sect Leader Ming."

Lei Qianzhong said in a deep voice, "But the sect leader is currently in seclusion deep within the 'Nine Heavens Thunder Pool,' and it will probably take time to awaken him."

Li Yunjing frowned slightly.

The sect leader is in seclusion to comprehend the final level of the "Divine Firmament Path," and should not be disturbed unless the sect is facing imminent danger.

However, if "Wanghai City" falls, the South China Sea will be in chaos, and the power of demonic cultivators will surge, making it difficult to suppress them.

"Pass on my order!"

Li Yunjing suddenly raised his hand, and a bolt of lightning shot into the sky, exploding outside the hall and turning into a sky full of starlight.

This is a unique summons from the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," and only those who possess the "Shenxiao Token" can issue such a message.

The moment the starlight formed from lightning exploded above the "Divine Firmament Mountain Range," Zhou Yue, a Nascent Soul cultivator who was practicing a lightning formation at "Thunder Punishment Peak," suddenly stopped wielding his lightning-patterned spear.

He looked up toward the direction of "Seven Star Peak," a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

That was a summons that only those who possessed the "Divine Firmament Token" could issue, and with such dazzling starlight, it must be a matter of great importance concerning the survival of the sect.

"Pause the drill!"

At Zhou Yue's command, lightning surged around him, and a bridge of lightning-patterned light condensed beneath his feet. "Follow me to Qiwu Manor on Seven Star Peak!"

Before he finished speaking, he had already transformed into a silver streak of light and sped towards "Seven Star Peak".

Behind him, three Nascent Soul cultivators from Thunder Punishment Peak followed closely behind without delay.

Meanwhile, inside the alchemy room of "Dan Ding Peak", Nascent Soul cultivator Liu Qingmeng had just finished refining a batch of "Nine-Turn Rejuvenation Pills".

Hearing the commotion outside, she opened the alchemy furnace, not bothering to collect the pills, and casually sealed the furnace, her body radiating a faint purple spiritual light.

"Something has happened in the South China Sea."

Liu Qingmeng murmured to herself, a sense of unease rising in her heart.

She leaped out of the alchemy room and flew towards "Qiwu Manor".

On "Zhenyun Peak", Nascent Soul cultivator Zhao Yan was deducing the formation in front of a huge array plate.

As the lightning and starlight came into view, the array ruler in his hand fell to the ground with a "thud".

"A summons?"

A look of seriousness flashed in Zhao Yan's eyes. He quickly put away the array plate and instructed the disciple beside him, "Keep an eye on Array Cloud Peak. I'll be right back."

After he finished speaking, golden spiritual light emanated from his body, array patterns flickered beneath his feet, and he instantly disappeared from the spot.

The other four guardian armies are: "Extreme Madness Peak", "Divine Firmament Peak", "Sunrise Peak", "Jade Maiden Peak", "Heavenly Craft Hall", and "Enforcement Hall"...

Almost all the idle elders came.

In less than half an incense stick's time, more than twenty immortals had gathered in the council hall of "Qiwu Mountain Villa".

Inside the council chamber, Li Yunjing stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the spiritual light that kept flying in from afar.

Lei Qianzhong stood beside him, watching more and more Nascent Soul cultivators gather, and felt a little more at ease.

With the help of these elite sects, the chances of successfully rescuing "Wanghai City" have increased even further.

"Vice Sect Leader Li!"

Seeing that most of the people had arrived, Zhou Yue cupped his hands in greeting and said, "I have received the summons. May I ask what brings us here today?"

As Zhou Yue finished speaking, Liu Qingmeng, Zhao Yan, and other Nascent Soul cultivators gathered around, their eyes filled with doubt.

"Fellow Daoists, the South China Sea is in dire need of help!"

"The White Bone Cave Master, the Blood Transformation Demon, and other demonic figures have led all the demonic forces in the South China Sea to launch a full-scale attack on 'Wanghai City'!"

Li Yunjing turned to face the crowd, holding up the jade slip inscribed with the battle situation of "Wanghai City," and said in a solemn tone: "Three hundred corrosive marrow ships crashed through the east city wall, three of the twelve Zhenhai Towers collapsed, and seven Nascent Soul cultivators burned their spiritual power to support the city's protective formation. At most, we can only hold out for another three days!"

"Master Ming is currently in seclusion at the Nine Heavens Thunder Pool and should not be disturbed."

He handed the jade slip to Zhou Yue and continued, "The reason I have gathered you all here today is to discuss with you how to immediately assemble reinforcements to aid 'Wanghai City'!"

"How dare these devils be so insolent!"

Zhou Yue took the jade slip, quickly scanned it with his divine sense, and his face instantly turned ashen: "The White Bone Cave Master's 'Ten Thousand Bones Heart-Eating Curse' has actually been cultivated to such a level that it doesn't even spare the corpses of sea creatures!"

"Although there are many alchemists in Wanghai City, they are no match for such evil arts."

Upon hearing this, Liu Qingmeng frowned even more deeply: "My 'Dan Ding Peak' is willing to bring all healing and antidote pills and accompany Vice Sect Leader Li to provide assistance!"

"Zhenyun Peak is also willing to go!"

Zhao Yan stepped forward, his tone firm, "My array formation skills, combined with the array masters of 'Seven Star Peak,' can help stabilize the foundation of the city's protective array and resist the corrupting techniques of demonic cultivators!"

"Thunder Punishment Peak is willing to be the vanguard!"

Zhou Yue gripped the lightning-patterned spear tightly, a fierce glint in his eyes. "I will make those demons taste the power of my 'Divine Firmament Dao Sect's' Thunder Secret Technique!"

Other Nascent Soul cultivators also expressed their willingness, some leading their disciples into battle, others taking charge of logistical support, instantly filling the courtyard with an atmosphere of determination.

In the face of danger in "Wanghai City", almost no one hesitated.

This is an act that cannot be provoked!
We must use swift and decisive measures to suppress this evil lord!

Li Yunjing looked at everyone and nodded in satisfaction.

"Since you fellow Daoists have made up your minds, let us set off immediately!"

He raised his hand to signal everyone to be quiet: "Fellow Daoist Zhou Yue, you will lead the disciples of 'Thunder Punishment Peak' to take the teleportation array as the vanguard and provide support first."

"Leader!"

Without any hesitation, Zhou Yue accepted the order and turned to leave.

Behind him were three Supreme Elders of "Thunder Punishment Peak".

With these four people providing support, the demons' offensive will surely be suppressed in no time.

"Fellow Daoist Liu, you and the disciples of 'Dan Ding Peak' will travel on two 'Divine Firmament Warships' to be responsible for healing and detoxification."

Li Yunjing continued to issue orders.

"Yes!"

Liu Qingmeng nodded and turned to leave, preparing to board the "Shenxiao Warship" to support the front lines.

As for why we didn't use the teleportation array as well?

It's all about saving every penny!
Even a long-distance teleportation array can't teleport repeatedly!
Moreover, with the reinforcements from "Thunder Punishment Peak," the four True Immortals, hundreds of Golden Core cultivators, and an army of eighteen thousand are more than enough to stabilize the battle line.

“Fellow Daoist Zhao Yan, you will travel with the array masters of my Seven Star Peak aboard two Divine Firmament Warships, carrying array plates, to support the city's protective array.”

Li Yunjing continued, "The rest of you, follow me on the remaining 'Sky Patrol Ships' as the main force, heading straight for 'Wanghai City'!"

"Yes!"

Everyone answered in unison, their voices echoing throughout the courtyard.

Li Yunjing said no more, waved his hand, and signaled everyone to get ready.

An hour later, outside the mountain gate, fifteen "Shenxiao Warships" were already fully prepared and ready to set sail.

This time, Li Yunjing has made up his mind to sweep through the South China Sea!

Completely eliminate all hidden dangers!
This time, more than twenty Nascent Soul Realm True Persons were dispatched, plus ten True Persons on the front line, including True Person Nine Nether!
It can be said that almost a huge portion of the power of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" was used!

This force was so powerful that it even surpassed the surprise attack on "Crossing the Mountains" back then!
(End of this chapter)