Longevity: Starting as a Sect Servant

"This Array is immensely powerful; it was devised with the full efforts of the four Guardian Elders of our Celestial Pearl Sacred Land, specifically tailored for this place. Rest assured, with this Array, you will certainly be able to enter and gain fortune!"

On the treasure ship, Dao Qian explained the key points of the Array to everyone, even including the people from Dao Mountain in the arrangements.

The more Li An listened, the colder his heart grew. No wonder Dao Qian sought out the people from Dao Mountain; he intended to use them as cannon fodder.

This place is extremely difficult to approach, just as Yunxi said, filled with massive life-devouring forces. Unless one’s Life Seed is fully developed, they cannot withstand it. Yet, Dao Qian planned to use lives to fill the void, ensuring he claimed the fortune for himself, showcasing his ruthless tactics.

Although Dao Qian is a Saint Child, within Celestial Pearl Sacred Land, he cannot truly control his many talented peers. The people accompanying him are his most loyal followers, and beyond them, he had no one else to use. He dared not sacrifice the elite of the Sacred Land, as it would cause great repercussions within the Sacred Land. Therefore, he involved the people from Dao Mountain to minimize Celestial Pearl Sacred Land’s losses.

Understanding this, Li An realized why Yunxi said Dao Qian harbored devious intentions before she left.

Continuing to listen, Li An responded perfunctorily. When the arrangements for the Array were set, he finally saw Li Nianxue walking from the direction of the ship’s cabin.

However, at this moment, Li Nianxue appeared inexplicably despondent, with an unhidden sorrow in her eyes. Li An was quite surprised, as she was usually very strong, not showing such expression even when betrothed to Dao Qian for marriage.

"What’s wrong?" Li An asked via voice transmission.

"It’s nothing... just some personal matters, not bothering the Supreme about it."

"There’s a problem with Dao Qian’s Array; he plans to use the people of Dao Sect as cannon fodder."

Since Li Nianxue didn’t disclose, Li An refrained from further questioning, merely informing her about the Array. Upon hearing it, Li Nianxue paused in surprise, and her sorrowful expression was replaced with urgency. She said, "Supreme... then what should we do?"

"Leaving directly isn’t appropriate; it could alert them. You should inform others, and when the Array activates, retreat together. This way, the people of Celestial Pearl Sacred Land will be hindered by the Array and unable to pursue us..."

Li An secretly planned and continued, "However, Dao Qian’s Guardian would be troublesome. If he pilots the treasure ship to chase us, we won’t escape. We must distract him."

"Therefore, someone needs to stay and attack Dao Qian, so he has to protect Dao Qian, unable to spare any effort, giving others a chance to survive."

"I’ll stay."

Li Nianxue resolutely replied, seemingly determined, "They won’t kill me."

Li An agreed.

She took a deep breath, remaining calm, walked to Dao Qian’s side, and inquired about the Array, volunteering to join. Dao Qian was naturally pleased and arranged her in a position adjacent to himself since she couldn’t be sacrificed and needed to survive.

Unintentionally, Li Nianxue walked by An Li and others, informing them through voice transmission.

Soon, the Array was set, and everyone left the ship, heading towards the void ahead. The powerful void forces almost tore people apart.

"Activate--"

With a loud shout, Saint Child Dao Qian activated the Immortal Power. The energy of their Life Nourishing Immortal Skill surged forth, and in the void, a mysterious force seemed ready to devour their life energy.

"Go--"

At that moment, An Li roared, releasing his hold and withdrawing from the Array.

Li Qingran, Fen Yuan, and others also retreated without hesitation.

"What!?"

Dao Qian’s face changed drastically. What was happening? Why did the people of Dao Mountain suddenly leave? Did they notice something?

No way. This Array was crafted by a Golden Immortal level Immortal Array Master of Celestial Pearl Sacred Land, and there wasn’t any renowned Immortal Array Master in Dao Mountain to decipher it!

"We can’t let them escape--"

Dao Qian shouted, but at this moment, his followers were all within the Array, unable to withdraw. Dao Qian struggled to free one hand to stop An Li’s imminent sword strike on his Array.

This sword strike embodied An Li’s will to win, with boundless Sword Intent that alarmed the void. Even the Profound Immortal Dao Qian’s expression changed. If the Array failed, he would be finished; hence, he focused on defending the Array against An Li.

Yet, with this mere halt, the Dao Sect people had already scattered.

"Chen Elder, quickly pursue--"

Dao Qian shouted. The treasure ship outside was already moving, but just then, he felt a wave of coldness coming. Li Nianxue, unbeknownst to him, charged forward.

Her methods were ruthless, with the Three Flowers Gathering at the Top, Immortal Power surging, signaling a desperate stance.

Now holding the Array, Dao Qian couldn’t spare much effort to deal with her.

"Li Nianxue, stop!"

"Impudent!"

Tan Qingxue and Chen Elder noticed hurriedly intervening to subdue Li Nianxue.

...

Li An and others fled in all directions.

According to their agreement, they would regroup after escaping, but Li An deviated from the planned route, traveling through the void, altering his appearance, concealing his presence, with his Life Seed resisting the chaos of the void.

Escape intended not only to avoid danger but also as an opportunity for independent action.