My Crazy Upgrade System

It didn’t take long. Soon, the Spirit Race members sent to scout returned one after another, bringing Yi Tianyun the latest intelligence on the Netherworld Empire.

The information they had gathered was relatively simple. There were about four Void Spirit experts remaining. The most powerful among them were the Netherworld Emperor and the National Preceptor. The rest were National Guardian Generals, whose cultivation was also formidable, all at the second or third level of the Void Spirit Stage.

As for Core Formation experts, their numbers were still significant, with at least twenty or more. Yi Tianyun had already killed quite a few, so it was unexpected that so many were left. The Netherworld Empire’s foundation was truly substantial.

Additionally, they heard the Netherworld Empire was preparing to send experts over to crush them. The Empire was determined to settle the score for their losses against the Spirit Race, and for the Spirit Race to reappear at such a critical time was, in the Empire’s eyes, a death wish.

Some of those present felt that Yi Tianyun’s actions were quite irrational. This was equivalent to exposing the Spirit Race and plunging the entire Celestial Cloud Mansion into crisis. If they had operated in secret, there certainly would have been no problem.

The Spirit Race had always prioritized stealth. If they had slowly worn down the Netherworld Empire over time, they could have definitely inflicted damage. But Yi Tianyun had exposed them all, undoubtedly making their operation more difficult.

Yi Tianyun knew full well that this approach would be safer; a sneak attack was always much easier than a frontal assault. ’But I have to complete the main quest! All those experience rewards, all that Madness Value, and all that Sin Value.’

From the perspective of those present who understood strategy, Yi Tianyun’s method was undoubtedly a massive failure—a fundamentally wrong approach.

But from Yi Tianyun’s perspective, this was the only way; otherwise, he couldn’t get the main quest rewards. ’Once I break through to the Void Spirit Stage and my Madness Value is upgraded again,’ he thought, ’it will be the Netherworld Empire’s nightmare!’

With eight times Madness Mode, he had already crushed the National Preceptor. And now? The outcome was obvious. He was already determined to flatten the Netherworld Empire.

He was going to strike them while they were down. The Netherworld Empire hadn’t recovered yet, so it was the best time to press the attack and utterly crush them. He had already discussed this with Ren Long and the others. Once arrangements were made on their end, they would send people to rendezvous.

After understanding the general situation, a silence fell over the conference room. It was unclear what everyone was thinking.

"Mm, I have a general idea now," Yi Tianyun said, breaking the silence. "Once the people from the Celestial Dragon Empire arrive, we will gather all our forces at the Celestial Cloud Mansion, fly directly to the Netherworld Continent, and flatten the Netherworld Empire!"

His words shattered the silence, but they were so shocking that many turned to stare at him in horror. ’Launch a direct attack? Is he insane?’

"Mansion Master, this... this is very unwise! The situation in the Netherworld Empire is extremely dangerous, and our intelligence is only a small piece of the puzzle. The Empire’s true power is not as simple as it seems on the surface. We’ve heard that the Netherworld Empire has several old monsters sleeping in seclusion. If the Empire faces a true crisis, they will all emerge. This is no laughing matter!"

"That’s right! We’re already completely exposed, especially the Spirit Race. That alone is incredibly dangerous. To launch a proactive attack now... that’s just suicide!"

"The Netherworld Empire is a behemoth; it won’t be easy to deal with. Mansion Master, you must act with caution!"

The voices of opposition came not from the Spirit Gate or the Merak Sect, but from the people of the Celestial Extreme Mansion. Their loyalty wasn’t particularly high. Yi Tianyun had spent little time with them, and they had always been managed by other elders. Although some knew that Yi Tianyun’s strength was not to be underestimated, they hadn’t followed him for long and their trust in him wasn’t strong, so they immediately raised objections.

The members of the Spirit Gate and the Merak Sect, however, were completely centered on Yi Tianyun. Whatever he said, they would do, without a hint of hesitation. It might seem unwise, but they figured Yi Tianyun must have his own plan. Even if they failed, they were prepared to accept that fate.

But Yi Tianyun did have his own plan—to complete the main quest. He just couldn’t say it out loud here.

"I’m just moving the timeline up a bit. Do you really think the Netherworld Empire will just stay quiet and never come out?" Yi Tianyun said calmly. "The intelligence we’ve received indicates that the Netherworld Empire’s ambition for conquest has not diminished; in fact, it will only grow stronger. The Celestial Extreme Mansion is one of their targets. This place will have at most a year or two of peace. What do you think you can accomplish in one or two years?"

According to the information gathered by the Spirit Race, their sensitivity to Spiritual Power was very keen. They could sense a powerful force building up deep within the Netherworld Empire. The Empire’s ambition was immense, and some power was accumulating. It was unclear when it would erupt, but one thing was certain: it wouldn’t be long.

Once it did, it would bring devastation to all living things. Whether you had provoked the Netherworld Empire or not, the result would be a dead end.

Everyone looked at each other. No one could deny his words.

"So many times we have been on the defensive. This time, we will take the initiative and strike a heavy blow against the Netherworld Empire!" Yi Tianyun said in a deep voice. "I believe that with our strength, we can absolutely flatten the Netherworld Empire! Even if we can’t destroy it completely, we can at least crush their morale!"

"Destroy the Netherworld Empire... where does the Mansion Master’s confidence come from?" They were still too afraid of the Netherworld Empire and felt a lack of trust in Yi Tianyun, their leader.

"Because I have them. Understand?" The gazes of Shi Xueyun and the others beside Yi Tianyun sharpened. They hadn’t said a single word from the beginning, choosing to silently support him. This was the source of his confidence!

It might seem ridiculous, but for Yi Tianyun, having their support was all he needed.

With his strength alone, he was capable of taking on anything. With their support, he felt even more confident. It was that simple.

Just then, a Guard rushed in from outside, raised his hand in a salute, and announced, "Reporting to the Mansion Master, there are experts from the Celestial Dragon Empire outside seeking an audience!"

"Quick, let them in!" Yi Tianyun’s eyes lit up. They had finally finished their business and arrived.

A moment later, the familiar figures of Ren Long and his companions appeared. They brought a group of experts with them, but Ren Zhirou had not come. She needed to stay behind to guard the Celestial Dragon Empire and ensure its safety, preventing anyone from taking advantage of their absence.

However, the many experts Ren Long brought with him instantly filled the grand hall with a formidable presence.

"Ren, you’re here!" Yi Tianyun strode forward to greet him.

"Mm. You asked us to come, how could we not?" Ren Long said with a smile.

"Alright then. Prepare to set out now. We’re heading straight for the Netherworld Empire!" Yi Tianyun’s eyes burned with intensity. He had just been waiting for their arrival to depart, without any delay.