Chapter 1301 - 560: Large-Scale Assistance
"Isn’t that so?"
"Supreme Elder Lei Ze crossed his arms, a hint of admiration in his eyes: ’Fifty Golden Core cultivators dispatched in batches, and triple access in the Scripture Pavilion. Such meticulous planning, even in our youth, we might not have been so comprehensive. No wonder Ming Lingchuan insists on grooming him as his successor.’"
"Earlier I thought he was too young and reckless, but now it seems he’s a sheathed treasure sword."
Nine Netherworld Supreme Elder’s gaunt face rarely showed a smile, his voice hoarse: "The arrangement of the inspection team, attracting local experts from the East Sea, exudes a fierce intent that resonates with me."
"Ladies and gentlemen, Yunjing has been exceptionally gifted since joining the sect, and more importantly, he possesses a broader vision."
Ming Lingchuan looked at the empty temple gates, a comforting smile on his lips, "This East Sea alliance plan will not only restrain the ’Celestial Net Dao Sect’ but is also a crucial step in our sect’s expansion towards the East Sea."
"He can see far ahead, using Spirit Stones and classics as bait, with pacts and oaths as the hook."
Ming Lingchuan was very satisfied. If not for the current tense situation, he would have been inclined to retire, focus on cultivation, and directly hand the Shenxiao Dao Sect to Li Yunjing.
Unfortunately, Li Yunjing’s cultivation is still too low.
In peaceful times, he could manage the Shenxiao Dao Sect, but not now!
He still needs to contribute to create a peaceful situation for him!
"Though the plan is good, it also harbors risks."
An elderly Supreme Elder slightly nodded, his voice deep: "Three hundred billion Spirit Stones and the opening of the Scripture Pavilion might attract the covetous eyes of other forces. If the Celestial Net Dao Sect learns of it, they’ll surely directly confront us."
"That’s why we need bold young people like Yunjing to maneuver."
Ming Lingchuan’s gaze was firm, "He has already made a great name for himself in the East Sea, and with the assistance of Master of Fiery Fire, Five Elements Master, and others, if this alliance succeeds, the prestige of the Shenxiao Dao Sect will reach greater heights. As for the risks..."
He paused, a fierce light flashed in his eyes, "With us here, I reckon the Celestial Net Dao Sect can’t stir up much trouble."
Everyone in the hall nodded, and for a moment, praises for Li Yunjing were endless.
"This time, let it be me!"
After some discussion among the crowd, the Five Elements Master, who had been silent, spoke up.
"Haha! With you taking action, success is assured!"
Seeing someone volunteer, Ming Lingchuan’s face lit up with a smile.
Everyone is equal, and Ming Lingchuan can only consult with the top Nascent Soul Realm cultivators of the sect; he can’t issue orders.
Now with someone leading, it was a relief to him.
"Alas..."
The Five Elements Master sighed and spoke slowly: "The Celestial Net Dao Sect is difficult to deal with! I am somewhat familiar with the East Sea and know Feiyun Master, Saint Sound Fairy; with me as the alliance leader, I doubt anyone will defy."
No matter how he dislikes meddling, he must attend to sect affairs!
"Good! With such intent, how could I fall behind?"
The Five Elements Master’s words had just fallen when Supreme Elder Lei Ze slammed the armrest of his throne, causing the hall’s candle flames to flicker: "Years ago, I had a fierce battle with the Punishment Venerable of the Celestial Net Dao Sect, eager for a chance to settle old scores!"
Purple lightning crackled around him, and a palpable battle intent spread.
"I may not be adept at fighting, but these Hundred Revolutions Life Extension Pills and Barrier-Breaking Pills are plentiful!"
Supreme Elder Xuanqing stroked his beard and chuckled, throwing out twelve jade bottles with swirling pill patterns: "I’ll be stationed at the alliance’s Pill Hall, ensuring the safety of our cultivators in the rear."
The jade bottles floated in midair, the fragrance of the pills began to form a phantom tower in the hall.
"Those vile creatures lurking in the shadows, leave them to me."
Nine Netherworld Supreme Elder gave a sinister smile, withered fingers sketching eerie runes in the air, and the ground surged with countless skulls formed from black fog: "My ’Soul-Attracting Bell’ hasn’t tasted a strong soul in a long time."
She hadn’t finished speaking when a piercing caw came from outside the hall, as if countless wronged souls were wailing in the void.
Ming Lingchuan saw this, a delighted expression in his eyes, just as he was about to speak, a weathered Supreme Elder in a gray robe slowly rose from the corner.
"Though I’ve been a hidden cultivator for years, I can’t stand idle as the sect faces a crisis."
This person hadn’t said a word before, but now a billowing yellow sand rose and transformed into a coiled sand dragon: "The East Sea is full of water regions, my ’Yellow Sand Escape Technique’ counteracts Water Element techniques, I’ll guard the coastal defenses at ’Yingtian Prefecture’."
For a moment, Nascent Soul Realm cultivators in the hall requested orders, some willing to lead the charge, others to protect logistics, others to infiltrate the enemy’s rear.
"Ladies and gentlemen, your contribution to the sect is Shenxiao’s fortune!"
Ming Lingchuan looked at the spirited crowd, feeling assured, raised his hand slightly, "Once Li Yunjing drafts the specific deployment, we’ll deliberate further. However..."
He scanned the crowd, his expression grave, "’Celestial Net Dao Sect’ is coming fiercely; we must be cautious and not underestimate them."
"Tomorrow, I’ll head to the East Sea, first meeting Feiyun Master, Saint Sound Fairy to finalize the alliance details."
The Five Elements Master slightly nodded, the power of the Five Elements revolving around him, forming five rotating light wheels behind, "Once the major affairs are settled, invite you all to hold the fort."
With that, his figure flashed and transformed into a five-element stream of light disappearing outside the hall.
After everyone had dispersed from the hall, Ming Lingchuan gazed at the empty main hall and murmured to himself, "Yunjing, I hope your plan goes as expected. If we can seize this opportunity to strike a heavy blow to the Celestial Net Dao Sect, Shenxiao Dao Sect’s dominance over the Southern Heaven Continent is well within reach..."