"Uncle-Master, where are we going?"
Lu Ping followed Perfected Liang Xuanfeng as they sprinted towards the center of Silver Sword Island.
"We're leaving Silver Sword Island."
Perfected Liang Xuanfeng did not slow down even after saying those words. However, he still maintained a calm expression that no one could tell that he was anxious.
Lu Ping hesitated. "Uncle-Master, I don't think it's appropriate for us to leave just like that!"
Perfected Liang Xuanfeng turned to look at Lu Ping and sighed. "Kong Shang Laozu is just a cover. I'm afraid Silver Sword Island won't be able to hold on much longer. We have to leave before the teleportation formation is sealed. If the demons launch a full-scale attack, Silver Sword Island will seal the teleportation formation for the sake of a common enemy, allowing entry but not exit!"
Lu Ping took a deep breath and whispered, "Then why don't we tell the cultivators on Silver Sword Island? If the island falls, how many cultivators will survive?"
Perfected Liang Xuanfeng could not help but scold, "How many people will believe you? Silver Sword Island is one of the three major islands of Skyrend. Skyrend will definitely defend it to the death unless it's absolutely necessary. The moment you say that, the cultivators of Skyrend will first punish you for disturbing the morale of the army. "
Lu Ping was stunned and did not say anything else. Skyrend might know that the demons were launching a full-scale attack, but they did not spread the news. Lu Ping's heart turned cold. "Skyrend wants to use all the cultivators on Silver Sword Island to fight against the demons. Even if they can't defend Silver Sword Island, they'll deal a heavy blow to the demons."
As expected, Patriarch Kong Shang's attack had taken up too much of Patriarch Wondrous Sword's attention. By the time the two of them arrived at Silver Sword Island's teleportation array, it was still open. On the contrary, many cultivators had heard that the Yao Race was besieging the island and rushed over to help.
Enlightened Master Liang Xuanfeng and Lu Ping looked at each other. It was too late for them to use the long-distance teleportation array as it would take too long. Not only did they have to get permission from the Silver Sword Island cultivators, but they also had to inform the cultivators at the destination beforehand. But now, the Silver Sword Island was likely to close the teleportation array soon.
"To Golden Sword Island!"
Sage Liang Xuanfeng handed a bag of spirit stones to the cultivator from Sky Fissure Sword Faction and the two of them stood on the teleportation array. Soon, the teleportation array lit up and a group of cultivators from Sky Fissure Sword Faction, each carrying a great sword on their back, walked towards the teleportation array. The three Enlightened Masters in the lead said something to the cultivator guarding the teleportation array.
The cultivator guarding the teleportation formation abruptly turned his head and said, "Close the teleportation formation. From now on, Silver Sword Island will be under martial law. No one is allowed to leave!"
The cultivator had only just said that when the teleportation formation shone brightly. Perfected Liang Xuanfeng and Lu Ping disappeared into the light. In the end, Skyrend was still one step too late.
By the time the two of them arrived at Heaven Essence City from Golden Sword Island, three days had already passed. Long-distance teleportation formations were so troublesome. Not only did each teleportation cost a great deal of spirit stones, there was also a limit to the number of teleportation slots. The cultivators on both sides had to make preparations in advance to prevent people from plotting against them.
Along the way, Lu Ping told Perfected Liang Xuanfeng about some of the important things that had happened to him over the past few years. Perfected Liang Xuanfeng was very impressed. "I didn't think you'd manage your own force in the Fallen Secret Region. It's a treasure land. If you manage it well, it'll be a rich foundation for your future cultivation. Unfortunately, we have to return to Jing Zhe Island as soon as possible. Otherwise, we could take a look at your Soundwave Manor."
Lu Ping asked curiously, "Why are you in such a hurry, Uncle-Master? What's wrong with staying on my Cang Ling Island for a couple of days?"
Perfected Liang Xuanfeng said, "I'm afraid it won't work this time. I've already received a decree from Celestial Phenomenon Laozu. I need to return to Jing Zhe Island as soon as possible. You and I will rest for a day. Tomorrow, we'll have to cross the Fallen Secret Region. Although there won't be much danger along the way, the humans and demons of the East Sea have already started fighting. We need to be careful.
This trip will take at least half a month. "Lu Ping hesitated and asked," Uncle-Master, are you guarding Perfected Plum from the Listening Villa? "
Perfected Liang Xuanfeng looked at Lu Ping and said, "That's right!"
"Then has she entered the Dharma stage?"
"Not yet, but she has passed the most dangerous period. She has merged with a mid-tier Heaven Spirit item and achieved an eighth-tier Golden Core. Although there are still a few more hurdles before she can enter the Dharma stage, I believe with her ability, she won't give anyone a chance."
Perfected Liang Xuanfeng sighed. At the same time, there was a hint of envy in his eyes. He thought for a moment and said, "Don't ask too much about her and don't tell anyone else. She has too many conflicts with our sect. It's useless to talk about it now."
The next day, just as the two were about to leave Qianyuan City, a piece of news that shook the North Sea spread.
The Silver Sword Island had been conquered by the demons!
For a moment, the East Sea was in an uproar!
The Silver Sword Island was one of the five major sects of the East Sea, one of the three major bases of Skyrend. The island was guarded by the Dharma Laozu all year round, but it was easily conquered after being surrounded by the demons for three days!
However, when more detailed information arrived, everyone sucked in a breath of cold air.
This time, the Kun clan had gone crazy. They actually sent three Dharma Laozu led by Kong Shang Laozu. In addition to the three Dharma Laozu from other clans, a total of six Laozu besieged the Silver Sword Island.
Although a Sword Comprehension Laozu from Skyrend and two Laozu from the nearby sects came to help, the Silver Sword Island was still outnumbered. After using the island's protective formation to injure the two Dharma Laozu, the Sword Comprehension Laozu from Skyrend was also heavily injured.
The Silver Sword Island's protective formation was broken, and the demons launched a large-scale attack on the island. After a fierce battle, both sides suffered heavy losses. The human cultivators had no choice but to retreat, and the Silver Sword Island fell.
It was said that more than 30 Core Forging Realm experts from the Silver Sword Island had fallen in this battle, and even more were heavily injured. The remaining Blood Condensation Realm cultivators were also innumerable. Due to the island's protective formation, the demonic cultivators suffered even greater losses. They had lost more than 40 Core Forging Realm experts. However, the gains from conquering the Silver Sword Island were more than enough for the demonic cultivators to recoup their losses.
It was said that the Kun clan had launched a large-scale attack on the island because one of Kong Shang Laozu's grandsons had been assassinated by a human cultivator. In a fit of rage, Kong Shang Laozu had gathered so many cultivators to conquer the Silver Sword Island.
The humans and demons had been enemies for a long time. Although the death of Kong Shang Laozu's grandson wasn't the main reason, it was still a trigger. In a short period of time, the human cultivator who had assassinated Kong Shang Laozu's grandson became the most famous figure in the East Sea.
At this time, the most famous figure in the East Sea was carefully traversing the inner layer of the Fallen Secret Land with Reverend Liang Xuanfeng. The inner layer was mostly occupied by the East Sea's large forces, rogue cultivators, independent forces, and even demon cultivators. The cultivators stationed here were at least in the late Core Forging stage, so it wasn't unusual for Reverend Laozu to appear here. Moreover, the special characteristics of the Fallen Secret Land meant that humans, demons, and humans would always assume the worst of each other. Killing and robbing was normal, but they would never provoke someone they couldn't afford to provoke.
Reverend Liang Xuanfeng carefully released his late Core Forging stage aura along the way. He didn't provoke them, nor did he show any signs of weakness, so their journey was smooth.
After flying in the Fallen Mystery Land for over ten days, a mid-sized island with a circumference of over a hundred miles finally showed its vague outline in the secret land, which was shrouded in mist all year round.
Jing Zhe Island was the stronghold that Zhenling had established in the Fallen Secret Land. One of Zhenling's three mid Dharma Laozu cultivators, Celestial Phenomenon Laozu, was stationed here.
Before the two of them reached Jing Zhe Island, they saw two cultivators flying towards them.
"Is that Brother Xuanfeng?"
Reverend Liang Xuanfeng laughed and said, "Are you Brother Xuanrong and Brother Xuantong? I am Xuanfeng! "
When they got closer, Lu Ping finally got a good look at Reverend Xuanrong and Reverend Xuantong. They looked to be in their forties, but Reverend Xuanrong already had a long beard.
"Brother, who is this young friend?"
Reverend Xuanrong asked curiously when he saw Lu Ping standing beside Reverend Liang Xuanfeng.
"Haha, this is Sister Xuanling's disciple. His surname is Lu, and his name is Xuanping!"
Reverend Liang Xuanfeng pointed at Lu Ping and introduced him to the two.
Lu Ping stepped forward and bowed respectfully. "Disciple Lu Ping greets the two Uncle-Masters."
Reverend Xuanrong and Reverend Xuantong looked at each other in shock and hurriedly said, "Martial Nephew Xuanping, please rise!"
When Lu Ping stood up straight, Reverend Xuanrong sighed and said, "I heard that Sister Xuanling took in a male disciple about ten years ago. He was only at the Eighth Level of the Blood Condensation Realm when he went missing during the Beast Tide. Who would have thought that in just a few years, Martial Nephew Lu's cultivation would have reached such a level?
It's really amazing! "Although Reverend Xuanrong addressed Lu Ping as a martial nephew, his tone showed that he was treating Lu Ping as a peer.
Lu Ping smiled. "Back then, Martial Nephew Xuanling was framed by vile people. Luckily, I didn't die and obtained some opportunities in the East Sea. That's how I broke through to the Core Forging stage."
Reverend Xuantong nodded. "We've heard about what happened to you. I heard that Sister Xuanling lost her temper and even angered some people. But you came back at the right time."
Lu Ping was puzzled. Reverend Liang Xuanfeng was surprised. "Could it be …"
Reverend Xuantong nodded. "That's right. A few days ago, we received news that Sister Xuanling has successfully condensed her Dharma Form, becoming our sect's eighth Dharma Form, Laozu. The sect will hold a Dharma Form Assembly for her in a month's time, inviting all the sects in the North Sea to congratulate her. Martial Nephew Lu's cultivation has improved greatly, which is great news for Sister Xuanling!"
Lu Ping was overjoyed. "Is that true, Uncle-Master?"
But then he realized that his words were inappropriate. It was as if he was questioning Reverend Xuantong.
Reverend Xuantong didn't mind. He smiled. "Of course. Please return to the island. Brother Xuanfeng, you should go and see Uncle-Master Tianxiang first. Don't let him wait too long."
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