When the Taoist Masters of the various sects heard that they were going straight for Jingqiong Mountain, they couldn't help but be surprised by this decision.
The battle between the two sides was usually like a battle between two cultivators. They would first probe each other, and after roughly understanding each other's strength, they would then use their true methods. They originally thought that they would first attack the Western Heaven's Absolute Domain and set up the altar and restriction formation on the continent before slowly planning their next move.
He did not expect that he would use his full strength right from the start. It was clear that he wanted to decide the outcome of the battle in one go.
The Mountain and Sea Realm was not like the Nine Continents, where it was possible to travel between the two continents in a single day. Whether it was the Frigid North Chasm or the Western Sky Badlands, they were vast areas that would take dozens or even hundreds of days to fly across. Furthermore, there were many blood qi barriers along the way, making it difficult to launch a sneak attack.
Shocking Sky Mountain was the ancestral base of the Heavenly Ghost. It was rumored that there were several Ghost Ancestors in the tribe, plus at least hundreds of Great Sages. Their real strength was not much inferior to the sects of the Nine Continents. If this attack failed, it would be difficult for them to return safely.
That was not all. If this trip failed, then the Eastern Wasteland would definitely not be able to resist, and the Northern Heaven Cold Abyss would be under pressure from two directions. Decades of hard work might be lost overnight.
Zhang Yan smiled and said, "I understand your concerns, but this attack on Tian Gui's ancestral tribe was not a spur of the moment decision. It has long been prepared, so I would like to invite everyone to meet someone."
He nodded to a Daoist child beside him. The latter raised his drum and gently struck the bell hanging at the side. In an instant, the sound traveled far out of the hall.
Everyone felt a gust of cold wind blowing in from outside the hall, and then a middle-aged Daoist with a deep expression appeared in the main hall. His figure was erratic, like smoke and fog. He first cupped his hands towards Zhang Yan and the other two who were seated, then he cupped his hands towards both sides and said, "Greetings, Zhenren."
"Sky Demon?"
Zhu Zhen only needed to sense his aura to know who he was.
Many people didn't show it on the surface, but they couldn't help but be vigilant in their hearts. Right now, the other party was only a clone. His true body was not here, so it would be useless even if he destroyed it.
Someone swept a few glances at Huanzhen Temple and the Spiritual Gate, but they didn't make any moves. He had already vaguely guessed something in his heart.
Zhang Yan pointed at him and said, "This is Daoist Master Sima of the Netherspring Sect. He has personally infiltrated the Western Desolate Domain under I's order for dozens of years to gather information about the Heavenly Ghosts. Now, I know everything about the Heavenly Ghosts. It can be said that I have a general understanding of the situation. "
At this point, he glanced around and said in a clear voice, "Everyone, you don't have to worry. Master Sima is not a demon who has lost his humanity. Although he was previously disturbed by the demonic will, the hidden danger in his body has long been resolved. Other than the difference in the cultivation method, he is actually no different from us."
At this moment, Pu Xuansheng stood up from his seat and said in a deep voice, "I was previously entrusted by Daoist Zhang. Using the secret method of Huanzhen Temple to examine Daoist Master Sima's Qi dynamic, this person can indeed be called a Sky Demon. But rather than saying that he is a Sky Demon, it is better to say that he has taken over the Sky Demon's body. Just like what Daoist Zhang said, there is nothing wrong with it. "
With three Daoist Fan Tu up there, and the head of Huanzhen Temple personally coming out to testify on this matter, the people's wariness towards Sima Quan immediately decreased a lot. Their expressions also softened a little, but they still had their guard up.
Zhang Yan didn't care about these things. As long as the people knew that this person could be used by their side, it was fine. He said again, "Daoist Master Sima, come and tell the Daoists about the details of Jingqiong Mountain."
Sima Quan replied, and he walked to the top of the mountain. After a few steps, he stopped in front of the Jingqiong Mountain. He raised his hand and pressed down. The place suddenly enlarged, almost reaching the height of a person. Just Now, he stopped. He pointed and said, "This is where the Heavenly Ghoul's ancestral Jingqiong Mountain is located."
The people looked and saw that the mountain was like a sword piercing the sky. There were thousands of vines waving around it, and at the end of the vines, there were floating mountains and flying islands. It wasn't that it was still, but it seemed to be floating there slowly.
Ran Xiushu's eyes lit up when she saw this. She clapped her hands and said, "Extraordinary creation, a divine land. Sect Master Daoist Master has chosen a good place."
Many of the Daoists present couldn't help but exclaim in admiration. This place was extraordinary and dangerous, comparable to the Cold Jade Ocean Continent.
Sima Quan said in a deep voice, "This Jingqiong Mountain has three layers of defense. The first layer is the chaotic magnetic force in the mountain that is similar to the natural moat of the four regions. The Great Saints of the Heavenly Ghoul Race also need an artifact called Xiong Jin to pass through."
A few Daoists couldn't help but think about how they should go over.
Zhang Yan smiled and said, "Don't worry, everyone. The 'Skyreach Capital Imperial Palace' under our feet was refined for the purpose of passing through this place."
He nodded to Sima Quan, indicating that they should continue. The latter bowed slightly and waved his hand toward the Jingqiong Mountain. A blood veil rose from the plains outside the mountain and enveloped the entire mountain. He said, "The second layer of defense is a blood and Qi barrier created by several Demon Forefathers of the Heavenly Ghoul Race. Those who aren't from the Heavenly Ghoul Race will find it difficult to approach. In the Mountain and Sea Realm, this kind of defense can only be broken by people with similar cultivation. However, these Ghost Forefathers are from the same race, so the defense is even stronger."
Yue Xuanxiao said calmly, "There's no need to say anything else. When the time comes, I will cut it open with my sword."
Sima Quan nodded and raised his hand to pat the Jingqiong Mountain. Before long, a dense number of small dots jumped out and surrounded the mountain. "As for the third layer, it is the most precious defensive treasure of the Heavenly King City. It is called the World Reflector Pagoda, and there are millions of them. It is not something that Heavenly Ghouls can refine. It was passed down by a power from beyond the heavens. It is comparable to our Nine Continents' Great Protective Formation. It is the biggest obstacle in our way."
Zhang Yan stretched out his hand and made a grabbing motion. A stream of water vapor appeared out of thin air. He opened his palm and saw a deep stream of water vapor swirling in his palm. "This is Murky Serene Water. Any treasure of the five elements will be dissolved once it comes into contact with it. It can be used to break the World Reflector Pagoda."
Sima Quan cupped his hands and said, "So Daoist already has a way to break it. I was thinking too much."
Qi Hongchan said from his seat, "Are the Heavenly Ghouls' ancestors not here?"
Sima Quan replied, "The ancestors of the Heavenly Ghouls are sleeping in the wilderness outside the Jingqiong Mountain. They are not in this mountain. They can only be awakened by a blood sacrifice. However, if someone with similar cultivation breaks through their blood qi barrier, they may be alarmed."
Sect Leader Qin said slowly, "I, Sect Leader Yue, and Hall Master Du Zhen will deal with those Heavenly Ghouls' ancestors together. Daoists, you don't have to worry about them."
Sima Quan looked around and said, "I have been hiding in the Heavenly King City for dozens of years. Although I have heard a lot of secrets, the Heavenly Ghouls have been operating here for a long time. I can't guarantee that I have seen through all the secrets. There may be some powerful arrangements that I haven't discovered. Fortunately, this shouldn't be able to stop the Daoists here. I just want to remind you that the hundreds of millions of people in King City are the most elite of the Heavenly Ghouls. Even if the rest of the tribes are killed, the people here can still make a comeback. However, if they are exterminated, the rest of the tribes will no longer be a concern. "
At this point, he smiled deeply and stretched out his hand. With a light push, the Jingqiong Mountain Peak that was formed by the gathering of smoke, clouds, and dust immediately collapsed!
The sound of the quake reverberated in the hall for a long time. Just Now, it dissipated.
At this moment, Zhang Yan's gaze fell and said, "We will set off for this place in a moment. Daoist Sima, please keep an eye on the movements here. If there are any changes, report to me immediately."
Sima Quan cupped his hands and bowed to the seat. His body slowly dissipated and disappeared.
Zhang Yan turned his gaze to the seat of the Spiritual Gate and said, "Master Xue, this trip to the Western Desolate Domain will take a long time. Let's make some illusions so that they will mistakenly think that we are still in the Northern Cold Abyss."
Sima Quan had previously reported to him that there was an informant hidden in the Blue Feather Pavilion. He believed that the informant was paying attention to their every move. It was a good time to make use of it and deceive the informant with illusions so that it would be easier to carry out their mission.
Xue Dingyuan stood up and bowed. He said, "I will solemnly accept the decree."
Zhang Yan nodded slightly and said to the outside of the hall, "Bring it up."
As soon as the door of the hall opened, more than thirty people walked up with jade plates. The items on the plates were covered with jade brocade. There were jade beads hanging at the four corners, obviously suppressing the spiritual vigor within.
Zhang Yan waited for them to arrive before he waved his sleeves and removed the jade brocade. On each jade plate, there was a Dharma Artifact that shone with a myriad of colors.
He said in a clear voice, "Since occupying the Cold Jade Ocean Province, you have killed many Demon Saints. Those who offered up their Qi and blood were mostly devoured by that ferocious creature. Their bodies were refined into these instruments. If Zhenrens find them to your liking, please take them and refine them."
Many of the Zhenrens present were instantly interested. Although they did not lack in instruments, the instruments refined from the bodies of these Demon Saints had their own uniqueness. Moreover, with a great battle at hand, anything that could enhance one's strength was never too much.
Immediately, a few of them reached out and took the instruments. They then placed them into their Dharmakayas to refine them patiently.
Zhang Yan knew that this would take at least a few hours. Moreover, he had to wait for Xue Dingyuan to finish the arrangements. They could only move when dawn arrived. Thus, he used his spirit to communicate with the divine beast Black Tortoise. After a while, a spiritual light rose from the Cold Jade Ocean Province and flew towards the south.
There was still a Demon Ancestor in the Hundred Southern Luo Continent. It must have colluded with the force from beyond the heavens. That day, when the demon sensed his arrival, it retreated. Because Liu Yanyi and Tian Kun, the two disciples were present, and they were not clear about the details of the Hundred Southern Luo Continent, they let it go.
However, once they made a move under the Shocking Sky Mountain, they could not hide from the demon. It might take the opportunity to attack.
The Northern Heaven Cold Abyss was guarded by the Great Kun, so it was not afraid of external enemies. However, the Hundred Countries of the Eastern Wasteland could not withstand its power. Thus, the Black Tortoise was sent to watch over it.
The night passed quickly. The Zhenrens had already finished refining the instrument.
After Zhang Yan discussed with the two sect masters, he flicked his finger toward the sky. A ray of mana entered the pivot on the top of the hall. The palace city rumbled and flew up.
However, this time, it did not travel in the direction of the Western Sky Border. Instead, it went up. Not long after, it broke through the air barrier and fell into the void. At this point, the palace city did not slow down. It looked like it was going to the depths of the void.
The Zhenrens were a little surprised at first. However, they all guessed that it was going to happen. They no longer paid attention to it and each of them adjusted their breathing and cultivation.
After traveling like this for a few days, the palace city turned and turned to the west. It traveled in the void several times and only stopped after about two months.
If there were Great Divines among the Heavenly Ghosts standing on the peak of the Shocking Sky Mountain and looking up, they would see that the palace city was hanging right above their heads.
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