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Chapter 493: Liushiqian's Trouble
Chapter 493: Liushiqian's Trouble
"Hsss... Hsss..."
In the hall enveloped by white mist, only heavy breathing could be heard.
Ke Shi San's Foundation Stone, which had been embedded in Shen Yi's forehead, now knelt on the ground, supporting his body with his arms, his shoulders trembling as if his entire being had lost its soul.
He was still immersed in the vision of parting the myriad stars, and in his sight, there appeared an additional figure in a black shirt and a pair of fair and delicate hands as white as jade.
Only those who had truly experienced it would understand.
Struggling desperately in the perfectly round Heavenly Transformation Nine-Nine, he finally found a glimmer of hope, only to encounter true terror at the end of the path to survival.
That sense of despair and powerlessness was like a vast tide, drowning him.
"..."
The Winged Silkworm glanced at the Dragon Progeny and quietly swallowed, suddenly feeling relieved that his mind wasn't the sharpest.
Shen Yi gave Ke Shi San ample time to recover, as he still had many uses for him.
Moreover, such a lengthy deduction process could easily drive one to the brink of sanity.
He began to gather the Demonic Essence, reshaping the soul of the Crimson-Eyed Phoenix.
【Remaining Demonic Lifespan: 1,663,000 years】
In reality, reshaping the Phoenix's soul should be considered a losing deal.
After all, there was already a Phoenix Foundation Stone in the Dao Palace.
But after seeing Su Hongxiu's decline, Shen Yi felt that a powerful body would still be useful. After all, there were so many strange methods in the world, and one might not be able to summon the Dao Palace or manipulate spirit energy one day, so having an extra backup plan was always beneficial.
As eleven strands of Demonic Essence were infused into the Phoenix's soul...
The graceful lady stood before Shen Yi once more, still as elegant as before, but with a touch of timidity on her face, making her appear even more charming.
"Phoenix pays respect to my master," she said cautiously, bowing slightly without even adjusting her clothing.
Shen Yi nodded slightly but didn't rush to deduce the cultivation technique. Instead, he glanced at her and asked, "Was it your own decision to kill the Daoist Priest, or did someone else from the sect instruct you to do so?"
If it were the latter, it would indicate that someone within the Heavenly Sword Sect could no longer contain their impatience and might even be vying for their own Daoist Priest's Dao Unification Realm Site.
In that case, sitting on a juicy piece of meat like the Southern Yang Sect's treasure site, he would undoubtedly be targeted as well, and he needed to be cautious.
"This has nothing to do with the Dao Unification Realm Site. It was purely the Phoenix's impulsive decision to seek revenge on the Heavenly Sword Sect."
After enduring the torment of the Demonic Essence, the Phoenix seemed to have become much more subdued.
After speaking, she paused, as if remembering something: "If my master has any concerns, the one with the most ill-intent towards you in the Heavenly Sword Sect is undoubtedly Elder Liu Xingshan. He is extremely powerful and has great seniority. If not for the Heavenly Sword Sect's Daoist Priest's astonishing talent and decisive nature, who took advantage of the Cycle Sword Art's perfection to severely injure him, it might not have been possible to intimidate him in the past."
An elder who even their own Daoist Priest couldn't control would hardly be convinced by a young "Sect Master" of the Southern Yang Sect.
"Understood."
Shen Yi memorized this name and then reached out to retrieve the Phoenix back into the panel.
The next moment, the vast Demonic Lifespan once again surged towards the Immortal Phoenix Divine Body.
Since gaining free access to the Treasure Pavilion, Shen Yi hadn't attempted to forcibly deduce cultivation techniques for a long time, and he was a bit unaccustomed to it at first.
【In the first year, you showed this true Phoenix the Heavenly Phoenix residing among your Spirit Infancy Organs...】
"Hmm."
Seeing Shen Yi close his eyes again, Ke Shi San finally heaved a sigh of relief.
However, upon noticing his master's face, pale to the point of looking sickly, the fear in his heart inexplicably intensified.
After all, during the previous deduction of the Heavenly Transformation Nine-Nine, not only had he suffered, but his master had also endured the same.
Now, he was entering that illusion again without hesitation.
Moreover, during the previous deduction, his master had even vomited and convulsed, but now he seemed to have become accustomed to enduring this prolonged ordeal. Wasn't this also a kind of talent?
"Sigh."
At this thought, Ke Shi San slowly stood up, sighed, and decided not to be overly optimistic. Once the Phoenix's deduction was complete, he would likely have to return to the 'prison' again.
Beyond the wooden door, surrounded by white mist...
The youth in the black shirt sat cross-legged, with two Foundation Stones guarding his sides. In the quiet room, only the white-haired and bearded old man repeatedly murmured Xuan Qing's name.
...
On the Southern Yang Sect's relief sculpture.
Figure after figure emerged from within the sect, all wearing the Qingyue long robes.
"Hey! Seniors, what's going on?" Li Qingfeng hurriedly chased after them, forcing a smile, "You're leaving in such a hurry, I didn't even have time to see you off."
Although the Southern Yang Sect already had many powerful cultivators, including some in the late Return to Void stage, such as the Water Moon Commerce Alliance's honored guest.
Despite their origins in the Immortal Sect, the elders of Qingyue Sect were far more adept at imparting teachings and guiding disciples compared to those from the outside world.
Li Qingfeng wondered what he had done to offend these people. After sending him a simple message, they were in such a hurry to leave. Could it be that they had a conflict with the Nan Yang Sect's executives?
Putting aside the matter of imparting teachings, the sect leader was not involved, and Li Qingfeng dared not create trouble for the Nan Yang Sect with the Qingyue Sect.
"Young Li, you've misunderstood," the Qingyue Sect's executives said with a wry smile, as if they could read his thoughts. "It's not what you think. Our sect has encountered some issues and urgently needs manpower. I'm afraid we won't be able to assist your sect for the time being."
"What kind of major issue could cause the Qingyue Sect such a headache?" Li Qingfeng's expression changed slightly. With the Seven Sons Assembly approaching, he didn't want to hear any news that might affect the sect leader.
"It's not that serious, and it's not directly related to the Qingyue Sect," they explained as they bid farewell with a bow. "One of our elders oversees nearly forty vassal forces. Recently, these forces have been frequently troubled by demons. It seems like a powerful demon is targeting them. After we resolve this matter, we will return to impart teachings."
Upon hearing this, Li Qingfeng had no reason to keep them, so he watched as they summoned the Qingyue treasure ship and departed.
Given his extremely curious nature, Li Qingfeng had already inquired about the situation.
These executives and outer sect elders were all under Elder Liu Shiqian, who had treated the Nan Yang Sect very well.
Unfortunately, the Nan Yang Sect was currently struggling to protect itself, and there wasn't much they could do to help. They could only hope that the Qingyue Sect would successfully resolve the issue.
Thinking of this, Li Qingfeng shook his head and returned to the Nan Yang Sect's territory.
At the same time, the Qingyue treasure ship quickly returned to the Qingyue Sect.
Several executives and outer sect elders rushed into the light barrier, returning to the inner sect. They had intended to go directly to the bamboo tower to find Elder Liu, but upon receiving a message, they turned and swiftly headed towards the Elder Hall.
"It seems more serious than we imagined," they whispered to each other, their hearts filled with unease.
Given Elder Liu's preference for solitude, he rarely left the bamboo tower unless a significant event occurred.
When they arrived at the hall, they saw a stern-faced, slender middle-aged man seated in the main position, diligently writing and issuing orders. As each order was given, groups of executives departed, quickly heading outside the sect.
In a short time, more than half of the people in the hall had left.
"Qianyun, what's going on now?" they asked the young woman in the crowd in a low voice.
"My father..." Liu Qianyun seemed anxious, but she quickly corrected herself, "The elder oversees nearly forty vassal forces. In just three days, they have all been plagued by demons. The jade slips seeking aid are piling up on the table."
"The other party's intentions are too obvious; they're clearly targeting Elder Liu... But no matter how we search, we can't identify the person behind it."
"... "
Hearing this, the executives fell silent.
The last half of the sentence was more shocking than the first.
For so many executives and outer sect elders to be at a loss, the opponent was at least as powerful as the White Jade Capital's elders, or perhaps even more influential.
"Didn't you ask Elder Ko Lao Si?"
Logically, this dragon descendant, who controlled the waters closest to the Nan Hong's Seven Sons, should have intervened in such a significant matter.
"We did," Liu Qianyun said helplessly. "It replied with a letter, leaving only a vague response before going silent."
"Damn it!" The executives clenched their teeth. Such a perfunctory response was clearly a snub to Elder Liu.
If an elder couldn't even protect their vassals, they would undoubtedly be criticized for dereliction of duty.
"Quiet," Elder Liu Shiqian said, raising his head and gently reminding them.
Then, with a glance, he signaled for them to come forward and receive their assignments.
Several more jade slips landed in their palms.
Liu Qianyun also received one.
Taking advantage of their father-daughter relationship, she mustered her courage and walked forward, "Elder Liu?"
She felt that her father must know something but was reluctant to speak.
A grandmaster who had opened two cities and could wield the Phoenix Heavenly Soldiers should be able to identify their opponent.
Elder Liu Shiqian glanced at her, then, after a moment of contemplation, surprisingly didn't scold her. Instead, he said calmly, "Be careful."
Upon hearing this, Liu Qianyun's heart skipped a beat.
Sure enough, her father must have already guessed something, and even he found it challenging. Otherwise, why would he remind her?
Thinking of this, Liu Qianyun instinctively asked, "Why not seek help from other elders?"
Elder Liu Shiqian raised his head again, his gaze much calmer, "Go."
Seeing her father's expression, Liu Qianyun retreated two steps, knowing he was angry again, "You're so impatient. Can't I leave?"
"After Liu Qianyun left, the grand hall once again became empty.
An elderly man with white hair and a youthful face slowly walked in. He was Chi Yang, the only Elder among the White Jade Capital Cultivators of the Seven Sects who was on good terms with Liu Shiqian.
He sat down by the table and asked, "Why didn't you ask for my help? Who is this person who dares to be so arrogant and brazenly provoke you?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Shiqian's gaze fell on the book, and he shook his head.
"Not even me?" Chi Yang was taken aback, then he smiled, "So it seems the enemy is not someone to be taken lightly. You didn't seek help from other Elders in the Sect, which means you caused this trouble yourself without the permission of the Sect Master or the Daoist Priest."
"..."
Liu Shiqian lifted his head with a hint of helplessness, "You should leave too."
As an Elder of the White Jade Capital, he was no fool.
"Let me guess again. With your personality, you rarely leave for hundreds or even thousands of years. Last time you left was to find the Young Sect Master of the Southern Yang Sect, and then you went to the Yan family together."
Chi Yang shook his head and pondered, "You stood up for him and caused trouble, but after you returned, you seemed to be in a good mood, as if you thought you had done nothing wrong. But then you were betrayed?"
"Shut up." Liu Shiqian glanced at him.
Even though the exposure of this matter seemed somewhat mysterious and likely due to an insider leaking information, Liu Shiqian didn't believe that Sect Leader Shen would betray him. His judgment of people had never been wrong, and during the previous incident, Shen Yi's realm was not high enough to notice anything.
Perhaps it was the Yan family? It didn't matter anymore. The deed was done, and there was no point in dwelling on it. Liu Shiqian was quite carefree about the situation.
When Ke Lao Si received the reply, Liu Shiqian had already guessed who was behind those demons.
According to common sense, the Dragon Progeny in the Dragon Palace were the youngest generation. Although demons had long lifespans, in terms of seniority, they were still considered juniors before the White Jade Capital Elders of the Immortal Sect.
But Ke Lao Si was different.
In terms of strength, he surpassed most of the Immortal Sect Elders and even some Dragon Sons.
In terms of power, he was a Dragon Progeny with impure blood, and logically, he should have been ostracized. However, it was precisely because of this that he had no chance of inheriting the Dragon King's position, so he was sent out to monitor the Southern Flood Seven Sons.
As a result, the power he controlled was far beyond what a Dragon Progeny should possess.
"..."
During the incident at the Yan family, Liu Shiqian had unknowingly made an enemy without informing the Sect.
He was not a Daoist Priest but merely an Elder.
Ke Xuanjian had not offended the Clear Moon Sect, yet he secretly attacked them, becoming the last straw that broke the camel's back.
If it hadn't been discovered, it would have been fine, but once it was, it was as if he had made a decision on behalf of the Clear Moon Sect.
This broke the rules and might even create a rift between the Daoist Priest and the Elders.
Liu Shiqian was not one to fear death, and to resolve this matter, he had to meet Ke Lao Si.
He slowly stood up and handed a letter to Chi Yang, interrupting his further speculation, "Do me a favor and deliver this letter to the Southern Yang Sect, making sure it reaches Sect Leader Shen."
Since Ke Lao Si already knew about Liu Shiqian's actions, he would not forget about Shen Yi.
It was best to remind Sect Leader Shen to be more cautious.
"You're not even this nice to your own daughter," Chi Yang rolled his eyes, still unsure if it was the Southern Yang Sect that had betrayed Liu Shiqian, yet he was rushing to warn others.
"Go quickly."
Liu Shiqian nodded and walked out of the grand hall.
He was strict and didn't want others to think that Qianyun received special treatment within the Sect, but he did care for his daughter and was concerned that she might be implicated in this matter.
Therefore, he wanted to find Ke Lao Si as soon as possible to resolve the issue.
Chi Yang watched as Liu Shiqian's thin figure disappeared outside the grand hall.
He believed in his old friend's judgment of people, but if it wasn't the Southern Yang Sect that had betrayed his friend, then it was most likely another ally from the White Jade Capital.
The problem probably lay with the Converged Dao Site.
Getting too close to the Southern Yang Sect was never a good thing.
Chi Yang sighed. The most tragic thing was that when he thought about it, he suddenly realized that everyone seemed suspicious, and all the Daoist friends had motives.
What had happened to the once-great Southern Flood Seven Sons?
'Why should I go to the Southern Yang Sect? The old man considers you a friend, and you're pushing him into a pit. What bad luck,' Chi Yang muttered to himself, leaving the grand hall with a helpless smile."
(End of Chapter)
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