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Chapter 573: A Calamity Approaches
Chapter 573: A Calamity Approaches
In the past, Li Ya would have recklessly broken through the blockade of the Dao Court without a second thought. But now, upon hearing the silver-armored man's mention of an impending disaster, he calmed down and contemplated carefully.
The memory of the great battle from twenty thousand years ago was still fresh in his mind, and it was evident that powerful outsiders were involved in that conflict.
Li Ya gave the silver-armored man a deep stare and then turned to fly downwards.
The silver-armored man watched as Li Ya disappeared into the sea of clouds, and then slowly ascended into the sky.
The Divine Anomaly Spirit stood on Li Ya's shoulder, teasing, "You're not being reckless for once. It's strange to see you so cautious."
Li Ya hummed, "I'm not in a rush to leave. Besides, if the heavens are in peril, I must stay and protect the Taixuan Sect."
Li Ya's journey to this point had not only been aided by Gu An's protection but also by the significant support of the Taixuan Sect. Even now, he still considered himself a disciple of the sect.
The Divine Anomaly Spirit sighed, "You've truly grown up."
"What's with that tone? You're making me feel like I'm your junior," Li Ya said as he abruptly pulled the Divine Anomaly Spirit off his shoulder and started vigorously rubbing it in his arms.
A gentle breeze blew through the sea of clouds, and as Li Ya bantered with the Divine Anomaly Spirit, he suddenly felt like everything was still the same as before.
...
At dawn, Gu An sat on the roof, gazing at the rising sun, his eyes fixed on the distant horizon.
He saw the Battle Court, which was searching for the Heavenly Spirit Grand World.
Due to the Heavenly Spirit Deity's respect for the Great Dao Rules, the new Heavenly Spirit Grand World had temporarily detached from the Great Dao Path, making it impossible for the Battle Court to locate it directly. However, through cause and effect calculations, the Battle Court was getting closer to the Heavenly Spirit Grand World.
"Immortal Emperor..." Gu An thought of this name. In the memories of the Extinction Immortal Emperor, the true ruler of the Battle Court was this Immortal Emperor. This Immortal Emperor's cultivation was unfathomable, and he had secluded himself behind the scenes, constantly in closed-door cultivation. It was uncertain if he would appear this time.
Gu An had already sensed over a dozen Primordial Golden Immortals' auras among the approaching Battle Court army. More and more powerful warriors from the Battle Court were arriving, and from the looks of it, they were determined to exterminate the Long Clan.
Gu An remained unperturbed and was even looking forward to the upcoming battle. When the time came, he would have the opportunity to harvest a significant amount of lifespan.
Under normal circumstances, Gu An would not create slaughter, but if someone threatened him, it would be a legitimate reason to start killing.
"Brother Gu, good morning!" Bai Sheng's laughter echoed through the courtyard. Gu An looked down and saw Bai Sheng waving at him. He smiled and nodded in response.
"Are you going to read books again today?" Gu An asked.
With the Imperial Examination still a while away, they had been in the Imperial City for a month. Every day, Bai Sheng would go into the city to wander and mainly look for books to read.
With Su Jin's help, they had gathered quite a bit of wealth along the way.
"I'm not reading today," Bai Sheng said with a smile. "I heard that there's a celestial being in the city who's taking disciples. I want to see if it's a real immortal. Brother Gu, shall we go together?"
Gu An shook his head. "You go ahead. I'm going to find someone to drink with."
"You and your drinking," Bai Sheng said with a chuckle.
After chatting for a while, Bai Sheng left with Su Jin.
Gu An watched as Bai Sheng departed, knowing that after the upcoming calamity in the Imperial City, it would be time for him to leave as well.
He had accompanied Bai Sheng for a year, and it was time to let go. As for what would happen between Bai Sheng and Su Jin in the future, Gu An would only observe from a distance.
The Imperial City bustled with activity day and night. To the common people, this imperial dynasty was the most powerful force in the world, capable of altering the very fabric of reality with its authority.
Little did they know that the world was vast, and even seemingly unshakable behemoths could be annihilated in an instant.
If Gu An didn't intervene, the Imperial City would be wiped out within a few days, and not even Su Jin, who had reached the Nirvana Realm, could prevent it.
The upcoming calamity would change Bai Sheng's mindset, igniting an unprecedented and intense desire to cultivate.
Gu An's thoughts wandered, and time seemed to pass quickly.
Dusk arrived.
As night approached, the city gradually lit up with lanterns, making the Imperial City even more lively. The clamor of the crowd reached Gu An's ears.
He remained seated on the roof, and following his gaze, thick dark clouds were rolling towards the Imperial City, creating an oppressive atmosphere.
At that moment, on another street in the city, Bai Sheng stood among the crowd, tiptoeing to get a better view of the tall platform ahead. On the platform, a masked Daoist was performing a sword dance, surrounded by five disciples disguised as demons, circling him.
The Daoist's sword movements occasionally quickened, as sharp as the wind, eliciting cheers from the onlookers.
Bai Sheng didn't notice that Su Jin, on his shoulder, was gazing up at the sky.
"This demonic aura..."
Su Jin's eyes revealed a hint of fear, she hadn't expected this Imperial City to attract such a terrifying demon.
This is bad!
She turned to look at Bai Sheng and licked his face with her tongue.
"Stop fooling around, I'll buy you something to eat after I'm done watching."
Bai Sheng casually replied, his eyes fixed on the stage, filled with curiosity.
Su Jin grew anxious. She bit Bai Sheng's neck, causing him to cover his neck in pain. Before he could speak, she jumped down and ran outside.
There were too many people around, and Bai Sheng, fearing for her safety, had no choice but to follow.
Pushing through the crowd, Bai Sheng spotted Su Jin squatting under a tree not far away. He quickly walked over.
"You..."
Just as Bai Sheng was about to scold Su Jin, she suddenly transformed into a white-robed woman with a seductive appearance. This sight startled Bai Sheng, causing him to widen his eyes and unconsciously step back.
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Slap! Su Jin grabbed Bai Sheng's wrist and pulled him in front of her.
"Listen, I'll only say this once, so don't make a fuss. A powerful demon is about to descend, and everyone in the city will be devoured by it. I'm no match for it, so I can only protect you. Now, follow me."
Su Jin stared at Bai Sheng, speaking seriously. After saying this, she pulled him towards the direction of the city gates.
"Wait!"
Bai Sheng snapped out of his daze and quickly said, trying to pull his hand away, but to no avail.
Su Jin turned to look at him, her eyebrows furrowed.
"Even if you can't save the entire city, you should at least bring Brother Gu with us!" Bai Sheng pleaded.
"What's the point of bringing him?" Su Jin huffed.
"After all, we've been companions on this journey, and we're as close as brothers. How could we possibly abandon him?" Bai Sheng asked in a pleading tone.
He didn't have time to be shocked by Su Jin's true nature as a demon. He believed that Su Jin wouldn't harm him; otherwise, he would have been devoured long ago on this journey.
"Alright!"
Su Jin impatiently replied, then led Bai Sheng to their residence.
Rumble—
The sound of thunder echoed, but the citizens within the Imperial City had yet to realize the impending danger.
Within the thunderous clouds, a terrifying figure loomed, and a pair of blood-red eyes seemed to gaze down upon the mortal realm.
Suddenly, countless demonic birds surged out from the sea of clouds, sweeping towards the Imperial City. The flapping of their wings merged into a deafening roar, instantly drowning out the city's commotion and alarming the citizens.
...
Inside the woods, Anxin sat on a stone under a tree, playing with the Six Paths Mirror.
Footsteps approached, and Yi Qing Shan, the leader of the Heaven and Earth Sect, appeared. His hair was white, but his face still held a youthful appearance. Dressed in a loose, exquisite robe, his status as the sect leader was undeniable.
Yi Qing Shan approached Anxin from behind, bowed, and said, "Senior, the Dao Court has sent someone. They believe that a great catastrophe is about to befall the world, and they want all sects to accept the Heavenly Dao Decree to unite against it. They hope that our Heaven and Earth Sect will cooperate with the Dao Court, but this Heavenly Dao Decree requires the integration of our sect's fortune. I'm hesitant."
Anxin replied, "If you're hesitant, then refuse."
Recently, she had gained new insights into the Six Paths Mirror, and she wouldn't have come out if not for Yi Qing Shan's call.
"But the Dao Court is powerful, and compared to our Heaven and Earth Sect, we're like a speck of light against the brilliance of the full moon. If we refuse, will the Dao Court target us?" Yi Qing Shan asked with a furrowed brow, his tone filled with worry.
"If they're willing to make enemies over a simple refusal to cooperate, it shows that the Dao Court doesn't possess the magnanimity to shoulder the burden of the world. They're just using this opportunity to scheme against other sects. Such a sect will eventually become an enemy."
Anxin casually replied, standing up and turning to face Yi Qing Shan. "Is that all?"
Yi Qing Shan paused, then said, "There's one more thing. Someone in the sect has attained enlightenment but has gone mad. Can you take a look?"
"Why not bring him here?"
"To be honest, his cultivation is already considered top-tier in our sect. We can't control him. He's hiding in his cave mansion, shouting that the heavens are about to collapse. I've never seen him so afraid. I suspect it might be related to the catastrophe the Dao Court mentioned." Yi Qing Shan furrowed his brows again.
There was one more thing he didn't mention.
In recent years, he had felt a sense of impending doom while cultivating, an ominous feeling of impending disaster.
(End of Chapter)
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