Poverty

Chapter 1746 The Hundred Years' War
Li Yanchu returned to Daosheng Palace, where Wukong Daoist was pacing back and forth.

Suddenly, he saw a handsome young man walk up to him; it was Li Yanchu.

Wukong Daoist cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for saving me earlier, Brother Li."

Upon hearing this, Goddess Nuwa also came out of the palace and thanked Li Yanchu.

Li Yanchu sighed, "It's a pity I arrived too late; several fellow Daoists have met with terrible fates."

Nuwa, filled with grief, asked, "How did the battle go today?"

Li Yanchu said, "The three Great Dao Masters of Hongjie joined forces to force back Dao Master Shi, and he led us back. The Hongjie experts who were revived by using the bodies of fellow Daoists Zhen Yuanzi were ruthless and did not kill them."

Wukong Daoist was somewhat shaken upon hearing this.

Even the Great Dao Master from another realm was forced to stop!
Nuwa said, "I never expected that Dao Xiyi had always regarded us as puppets."

Li Yanchu said, "Next, the outer realms will definitely mobilize powerful experts to besiege Hongjie. There's no need to worry about not having a chance for revenge."

Nuwa said sadly, "I feel sorry for these fellow Daoists."

Li Yanchu also sighed.

Wukong Daoist said, "The foreign lands are mobilizing a large army, should we go too?"

Li Yanchu said, "Now I am the Dao Lord of Extraterrestrial Slaughter, you will come with me when the time comes."

Wukong Daoist scratched the back of his head and said, "We are rebels, so can we join the army?"

Li Yanchu said, "Of course, but don't rush. I will make arrangements for you when the time is right."

He is now the sixth Great Dao Lord from beyond the realm, and many of his actions are perfectly legitimate.

As the Great Dao Lords had predicted, the decree quickly spread throughout the foreign lands. First, it released a considerable number of slots for powerful individuals from the Great Thousand Universe to join the army. Second, it selected powerful individuals from underground to join the army.

The ferry crossing is very busy every day, with boats coming and going constantly.

Three months later, a large army was raised, with six Great Dao Lords each leading a force to attack the Hongjie.

Li Yanchu did not allow Nuwa and Wukong to participate in this war.

The Hongjie Realm has just recovered and is at its strongest. At this time, many people will probably die.

The powerful figures from the Hong Realm were on high alert, their killing intent palpable. As the drums of war sounded on the battlefield, the powerful figures from both sides collided like rivers, their magical treasures and divine powers illuminating the sky and covering the earth.

The alien realm mobilized an army of thirty million cultivators, including over a hundred immortals, making their momentum astonishing.

Li Yanchu led his troops in battle. This time, in addition to Ningchou Daojun, he also fought against Hua Qiu and Gong Xu, a powerful cultivator from the Hongjie realm who cultivated the Tai Su Dao.

Li Yanchu fought against three powerful figures from the Hong Realm, who surrounded him and attacked him with the power of the Great Dao, their killing intent fierce and ruthless.

Gong Xu cultivates the Great Dao of Primordial Simplicity, which, when activated, becomes ethereal and formless.

He moved with incredible speed, circling around Li Yanchu, looking for an opening.

Li Yanchu summoned the Chaos Green Lotus, which bloomed, unleashing an overwhelming burst of power.

But just then, a beautiful young woman appeared.

The girl held a green bamboo in her hand, her body radiating Taoist energy, and her green leaves were vibrant and lush.

She urged the green bamboo to move upwards, meeting the chaotic green lotus.

Rumble!
The void shattered, and the surrounding spacetime seemed to solidify into fragments.

Li Yanchu looked at the girl.

The girl said, "Gu Xiaochun, a disciple of the Lord of Yanfu, greets the Great Dao Lord of Slaughter!"

Li Yanchu said, "Now is not the time to reminisce about old times."

Gu Xiaochun smiled slightly and said, "Does the Great Dao Lord really intend to abandon the Jing Realm and willingly align himself with the extraterrestrial realms?"

Li Yanchu said, "You slaughtered my fellow cultivators from the Jing Realm, what else is there to say!"

Gu Xiaochun said, "But if Daoist Xiyi hadn't saved them, they would have died long ago. Now they have lived for tens of thousands of years and even attained immortality. Isn't that all thanks to Daoist Xiyi?"

As soon as Gu Xiaochun finished speaking, she felt two cold, electric gazes sweep over her.

Li Yanchu shouted, "Stop your nonsense! Today, I will not consider personal feelings or grudges. As the Lord of Slaughter, I will surely wipe out the rebels of the Hong Realm and will show no mercy."

No matter how sweet your words are, they won't work.

Hua Qiu said coldly, "Miss, don't say anything more to him. Join forces and kill him to end it all."

Immediately, Hua Qiu surged his cultivation and mobilized the Great Dao to blast towards Li Yanchu.

Ning Chou and Gong Xu joined forces and charged forward.

Gu Xiaochun sighed softly and manipulated the green bamboo to block Li Yanchu from activating his innate spiritual treasure, thus averting the crisis.

In this alien realm, not only is war raging everywhere in the mortal world, but even these immortal Dao Lords are engaged in fierce battles.

A great war broke out between the two universes, and the mortal world suffered annihilation. People died everywhere, mountains collapsed, rivers dried up, and stars fell.

The war raged fiercely, and the population outside the region was quickly reduced by one-tenth.

This time, neither the three Dao Lords participated in the battle, nor did the three Dao Lords of the Hong Realm appear; they only allowed their subordinates to fight each other.

This battle took longer than Li Yanchu had imagined.

The two universes were constantly in conflict, and the war between them lasted for a full century!

Countless lives were lost in the mortal realm beyond the realm, with hundreds of billions of living beings perishing, including countless cultivators.

The extraterrestrial forces select the strongest individuals from the vast world to join their army. As long as they can survive on the battlefield for more than ten years, they can obtain the status of a Saint.

Initially, there was a great enthusiasm for joining the army, but later many cultivators never returned, dying tragically on the battlefields of other realms. As a result, the number of cultivators from the vast universe who voluntarily joined the army decreased significantly.

Later, the extraterrestrials began to forcibly conscript powerful beings from the vast universe to participate in the war, a practice that continues to this day.

Over the past hundred years, Li Yanchu's cultivation level has steadily increased.

The calamity outside the realm was extremely intense, which was very beneficial to his cultivation of the Great Dao of Slaughter.

His power did not grow, and the army he led always fought to the death, with extremely fierce battles!
However, this also earned him a reputation on the battlefield.

The name "Lord of the Great Dao of Slaughter" became a name that struck fear into people's hearts, and for a time he enjoyed immense prestige.

The other five Great Dao Lords paled in comparison, suffering numerous defeats.

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Longfeng Cliff Daosheng Palace

At this moment, Wukong was wearing golden armor, which was covered in bloodstains, and blood was dripping continuously from his golden cudgel.

He had a fierce look on his face and was unruly.

Now, apart from Li Yanchu, only he and Nuwa live in Daosheng Palace.

Nuwa, the goddess, attained enlightenment a second time and became the Lord of the Primordial Dao.

Wukong Daoren is also a top-tier immortal, and his Battle Golden Body has been honed to be even more powerful.

At this moment, while wiping the blood-dripping staff, Wukong said to Nuwa with resentment, "It's a pity that we've killed so many people, yet we still can't avenge our fellow Daoists Shennong and Fuxi."

Under Li Yanchu's arrangement, the two of them fought many tough battles. Unfortunately, Ning Chou, Hua Qiu, and others were all Great Dao Lords, making it extremely difficult to kill them on the chaotic battlefield.

Whenever they were at a disadvantage, they would be rescued or others would come to their aid.

Many immortal Dao Lords perished in battle.

The killing spree from beyond the borders intensified like oil being poured over a raging fire!

Nuwa said, "No need to rush, there will always be an opportunity."

More than a hundred years have passed, and her desire for revenge remains strong, but it no longer affects her emotions as it did before. During these hundred years, her relationship with Li Yanchu has also grown much closer.

One was a handsome Taoist priest, and the other was a beautiful goddess; they certainly looked like a perfect couple.

Nuwa is now deeply infatuated with Li Yanchu.

At this moment, a young man carrying a wine jar walked over with a gentle smile: "Since we have nothing to do today, let's have a drink."

In Li Yanchu's hand was a spirit wine from beyond the realm, with a rich aroma. With a bang, he broke the seal, and a strong fragrance wafted out.

Wukong Daoist laughed and said, "Brother Daoist is being too stingy. Is this one jar of spirit wine enough for anyone to drink?"

Li Yanchu liked his straightforwardness and smiled, "What do you think?"

Behind him, jars of spirit wine floated out like great dragons.

Wukong Daoist's eyes lit up: "This is the spirit wine that Master Shi rewarded you with when you led the army to repel the Hongjie powerhouse last time. Why are you willing to take it all out today?"

Wukong Daoist smiled, stretched out his tail, and snatched away six jars of immortal wine in one go. Then he transformed into a golden light and disappeared into the sky.

"I'm not an unreasonable person. I won't bother you two today. Drinking a few more jars of your wine is nothing, is it?"

He left laughing, leaving Nuwa and Li Yanchu behind.

Nuwa said helplessly, "This monkey is just so outspoken."

Li Yanchu smiled slightly: "He meant well."

Nuwa blushed: "Li Lang has been corrupted by this monkey."

Now she addresses him as "Brother Li" instead of "Brother Dao," which sounds much more intimate.

Li Yanchu blinked.
“Speaking of bad, I’m much worse than him.”

Nuwa sat down next to Li Yanchu, and the two sat side by side, gazing into the distance.

Li Yanchu picked up a jar of wine and drank it down in one gulp.

Glug glug, the liquor is very mellow, fiery as it goes down the throat, and goes straight to the chest.

Li Yanchu exclaimed, "Fine wine!"

Nuwa followed Li Yanchu's example, took out a jar of spirit wine, and drank it down.

She looks like a dignified and beautiful goddess, but today, when she drinks, she has a touch of chivalry and heroism.

Li Yanchu laughed and said, "This wine is very strong. Be careful, you'll get drunk if you drink it like this!"

Nuwa's eyes were like autumn water, her gaze sparkling: "If you're drunk, then so be it."

The two discussed the war between the Hongjie and the other realms. Although their conversation revolved around matters of killing and warfare, they got along quite well.

Nuwa said softly, "This war has lasted for a hundred years, and the three Dao Lords have never intervened. Li Lang, why do you think this is?"

Li Yanchu took a sip of wine and said, "I dare not speculate on the intentions of the three Dao Lords. Perhaps they have discussed with the Hongjie Dao Lord and decided not to interfere in this war."

Nuwa said, "The three Great Dao Lords have been reaping the benefits of the Great Thousand Universe for 130 million years, how could they be so kind?"

Li Yanchu said, "Now the Hong Realm has three Dao Lords corresponding to the three Dao Lords of the foreign realm. Perhaps they are wary of each other."

Nuwa said, "I believe this matter is far more complex than it seems, but we cannot yet fathom the thoughts of the Dao Lord at this level."

Li Yanchu said, "There's no need to think so much. We're on the side of the outer realms now, so what does it matter what the three Dao Lords think?"

Nuwa hesitated, as if she wanted to say something but then stopped.

Li Yanchu laughed and said, "Are you trying to say that I've become a traitor to Jingjie?"

Nuwa shook her head and said, "I know you must have your own reasons. Whatever you do, I will support you."

Li Yanchu smiled slightly.

At this moment, Wukong Daoren appeared sneakily beside them, reached out to take a cup of wine, and Li Yanchu glanced over, instantly exposing Wukong Daoren's invisibility.

He scratched his cheek and said with a smile, "I drank that wine too fast just now, is there any more?"

Li Yanchu laughed and said, "Fellow Daoist, you've been listening for so long, but I haven't seen you drink any alcohol."

Wukong Daoist laughed heartily, gave a thumbs up, and said, "You really can't hide anything from me."

Nuwa's pretty face was frosty: "You monkey are so rude! I invited you to drink, but you ran away and then hid to the side to eavesdrop!"

Nuwa raised her hand and unleashed a divine power, the Primordial Purple Qi erupted, binding Wukong Daoist tightly.

Wukong Daoist smiled ingratiatingly and said, "Your Majesty, please don't be offended. I was just curious. Could something really happen between you two, a lone man and a lone woman?"

His body then shattered with a bang, turning into a single hair that fell to the ground.

Seeing that a wisp of primordial purple energy could not trap him, Nuwa raised her hand and unleashed another blast.

Wukong shouted, "Stop hitting me! Stop hitting me! I won't listen next time!"

He was beaten by Nuwa and had to hide and apologize repeatedly before Nuwa calmed down a bit.

The three continued drinking and chatting.

Just then, the Yin-Yang Dao Dao Jun came to visit a friend and said with a smile, "What a refined taste."

Li Yanchu asked, "Brother Yin Yang, what brings you here?"

Wukong and Nuwa exchanged a glance and then retreated.

The Yin-Yang Dao Lord favored Li Yanchu greatly, but his attitude towards the new Holy Clan was extremely hostile.

Of course, he simply ignored Nuwa and Wukong.

Seeing the two leave, Yin Yang Dao Dao Jun said, "Can't I come to drink with you if there's nothing wrong? You'd rather drink with these poor fellow villagers than drink with me?"

Li Yanchu laughed and said, "What are you saying? Last time, Daoist Shi rewarded us with some fine wine, and we still have a few jars left. Come, let's drink together."

At that moment, another voice rang out in the distance.
"I haven't tasted the Daoist Master's fine wine in a long time. I wonder if I'll have the pleasure of enjoying it today."

The speaker was a tall, unusual man with two faces and a robust build; he was none other than the Great Lord of the Divine Demon Path.

Li Yanchu said, "Is there something you need today? You two fellow Daoists have come to my Daosheng Palace one after the other."

The Great Dao Lord of Gods and Demons said, "You really haven't heard? An ancient Dao Lord has awakened in the Heavenly Tomb Forbidden Zone."

Li Yanchu asked in surprise, "The Dao Lord of the Tianling Forbidden Zone?"

Li Yanchu recalled the bronze coffin and the method for absorbing blood essence.

Yin Yang Daojun said, "That's right, I've come for this very reason. I'm afraid there's going to be trouble."

Li Yanchu asked, "Is he also a Dao Lord of the Hong Realm?"

Yin Yang Daojun shook his head: "No, he is the Dao Lord of my Holy Clan."

Li Yanchu said, "I heard that there are still several Dao Lords in the Hong Realm. I wonder if they have recovered yet. It is good that a Dao Lord has recovered in the Holy Domain."

The Great Dao Lord of Gods and Demons said, "You haven't been in the Holy Domain for long, so there are some things you don't know. The one being suppressed in the Heavenly Tomb Forbidden Zone is called the Kui Gang Dao Lord. He was killed by the Stone Dao Lord. If he were to be resurrected now, who do you think he would help?"

Li Yanchu was indeed unaware of these past events, and upon hearing this, he exclaimed in surprise, "The enemy of Daoist Shi has been resurrected at this time, which is extremely bad."

The Great Dao Lord of Gods and Demons said, "Yes, that's what troubled me, which is why I came to discuss it with you. I didn't expect Fellow Daoist Yin Yang to be here as well."

The Yin-Yang Dao Lord laughed and said, "Why can you come, but I can't?"

The Great Dao Lord of Gods and Demons said, "Since we are all here, why don't we try to discuss this? The Lord of Kui Gang cultivates the demonic path and is extremely ruthless. If one day when we lead our army to fight against the powerful figures of the Hong Realm, he suddenly appears and joins the battle regardless of his status, then we will be in danger."

Li Yanchu frowned: "A Dao Master who cultivates the demonic path!"

No wonder the Great Dao Lord of Gods and Demons looked so grim; once he breaks free, he'll likely unleash a bloodbath.