Tianhai Fairy Journey

Chapter 1527 Arrangement
Inside the majestic hall.

"Fellow Daoist Qing!"

The six members of the Xue family, including the old patriarch, came out to greet them with excited expressions.

"I'm grateful to you fellow cultivators for personally overseeing the battlefield!"

Li Qing smiled and cupped his hands in a gesture of respect to the group.

This time, the Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce has mobilized all its resources. Apart from one important cultivator from the Xue family who has not yet emerged from seclusion, the other six late-stage powerhouses from the three major families, along with three other late-stage powerhouses from the Chamber of Commerce, have all entered the battlefield and are ready to fight.

"Fellow Daoist Qing, there's no need for such formalities!"

Ancestor Xue Guang smiled and cupped his hands, saying, "Now that the Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce has joined the cultivation world of the Eastern Heaven, our three families are already bound to the safety of the entire world, and we should do our utmost!"

"exactly!"

Another Qin family patriarch stated at the same time: "Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce and Fellow Daoist Qing are allies in offense and defense!"

"However, we can finally breathe a sigh of relief that Fellow Daoist Qing was able to emerge from seclusion in time. This battlefield can do without anyone else, but it cannot do without you, Fellow Daoist!"

The others nodded in unison, their eyes filled with agreement.

While the Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce was somewhat confident in its combat strength at the late Nascent Soul stage, the real decision-maker in this war was not them, but the current number one cultivator in the Eastern Sea region – True Monarch Qingxuan.

"I was just about to discuss this matter with you fellow Daoists!"

As everyone walked towards the depths of the main hall, Li Qing calmly sat on the black jade chair in the center, with six powerful figures from the three major families sitting to his side, showing an attitude of being willing to follow orders.

"On my way here, I've already seen the current state of the battlefield!"

Li Qing continued calmly, "Currently, the entire outer battlefield is at a complete disadvantage."

"exactly!"

Ancestor Xue Ming said in a deep voice: "At present, the number of Nascent Soul demon cultivators in the Ghost King Sect camp is terrifying, and many ancient ghost spirits have emerged that are approaching the late stage of the realm. This is why the outer defense line has collapsed."

"We recently ordered a complete withdrawal of the outer defensive lines in order to preserve our strength."

"Can you find out the internal changes within the Ghost King Sect?" Li Qing asked.

"no!"

Ancestor Xue Ming shook his head: "But judging from the current situation, it is highly likely that it is related to the great changes in the northern region of the Eastern Star Profound Sea."

"On the battlefield, the Ghost King Sect's camp not only had a terrifying number of Nascent Soul demonic cultivators, but also countless powerful ones. This undoubtedly proves that the origins and backgrounds of those demonic cultivators are extraordinary, and could not possibly have been cultivated by the Ghost King Sect alone."

After the group explained the battlefield situation and their various speculations, they turned their gaze back to the young figure in the green robe ahead.

With this person present, even the Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce has no right to decide on subsequent actions.

"What are your plans for the future, fellow Daoists?"

Li Qing smiled slightly, then asked in return.

After exchanging glances, the others solemnly said, "Our previous discussion was to abandon the outer defense line and rely on the core defensive array to fight against them. As long as the late-stage demonic cultivators in the Ghost King Sect camp do not intervene, they will not be able to break through the core defense line. And once they intervene, we can openly show ourselves!"

In a sense, their attitude was already a sign of weakness. Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce and others dared not take the initiative to push the war to an uncontrollable level. They would only dare to intervene after the Ghost King Sect camp first deployed its late-stage combat power.

At the same time, they were also hoping that the Ghost King Sect would take the initiative to restrain itself and reduce the possibility of a full-scale battle.

"Now that Fellow Daoist Qing has emerged from seclusion, I believe this plan can continue!"

Ancestor Xue Ming added, "With the defensive array that has been set up in advance, we are confident that we can hold the line. Moreover, there are three fellow Daoists from the Central Sea and two fellow Daoists from the Mengyun Sect who are currently cultivating in the rear. The five of them can lend a hand at any time!"

"Maintaining the status quo!"

Everyone nodded, clearly believing that this plan was more prudent.

Just then, Elder Xue Ming seemed to have discovered something, and turned to cup his hands and said with a smile, "Of course, this is just the opinion of a few old guys like us. As for the final plan, it will definitely be decided by Fellow Daoist Qing himself!"

The others also realized what was happening and repeatedly bowed to show their agreement to follow instructions.

This True Lord Qingxuan never spoke from beginning to end, which clearly indicated that he had other plans.

"What you fellow Daoists have said makes perfect sense!"

Li Qing smiled faintly and said, "Responding to all changes with constancy is certainly the way to seek stability, but I have other ideas."

"Fellow Daoist Qing, please speak. We are all ears!"

"If we follow the advice of my fellow Daoists, the entire war could easily become a stalemate, and both sides would waste a great deal of energy and time on it."

"In my opinion, it would be better to be more direct and straightforward!"

"What does Fellow Daoist Qing mean?"

Ancestor Xue Ming reacted instantly.

What is simple and straightforward? It is to actively ignite this great battle and bring the final confrontation to a head.

Li Qing slowly stood up and looked calmly at the six people: "Since the Ghost King Sect has taken the initiative to tear up the peace agreement, how could they give up so easily? Rather than delaying, let's fight head-on!"

"Take the initiative and force out the Ghost King Sect's trump card!"

For a moment, all six members of the three major families in the main hall were serious.

It should be noted that since the appearance of the Ghost King Sect and the Golden Demon Kingdom, the entire cultivation world in the Eastern Heaven has been in a passive defensive situation. Even when the Ji family was in charge, they never took the initiative to launch an offensive.

But now, this True Lord Qingxuan has changed his usual approach and chosen to take the initiative.

This decision has enormous implications, meaning they are willing to give up the advantage of their pre-arranged defensive formation and choose to fight the Ghost King Sect head-on to determine the course of the entire war.

If they win, they can accept paying some price, but if they lose, they will be severely injured and may even be unable to fight back afterward.

This is no less than a high-stakes gamble.

But just as all sorts of chaotic thoughts were racing through the minds of the six people.

A calm voice fell again, like a thunderclap in their ears.

"In this battle, I will ensure that the Ghost King Sect will never again have the audacity to covet the cultivation world of the Eastern Realm!"

Beneath that seemingly calm and composed voice lay an unparalleled confidence and domineering aura.

Looking across the vast world of the Sealed Land, which late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator would dare to utter such bold and even alarmist words?

How dare a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator say that he would make the ancient demonic sect, which has a powerful cultivator at the top level, lose its desire to covet?

But at this moment, for some unknown reason, the six members of the three major families of Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce, whose minds were originally in turmoil and even hesitant, suddenly began to surge with excitement, and an unprecedented confidence burst forth from their hearts.

If any late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator had said that, they would have scoffed at it.

But the one who said those words was Qingxuan Zhenjun.

Even though they still had many questions, it didn't seem to matter. What mattered was that they believed in this person who had 'spoken wildly'.

After all, the earth-shattering events that had occurred in the past had already proven the abilities of this True Lord Qingxuan.

Just as they once could not believe that someone who had just advanced to the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm could have the strength to directly confront two powerful late-stage fourth-tier experts, ultimately forcing the two top forces, the Golden Demon Kingdom and the Ghost King Sect, to agree to peace talks.

Moreover, once the final battle begins, this Azure Mystic True Monarch will be the Ghost King Sect's biggest target, while they and the others will be nothing more than appendages.

This True Lord Qingxuan was clearly not an arrogant person who didn't know his own limitations, nor would he joke about his own path of cultivation.

The only possibility is that the other party has absolute confidence and assurance.

"I am willing to follow Fellow Daoist Qingxuan's arrangements!" Ancestor Xue Ming stood up and bowed deeply.

The other five people bowed in unison to show their respect.

"I have already sent Fellow Daoist Huaxu and Fellow Daoist Tuze, who are stationed at the Golden Demon Kingdom battlefield, to come secretly to prevent you fellow Daoists from encountering any serious danger due to the Ghost King Sect's schemes!"

Li Qing continued calmly, "As for the Ghost King Sect's ultimate trump card, I will bear the responsibility alone!"

These two simple sentences once again demonstrate the difference today.

With his strength further enhanced, even the Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce, which boasted numerous powerful late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators, no longer held the right to negotiate with him on an equal footing.

There is only one ruler of the Eastern Seas.

His decision was the final command.

"Fellow Daoists, please make your preparations first. This battle requires eliminating the main force of the Ghost King Sect. As for the others, do not notify them yet!"

"understand!"

Ancestor Xue Guang and the others bowed again.

At this moment, instead of feeling dissatisfied, they were filled with excitement and exhilaration.

Behind that seemingly domineering command was a manifestation of absolute confidence. Clearly, this True Monarch Qingxuan must have greatly improved his strength during his more than 100 years of seclusion.

Perhaps their Daoyuan Chamber of Commerce will follow this Qingxuan True Monarch to start a peak battle that will shake the heavens and the earth.

It should be noted that this world has never seen such a feat before: a top-tier power with a Grand Master-level cultivator presiding over it being directly defeated by another power without a Grand Master-level cultivator presiding over it.

This is simply a violation of worldly order and rules.

In this world, the pinnacle power represented by great cultivators is the rules themselves.

"Fellow Daoist Qingxuan, we will immediately and secretly dispatch more powerful individuals to the defensive line, striving to cripple the Ghost King Sect's forces in one fell swoop."

The majestic hall returned to calm once more.

A young figure in a green robe sat quietly on the dark throne in the center of the hall, his eyes filled with composure and serenity.

No matter how powerful the Ghost King Sect is, its sect leader, who is at the level of a great cultivator, will ultimately be unable to appear in person.

He had faced off against various top forces when he was in the Demonfall Space, let alone now.

After Zhenhai Pearl was revived, he had no more scruples.

Of course, to prevent any possible unforeseen circumstances, he had secretly sent his demonic form into the battlefield as a last resort.

In this way, there can be no room for error.

However, since his demonic form is a key part of his future plans, he will definitely not reveal himself unless absolutely necessary.

"By the time the Golden Demon Kingdom reacts, it will be too late. I want to see what their final choice will be."

After a while.

Another young figure in black robes walked in from outside the main hall.

"Disciple Guan Ming greets Master!"

"No need for such formalities, Ming'er!"

Looking at his very 'easy-going' eldest disciple, Li Qing's face showed a long-lost smile.

At that moment, he suddenly felt that taking on apprentices wasn't so troublesome after all.

After returning from a trip, the former first disciple, who was at the early stage of the fourth rank, has now reached the peak of the middle stage of the fourth rank. As for the other second disciple, he has also advanced from the Golden Core stage to the middle stage of the Nascent Soul stage.

He didn't need any of his master's earnest teachings.

"I've heard that you're quite famous on the battlefield now!"

Li Qing joked with a smile.

On the battlefield today, even late-stage powerhouses are not personally taking to the field. My eldest disciple is practically invincible, and his dazzling achievements are enough to prove everything.

"This disciple has merely followed the path that Master has trod!"

Guan Ming smiled slightly.

It can only be said that he did not disappoint his master's reputation, and like his master back then, he proved himself on the battlefield with his dazzling achievements.

"Yes, that's exactly how Master came to be back then!"

Li Qing smiled and shook his head.

His eldest disciple was unaware that his intention to display his fame back then was to seize greater benefits, not simply for the sake of a hollow reputation.

But things are different now.

He was already the biggest beneficiary of this world, so Guan Ming no longer needed to risk his life for profit.

"Your teacher's wife said you obtained an opportunity from the Witch Clan in the Inner Star Sea?"

"Indeed, it was precisely because of that fortuitous opportunity that I was able to successfully advance to the peak of the mid-stage of the fourth rank."

Guan Ming then recounted in detail what had happened back then.

"Sea Palace!"

A strange look appeared in Li Qing's eyes.

Unexpectedly, his disciple had become acquainted with a prodigy from the Sea Lord's lineage.

Although the Sea Lord lineage does not participate in the conflicts of the entire Star Sea, it still has many powerful individuals within it. Even in order to ensure the inheritance of the Sea Lord lineage, it is necessary to cultivate some prodigies as reserves.

As far as he knew, besides the Sea Lord, there was more than one other powerful cultivator in the Sea Lord's lineage.

"So, you've now transitioned from the original lineage to the dark lineage of the Witch Clan?"

"Indeed, with the help of that ancient witch clan expert from the Dark Path, I successfully switched to cultivating the Dark Witch Clan. Compared to that, the previous Yu Ding Tribe inheritance was merely a branch of the Dark Witch Clan's path."

After learning more, Li Qing nodded in satisfaction.

To be honest, he wasn't surprised by Guan Ming's promotion.

The path of the Witch Clan differs from that of the Immortal Cultivators; it does not have overly obvious bottlenecks in cultivation. Instead, it focuses more on 'comprehension,' which is precisely what his eldest disciple excels at.

"I hope Ming'er won't catch up with me too soon."

Suddenly, a strange feeling arose in Li Qing's heart.

If his disciple were to gain further enlightenment and directly advance to the late stage of the fourth rank, it wouldn't be impossible.

More importantly, even if he manages to reach the peak of the late stage ahead of others, Ming'er will most likely catch up with him.

After all, the path he chose would require him to stay at the peak of his cultivation for a very, very long time.

He needs to cultivate those three branches of the Great Dao to perfection, and even the fourth Great Dao corresponding to the final Wheel Sea to perfection. The time cost involved is self-evident.

Even with the help of the Sea-Suppressing Pearl, his path to becoming a Great Cultivator is still long and arduous.

"He Yang possesses the bloodline of an auspicious beast, and his cultivation speed seems almost exaggerated."