Being a talent in the Chusheng Demon Sect

Chapter 741 Lü Yang's Suspicion

Although the plan was to scheme against [Gangxing Preaching True Lord], the reality was far more cruel: a Great True Lord is not so easily swayed.

Moreover, if you're not careful, you could end up aiding the enemy.

This doesn't mean that when Angxiao and Lüyang join forces, they are less cunning than Gangxing Budao Zhenjun; the key lies in the difference in their strength.

Putting everything else aside, if a dignified Great True Lord has any doubts, even if he only uses his rank to suppress others and calculates the cause and effect with his fingers, he can easily figure out Angxiao and Lü Yang's entire scheme. In the end, it is very likely that he will end up losing more than he gains.

On this point, even the obstacle of preconceived notions cannot help.

This is because it is the purest difference in strength. If [Angxiao] were still in the late stage of the Golden Core realm, it wouldn't matter, but now it's like a skilled cook trying to make a meal without rice.

Of course, it's not entirely hopeless.

'We do have one advantage: the scriptures and books within the [Nourishing Life Master] are very important to the [Rigid Form Preaching True Lord].'

It's so important that the other party simply cannot give it up.

In other words, regardless of whether [Gangxing Preaching True Lord] discovered the crisis, he would inevitably risk injury to retrieve the books from the sixth floor and above.

At the same time, he would inevitably take the book down.

The fact that he cannot maintain the combat power of a Great True Lord for a long time is particularly crucial, and it is also the key factor that made him and [Angxiao] dare to scheme against him.

Otherwise, you're just asking for trouble.

However, there is another variable. Thinking of this, Lü Yang couldn't help but glance at the old Dragon Lord standing next to Mu Changsheng, who looked completely innocent.

This ancient member of the True Dragon Clan is arguably the most resilient person in the entire Immortal Pivot. Sometimes his presence is so low that it's almost as if he has a cognitive impairment. If he stands next to Mu Changsheng, one might mistake him for the boss, making him easy to overlook.

But actually.

'If my previous deduction about [Heavenly Fire] was correct, Old Dragon Lord, besides colluding with the Dao Court, he might also be colluding with the Sword Pavilion!'

Could this old mudfish be connected to [the True Lord of Gangxing Preaching]?

Thinking of this, Lü Yang frowned. This was also the reason why he hadn't told the old dragon king that he wanted to ambush and kill [Gangxing Preaching True Lord].

'The old Dragon King is still too important.'

'Supreme Fruit rank, mid-stage Golden Core, even a pig could accumulate extremely high cultivation over so many years. If he suddenly betrays us...'

The consequences would inevitably be catastrophic.

Having considered this, Lü Yang concluded: 'With their current strength, these people are definitely not enough to ambush and kill [Gangxing Preaching True Monarch].'

To disrupt this balance, at least two reliable entities are needed.

'If we follow my previous five-tiered classification of True Monarchs, [Angxiao] is undoubtedly in the first tier, while I am probably at the peak of the second tier.'

'The Old Dragon Lord hasn't yet unleashed the fundamental mysteries of the [Great Ocean Water], so his assessment of his opponent is lenient, and he can still be considered a first-rate fighter. Even without unleashing his full power as a Great True Lord, the [Solid Form Preaching True Lord] is undoubtedly first-rate. Their fighting strength is roughly equal; neither can gain the upper hand.'

'Even if the old Dragon King really betrays me, I can keep him in check.'

"In that case, with Angxiao, two First-Class True Lords, and Gangxing Pudao True Lord seriously injured, they should have a 30% chance of winning."

The problem is, where do we find two first-class awards?

Thinking about this, one name naturally popped into my head:
'True Lord Qingcheng Feixue!'

This person is undoubtedly a first-class individual, a Holy Sect True Lord, and should also be in great need of information about the [Master of Nourishing Life]'s position; their interests align.

Therefore, this person is worth trying to win over!
And who's second?

Lu Yang couldn't help but glance at the old dragon king again. If he hadn't known that this old guy had ties with the Sword Pavilion, he probably wouldn't have gone looking for a second one.

'After all, on the surface, the Old Dragon Lord and the Sword Pavilion are even enemies. After all, it was the [Gangxing Preaching True Lord] who personally went overseas to force the Old Dragon Lord to give up his eldest son, Bai Chi. Who would have thought that he had actually been secretly colluding with the other party for a long time? This move is really too insidious!' Even he, because of his past life experiences.

This is why the [Gangxing Preaching True Lord] intended to demote [Heavenly Fire]. The Old Dragon Lord, who has the [Heavenly Fire] lineage in this era, made this guess based on his imagination.

If the speculation proves true, the consequences will inevitably be disastrous.

'[Angxiao] and Feixue are probably fine, because their celestial realms never collapse, allowing them to resurrect infinitely. [Gangxing Budao Zhenjun] probably can't kill them.'

'At least he'll be difficult to kill, after all, [Rigid-Form Preaching True Monarch] is also in poor condition.'

But I'm different.

'I'm currently at the Ancient Golden Core stage, so I don't have any infinite resurrection ability. If I'm truly killed by a Great True Monarch's sword, then I'll have no choice but to start over.'

This is also where the advantage of the Cave Heaven Method lies.

Thinking of this, Lü Yang couldn't help but sigh inwardly. He subconsciously looked at Ang Xiao, only to see that the latter also had his brows furrowed, seemingly struggling with his own thoughts.

This is difficult.

With this thought in mind, Lü Yang glanced at the old dragon king again.

Old Dragon King: ???

What's going on?! You keep staring at me. There's nothing on my face. Are you trying to do something bad to me? What have I done to offend you beasts?

Old Dragon Lord was suffering inwardly. He knew perfectly well that Mu Changsheng wanted to win him over to counterbalance Angxiao and Lü Yang, but he didn't want to go against the Holy Sect. He had been hiding in a safe place for so many years, and when had he ever taken the lead in battle? This was not something he should do.

Lu Yang's gaze, in particular, made him feel uneasy.

'Did he guess it?'

Suddenly, the old dragon king's heart skipped a beat. He did indeed have a backup plan, but that plan was something he had kept hidden until now and had never used to anyone.

No, that's impossible.

The more the old dragon king thought about it, the more frightened he became, and his mind raced with thoughts:

"I've kept the 'Heavenly Fire' plan very well hidden; it hasn't even officially started yet. No one could possibly guess it. I must be overthinking it."

'But...that's the Holy Sect!'

'No, given the Holy Sect's style, even if they only suspect the slightest clue, they'll definitely treat me as a potential enemy. I have no chance against them!'

After weighing the pros and cons, the old dragon king gradually came up with an idea.

'If you want to deal with the Holy Sect, you still have to go to the Sword Pavilion.'

'Anyway, I'm cooperating with the Holy Sect. I'll definitely get to contribute, but I'm not guaranteed any benefits. They might even take advantage of the situation and kill me too!'

'Of course, compared to them, the sword-wielding disciples of the Sword Pavilion aren't much better.'

'However, bringing the sword-type swords into this mess will only create chaos and make it easier for me to fish in troubled waters and negotiate for more benefits.'

Thinking of this, the old dragon king immediately composed himself.

Jiangnan, Jiange.

At the edge of the sky, [Gangxing Preaching True Monarch] suddenly opened his eyes, a hint of doubt appearing in them, before he smiled and said, "Fellow Daoist's arrival is quite unexpected."

As soon as he finished speaking, the sea of ​​clouds began to ripple.

A moment later, a figure gradually emerged from the sea of ​​clouds. It was impossible to tell whether it was male or female, or what its origins were; only a deep, muffled voice emanated from it:
"Fellow Daoist, are you familiar with the [Remnant Consciousness of Celestials]?"

(End of this chapter)