SFS Chapter 153 Li Lan of the Abyss Realm!
Chapter 153 Li Lan of the Abyss Realm!
"The northern border is in dire need of attention."
In the Central Continent, on the thirty-third heaven, urgent reports arrived one after another, alarming the Celestial Court.
The major powers in the Western Regions, the Eastern Wilderness, and the Southern Ridge also couldn't sit still. They all sent their troops to either scout the northern frontier or await orders from the Celestial Court.
"Master, several Immortal Lords have petitioned to discuss the important matter of combating the Gray Mist."
A fairy entered the Lingxiao Palace and reported to Xunyuan Tianjun.
Xun Yuan Tianjun was looking at an ancient book in his hand. He smiled calmly and said, "No rush."
"Has there been any news from your Senior Sister Gu Ling?"
The fairy said, "The Gray Mist Bandits are no match for the major forces. Sword Saint Dugu Yibai took action to resist them, but he was also seriously injured and his life is now unknown. However, he is already surrounded and cannot escape. The fall of the Northern Frontier will happen tonight."
Xun Yuan Tianjun immediately put down the book in his hand and said, "Alright!"
He looked quite pleased and said, "Immediately summon all the immortal lords to the Lingxiao Palace to begin the immortal gathering."
Within the Thirty-Three Heavens, various powerful forces have built celestial palaces, with celestial lords stationed there for cultivation. At this moment, after a single afternoon's summons, one powerful figure after another entered the Lingxiao Palace.
The so-called Immortal Lords are titles bestowed by the Celestial Court, and they are all powerful figures!
"Your Majesty, an urgent report from the northern frontier: after the fall of the Abyss Realm, the border is now under attack. What is the best course of action? Please advise, Your Majesty."
A powerful being spoke.
Xun Yuan Tianjun was not in a hurry, but calmly asked, "What do you all think we should do?"
"Is that even a question?"
An old immortal lord stood up and said, "The gray mist is the common enemy of the immortal realm. If the gray mist really invades, no one will be able to remain unscathed. The best course of action now is for the immortal court to send heavenly soldiers and generals to the northern frontier to guard it!"
"Indeed, it will be difficult for the Northern Frontier to resist the gray fog."
"Only by weathering these difficult times together can we overcome them!"
"We can't let the gray fog in!"
Many powerful figures also spoke up.
However, when Xun Yuantianjun glanced at them, some of the immortal lords remained silent!
He couldn't help but nod to himself. Ever since he made contact with the alien envoy, he had been secretly planning and had won over a large number of forces!
As long as they have the support and followers of this group, the pro-war faction will not be able to turn the tide.
However, he did not directly reject these people's advocacy for war, but nodded, "Immortal Cen's words resonate deeply with me."
"However, I just received some news..."
A look of grief appeared on his face: "Just today, the northern border has been breached, and Sword Saint Dugu Yibai has fallen in battle—"
Upon hearing this, everyone present was shocked!
"what?!"
"The border has been breached? How is that possible..."
"Even Dugu Yibai is dead?"
Everyone was horrified.
The border is the last barrier of the immortal realm. Once this barrier is breached, the mortals will only be able to face the gray fog!
Dugu Yibai's reputation is known throughout the world. He was already unparalleled in the northern frontier a thousand years ago, and his reappearance from the Wanyuan Mountain Range has attracted even more attention.
But now, even he has died in battle?
In an instant, a chill ran through everyone in the room!
How can we resist such a fierce gray fog?
"Could we ask an Immortal Emperor, or an Immortal Venerable or Great Sage, to lead the army...?"
The first powerful being to speak said.
Xun Yuan Tianjun shook his head: "Dugu Yibai's cultivation is already at the level of a quasi-Great Sage."
"He's already died in battle. Even if the Great Sage went, it would be of no use. As for the Immortal Venerable..."
He sighed, "I consulted the Antarctic Celestial Venerable, and he doesn't seem to have high hopes for this battle."
“My master has long since passed away, and I cannot inform him now.”
Upon hearing this, the faces of many immortal lords present turned even more grim!
"How exactly does the Antarctic Celestial Venerable speak?"
Cen Xianjun couldn't help but speak.
Others are also concerned.
Xun Yuan Tianjun said solemnly, "He said that the gray fog this time is due to the source, and the disaster is even worse than before. But even when the Mingzun personally led all the saints there ten thousand years ago, it was to no avail. This time, it is even more impossible to resist."
Fear was evident on everyone's faces!
Ten thousand years ago, the Bright Lord led many immortals and saints to quell a rebellion, but they never returned, a fact known to all.
This calamity is even worse than before; is it not a certain death?
"Immortal Lord Cen, I will immediately issue the order for the heavenly troops to proceed to the northern frontier..."
Seeing that the time was ripe, Xun Yuantianjun spoke.
But a celestial being immediately said, "Your Majesty, you are mistaken!"
"Even Dugu Yibai is dead, and the Immortal Venerable dares not resist. What use would it be if we went?"
Upon hearing this, even Immortal Lord Cen fell silent, for it was indeed an undeniable fact!
"Heavenly Lord, you are in charge of the Celestial Court and have interacted with many Celestial Venerables. Is there truly no way to avoid disaster in this life?"
A celestial being asked a question.
Xun Yuan Tianjun hesitated for a long time, seemingly unwilling to speak, but finally sighed and said, "The immortals once told me eight words."
"Hidden in the gray fog, waiting for the right time."
The crowd was intrigued.
"Hidden in the gray fog, waiting for the right time—what does that mean?"
"Are we supposed to hide in the gray fog? But how can we do that?"
Everyone was puzzled.
"After much deliberation and verification, it seems there's only one way..."
Xun Yuan Tianjun continued, "The so-called 'lurking in the gray mist' is a form of mutation, but this mutation is not about becoming a bizarre creature. Rather, it's about maintaining one's sanity, enduring this stage, and when the time is right, being able to turn the tide..."
After he finished speaking, he immediately added, "However, this is just my personal opinion, and you all don't need to take it to heart."
How to become alienated?
But a celestial being immediately pressed for answers.
Xun Yuan Tianjun sighed and said, "The method of alienation... is still undecided."
"However, the world will not accept this method. If it is implemented, it will surely be condemned. In my opinion, we should send troops to the northern frontier instead..."
The immortal lords in the arena were alarmed: "What's a mere stain on one's reputation worth!"
"Indeed! The most important thing now is the inheritance of the entire Immortal Realm!"
"If there is truly no other way out, this is the only way. At least there is still hope for restoration someday!"
Even the pro-war faction, including Cen Xianjun, remained silent, seemingly in a difficult and conflicted position.
But Xun Yuan Tianjun was already laughing!
After long preparations and painstaking planning, he now has the overall situation under his control.
He then thought of the news Gu Ling had sent back from the Northern Frontier: the pro-peace faction, the Li family, and others in the Northern Frontier had actually suffered a complete defeat? They were truly too foolish!
The best approach is to guide the situation and achieve one's goals in a gentle, persuasive way, like a spring breeze and nourishing rain.
Today's Immortal Gathering is an excellent start. Next, we can guide various forces step by step to follow the path of transformation and achieve Master's supreme path!
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The Li family bloodline!
These four words plunged everyone into astonishment and doubt.
Zhan Yiyuan, Tu Tianlong, Tang Jian... how did they become Li family bloodlines?
He once seized the Heavenly King Tower in the Sinful State and crippled the Li family's genius. Later, in the Northern Emperor City, he helped the Sword Sect and the Sun Moon Sect win the Battle of Gambling Source, completely shattering the Li family's grand plan of peace!
It can be said that the two sides are mortal enemies.
However, if one were not of the Li family bloodline, it would be absolutely impossible for a mere immortal to use the Li family's sacred artifact.
Even the murderous Sword Saint of the Ocean stopped, frowned slightly, and looked at Li Lan.
Li Lan sighed inwardly at that moment.
He didn't want to reveal himself too early, because it would bring endless trouble.
But now they are forced into this situation.
He was pondering whether the cat's tacit approval of his use of the sacred artifact meant that she felt Li Lan could now reveal himself.
As if understanding his thoughts, the cat's voice came:
"By revealing your true form, the karma of the Gray Mist Authority is converging on the Central Continent Immortal Court. If you don't fight now, you will miss out on a lot."
Li Lan was suddenly startled. What did this mean?
What is the Gray Fog Authority?
The Central Continent Celestial Court... Could someone be plotting something related to the Gray Mist within the Central Continent Celestial Court?
Li Lan was unaware of this, but he believed that a being like a cat could easily perceive the anomalies in the ocean of cause and effect, which was why it reminded him!
If someone is indeed plotting against Gray Fog, Li Lan is undoubtedly the most worthy rival in this world.
Because he had entered the gray fog and seen the Mingzun Demon Soul!
This is enough.
His every word and action can absolutely influence the course of the immortal realm!
Having thought of this, Li Lan no longer hesitated.
His appearance slowly changed again—returning to his true form!
Among the Li family members, Li Xue'er was suddenly horrified, as if she had seen a ghost, and exclaimed, "What? How could it be you! Weren't you dead?!"
Her delicate body trembled, and she subconsciously took a few steps back!
"who is he?!"
Immortal Saint Li Qiankun suddenly asked a question.
Li Daoling, standing beside him, was pale and felt a dryness in his throat: "Yuanjie... Li Lan..."
Abyss Realm, Li Lan!
The moment he uttered those two words, it seemed as if all of Li Daoling's strength had been drained away. Endless waves surged through his heart, and at the same time, an involuntary fear permeated his entire body!
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