Cultivation: Being Immortal

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Chapter 462: Beast Tide

Yun State

"This is a map of the human territory in Yun State. The human territory in Yun State is oval-shaped, long from east to west, narrow from north to south. It borders the northwest part of He State, forming a long corridor surrounded by Wilderness on all other sides.

This terrain is advantageous for us in case of internal human conflicts. Even if the enemy uses flying boats, it will be difficult for them to attack from other directions, and it will surely attract the attention of the demon tribe.

But if we fight against the demon tribe, we will be at a disadvantage. Our front line is too long and we are not able to defend it entirely, making it easy for the demon tribe to break through at different points."

"I hope the demon tribe doesn’t have talented tacticians."

"Do not rely on the enemy’s stupidity. While the overall intelligence of the demon tribe is lower than that of the human tribe, there are some demons with high intelligence. This time, when the Demon God Temple launches a full-scale attack, there will certainly be some demons acting as strategists."

Lin Jiang said directly that after arranging things with Wangxian Sect, he came to Yun State to assist in the war, as both his older sister and younger sister are here.

"Brother, what news is there on the Small Shadiao side?"

"A few days ago, a letter came saying that the daughter of Small Shadiao became the Demon Queen. The Peng Bird Clan’s status among the demon race has risen sharply. Small Shadiao is seeking the position of messenger as he doesn’t want to go to battle."

Lin Jiang said that the letter from Small Shadiao was lengthy and provided lots of information. For example, Xia Qingshan had appeared among the demon race, Lin Fanghua became the Demon Queen, and he himself didn’t want to fight against humans, so he chose to be a messenger to pass on the message.

"Small Shadiao is a fifth-rank Demon King, a key figure in the demon race. Can he be a messenger? Otherwise, let Small Shadiao be a commander and have him fight against Yun State, perhaps by intentionally losing?"

"It’s highly unlikely. Besides individual strength, an important aspect of a demon’s status is the strength of their group. Aurora falcons are relatively few in number among the demon race, unable to form a strong force. He wouldn’t be able to control a large army, so being a messenger is the best outcome for him, otherwise, he’d end up as cannon fodder."

Lin Jiang shook his head, thinking that if Small Shadiao led a group of soldiers to Yun State, it would be like serving Yun State on a silver platter.

"Then we have no choice but to fight. Currently, it seems that the demon race’s main target for attack is the eastern side of Yun State, as their forces in other directions are too weak."

"That seems to be the case. Yun State’s current tasks are twofold: actively fortify the eastern side, especially the northeast, deploy the main forces there. Secondly, unify all of Yun State’s strength."

Lin Jiang mentioned that Yun State’s major forces consist of only three: the Five Elements Sect, Zhonghang Sect, and Lin family. However, there are over a dozen medium-sized factions and countless small factions.

Hundreds of years ago, Yun State suffered a disastrous defeat against Qing State, leading to the near-extinction of their experts. Most of these medium and small factions betrayed Yun State’s cause. After centuries of recuperation, the three major factions have regained their strength. They aim to bring these factions under control again, even resorting to elimination in some cases. However, there are existing barriers and conflicts. Without finding a solution, these factions may not be willing to contribute. Relying solely on the three major factions is not a viable option.

"Now they have no choice, demons invading concerns the entire human race and the safety of the Yun State. If they don’t help, don’t blame us for taking action. Ancestor Shi, Sister Cao Ying, what do you say?"

"I’m willing for Zhonghang Sect to fight to the death, but if we do and someone takes advantage, then don’t blame us for not being polite."

"My Five Elements Sect is the same. I don’t have many years left anyway, so I don’t mind taking a few hits."

Shi Yuntang said he didn’t choose to take over someone else’s body to cultivate again, but used a different method to reunite his body. He doesn’t have much life left, but at least he can’t be compared to these younger generation.

"Since all three families have made their decision, it’s easy. All families and sects in Yun State must contribute their strength, effort, and money according to their abilities. Anyone who dares to disobey will be destroyed. Let’s be ruthless and disband their power, then regroup with the three families and enforce strict military laws. Any disobedience will result in extinction."

Lin Jiang suggested that now is not the time for mercy. The positions of the three families are the overlords of Yun State, the rulers of Yun State’s land, and the arbiters of life and death in Yun State.

"Don’t forget the independent cultivators. If they can’t be forced, entice them with benefits like territory, spirit stones, elixirs, techniques, weapons, etc., contributed by all families as rewards."

"Make sure to sustain the war effort. All Pill, Talisman, Item, and Formation masters of the three families should gather. These people shouldn’t casually enter the battlefield. Hunt and eliminate the demons quickly…"

The senior leaders were in discussion. None of them had experience in large-scale battles with demons, relying solely on their own wisdom and experience to formulate strategies. Only through actual combat would the effectiveness be tested.

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North of Yunzhong Mountain Range, many human towns have appeared over a thousand years. Both the Five Elements Sect and Zhonghang Sect have branches here, creating a lot of spiritual land and mines.

Following the footsteps of the major powers, many smaller powers have also established themselves here. Over generations, it seems to have become a paradise on earth.

However, the center of Yun State is still to the south of the Cloud Gate in the clouds, where the strongest power behind it is called Yunyang Sect, a splinter group from Cloud Sword Sect.

After the battle in Qing State, Cloud Sword Sect could not carry on its heritage. An internal conflict led to the complete decline of Cloud Sword Sect. After the conflict, Cloud Sword Sect split into three sects. Some continued under the Cloud Sword Sect name, still within its territories, while others left the sect.

These people went on to establish two new sects. One is called Sky Sword Sect, to the east of Cloud Sword Sect, taking a large portion of its land and resources and becoming independent.

Others crossed over the Yunzhong Mountain Range to the north, establishing Yunyang Sect. Yunyang Sect seized all of Cloud Sword Sect’s territories north of the Yunzhong Mountain Range and rapidly developed. In a few hundred years, it has tens of thousands of disciples and considerable strength.

"Ancestor Cao"

When the Soul Changing of Yunyang Sect saw Cao Ying approaching, he was extremely pleased and immediately went to greet her.

The relationship between the Yunyang Sect and Zhonghang Sect is very good. After all, the Yunyang Sect used to be the Cloud Sword Sect. Although Cao Ying kicked out the Cloud Sword Sect from Yunzhong City, she didn’t seize their property in the city, which helped the Yunyang Sect a lot in the early days.

"How are things going now?"

"The strength of the demon tribe in Yun State is not strong. There are no seventh-rank demon tribes, at most they are sixth-rank. The demon tribes are getting restless now and have already gathered. I predict they are waiting for the arrival of the seventh-rank demon tribe from the Demon God Temple."

"Yun State sits in a corner, far from Zhong State, so it is definitely not the main target of the demon tribes. You can rest assured."

Cao Ying said that, based on the information they gathered, the main force of the demon tribes is in Bing State. They want to break through Bing State and enter Zhong State. The location of Yun State is too remote and is definitely not the main target.

"If that’s the case, then that’s great. Just the demon tribes in Yun State make my scalp tingle. If more come, we won’t be able to resist them."

"Even if it’s not the main target, you should still be prepared. I will lend you a flying boat to try to take as many disciples and ordinary people as possible to the south."

"Ancestor Cao, this, this…"

The expression of Yunyang Sect’s Soul Changing changed. The foundation of the Yunyang Sect for hundreds of years is all here. If they were to retreat, they would have to start all over again, and their loss would be tremendous.

"I won’t force you to make a decision. I can summon the flying boat now, but if a real fight breaks out, it won’t be available. We will need to focus on transporting troops and supplies."

"I understand, Ancestor Cao. Can we build a teleportation array from Yunyang Sect to Yunzhong City?"

"Yes, but you will have to cover all the expenses. I can send a Formation Master from Zhonghang Sect to help you."

Cao Ying nodded. It was a promising idea, as it could be used to evacuate troops if the situation in the north worsened.

"News! Informing the sect leader, the envoy from Zhong State Danxia Sect has arrived at the gate. The Grand Elder is inviting the sect leader back for sect discussions."

While they were discussing, a disciple from Zhonghang Sect arrived with news.

"They are probably discussing the strategy to resist the demons in the entire cultivation world. Let’s go back and see."

Lin Jiang, who had come to the frontline with Cao Ying, remarked from the side.

"Alright, let’s go back."

"Ancestor Cao, we…"

"Soldiers from Yun State will arrive in two days to help, but the leaders of Yun State have decided to only attack the monsters from the north, not engage in direct combat. Be prepared on your own."

Cao Ying told Soul Changing from Yunyang Sect directly, "Yun State has many interests in the north and won’t give up easily. They will send troops to fight and try to take away their belongings. They won’t engage in direct combat. If Yunyang Sect wants to perish, no one will stop them."

Cao Ying and her group quickly returned to the entrance of Zhonghang Sect, where a messenger from Danxia Sect was already waiting.

"Greetings, Ancestor Cao."

"No need for formalities. What does Danxia Sect have to say?"

"Reporting to Ancestor Cao, the monsters have started a war against the humans. Many strongholds in the eastern part of the cultivation world have fallen, and humans are in imminent danger. I am here on behalf of Danxia Sect’s Tao Achieving cultivator ancestor to contact Yun State allies and discuss… "

The messenger from Danxia Sect explained that the monster attacks were fierce and caught humans off guard. Now, Zhong State has decided to mobilize on a large scale. Zhong State, however, is wise and won’t let itself decline just because of one war.

So Zhong State chose Danxia Sect as the leader to unite all human forces against the monsters together, weakening together.

This time the envoy from Danxia Sect wants Yun State to join the Human Alliance and will give Cao Ying a position as an elder.

"Go back and tell the Tao Achieving cultivator of Danxia Sect’s that Yun State is willing to join the Immortal Alliance."

After some thought, Cao Ying realized that Yun State couldn’t withstand such a large beast tide, so joining the alliance was a good idea. Danxia Sect named the Human Alliance the Immortal Alliance.

"That’s great, Ancestor Cao’s righteousness…"

The envoy from Danxia Sect immediately praised Cao Ying and then made the first request, wanting Yun State to flank the demon race to support the main battlefield.

Cao Ying, having been the head of the sect for many years, was not naive. Facing the envoy from Danxia Sect, she readily agreed, but then immediately made her own request. Due to Yun State’s weakness, she asked the Immortal Alliance to provide resources. To ask for resources without offering money was like dreaming.

This put the envoy in a dilemma. The Immortal Alliance was a loose coalition with no property under its name, so where would the resources to give Yun State come from? He hesitated, unable to clearly explain and unwilling to promise.

Cao Ying didn’t press him further, showing understanding of the difficulties faced by the Immortal Alliance. She asked him to go back and consult with higher-ups before making a decision and then sent the envoy away.

"Little Ying has already shown the demeanor of a generation master."

Lin Jiang sighed, worried that Cao Ying might be at a disadvantage. It seemed that the young girl from back then had now grown into a master.