Chapter 543

Chapter 543: The Loss Hexagram

After more than ten days of high-speed cruising, Hidden Spirit No. 2 finally located the anchorage of the classic Star Ship.

“Over ten days ago, the fleet of Qianling Sect stationed here encountered giant beast race warships.”

“To prevent further damage to the classic Star Ship, Master Qianling led the fleet to lure the giant beast race warships away.”

“This is the message left by Master Qianling,” Xu Fan inquired.

“Correct,” Grape replied.

“How many giant beast race warships are there?” Xu Fan asked again.

“There are six moon-level giant beast race warships. It is expected that in four months, Master Qianling will completely eliminate them.”

“In four months, let’s guard the area and mine,” Xu Fan thought aloud.

“It seems that’s the only option,” Spirit Cut said from the side.

“Grand Elder, will you rest here, or will you go look for them?” Xu Fan asked.

“Since the second brother can handle it, I won’t interfere; I’ll stay here to watch over the Star Ship,” the Grand Elder of Qianling Sect said.

Xu Fan nodded and had Hidden Spirit No. 2 leave a small warship for resting. Then he sent Spirit Cut to mine in the surrounding area.

“I heard the Grand Elder is skilled in divination techniques. Can you draw a hexagram for the second brother?”

With nothing to do, the Grand Elder of Qianling Sect struck up a conversation with Xu Fan.

“Let’s do it; nothing major will happen anyway,” Xu Fan replied with a smile.

Six coins made of five elemental origins appeared in Xu Fan’s hand, which he then gently tossed onto the table.

The Loss Hexagram, Xu Fan silently thought.

Soon, Xu Fan noticed something unusual in the hexagram and began to take the divination seriously, his expression growing grave.

The previously smiling Grand Elder of Qianling Sect saw Xu Fan’s expression and stopped smiling, returning to his usual solemn demeanor, waiting for Xu Fan’s result.

After a long while, the Grand Elder asked, “Could it be that the second brother is in some danger?”

“There’s no immediate crisis; it’s just that the losses are quite severe. This isn’t an ordinary Loss Hexagram.”

“This is a great loss~” Xu Fan lifted his head and said.

“Grand Elder, you should prepare yourself. The hexagram suggests that Master Qianling might have to return for supplies,” Xu Fan stated.

“There’s no indication of bloodshed in the hexagram, so there shouldn’t be any significant losses in personnel.”

With a gentle wave of his hand, the six coins on the table instantly vanished.

The Grand Elder of Qianling Sect stood up.

“I’ll go take a stroll around; perhaps I’ll run into the second brother and third brother.”

As the Grand Elder of Qianling Sect spoke, he took a step forward and disappeared.

“Is it really that easy for an invincible respected elder to break the spatial seal?” Xu Fan said enviously.

“I thought I could consult with the invincible respected elder, but now there’s no opportunity.”

Two months later, Xu Fan finally awaited Master Qianling.

Inside a shabby spare escape pod, Master Qianling looked disheveled as he faced Xu Fan.

“Grand Elder, I finally found you! I almost didn’t make it back,” Master Qianling said, his voice tinged with despair.

“Was the battle really that bad?” Xu Fan asked, his brow furrowed.

Even against six moon-level giant beast race warships, things shouldn’t have gone so poorly.

“I underestimated them. I was overconfident,” Master Qianling admitted regretfully.

“What exactly happened?” Xu Fan pressed.

“It was a tactical error. The six giant beast race warships picked us off one by one.”

“Their defense and firepower were unlike anything I’ve ever seen.”

“Even with Qi Yi’s skill at steering Star Ships, he couldn’t handle three at once.”

Master Qianling looked utterly defeated, as if all the resources he’d built up over the years had been wiped out.

“At least I managed to save the sect’s disciples and senior elders from the Star Ship. If I hadn’t, the leader would’ve killed me when I got back.”

He sighed deeply, glancing toward the classic Star Ship hidden in the formation.

“Grand Elder, how long will it take to fix this Star Ship?”

“Three months. As long as the spiritual energy core isn’t damaged, we can patch the hole and reconnect the formation,” Xu Fan replied.

Xu Fan felt a pang of caution.

He used to think he was untouchable when it came to steering and crafting Star Ships, believing his advanced ideas could outmatch anyone.

But this incident had humbled him.

“What about the leader? Wasn’t he supposed to be with you?”

“I even got your signal during the fight,” Master Qianling said.

“The Grand Elder went to find you. He usually comes back every half month, so he should return in a day or two,” Xu Fan calculated.

“We’ll wait for him then. I’ll have to trouble you again, Grand Elder.”

Xu Fan waved his hand, smiling. “We’ve been working together for a while now. No need to talk about trouble.”

Master Qianling nodded, touched by Xu Fan’s kindness.

“Grape, send a message and tell Hidden Spirit No. 2 to return,” Xu Fan ordered.

“Understood,” Grape replied.

“By the way, third brother wants a spirit like Grape. Can you make one, Grand Elder?” Master Qianling asked.

“I can, but the celestial tool-level spirit ore required is massive. Your sect might not be able to gather it all quickly,” Xu Fan explained.

Grape had consumed countless Heaven and Earth Spiritual Treasures over the years, enough to trade for several celestial tools.

“What about a simpler version? Something that can help him manage the sect like Grape does.”

“Third brother’s been nagging me about it, saying this management style is amazing,” Master Qianling added.

“What about the Third Grand Elder? Aren’t you letting him out?” Xu Fan asked.

“Not yet. He’s shaken up and needs some time to calm down.”

“I underestimated them. They outsmarted me,” Master Qianling admitted.

“Don’t worry. We’ll get them next time. Once I fix the classic Star Ship, we’ll be even stronger than those moon-level giant beast race warships,” Xu Fan said with a smile, curious about what kind of beasts could have brought Master Qianling to this state.

Meanwhile, deep in the Extreme Void Domain, the six giant beast race warships halted outside the disaster barrier.

“Stay close and get through this disaster zone first. This time, our beast race alliance must find the giant beast’s egg.”

A voice as clear as wind chimes echoed in the minds of those steering the warships.

A woman with snow-white fox ears and nine tails stood in the control room of the lead warship.

“If we hadn’t been pressed for time, that human race respected elder wouldn’t have escaped,” she said coldly.

“We have three hours left. Follow my orders exactly. If anyone hesitates for even a second, you’ll face the punishment of ten thousand ants devouring your heart when we return.”

Her voice sent a chill through every beast race member, sharpening their focus.