Chapter 642

Chapter 642: Puppet Giant City

Xu Fan and his two clones had been discussing for a long time without coming up with a solid plan, so they decided to wait until the sword formation puppets were completed to see how they performed.

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Far from the Hidden Spirit Sect, there was a valley surrounded by mountains.

At that moment, Xiong Li and Qian Bing were hiding behind a mountain.

"The structure of these puppets looks a lot like the tool puppets from our sect," Qian Bing recalled.

"That’s not the main issue. The real problem is that this city doesn’t seem to have been built by our sect."

In the valley stood a massive puppet city, housing a huge army of puppets, which Xiong Li and Qian Bing had stumbled upon.

Qian Bing watched as spiritual boats rose and fell within the giant city, and he began to think deeply.

"The sect’s gift package included a long-distance communication tool. I think we should inform the Grand Elder about this puppet giant city," Xiong Li suggested.

"That’s definitely necessary, but let’s not rush. We should keep observing for a while; there might be more to uncover."

As they were discussing this, a massive star ship appeared in the sky, slowly descending near the puppet giant city.

Xiong Li and Qian Bing immediately became alert.

"This puppet giant city even has a star ship!" Qian Bing exclaimed in amazement.

Just then, the doors of the star ship opened, and a group of Core Formation stage puppets stepped out, numbering around 500.

Soon after, a group of puppets emerged from the puppet giant city, catching the attention of the two.

"How did that puppet advance to the Void Refinement stage?" Qian Bing asked, shocked.

"All these puppets look pretty similar; how can you tell them apart?" Xiong Li asked curiously.

"You don’t work with puppets much. I control them, and over time, each puppet develops its own unique aura."

"But that puppet’s core was at the Transformation stage just a few days ago. How did it reach the Void Refinement stage now?" Qian Bing said, his expression serious.

"What do you think all that spirit ore being transported into the city is for?"

"Isn’t it just for upgrading these puppets?" Xiong Li replied, as if it were obvious.

"Xiong Li, you don’t get it. Compared to the puppets in our sect, these ones are much stranger. It seems like each one has its own consciousness," Qian Bing said, visibly shaken. If such puppets became too numerous, it could lead to a terrifying outcome.

"Let’s keep watching. Once the star ship leaves, we’ll send a message to the sect."

"If those Core Formation stage puppets find us, we’re done for," Xiong Li said.

Qian Bing nodded in agreement.

The star ship didn’t stay in the puppet giant city for long. After unloading some cargo, it took off and left.

Xiong Li and Qian Bing took the chance to leave the area and sent a message to the sect, attaching a light shadow diagram.

At that moment, Xu Fan, who had been deep in thought, suddenly received a message from Xiong Li.

"A puppet giant city; it seems to be not too far from the sect," Xu Fan read as the message appeared.

A projection appeared before Xu Fan, showing the puppet giant city and some moving images.

Looking at the structure and style of the puppets, Xu Fan paused for a moment and then laughed.

"Looks like the little National Master working for me still hasn’t given up."

A luxurious Fortune Treasure Canopy appeared behind Xu Fan, now fully solidified.

Behind the Fortune Treasure Canopy, a faint image of a merit wall emerged.

"Even after all this, you’re still thinking about me? You must have some kind of secret weapon, huh?" Xu Fan said with a smile.

"Grape, have we heard anything back from those free seeds we released?" Xu Fan asked, having been too busy lately to keep up with that situation.

"We did get some news. The Nine Phoenix Dynasty has grown to the size of Lin Sen Fairy City and is expanding rapidly."

"Across the entire Endless Sea, the islands in the near-sea region are almost entirely under the control of the Nine Phoenix Dynasty."

"The Nine Phoenix Dynasty has also pooled the nation’s resources to elevate one puppet to the Great Ascension stage."

"And that puppet happens to be one of the free seeds," Grape said, a hint of amusement in his tone.

"Impressive! They managed to create a puppet at the Great Ascension stage," Xu Fan remarked, clearly impressed.

"Master, if those puppets dare to approach the Hidden Spirit Sect, they’ll become my favorite meal," Grape said.

"Don’t just think about devouring them. Assimilation would be better, wouldn’t it? Let them become part of our family," Xu Fan corrected.

"At the very least, we can have them gather more resources for your evolution later on."

"I understand, Master. But what about this Puppet Giant City?" Grape asked.

"Since they seem so determined, why not turn this giant city into a Free City?" Xu Fan suggested with a smile.

"Do you need to go out in your main form?"

"No, a clone will do, but it should be accompanied by a Great Ascension stage puppet," Grape replied.

"Take that cube with you; it’s fast. We don’t want Xiong Li and the others running into any trouble," Xu Fan instructed.

"Understood, Master."

A Large Spiritual Boat flew out from the Hidden Spirit Sect and immediately teleported to the designated area.

"I have to say, a world without spatial seals is really convenient. A Large Spiritual Boat can teleport with just one energy artifact," Xu Fan commented, watching the direction where the boat had disappeared.

Xiong Li and Qian Bing didn’t have to wait long before receiving a message.

After getting the information, Xiong Li and Qian Bing arrived early at the meeting point.

When the door of the spiritual boat opened, a group of puppets stepped out.

"The sect sent a Great Ascension stage puppet!" Qian Bing exclaimed excitedly.

"Is that all the sect sent? Just puppets?" Xiong Li asked, looking at the Great Ascension stage puppet.

"The smartest clone from the Hidden Spirit Sect, Grape, is also here," the Great Ascension stage puppet said, as Grape’s clone had already been integrated into it upon arrival.

"What about the Puppet Giant City? I feel like it has something to do with our Hidden Spirit Sect," Qian Bing asked.

"It is related to the sect and is considered a hostile force, but it’s not a big deal. In the future, that giant city will serve as a base for the sect."

As the Great Ascension stage puppet spoke, it began walking toward the Puppet Giant City, having already mapped the surrounding terrain upon arrival.

Xiong Li and Qian Bing followed behind the puppet, somewhat confused by its explanation.

"Grape, are you planning to assimilate them?"

"Look, we discovered this Puppet Giant City. Can you spare me a few teams of puppets to join my puppet army?" Qian Bing asked, practically drooling.

"I’m here to assimilate them, but after assimilation, they’ll still retain their self-awareness. It might be tough for you to recruit them into your puppet army," the Great Ascension stage puppet explained.

"There must be some benefits, right?" Qian Bing said, rubbing his hands together, knowing the sect was usually generous with rewards.

"You can take one-tenth of the treasures from the Puppet Giant City."

The Great Ascension stage puppet’s words made both of them widen their eyes in surprise.