Volume 1 Volume 6 Chapter 123

Volume 6 Chapter 123: Gathering at Black Emperor Cliff (Part 4)

Just as Bai Qingfu was shocked by Zhang Xusheng’s mysterious powers, Li Yuhan, who had been lost in thought, suddenly let out a low cry.

"We cannot let this happen."

Hearing Li Yuhan’s sudden and unclear shout, Bai Qingfu and Lv Qingshang forgot about the fear brought by Zhang Xusheng and turned to look at Li Yuhan in surprise.

Looking at their puzzled expressions, Li Yuhan said seriously, "Our Jiuhua clan stands as one of the six Holy Lands not because we have many strong people or because our cultivation methods are very profound. Groups like the ‘Xingyin Sect’ and ‘Eight Wilderness Hall’ do not lack in those aspects and may even be stronger than us in some ways. Jiuhua has stood strong for thousands of years, even after suffering a great loss in strength during the catastrophe, still holding the title of Holy Land. This is because we have a reputation built by our ancestors. As long as this reputation exists, even if Jiuhua has only one person left, we will still be one of the six Holy Lands. Once this reputation is ruined, no matter how strong I am, I will be nothing and become a laughingstock for future generations. I cannot let that happen. Otherwise, how will I face those ancestors who have passed away when I die?"

While he spoke, Li Yuhan looked determined. Among the young elders of Jiuhua, he was the one truly thinking about Jiuhua. Even Xu Qingfan, who felt the pressure of protecting Jiuhua, did not regard the maintenance of Jiuhua as his mission in the same way Li Yuhan did.

Although Lv Qingshang admired him in his heart, he still forced a smile and said, "But what does it matter? Gongsun Huasa caught us off guard. Throughout the whole situation, we couldn’t react in time, and now it has come to this…"

"No, there is still a chance." Li Yuhan interrupted Lv Qingshang firmly. "Now that the Shura Clan has returned, the Righteous Alliance is focused only on dealing with them. They haven’t had time to think about and accept our Jiuhua’s scandals. Once they deal with the Shura Clan and have time to reflect on these issues, and if some malicious people spread rumors to make these scandals well-known, that would be too late for us. But now, we still have time."

"What do you suggest?"

Lv Qingshang’s spirit lifted, and he hurriedly asked.

Li Yuhan’s serious face suddenly showed a dark expression as he slowly said, "Since things have come to this, I can only sacrifice that old man Gongsun Huasa. But since she is unkind, I must be unkind too."

"What do you mean?"

Hearing Li Yuhan say this, Bai Qingfu became interested and quickly asked.

Li Yuhan looked around, then slowly shared his plan with Bai Qingfu and Lv Qingshang. Both of them trembled slightly but looked at Li Yuhan in disbelief, clearly not expecting the usually gentle and humble Li Yuhan to come up with such a sinister idea at this time.

"But even so, isn’t it the same? Jiuhua still has people in high places with bad intentions, and Jiuhua’s reputation will still be harmed," Lv Qingshang frowned.

"It’s different. If both the sect leader and the heir of Jiuhua fall into evil, it means something completely different from just one Supreme Elder with bad ambitions," Li Yuhan shook his head, his dark expression growing clearer. "Moreover, if this Supreme Protector suddenly feels regret after many years of guidance from Jiuhua, and bravely dies in a great battle against the ‘Ming’ organization to save others, that might offset the harm caused by his ambitions."

Bai Qingfu and Lv Qingshang felt a chill, as if they were viewing Li Yuhan anew.

Li Yuhan was aware of Bai Qingfu and Lv Qingshang’s thoughts, but at that moment, he had no intention of explaining. Such a cunning plan did not match his nature, but to restore Jiuhua’s reputation, he had no choice but to proceed.

Li Yuhan said calmly, "This plan has three key points. The first is to unite with the other elders of Jiuhua. Although they haven’t spoken in this matter, they probably feel as caught off guard as we are. Except for Gongsun Huasa’s few accomplices, I believe everyone else is angry about Gongsun Huasa’s actions, and I will be responsible for bringing them together. This task is simple, but it must be done by me."

After a pause, Li Yuhan said to Lv Qingshang, "I will need to ask Martial Uncle Lu to help create false evidence at ‘Ronghua Mountain.’ Only you can pass through the mountain’s protective formation. At this time, there are not many skilled fighters guarding ‘Ronghua Mountain.’ It shouldn’t be too difficult for you to do something there."

As he spoke, Li Yuhan turned to Bai Qingfu. After a moment of hesitation, he gritted his teeth and said, "Martial Uncle Bai, your task is to find Martial Uncle Xu Qingfan and observe the situation inside ‘Shadow Tear.’ He may truly be possessed. If you find him and he is still clear-headed, that would be good. You can share my plan with him and ask for his help. But if he has already lost his mind and is filled with Demon Thoughts, you must find Martial Uncle Jin, explain the situation, and make sure to eliminate him! He must not appear in the cultivation world again!"

After a brief moment of surprise, Bai Qingfu and Lv Qingshang exchanged glances and slowly nodded in agreement to Li Yuhan.

"In a little while, the main forces of the Righteous Alliance will attack the headquarters of the ‘Ming’ organization. Take this opportunity to leave secretly and carry out your plans."

While speaking, Li Yuhan gave a deep bow to the two of them, while they quickly turned aside, not wanting to accept his respect, as everything Li Yuhan did was for Jiuhua, not for himself.

…

"So, dear friends, let us unite to fight once again against the Shura Clan for the future of all humanity!"

At that moment, Immortal Zizhen finished his speech.

"For the greater good of the world, we will spare no effort and risk our lives. Please rest assured, Taoist Friend Zizhen!"

Thousands of cultivators bowed and replied at the same time. Immortal Zizhen’s speech was so inspiring that even those cultivators, who usually remained calm, felt moved. For a moment, they only wanted to fight the Shura Clan, and death didn’t seem so frightening anymore.

At that moment, Immortal Zizhen did not feel happy about all of this. He just glanced angrily at Mr. Liu and Zhang Xusheng. Mr. Liu appeared calm and serious, completely ignoring him, while Zhang Xusheng smiled politely in response to the glare.

Until they become a master, ordinary cultivators will never understand the true power of a master; it is an entirely new level.

While Immortal Zizhen spoke, even though he was multitasking, even though there were many people in front of him, and even though the environment was a bit noisy, he still heard the quiet conversations of Ting’er and Li Yuhan’s group. They spoke in hushed tones and communicated secretly, yet their words clearly reached Immortal Zizhen’s ears.

Immortal Zizhen maintained a calm expression, but privately, he secretly left hidden marks on Ting’er, Bai Qingfu, and others. Even from a million miles away, he could clearly know their locations. What they saw and heard would appear in his mind, and when necessary, he could use his secret methods to control them.

This was all preparation for him to smoothly find Xu Qingfan after resolving the matter with the Shura Clan.

However, Mr. Liu and Zhang Xusheng unexpectedly prevented his actions. The hidden marks he left on Ting’er and the others were removed by the combined efforts of Mr. Liu and Zhang Xusheng, yet Ting’er and the others remained completely unaware of this.

Immortal Zizhen’s speech lasted about a quarter of an hour, and the silent struggle between him, Mr. Liu, and Zhang Xusheng lasted just as long.

In the end, against two opponents, Immortal Zizhen was at a disadvantage and could not leave even the most ordinary mark on Ting’er and Bai Yu. Meanwhile, Li Fulu seemed lost in thought and ignored the silent battle among the three, while the other masters dared not interfere with the conflict between these top three masters.

Zhang Xusheng was mysterious, and as an ally, he was someone Mr. Liu couldn’t avoid at the moment. Mr. Liu was also the person Immortal Zizhen valued most for his help to the Righteous Alliance. So, even though he felt angry, he couldn’t say anything and had to swallow his frustration.

"They are just kids and mean no harm. As a senior, why would you scheme against them?"

Suddenly, Mr. Liu’s voice rang in Immortal Zizhen’s ears, leaving him speechless.

With a sigh, Immortal Zizhen, a person who knew how to let go, quickly gathered his emotions. After all, dealing with the Shura Clan was the most important thing now, and Mr. Liu and Zhang Xusheng were essential at this moment, so he couldn’t offend them too much.

Looking at the four to five thousand skilled fighters of the Righteous Alliance in front of him, Immortal Zizhen pointed south and called out, "According to reports, the headquarters of the ‘Ming’ organization is located at ‘Black Emperor Cliff,’ where the Demon Ancestor fell many years ago. Now, dear Taoist friends, let us head towards ‘Black Emperor Cliff’ at full speed."

As the skilled fighters of the Righteous Alliance responded endlessly, Ting’er, Zhang Ningmei, Bai Yu, Dongfang Qingling, Wang Zegang, Tian Zhenxian, Tian Zhenling, along with Lv Qingshang and Bai Qingfu, all disappeared quietly and skillfully into the large mixed group of the Righteous Alliance.

Immortal Zizhen understood that with Mr. Liu and Zhang Xusheng’s interference, he had to pretend he didn’t see the actions of the two sides. He sighed but acted as if he was unaware of Ting’er, Bai Qingfu, and others’ little moves, and he flew forward toward ‘Black Emperor Cliff.’

Meanwhile, a thousand miles west of ‘Ronghua Mountain,’ Xu Qingfan’s battle with the ‘Magic Pearl’ was reaching its most critical point.