Free Web NovelChapter 464: Chapter 60: Guangcheng Takes Action
The Taoist who appeared glanced at Fang Lingyun, causing a surge of fear within her heart.
It was the kind of primal fear that low-level creatures feel when encountering a predator.
In the past, when she was still very weak, encountering High-level Abyssal Creatures would trigger such a reaction.
But since she became Tier Nine, this had not happened again, even when entering the Ancient Secret Realm.
She had already completed the necessary withdrawal tasks and could leave at any moment.
Even at Tier Six now, she would not fear Xuanyuan.
She had a way out, but in front of this Taoist, she felt she might not even have time to escape the Ancient Secret Realm.
She sensed that even a slight delay in thought could be enough for this Taoist to completely eliminate her.
"What do you want?"
"It concerns the dispute over leadership between Youxiong and the Jiuli Tribe..."
"The Kunlun Immortals must not interfere in any internal affairs of the Human Race, which is a rule established long ago.
Even I cannot intervene."
The Taoist spoke calmly. Upon hearing his refusal, Xuanyuan hurriedly explained, "But Master, I have detected that this Chi You is not just a source of witchcraft.
He seems to carry the aura of the Profound Sect, and I heard from cultivators of the Lie Mountain Tribe that powerful cultivators within Jiuli are assisting him."
"According to information from within the Jiuli Tribe, this person hails from Lix Mountain."
Upon hearing of the Profound Sect aura on Chi You, the Taoist casually calculated on his fingers, and his previously calm expression suddenly knitted into a frown.
"It’s intriguing that Chi You is related to my Profound Sect, though which lineage it is unclear."
"Someone has already placed their bets on Chi You while we were not paying attention?"
"Betting? Master, what do you mean by betting?" Xuanyuan asked, puzzled by Guang Chengzi’s words.
Guang Chengzi spoke calmly, "You’ll understand once you become the Human Emperor."
"The Lix Mountain Dao Lineage, is it that ’Jie’ remains unyielding..."
Guang Chengzi’s expression quietly changed as he continued to calculate with his fingers. Both Xuanyuan and Fang Lingyun remained silent.
Even their breathing slowed, seemingly worried that the sound of their breaths might disrupt Guang Chengzi’s divination.
"Jie has sent disciples into the world, but it doesn’t seem solely for power... just for the chance to become immortal."
"The Profound Sect connection on Chi You has nothing to do with the sects of Chan and Jie, could it be..."
Guang Chengzi furrowed his brows and said to Xuanyuan, "Indeed, another power has intervened in this, otherwise based on the divination, Lie Mountain should have allied with your tribe."
"But now, the variables have emerged. If you wish to attain the position of Common Lord, it would be extremely difficult."
Upon Guang Chengzi’s words, Xuanyuan’s face began to change completely, and he couldn’t help asking, "But Master, what should I do?"
"Jiuli already has two Human Immortals, and now with Shennong..." Guang Chengzi looked grim, knowing he couldn’t act personally.
The Kunlun Immortals cannot directly influence the succession of leadership among the Human Race, that’s the rule.
Violating it would mean even if ’Chan’ were the first among many Dao Lineages, it could hardly contend with all Dao Lineages within the Great Wilderness.
However, although they cannot take action, they can send a small number of disciples to compete for the opportunity to become immortal or grant some items to reverse the decline.
This is achievable.
At least ’Chan’ can do this, otherwise why are nearly sixty percent of the current Human Race’s immortal techniques derived from ’Chan’.
"I see you have the Wind Queen among your generals, I can have the Profound Lady clan grant you a military formation capable of resisting the artillery of Jiuli.
If mastered, Youxiong can certainly oppose Jiuli."
"Moreover, I can guide the Ying Dragon into the Dragon Ascension Pool to let its bloodline undergo transformation, as well as your daughter.
I will ask Junior Brother Jade Cauldron if he can further develop her divine abilities..."
Guang Chengzi spoke calmly, referring to those who inherently have the potential to rise to become True Immortals.
He merely offered an opportunity, their success depended on themselves.
Moreover, it wasn’t against the rules, as even the younger generation of Lix Mountain possessed the Immortal Artifact of the Lix Mountain Old Mother.
"Thank you, Master!"
Xuanyuan was overjoyed, for this meant that whether in high-level or low-level combat, they would no longer be suppressed by Jiuli.
But soon his expression turned a bit worried as he asked, "Master, won’t this provoke a conflict among the Dao Lineages?"
Xuanyuan was quite knowledgeable and did not mind Fang Lingyun’s presence.
Guang Chengzi shook his head, "Those people haven’t stepped in, and I haven’t fully discerned the Profound Sect connection on Chi You.
No need to worry, for my aid will at best help you reach parity, and it’s only this once."
Guang Chengzi said calmly, "If you wish to secure the position of Common Lord of the Human Race, ultimately you must defeat Chi You, that is the crux."
"Disciple understands."
"Utilize whatever forces you can, do not tiptoe around the path of leadership."
Fang Lingyun listened intently to discern what could be of use in these insights.
These background descriptions and borrowable forces.
This would be extremely beneficial for future participation in the ’Battle of Zhulu’.
Even if maneuvered well, it could bring great benefits.
She didn’t realize Guang Chengzi looked at her while saying these final words.
Once Guang Chengzi finished speaking, he vanished, leaving Xuanyuan in contemplation.
When Fang Lingyun came to her senses, Xuanyuan spoke, "I know some of you have already formed a group, and your proposal this time is indeed promising."
"I intend for you to be involved in the future warfare against Jiuli with the Youxiong Tribe, what do you think?"
Fang Lingyun was taken aback for a moment, then hurriedly nodded, "Ancestor, it is our honor."
"Alright, first go down and discuss any ideas with the Wind Queen."
Now that Xuanyuan had a backup plan, he was no longer as anxious as before.
After Fang Lingyun left, Xuanyuan summoned Li Mu and commanded, "Have the army prepare to withdraw!"
With plans for the Wind Queen to study military formations, and the Ying Dragon and Drought Demoness both need to seize the opportunity to comprehend the True Immortal path.
During this time, they can only contract their operations, even if it means failure, as long as they hold out until the Wind Queen, Ying Dragon, or Drought Demoness succeeds.
"Understood."
Li Mu didn’t question Xuanyuan’s strategies. Even when the leader ordered a retreat, there was certainly a deeper meaning.
He was adept at leading and managing armies but acknowledged his strategic insight was not on par with the leader’s.
Otherwise, he would have been the leader himself.
His role was simply to follow orders.
Upon Xuanyuan’s command, Li Mu began using various command banners to arrange the troops.
The originally prevailing forces of Youxiong began to withdraw.
Troops marched backward continuously, reversing their formations, advancing in retreat.
Their withdrawal naturally drew the attention of the Jiuli forces.
