Chapter 168: Chapter 70: Profound Crystal Fruit

The island’s protective array shattered, and facing the fifty-thousand-strong allied army, the seven thousand Han family guards on the main island had no chance of victory.

Li Jizhou, seeing this, retreated a hundred miles, trying to distance himself from the area likely to be affected.

After Jiang Li’s conventional persuasion to surrender and sow discord among the other members on the main island failed, he ordered an attack without much hesitation.

In an instant, sounds of magical combat echoed throughout the sea domain.

The strongest on the main island, Master Han, who had a True Core, and three Fake Pill Masters each led Han family guards to defend a flank.

The power of a True Core was extraordinary, holding off the first wave of attack.

However, the allied army’s numbers were overwhelming, frequently changing formations, taking turns to deplete the defenders.

Only half an hour later, the offensive of the three Fake Pill Masters weakened, forcing them to retreat frequently.

Unexpectedly, Master Han showcased a Top-Grade magical artifact he had never used before, angrily taking down over a hundred enemies in an attempt to charge at Jiang Li. However, after being repelled several times, the opportunity to capture the leader was lost, and he unwillingly withdrew to the core area.

An hour later, the allied forces landed on the main island.

For centuries, only Han family members were allowed to permanently reside on the main island, with outsiders only living there in capacities such as long-term laborers or servants.

And the core area was reserved strictly for the direct bloodline of the Han family to reside.

Within, it was a hierarchy of strict order.

But now, the remaining Han cultivators, numbering less than seven thousand, had all retreated to the core region.

“Recognize the situation, give up resistance. In my capacity as the commander of the allied forces, I declare that any non-lineal members of the Han family can surrender without facing death and will not face repercussions afterward. Those who resist until the end will be killed!” Jiang Li issued the final ultimatum once again.

This time, given the obvious situation, many were shaken.

“Kill! Kill! Kill!” Particularly with the deafening shouts of battle all around.

Many people had despaired to the point of breaking down.

“Ancestor, we beg of you, give us a way to live, let’s surrender!” As one person took the lead, he quickly rallied a large number of Han family members to kneel and plead in tears to the former True Core ancestor of the Han family.

Master Han looked at the circle of kneeling, pleading family members, and hatred surged in his heart.

If they surrendered, the clansmen might not die, but for the high-ranking ones like them, there was no chance of survival.

Especially considering their significant individual power posed a great threat to Jiang Li; given Jiang Li’s nature, he would surely eradicate them to prevent future troubles.

“Master Han, think of your Han ancestors, think of the Han tribe, do not remain obstinate. Do you really wish for the Han ancestors’ bloodline to end at your hands?” Every champion understands how to manipulate people’s hearts, and Jiang Li was certainly no exception.

He even possessed the eloquence to distort truths and the ability to self-hypnotize.

From beginning to end, Jiang Li maintained the moral high ground.

In contrast, Master Han, who had been in a high position for too long, arrogantly overlooked the younger generation and scorned lower-tier powers, was thus poor at sophistry and constantly at a disadvantage.

“Hahaha, little girl, do you really think you’ve won? Hmph, today I’ll let you witness what is the human heart!” Master Han laughed angrily out of rage.

At this moment, he finally revealed his trump card.

“Crash~” With a wave of his hand, a water curtain appeared in the sky.

Everyone present was attracted by his inexplicable move.

“All Seven Islands Lords, you should all be aware that my Han family’s third ancestor stumbled upon immortal material and offered it to the Shangguan Immortal Race.

However, what you don’t know is that the Shangguan Immortal Race not only granted an opportunity for that Immortal Race member to form a True Core back then but also bestowed a chance for the Han family to thrive for generations.”

Upon finishing, the water curtain in the sky transformed.

A small sapling about half a person’s height appeared within the water curtain, with a crystal-clear and plump fruit on it, seemingly on the verge of ripening.

“This is the Spiritual Object for Core Formation, the Profound Crystal Fruit Tree. Consuming this fruit during Core Formation can enhance the quality of the Core. Three hundred years ago, I did not consume a Crystal Condensing Pill but was still able to form a True Core, thanks to it.”

“Boom~” As soon as Master Han finished speaking, the scene instantly boiled over.

For cultivators, who doesn’t long for the Dao and immortality? Often, they simply resign to despair,

and at this moment, a potential aid for forming a True Core was within reach; it’s impossible to not be tempted.

Even those many guards who used unconventional Foundation Establishment methods harbored a slight hope, hoping for a sliver of chance to secure this object for their descendants.

The other island lords felt even more stirred.

Of course, there were two island lords whose mood was not good.

One was Jiang Li. With her Water Spirit Body, it was said by the predecessors that there was no need for a Crystal Condensing Pill or any Spiritual Objects; with solid foundations, a perfect Foundation Establishment, and a steady heart, she could achieve an Immortal Golden Core, guaranteed a True Core. Thus, she didn’t need it.

At this moment, she clearly understood Master Han’s public revelation aimed to easily incite chaos within the allied army.

The other was Yan Zhen from Pearl Jade Island.

Having learned of this news from Han Zhuo, he had schemed for many years, planning that when today’s events unfolded, and while other island lords were unaware, he would secretly claim the object for himself.

But now, it was difficult.

“Hahaha, I state clearly, if you continue to force me today, I will take this tree to the grave with me, and none of you shall have it.

If anyone can ensure the safety of the Han family, I am willing to offer it willingly and leave forever, never to return.” Master Han laughed coldly.

Upon hearing this, the Seven Islands allied forces, particularly the island lords, all distanced themselves from each other, becoming more cautious.

Jiang Li’s expression darkened, furrowing her brows.

She hadn’t foreseen this at all, plunging her into a stalemate.

In the distant rear, Li Jizhou, noticing this, let a faint smile appear on his lips, his Divine Sense linking with Guagua and the assassin who had slipped into the main island the moment the island’s protective array shattered.

According to the fragmented memories from Han Zhuo, there was a forbidden area within the core zone of the main island.

Except for the four Core Formation ancestors, any other unauthorized individuals who set foot within ten feet of its range would be executed without mercy!

Guagua and the assassin had now reached the forbidden area.

However, inside there was still a Tier Three array defending it, and if Guagua wished to forcefully break it, it would take at least half a day.

Fortunately, Li Jizhou had anticipated this kind of array restriction in the forbidden area, preparing three Quasi-Third Tier Breaking Charms for Guagua.

With the power of three Quasi-Third Tier Breaking Charms plus the might of Guagua, the Tier Three Great Demon, it would only take three quarters of an hour.

However, Li Jizhou had not ordered them to act hastily.

Once they acted now, Master Han would certainly be able to rush there in the first instance.

With a True Core over three hundred years old and three Fake Pills, Guagua would be in danger, and it would be difficult to safely take away the Profound Crystal Fruit Tree.

Now, all that could be done was to wait for the right opportunity.

Just at that moment, Li Jizhou’s gaze slightly sharpened.

Looking at the back of the allied forces, he noticed a number of people appearing unknowingly.

Though they were dressed in the guise of the allied forces, their auras were all of cultivators using orthodox Foundation Establishment methods.

Furthermore, by carefully observing those people’s movements, it was visible that with each change of position, they placed some inconspicuous items into the sea.

“Is this… the materials for setting up an array?” Observing those materials closely, Li Jizhou’s heart stirred slightly.

“Is this the assistance requested by the main island, or an reinforcements hired by some lord from the Seven Islands? Or is it an outside party looking to claim a share?”

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