Chapter 489: Chapter 277: Clear Wind Spirit Sword (Part 2)

Fang Yunjian raised an eyebrow.

“The Demon Race suffered heavy losses?”

This news caught Fang Yunjian off guard.

He was well aware of the intelligence regarding the South Wilderness Spirit Realm. Previously, the human race’s old adversaries were the myriad Demon clans, who had been in a stalemate for a long time without a winner.

For such a behemoth to be heavily damaged by an unknown force, it would undoubtedly be the Nine Demons Sect.

Fang Yunjian’s expression darkened as he raised his hand to press on the Puppet Core. All the memories the puppet witnessed on the giant mountain surged into his mind.

After a moment, Fang Yunjian released his hand, looked at Li Mu, and solemnly said, “Master Li, this intelligence is invaluable. What reward do you seek?”

Li Mu shook his head directly.

“No need for rewards. I have a bold hypothesis that I hope you two will hear.”

“The Demon Abyssal Forces behind the Nine Demons Sect have long set their sights on the myriad Demon clans and intend to refine puppets from their corpses to seize the South Wilderness Spirit Realm in one fell swoop.”

“I fear that you are not adequately prepared and may suffer a loss in this matter.”

Fang Yunjian’s breathing became noticeably heavier.

To swallow the South Wilderness Spirit Realm in one move—this plan is indeed crazy.

No one would dare to attempt this without adequate planning and a chance of victory.

The Nine Demons Sect is prepared to invade the South Wilderness Spirit Realm!

Even if there is only a ten percent chance of success, it is not something the current disciples of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect can handle.

The level of the battlefield is different, and so is the scale, requiring different preparations.

Li Mu’s warning could reduce the personnel losses among the Profound Celestial Sword Sect disciples.

After a brief silence, Fang Yunjian stood up, slightly bowing to Li Mu with clasped fists in salute.

“Thank you, Master Li, for the warning.”

Li Mu just shook his head, heavily stating, “I hope I’m wrong.”

Fang Yunjian suddenly said, “I will request reinforcements from the Sect, but they will take at least ten days to arrive. Master Li, what do you think I should do?”

If anyone else had said this, Fang Yunjian would have dismissed it as nonsense and wouldn’t have sought reinforcements from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect.

But as it was Li Mu, who had accurately predicted the Nine Demons Sect’s intentions with a proven prophecy, Fang Yunjian had no choice but to believe him.

Li Mu pondered for a moment, looking at Elder Hu beside him, and replied, “I’ve never encountered such a large-scale battle, so I can’t provide any advice. Let’s listen to Elder Hu’s opinion!”

Elder Hu lowered his head in thought, analyzing.

“Since the situation is poised and not yet erupting, we should not act rashly. I will also request reinforcements from the Taiyi Sect, which will also take about ten days. During this time, we should remain stationary and prepare for war. Once we have enough bargaining chips, we can then face off against the Nine Demons Sect. Fang Yunjian, what do you think?”

Fang Yunjian thought briefly and nodded, “Alright, then I’ll gather manpower.”

Before he could finish, Fang Yunjian suddenly frowned, taking out a Jade Pendant from his waist. One of the segments on the Nine-Palace Grid dimmed gradually.

With a crisp crack, two pieces on the Nine-Palace Grid shattered.

“This is… the life tablet of disciples from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect.”

Fang Yunjian nodded with a grim face.

“They are my two subordinates, Gu Jianhui and Chu Linjian. They’ve both died in battle.”

Just before, Fang Yunjian had ordered three men to lead a squad out of the city to lure out the Nine Demons Sect disciples attacking the South Wilderness Spirit Realm squad.

Now they are dead, and in two different directions simultaneously.

This made Fang Yunjian believe even more in Li Mu’s hypothesis.

The Nine Demons Sect couldn’t produce such strong individuals capable of overpowering disciples of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, preventing them from even sending a message.

Although the Demon Abyss has established a passage with the South Wilderness Spirit Realm, the passage is still weak, unable to accommodate powerful beings passing through. The situation is still under control to a certain extent.

Looking at the South Wilderness Spirit Realm, the only ones capable of this are the Demon Race.

“I miscalculated. I thought it was the force behind the Nine Demons Sect at work, but I didn’t expect they used the Demon Race!” Fang Yunjian said angrily, full of remorse.

The fall of two disciples with decent status from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect left Li Mu slightly shocked. Could it be that the Nine Demons Sect is planning to act against the Desolate Ancient City?

To be selected by the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, the top Sect, they must be the cream of the crop. Even they fell so quickly. If it were me, it wouldn’t be much better.

The Desolate Ancient City is in danger!

Li Mu furrowed his brow, scheming to leave this troubled place.

Elder Hu sighed, looking at Fang Yunjian, comforting, “Steward Fang, death is irreversible. Right now, it’s unwise to make hasty moves. Wait for the reinforcements to arrive before avenging them!”

“Elder Hu, I know what to do in the face of a major crisis. However, some things must be done.” Fang Yunjian’s face showed sadness, as if refusing advice, his words hadn’t finished before he vanished in a flash, leaving a steadfast determination like sword aura in the wind.

“Every disciple of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect should be buried within the Sect.”

Li Mu looked at Fang Yunjian’s quickly disappearing figure in amazement, choosing to persist despite knowing the dangers outside?

Elder Hu sighed helplessly, explaining to Li Mu, “It’s the tradition of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect. Their disciples are so noble; they won’t leave a disciple’s body abandoned in the wild.”

Li Mu suddenly understood why the Profound Celestial Sword Sect had such strong cohesion—it stemmed from the Sect’s tradition.

“Master Li, do you have any further plans?”

“For example, temporarily leaving this troubled place? After all, your current cultivation is only Mid-Stage Nascent Soul. Being adept at Artifact Refining, the rear is where your value can be maximized; it’s unwise to get involved in this war.” Elder Hu looked at Li Mu, earnestly reminding him.

These words struck a chord with Li Mu, who also considered lying low for a while. However, the two Spirit Plants in Yin Yang Valley were still some time from maturity, making it hard to let go. Also, Nascent Soul Xiaojin and Xiaowa had gone out exploring a Secret Realm and hadn’t returned, making it inconvenient to leave temporarily.

“Now that the South Wilderness Spirit Realm is riddled with hidden turmoil, it’s indeed something beyond my involvement. However, I still have some unfinished matters and may not be able to leave in the short term.” After a moment of hesitation, Li Mu responded.

Elder Hu nodded in understanding, taking out a Jade Pendant from his bosom and handing it to Li Mu, saying, “This is the signal of an Honored Guest Elder of our Sect. Master Li can use this to take refuge at the Taiyi Sect anytime.”

With a pause, Elder Hu smilingly introduced, “Oh, by the way, a Seventh Tier Artifact Refining Master in our Sect is quite fond of you and has asked me about you multiple times. If he weren’t in poor health, he would have personally come to get you.”

After a moment of contemplation, Li Mu accepted the Jade Pendant, replying, “I still have some important matters to attend to. If I have the opportunity, I will certainly visit.”

Elder Hu smiled, seeing Li Mu accept the token, he said no more and smiled, “Never mind, just visit Taiyi Sect when you have the time, and my task would be complete.”

Li Mu lightly nodded.

The tension between the Profound Celestial Sword Sect and Taiyi Sect was significant, and Li Mu did not wish to be involved.

But apart from these two Sects, there seemed to be no better place to go, leaving Li Mu in a bit of a dilemma.

Central State was not like the outside; competition was fiercely intense.

Without the support of a Sect, acquiring medicinal materials could become extremely difficult.

While in distress, suddenly the drumming from outside resounded through the heavens and earth.

At the tavern, Fang Yunjian, all in white, led his three trusted aides out of the city.

“The Profound Celestial Sword Sect is still like this, rashly ignoring everything once their emotions are stirred.”

Elder Hu’s words seemed mocking, but his inner thoughts were unknown.

But after seeing off Fang Yunjian, he bid farewell to Li Mu and sat in the Desolate Ancient City with his many disciples.

Fearing that the Nine Demons Sect would take the opportunity to attack the Desolate Ancient City, Elder Hu wasn’t confused.

This place was not only a refuge for the disciples of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect to rest and prepare for battle but also the assembly point for reinforcements from the two Sects.

This place must not be lost!

Fang Yunjian led people out of the city, while Elder Hu stabilized the situation, giving the cultivators in the Desolate Ancient City a backbone, and the situation swiftly returned to order.

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