Chapter 1956: Chapter 1949: My Brother Will Return Sooner or Later
Listening to the narrative of Vice Hall Master Feng Cong, Ji Xuan’s expression grew increasingly grave. He hadn’t imagined that not directly slapping Zhang Menglong to death back then would allow him to grow to the Peak of Divine Cultivation Realm in just three years. His proficiency in formations had reached such a formidable level that his ability to control the Illusory God even surpassed that of the Sect Master of Mount Yushen.
This time, their loss was undoubtedly significant. The Nine Prison Beast was slain, rendering the Crystal Palace nearly meaningless. Furthermore, they lost a large number of disciples and elders, and even Feng Cong was heavily injured, leading to his realm’s decline.
"Hall Master, Gu Xiao and his more than 8,000 outer sect disciples have all now advanced to the Peak of Divine Cultivation Realm, and they have mastered the third layer of the Nine Nether Sunset Art. Without mentioning Gu Xiao, just those 8,000 outer sect disciples could almost sweep through all the disciples and elders of our Divine Profound Hall!"
Having witnessed the power of the Nine Nether Sunset Art, Feng Cong was well aware of just how formidable this secret technique was. Back when Lei Poguan only broke through during battle, it was barely a hundredfold increase.
These outer sect disciples might not match Lei Poguan’s foundation, but now, they likely have a few hundredfold increase in intensity. Even if their overall power doesn’t match Lei Poguan’s, it wouldn’t be far off. Just dealing with this group of outer sect disciples alone is a troublesome matter.
As for Gu Xiao, although he can’t control the Illusory God beyond Mount Yushen’s range, who knows if he has any more formidable trump cards? Perhaps his overall power can now rival the Peak of Dao Realm.
"No need to panic," Ji Xuan maintained his composure, "The Nine Nether Sunset Art is indeed powerful, but it’s only the most precious possession of the Sunset Sect. We at the Divine Profound Hall command resources from over a dozen superpowers. Although we lost a Nine Prison Beast, so what? If they think they can battle our Divine Profound Hall, they’re simply daydreaming!"
"Hall Master, I’m concerned that once they recover some energy, they will go to the Yanyang Divine Nation to rescue other superpower individuals. Given Gu Xiao’s group’s power, they are more than capable of rescuing those people," Feng Cong said, "We still need to prepare quickly. Relying on the people of the Yanyang Divine Nation alone, there’s no way they can withstand Gu Xiao’s group’s offensive."
"Of course, I know," Ji Xuan nodded, "The people of the Yanyang Empire wouldn’t stand a chance against over 8,000 who have mastered the triple-layered Nine Nether Sunset Art. But the War God Palace left us with a few treasures."
"Yun!"
"Hall Master!" Another Vice Hall Master appeared beside him, kneeling before Ji Xuan on one knee.
The Divine Profound Hall boasted eight Vice Hall Masters, and among them, Yun was one of the most formidable and also the most trusted under Ji Xuan. Tasks handled through him had never failed to this day.
"Take the War Shackles to the Yanyang Divine Nation," Ji Xuan handed a crystal ball to Yun.
"War Shackles?" The Vice Hall Master Yun clearly didn’t know of the War Shackles. He only knew the item was seized by the Hall Master from the War God Palace.
"This is a treasure from the War God Palace," Ji Xuan explained, "It can double your power and link both life force and strength with those around you. Ten thousand will share 100% of your power, a hundred thousand will share 50%, and a million will share 10%, and all will share life force."
"Such an overpowered treasure?" Yun’s expression turned unbelievably shocked. Although he hadn’t used this treasure yet, just from the description, the effect of this War Shackles was insanely overpowered. It’s simply a top-tier support gear for massive battles!
Using the War Shackles, he could muster over a hundred thousand Ninth Grade Dao Realm martial artists and a million Eighth Grade Dao Realm martial artists. Coupled with the shared life force effect, what could Gu Xiao’s group do, even with the Nine Nether Sunset Art? After all, they are merely Peak Divine Cultivators, not Lei Poguan!
"Leave the security of the Yanyang Divine Nation to you. If Gu Xiao attempts a rescue, I want him captured and brought to me," Ji Xuan ordered.
"Rest assured, Hall Master, with the War Shackles here, if Gu Xiao dares to come, he will have no chance to escape again."
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After a few days of recovery, Mount Yushen began to show signs of vitality. Although most injuries hadn’t fully healed, the strength of disciples from the five superpowers advanced rapidly. Most of the Divine Cultivation Realm disciples had increased by one or two levels, while the Divine Breath Realm disciples experienced even greater enhancements.
Now, everyone was brimming with confidence about the upcoming rescue mission to the Yanyang Divine Nation.
Apart from nearly 30 million people summoned by Zhang Menglong, all the Divine Cultivation Realm disciples joined the mission, with the numbers nearing a hundred million, making it perhaps one of the largest battles in history among the superpowers.
"Gu Xiao, on this journey to the Yanyang Divine Nation, you must be extremely cautious. Although you have the help of these friends, the people of the Divine Profound Hall aren’t easy." Before departure, the five Sect Masters advised earnestly.
"Rest assured, Sect Masters, I will try my best to rescue the others from the superpowers intact," Zhang Menglong said with ease, "And while the Divine Profound Hall may not be easy, I, Gu Xiao, am no pushover either. They have trump cards, but I’ve hidden my aces."
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Zhang Menglong took out several ships. The fleet majestically set sail towards the region where the Yanyang Divine Nation was located.
The frontier fortress of the Yanyang Divine Nation had now turned into a massive prison, holding the sect masters, elders, and disciples of 12 superpowers.
Most of them had been blocked from using their powers, and apart from their physical stamina, they were practically like ordinary people.
Over time, they had endured much and suffered greatly. Some joined the Divine Profound Hall under torture, while others were coerced due to threats against important figures. Yet, some still adhered to their principles, and they weren’t a minority.
Imprisonment location of the Yujian Villa.
Since Long Sen obtained the inheritance of Yujian Villa and joined it, he had become the Sect Master’s direct disciple.
However, not many knew of this. Despite scouring the entire Yujian Villa, they hadn’t gained much. Who would have expected that the inheritance of Yujian Villa would reside with a newly inducted direct disciple?
During this period, some had joined the Divine Profound Hall under pressure, and even provided much information on the Martial Arts Techniques of Yujian Villa, but the blade had yet to fall upon Long Sen.
Of course, their current days weren’t exactly easy.
"Smack!"
Long Sen was thrown into the guardroom, his body bearing numerous old and new wounds.
The master of Yujian Villa saw him and immediately supported him with an exhausted body, "Sen’er, how are you? Did they rough you up again?"
"Hmph!" Long Sen snorted coldly, "Just those tricks, I’m used to it by now. Just wait, my brother Gu Xiao will return one day and flatten your Divine Profound Hall!"
