The Heavenly Dipper Sect's Situation Takes a Sudden Turn; Blue Fruit Island Encounters a Great Demon

As soon as Gang Yuan True Monarch Gangyuan came out of the Sect Hall, he saw a huge figure, like a mountain, pressing down on the Mountain Protecting Grand Array above the mountain.

It was a giant fish, thousands of feet long, and now it had fully revealed its true form.

It is repeatedly using its massive body to attack the Mountain Protecting Grand Array.

Below the formation, two familiar faces stood in mid-air, unabashedly radiating the aura of a Nascent Soul True Lord.

They remotely locked onto the last True Lord of the Heavenly Dipper Sect — the Rift Void True Monarch— who was presiding over the formation.

However, they only held the enemy at bay, precisely positioning themselves at the edge of the formation, but did not directly engage in combat.

To put it bluntly, they were simply covering for the Sea Fish and helping it deplete the Heavenly Dipper Sect's Spirit Stone reserves.

This situation has been commonplace for the past two years.

Every morning after the Spiritual Qi Tide ends, the opponent will come to deplete our energy.

Occasionally, they would launch a surprise attack in the afternoon or at midnight to test how many True Lord remained on Heavenly Azure Peak.

The main purpose is to prevent any True Lord from sneaking out to launch a surprise attack on other places.

Sure enough, upon seeing Gang Yuan True Monarch appear, the Wang Family Ancestor immediately changed his target, locking onto him from afar with his imposing aura.

At the same time, the frequency of the Sea Fish's impacts decreased significantly, and it raised its position slightly, becoming increasingly cautious.

As Fourth-Order great demon, it naturally possesses considerable Spiritual Intelligence.

He didn't want to be careless and get trapped in the Mountain Protecting Grand Array.

But the next moment, it seemed to receive some instruction and continued to vigorously ram the array, using its weight advantage to deplete the Spiritual Power within the array.

What happened?

Upon seeing this, Gang Yuan True Monarch immediately leaped into the formation.

At the same time, the two True Lord outside the formation simultaneously summoned their own spiritual shields.

It was clear that they were prepared to forcefully break through the formation to support the Sea Fish.

After a tense standoff, Gang Yuan True Monarch decided to play it safe.

It wasn't that it was his personality; in fact, he chose to act rashly in the first few instances.

Unfortunately, he hadn't gained any advantage in their previous encounters.

During one of the close-quarters battles, they were even ambushed by a specially made thunder pearl from the Sea Race.

Fortunately, the Mountain Protecting Grand Array absorbed most of the impact, and as Body Cultivator, he was naturally tough and resilient, thus escaping danger.

If it were an ordinary Cultivator of Magic, they would probably suffer at least a minor injury.

Given the current situation, if he gets injured, it will only make matters worse.

It was after that incident that Gang Yuan True Monarch's personality was forced to become much more stable, and he restrained his original impetuous nature Body Cultivator.

If we encounter similar anomalies again, as long as they are not particularly outrageous, we will always take precautions.

It's just a matter of consuming two more Mid-Grade Spirit Stone, which the Heavenly Dipper Sect, as one of the major sects, can still afford.

As expected Gang Yuan True Monarch did not make a move.

The two True Lord outside exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of joy in each other's eyes.

First of all, not having to personally rush into the formation for a life-or-death battle is a good thing in itself.

Secondly, since both True Lord of the Heavenly Dipper Sect are within the sect, the external raid can proceed smoothly.

During this period, they obtained a large number of Golden Core Sea Fish from the north, which could be used as cannon fodder.

Without the intervention of Nascent Soul True Lord, this force is sufficient to bypass the array Stronghold, strike directly at the rear, and cut off the safe passage of the Heavenly Dipper Sect's spirit ships to the Azure Sea Immortal Sect.

This forced the Heavenly Dipper Sect to redeploy its forces and abandon its main Stronghold.

Even if the offensive goes smoothly, it can still achieve an initial encirclement and division.

If they could successfully surround the Heavenly Dipper Sect like the Ink Barrier Sect, then the entire western side of the Compassion Sea would basically be under their control.

The main force of the Azure Sea Immortal Sect is still in the Shallow Sky Sea.

If they don't return to help, once they've absorbed the Ink Barrier Sect, they'll be attacked from both the east and west by the Sea Race Illuminating Void Sect.

However, if Iron Fan True Monarch and the others also retreat, then the right wing of Universal Salvation Temple can basically be declared lost.

At that time, the Buddhist Sect and Daoist Sect can be separated into two parts and dealt with separately.

Either way, it would be quite advantageous for the Sea Race.

"Thump!"

The Sea Fish in the sky continued to crash against the earth, casting a huge shadow over the land and also weighing on the hearts of every disciple of the Heavenly Dipper Sect.

This situation lasted for a full two hours.

The Sea Fish only retreated when it had almost exhausted its strength, returning to rest and recuperate in preparation for its attack the next morning.

Gang Yuan True Monarch nodded in greeting to Rift Void True Monarch before turning and returning to the main hall.

By this time Han Chuan True Monarch had already finished reading the latest intelligence.

Staring at the map with a grave expression, he said, "I agree to retreat, but we need to discuss this with Daoist Iron Fan first."

"We need to use these Spirit Vein on their north side in advance to block the Sea Race ' pursuit."

Gang Yuan True Monarch had clearly already considered this issue. "Of course, since we're going to the Azure Sea, we definitely need to communicate in advance."

"I've actually already discussed this with Daoist Iron Fan once."

"The situation is special now, so borrowing the Spirit Vein is not a problem. They can send Silver Bristle Fellow Daoist back to guard it, and in exchange, I will go to the Shallow Sky Sea to maintain the formation."

"We'll make it public that they're having a hard time maintaining the large formation we set up, so I'll take charge."

In reality, such an exchange is naturally intended to ensure stability at the rear.

Han Chuan True Monarch nodded slightly in understanding, then asked, "There's one more question. Before we retreat, can we contact Fellow Daoist Yunfeng to pick him up and leave together?"

This matter is actually very important.

The Heavenly Dipper Sect is the closest major sect to the Ink Barrier Sect. If they withdraw directly, the Ink Barrier Sect will be basically isolated and helpless.

Putting aside other reasons, for the sake of the greater good, we must find a way to rescue Yunfeng True Monarch.

The Compassion Sea Daoist Sect was not as wealthy as the Buddhist Sect to begin with, and it simply could not afford to suffer losses at the Nascent Soul True Lord level.

If conditions permit.

It would be best to bring out the True Disciple of the Thunderbolt Spear sect as well, for perhaps the future of the Compassion Sea lies among them.

"Sigh!"

Gang Yuan True Monarch sighed, "We can try to contact them, but helping them break through will probably be difficult."

He was actually being quite tactful in his words.

Judging from the current situation, the Ink Barrier Sect is probably beyond saving.

It is precisely because he fears repeating the same mistakes that Gang Yuan True Monarch is considering retreating in advance now that his escape route is clear.

"Has it come to this?"

Even the Han Chuan True Monarch couldn't help but waver upon hearing this.

He had a good personal relationship with Yunfeng True Monarch in his early years, or rather, he had a good relationship with several Veteran True Lord Daoist Sect.

That's why he was thinking of trying to rescue them.

But the problem now is that he's already injured.

If Han Chuan True Monarch hadn't been injured, he would have been willing to take the risk himself.

However, if it means that one's own fellow disciples would be at risk for the sake of the Ink Barrier Sect, that's a completely different matter.

"Junior brother, there's no need to rush."

Gang Yuan True Monarch comforted him, saying, "Things are ever-changing; perhaps a new opportunity will arise in a couple of days."

"Let's discuss the evacuation order and specific routes first."

That was just him offering words of comfort.

Han Chuan True Monarch naturally understood, but still nodded. "Yes, hopefully a new turning point will appear."

The two discussed upgrading the formation and building a new defensive line while looking at the map.

They began discussing the resources accumulated in the Sect Warehouse.

It's too late to take all those things with us.

At this point, it is necessary to select a portion to take away, distribute another portion directly to the disciples, and store the remainder in different locations.

This is no simple matter.

The two began to categorize and organize the thick stacks of Warehouse ledgers.

It took five or six hours of continuous sorting to finish counting the first box. It will probably take at least three or four days to sort everything out and arrange everything properly.

If you include the time it takes to actually issue the orders and prepare the hearse, it will take even longer.

"Reporting to the True Lord, there is an emergency on the south side!"

Suddenly, the shouts of the Heavenly Dipper Sect's Patrolling Elder rang out from outside the hall.

Upon hearing this, Gang Yuan True Monarch first waved his hand, using his true essence to cover up the account books to prevent the newcomer from seeing them.

Then he replied, "Come in and talk!"

The Patrolling Elder immediately pushed open the door and respectfully handed over an urgent letter.

"Eight hours ago, Surveillance Array on the south side detected an intruder of unknown strength."

"There were two suspected reports along the way, but they could not be confirmed due to the distance."

"Three hours ago, the Ze Er Spirit Vein Surveillance Array detected a similar figure, which was speculated to be an unfamiliar Nascent Soul True Lord."

"Based on the current trajectory, the enemy is likely to approach Heavenly Azure Peak from the left in about three hours."

This is indeed a big deal.

Gang Yuan True Monarch looked at the urgent message in his hand, his expression immediately tightened.

Without any prior contact, a Nascent Soul True Lord suddenly appeared.

There's a 99% chance it's reinforcements from the enemy.

It's unclear whether it's a powerful demon from the Sea Race in Form Transformation Great Demon, or a hostile True Lord sent by the Illuminating Void Sect.

More importantly, the other party appeared on the south side.

Could it be that they're already impatient and about to launch a siege?

Thinking of this, Gang Yuan True Monarch felt a chill in his heart.

Facing the onslaught of two Nascent Soul True Lord and a Fourth-Order great demon, it is already quite difficult to withstand.

Now, with another Nascent Soul appearing, it's like adding insult to injury.

"Okay, I understand."

Gang Yuan True Monarch's face remained expressionless, and his tone was quite calm. "Continue to monitor the formation's situation, and report any new anomalies immediately."

After the Patrolling Elder left the main hall and closed the door,

A hint of worry finally appeared on his face.

"Instead of a new turning point, a new crisis has arrived first."

Han Chuan True Monarch's expression, however, seemed much better. "The Illuminating Void Sect only has two Nascent Soul in total, and they should both be keeping an eye on Fellow Daoist Yunfeng right now."

"It must be Sea Race creature, I'll go stop it."

"After more than a year of seclusion, my bones are practically rusting; it's time to get out and move around."

His conjecture is not without merit; to keep a True Lord pinned down and prevent him from breaking through, at least two people are needed.

Otherwise, it might be difficult to retain people, especially when facing Veteran True Lord like True Yunfeng True Monarch, who has been famous for a long time, so extra vigilance is needed.

"No!"

Gang Yuan True Monarch immediately objected, saying, "Junior Brother, you should focus on healing. Let Junior Brother Rift Void Liekong handle this."

Han Chuan True Monarch insisted, "I've almost fully recovered; I'll be fine in a light battle."

"Junior Brother Rift Void has only recently broken through and lacks combat experience, making him vulnerable to being taken advantage of by the Sea Race."

Under the immense pressure from the Sea Race, the major sects decisively abandoned their previous mutual distrust.

As early as after the incident at Bitter Silence Temple, they quickly exchanged resources, especially Breakthrough Spirit Item Nascent Soul.

The purpose was to fully cultivate their own disciples and strive to train more Nascent Soul True Lord to fight the enemy.

Based on the principle of mutual benefit, they used their surplus resources to exchange for the remaining Breakthrough Spirit Item.

At the same time, during this special period, resources that normally require a huge amount of sect contribution points to exchange for are available.

Now, some Nascent Soul Seed can also borrow spiritual resources in advance, even if they owe contributions, to attempt a breakthrough.

The latter part of the benefits not only applies to Golden Core, but also extends to Foundation Establishment Great Perfection within the sect.

The price of Tier 3 Breakthrough Spirit Pill has been drastically reduced, to as low as half of their original price.

Spiritual items like the Five-Colored Jade Coral were also discounted by 30%.

The purpose is to acquire more Golden Core Disciple to participate in the maintenance of the large-scale formation and resist the impact of the Golden Core Sea Fish Swarm.

A crisis contains both danger and opportunity.

For a small number of cultivators, the arrival of the Sea Race actually led to a reduction in the degree of resource blockade, giving them the opportunity to break through to higher realms.

Rift Void True Monarch was one of the beneficiaries.

Given his age, he was no match for the contemporary chief master Mountain Opening True Person.

If there's only one Breakthrough Spirit Item in the sect, he definitely won't be the first to use it.

However, after the resource exchange, the Heavenly Dipper Sect managed to gather a total of four sets of Breakthrough Spirit Item.

After reserving one portion for Mountain Opening True Person was in emergency seclusion, he also received one portion from the remaining three.

Although the other two fellow disciples failed to break through to the Nascent Soul due to insufficient preparation.

However, Rift Void True Monarch was determined and broke through successfully in one go, becoming the third Nascent Soul True Lord of the Heavenly Dipper Sect.

They immediately received support from the sect, including Spirit Artifact and elixirs.

Under the protection of the Mountain Protecting Grand Array, it also became one of the important pillars in resisting the Sea Race' offensive.

However, Rift Void True Monarch had only broken through to the Nascent Soul a year ago.

Even with the help of elixirs, the Total True Essence is still not much, and his Law Technique cultivation has only just begun and is on the verge of minor success.

Without the Mountain Protecting Grand Array, it's hard to say how much power they could unleash.

The situation is different for Sea Race. Sea Fish that can live to such a size have all fought their way up through the brutal world of survival of the fittest.

Although the combat style is relatively simple before the fourth tier.

However, they have also accumulated a lot of practical experience, and they have an innate physical advantage, making them more resilient than Human Race cultivators.

Therefore, Han Chuan True Monarch believed that it was more appropriate for him to handle the situation.

"Junior brother, don't be reckless."

Gang Yuan True Monarch disagreed. "Now that you are affected by the Demonic Essence, what if you aggravate your old injuries during the battle?"

"Although Junior Brother Rift Void hasn't been at his breakthrough for long, he does have Spirit Artifact protecting him after all."

"Before he goes out this time, I will have him take Sea Opening Accumulation Talisman for protection."

"Even if the battle situation is unfavorable, returning safely should not be a problem."

After finishing speaking, Gang Yuan True Monarch emphasized, "This matter is settled. I will not let you out no matter what."

Although this statement might sound a bit strange, as if it were suggesting confinement.

However, the Main Array Flag of the Heavenly Dipper Sect Mountain Protecting Grand Array formation is indeed in the hands of Gang Yuan True Monarch.

If he's determined to stop them, no one will be able to get out before the formation breaks down.

Therefore, after hearing such resolute words, Han Chuan True Monarch felt only helplessness, gratitude, and a trace of regret.

If only he had been more careful back then.

If he hadn't been injured, or if his injuries hadn't been so severe, there certainly wouldn't have been any need for Rift Void True Monarch to intervene this time.

As Newly Promoted True Monarch, he shouldn't have to shoulder so many tasks.

Unfortunately, the sect's situation had deteriorated, and it could no longer provide him with a stable cultivation environment.

Fortunately, Rift Void True Monarch was reasonable. After hearing the arrangement, he did not complain but nodded in agreement, "No problem, I will handle the south side."

Han Chuan True Monarch, still feeling uneasy, gave a few more words of advice.

"Don't worry, Senior Brother Hanchuan, I know what I'm doing."

Rift Void True Monarch, however, was full of confidence. "With Senior Brother's Sea Opening Accumulation Talisman protecting me, and since we're on our own territory, a mere Sea Fish is nothing to fear."

He still carried the sharp edge unique to Newly Promoted True Monarch.

"Knock knock knock!"

As they were speaking, a rapid knocking sound suddenly came from outside the main hall, "Urgent report from Blue Fruit Island! A large number of Golden Core Sea Fish have crossed the border!"

After receiving permission, the Patrolling Elder rushed in, looking anxious.

Holding up a copy of the latest intelligence. "From the very beginning of the Spiritual Qi Tide this morning, Golden Core Sea Fish have been bypassing Blue Fruit Island and swimming towards the rear."

"The nearby Surveillance Array has detected twelve large Sea Fish."

"Based on the fluctuations in Spiritual Qi, there should be more than thirty Golden Core Sea Fish among them."

"In addition, there are quite a few Fan Family cultivators also approaching Blue Fruit Island."

Blue Fruit Island is located on the left flank of the Heavenly Dipper Sect, which is precisely the weak point created after the loss of the Fourth-tier Grand Array.

However, to Gang Yuan True Monarch's surprise, the opponent's attack came so quickly.

Logically speaking, although the number of Golden Core Sea Fish has increased dramatically, it is not inexhaustible. The opponent should have accumulated strength for a period of time.

Oh, I understand!

Gang Yuan True Monarch understood everything in an instant.

This must be because Fourth-Order great demon from the Sea Race has come to reinforce us from the south.

That's why the enemy launched their attack in advance, in order to support this newly arrived Great Demon.

With this Fourth-Order great demon leading the team, they only need a few cannon fodder to cut off the flight path.

If nothing unexpected happens, yesterday afternoon's unusual raid was also to confirm their location.

Including the harassment this morning, it should have been launched earlier.

The reason they usually choose to attack after the Spiritual Qi Tide is because the Sea Race also need to use the Spiritual Qi Tide to absorb the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi.

Especially those Golden Core Sea Fish.

They need the morning Spiritual Qi Tide to become more energetic and powerful.

However, given the unexpected turn of events today, we should cooperate and exert restraint on this side.

As expected.

Gang Yuan True Monarch had only just conceived this idea.

A loud bang was heard from outside.

"Thump!"

The familiar collision sound was so familiar that it was clear without even looking that the Fourth-tier Sea Fish from yesterday was ramming into the Mountain Protecting Grand Array again.

Although the facts differ somewhat from Gang Yuan True Monarch's speculation.

However, the Sea Race did receive reinforcements from a Fourth-Order great demon, which mingled among the Golden Core Sea Fish, preparing to head south to control the shipping lanes.

"Gang Yuan Brother Gangyuan, what do we do now?"

Rift Void True Monarch asked, "Which side should we deal with first?"

Now, Sea Race Great Demon is lurking to the south, and Blue Fruit Island needs immediate reinforcements. Furthermore, enemies are attacking right at our doorstep.

There is a shortage of personnel to handle all three aspects.

Gang Yuan True Monarch made a decisive decision. "Save Blue Fruit Island first!"

"Take the Portable Array Plate and Array Foundation with you, and upgrade and reinforce the array there to prevent subsequent Fan Family cultivators from passing through."

"The Spirit Vein over there are insufficient, so for now, bring two boxes of Mid-Grade Spirit Stone from the warehouse as an emergency measure. Don't worry about consuming a lot; use them freely."

"If we can hold out against this sudden attack and prevent them from joining forces, the situation afterward will be much easier to handle."

Even so, this would leave an Fourth-Order great demon in the rear, almost undisturbed and able to wreak havoc everywhere.

However, given the severe imbalance in high-end combat power, this is the Optimal Solution that Gang Yuan True Monarch could think of.

What else can we do?

Even a skilled cook can't cook without rice.

Given the current objective limitations, unless a Nascent Soul True Lord suddenly falls from the sky willing to help them...

Otherwise, they would be left with no choice but to passively defend themselves.

Adopting a strategy of protracted warfare, we await a turning point that may or may not occur in the future.

However, even such a wish as that of Gang Yuan True Monarch encountered obstacles.

Outside Heavenly Azure Peak, besides the great Sea Fish Great Demon and two True Lord who arrived yesterday, there were others.

Surprisingly, there were also countless Sea Fish and more than a dozen Golden Core Wang Family.

Each of them carried a peculiar stone tablet, which together formed a Reconnaissance Formation, emitting waves of Spiritual Power that enveloped the entire Heavenly Azure Peak.

"Oh no! This is a formation used by the Sea Race, and it's a new formation we've never seen before!"

Rift Void True Monarch frowned deeply. "Senior Brother Gang Yuan, what do we do now?"

If it's a familiar formation, that's fine; he can try to slip through.

However, given the unfamiliar Sea Race' Reconnaissance Formation, and his complete lack of understanding of it, going out now would most likely result in him being discovered on the spot.

The opposing side has a numerical advantage.

Once they realize their team is scattered, they certainly won't let such a good opportunity pass them by.

Looking at the two opposing True Lord standing guard outside, Gang Yuan True Monarch was somewhat at a loss for what to do.

With his two junior brothers either injured or lacking in strength, he, as the most conspicuous target, couldn't leave at all.

He really had no other choice in this situation.

"It's alright, let's keep an eye on the Mountain Protecting Grand Array first."

Gang Yuan True Monarch tried to remain calm. "I'll contact my fellow cultivators from the Azure Sea Immortal Sect and Cloud Wave Sword Abode later to see if we can send some people to help."

"Our houses aren't far apart, it won't take long."

However, despite saying that, he himself found it hard to believe his own statement.

It's true that the distance isn't far, but right now the Human Race simply doesn't have any extra manpower to spare for reinforcements.

So-called requests for help are nothing more than desperate measures taken when all other options have been exhausted.

However, regardless of whether it is the Sea Race, the Illuminating Void Sect, the Fan Family, the Wang Family, or the Heavenly Dipper Sect.

No one expected that a rogue Nascent Soul at the Nascent Soul stage would arrive so close to Blue Fruit Island.

That's right, the newcomer is none other than Xiao Chen!

He originally intended to go to Heavenly Azure Peak, but was simply passing through.

However, as they flew, they discovered that there were countless Sea Fish passing by below.

To his even greater surprise, a Fourth-tier Sea Fish suddenly jumped out and blocked his way.

Xiao Chen looked around but did not see any other Sea Race Great Demon.

In other words, this is a lone, Fourth-tier Sea Fish that has delivered itself right to our doorstep!

The surprise came so suddenly that Xiao Chen was caught off guard.