In Short, Two Words-Completely Right!

Upon hearing this, everyone wore puzzled expressions.

The hall was so quiet you could hear a pin drop; the only sound was the crackling of the candlelight.

After a short while, they looked at each other and exchanged glances, and they understood what was going on.

Clearly, none of the people present were those who were pedantic.

After pondering for a moment, Iron Fan True Monarch said, "Now that things have come to this, victory should be the priority, and the overall situation should be paramount."

"For the sake of the greater cause of Human Race, some necessary measures are not out of the question."

Qian Shu True Monarch echoed, "That's right. Any means of scheming are neither inherently good nor evil; the key is their purpose."

"Any method that's used to do good is a good method."

The others nodded in agreement. "Good!"

"Fellow Daoist is right."

"Given the current situation, this is the only option."

However, Gang Yuan True Monarch held a different opinion. "I don't oppose this plan, but even if we want to unleash Demonic Calamity, there are several problems standing in our way."

He then proceeded to elaborate while thinking, listing three major questions intermittently.

The first question is, who will bear this infamy?

In any case, such a plan, once proposed, will inevitably be criticized by the world afterwards.

It will surely be recorded in history by future generations and passed down for thousands of years.

But reputation is only the simplest of issues.

The second problem is even more serious: who will pay this price?

Most of the time, triggering Demonic Calamity requires massive blood sacrifices, or even human sacrifices.

In other words, many low-level cultivators would need to be sacrificed.

Who should bear these losses?

How should we define those who are to be sacrificed?

Who is willing to step forward and say that they will suffer for their disciples and bear the blame themselves?

However, these are not the biggest problems.

The third question is the most critical – who will be responsible for cultivating the relevant Devil Cultivation Method?

To trigger a sufficiently powerful Demonic Calamity, at least a Fourth-Tier Demonic Cultivator would need to be involved.

The problem is, if we go outside now, where can we find any demonic cultivators?

Even if there are any, they are all low-level demonic cultivators.

Therefore, in order to carry out this plan, someone needs to switch to cultivating demonic Devil Cultivation Method.

Although everyone has plenty of Demonic Legacy, the problem is that there's clearly not enough time.

Rather than spending a year or two switching to Devil Cultivation Method, it's better to just wait for the Talisman's effect to wear off and dissipate on its own.

"Let's put aside those abstract things and get to the most practical question: who will cultivate the Devil Cultivation Method?"

Gang Yuan True Monarch looked around at everyone and said, "To be honest, I have a Inheritance Jade Slip from the Black Abyss Demon Sect that I can provide free of charge."

The situation just got awkward.

As it turns out, sometimes it's not so easy to become a villain for all time.

If you don't have the ability, you won't even be worthy of being remembered for your infamy, let alone being remembered for your good deeds.

Several more days passed in this way.

They were unable to come up with a good solution to the problem.

If things continue like this, there's no point in wasting time here; we should all just Closed-door cultivation ourselves, and wait for a turning point.

Fortunately, on this day, Gang Yuan True Monarch brought good news.

After a period of effort, he has refined the new Array Foundation needed to set up the Nine Extremes Yuan Magnetic Great Array.

If we can solve the fog problem, we will have a way to directly attack the Sea Race Grand Array.

This is indeed good news.

But no one was happy at the moment.

If the fog cannot be resolved, the Sea Race Grand Array will be invisible and untouchable, making it impossible to even attempt to break through it.

"Well, I think there's always a way out."

Xiao Chen suddenly declared, "There must be some way to solve the fog, maybe it's somewhere nearby."

"I suggest we all go for a walk around the area; we might just find something interesting."

Having said that, he set an example by venturing near the fog and beginning to search for ways to combat it.

Of course, this was just for show; in reality, he was just trying to create an excuse for his next move.

Will this even work?

Having recovered from his injuries a few days ago, Silver Hair True Monarch watched Xiao Chen leave, somewhat bewildered. "There's only one sea around here, and lately there aren't even many Sea Fish left."

After all, there are several thousand Golden Core Disciple from various sects here.

They've already fished out almost all the fish in the surrounding waters.

Of course, the best-tasting batch of Sea Fish was mostly handed over to the warehouse to prepare a banquet for the True Lord.

"I think, since we're just idling around anyway, we might as well go out and try our luck."

For some reason, Iron Fan True Monarch actually supported Xiao Chen's idea. "Let's go, Junior Brother, let's go for a walk outside together."

Those including Crane Cry True Monarch, Purple Sun True Monarch, Cloud Vortex True Monarch, and Surging Wave True Monarch also came out one after another.

A thorough search began around the foggy area.

That evening, everyone gradually returned to the temporary main hall, naturally finding nothing.

Xiao Chen, however, has yet to return.

It wasn't until midnight, around 9 PM, that it flew back with a smile, "Hey, what a coincidence! I discovered some ruins in the nearby Sea Abyss."

ah?

Everyone was stunned. Really?

Especially considering what Xiao Chen said before they went out during the day.

A bold guess was vaguely forming in everyone's mind.

But even I wasn't entirely sure if I'd actually found a way to solve the fog problem right there in the ruins?

Could it be such a coincidence?

"Oh dear, what a coincidence!"

Xiao Chen pulled a small booklet from his pocket. "I just happened to find an Ancient Heritage in the ruins."

"This book happens to be Secret Method from the Demonic Sect."

"The Secret Method happens to contain a formation that can restrict Sha Qi."

In short, two words—all correct!

"With this formation, we should be able to use the Yang Fire Evil to deal with the fog outside."

Upon hearing this, everyone present widened their eyes in astonishment.

Are you serious?

Many people found Xiao Chen's words hard to believe.

The main problem is that people can't understand it—is it really just such a coincidence?

They were right; it was definitely fake.

But the truth doesn't matter.

After all, once Xiao Chen excused himself, the ruins would be closed again and inaccessible, leaving no way for others to verify the information.

"Daoist Gang Yuan, please take a look and see if this formation is truly effective."

Xiao Chen directly transmitted the booklet to Gang Yuan True Monarch using his true essence. "If there are no major problems, let's do a small-scale test tomorrow."

"We'll begin large-scale forging of the Array Foundation the day after tomorrow, proceeding according to the plan we discussed earlier."

"We'll try to clear the fog outside by the end of the month."

Gang Yuan True Monarch was completely bewildered and subconsciously reached out to take the booklet.

He didn't know what to say at that moment.

So he simply said nothing and first looked down to examine the Demonic Dao Secret Technique in his hand.

The moment he saw it, his brow involuntarily twitched.

What new characters!

It looks as if it was written just this afternoon.

Upon closer inspection, the contents were surprisingly comprehensive, clearly indicating that it belonged to the Demonic Legacy.

Whether it's some demonic cultivation methods or some demonic sect techniques, they are all recorded in a very detailed and accurate manner, not at all like fakes.

The only problem is that Gang Yuan True Monarch had never heard of a Demonic Sect sect called the Jia Mo Sect that existed in the Compassion Sea.

"Strange, why do I have absolutely no recollection of this sect?"

The Han Chuan True Monarch nearby, was also very curious. "Does anyone know which branch of the Jia Mo Sect it is?"

Upon hearing this, everyone shook their heads, including Crane Cry True Monarch, who had never heard of such a title before.

"Uh, I've never heard of that either."

Xiao Chen quickly added, "However, speaking of which, the things in those ruins all look extremely old, as if they've existed for countless years."

"It's highly likely that it was a demonic sect that existed in ancient times; related information was probably lost over the long course of history."

"The key is that their secret technique doesn't seem fake; I feel it's worth a try."

In fact, the so-called Jia Mo Sect never existed.

This was just a name that Xiao Chen made up himself.

In fact, the Secret Method he presented was entirely copied from the "Yellow Springs True Lord Salvation Judgment Secret Canon".

Back when he obtained the Yellow Springs Sha, the Yellow Springs Path actually used an array to confine the Sha Qi within the coffin.

It's just that they weren't very obvious, so Xiao Chen didn't remember about it at first.

It wasn't until these past few days, when he had been thinking about it day and night, that he suddenly realized something.

Alas, the Yellow Springs Sha does not exist in natural areas, but is restricted by human intervention.

Doesn't that mean there are methods within the Yellow Springs Path to manipulate Sha Qi?

Then Xiao Chen recalled the contents of the secret manual and indeed found the relevant information.

That's how this extraordinary coincidence of an 'encounter' came about.

"Daoist Gang Yuan, does this formation appear to be effective?"

After waiting for a quarter of an hour, Iron Fan True Monarch couldn't contain himself and asked, "What materials are needed? We can arrange for our disciples to prepare them first."

The others also eagerly awaited good news.

"Well, it's hard to confirm at the moment. All I can say is that this idea is... wow, it's absolutely wildly imaginative."

Gang Yuan True Monarch used very cautious words. "I need to study it more carefully before I can know whether it is feasible or not."

"However, based on the current review, no obvious logical errors or loopholes have been found."

"At the same time, the amount of fourth-tier spiritual materials used here is surprisingly small, resulting in an extremely low overall cost."

"It's definitely worth testing in practice."

"However, many materials require processing using several third-tier Secret Method from the appendix, and the disciples alone probably won't have enough time to finish them by tomorrow."

"Tonight, everyone will have to work hard and process the spiritual materials yourselves."

For Gang Yuan True Monarch, this was actually a point that puzzled him.

After all, he didn't know that the Yellow Springs Path was located in a place with extremely scarce resources.

Therefore, it's incomprehensible why the other party would spend so much effort processing Third-Order Spirit Material and desperately compress the cost of the formation.

Given the current situation, he doesn't have time to study and modify the formation; he can only test it according to the original text for now.

But objectively speaking, this is also a good thing.

In this way, the Human Race can easily replicate hundreds or thousands of formations to seal off the fog that has spread for thousands of miles, without having to worry about a shortage of fourth-tier spiritual materials.

Nothing more was said that night.

Xiao Chen also went to help process some of the Third-Order Spirit Material.

By 9 a. m. the next morning, everyone had successfully pieced together the first formation.

"Daoist Xiao, please try releasing just a tiny bit of your Sha Qi; the less, the better."

Holding the temporary Formation Flag, Gang Yuan True Monarch felt a long-lost tension, as if he had returned to the time when he first formally faced an enemy using an array.

After all, today's test results are crucial to whether our side can handle the Ten Thousand Li Cold Smoke.

The others also gathered around intently, some even holding their breath, afraid of disturbing the two in the middle.

Only Xiao Chen remained calm and relaxed, as if he had already anticipated success.

He was certainly confident, after all, the techniques left behind by the Yellow Springs Path were very mature.

Imagine that the Yellow Springs Ruins have existed for tens of thousands of years. If there were even the slightest flaw, the Yellow Springs Sha within would surely have been leaked long ago.

Conversely, this thing has undergone rigorous practical testing.

Xiao Chen is just going through the motions with everyone right now, so of course he's not nervous at all.

That is indeed the case.

As a Sha Qi malevolent energy was drawn out from the Bing Fire Treasure Gourd, the surrounding Formation Power immediately captured it firmly.

Next, following the instructions in the booklet, Gang Yuan True Monarch tested different Mnemonic in turn.

It was indeed as smooth as an extension of one's own arm; the manipulation was as silky as silk, and the entire process couldn't have been smoother.

"It actually works!"

Gang Yuan True Monarch's face showed three parts surprise, three parts unexpectedness, three parts excitement, and one part self-reproach. "So there's another way to apply the Dao of Arrays."

"I was completely unaware of this before; I'm such a fool."

The secret formations of the Yellow Springs Path differed greatly from the orthodox formation traditions, which greatly shocked him.

However, at this moment, only Han Chuan True Monarch was paying attention to the last few words of his senior brother.

The others were overjoyed upon hearing the word "yes" and began to celebrate.

"Great! There's always a way out!"

Cloud Vortex True Monarch was a little excited. "I almost thought I was in a dead end, but the situation has actually taken a turn for the better!"

He was the first to let go, which is equivalent to being the first to give up.

Therefore, this is the most surprising one.

"If you ask me, it's all thanks to Daoist Xiao's boundless Great Luck and the Lucky Star."

Iron Fan True Monarch looked at Xiao Chen: "The timing of your appearances each time was just right, helping us to save the situation from crisis."

"This time, at a crucial moment, we stumbled upon Ancient Ruins and directly obtained a key Secret Method."

However, Crane Cry True Monarch shook his head. "More than that!"

"In my opinion, this miraculous encounter, which can be described as a timely rain, is enough to prove that the Fate Not Exhausted our Human Race is not yet over, and we will surely be able to drive the Sea Race out of the Compassion Sea and achieve final victory."

"Daoist Xiao is even more destined by Heaven, perhaps even... hahaha."

Crane Cry True Monarch actually meant to say was ' Born to Face Tribulation '.

But as the words were about to come out, I suddenly felt that saying them aloud might make them lose their power, so I quickly laughed it off.

From his perspective.

Xiao Chen's chance encounter with the ruins and the Secret Method he received were all perfectly timed, giving the impression of being destined for greatness.

Otherwise, how could it be such a coincidence?

Of all times, we've encountered ruins, not earlier, not later, but now, of all times, we've stumbled upon ruins left behind by Ancient Demon, containing the most useful Secret Method at hand.

Besides, everyone went out to search together, while others all came back empty-handed.

why is that?

Because some fortuitous opportunity can only be met by the right person.

The rest of us are not destined for such good fortune; we might just pass by without even realizing we've missed out on a remarkable adventure.

"Uh, no, not at all."

Xiao Chen quickly waved his hand. "It actually has nothing to do with me. It's mainly because the Fate Not Exhausted of our Human Race hasn't run out yet, and I just happened to be one of the lucky ones."

"Now that the formation has been confirmed to be effective, everyone should hurry up and get ready."

"The sooner we resolve the fog, the more time we'll have to deal with the Sea Race Grand Array, won't we?"

His change of topic was very successful.

Everyone was happy, but as soon as they heard about the important business, they immediately suppressed their joy and got busy.

Soon, array formations rose up along the edge of the mist.

From a distance, it looks like a semi-circular bowl, covering half of the mist.

Immediately afterwards, Xiao Chen took out the Bing Fire Treasure Gourd and poured all the Yang Fire Evil stored inside into the mist.

It can be said that Yang Fire Evil truly deserves to be called an extremely strong and yang substance.

The moment it came into contact with the Ice Spiritual Power within the cold mist, it immediately became agitated and pounced fiercely like a tiger descending a mountain.

It was like a tiger entering a flock of sheep; it easily wiped out the Ice Spiritual Power on the spot.

After the Ice Spiritual Power was gone, the remaining mist returned to normal, quickly dissipating when exposed to sunlight.

Immediately afterwards, the Sha Qi began to spread spontaneously in all directions.

"Activate the formation!"

Gang Yuan True Monarch waved the Formation Flag, unleashing the Formation Power to drive all the Yang Fire Evil into the deeper mist.

Wherever it went, it was like a devastating force.

In just one day and one night, they had advanced a full seven thousand li.

However, only about 30% of the Sha Qi was lost.

Following this trend, we should be able to resolve all the fogging issues, and even have some left over.

Everyone was thrilled to see this.

Soon, the Yang Fire Evil reached the vicinity of the Sea Race Linked Grand Array.

The unusual situation outside was immediately perceived by the Great Demon inside.

"Something's not right, why is the fog starting to dissipate ahead of schedule?"

Hai Hong stared blankly at the rapidly dissipating dark blue light above the formation, her mouth agape, unsure of what to say.

Isn't this the Thirty-Six Revolving Cold Smoke Golden Talisman bestowed by His Venerable One?

It should have been the most reliable thing, so how could it have gone wrong?

What was that churning, invisible wave of energy?

How can it so easily sweep away all the fog along the way?

Not only it, but all the other Great Demon were dumbfounded.

For nearly a month, the Human Race has been unable to make any significant moves.

This delighted many Great Demon, who believed that as long as they stayed comfortably within the great formation, they could complete the task assigned by their Venerable One.

Unexpectedly, the Human Race, once still, moved with the force of thunder.

With a single move, he aimed to completely dispel the mist formed by the Thirty-Six Revolving Cold Smoke Golden Talisman.

Without the cover of the fog, they would once again face the threat of Xiao Chen's 'talisman treasure'.

Although they can also choose to hide inside the formation and not show themselves.

However, that would prevent the Human True Lord from attacking the formation.

"We can't let them disperse the cold mist. Everyone, move to intercept that shockwave!"

Hai Hong promptly gave the order, instructing Demonic Beasts to use Law Technique to stop the invisible shockwave.

Soon, a large number of Demon Race Law Technique flew out from the formation and landed in the Yang Fire Evil.

However, these Law Technique attacks had almost no effect on the Sha Qi.

It can only cause a slight depletion through the Demonic Essence carried by the Law Technique itself.

The problem is that the Yang Fire Evil already has a surplus, and even if some of it is consumed, it is enough to dispel the remaining fog.

Despite the Demonic Beasts exerting almost their lives, continuously unleashing Law Technique for quite some time.

But they could only watch helplessly as the Human Race cultivators adjusted the position of the formation from afar, guiding the Sha Qi to sweep away the remaining mist.

Midway through, Hai Hong did realize that the problem lay in those strange formations.

It also considered rushing out and destroying those formations directly.

The problem is, based on our experience from the last encounter, without the protection of the great formation, they are no match for the Human Race at all.

It's easy to get out, but hard to get back.

Hai Hong's current situation is similar to that of a defender in a mortal war.

Knowing full well that the catapults on the other side could cause enormous damage, they could only stand inside the city walls and watch helplessly as the enemy gradually dismantled their defenses.

"How could this happen? How could this happen?"

Hai Hong muttered to herself, finding it somewhat difficult to accept the situation.

Although it chose to deploy a large number of fourth-order Defensive Formation from the beginning, rather than directly using the Thirty-Six Revolving Cold Smoke Golden Talisman, it was because it thought that this thing might be unreliable.

But it never expected this.

This trump card, which they were so proud of, was cracked by the Human Race in less than a month.

That's way too fast!

The Venerable One instructed it to hold out for six months, and there are still almost two months left.

"Sir, we need to step back."

The Thousand-Year Sea Turtle advised, "We're too close to the edge of the formation. If Xiao Chen comes up, he can see us directly."

Hai Hong glared at it fiercely.

But after weighing the options, he could only order, "Follow me and retreat, conceal yourselves."

"Furthermore, from now on, you will be divided into pairs and will take turns guarding the vicinity of the ley lines around the clock."

"Once the Human Race begins to attack our great formation, accelerate the activation of the Earth Vein Qi to amplify the formation's defenses."

For now, it can only hope that this exceptionally sturdy Fourth-Order Linked Grand Array, reinforced by the power of the earth's veins, can buy it enough time.

Not many are needed, just about a month's worth.

After all, it takes about ten days to travel from the Shallow Sky Sea to Universal Salvation Temple.

At the same time, the Human Race will usually take a period of rest and recuperation after a victory.

If the core objective of the past six months can be achieved, I believe His Venerable One will be understanding of its failure to defend Shallow Sky Sea.

Actually, according to common sense...

With the five elements inherent in this Linked Grand Array and the protection of the Earth Vein Qi, even if the Human Race were allowed to attack, it would take at least three to five months to dismantle it completely.

But Hai Hong turned around and looked at the figures gradually approaching the edge of the formation in the distance.

Xiao Chen, who was at the very front, felt uneasy.

Previously, the Sea Race suffered almost complete defeats on West Front and southern fronts because of him alone.

Will Shallow Sky Sea be an exception this time?