Two years later.
A warship broke through the clouds and wind, emerging from Heaven-Piercing Gorge and heading straight east.
The warships were enormous.
It is over twenty miles long and over a thousand feet wide.
The ship has four decks, with the top and bottom decks entirely staffed with elite troops. Each soldier is armed and clad in armor, displaying the appearance of a highly skilled force.
The second and third floors are where the True Immortal and the Primordial Spirit reside, respectively.
Located on the second floor.
Lu Qingfeng and Zhu Yang were not in their respective residences, but gathered on the outer corridor of the second floor. Looking out, they could see a clear sky and layers of white clouds. The warships seemed to be moving slowly through the clouds and riding the wind, but in reality, they were speeding forward at breakneck speed, covering thousands of miles in an instant.
It far surpasses the ability of True Immortal to escape.
"Heaven-Piercing Gorge is named after its three streams, six valleys, and eighteen peaks, and it has a total of twenty-seven invincible warships. The 'three streams and eighteen peaks' are all in service outside the region, while the 'six valleys' are used to travel between the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm and the surrounding small realms. The one we are standing on is called the 'Jade Dragon,' named after the 'Jade Dragon Ravine,' and is one of the top warships in Heaven-Piercing Gorge."
"Traveling between the outer realms and the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm is fraught with danger. Even with top-tier warships and the assistance of supreme True Immortal, it would be extremely difficult to cross."
"The one in charge of the 'Jade Dragon' this time is Gu Jin, the chieftain of the Warcry Tribe in Heaven-Piercing Gorge."
The second floor is the outer perimeter.
Several True Immortal gathered together to talk.
Upon hearing this, Lu Qingfeng and Zhu Yang exchanged a glance, and the latter spoke up, "I've heard that Heaven-Piercing Gorge has four top-tier True Immortal. Two of them are disciples of the Immortal Ancestor of Heaven-Piercing Gorge, and also the two senior brothers of Fairy Han who developed the 'Han Spirit-Communion Liquid.' Each of them possesses formidable cultivation, is proficient in array formations, and leads a group of Primordial Spirit and True Immortal from Heaven-Piercing Gorge in constant battles in the outer realms."
"The other two are the Black-Armored Tribe Chief and the Warcry Tribe Chief. The one in charge of the Jade Dragon this time is the latter."
The so-called top-tier True Immortal is one whose cultivation has reached the Mahayana Fourth Realm.
There are also differences in strength among them.
Among them, Meng Ba, the chieftain of the Black-Armored Tribe, was someone Lu Qingfeng had met during his ascension. Although Mengba was not weak, Lu Qingfeng, with his limited perspective, could tell that Meng Ba was only at the bottom of the Dao Comprehension Realm.
"I wonder how strong this Warcry Tribe Chief is, and how he compares to the Star-Sucking Lord who is currently suppressed in Du Tian City."
When Lu Qingfeng heard Zhu Yang mention the 'Han Spirit-Communion Liquid', he paused, but without changing his expression, he focused his mind on the top-tier True Immortal named 'Gu Jin' who was in charge of the 'Jade Dragon'.
Just then.
A burly, elite soldier approached, bowed to Lu Qingfeng, and respectfully said, "Senior, my general invites you."
"Brother Eight Desolations."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yang's heart jumped into his throat.
Many True Immortal from all sides were also looking in this direction.
"It's alright."
Lu Qingfeng remained calm and reassured Zhu Yang before saying to the Human Path, "Lead the way."
Immediately.
They followed the armored soldiers to the First Layer the 'Jade Dragon'.
This First Layer is almost like a deck, and is very spacious.
Hundreds of elite armored soldiers were spread out and stood ready for battle. At the very front, a nine-foot-tall, robust general stood with his hands behind his back, gazing ahead.
"General."
"The Eight-Wastes Daoist has arrived."
The armored soldier led Lu Qingfeng straight to the general.
The general then turned around, his tiger-like eyes looking at Lu Qingfeng, and grinned as he said, "Heaven-Piercing Gorge Gu Jin greets Fellow Heavenly Dao Dutian."
This general was none other than Gu Jin, the chieftain of the Warcry Tribe.
He was also the commander of the "Jade Dragon".
"General, you're too kind."
Lu Qingfeng was not surprised when Gu Jin revealed his identity.
He intended to travel through Heaven-Piercing Gorge to the outer regions, and even seek refuge with his two senior brothers whom he had not yet met. Naturally, he could not keep this matter a secret from Heaven-Piercing Gorge.
Han Ling'er had already informed him and told their teacher and two senior brothers from beyond the realm about this matter.
It's not surprising that Gu Jin, as one of the four top True Immortal of Heaven-Piercing Gorge and the commander of the 'Jade Dragon', knew Lu Qingfeng's identity.
"Fairy Han sent a message saying that you have made many enemies in the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm, and she specifically instructed me, Old Gu, to be on high alert along the way to ensure your safety. That is why I have taken the liberty of summoning you here. Please forgive me."
Gu Jin grinned, his rugged appearance didn't seem intimidating at all; on the contrary, he could quickly close the distance with people.
Upon hearing these words, Lu Qingfeng immediately pictured Han Ling'er's cunning eyes.
Without much thought, it's highly likely that Han Ling'er specifically instructed Gu Jin to say these two sentences. Firstly, it's a habitual way of trying to gain favor with him, just like when she pretended to 'casually' mention her refusal of Xun Zhenbei's temptation of 'one hundred Immortal Crystal's and her efforts to stop Xun Zhenbei.
Secondly, it is probably also to take the initiative to show goodwill in order to make up for the previous mistake of 'severe imbalance in the distribution of benefits'.
"Fairy Han is very thoughtful."
"Then I'll have to trouble the general with my journey."
Lu Qingfeng smiled and said.
"Of course."
Gu Jin waved his hand dismissively.
Then, his smile faded, he pointed to the area below his nail plate, and said in a deep voice, "No one on the 'Jade Dragon' dares to cause trouble. But among the True Immortal traveling with us this time, there are a few fellow Daoists we need to be careful of."
Upon hearing this, Lu Qingfeng hurriedly said, "Please enlighten me, General."
He has the 'Invert-Grand-Void Glazed Wall' to conceal his soul, and this 'Eight Desolations Avatar' is one with the original body, so the secrets of heaven are naturally concealed as well.
Even his cheap senior brother, Plum Blossom Wanderer, who inherited the art of divination from the Nine Universes Immortal and was proficient in the art of divination, might not be able to calculate his exact location.
However, not everything in the world can be calculated based on divine intervention.
To outsiders, Lu Qingfeng's easy escape from ascension was largely due to Fairy Han's help.
After ascending from the Mountain-Water Realm and arriving in the Spirit Domain, one will surely be in the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm.
And just then, Heaven-Piercing Gorge was recruiting cultivators from all over the world to be sent to the Outer Realm Battlefield.
Therefore, if one is willing to do so, it is not difficult to guess that he will likely follow the 'Jade Dragon' to seek refuge in the outer regions.
Of course, there are certainly other possibilities and other speculations.
But this line will certainly not be ignored.
Even with uncertainty and fear of Patriarch Qin Feng, it would be perfectly normal for forces like the Flame God Palace and Chilian Mountain to send out their entire forces rashly. Sending one or two True Immortal to infiltrate the 'Jade Dragon' would be much more appropriate.
Gu Jin counted on his fingers and said, "'The Jade Dragon' currently has six top-tier True Immortal from six directions: the Flame God Palace, Chilian Mountain, Vermilion-Glow Mountain, Formless Zen Monastery, Ningbi Jade-Congealing Cliff, and Seven Severances Mountain. Among them, apart from the True Immortals from Chilian Mountain and Seven Severances Mountain who are keeping their identities secret, the other four are traveling with us under the guise of using the 'Jade Dragon' to travel outside the realm."
As Lu Qingfeng expected, none of the forces he had provoked let go of the ' Jade Dragon, the place where he was most likely to be hiding.
"Six top-tier True Immortal."
That is to say, at the very least, they are all True Immortal at the Mahayana Dao Inquiry Realm, and they truly respect him.
After counting on his fingers, Gu Jin looked at Lu Qingfeng, feeling a strange sensation in his heart.
A mere cultivator from the lower realms, having ascended only two years ago, has already attracted the attention of six major powers in the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm. Regardless of his cultivation level, his ability to stir up trouble and make enemies is truly rare in the world.
"This--"
Lu Qingfeng listened, feigning a bitter smile, but inwardly he didn't take it seriously.
With the 'Du Tian City' as a backup plan, he could easily suppress Demonic Spirit comparable to top-tier True Immortal, such as the Star-Sucking Lord. Even if these six top-tier True Immortal attacked together, he might not be able to annihilate them all, but at least escaping wouldn't be a problem.
"Earth Immortal do not appear."
"With the capabilities of 'Du Tian City,' it is more than enough to make True Immortal invincible."
Lu Qingfeng knew what was going on.
"Fellow Daoist, do not worry."
"On the 'Jade Dragon', even top-tier True Immortal dare not act recklessly. Once we reach the outer realms, with Generals Guan Hai and Tingfeng in charge, no one will be allowed to act recklessly."
Seeing that 'Daoist Du Tian' looked unpleasant, Gu Jin immediately tried to appease him.
In words.
He highly praised the "Jade Dragon, as well as Guan Hai and Tingfeng.
"Yan Guanhai".
"Tingfengzi".
"These are Han Ling'er's two senior brothers."
Lu Qingfeng's understanding of the two was limited to their names.
However, judging from what Gu Jin and Han Ling'er said, these two must be extraordinary. Moreover, Patriarch Qin Feng himself is exceptionally talented, so the disciples he taught must also be the best among their peers.
Lu Qingfeng was somewhat expectant.
There's no rush to find out about these two.
Having finally encountered a top-tier True Immortal like Gu Jin, who frequently fought in the outer realms, Lu Qingfeng didn't let the opportunity pass and immediately asked Gu Jin about the situation in the outer realms.
Previously, all the information he had learned from Han Ling'er was ambiguous and dubious. After all, Han Ling'er had never been to the outer realms and all of it was hearsay; she had no knowledge whatsoever of Gu Jin's.
Lu Qingfeng inquired.
Gu Jin, entrusted by Han Ling'er, was not stingy with his money.
The two had a very pleasant conversation.
Along the way.
The 'Jade Dragon' Chengfeng through the clouds, charging its energy time and again, traversing space time and time again. Crossing thousands of miles, it had unknowingly already left the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm.
In the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm.
The One-Line Heaven-Piercing Gorge was renowned, and no one dared to stop the "Jade Dragon." However, after leaving the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm, the Heaven-Piercing Gorge's prestige plummeted, and increasingly, foolish demons began to rob the voyage.
Only.
The Jade Dragon could roam freely beyond the realms; how could ordinary demons and monsters possibly stop it? Whether it was a grand formation laid out in advance or top-tier ferocious beasts and demons blocking its path, they were all torn to shreds by the Jade Dragon.
Lu Qingfeng witnessed it with his own eyes.
Countless holes were pierced throughout the Jade Dragon, from which crossbow bolts shot forth. A single volley could tear apart any great formation and blast thousands of demon soldiers into dust.
Speaking of power and influence.
It is no less intense than an ordinary battlefield.
Like a ferocious beast born from ancient times, it inspires awe and fear.
To the Lesser Dragon-Tiger Realm to the outer realms, one needs to traverse seven realms to the east, including the Lesser Nether Capital Realm. Even with the Jade Dragon's speed, it will still take six or seven years.
It's impossible for Lu Qingfeng to follow Gu Jin for such a long time.
Take advantage of the opportunity.
He also wandered around the second level, befriending the rogue cultivators and immortals from Tongtian Gorge. He found a few like-minded people with whom he often gathered to discuss the Dao, and they became friends.
Time passed.
Six years have passed in the blink of an eye.
This day.
Lu Qingfeng awoke from his cultivation, his expression shifting slightly as he reached into his sleeve. After a moment, he flicked his sleeve, and a wisp of ash vanished from the cuff.
"I finally couldn't hold back any longer."
A smile appeared on Lu Qingfeng's face.
He got up and walked out of the second floor to the First Layer. Along the way, several True Immortal cast their gazes at him, but he showed no unusual expression. Lu Qingfeng ignored them and went straight to Gu Jin.
"Fellow Heavenly Dao Dutian."
Gu Jin, who was in control of the 'Jade Dragon', smiled as he saw Lu Qingfeng arrive. "Fellow Daoist, don't be in a hurry. Once we pass through the Curly Curly-Whisker Abyss ahead, we won't be far from the Seventh Battle Domain."
Outside the Nine Netherworlds, there are seven lines of defense, divided into seven battle zones, from the inside out, namely the seventh to the First War Domain.
The First War Domain, which directly borders the Demon Domain, is the most dangerous.
The two Battle City belonging to Heaven-Piercing Gorge are both located in the more dangerous Third War Domain. The various war zones are connected by ancient void roads, making travel convenient.
Once you reach the Seventh Battle Domain, you won't be far from your destination.
"Curly-Whisker Abyss".
Lu Qingfeng's heart stirred. He looked ahead and then asked Gu Jin, "General, could you tell me about this Curly-Whisker Abyss?"
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