Purgatory Sect's Intentions

The battle between Dragon Sparrow Manor and Lingxiao City has captivated the attention of countless people.

The groups most concerned about the developments of this great battle were none other than Yellow Heaven Sect, Cold Moon Sect, Purgatory Sect, and Huangquan Sect.

Among them, Yellow Heaven Sect, Cold Moon Sect, Jiangzhou Longqueshanzhuang, and Lingxiao City are directly adjacent.

Once Lingxiao City and Longque Manor fight to the death, both families can seize the opportunity to invade Jiangzhou and Star Province. Regardless of their final outcome, they will be the biggest beneficiaries.

As for the Purgatory Sect and the Underworld Sect...

Gu Jinlai the Supreme Elder of the Purgatory Sect, the outcome of this battle is of paramount importance to the Purgatory Sect's development.

In this situation, they paid more attention to the changes in the situation in Dragon Roar City than anyone else.

For this reason, they did not hesitate to use a treasure of the sect that was similar to the Thousand-Mile Mirror, which could transmit messages almost in real time.

At this moment, on Jueyun Peak, the border between the Purgatory Sect and the Yellow Springs Sect.

The three Supreme Elders of the Purgatory Sect, Lu Zhanxian, Zhang Liefeng, and Liu Jingtao, all gathered here.

Besides them, in order to deal with the full-scale invasion of the Yellow Springs Sect, there are eight Spirit Transformation cultivators, led by Sect Master Lu Dengxian, to assist in the battle.

As for the elders of the Spirit Refining Realm, the Dharma Protectors of the Core Forming Realm, the Stewards of the Gang Condensing Realm, and the disciples of the Qi Refining Realm, there are hundreds or even thousands of them.

Near the direction of the Purgatory Sect on Jueyun Peak, an army of 100,000 was assembled.

Among them, the elite alone accounted for 40,000.

Their old rival, the Yellow Spring Sect, is no less formidable.

The venerable Youquan Ancestor, as resolute as a pillar stabilizing the sea, personally visited Jueyun Peak.

Although this Supreme Elder was inferior to Lu Zhanxian, he was still supported by three Primordial Spirit True Lord: the Three Lives Ancestor, the Blood Cloud Ancestor, and the Worry-Free Ancestor.

Among them, the Three Lives Ancestor, like Long Xiangtian and Xin Tianqi, has reached the limit of his Primordial Spirit growth, and his combat power is even greater than that of Zhang Liefeng and Liu Jingtao.

Despite having a numerical and combat advantage, and even though Lu Zhanxian is known as one of the top ten masters of the demonic path, the outcome of a deadly battle between the two sides remains uncertain.

For this reason, although the group of dozens of people were facing off at Jueyun Peak, they showed no intention of making a move.

"The purpose of the Yellow Springs Sect is to restrain us so that we will not go to help the Ancient Supreme attack Dragon Sparrow Manor."

Liu Jingtao stared at the dozen or so figures on another mountain six miles away, his expression cold and stern.

"But if any one of the three of us leaves Chi Province, the restraint will turn into an attack. This is an open conspiracy. We know their purpose but we still can't do anything about it. We can't afford to gamble."

Zhang Liefeng calmly said, "Once war breaks out, regardless of the outcome, our Purgatory Sect will inevitably suffer heavy losses..."

"We have suffered heavy losses, and the Yellow Springs Sect will inevitably suffer the same fate. They are betting that we will not dare to counterattack. But, Elder Lu, look, they have already led their troops into the border of our Chi Province. If we remain indifferent, what will the world think of our Purgatory Sect? The Yellow Springs Sect has the courage to risk everything for mutual destruction, even to the point of mutual destruction, and so does our Purgatory Sect!"

Liu Jingtao turned his gaze to Lu Zhanxian.

Lu Zhanxian is Lu Dengxian's uncle.

He is less than a hundred years old, which is the peak period of a Primordial Spirit True Lord.

He looked to be in his thirties or forties, carrying six spirit swords on his back, his robes fluttering, exuding an air of otherworldly elegance.

Upon hearing Liu Jingtao's words, the top expert of the Purgatory Sect, whose combat power and cultivation had reached the peak of the True Lord realm, slowly said, "The battle between Jiangzhou and Star Province has great significance and impact on the Yellow Springs Sect. Once Gu Jinlai wins, given his status, we can definitely unite with him. At that time, he will take advantage of his great victory and attack us from both sides with the Purgatory Sect. The Yellow Springs Sect will inevitably be defeated and destroyed. Under such circumstances, the Yellow Springs Sect will have no choice but to risk everything and gamble everything."

He paused slightly as he spoke, "But our Purgatory Sect has not reached that level. Although we can indeed wage war against the Yellow Springs Sect, in terms of fighting spirit and determination to fight to the death, our Purgatory Sect is inferior to the Yellow Springs Sect."

"So, we're just going to sit idly by and watch the battle between the Ancient Supreme Elder's side and Dragon Sparrow Manor?"

Liu Jingtao said with dissatisfaction.

Zhang Liefeng glanced at him sideways and said, "If the Ancient Supreme hadn't launched an attack on Dragon Sparrow Manor, wouldn't everything have been fine?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Jingtao's eyes widened. "Master Zhang, what do you mean by that? Did Master Gu provoke this incident? Isn't it because Dragon Sparrow Manor has repeatedly pressed him, trying to kill Master Gu?!"

His reprimand displeased Zhang Liefeng: "Elder Liu, you are the Supreme Elder of our Purgatory Sect, not a guest elder of the Gu Clan or Lingxiao City."

"Alright, there's no need to argue about this anymore. The nature of this battle, Gu Jinlai, is the same as the Yellow Spring Sect's invasion of our Chi Province. It's to show that we're willing to fight to the death. After a few rounds of controlled clashes, we'll make Dragon Sparrow Manor realize the consequences of their continued provocations, and they'll naturally back down."

As Lu Zhanxian spoke, he looked towards the direction of Dragon Sparrow Manor, his expression somewhat complicated. "After all... in terms of strength, Dragon Sparrow Manor is superior to Star Province. If a real fight breaks out, the best outcome for Lingxiao City will be mutual destruction."

"But if we choose to stand idly by, after today, I'm afraid it will chill the heart of the Grand Elder. Then, the situation we finally managed to ease with the Grand Elder will probably fall into a coldness again."

Liu Jingtao said.

"Feeling disheartened? Your Excellency Liu, you're overthinking it."

Zhang Liefeng said, "In fact, Elder Lu and I had considered this point long Gu Jinlai. However, although he was born and raised in our Purgatory Sect, we can see from the fact that he secretly went to Star Province to develop on his own after obtaining the inheritance that he still has his own ideas. I do not deny that he cares about our Purgatory Sect, but he also has his own ambitions. In other words... this elder is not completely of one mind with us now."

Liu Jingtao frowned.

Does Empress Dowager Lu also support this?

Was it because the Immortal Palace sent a message that the Heavenly Sword was suspected of being stolen, casting doubt on whether the Divine Sword Tournament could be held smoothly, that caused Lu Taishang's thoughts to change?

"Moreover, what would be the outcome if Lingxiao City and Jiangzhou really fought to the death, resulting in mutual destruction?"

Zhang Liefeng smiled slightly, "Star Province is in chaos! Although Yellow Heaven Sect and Cold Moon Sect are both restrained by Demonic Beasts, they can still spare some strength to gain some advantage. If they want to maintain their rule over Star Province, there is only one way: to rely more on our Purgatory Sect."

He glanced at Liu Jingtao: "If all goes well, Elder Gu will become a true Supreme Elder of our Purgatory Sect, instead of being just an honorary elder like he is now. Our Purgatory Sect and Lingxiao City will then truly become one family, without any distinction between us."

Upon hearing this, Liu Jingtao finally understood.

Why did Grandmaster Lu choose to remain indifferent even though he knew that the Purgatory Sect's inaction would chill hearts Gu Jinlai?

They are incredibly powerful Gu Jinlai.

With increased strength comes many inappropriate thoughts.

Lu Taishang was using Longque Manor to warn Gu Taishang and Star Province, so that he would understand that only by relying closely on the Purgatory Sect, or even integrating into the Purgatory Sect system, could he truly gain a foothold in Tiannan.

Otherwise, despite his occupation of Star Province and his overwhelming power, he would never be qualified to compete with these ancient forces that have been passed down for hundreds or even thousands of years in terms of foundation.

"Lord Lu..."

Liu Jingtao felt a pang of sadness. He looked at Lu Zhanxian, "Have you ever thought about what would happen if the Ancient Supreme Elder and Dragon Sparrow Manor were to emerge victorious in a single battle?"

"Win?"

Lu Zhanxian, "Even if he wins, he will only become more powerful. As far as our Purgatory Sect is concerned, we can't control him now, and we will be even less able to control him in the future. Besides, didn't we send people to help him? We still maintain this favor."

Liu Jingtao was speechless.

It seems that this is indeed the case...

"But Gu Jinlai, winning has never been so easy."

Lu Zhanxian shook his head. "Any top power with a history of hundreds or thousands of years has its own foundation. This is true for our Purgatory Sect, the Yellow Springs Sect, and the Dragon Sparrow Manor."

He said indifferently, "On the surface, only two of the four Nascent Primordial Spirit True Lord of Dragon Sparrow Manor remain, but as far as I know, Dragon Sparrow Manor still has an ancestor as its last trump card, who is enduring hardship and waiting for the Creation Immortal Fruit to mature. And this trump card... you have also heard of her, her name is Huo Yuqing."

"Huo Yuqing!?"

Liu Jingtao's pupils contracted. "Huo Yuqing, the Sparrow Sword Immortal, a peak True Lord who once fought against top beings like Wu Tiandi a hundred years ago!? She... she's still alive!?"

Lu Zhanxian slightly.

Liu Jingtao's heart sank immediately.

If Huo Yuqing really didn't die...

Lingxiao City's power is no match for Longque Manor.

The final outcome will probably be just as Elder Lu predicted.

Beat.

The Purgatory Sect, with the help of Dragon Sparrow Manor, severely punished Gu Taishang, ultimately forcing him to choose to completely submit to the Purgatory Sect and rely on Lu Taishang's power to fight against the death threat posed by Huo Yuqing, the peak True Lord of Sparrow Sword Immortal.

After Liu Jingtao understood Lu Zhanxian's true intentions, he looked helpless.

Sure enough, he had underestimated the situation.

"Speaking of which, haven't Lingxiao City and Dragon Sparrow Manor already clashed?"

Zhang Liefeng said, "The information we received was actually delayed by half an hour. A little over half an hour ago, Lu Zhanfeng reported that Gu Jinlai had already ordered preparations to be made and to bombard Longxiao City with those war Spirit Artifact called 'cannons,' while they planned to ambush the experts from Longque Manor on the way... Now more than half an hour has passed, and the battle is probably at a fever pitch. Once new information arrives, we should know the initial results of the engagement and be able to make a preliminary prediction of the course of the war between the two sides."

Liu Jingtao did not speak again.

He sighed inwardly.

Although Elder Gu became the fourth elder of their Purgatory Sect, his actions clearly showed his intention to establish his own sect, and he ultimately failed to gain the true trust of Elder Lu and the others...

This time, the interval between information transmissions seems to be quite long.

I waited for a full hour.

Lu Dengxian, who was personally in charge of liaising with Lu Zhanfeng, finally received the latest battle report from the other side.

Only...

When he saw the contents of the battle report, he was completely stunned.

"World War I... annihilated?"

His hands trembled slightly, and his face was filled with disbelief.

"How is this possible..."

"Oh? News has come from Zhan Feng's side?"

Not far away, Zhang Liefeng heard the commotion from Lu Dengxian's side and couldn't wait to step over. "Let me see."