Immortal Martial: Pushing Across the Two Worlds from Reality, Section 684

Those few had already reached the most critical moment in their cultivation. Having been suddenly interrupted and disturbed, they had fallen short at the final step. They were instantly enraged, but just as they were about to lash out, they were told the shocking news. Their expressions changed dramatically, and the anger in their hearts vanished in an instant.

Without the slightest hesitation, they hurriedly fled with their fellow disciples.

Lu Chong stood where he was with his hands behind his back, watching the backs of his fellow cultivators as they scattered and fled. He made no move to stop them.

First, he knew he lacked the prestige to rally them. Even if he stepped forward, it would have no effect.

Second, the true disciples of the various sects had clearly been terrified by the news Wu Ya had brought back. Their fighting spirit was gone, and they were filled with fear and unease. Even if they stayed, they could no longer unite as one; instead, they would become a weak point for the enemy to exploit.

"Great Yuan Dao Lord, I..."

Seeing that a few words from him had split the group apart, Wu Ya couldn't help flushing with embarrassment. He looked at Lu Chong apologetically, wanting to say something.

But as soon as he opened his mouth, Lu Chong waved a hand and cut him off.

"Junior Brother Wu, go with the Hidden Sword Sect. At a critical moment like this, we really should preserve our strength. Daojun Qingtian only suffered a temporary setback. It doesn't mean that we, the Eight Great Sects, have been completely defeated in these Ancient Demonic Sect Ruins."

After casually reassuring Wu Ya, Lu Chong turned his gaze across the faces of the several junior brothers beside him. At such a perilous moment,