"We pay our respects to the superior!"
Chen Shuangbai, along with the disciples of Heavenly Spring Peak, paid their respects to the three Foundation Establishment.
These three cultivators were none other than the First Peak Master and the Second Elder of Heavenly Spring Peak.
Peak Master Yan Nanlai, who is also the biological father of Chief Disciple Yan Heng, is a Foundation Establishment Late Stage cultivator and, apart from Yi Chongyue, another second-tier Alchemist of the Jade Spring Sect.
The two elders beside him were Yi Chongyue, Chen Shuangbai's master, and the other elder, whom he had never met, was named Dong Lüqi, who had Foundation Establishment Middle Stage level and had recently been granted a position by the sect.
The appearance of the three Foundation Establishment cultivators naturally carried an air of authority.
Although Yan Nanlai's tone was serious, a gentle smile remained on his face as he said, "After discussion within the sect and in accordance with the True Person's will, the Devil Cultivator of the Heart-Eroding Stronghold have been slaughtering mortals, invading friendly sects, and repeatedly disturbing our Jade Spring territory, committing numerous acts that are abhorrent to both gods and men and intolerable to Heaven. Therefore, a decree has been issued, ordering the disciples of the Heavenly Spring, Snow-Listening, and Cloud -Cloud-Roosting Peaks to descend the mountain to aid our Kong Jian, punish evil and promote good, uphold the prestige of Jade Spring, and support the righteous path of the Jing Kingdom!"
The so-called "having a legitimate reason for attacking" is true.
As the number one immortal sect in the Jing Kingdom, Jade Spring Sect must act with the greater good in mind, leaving no loopholes that could be exploited by others.
The disciples all replied in unison, "We will obey the sect's orders!"
Although the disciples already knew that the war was about to begin, they still couldn't help but feel excited when they heard the news.
Chen Shuangbai secretly thought:
'However, if the disciples from the three peaks were to descend the mountain... the sect still wants to observe how the situation develops before taking any further action.'
After all, a sect cannot be completely empty.
This vast and prestigious sect, the number one immortal sect in the Jing Kingdom, also requires manpower to maintain.
Yan Nanlai smiled as he looked at the group of disciples below, his voice deep and resonant, and instructed them, "On this journey down the mountain to eliminate demons, I have only one piece of advice: do not be overly ambitious. Remember, only by preserving your life can you hope for a broader path to immortality!"
The disciples were chatting animatedly when Yi Chongyue raised his hand and pointed, and a water screen appeared before them, displaying about twenty names.
"However, this mission is to aid a friendly sect, so only a portion of our disciples will be sent down the mountain. Furthermore, our Heavenly Spring Peak is stationed at the Jade Dew Hall, where most of our disciples are Alchemist. We need everyone to work hard to refine pills to ensure the supplies at the front are met."
Therefore, only twenty-six people will be selected for this trip down the mountain.
Conservative estimates suggest that there are about a hundred disciples on Heavenly Spring Peak.
This includes new disciples, old disciples, and some disciples who have no hope of breaking through and are working on the peak only hoping to have a peaceful end.
There is one more thing: all disciples who are promoted from the outer sect to the inner sect, regardless of whether they are able to find a teacher, will eventually enter any one of the six peaks.
This is mandatory.
Therefore, most of the disciples on the peak do not have a master, but many of the Foundation Establishment cultivators in the inner sect give public lectures every month. As long as one is not particularly lazy, one can always find something that suits their strengths.
Compared to sects like Heart-Eroding Stronghold and Spirit-Seeking Sect, where the number of new disciples each year is conservatively estimated to be over a thousand, Jade Spring Sect's elite policy has been consistently implemented from beginning to end.
Chen Shuangbai looked at the water curtain and quickly saw her name.
The names of several fellow disciples from the peak whom I know well are also listed above, which shows that the Foundation Establishment cultivators on the peak have a profound purpose.
Yi Chongyue had previously instructed Chen Shuangbai to go down the mountain to exorcise the demon, and he also knew that his disciple's combat skills were exceptional.
Placing it on the mountaintop would only allow the treasure to gather dust.
Now that the sect has issued an edict, it is only natural that we must do our part.
Buzz!
A deep hum came from the mountains, and to the astonishment of the disciples, a giant flying boat slowly rose from the Shattered Star River that flowed through the entire Sunken Jade Valley.
The flying boat resembled a colossal creature, slowly rising from the river. Under the sunlight, it shimmered with iridescent light. The entire hull was covered with intricate and mysterious spiritual patterns, while clouds and water swirled around it, creating an aura that combined power and beauty.
"This is... the Flowing Light Cloud Boat?"
An experienced disciple from the peak revealed the name of the flying boat.
"This is Supreme-Grade Spirit Artifact!"
Chen Shuangbai and the others were nearby, and seeing that none of them knew the origin of the flying boat, Ding Chengyu took the initiative to explain, "The sect only has four of them. Each one was made using countless spiritual materials and precious ores, and the array patterns on them were personally drawn by a third-level array master. They are definitely incredibly powerful."
The Flowing Light Cloud Boat is over a hundred feet long and several tens of feet wide. It floats quietly above the Shattered Star River, its shimmering light captivating all who behold it.
Yan Nanlai then spoke up, saying, "All disciples listed on the roster, please board the ship."
"With Exalted Cultivator Li, Exalted Cultivator Huo, and Exalted Cultivator Wu in charge this time, you need not panic. Focus on supporting our allies, protect your own lives, and we will hold a welcoming banquet for you when you return."
"Yes!"
The twenty-six disciples on the list all harnessed their respective flying magical Law Artifact, transforming into streaks of light as they landed on the giant flying ship.
Before landing, Chen Shuangbai also saw the other two spiritual peaks, which were much taller than the ones next to them, also shooting out streaks of light, but there were obviously many more of them than Heavenly Spring Peak.
That's not surprising.
Chen Shuangbai estimated that of the twenty-six people who went out from Heavenly Spring Peak, at least twenty would stay on the cloud boat to refine pills and support their fellow disciples. Only a 'warlike' person like himself would personally go down to fight.
As the last streak of light faded, the giant airship beneath them emitted another deep hum and slowly began to rise into the air.
Suddenly, the clear, melodious cries of cranes echoed from the sky.
Dozens of tall, slender, and radiant red cranes descended from the sky, clustering around the Flowing Light Flying Boat. With each flap of their wings, spiritual energy emanated from them, intertwining with the array patterns on the flying boat itself, causing its speed to increase dramatically once again.
The protective formation of the Jade Spring Sect slowly opened, and the flying boat transformed into a streak of watery light, disappearing from its original spot and leaving behind a long white line.
The surrounding scenery was rushing past.
Chen Shuangbai stood by the boat, looking at the White Jade Crane outside. He noticed that each of them had a jade tablet floating around its neck, emitting light. Their auras were increasingly connected with the flying boat beneath him, forming an invisible yet extremely mysterious formation.
"Alchemy, arrays, Talisman Artifact, and artifacts—truly the Four Great Arts!"
Chen Shuangbai sighed inwardly.
He turned around, intending to go to the quiet room inside the boat to cultivate, when he suddenly saw a familiar face. That person also happened to see Chen Shuangbai, and his face fell, but he still obediently stepped forward to greet him.
" Senior Brother Chen."
Lin Jingtao was at the Seventh Layer of Qi Refining, one level weaker than Chen Shuangbai. According to the unspoken rule that those who have reached the highest level of cultivation are respected, he should address him as "Senior Brother".
Chen Shuangbai smiled and replied, "Greetings, Junior Brother." Suddenly, he noticed a small beast emerging from his collar. Its fur was glossy and black, and its eyes were wet, like two pieces of extremely pure jade, making it exceptionally lively and adorable. He was taken aback.
" Jade Spirit Marten?"