An Uproar, Promotion to the Three Sovereigns

The news of the Daozhen Sect's annihilation by the Luozhen Sect swept across the Five Provinces of the Dao Realm like a hurricane at an astonishing speed.

Wherever he went, an uproar ensued.

"What? The Daozhen Sect is gone?"

"Even Ancestor Xuanyuan is dead? That was Tribulation Transcendence Stage!"

"My god, the Luozhen Sect is too powerful! First they killed Yin Zhongqiu, then they destroyed the Daozhen Sect, and they even managed to kill Tribulation Transcendence Ancestor?"

"Semi-Immortal Artifact! I heard that Li Yunjing possesses a Semi-Immortal Artifact, and it was with that treasure that he killed Ancestor Xuanyuan!"

"Semi-Immortal Artifact? That's a legendary item! The Luozhen Sect is about to soar to new heights!"

"..."

Everyone was talking about it, in the streets and alleys, in teahouses and taverns.

The once lofty Daozhen Sect, backed by Immortal Lord, vanished without a trace.

This had a tremendous impact on everyone.

The major sects were greatly shocked.

Many sects that had previously been close to the Daozhen Sect or had secretly suppressed Luozhen Sect were terrified and hurriedly sent people with generous gifts to Xuandu Mountain to express their goodwill and apologize to the Luozhen Sect.

Fearing that Li Yunjing would settle scores later, they turned around and wiped them out as well.

Many sects with a long-term vision have also begun to consider building closer ties with the Luozhen Sect.

With Immortal Vein, a Semi-Immortal Artifact, and the support of the ten Ancestral Vein, the sect leader is incredibly powerful, and his future prospects are limitless.

It's better to curry favor with someone now than to fawn over them later when they've risen to power.

For a time, messengers flocked to Xuandu Mountain to pay their respects.

Flying Immortal Prefecture, Immortal Alliance Headquarters.

The atmosphere inside the council hall was somewhat awkward.

The elders sat on either side, all somewhat silent.

When news of the Daozhen Sect's destruction arrived, the entire Immortal Alliance's leadership was greatly shocked.

They knew Li Yunjing was strong, but they didn't expect him to be this strong.

He can even kill Tribulation Transcendence Stage ancestor, and he also has Semi-Immortal Artifact in hand.

This level of strength is enough to put him on par with Zhang Jianchen of the Immortal Alliance.

"Everyone, please speak up." Zhang Jianchen sat in the main seat, his expression calm and revealing neither joy nor anger.

After a moment of silence, an elder spoke first, "Alliance Leader, Li Yunjing has killed Tribulation Transcendence and destroyed the Daozhen Sect, greatly increasing his strength. With the support of the Immortal Vein and the Ten Ancestral Vein, his power is expanding extremely rapidly. Shouldn't we do something?"

"What are you going to do?" another elder retorted. "Suppress him? Can you even defeat him? Even Ancestor Xuanyuan is dead."

"That's right. Young Friend Li was an elder of the Immortal Alliance and made Major Merit during the Dao Realm's ascension. Daozhen Sect provoked trouble, so their destruction was their own fault. We can't target them just because they've become stronger, can we?"

"That's true, but his power has expanded too quickly. He's seized a branch sect in Flying Immortal Prefecture and controls Immortal Vein. If this continues, the Immortal Alliance's voice will be eroded..."

The crowd discussed the matter, some expressing concern, some apprehension, and others agreement.

At this moment, Wang Heng, the Third Elder of Punishments, suddenly spoke up.

He snorted coldly and swept his gaze across the crowd, "What? You're all jealous that young friend Li destroyed the Daozhen Sect with his own abilities?"

"Back then Daozhen Sect, relying on the Immortal Lord as their backer, ran rampant throughout the Five Provinces, and none of you dared to interfere. Now that young friend Li Tianxing and eradicated this malignant tumor, you're all gossiping?"

"As for the Immortal Alliance's influence, Young Friend Li is an elder of the Immortal Alliance. The stronger he is, the stronger the Immortal Alliance will be. Isn't that better than those traitors from the Daozhen Sect who only know how to curry favor with the Upper Realm?"

Wang Heng was straightforward and outspoken, never holding back his words.

The elders who advocated suppression blushed slightly and awkwardly shut their mouths.

Zhang Jianchen nodded slightly and said, "Elder Wang is right. Young Friend Li is devoted to the Dao Realm and acts with propriety. He is not an arrogant person. Daozhen Sect took the initiative to provoke them and brought about their own destruction. They have no one to blame but themselves."

"Issue the order: in the name of the Immortal Alliance, commend Luo Zhen Sect for ridding the people of the Luozhen Sect. Furthermore, promote Li Yunjing to Three Sovereigns of the Immortal Alliance, granting him the privileges of a Vice Alliance Leader. He may act on all matters within Flying Immortal Prefecture without prior approval."

This statement caused an uproar among the crowd.

What are the benefits of a Supreme Elder and a Deputy Alliance Leader?

That's way too much power!

He was even promoted to the rank of Three Sovereigns, which is even more remarkable.

The Three Sovereigns hold an extremely special status within the Immortal Alliance.

This status is one rank lower than that of the Alliance Leader, but higher than that of all the elders present.

Those who could become the Three Sovereigns were all renowned figures in the Immortal Alliance.

However, the Immortal Alliance hasn't had Three Sovereigns for a long time, and Li Yunjing is the first one in nearly a thousand years.

But on second thought, with Li Yunjing's current strength and influence, he does indeed deserve this position.

"Our leader is wise," everyone exclaimed.

Wang Heng's lips curled into a slight smile, and his heart, which had been hanging in suspense, was finally at ease.

As his daughter and son-in-law's sects grew stronger, he, as their father, also felt proud.

When will that brat and his daughter get married? That way he can hold his grandson sooner.

Wang Heng thought to himself that he would have to find an opportunity to ask his daughter about it later.

Xuandu Mountain, the Hall of Pure Emptiness has been renamed Qingwei Hall.

When Li Yunjing received the appointment from the Immortal Alliance, he simply smiled faintly and didn't take it too seriously.

Whether it's the treatment of a vice leader or the title of Three Sovereigns, it's just a title. True strength still depends on oneself.

"Sect Leader, should we reply to the Immortal Alliance's appointment?" Mo Xuan asked.

"A thank-you letter will suffice," Li Yunjing said. "In addition, send someone to deliver a batch of immortal rice and spirit medicine produced in Luozhen Province to the Immortal Alliance as a return gift."

"Disciple understands."

Just then, the figure of Northern Dark True Spirit walked in from outside the hall.

"The Immortal Vein have stabilized." Northern Dark True Spirit sat down and said calmly, "With the combined efforts of the ten Ancestral Vein avatars to nurture them, they will be completely stable in three months. The earth veins of Luozhen Province are also rapidly taking shape, and in less than ten years, they will catch up with the level of ordinary major prefectures."

"Thank you for your trouble." Li Yunjing nodded.

Northern Dark True Spirit waved his hand. "It's your duty. As for you, killing Xuanyuan and destroying the Daozhen Sect is tantamount to slapping Immortal Lord Qingxu in the face. He won't let this go easily."

"I know," Li Yunjing said calmly, "It was bound to happen sooner or later."

"Immortal Lord Qingxu is separated from us by the boundary barrier, so he can't do anything to us in a short time. However, he will definitely try to reduce his power or support other forces to deal with us. Things won't be peaceful from now on."

"Perfect." Li Yunjing's lips curled into a slight smile. "The greater the pressure, the greater the motivation. The legacy of the Daozhen Sect can be used to accelerate its development."

"The construction of the sixth state, Luozhen Province, is underway, and the seventh, eighth, and ninth states should also be put on the agenda. Once the nine states are completed, the Dao Realm will be rapidly upgraded to the Immortal Realm, and that Immortal Lord Qingxu will no longer be a threat to us."

Northern Dark True Spirit looked at him, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.

If it were anyone else, offending Immortal Lord from the upper realm would probably have left them living in constant fear.

But Li Yunjing was different. Not only was he not afraid, he turned the pressure into motivation and thought about continuing to expand his territory.

This mindset and perspective are truly rare.

"It's good that you understand," said Northern Dark True Spirit. "The ten Ancestral Vein will fully cooperate with you to strive to gather the Nine Provinces as soon as possible, allowing the Dao Realm to advance further."

Li Yunjing nodded slightly, his gaze fixed on the outside of the hall.

In the distance, the nine peaks of Xuandu Mountain stretch endlessly, shrouded in ethereal mist.

The fleet hovered outside the mountains, like a steel Great Wall.

Destroying the Daozhen Sect was only the first step.

The Immortal Vein descended upon Luozhen Province, expanding its territory and bringing perfection to the Nine Provinces, thus elevating the Dao Realm to immortality.

The road ahead is still long.

But he was confident.

One day, he will lead the Luozhen Sect to stand at the very top of this world.

Even Immortal Lord from the upper realms can no longer be bullied at will.