A Sect from a Spirit Vein

Chapter 349 - 309: Campaign Against the Yunshan Sect

More than an hour later, under the moonlight that rose to its peak, the intelligence group stationed at Kongming Mountain widened their eyes.

On Kongming Mountain, several Foundation Establishment Escape Lights soared into the sky with five Floating Battleships, accompanied by hundreds of Qi Cultivation Elites piloting a hundred Flying Spiritual Artifacts, heading northeast.

"Quick, send the message! The Xuanguang Sect army is fully mobilized, expected attack direction, Lingsha City!"

It was nearly midnight, and the sudden warning awakened everyone in the Shuangye Alliance from their meditation and cultivation, not daring to slack off, they immediately notified the sentry points for vigilance and began assembling the troops for battle.

"The Xuanguang Sect army is fully mobilized; I suspect Sanshan and Zhongming Counties have already reached a successful negotiation." Wang Yu said solemnly, "Unexpectedly, Master Fengfeng cannot hold back, just finished negotiations, and immediately seeks to attack our sect."

Lu Qian went through his plans in his mind: "They’re acting separately, Master Fengfeng on Fucang Mountain hasn’t returned to join with the main force on Kongming Mountain, both sides set off independently. It seems Master Fengfeng is impatient, wanting to finish tonight in a single battle."

Suddenly, another Thousand-Mile Mirror in his pocket also began to glow.

It’s the main sentry point within a three hundred-mile alert range!

"Sect Leader, a Golden Core Escape Light accompanied by four Foundation Establishment heading straight for Golden Dawn Peak, only two hundred miles away!"

Golden Dawn Peak? It seems Master Fengfeng intends to first take down the unguarded Golden Dawn Peak, then attack Lingsha City.

Lu Qian ordered in a deep voice: "All cultivators stationed at Golden Dawn Peak, retreat immediately, and the sentry points should continue to observe."

Golden Dawn Peak had only ten Qi Cultivators stationed, who retreated back to Lingsha River City, where there were a total of one hundred and fifty elites.

Moments later, Master Fengfeng, with four Foundation Establishment, entered the empty Golden Dawn Peak, but according to the sentry point’s observation, they didn’t immediately proceed to Lingsha City; they seemed to be waiting for the main army to join them at Golden Dawn Peak.

It’s a pity, Lu Qian sighed inwardly.

If Master Fengfeng had directly led the four Foundation Establishment to probe the array, Lu Qian would have unhesitatingly brought out the Primordial Pearl, turning this probe into a final confrontation!

But Master Fengfeng still retains a bit of sanity, leading the army forward, thus, the situation must be handled flexibly later.

Our side may only have four Foundation Establishment, but with Guh Niqiang, Lu Qian believes they won’t be weaker than the opponent’s seven Foundation Establishments. However, the gap in Qi Cultivation Elites on our side is a bit large.

If it really comes to it, reliance on strategic deployment and Array Transformation will be necessary to temporarily separate Master Fengfeng and the main force, or at least obscure the main force’s vision, then seize the opportunity to activate the Primordial Pearl.

Even though, like before, Lu Qian really doesn’t want to kill Master Fengfeng. Once Master Fengfeng is dead, Zhongming County will experience a reshuffle where neighboring county mansions will seek to have a piece, making the situation more complicated and uncontrollable than now.

But given the current circumstances, it seems Lu Qian has no choice.

The only variable tonight lies in the Divine Flood Dragon Sect and Liangxiang County.

Master Fengfeng acted too quickly, so quickly that Zheng Duan hasn’t returned to Lingsha City, nor brought back the reply from the Divine Flood Dragon Sect or Liangxiang County. If the Divine Flood Dragon Sect or Liangxiang County invades Zhongming County at this moment and the message gets through, perhaps it could distribute the Xuanguang Sect’s military force or directly hold them back.

Lu Qian closed his eyes.

If there’s time, balance the north and south, and defend by territory; if there’s not enough time, then fiercely stir things up, kill Master Fengfeng, and shatter Zhongming County!

In an intensely anxious atmosphere, time slipped away second by second.

The entire Shuangye Alliance Elite had gathered on the battlefield, waiting for Lu Qian’s command.

The moon wheel slowly sank, and new intelligence continued to arrive.

"Report to the Sect Leader, Xuanguang Sect’s army has entered Golden Dawn Peak."

"Report! Xuanguang Sect’s entire force is heading toward Lingsha City, led by Master Fengfeng, leaving dozens of Qi Cultivators stationed at Golden Dawn Peak."

It’s finally happening, the moment to confront Xuanguang Sect and face the Golden Core Master beneath the moonlight!

Everyone’s heartbeats accelerated, their bodies tingled, and their hands holding the Magical Artifacts were slick with sweat.

Everyone’s gaze naturally converged on Lu Qian, who stood at the forefront.

Lu Qian’s face remained calm, meeting everyone’s eyes, he suddenly smiled: "Is it tension or fear? I can hear everyone’s heartbeats sounding like drums."

Many cultivators gave awkward smiles, curiosity arose within them; facing the strongest enemy since the founding of the Shuangye Alliance, why was the Alliance Leader still calm?

"It’s said that courage is categorized into four types." Lu Qian slowly stated.

"First is Blood Courage, where one becomes flushed with anger. Such warriors, when angered, their faces redden, filled with blood; they fight fiercely without hesitation."

"Second is Vein Courage, where one turns pale with anger. Such warriors, when angered, gather their energy internally, their face turns pale, preparing for an explosive force."

"Third is Bone Courage, where one turns white with anger. In these warriors, when angered, blood rushes to the limbs, energizing the acupoints, mobilizing all strength for a decisive strike, thus causing their faces to turn white."

Lu Qian’s words riveted everyone’s attention, unconsciously looking around, comparing, trying to determine what kind of warrior their fellow disciples were.

Exchanging glances, seeing everyone with their tense expressions felt rather comical, and before long, someone couldn’t help it and let out a laugh; suddenly, laughter erupted across the battlefield.

The previously over-tense minds relaxed amidst the rolling laughter.

A disciple boldly asked, "Sect Leader, what is the fourth type of courage?"

Lu Qian smiled slightly: "Fourth is Divine Courage, where one’s expression remains unchanged with anger. When mountains collapse, their expression doesn’t alter; when deer rise on the left, their eyes don’t blink. In the midst of changing stakes, victories and defeats reside within one’s heart, even if disaster strikes, they remain calm, finding a sliver of vitality to overturn obstacles."

The cultivators’ laughter ceased, standing solemnly, their gazes toward Lu Qian filled with respect and admiration.

Listening to the deepening breaths of the cultivators and observing their tranquil expressions, Wang Yu knew they were finally ready to fight to the death.

Two hours later, just before dawn, within the last darkness of the sky, a streak of escape light suddenly brightened the sky.

Zhongming County’s army had finally arrived!

Before Master Fengfeng spoke, Hee Yangchen charged forward angrily, standing before the array, shouting loudly, "Lu Qian, you despicable thief, I truly misjudged you before; today I will take your head!"

Lu Qian felt a bit helpless. Truth be told, Hee Yangchen used to be a reliable support; even though mutually used, he helped Yunshan Sect a lot. This time, his dream of becoming a Sect Leader was thoroughly shattered.

He ignored Hee Yangchen and directly yelled at Master Fengfeng: "In battle between two armies, there’s no need for much talk. Please enter the array, just be careful of surprises; don’t bury the Golden Core cultivated through nine hardships under my Lingsha City!"

Master Fengfeng’s face changed drastically: "You arrogant brat, prepare to die!"

He unfolded the Celestial Cyan Fan, ready to directly lead the entire army into the array.

Lu Qian’s mind raced, just about to issue a command.

Suddenly, the sky brightened!

A dazzling escape light arrived in the blink of an eye, its sharp Spiritual Pressure making Master Fengfeng’s eyes widen.

Lu Qian also turned his head sharply; it was a Golden Core from the south!

So he is—

"Li Xianyu!" Master Fengfeng gritted his teeth, "What are you doing here!"

It was none other than Li Xianyu from the Liangxiang County’s Mingyu Sword Sect, Master Cangfeng!