Kangzhou, Yuanshan City.
"Dang!" "Dang!"...
The majestic bell rang out nine times in a row.
As the bells rang, Yuanshan City gradually became quiet. Many Doppo League disciples had a hint of panic in their expressions, and they gathered together to discuss.
"What's going on? Why is the Yuanshan bell ringing?"
The base-building masters located throughout Yuanshan City raised their heads in astonishment and looked at the palace at the highest point of Yuanshan City.
It was the dormitory residence of the Dubu Alliance. The bell tower was located inside the palace. On weekdays, it would only be struck when there was an invasion from a foreign enemy or when it was a critical moment of life or death for the Dubu Alliance.
"Is it possible... that the leader of the alliance is dead?"
"Let's go! Go and have a look!"
"Let's go together!"
For a moment, many escaping lights rose into the sky and rushed towards the palace.
Just a moment later, more than a dozen Foundation Establishment Masters gathered together, huddled together in twos and threes, looking at the closed palace door with somewhat surprised and uncertain expressions.
"What the hell is going on, does anyone know?"
"I don't know, the alliance leader hasn't seen anyone for several days..."
"There won't really be any accidents, right?"
"Who rang the Wonsan bell?"
Just as all the foundation-building masters were discussing, the closed palace door suddenly opened, and a lone traveler dressed in Gebu linen strode out.
"Alliance leader?"
Many of the Foundation Establishment Masters were startled. They looked at the lone traveler carefully and felt a little shocked in their hearts.
At this moment, the solitary traveler's eyes were as sharp as a hawk, his aura was as deep as a deep pool, and his expression was as cold as lightning. He seemed to have returned to the overlord of Kangzhou.
The changes that had happened to him in the past few days were as if they had never happened.
"Meet the leader!"
Everyone was caught by his gaze, and temporarily suppressed their thoughts of asking questions, and bowed and saluted.
"Everyone is polite."
The solitary traveler returned the salute, glanced at everyone, and said in a deep voice:
"A few days ago, I was assassinated by traitors from the GCC. I was poisoned by a strange poison and lost my mind. I almost died in Yuanshan City."
"I struggled for several days and managed to escape with my life. I just recovered."
"Such a great hatred must be avenged!"
He spoke concisely and concisely:
"I intend to form an elite assault team, led by myself, to raid the GCC headquarters in Fangzhou to avenge this great hatred!"
As soon as these words came out, many of the Foundation Establishment Masters present could not help but change their expressions.
No one expected that the first thing that the independent travelers would do after recovering would be to start a full-scale war with the GCC, or even launch a sneak attack immediately.
"Isn't this a random act of grabbing a shit basin?"
Some veteran Foundation Establishment Masters could not help but complain a few words in their hearts.
Strange poisons that can target the soul and affect the mind are extremely rare. Even the ancestor of the Golden Pill may not have it in his hands, let alone the cultivation level of a solo practitioner. Who can poison him quietly?
Everyone knows that this is just an excuse made by the independent traveler, just to start a war with the GCC - no one knows what went crazy with him.
"Leader, please think twice!"
"That's right, Alliance Leader, you are recovering now, so it is still not appropriate for you to go into a big fight."
"Yes, if we want to settle accounts with the GCC, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future. Why should we be in a hurry?"
Many Foundation Establishment Masters tried to persuade him to give up this idea.
The GCC is not easy to mess with. It is quite powerful and has a strong background. It is one thing to start a fight with each other, but it is another thing to start a full-scale war.
Especially this kind of strategy of gathering high-level combat power to raid the home base and go straight to Huanglong. If one is not careful, both sides will suffer losses. We and the GCC do not have any deep hatred and do not want to risk their lives.
"Alliance leader."
The young scribe wearing a feather fan and silk scarf also stood up, cupped his hands and said:
"The GCC is unlikely to poison you. Even if it has such intentions, it does not have the means."
"I hope you will think twice before acting impulsively and never make a big mistake..."
Most of the Foundation Establishment Masters present spoke out in opposition, while the rest remained silent, with no one expressing support.
But in this case, the solo traveler was as resolute as ever and said in a deep voice:
"I have made up my mind, no need to persuade me any more!"
"That old man Haihe has been coveting the blue jade in my hand for hundreds of years. He is definitely the one who secretly murdered me! It would be unkind to not avenge this!"
He said, paused, and said loudly:
"If you are willing to go with me, choose any treasure from the alliance's treasure house, plus an elementary spiritual weapon and 20,000 spiritual stones!"
"When I return with a great victory from this trip, I will not hesitate to reward you generously, even if I lose all my wealth!"
"If you don't want to come with me, then leave now and don't stay in the Dubu League. I won't welcome you!"
After his words fell, there was a sudden silence in front of the palace gate. Many of the Foundation Establishment Masters looked at each other, obviously not expecting this scene.
Obviously everyone is opposed, but the independent travelers are determined to deal with the GCC, and their attitude is so arrogant and tough.
In silence, many familiar Foundation Establishment Masters communicated with their spiritual thoughts. Some were stunned and confused, some frowned, some were excited and eager to try, and the rest were mostly hesitant.
"Alliance leader!"
The young scribe wearing a feather fan and silk scarf stood up and was the first to break the silence.
"At the beginning, we joined forces to keep warm and fight against the big forces that dominate all directions. We also made an agreement to advance and retreat together."
There was a hint of sadness in his expression, he shook his head and said:
"But now, the leader of the alliance is insisting on his own way, being arbitrary and treating our opinions as nothing."
"In that case, let's part ways and see you again tomorrow!"
As soon as he spoke, he threw down the talismans and tokens on his body, bowed his hands, and then turned around and drove away with the escape light without any trace of nostalgia.
The solitary traveler had an expressionless face and remained silent from beginning to end. He did not stop him and just watched him leave.
After someone took the lead, several Foundation Establishment Masters spoke up and withdrew from the Dubu Alliance.
So far——
Before this operation even started, the Dubu Alliance had already split. Excluding the few Foundation Establishment members who had not yet arrived, there were already less than ten Foundation Establishment Masters left.
"Since you have chosen to stay, you are ready to take action with me."
The lone traveler spoke slowly, his eyes sweeping over the remaining people, and his tone was indifferent:
"Get ready, we'll set off in a quarter of an hour!"
…………
Fangzhou, Cangjiang Water Mansion.
Master Haihe approached Zhang Yao again, smiling and obviously in a good mood:
"After I reported the matter, it immediately attracted the attention of the senior officials of Fuhai Sect."
"They are already preparing to investigate related matters. Once it is confirmed that Yuwentai's self-stealing behavior is true, they will inform various sects and ask several Jindan ancestors to come forward!"
When he said this, his smile became brighter and he said:
"No matter how high Yuwentai's status is and how powerful he is, it is only the foundation-building period after all."
"If he really makes trouble in front of several Jindan ancestors, he will definitely not be able to please him, and he will definitely be removed!"
Zhang Yao couldn't help but nodded slightly when he heard this.
In the past, Tianbao Tower was able to maintain a semi-independent status, largely because of the mutual distrust and mutual checks and balances between the four golden elixir forces.
But if the four families reach an agreement and several Jindan ancestors come forward together, then there will be no one in Dali who can defy them.
"Then I have to congratulate the host in advance."
Zhang Yao said, suddenly his expression paused and he frowned.
For some reason, he felt an inexplicable feeling of palpitations in his heart, as oppressive as a dark cloud.
The last time this feeling appeared was in Qingyunfang City; the last time it happened was when Yu Wenze's army marched to the southern states.
"Um?"
Master Haihe also noticed something strange and asked subconsciously:
"Qingxu, what's wrong with you?"
"I'm fine, it's just..."
Zhang Yao hesitated for a moment, then whispered:
"I seem to have a vague premonition of something bad, but I can't tell what's going on."
"oh?"
Master Haihe was startled for a moment, and then said thoughtfully:
"I've always heard that some people are born with extraordinary psychic abilities, and even have the ability to act on a whim, but I've never seen it with my own eyes."
As he spoke, he also realized something was wrong and said alertly:
"Could things have changed? Did Yu Wentai respond?"
"Maybe, maybe..."
Zhang Yao was only halfway through his words when he suddenly heard a harsh sound resounding inside and outside the Shui Mansion.
"Enemy attack!"
Master Baihe's anxious shouts reached his ears along the Shuifu formation, accompanied by an earth-shattering roar.
"Boom!!"
It was like a roar like a dam bursting and a flood sweeping across. Huge waves shook the sky for hundreds of feet, and water vapor evaporated like clouds and waterfalls.
The light shield protecting the entire water palace was forcibly blasted through. Billions of rivers washed and crushed it, along with a huge amount of silt, creating a doomsday scene like the sky was falling and the earth was sinking.
"Pfft!"
Master Haihe spat out a mouthful of blood, his face turned pale, and he was extremely frightened and angry:
"Third level secret treasure!! Who is it?!"
Only a third-level secret treasure comparable to the strike of the golden elixir could instantly break the Cangjiang Water Mansion's formation. As a result, he was also slightly injured due to the implication of Xinxue.
He never expected that someone would attack the GCC headquarters with a third-level secret treasure. What kind of hatred could there be in this?
"Master!"
Master Baihe's weak voice came through the remaining formations, showing extreme anxiety:
"It's the people from the Dubu Alliance... No, they have already entered!"
"Damn it!"
Master Haihe was furious in an instant, his eyes were bloodshot.
He was not in his cave, so the person in charge of the center of the formation was his disciple Baihe Zhenren. He was slightly injured when the formation was broken, and Baihe Zhenren couldn't escape serious damage!
"Let's go! Kill all the people in the Dubu Alliance!"
Master Haihe controlled the escape light and flew away in an instant, with a hint of ferocity in his expression:
"These disgusting gutter rats... deserve to die!"
Zhang Yao followed up with the escaping light, his expression full of solemnity, and his thoughts flashed rapidly:
"Third-level secret treasure... There is actually a third-level secret treasure in the hands of the independent traveler? Did Yuwentai give it to him?"
"It seems that we still underestimated this person...I'm afraid it's going to be bad now."
His heart sank, and all his magic power was ready to go out, ready for a fierce battle.
He still has many interests to gain in the GCC, and he doesn't want to give up in such a dejected manner. It's not too late to run away if he really can't beat them.
…………
There is a clear and pure land at the bottom of the river where the sediment is surging.
The land shrouded in white light opened up a waterless space, and a single pedestrian was suspended above it, overlooking the dilapidated water palace below.
The outer formation was blasted, and under the erosion and crushing force of the billions of rivers, most of the buildings in the Cangjiang Water Mansion had collapsed and the formation was also extensively damaged.
And in a turbid river:
Seven or eight rays of escaping light penetrated the river, walked side by side, and entered the Cangjiang Water Mansion.
"The power of this third-level secret treasure is truly astonishing."
The solitary traveler slowly withdrew his palm and watched the remaining half of the talisman burn up with deep eyes.
"It's just a pity that I only have one of these."
There was still some regret in his heart.
He didn't know how he got this thing in his hands, and he subconsciously avoided thinking about it.
Ever since he left the dormitory, there was only one thought left in his mind - break through the GCC and kill the real GCC at any cost!
It seems that only by achieving this goal can his life be meaningful.
"Old Haihe..."
He took a step forward, and his figure instantly penetrated the invisible space. Under the heavy pressure of the Baizhang River, he was strolling leisurely, as if the road was smooth.
Looking carefully, the turbulent undercurrents around him could not touch his body, as if there was an invisible air film that was extremely slippery and adhered to his whole body.
"Rumble..."
The surrounding water swayed slightly, and the solitary traveler's mind captured the sound of a fierce fight not far away.
"Finally showed up!"
A smile appeared on his face, and he jumped into a white rainbow light, instantly passing through the ruins of the Water Mansion.
…………
In the ruins of Shuifu.
There were bursts of fierce roars and explosions, accompanied by flashes of brilliance of various colors, and large areas of the surrounding buildings were completely reduced to wreckage.
When Zhang Yao and Master Haihe rushed here in a hurry, they saw Peng Yuexian, Fairy Yuanmeng, Taoist Xiangu and Duanzizi, etc., working together to reach the opponent's siege with difficulty.
Opposite are eight foundation-building monks from the Dubu Alliance. The two leaders are in the middle stage of foundation-building.
"Die, hahaha..."
A man with a thick beard and a sinewy face, with a majestic body, ran rampantly on the battlefield, laughing wildly, and for a moment no one could stop him.
With a punch or a kick, he could blow away spiritual weapons at will, and Taoist spells hit him without leaving even a trace, forcing Fairy Yuanmeng to retreat even after that.
The remaining old man with a solemn face was even more strange. He stood still and no one greeted him, as if he was invisible.
Opposite him, Peng Yuexian was blushing and swaying as if he was drunk. The mana aura on his body was so disordered that he couldn't even control the spiritual weapon.
With these two people in the lead, and the opponent's first attack, they had the upper hand for a while, and the forced GCC side had to defend with all its strength.
"Body training! Soul training!"
Zhang Yao's eyes narrowed and he instantly recognized the strong man and the old man's practice style.
These two cultivation paths are different from the orthodox immortal way, and their strength is often much stronger than that of monks of the same level. Some of the best among the body-refining monks are even invincible at the same level.
Only in the Dubu Alliance, which is a mixed bag of fish and dragons with different origins, can soul and body cultivation in the middle stage of foundation building appear.
"Shenhun Taoism? Body refining monk?"
Master Haihe glanced around and judged the situation without hesitation for a moment:
"Leave the soul cultivator to me, and hold back the body refinement cultivator first!"
(End of chapter)
