Urban Invincible Overlord

After Yang Fei finished speaking, Jiang Yao stared at him, a flicker of divine light in his eyes that revealed an indecision he hadn’t expressed for a long time.

Li Yang, likewise, didn’t know what to say; he just thought about how Yang Fei, for the sake of his wife and children, knowingly faced the dangers of going to Shang Qing Sect, yet insisted on going. He couldn’t help but feel some admiration for the man, thinking that this was how a real man should be.

As for Jiang Yao.

He had lived for over five hundred years, seen many cultivators, and witnessed many passionate people, but he had never encountered anyone as obstinate and nearly foolish as Yang Fei.

Does he not understand what I’m saying?

The situation is such; can’t he consider a different approach?

The main pursuit for cultivators is longevity, so they tend to be aware of the times, and wouldn’t do something they know is impossible.

This kid, however, no matter how clear I’ve made it, insists on being so stubborn.

He even doubted whether this kid was truly a cultivator.

This basic instinct to seek auspiciousness and avoid calamity, you damn well don’t understand it?

"Clarity of thought?" Jiang Yao finally spoke, his voice carrying a mix of helplessness and reflection, "Do you know how many cultivators in this world have chased after such clarity of thought, only to end up forced into a situation without hope of redemption?"

Yang Fei met his gaze calmly: "Of course, I know. But if I can’t even face what is right in front of me, if I don’t dare to act, then what meaning is there in cultivating the Dao of immortality? We cultivators aren’t just cultivating divine skills and power, but also our true selves. If the heart is tarnished and thoughts unclear, then even with tremendous abilities, one is nothing more than a walking corpse."

Jiang Yao mocked, "And what clarity of thought is there if your life is gone? If you die, who will the people you care about rely on?"

Yang Fei paused, then said, "If I die, then I can’t care about those things, but as long as I live, I must pursue a life true to my heart."

Jiang Yao frowned slightly, finding Yang Fei’s words evasive, yet he had to admit that the young man’s point seemed valid.

He scrutinized the young man in front of him, suddenly recalling various past events when he first heard this name.

Even though he is weak, he dared to stand alone against the entire Southern Domain Cultivation World for Earth.

Even in the face of Divinity Transformation Realm masters, when his cultivation was only at the Foundation Establishment Stage, this kid dared to confront them head-on.

He truly seems not to fear death.

Truly different from other cultivators who pursue longevity.

This kid really isn’t afraid to die.

Or perhaps, in his heart, there are people and things that enable him to disdain the fear of death.

Jiang Yao took a deep breath, suppressing the impulse to forcibly subdue Yang Fei.

With his cultivation level, to capture this current Yang Fei would be almost effortless. But doing so seems to go against one’s true self.

He was suddenly enlightened.

Turns out, he too was seeking clarity of thought.

Moreover, Yang Fei is the Master of Earth, the central figure in the genetic liquid medicine, and also the link between Shang Qing Sect and Shifang City. If he were to suppress Yang Fei, not to mention what the reaction from Shang Qing Sect might be, even Shen Wanjing from Shifang City would be hard to deal with.

He has always acted openly and uprightly, never resorting to deceitful means. In the past, when collaborating with Earth, Lingxiao Sect negotiated honestly and never thought of employing despicable methods.

"Enough." Jiang Yao sighed, "Since you insist on going, I won’t stop you. But you must be aware that Xiao Yue has already escaped. She knows you are about to head to Shang Qing Sect and will surely head to Wangxian Sect to leak this information. Your journey is unlikely to be peaceful."

Yang Fei’s expression remained unchanged: "I have already prepared."

"Prepared?" Jiang Yao scoffed, "Your preparation, is relying on a few powerful magic treasures you have? Do you think that guarantees safety? Ha, these things won’t protect you; on the contrary, for those Divinity Transformation Realm level masters, they are your death sentence."

Yang Fei’s heart sank.

He had to admit that Jiang Yao was right.

Although the Extreme Fire Demon Pearl allows him to freely shuttle between Earth and the Southern Domain, every time it teleports, there is a fixed landing spot. Even though there is some deviation now, as long as they lie in wait, with their powerful divine sense coverage, he will still be quickly targeted every time he returns to the Southern Domain, and danger is inevitable.

Moreover, the divine sense blockade of Divinity Transformation Realm masters and their formidable domain laws are so powerful that he cannot even communicate with the Extreme Fire Demon Pearl.

"Then what do you suggest, Senior?" Yang Fei asked tentatively.

Jiang Yao paused for a moment, then made a decision even he felt was crazy: "I’ll accompany you on this journey."

Yang Fei was stunned: "Senior, are you serious?"

"Of course, I’m serious," Jiang Yao replied, "Your current affairs not only pertain to your own life but also concern the entire Southern South Domain’s structure. If you fall into Wangxian Sect’s hands, Shang Qing Sect will surely be skittish, and Shifang City will be passive. Rather than let you go alone to die, I might as well go personally."

"But..." Yang Fei hesitated, "Senior, as the acting Sect Master of Lingxiao Sect, you have numerous sect matters to handle, especially now that there’s a potential threat from Wangxian Sect and its subordinate forces. If escorting me delays sect affairs, how can I shoulder that responsibility?"

Jiang Yao lightly laughed, looking at Yang Fei: "I thought you didn’t understand the stakes here?"

Yang Fei’s face reddened; he realized Jiang Yao was indicating his insistence on going to Shang Qing Sect was disregarding the bigger picture.

Seeing him like this, Jiang Yao waved his hand: "Enough, do you think my Lingxiao Sect can’t function without its Sect Master? My Lingxiao Sect was established tens of thousands of years ago and has a well-established system. Even if I’m not there, the sect can still operate normally. As for external threats..."

He paused, a deep gleam flashing in his eyes: "If the Southern Domain truly falls into chaos, Lingxiao Sect won’t be able to stay out of it either. Rather than respond passively, it’s better to take proactive action to seek a chance for survival."

Yang Fei secretly admired him; no wonder this man was chosen by Zhao Yunzhi as the current Sect Master of Lingxiao Sect.

"Thank you, Senior."

With a peak late-stage Nascent Soul powerhouse or even a half-step Divinity Transformation Realm master escorting him, his journey to Shang Qing Sect would be much safer. Naturally, Yang Fei was eager to accept.

"No need to thank me," Jiang Yao said, "I accompany you to Shang Qing Sect not to help you but to prevent the Southern South Domain from spiraling into complete chaos during this turmoil. If you want to thank me, agree to one thing."

"Please, speak, Senior."

"If it becomes impossible, don’t be reckless," Jiang Yao leaned in, looking into Yang Fei’s eyes, speaking word by word, "Keep the green hills, fear not for firewood. You are the Master of Earth, the central figure in genetic liquid medicine and the bridge between Southern South Domain and Earth. As long as you live, there’s hope for the Southern South Domain, and following such a great change, there’s perhaps a chance for reversal against the other four Immortal Domains."

Yang Fei hadn’t realized how highly he was regarded by his opponent, understanding now that his actions were indeed somewhat impulsive.

But matters have come to this; he worries about the safety of Helian Rong, Yang Cheng, and Wang Lei, and is even more concerned about Shang Qing Sect’s current situation. He cannot change his previous decision and solemnly says, "I have noted, Senior."