Chapter 599: Demon Race Army
A nearly completely transparent figure in azure swiftly flew over.
"Wind Escape Technique? It’s Junior Brother Lingfeng!"
Sure enough, after dispersing the spiritual light, it turned out to be Ye Lingfeng, the direct disciple of Celestial Wind True Master.
He had dealings with Shen Xuan before.
He was one of the four Fake Pill cultivators among the previous batch of Core Formation Seeds of the Cyan Cloud Sect.
"Senior Brother Profound Ice, the Sect Leader has ordered you to quickly go and reinforce the central army!"
Lingfeng True Master handed a Communication Talisman to Shen Xuan.
This time, Cyan Cloud Sect’s expedition to Yan Country was supported by Celestial Wind True Master’s lineage, responsible for communication and logistics among the three armies.
Shen Xuan received the Communication Talisman, sensing with his Divine Sense.
"How can this be!"
Upon hearing the Mysterious Trace True Master’s transmission, Shen Xuan was stunned.
The central army led by Celestial Thunder True Master was surrounded and struggling to break free when they encountered a true demon army while exterminating the demon beasts in Dingyuan County.
The Mysterious Trace True Master ordered him to hastily provide aid.
The contents of the Communication Talisman were clear.
The demon army’s formidable strength required him to find a way to preserve the right army while rescuing as many of the central army as possible.
"Celestial Thunder True Master is in the Middle Stage of Thunder Attribute Golden Core, with formidable combat power. This time, the central army has the greatest number of people, and True Master Purple Mist is assisting."
"The demon tides of Yan Country actually revealed a true army of demons. From the Mysterious Trace True Master’s intent, it seems he still hopes I can rescue the disciples of the central army."
With the battle prowess of Celestial Thunder True Master and True Master Purple Mist, even if they were outmatched, they could escape the battlefield unharmed.
The reason they continued to fight was because over two thousand disciples of the central army were surrounded.
They were the elites of the Sect and its vassal families.
They represented the vital reserves of the Cyan Cloud Sect.
If they were all lost in Yan Country.
It would affect not only Celestial Thunder True Master but also the entire Cyan Cloud Sect, damaging its vitality.
"One in the Middle Stage of the Golden Core Realm, one in the Middle Stage of True Core, two Fake Pill True Masters, over a dozen Sect Foundation Establishment, more than two thousand in the Late Stage of Qi Cultivation..."
"Forget it, let’s go take a look."
"If they can be saved, then save some."
Shen Xuan pondered in his heart.
Having made up his mind, Shen Xuan hesitated no more.
"Junior Brother Lingfeng, after I entrust the right army’s affairs, I will head there immediately!"
"Alright! Senior Brother Profound Ice, I have other tasks, so I’ll take my leave first."
After Ye Lingfeng left.
Shen Xuan gathered Li Ruyi, Howling Moon Fox, and the Three-tailed Tabi Cat.
"Fellow Daoist Li, Fellow Daoist Howling Moon, Fellow Daoist Three-tails, the situation is sudden, and I need to go to Dingyuan County for reinforcements."
"This team, I entrust to the three of you. Within three days, after three days, enter the formation, slay the remaining demon wolves, clean the battlefield, and lead them back to the Cyan Cloud Sect."
"Fellow Daoist Li, you are the Sect’s Honored Guest, temporarily assuming the position of Marshal. Fellow Daoist Howling Moon, Fellow Daoist Three-tails, please assist, and I will surely reward you."
After getting the promise from Li Ruyi, Howling Moon Fox, and the Three-tailed Tabi Cat.
Shen Xuan hesitated no more, transformed into a streak of azure light, and rushed towards Dingyuan County.
...
Dingyuan County.
Tens of thousands of demons were besieging a nameless hill.
"What luck, just emerged from the passage and encountered the army of Cyan Cloud Sect!"
Below the hilltop, Niu Dali, over ten feet tall, wielding a giant axe, laughed heartily.
He was in the Late Stage of Demon Pill.
But his flesh body was far stronger than the Golden Core.
"Commander Niu, why not just annihilate them directly!"
Beside him, a stunningly beautiful young woman asked.
This person was none other than the Phantom Charm Demon Ding Chunhua.
A large area of skin was exposed, with only a few strips of cloth covering the crucial areas.
Her figure undulated, exuding an extremely powerful charm.
The average cultivator would fall into a sea of desire illusions at a glance, causing their Dao Heart to collapse.
"I heard that Shen Xuan is in the vicinity. If he gets wind of this, he’s likely to come to the rescue. Capturing him then would be a great achievement."
"Commander Niu, what a calculation! By then, do share some of the meritorious rewards with me!"
Ding Chunhua said with a smile.
Niu Dali glanced at Ding Chunhua’s impressive assets.
"No problem. Once this matter is settled, we’ll discuss it nicely once we get back."
Ding Chunhua was in the Late Stage of Demon Pill.
In direct combat, she couldn’t match Niu Dali.
But for stealthy assassinations, she had considerable skills.
The two were true demon elites.
Ordinary cultivators of the Human Race Golden Core True Master and Demon Sect Holy Pill Demon Venerable levels were not their match.
However, due to the restrictions of the Mystical Origin World’s rules,
Their true combat effectiveness had decreased by about half.
Under the desperate combat of Celestial Thunder True Master and True Master Purple Mist, they led most cultivators to escape up the nameless mountain.
"Alas, that Thunder Skill True Master indeed has some skill."
Niu Dali lamented.
Earlier, he had been entangled by Celestial Thunder True Master in a standoff for dozens of breaths.
Although Celestial Thunder True Master was defeated, he bought the Cyan Cloud Sect disciples the time to escape.
"And what about that old man? How come you didn’t finish him off?"
"That old man has an exotic treasure, with Purple Mist protecting his body and a clear mind. I couldn’t get close to him in time."
Ding Chunhua said with a melancholy tone.
"If Sister Hua was willing to act..."
"I won’t act."
A cold voice echoed in their Divine Souls.
"Forget it. She’s the young lady’s person, just here to observe. With our capabilities, we’re sure to win without her intervention."
Niu Dali said indifferently.
Although restricted by the Mystical Origin World’s rules.
He had a way to temporarily break through those restrictions, reaching his peak strength.
With such strength, he could contend with this world’s Nascent Soul True Monarchs and Demon Infant Patriarchs.
This is why Jin Lijian sent him to lead the demon army for the lower realm battle.
As long as the Mystic Origin World’s sects’ Nascent Soul True Monarchs and Demon Infant Patriarchs dared to make the first move.
Their Sacred Realm’s Golden Spirit Race would have an excuse for a full-scale war in the lower realm.
...
"A demon giant, training in Body Refining Techniques?"
"The other person seems to be the legendary Phantom Charm Demon."
In the Demon Race army, a thin and weak-looking demon soldier, with a vacant expression in his eyes, lowered his head, squeezed amidst a group of demon soldiers.
This was none other than Shen Xuan, who was utilizing the "Thousand Transformations."
From Yuanwu County to Dingyuan County, he flew swiftly, taking only one hour.
The closer he got to Dingyuan County, the more cautious he became, concealing himself early on.
Afterwards, he captured a lone demon soldier and searched his soul.
Demon soldiers generally have low intelligence and know little.
Yet, they provided Shen Xuan with a useful piece of information.
They are slaves belonging to the Young Master of the Golden Spirit Race.
"The Young Master of the Golden Spirit Race? That one claiming Xuanyuan Realm is theirs, Jin Lijian?"
Upon receiving this information, Shen Xuan dared not act rashly.
Indeed, that Young Master of the Golden Spirit Race seemed to be a simple-minded one.
Yet, his strength was far above Shen Xuan’s.
Just his avatar alone possessed late stage Golden Core strength.
Had it not been exiting the Demon Realm space, restricted by Xuanyuan Realm’s world rules.
He would have revealed a weakness inadvertently.
Shen Xuan might not be a match for his avatar.
This time, as he hid among the Demon Race army, sensing the presence of Niu Dali and Ding Chunhua, his worry intensified.
"Celestial Thunder True Master and True Master Purple Mist, neither is a match for these two."
"Moreover, from what these demon soldiers say, these two have been holding back, not exerting their full power."
Most demon soldiers are at the Qi Cultivation Realm, with low intelligence.
But there are a few demon soldiers, at the Foundation Establishment Realm, acting as demon soldier captains, possessing normal intelligence, similar to ordinary people.
Given Shen Xuan’s current realm cultivation, these Foundation Establishment Realm demon soldier captains could not see through his disguise.
Even if it was Niu Dali and Ding Chunhua, as long as they were far enough, not within a hundred zhang of them.
They would similarly be unaware.
"Minotaur Demon, Phantom Demon, even these low-level demon races are quite formidable."
"If those high-level demon races were to descend into the Xuanyuan Realm, could they sweep through the Human Race sects across various nations?"
Shen Xuan grew deeply concerned.
"Forget it, I won’t overthink. Just quietly observe for now."
He did not act rashly.
Instead, waiting for the best opportunity.
For demons like Niu Dali, their flesh bodies are strong, with powerful life force.
If Shen Xuan were to suddenly strike, a missed hit would likely leave him in siege.
Although he could use methods to escape from the Demon Race army.
The Demon Race, once prepared.
Would make future covert attacks on Niu Dali much harder.
"At the very least, heavily wounding Niu Dali is necessary."
Shen Xuan thought to himself quietly.
Yet for some reason, his heart was uneasy.
He applied the "Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil" incantations a few times, all signs forebode ill.
But it did not show whether it was "Great Misfortune" or "Minor Misfortune."
Greater power entails greater responsibility.
Holding a high position in Cyan Cloud Sect, enjoying its privileges and perks, he ultimately must contribute back to Cyan Cloud Sect.
...
Atop Nameless Mountain.
Celestial Thunder True Master, True Master Purple Mist, and two other Fake Pill True Masters, sat encircling.
Celestial Thunder True Master asked, "Was the distress signal sent out?"
"It was sent out."
A Fake Pill True Master replied.
"Good that it’s sent."
Celestial Thunder True Master mumbled.
The trio present were somewhat sentimental, unwilling to speak much.
Shen Xuan’s sudden rise, brought Celestial Thunder True Master’s sect standing down.
Crucially, Shen Xuan practiced Thunder Technique, recommended by Hidden Image True Master to Celestial Thunder True Master.
Unfortunately, due to his direct disciple Lei Yaoyang, Celestial Thunder True Master had a conflict with Shen Xuan.
Lei Yaoyang was only a decoy of his.
Yet it couldn’t tolerate ordinary True Master’s registered disciple Shen Xuan’s humiliation.
Now, time has passed.
Shen Xuan has apprenticed under True Master Cold Jade, achieving Ice Technique Golden Core.
Even his sect standing elevated, from laying many merits, soared to third within the sect.
Only beneath Mysterious Trace True Master and Spirit Sword True Master.
They were sect leadership.
Naturally, understanding Shen Xuan’s rise has another special reason.
That being within the sect’s Nascent Soul Formation seed ranking, Shen Xuan is already above Celestial Thunder True Master.
Undoubtedly, this is a great irony to Celestial Thunder True Master.
The Cultivation Realm ultimately speaks through strength.
After forming Golden Core, Shen Xuan laid down his stature, settling with Celestial Thunder True Master.
The two, merely being fellow sect brothers, were unlikely to become friends.
This time, the sect tasked him to lead the central army to Yan Country to quell the demon tide.
Originally an excellent opportunity for him to set great merits.
Unexpectedly, encountering the real Demon Race army.
Even as he decisively covered rear and risked life to protect the bulk of central army cultivators retreating.
A Fake Pill True Master asked, "Can the sect reinforcements arrive in time?"
These words raised a glum expression among everyone.
"Junior Brother Purple Mist, when the sky darkens and night falls, break through the encirclement with them from the west."
Celestial Thunder True Master’s face showed a trace of determination.
"I’ll stay, with Senior Brother Celestial Thunder to cover rear. You two lead teams to break through from west and north routes."
True Master Purple Mist sighed.
"My Purple Mist Treasure Seal can at least hold back for a while."
Celestial Thunder True Master laughed heartily: "Great! Junior Brother Purple Mist, this time I’ve implicated you."
True Master Purple Mist shook his head with a bitter smile.
"Why should you two Senior Brothers be discouraged?"
A Fake Pill True Master said, "Senior Brother Ling Xiao and Junior Brother Profound Ice are nearby, arriving any moment."
"Don’t place hope on them."
Celestial Thunder True Master gazed down at the densely populated Demon Race army.
"Regardless, one hour later, I’ll stay with Purple Mist, bring trusted disciples to guard rear, you two lead teams for breakout."