In my twilight years of cultivating, I became a Supreme Daoist of the Longevity Path-Chapter 827

Chapter 827: 343: The Longevity Sect in Dire Straits!

The Terrifying Formation of the External Camps (5k)_2 Chapter 827: 343: The Longevity Sect in Dire Straits!

The Terrifying Formation of the External Camps (5k)_2 Facing the request of Zuo Qiuling, the esteem of Island Xumi maintained his dignified, saint-like demeanor, folded his hands together as he formed a Buddha seal, and spoke with a kind and benevolent expression, “Benefactor Zuo Qiu, it is not that Island Xumi is unwilling to save the common folk; rather, the common folk are unwilling to save themselves.

Trying to save them would only lead to more killing.”

“This monk has come here by the divine command of the Buddha in The World, also to point out to the fellow Daoists in the Four Seas Cultivation Alliance that it is better to cease early and not contribute further to the slaughter, Amitabha!”

As these words were spoken, the other few Nascent Soul cultivators in the room showed a change in their expression.

It was utterly astonishing to hear such absurd words coming from the esteemed and revered figure of Island Xumi.

Moreover, it seemed as if it was also instigated by the Buddha in The World, which was colder to the heart than having one’s defenses breached by the enemy.

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With an ugly expression, Zuo Qiuling could hardly contain himself anymore and sneered, “Ridiculous, ridiculous.

Does Island Xumi, situated in the midst of the Four Oceans, not understand the principle of ‘when the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold’?

Do you intend to imitate the Vajra Potala Sect, standing idly by while the Four Regions fall, in exchange for your own safety and other benefits?

Or perhaps, was it indeed a directive from the Buddha in The World at Island Xumi?”

The atmosphere suddenly became silent.

The venerable one remained unmoved, his eyelids slightly drooping as he calmly said, “Amitabha!

To stop killing by killing is not to save but to kill.

Island Xumi will not intervene in the counterattack.

Please, benefactor Zuo Qiu, try to understand calmly.”

Zuo Qiuling laughed angrily, flicked his sleeves, and effectively gave the order to leave.

Sitting as an observer, Su Yanyan sighed inwardly.

With such an attitude from Island Xumi, it was likely to be a heavy blow to the high-level members of the Cultivation Alliance.

But with things having reached this point, there likely was no other choice but to let it go.

The Buddha in The World of Island Xumi had long seen through the mundane world and entered monkhood, refusing to come out for thousands of years.

There had been rumors that he had already achieved Hegemony Capability.

The cultivators of the Four Oceans implicitly believed that his power ranked first among the Four Oceans.

However, since he was not a cultivator, he never concerned himself with these fleeting titles and thus was never officially recognized.

Regardless of official recognition, the deterrence of being a ‘Hegemony Capability’ existed.

With Island Xumi maintaining neutrality, no one within the Four Seas Cultivation Alliance could forcibly demand these monks to intervene.

After sending off the master of Island Xumi.

Zuo Qiuling quickly organized other affairs, and then looked towards Su Yanyan and the Nascent Soul ancient ancestor of Shu Sword Pavilion, Mo Xiangtian, cupping his fists in salute.

“Both fellow Daoists have seen the attitude of Island Xumi.

Now, it seems that only by the collective will of the Divine Transformation elderly on both our sides can we break this deadlock.

Zuo Qiu has already informed our Divine Transformation elders of the attitude from Island Xumi.

Sword Lord Yong Xin and Senior Qu are already on their way…”

He paused, gazing intently at Su Yanyan, and said solemnly, “Next, we might need to ask for help from your Sect Leader Chen.”

Su Yanyan slightly furrowed her brow.

Although she had been informed beforehand, facing this step now, she still could not help but worry, and asked,

“Will Senior Qu participate in this operation?”

Zuo Qiuling nodded, glancing at the other two people, and said, “Of course, otherwise Senior Qu wouldn’t be on the way here already.”

Su Yanyan felt relieved.

With the foremost person of Qu Shenzong in the Four Regions escorting to rescue Dongfang Huayuan, Chen Dengming would be out of danger.

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However, such matters should not be immediately agreed upon.

Su Yanyan pondered and said, “The Sect Leader is on his way back; I will consult his opinion further.”

Zuo Qiuling’s eyes flashed, and with his hands clasped behind his back, he smiled lightly, “Fellow Daoist Su, if Sect Leader Chen has any requests, feel free to make them known.

As long as it is within our power, the Four Seas Cultivation Alliance will do its utmost to accommodate.”

Now was the perfect moment to curry favor, and Zuo Qiuling was not ignorant of adaptiveness.

After all, the materials needed were not from his pocket.

Using the generosity of the alliance to advantage others and remaining fully compliant, he was happy to do so.

Having previously observed Chen Dengming handle the affair with Dragon Spirit Island with such clever agility, he knew that Sect Leader Chen was a significant figure worth befriending.

“In that case, I will express the thanks of our Sect Leader in advance,” Zuo Qiu Elder smiled.

Su Yanyan rarely showed a slight smile, nodding in agreement.

It was not easy for cultivators from the Four Regions to gain advantages from the Four Seas Cultivation Alliance, often requiring more sacrifices.

Now, it was time for Chen Dengming to sacrifice his safety, naturally aiming to secure as many benefits as possible.

With the Four Seas Cultivation Alliance, there was no need for courtesy.

The campaign to reclaim the lost lands of the Four Regions would also bring many benefits to the alliance, including new territorial resources.

Otherwise, the many Sects of the Four Seas Cultivator World wouldn’t be so eager.

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A cup of tea later.

In a scenic three-story pavilion surrounded by a small bridge and flowing water, Chen Dengming, who had returned to base, sat opposite Su Yanyan, discussing the upcoming confidential operation with a serious expression.

“I didn’t expect the timing for this plan to come so quickly.

It seems that in other unclaimed territories, the defense lines of the Outer Realm Evil Cultivators are very well-prepared.”

Chen Dengming stared at the tea in his cup before looking towards Su Yanyan.

Su Yanyan, “Do not underestimate these foreign cultivators.

Their infiltration capacity is very strong, especially the leaders from the Demon Palace line.

If the Demon Lord himself takes action, he could even turn Nascent Soul cultivators against us

About ten days ago, I, along with your Uncle Jiang, Uncle Fu, and another Nascent Soul friend from the Separate Sword Pavilion, took a shortcut deep into the Southern Region to scout the condition of the Evil Cultivator camps there.

And it turned out that this supposed secret shortcut had already been ambushed by the Evil Cultivators.

The four of us encountered an attack by seven Nascent Soul Evil Cultivators, suffered heavy injuries, and were scattered.

To this day, only your Uncle Jiang and I have managed to reestablish contact; the other two are still missing.”