Unrivaled Medicine God, page 141
Li Zhangyu was secretly shocked. Ye Yuan was already a sect elder at this age?
However, he had yet to be surprised by this when Ye Yuan was suddenly enlightened and said, "Ah! So that's how it is! The Heavenly Sky Sect is as expected the Southern Domain's number one great sect. Their grand elder's disciple actually sacrificed his own interests for the sake of others and would rather his own realm fall just to help others. Ye Yuan is eternally grateful,"
"Puhwark!"
Li Zhangyu finally could not hold back, and a mouthful of blood sprayed out. It was already injuries on top of injuries.
The two people sang and chimed together. Li Zhangyu was ultimately young. How could he endure such stimulation?
But Ye Yuan really did not know the Heavenly Sky Sect, not that he was singing a duet with Luo Qingfeng.
But the effects were the same.
. . . . . .
After two days, Li Zhangyu's injuries took a turn for the better. Luo Qingfeng summoned him.
Presently, Li Zhangyu was much more restrained and was no longer as arrogant as when he had just arrived.
Luo Qingfeng's aura on that day thoroughly suppressed him.
"Are your injuries better?" Luo Qingfeng asked like he was engaging in small talk.
It was fine if he did not mention that. But once it was raised, Li Zhangyu's inner heart felt as painful as his scar being reopened.
"Already much better. Many thanks for Sect Master Luo's concern," Li Zhangyu forced a smile and said.
"En. It's good that it's much better. Zhangyu, for what matter did you come to my Tranquil Cloud Sect as an envoy this trip for?" Luo Qingfeng queried.
Talking about official matters, Li Zhangyu hurriedly collected his emotions and said, "My Heavenly Sky Sect discovered a mystic realm not long ago within our borders and think that there should be some good stuff inside. Our Southern Domain's Eight Great Sects has always been united. Sect Master specially dispatched seven disciples to leave for the seven sects to invite everyone to explore the mystic realm together so as to give fair treatment to all!"
Luo Qingfeng was expressionless, but he started to deliberate on the intentions of this move by the Heavenly Sky Sect in his heart.
Whatever united, what fair treatment, that could only hoodwink a three year old kid.
The Southern Domain's Eight Great Sects, including the Tranquil Cloud Sect, each had their own little plans.
The Tranquil Cloud Sect never had the heart to contend for hegemony in the Southern Domain.
The sect members' ambition was always to storm back to the Northern Domain.
Of course, this was merely a distant dream.
The reality was that the Tranquil Cloud Sect could only survive within the crevices of the various Southern Domain sects.
The Heavenly Sky Sect had always been very domineering. Forget about a mystic realm in their own territory; they would even think of ways to get a cup of soup from other people's mystic realms.
There must be something strange for things to be abnormal!
If one were to say that the Heavenly Sky Sect was really that good-hearted, even a fool would not believe it.
But one had to admit that the Heavenly Sky Sect tossed out a remarkably tempting bait. Luo Qingfengr reckoned that the other sects would likely be unable to refuse this invitation because even he himself was moved.
What did the development of the sect rely on?
Resources!
Essence crystals, natural treasures, cultivation methods, artifacts, and so on. These things more or less determined the power of a sect.
As the most powerful sect in the Southern Domain, the Heavenly Sky Sect occupied 40% of the Southern Domain's resources!
The other seven great sects added up only came up to 60% or so!
It was precisely because of these resources that ensured that the Heavenly Sky Sect always looked down on the world.
And among those, natural treasures were a very crucial part of resources.
The sect disciples' daily consumption, medicinal pills used in cultivation, and medicinal herbs were a huge expenditure. Without the accumulation of these resources, the sect would simply be unable to sustain, no matter how deep your foundations were.
And where did these natural treasures come from?
Mystic realms!
Mystic realms were miniature spaces neighboring the Endless World. Because human footmarks were scarce and essence energy was abundant, it tends to give birth to many natural treasures.
Within the various Southern Domain sect boundaries, they all had some mystic realms, and these mystic realms were all controlled by the various great sects.
These mystic realms were all known mystic realms. The dangers within have already pretty much been eliminated by the various great sects.
But the mystic realm discovered by the Heavenly Sky Sect this time was evidently an unknown mystic realm!
Extremely few humans existed in mystic realms. But there were many demonic beasts as well as naturally formed dangers!
Exploring mystic realms was an extremely perilous task!
Ignoring other things, just the Heavenly Sky Sect inviting other sects to explore the mystic realm together most likely had the notion of bringing more cannon fodder.
As for whether they had other plans, Luo Qingfeng could not determine it right now.
"What kind of mystic realm? Give a description," Luo Qingfeng said while maintaining his composure.
"An unknown mystic realm! We've already sent people in to investigate. The natural treasures inside are beyond counting. It's said that there are many Tier 3, Quasi-Tier 4 medicinal herbs inside. There are also quite a few Tier 4 herbs and some extremely rare herbs which can all be found inside!" Li Zhangyu said.
Luo Qingfeng suddenly smiled and said, "I'm afraid that it isn't so simple, right? What I want to hear isn't this. What did you all encounter inside?"
Li Zhangyu's face changed but returned to normal very quickly. He said calmly, "We sent a total of three teams. They were completely wiped out!"
Luo Qingfeng frowned and said, "What kind of people did you send in?"
Facing Luo Qingfeng, Li Zhangyu became very alert.
This fellow was too astute. Every question hit the mark!
In the past, everyone always thought that he was somebody weak and incompetent because he was low-profile and tolerant.
Now, it looks like this fellow was simply an exceptionally clever and scheming person!
Now that Luo Qingfeng already bared his fangs in front of Li Zhangyu, he naturally had no need to disguise himself anymore.
Li Zhangyu cautiously said, "The first time, it was an early-stage Crystal Formation Realm leading the team. The second, the one leading was a middle-stage Crystal Formation Realm. The third time . . . it was a Ninth Level Crystal Formation Realm martial artist!"
"Oh? Since all your guys were wiped out, how do you know the news inside?" Luo Qingfeng asked composedly.
Li Zhangyu secretly cursed sly fox and said, "In the end, that Ninth Level Crystal Formation Realm martial artist risked death to charge out and brought back this information. And not long after he exited, he died too. This unknown mystic realm might be somewhat dangerous, but the things inside are seriously too alluring. That's why Lord Sect Master ardently invites everyone to explore together."
Luo Qingfeng nodded and said, "You go back and rest first. Allow me to reconsider this."
After Li Zhangyu took his leave, the door to the room suddenly opened. Ling Potian, Xiao Jian, and Ouyang Yu walked out.
And behind them was Ye Yuan who had recently just broke through.
Chapter 286. Opinion |
"What do you guys think of the Heavenly Sky Sect's invitation?" Luo Qingfeng opened his mouth to ask after the few people sat down.
Xiao Jian was the first to speak. "Would the Heavenly Sky Sect be so kind-hearted? I won't believe that even if you beat me to death! In my opinion, this is a trap."
Ling Potian valued each word like gold and said, "Yes, definitely it is a trap."
Ouyang Yu mused for a while before saying, "I feel that the possibility of being a trap is not big. Rather, I think the likelihood of making us as the cannon fodders is greater."
Luo Qingfeng was emotionless as he asked again, "How so?"
"Exploring an unknown mystic realm such as this, it's impossible for the great sects to send out a very powerful force. Wanting to diminish the sects' existing strength through this is clearly not very likely. The way I see it, this unknown mystic realm might really be dangerous. The Heavenly Sky Sect hopes to drag everyone over to shoulder the dangers together to obtain the greatest benefits while at the same time, reducing their own casualties." Ouyang Yu analyzed the situation.
Compared to Xiao Jian, Ouyang Yu was clearly much calmer. His analysis was also rather objective.
"Humph! The Heavenly Sky Sect is just like an old miser. When they see mystic realms, it's like they get injected with stimulants. How can they be so nice this time to invite us to explore together?" Xiao Jian disagreed.
"Therefore, there must be something that we don't know in between. All in all, the Heavenly Sky Sect definitely doesn't have any good intentions. I feel that we can casually send some people over to brush them off," Ouyang Yu said.
"I disagree! Casually sending some people over to be cannon fodder for others? Tranquil Cloud Sect disciples are all groomed by us through innumerable painstaking efforts. How can we send them to their death?" Xiao Jian said with irritation in his tone.
About this point that the Heavenly Sky Sect did not have any good intentions, everybody did not have any disagreement, and it was also impossible to have differing opinions.
It was just that whether or go or not was a problem. It clearly caused some discrepancies.
Ouyang Yu still wanted to continue, but Luo Qingfeng made a hand gesture to indicate to them to stop arguing. He turned and said to Ye Yuan, "Ye Yuan, share your perspective."
After the incident with Li Zhangyu, Luo Qingfeng's understanding of Ye Yuan went up another level.
Ye Yuan could set up a Spirit Gathering Formation under that sort of abrupt situation and force Li Zhangyu away while he himself went along with the strategy to sanctify Canghua Sword. It was evident how meticulous his thoughts were!
The way Luo Qingfeng saw things, Ye Yuan's talent was without question. It was simply on a different level from his peers.
But for him to even possess such meticulous thinking at this age, it was truly hard to come by.
Hence, he intentionally called Ye Yuan over today to let him also listen to the purpose of the Heavenly Sky Sect sending an envoy. Perhaps he could come up with some constructive opinions.
When Xiao Jian and the others saw Ye Yuan, they were also stupefied for a long time, and could not quite ascertain Luo Qingfeng's thoughts.
This action, could it be to let Ye Yuan participate in the Tranquil Cloud Sect upper echelons' decision-making?
Ye Yuan's talent was unrivaled, this fact was already irrefutable by anyone. But he was so young; wasn't it somewhat trifling to let him join in the sect upper echelon in decision making?
Especially for Ouyang Yu. When Ye Yuan had just entered the sect, he even acceded to Ouyang Ming's inciting and wanted to sentence Ye Yuan to death through the Tri-Hall Joint Hearing.
But later on, a series of Ye Yuan's actions thoroughly dispelled any thoughts of opposing Ye Yuan.
Especially after Ye Yuan sold the Soul Driving Pill formula to the sect. Several elders from the Ouyang Family already obtained a breakthrough with help from the Soul Driving Pill.
Under such circumstances, how could Ouyang Yu bring himself to oppose Ye Yuan again?
Wouldn't he become an ungrateful petty character?
As for Ouyang Ming's side, Ouyang Yu already issued a strict order to make him watch his woman well to not stir up any more shit. Otherwise, bear the consequences himself!
A tiny little secular world family did not enter Ouyang Yu's eyes yet; let alone the fact that this family clan was already wasted.
Ye Yuan pondered for a moment and said, "If it's as Li Zhangyu said, then this mystic realm is similarly of utmost importance to our sect. Our Tranquil Cloud Sect simply can't compare to these great sects in terms of resources. If we even give up on this chance as well, wouldn't we lag behind with each step? I reckon that other sect masters also can't resist this large cake that the Heavenly Sky Sect delivered and will send people forth."
After that day, Luo Qingfeng gave Ye Yuan a crash course on the faction distribution in the Southern Domain. Now, he already had a preliminary understanding of the Southern Domain's situation.
"But this mystic realm is so dangerous. Even a Ninth Level Crystal Formation Realm did not make it out alive after entering. Could it be that we all have to send Sea Transformation Realm elders in?" Xiao Jian threw out this question.
Ye Yuan shook his head and said, "That isn't necessary. Because I think that even if we send elders there, it's useless too."
"Oh? Why is that?" Luo Qingfeng asked.
When Ye Yuan said this, not only Xiao Jian, even Luo Qingfeng revealed an attentive expression.
It was very clear that Ye Yuan noticed some issues that they did not realize.
Ye Yuan smiled and said, "Sect Master and Hall Heads, think about it. With the Heavenly Sky Sect's greed, how can they possibly send people to invite other sects to explore the mystic realm together unless they had no other alternatives?"
"That's why we were all guessing earlier whether the Heavenly Sky Sect is plotting some insidious scheme!" Xiao Jian.
Ye Yuan shook his head and said, "Just as Hall Head Ouyang said, these sort of wiles and schemes don't have much use. Even if our teams were all annihilated, it wouldn't harm our sect's foundations. Why do they need to take such a superfluous action?"
"Then you say; just what is it?" Xiao Jian said anxiously.
"Why did Li Zhangyu only say that they sent a Ninth Level Crystal Formation Realm into the mystic realm? Although Sea Transformation Realm is a mid-level pillar in the various great sects, the Heavenly Sky Sect wouldn't treasure life to such an extent, right?" Ye Yuan said with a grin.
Luo Qingfeng was absorbed in his thoughts as he said, "You're saying . . . they already sent a Sea Transformation Realm inside?"
Ye Yuan nodded and said, "That's right! Furthermore, that Sea Transformation Realm definitely did not come back alive!"
Everyone sucked in a cold breath. Thinking it over, Ye Yuan's analysis was plainly the most logical.
It was just that when Li Zhangyu was talking, he deliberately clouded this area. That was why everybody did not think of it.
After all, a Ninth Level Crystal Formation Realm was already very important to a sect. Even for a large sect like Heavenly Sky Sect, it was also impossible to abandon them at will. Hence, Luo Qingfeng did not think deeper into this problem either.
But when they heard Ye Yuan say that even a Sea Transformation Realm did not make it out alive, their hearts would not stop pounding.
Wasn't this unknown mystic realm a little too perilous?
"Even a Sea Transformation Realm died inside. Then even more so we must not go!" Xiao Jian said with a frown.
To the Tranquil Cloud Sect, they could not afford the death of any Sea Transformation Realm expert.
But Luo Qingfeng did not speak right away. He only spoke after thinking it over, "Ye Yuan, were your words unfinished? Should we go or not?"
Towards this Luo Qingfeng, Ye Yuan also quite admired him. He was unquestionably a terrifying figure with meticulous thoughts.
These few years, if not for him, the Tranquil Cloud Sect might be in even more arduous circumstances than now.
Ye Yuan nodded and said, "Go. Why shouldn't we go? There are surely many natural treasures in this mystic realm. Otherwise, the Heavenly Sky Sect would have forsaken it themselves. This is also an opportunity for our sect!"
Chapter 287. Skymaple Exits Seclusion! |
"Ye Yuan! Even a Sea Transformation Realm lost his life after entering! Do you want our elders to seek their own doom?"
Ling Potian rarely said so many words. It was just that he was very stern currently. The average disciple would probably start stammering when they saw it.
"Potian, let Ye Yuan finish talking," Luo Qingfeng said.
Ling Potian was stunned. He immediately shut his mouth and kept quiet.
Ye Yuan did not mind either. He continued, "If my conjectures are correct, it might be because the space isn't stable or due to restrictions on laws. Sea Transformation Realm and above martial artists are unable to enter this mystic realm. It's overly dangerous for Crystal Formation Realm martial artists to enter; that's why the Heavenly Sky Sect would join hands with the other seven sects to explore together in an unprecedented event."
Luo Qingfeng was also very surprised. He said, "So that's the case! This way, everything can be explained! It's just that since this is the case, it's surely very risky for Crystal Formation Realm martial artist to enter. Do we still join in the bustle?"
"Wealth comes with danger! The dangers are all the same to us Eight Great Sects. The Heavenly Sky Sect is just looking for more cannon fodders. Then, let's knock out one of their front teeth! Opportunities like this are not recurrent!" Ye Yuan said.
"Ye Yuan, I know that you're tremendously talented and your combat powers are also extremely great, but you mustn't look down on the other sects' junior generation! Especially the Heavenly Sky Sect. Their personal disciples are much stronger than Yuntian and the rest," Xiao Jian suddenly interjected and said gravely in a sincere tone.
As the Southern Domain's strongest sect, the Heavenly Sky Sect's personal disciples' strength was obviously the greatest!
Although Li Zhangyu was accepted as a personal disciple by a grand elder, that was only because his potential was huge.
In terms of real strength, he was not considered much in the Heavenly Sky Sect.
Those personal disciples with immense seniority were the existences with the greatest strength today.
