A Sect from a Spirit Vein

Chapter 302 - 262: Advance with Me

Upon receiving the command, Hee Yangchen felt immense joy and repeatedly expressed his gratitude.

Meanwhile, the Fifth Elder’s face darkened, and Han Wen, trembling beside him, boldly stepped forward.

With a loud thud, the rotund mountain of flesh fell to the ground, and Han Wen kowtowed heavily: "Mingsha Bay is where my Shahe Gang’s Mountain Gate resides. I daringly request that the Zhenren allow my Shahe Gang and Yunshan Sect to swap duties, so that my Shahe Gang can guard Golden Dawn Peak and seize the opportunity to counterattack. My sons are determined to restore our Mountain Gate and will surely fight bravely, exerting 120% combat power!"

Unexpectedly, Master Fengfeng had already been perturbed by Hee Yangchen’s plea, and now Han Wen’s attempt to make him retract the order made him furious: "You lost your Mountain Gate yourself, and you have the audacity to say this! If it weren’t for the impending battle, I’d hold you accountable for abandoning the border and fleeing without a fight! Get down!"

Han Wen trembled all over, his face anxious beyond measure; he wanted to speak nonetheless. The Fifth Elder hurriedly advanced, dragging and pulling him away with Spiritual Power.

At this moment, Hee Yangchen felt schadenfreude, while the people from Spirit Talisman Sect felt relieved.

"What’s one Spirit Vein? After the war, I’ll find a way to get you another one. For now, if you don’t want to die, keep your mouth shut!" The Fifth Elder reprimanded Han Wen in his ear.

Han Wen’s face turned ashen, his eyes glazed over, standing like a wooden pillar.

As the Moon Hooks sank in the west and dawn approached, a streak of Escape Light pierced through the night, speeding towards Kongming Mountain.

The envoy from Xuanguang Sect, the old friend Ning Songzhi, loudly called to open the Grand Array, and met the hastily arriving Lu Qian and the Yunshan Sect Elders, along with the Sect Leaders of the six sects.

He joyfully pronounced Master Fengfeng’s edict to the audience and handed a new Imperial Decree to Lu Qian—the old one had already been used in the Battle at Yuqing Mountain.

A ray of dawn pierced the darkness, dazzling golden-red clouds appearing on the snow-covered peaks.

Finally, daylight arrived!

Giving Ning Songzhi a bulging Storage Pouch, Lu Qian courteously sent him out of the Mountain Gate, then turned around. The members of Yunshan Sect and the Sect Leaders of the six sects were all ablaze with eager looks.

"Sect Leader, please give your orders!"

"Alliance Leader, please command!"

Lu Qian took a deep breath, Escape Light flickering as he ascended into the air, his voice resonating across the peaks: "Transmit my command, Shuangye Alliance, mobilize the army and march with me!"

The trumpet signaling the advance sounded.

The elites of Shuangye Alliance were ready to set out, four Floating Battleships’ sails high, with their destination set directly for Golden Dawn Peak.

The guardians had been arranged in advance, led by Zhang Lemei, along with numerous technical talents like Cui Shanyan left behind, while 160 elite cultivators of the Middle and Late Stage of Qi Cultivation boarded the Floating Battleships.

By now, sects from all around the county had gathered along the northern frontier, with orders forbidding civil war, thus attacks were unnecessary to guard against. Lu Qian whispered a few instructions to Zhang Lemei before stepping aside for Tan Hong.

Nearing four years old, Tan Yunxing with a tiger-head appearance, although not Tan Hong’s biological child, still shared some resemblance in the eyes and eyebrows. Knowing his father was heading off to fight the villains, he clung tightly to Tan Hong.

Tan Hong coaxed him for a while, then steeled his heart, placing Xiaoyunxing in Zhang Lemei’s arms. Xiaoyunxing fiercely refused, bursting into tears.

Tan Hong’s face darkened, he raised his hand and rebuked: "Men don’t cry, don’t you dare!"

Zhang Lemei frowned, cradling Xiaoyunxing, scolding: "He doesn’t want to part with you, and you’re frightening him. Dare raise your hand to him, and I won’t let it go! Hurry up and leave; you irritate me!"

With that, the woman, carrying Xiaoyunxing, turned abruptly and left, leaving Tan Hong standing there awkwardly.

Lu Qian’s gaze fell on the young disciples led by Jiang Baitao, Li Da, and Wang Ruoyu. Li Da quickly pulled Wang Ruoyu, leading the young disciples to bow and salute: "We wish the Sect Leader martial success and our alliance triumph in its flags!"

Lu Qian smiled and nodded, while Jiang Baitao, with reddened eyes, lunged forward, hugging Lu Qian tightly: "Sect Leader Senior Brother, be careful."

Lu Qian gently patted her head, and she turned into Jiang Qingfeng’s embrace. Jiang Qingfeng lovingly stroked her long hair: "While I’m away from the Mountain Gate, don’t be mischievous. Cultivate well, so I can test you upon my return."

Jiang Baitao nodded, then suddenly hugged Guh Niqiang, catching her off guard: "Sister Nishang, don’t always rush to the front, make sure to return safely."

Guh Niqiang felt a slight tenderness in her heart and patted her little head.

Meanwhile, Lin Le and Wu Yan were also bidding farewell, the young couple inseparable, their deep sentiments for each other beyond outsiders’ understanding.

Wu Yan carrying the last trump card, the Primordial Pearl, was naturally going along with Lu Qian. Lin Le’s cultivation level was too low, this journey laden with danger, hence unsuitable for his involvement.

"Sister Yann, the battle array is extremely perilous; be cautious and don’t separate from the main force."

Wu Yan reluctantly nodded, "Don’t worry, Brother Le. With the Sect Leader around, everyone will be fine."

The imminent farewell approached; the young girl blushing, leaned over to quickly peck Lin Le’s cheek, secretly whispering: "Brother Le, don’t forget to check the secret manual I gave you."

No more delay, Lu Qian soared into the sky.

"Set out!"

The heavy drums sounded, four Floating Battleships slightly shuddered as they carried the Mountain Gate’s guardians’ blessings, racing into the firmament toward Golden Dawn Peak.

The Divine Ship suppressed its speed, maintaining a constant pace of 200 miles every hour like an ordinary Floating Battleship. At this speed, it required roughly two and a half hours to reach Golden Dawn Peak.

On the flagship, Lu Qian summoned the Elders and Sect Leaders from the six sects for a temporary meeting.

"Even though we patiently awaited an opportunity after the storm cleared and Master Fengfeng spared us, it doesn’t guarantee an easy path forward. On the contrary, this mission is perilous, unprecedented in its challenges. This is a county-level battle! With thousands of cultivators and dozens in Foundation Establishment, the little Shuangye Alliance cannot afford any mistakes, or we will be annihilated!"

Lu Qian’s words brought clarity to everyone, instantly dissipating any prior relaxation, and everyone instinctively tightened their resolve, not daring to slack off.

Lu Qian continued, "This combat isn’t the trifling matters of the past. Shuangye Alliance has never faced such a grand battle! It’s a life-or-death trial; failing means death!"

"Ning Songzhi just briefed us on the current situation. Everyone here comprehends the stakes. The enemy force in the Mingsha Bay direction is a detached force from the county, a force to be reckoned with. Our most significant issue lies in the scarce numbers of elite disciples, which can’t withstand losses..."

At this moment, the Imperial Decree in Lu Qian’s hand suddenly vibrated.

Lu Qian was surprised, recognizing it as a command from Xuanguang Sect! This recently received Imperial Decree, being used already?

The Xuanguang Sect’s order issued from the Imperial Decree, with everyone attentively listening.

"Golden Dawn Peak has fallen into enemy possession! Command Yunshan Sect’s utmost effort to reclaim Golden Dawn Peak! Prevent any further enemy advance!"