hhnovel Chapter 220: Looming Invasion
Chapter 220: Looming Invasion
With their task complete, the cultivators of the Purple Heaven Holy Land scattered, racing to join the battles in other regions. Each moved with renewed determination, their spirits lifted by the news of Jiang Chen’s survival.
Meanwhile, Ji Ruxue and Ji Mingxiu turned to Jiang Chen, worry clear on their faces. They urged him to return to the safety of the Purple Heaven Holy Land, pleading with him not to take any more unnecessary risks.
Jiang Chen hesitated briefly but eventually gave a reluctant nod. He reasoned, ’The cultivators of the Purple Heaven Holy Land are more than capable of handling the remaining demonic beasts without my direct involvement.’ He knew the bodies of the defeated creatures would soon be delivered to him, ensuring a steady supply of resources for his cultivation.
Besides, with Fang Yuan—the former Son of Heavenly Fate—now gone, the situation felt less urgent. It gave Jiang Chen a rare moment to step back and gather his strength.
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Within a short span of time, Jiang Chen, with Ji Ruxue by his side and Ji Mingxiu leading the way, made his way back to the hallowed grounds of the Purple Heaven Holy Land. As they arrived, prominent figures like Supreme Elder Mo Yu and other high-ranking members eagerly gathered, their faces a mixture of concern and anticipation.
Seeing Jiang Chen step through the gates of the Purple Heaven Grand Hall, the elders quickly gathered around him, their anxious faces softening with relief as they confirmed his spiritual root was unharmed. The tension that had weighed on the hall began to ease, replaced by a quiet sense of hope.
After a brief exchange, Jiang Chen stepped forward, his expression growing serious. "Master, Supreme Elders," he said, his tone calm but firm, enough to draw everyone’s attention.
Ji Mingxiu, Mo Yu, and the others fixed their eyes on him, recognizing the importance of what was coming. "From those two Void Tribulation realm powerhouses, I’ve discovered vital information," Jiang Chen continued, his words measured.
A stillness settled over the hall. Ji Mingxiu and the Supreme Elders exchanged glances, their unease clear. "What kind of information?" Ji Mingxiu asked, his voice steady but laced with caution. The elders leaned in slightly, waiting for Jiang Chen to elaborate.
Jiang Chen’s gaze moved across the assembled elders before he revealed what he had learned. "The two Void Tribulation realm powerhouses informed me that the true orchestrators behind the surge of demonic beasts are none other than the Demon Race, operating from the shadows." His words carried a quiet weight.
"The Bottomless Abyss serves as a gateway between their domain and our Immortal Martial Continent. They’re scheming to invade."
A wave of shock rippled through the assembly. "The Demon Race?!" gasped an Early-stage Dao Comprehension realm elder, his face paling.
"Do demons truly exist?" another elder muttered, his voice low, as if speaking the words made the threat more tangible.@@@@
"So, it’s the Demon Race behind this surge, planning to overtake our Immortal Martial Continent?" Ji Mingxiu’s expression hardened, his eyes narrowing as he considered the implications. The other Supreme Elders wore similar looks of alarm, struggling to digest the revelation.
Li Shang’s eyes widened in disbelief. "That can’t be! They’re Void Tribulation realm powerhouses! What could possibly prevent them from intervening?"
Mo Yu stroked his long beard thoughtfully. "The Void Tribulation realm is a mystery, far beyond our comprehension. From the name alone, we can infer that it involves confronting a severe tribulation. Perhaps this very tribulation is what restricts their actions."
Ji Mingxiu and the other elders exchanged glances, a silent agreement passing between them. One by one, they nodded, lending weight to Mo Yu’s theory. Though the thought lingered that the two Void Tribulation powerhouses might be incapacitated, out of respect, no one voiced the concern.
"Thankfully, demons who reach the Third Step of the Cultivation Path can’t cross the Bottomless Abyss," Li Shang said after a pause, his tone firm. "Given the strength of our Immortal Martial Continent, we should stand strong."
However, Liu Mei, her face etched with concern, quickly tempered the growing optimism. "We shouldn’t celebrate too soon."
"While the Demon Race might not have Third Step demons for now, the future is uncertain. And we can’t ignore that their numbers remain unpredictable."
"Our Immortal Martial Continent has only a limited number of Dao Palace realm cultivators. If the Demon Race sends a large force of Dao Palace realm demons, disaster will be unavoidable." Her words carried a quiet but undeniable worry.
Nodding in agreement, Han Xu, his gaze serious, spoke up. "The wisest course of action is to unite all the powerhouses of the Immortal Martial Continent against this looming threat. The proposal from the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace to bring together the three major forces has become critical."
Ji Mingxiu, deep in thought, finally broke his silence. "It’s not just about the three main forces. We need to gather support from every corner of the Immortal Martial Continent."
"We must pool our resources and cultivate, or find, an individual with the greatest potential to reach the Third Step of the Cultivation Path."
"If the Demon Race attacks with a Third Step cultivator, no matter the size of our army, we would be helpless before their might."
"Even our hidden reserves of the Transcendence rank can’t stand up to the overwhelming power of a true Third Step cultivator," Ji Mingxiu concluded, his words leaving a heavy silence in the hall.
"The Holy Lord speaks wisely!" Mo Yu said, his expression serious. "We, of the older generation, have reached our limits. No amount of resources will push us beyond the Transcendence realm."
"We must invest in a young prodigy with unmatched potential."
"For me, Jiang Chen is the clear choice," Mo Yu declared, his gaze locking onto Jiang Chen.