Upon hearing Lu Pingâs thoughts, Lu Yuanshan pondered for a moment and found them reasonable.
He informed Xu Yi and swiftly left the place, worried that more Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators might come and cause trouble.
Better to avoid trouble if possible.
The two flew several miles southwest before discussing and starting a simple exploration in the area.
To see if thereâs anything unusual around here.
At this moment, a dialogue box popped up before Lu Ping.
[Completed experience task, successfully reinforced Xu Yi in the Crane Cry Mountain Range, resolving his crisis]
[Task Reward: Reputation 800, Three-star Li Fire Celestial Sword Talisman Ă1]
Task complete, Lu Ping glanced at it but didnât pay much attention for now.
At this moment, Lu Pingâs mind was focused on the Crane Cry Mountain Range.
Right now, Lu Ping extended his divine sense and conducted a survey of the surroundings.
Thanks to this exploration and Lu Pingâs powerful divine sense, he soon made a discovery.
In an unobtrusive small mountain range to the east of Crane Cry Mountain Range, Lu Ping spotted several Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators.
There were six Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators in total.
Five Qi cultivators.
Plus one late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator.
"Hmm? Whatâs going on here?"
There were Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators in the area, led by Ling Chaohai, a Crystallization Stage great cultivator, which piqued Lu Pingâs interest in the situation.
Observing the cultivators for a moment, Lu Ping quickly noticed something that made his face show a hint of surprise.
In that small mountain range, the late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator was using a flying sword to fiercely attack a cliff.
Soon, red markings appeared in the cliff.
These markings werenât sword marks left by the flying sword attacks but were materials already present within the cliff.
This is... a mineral!
Lu Ping, well-versed in these matters, immediately floated closer to the cliff to scrutinize the exposed fiery red minerals.
"Tier Four Middle Grade spiritual ore, Fire Radiance Stone!"
Recognizing the origin of the mineral instantly, Lu Pingâs eyes shone.
"Hahaha, weâve truly encountered a significant opportunity now!"
Nearby, the conversation of several Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators arose at this moment.
"Elder Lin, Elder Xu really wasnât wrong; thereâs indeed a Fire Radiance Stone vein here."
Lin Heqing, referred to as Elder Lin, looked serious and glanced around.
"This matter is crucial; a Tier Four ore vein isnât something ordinary people can handle."
With this, Lin Heqing inquired, "Apart from that Cyan Mountain Sect disciple appearing earlier, has anyone else shown up in this vicinity?"
"Hehe, none for now; weâve only found that one so far."
"Hmm, with a Tier Four ore vein here, any cultivator from external factions or loose cultivators, except those from our sect, should be eliminated if possible."
"Necessary to kill and silence the news of the vein, only then can we mine it here."
Listening for a while, Lu Ping understood the reason for Xu Yiâs pursuit.
Even if Xu Yi hadnât discovered the vein, the Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators wanted to kill him here to prevent the news of the vein from leaking out and attracting other factions to compete.
After evaluating the Fire Radiance Stone vein for a while, Lu Ping soon communicated this to Lu Yuanshan.
The leading party was just one late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, and the other five were unmistakably Qi cultivators.
Since the Heaven-Facing Sect struck first, itâs permissible to respond in kind and attempt to take the vein.
Receiving Lu Pingâs communication and learning of the reason for Xu Yiâs pursuit, due to a Tier Four vein discovered in Crane Cry Mountain Range, Lu Yuanshan was utterly surprised.
A vein is a tremendous resource.
The Fire Radiance Stone vein previously owned by Cyan Mountain Sect significantly boosted the sectâs economic growth.
Learning now that this is a Tier Four vein, two grades higher than the Fire Source Stone vein, Lu Yuanshan was tempted to seize it.
However, he considered that the Heaven-Facing Sect is a Golden Core Sect, and Cyan Mountain Sect should avoid provoking it easily.
"No worries, since theyâre the ones who intend to kill our disciples, shouldnât we retaliate?"
Sensing Lu Yuanshanâs apprehension, Lu Ping spoke calmly, with a hint of chill in his tone.
"With father here, the Heaven-Facing Sect wonât bully Cyan Mountain Sect."
This Tier Four Fire Radiance Stone vein interested Lu Ping in capturing it.
With this vein, Cyan Mountain Sectâs economic development could soar significantly.
However, the veinâs exact size and how long it can be mined need thorough investigation.
Upon receiving Lu Pingâs communication, Lu Yuanshan and Xu Yi hurried towards the Fire Radiance Stone veinâs location.
They soon arrived, immediately spotting the six Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators stationed here.
Five Qi cultivators and one Foundation Establishment cultivator, such an arrangement seemed easy for Lu Yuanshan to completely eliminate.
But, are there hidden Heaven-Facing Sect cultivators nearby?
Because previously, a Crystallization Stage great cultivator did appear.
This Tier Four vein should have made Heaven-Facing Sect dispatch strong forces to guard it.
Contemplating this, Lu Yuanshan dared not act recklessly and asked Xu Yi to accompany him, hiding behind a rock to silently observe.
"Yuanshan, we can act now, no need to be so cautious."
Lu Ping had already extended his divine sense, rechecked the area, knowing the situation accurately.
There really were no other cultivators stationed here.
Judging by Heaven-Facing Sect cultivatorsâ actions, any cultivator or mortal from other factions appearing here would immediately be silenced.
Thus, only Lu Yuanshan and Xu Yi remained as cultivators in the vicinity.
Of course, Lu Ping wasnât included in this.
"Father, youâre full of divine techniques; are there other cultivators nearby?"
"I think this place isnât simple, fearing an ambush."
Lu Yuanshan glanced around, planning to attempt deploying his divine sense for a thorough exploration.
"Overthinking."
Lu Ping calmly transmitted: "Father already checked for you, no other cultivators appeared."
"Donât hesitate, act nowâdelay longer, and we canât ensure other cultivators wonât arrive."
Hearing Lu Pingâs order, Lu Yuanshan saw no reason to hesitate.
Heaven-Facing Sect already acted against Cyan Mountain Sect; no need to worry about offending them now.
Even if Cyan Mountain Sect refrains from acting now, after Xu Ce and the others are slain and Lin Qinghe returns the news to Heaven-Facing Sect, Cyan Mountain Sect will still be seen as having provoked them.
What is there to fear now?