Chapter 1631: 1284: Preparations (Part 2)

Chapter 1631: Chapter 1284: Preparations (Part 2)

Back then, Ziwei disclosed the news of the two-world war to representatives of various factions in the Heavenly Court, but those of demonic origin were excluded!

Thus, the Demonic Tao was initially completely unaware, but later realized something was amiss with the Immortal Tao, Devil Race, and Sea Clan.

After all, when these three forces simultaneously withdrew and adopted defensive stances, it was highly suspicious.

With just a bit of investigation, the Demonic Tao got the answer.

The news spread to countless forces and cultivators; it was no longer a secret.

“There are still over a hundred years till the war. Does anyone have any thoughts? Are there any volunteers for the vanguard?”

Although the Demonic Tao is notorious, it’s also part of the Primal Spirit Realm. If in the war, the Primal Spirit Realm loses, they wouldn’t have a good end either, so they wanted to contribute their share of strength.

The scene was silent! Not a single Demon Cultivator responded.

They would expend their power and fight for the Primal Spirit Realm once the war erupted, but none were willing to brave the perilous dangers.

“In that case, let’s prepare well for the ensuing war.”

Not only the Demonic Tao, but the Immortal Tao, Divine Path, Devil Race, Sea Clan… all major factions began frequent discussions.

With the war imminent, they no longer concealed as before, which led Loose Cultivators to detect traces and sense something amiss.

Those high-ranking Loose Cultivators set out, visiting major forces, wanting to know what exactly was going to happen.

Even the Li family welcomed a Loose Immortal from the realm!

“Greetings, Senior Jing Hong.”

This individual held considerable fame within Loose Cultivators, and Li Xiuyuan had heard of his name.

“Clan Leader Li is courteous. I come unannounced because I have a request; now with forces frequently acting, purchasing various Spiritual Objects at high prices, has something major happened?”

“Since Senior Jing Hong has spoken, I naturally won’t conceal…” Li Xiuyuan directly told him about the two-world war.

Anyway, less than a hundred years remained; it was time to lay cards on the table, with no need for continued concealment.

“A two-world war!”

Jing Hong’s expression halted, his face turned pale. He initially thought it was a calamity within the Primal Spirit Realm, where major factions engaged in slaughter; in such a case, he could retreat to a corner, waiting out the calamity.

But with a two-world war, avoidance wasn’t a long-term option.

For Heavenly Dao wouldn’t allow him to hide!

The greater the ability, the greater the responsibility; as an Earth Immortal with considerable strength, how could Heavenly Dao overlook him?

“Thank Clan Leader Li for informing; I won’t disturb you longer, farewell.”

With few other thoughts now, he could only seize the remaining time to prepare various Spiritual Objects, boosting his survival ability.

“Senior Jing Hong, did the Li family inform you of the matter?”

Outside Mount Wanxian, a group of Loose Cultivators waiting long surrounded him.

Jing Hong looked at this weak group of Loose Cultivators, silently thinking, after this battle, Loose Cultivators might hardly survive!

“Ah!”

Sighing, he revealed the truth.

“With over a hundred years remaining, do your utmost to boost your strength.”

After speaking, he ignored the stunned Loose Cultivators and turned into Spirit Light, vanishing over the horizon.

When the news of the two-world war went public, many Loose Cultivators initially froze as if immobilized, taking a while to recover.

Among them, some chose to urgently boost strength; some chose to thoroughly abandon, indulging in endless luxury.

Some turned to Demonic Tao for fast enhancement of cultivation and strength, others fell into despair, feeling no way out, and sought to drag others down!

The first two wouldn’t cause much damage nearby, but the latter two would disrupt the stable environment, hindering all beings’ final push.

In response, various forces would surely suppress them fully, not allowing any chance for chaos.

The entire Primal Spirit Realm fell into silence, as if all beings were focused on cultivation, yet beneath calm waters lay immense pressure and surging undercurrents!

Awaiting eruption at any moment!

…

In the vast starry sky, the brightest region was the position of the Beidou Star System.

“Since the news is fully spread, openly summon those willing to join the vanguard,” the voice of Lord Doumu echoed from unknown origins.

“Understood, father.”

Ziwei unhesitatingly accepted, transforming into purple light disappearing, returning to the Heavenly Court.

“With the two-world war approaching, we now openly summon vanguard members, cultivation requiring Earth Immortal Realm; you must traverse a lengthy void, facing various dangers, all of which must be faced alone, assistance isn’t guaranteed…”

The detailed summon content aimed to deter weak beings, avoiding trouble during participation.

“Those volunteering for the vanguard may gather at the South Heavenly Gate of the Heavenly Court in one hundred and nine years!”

Upon knowing, Li Zhirui etched this in memory, even crafting a simple Magic Artifact to remind himself, avoiding missing the time.

“Jiu, are you planning to join the vanguard?”

One day, Li Zhixuan came visiting.

Li Zhirui nodded, countering: “You’re not planning to join?”

“Earlier, I obtained two Chaos Spiritual Objects in the void, intending to integrate them into Mysterious Sword after returning home, enhancing my Life-bound Magic Treasure’s power, yet the refinement difficulty was unexpectedly high.”

Li Zhixuan sighed, continuing: “I estimate I can’t accomplish it before the vanguard sets out! I can only choose to abandon.”

With most of her strength residing in Mysterious Sword, if unavailable, her combat decreased, lacking complete assurance to cross the void safely.

Receiving Li Zhirui’s help notwithstanding, as an Earth Immortal himself, securing his own survival was difficult enough, how could he shield others?

Thus staying with family, quickly upgrading the Life-bound Magic Treasure, awaiting the war to shine on the battlefield!

“Well, having an Earth Immortal in the family can provide security in case of emergency.”

Li Zhirui worried earlier that if both joined the vanguard, Mount Wanxian wouldn’t have guardians; danger would leave them helpless.

Now hearing Li Zhixuan unable to join, he felt relieved.

Ignoring empty talk of unity against foes, some are indeed foolish and malicious!

“I shall return now.”

His words barely ended before vanishing.

Li Zhirui hadn’t taken this to heart, immediately focusing, continuing to absorb Spiritual Energy and refine pills alternately.

Time flew; a hundred years felt fleeting.

Throughout these years, he couldn’t even count the variety of pills refined, from Earth Immortal Grade Immortal Pills to Level One Spirit Pills, all crafted in abundance.

Below Loose Immortal Grade Spirit Pills, Li Zhirui reserved for the family, allotting Human Immortal Grade and Earth Immortal Grade Immortal Pills to Li Zhixuan, Jiang Fengwu, and others.

“Ancestor Rui, so many pills…” Li Xiuyuan, accepting the Storage Magical Treasure, was stunned by the nearly filled jade bottles inside.

“Consider it a token of goodwill from an ancestor to the clan.”

Li Zhirui smiled, saying, “The time has come; I ought to set out!”

As he departed, a breathless and pale Jiang Fengwu hurriedly approached, offering an Array Plate:

“Zhirui, this is the Array Plate I organized and refined from comprehending the thirty-six gates Great Array. Though only Human Immortal Grade, its defensive power is comparable to an Earth Immortal Grade Great Array. Surely you can utilize it.”

“Great!”

Li Zhirui had earlier left numerous Immortal Pills at Jiang Fengwu’s Cave Mansion. Without seeing her then, he hadn’t expected her preparations for him.

“With your array, I’m more confident returning safely!”