Chapter 544: Novice Enemy Ally

As the fame of Beyond Heavens Longyuan Immortal Sect grew day by day, the sect's power also continually expanded.

Under the sect's careful cultivation, batch after batch of trained disciples had already acquired great strength, not only mastering profound cultivation methods, but also forging tenacious will and superb combat skills in actual combat.

In order to further consolidate the sect's power, Qin Shihuang, Longling and other sect high-ranking officials decided to dispatch these elite disciples to garrison near History Tiger City, to slay the enemies of hostile forces and ensure the sect's safety and stability.

After a sect assembly, Longling stood on the high platform, his gaze like a torch observing the neatly lined-up disciples below.

"Fellow disciples, you are the pride of Longyuan Immortal Sect, the future of the cultivation world. Today, we will send you to garrison near History Tiger City to face the enemies of hostile forces, and you will demonstrate the great strength of Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples."

"Remember, you are not only fighting, but also defending our homeland and faith."

His voice was resonant, transmitting into every cultivator's ears.

The disciples responded in unison, their eyes flashing with determination and anticipation.

They knew this was not merely a mission, but also an opportunity to prove themselves.

Under the blessings and encouragement of the sect elders, they embarked on the journey to the wasteland a thousand li beyond History Tiger City.

Here the terrain is perilous, resources abundant, and it has long been a contested ground for military strategists.

With the arrival of Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples, the defensive strength of the wasteland was greatly enhanced.

Soon after, the enemies of the hostile forces, the cultivators of Heifeng Sect, as usual, attempted to sneak in nearby to cause destruction.

They thought the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples were merely inexperienced newcomers, not to be feared.

However, they were wrong.

When the Heifeng Sect cultivators stealthily approached History Tiger City, the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples had already laid out a heavenly net and earthly trap.

They used a newly restored ancient formation to lure the enemy into a carefully designed trap.

With the activation of the formation, beams of light shot up into the sky, forming a huge light barrier that trapped the Heifeng Sect cultivators inside.

The Heifeng Sect cultivators panicked; they tried to break through the light barrier, but found it extremely solid, their attacks sinking like a stone in the sea, having no effect.

At that moment, Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples surged forth from all directions, their silhouettes like ghosts, swift and silent.

The battle was about to erupt.

The Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples displayed their great strength.

Their magic treasures radiated dazzling light, each swing accompanied by the sound of tearing space.

Their sword techniques, fist techniques, and magic arts all displayed profound cultivation level and exquisite skill.

A Longyuan Immortal Sect disciple, holding a iridescent longsword, the sword tip trembling slightly, produced countless sword images, encircling a Heifeng Sect cultivator completely.

That cultivator felt sword light coming from all directions, with no way to avoid, only able to endure it head-on.

However, the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciple's sword technique was exquisitely marvelous; a single sword strike tore through space, aiming straight at the vital point, and that Heifeng Sect cultivator only managed to let out a miserable cry before collapsing to the ground.

Another disciple unleashed the Longyuan Immortal Sect's secret art — Dragon Chant Nine Heavens.

He formed hand seals, chanted incantations, and suddenly layers of dark clouds gathered in the sky, thunder rumbling.

With his loud shout, bolts of lightning like dragons descended from the heavens, directly striking the Heifeng Sect cultivators' formation, throwing them into disarray.

In the battle, the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples displayed their strong teamwork ability.

They formed groups of three or five, mutually supporting and coordinating, forming an impeccable whole.

Each attack surged like a tide, each defense stood firm like a boulder.

Under the fierce attacks of the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples, the Heifeng Sect cultivators suffered successive defeats, their hearts filled with fear and despair.

They never imagined the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples could be so strong; each attack left them feeling powerless to resist.

The battle lasted several hours, ultimately ending in a crushing defeat for the Heifeng Sect cultivators.

The Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples not only succeeded in slaying the enemies of hostile forces, but also demonstrated their strong will in battle.

After the battle ended, the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples stood on the battlefield, his silhouette appearing especially tall in the sunset's glow.

This victory was not only proof of their personal strength, but also a display of Longyuan Immortal Sect's strength.

Soon, Longyuan Immortal Sect's standing in the cultivation world became more secure, and its fame grew even greater.

As for those disciples who sacrificed in battle, Longyuan Immortal Sect granted them the highest honor and deepest mourning.

Their brave performance in battle will be remembered by all Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples, becoming a motivating force driving them forward.

Over time, the Longyuan Immortal Sect disciples, stationed in the garrison mission near History Tiger City, repeatedly achieved remarkable feats, not only successfully resisting the incursions of hostile forces, but also continually growing and progressing in battle.

Their strength has become Longyuan Immortal Sect's most precious wealth, and also the solid foundation for the sect's establishment in the cultivation world.

As the power of Beyond Heavens Longyuan Immortal Sect grew day by day, the balance of the cultivation world was quietly broken.

Some ill-intentioned forces eyed Longyuan Immortal Sect's cultivation cloning technology, using as a pretext the sects that had fallen due to cloning technology, secretly allied, and prepared to launch a decisive battle against the disciples of History Tiger City.

Their aim was not only to destroy Longyuan Immortal Sect, but also to seize that cultivation cloning technology capable of reversing heaven and altering fate.

At the fringe of History Tiger City, a dark current surged.

Several powerful forces' cultivators secretly gathered, clad in black robes, masks covering their faces, revealing only a pair of eyes full of malice.

These cultivators came from different sects, yet shared the common goal of destroying Beyond Heavens Longyuan Immortal Sect and seizing cultivation cloning technology.

"The rise of Longyuan Immortal Sect has threatened our interests; their technology must be destroyed, otherwise our sect cannot survive." A hoarse voice sounded in the darkness, an elder of the Ten Thousand Poison Sect, one of the initiators of this action.

"We cannot let them continue to exist; their power has already exceeded our control." Another voice echoed in agreement, an envoy from the Netherworld Sect, which is famed for assassination and poison techniques in the cultivation world.

The alliance of these forces was not only due to the threat of Longyuan Immortal Sect, but also because of their yearning for cultivation cloning technology.

They hoped that through this technology, their sect would obtain eternal life, thereby securing an invincible position in the cultivation world.

Within History Tiger City, the disciples of Beyond Heavens Longyuan Immortal Sect were unaware that a storm was approaching.

They continued to train diligently in the training grounds, or to peruse ancient texts in the library, or to forge magic treasures in the refining chamber.

The sect's high-ranking officials were also secretly plotting how to further expand the sect's influence and how to better utilize cultivation cloning technology.

However, at that very moment, a scout rushed into the council hall, his face filled with panic.

"Sect Leader, something grave has happened!" the scout panted, clearly having ridden all the way here.

Qin Shi Huang furrowed his brow; he knew that if there were no major matter, the scout would not be so flustered.

"What's the matter, so panicked?" Qin Shi Huang asked in a deep voice.

"Sect Leader, we discovered a large number of unknown cultivators' traces outside the city; they seem to be gathering, targeting our Lihu City directly." The scout's voice trembled slightly.

Longling and True Person Ziyang exchanged a glance; they knew this might be an unprecedented crisis.

"Immediately strengthen the city defenses, summon all elders and disciples, prepare for battle." Qin Shi Huang issued the order decisively.

Following Qin Shi Huang's order, the entire Lihu City immediately entered a state of combat readiness.

The disciples quickly gathered, and the elders began setting up defensive formations.

Outside the city, rays of light rose one after another; that was the Longyuan Immortal Sect's city-protecting grand formation activating.

On the city wall, Longling held a long sword, his eyes like lightning; he knew this battle would be a life-and-death showdown.

"You are all the elite of the Longyuan Immortal Sect; today's battle concerns the sect's survival—we must give our all to defend our homeland." He turned to the disciples beside him and said.

The disciples responded in unison, their eyes filled with determination and courage.

Just then, a deafening roar suddenly came from the sky.

Only see, masses of cultivators like dark clouds surged toward Lihu City from all directions.

Their speed was extremely fast; in the blink of an eye they reached outside the city.

"Attack!" the elder of the Myriad Poison Sect shouted, and countless spells and treasures poured down like a rainstorm onto Lihu City.

The Longyuan Immortal Sect's city-protecting grand formation immediately activated, forming a solid barrier of light outside the city to block the enemy's attacks.

However, the enemy's assault was too fierce, and the formation's light began to dim.

"All disciples, prepare to counterattack!" Longling bellowed, pointing his sword toward the sky.

The disciples immediately responded, their treasures and spells blasting toward the enemy. For a moment, the sky shone with light, and explosions rang out continuously.

The battle was extraordinarily fierce, both sides fighting with all their might.

Although the disciples of the Longyuan Immortal Sect were few in number, their combat strength was extremely strong—each could take on ten opponents.

Meanwhile, the allied forces, though numerous, lacked coordination; they often fought individually.

On the city wall, Longling, True Person Ziyang, and others were also dueling with the enemy's experts.

Their cultivation levels were profound; every move and style contained immense power.

Although the enemy's experts were also strong, they appeared somewhat powerless before Longling and the others.

"You rabble, do you think sheer numbers can conquer my Lihu City?" Longling snorted coldly; his sword suddenly blazed with blinding light, and with a single strike he cleaved an enemy expert in half.

True Person Ziyang then unleashed his ultimate technique—the Ziyang Divine Palm—each strike could send the enemy's treasures flying, even directly injuring the foe.

Just as the battle entered its fiercest phase, a long howl suddenly came from the sky.

Only see, a group of cultivators clad in golden battle armor descended from the heavens; their speed was extreme, and in the blink of an eye they joined the fight.

"It's reinforcements from the Longyuan Immortal Alliance!" Longling exclaimed joyfully.

The arrival of these reinforcements instantly changed the battlefield; their strength was immense, and they quickly suppressed the enemy's offensive.

"Allies of the Longyuan Immortal Alliance, thank you for coming!" Longling said to the leader of the reinforcements.

"The Longyuan Immortal Sect is our ally; we naturally won't stand by and do nothing." The reinforcement leader said heroically.

With the reinforcements' help, the disciples of the Longyuan Immortal Sect's morale soared.

They began to launch a counterattack, pushing the enemy back step by step.

The enemy's offensive was completely suppressed; they began to collapse. Seeing the situation turn bad, the Myriad Poison Sect's elder immediately ordered a retreat.

"Retreat!" His voice carried a hint of reluctance.

The enemy cultivators began to flee in all directions, but their speed could not compare to that of the Longyuan Immortal Sect's disciples and the reinforcements.

Many were caught and slain on the spot.

The battle finally ended; although Lihu City suffered severe damage, it ultimately held firm.

The disciples of the Longyuan Immortal Sect were exhausted, but their eyes were filled with the joy of victory.

"Although we won this battle, it also exposed our weaknesses." Qin Shi Huang said at the post-battle summary meeting, "We must strengthen the sect's defenses and also strengthen alliances with other sects."

Longling nodded in agreement: "Not bad; this battle also showed us the importance of reinforcements."

"We cannot always rely on our own strength; we must establish tighter connections with other sects."

True Person Ziyang then proposed a suggestion: "We can set up an early-warning system; as soon as we detect any movement of hostile forces, we immediately notify all allies to respond together."

"This suggestion is excellent; we can start implementing it right away." Qin Shi Huang nodded.

After this battle, the disciples of the Celestial Longyuan Immortal Sect became more united, knowing that only by standing together can they survive in the cultivation world.

Meanwhile, the sect's high-level officials began implementing new plans, aiming to make the Longyuan Immortal Sect stronger—not only to establish a foothold in the cultivation world, but to become the leader of the Tianji Shengyu cultivation world.

In the days to come, the Celestial Longyuan Immortal Sect will continue to develop; its disciples will train in various major secret realms, and their strength will continually increase.

And the sect's reputation will grow ever louder with their efforts.

As for those hostile forces, although they lost this time, they will not simply give up.

The struggles of the cultivation world will never cease, but the Longyuan Immortal Sect has made preparations and will face any challenge.

In this decisive battle, the Celestial Longyuan Immortal Sect not only defended its homeland but also earned the respect of the cultivation world.

With their strength and courage, they proved they are a force not to be ignored in the cultivation world.

With the battle's end, the Huanyu forces' joint attack ended in failure, but their shocking battle results still caused a huge shock in the cultivation world.

This battle was not merely a contest of strength, but also a comparison of wisdom and courage.

The Longyuan Immortal Sect's victory not only consolidated its standing in the cultivation world but also prompted other sects to reassess their relationship with it.

After the battle, the sect leaders of the Huanyu forces gathered in a hidden valley, their faces grim and the atmosphere heavy.

They had not expected the Longyuan Immortal Sect's strength to be so great, nor did they anticipate the appearance of reinforcements from the Longyuan Immortal Alliance.

"We underestimated the Longyuan Immortal Sect; its strength far exceeds our imagination." The sect leader of the Myriad Poison Sect said in a deep voice, a flicker of fear crossing his eyes.

"We must reassess our strategy; this defeat is a huge blow to our sect." said the envoy of the Netherworld Sect, his tone carrying a hint of unwillingness.

These sect leaders knew that their sect had suffered heavy losses from this defeat, many elite disciples had fallen in battle, and the sect's morale had also suffered a severe blow.

At the same time, the high-level members of the Longyuan Immortal Sect were also reflecting on this battle.

Although they had won the victory, they also paid a considerable price.

Many disciples were injured in the battle, and some disciples had even left forever.

"We must learn lessons from this battle and strengthen our defense and early-warning systems." Qin Shi Huang said in the sect's council hall.

"The disciples showed extraordinary courage and wisdom in battle, but also revealed some shortcomings." Longling added, "We need to strengthen the disciples' practical training and improve their combat skills."