Chapter 484: Prelude to the Great War

This is a war that must be won, but it will also be a brutal war.

Yang Jiuxiao knows well that Xiao Han will not intentionally let Tianlan Continent lose to the Outer Realm Evil Clan, but he also will not let the Tianlan side win too easily.

The greatest possibility is that the strength of the Outer Realm Evil Clan on the periphery of Tianlan Continent is extremely close to that of Tianlan Continent, and the best-case scenario is that the former is slightly inferior.

In a battlefield of intense clashes, even a powerhouse like him who ranks at the pinnacle of Tianlan cannot guarantee he will remain unscathed.

Without a doubt, this impending war is filled with coldness and bloodshed, yet it is also an unprecedented opportunity.

Regardless of whether the other side did it intentionally or unintentionally, this is both a war of vindication for Tianlan Continent and a form of screening; the objects of this screening are the lucky ones who stand out during the war.

To be able to have the last laugh in such a brutal war, one must certainly possess a considerable advantage in talent, strength, and even destiny; the tempering of a great war is an even greater wealth for one's life, and therefore, these people are excellent choices for the sect to absorb fresh blood.

For the living beings of Tianlan, if they can catch the eye of that person through this war and subsequently step into a higher-level world, they will undoubtedly have taken a much shorter path on the road of the strong.

This is a win-win choice; the only thing lost may be the lives of the losers.

However, how can there be a perfect solution in this world? A blood feud of thousands of years should be washed away with the blood of enemies, and the long-silent Tianlan needs a world-shaking battle to declare its rise.

Tianlan Hall.

Inside Qiantian Hall, the seven Great Elders gathered; the lineup of seven powerhouses at the late or even peak Nine Palaces Realm is enough to single-handedly sweep or even contend against the combined forces of any two or three first-rate powers, yet at this moment, they focused their gazes on the white-clothed man at the head, their eyes filled with respect.

The white-clothed man is naturally Xiao Han; before the great war breaks out, he will remain in Tianlan Hall, and with such a great senior sitting in command, the other side could not ask for more.

"Senior, I wonder when the Hall Master will be able to come out of seclusion?"

The Elder Yang Tian, who has had more dealings with Xiao Han, asked at the signal of the others.

Hearing this, Xiao Han put down the teacup in his hand and shook his head,

"I am not sure either."

"Controlling the Plane Spirit is full of uncertainties; it could be as short as a few days or as long as a year or half a year. Even in the Great Thousand World, such examples are rare and difficult to use as a reference."

"All I can do is give your Hall Master the corresponding method to help him successfully sense the Plane Spirit."

"Whether it succeeds or not depends on both the timing and the human factor."

"As of now, years of blockade and the erosion of the Outer Realm Evil Clan have already plunged Tianlan Continent into a huge crisis, and the energy concentration of the entire continent is declining; the Plane Spirit has a corresponding perception of this."

Therefore, it will instinctively look for an existence that can help it get rid of this unfavorable situation.

This is the timing!"

"As for the human factor..."

Xiao Han pondered for a moment before smiling confidently,

"Do you all still lack confidence in Hall Master Liu's talent, strength, and temperament?"

"Even in the worst-case scenario, Hall Master Liu would merely fail to gain the recognition of the Plane Spirit and be expelled; his safety is not at risk."

With Xiao Han having spoken to this extent, the Elders set their hearts at ease, then stood up and cupped their hands,

"Since the Hall Master is unharmed, please forgive us for taking our leave to prepare for the war."

"If Senior has any needs, just instruct the disciples of this hall."

"Please, everyone."

Watching Yang Tian and the other Elders leave the hall, Xiao Han glanced backward,

"Is it necessary?"

A purple-robed figure slowly appeared in the space behind him; it was none other than the Tianlan Hall Master Liu Qingyang, who had just been mentioned by the group. The two had conspired to cover up the news of the latter's seclusion.

"Yang Tian and the others rely on me too much; this point... is not good."

As the number one person in Tianlan Continent, Liu Qingyang has always been treated as the combat pillar of Tianlan Hall. In the impression of the Tianlan disciples, as long as the Tianlan Hall Master is still there, Tianlan Hall is invincible. This invisible reliance is something even Elders like Yang Tian cannot avoid.

"Tianlan Hall will eventually cease to exist, and they must also get used to the days when I, this Hall Master, am not around."

"Hey! You!"

Xiao Han sighed helplessly; he could guess the other's thoughts, clearly having prepared to disband Tianlan Hall after the war ends.

Or rather, the other is actually looking forward to it in his heart, hoping that when he is not around, Tianlan Hall can produce someone new to shoulder the burden, allowing him to leave with peace of mind.

This actually gave Xiao Han a hint of guilt for becoming the villain.

"Let's not mention this for now."

Xiao Han decisively changed the subject,

"How is your control over the Plane Spirit?"

"It's alright." Liu Qingyang felt the almost uncontrollable power within his body and revealed a joyful smile,

"Now I can use the power of the Plane Spirit to break through to the Ten Directions Realm at any time."

"Keep working hard; you are still far from it."

"Yes, thank you for your guidance, Senior."

Liu Qingyang had no intention of being complacent and stopping here. Currently, he and the Plane Spirit can only be considered collaborators; the Plane Spirit helps him break through his realm, and he helps the other party get rid of the crisis.

To become a true Plane Master and even manipulate Tianlan Continent to move through the Endless Void, he needs to make further breakthroughs.

"With the help of the Plane Spirit, Heavenly Sovereign is no longer a problem for you."

Xiao Han's tone was strange; he had come for the Plane Spirit, yet by a twist of fate, he had made a wedding dress for someone else.

"Thank you, Senior, for bestowing this opportunity."

By now, Liu Qingyang had also roughly guessed the reason why such a powerhouse as Xiao Han appeared in their godforsaken lower plane, and he was naturally grateful; the other party was truly generous to be willing to bestow such an opportunity upon him.

"It's fine, charity begins at home, after all!"

Listening to the implications in Xiao Han's words, Liu Qingyang was left between laughter and tears, and once again, for the umpteenth time, repeated his promise.

"Senior, please rest assured, this junior will certainly not go back on his word."

"Haha, that is good."

Xiao Han did not ask further and make himself a nuisance, ending the topic briskly.

"Senior, I wonder about that Mysterious Demon Emperor..."

At this moment, Liu Qingyang's solemn question also made Xiao Han put away his smile; his expression became composed as he lightly stroked his chin.

"Demon Emperors all possess some strange and peculiar abilities; I cannot guarantee that everything will be foolproof."

"I can only do my best to ensure the battlefield remains far away from Tianlan Continent."

"Therefore..."

Xiao Han's tone relaxed.

"You becoming a genuine Plane Master as soon as possible and relocating Tianlan Continent is the only proper path."

"That is no small feat!"

Liu Qingyang smiled bitterly, yet he did not decline. He understood that Xiao Han had already done everything he could; if he, as a local, did not put in the effort, then the entire continent deserved its misfortune.

Reality also allowed him no room for the slightest slack; after all, once Tianlan Continent suffered too great a loss, he, being bound to the Plane Spirit, would also pay a heavy price.

"You continue your secluded cultivation; I also have some preparations to make."

Leaving behind these words, Xiao Han's figure suddenly vanished.

"Respectfully sending off the senior!"

Liu Qingyang stared at the spot where Xiao Han had disappeared and bowed respectfully.

(End of this chapter)