Chapter 1349: Immortal Realm Turmoil, The Beginning of the Great War - Part 2
Chapter 1349: Immortal Realm Turmoil, The Beginning of the Great War – Part 2
Time flowed relentlessly amidst these turbulent undercurrents.
Even when calamities suddenly erupted in certain parts of the Immortal Realm, they rarely drew attention from the major forces, as many had become numb to such occurrences.
However, as the days of relative calm stretched on, signs of the approaching great disaster became clearer, with scattered tribulations increasingly erupting in various locations.
Even within the territory of the Loose Cultivator Alliance, tribulation energy finally manifested, bringing disaster in its wake.
Fortunately, Jiang Chengxuan was still stationed within the Loose Cultivator Alliance at the time.
The moment the tribulation erupted, he sensed it immediately and swiftly rushed to the affected area. With a display of overwhelming power, he suppressed the tribulation energy at lightning speed, preventing further damage.
However, this tribulation served as a reminder to everyone.
Now, with calamities erupting across nearly every corner of the Immortal Realm, the true arrival of the great disaster seemed closer than ever.
In response, the Loose Cultivator Alliance and its allied forces promptly convened meetings, strengthening their defenses and strategies against the growing calamities.
“Senior Jiang is currently in seclusion, and Elder Yuanhan has yet to return. You must all remain vigilant and take nothing lightly.”
Within the council hall, Shen Ruyan’s voice was cold as she reminded the gathered members.
Upon hearing her, everyone nodded in agreement, not daring to object.
When Jiang Chengxuan was in seclusion, Shen Ruyan was entrusted with managing the sect’s affairs. Over time, her reputation within the Loose Cultivator Alliance had steadily risen, earning her deep respect.
First, she was one of the earliest elders of the Loose Cultivator Alliance and had deep seniority.
Second, after refining the Heavenly Tribulation Lightning, Shen Ruyan’s strength was second only to the Celestial Lords, making her a core figure in the sect.
Third, with Jiang Chengxuan standing behind her, that alone was enough to quell any dissent.
“Elder Shen, I have something to report.”
Breaking the silence, one elder spoke up, addressing Shen Ruyan.
Shen Ruyan looked up, her gaze falling on the elder responsible for intelligence gathering. She nodded slightly and said, “Elder Lü, what is it? Please speak.”
The attention of the entire council hall shifted toward Elder Lü, waiting for him to continue.
Elder Lü’s expression grew more serious as he began to speak in a deep voice, “Recently, we’ve received some noteworthy news from the Central Continent.”
“According to our sources, several forces in the Central Continent have, for reasons that remain unclear, started engaging in warfare. The conflict has escalated, and now the flames of war are spreading wider by the day.”
“Several True Immortal factions have already been drawn into the conflict.”
This statement immediately caused the atmosphere in the council hall to grow heavier.
War had finally broken out in the Immortal Realm, and multiple True Immortal factions had already been drawn into the fray.
The scale of this conflict was undeniably terrifying.
In normal times, wars between immortal sects were rare. Even when conflicts arose, they typically involved only a few sects and rarely resulted in widespread bloodshed.
After all, who would willingly become a casualty in a conflict, allowing others to profit from the aftermath?
But this time was different. The involvement of several True Immortal factions alone was enough to indicate the gravity of the situation.
Even though the conflict had not yet reached the Loose Cultivator Alliance, there was little cause for celebration.
Under the influence of tribulation energy, many immortals would inevitably be drawn into disaster in various ways. This growing conflict could be considered one of the many signs of the great disaster.
“Do we have any more detailed information?”
After a moment of silence, Shen Ruyan asked again.
Hearing this, Elder Lü nodded and stroked his beard before continuing, “The conflict began between two factions—the Buyun Immortal Sect and the Panyu Immortal Sect.”
“Our scouts have discovered that the two sides clashed over the ownership of a treasured land, which led to an escalating dispute and a battle between powerful members of both sects.”
“Eventually, even several True Immortal cultivators from both sides joined the fight, turning the skies dark with their battle.”
“Amidst the fierce fighting, two other immortal sects—who had lost their homes to tribulation and were roaming the region—suddenly joined the fray. Taking advantage of the chaos, they attempted to claim the treasured land for themselves.”
“At this point, nearly ten True Immortals have become involved, leading to a full-scale war.”
“None of the four factions are willing to back down, and all have committed their full strength.”
Hearing this, the gathered elders of the Loose Cultivator Alliance gasped in shock.
Nearly ten True Immortal cultivators involved in a single battle!
Such a conflict hadn’t been seen in tens of thousands of years!
This war was far more terrifying than anyone had anticipated.
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Meanwhile, in the Central Continent of the Immortal Realm.
Liuyun Immortal Valley.
This valley, located in the Central Continent, was known for its abundant flowing clouds, resembling a vast river of clouds, with boundless immortal energy filling the air. It was from this phenomenon that the valley took its name.
Liuyun Immortal Valley had one particularly unusual feature that made it famous.
The entire valley was composed of a cloud-like material that constantly shifted and moved, without any discernible pattern, following the mysterious flow of the heavens.
However, it was precisely this trait that had made Liuyun Immortal Valley the spark for a war.
In the Central Continent, every inch of land was precious and controlled by various immortal sects.
Liuyun Immortal Valley, due to its shifting nature, would sometimes drift into the territory of one sect and other times into another, with no permanent ownership.
For tens of thousands of years, there was a tacit understanding between the two neighboring sects that controlled the area. Neither side sought to forcibly claim the valley, and both developed the land according to the will of the heavens.
But as the great disaster approached, this balance was shattered.
With the looming threat of calamity and the valley’s abundant resources, it became an irresistible prize for both sects.
Thus, when the Buyun Immortal Sect saw Liuyun Immortal Valley drift into its territory, it quickly began constructing grand halls and setting up formations to seize the land.
The Panyu Immortal Sect, having long kept watch, immediately discovered their actions.
In a fit of rage, they dispatched two of their True Immortal elders, along with many disciples, to forcibly enter Buyun Immortal Sect’s territory and reclaim the valley.
The Buyun Immortal Sect, prepared and resolute, refused to back down, with their own True Immortal experts standing guard.
The tension was palpable, and the slightest spark could ignite a full-blown war.
Under the subtle influence of tribulation energy, both sides became increasingly agitated, with sharp words exchanged and tempers flaring.
Without any further reason needed, the battle erupted in an instant.
True Immortal cultivators from both sides unleashed their treasures, turning the Liuyun Immortal Valley into a battlefield that shook the heavens.
The Panyu Immortal Sect, fearing treachery, immediately mobilized the majority of their forces to support their elders.
This, in turn, prompted the Buyun Immortal Sect to deploy all of its strength, flooding the valley with its forces.
The once-vast valley was quickly filled with combatants, with immortal cultivators standing on every cloud, their powers clashing like a storm of lightning.
At this point, neither side was intent on complete annihilation.
But just as the bloodshed intensified, two powerful but unfamiliar factions, led by True Immortals, suddenly entered the fray.
These two factions, displaced by tribulation and seeking refuge, saw an opportunity in the chaos and aimed to seize the valley for themselves.
Their intervention threw the battle into complete disarray.