Chapter 297 - 255: Golden Core Council, Campaign Against the Eight Rivers! (Double-Length) (Part 2)
Chapter 297: Chapter 255: Golden Core Council, Campaign Against the Eight Rivers! (Double-Length) (Part 2)
Gu Yuan’s heart warmed slightly, and he nodded, indicating the successful refinement of the Sword Pill.
The Sword Fox Immortal’s charming eyes immediately showed a look of relief, and then he glanced at Master Xuan Guang with an exploring gaze.
Gu Yuan and Master Xuan Guang arriving together was already a strong signal to those with insight.
But before Gu Yuan had a chance to explain, Su Family’s Master Biyun spoke first, congratulating him:
"Junior Brother Gu, congratulations on the successful creation of your Sword Pill, with anomalies connecting the skies. From today, our Daoist School has gained another Golden Core Sword Cultivator!"
"In my Spirit Peak, there are still some Sword Dao Profound Skills. Why not visit my peak another day?"
Before Gu Yuan could respond, Master Xuan Guang rushed to speak: "Junior Brother Gu practices Junior Sister Fox’s Boundless Sword Scripture. The sword light divides endlessly and is an extraordinary skill. How could he be interested in your ordinary sword technique?"
Hearing this, Gu Yuan only remained silent, tacitly agreeing with Master Xuan Guang’s words.
Seeing this, Master Biyun’s expression immediately turned somewhat unsightly.
"Alright, although Junior Brother Gu’s attainment of the Sword Pill is worth celebrating, we did not gather here today for this, but to discuss the Eight Rivers Alliance of the Demon Race!"
Master Tiandou lightly coughed, interrupting the conversation between the two.
"The Eight Rivers Alliance grows increasingly intense, clashing with our disciples continuously. There is magical combat every day on the Great Marsh front line. Continuing like this is not a solution."
"Whether to fight or make peace, we must come up with a plan today!"
Master Tiandou’s gaze swept around, looking at the Golden Cores present in the hall.
"Our Daoist School has a legacy of ten thousand years; we cannot let it lose its might!"
"Senior Brother, in my opinion, we must fight!"
"The Six Ren Golden Book of Alchemy is a Heavenly Gifted Technique practiced by our school’s disciples. If we retreat, wouldn’t our disciples be disgruntled and lose faith in our Daoist School?"
"As seniors, we naturally must plan for our disciples and for the continuity of the Daoist School!"
Just as Master Tiandou finished speaking, Master Xuan Guang spoke out loudly.
"Senior Brother’s words are absolutely right, this battle cannot be retreated!"
As soon as Master Xuan Guang spoke, Feng Family’s Master of Mount Jing immediately agreed.
The other Golden Cores shared a glance, remaining silent but already consenting.
The temptation of the Six Ren Pill Scripture for Foundation Establishment Cultivators is too great. As seniors and ancestors, it’s impossible not to obstruct the disciples’ paths. Otherwise, how could they command respect?
Moreover, the Celestial Tribulation is difficult. By cultivating more late-stage Foundation Establishment young disciples and overcoming the difficulty of Golden Core with the "Gu Feeding Technique," there is more assurance.
"In that case, I will report to the Dean and mobilize forces to the Eight Rivers Alliance for a battle!"
This scene was long anticipated by Master Tiandou. He simply nodded slightly, indicating the decision was made.
"Mobilizing forces may be easy, but what plan should we use to face the Eight Rivers Alliance of the Demon Race?"
"The eight clans united, twelve Great Demons, possibly holding other means. They must not be underestimated!"
Master Tiandou sighed once more.
"The number of Great Demons in the Demon Race exceeds ours; thus, we must not allow them to unite!"
"In my opinion, we should attack them separately!"
"The grand formations of the Demon Race are far less intricate than our Daoist School’s. We should ride the Celestial Net Dharma Boats, each gathering disciples, and attack the Demon Race’s lairs separately to break their grand array!"
"In doing so, the Demon Race will surely become fearful, return separately, and be nothing more than a scattered mess, not worth fearing!"
Master Biyun of the Su Family immediately spoke, speaking very rapidly, evidently having prepared this plan long ago.
This strategy was quite timely, and Master Tiandou nodded slightly.
The so-called contest is just to play to strengths and avoid weaknesses.
The Demon Race’s Great Demons are more numerous and, if united, can support one another, which is quite troublesome.
However, if the battle is divided into smaller skirmishes, the Daoist School is more adept.
"According to Junior Brother’s view, how should the task of attack and defense be allocated?"
Master Tiandou asked, his gaze inadvertently glancing at Master Xuan Guang.
"It’s nothing more than speaking through strength. Among the eight clans, whoever can defeat which clan will naturally go to attack them to ensure nothing goes wrong."
"Senior Brother’s techniques are superb, so naturally, he should handle the Ink Flood Dragon Demon."
"Junior Brother, lacking in talent, has considerable knowledge about the Swaying Demoness’s methods. Taking on two is not out of my depth; I am willing to attack this clan!"
Master Biyun spoke aloud, standing up and requesting orders from Master Tiandou.
"Junior Brother’s words are incorrect. When it comes to insight into Fire Technique, who else in the Daoist School but me!"
"This demon should be mine to handle!"
Master Xuan Guang did not rise but spoke with full confidence.
"Senior Brother Xuan Guang, the Demon Race is not just some lifeless spirit ore you can easily deal with. Two Great Demons are not that easy to handle. If you fail, you will ruin our Daoist School’s grand plans!"
Master Biyun spoke coldly.
"Enough, there is no need to argue!"
"We are all of the same sect, why quarrel?"
"In our Daoist School’s discussions, everyone must be convinced, and every Junior Brother and Sister can speak freely."
Master Tiandou’s mana surged, interrupting the argument between the two and directly beginning the voting process.
"Senior Brother Xuan Guang possesses numerous treasures and should be able to slay the demoness!"
Feng Family’s Master of Mount Jing immediately spoke up.
"Not so, this demon is most suitable for Senior Brother Su to fight!"
Master Yanghua from Formless Peak immediately responded in rebuttal.
"Senior Brother Su should go!"
After a brief silence, Master Yanming from the Bian Family reluctantly spoke up.
Three to two.
Master Tiandou did not participate in the decision-making, instead directing his attention to Sword Fox Immortal.
Sword Fox Immortal’s pink eyes slightly shifted, turning to Gu Yuan.
For a moment, everyone’s gaze was fixed on Gu Yuan.
"Junior Brother Gu, think thrice before you act!"
Master Biyun couldn’t help but speak up.
But Sword Fox Immortal’s pink eyes slightly lifted, immediately looking at Master Biyun, with a cold intent in her gaze.
Seeing this, Master Biyun sighed deeply and could only remain silent.
"Senior Brother Xuan Guang’s Fire Technique is exceptional and should be the most suitable choice!"
Gu Yuan did not hesitate and immediately spoke.
"Junior Brother’s decision is my decision."
Sword Fox Immortal said calmly.
"Very well, according to Junior Brother Xuan Guang’s words, he is permitted to attack and subdue the Swaying Demoness!"
Master Tiandou’s voice turned serious, affirming the matter.
Then his gaze shifted, following up with the questions: "As for the other six clans, junior brothers and sisters, are you confident?"
This battle, although a divide-and-conquer strategy, the Demon Race is not without means. Winning decisively is still a dilemma.
It is possible there is personal risk of falling.
Master Xuan Guang desires the Swaying Golden Lotus, yet it depends on his own capabilities!
"The Three-Eyed Cyan Snake clan, riding wind and lightning, is countered by my Five Elements Technique. I can attack this clan."
"However, this clan is quite formidable, with two Great Demons. I may not be able to overpower them, but blocking them outside Spirit Island, preventing entry and exit, I should be able to manage."
Master of Mount Jing from the Feng Family slightly mused before speaking a second time.
He was a prodigy who passed the new Celestial Tribulation before Gu Yuan, possessing a Tier Three Star Spirit, sophisticated in his ways, able to contend with two foes.
"Then I shall go to keep an eye on the Golden-Horned Rhinoceros. This clan has only one Great Demon, I should be able to handle it..."
Master Yanming sighed slightly, speaking with a hint of helplessness.
Among the Golden Cores, his strength is considered weak, still lacking the capability to battle two foes at once.
"The Water Profound Deer has only one Great Demon, I can handle it!"
Master Yanghua from Formless Peak slightly pondered before speaking.
But at this moment, Sword Fox Immortal suddenly spoke: "The Water Profound Deer is weak and shallow in cultivation. Wouldn’t it be overqualified for Junior Brother Yanghua to choose this clan?"
"Why not choose the Black Water Infant Beast, this beast is perfect for Junior Brother to showcase his skills."
Upon hearing this, Master Yanghua glanced at Master Biyun, couldn’t help but chuckle lightly: "Junior Brother I am weak in power, truly hard to bear such a burden, to manage the Profound Water Deer, is already the limit..."
Sword Fox Immortal heard this, brows slightly furrowed, wanted to say more, but Master Biyun interrupted:
"Junior Sister Fox, why compel others? Invading Demon Island is done through consultation, if Junior Sister finds it inappropriate, it can be reconsidered, only then the matter of Senior Brother Xuan Guang attacking Demon Island might require further deliberation."
"Do you think Junior Brother Gu cannot handle the Black Water Infant Beast?"
While speaking, Master Biyun couldn’t help but glance at Gu Yuan.
Among the remaining demon clans, only the Iron-Producing Giant Demon, Primordial Crystal Crocodile, and Black Water Infant Beast remain.
The first two demons, are guarded by more than one Great Demon, definitely not something Gu Yuan, a newly promoted Golden Core, can deal with.
Left then is naturally only the Black Water Infant Beast.
But this beast is fierce and excels at using poison, more difficult to handle by threefold compared to the Profound Water Deer. Gu Yuan, a newly promoted Golden Core, might find it extremely challenging.
It is exactly for this reason that Sword Fox Immortal is quite worried.
"Though Junior Brother Gu is newly promoted Golden Core, he is the strongest Sword Cultivator with slaughter power, handling this beast, wouldn’t it be a piece of cake?"
"Junior Brother Gu, do you agree or not?"
Master Biyun squinted slightly in a smile, asking Gu Yuan.
"What Senior Brother says is absolutely correct!"
"Fifteen years trapped in the mountains, I’m already tired of it, just right, taking this opportunity to see the methods of Great Demons!"
Gu Yuan smiled nonchalantly, agreeing to the matter.