Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World Chapter 839 - 424: Crossing the Tribulation with Ease, Obtaining a Second-Grade Opportunity

Meanwhile, within the halls of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect.

Cultivators representing various Nascent Soul Sects from across the Southern Continent had assembled in this place.

One by one, powerful Nascent Souls converged.

Their gathering was fueled by the knowledge that the current resurgence of the Demon Sect and its demons was of an unprecedented scale.

Failure to eradicate these demons would undoubtedly result in a catastrophic extinction for every Righteous Dao sect.

The choice of venue was strategic; the Profound Celestial Sword Sect sat in closest proximity to the Mist Mountain Range.

Consequently, this location had become the war's primary front line.

“After all these years, those demons have truly managed a comeback.”

“It was bound to happen—one can never fully wipe out these Demon Cultivators and their ilk.”

“Regardless of the cost, we cannot permit these Demon Cultivators to continue their rampage, or our fate is sealed.”

“But what is the true motive behind this? Why have these Demon Cultivators suddenly turned so arrogant? Do they truly believe they possess the strength to overmatch us?”

“It is possible that a member of the Demon Cultivators has successfully broken through to the Divinity Transformation stage, explaining their reckless behavior.”

“That is impossible. Our surveillance covers the entire Southern Continent. Had someone truly attained Divinity Transformation, the news would have reached us.”

“Indeed. At present, the Southern Continent offers no hope for reaching Divinity Transformation, and that includes the Demon Cultivators.”

“No, I disagree. While that may have been true in the past, have you not sensed it? The Spiritual Qi of heaven and earth is undergoing a revival. The density of Spiritual Qi across the Southern Continent is rising, perhaps reopening the path to Divinity Transformation.”

“Heh, knowing the prideful nature of those Demon Cultivators, if a Divinity Transformation expert had actually emerged, they would have launched a direct assault instead of resorting to such empty bluster.”

“They certainly haven't produced a Divinity Transformation master yet. This commotion is likely a smokescreen to hide something; perhaps a specific Demon Cultivator is currently attempting a secret breakthrough to Divinity Transformation.”

“This is precisely why our unity is vital—we must locate the Demon Cultivator on the verge of advancement and put a stop to them, or we are all doomed.”

The various Nascent Soul Cultivators engaged in a heated debate, their countenances filled with gravity.

They were far from foolish; they recognized that this sudden, massive offensive by the Demon Cultivators carried a hidden agenda.

It was likely a tactic to generate momentum and provide cover for another Demon Cultivator’s advancement.

The difficulty lay in the vastness of the Southern Continent; they had no way of knowing which Demon Cultivator was planning to step into the Divinity Transformation stage.

It could be described as a transparent ploy by the Demon Cultivators, designed specifically to paralyze their movements.

They were buying time for their peers to reach Divinity Transformation.

“On another note, where is the Purple Fire Daoist of the Shennong Sect? Why has he not arrived for this council?”

A Nascent Soul Cultivator inquired.

It was indeed strange for such a critical meeting to proceed without any representatives from the Shennong Sect.

“Ah, the Purple Fire Daoist and his companions are currently occupied with refining a batch of Tier Five Elixirs at their sect.”

“They are at a vital stage and are unable to pull away.”

“As soon as the elixir is successfully completed, they will join us.”

“It should take roughly another three to four days.”

The Sect Leader of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect provided the explanation.

He had previously dispatched a messenger to the Shennong Sect and had received this specific response from their leader, the Purple Fire Daoist.

“A Tier Five Elixir? The Shennong Sect never ceases to amaze; has their alchemy reached the Tier Five level?”

“If he succeeds as a Tier Five Alchemist, he will surely be the preeminent master of the Southern Continent, will he not?”

“Heh, the Purple Fire Daoist is nearing the end of his natural Lifespan. Even if he attains the rank of Tier Five Alchemist, his remaining days are few, are they not?”

“At the very least, he might produce several batches of Tier Five Elixirs in his final years, which would benefit us all.”

“A wait of three or four days is manageable; let us be patient and hope the Demon Cultivators do not strike too early.”

The Nascent Soul Cultivators continued their deliberations.

The absence of the Purple Fire Daoist did not strike them as suspicious. After all, the refinement of a Tier Five Elixir was a monumental task, and a delay of a few days was perfectly standard.

Furthermore, since it was only a matter of days, they were willing to wait.

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Three days passed.

Southern Continent, the Shennong Sect.

The entire Sect was encased within a Grand Array, shielded by a dense energy barrier adorned with countless shimmering runes. No outsider could perceive the events unfolding within.

Had they been able to see, they would have been horrified.

The Shennong Sect, once a place brimming with pure Immortal Qi, had been transformed into a literal Ghost Realm.

The blackened soil had been tainted by blood, turning into a mire of gore.

It was as if a multitude of grieving spirits were being cultivated within the depths of the earth.

Several black-robed Demon Cultivators were visible, stationed at various points throughout the Shennong Sect.

The true Sect Leader of the Shennong Sect, the Purple Fire Daoist, was hidden in the deepest chambers in seclusion, attempting to break through to Divinity Transformation.

“Haha, who could have guessed that the Purple Fire Daoist, leader of the Shennong Sect, would join our ranks as a Demon Cultivator? The entire Southern Continent Cultivation Realm would be rocked if this were revealed.”

“The Purple Fire Daoist was once a man of high principles who slew many of our kind. Yet, when faced with his own mortality, he succumbed to fear, embraced the Demon Dao, and took up a Demon Technique. These Righteous Cultivators are truly full of hypocrisy.”

“Exactly. They spout noble words about shielding the common folk, but these Righteous Cultivators have claimed more innocent lives than we Demon Cultivators ever have.”

“Indeed. They chase the Dao regardless of whether it is the Righteous or Demon path. If one can achieve Immortality, what does it matter if one is human or demon?”