96: With the lineup in place, a formidable enemy looms ahead.

Under the iron-fisted integration of Lin Yang and the nourishment of the starship devouring the main Spiritual Vein, the Star Moon Sect seemed to have undergone Nirvana and Rebirth. Although the external pressure was like a mountain, internally it presented unprecedented cohesion and vitality. The protective Formation of the Sect shone brilliantly, the Disciples Cultivated diligently, and their Battle Intent was high. The entire Sect was like a sharp sword slowly unsheathed, radiating cold light, held but not released.

In this tense atmosphere of preparation, at the peak of the main mountain, inside the starship, there was a different scene.

Lin Yang sat in the main seat of the control room. Below, five stunning women with different charms sat on both sides. After repeated twists and turns and fighting the enemy together, the relationships among the women, who originally had some estrangement and unfamiliarity, had become much closer.

Bai Wanqing was still as cold and clear as the moon, with an ethereal temperament, but the look in her eyes when she looked at Lin Yang had a bit more tenderness and trust that was hard to detect. The injury on her shoulder had long since healed with the resources provided by Lin Yang and her own Cultivation, and her aura was becoming more harmonious, not far from Peak Xiantian.

Su Qingyue was more steady and capable. She was already good at Sect affairs, and now she assisted Lin Yang in handling internal and external matters in an orderly manner, vaguely having the demeanor of a chief steward. Her Star Moon Vein Nurturing Art was becoming deeper, and her control over True Qi was exquisite.

The Chu Sisters, this pair of Sword Sect beauties, had shed their initial hesitation and completely integrated into the Star Moon Sect. Their swordsmanship was exquisite, and they often sparred with the Disciples in the Sect, giving pointers on sword techniques, winning a lot of respect. The elder sister, Chu Yunxi, was cold but resilient, while the younger sister, Chu Yuning, was lively and agile, speaking her mind. The two were like twin lotus flowers, becoming a beautiful landscape of the Sect. Toward Lin Yang, they had both admiration for the strong and gratitude for being taken in, and even a hint of subtle affection growing day by day.

The most special one was Mu Yao. She had betrayed the Misty Immortal Palace and joined here, initially feeling somewhat uneasy. But Lin Yang's trust, the acceptance of the women, and the atmosphere of the Star Moon Sect sharing a common hatred for the enemy allowed her to quickly find a sense of belonging. She was simple and kind, and with the knowledge from a large Sect, she could often provide unique insights into the Cultivation Techniques and habits of the Misty Immortal Palace, which was of great value. The look in her eyes when she looked at Lin Yang was the most complex—curiosity, gratitude, admiration, and perhaps a hint of a young girl's ignorant infatuation, all contained within.

At this moment, Lin Yang was distributing resources obtained from the Trial of the Heavens, the Grand Elder's secret collection, and the Sect treasury to the women. There was the Azure Sea Tide Pill suitable for the water element for Bai Wanqing, the Star Moon Condensed Essence Dew that could purify True Qi for Su Qingyue, the peerless Sword Soul Stone for the Chu Sisters, and even a Water Rhyme Heavenly Flower Pearl, rare even in the Misty Immortal Palace, for Mu Yao to help her stabilize her Cultivation and resolve potential hidden dangers originating from her mother's Cultivation Technique.

The great battle is imminent, and improving strength is the foundation. Lin Yang's voice was calm, These resources should help you take another step forward. The Sect treasury has also been opened. If you have any needs, you can exchange them based on your contribution.

Thank you, Sect Master (Young Lord / Big Brother Lin). The women thanked him in unison, their beautiful eyes sparkling. They knew deeply that Lin Yang's move was not only to help them but also to improve the strength of the entire core team to deal with powerful enemies.

Chu Yuning played with the Sword Soul Stone and said with a smile: Don't worry, Big Brother Lin Yang. When that group of bad guys comes to the door, my sister and I will definitely make them taste the power of the newly practiced Dual Polar Sword Formation!

Su Qingyue smiled and said: It is good that Little Sister Yuning has such confidence. The Sect Formation has also been strengthened, and we will need everyone's help then.

Mu Yao said softly but firmly: I... I will also do my best! I know some weaknesses of the Immortal Palace's Formation...

Bai Wanqing nodded gently. Although she didn't say much, the icy aura lingering on her fingertips became more condensed.

Lin Yang looked at the five stunning women with unique characteristics in front of him. Whether due to grievances, admiration, or a place to belong, they eventually gathered around him, forming the initial core team. Although it was too early to call it a harem, and emotions were mostly in the budding and development stage, this lineup formed situation had already provided him with significant help and a heavy responsibility.

A sense of pride rose in his heart. With powerful enemies lurking outside and beauties accompanying him inside, this path of sweeping through the Heavens was destined not to be lonely.

Just as the atmosphere became slightly harmonious, suddenly, a sharp alarm sounded in the control room!

Woo—woo—!

On the light screen, at the edge of the Sect Formation, several huge red dots suddenly lit up and were rapidly approaching! A massive joint aura, even across the light screen and a long distance, made people feel palpitating!

Su Qingyue's face changed, and she immediately operated the console, zooming in on the scene on the light screen.

I saw that at the end of the sky outside the Star Moon Sect's mountain gate, a dark fleet was like dark clouds pressing down on the border, flags fluttering, and filled with Killing Intent! On one side were the cloud-patterned flags of the Misty Immortal Palace, and on the other were the Xuantian Sword Sect emblems with Sword Qi soaring into the sky!

The joint army of the Misty Immortal Palace and the Xuantian Sword Sect had actually arrived so quickly! And looking at their momentum, it was far more massive and terrifying than expected!

They are here! Chu Yunxi gripped the sword in her hand tightly, her cold face covered with frost.

Mu Yao's little face turned slightly pale, and she subconsciously took a step closer to Lin Yang.

Lin Yang stood up abruptly, his eyes not only without fear but burning with raging Battle Intent and cold Killing Intent.

They came just in time! His voice was clanging, like metal clashing, Saving me from having to find them! Order the whole Sect to prepare for battle!

Everyone, he scanned the five women in front of him, his voice deep and heavy, Follow me, and fight!

The starship shone brightly, rushing to the edge of the Sect Formation first. Behind him, five beautiful figures followed without hesitation.

Beauties accompanied, powerful enemies pressed on the border. A bloody battle to protect the Sect was about to break out!