120: Brief Alliance and the Passing of the "Spark"

Inside the Sunken Star Ravine, water flowed with a gurgling sound, and white mist swirled.

More than thirty people sat gathered together, the atmosphere heavy and solemn.

The brief 'freedom' to breathe had invigorated everyone, but everyone knew that this precious window of opportunity would last less than twelve hours.

As time ticked away, they had to decide on their next steps as soon as possible.

Wen Youyi spoke first: 'The spirit net interruption is temporary; the web weaver will never sit idly by.'

'Once repairs are complete, there will inevitably be stricter investigations and retaliation. We need to come up with a plan for our next move quickly.'

Wang Wu frowned and said: 'Although our numbers are small, our target remains significant.'

'Breaking into smaller groups and dispersing to hide might be the safer option.'

Senior Brother Li nodded in agreement: 'That's right, the risk of staying concentrated is too high.'

'Taking advantage of the spirit net interruption, we can move to more remote and concealed areas.'

This was a conservative but safe strategy.

However, Zhao Iron Pillar was somewhat dissatisfied: 'Hide again? We've already hidden so many times!'

'Every time we get chased around like rabbits! This time, we finally managed to work together and pull off something big; can't we strike while they're vulnerable? Can't we take out a few more of their strongholds?'

Senior Brother Zhang pushed up his glasses and said cautiously: 'Iron Pillar's idea makes sense, but the risk is extremely high.'

'Our understanding of the cradle System is far less than that of the Purifiers. Acting rashly could very well lead us into a trap.'

Everyone's gaze turned to the leader of the Purifiers — Ying.

Feeling everyone's gaze, Ying spoke calmly: 'Fellow Daoist Wang and Fellow Daoist Li's concerns are correct; dispersing and hiding is the foundation for survival.'

'But Fellow Daoist Zhao's idea also represents our unwillingness to give up.'

She changed the subject: 'The Web Break operation was successful, and it has indeed created a brief opportunity for us.'

'This opportunity should not just be used for running away.'

'What do you mean?' Wen Youyi pressed.

'Information dissemination and technology sharing,' Ying said clearly.

'Twelve hours is not enough for us to launch an effective attack, but it is enough for us to do two crucial things.'

'First, pass on the truth about the cradle and the warning about the ark trap to as many potential 'Awakened Ones' as possible!'

'Use this unmonitored window of time to spread the information through the most primitive and least traceable means! Even if we can only awaken one more person, it is a victory!'

'Second, technology sharing and 'Seed' backup.' Ying's gaze swept over Wen Youyi and Senior Brother Zhang.

'Your ideas on Star Core applications and Formation innovation have their own merits compared to the knowledge we Purifiers have accumulated regarding the vulnerabilities of the cradle System.'

'We can use this time to conduct in-depth exchanges and back up our core technical data and research results for each other!'

Her tone was heavy: 'We must prepare for the worst.'

'If any side suffers an accident in the future, as long as the technology and knowledge are passed on, the flame of resistance will not be extinguished!'

This proposal sent a shock through everyone's hearts!

It was no longer about fighting alone, nor was it just a simple joint operation; it was a true Fusion of knowledge and the passing on of the Legacy!

Wen Youyi hardly hesitated and nodded heavily: 'I agree! Knowledge and technology are our most precious weapons, and we must ensure their Legacy!'

He looked at Senior Brother Zhang, Wang Wu, and the others, all of whom nodded one after another.

Having been through so much, they all understood that individual strength was insignificant; only the passing on of knowledge and will could allow the cause of resistance to continue.

'Good!' A hint of relief flashed in Ying's eyes.

'Then let's race against time! Action immediately!'

The plan was quickly finalized:

1. Senior Brother Li would lead several Disciples skilled in concealment and speed, carrying simple Jade Slips or talisman papers inscribed with summaries of the truth.

Taking advantage of the night and the spirit net interruption, they would head to several gathering points for Loose Cultivators and small markets around the Qingxuan Sect to spread the news anonymously.

They didn't expect everyone to believe it; they only wanted to plant a Seed of doubt in the minds of those who were paying attention.

2. Wen Youyi, Senior Brother Zhang, Ying, and two other Purifiers proficient in Formations and energy studies would form a core technology exchange group to open up a temporary area in the deepest part of the Sunken Star Ravine for high-intensity, high-efficiency knowledge exchange and technical discussion.

3. The remaining personnel, led by Wang Wu and Zhao Iron Pillar, would be responsible for setting up vigilance and defenses on the perimeter of the Sunken Star Ravine to ensure the core exchange was not disturbed, and to be ready to respond to emergencies at any time.

With clear divisions of labor, everyone immediately sprang into action.

Senior Brother Li and his team left quietly, like droplets of water falling into the ocean, to sow the ripples of truth.

And deep within the Sunken Star Ravine, a 'collision of knowledge' concerning the future quietly began.

Wen Youyi shared the compilation principles of 'Star Language,' the miniaturization ideas for 'personal node,' and his insights on deciphering those ancient 'source code.'

Ying and the Purifiers brought the structural weaknesses of the 'spirit net,' methods for identifying and destroying the energy core of the 'Heart Demon Mother Nest,' and more profound techniques for guiding and shielding Star Core energy.

The knowledge Systems of both sides were like two originally parallel rivers that converged at this moment, sparking countless flashes of thought!

Senior Brother Zhang listened with fascination; many Formation problems that had troubled him for a long time were suddenly clarified with the guidance of the Purifiers.

And the Purifiers were amazed by Wen Youyi's unrestrained and unconventional approach to deciphering 'source code.'

Time passed quickly amidst intense discussion and rapid recording.

Everyone knew they were racing against time, trying to preserve as many Seeds and as much hope as possible for the future of civilization before the 'spirit net' recovered.

Inside the Sunken Star Ravine, silence and noise coexisted.

The sentries' eyes were like torches, while those exchanging knowledge wrote furiously.

This was a silent war, occurring in the brief tranquility of the eye of the storm, yet it might determine the fate of the next thousand years.

(End of Chapter)