Opportunity is here

The speaker's implication was that Zhong Qing could be controlled by a Three Tribulation Great Emperor.

And his reason for saying so was mainly based on two points.

The first point was that the news they received was not detailed.

Everyone only knew that Zhong Qing was the true culprit who annihilated the several Hall Masters of the Fengtian Hall in the Lower Realm, but they didn't know the specific details.

The second point was the belief that the Lower Realm simply did not have the conditions to give birth to individuals beyond the Emperor Realm, and even if Zhong Qing was extraordinary, a Three Tribulation Great Emperor would be the peak!

But even if the opponent was a Three Tribulation Great Emperor, in a place like the Second Heaven with complete Heaven and Earth Laws, a Three Tribulation Great Emperor from the Upper Realm was far from comparable to a Three Tribulation Great Emperor from the Lower Realm.

The only problem now was, where would they find a Three Tribulation Great Emperor to help them complete the mission?

Amidst everyone's puzzled gazes,

Nie Wanlong stood with his hands behind his back, looking into the distance and said, "Beyond the endless mountain range ahead, there are several forces, one of which is called Liuguang Sect."

"The Sect Master of this Sect is a Three Tribulation Emperor Realm expert."

"I think he will be very happy to retrieve the Heaven and Earth Xuan Jian for us."

As soon as these words came out, someone was startled: "Will he go?"

After all, the dangers of the Lower Realm's curse were no secret in the Second Heaven.

They, burdened by their Sect's orders, were still unwilling to go down, so why would the other party, who had no relation to the Shangqing Immortal Sect, be willing to get involved in this mess for them?

Nie Wanlong's face was expressionless: "He has no choice."

Everyone understood the hidden meaning.

Someone was puzzled.

"Protector, I've also heard of this Liuguang Sect."

"While it can't compare to the Shangqing Immortal Sect,"

"there are quite a few masters within the Sect, with as many as ten Emperor Realm experts."

"With just the strength of a few of us, I'm afraid... it will be difficult to subdue them!"

Nie Wanlong said indifferently: "Don't forget, our actions this time represent not just ourselves, but the will of the Shangqing Immortal Sect."

"With the name of the Shangqing Immortal Sect, do you think he would dare to refuse?"

"Moreover, there are vast differences even among Three Tribulation Emperors."

"This Emperor is highly regarded by the Sect and has cultivated a Pseudo-Immortal Rank Cultivation Technique. Do you think a Sect Master from a Sect that hasn't even produced a Pseudo-immortal Realm expert has the ability to stand shoulder to shoulder with this Emperor?"

As soon as these words were spoken, all doubts in everyone's hearts vanished, and they repeatedly flattered: "Your Excellency is wise!"

The group's spirits were uplifted, and even their travel speed increased by thirty percent.

But even so, it took them half a month to traverse the entire endless mountain range.

Firstly, the entire mountain range was vast, stretching for an unknown number of miles.

Secondly, Central Continent Second Heaven was not like the First Heaven!

Due to the different Heaven and Earth Laws and spatial barriers, an Emperor Realm expert could easily traverse a region in the Lower Realm, but for the same distance in the Upper Realm, it would likely take countless times longer.

As everyone arrived within the territory of the Liuguang Sect's sphere of influence!

A Two Tribulation Great Emperor surveyed the land below.

"What a barren land!"

Strictly speaking, this area was filled with dense Spiritual Qi, even mixed with a small amount of Immortal Qi. In the Lower Realm, this place would definitely be a rare land of creation, a blessed land of grotto-heavens.

However, the Second Heaven judged a place's barrenness based on its Immortal Qi content.

This thin Immortal Qi could indeed only be described as barren.

Nie Wanlong surveyed the surroundings.

He said indifferently: "The Four Great Immortal Sects dominate the four directions. If there were truly any grotto-heavens, how could it be their turn to occupy them?"

"Get to work!"

"The Luck within the Heaven and Earth Xuan Jian is of great importance, concerning the Dao of a prominent figure in our Shangqing Immortal Sect. Even a Three Tribulation Emperor wouldn't consume much in a short time, but the sooner we retrieve it, the better we can account for our actions!"

"Eh!"

Just as his voice fell, Shen Wen, Nie Wanlong's core confidant, suddenly exclaimed in surprise.

"Your Excellency, I seem to have sensed the aura of Netherworld Monarch of Hellfire!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone's hearts stirred.

"How could he be here?"

The Shangqing Immortal Sect sent Five Great Hall Masters to the Lower Realm, and only Netherworld Monarch of Hellfire survived.

It was just that the heavenly barrier separated the Upper and Lower Realms, so they didn't know what his situation truly was.

"This guy, after ascending to the Second Heaven, actually didn't report to the Immortal Sect immediately. Could it be that he has betrayed us?"

Someone's eyes flickered, making a conjecture.

"He shouldn't have the guts. With the Immortal Sect's strength, if he truly committed an act of betrayal, whether it's the First Heaven or the Second Heaven, there would be no place for him to hide."

Someone else held a different opinion.

At this moment, Nie Wanlong spoke: "Regardless, this guy, as the Immortal Sect's representative in the Lower Realm, was negligent in guarding the supreme treasure. He must be brought back to the Sect for questioning."

"If we hadn't met him, then so be it!"

"Now that he has appeared here, there's no reason to ignore him."

"The original plan remains unchanged. I will lead people to subdue the Liuguang Sect. Shen Wen, you go and bring that guy back, and then we'll rendezvous at the Liuguang Sect."

"If he resists, kill him without question!"

"Yes, Your Excellency!"

...

While the group split up, Zhong Qing was leading Netherworld Monarch of Hellfire, preparing to camp by a green mountain and clear water.

For him, the experiences during this period were more like a brief journey through life.

Bustling cities, sky-high cloud regions, desolate mountains, green lands—each stop had a different charm.

As the setting sun slanted down, the sky seemed to be rimmed with gold.

On the vast mountain peaks, ancient pines stood tall. Zhong Qing stood beneath a withered old tree, his white robe fluttering, occasionally taking a sip of wine.

Observing the vastness of heaven and earth, gazing at the grandeur of mountains and rivers, and witnessing the changing of day and night in the twilight, it truly had a unique flavor.

A hundred feet away from Zhong Qing, Ye Qingcheng also stood on a large rock.

She was closing her eyes in meditation, sitting cross-legged. A gentle breeze brushed by, carrying a wisp of her long hair, and a faint fragrance permeated the air.

Ever since their meeting in Eight Desolations City that day, Ye Qingcheng had been following Zhong Qing's footsteps, neither too far nor too close!

She had the air of someone determined to follow him through life and death!

Of course, Zhong Qing knew that her reason for doing so wasn't because she was attracted to him, but because she was determined to have a match with him.

Along the way, he had tried to persuade her, but unfortunately, it was useless.

After two attempts, Zhong Qing no longer paid her any mind!

He let her be!

Just as Zhong Qing's thoughts were drifting, Netherworld Monarch of Hellfire, who had gone out to find wild game for Zhong Qing, rushed back.

His face changed drastically as he said: "Master!"

"People from that Sect have come looking for us!"

If there was one thing Netherworld Monarch of Hellfire worried about most after following Zhong Qing, it was naturally the Shangqing Immortal Sect.

When the people from the Shangqing Immortal Sect sensed him, he also sensed their aura.

Even though he knew Zhong Qing was extraordinary, at this moment, Netherworld Monarch of Hellfire was still in a state of panic.

He had come from the Shangqing Immortal Sect, so he naturally knew how immense the Shangqing Immortal Sect's power was!

Ye Qingcheng in the distance, seeing Netherworld Monarch of Hellfire's appearance, felt a surge of joy in her heart!

Her chance had come!

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