121: New opportunity

Beyond Heaven Headquarters was immersed in the joy of victory after repelling the Crimson Flame Tribe, but Jun Xiaoyao did not let his guard down in the slightest.

He knew deeply that the Crimson Flame Tribe would not give up, and a more severe challenge might be brewing quietly.

Inside the meeting hall of the headquarters, Jun Xiaoyao gathered everyone to review and summarize the battle.

The atmosphere in the hall was serious, and everyone was listening attentively.

"Although we repelled the Crimson Flame Tribe this time, we also exposed quite a few problems."

Jun Xiaoyao's gaze swept over the crowd, his expression grave, "Although our defense system has been strengthened, we are still under pressure when facing large-scale flame attacks."

"Furthermore, in the duel with the Crimson Flame King, although we held the upper hand, we also expended a significant amount of energy."

"The Young Lord is absolutely right."

Marshal of the Unruly nodded in agreement, "Some of our defensive facilities suffered damage under the continuous, high-intensity flame impacts."

"If the enemy's next attack is more ferocious, I fear we will struggle to hold them back."

"The special weapons crafted by Ouyezi did indeed play a role, but their quantity is limited, and we need to increase production efforts."

Dark Blade added, "At the same time, our research into the Crimson Flame Tribe's flame Cultivation Technique is not deep enough, and our countermeasures remain somewhat monotonous."

Jun Xiaoyao pondered for a moment before saying, "Zhao Gao, The Net must continue to dig deep into the Crimson Flame Tribe's intelligence, especially their Cultivation Technique Legacy, Magic Treasure refining, and any hidden trump cards they might have."

"Ouyezi, focus your energy on crafting more weapons and Magic Treasures that restrain the fire attribute; do not worry about Materials, Beyond Heaven will provide full support."

"Dark Blade, West Gate Blows Snow, No Fate, lead your respective squads to strengthen training and optimize tactics based on the problems that arose in this battle."

"Yes, Young Lord!" everyone responded in unison, their eyes filled with determination.

"Additionally, Wu Xingyun, how is the search for the ice spirit grass progressing?" Jun Xiaoyao looked at Wu Xingyun.

"Young Lord, The Net has already sent word that traces of the ice spirit grass have been found in an ice valley in the far north."

Wu Xingyun reported, "However, the environment in that ice valley is extremely harsh, and a powerful guardian beast is entrenched there; obtaining the ice spirit grass will not be an easy task."

"Spare no cost, and ensure you obtain the ice spirit grass."

Jun Xiaoyao's eyes were firm, "This may be the key for us to completely break the Crimson Flame Tribe's flame power."

"Yes, Young Lord, I will arrange for people to head there immediately."

Wu Xingyun accepted the order.

Meanwhile, in the Crimson Flame Tribe's camp, the atmosphere was oppressive.

The Crimson Flame King lay inside his tent, his face pale, and the injuries on his body caused him unbearable pain.

The surrounding Elders and generals stood with their heads bowed, not daring to make a sound.

"Beyond Heaven... Jun Xiaoyao..." the Crimson Flame King muttered through gritted teeth, his eyes filled with hatred, "If I do not avenge this, I swear I will not be a man!"

"Leader, please rest and recover from your injuries first."

An Elder said cautiously, "We will reorganize the tribe and prepare to attack Beyond Heaven again."

"Hmph, reorganize? How do we reorganize?" The Crimson Flame King glared at the Elder, "This attack caused us heavy losses; not only did we fail to take Beyond Heaven, but I was also severely injured."

"Leader, we can contact other tribes in the Southern Border."

A general suggested, "Promise them great benefits and have them join us in attacking Beyond Heaven. With strength in numbers, we need not worry about failing to take Beyond Heaven."

The Crimson Flame King frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "That is indeed a method."

"Go immediately to contact the other tribes and ensure you persuade them to join us."

"At the same time, strengthen the Cultivation Technique training within the tribe to improve the strength of our warriors."

"Additionally, send out more spies to closely monitor every move of Beyond Heaven."

"Yes, Leader!" everyone acknowledged the order and left.

Elsewhere in the Jianghu, news of Beyond Heaven repelling the Crimson Flame Tribe spread rapidly, attracting the attention of various forces.

Some forces that originally harbored fear toward Beyond Heaven now had a deeper understanding of its strength and one after another dismissed the idea of becoming enemies with Beyond Heaven.

Meanwhile, some ambitious forces were observing in secret, trying to find opportunities to profit from this conflict.

In a mysterious organization called Lingyun Pavilion, the Pavilion Master, Lingyunzi, was discussing with several Elders.

"Beyond Heaven has actually repelled the Blood Demon Hall, Earth Fiend Sect, Spirit Vulture Palace, and the Crimson Flame Tribe in succession; their strength cannot be underestimated."

Lingyunzi sat in the main seat, his brows slightly furrowed.

"Pavilion Master, in my opinion, although Beyond Heaven is powerful, a tall tree catches the wind."

An Elder said, "We can unite with other forces and reap the benefits when they and the Crimson Flame Tribe are both severely injured."

Lingyunzi pondered for a moment before saying, "This matter still needs long-term consideration."

"We have not yet fully grasped the foundation of Beyond Heaven; acting rashly might bring disaster upon ourselves."

"Let's first closely monitor the development of the situation and wait for the right opportunity."

"Yes, Pavilion Master."

In the distant far north, a team of experts sent by Wu Xingyun was struggling as they advanced toward the ice valley.

In the ice valley, cold winds howled, snow filled the sky, and the temperature was extremely low, making it impossible for ordinary Martial Artists to endure.

"Everyone be careful, the environment here is extremely harsh, and danger could appear at any moment."

The leader of the team, an expert named Cold Edge, warned.

Everyone moved forward cautiously, when suddenly, a low roar came from ahead.

A giant ice bear rushed out from the snow; it exuded a cold aura, and with a wave of its bear paw, it kicked up a spray of ice shards.

"Not good, it's the ice valley guardian beast!" Cold Edge's expression changed, "Everyone, prepare for battle!"

The group quickly formed a formation and engaged in a fierce battle with the ice bear.

The ice bear had infinite strength and thick skin, and ordinary attacks had very little effect on it.

However, the group was not completely without the ability to fight back; they cooperated tacitly, using the terrain of the ice valley to skillfully dodge the ice bear's attacks while simultaneously searching for its weak points.

"Watch this!" A Martial Artist seized the opportunity and thrust his long sword into the ice bear's eye.

The ice bear felt the pain, let out an angry roar, and swiped its paw toward the Martial Artist.

The Martial Artist quickly dodged to the side, but was still grazed by the paw and fell to the ground.

"Quick, take the opportunity to attack its abdomen!" Cold Edge shouted loudly.

Hearing this, everyone attacked the ice bear's abdomen.

The ice bear sensed the threat and wanted to turn to defend, but it was already too late.

Several Sword Qi and palm strikes hit its abdomen, and the ice bear let out a miserable scream before falling to the ground.

"Phew, finally dealt with it."

Cold Edge breathed a sigh of relief, "Let's continue forward and search for the ice spirit grass."

The group continued deep into the ice valley and finally discovered the ice spirit grass in front of an ice cave.

The ice spirit grass grew inside the ice cave, emitting a faint, cold light, causing the surrounding ice and snow to melt.

"That's it."

Cold Edge said excitedly, "Everyone be careful, do not damage the ice spirit grass."

Just as Cold Edge was preparing to enter the ice cave to pick the ice spirit grass, suddenly, a strange laugh came from deep within the ice cave.

"Haha, do you think the ice spirit grass is so easy to take?" A mysterious voice rang out.

Everyone's expressions changed, and they looked vigilantly toward the depths of the ice cave.

An old man wearing a white robe slowly walked out; his body exuded a powerful ice-type aura, and his eyes looked coldly at the group.

"Who are you people, and why do you want to seize my ice spirit grass?" the old man asked coldly.

"Senior, we are from Beyond Heaven and urgently need the ice spirit grass to break the Crimson Flame Tribe's flame power."

Cold Edge quickly explained, "We hope Senior will grant our request."

"Beyond Heaven?" The old man frowned slightly, "I have no connection with Beyond Heaven, why should I give you the ice spirit grass?"

"Senior, the Crimson Flame Tribe is ambitious; if not curbed, it will likely bring disaster to the entire Jianghu."

Cold Edge continued, "In Senior's hands, the ice spirit grass may just be an Immortal Plant, but in our hands, it can save countless lives."

The old man pondered for a moment before saying, "You were able to repel the Crimson Flame Tribe, so you do have some ability."

"How about this: if you can take three of my moves, I will give you the ice spirit grass."

"Fine, Senior, please strike!" Cold Edge gritted his teeth and said.

He knew this was the only chance to obtain the ice spirit grass.

The old man's figure flashed, appearing in front of Cold Edge, and with a wave of his palm, a blast of cold Qi shot toward Cold Edge.

Cold Edge quickly circulated his Cultivation Technique to resist, but this blast of cold Qi was extremely powerful, and Cold Edge was shaken back several steps.

"Such strong power!" Cold Edge was greatly shocked; he did not expect the old man's strength to be so terrifying.

"Second move!" The old man shouted, his hands quickly forming seals, and the ice and snow in the ice cave flew up, condensing into countless ice cones that shot toward the group.

"Everyone, be careful!" Cold Edge shouted loudly.

Everyone quickly used their Cultivation Technique to resist the ice cones' attack.

For a moment, ice shards flew everywhere, and the scene was very chaotic.

Under everyone's full resistance, they finally blocked the old man's second move.

But the group had also consumed a significant amount of physical strength, and their faces became very pale.

"There is one last move, you must be careful."

The old man said, his aura surging, and a powerful ice-type force condensed in his hands.

How exactly will the old man strike with this final move?

Can the people of Beyond Heaven successfully take it and obtain the ice spirit grass?

And how will the various forces of the Jianghu respond to the conflict between Beyond Heaven and the Crimson Flame Tribe?

Everything is full of unknowns, and the storms of the Jianghu are becoming increasingly treacherous with the development of these events.