txolops Chapter 190 Descending upon Cangxuan, Holding the Chess of Heaven and Earth
Chapter 190 Descending upon Cangxuan, Holding the Chess of Heaven and Earth
The sea of clouds churned, and the wind howled.
The massive psionic spaceship, like a giant beast, steadily sliced through the thick clouds.
The horizon was tinged with a faint bluish-gray.
Gu Yan stood on the deck at the bow of the ship, his white clothes fluttering in the wind.
His expression was solemn. Occasionally, he would cover his lips with a handkerchief and cough lightly, which made the Liuyun Sect disciples who were accompanying him look worried, but they dared not go forward to disturb him.
On the distant horizon, the outline of the Cangxuan Sect gradually became clear.
Nine main peaks rise abruptly from the ground, piercing the clouds.
The mountain is a deep, dark color, and its summit is covered with snow that never melts.
A white waterfall cascades down from a cliff thousands of feet high, crashing into a deep, cold pool and creating a misty spray.
The Taoist temple is built against the mountain, with its buildings arranged in a staggered and orderly manner.
Cranes soar among the peaks and forests, the air filled with the crisp scent of pine and the pure spiritual energy of Taoism.
This is the foundation of the Cangxuan Sect, the leading force of the righteous path in Dongzhou.
Before the flying boat even approached the main peak, thousands of dazzling sword lights and magical artifact lights appeared in the sea of clouds ahead.
Zhou Chongyue, the Grand Elder of Cangxuan Sect, wearing a white Taiji robe, led three Nascent Soul Elders, thirty-two Golden Core Stewards, and three thousand elite inner disciples, forming an array in mid-air to welcome them from outside the mountain gate.
This grand procession was exactly the same as when the Guixu Sect Master visited last time.
Looking at the scene before him, Gu Yan's expression shifted to one of flattered gentleness and apprehension.
The flying boat slowly came to a stop on the white jade square of Welcoming Guest Peak.
With the help of two disciples, Gu Yan walked down the deck.
Zhou Chongyue immediately came forward, his wrinkled old face full of concerned smiles, and he clasped his hands together and bowed deeply.
"Young friend Gu, I have been waiting for you for so long. You are seriously injured, yet you still work hard for the people of Dongzhou. Please accept my bow for your great righteousness."
The numerous elders and three thousand disciples behind him bowed in unison, their voices echoing through the mountains like thunder.
"Welcome, Holy Son Liuyun."
Gu Yan quickly stepped forward, supporting Zhou Chongyue's arms with both hands, his voice filled with urgency and weakness.
"Elder Zhou, you flatter me. What virtue or ability do I possess to receive such a great gift? Now that the demonic calamity has risen again, and the people of the Great Yan Kingdom are suffering, how can I, as a member of the righteous path, be at ease lying on my sickbed?"
Zhou Chongyue straightened up and looked at Gu Yan's pale face and the faint sense of spiritual energy floating in his eyes, and sighed inwardly.
Such a noble and upright person, who disregards his own safety, is truly a blessing for Dongzhou.
"Young friend Gu, you are truly virtuous. The sect master of Cangxuan Sect is currently traveling and has not returned. I am acting as the head of Cangxuan Sect. Please do not hold any grudges. Spirit tea has been prepared in the main hall. Please come in quickly."
Zhou Chongyue turned to the side and gestured for him to enter.
Gu Yan nodded slightly, and under the gaze of countless admiring eyes, walked side by side with Zhou Chongyue toward the main council hall of the Cangxuan Sect.
Inside the Taiji Hall.
Several bronze crane-shaped incense burners, each about half a person's height, were filled with the calming and tranquil scent of fine sandalwood.
The main hall was filled with the core members and high-ranking officials of the Cangxuan Sect.
Gu Yan was seated in the most prestigious position, second only to the head of the table.
After the maidservant served the spiritual tea and withdrew, the atmosphere in the hall immediately became heavy.
Zhou Chongyue sat in the main seat, his face gloomy, and went straight to the point.
"Young friend Gu, your visit must also be related to the shocking changes in the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom. That demoness Hua Moyang has ascended the throne and become empress, turning 300,000 mortal imperial guards into blood-fiend puppets, and openly establishing a demon kingdom in the heart of the Eastern Continent. She is simply outrageous to the extreme."
Zhou Chongyue slammed his hand heavily on the table, making the teacups clink together with a crisp sound.
"Yesterday, several disciples of our sect who were traveling abroad were drained of their life force by patrolling Blood Fiend Puppets when they approached the border of the Great Yan Kingdom by only a hundred miles. If they are allowed to grow stronger, within ten years, most of the territory of the entire Eastern Continent will be turned into a dead land."
The elders in the main hall nodded in agreement, their eyes filled with righteous indignation and anger.
Gu Yan picked up the teacup and gently stirred the floating tea leaves, without immediately responding.
He knew exactly what those old foxes were thinking.
They were angry, but they were even more terrified.
They dared not directly send troops to annihilate the Great Yan Kingdom because they were afraid of provoking the red-robed demon who could shatter the projection of a Nascent Soul cultivator with a single sword strike.
They invited Gu Yan here because they wanted to seek reassurance from him, or rather, from the mysterious Nascent Soul stage master behind him.
Gu Yan put down his teacup, let out a long sigh, his brows furrowed, and looked worried.
"Elder Zhou, to be honest, Changsheng's trip here is precisely for this matter. Although my master is traveling far away in the void, on the night of the upheaval in the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom, the Heavenly Secret Imprint he left in my sea of consciousness experienced a violent fluctuation."
Upon hearing the words "Heavenly Secret Mark," everyone in the hall instantly slowed their breathing, straining their ears as if afraid of missing a single word.
Gu Yan looked around at everyone, his voice low and solemn, as if he had seen through the secrets of heaven.
"You seniors only saw the arrogance of that demoness who declared herself empress, but you don't know that the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom has now become a bottomless abyss targeting our righteous path in the Eastern Continent."
"What do you mean?" Zhou Chongyue's pupils contracted slightly.
Gu Yan coughed twice, covering his mouth with a handkerchief, and spoke slowly.
"The mark left by my master shows that the demoness was just a pawn in the open. The pool in the underground of the Great Yan Kingdom, which has gathered the resentment and blood of millions of mortals, has not dried up. Instead, it has been set up as the core of a heaven-defying array."
Gu Yan's gaze turned deep and cold, his tone tinged with lingering fear.
"The red-robed demon who appeared ten years ago is now hiding deep within the formation's core in seclusion. He deliberately let that demoness make a scene in the open to provoke our two sects' Nascent Soul elders into attacking her."
Gu Yan paused for a moment, looked at Zhou Chongyue's gradually paling face, and continued to administer strong medicine.
"Once Elder Zhou or Elder Mo of the Guixu Sect personally leads a team into the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom, that red-robed demon will immediately detonate the entire earth veins of the Great Yan Kingdom, using the resentment of hundreds of millions of mortals as a catalyst to instantly kill any Nascent Soul cultivators who step into it, turning them into nourishment for his breakthrough."
Upon hearing this, gasps of astonishment filled the Taiji Hall.
Zhou Chongyue was so shocked that she broke out in a cold sweat.
If what Gu Yan said is true, then this is an extremely insidious and ruthless scheme to wipe out the family line.
Nascent Soul cultivators are the foundation of sects. If these old guys perish in the Great Yan Kingdom, then the righteous path of the Eastern Continent is finished.
"What a vicious and demonic method."
An elderly man with a dark face, sitting at the head of the left-hand seat, suddenly stood up.
He is Li Gang, the elder of the Cangxuan Sect's Enforcement Ceremony. He is a man of strong character and a fiery temper.
Ten years ago, during the battle in the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom, his most prized disciple died in the underground ancestral shrine, and not even a single skeleton could be recovered.
Li Gang stared at Gu Yan, a hint of doubt and resentment flashing in his eyes.
"Sage Gu, I acknowledge your noble character, but you say the Great Yan Kingdom is a trap. Are we just going to stand by and watch that demoness grow stronger and that demon secluded himself underground? If we allow them to absorb the blood and energy of mortals, when that demon emerges, our Eastern Continent will be doomed as well."
The aura of the Golden Core on Li Gang's body erupted uncontrollably.
A powerful surge of spiritual energy stirred up a gust of wind within the hall, causing the smoke from the incense burner in the center of the hall to scatter.
"Since Saint Gu claims the Heavenly Seal is a warning, why doesn't the Nascent Soul stage expert behind you personally take action and kill that demon with a single slap? Is this so-called warning just an excuse the Saint Son fabricated to avoid battle?"
As Li Gang finished speaking, everyone in the hall held their breath in disbelief.
Zhou Chongyue's expression changed drastically, and he was about to rebuke Li Gang for his insolence.
Gu Yan raised a hand to stop Zhou Chongyue.
Gu Yan remained seated in the chair, not moving an inch.
He looked at Li Gang, whose face was full of anger, and the gentleness on his face disappeared.
Gu Yan's divine demonic nascent soul opened its eyes, and the golden righteous energy on the left side flowed along his meridians, transforming into a wisp of thunderous pressure that almost solidified into a tangible form, directly locking onto Li Gang through its gaze.
This power carried no murderous intent, yet it was filled with an absolute suppression that commanded reverence and was impossible to resist.
This was the first time Gu Yan had displayed his own majestic aura in front of others since breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage.
"boom."
Li Gang felt a resounding Daoist voice echo in his mind.
His proud aura of a perfected Golden Core was extinguished instantly in the face of this overwhelming pressure, like a candle flickering in the wind.
An invisible force, like a mountain, pressed down on his shoulders.
Li Gang's knees made a cracking sound as they gave way under the strain.
His legs went weak, and he uncontrollably collapsed to his knees on the bluestone floor.
The bluestone floor was smashed into two deep craters, and spiderweb-like cracks spread outwards.
"puff."
Li Gang spat out a mouthful of blood, his face turning deathly pale. He tried desperately to stand up, but found that the space around him was completely locked, preventing him from moving.
All the elders in the hall were horrified.
They didn't even see how Gu Changsheng made his move; with just a glance, he suppressed the top three law enforcement elders of the Cangxuan Sect, leaving them powerless to fight back.
"This...this is the remnant will of a Nascent Soul stage expert!"
Zhou Chongyue's voice trembled, and her eyes were filled with extreme awe as she looked at Gu Yan.
He mistakenly believed that the protective divine sense left by the mysterious master within Gu Yan's body had been activated.
Gu Yan withdrew his gaze, and the overwhelming pressure that had been pressing down on Li Gang instantly dissipated.
Li Gang slumped to the ground, panting heavily. When he looked at Gu Yan again, all that remained in his eyes was fear.
Gu Yan stood up from the chair, walked over to Li Gang, and personally helped him up.
"Elder Li is deeply grieved by the loss of his beloved disciple, and Changsheng can fully understand his feelings."
Gu Yan's tone became gentle again, as if the person who had just exuded terrifying pressure was not him at all.
"But my master once said that all calamities of heaven and earth are predetermined. He is currently in the depths of the void resisting an even more terrifying extraterrestrial demon and cannot descend in his true form. If everything depends on the intervention of Nascent Soul stage experts, then what is the meaning of the existence of cultivators in this world?"
Gu Yan turned around, facing all the high-ranking officials in the hall, his voice becoming loud and infectious.
"That devil wants us to walk into his trap, but we'll do the opposite. We'll turn the tables and take the initiative."
Zhou Chongyue quickly asked.
"Young friend Gu, since you have brought this warning, you must also have a way to break this deadlock. The entire Cangxuan Sect is willing to follow your orders."
Gu Yan nodded and walked to the center of the main hall.
"My strategy is very simple, just eight words: blockade the borders and use their strength against them."
With a flick of his sleeve, Gu Yan conjured a map in mid-air depicting the border between Dongzhou and the Great Yan Kingdom.
"Since Nascent Soul stage seniors cannot easily take risks, let's immediately establish the Demon Extermination Alliance."
"Led by the three major sects of Cangxuan, Guixu, and Wanshoushan, the resources of all small and medium-sized sects in Dongzhou and their disciples at the Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, and Golden Core stages were gathered to set up the Dragon Locking Formation, a net of heaven and earth, on the border of the Great Yan Kingdom."
Gu Yan drew a long red line on the border of the map with his finger.
"If the witch's Blood Fiend Army wants to expand, it must cross this defensive line. We will use this defensive line as a training ground for the disciples of Dongzhou, and use the Blood Fiend Army to hone the skills of our younger generation."
"At the same time, the three major sects took out all the unused magic treasures, array plates, and pills that had been piled up in their warehouses and concentrated them in the rear of the alliance as strategic reserves."
"Isn't that red-robed demon planning to peacefully seclude himself underground? We'll surround the entire Great Yan Kingdom like an iron barrel, cutting off all the resentment from the outside world from flowing in. Once we've exhausted those Blood Fiend armies at the border, the demon will have no nourishment, the formation will collapse on its own, and he'll naturally suffer a backlash."
Gu Yan's words were righteous and impeccable.
But none of the people present knew.
This so-called thrilling experience, this so-called blockade front, is all just Gu Yan's grandstanding.
Every battle between the cultivators and the Blood Fiend Army on the border, every fallen corpse, and every drop of flowing blood would eventually flow silently into the blood pool of his avatar through the earth's veins.
In this way, he could openly and legitimately have the three major sects bring out all their resources and hand them over to him, the initiator of the Demon Extermination Alliance, for unified allocation and management.
Upon hearing this, Zhou Chongyue's eyes shone brightly.
"A brilliant plan! This plan is ingenious. It can prevent us old bones from falling into the trap, train the troops, and trap that devil. Young friend Gu is truly a genius."
The other elders in the main hall nodded in agreement, and even Li Gang, who had just suffered a setback, showed a look of complete acceptance.
This is currently the safest and most satisfying way.
"However, this Demon Extermination Alliance coordinates the resources of the entire Eastern Continent, which is of great importance. Since the major sects are not subordinate to each other, there must be a highly respected person who can command the respect of the masses to serve as the leader of this alliance and coordinate the overall situation."
Zhou Chongyue stroked his beard, his gaze fixed intently on Gu Yan.
Gu Yan laughed inwardly, but his face showed reluctance and a desire to decline.
"Elder Zhou is right. The position of alliance leader should naturally be held by Elder Zhou or Elder Mo of the Guixu Sect."
"No."
Zhou Chongyue waved his hand, his expression solemn.
"If I and Mo Laogui were to become the alliance leaders, neither of us could suppress the other, and there would inevitably be criticism from below. Young friend Gu, you have risked your life for Dongzhou and have the backing of a Nascent Soul cultivator. This position of alliance leader is rightfully yours. You only need to coordinate resources and make plans from the rear. Leave the fighting on the front lines to us old bones and our disciples."
"This... Changsheng is still recovering from serious injuries, I'm afraid it will be difficult for him to convince the public."
Gu Yan declined again.
"Anyone who dares to disobey, I'll be the first to cripple them."
Li Gang had now become a supporter of Gu Yan and roared loudly.
Looking at the fervent and determined eyes of the crowd, Gu Yan closed his eyes, took a deep breath, as if he had made an extremely difficult decision that required sacrificing his own interests.
He opened his eyes again, his gaze clear and filled with compassion and empathy.
"Since you seniors trust me so much, then I, Changsheng, will accept this heavy responsibility. I hereby swear that if I fail to quell the Great Yan demonic calamity and restore peace to the Eastern Continent, I, Changsheng, will gladly be struck by lightning and die."
Inside the main hall, the elders of the Cangxuan Sect were deeply moved and bowed in unison.
"We are willing to die for our leader."
Gu Yan stood in the center of the main hall, receiving the homage of these top experts from Dongzhou.
In the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom, there is a million Blood Fiend Puppets under the command of Hua Moyang.
In Dongzhou, he was about to gain control of vast sect resources and an army of countless cultivators.
The chessboard has been set up.
The pieces on both sides had already fallen into his palm.
For the rest of the time, he will hide in the absolute safety shell of the Demon-Slaying Alliance leader, enjoying the worship and offerings of the world while coldly watching this world being drained of its last bit of nourishment.
For the rest of the time, he will hide in the absolute safety shell of the Demon-Slaying Alliance leader, enjoying the worship and offerings of the world while coldly watching this world being drained of its last bit of nourishment.
"But my master once said that all calamities of heaven and earth are predetermined. He is currently in the depths of the void resisting an even more terrifying extraterrestrial demon and cannot descend in his true form. If everything depends on the intervention of Nascent Soul stage experts, then what is the meaning of the existence of cultivators in this world?"
Gu Yan turned around, facing all the high-ranking officials in the hall, his voice becoming loud and infectious.
"That devil wants us to walk into his trap, but we'll do the opposite. We'll turn the tables and take the initiative."
Zhou Chongyue quickly asked.
"Young friend Gu, since you have brought this warning, you must also have a way to break this deadlock. The entire Cangxuan Sect is willing to follow your orders."
Gu Yan nodded and walked to the center of the main hall.
"My strategy is very simple, just eight words: blockade the borders and use their strength against them."
With a flick of his sleeve, Gu Yan conjured a map in mid-air depicting the border between Dongzhou and the Great Yan Kingdom.
"Since Nascent Soul stage seniors cannot easily take risks, let's immediately establish the Demon Extermination Alliance."
"Led by the three major sects of Cangxuan, Guixu, and Wanshoushan, the resources of all small and medium-sized sects in Dongzhou and their disciples at the Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, and Golden Core stages were gathered to set up the Dragon Locking Formation, a net of heaven and earth, on the border of the Great Yan Kingdom."
Gu Yan drew a long red line on the border of the map with his finger.
"If the witch's Blood Fiend Army wants to expand, it must cross this defensive line. We will use this defensive line as a training ground for the disciples of Dongzhou, and use the Blood Fiend Army to hone the skills of our younger generation."
"At the same time, the three major sects took out all the unused magic treasures, array plates, and pills that had been piled up in their warehouses and concentrated them in the rear of the alliance as strategic reserves."
"Isn't that red-robed demon planning to peacefully seclude himself underground? We'll surround the entire Great Yan Kingdom like an iron barrel, cutting off all the resentment from the outside world from flowing in. Once we've exhausted those Blood Fiend armies at the border, the demon will have no nourishment, the formation will collapse on its own, and he'll naturally suffer a backlash."
Gu Yan's words were righteous and impeccable.
But none of the people present knew.
This so-called thrilling experience, this so-called blockade front, is all just Gu Yan's grandstanding.
Every battle between the cultivators and the Blood Fiend Army on the border, every fallen corpse, and every drop of flowing blood would eventually flow silently into the blood pool of his avatar through the earth's veins.
In this way, he could openly and legitimately have the three major sects bring out all their resources and hand them over to him, the initiator of the Demon Extermination Alliance, for unified allocation and management.
Upon hearing this, Zhou Chongyue's eyes shone brightly.
"A brilliant plan! This plan is ingenious. It can prevent us old bones from falling into the trap, train the troops, and trap that devil. Young friend Gu is truly a genius."
The other elders in the main hall nodded in agreement, and even Li Gang, who had just suffered a setback, showed a look of complete acceptance.
This is currently the safest and most satisfying way.
"However, this Demon Extermination Alliance coordinates the resources of the entire Eastern Continent, which is of great importance. Since the major sects are not subordinate to each other, there must be a highly respected person who can command the respect of the masses to serve as the leader of this alliance and coordinate the overall situation."
Zhou Chongyue stroked his beard, his gaze fixed intently on Gu Yan.
Gu Yan laughed inwardly, but his face showed reluctance and a desire to decline.
"Elder Zhou is right. The position of alliance leader should naturally be held by Elder Zhou or Elder Mo of the Guixu Sect."
"No."
Zhou Chongyue waved his hand, his expression solemn.
"If I and Mo Laogui were to become the alliance leaders, neither of us could suppress the other, and there would inevitably be criticism from below. Young friend Gu, you have risked your life for Dongzhou and have the backing of a Nascent Soul cultivator. This position of alliance leader is rightfully yours. You only need to coordinate resources and make plans from the rear. Leave the fighting on the front lines to us old bones and our disciples."
"This... Changsheng is still recovering from serious injuries, I'm afraid it will be difficult for him to convince the public."
Gu Yan declined again.
"Anyone who dares to disobey, I'll be the first to cripple them."
Li Gang had now become a supporter of Gu Yan and roared loudly.
Looking at the fervent and determined eyes of the crowd, Gu Yan closed his eyes, took a deep breath, as if he had made an extremely difficult decision that required sacrificing his own interests.
He opened his eyes again, his gaze clear and filled with compassion and empathy.
"Since you seniors trust me so much, then I, Changsheng, will accept this heavy responsibility. I hereby swear that if I fail to quell the Great Yan demonic calamity and restore peace to the Eastern Continent, I, Changsheng, will gladly be struck by lightning and die."
Inside the main hall, the elders of the Cangxuan Sect were deeply moved and bowed in unison.
"We are willing to die for our leader."
Gu Yan stood in the center of the main hall, receiving the homage of these top experts from Dongzhou.
In the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom, there is a million Blood Fiend Puppets under the command of Hua Moyang.
In Dongzhou, he was about to gain control of vast sect resources and an army of countless cultivators.
The chessboard has been set up.
The pieces on both sides had already fallen into his palm.
For the rest of the time, he will hide in the absolute safety shell of the Demon-Slaying Alliance leader, enjoying the worship and offerings of the world while coldly watching this world being drained of its last bit of nourishment.
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"But my master once said that all calamities of heaven and earth are predetermined. He is currently in the depths of the void resisting an even more terrifying extraterrestrial demon and cannot descend in his true form. If everything depends on the intervention of Nascent Soul stage experts, then what is the meaning of the existence of cultivators in this world?"
Gu Yan turned around, facing all the high-ranking officials in the hall, his voice becoming loud and infectious.
"That devil wants us to walk into his trap, but we'll do the opposite. We'll turn the tables and take the initiative."
Zhou Chongyue quickly asked.
"Young friend Gu, since you have brought this warning, you must also have a way to break this deadlock. The entire Cangxuan Sect is willing to follow your orders."
Gu Yan nodded and walked to the center of the main hall.
"My strategy is very simple, just eight words: blockade the borders and use their strength against them."
With a flick of his sleeve, Gu Yan conjured a map in mid-air depicting the border between Dongzhou and the Great Yan Kingdom.
"Since Nascent Soul stage seniors cannot easily take risks, let's immediately establish the Demon Extermination Alliance."
"Led by the three major sects of Cangxuan, Guixu, and Wanshoushan, the resources of all small and medium-sized sects in Dongzhou and their disciples at the Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, and Golden Core stages were gathered to set up the Dragon Locking Formation, a net of heaven and earth, on the border of the Great Yan Kingdom."
Gu Yan drew a long red line on the border of the map with his finger.
"If the witch's Blood Fiend Army wants to expand, it must cross this defensive line. We will use this defensive line as a training ground for the disciples of Dongzhou, and use the Blood Fiend Army to hone the skills of our younger generation."
"At the same time, the three major sects took out all the unused magic treasures, array plates, and pills that had been piled up in their warehouses and concentrated them in the rear of the alliance as strategic reserves."
"Isn't that red-robed demon planning to peacefully seclude himself underground? We'll surround the entire Great Yan Kingdom like an iron barrel, cutting off all the resentment from the outside world from flowing in. Once we've exhausted those Blood Fiend armies at the border, the demon will have no nourishment, the formation will collapse on its own, and he'll naturally suffer a backlash."
Gu Yan's words were righteous and impeccable.
But none of the people present knew.
This so-called thrilling experience, this so-called blockade front, is all just Gu Yan's grandstanding.
Every battle between the cultivators and the Blood Fiend Army on the border, every fallen corpse, and every drop of flowing blood would eventually flow silently into the blood pool of his avatar through the earth's veins.
In this way, he could openly and legitimately have the three major sects bring out all their resources and hand them over to him, the initiator of the Demon Extermination Alliance, for unified allocation and management.
Upon hearing this, Zhou Chongyue's eyes shone brightly.
"A brilliant plan! This plan is ingenious. It can prevent us old bones from falling into the trap, train the troops, and trap that devil. Young friend Gu is truly a genius."
The other elders in the main hall nodded in agreement, and even Li Gang, who had just suffered a setback, showed a look of complete acceptance.
This is currently the safest and most satisfying way.
"However, this Demon Extermination Alliance coordinates the resources of the entire Eastern Continent, which is of great importance. Since the major sects are not subordinate to each other, there must be a highly respected person who can command the respect of the masses to serve as the leader of this alliance and coordinate the overall situation."
Zhou Chongyue stroked his beard, his gaze fixed intently on Gu Yan.
Gu Yan laughed inwardly, but his face showed reluctance and a desire to decline.
"Elder Zhou is right. The position of alliance leader should naturally be held by Elder Zhou or Elder Mo of the Guixu Sect."
"No."
Zhou Chongyue waved his hand, his expression solemn.
"If I and Mo Laogui were to become the alliance leaders, neither of us could suppress the other, and there would inevitably be criticism from below. Young friend Gu, you have risked your life for Dongzhou and have the backing of a Nascent Soul cultivator. This position of alliance leader is rightfully yours. You only need to coordinate resources and make plans from the rear. Leave the fighting on the front lines to us old bones and our disciples."
"This... Changsheng is still recovering from serious injuries, I'm afraid it will be difficult for him to convince the public."
Gu Yan declined again.
"Anyone who dares to disobey, I'll be the first to cripple them."
Li Gang had now become a supporter of Gu Yan and roared loudly.
Looking at the fervent and determined eyes of the crowd, Gu Yan closed his eyes, took a deep breath, as if he had made an extremely difficult decision that required sacrificing his own interests.
He opened his eyes again, his gaze clear and filled with compassion and empathy.
"Since you seniors trust me so much, then I, Changsheng, will accept this heavy responsibility. I hereby swear that if I fail to quell the Great Yan demonic calamity and restore peace to the Eastern Continent, I, Changsheng, will gladly be struck by lightning and die."
Inside the main hall, the elders of the Cangxuan Sect were deeply moved and bowed in unison.
"We are willing to die for our leader."
Gu Yan stood in the center of the main hall, receiving the homage of these top experts from Dongzhou.
In the capital of the Great Yan Kingdom, there is a million Blood Fiend Puppets under the command of Hua Moyang.
In Dongzhou, he was about to gain control of vast sect resources and an army of countless cultivators.
The chessboard has been set up.
The pieces on both sides had already fallen into his palm.
For the rest of the time, he will hide in the absolute safety shell of the Demon-Slaying Alliance leader, enjoying the worship and offerings of the world while coldly watching this world being drained of its last bit of nourishment.
For the rest of the time, he will hide in the absolute safety shell of the Demon-Slaying Alliance leader, enjoying the worship and offerings of the world while coldly watching this world being drained of its last bit of nourishment.