Cui Wanchi, Xie Guangyuan, Shen Wannian, and others saw Mo Li, Zuo Wenjun, and several other Loose Cultivators from the Hidden Sect at the Divine Travel Realm appearing here. They concluded these individuals had also pledged allegiance to Yang Fei, or at least submitted to the Shen Zhou Court.
They secretly admired Shen Zhou’s methods while also feeling fortunate for not hesitating to submit to Yang Fei in the past. Now, even the Hidden Sect experts who had already stepped into the Divine Travel Realm have joined. For them, prisoners being valued by Yang Fei and gaining reliance and submission would not be considered shameful among peers in the Hidden Sect.
Yet Mo Li’s group’s appearance made the previous thirty-three people subtly worry about their status being affected. Cui Wanbang couldn’t help but ask, "Young Master Yang, is there something you came here to instruct us about today?"
"Indeed, since we came here, you’ve treated us well and even taught us the Nourishing God and Mind Stabilizing Method, giving us the opportunity to step into the Divine Travel Realm. Such great kindness and virtue, if we didn’t do something for you, we’d feel greatly indebted," Xie Guangyuan followed up.
It wasn’t merely flattery; after Yang Fei recruited them, he immediately provided them with tangible benefits. This generous demeanor left a deep impression and moved them greatly.
It’s said that the human heart is difficult to understand, but for most people, as long as you give sincerely, you can inspire sincerity in return.
Moreover, being part of Yang Fei’s following promises huge benefits for the future.
For the thirty-three individuals who previously chose the wrong side and became prisoners, following Yang Fei meant they could rise again, lead their respective families and sects to regain footing in the new era, and naturally, they were willing to go all out for a promising future.
Seeing these people declare their loyalty to Yang Fei, ready to go through fire and water for him, Zuo Wenjun, Mo Li, Chen Liangzhong, and the other five from the Hidden Sect, as well as Qin Huai’an, Qin Yanyang, and Huang Chengcheng, were all secretly amazed, looking at Yang Fei.
Unknowingly, who could have thought Yang Fei’s influence would become so strong?
Huang Chengcheng was initially shocked, then overjoyed.
The chosen successor, indeed.
With this boy leading the Taoists in the future, there’s no worry about not prospering.
The others showed more reverence towards Yang Fei.
Especially Qi Yan and Mo Yunhai, whose previous arrogance had vanished.
The times have changed.
Once lofty Hidden Sect experts now must be humble to this worldly young man, flattering him.
Yang Fei smiled and said, "I gathered all of you here because I genuinely wish to make friends. I also aim for a better integration of the Hidden Sect with Shen Zhou. We are all descendants of Yanhuang, and ought to unite to resist external enemies together."
"Young Master Yang, your righteousness is admirable, and I am sincerely convinced."
"Indeed, earlier we always felt the Hidden Sect should be superior, but now it’s clear we were gravely mistaken. We could hold a high position because we could safeguard Shen Zhou’s secular world. If we can’t protect its people, no matter how high our cultivation is, we will not be thanked by the populace, nor deserve to be high above."
"That’s right, if we want to enjoy high privileges, we must contribute accordingly."
Yang Fei listened and nodded in agreement, saying: "Indeed, as powerful Martial Artists, we may enjoy certain privileges, but we must understand who grants those privileges. Without the common people, where would our privileges come from? Hence, protecting this nation and its people is our mission as cultivators. We mustn’t be selfish, only caring for ourselves."
"Exactly, while enjoying rights, one must also fulfill one’s duties."
"Young Master Yang is absolutely correct."
Yang Fei loudly declared, "I’m glad that the venerable elders think this way. I came today to inform you that Heaven and the Penglai Realm have united and are about to launch a dark war against Shen Zhou. As far as I know, they have dispatched dozens of top-tier experts this time with the aim of killing all Martial Arts experts in Shen Zhou and then enslaving its people."
"Let them come. I’ve just stepped into the Divine Travel Realm and would like to test the level of Heaven and Penglai Realm’s experts now."
"Exactly, since a battle is inevitable, the sooner, the better."
"They must be courting death, daring to attack the Cloud Mist Mountain Array."
"Hahaha, they probably have no idea of the immense power the Cloud Mist Mountain Array holds."
Everyone expressed themselves.
Yang Fei saw their high spirits and indifferent demeanor, feeling a bit speechless.
He said solemnly, "Hear me out, venerable elders. The enemy’s lineup is strong this time, and we must not be careless. Comparatively, we have only seventeen Divine Travel Realm experts, while the top-tier experts on their side number twice ours. Although we have the Cloud Mist Mountain Array as support, if the enemy breaks through, the outcome is uncertain."
Qin Yanyang took the opportunity to add, "Indeed, while everyone’s morale is high, we mustn’t be blindly arrogant. The elites dispatched by Heaven and the Penglai Realm are well-prepared, and there’s a disparity in strength between us and them, so we can’t be careless."
After Yang Fei and Qin Yanyang spoke, the thirty-three individuals realized the issue was more serious than anticipated.
Among them, only six had entered the Divine Travel Realm, while the remaining twenty-seven were still in the Late-stage Innate Realm.
Though from a purely Body Realm perspective they were not overly afraid of the Divine Travel Realm, Divine Soul attacks from the Divine Travel Realm still held a crushing advantage over them.
Once a battle broke out, without Divine Travel Realm companions assisting them, in facing opponents of the Divine Travel Realm alone, Innate Realm fighters often required three to five people to contend against a single enemy, with definite heavy losses.
Seeing the crowd’s silence, Yang Fei continued, "And yet, don’t worry too much. This is the Cloud Mist Mountain Array base, after all. As long as we withstand this attack from the enemy, it won’t be easy for Heaven and the Penglai Realm to unite again.
Further, after repelling the enemy, as long as we gain some growth time, I believe we will quickly grow more strong experts. Before long, we can launch a counterattack and completely annihilate Heaven and the Penglai Realm, and final victory is inevitably ours."
"Indeed, the ultimate victory belongs to us."
"Rest assured, Brother Yang, even if it’s a desperate battle against tyranny, we won’t let Heaven and Penglai Realm’s coalition relish any spoils." ᴛʜɪs ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ ɪs ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ʙʏ novel fire.net
The previously downcast morale was lifted once more.
Qin Huai’an, Qin Yanyang, Zhu Tianshou, and others were also full of confidence.
Originally, the defense against strong enemies was shouldered by just six of them. Now with Mo Li’s group arriving, Yang Fei brings great surprises, having cultivated six new Divine Travel Realm experts, alongside another twenty-seven Late-stage Innate Realm Peak masters.
Their formation had become immensely powerful.
Even without the backing of the Cloud Mist Mountain Array, everyone felt they had the strength to fight.
After all, as top-tier experts, they possessed their own pride, always aiming high, never particularly considering Heaven and the Penglai Realm’s experts seriously.
Only Yang Fei and Qin Yanyang knew Heaven and the Penglai Realm’s top-tier experts were genuinely formidable.
This battle hinges on whether Chris’s side can truly bring surprises.
Otherwise, even with the Cloud Mist Mountain Array as a pillar, it would be an enormous pressure for them, with slim odds of success.