Chapter 281: Chapter 261: Trying to Prove Longevity

Translator: 549690339

Initially, some skeptical cultivators did not heed the warning issued by the Alliance of Thousands of Immortals.

They persisted in their own ways, relying on their cultivation techniques for concealment, and attempted to infiltrate Jiushan Province surreptitiously.

However, the God Transforming cultivators appointed this time to suppress the situation really came prepared.

They joined forces and set up a Great Array, enveloping the entire Jiushan Province.

This array technique does not focus on killing but is capable of automatically marking the cultivators of the Five Elders’ Organization within the array.

The principle behind it is unknown, but as long as a monk from the Five Elders Organization steps into it,

A burst of light, soaring to the sky, will lock onto them.

Regardless of how they try to hide, they would be as clear as a candle in the darkness.

With this, the God Transforming cultivators didn’t need to lift a finger.

The rats infiltrating Jiushan Province were ripped to shreds by the swarming cultivators of the Alliance of Thousands of Immortals.

This kind of array that can identify the identities of cultivators from both sides had never appeared before.

It didn’t even make an appearance in the previous Celestial Spirit State War.

This debut performance has been extraordinarily effective.

The Five Elders Organization seems to have some difficulty finding a solution for a while, and they’re not prepared for another full-scale conflict.

So they decided to lay low for now, not taking more aggressive measures.

However, they don’t seem to have given up their plans to explore the Chaoyuan Sect entirely.

They have amassed troops at the border of Jiushan Province, posing as though they’re on the verge of invasion.

The situation is tense on the front lines, with a major battle about to erupt.

Meanwhile, in the secure rear of the Alliance of Thousands of Immortals, the motive of the Five Elders Organization’s recent actions has become a hot topic among the cultivators.

Under normal circumstances, the two sides just ended a major battle not long ago, resulting in countless casualties.

This should be a period of peace and recovery.

Yet, the Five Elders Organization is aggravating the situation in an abnormal manner.

What’s their purpose?

Moreover, the last battle was because of the exceptional Five Elements Great Cave Heaven.

So, why are they facing off against each other this time?

After extensive discussion and analysis, there seems to be only two possibilities.

The first is that there is indeed some kind of precious treasure within the ruins of the Chaoyuan Sect.

The Five Elders Organization is willing to go to war with the Alliance of Thousands of Immortals in order to seize it.

The second reason could be that what’s happening in Jiushan Province is just a smokescreen by the Five Elders Organization to confuse others.

They’re creating a big commotion to attract the Alliance of Thousands of Immortals’ attention, under the pretense of investigating the historical ruins.

The real target, however, lies elsewhere.

No matter what their purpose is, it’s certain that the Five Elders Organization are up to no good.

For the majority of Refining Energy and Foundation Establishment cultivators, the war seems a bit remote.

After all, even the war of the scale like the previous Celestial Spirit State War, didn’t require them to participate.

Yet, after the war, the benefits brought by the decrease in the cost of cultivation techniques are real and tangible.

Consequently, most of them are constantly following the details of the event with a mix of anxiety and anticipation.

“Chaoyuan Sect…”

Over in Misthaven Ocean, the situation hasn’t escalated yet to require the services of array repair staff.

Li Fan is still in the Tianxuan Mirror, collecting and examining information about new incidents.

“From the information obtained from those who successfully explored the ruins of the Chaoyuan Sect and returned safely, it seems to be just an ordinary ruin. Besides being a bit large, there appears to be nothing particularly remarkable.”

“The only strange part is that the land within the ruin is flat. It doesn’t look like a ruin that has been around for thousands of years.”

“There are no traces of battles, no remains of fallen cultivators.”

“Even the majority of the prohibition inside the Sect Ruins are in an untriggered state.”

“It’s as if the cultivators of the Chaoyuan Sect vanished in an instant. The Sect itself seemed to travel through thousand years of time, appearing in the present.”

“It is said that several God Transforming cultivators of the Alliance of Ten Thousand Immortals also went in to investigate. Sadly, they seemed to have found nothing of significance.”

“Hmm, interesting…”

Li Fan’s eyes flashed with intrigue.

It’s clear to the discerning eye that there’s something strange about the Chaoyuan Sect.

However, even the God Transforming cultivators failed in their investigation, it must be extremely dangerous.

“I hope that the outcome of this world will reveal itself before I [Real]. Then I can get a head start in the next life.”

Just as Li Fan was quietly waiting for the next development,

His clone received an urgent message from Jiao Xiuyuan.

It turns out, he could no longer wait and planned to hold the first auction of the Little Pharma Sovereign Cauldron.

“I’ve been setting this up for so long, and I’ve spent the money that should be spent. Seeing that there’s about to be another battle, I can’t wait any longer!”

Jiao Xiuyuan complained.

“Although hosting it now when the cultivators might still not have a lot of surplus– it’s better than dragging it out for a few more years and not being able to break even.”

“I invested a lot into promoting the Little Pharma Sovereign Cauldron. If I delay it any longer, I won’t be able to turn my funds over.”

Whether or not he was truly having difficulty with cash flow might not be entirely true, but Li Fan agreed with his decision.

If he doesn’t sell the Little Pharma Sovereign Cauldrons in his possession before the emergence of the real Medicine King Cauldron, these small cauldrons will no longer represent priceless goods but instead a huge problem.

I’m afraid that even Jiao Xiuyuan wouldn’t be able to handle it well by then.

“For the first auction, I’ve chosen to host it in the Heavenly China State. It’s also located within the territory of the Alliance of Thousands of Immortals, connected to eight provinces including Tianyu Province. The cultivators in the state are generally richer compared to other states.”

“Would you like to come and observe the event?”

Jiao Xiuyuan considered the strategist behind the business plan rather important.

So, he extended an invitation to Li Fan.

Li Fan gently refused with a smile, “With such a grand event, it’s unnecessary for a small Foundation Establishment cultivator like me to go and join in the excitement.”

“I wish you success in making the Little Pharma Sovereign Cauldron renowned.”

Even though Jiao Xiuyuan felt a bit of regret, he didn’t insist.

“By the way, how does Jiao view the recent movements of the Five Elders Organization?” Li Fan suddenly asked.

“The Five Elders Organization?” Jiao Xiuyuan paused for a moment, tilted his head in thought as if receiving some information.

After a while, he finally replied, “Personally, I believe the Five Elders Organization is showing a sort of a probing tendency this time.”

“Probing? Could you explain further?” Li Fan showed interest and asked for more details.

Jiao Xiuyuan lowered his voice, “Let’s discuss this privately. Please don’t share it with others.”

“I have a special source that says a Unity Immortal Monarch in the Alliance of Thousands of Immortals is trying to [Contrary to the Logic of Heaven and Earth], aiming to attain the Fruit of Eternal Life.”

“This Immortal has good relations with other Unity-Path Experts in the Alliance, and reportedly has asked numerous others for help, their whereabouts unknown.”

“I guess that the Five Elders Organization got some sort of hint and wants to apply some pressure to probe the validity of the information.”

“The change in Jiushan Province is just an appetizer. If everything goes as expected, the bigger stuff is yet to come.”

At first, Li Fan imputed the Unity Path Expert mentioned by Jiao Xiuyuan to be Immortal Lan Yu from Dao Origin State.

However, the subsequent descriptions clearly do not fit Lan Yu.

“Another one attempting to reach the Immortal Realm?” Li Fan felt a stir in his heart.

However, doubts quickly sprang up in his mind.

“This Immortal wants to break through and has asked friends for assistance? Isn’t he afraid…” Li Fan did not finish his sentence, but his concern was very clear.