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The Legend of the Immortals Prequel: Wilderness Journey
Beside them, Tian Buyi, Zeng Shuchang, and Shang Zhengliang all nodded in agreement, saying in unison, "That's right, Wan Shixiong, you must not take risks lightly!"
Ten Thousand Swords in One waved his hand, his expression calm and indifferent, saying, "I understand your concerns. However, looking at the current situation, it seems that this step cannot be avoided. The elite of the Demonic Cult are gathered here; even if our strategies succeed and we draw some of the Demonic Cult experts from the Main Hall to assist, I estimate that we can only lure out half at most. If there are more than that, it would be a help. The Main Hall is simply too close to the Shura Tower; without someone to divert their attention, destroying the Shura Tower would be a fool's dream."
Azure Pine and Tian Buyi were left speechless, yet their faces still showed signs of agitation. No one present was foolish; everyone knew that among the five assigned tasks, the one involving the Main Hall was undoubtedly the most dangerous. The other four could potentially allow for ambushes or opportunities to escape amidst chaos. However, going to the Main Hall meant facing numerous Demonic Cult experts head-on, a peril that was almost beyond words.
Yet when Ten Thousand Swords in One spoke up, he assigned this most dangerous task to himself.
For a moment, the four looked at each other in silence. After a while, Tian Buyi suddenly stepped forward and said solemnly, "Wan Shixiong, you carry a heavy responsibility and are a great talent; how can you risk yourself? It would be foolish of me not to recognize your importance. Since you value me and have nurtured me with care, I am willing to take this journey for you."
Before he finished speaking, Azure Pine also stood up proudly and looked at Ten Thousand Swords in One, saying word by word, "Wan Shixiong, let me go!"
Ten Thousand Swords in One waved his hand to stop Tian Buyi and Azure Pine and also halted Zeng Shuchang and Shang Zhengliang, who were eager to follow. He said seriously, "Brothers, I understand your intentions. We have shared life and death together; our bond is strong. However, we must prioritize the bigger picture. There are many experts from the Demonic Cult in the Main Hall; we must delay them as much as possible to give the Shura Tower a chance to act. This task cannot rely solely on bravery. Trust me this once; do not contest my decision any further."
At this point, there was no room for negotiation. Azure Pine and Tian Buyi gritted their teeth and lowered their heads in silence.
Ten Thousand Swords in One then said, "Aside from my journey to the Main Hall, here are the arrangements: Tian Shidi will go to Mother Mary Sermon Hall; Shang Shidi will head to Reincarnation Hall; Senior Brother Zeng will be responsible for Hall of Law, Merit Hall, and Ming Wang Hell Hall. You three should prepare flammable materials; if you have extra strength while passing by other halls, you can set them ablaze as well. In short, make as much noise as possible. Finally, Azure Pine, you will go near the Shura Tower outside the Main Hall; find a hidden place to lie in wait for an opportunity. When chaos erupts from the fires in various halls after I enter the Main Hall, the guards under the Shura Tower will surely panic and rush to assist; you can then swiftly approach and destroy it."
Azure Pine was taken aback and exclaimed in surprise, "You want me to destroy the tower?" His expression turned serious as he continued, "Wan Shixiong, although I am not talented, I am confident that my skills are not inferior to others. Please allow me to go into the halls and fight enemies to assist you!"
The five members of Azure Cloud Sect split into five paths; naturally, Ten Thousand Swords in One's journey to the Main Hall was the most perilous while it seemed that going towards the Shura Tower was relatively easier. The other four paths aimed to attract Demonic Cult experts so that they could exploit an opportunity when the area around the Shura Tower was empty before attempting destruction. If fortunate enough, they might even approach Demon Tower without any defenses. Azure Pine had always been proud; even at this moment of life and death crisis, he was unwilling to take advantage of what seemed like an easy task. Perhaps witnessing his most admired Wan Shixiong bravely facing danger stirred his emotions deeply; he felt ashamed that going towards Shura Tower appeared too easy.
Ten Thousand Swords in One glanced at Azure Pine and then looked at the other three, but saw that everyone’s expressions were generous, showing no signs of fear. He nodded and finally turned his gaze back to Azure Pine, saying in a deep voice, “Azure Pine, listen to me. The most crucial part of this operation is not the invasion and arson by the great halls, nor my solo venture into the Main Hall, but rather under this Shura Tower. Why are we risking our lives? It is to destroy this Demon Tower. Therefore, this place is truly critical. You are the one among the four with the highest cultivation level besides me, so I entrust this heavy responsibility to you. Do you understand?”
Azure Pine's body trembled slightly, and before he could speak, Ten Thousand Swords in One continued, “The four of us act for you. When that day comes, after we draw away the people of the Demonic Cult, there will surely be fierce battles, but everything will depend on what you do here. As long as the Demon Tower stands, we will fight to the death; once the Demon Tower is destroyed, you will give a long howl as a signal, and we will wait for an opportunity to escape. Will you take on this heavy responsibility?”
Azure Pine's face turned pale instantly, and even his body trembled slightly. His gaze shifted from Ten Thousand Swords in One to Tian Buyi, Zeng Shuchang, and Shang Zhengliang, and at that moment, it seemed even breathing was difficult for him. He felt a lump in his throat that he couldn’t express.
Ten Thousand Swords in One stared at him with a carefree smile. When Azure Pine’s gaze met those of the remaining three, Tian Buyi stepped forward first, his expression solemn and resolute. He said, “Azure Pine Senior Brother, just follow Wan Shixiong’s instructions. Although we often bicker on ordinary days, no matter how many Demonic Cult Monsters there are, we will block them all for you.” With that, he laughed heartily and patted his chest vigorously, making a loud sound. “Even if they want to reach under the Shura Tower, they must step over my old Tian’s fat body!”
Zeng Shuchang nodded and said solemnly, “Senior Brother, just go ahead and do it.”
Shang Zhengliang added, “Azure Pine Senior Brother, everything relies on you.”
Azure Pine clenched his teeth tightly, his body trembling as he felt a surge of hot blood boiling within him like flames scorching his heart. He seemed to see waves of blood seas right before his eyes while his fellow disciples fought desperately within it, blood splattering everywhere. However, with the blazing sun shining brightly in the clear sky, all illusions vanished. He looked up suddenly and let out a low roar; his tiger-like eyes reddened as he sternly shouted, “Good!”
“A man should not fear anything! Brothers’ heavy trust—I will accept it all! When the time comes for great matters in the future, I will give my all; if there is even a slight mistake, I would have no face to meet you all again. This life of mine shall never be stolen!”
With heavy words and urgency in his tone, as soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly drew his sword with a swift motion. A sharp whistle pierced through the air as he cut into his left palm with the blade, blood gushing forth. He clenched his fist to wipe away the blood and faced everyone with a resolute demeanor, loudly declaring, “If I break this oath, let me die without a burial place!”
(Another chapter coming soon! For myself and for those who voted!)
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