Chapter 467: Raise an Army for a Thousand Years, Use It for a Day
The Yuelong Island outpost looks extremely simple, built with blue stone slabs and consisting of only a few houses.
However, Li Weiyi sensed the complex and profound formations on the ground, in the air, and underground, making them absolutely impenetrable. Without Liu Ye leading the way, he and Tang Zhan would most likely not even be able to enter.
The back of the outpost was shrouded in white fog, which rose and fell, as if something was hidden.
Two figures, one big and one small, appeared before Li Weiyi and Tang Zhan.
The younger one is Qin Lao, an ancient hermit from the Jiuli Hidden Sect.
Old Qin's body was skinny, his eye sockets were sunken, and there was a deep scar on his wrinkled face.
The other figure was a monstrous immortal from the northern border. He had a human head, a snake body, and a dragon tail. He had arms and stood six or seven meters tall, his scales radiating a metallic sheen.
The cultivation direction of the deformed race is actually to transform into a dragon.
Every time they break through a major realm, they must swallow the blood of a different ancient immortal beast to increase their physical transformation. In this way, they can improve their innate physical deficiencies and have the opportunity to pursue higher realms and longer lifespans.
The higher the level of martial arts cultivation of the deformed race, the more types of blood of ancient immortal beasts they swallow, which is enough to raise their combat power to a level that is not inferior to that of pure immortal bodies.
If one could obtain the blood of a high-quality ancient beast, or, like Yin Shiyi, obtain the mysterious power associated with the dragon, one could even catch up with the inheritor at the same level of combat power.
"Senior Tuoba, you are actually a sentinel?"
Tang Zhan saluted the deformed human being opposite him with great respect.
Tuoba Tao's human head with long hair chuckled. "Since we last met in the Northern Netherland, it's been seven or eight years, right? Wanna have a chat?"
Most of the immortality giants in the Snow Sword Tang Court did not know Tang Zhan's identity, but Tuoba Tao knew it.
This shows how close their relationship is.
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In Qiuzhou City, after Qin Lao severely injured Li Weiyi with a sword, creating the illusion that Zu Tian was deposed, they never saw each other again.
Old Qin, his hands clasped behind his back and slightly hunched, strolled ahead. "It's recruiting season for the Sentinel Army in the Lingxiao Habitat again, and you're the first one I recommend. Do you know why?"
Li Weiyi shook his head slightly.
Qin Laodao said: "In fact, those who are Hidden Nine, Hidden Eleven, or Hidden Five, Hidden One, are also qualified to participate in the selection. However, they don't have to join the Sentinel Army. The Jiuli Hidden Sect can protect them and provide them with what they need for future training."
"But you can't. You must have the support of the Sentinel Army."
"Now that it's just the two of us, old and young, let's not talk about those empty talk and talk about some practical things."
"With your talent and potential, you must reach the Longevity Realm. The pond in the Lingxiao Living Realm is too small. If a true dragon is born, it will be seen at once and easily snatched away."
"The higher your cultivation level, the higher the chance of something going wrong."
"If you leave the Lingxiao Habitat without the support of a powerful background, you will be unable to move forward. Many people may use unconventional means to deal with you."
"The Sentinel Army can't protect you like a flower in a room or a girl in a boudoir, but they can provide you with a roof over your head. They can allow you to gain more fairness and more protection from the rules in this unfair world."
"We are not royal nobles, nor are we descendants of the Yi clan. Joining the army is the best way to protect ourselves and advance. We also have the opportunity to obtain the precious resources used by the royal nobles. We also have the same level of Taoist techniques and classics as the ancient sects."
"If you go to the major human kingdoms as a Sentinel, at least no one will dare to treat you unfairly and openly. Even if they come covertly, someone will definitely investigate thoroughly and seek justice."
"Without such an important identity... Well, I'm very pessimistic anyway. I don't want anything to happen to you. I hope our Shenyin people can grow up and become transcendent, becoming powerful people who laugh at the world. If the Jiuli tribe gets even a little bit of glory, it's like building a golden body."
Li Weiyi could sense Qin Lao's care and concern, and asked, "What's the difference between the Shaoling Army and the Du'e Temple?"
"Back then, I fully supported not letting you go to Du'e Temple."
Master Qin said, "The Du'e Temple's philosophy of teaching without discrimination is certainly commendable, but it also provides some people with opportunities to exploit. Over the years, the internal forces have become complex, with various parties vying for interests. Factions like the Demon Nation now hold a significant voice within Du'e Temple."
"The living space for pure Taoist martial artists is becoming increasingly narrow."
"With your talent, entering Du'e Temple at that time was full of uncertainty."
"Isn't Yao Yin very dangerous?" Li Weiyi said.
Old Master Qin said, "Yao Yin entered the temple with the cultivation level of Yongquan Realm, which is still different. By the time she revealed her extraordinary talent, she had already been accepted as a registered disciple by the temple master. With such a strong protection, who would dare to touch her easily?"
"Don't think too highly of people, and don't think too badly of them. In fact, the vast majority are normal people. They simply make different decisions for the sake of profit, fame, spiritual practice, survival, dignity, and spiritual pursuits."
"Interests don't just refer to narrow self-interests, but also family interests, and the interests of the nation and family."
"The pursuit of fame isn't always hypocritical or negative. Who wouldn't want it? If you want it, you have to be positive and have to exercise some degree of self-discipline."
Qin Lao continued, "You asked me what the difference is between the Sentinel Army and the Du'e Temple. In my opinion, the Sentinel Army is much purer. Because, those who dare to join the Sentinel Army and dare to silently contribute in the Netherworld have already screened out the vast majority of villains and those with bad intentions."
"The first principle of recruiting soldiers for the Sentinel Army is this spirit of righteousness and responsibility. Secondly, other factors such as cultivation talent are considered."
"The Netherworld is not Yuntian Fairyland or Xiaoyaojing. It doesn't have so many flowers and flowers and fame and fortune."
Li Weiyi asked, "I heard that the Sentinel Army was founded by the human race's high-ranking officials?"
Elder Qin nodded. "This is the result of a discussion among the most prominent figures in the human race. Therefore, the rulers of each major nation and habitat regularly contribute funds and secretly support the Sentinel Army."
"For the past thousand years, Lingxiao Habitat has been funded by Lingxiao Palace."
"When Lord Lan began mobilizing his troops during the recent riot in Lingxiao Habitat, the Sentinel Army also alerted the imperial court and the various major clans. Of course, Lord Lan's territory is right next to Lingxiao Habitat, so the imperial court's martial artists patrolling the borders were able to detect any unusual movements on their own."
"The Sentinel Army is only there to discover problems in advance and provide early warnings."
“Solving the problem is not our job.”
"In fact, strictly speaking, we only have one mission. That is to spread the news a year, a month, or a day in advance when a catastrophe brewing in the depths of the Netherworld that could wipe out the entire human race."
"Raise an army for a thousand years, but only use it for a day."
“I hope that day will never come.”
Afterwards, Qin Lao and Li Weiyi talked about Dongxu Camp, cursed monsters, and recruiting soldiers.
"The Sentinel Army recruits soldiers in a certain proportion based on the population of the habitat. For the entire Lingxiao habitat, we estimate that only about ten to twenty people will be recruited this time. The specific number needs to be discussed later."
"We're here to keep watch, not to fight. We don't need so many people."
In Li Weiyi's opinion, this is not a small amount.
After all, those recruited are outstanding figures of the younger generation.
Cultivation talent ranks second in the recruitment assessment, which shows how much importance it holds.
Qin Laodao said, "The service time and free time of the Sentinel Army are 50-50. For example, if you carry out missions in the Nether Realm for a year, you can return to the Living Realm to practice and live for a year. Of course, if there is an emergency call-up, no matter where you are, you must return to the camp immediately."
"At the same time, your status as a Sentinel Army soldier does not affect your status in the Habitat."
"In the camp, we are all comrades. Back in the living world, it is entirely possible that we will draw our swords against each other because of family disputes or sect fights."
Li Weiyi said, "Actually, I'm very curious about the attitude of the human leaders towards the conflicts between habitats."
"With your current level of cultivation, there's absolutely no need to consider this issue. After considering the conflicts between habitats, do you also need to consider the conflicts between families? The conflicts within families? Wherever there are people, there will be conflicts. The conflict that took place in Lingxiao Habitat has existed in the past, exists now, and will continue in the future. It's the same in every habitat, and in every Netherworld."
"That's all I can tell you about the Sentinel Army," said Master Qin. "You and Tang Zhan don't need to take the next test. Just nod and you can join the camp directly."
"You don't have to decide now. There's still some time before the others' assessments. Once you've thought it through, you can come to me or report to the outpost."
"Of course, don't tell anyone else about the Sentinel Army. This includes Lord Yin and me, as they are not Sentinel spirits. If their identities are revealed, they might be assassinated by the Dead Spirits."
During the subsequent conversation, Qin Lao informed Li Weiyi that the sentry from the Dongxu Camp had gone deep into the East China Sea. He warned Li Weiyi that the excavation of the ancient dragon remains might involve deceased spirits, so he advised caution.
Liu Ye sent Li Weiyi and Tang Zhan out of the outpost and appeared on the north cliff of Yuelong Island.
The north cliff is towering, with cliffs hundreds of feet high.
On one side is the tranquility of the moon rising over the sea and the waves crashing against the rocks. On the other side is the still bustling and noisy harbor of Haishi, with thousands of lights.
Liu Ye reminded him, "It's best not to use the identity of Liu Fengshu anymore. Dao Gong's strength below the Immortal Realm is far beyond your imagination."
"Thank you, Brother Liu, for the reminder."
After separating, Li Weiyi and Tang Zhan put on their invisible night clothes and strode towards Haishi.
Yuelong Island is neither big nor small, and strong men from all sides gather here. The sound of breaking wind can be heard in the night sky at any time.
"Where is the young master?"
Li Weiyi really wanted to meet Tang Wanzhou and ask her to drive the jade boat to the bottom of the Fusang sacred tree to collect the polar daylight dew and become an eight-star spiritual master.
With his current cultivation level, even if he drove the Jade Boat, he would not be able to return to the Blood Mud Space before the Golden Crow went out to sea.
Tang Zhan said, "Young Master is preparing for the banquet to select the generals."
"What banquet to appoint generals?" Li Weiyi asked.
Tang Zhan said, "Don't you know? In this resource scramble, Shaojun is the leader of the younger generation of Lingxiao Habitat. She has the final say on all matters under the Great Immortal."
"The Banquet is where all the heroes of Lingxiao Habitat gather to coordinate and arrange the next specific matters."
"For example, how to deal with the revenge of the Western demon tribe."
"How can I absorb more of the Six-clawed Immortal Dragon's energy in the gap between Daogong and Du'e Temple?"
Even Tang Zhan, a supremely gifted and hidden person, expressed admiration. "No matter how the internal struggles unfold within the Living Realm, at crucial moments, the transcendents of the Living Realm will still have to rely on the Young Master. In terms of talent, wisdom, and martial arts, only she is up to the task."
(End of this chapter)
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