Rising from Small Cloud Rain Technique

“According to the records, the Wulan Mountain region does not belong to a major True Demon force; however, it now seems to have become the territory of a powerful entity. The hunting will continue until the full eruption of the True Demon Tribulation, and the entire Wulan Mountain area will become increasingly dangerous. But one thing is certain: only one High-Tier True Demon participates in the hunt in each area. This means that the most dangerous enemy you will face in the future is the True Demon that ambushed Master Wuxuan. This region is its hunting ground; either the forces of cultivators are completely driven out, or it dies—only these two outcomes can end the slaughter. However, even if it ends, it is temporary; the True Demon forces will send new hunters.”

Pingtian True Monarch revealed news unknown to the people, leaving the room in silence.

Yun Yan Daoist Master furrowed her brows, speaking solemnly:

“The True Demon has formidable strength; from the situation at Black Wind Ridge Fortress, very few cultivators can contend with it. If patrols continue and this kind of enemy focuses on us, the Low-Tier Disciples will assuredly suffer heavy losses. I am willing to lead the team personally, but given the enemy’s tactics over the past few days, it always chooses to target the weaker ones first. Using that approach, it would be hard for me to protect the ordinary disciples.”

This kind of enemy is the most troublesome, gradually weakening Black Wind Ridge’s defensive forces.

Yun Yan Daoist Master lowered her head, struggling to say:

“True Monarch, can I ask for your help in eliminating the enemy?”

She was reluctant to make this request, as it meant admitting the inability to offer any solution to the current situation—but not asking would mean greater losses for Black Wind Ridge.

After yesterday’s battle, she understood that if the enemy chooses to flee, her chances of catching it in the Demon Fog are very slim.

Moreover, the Demon Fog Region is the True Demon’s territory; if she ventures too deep, she might end up as the hunted instead of the hunter.

“That’s why I’m here, but don’t hold too much hope.”

Pingtian True Monarch sighed imperceptibly, explaining:

“Even for a Nascent Soul Cultivator, the range of exploration within the Demon Fog is not far.

For example, my Divine Sense can only probe a range of a mere four hundred feet beyond, the oppressive force of the Demon Fog on Divine Sense is simply too strong.

The True Demon Realm and the Cultivation Realm have waged multiple wars; the enemy is also advancing, possessing means to detect Divine Sense fluctuations from High-Tier cultivators.

During my investigation, it is highly possible that the True Demons might spot me and evade; additionally, they may have other means to interfere with exploration.

Furthermore, I can only remain here for two days, and whether successful or not, I’ll have to return.

Unless there is focused investigation in a particular area, the likelihood of discovering a target is not high.

Pingtian True Monarch has probed other fortress regions but uniformly found no targets.

If leaving the Demon Fog Region, his effective exploration range extends to twelve hundred feet, with much greater detection precision.

In the Demon Fog Region, the farther the Divine Sense extends from the body, the more interference it receives, hence it’s hard for cultivators of the same realm to be a match for True Demons of the same tier.

The enemy can initiate attacks, while the cultivators must withstand them before retaliating—sometimes missing the first move means being overwhelmed from start to finish.

Yun Yan Daoist Master cupped her hand apologetically, “Having True Monarch intervene is indeed a blessing for Black Wind Ridge.”

Pingtian True Monarch waved indifferently, “I am fully aware of the predicament each fortress faces; the higher-ups will not allow everyone to engage in meaningless consumption. Concerns involve the fate of the entire Cultivation Realm—every bit of combat power is precious.”

His face lit up with a smile, adding:

“The efforts of everyone defending over the years have not been entirely in vain; the Yin Beads obtained from hunting demon lords are a highly valuable Artifact Refining Material, which can be refined into Yin Thunder Beads. The explosive power of a Tier Three Yin Thunder Bead is equivalent to the Thunder Technique invoked by a cultivator at the Great Success Level. Although it doesn’t sound very powerful, simultaneously triggering multiple Yin Thunder Beads can create a chain explosion effect. Most important is that artifact refiners have experimented with formulas, using Tier One and Tier Two Yin Beads as raw materials to craft Tier Three Yin Thunder Beads. You can calculate how many Yin Beads can be obtained daily to realize how vast our war potential is.”

His words sparked enthusiasm among the group, including Master Miaohua, Moyun Daoist Master, and Yun Yan Daoist Master, whose eyes gleamed with excitement.

Ji An’s eyes also showed a flash of delight; Yin Thunder Beads, equating to Tier Three Middle Grade Thunder Talismans, made predominantly with Yin Beads, suggest that material scarcity will not be a future concern.

The low cost yet decent power of such a weapon, rendering it suitable for extensive use, holds substantial practical significance.

Wan Jinrong wore a cheerful smile; as an outstanding Artifact Refiner, the possession of such strategically meaningful items underscored his importance even further.

Pingtian True Monarch seeing the gloomy morale rejuvenated, secretly nodded, speaking again:

“However, given the crucial nature of the Yin Thunder Beads, higher-ups have decided not to expose them yet and wait until the full eruption of the True Demon Tribulation to welcome those invading True Demons to the Cultivation Realm properly.”

The initial thirty to forty years of the True Demon Tribulation’s complete eruption is the most arduous and pressured time for the Cultivation Realm.

Crafting and accumulating vast quantities of Yin Thunder Beads to severely crush the arrogance of the True Demons, leading to significant battle losses among them, naturally alleviates the subsequent pressure.

Additionally, several Daoist Monarch level of Artifact Refiners are researching whether Yin Thunder Beads can be produced at Tier Four; achieving success in that regard would certainly be a cause for universal celebration.

Yun Yan Daoist Master’s joy instantly diminished significantly—as no matter how excellent the methods are, if they can’t be utilized now, they won’t impact the current situation.