Becoming an Immortal and Ancestor, Starting from the Clan-protecting Divine Beast

168: Chapter 170 The Choice ArrivesLuoyun Mountain, Grand Deliberation Hall.

Chen Fufeng sat at the head seat, and main lineage Disciples such as Chen Zhuhong, Chen Zhuqing, and Chen Zhuyuan were all gathered here.

Chen Xianlin and his sister, along with Chen Xianting—three Disciples of the Xian Generation—were also present. They had all achieved Foundation Establishment and were currently the mainstays of the Chen Family.

As for Chen Zhuyun, who was equivalent to a Foundation Establishment Peak Great Cultivator, it would still take some time for him to rush back to the Chen Family from Liyuan Commandery City.

However, he had already informed them via a communication jade talisman that he was bringing the martial arts hall Disciples back toward the Chen Family.

Liyuan Commandery City had also received news that the Beast Tide was imminent, and many families abandoned their foundations just to escape faster.

Among the various Purple Mansion Factions, only the Jieyang Sect was willing to stay and resist the Beast Tide; the others were preparing to evacuate.

Because this Beast Tide was extraordinary; the number of Purple Mansion-level Yao Beasts was more than could be counted on two hands, and several Purple Mansion True Persons had already perished beneath the Beast Tide.

Immortal Master Moke, who was stationed at the Chen Family’s Super-Giant Red Copper Mine, was one of the Purple Mansion masters who perished, truly having terrible luck.

“Have the messages all been sent out?”

Chen Fufeng looked at his children.

Given the Chen Family’s current strength and foundation, resisting the Beast Tide alone would be too strenuous.

The current plan is to unite the various factions within Luoyun City and resist the Beast Tide together—that is the proper course of action.

“Father, the messages have all been sent out. As for how many people choose to stay, we don’t know.”

Chen Zhuhong replied.

In the face of a life-or-death crisis, the Chen Family could not force people to stay and defend the city. If they did, those people might cause trouble out of resentment, leading to the collapse of the defense line.

Just as they were talking.

Swish! Swish! Swish!

Streaks of rainbow light descended, and Foundation Establishment Great Cultivators appeared on the White Jade Plaza. They had all received news that the Beast Tide was approaching.

Their expressions were solemn, and some with poor Heart-Nature even had shaky legs.

Some of them had thought about running away, but facing a super great Beast Tide mixed with numerous Purple Mansion Demon Kings, they couldn’t run far anyway. It was more practical to follow the Chen Family and resist the Beast Tide.

Of course, there were also cowards who, the moment they received the news, immediately slipped away and fled toward Xuan Prefecture City.

Soon, the seven Purple Mansion True Persons residing in Luoyun City arrived at Luoyun Mountain almost simultaneously.

The seven Purple Mansion True Persons walked straight into the Grand Deliberation Hall.

Since the situation was urgent, etiquette and rules were worthless.

Among these seven Purple Mansion True Persons, there was one Late-stage Purple Mansion, two Mid-stage Purple Mansion, and the remaining four were Early Stage Purple Mansion masters with one or two Divine Abilities.

“Greetings to the Old Chen Family Head, Fellow Daoist Huohong.”

The leader cupped his hands toward Chen Fufeng and Chen Zhuhong.

“Immortal Master Xun Zhou, you are too kind. How do you view this Beast Tide?”

Chen Fufeng got straight to the point and asked directly.

“According to the news this old man received, the Beast Tide that erupted in the Tianli Mountain Range this time is the largest since the founding of Great Qi. It was initiated by a Golden Core Demon Monarch deep within the Tianli Mountain Range, and the number of Purple Mansion-level Demon Kings is likely no less than a hundred.”

True Person Xun Zhou spoke in a deep voice, his expression somewhat grim.

Hearing this, everyone exchanged glances and finally fell silent.

A Beast Tide initiated by a Golden Core Demon Monarch was not something they, Purple Mansion and Foundation Establishment Cultivators, could handle.

“Everyone, I think we should evacuate immediately. If the green hills remain, there will always be wood to burn.”

One of the seven Purple Mansion True Persons spoke up. His Daoist title was Changliu, and he possessed Mid-stage Purple Mansion cultivation.

“This old man agrees.”

Another Mid-stage Purple Mansion Immortal Master, Yunmu, chimed in agreement.

Following the declaration of these two, two of the remaining four Early Stage Purple Mansion Immortal Masters also believed that evacuation was the most suitable option.

“Yuangu, Yuxi, are you two not planning to leave?”

True Person Xun Zhou looked at the two Early Stage Purple Mansion Immortal Masters who had remained silent.

“Apologies, Elder Brother Xun Zhou, but my wife and I have decided to stay and deal with the Beast Tide alongside the Chen Family.”

Immortal Master Yuangu first cupped his hands toward True Person Xun Zhou, then looked at Chen Fufeng, who was seated at the head, and made his choice.

Immortal Master Yuxi, standing beside him, held his hand, a look of determination flashing in her eyes. She said, “My husband’s attitude is my attitude.”

“In that case, I wish both Fellow Daoists good fortune and Heavenly protection, hoping you can survive the Beast Tide.”

Before True Person Xun Zhou could speak, Immortal Master Changliu dropped that remark and left the Grand Deliberation Hall.

Immortal Master Yunmu and the other two Early Stage Purple Mansion Immortal Masters exchanged glances, took advantage of the situation, and quickly excused themselves.

“May I ask if True Person Xun Zhou intends to stay or leave?”

Chen Fufeng asked.

Everyone’s gaze fell upon True Person Xun Zhou.

“This old man is already old and has lived very comfortably in Luoyun City. How can I tolerate those savage Yao Beasts coming to destroy it?”

True Person Xun Zhou stroked his whitening beard and laughed heartily, his meaning self-evident.

“Fufeng thanks the Immortal Master.”

Chen Fufeng stood up and bowed to True Person Xun Zhou.

“It seems this old man came out of seclusion at just the right time.”

Just then, a voice rang out, and an elder wearing a fire-patterned robe slowly walked into the hall.

“Grandpa Feng Cong.”

Huang Shanrou saw the newcomer and bounced over like a rabbit.

“You girl, how old are you, acting so childishly.”

Great Master Feng Cong affectionately patted Huang Shanrou on the head.

“The Great Master had a Breakthrough?”

True Person Xun Zhou asked in surprise.

“I had a realization while performing Alchemy a few years ago and managed to engrave the Fourth Divine Ability by chance. I cannot compare to Fellow Daoist Heaven Forger.”

Great Master Feng Cong said with a smile.

“With the help of Great Master Feng Cong, a Late Stage Purple Mansion Master with Four Divine Abilities, we will be able to deal with the Beast Tide more easily.”

Immortal Master Yuangu’s tense state of mind relaxed slightly.

His choice to stay was also a gamble—gambling that the Chen Family could survive this calamity and soar into the sky.

He and Immortal Master Yuxi had broken through to the Purple Mansion realm many years ago but were still stuck at the Early Stage Purple Mansion. Without some other great Opportunity, their lives would essentially be over.

If the Chen Family gained power, the two of them could benefit from their glory and avoid being trapped forever at the Early Stage Purple Mansion.

“By the way, Old Chen Family Head, why is there no sign of the Battle Demon King?”

True Person Xun Zhou asked in confusion.

Ninety-nine percent of the Chen Family’s prestige was established by Yuan Feng.

He chose to stay precisely because Yuan Feng, this Great Demon King who defied common sense, was present.

Among Yao Beasts, status is determined by Bloodline. In his view, Yuan Feng’s Bloodline was definitely superior and could completely suppress ninety-nine percent of the Yao Beasts under heaven.

Facing the Beast Tide, Bloodline suppression alone would be enough to make the vast majority of Yao Beasts lose their fighting capability.

As for those Purple Mansion masters, facing the Battle Demon King, who had killed several Five Methods Purple Mansion masters and eliminated False Core Great Powers, he refused to believe they wouldn’t be afraid.

“Senior Xun Zhou, Uncle Yuan had a sudden inspiration a few years ago, felt moved, and has already left Luoyun Mountain to seeking the golden core overseas.”

Chen Zhuhong answered True Person Xun Zhou’s question on behalf of her father.

“Is that so? This old man understands.”

True Person Xun Zhou nodded.

Since he had agreed to stay and help, he naturally wouldn’t go back on his word.

As a Purple Mansion Master with Four Divine Abilities, he also had his own pride.

If Yuan Feng wasn’t here, he would rely on himself to carve out a path to survival.

Afterward, Chen Fufeng and the others walked out of the Grand Deliberation Hall.

The Foundation Establishment Great Cultivators on the White Jade Plaza were reduced by more than half compared to before.

Upon inquiry, it was learned that those Foundation Establishment Great Cultivators who fled were persuaded by Immortal Master Changliu and the others, and left with them.

“These people are truly despicable!”

Chen Zhuqing spat lightly. In her view, Changliu and the others completely lacked the bearing of Purple Mansion True Persons.

“Qing’er, it’s fine.”

Chen Fufeng walked onto the White Jade Plaza and swept his gaze over the Foundation Establishment Great Cultivators who had chosen not to leave.

“Everyone, since you chose to stay, my Chen Family will certainly not treat you unfairly.”

“Once we survive this great calamity, the Chen Family’s Treasury and Scripture Pavilion will be opened to all of you.”

...After saying many polite words, the numerous Cultivators on Luoyun Mountain began to take action.

Centering on Luoyun Mountain and Yunxiao Blessed Land, they extended the Five Elements Cycle Heaven-Connecting Grand Array to Luoyun City.

They made this great city, spanning over a thousand li, the first line of defense. True Person Xun Zhou, Immortal Master Yuangu and his wife, and Chen Zhuhong would lead a group of Foundation Establishment Great Cultivators to resist the initial impact of the Beast Tide here.

If the Beast Tide proved too fierce, they would abandon Luoyun City and retreat to defend Luoyun Mountain and Yunxiao Blessed Land instead.

Great Master Feng Cong would guard Luoyun Mountain and oversee the Five Elements Cycle Heaven-Connecting Grand Array.

Chen Zhuqing and her husband, along with Chen Zhuyuan and his Dao Companion—three people in total—volunteered to guard Yunxiao Blessed Land. They would use the power of the Five Elements Cycle Heaven-Connecting Grand Array to relieve pressure on those inside Luoyun City.

Thus, everyone in the Chen Family’s main lineage was assigned their respective tasks, especially those stationed at Yunxiao Blessed Land.

They were all Foundation Establishment Cultivators. Facing Purple Mansion-level Demon Kings, they could only resist by relying on Dao-Protecting Spiritual Artifacts or the power of the Mountain-Protecting Formation.

Time flowed, and half a day passed.

The people stationed on Luoyun City could already clearly hear the roars of beasts coming from afar—a dense, countless horde, shaking the clouds in the sky until they dispersed.

But what arrived first was not the Beast Tide, but Chen Zhuyun and his wife leading a group of Martial Path Cultivators.

“Big Brother.”

Chen Zhuhong greeted him.

“Fourth Sister.”

Chen Zhuyun nodded in response.

Not long after Chen Zhuyun arrived, the horizon in the distance looked like a rising tide, with countless Yao Beasts charging toward Luoyun City, stretching farther than the eye could see.

Mixed among them were many Yao Beasts dozens or even a hundred zhang tall. The vast Qi mechanisms of the Foundation Establishment level indicated they were all Great Demons.

Further back, twenty or so figures with beast heads and human bodies stood in mid-air, their eyes flashing with bloodthirsty and cruel gazes. The might of the Purple Mansion Demon Kings caused the Void Realm to rumble.

“The Chen Family of Luoyun Mountain requires special attention!”