Humanity's Great Sage

Chapter 941, Hand Him Over

Translator: Jon

Translation Checker: Silavin

“What’s going on, Senior Brother?” Lin Yue’s expression changed as well.

With a solemn expression, Zhang Kun replied, “You only know the person who was killed was named Tan Shu, but do you know anything about his background?”

Lin Yue furrowed her brows. “Regardless of his background, I don’t think those from the Grand Sky Coalition would kick up a storm just because someone from their side was killed. Over the years, many people from both Passes have lost their lives during battles. Many of them were from Tier-One Sects, but no large-scale war happened because of that. Senior Brother, I know Tan Shu was from Sky Origin Clan, but what’s special about his background? Why are you so anxious?”

Zhang Kun asked, “Since you know he was from Sky Origin Clan, doesn’t that remind you of someone?”

After giving it some thought, Lin Yue replied, “You mean that old fart Yu Huajin? Did Tan Shu have anything to do with her?”

Zhang Kun let out a sigh. “You became a Divine Ocean Realm Master late, so you’re probably not aware of it. Yu Huajin’s Husband is surnamed Tan, and they had a Son together. It was said that his Son was extremely talented. He was a rising Star decades ago. Because he had made a mistake, Feng Wujiang decided to kill him in front of many people to boost their morale. Tan Shu was that person’s Son. When he died, Tan Shu was still in his Mother’s womb.”

“In other words, Yu Huajin is Tan Shu’s Grandmother.”

Zhang Kun nodded solemnly. “Do you get it now?”

Lin Yue was flabbergasted.

Zhang Kun went on to say, “Because of what happened back then, Yu Huajin is resentful of the Crimson Blood Sect. Even though both parties are from the Grand Sky Coalition, she has repeatedly made things difficult for them. It’s said that many Crimson Blood Sect disciples lost their lives because of her. However, those from the Crimson Blood Sect didn’t have any evidence, coupled with the fact that they were no longer important, they could only give up on holding that old fart accountable. Yu Huajin only had one Son, and he was killed by Feng Wujiang. That person only had one Son, and he was killed by someone from our side. Since she has no more offspring, she naturally won’t let us off. Anyone else would look at the big picture and wouldn’t kick up a storm just because someone died. But she’s Yu Huajin. Who knows what she’ll do?”

This was giving Lin Yue a headache. Initially, she was pleased that Lu Ye managed to kill Tan Shu despite being weaker. It wasn’t until now that she realised they had stirred up a hornet’s nest.

Just like what Zhang Kun had said, any other Divine Ocean Realm Master would look at the big picture and hold in their fury. However, Yu Huajin was a mad person who would do surprising things.

Moreover, she held an important position in Heavenly Gate Canyon. No one knew what she would do to get her revenge.

Now, it seemed that Tan Shu was assigned to Surging Waves Lake Pass because there usually wasn’t any war there. Yu Huajin intended to protect her offspring. Also, since Surging Waves Lake Pass belonged to Heavenly Gate Canyon, it’d be easier for her to look after him.

While Lin Yue was in her thoughts, she and Zhang Kun felt their military tokens vibrating. Having a premonition, they felt their chests tightening. After reading the messages, they exchanged glances in shock.

What they were most worried about eventually happened. It took place so soon that it made them realise how crazy Yu Huajin was.

“Get ready for war!” A voice reverberated across the entire Dark Moon Forest Pass with the help of Spiritual Power.

In an instant, everyone in the Pass became alarmed as if a pinch of salt had been dropped into a pot with boiling oil. Many Thousand Demon Ridge cultivators moved around to inform everyone to get prepared for war.

In just 30 breaths of time, all the cultivators in the Pass were ready, which went to show how efficient they were.

Even Lu Ye, who was recuperating, was alerted as well. When he noticed the anomaly, he quickly pushed the door open and left the room, though his face was still pale.

He had replenished the power of his Divine Ego. However, he told Tong Shuyao that he had used a Secret Technique to destroy Tan Shu despite being weaker. In that case, he must’ve exerted himself to achieve his goal. An average cultivator couldn’t recover so soon.

Instantly, he saw Tong Shuyao looking around from a distance.

“What’s going on, Senior Sister Tong?” he asked.

“Those from the Grand Sky Coalition are coming to attack us,” Tong Shuyao hurriedly replied. Deep within, she was puzzled as to why the Grand Sky Coalition cultivators suddenly launched an attack against them when there hadn’t been any large-scale war between Surging Waves Lake Pass and Dark Moon Forest Pass for a long time.

She had a feeling that it had something to do with what happened two days ago, but she was uncertain.

Lu Ye frowned upon hearing that. Those from the Grand Sky Coalition were coming to attack, and Li Taibai was from Thousand Demon Ridge. In that case, should he fight the Grand Sky Coalition cultivators? It was against his wishes to contend with them, but if he refused to do that, he might be exposed.

Soon enough, his face turned a shade paler as he staggered. His aura was extremely weak as well.

“Junior Brother Taibai!” Tong Shuyao quickly supported his weight.

Lu Ye waved his hand. “The Secret Technique had drained all of my energy. I just need to recuperate for a few more days.”

Tong Shuyao didn’t doubt him. “Go back to your room and get some rest, then. You don’t have to take part in the war.”

Lu Ye nodded without hesitation. “Please be careful, Senior Sister Tong.”

“Go back now. I’ll inform the Pass Leader about it. You won’t be prosecuted for refusing to take part in the war.” Upon finishing her words, Tong Shuyao shot into the sky.

After she was gone, Lu Ye hurriedly entered his room and closed the door. There was no way he would participate in the war.

Although there hadn’t been any war for a long time, everyone in Dark Moon Forest Pass soon got ready upon receiving the order. News was continuously transmitted from the front line, but soon, they lost their sources of information.

The scouts, who were responsible for gathering information, must’ve been exposed and killed.

On the city wall, Lin Yue and Zhang Kun stood together as they looked intently into the distance and saw the grand formation of the Grand Sky Coalition.

“Although that old fart is crazy, her identity is special. She might not show up at the war. Despite that, the two Divine Ocean Realm Masters at Surging Waves Lake Pass wouldn’t be the only ones who are coming to attack. They must have some reinforcements. Junior Sister Yue, inform the nearby Passes to get ready to lend us a helping hand at any moment!”

“Yes!” Upon receiving the order, Lin Yue quickly sent some messages to the Divine Ocean Realm Masters in nearby Passes so that they would be ready to help.

She couldn’t ask them to come right away as it would be inappropriate to do so when the war hadn’t even started. Besides the fact that it would weaken their morale, those from the Grand Sky Coalition might only pretend to attack this place while their targets were the Passes near Dark Moon Forest Pass. In that case, they would be tricked by the enemies, and the nearby Passes would be in danger.

Furthermore, Divine Ocean Realm Masters could move quickly. Even if Dark Moon Forest Pass was in danger, it would only take nearby Divine Ocean Realm Masters an hour to arrive. Given Dark Moon Forest Pass’ defences, they could hold on for an hour.

The Grand Sky Coalition cultivators were inching closer, which prompted Zhang Kun and Lin Yue to scowl. That was because their formation showed that those from Surging Waves Lake Pass had gone all out. Even the two Divine Ocean Realm Masters had arrived.

They were a man and a woman who were as powerful as Zhang Kun and Lin Yue. Although both parties had never exchanged moves before, it would be a tough fight if they got into one.

Other Divine Ocean Realm Masters were nowhere to be found, though. However, if they were hiding somewhere, those from Dark Moon Forest Pass surely couldn’t find them.

“I’ve just received news that Liu Yuemei is Tan Shu’s Mother,” Zhang Kun whispered while looking at the Divine Ocean Realm woman in an imperial dress across from him.

“They must be out of their minds.” Lin Yue’s brows were knitted together.

There hadn’t been any war between the two Passes for a long time, but Surging Waves Lake Pass launched a war just because someone from their side was killed. They would become a laughing stock if others found out about it.

Yu Huajin was one of the two leaders of Heavenly Gate Canyon while Liu Yuemei was the Pass Leader of Surging Waves Lake Pass. The two of them must have lost their sanity because of Tan Shu’s death. Naturally, they were determined to avenge Tan Shu’s death while ignoring everything else.

Even if the Elder Council in Grand Sky City found out about it, they wouldn’t criticise them. Since both parties were from opposing sides, they were not meant to live harmoniously together. It was only normal for them to launch a war against the other side, and the death of their offspring was what caused this to happen.

“Activate the Ward!” As soon as Zhang Kun gave the order, the Grand Defensive Ward of Dark Moon Forest Pass was activated. A dome-shaped light screen appeared and covered the entire Pass.

On the wall, various Wards started shining brightly, ready to deal a heavy blow to the enemies once they came close.

Since time immemorial, those on the defensive were in an advantageous position. Therefore, even though those from Surging Waves Lake Pass had gone all out, Zhang Kun and Lin Yue weren’t worried. That was because the current situation showed that the other party couldn’t possibly conquer Dark Moon Forest Pass.

The only thing they had to be worried about was whether there were other hidden Divine Ocean Realm Masters.

The Grand Sky Coalition cultivators saw how those from Dark Moon Forest Pass had reacted, so they stopped in their tracks before the other party could attack them.

Clad in an imperial dress, Liu Yuemei sported an icy expression. She shot forward and stopped in a spot that was 1.5 kilometres away from Dark Moon Forest Pass.

She swept a glance over the wall as though looking for someone, but that person was nowhere to be found. Disappointed and furious, she pocketed her gaze.

“I’m glad that you’ve come to visit, Cultivator Liu. Why didn’t you inform me earlier? If I knew you were coming, I would’ve gone out there and greeted you.” Zhang Kun glanced at Liu Yuemei with a smile.

Liu Yuemei remained icy as she demanded, “Where’s Li Taibai? Hand him over, and I’ll retreat right away!”

Zhang Kun arched his brow. Although he knew that the war must have something to do with what had happened two days ago, he was surprised to hear the other party admitting to it.

He instantly understood that Tan Shu’s death had indeed made Liu Yuemei and Yu Huajin furious. The other party didn’t even try to hide it.

After giving it some thought, he realised it wasn’t so surprising. Around 30 years ago, Yu Huajin’s Son was killed by Feng Wujiang. When her Grandson finally grew up and became fairly powerful, he was assigned to a Pass where there was hardly any war. She was worried that he would be injured. Much to her surprise, he still lost his life in the end.

Moreover, he was killed by someone who was four Minor Realms below him. No one could accept that.

“Stop pulling my leg, Cultivator Liu. I don’t know who Li Taibai is or whether he’s from Dark Moon Forest Pass. Even if I knew, I couldn’t possibly hand him over to you.”

“Hand him over! Otherwise, Dark Moon Forest Pass won’t have another peaceful day!” Liu Yuemei’s expression suddenly turned hideous.

“Cultivator Liu, don’t forget that you’re a Divine Ocean Realm Master. Don’t lose your bearing in front of the soldiers from both sides.”

Naturally, Liu Yuemei wasn’t concerned about her bearing. She looked inside the city and activated her Spiritual Power to growl, “Come out here, Li Taibai! I must tear you to pieces today!”