Cultivating for a hundred lifetimes to ascension

Chapter 1395: Chapter 750: Void Fortress and Guardian

Before long, Zhao Sheng and the others arrived at the top floor of the Pocket World Tower, where they were greeted by a mystical scene of flowing clouds and emerald waters, lush forests and fragrant grasses, and the charming sounds of birds singing and flowers blooming.

In the depths of a lush bamboo forest, two bearded elders in red robes sat on the ground, their heads lowered as they stared intently at the chessboard before them. The black and white chess pieces were intricately intertwined, clearly indicating an ongoing game.

Zhao Sheng’s expression froze. These two bearded elders, whether in expression, aura, or appearance, were strikingly identical, looking like twins at a glance.

Seemingly sensing someone approaching, the two bearded elders both raised their heads to look at them.

Huang Hongxiang dared not show the slightest laziness and hurriedly stepped forward to bow and greet, respectfully saying, “Grand disciple Huang Hongxiang, pays respects to Master Bi Fang!”

Master Bi Fang’s expression also froze when he saw his face.

At the same time, Zhao Sheng stepped forward as well, similarly bowing and greeting, “Junior Zhao Xi, greets the two Ancestors!”

Seeing the two greeting, the bearded elder on the left suddenly reached out and disrupted the chess pieces on the board, mumbling and exclaiming, “Someone’s here, this game can no longer be played… no more! The important matters take precedence!”

“You old rascal, always unable to bear losing. If I play against you again, no matter what, I’ll admit defeat!” The bearded elder on the right instantly grew angry, pointing at the other elder and angrily accused.

“Hmph, who can’t bear losing! We shoulder the important responsibilities of the sect, which cannot be neglected even for a moment. Playing chess is merely to pass the time; we must prioritize the important matters!”

The “Master Bi Fang” on the left immediately retorted confidently, refusing to admit defeat.

“Haha, not going to argue with you, just go away… come back!”

As soon as he finished speaking, the bearded elder on the left transformed into a beam of light and instantly merged into the right bearded elder’s body.

Zhao Sheng noticed this, his eyes flickering slightly with surprise internally.

After retrieving the avatar, Master Bi Fang calmly said to Huang Hongxiang, “Hongxiang, your presence here is arranged by Brother Huang Liang?”

Huang Hongxiang was slightly surprised to see this.

“To report to Ancestor, it was not specifically arranged by my Ancestor. As the disciple-grandson’s cultivation has now reached a bottleneck stage, I wish to come to this place for some training, in hopes of finding a breakthrough opportunity,” Huang Hongxiang cupped his hands and said.

“I recall your Huang Family’s ‘Five Directions Five Elders Flying God Scripture’ is indeed an immortal magic skill. This Vermilion Bird Star frontline is quite suitable for you to temper your mindset,” Master Bi Fang nodded in understanding as he spoke.

As he spoke, his gaze fell upon Zhao Sheng on the side. “Oh, you are Zhao Xi? Not bad, not bad, you’re a great talent! It seems that the Divine Artisan Zhao Clan is not without their fortune!”

With Master Bi Fang’s level of mastery, merely a glance was enough to see through Zhao Sheng’s disguise, detecting his extraordinary level of cultivation.

Upon hearing this, a hint of jealousy flashed in Huang Hongxiang’s eyes, but there was no sign of surprise on his face.

“Ancestor, your praise is too generous. Junior dares not accept,” Zhao Sheng bent over in courtesy without saying more.

“Since you are accompanying Hongxiang, he must have briefed you about this place on the way, saving me unnecessary words,” Master Bi Fang’s eyes flashed with divine light, slowly asking, “Tell me, which position do you choose?”

“Junior wishes to apply for the position of Guardian of the Void Fortress, and I humbly request Ancestor’s favor,” Zhao Sheng decisively stated upon hearing this.

At this, Huang Hongxiang’s eyes signaled Zhao Sheng, but Zhao Sheng did not heed.

“Have you considered carefully? Even though your strength is not weak, the position of Guardian is unlike other positions. The responsibility is great, and if the fortress is breached by alien demons, it won’t be just you… the Divine Artisan Zhao Clan cannot bear such a consequence! I suggest you first join the Demon-slaying Team to get acclimated before considering other roles,” Master Bi Fang advised kindly with a frown.

“Thank you for your kind intentions, Ancestor. Junior has made up his mind, and I hope Ancestor will fulfill my wish,” Zhao Sheng replied firmly.

Even though Huang Hongxiang had subtly suggested multiple times on the way, hinting that they should both join the same Demon-slaying Team, thus having each other’s “back.”

However… he had already made other plans in mind. With the power of Time-Space Teleportation, Zhao Sheng could traverse the entire Star Domain Battlefield alone; how could he agree to confine himself to a single Demon-slaying Team?

Master Bi Fang gave Zhao Sheng a deep look, then secretly communicated a few words with Huang Hongxiang, and then retrieved a dark golden token, which he tossed to Zhao Sheng, casually saying, “Since you have considerable confidence in your abilities, have it your way. Currently, the Eastern Line A3 Fortress lacks a Guardian. You shall take up that position.”

Upon these words, Huang Hongxiang’s face slightly changed.

“Could Ancestor provide some insight regarding the conditions of the A3 Void Fortress?” Zhao Sheng noticed Huang Hongxiang’s expression and, intrigued, asked.

“What you wish to know is all on it, take it!” As he spoke, Master Bi Fang retrieved another Jade Scroll and tossed it over.

After saying this, he no longer paid attention to Zhao Sheng but instead inquired about Huang Hongxiang’s choices.

It is only cultivators of the Returning to Void Realm who might be granted some “latitude” from an Integration Realm Great Power. Below Returning to Void, there is absolutely no right to choose their path; often upon reaching the frontline, they are immediately assigned a position.

As Zhao Sheng read the information on the Jade Scroll, a slightly disappointed Huang Hongxiang had also chosen his post.

As expected, he chose to join a Demon-slaying Team.

The Demon-slaying Team is an extremely special kind of troop in the Spirit Realm Human Clan’s camp, with usually only two or three members, never more than five.