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Chapter 1230: Chapter 264: Immortal Dynasty Demon Suppression Bureau (Part 2)

"That’s right, Qingxuan was summoned earlier for that reason."

At this moment, Li Tie Mu felt it was time to explain some things to them and said in a deep voice, "This sect’s reshuffling, aside from Southern Domain rivalry between disciples of various sects to showcase sect potential, has another aspect, which is to see the sect’s foundation! What is the foundation, every Heavenly Sect has an Immortal King, but Immortal Kings cannot easily partake in battles, once injured or heavily damaged, if the news leaks, a great calamity will follow!"

"Thus, the sect’s foundation is reflected on the battlefield."

"Moreover, the Yan Chu Royal Family has intentionally arranged for the establishment of an Immortal Merit Ranking at the border, where disciples of various sects will compete for Immortal Merits, ultimately leading to a ranking based on Immortal Merits and the Southern Domain rivalry, with a combined evaluation of these two factors!"

As he spoke, his gaze turned to Wei Hongye and Lu Wuchen, saying, "This means that during the time they prepare for the Southern Domain battle, other disciples with exceptional combat skills in the sect will be sent to the border battlefield to fight, but to avoid some sects using unscrupulous methods to gain military merit, indiscriminately recruiting disciples and collecting them worldwide to win by numbers, each sect will only count the top hundred Immortal Merits!"

"Thus, your task is heavy, no less stressful than Haotian’s!"

Upon hearing Li Tie Mu’s words, Wei Hongye and Lu Wuchen finally understood, their expressions becoming more solemn.

Fighting at the border is certainly more dangerous than the Southern Domain battle, since the Southern Domain battle takes place under the watchful eyes of many sects, and even the Heavenly Palace Venerable, making the possibility of casualties low.

"Earlier, sending Qingxuan for the summon was also to let him explore some border battle experience, so he’ll pass it on to you later."

Li Tie Mu said, "Although this time is dangerous, the sect selected a hundred people, all will be provided with Immortal Pills and Immortal Soldiers to aid you in fighting with full strength."

Wei Hongye and Lu Wuchen exchanged a glance and nodded.

"For the sect, the disciples are willing to brave water and fire!"

Wei Hongye said, exuding a heroic and valiant aura.

Lu Wuchen did not speak, but his eyes were sharp.

Li Tie Mu felt comforted seeing their determined gaze, he glanced around and transmitted a message:

"Having you join the Demon Suppression Bureau for this border military merit competition, there’s actually another reason."

"Hmm?"

Lu Wuchen and Wei Hongye were both stunned, though their expressions quickly returned to normal, with only a curiosity in their hearts about what matter warranted such caution that it had to be said through transmission.

"The former Marshal of the Demon Suppression Bureau in the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty has fallen, leading to internal factional disturbances within the Bureau, now, it’s the best time to join the Demon Suppression Bureau."

Li Tie Mu’s demeanor seemed calm, but his transmitted voice was extremely low and serious: "By establishing Immortal Merits and performing outstandingly, it’s easy to obtain a position within the Demon Suppression Bureau, you’re aware of the Bureau’s power and status within the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, even daring to execute members of the Royal Family!"

"If you can secure official positions within the Demon Suppression Bureau, the sect can become the Tianyi Sect, and have more networks and strength in the future, preventing counterattacks and hindrances."

Upon hearing his words, Lu Wuchen and Wei Hongye immediately understood.

This strategic move is laying foundations for the future.

The Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, being an ancient celestial dynasty, existed during the era when the Immortal Emperor ruled; its territory vast, its foundation profound.

Although the seven ancient celestial dynasties are below the Heavenly Palace, they’ve managed to coexist peacefully for many years, showcasing their capability.

For them, securing positions in the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, especially in the Demon Suppression Bureau, means a status even above disciples of the Heavenly Sect.

After all, the Great Dream Nine Abysses is just among the Heavenly Four Sects within the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, while the Demon Suppression Bureau relies on the Immortal Dynasty, holding far greater authority than the Heavenly Sect.

As they conversed, at the foot of the mountain.

At the First Level’s cliffside, Li Hao was playing chess with an elderly Spirit Clan member.

His brows furrowed, gazing at the chessboard, searching for a way to break the impasse.

The elderly Spirit Clan member smiled at Li Hao and didn’t urge him; over this half-year, Li Hao progressed significantly, but fortunately, with his profound chess ability, he could still suppress the youth.

"Hmm?"

Beside him, Ah Ling suddenly turned her head toward the void.

Space fluctuations tremored from there, far faster than the transmission of energy, for her, who mastered the source of the Space Dao second level, she could detect threats in advance.

"Someone’s coming, two... three people."

Ah Ling gazed intently, then calculated the time, saying, "They should be disciples of Sword Abyss, with the Emperor Sword Mountain ended, why come here?"

"Probably to find him."𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

The middle-aged Spirit Clan member beside her said, a smile on his lips.

At this moment, three figures quickly appeared in the sky above the cliffside, led by Gu Yan.

Seeing the scene in front of the cliffside, he couldn’t help but be stunned.

Following closely behind him, Yue Xi also halted her body, seeing the scene clearly here, somewhat stunned, her beautiful eyes slightly widened.

Over these six months, the other party was here at the First Level of Emperor Sword Mountain, playing chess with these Spirit Clan members?

After a brief silence, Yue Xi flew down, but didn’t get too close, considering the three Spirit Clan members in front of her, with a feeling different from other Spirit Clan members.

She asked Li Hao, "I heard from the master you came down the mountain early, have you been playing chess here all along?"

Li Hao returned from his thoughts, raised his head, seeing the three of them, smiled and greeted them, saying, "Why have you come here."

"To see you."

Murong Qingwu shimmered and appeared beside Li Hao, she glanced at the chessboard, quickly realizing she couldn’t understand it, and didn’t bother looking further, asking:

"I heard before you stayed at the First Level of Emperor Sword Mountain for a long time; surely you haven’t been here the whole time?"

"Yes."

Li Hao replied.

Murong Qingwu was speechless seeing Li Hao’s casual response, saying, "Don’t tell me, you’ve been playing chess here, as you have for two years previously?"