Let you simulate life, but you change fate every time?!

Chapter 965: Chapter 509: Eighth Lifetime: Armies at the Border, Calamity of Annihilation! (Part 2)

He had already harbored a grudge against Lu Yuan for publicly killing Zhao Xu, and now that Lu Yuan had caused such an enormous disaster, how could he possibly lend a hand?

"Indeed, one must bear the consequences of one’s actions. Since Lu Yuan killed the Third Prince, he should face the consequences alone."

"I think the Great Li Ancestor is not an unreasonable person. As long as Lu Yuan is handed over to the Da Li Royal Family, the disaster threatening the sect’s destruction will be resolved."

The Zhao Family Ancestor also seized the opportunity to add insult to injury, unwilling to start a war with the Da Li Royal Family for Lu Yuan.

"As Supreme Elders, do you not understand that when the lips perish, the teeth feel the cold?"

"The Great Li Ancestor has come with aggressive intent, do you truly believe that handing over Lu Yuan will appease him?"

Han Qingxuan glanced at Yan Xing and the Zhao Family Ancestor, speaking coldly.

"Han Qingxuan, as the Sect Master, you should act impartially. Do you intend to, out of personal ambition, implicate other innocent disciples?"

The Zhao Family Ancestor retorted, unyielding.

For a moment.

Everyone held their own opinions, arguing fiercely in the Sect Hall, with no one willing to give in.

"Enough."

Han Qingxuan suddenly shouted explosively.

In the next moment.

An unparalleled, terrifying pressure erupted from him, like a stormy sea, instantly filling the entire Sect Hall.

Half-step Celestial Destiny Great Power!

Feeling this chillingly terrifying aura, all the Hall Masters present, including the Zhao Family Ancestor, were too terrified to speak.

"No wonder Han Qingxuan is eager to go to war with the Da Li Royal Family; turns out he had a breakthrough."

Yan Xing’s pupils contracted, a trace of fear and disbelief flashing through his eyes.

Though the difference between Nirvana Ninth Layer and Half-step Celestial Mandate is only half a realm,

Yet this half-step is enough to halt countless Nirvana Strong Persons, who waste away the years fruitlessly, only to end in silent death!

However, compared to Yan Xing who was shocked beyond measure, the Zhao Family Ancestor, being a late-stage Nirvana Cultivator, could barely maintain his composure.

"Han Qingxuan, although you have stepped into the Half-step Celestial Mandate Realm, the Great Li Ancestor became a Half-step Celestial Destiny Great Power over a hundred years ago."

"He has now cultivated in seclusion for a century, his cultivation stronger than yours."

"Besides, the Great Li Dynasty abounds with strong practitioners, countless experts. How can you alone resist the imperial army?"

The Zhao Family Ancestor’s tone was restrained, but his underlying intent to hand over Lu Yuan remained unchanged.

Hearing this, the other Hall Masters fell silent.

Though they were unwilling to bow down, what the Zhao Family Ancestor said was correct; the Great Li Dynasty had stood unshakable for a thousand years, its foundation was far deeper than any sect could compare to.

If Han Qingxuan insisted on warring with the Da Li Royal Family, it would be like striking a stone with an egg, courting death.

"Even if Qingxuan is not a match for the Great Li Ancestor, what if you add me to the mix?"

At the moment when silence enveloped the crowd, an aged voice suddenly came from outside the hall.

The crowd turned towards the voice, only to see an elderly figure in coarse clothes, accompanied by five other old men, slowly entering the hall.

"Why have you Supreme Elders also come?"

Yan Xing and the others’ faces changed dramatically upon seeing the newcomers, hurrying over to greet them.

For these six figures were the six Supreme Elders of the Supreme Peak.

However, they had been in secluded cultivation for years, seldom appearing before the masses.

Only because Li Shouzhuo’s time was nearly up would he come out of seclusion early, intending to take one last look at the world.

But unexpectedly.

The once gray-haired, wrinkled Li Shouzhuo now had firm skin, with a complexion as rosy as a baby’s, appearing decades younger.

Especially as he walked with steady steps and a straight posture, moving like a dragon or tiger, even stirring the grand momentum of heaven and earth. His aura was much stronger than Han Qingxuan’s.

Without even nearing, he already made everyone feel an unprecedented suffocation.

Noticing the change in Li Shouzhuo, a shocking, scarcely believable conjecture surged into the minds of the Zhao Family Ancestor and others.

"Could it be that Li Shouzhuo also had a breakthrough?"

The Zhao Family Ancestor’s heart trembled, engulfed by tumultuous waves, struggling to accept this fact.

But the aura emitted by Li Shouzhuo was terrifying, clearly the prestige of a Celestial Mandate Great Power!

Yet no matter how much he wracked his brain, he couldn’t comprehend it; wasn’t it said that Li Shouzhuo’s life span was almost up, with no hope of breakthrough in this life?

How could he seem like a different person in just a few months?

First Han Qingxuan, then Li Shouzhuo, they had merely led a team to the Spirit Void Cave Mansion, and they both had breakthroughs?

"Could it be related to the Celestial Mandate Inheritance in Lu Yuan’s hands?"

The Zhao Family Ancestor, thoughts whirling in his mind, quickly grasped the key point.

"The Great Li Dynasty openly declares war on our Cyan Cloud Sect; in such matters of life and death, how can we stand idly by?"

A hunchbacked old woman said faintly.

"Qingxuan is right; it’s better to land a single punch than to face a hundred!"

"Since the Great Li Ancestor insists on warring with our Cyan Cloud Sect, then let us break his teeth and sever his claws, so he dares never again to be our enemy!"

The other Supreme Elders spoke forcefully, their words resonating with strength.

Li Shouzhuo, though silent, just by standing in the hall conveyed his stance.

For he was a genuine Celestial Destiny Great Power.

With merely a word, an edict, he could decide the fate of a top-tier sect.

His emergence clearly to support Han Qingxuan in waging war against the Da Li Royal Family!

"With Elder Li present, why should we fear defeat for our sect!"

"Indeed, that Great Li Ancestor is but Half-Step Celestial Destiny Cultivation, yet he arrogantly claims first among Great Li’s strong!"

"Now, with Elder Li stepping into the Celestial Fate Realm, he can sweep away all foes of Great Li; this is undoubtedly the fortune of our Cyan Cloud Sect!"

"Congratulations to Elder Li, congratulations to the Cyan Cloud Sect!"

The hall masters, once hesitant and fearing the destruction of the sect, now relaxed, their worries and fears vanished.

Many even itched for action, eager to seize this chance to elevate the prestige and renown of the Cyan Cloud Sect!

As for Yan Xing and the Zhao Family Ancestor, though their mouths opened, they swallowed their words back, daring not to utter a single rebuttal.

Celestial Destiny Strong Persons are called Great Powers for a reason.

Because their words carry Celestial Mandate, their speech laws follow.

Such beings, with a single word, could change the colors of the heavens and alter the course of rivers.

If they dared defy the will of a Celestial Destiny Great Power, it would be akin to courting death.

"Since none of you have objections, I will temporarily lead all affairs."

Li Shouzhuo scanned everyone, his gaze landing on Yan Xing.

"External threats require internal stability first. Yan Xing, having controlled the Punishment Hall for years, forming cliques and harming many innocent disciples, is stripped of his hall master position and sent to Jingsi Cliff for judgement effective immediately."

Upon hearing this, Yan Xing shuddered, his face a lifeless gray, yet dared no resistance, finally accepting his fate with clasped fists.

"I humbly comply with the Supreme Elder’s decree."

After deciding Yan Xing’s fate with a single line, Li Shouzhuo turned once more to the Zhao Family Ancestor.

"Younger Brother Zhao, we entered the sect together years ago, hundreds of years have since passed, and your merits and faults are balanced now; return home to enjoy your twilight years."

Li Shouzhuo sighed softly, his tone complex.

As a Supreme Elder, he’s aware of the conflict between the Zhao Family Ancestor and Lu Yuan.

His actions were also intended to help Lu Yuan find relief.

Yet the Zhao Family Ancestor had contributed significantly to the Cyan Cloud Sect over the years, and considering that the peers of Li Shouzhuo’s youth had turned to dust.

Upon seeing the now aging Zhao Family Ancestor, a hint of compassion stirred him, thus granting a thread of life.

"Thank you, friend, for sparing me."

The Zhao Family Ancestor’s lips trembled slightly, finally bowing in salute, turning to leave and stumbling out of the Sect Hall.

He lived long enough to discern the situation wisely.

If he chose now to abandon all grudges, to return to his family in peace, a good end might await.

But if he insisted on fighting Lu Yuan to the end, not only would he perish, but the entire Zhao Family might face obliteration.

Given these two outcomes, he knew the choice to make.

The internal troubles were removed.

Next would be to address external threats.

Li Shouzhuo immediately issued commands, activating the Grand Array of the sect, calling back all elders and disciples to prepare for battle.

Yet, despite his being a Celestial Destiny Great Power, he made no flamboyant announcements; rather, he sealed the news, forbidding anyone to spread the matter.

On the surface.

Han Qingxuan remained in charge of handling all sect affairs.

But in secret.

Li Shouzhuo quietly reserved his strength, adjusting himself to peak status.

Planning to launch a lethal strike at the Great Li Ancestor when he least expected it!