Published: March 3, 2025
Chapter 296: Chaotic Ladder (Two-in-One Chapter)
At this moment, Liu Yu had already understood his meaning. With a smile that was neither a smile nor a frown, he said,
“Junior Brother Yan, there’s no need to worry. I believe that as long as we are cautious, we can naturally turn misfortune into fortune!”
Yan Kai shook his head repeatedly and smiled bitterly, “I didn't expect to encounter such situations just a few years after establishing my foundation.”
“However, given the changing circumstances, the sect cannot stand by idly. As disciples of the sect, we enjoy its various benefits, so it is only natural to contribute to the sect during such times.”
“When the time comes for battle, I hope to fight alongside you, Senior Brother Liu; please take care of me.”
Yan Kai spoke sincerely, his face filled with seriousness.
“Of course, of course,” Liu Yu replied with a smile and a nod. “We have known each other for a long time; it is only normal to look out for each other.”
Unexpectedly, this person turned out to be a cultivator who was very loyal to the sect.
It is understandable; disciples from the various branches grow up in the sect, making it easy to develop a sense of belonging.
As long as it doesn’t harm his own interests, helping him a bit is no problem. However, if any real danger arises and it becomes a burden, then don’t blame Liu for not saving him.
After all, this upcoming battle is not like the battle of the spiritual stone mine. The various sects are maintaining relative restraint, limiting the cultivation levels of participating cultivators to below the golden core stage.
But this offensive against Yan State and Nanyu State has no such restrictions on cultivation levels. Not only might they face golden core cultivators, but even nascent soul old monsters might take action personally.
In such circumstances, acting together has its advantages.
At least if they encounter a strong enemy like a golden core cultivator, they can divert some attention and increase their chances of escape.
The intensity of this war is much higher, involving several major cultivating nations, and it is not uncommon to face dozens or even hundreds of cultivators of the same level.
In such a situation, having teammates is quite necessary.
Although Liu Yu was confident that his true strength ranked among the best in the foundation establishment realm, he could not possibly withstand the assault of a dozen same-level cultivators at once.
At this time, having trusted fellow disciples share the pressure would provide much more room for maneuver.
“Thank you, Senior Brother Liu. When the time comes, I will certainly follow your lead and obey your commands!”
Hearing this, Yan Kai’s face brightened, and he clasped his fists in gratitude.
“Junior Brother Yan, there’s no need to be polite. We are just helping each other,” Liu Yu replied with a slight nod.
Jiang Qiushui stood by his side, smiling as she watched the interaction between the two, her bright eyes reflecting her thoughts.
In this way, Liu Yu and Yan Kai verbally established a “mutual defense alliance.” The three then quietly waited in this corner for the sect’s mission to begin.
At this point, the time prescribed by the sect had arrived, but the golden core elders had yet to make an appearance.
Even though the elders had not arrived, with Liu Yu’s keen spiritual perception, he still felt a strong, hidden spiritual consciousness sweep across, so he refrained from acting rashly or speaking any disrespectful words.
Cultivators could sit in meditation for several hours; they had some patience. When the time arrived, the venue became much quieter. The hearing of cultivators is far superior to that of ordinary people, so no one spoke thoughtlessly.
Faced with the turbulent situation, some cultivators were excited, some were hesitant, some were agitated, and others were fearful, showcasing a variety of emotions.
Of course, since they were all foundation establishment cultivators, their expressions wouldn’t be so pronounced, but one could still sense various emotions from their eyes.