Chapter 90 Cry, It's Also a Skill

Chapter 90 Cry, It's Also a Skill

The moment the protective mountain formation was breached, just before using the celestial-level Wind Whisper Spell to mimic Elder Wan's voice and transmit it to Senior Brother Jiu Wu; even Li Changshou felt a hint of doubt stirring in his heart.

As the head of the Daoist sect, can he really handle it?

As the head of the Degree Immortal Sect, there must be some connection between him and the sect's founding ancestor, Degree E. Surely, their sect's leader should be considered a "small fry."

While their external battles were meant to support the protective mountain formation, they were unexpectedly attacked by a sword strike that broke through it!

But, considering the headmaster was currently facing two opponents alone, and behind those three unknown Golden Immortals, there was also a ruthless figure from the primordial era, the Mosquito Daoist...

Sigh, being the leader of a sect might seem impressive, but it's not easy at all.

Aside from preparing to escape at any moment, Li Changshou also made a resolution that even if he were to achieve great enlightenment in the future, he would never establish a sect and bring unnecessary karma upon himself.

With the mountain formation breached, there were no more barriers inside the sect.

Though the Peak of Breaking the Heavens seemed like the most central and safest place, it was actually the most dangerous.

If the Golden Immortals battling in the sky were to launch another strike, it would undoubtedly be aimed at the main peak!

So, Li Changshou was willing to sacrifice some of his usual pursuit of concealment. He arranged for Ling'e to carry "Person Three" and take their master ahead to wait near the Earth Vein Teleportation Formation.

Hiding oneself was for the sake of avoiding manipulation and ultimately for the sake of safety; but one must not confuse priorities.

With three paper Taoists guarding them, Ling'e's safety was not a concern at the moment.

—Paper Taoist One and Two had been given to their master and junior sister earlier by Li Changshou.

After transmitting to Senior Brother Jiu Wu, Li Changshou's divine sense swept over the Peak of Breaking the Heavens, where he saw his fellow disciples...

Looking at their somewhat bewildered and helpless faces, he couldn't help but sigh lightly.

"At least, can't ask too much from others. Just do your own thing and give it your all."

With that, he continued to control the paper Taoists as they traveled through the land, heading towards the Degree Immortal Sect's mountain gate.

...

"Breach?" "The formation's breached!" In front of the Hundred Versatile Hall, most disciples panicked as they watched the shattered protective mountain formation and felt the sudden increase in pressure from the Golden Immortals.

Some were biting their lips, standing on the eaves of the main hall, facing the sky where the Golden Immortals were fighting.

Waves of residual battle force transformed into gusts of wind, sweeping towards them!

To the southwest and northwest, two massive battles between thousands of immortals were raging!

With countless flashes of light in the sky, figures were slowly approaching the Peak of Breaking the Heavens...

Judging from this situation alone, their Degree Immortal Sect was at a disadvantage.

What should they do?

Qin Xuanya looked at the jade token in her hand. It was the key to activating the Earth Vein Teleportation Formation and the path for all disciples to escape.

"What would Senior Brother Changshou do in this situation?"

Hmm, he would definitely send his junior brothers and sisters out first, then fight to the death against the enemy!

Thinking this way, she gradually made up her mind.

"Ensure the safety of fellow disciples and get them all out safely, then come back to contribute to the sect!"

Just then, Jiu Wu rushed in with his sword in hand, bypassing the disciples' heads and dropping straight into the hall.

Qin Xuanya turned around, landed from the eaves, and quickly followed him into the hall.

She thought this senior disciple in charge of the sect's affairs had rushed over to prepare to open the passage downwards and help Jiu Wu.

But what Qin Xuanya and the other disciples outside the hall didn't expect was...

This short figure, Jiu Wu, cried out in sorrow in front of the portrait in the hall, kneeling and bowing...

"Lord of the Sect! Lord of the Sect! Please show your divine power and save our Degree Immortal Sect! Our Degree Immortal Sect abides by your teachings, cultivating in peace, guarding the human race, but now we're suffering this calamity, being manipulated to cause chaos among the Three Teachings! Lord of the Sect! Please save us!"

With a few knocks, Jiu Wu lay on the ground, crying bitterly.

Seeing this, Qin Xuanya felt a sourness in her nose...

Could it be that the Degree Immortal Sect is really unable to overcome this disaster today?

But clearly, it's just the beginning of the battle. Although the mountain formation has been breached, casualties on their side are not significant, and the Peak of Breaking the Heavens is still defended by another formation and hasn't been breached by the enemy...

But why does this senior disciple's crying seem like they're facing total defeat already?

In the face of a great enemy, Qin Xuanya also felt a bit lost.

As Jiu Wu cried and wailed, feeling nothing in his heart, there was no sense of being watched...

The short figure glanced up at the portrait, his eyes filled with some confusion, then he took a deep breath and repeated the "lines" he had just said.

Many disciples rushed to the door to listen to Jiu Wu's cries, most of them showing sorrowful expressions.

At the same time, on the other side...

Li Changshou secretly controlled four paper Taoists, swiftly preparing to surround the "enemy's" rear.

These four paper Taoists were ten times larger than the original versions, made from "Heaven" paper, and filled with the divine power he had injected earlier, as well as his highest level of colorless and tasteless poison powder.

Lying quietly underground, they moved along with the shifting battle lines, slowly advancing...

In the current intense battle, once these four paper Taoists revealed themselves, they would undoubtedly be instantly killed.

Patience was necessary, and the timing had to be just right!

The opportunity Li Changshou was waiting for was steadily approaching as the Degree Immortal Sect's immortals were gradually retreating from both directions.

As Li Changshou had predicted, their fellow immortals from the Degree Immortal Sect were both fighting and retreating.

This unity among the Degree Immortal Sect's immortals was admirable.

If someone was injured, they would be quickly pulled to the rear, and fellow disciples with extra energy would rush to their aid.

But it was precisely this mutual support that prevented many immortals from fully unleashing their power, causing the overall situation to continue to decline.

Six peaks in the periphery had already been lost, and although there were not many casualties among the Degree Immortal Sect's immortals due to mutual support, fifty percent of the immortals were injured...

The mosquito puppets, on the other hand, were the opposite extreme;

They didn't care about each other's lives at all and only focused on attacking recklessly.

Like a group of wild beasts with shared minds, they cooperated tacitly, only seeking to fully unleash their power in a short period.

Li Changshou couldn't help but sigh...

This Mosquito Daoist had some abilities.

At this moment, it wasn't the right time yet, but Li Changshou couldn't help but divert a bit of his attention and scan with his divine sense, focusing on the most important figure in the battle in his view—

Jiu Wu.

If they wanted to fundamentally resolve the crisis facing the Degree Immortal Sect and prevent the Western teachings or other small factions from scheming against them, there was only one way.

"Bring forth the 'big guns'! In this moment of life and death for the Duxian Gate, if our senior brother can cry convincingly enough, perhaps one or two true masters of the Daoist tradition will step in. That would not only resolve our current crisis but also ensure our future safety!

But...

After carefully sensing the situation, Li Changshou furrowed his brow in concern. Despite the continuous wailing and sobbing from Senior Brother Jiuwu, which indeed evoked sadness and sorrow in those who heard and saw it, the surroundings of the portrait remained unchanged.

Was the crying not intense enough? Were there not enough people? Or perhaps the words were inadequate?

Li Changshou quickly pondered, all the while keeping an eye on the ongoing battles on both sides and controlling the paper puppets covertly.

Jiuwu cried again, but there was still no reaction around the portrait.

Soon, from his concealed position in the darkness, Li Changshou made a decision. He employed the Daoist technique of Wind Whisper to quietly transmit a message to Qinyan Xuanyan, who was standing near the entrance of the hall.

"Junior Sister Qinyan, come out of the hall for a moment."

Qinyan Xuan followed his instruction without hesitation. Upon exiting the hall, she was immediately addressed by Li Changshou's whispered message:

"I heard Senior Brother Jiuwu crying inside, and it occurred to me that this might be a way to save our sect. However, Senior Brother Jiuwu's method of crying is not effective. As the chief disciple of the Duxian Gate, would you be willing to give it a try? If so, just nod."

Qinyan Xuan nodded without hesitation. She glanced around but couldn't spot Li Changshou's figure.

Suddenly, there was a loud noise from above, causing everyone to look up and see radiant lights and thunderbolts descending from the clouds.

Outside the main hall, over two hundred celestial beings exerted their celestial powers, forming a protective barrier to shield the disciples from the aftermath of the battle.

Then, a roar echoed as a beast covered in purple flames appeared in the clouds! It roared fiercely, and the enemy Golden Immortal with a wooden mask in front of it hurriedly retreated!

Majestic and unrivaled, yet somehow weakened by a strand of black qi, Elder Qiling of the Duxian Gate had revealed his true form!

Meanwhile, Qinyan Xuan, who stood before the hall, heard Li Changshou's whispered instructions and her eyebrows furrowed slightly.

"Have you remembered everything I said? If so, nod vigorously."

Qinyan Xuan nodded firmly.

"Remember every word and etch it into your memory. Don't mention that I reminded you of this later. Just say that you were inspired by your own feelings!"

Qinyan Xuan nodded again, deeply admiring her senior brother's integrity.

"Next, summon an emotion from within yourself. Think of something that makes you deeply sad and angry."

Summon an emotion from within... Sad and angry?

Qinyan Xuan was puzzled. With Li Changshou's guidance, she quickly found the feeling.

It seemed like there was nothing particularly sad in her life; her loved ones were safe, her cultivation was smooth, and her master treated her very well.

"I can't think of anything, Senior Brother!" she said softly.

Her voice was slightly louder, and several disciples looked over.

Qinyan Xuan immediately turned to face the hall.

Li Changshou's voice echoed in her ears, calm and unhurried. "Don't rush. The more hurried you are, the more likely you'll mess things up. Hmm... Now, think of something you cherish the most, like a pet."

"Senior Brother, can it be the spirit beast you gave me?" Qinyan Xuan asked.

"Yes, excellent. Now, focus on your emotions. Imagine it standing in front of you, wagging its tail gently, and then... suddenly getting hit by a boulder, tragically dying with blood pouring out. You bury it."

Qinyan Xuan bit her lip gently, imagining the scene of burying the small spirit beast, feeling a wave of self-blame and overwhelming sadness wash over her.

But Li Changshou soon noticed that her emotions were purely sad, lacking a touch of anger.

So, he added, "Then, without noticing, the corpse of the spirit beast is stolen. You follow the trail and search all the way..."

Qinyan Xuan unconsciously took a step forward and re-entered the hall, while Li Changshou's voice continued to influence her mind.

"It's found, but it's already been roasted by someone."

In Qinyan Xuan's eyes, a mixture of grief and indignation appeared.

In the darkness, Li Changshou immediately transmitted his voice again:

"Yes! Maintain that emotion! Now, go to Senior Brother Jiuwu's side! Light three sticks of incense, kneel and bow three times, then say those words!"

Taking a deep breath, Qinyan Xuan stepped forward, and Li Changshou instantly dispelled the Wind Whisper spell. He didn't dare to intrude into the hall with his divine sense but observed from a distance.

Qinyan Xuan, the young chief disciple of the Duxian Gate, bypassed the sobbing Jiuwu and lit three purple incense sticks, placing them in the censer. She then retreated two steps, knelt beside the cushion next to Jiuwu, and bowed three times.

Jiuwu turned his head, wearing a puzzled expression.

Her long hair was somewhat disheveled, and her ice-blue dress spread out like a lotus flower, her face filled with sorrow...

"I, Daoist disciple Xuan'ya, now invoke the origin of our sect and the great deity of the Three Teachings! The Duxian Gate follows the teachings of the True Man of Duxie, adhering to the principle of non-action and serving as guardians of humanity under the guidance of the great deity of the Three Teachings. Today, we face an external threat that seeks to disrupt our path of cultivation. Their malicious intentions have no prior cause with our Duxian Gate! I implore the great deity of the Three Teachings to observe this injustice!"

With these words spoken, Qinyan Xuan bowed down again, beginning to recite the first volume of the "Book of Non-Action."

Beside her, Jiuwu paused, feeling that what she said seemed a bit more sophisticated than his own earlier shouts...

This time...

As Qinyan Xuan recited the "Book of Non-Action" to the second sentence, the portrait in front of her trembled slightly.

An indescribable, inscrutable, and obscure Daoist aura emerged from the portrait and then disappeared into it!