"What is it?"

Noticing the interest on their faces, Xu Ping gently sipped the Spirit Tea, the steam swirling around him, and slowly asked.

"Are the two Fellow Daoists particularly intrigued by this?"

Upon hearing these words, both of them were silent for a moment.

Afterward, Gong Yang's expression turned grave, and he slowly said, "The current political turmoil among the three countries is indeed an extraordinary opportunity for us."

Beside him, Duan Shuang did not speak, but her beautiful eyes subtly revealed an undeniable firmness.

"It is indeed an excellent opportunity, yet the level of danger involved is beyond imagination!" Xu Ping nodded slightly, agreeing.

He was not at all surprised by their reaction.

After all, Duan Shuang had already successfully broken through to the Late-Stage Foundation Establishment Realm, and Gong Yang was only one step away from Foundation Establishment Perfection.

Although they had gained numerous opportunities on this Ruins Deserted Island.

Based on their own talents and accumulated foundations, the chance to break through to the Golden Core Realm still seemed very slim.

Take Duan Shuang, for instance.

She was born with a Pure Yin Body, giving her slightly better chances for a breakthrough to the Golden Core compared to Gong Yang.

But this is merely relative.

Without any rare Spiritual Objects to assist in Core Formation.

The probability of her succeeding in the breakthrough would be incredibly fortunate to reach even one percent.

If they don't exhaust every effort to strive for various opportunities, this Foundation Establishment Realm might very well be the end of their cultivation path.

"We cultivators are meant to defy destiny!"

Duan Shuang's lips slightly curled into a gentle yet resolute smile, her words filled with determination.

Her Dao heart has never wavered.

Either she completely controls her own destiny, advancing fearlessly on the path of cultivation; or she accepts the fate of demise calmly, without regret.

"Ultimately, it depends on what decisions the high-ranking officials of Yue and Hu countries will make."

After pondering for a moment, Gong Yang added.

After all, as cultivators at the Foundation Establishment Stage, they have no power to decide the course of such significant affairs.

They can only go with the flow, hoping to find a chance to benefit amidst the shifting tides.

"It should be soon."

Xu Ping furrowed his brow slightly, and after a moment of contemplation, he spoke slowly, "Luoyun Sect and Myriad Phenomena Sect will certainly not give Master Xuanfeng a chance to restore his strength. They will take action within a few days."

Currently, Master Xuanfeng, the Supreme Elder of the Profound Nether Sect, has suffered severe injuries, his physical body has collapsed, leaving only his Nascent Soul intact, causing his strength to plummet.

Moreover, Feng Country no longer has other Nascent Soul Stage cultivators to hold the fort.

They definitely can't withstand the combined force of Wan Ming and Jiang Jingxing, these two Nascent Soul masters.

No matter how much they rely on the Array, it can't prolong their survival for long.

For the numerous Loose Cultivators in Yue and Hu countries and other forces, this rare opportunity won't be easily missed.

After all, plundering is always the fastest way to accumulate capital.

As the invaders, if they succeed, they might accumulate wealth equivalent to several lifetimes.

...

...

Two days later.

As expected by Xu Ping, the situation unfolded.

Myriad Phenomena Sect and Luoyun Sect openly announced their alliance, planning a two-pronged attack to encircle Feng Country.

Furthermore, the two sects widely issued notices, inviting cultivators from all directions to join this punitive expedition.

As soon as this news spread, it instantly ignited the fervor among cultivators from Yue and Hu countries.

Countless cultivators responded eagerly, without hesitation throwing themselves into the punitive army.

Each of them was eagerly preparing, their eyes shining with greed, eagerly awaiting the chance to take a big bite out of the "fat meat" of Feng Country.

Of course, Duan Shuang and Gong Yang were among them.

At Thousand Leaves Mountain, in the cool pavilion.

"Since both Fellow Daoists have decided to join the punitive army, I sincerely wish you a smooth journey and a fruitful return!" Xu Ping clasped his hands and said.

He clearly knew that if they only intended to profit a bit from the opportunity to conquer Feng Country, the dangers were relatively controllable.

But if they fancied seizing the elusive opportunities for Core Formation amidst this chaos, it would be extremely perilous, almost a matter of life and death.

After all, in this conflict, not only must they defend against the resistance of the local cultivators in Feng Country, but they must also remain constantly vigilant against the schemes from fellow cultivators of Yue and Hu countries.

"Thank you for your kind words!" Duan Shuang and Gong Yang both grinned and returned the courtesy.

Seeing this, Xu Ping did not say much more.

After all, having grown from First Rank Loose Cultivators to their current Late-Stage Foundation Establishment Stage, they must have gained rich experience and naturally did not need his reminders.

"These two Third-rank Lower Grade Cyan Profound Divine Thunder Talismans are a token of my goodwill, I hope the two Fellow Daoists will accept them."

Xu Ping took out two Cyan Profound Divine Thunder Talismans and handed them to Duan Shuang and Gong Yang.

They had been friends for decades, and he truly did not wish for them to never return.

Besides, now the Cyan Profound Divine Thunder Talisman was no longer something too precious to him.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Xu *2!"

Duan Shuang and Gong Yang's faces shone with surprise, a hint of uncontrollable excitement crossing their eyes, and they thanked him sincerely.

In truth, their visit was partly to say farewell to Xu Ping but mainly for the talismans.

Especially for the top-notch Second-stage talismans.

As for Third-rank talismans, they are precious items even for Golden Core cultivators.

The two of them knew their place, and naturally did not dare to hope for such treasures.

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