Chapter 1189: Gong Liangyu

After waiting only a short while, Qin Sang heard a series of footsteps approaching from outside. He rose to greet the visitors.

The one who entered first was Daoist Master Zhenyi. Behind him were two others. One was Qingjun, still disguised as Leng Yuntian. The other was an unfamiliar young man.

The young man was tall and strikingly handsome. Strangely, his cultivation was only at the peak of the Core Formation Realm. Yet standing beside two Spiritual Infant grandmasters, he appeared completely composed, without the slightest trace of timidity.

"Daoist Ming Yue!" Before the man appeared, his voice was already heard.

Daoist Master Zhenyi strode quickly into the hall. When he saw Qin Sang, a delighted expression appeared on his face. "I have already heard of your battle achievements and have been wondering what kind of bearing you possessed. You're even better in person than your reputation!"

"Daoist Master, you flatter me. With the help of Daoist Si Di and Daoist Jinglin, I only managed to kill Old Devil Pei by chance. Such a small achievement is hardly worth mentioning compared to all of you!" Qin Sang replied modestly.

Qingjun smiled faintly. "Daoist Master had originally planned to leave the city to deal with an urgent matter. When he heard that you had arrived, he immediately rushed back."

Qin Sang looked toward Qingjun. After arriving at Sandi’e Stronghold, they had contacted each other secretly several times. But because the situation of the battlefield had been unpredictable, they had never managed to meet.

This was the first time Qin Sang had seen Qingjun since advancing to the Spiritual Infant Realm. In Qingjun’s eyes, Qin Sang caught a faint trace of approval.

Daoist Master Zhenyi laughed loudly. "Daoist Leng, aren't you the same? Daoist Ming Yue has only just advanced into the Transformation Realm and already killed a cultivator of the same level. If the other Daoists had not all gone elsewhere to patrol, they would certainly have come as well, just to witness Daoist Ming Yue’s bearing!"

As he spoke, Daoist Master Zhenyi stepped aside and gestured. "Allow me to introduce them to Daoist Ming Yue. This is Daoist Leng Yuntian, sect leader of Yuanshen Sect."

"I have long heard of you!" Qin Sang had no choice but to pretend it was their first meeting.

Qingjun returned the fist-and-palm salute. The two exchanged a glance and secretly smiled. Qingjun understood Qin Sang’s intention and did not expose him in public.

"And this is Daoist Gong Liangyu, the current palace master of Shangyuan Tranquility Palace." Daoist Master Zhenyi pointed to the young man,

"Oh?" Qin Sang suddenly remembered. "So you are the palace master of Shangyuan Tranquility Palace! My apologies for the discourtesy!"

"I would not dare. I have long been stationed at Wangdong City. This time I happened to come to Shiqu Mountain on some business, and I never expected to have the fortune of meeting you, Daoist Ming Yue!" Gong Liangyu spoke politely, neither humble nor arrogant.

As expected of the master of a great palace. His demeanor was indeed impressive. Qin Sang did not think much of it.

As the palace master of Shangyuan Tranquility Palace, even without reaching the Spiritual Infant Realm, he was still qualified to interact with them as an equal.

Shangyuan Tranquility Palace had not produced a Spiritual Infant palace master for a very long time.

Qin Sang still remembered that the palace master had once been Iron Crown, who was also only at the peak of the Core Formation Realm. Qin Sang had met him once before entering Ziwei Palace. Now the position had passed to Gong Liangyu. Iron Crown had most likely fallen.

Yet Shangyuan Tranquility Palace had never fallen out of the ranks of the great righteous sects. That was the foundation of a great sect. Even without a Spiritual Infant cultivator, it still possessed methods that made Spiritual Infant cultivators wary.

Among the four great secret talismans of Shangyuan Tranquility Palace, three were the Big Dipper Heavenly Blade Talisman, the Nine-Dragon Heavenly Chariot Talisman, and the Inner Vision Primordial Talisman. All three were at the Golden Core Realm.

The final one, however, was not a simple spirit talisman, but a talisman puppet. And it was a Spiritual Infant Realm talisman puppet.

However, Qin Sang had heard that the Spiritual Infant Realm talisman puppet of Shangyuan Tranquility Palace could not stray too far from the sect and could only serve to protect the sect. Whether that was true or not remained uncertain.

Shangyuan Tranquility Palace relied on Shaohua Mountain, but their relationship resembled that of allies rather than that of a subordinate.

After exchanging greetings, the four sat down inside the hall.

"Daoist Ming Yue slew a Spiritual Infant cultivator of Sin Abyss. That is a great merit. We have already recorded a large amount of battle merit for you. If you desire to exchange it for anything, just say the word. I will order people to help search for it with all their strength." Daoist Master Zhenyi spoke with great enthusiasm.

He had long received messages from Jinglin and Si Di. Knowing that this demon king did not oppose the human race and was willing to assist the Two-Domain Alliance, he naturally wished to draw him closer.

Qin Sang thought for a moment. "There is no hurry for now! I only advanced recently and have yet to fully sort out my understanding of the Great Dao. When I need something, I will seek your help. Perhaps I may earn even more battle merits later."

In truth, his cultivation arts had long been determined. He practiced two simultaneously. His life-bound astra had also reached its current limit.

Only two matters remained. One was refining a treasure capable of subduing the Southern Sun Fire. The other was cultivating the Fire Seed Golden Lotus, beginning with the Ancestral Sacred Flame of Devilish Qingyang Sect.

For the first matter, he already had some ideas, but they were not yet mature, and he was still uncertain what spiritual materials would be required. As for the second, he would have to meet Mei Gu first and investigate the situation of Devilish Qingyang Sect before making a decision.

In any case, the Two-Domain Alliance would not erase his contributions. When the time came to use them, he could decide then.

Hearing that Qin Sang intended to remain and continue assisting, Daoist Master Zhenyi was overjoyed and readily agreed.

Afterward, Qin Sang asked them about the latest developments and learned that Sin Abyss remained extremely stubborn and showed no sign of withdrawing its forces.

Daoist Master Zhenyi, meanwhile, asked about the Nether Crystal Tower and the Soul-Extinguishing Spike.

Methods that attacked the primordial spirit were extremely difficult to defend against. The power demonstrated by the Soul-Extinguishing Spike had alarmed everyone. The Two-Domain Alliance had already discussed it several times.

Qin Sang did not conceal anything and recounted the events of that day. He also probed subtly, trying to gather information from Daoist Master Zhenyi, but he found no indication that Sin Abyss had any connection with the ancient devils.

After discussing matters privately for a while, Qin Sang finally stated the purpose of his visit.

Daoist Master Zhenyi immediately ordered someone to bring the demon troops. Qin Sang had already been granted permission to mobilize them earlier, but because of the tense situation, there had been no opportunity.

Qin Sang then took his leave. Under the guidance of a cultivator, he met the old macaque in a side hall.

These past few days, the old macaque had heard people discussing the legend of Demon King Ming Yue slaying a Spiritual Infant cultivator in battle almost every day. His ears were nearly calloused from hearing it so often.

Now that he finally saw Qin Sang, the old macaque could not help but shed tears of joy. He said, "With Master here, the great king could finally be at ease."

Perhaps influenced by the fat chicken and the white crane, the lesser demons of Thousand-Mountain Bamboo Sea had now begun calling Qin Sang "Master" whenever they saw him.

"Gather the demon troops and return to Sandi’e Stronghold. Once your subordinates are settled, go back personally and secretly inform the willow tree spirit. Tell the white crane and the others to sail out to sea together and quickly search Icy Sea for a hidden refuge, as far away from the mainland as possible." Qin Sang issued the order.

The old macaque was startled. "Master, is the situation really that bad?"

This time, Sin Abyss had not gained any advantage and had even lost a Spiritual Infant cultivator.

Everyone believed that the fortune of Sin Abyss was waning and that the Two-Domain Alliance was beginning to gain the upper hand.

Qin Sang slowly shook his head. "It is hard to say. Preparing in advance will never be wrong. We must secure a retreat path first. Also, remember to inform Li Yufu as well."

He was alone and could leave at any time. The lesser demons of Thousand-Mountain Bamboo Sea were the real problem. If they could find a refuge beforehand, they would not fall into chaos if disaster struck.

The matter of establishing a sect would have to be postponed as well.

"Understood!" The old macaque did not dare question Qin Sang’s judgment and immediately departed to carry out the order.

Qin Sang remained in the side hall and did not leave. After waiting for a while, a ripple suddenly appeared in the void.

Qin Sang looked up and saw a familiar graceful figure in a red dress quietly emerge. Qingjun had already removed her disguise.

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