Cultivation: Being Immortal-Chapter 465:

Outside Bing State, Yuya Mountain

Feng Jiu and a group of demon experts arrived outside Yuya Mountain, while the Pure Jade Sect forces were also ready. The reinforcements from the Immortal Alliance had also arrived, with the main battlefield being Bing State.

"There are quite a few Tao Achieving of the human race coming, Grandpa Ancestor."

"Demon Emperor, you need not worry. The human race lacks a Human Emperor and is just a disorganized group."

The Phoenix Demon Emperor said that he was aware of the human race’s Immortal Alliance, but was not concerned. Although the Immortal Alliance was established, there was no prominent figure, just a disorganized group.

"That’s true, but I think the human race’s Tao Achieving are still not numerous enough."

"It’s almost enough. Just a disorganized group, can we really expect all the human race’s Tao Achieving to appear? We should aim to attack separately and fulfill our mission."

"Yes, Grandpa Ancestor, shall we begin soon?"

"You are the Demon Emperor, you have the final say."

Phoenix Demon Emperor shook his head, he didn’t make decisions, it was still Feng Jiu giving orders.

"Let’s wait a little longer, wait for more Tao Achieving from the human tribe to gather, aiming for victory in one battle."

Feng Jiu strategized, saying that the demon tribe was no match for the human tribe, so it was best to have a decisive battle right from the start and win in one battle.

At the same time on Yuya Mountain, Tao Achieving cultivators from Pure Jade Sect were observing the demon tribe’s formations alongside high-ranking members of the Immortal Alliance. Each of them felt intimidated as the number of demons was too large to be counted even with their Tao Achieving vision.

"There are at least billions of demons, not to mention the Demon Insects. Yuya Mountain definitely won’t hold up. Taoist friend, we should follow the advice of the Immortal Alliance, hold Yuya Mountain for a while, then retreat to Pure Jade Sect, lengthen the demon tribe’s battle line, and wear them down."

Wu Zilin told Pure Jade Sect’s Tao Achieving cultivators that they were deeply unsettled as the demon tribe’s strength was overwhelming, and they were no match.

Perhaps, their current strength is not enough to win. Despite the formation of the Immortal Alliance by the human tribe, it cannot gather the full power of the entire tribe. Not to mention, even in Zhong State, they can only mobilize less than one-third of their strength. The cultivators in Zhong State are simply unwilling to fight desperately for Bing State, even if their leaders try to consider the bigger picture.

"Taoist Friend Wu, do you think I can retreat now? Holding Yuya Mountain, my vassals are still willing to fight to defend their homeland. If I retreat, should I resort to scorched-earth tactics? If we don’t, what’s the point? But even if we do, will these vassals still fight to the end?"

The cultivator from Pure Jade Sect said coldly, "Defending our homeland, Bing State cultivators are willing to fight to the end. But if their homeland is destroyed, their fighting spirit may waver."

"Oh, what should we do?"

"Let’s ask Taoist Friend Wu to bring more reinforcements. Bing State is currently helping Zhong State withstand the thunder. If we lose, can Zhong State be saved?"

"I’ve explained the reasons countless times, but they refuse to listen. What can I do?"

Wu Zilin said. These reasons are obvious, but they don’t listen. Everyone has their own interests. Who would risk their lives over just a few words?

The cultivator from Pure Jade Sect stopped insisting. If Yuya Mountain can withstand the attack, they will continue to hold their ground. If not, then he will retreat to Pure Jade Sect.

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Outside Yunzhong City, Yun State

Numerous water pillars surged on the surface of Yuntuo River, making it seem like the whole river was boiling. This was the result of cultivators battling water demons.

The Demon God Temple gathered many water monsters and moved up the Yuntuo River. They encountered a magical fishing net set by Yun State cultivator, which startled the cultivator.

Cao Ying ordered many water cultivators to gather and fight against the monsters in the water, ensuring smooth water transport on the Yuntuo River.

"A treasure boat that is a hundred meters long and six meters high is equivalent to more than a hundred normal storage bags. Even low-level cultivators or ordinary people can control it. So, the strategic importance of water transport is huge, and we must ensure the smooth flow of the Yuntuo River water transport."

"It’s not just about transporting goods, but also about securing the resources on both sides of the Yuntuo River…"

Lin Jiang patiently explained to the cultivators beside him, emphasizing this matter several times.

Despite some cultivators suggesting to abandon guarding the Yuntuo River and focus on the battlefield, Lin Jiang vetoed them. High-level cultivators could usually fly around with many storage bags, but now every high-level cultivator must be utilized. There is no spare manpower for transportation.

Therefore, the treasure boats on the Yuntuo River became the most affordable means of transport, emphasis on affordability. When sailing downstream, they don’t even need to consume any spirit stones.

And they can protect the resources on both banks of the Yuntuo River. The areas along the Yuntuo River are the essence of the Yun State, with Medicine City of the Five Elements Sect and Anhua City of the Lin family situated by the riverside. If the monsters cannot be stopped around Yunzhong City, these two cities will be directly threatened, forcing the Yun State to divide its forces, making the situation even worse.

"The elder is right, but there are not many water cultivators in the Yun State. We should increase our strength."

"As long as they are not fire cultivators, other cultivators with remaining power will join the battle. Reinforcements from Anhua City and the Five Elements Sect will arrive soon, so hold the line for now."

After explaining patiently, Lin Jiang could see that the people of Yun State understood the importance of Yuntuo River. However, there were not many water cultivators in Yun State, so they had to send more reinforcements.

"Elder, the demon clan has retreated."

Not long after, someone shouted as the water demons slowly retreated, leaving behind many demon beast corpses on Yuntuo River.

The bodies of these demon beasts were not wasted. They were salvaged as much as possible, with their meat used as rations for cultivators, and their skin and bones used to make armor, weapons, and other important supplies for the cultivators’ battles.

Lin Jiang organized everything properly and returned to Yunzhong City, which had turned into a large military base. Independent cultivators and regular cultivators who could retreat had already left.

"The aura here is so dense, no wonder the demon clan’s main target is Yunzhong City."

Lin Jiang took a deep breath. The scent of blood in Yunzhong City was very strong, with many demon beast corpses being dissected here. It could be said that blood was flowing like a river, and the large number of wounded were being treated here, adding even more to the smell of blood in the air.

Lin Jiang picked up a meal from the logistics camp and brought it to Lin Ying.

"Big brother, why are you giving me food? I am a Void Achiever and I don’t want to eat this."

"The flesh and blood of high-priced demonic beasts contain strong spiritual power. Right now, the spiritual power in Yunzhong City is all supplied to power the formation. Eat some to replenish your spiritual power."

"Leave it for others."

"Go ahead and eat. There isn’t much else in the city now, except for the flesh and blood of demonic beasts. Some people are almost sick from eating too much."

Lin Jiang smiled, many low-level cultivators usually don’t eat much demonic beast meat, but now they can really eat as much as they want. If you can eat it, you can have a few hundred pounds a day. There are really people who eat until they vomit.

"Alright, I’ll have a taste."

Lin Ying said, she is in charge of the military affairs in Yunzhong City, under a lot of pressure. Eating a meal is actually a way to relax and relieve stress.

"Big brother, you don’t seem to be in a good mood. Are you worried about the war? Actually, there’s no need to worry. If the main forces of the demon clan don’t come, relying on this secondary force alone, they won’t be able to defeat us."

Lin Ying noticed that Lin Jiang’s mood was a little upset and asked him.

"Not this thing."

Lin Jiang shook his head. Lin Jiang was unhappy with the Wangxian Sect. He had arranged for Li Qing to evacuate the members of the Wangxian Sect and disperse them to different places to avoid trouble.

However, Li Qing didn’t fully comply. She explained her intentions to the crowd as requested by Lin Jiang, but didn’t forcefully evacuate them. Instead, she said those willing to leave could do so. In the end, seventy percent of the people chose to stay.

The reason they stayed was simple. They considered the Wangxian Sect their home, where they had lived for hundreds of years. Some had ancestors there, some had their entire wealth there. It was not easy for them to leave.

Although Li Qing mentioned that she would bring the Wangxian Sect leaders to apologize to Lin Jiang in a few days, Lin Jiang was still very unhappy. This act of defiance made Lin Jiang feel like his centuries-old career was about to fail.

"Brother, what’s wrong?"

"Nothing, let’s not talk about it. Finish eating and come with me to inspect the battlefield. You are the chief in charge of Yunzhong City. You must show yourself more to boost morale among the people."

Lin Jiang actually cared more about the disciples he had personally trained than the Wangxian Sect. Among these disciples, half were not in the Wangxian Sect but were secretly arranged by Lin Jiang, unknown even to Li Qing.

Lin Jiang also realized that even if Li Qing and others openly betrayed them, it didn’t matter much because Zhou Huaiying was already under control. They currently had no mission, which could be an opportunity to let go of burdens. After the war, Lin Jiang could live freely again.