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Novel: [The Primordial Law]
Volume 2: [Jiuli Insect Valley]
Chapter 108 (136): [Capturing Shi Liuyu]
(108th of Volume 2)
Translator: Shadow Knight AK
Editor: Shadow Knight AK
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Li Weiyi knew that every member of the Hidden Sect was a Nine Springs Supreme.
Just how powerful must Yin Er, who had been a Hidden One twenty-four years ago, have become?
His aura was so overwhelming that it rivaled that of some First Commanders.
Hidden Lord said, "Weiyi, though your innate talent is extraordinary, allowing you to pass all three trials of the Psychic Mural and become a Divine Hidden One, your current cultivation is still insufficient. You must reach the fifth stage of the Five Seas Realm before you can officially emerge from seclusion. Only then will we feel secure entrusting all Hidden Ones and the Hidden Sect's resources to you."
"For now, the Hidden Ones' affairs for this sixty-year cycle will be handled by Yin Er for the Dao Seed Realm and Yin Shi San for the Five Seas Realm."
Li Weiyi asked, "And what about Yin Jiu?"
Yin Shi San laughed heartily: "In the Five Seas Realm, Yin Jiu is naturally the strongest in combat. But those with high Martial Path talent naturally focus more on cultivation. I, on the other hand, excel at handling these miscellaneous administrative tasks."
Li Weiyi asked, "May I inquire where Senior Brother Yin Shi San serves in the government?"
Yin Shi San glanced down, noticing a corner of his official robe exposed. He quickly tucked it away and smiled: "There's nothing to hide! Currently, I am currently serving in the Attendant Hall of the Lizhou Governor's Manor. Through the imperial system, I have access to firsthand intelligence on all of Li Prefecture. Weiyi, you can no longer use the identity of Sima Qin. Jiang Ning has already ordered the Attendant Hall to investigate you."
The Attendant Hall in each prefecture assisted the Governor's Manor in overseeing the major Sects and influential clans, while also reporting directly to the Phoenix Terrace.
Yin Shi San had already come into contact with Jiang Ning.
"She won't be in Li Prefecture for long. So let her investigate," Li Weiyi said with a smile, his gaze turning to Yin Er, "Senior Brother Yin Er, is your public identity within the Coffin Sea Merchant Guild?"
A flicker of surprise crossed Yin Er's usually calm, deep eyes: "How did you know?"
Li Weiyi replied, "Since the Coffin Sea Pavilion is secretly controlled by the Hidden Sect, how could such a vast source of wealth as the Coffin Sea Merchant Guild not be guarded by powerful Hidden Ones?"
"Senior Brother Yin Er claims to be in charge of Dao Seed Realm affairs, but in reality, you oversee all of the Hidden Sect's worldly affairs, holding the ultimate decision-making power."
"The Hidden Sect's influence in the mortal world and its ability to communicate with and gather information from the outside world must necessarily pass through the Coffin Sea Pavilion and the Coffin Sea Merchant Guild."
"The Coffin Sea Pavilion operates at a higher level, and I suspect its leader is the Hidden One from the previous sixty-year cycle. Naturally, the Coffin Sea Merchant Guild falls under Senior Brother Yin Er's jurisdiction."
A smile finally appeared on Yin Er's stern face: "I have no objections to the ownership of this cycle's Divine Hidden One!"
To pass all three trials of the Psychic Mural, one's Martial Path talent must be unparalleled.
But their minds must be at least passable, or it would be a disaster for the Hidden Sect.
Li Weiyi asked, "Hidden Lord, now that the Jiu Li Tribe and the Four Great Sects have openly turned hostile, has war broken out yet?"
"At the high-level, several battles have already taken place around Yaoguan, resulting in casualties on both sides."
"Mysterious experts from the Ancestor Realm and the Jiu Li Dao Academy have also sent scouts to probe the situation."
"The armies raised by the Sui Sect and the San Chen Palace are primarily stationed in Jiu Li City and on Cangli Ancestral Mountain. They clearly believe that capturing Jiu Li City and crushing the Cangli Tribe will break the Jiu Li Tribe's will to resist."
"The Buddha's Salvation (Fodu) Army from Guan Shan has already captured Divine Prison City on the northeastern border of Li Prefecture and is advancing south along the Mangshan Mountain Range."
"The Earth Wolf King's Army's Snow Wolf Cavalry, starting from Shu Prefecture, has used the Underground Blood River to pass through Han Prefecture and is now massing on the Western Bone Plains, the westernmost part of Li Prefecture. At the Snow Wolves' speed, they can cross the 2,600-mile distance over mountains and rivers in just a day and a night, reaching Jiu Li City's walls or attacking Yaoguan and threatening Burial Immortal Town."
"In addition, several forces in Zhi Prefecture to the north are stirring restlessly, likely at the invitation of the Sui Sect and the San Chen Palace, hoping to join the fray and claim a share of the spoils."
"We haven't detected any trace of the demon soldiers and generals from Heavenly Cliff Ridge yet."
"That's precisely what worries me the most."
"We have no idea where they'll strike from."
"When the Demon Clan invades, it leaves a trail of white bones for a thousand miles."
"They truly devour humans, like locusts sweeping through a field."
Li Weiyi frowned deeply, puzzled: "With the situation so critical, why did the Hidden Lord come to the Immortal Realm Space? If a sudden war erupts outside, won't the Hidden Sect be left leaderless?"
The Hidden Lord laughed heartily: "You underestimate the Hidden Sect, boy! There's more than one Hidden Lord. Just from what I know, the Hidden Lord from the previous sixty-years cycle is still alive."
"And the one before that?" Li Weiyi asked.
The Hidden Lord shook his head, indicating he didn't know: "Each generation's Divine Hidden One is taught and guided by the previous Hidden Lord. The Hidden Lords and Hidden Ones from even earlier generations long ago withdrew from worldly affairs. Most have passed away, and nearly all the survivors are pursuing Eternal Life."
"To be honest, even I don't know how many Immortal Realm experts the Jiu Li Hidden Sect truly harbors."
Li Weiyi thought to himself, 'No wonder the Hidden Lord is so confident. Just from the Jiu Li Hidden Sect's elite-focused approach, the power accumulated over these sixty-year cycles must be terrifying.'
What is the inner core (Hidden Foundation)?
This is the inner core (Hidden Foundation) - the inner core (Hidden Foundation) of the Jiu Li Tribe.
The Hidden Lord said, "The main reason I came to the Immortal Realm Space was for two things. One of them is to help you resolve the threat posed by the Six Desires Talisman."
"Take off your Nightwalker's Garment and lure Shi Liuyu here."
Li Weiyi complied, removing the garment and asking, "Have we changed plans?"
The Hidden Lord nodded.
"War is imminent. Yang Shenjing of the Sui Sect is a cunning and formidable strategist who won't reveal all his strength openly."
"Guan Shan, Heavenly Cliff Ridge, and even the Thundercloud Sect and Dragon Sect are all major variables. No one knows how much power they'll commit."
"Moreover, there's a deeply hidden internal traitor within the Jiu Li Tribe. That's why I can't predict the outcome of this battle."
"You Hidden Ones from this sixty-year cycle are too young to participate. You are the seeds of the Hidden Sect. Before the chaos ends, you must disperse. Either go into hiding or leave Li Prefecture."
"My greatest concern is you, the future Divine Hidden One. Which of the two paths I prepared for you will you choose?"
The Hidden Lord pointed to Yin Er and Yin Thirteen.
Li Weiyi asked, "Should I hide within the Coffin Sea Merchant Guild or join the imperial court?"
Yin Er replied, "Not within the guild, but follow the fleet the Coffin Sea Merchant Guild is preparing to depart Li Prefecture via the Shui River. Along the way, we have a mission: to seize this opportunity to eliminate the Sui Sect's branch halls and outposts in various prefectures. The Sui Sect's true foundation lies in the Shui River, not Li Prefecture."
Yin Shi San added, "Most of the imperial officials and soldiers are evacuating Li Prefecture soon to preserve their strength. If you come with me, I suspect we'll likely head to Lingxiao City, or perhaps the Prefecture Garrison. Don't worry, with your Senior Brother here, you won't be sent to the front lines."
Li Weiyi pondered for a moment: "I'd like to return to Yaoguan first and then make my decision."
"Are you going to see Cai Yutong, Li Ling, or Yaoyin?" Hidden Lord asked with a smile.
"The young Surging Spring Realm Martial-Mystic Cultivators who survived the Mangshan Grand Festival have already been escorted to the Jiu Li Divine Temple by clan elders. You probably won't be able to see Cai Yutong for now!"
Li Weiyi asked, "What's the other reason you came here, Hidden Lord?"
"To kill Yao Qian." Hidden Lord's eyes instantly turned sharp.
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Shi Liuyu, First Commander of the Earth Wolf King's Army, soared across the emerald grassland at lightning speed.
He paused occasionally to check his bearings and observe his surroundings.
His cultivation was unfathomably deep.
Just a few days ago, he ventured deep into the Immortal Realm Space, hoping to strike it lucky.
Instead, he witnessed a Immortal Realm elder spill his blood across the desolate wilderness in a horrific spectacle that sent him fleeing in terror.
He had never trusted his luck!
As he was about to leave Burial Immortal Town, he suddenly sensed the fluctuation of the Six Desires Talisman.
His heart filled with a mix of surprise and delight. He followed the trail all the way to this undulating grassland dotted with small hills.
Before long, he spotted Li Weiyi, roasting meat over a fire beneath three towering black trees atop one of the hills. The aroma of sizzling meat filled the air.
"Hahaha!" Shi Liuyu let out a strange laugh.
With a flash, he landed beside Li Weiyi on a stone stool he had prepared in advance, throwing his arm around the young man's neck.
"Good lad, you're still alive! How have you managed to hold out this long?"
Li Weiyi continued roasting the meat, unfazed.
"What do you think? After being struck by the Six Desires Talisman, what else could I do?"
Shi Liuyu's expression darkened.
He scrutinized Li Weiyi, who looked remarkably energetic.
"Impossible! It's been over two months. Six times a day? Are you trying to scare me?"
Li Weiyi chuckled: "Just because you can't do it doesn't mean I can't."
Shi Liuyu saw that Li Weiyi was calm and composed, showing no fear of him at all. In fact, it seemed as if he had been deliberately waiting for him.
A bad premonition surged through him. He immediately clawed at Li Weiyi's neck.
"Boy, what trick are you playing? Don't try to intimidate Sixth Master here."
Li Weiyi's face turned pale with terror. He gasped, "If... if this is just a bluff... why would I have prepared a stone stool for you in advance?"
"Could it be..."
Shi Liuyu's expression shifted again.
Suddenly, he felt layers of invisible force pressing down on him, as if nine layers of heaven were crushing his body. The stone stool beneath him exploded with a loud bang.
Realizing he had been tricked, he tightened his grip on Li Weiyi's neck while trying to stand up and flee.
Suddenly, his shoulder sank under the weight of an unknown hand.
His body was pinned down, unable to rise.
His entire arm went numb, leaving him helpless as Li Weiyi slipped free.
Shi Liuyu was drenched in cold sweat, his face stiff as he forced a smile.
"May I ask if a Senior from the Hidden Sect has graced us with their presence?"
Hidden Lord stood tall behind Shi Liuyu, his palm resting lightly on the man's shoulder.
His voice was deep and resonant as he replied, "Why must I necessarily be from the Hidden Sect?"
Shi Liuyu cautiously said, "From what I observed, that young man has already broken through to the Five Seas Realm. His innate talent is extraordinary, so it's likely he has caught the eye of the Hidden Sect. Furthermore, Senior brought me here, probably to help him remove the Six Desires Talisman. This shows just how highly the Hidden Sect values him!"
Seeing the terrifying aura behind him remain silent, Shi Liuyu knew he had guessed correctly. He immediately recovered from his despair and said, "In that case, I've actually done something meritorious!"
"Meritorious?" the Hidden Lord scoffed.
"For unearthing talent for the Hidden Sect."
Now that he knew the Hidden Lord wouldn't kill him for the time being, Shi Liuyu's courage surged. Enduring the pain in his shoulder, he forcefully circulated his Spiritual Power.
"Boom!"
A cloud of green fire, hot enough to melt steel, erupted from his body, engulfing the entire hill. His physical form rapidly shrank, breaking free from the Hidden Lord's grasp.
He then activated his Earth Evasion technique and burrowed into the ground.
"Not bad! No wonder you, this lecherous demon, have managed to survive until now."
The Hidden Lord chuckled, extending his five fingers into the air. A gust of wind swept across the prairie.
Suddenly, dozens of rivers of Spiritual Qi surged from the earth, flipping the entire geological layer of the hill a hundred yards away.
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