Start flat, cut off the wife of the five-star empress

Lu Yuan stepped forward and tried to explain clearly: "Because Hong Yan's mission is confidential and needs to be completed as soon as possible."

"We're worried that someone else will get their hands on it first."

"There are no other shady transactions or anything like that."

After hearing Lu Yuan's explanation, the doubts on Zi Xi'er's face gradually dissipated.

She sighed: "It turned out to be a misunderstanding. I'm sorry."

"It doesn't matter." Lu Yuan said with a smile, "Misunderstandings can be solved."

"Now that we have found the grass jelly, we can leave and continue exploring the market."

Zi Xi'er nodded: "Okay, let's move on."

After returning to Thunder Fire Pill Pavilion, Lu Yuan gathered with Su Liyan and other elders and began to discuss the recent changes in the relationship between Nanzhou and Xizhou in the cultivation world.

They exchanged news nervously and learned that the Puppet Sect of Xizhou was challenging the local sects. They believed that this might indicate that the internal power struggle in Xizhou had reached a fierce stage.

"Now it's not just Southern Continent's problem, there's also chaos within Xizhou."

"This situation is very dangerous." Su Liyan said worriedly.

Lu Yuan nodded, "Yes, we can't take it lightly."

"The Puppet Sect is powerful. If they successfully penetrate into Nanzhou, they will be a great threat to us."

The other elders agreed.

They recognize that action must be taken to deal with potential crises.

“We need to adjust our strategies and resource allocation in a timely manner,” an elder suggested.

"If the situation worsens, we need capabilities that can deal with different scenarios and adversaries."

Lu Yuan thought for a moment and then added: "At the same time, we need to find more sects that we can trust and are willing to cooperate."

"Only by uniting can we fight against the threat from Xizhou."

"We can take the initiative to contact some powerful sects and discuss cooperation with them."

Su Liyan frowned slightly, "This process may take a long time, and not every sect is willing to cooperate with us."

"We need to get more information and understand the relationship between the various forces in Xizhou."

Lu Yuan nodded in agreement and added: "We also need to expand our influence in the city and issue tasks in the market to recruit like-minded monks to join our alliance."

"That's a good idea."

Another elder said in agreement.

"Only by maintaining close contact with other forces in the cultivation world can we get help in times of crisis."

Su Liyan thought of something, "There is another issue to consider. The Puppet Sect may have made such a provocative move because they have strong supporters or power behind them."

"We need to find out exactly what kind of support they are getting."

Lu Yuan analyzed calmly: "I think they may be supported by a powerful and well-hidden monk in Xizhou."

"We should be careful and not easily expose our power and resources in Nanzhou."

Su Liyan nodded, "Yes, we don't have enough strength to confront them directly yet."

"Winning steadily is the most important thing."

The elders were silently meditating, knowing that they were facing a difficult and dangerous battle this time.

"So, what should we do next?"

an older elder asked. Lu Yuan changed the subject, "I think we must first tell the clan leader and other senior colleagues about this information, and discuss countermeasures together."

"In addition, I also suggest purchasing some special fairy materials in the market to strengthen defense and defense capabilities."

Everyone agreed with Lu Yuan's proposal and decided to take action immediately.

As the news came that Xuantian Sect accepted the challenge from the Puppet Sect, the entire Leihuo Dan Pavilion disciples fell into anger.

The news spread quickly, causing huge waves like a stone thrown into a lake.

The elders tried to calm the disciples' anger and told them that they must face the challenge calmly, but all the persuasion sounded feeble.

Although the conflict between the Puppet Sect and the Thunder Fire Pill Pavilion did not extend to other cultivation sects in Nanzhou, their provocative behavior in Tianfeng City attracted widespread attention.

Not to be outdone, the disciples of Leihuo Dan Pavilion responded forcefully to this challenge.

Despite the superior display of strength, the conflict resulted in some unavoidable losses.

Immediately after the incident, Taishang Daozu secretly instructed the elders how to handle this challenge.

In order to maintain the dignity and honor of the sect, Taishang Daozu decided to respond to the Puppet Sect's challenge with ten life-and-death fights.

As one of the most outstanding disciples of the Thunder Fire Dan Pavilion, Lu Yuan became the first choice to represent the Thunder Fire Dan Pavilion in the war.

Su Liyan recommended him to join the battle and praised his extraordinary strength and powerful auxiliary magic weapon "Star Jade Pendant".

After careful consideration, the elders decided to let Lu Yuan participate in this life and death fight. They believed that his ability could demonstrate the strength and glory of Thunder Fire Dan Pavilion.

When everyone gathered in the Thunder Fire Pill Pavilion to discuss the next plan, Lu Yuan felt everyone's expectant eyes falling on him.

He was both nervous and excited about this important task.

"Lu Yuan, you are one of our most outstanding disciples."

An elder said solemnly, "I know you have extraordinary strength and great potential."

"This life and death fight will be your opportunity to show yourself to the world of cultivation."

"That's my opinion too."

Su Liyan smiled and added, "You still have the star jade pendant, which can increase your power."

"I believe you can complete this task."

Outside Zhaoxia City, in full view of everyone, the life-and-death struggle between the Thunder Fire Dan Pavilion and the Puppet Sect officially began.

This was the first of ten challenges. Thunder Fire Pill Pavilion sent Lu Yuan, who was in the middle stage of Golden Pill cultivation, to challenge.

Although many people thought that Thunder Fire Dan Pavilion might avoid this challenge, Lu Yuan stood bravely on the battlefield.

Lu Yuan was not afraid of the disciples of the Puppet Sect and the powerful puppets they controlled.

He held tightly the Tiangang Thunder Fire Sword that exuded electric flames in his hand, and stared firmly at the opponent opposite him.

"Today, I challenge you on behalf of Thunder Fire Pill Pavilion!" His voice was calm and confident.

The disciples of the Puppet Sect exchanged a series of surprised looks with each other. They did not expect that the Thunder Fire Pill Pavilion would dare to take the initiative.

They had heard that the Thunder Fire Pill Pavilion had an outstanding reputation and great strength in the world of cultivation in Nanzhou, but they had always been focused on defense and retreat.

"It seems like this young man is really brave."

The leader of the Puppet Sect clicked his tongue in surprise.

The atmosphere of the battle between the two sides became tense.

Lu Yuan took a deep breath, mobilized his immortal power, and formed a blue energy shield in his body, covering his entire body. (End of chapter)