I Just Want to Cultivate Quietly and Farm

Chapter 601 - 329: Central State Fleet 2

"Previously, in the South Wilderness Spirit Realm, I encountered a trap set by the Nine Demons Sect. They attempted to lure me into a snare using Celestial Fire. Fortunately, I detected their plan in advance and managed to evade that danger." Li Mu smiled as he continued his explanation.

"Now, the Nine Demons Sect has learned of my whereabouts, and they sent Venerable Huang Long to repeat their old trick, trying to bait me again with Celestial Fire!" Li Mu chuckled with interest, looked at Chen Xuanzi and Ye Qiuming, and indicated, "Elder Chen, Isle Master Ye, the Southern Wilderness Continent is nearly conquered by the Nine Demons Sect, yet their ambitions go far beyond this; their sights are likely set on the Central State Spirit Realm and the Sea of Ten Thousand Stars."

"Venerable Huang Long might just be the tip of the iceberg exposed by the Nine Demons Sect this time. Their real power and plans are probably hidden deep beneath the surface, Elder Chen, Isle Master Ye, you must stay alert!" Li Mu warned with a serious expression.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xuanzi and Ye Qiuming’s expressions changed dramatically, their faces involuntarily becoming heavy.

"Thank you, Master Li, for informing us; otherwise, if the Nine Demons Sect had come to our doorstep, we would have been completely unaware!" Chen Xuanzi took a deep breath and expressed gratitude to Li Mu.

Li Mu had already disclosed the clue of Venerable Huang Long to him. Regardless of its truth, the Ten Thousand Islands Sect must take action. Even knowing they were being used by Li Mu’s ’killing with a borrowed knife’ strategy, they still needed to appreciate his gesture.

The current situation, as Li Mu stated, is that the two Immortal Sects of the Central Continent and the coalition of the Eight Great Clans are far away, unable to suppress the strong rise of the Nine Demons Sect. The Nine Demons Sect has now established its dominance over the Southern Wilderness. Next, they are bound to attack the Central State Spirit Realm.

The Sea of Ten Thousand Stars cannot remain uninvolved!

"Master Li, rest assured!" Ye Qiuming looked at Li Mu and spoke firmly: "Although our Ten Thousand Islands Sect is not a major power, we hold considerable renown in the Sea of Ten Thousand Stars. We will inform other powers about this situation and discuss countermeasures together."

Chen Xuanzi followed suit, promising Li Mu: "Master Li, please rest assured about your safety on Ten Thousand Stars Island. I will instruct the Sect to strengthen patrols to ensure everything on the island is safe."

"Thank you!" Li Mu expressed his gratitude.

"Master Li, we will return to the Sect to discuss this matter now, so as not to bother you here." Chen Xuanzi looked at Li Mu and bade farewell.

After the two took their leave, Li Mu courteously escorted them out of Li’s Treasure Tower, and then, after giving instructions to Xue’Er and Shopkeeper Liu, he boarded the Earth Element Spirit Ship bound for Crescent Island.

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Time passes like a white steed glimpsed through a crack, two months flew by in the blink of an eye.

On this day, a massive fleet appeared suddenly on the horizon of the Sea of Ten Thousand Stars, an awe-inspiring sight indeed. It was a gigantic fleet composed of hundreds of large Spiritual Ships, resembling a dark cloud blotting out the sky, speeding toward Ten Thousand Stars Island.

On the bow of a certain flagship, a Ji Family disciple reported to Ji Wuheng: "Third Elder, just ahead is the headquarters of the Ten Thousand Islands Sect — Ten Thousand Stars Island. We will reach our destination after a few sticks of incense time."

Ji Wuheng gazed deeply at the distant Ten Thousand Stars Island, speaking casually: "Hmm! Is Li Mu on this island?"

"Yes, Third Elder. According to the intelligence we received, Li Mu runs a Li’s Treasure Tower on the island and has been quite active on Ten Thousand Stars Island, having recently completed several Tier Six Spirit Treasure refining commissions and maintaining good relations with many forces in the Sea of Ten Thousand Stars." The Ji Family disciple answered.

"That fool Ji Hongsen dared to provoke such a person and even died at his hand, it’s truly pathetic and laughable!" Ji Wuheng sighed helplessly, feeling burdened by the mess he was about to clean up.

On another flagship, the atmosphere was entirely different from that on Ji Wuheng’s flagship. Venerable Kun Ling and Tianshang Supreme sat opposite each other, each holding a finely crafted wine cup, evidently enjoying a leisurely drink together. Their conversation was in stark contrast to Ji Wuheng’s seriousness and tension.

"I wonder what expression Friend Li will have when he sees us later." Venerable Kun Ling said with a smile, a playful glimmer in his eyes, "This time I got a lot of High-tier Spiritual Materials from those old folks of the Ji Family, I’m sure to surprise him later!"

Tianshang Supreme laughed heartily at the remark, his laughter loud and infectious, teasing: "Haha, you’re planning to have Friend Li craft some Protective Spiritual Treasures for you, hoping it might give you a chance for survival!"

"Speaking of which, I’m really looking forward to seeing Friend Li’s expression!" Venerable Kun Ling said with a smile, his eyes shining with anticipation.

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Their dialogue was filled with a light and joyous atmosphere. Their relationship was extremely close, without any constraints or pressures, while simultaneously facing the imminent deadly mission with a carefree attitude toward life and death.

At this time, the higher-ups of the Ten Thousand Islands Sect gathered, along with the cultivators on the island, to welcome the main force from the two Immortal Sects of the Central State — Profound Celestial Sword Sect, Taiyi Sect, the Ancient Eight Great Cultivation Clans, and the main forces of the small sects.

The vast Spiritual Ship fleet gathered, resembling a giant dragon winding across the vast sky, blocking out the sun and creating a powerful visual impact.

The many forces in the Sea of Ten Thousand Stars were aware that the Central State Spirit Realm was mobilizing almost entirely, planning to carry out a major demon-eradicating operation against the South Wilderness Domain. They deeply revered the might and prestige of the two Immortal Sects of the Central State and the Eight Great Cultivation Clans.

Upon learning that the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, Taiyi Sect, and Cultivation Clan were passing through the Ten Thousand Islands Sect, they all dispatched representatives to welcome them, expressing their respect and support.

On Ten Thousand Stars Island, inside Li’s Treasure Tower.

"Oh no, oh no! Xiaojin, hurry and inform Lord Li, the Ji Family members have arrived!" Xue’Er rushed into the warehouse, her face full of anxiety; the Ji Family’s arrival surely meant seeking revenge against Li Mu, she had to notify him to flee quickly.

"So what if the Ji Family has arrived! The master is currently refining artifacts, I dare not disturb him!" Xiaojin responded with some discontent, feeling indifferent to Xue’Er’s panic. In its eyes, the arrival of the Ji Family wasn’t anything significant; its master hadn’t killed anyone yet, and if Ji Family members came, they’d kill however many showed up.

"Hurry, I told you to inform him, any responsibility will be mine, stop talking nonsense!" Xue’Er sternly said, her pupils vertical, a powerful aura from the Nine-tailed Celestial Fox bloodline burst forth, instantly frightening Xiaojin, its face turning pale.

Xiaojin was scared two steps back by the sudden eruption of strong fox power from Xue’Er. It had never seen such a fearsome side of Xue’Er, that fierce gaze feeling like a mortal threat, Xiaojin even lost the courage to resist, but as this thought arose, the bloodline of the Heaven-Reaching Demon Ape sparked its fury, angered at itself for succumbing to this power.

However, facing Xue’Er’s gaze, Xiaojin ultimately conceded. The aura from Xue’Er wasn’t just strong and bizarre but contained an irresistible power of temptation that caused its mind to waver.

"Alright! Alright! I’ll notify him right away!" Xiaojin hurriedly responded and then used the Spirit Taming Contract Seal to reverse-message Li Mu.

Xue’Er, pleased, retracted her fox power and headed towards the secret chamber.

Watching Xue’Er’s back, Xiaojin came to its senses, feeling unprecedented pressure and urgency, thinking even Xue’Er had grown so powerful; she was close to reaching Tier Six!

Xue’Er hurriedly made her way to the entrance of the secret chamber, looking at the tightly closed chamber door.

"Rumble..." With a loud noise, the secret chamber door slowly opened. Li Mu appeared exhausted, carrying a fiery aura as he walked out from inside the chamber!

"Didn’t Xiaojin explain clearly, did the Ji Family members barge into the tower?"

Li Mu furrowed his brows, looking at Xue’Er in confusion and asked.

"No, but the Ji Family’s ships are nearing Ten Thousand Stars Island! Lord Li, we should flee quickly!" Xue’Er anxiously urged Li Mu.

Just as Li Mu was about to respond, he suddenly sensed something, causing his expression to freeze for a moment.