I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, So I’ll Max Out My Defense

In that corner, the altar lay there quietly, unadorned and unremarkable, just like an ordinary piece of rock.

It seemed that the personage from the Upper Realm, as mentioned by the ancestor of the evil sect, must have also used this altar to communicate with them.

Li Xiaobai saw it, and Liuren did as well, a serious expression flashing across his eyes.

The appearance of a second altar meant there would be a third, a fourth, and perhaps many more. From the words of the evil sect’s ancestor, it was not hard to deduce that the existence at the other end of this altar came from the Upper Realm.

This altar was a tool for communication between the Immortal Spirit Continent and the Upper Realm.

The images flowed frame by frame, fading away, eventually turning into specks of starlight that dissipated into the sky. Cangying’s Primordial Spirit Power was exhausted, and he disappeared completely between heaven and earth.

“Senior Liuren, did you discern anything?”

Yang Guang asked with a puzzled expression. He had not seen a Blood Sacrifice Fragment, and the information he could infer from just the ancestor’s words in the memory was very limited.

“This altar is indeed a tool for communication with the Upper Realm. The significant figures of the evil sect come from the Upper Realm. These Blood Sacrifice Fragments need to be arranged throughout the Immortal Spirit Continent, in all directions. It is very likely that they are part of some formation deployed from above. Once completed, the formation would be activated, but now it has been destroyed by Young Master Li.”

“Although the exact purpose is unclear, one thing is already obvious, the personages from the Upper Realm have designs on the Immortal Spirit Continent, and this is definitely not something good!”

Liuren spoke gravely, whether it was the mysterious entity Mei Changqing contacted or this one from the evil sect, they were clearly acting with specific intentions. What did these cultivators from the Upper Realm want to do in Central Province?

Setting up formations in the Immortal Spirit Continent, attempting to influence the struggle for Immortal Spirit Qi, preventing cultivators from monopolizing it—no matter how you look at it, these individuals have ulterior motives in affecting the layout of the Immortal Spirit Continent.

“Has Senior ever heard of these Blood Sacrifice Fragments? What kind of formation is this?”

Li Xiaobai asked curiously. He was indeed very curious about these fragments. According to the system’s display, there were a total of one hundred and eight pieces, and he now had thirty-five in his possession. The rest of the fragments were likely scattered across the mainland.

“I have never heard of them; without seeing the fragments firsthand, it is impossible to determine what kind of formation it is. However, the formations set by evil cultivators are expected to be cruel and ruthless methods.”

Liuren’s eyes flickered with contemplative light.

“It looks like we will have to visit the evil sect after this. The entities in the altar seem to be exceptionally attentive to the timing of the distribution of Immortal Spirit Qi. Perhaps this is related to their actions. In any case, we cannot allow the altar to remain in the hands of others; it must be controlled by us.”

“Good!”

“Senior Liuren, rest assured, with our integrity on the line, we swear that we will not breathe a word of today’s secrets to anyone!”

“Indeed, this matter will not leak out!”

Having learned about such secrets, Yang Guang, Cai Kunxu, and the others couldn’t help but break out in a cold sweat. They had been greedy, or perhaps, they had stayed too long in the comfortable confines of the bathhouse, so much so that they had begun to forget the most basic rules of survival.

Those who should know, know; those who should not, remain oblivious. At present, this significant secret even involves the big shots of the Upper Realm, with the potential to affect the layout of the Immortal Spirit Continent—clearly, it was not for them to know.

If Liuren harbored a murderous intent, they would probably all meet their end here.

Watching the several people cooperate, Liuren also nodded in satisfaction. With the protection of a Dao-heart oath, she could be at ease.

“There’s still some time before the deployment of the Immortal Spirit Qi. During this period, I will traverse various places in the Mainland to locate all the places hiding altars. As for the fragments, there’s no need to worry too much. After all, quite a few have been destroyed. Logically speaking, the Formation should be considered broken. If the flaws aren’t fixed in time, the Formation won’t activate.”

Liuren leaned on the edge of the bathhouse, her gaze slightly narrowed. Originally, she came to mediate disputes, but unexpectedly, she stumbled upon a batch of great secrets.

The second Sea-Calming Divine Needle, the Tangneng First-class bathhouse that could enhance cultivation level and spiritual power, Huazi which increases the cultivators’ understanding and immunity to Flesh Mountain’s onslaught, as well as the altar that connects to the Upper Realm and the formation pattern that seemingly covers the entire Immortal Spirit Continent.

Any of these taken out alone would be shocking enough, yet now, she encountered them all at once. The amount of information was too vast; she needed to sort it out.

The other cultivators were likewise shocked, especially Yang Guang. Had not today’s reveal by Mei Changqing and Cangying uncovered the secrets, he would have continued to be kept in the dark about such a fearsome existence within the borderlands. And now Yang Guang felt he might be a false City Lord.

But what was most astonishing was still the fragments arranged by Cangying. The Vice Leader said they seem to be part of a formation, one that spans the entire Immortal Spirit Continent. What kind of grand plan was this?

If the formation were completed and successfully activated, what would become of all the creatures upon this Mainland?

Even without understanding the intricacies, the mere thought made it clear that it was definitely not a good thing, and it could even lead to a cataclysm and upheaval.

“So this is Cangying’s secret!”

Mei Changqing’s eyes could not stop revealing amazement and cold fear. The fear came from the Vice Leader’s ruthless tactics—only a moment ago they were speaking kindly, and the next, without a moment’s hesitation, they proceeded to soul search, showing no mercy, appearing cold-hearted and merciless.

If he had not cooperated with the investigation, perhaps he would have faced the same fate, right?

The amazement was because he had not anticipated that Cangying’s background was also so intricately connected to the altar. Thanks to Cangying, he finally understood which realm the other side of the altar led to.

It was indeed the Upper Realm. No wonder that mysterious figure had such an abundant supply of Immortal Spirit Qi—it was inconceivable. It turns out that aside from breaking through the void, there were other channels to communicate with the Upper Realm on the Immortal Spirit Continent.

If enough resources were put into the altar, the spatial passage constructed would allow cultivators to pass through. Previously, he wasn’t sure of the exact location of the other party and, wary of their strength, did not act rashly, communicating only with a drop of Jade Liquor each time.

If he were to sprinkle an entire bottle, successfully constructing the passage, perhaps even those with insufficient strength would be able to enter the Upper Realm in search of opportunities.

“Let us discuss this at length later. Once the borderlands have completely returned to peace, I will accompany the senior to the Eastern Sea, how does that sound?”

Li Xiaobai nodded slowly and spoke, intending to negotiate with the entity on the other side of the altar, but he needed a moment to prepare.

“Good!”