Chapter 1063
Alliance Headquarters
The group boarded the Azure Cloud Boat, and with a soft shout from Master Qingyang, the Azure Cloud Boat transformed into a streak of azure light and soared into the sky.
During the flight, Master Qingyang gave the four a detailed introduction to the alliance's history, purpose, and current situation. The four listened with great interest and were filled with anticipation for joining the alliance.
Soon, the Azure Cloud Boat landed steadily in a picturesque valley. This was the location of the Alliance headquarters—Azure Cloud Valley.
The four followed Master Qingyang into the valley, where they saw ancient and elegant buildings, shrouded in a mystical aura. Passing cultivators cast friendly glances their way.
"This is the Alliance headquarters," said Master Qingyang, pointing to a grand hall ahead. "Let's go and meet the Alliance Leader and the elders first."
Inside the main hall, the atmosphere was solemn yet warm. As the four entered, they saw the Alliance Leader smilingly awaiting them on the high throne, flanked by elders, each with flowing white hair and an air of otherworldly wisdom.
"Welcome, young friends!" The leader's voice was loud and gentle, echoing throughout the hall. He personally poured fragrant tea for the four of them, the aroma filling the air and soothing their senses.
"Thank you, Alliance Leader!" the four said in unison, taking the teacups and sipping them. They felt a sense of peace, as if their whole being had merged into the aroma of the tea.
The alliance leader put down the teapot and said with a solemn expression, "The cultivation world is currently in turmoil, and the situation is not optimistic. The remnants of the black-robed men are still stirring in the shadows. They are cunning and cruel, and have been waiting for an opportunity to make a comeback."
Upon hearing this, Bai Yunzi frowned deeply: "I have personally experienced the illusion created by the black-robed man and know its evil and danger. Now that we have joined the alliance, we will do our utmost to fight against the black-robed man to the very end!"
"Very good, young friend Baiyunzi's courage is commendable." The alliance leader nodded approvingly, "But the threat to the cultivation world is not limited to the black-robed man alone. There are other evil forces lurking in the shadows, observing and waiting for their chance."
Yang Ling gripped his longsword tightly and declared with boundless pride, "No matter what kind of evil forces we face, I am willing to be at the forefront and fight for the peace of the cultivation world!"
Dan Yan also stated, "Although I am not good at combat, I can provide pills to ensure everyone's combat strength."
Yun Feiyang calmly analyzed: "We need to gain a deeper understanding of these evil forces and formulate a meticulous plan in order to wipe them out in one fell swoop."
The alliance leader and elders nodded in agreement. The alliance leader remarked, "With such talented young people as you joining us, the future of the alliance is promising. We will certainly work together to shoulder the responsibility of protecting the peace of the cultivation world!"
"Inside Qingyun Valley, ethereal music filled the air, and warm sunlight streamed through the gaps, illuminating the ancient hall. The four newly joined young cultivators—Qingyang Zhenren, Baiyunzi, Yang Ling, and Danyan—had just finished discussing important plans with the Alliance Leader and the elders, their faces filled with anticipation and determination for the future."
"Everyone, this grand plan concerns the future of the cultivation world. We must go all out and never let you down." The alliance leader's eyes were piercing, and his voice was loud and powerful.
"Yes!" the four answered in unison, their eyes shining with determination.
After the agreement was reached, the four were arranged to rest in order to prepare for the challenges to come. But just as they left the main hall and walked through the winding corridors, a strange fluctuation suddenly emanated from the Netherworld Crystal.
The entire Qingyun Valley trembled, and a mysterious and ancient aura filled the air.
Master Qingyang was the first to notice the anomaly. He stopped and looked solemnly in the direction from which the fluctuations were coming: "This...this is the aura of the Netherworld?"
"What? The Netherworld?" Bai Yunzi asked in surprise, having also sensed the strange fluctuation. Yang Ling gripped his longsword tightly, his brows furrowed: "Could it be a hidden trick left behind by the man in black robes?"
"Very likely," Dan Yan said in a deep voice. "We must go and check immediately."
The four rushed to the altar, where they saw the Netherworld Crystal shimmering with a ghostly blue light, as if resonating with some distant world. That ancient and mysterious aura made them feel a strange sense of oppression.
"It seems that a secret passage to the Netherworld is hidden within this mystic crystal," said Master Qingyang, his voice heavy as he stared intently at the Netherworld Mystic Crystal.
"Does the man in black robes intend to use this passage to make a comeback?" Bai Yunzi asked worriedly.
"We must seal this passage as soon as possible," Yang Ling said decisively, his longsword gleaming coldly.
"But how do we seal it?" Dan Yan asked, frowning. He was not familiar with the affairs of the Netherworld.
After a moment's thought, Master Qingyang sent a message to the experts within the alliance. Soon after, an elderly man in a black robe with a somber expression arrived at the scene. He was none other than Youmingzi, the alliance's authority on the Netherworld.
"Old friend, you've finally arrived." Master Qingyang stepped forward, his expression serious. "The Netherworld Crystal has shown abnormalities, and we suspect that the man in black robes is trying to use this as an opportunity to make a comeback."
Youmingzi immediately noticed the abnormality of the Youming Xuanjing. He said in a deep voice, "This is the activation of a secret passage to the Netherworld. You did the right thing. You must seal it as soon as possible, or there will be endless troubles."
“Old friend from the Netherworld, what do you think is the best way to seal this passage?” Qingyang Zhenren asked anxiously.
After a moment of contemplation, Youmingzi slowly said, "To seal this passage, we need to use the power of the Eight Trigrams Sealing Array. The four of you will stand in the eight positions of the array and use your spiritual power to activate the array to completely seal the passage."
"Okay!" the four said in unison, and quickly took their positions as instructed by Youmingzi.
At Youmingzi's command, they simultaneously activated their spiritual power. Eight beams of light shot from their hands, converging on the Youming Xuanjing to form a dazzling Bagua (Eight Trigrams) pattern. The pattern shimmered with a mysterious light, seemingly containing boundless power.
But at that moment, the Netherworld Crystal suddenly erupted with a strong, eerie blue light. A powerful force attempted to break through the seal, causing the entire altar to tremble. The four felt immense pressure bearing down on them, as if an invisible mountain was pressing down on their hearts.
"Hold on! We absolutely cannot let the passage open!" Master Qingyang shouted, his voice filled with determination and resolve.
Youmingzi chimed in, "Concentrate! Don't get distracted! Only by working together can we seal this passage."
With everyone's combined efforts, the power of the Bagua Sealing Array gradually increased. The dazzling Bagua pattern shimmered with brilliant light, as if fiercely battling the Netherworld power within the Netherworld Crystal. Each flash of light represented yet another collision between the array's power and the Netherworld power.
"Hold on, everyone!" Master Qingyang shouted, his voice echoing above the altar. "Only by working together can we seal this Netherworld power!" (End of Chapter)