Chapter 907 - 293: Heaven Weeps Blood, Nascent Soul Falls (Part 2)

"According to the ancient texts, true gentlemen should possess transformations akin to dragons and serpents, able to share the shallow waters with fish and shrimp, and hide among grass and insects, awaiting the right moment to act."

"Such a mindset can be considered of the highest quality."

Ning Zhen seemed to greatly admire Great Prosperity True Monarch, yet after quoting classics, she abruptly frowned and said, "Great Prosperity True Monarch had been handling things well, but now suddenly appears agitated without reason."

"This blood sacrifice move, though a clever tactic, caught many outside observers off guard."

"However, the karma from the blood sacrifice is a major issue; I wonder if there is a strategy to deal with it..."

Li Honghu, upon hearing this, gazed at the terrifying blood cloud expanding in the distance and pondered for a moment before saying, "Never mind whether there is a strategy to deal with it; we should quickly find a way to relay this information back to the sect."

"Master mentioned that the Yangnao Land holds many treasures, and once the Dao collapses and the exotic treasures emerge, we must prevent others from seizing the opportunity first."

Ning Zhen nodded slightly and said, "Let’s go, follow Senior Sister to find a secluded place and use the magic building platform to send back the news."

Their figures flashed and vanished from the peak in an instant.

The range of the blood cloud continued to expand, and the oppressive dark clouds faintly echoed with countless eerie screams.

In the direction of Yunzhong County, many cultivators from Luoxia Mountain and the Shen Family, upon feeling this terrifying momentum, all hid within the city walls, trembling with fear and not daring to leave the city to investigate.

Yunshui City, Shen Family.

In the side room, Shen Chongming summoned Shen Xiuyan and Xu Zhan.

"This treasure ship was lent to our Shen Family by Elder Luo."

"With the chaos now erupting in Yangnao Land, you two must immediately take the treasure ship, muster some clan soldiers, and first transport the common people of the subordinate families under our jurisdiction in batches."

Xu Zhan accepted the treasure ship, furrowed his brow slightly, and asked, "Where is the resettlement for the common people under our jurisdiction, Brother? Do you have a specific plan?"

Shen Chongming nodded slightly then pulled out a huge map.

"This is a sea map obtained from Chonghong’s cave dwelling in Huaisang County."

"The cave’s owner, Situ Jing, was a cultivator of the Great Chu Immortal Dynasty from Danzhou at that time."

"The map records many islands in the sea suitable for temporary residence; take this map and select some cultivators from the major subordinate noble families to scout ahead."

"If you find a suitable island, have them stay and clear the safety hazards on the island."

After nodding in agreement, the two took the treasure ship and map and left the side room.

Shen Chongming stood alone in the side room, gazing out the window with his hands behind his back.

In truth, according to his original plan, he didn’t intend to make such rash moves.

Yet plans can’t keep up with changes, the Dao collapse that was supposed to occur in dozens of years is now hastened by the blood sacrifice, leaving at most only five years.

A couple of days ago, he visited Black Water Pavilion to see his grandfather Shen Yuan. During their discussion, Shen Yuan mentioned that Shen Xiubai’s creation of the Five Elements Secret Realm still had some flaws, and it’s uncertain whether they can be adjusted properly in the coming years.

Additionally, the Shen Family, fully aware of the impending collapse, has yet to act, which might arouse suspicions from some observant individuals.

After careful consideration, they decided to first transport the common people and cultivators of the noble families under their jurisdiction.

This not only avoids a rush during unexpected changes but also covers their tracks, preventing others from thinking the Shen Family has any other escape routes.

After watching Xu Zhan and Shen Xiuyan leave, Shen Chongming was about to set off for Black Water Pavilion when he suddenly received a message from He Zhongyi in Western Wilderness Flame Lake City via a communication stone.

He Zhongyi said there were two anomalies in Flame Lake City.

The first was that the loose cultivators previously scattered across the Western Wilderness began gathering around Flame Lake City, seeking shelter for unknown reasons.

The second anomaly was that the Fire Phoenix at the bottom of the magma lake had been causing quite a stir lately.

The artifact refining workshops built by the Shen Family at the edge of the magma lake were affected and completely destroyed.

Upon receiving these messages, Shen Chongming felt a headache coming on.

After calming He Zhongyi, he stood at the old residence’s entrance contemplating for a long time and eventually decided to go downhill to the residence to discuss with Third Uncle Shen Wen’an.

In the small courtyard, uncle and nephew sat facing each other, while Wei Qiuling unusually held onto Shen Chongzhen, who was about to run outside, lecturing him.

"Has Third Uncle’s cultivation improved recently?"

Sipping tea, Shen Chongming inquired.

Shen Wen’an smiled lightly, "No need to worry, the cultivation has decreased significantly, but the strength hasn’t suffered much loss."

"Is there a difficult issue at hand?"

He understood Shen Chongming, knowing that usually, he wouldn’t come to him without some important issue due to the drop in cultivation from stripping away Golden Nature.

Shen Chongming apologized with a cupped hand and went on to explain the issues in Flame Lake City.

"Xu Zhan and Xiuyan are busy relocating the common people and cultivators of subordinate families, while Third Uncle is quite familiar with the Fire Phoenix; nephew thought it best to trouble you to personally visit."

Shen Wen’an agreed with a smile.

"There’s no need to be so formal, it’s all for the Shen Family."

Shen Chongming sighed, putting down the teacup.

"Everything was originally planned according to the usual timeline of the Dao collapse; who would have thought such a sudden turn of events would occur."

"Nephew is now a bit disoriented."

"I’m truly afraid the accumulated foundation of the Shen Family over nearly two hundred years will be ruined in my hands, letting down those clan members who sacrificed for the family."

As these words fell, Wei Qiuling, without anyone noticing, had come over to sit beside Shen Wen’an in the pavilion, offering comfort.

"Chongming, you should not put so much pressure on yourself; if there’s anything, speak up, and everyone will find a way together."