Chapter 185 Plotting_2
Seeing everyone turning to him for advice at ordinary times, only to clam up when it came to discussing interests, he felt utterly disgusted.
However, despite his annoyance, he did not show any abnormality outwardly; after all, he still relied on them to establish great achievements for his sect!
Thinking of this, he chuckled and expressed with a rather satisfied expression,
"I dare not make promises lightly, hence I gathered the opinions of all my fellow disciples to discuss this matter with you!"
"Elder Chu handles matters with utmost care. Coupled with Second Elder's previous instructions to follow your commands, the alliance is entirely up to you to decide!"
"Yes... Elder Chu's cultivation is profound; just take charge directly, we have no objections!"
Despite not knowing how sincere the flattering words were, Chu Jie was still very satisfied.
He nodded, scanned his fellow sect members, and then communicated with Su Yunlong and Li Wenyi through voice transmission.
Within moments, based on the number and strength of disciples from all three sides, they reached a simple agreement regarding the alliance.
If they succeeded in killing the Tianluan Turtle, the scene was bound to spiral out of control; at that time, the three families would move forward or retreat together to deal with the Golden Core Stage cultivators from Huangyang Kingdom. Explore new worlds at My Virtual Library Empire
As for the treasure distribution, regardless of the quantity of Star Moon Fruits obtained, the Zhenyang Sect would take forty-five percent, Golden Sword Sect forty percent, and the Li Family, fifteen percent.
If they were fortunate enough to acquire the Star Moon Fruit Tree, given the immense value of the tree, it couldn't be split into three parts; any distribution would have to be decided by the Golden Core Stage Cultivators of each party.
Moreover, in cases where it was impractical to split equally, the party obtaining the Star Moon Fruits must provide treasures of equivalent value as compensation.
But all these terms were predicated on having killed the Third Order Tianluan Turtle, otherwise, all would be but idle chatter.
As the three major Golden Elixir Forces of Wei Kingdom formed an alliance, the three major Golden Elixir Forces of Huangyang Kingdom also secretly reached an agreement, with terms similar to theirs: the forces with more people got a larger share, while those with fewer got less.
After all, in the Cultivation World, it has always been might that makes right, and the stronger one's fist, the greater one's say.
Half a quarter hour later...
By the lakeside, cultivators from Qingyun Valley, Purple Yin Sect, and Pengcheng Liu Family gathered together, putting the other cultivators on alert.
Among the crowd, Xu Hua of Qingyun Valley stood up and addressed the Zhenyang Sect's side:
"Fellow Daoist Chu, the Tianluan Turtle is a Water Attribute Demonic Beast, and its attack power will slightly weaken at noon, which will be our best opportunity to make a move!"
Hearing Xu Hua's remarks, no one in the crowd contradicted, evidencing their agreement.
Chu Jie, along with Su Yunlong and Li Wenyi, nodded to each other and then gathered their disciples, positioning themselves in a stand-off against the cultivators from Huangyang Kingdom.
The Golden Elixir Forces of Wei Kingdom had more than twenty cultivators, all of which were at the Late Foundation Establishment Stage.
Similarly, the Golden Elixir Forces of Huangyang Kingdom had about the same number of cultivators, all Late Foundation Establishment Cultivators, creating a balanced power on both sides.
However, the two countries' cultivators were unlikely to spark any conflict for the time being. Before the Third Order Tianluan Turtle was killed, they needed to restrain themselves and even cooperate sincerely.
Seeing the movements of the Golden Elixir Forces of the two countries, everyone could guess that it was probably time to take action.
Lin Tianming and another person were sitting on an open space in the northwest corner, eyeing the cultivators from both sides while remaining vigilant.
Lin Tianming, observing the dynamics of the scene, voice transmitted to Lin Shilu and asked:
"Fifteenth Grandfather, looking at the scene, the Golden Elixir Forces of Wei Kingdom and Huangyang Kingdom are numerous and immensely powerful. Do you think they stand a chance of success?"
Hearing Lin Tianming's inquiry, Lin Shilu frowned and then responded:
"The Third Order Tianluan Turtle is certainly formidable, but facing the onslaught of over a hundred mid- to late-stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators, it is likely to be overwhelmed. However, this battle is sure to result in a substantial number of cultivators falling here!"
"Oh?"
Lin Tianming looked puzzled and said, "You're so confident about this, Fifteenth Grandfather?"
Lin Shilu's expression was serious, and his eyes revealed wariness as he explained:
"Tianming, do you think the Golden Elixir Forces have no trump cards?"
"Based on my estimation, before entering the Secret Realm, they must have been given powerful treasures by their sects, which will be the key to determining the outcome of this battle!"
Hearing Lin Shilu's explanation, Lin Tianming nodded.
Zhenyang Sect and Golden Sword Sect of Wei Kingdom, as well as Qingyun Valley and Purple Yin Sect of Huangyang Kingdom, have at least several millennia of inheritance as Golden Elixir Forces.
Entering such an ownerless Secret Realm, they were sure to hold some trump cards; only then could they acquire more treasures and reduce the losses of their disciples.
Just as he was speculating about their trump cards, the conversation between the cultivators of the two countries interrupted his thoughts.
At this time, the Golden Elixir Forces of both countries were gathered together, discussing strategies for attacking the Tianluan Turtle.
Xu Hua chuckled, then decisively addressed Chu Jie:
"Fellow Daoist Chu, since this place was first discovered by you, could you share some insights into the strength of the Tianluan Turtle herd?"
After exchanging smiles with Su Yunlong, Chu Jie said:
"Fellow Daoists of Huangyang Kingdom, it is true that we were the ones to find this place, but we also do not have detailed knowledge of the Tianluan Turtle herd's exact strength!"
Upon hearing this, the cultivators from Huangyang Kingdom displayed distinctly displeased expressions.
The outspoken voice of Wu Xu, the leader of Purple Yin Sect, rang out, directly questioning:
"Is Fellow Daoist Chu playing with us? We have been waiting here for several days; surely we haven't been wasting our time for nothing!"