Hearing Yan Zhaoge mention the Grand Saint of Nine Spirits, Xue Chuqing muttered softly, “Taiyi Nirvana Heavenly Lord …”
The Taiyi Heavenly Lord of Salvation was also known as the Great Emperor of the Eastern Pole Viridescent Splendour, the Heavenly Lord of Salvation or the Emperor of Qing Xuan Jiuyang.
The Grand Sage of Nine Spirits was his mount, the Nine-headed Lion.
This existence was one of the few almighty experts in the history of the Dao Sect. At the same time, he was also one of the most powerful powerhouses in the Heavenly Court’s Divine Palace.
However, the Heavenly Lord of Taiyi and Nirvana did not reside in the Heavenly Court’s Divine Palace all year round. Instead, he traveled the world and rarely asked about the Heavenly Court’s Divine Palace.
Of course, no one would underestimate this ancient Empyrean who was born from the Connate World.
However, this big shot’s whereabouts were erratic all year round, making it hard for others to guess. Moreover, he rarely interfered in the affairs of the world, so he seemed to be rather mysterious.
Xue Chuqing looked at Yan Zhaoge, “You’re thinking of using the Eastern Extremity Viridescent Splendour Emperor’s name to falsify his whereabouts. Then, you’ll spread the news that the Eastern Extremity Viridescent Splendour Emperor possesses a person’s fragment, which would attract the attention of the Immortal Court and the Blessed Lands of the White Lotus. It would be best if you could incite a war between them?”
“That’s right,” Yan Zhaoge nodded.
Xue Chuqing stared at him for a long while before asking slowly, “Have you ever considered that there might be two problems with this?”
Yan Zhaoge met her gaze and said with a smile, “Firstly, the Grand Saint of Nine Spirits had already broken free from the Taiyi Nirvana Heavenly Lord and regained his freedom. He had entered the Demon Race’s Astro Mountains Starry Seas.”
“Secondly, the Taiyi Nirvana Lord could also be the Boundless Lord of Heaven?”
“It looks like you’ve already considered it?” Xue Chuqing nodded and asked.
Yan Zhaoge answered, “If the Grand Saint of Nine Spirits is still alive, and even regained his freedom and entered the Astro Mountains Starry Sea, there are two possibilities. The Humanly Essence Stone fragment in his possession is either in the hands of the Taiyi Nirvana Heavenly Lord, or in the hands of the East Sovereign.”
“The second possibility is that after he learns of our information, he would see through it and inform the Blessed Lands of the White Lotus.”
“If the Taiyi Nirvana Heavenly Lord is indeed the Immeasurable Heavenly Lord, he will easily see through my tricks once he receives the news.”
Yan Zhaoge raised his two hands, each holding up an index finger, before bringing them together in the middle, “No matter which one it is, it can actually be concluded as the same result.”
Then, he smiled. “But it doesn’t affect our goal.”
As someone who had been on the run for many years, Xue Chuqing’s way of thinking was rather similar to Yan Zhaoge’s to some extent.
Hearing Yan Zhaoge’s words, she raised her brows slightly, “A trap within a trap?”
“Zhaoge, in recent years, you’ve become more and more dazzling. To the external dao, and even to the Demon Race and the Western Pure Lands’ magnates, you’re like a thorn in their side. If there’s a chance to get rid of you, they wouldn’t miss it.”
“You’re trying to use His Majesty Eastern Extremity Viridescent Splendour’s name to create a diversion. Once the other party sees through it, he might feign ignorance and use it to lure you or the people from the Awakened Sky Cosmos out. Then, he will seize the opportunity to kill you.”
Xue Chuqing looked at Yan Zhaoge, “And this just happens to fall right into our trap. Our goal is to divert the enemy’s attention, allowing us to borrow the Immortal Slaughtering Sword to search for the other three swords. The news about the Eastern Extremity Viridescent Splendour Emperor was originally just a feint?”
“That’s right.” Yan Zhaoge nodded.
Xue Chuqing let out a soft sigh and muttered, “However, if we can’t incite the heretics to start a war again, even if the other party falls for our trap and is successfully lured away, we might not even have enough time to search for the swords.”
“Nothing is perfect in this world. However, increasing our chances of victory is always better than decreasing it.” Yan Zhaoge smiled, “Isn’t this what it means to prepare for a rainy day?”
“Even if the other party doesn’t fall for our trap, it’s fine. Every bit of profit we obtain is worth it.”
After hearing his words, Xue Chuqing first nodded. Then, she shook her head and reminded, “The less you do, the less mistakes you’ll make. The more you do, the more mistakes you’ll make. Traces of your actions might be left behind, and the other party might be able to use it against you. It’s not like we don’t have any losses or risks at all.”
She looked at Yan Zhaoge and said emotionally, “Currently, the Three Clear Lineage’s descendants are in a much better situation than before. However, looking at the current situation, we’re still lagging behind. We still have to be careful. Otherwise, all our previous efforts might go to waste.”
“I understand,” said Yan Zhaoge solemnly with a solemn expression.
Xue Chuqing smiled, “Don’t blame me for nagging. I’m just saying a few words. Zhaoge, you’re already the true pillar of our Daoism’s direct lineage. If you have any ideas, just go ahead and do them.”
Yan Zhaoge also smiled, “You can rest assured.”
After taking his leave of Xue Chuqing, Yan Zhaoge went to check on Feng Yunsheng.
She was still meditating. Yan Zhaoge observed her and found the results to be satisfactory. Thus, he left quietly without disturbing her.
Xu Fei, Pan-Pan, and Yan Zhaoge’s North Ocean Clone were also recuperating.
Shi Jun’s injuries had already stabilized. Now, he had to consider how to prevent himself from becoming a cripple.
“If I really can’t do it, I’ll just cultivate single-handed sword arts and single-legged footwork.” After Yan Zhaoge checked on his condition, Shi Jun said with a self-mocking smile.
Yan Zhaoge observed him for a while. After knowing that his Master Xu Fei was fine, this young man’s emotions were still rather stable.
Although he was also troubled by the loss of his right eye, right arm, and right leg, his mother and master were both fine. As a result, Shi Jun’s mood was much more relaxed.
“Silly brat, don’t think too much. Your senior apprentice-uncle has already thought of a few methods. However, I’m still considering which one is more suitable and beneficial for your future.” Yan Zhaoge patted on his shoulder.
Shi Jun smiled foolishly. However, he quickly asked worriedly, “Senior apprentice-uncle, when will my mother wake up?”
“Sister-in-law Yuzhen is fine now. She can be awakened anytime.”
Yan Zhaoge waved his hand and smiled, “Only, considering how the Earth Devil had caused a ruckus, and how her cultivation was still too low, I decided to let her rest and recuperate her body as much as possible.”
“That’s good, that’s good.” Shi Jun let out a long sigh of relief.
Yan Zhaoge bade farewell and settled the matters in the Sky beyond Skies. Then, he left the Sky beyond Skies and headed towards the Roving Jade Heavens.
Shi Jun and his mother were fine now. However, Yu Ye’s situation in the Roving Jade Heavens wasn’t optimistic.
Back in the Nine Underworlds, if not for Nie Jingshen’s sword qi protecting Yu Ye, who had recovered from his injuries due to falling to the dark side, Yu Ye would have long passed the seventh day of her death.
And now, her injuries were so severe that they were comparable to Ying Yuzhen’s, or even more complicated.
After Yan Zhaoge arrived at the Roving Jade Heavens and visited the Prime Clear bigwigs, he stayed by Yu Ye’s side and researched on the treatment method.
Yan Zhaoge only went to meet Gao Qingxuan again when the forty-nine days of the agreed upon date arrived.
“Something’s happening.” After seeing each other, Gao Qingxuan’s words were concise.