Chapter 2533: Stirring the Water

For that Wild-grade city, they also didn't want the Phantasmal Moon Ice Lotus to attract too many people to contend for it. So, from the perspective of the four Dao Integration cultivators, it was naturally better to break through Yuanci City as quickly as possible. Otherwise, if the commotion of this battle spread, it was highly likely to attract others.

"Are they just flailing around in a panic?" the young man who had spoken earlier sneered. He truly couldn't understand why Yuanci City was acting this way.

"However, this city's grand formation is indeed a bit strange. I'm afraid it holds some secret."

"After we break the city, we can find out any secret!"

The few Dao Integration cultivators chatted casually while launching their attacks, their expressions relaxed.

When Yuanci City fled, its speed needed to gradually increase, but now that it was returning, the time taken was much shorter than before.

Less than half an hour later, Yuanci City returned to the area where it had previously hidden. By this point, the light barrier of the city's grand formation had dimmed further.

Seeing this, the four Dao Integration cultivators attacked with even less restraint.

Under the sweeping violent aftermath, the four figures suddenly stiffened. This was because, among several floating landmasses, a Dao Integration city had its stealth broken, suddenly appearing in their field of vision.

You Die clearly knew where all the Dao Integration cities were hidden. So, she only needed to steer Yuanci City past their vicinity; there was no need to do anything special, as this alone could force them to reveal their presence.

"How is there a Dao Integration city here?" The young man's eyebrow twitched, and his expression was very surprised.

He had always thought there was only their own Dao Integration city here, but then Yuanci City suddenly appeared. Now he discovered there were other hidden Dao Integration cities.

"It's an ally; ignore it for now. Let's break this city first," said the white-haired old man, who had already received instructions from their city, confirming the stance of the newly appeared Dao Integration city.

The young man couldn't help but exhale. If it was an ally, then there wasn't much of a problem. He just wondered how they would divide the lotus bud if it emerged later.

"Another one!"

Before the young man's thoughts had fully processed, he heard an exclamation from his companion beside him. In fact, he also saw it, because under the sweeping aftermath of their offensive, a fourth Dao Integration city revealed its presence.

"This one is an enemy!" the old man whispered.

Moreover, this Dao Integration city was very large, very likely a Wild-grade one. This made the old man and the others very wary. Their pursuit stalled, and Yuanci City finally caught its breath.

Unfortunately, the good times didn't last long, as the four Dao Integration cultivators resumed their pursuit.

"Brother Ye, this one is also an enemy," You Die's voice rang in Lu Ye's ear.

Two hidden Dao Integration cities had already revealed their presence. You Die had previously activated the resonance mark to ascertain the stance of the first one, and since the other party didn't respond, it should be an enemy.

This second one also didn't respond, which was why You Die made this judgment.

Lu Ye nodded. "Continue!"

He refused to believe that among the Dao Integration cities that had come here, only Yuanci City was isolated, with all five others belonging to the same faction.

Soon, a third Dao Integration city revealed itself, followed closely by a fourth.

"All enemies!" You Die's heart sank.

Lu Ye slowly shook his head. "Not necessarily!"

No one's luck could be this bad. Across the entire Snowfield, countless Dao Integration cities only had two factions. It was impossible for these five Dao Integration cities here to have no allies.

"But none of them responded."

Lu Ye sighed. "No response doesn't mean they're enemies."

In a different situation, perhaps that statement would hold true, but in this specific situation, it might not. If put in their shoes, if Yuanci City was hidden perfectly but then was forced to reveal its presence by an ally's actions, it would certainly harbor resentment. At such a time, would it still respond?

He had thought too simply. He originally thought that this would stir up the waters and Yuanci City could find an opportunity to escape. But now all the other Dao Integration cities had revealed their presence, yet they all merely stood by and watched.

Because from the perspective of these unknown allies, a small city like Yuanci City entangling a Wild-grade Dao Integration city, whether victorious or defeated, was beneficial to them.

Lu Ye suddenly turned to look at another Wild-grade Dao Integration city and shouted sternly, "Why aren't you acting? What are you waiting for? If my city falls and the enemy frees their hands, I'd like to see how you deal with it!"

He didn't know if this second Wild-grade city was an enemy or an ally. If it was an enemy, his words at this moment would certainly have no effect. But if it was an ally... as long as they weren't too foolish, they should take action.

Because currently, Yuanci City was entangling the enemy's Wild-grade city, making it the strongest force here. Acting now was better than confronting the enemy's Wild-grade city after Yuanci City was broken.

"That makes sense!" A calm voice slowly emerged from within that city. Immediately after, Lu Ye saw several figures fly out of the city, rushing towards the nearest Dao Integration city.

It seemed they had also secretly ascertained each other's stances. So, when they didn't move, they were silent, but when they moved, they struck like lightning.

Lu Ye immediately let out a breath. Fortunately, this Wild-grade city was an ally. Although it didn't directly assist Yuanci City, as long as things got chaotic here, Yuanci City would have a chance.

As the Wild-grade city took action, the other two Sky-grade cities also moved. Their Dao Integration cultivators set out and engaged in battle.

In an instant, in this vast void, the aura of the Star Abyss became extremely chaotic, and the scene was intense.

The waters were stirred.

That unlucky fellow had been following near Yuanci City, and at this moment, he suddenly shouted loudly, "Esteemed City Lord, I am the Supervisor of the Commander's City, dispatched here to deliver orders, but unexpectedly encountered this misfortune. Please allow me to enter your city for refuge."

He undoubtedly also realized that this second Wild-grade city was on their side. Yuanci City wouldn't accept him, but this Wild-grade city would certainly not stand idly by. In any case, the reputation of the Commander's City was not to be underestimated.

Moreover, this city was not under attack, so opening its formation would not pose any concerns.

As expected, after he finished speaking, the calm voice from within that city rang out again: "Fellow Daoist, please come in."

The unlucky fellow was overjoyed. "Many thanks, Esteemed City Lord! Your life-saving grace will be etched in my heart!" As he spoke, he swiftly flew forward.

Inside Yuanci City, Lu Ye's face darkened. He quickly instructed You Die: "Move closer to it!"

If the unlucky fellow entered the city for refuge, the two Dao Integration cultivators pursuing him would certainly not dare to continue their chase. And once they were free, they would inevitably turn their attention to Yuanci City. At that point, the worst-case scenario would unfold.

Fleeing was not an option. So currently, they could only draw closer to their allies, to see if they could deter the enemies somewhat.

You Die also knew the situation was urgent. She quickly steered Yuanci City closer to that Wild-grade city.

The next moment, events unfolded exactly as Lu Ye had expected. The two Dao Integration cultivators pursuing the unlucky fellow stopped. Although their faces showed reluctance, they were helpless and could only watch as the other party escaped into the Wild-grade city for refuge.

Immediately, they turned their heads, looking at Yuanci City, which was rushing towards them.