Chapter 418: Dragon Python Deputy Sect Leader

"Dragon Python, please quickly brief us on the current power landscape among the various forces in the Three Thousand Dao States. I'm eager to learn what exactly has transpired in the entire Three Thousand Dao States during this time."

Dragon Python sighed helplessly.

"So much has happened. The power dynamics among the various forces in the Three Thousand Dao States have undergone tremendous changes. The original four empires have now been reduced to only two."

Only the Cold Moon Dynasty and the Northern Jin lineage still exist.

"What did you say?"

Not only Xu Yang, but also Long Kun and the others, were completely stunned. They vividly remembered their experience from the battle at Thousand Cloud Sect, yet in just a year or two, two of the four great empires had already fallen!

Xu Yang looked at Dragon Python with a solemn expression, "If my guess is correct, those two dynasties were overthrown by Feng Xiu's people, right?"

Dragon Python nodded, "Indeed. It's as if Feng Xiu suddenly took a different medicine; his strength has grown by leaps and bounds. In his presence, I couldn't even manage to breathe!"

"Initially, I considered sending people to ally with the Cold Moon Dynasty to rescue those two imperial forces. However, after realizing Feng Xiu's true power, I decisively abandoned that plan to avoid self-destruction. I knew that the collapse of those two dynasties was simply unstoppable."

Xu Yang showed a puzzled expression, "I'm very curious. Previously, those two empires had a favorable attitude towards the Northern Jin Dynasty. Why would Feng Xiu suddenly choose to attack them first?"

Dragon Python sneered, "They were just superficial allies. The news that the foundation of the Tuoba lineage of the Northern Jin Dynasty had moved away quickly spread. Unexpectedly, these two dynasties were the first to act. They were so eager for quick gains, thinking they could swallow up their 'teammate' while the Tuoba family's foundation was gone! What they didn't anticipate was that the Northern Jin Sword Alliance's true power remained, especially Feng Xiu. He suddenly returned half a month after you departed. His swift counter-attack completely derailed the plans of the two dynasties."

Xu Yang nodded gravely, "Indeed, that guy cultivated the Heaven-Defying Demonic Art to the seventh level, instantly reaching the peak of the Tribulation Transcension realm!"

His teammates and companions also gasped. Although they had previously speculated about this fact, receiving definitive confirmation from Xu Yang still left them in shock.

"Feng Xiu's obsession is truly extraordinarily strong. It's said that no more than three people in the entire history of the continent have successfully cultivated the Heaven-Defying Demonic Art, yet this guy actually succeeded."

The Empress sneered, "That guy can no longer be considered human. To achieve his goals, he would destroy the entire continent!"

"By the way," Xu Yang added, "did Feng Xiu not target the Cold Moon Empire and our Heavenly Azure Sect?"

"Heh, he certainly wanted to! Originally, our strength wasn't enough to resist Feng Xiu, but once I realized the principle of 'when the lips are gone, the teeth are cold,' I sent several spies in advance to infiltrate the Northern Jin Dynasty and the Sword Alliance. When he was preparing to attack the Cold Moon Dynasty and Thousand Cloud Mountain, my spies promptly informed me. I then orchestrated a diversion, coordinating with the Sacred Soul Academy to launch a surprise attack on their alliance headquarters. This temporarily halted his invasion of the Cold Moon Dynasty."

Xu Yang nodded with satisfaction, "You certainly haven't wasted your time with me; your strategic thinking is excellent!"

"Heh heh, naturally. Winning without bloodshed on the battlefield is the ultimate mastery, and you taught me that, Boss!"

"However, Boss, according to intelligence I've received in the past few days, it seems Feng Xiu and his group are planning another major move soon!"

"Oh? Are they heading to Cloud Dream Lake?"

"No, they are reportedly planning to attack the Myriad Devil Abyss."

"What did you say? Myriad Devil Abyss?"

The image of Aisha, the Demon Empress, was the first thing that reappeared in Xu Yang's mind. She was the first woman with whom he had forged a deep bond within the Three Thousand Dao States.

"That's right. It's said that Feng Xiu intends to impart a very special demonic art to the direct disciples of the Sword Alliance. It's supposedly derived from the ultimate realm of the Heaven-Defying Demonic Art and requires a certain essence and bloodline from the demon race to achieve mastery. Therefore, they are preparing to move against the demon race. As for the news regarding Cloud Dream Lake, I've heard some things, but I'm certain that Feng Xiu's next target will be the Myriad Devil Abyss!"

Xu Yang's expression immediately turned somewhat cold, "To lay hands on the Myriad Devil Abyss, Feng Xiu isn't qualified for that! Alright, you continue to have your subordinates keep a close watch. As soon as they make a move, we'll ambush them halfway and give Feng Xiu and his group a surprise. Only by thoroughly crippling the forces outside the Sword Alliance can we spare the energy to go to Cloud Dream Lake."

Dragon Python immediately nodded, "Don't worry, Boss, I certainly won't let you down."

"Very good. Over the next few days, I will give everyone in our team individual training opportunities to guide you in further improving your cultivation."

Long Kun, however, raised his head dismissively, "Boss, you are now the top existence on this continent. With you leading us, do we still need to further improve our realm? With the current foundation of our Thousand Cloud Mountain, I doubt we can find many opponents in the entire Three Thousand Dao States!"

Xu Yang, however, shook his head with a stern expression. "Can't you be a bit more humble, young man? You must remember the saying, 'Beyond every heaven, there is another heaven; beyond every person, there is another person.' Even if we've achieved some success, how vast is this continent? Furthermore, Qilin Mountain is our ultimate goal. Striving to be infinitely close to a divine level is your objective, not being content with the current situation. Don't let me hear such talk again."

Long Kun stuck out his tongue and mumbled, "Oh," but deep down, he still held Xu Yang in immense respect. Long Kun would diligently carry out any order issued by Senior Xu Yang.

"By the way, Boss," the Empress suddenly remembered this crucial matter and quickly spoke to Xu Yang, "there's something in the Cold Moon Dynasty that requires your personal intervention to resolve. The imperial Frost Guarding Array, a legacy of the empire, has developed cracks. It was likely the work of a Northern Jin mole who infiltrated the Cold Moon Empire."

"No problem. Isn't Wushuang there too? We'll depart immediately and first repair the flaw in that Frost Guarding Array."

Thus, Xu Yang and the Empress bid farewell to everyone and immediately flew towards the Cold Moon Empire. The others remained at Thousand Cloud Sect and gradually began their cultivation.