Chapter 1026: Crisis Sudden Arrival

Not all corpses can be refined into Yin Corpses. The corpse must be freshly deceased! For this reason, many of the Grand Yin Sect's Yin Corpses are refined from powerful individuals who have just been killed.

Venerable Evil Crow actually intends to refine an ancient giant Yin Corpse! More precisely, he wants to attempt refining an ancient giant Yin Corpse. Once he succeeds, when the ancient giant war arrives, he will be able to refine countless ancient giant Yin Corpse armies.

Jiang Fan's eyes flickered; he had no intention of making things difficult for Venerable Evil Crow regarding this matter. This is because an army of ancient giant Yin Corpses would be beneficial, not harmful, to Taicang Prefecture. Even if Venerable Evil Crow only used them to protect the Grand Yin Sect and was unwilling to expend them in war, the prerequisite for establishing such an army is to first kill a sufficient number of ancient giants. Therefore, he supports such matters that benefit the overall situation. However, he wasn't interested in Venerable Evil Crow's reward; he might consider it if it were something else.

"Senior Tyrant, do you have any leads?" Hua Wuying's almond-shaped eyes fixed on Jiang Fan, her face full of anticipation.

Jiang Fan chuckled softly, "Do you take me for a deity? That I possess knowledge of everything?" How could he admit it in front of Feng Yuanzong?

Hua Wuying huffed, "So there are some areas where you can't reach after all." She looked at the last topic on the jade slip and said, "Since the other topics are finished, let's properly discuss how to crusade against Jiang Fan of the mainland! As everyone knows, the villain Jiang Fan single-handedly damaged the Ancient Path to Ascension, causing us to painstakingly fight our way up over nine thousand steps, only to return empty-handed. How many dangers did we brave? How many magical artifacts, talismans, and elixirs did we consume? And how many opportunities did we miss? His monstrous crimes are beyond description!"

As the second greatest victim, second only to Feng Yuanzong, Hua Wuying harbored deep resentment in her mind. At her words, the gathered prodigies became agitated.

Ma Qingyan snorted, "Not only that! Out of over a hundred prodigies, only fifty returned! The rest were inexplicably lost at the end of the Ancient Path to Ascension. If the villain Jiang Fan is not punished, it would be an affront to divine justice!"

His call was met with widespread agreement.

"Right! We, the prodigies of Taicang Prefecture, were actually trampled underfoot by a villain from the mainland—what a colossal disgrace!"

"Destroying our opportunities on the Ancient Path to Ascension is an unforgivable crime."

"Causing the deaths of so many heavenly talents—his crime is multiplied a hundredfold!"

"I suggest that after we acquire the Sacred Flame, we join forces and head straight to the mainland, leaving him no escape!"

Watching the agitated crowd, Hua Wuying gritted her teeth, "See how much resentment this villain has stirred up? He's finished!"

At this moment, Hua Wuying noticed Feng Yuanzong, head lowered, arms crossed over his chest, completely silent. His eyes were also closed. He had actually fallen asleep! She looked speechless and said, "Senior Brother Feng, aren't you going to say something? You were always shouting about twisting off Jiang Fan's head to sit on it, and no one should contend with you for it. Now that everyone's discussing so eagerly, you're sleeping?"

Feng Yuanzong, who had been tactically feigning sleep, became anxious, quickly stood up, and said solemnly, "Don't talk nonsense! I absolutely never said those words."

Hua Wuying was taken aback and said, "Senior Brother Feng, are you alright? You were the one who brought up these topics, yet you're now dissociating yourself?"

Feng Yuanzong's eyelids twitched violently as he retorted, "Th-this wasn't brought up by me either. It was a friend who asked me to bring this topic forward. I've already cut ties with that friend!"

Hua Wuying frowned, "Nonsensical. Failing at the critical moment! Never mind, we won't count on you. With so many of us, we can manage without you!"

She finally looked at Jiang Fan and said with a smile: "Senior Tyrant, please say a few words too. Regarding this Jiang Fan of the mainland, whether he is detestable or not, Senior, you can judge."

*Swish, swish, swish—* All eyes turned to Jiang Fan. For such an important topic, it would be unthinkable for the occupant of the number one seat not to speak.

Jiang Fan rubbed his brow and said: "I believe there might be some misunderstanding here. You all should first inquire with your elders about what truly happened at the end of the Ancient Path to Ascension. Do not accuse the innocent or mistakenly harm good people based solely on speculation."

Hua Wuying was deeply disappointed. Pouting, she had hoped Senior Tyrant would join them and bolster their momentum. Unexpectedly, he was singing a different tune.

"Senior Tyrant, you are truly benevolent. Since you are unwilling to join, we won't force you. However, Senior, please allow me a few days' leeway after I acquire the Sacred Flame. I'll return after I deal with that villain Jiang Fan in *such and such a way*." She ferociously made a motion as if chopping a watermelon with chaotic slashes.

Jiang Fan rolled his eyes and said meaningfully, "Alright, alright, I'll grant you a few days' leave. Don't leave when the discussion ends later. I have something I want to discuss with you alone!"

Hua Wuying, suspecting nothing, continued to discuss various details with the others. They even formulated a detailed battle plan. It was entirely as if they intended to land on the mainland from all directions, assault the Heavenly Secret Pavilion, and capture Jiang Fan alive.

Half an hour later, after discussing a few more minor topics, everyone reluctantly stood up. Feng Yuanzong remained silent throughout, so Hua Wuying became the moderator, her face full of smiles, and said: "Alright, I declare today's discussion session adjourned."

But at this moment, Jiao Huangyin, who had been standing in the corner silently, smiled and called out to everyone, "Please wait a moment, everyone. I apologize for the brief interruption. In truth, I came today bearing an important task from a Venerable."

That he had something to say was not surprising. This person had arrived uninvited and had not participated in any of the discussions throughout, seeming out of place. It was clear he was waiting for an opportunity to speak. However, it was a matter entrusted by a Venerable. This surprised them. How could the White Bone Alliance, a medium-sized force, have connections with a Venerable?

The previously bored Jiang Fan's gaze suddenly sharpened. Surveying the current discussion session again, he suddenly had a bad feeling!

Indeed! Jiao Huangyin took out a compass and a round bead imbued with a Venerable's aura. He said with a smile, "By the order of Venerable Xin Nie, I request a favor from all fellow Daoists who have broken through the Tribulation Transcendence realm. Venerable Xin Nie suspects that the villain who cultivates Void Stream Thunder Force has recently broken through to the Nascent Soul realm. Therefore, I ask for your assistance."

Dissatisfaction appeared on everyone's faces. Why were they being suspected?

Feng Yuanzong said unhappily, "What if I refuse to cooperate?"

Hua Wuying also frowned, "Are you treating us like criminals?"

These two were disciples from sects with Venerables in residence, so they naturally had more confidence in refusing such unreasonable demands. Disciples from other sects also showed signs of resistance. If Venerable Xin Nie himself had arrived, they would have no choice but to grudgingly cooperate. But for just anyone to wave Venerable Xin Nie's banner and expect them to comply submissively... was simply too insulting!