Below, to the left and right, were the various Peak Masters of the Lingxu Heavenly Palace, core Elders of the Jiang Family, and the helmsmen of other major Sects in the Lingxu Immortal Domain, as well as several Grand Unity Golden Immortal Revered Envoys from the Myriad Manifestations Divine Dynasty who had accompanied Lu Fan and possessed extraordinary auras.
At this moment, Lu Fan was the center of attention in the middle of the main hall.
Although he was young, no one dared to belittle him because of his age. Instead, they felt respect due to the immense Luck he represented and the cultivation and demeanor he displayed.
To be honest, Lu Fan personally coming had already shocked them beyond measure. After all, Lu Fan was a promising talent in the eyes of many Human Race mighty figures, possessing the potential of a Primordial. If it were them, they wouldn't dare to put themselves in danger.
"I believe that the current strategy is not to blindly defend, but to seek opportunities to counterattack, blunt the Demon Race's momentum, and boost morale, only then can we buy time and wait..."
Lu Fan's words echoed in the solemn hall, carrying the unique sharpness of a young emperor.
He felt that blindly holding out for reinforcements would eventually lead to collapse. It was better to decisively attack and tie down the Demon Race.
However, different voices soon arose in the hall.
"Your Majesty Lu Fan's ambition is commendable, but... isn't it too radical?"
The speaker was a Sect Leader from another large Sect in the Lingxu Immortal Domain. His hair and beard were gray, and his face was etched with wrinkles of worry.
"The Demon Race is powerful. On the surface alone, there are nine Grand Unity Golden Immortal-level powerhouses, not to mention countless others hidden among them. Even with the elite forces of our Lingxu Immortal Domain gathered, it's already difficult enough to barely stabilize our position with the help of Shenji City. If we launch a proactive attack and fail, or fall into an encirclement, we might exhaust our last bit of Origin Qi and have no room for maneuver!"
"That's right..."
A core Elder of the Jiang Family also stroked his beard in thought, his brows tightly furrowed.
"Your Majesty's arrival to aid us is deeply appreciated. However, the vast disparity in strength between us and the enemy is an objective fact.
In this old man's opinion, it would be a more prudent strategy to rely on the solidity of Shenji City, and then ask Old Ancestor Xuangang and the esteemed sirs to construct a more stable defense line, while simultaneously requesting aid from Immortal Domains like Beidou. A rash counterattack carries too much risk."
His gaze swept over Lu Fan's young face. Although he was amazed by his cultivation and courage, deep in his eyes was still a hidden worry about the young man's "reckless bravery."
"Your Majesty."
Even a Grand Unity Golden Immortal Revered Envoy from the Myriad Manifestations Divine Dynasty who had accompanied Lu Fan couldn't help but add in a low voice, "Your Majesty bears the Luck of the Human Race. A son of a thousand gold pieces does not sit by the hall. Your personal expedition this time is already unparalleled in benevolence and righteousness, but as for the specific battle strategy... perhaps it should be reconsidered?"
Questions arose one after another, not out of deliberate obstruction.
In their opinion, being able to hold the existing strongholds and buy time was already the best outcome.
Counterattack?
It was no different from throwing an egg against a rock. And even if they were to counterattack, who would go?
Even the two Late Stage Grand Unity Golden Immortal Old Ancestors might fall into a Demon Race ambush if they were not careful, and the losses would be too great then. Lu Fan's expression remained unchanged, and he was about to elaborate on his reasoning again.
Suddenly, several powerful auras came from outside the hall, and several figures landed. A voice, not loud but exceptionally clear, overshadowed the discussions in the hall.
"The concerns of you Seniors are understandable."
The hall doors were pushed open, and the next moment, several figures calmly stepped into the main hall. Leading them was Su Ming, dressed in a simple green robe, with a calm expression. His aura was contained but not revealed, yet it made all the Cultivators present feel a slight chill in their hearts.
Su Ming, who did not hide his cultivation, had clearly reached the Middle Stage of Grand Unity Golden Immortal. It was he who had spoken just now.
Closely following was Jiang Hao, walking with the majestic strides of a Dragon and a tiger. His Grand Unity Dao rhyme flowed naturally. His gaze paused slightly as it swept over the Jiang Family's seats, and he nodded in greeting to his own Old Ancestor Jiang Xuangang and several core Elders.
Nangong Wenjian held a long sword, as cold as an ice peak. His Sword Intent was exceptionally pure, and the Qi emanating from him made Li Xuanxiao, the Jade Profound Immortal Venerable, who was also a Sword Cultivator, pupils contract sharply. Lin Potian had a strong physique and grinned, also displaying impressive cultivation. Li Taiqing and Han You also had their own distinct presence. Although slightly more reserved, none of them were ordinary.
As soon as they appeared, they did not deliberately release any pressure, but the naturally emanating Grand Unity Golden Immortal Dao rhyme and Qi were like huge stones thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples.
"This... what is this?"
"Peak Master Su Ming? Jiang Hao? And Nangong Wenjian... they... when did they..."
"Grand Unity Golden Immortal! All of them have the aura of Grand Unity Golden Immortals!"
"More than that! Look at their Dao rhyme, so solid and profound, they are definitely not newly ascended to this Realm!"
The hall instantly erupted in an uproar. Not only were the Cultivators of the Lingxu Immortal Domain stunned speechless.
The Peak Masters of Lingxu Heavenly Palace, such as Yuheng and Yu Xuan, and even Ancestor Shenhui, were dumbfounded, almost unable to believe their eyes. Old Ancestor Jiang Xuangang even stood up abruptly from his seat, staring intently at his own junior Prodigy, Jiang Hao, who was said to have been cultivating outside, his eyes filled with disbelief.
The Sect Leaders and Elders of other various Sects were even more astonished.
"What... what is happening?"
Ancestor Shenhui and Old Ancestor Jiang Xuangang exchanged glances, both seeing the deep shock in each other's eyes. They saw more clearly than others that these young people had not only reached the Grand Unity Golden Immortal Realm, but more importantly, their Foundations were solid, and their auras revealed a profound mystery, far surpassing ordinary Grand Unity Golden Immortals, even subtly giving them a sense of deterrence.
If it were just one person, it would be fine, but all these people before them were like this.
Even the most low-key and unfamiliar Han You, the special aura subtly emanating from him made him even feel afraid.
Li Taiqing led the group forward and calmly saluted the two Old Ancestors at the head and the Seniors present:
"Disciple Li Taiqing of the Lingxu Heavenly Palace, along with the Disciples of the Myriad Manifestations Lineage, has come to assist in the battle by Master's command, awaiting orders."
His voice was calm, yet it was like a thunderclap, once again exploding in everyone's ears.
By Master's command?
Who was their Master?
It was that mysterious and unpredictable Lingxu Heavenly Palace Dao Child, Han Xuanji, who was in perennial seclusion!
A terrifying thought involuntarily surfaced in everyone's minds:
Could it be that this Dao Child Han, in such a short time, cultivated an entire group of... Grand Unity Golden Immortal Disciples?
What an astonishing Legacy and method!
The atmosphere in the Divine Mechanism Hall, which had been somewhat dull and oppressive due to the encroaching Demon Race, suddenly changed.
After the shock came uncontrollable ecstasy and a surge of confidence.
With the addition of this fresh force, and the powerfully arriving Human Emperor Lu Fan... the Lingxu Immortal Domain might truly still have hope!
Ancestor Shenhui took a deep breath, suppressing the tumultuous waves in his heart. His aged voice trembled slightly with excitement:
"Good! Good! Good! You've come at just the right time! With the addition of you wise Disciples, our Lingxu Immortal Domain is like a tiger with wings!"
Old Ancestor Jiang Xuangang also slowly sat down, his gaze at Jiang Hao filled with pride and anticipation, thinking to himself:
"Hao'er... what kind of existence have you truly become a Disciple of...?"