"Get out of my way!"

Above Shu County, a rainbow like a dragon streaked across the sky, scattering the soaring Buddha Light and shattering the Yellow Clouds. Under the disturbances of Qi Mechanism, Taiping Sect's doctors and Buddha Country's monks fell one after another.

These doctors and monks did not truly possess the ability to fly; they merely rode on Buddha Light and Yellow Clouds. Once their aerial support was broken, those lucky could fall into the water, and the less fortunate would at least sustain some injuries.

The rainbow retraced itself, revealing it was a red silk, wrapping around the arms of a small figure.

Yin Tulong, standing regally on the Wind and Fire Wheel, slowly descended onto the city wall of Shu County, imposing yet his complexion was not the best.

That was because, on a nearby rooftop, several commoners were watching the raging floods while warily watching him, glaring at Yin Tulong with hostile eyes. They all wore Yellow Turbans.

These were commoners saved by the Taiping Sect, and also followers of the sect. The Taiping Sect's doctors prioritized those wearing Yellow Turbans, and those saved who were not originally wearing them would also wrap them afterward. Now, many among the city were followers of the Taiping Sect.

As for followers of the Buddha Country, due to its shallow roots in the Nine Provinces, it was not as popular as the Taiping Sect, hence its slower progress in spreading its teachings.

Yet, even so, there were some. Now, whether they were followers of Buddha Country or Taiping Sect, they all viewed Yin Tulong as a vicious and brutal figure, each harboring hostility in their eyes.

In great disasters, people's Mental States can easily become extreme, and Yin Tulong had perfectly become the target.

It was only because Yin Tulong held the dignity of a fourth-rank, that he did not strike down these small figures of the two powers, otherwise, these hostilities could have evolved further.

"Junior Brother, could you not adopt a gentler method?" Shen Hou, riding the Dragon Whisker Tiger, landed on the city wall, witnessing this scene and couldn't help saying, "In front of these refugees, to drive away their lifesavers, aren't you just inviting hatred for no reason? My Yuxu Temple is a reputable sect, we can't afford to ruin our reputation."

"Nonsense!" Yin Tulong snorted, "I am also saving their lives."

Otherwise, once the Taiping Sect revolts, using these followers to cause chaos, they would still end up dead.

The lives saved now would have to be paid back later.

Yin Tulong had good intentions, but the way he executed them was somewhat hateful. He had even deliberately waited until all the refugees who could be saved were rescued before he acted to drive away the people from both sides, inviting enough hostility.

"It's a good thing my Yuxu Temple does not need to spread teachings; otherwise, senior brother Guang Cheng would be infuriated to death by you."

Shen Hou shook his head, saying, "It seems I must take action."

Then, Shen Hou soared from the Dragon Whisker Tiger, paused in mid-air on one foot, and the Yuqing Divine Light blossomed, forming a congratulatory cloud with an air of immortality all around.

Immediately after, Shen Hou lightly cried "Infinite Heavenly Venerate" and descended with the Divine Light gracefully, a powerful unseen force accompanying him. As Shen Hou landed, the surging tide began to slow.

By the time Shen Hou touched the water's surface, the torrent was no longer violent; although still nearly ten feet high, it no longer had the momentum of terrifying waves.

"An immortal!"

Someone called out, followed by scattered voices, with some seen worshipping devoutly.

After all, it was a local sect, and the Taoist still had some clout.

Although many still looked at Yin Tulong with hostility, at least Shen Hou had salvaged some reputation.

"How about that? I told you the Divine Skills of the Sea Suppressing Eye are useful," said Shen Hou's voice from a distance, causing a twitch on Yin Tulong's face, who then indifferently responded, "Your Divine Skill is Sea Filling Eye, remember that correctly."

The difference between Sea Filling Eye and Sea Suppressing Eye primarily lay in the latter being able to suppress water from a distance, while the former required direct contact with the water. If one could find the Sea Eye and dive into it, the effect would be much stronger.

As for the Yuqing Divine Light emitted by Shen Hou earlier...

That was merely for a show of force and did not actually suppress the water's momentum.

While they talked, the water level inside the city gradually stabilized, contrasting starkly with the raging waters outside.

However, as the water calmed, the bodies began to surface, densely packed, causing both horror and sorrow.

The noise of the waves was gone, no longer masking the sounds of crying, those cries turning Yin Tulong's complexion dark and solemn.

Especially the cries of young children, which were particularly heart-wrenching.

"If you want to avenge these people, go find someone from the Dinghu Sect."

Shen Hou's voice timely arose: "To break the Taiping Sect, they must first clear the Water Disaster. Thus, their first step should be to kill Wuzhiqi."

Yin Tulong heard the words and immediately rode the Wind and Fire Wheel into the sky, flying like the wind towards the outskirts of the city.

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Over a hundred miles, Yin Tulong rode the Wind and Fire Wheel, returning to the previous mountain.

At this time, on this mountaintop, not only were the people of the Dinghu Sect present, but also Daoist Wenxu from the Daode Sect and Zhang Daoyi had arrived as well.

As former allies, after the battle, they naturally sought out Tianxuan to discuss subsequent matters.

Seeing Yin Tulong approaching, Tianxuan showed no surprise but simply nodded slightly, then said to everyone, "To obstruct the Taiping Sect in Liangzhou Province, our current forces are still insufficient. Divine Travel Grand Protector should have already delivered the news about Liangzhou to the Divine Capital, and support from the court will arrive soon, but this alone is still not enough to ensure victory."

"Yaoguang, you practice Thunder Technique and are the swiftest on foot. You should return to the Sect and inform the Sect Leader to ask for support."

Elder Tianpeng nodded.

"The two Fellow Daoists, I also ask for support from the Daode Sect."

Daoist Wenxu responded, "It should be done. However..."

Daoist Wenxu paused, then continued, "I also hope that your Sect's Junior Brother Jiang can help our Sect find Li Qinglian to prevent him from further damaging our Sect's reputation."

'The Daode Sect is really persistent about Li Qinglian.'

Hearing this, Jiang Li thought to himself, then the true culprit behind the tarnishing of the Daode Sect's reputation righteously said, "It is my duty."

Then, Yun Jiuye spoke first, saying, "The Upper Pure Sect wishes to aid the Taiping Sect not with shared hearts but to spread teachings. I have some connections with the Upper Pure Sect, and since Elder Tongwen of the Upper Pure Sect is in Liangzhou Province, I am willing to seek out Tongwen and persuade the Upper Pure Sect to join us in resisting the Taiping."

The Upper Pure Sect belongs to the Three Pure Ones Sect, naturally spreading the faith of the Three Pure Ones Dao Venerate, whereas the Taiping Sect couldn't even tolerate the cult of Emperor Yan, let alone the Three Pure Ones?

Their divergence was bound to happen sooner or later.

But convincing the Upper Pure Sect to switch sides might be difficult, especially since the Dinghu Sect itself represents the orthodox faith of the Yellow Emperor.

Yun Jiuye's actions seemed arduous and thankless.

'He must have found traces of the Heluo God.' Jiang Li thought privately.

Seeking the Heluo God was also to counter Jiang Li, it seemed his senior brother had not forgotten to find evidence against Jiang Li for the murder of Ling Wujue.

Moreover, this would also provide an opportunity to escape the scrutiny of Tianxuan and Jiang Li.

Upon hearing this, Tianxuan exchanged a look with Jiang Li, the master and disciple tacitly understanding each other, then said, "Elder Tongwen of the Upper Pure Sect is fourth-rank, and if Yun Jiuye seeks him out and an altercation arises, it'd likely be more harmful than beneficial. Let's have Kaiyang go with you to ensure your safety."

This was to have Elder Kaiyang keep an eye on Yun Jiuye.

Ever since the incident with Ling Wujue, Elder Kaiyang had been feeling guilt towards Jiang Li, and now even addressing Tianxuan as 'Senior Sister', showing a certain leaning.

But Yun Jiuye's journey to find Daoist Tongwen was inherently about finding evidence; Elder Kaiyang's presence coincided with his intentions, and the reasoning Tianxuan gave was logical and well-founded, leaving him no room to refuse.

"Yes." Yun Jiuye bowed in salute.

"As for myself," Tianxuan waved her sleeve, "myself, Jiang Li, and Daoist Dragon Slayer will go after Wuzhiqi, the source of the Water Disaster."

If Wuzhiqi remained unchecked, the water calamity wouldn't end, and the displaced people would have no place to stay and could easily be exploited by the Taiping Sect; eliminating Wuzhiqi would not only settle the water disaster but also sever one source of human resources for the Taiping Sect.

Not to say it would completely stop them, but at least it could limit them to some extent.

However...

How to find Wuzhiqi was a problem.

Wuzhiqi was protected by the Great Venerate, and attempting any Divination on it first required bypassing the Great Venerate.

Everyone was skeptical, but seeing Tianxuan's composed demeanor, it was obvious she was confident.

Thus, doubts were set aside and they chose to trust the Elder of the Dinghu Sect, famous for her Yi Dao.

Perhaps she really could break through the protection of the Great Venerate.

If that was the case, dealing with the Devil God Sect in the future wouldn't be as passive as before. Just like when Lu King was assassinated, the court had no way to go after Da Feng and Zaochi, the two culprits, because they appeared and disappeared unpredictably and were impervious to divination.

Moreover, assigning blame in the future might also be a bit troublesome.

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