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Chapter 615 Immortal Arrives at the Battlefront, Buffs Maxed Out
Everyone's attention was immediately drawn to the scene reflected in the Xuan Guang Ying Ying Pool. The clear water of the pool clearly reflected the real-time image of the allied army camp on the border of Canglin Prefecture.

The camp gates swung open, banners fluttered, and countless soldiers in gleaming armor marched out of the camp like an iron torrent, forming orderly square formations on the vast plain under the commands of their officers. Swords and spears, like a forest, reflected the morning sunlight, radiating a chilling gleam.

The neighing of warhorses, the clanging of armor, and the heavy footsteps intertwined, creating a solemn yet majestic pre-battle symphony.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the Allied Commander-in-Chief, Long Xingtianxia, ​​rode out on horseback and stood before the entire army. He wore a purple-gold dragon crown and a set of custom-made dark gold armor, engraved with mountain and river patterns, exclusively for the "Heavenly Mandate Monarch".

His magnificent dragon-blooded steed pawed restlessly, snorting as if sensing the impending battle. He reined in his horse, his gaze sweeping across the vast army before him like lightning. The command flag, a symbol of his authority, was slightly raised in his hand. Though he uttered not a word, his unwavering composure and the invisible majesty of a king were enough to command the entire army to stand in awe.

Around Long Xing Tian Xia, there were even more fierce generals and powerful figures.

To his left and right were elite players from the core group of the Dragon Soaring Guild and surrendered fierce generals from the Sun Heaven Kingdom, each exuding a powerful aura and sharp eyes. A little behind them were the accompanying True Immortals, led by Qingfeng, Mingyue, and Longhua. Some held whisks, others carried magical artifacts, their bodies radiating spiritual energy, exuding an air of otherworldly grace, forming a stark contrast to the mortal army. The entire high command of the allied forces presented a powerful picture of mortal martial artists, True Immortal cultivators, and elite players working together.

Xiao Jie even spotted familiar figures like Xia Yi Wushuang and Hao Mie in the crowd. They were mixed in with the player teams, also eager to show their skills in this battle.

"It seems the allied forces are about to launch a final battle," Lin Xuance said, stroking his beard. His tone was solemn and resolute. "Fellow Daoists, today's battle concerns the fate of Canglin Prefecture and even the Nine Provinces. We immortals have an inescapable responsibility."

“That’s right, just the way! How can we let the mortal soldiers face the main force of the demons alone? We should set off too.” Wu Qingyue’s voice boomed, already showing his impatience.

Xiao Jie nodded, about to ride the auspicious cloud to the battlefield of Canglin Prefecture. But then he saw Su Zhiqing, the Mystic Sovereign, smile slightly. With a gentle lift of her slender hand, a complex and profound rune was instantly drawn at her fingertips.

"Celestial Technique - Thousand-Mile Instant Travel!"

shhhhhhhh!

As she finished speaking, four dazzling white lights instantly enveloped Xiao Jie, Lin Xuance, Wu Qingyue, and Su Zhiqing. Xiao Jie only felt the surrounding scenery blur and distort, as if space itself was being folded and traversed. His vision blurred, and when it cleared again, he found himself having left the bamboo forest of Ginkgo Village and appeared on a towering mountain peak overlooking the entire Allied Army camp and the battlefield ahead.

"Wow..." Xiao Jie exclaimed inwardly, "This spell is really convenient!" Although his innate divine ability, [Golden Rainbow Escape Technique], was also incredibly fast when he transformed into a golden crow, covering a thousand miles in an instant, it still involved a period of extremely high-speed flight. Compared to Su Zhiqing's effect of almost ignoring distance and directly teleporting through space, it was indeed inferior in terms of convenience and suddenness.

"Fellow Daoist Su's technique is truly exquisite, covering a distance of one state in an instant," Xiao Jie sincerely praised, with a hint of seeking guidance. "I wonder if it would be convenient for you to teach me? In the future, it will save me a lot of trouble when traveling to various places."

Upon hearing this, Su Zhiqing smiled and explained, "Hehe, Fellow Daoist Suifeng, you flatter me. This [Thousand-Mile Instant Travel Technique] seems convenient, but it cannot be used at will. It requires setting up a 'Spiritual Rhinoceros Seal' at the target location beforehand as a Dao beacon anchor point. This seal must be drawn with one's own spiritual power and fit the earth's vein nodes in order to resonate with the caster's mind and construct a stable void passage."

I had already instructed my disciple, Wentian Wuji, to set up a guiding array here beforehand, which is why we were able to arrive so easily.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jie turned around and indeed saw Wentian Wuji, dressed in a tight-fitting outfit and exuding a calm demeanor, standing respectfully beside a rock not far away.

"Master." Upon seeing the four, Wentian Wuji immediately stepped forward, clasped his hands in a respectful bow to Su Zhiqing.

Su Zhiqing nodded slightly, her tone carrying a hint of approval: "You did a good job, the magic array is stable. Now come with us down the mountain to the allied camp to join the others."

"Yes, Master."

Meanwhile, below, before the allied forces' massive formation, Long Xing Tian Xia reined in his dragon-blooded steed, gathered his strength, and delivered a final pre-battle mobilization speech to the vast army stretching as far as the eye could see. As the commander-in-chief of the allied forces, his voice, amplified by the system, resonated clearly throughout the entire battlefield:
"Soldiers! Returning home! Look at the land behind us! Canglin Prefecture is weeping, her people are wailing under the claws of the demons! For three days, we have fought bloody battles and recovered lost territory. Now, the main force of the demons has retreated here. The time for the decisive battle has come!"

This battle is not for the gain or loss of a single city or territory, but for the destiny of our human race! For the peace of the Nine Provinces! Sons of Longxiang! Warriors of all provinces! Raise your swords and let those twisted demons see what it means to be united as one! What it means to show that the human race is not to be underestimated! Follow me—to kill the enemy! Victory is certain!

After a passionate and inspiring speech, a deafening roar and shouts erupted across the battlefield! Although most of the voices came from NPC soldiers who were inspired by the storyline and the high morale of the players, and most of the players were just casually joining in the fun, the thousands of core players from the Dragon Soaring Guild were genuinely shouting in unison, creating a deafening roar that forged an astonishing momentum that was not to be underestimated.

Riding his horse, Long Xingtianxia surveyed the magnificent scene of thousands of soldiers around him, their emotions surging and their obedience boundless, all because of his words. A surge of pride welled up within him, a sense of absolute power rising within him. "So this is what it feels like to command the world and hold the reins of power... Though it can't compare to the transcendent freedom and immortality of immortals, this authority to command armies and decide the fate of millions with a single word is still the ultimate achievement and enjoyment in the human realm." He was secretly filled with self-satisfaction.

Suddenly, someone in the ranks pointed sharply to the sky and cried out in astonishment, "Look up at the sky! What's that?!"

This shout was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, instantly triggering a chain reaction. On the battlefield, countless eyes, whether of NPC soldiers or players, all turned to look in the direction the man was pointing.

High in the sky, a vast expanse of auspicious clouds, shrouded in a soft glow, was descending slowly and gracefully. Above the clouds, four figures were clearly visible.

The first three are none other than the immortals of Lonely Cloud State that players have long been familiar with from the promotional images and videos: Lin Xuance, with his transcendent temperament and otherworldly demeanor; Wu Qingyue, with his imposing stature and fighting spirit; and Su Zhiqing, with her graceful demeanor and boundless magical abilities.

What made all the players' pupils shrink even more was that standing side by side with the three of them, with a calm and composed expression, was none other than the only immortal among the players—Yin Yue Sui Feng! The four of them were surrounded by faint immortal light, their auras blending together as if they were one with the entire world. Just by standing there, they exuded a majestic aura that inspired awe and was difficult to look directly at.

"My God! Four immortals have arrived at the same time!"

"This spectacle! This aura! Absolutely incredible!"

"Brother Feng is awesome..."

The player channel and the scene were immediately filled with suppressed exclamations and discussions, a mixture of envy, jealousy, and shock.

The four immortals descended slowly on auspicious clouds, calmly looking down upon the countless beings below, as numerous as ants. Wentian Wuji stood quietly half a step behind them, his heart surging with emotion. This feeling of being above all living beings, receiving the attention and awe of everyone, was indeed exquisite and intoxicating. Unfortunately, he knew that those countless fervent, worshipful gazes were not focused on him alone. "I must work harder! One day, I too will stand in this position—no, I will stand even higher!" he silently vowed to himself.

The four immortals slowly descended from the clouds, landing precisely in front of the core high-ranking members of the allied forces, including Long Xing Tian Xia, Xiao Yue Zhenren, Qing Feng, Ming Yue, and Long Hua Zhenren.

When Qingfeng and Mingyue saw Lin Xuance and his companions, their faces immediately lit up with surprise and respect. They quickly stepped forward, bowed, and said, "Disciples greet their senior uncles!"

Master Longhua also stepped forward to pay his respects, but he performed a rather solemn Taoist cupped-hand salute, bowing slightly to show his respect for the senior immortal cultivator. However, it was different from the grand salute of juniors like Qingfeng and Mingyue, maintaining the demeanor of a true master.

Only Master Xiaoyue glanced coldly in this direction, let out a barely perceptible snort, and did not step forward.

At this moment, Long Xingtianxia was deeply shaken!

He originally thought that as the 'Destined Monarch' and commander of the three-state allied forces, he was the undisputed commander of this battle. Although he might be slightly inferior to Xiao Jie, the player immortal, he was still the one in charge and the core figure of this epic battle.

But at this moment, seeing Xiao Jie standing side by side with the three immortal NPCs, Lin Xuance, Wu Qingyue, and Su Zhiqing, their auras mingling and their immortal light faintly connecting as if they were one, Xiao Jie, standing among them, not only did not appear inferior in the slightest, but his identity as a player added an unfathomable sense of mystery.

That invisible, transcendent aura of power and authority instantly made him realize that there was an insurmountable chasm between him and the other party. The shock he felt was unprecedented; it was a sense of difference stemming from the level of life and the essence of power. His newly risen pride as a 'King of Men' was instantly suppressed by the majesty of a higher being, leaving him with mixed feelings—awe, but also a trace of indescribable loss and resentment.

Even someone as powerful as Long Xing Tian Xia was moved, let alone the ordinary players, whose envy, jealousy, and hatred practically overflowed the screen.

However, no one dared to show any sign of it. After all, he was a dignified immortal. If Feng Ge held a grudge, they wouldn't even know how they died. The Supreme Emperor, on the other hand, who had once been defeated by him, seemed more at ease. He mingled in the crowd and muttered to himself, "Damn it, I did face an immortal head-on, even if I got badly beaten. But that's still a 'battle record' of fighting an immortal. I... I'm not too disgraced, am I? Yeah, that's it!"

At this moment, Lin Xuance stepped forward, his gaze sweeping calmly over all the True Immortals and Long Xingtianxia present. His voice clearly reached everyone's ears: "Fellow Daoists, there's no need for such formalities. Today's battle is a crucial one that will determine the fate of Canglin Prefecture and even influence the destiny of the Nine Provinces. Your ability to set aside sectarian prejudices, personally join the battle, and fight against the demons is truly a blessing for all living beings and a model of righteousness."

As cultivators, though we transcend worldly affairs, we cannot remain indifferent to such a calamity. Everyone, please fight without restraint against the demonic army. If the 'Master of the Demon Star Tower' hidden behind the scenes becomes impatient and makes any move… then naturally, we old fellows will take over.”

These words brought a sense of relief to Qingfeng, Mingyue, Longhua, Xiaoyue, and other immortals who understood the terrifying power of the Demon Star Tower's master. With these four immortals backing them up, the pressure they faced when facing ordinary demonic masters was greatly reduced. However, players like Longxing Tianxia didn't take these words seriously, because the event details clearly stated that the final battle would only involve facing the seven demonic masters; the Demon Star Tower's master wouldn't participate in the regular events at all.

The "Mystery of the Demon Star," the final hidden content of the entire event, will only be triggered after all the prerequisite activities are completed. Right now, everyone is more concerned about the immortals taking on disciples.

Among the crowd present, any player who felt they had some ability had been working tirelessly for the past three days, frantically accumulating merit points for saving the world, all in order to secure a place on the merit list and gamble on a chance to become an immortal.

Facing the three immortals, he was filled with excitement. If he weren't afraid of offending them, he would have knelt down and fawned over them.

However, ordinary players are not qualified to ask such sensitive questions, let alone dare to speak rashly. If they say something inappropriate and leave a bad impression on the immortal, all their previous efforts will be in vain.

As the commander-in-chief of the allied forces and the leader of the most powerful force, Long Xingtianxia certainly had the qualifications and status to step forward and speak. He took a deep breath, suppressed the complex emotions in his heart, stepped forward a few paces, clasped his hands in a respectful bow to the four immortals, and said in a respectful tone:

"The presence of these esteemed immortals, personally overseeing the battle, is a great honor for all of us. On behalf of the entire allied forces, I, Long, express my deepest gratitude for your assistance! This is a blessing for the people of Canglin Prefecture and a boon for the righteous path of the Nine Provinces! In this battle, we will unite as one and fight with all our might, ensuring that the monstrous lord will never return, restoring Canglin Prefecture to its former glory and a clear and bright world!"

The phrase "dragons roam the world" is uttered with practiced ease.

He abruptly changed the subject, skillfully steer the conversation to the topic of greatest interest to everyone: "However, if I may be so bold, I have another matter I would like to ask you, esteemed immortals. In my humble opinion, the chaos at the 'Demon Star Tower' is merely a prelude or the beginning of many future calamities. The land of the Nine Provinces will undoubtedly face even more crises in the future. You esteemed immortals possess boundless magical power and extraordinary abilities; why not seize this opportunity to take in a few disciples of excellent character and great potential, nurture and guide them, thereby strengthening the righteous path and preparing for future changes? If this could be done, it would truly be a blessing for all living beings!"

His words were eloquent and persuasive, highlighting the crisis while simultaneously elevating the immortal, before finally revealing his request to take on disciples—a flawless and impeccable argument.

Lin Xuance exchanged a glance with Su Zhiqing and Wu Qingyue, smiled slightly, and then spoke: "What the Dragon King said is exactly what I was thinking. To be honest, although we have not been to the front lines these past few days, we have been closely monitoring the battle situation and the performance of all of you who have returned home through the Xuan Guang Ying Ying technique. Among you, we have indeed discovered many excellent talents and brave individuals."

He paused slightly, glanced at the crowd around him who had instantly perked up their ears, and continued, "However, this matter of accepting disciples concerns the inheritance of our lineage, so we must be careful. The final selection will have to wait until after this decisive battle, after comprehensively considering everyone's achievements, character, and performance throughout the event, before a decision can be made."

"The immortal is indeed going to accept disciples!" Upon hearing this, the players finally felt relieved. Although the system announcement had already stated this, hearing the immortal confirm it with their own ears was truly reassuring, giving them real hope. Many had already begun to consider which immortal would be more suitable to become their disciple, or which immortal's cultivation method would suit their taste best.

Long Xingtianxia was also certain in his heart, and cupped his hands, saying, "In that case, please wait and see how the sons of the Nine Provinces perform in this battle!"

Su Zhiqing smiled and said, "That's exactly right. However, since we're here, we can't just stand around and watch. This battle is dangerous and fraught with peril, so let us do our part to protect you all."

As she spoke, she lightly raised her slender hand and made an elegant hand seal, her body surging with spiritual energy.

"Immortal Technique - Everlasting Spring Blood Technique!"

Instantly, all the players on the battlefield were illuminated by a vibrant emerald green light.

[System Notification: The Immortal Sovereign Su Zhiqing has cast the group blessing spell "Eternal Spring Blood" on all returning participants, increasing the maximum health of all players by 300 points until the end of the event.]

"Since Fellow Daoist Su has already made his move, then I, Lin, will also lend a hand!" Seeing this, Lin Xuance also formed a sword incantation with his hands and muttered incantations.

"Immortal Technique - Mystic Light Protection!"

In an instant, a layer of solid, thick black light was added to all the players.

[System Notification: Demon-Slaying Immortal Lin Xuance has cast a group blessing spell, "Mystic Light Protection," on all returning participants. All players' physical and magical defense are increased by 50 points, lasting until the end of the event.]

"Hahaha, how could such a grand event be complete without me, Wu Qingyue!" Wu Qingyue's voice boomed like a bell. He took a deep breath, his chest bulging, and then let out a roar as loud as thunder!

"Celestial Technique - Wrath of the God of War!"

The sound waves spread out as if they were tangible, and a burst of intense red light instantly appeared above the heads of all the players, as if their blood had been ignited.

[System Notification: Martial Arts Immortal Wu Qingyue has cast the group blessing spell "Wrath of the War God" on all returning participants, increasing all players' physical and magical attack power by 50 points until the end of the event.]

Watching his three companions take turns making their moves, Xiao Jie thought to himself, "Alright, everyone has spoken up, so I can't just stand by and watch. Although applying buffs to so many players at the same time might have been beyond my capabilities with my previous cultivation level, since advancing to True Immortal, my control and application of immortal power have improved to a new level, so applying buffs across a wide area shouldn't be a problem."

He stepped forward and said loudly, "Fellow compatriots returning home, I, Yin Yue Sui Feng, will also lend you a helping hand!"

After saying that, he had a thought and connected with the purer and more powerful immortal spiritual energy in his body. He then made a gesture with his hands in front of his chest, drawing out the spiritual energy throughout the body.

"Celestial Art - Blessing of Wildness for the Masses!"

A gentle yet powerful golden halo emanated from him, rippling rapidly across the entire battlefield like waves.

All players were covered in a golden light.

[Wild Blessing: Increases all your base attributes—Strength, Agility, Stamina, and Constitution—by 5 points each.]

However, the players did not receive any system notification for the buff Xiao Jie cast. This was unavoidable; he was essentially a player, not a system-designated NPC. The effect he applied was more like a spontaneous player action, only that because he was a celestial being, it could cover the entire area.

This is not an official event buff.

With these four powerful divine blessings, the morale of the players instantly soared to its peak! Various buff lights shone brightly in the army formation, creating an overwhelming momentum!

Seeing the surging morale below, Long Xingtianxia knew the time had come. He swung his spear, a symbol of his command, and with all his might, let out a thunderous roar:

"All troops—attack!"

(End of this chapter)