Chapter 946: Chapter 412: The Four Realms of the Sword Dao, Sword Rainbow Splitting Light

"The True Dragon Hall... what stance are they taking?"

Xuanmo True Monarch pressed down the thoughts in his heart and asked in a deep voice.

This was what truly determined the success or failure of this operation.

If the True Dragon Hall only moved their lips, then however many of the Human Race went would be however many that died.

Yun Weifeng’s expression was grave as he slowly spoke: "The True Dragon Hall has promised that the Dragon Kings who are Hall Masters of the main halls will personally take the field!"

At these words, the tension on everyone’s faces eased slightly.

The Dragon Kings who were Hall Masters of the True Dragon Hall were existences that absolutely could not be compared to ordinary Late-Stage Nascent Soul great demons.

Their true bodies were ferocious beings that truly possessed the Ancient True Dragon Bloodline, their Innate Divine Abilities were astonishing beyond compare, and their combat strength was generally a large cut above Human Race Cultivators of the same realm.

With these Dragon Kings entering the battle as the main force, the chances of success on this trip would undoubtedly increase greatly.

However, Yun Weifeng’s next words poured cold water over everyone: "But... because the seal is currently in a special period of weakening, the capacity of the passage is limited."

"After calculations made jointly by the True Dragon Hall and us, for this operation, the number of Cultivators who can delve into the core region cannot be too many."

"And they must be the ones with the very top combat strength, only then can they cope with unexpected situations."

Swish!

Almost instinctively, everyone’s gazes swung in unison toward the few publicly acknowledged powerhouses present, naturally including Xu Ping.

Xu Ping’s brows instantly knitted together, but very quickly his expression returned to calm.

Yun Weifeng naturally noticed everyone’s gazes and mood, so he did not name names on the spot. Instead, he shifted the topic and said:

"The specific candidates are of great importance and must be considered carefully."

"This old man will discuss it with you Fellow Daoists in private. This meeting shall end here for now."

This move was rather seasoned; it avoided the shirking or awkwardness that might arise from naming people in public, and also gave everyone time to think and weigh things.

After all, on this errand, even top late-stage experts faced the risk of falling.

Everyone dispersed with heavy hearts, each returning to the temporary cave-dwelling assigned on the spirit ship.

Sure enough, before long, a gentle voice transmission from Yun Weifeng sounded outside Xu Ping’s cave: "Fellow Daoist Xu."

Xu Ping opened the Restriction and invited in this number one person of the Outer Sea.

The cave-dwelling was simple, with only a stone bed and meditation cushion. 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

Yun Weifeng did not beat around the bush and went straight to the point: "Young Friend Xu, you saw the situation just now."

"This incursion into the Ancient Demon Hall is extremely perilous; without top-tier combat strength it cannot be done."

"On behalf of the Outer Sea Human Race, this old man earnestly requests that Young Friend join this operation."

Speaking up to here, Yun Weifeng’s tone became even more sincere:

"Whatever conditions you have, as long as Yunxiao Sect and we are able to fulfill them, Young Friend may state them freely. Even if it is... an item that can help Young Friend increase the spirituality of your Lifebound Spiritual Treasure, this old man can find a way to gather it."

The terms could not be called anything but generous.

Enhancing a Spirit Treasure’s spirituality was an opportunity countless Nascent Soul Cultivators dreamed of.

However, Xu Ping almost did not hesitate at all. He slowly yet firmly shook his head: "Senior Yun, forgive this junior, but I cannot comply."

A clear trace of disappointment flashed through Yun Weifeng’s eyes: "Young Friend..."

Xu Ping cut him off, his tone calm yet brooking no refusal: "Senior, I have experienced the danger of the Ancient Demon Hall’s core more deeply than most present."

"Though that Possession Demon has temporarily retreated, whether there is an even more terrifying existence within, no one can say."

"On this trip, even you, Senior, cannot claim that you are certain to retreat unscathed."

"This junior’s path of cultivation has been arduous in many ways up to now; I truly do not wish to undertake such a nine-deaths-one-life matter. Treasures may be fine things, but one must be alive to enjoy them."

Xu Ping’s words were direct and candid, with no hypocritical courtesies, laying his thoughts out frankly on the table.

But this was precisely his truest thought, and also his greatest code of conduct—stability above all.

Yun Weifeng fixed his gaze on Xu Ping for a moment. Seeing that his will was firm, he knew persuasion would be difficult.

Yun Weifeng sighed and said: "Each man has his own aspirations. This old man... understands. Young Friend has no attachments in the Outer Sea; in that light this choice is also reasonable."

Though there was regret in his tone, there was no intent to coerce.

At their level, they knew full well that a forced melon is not sweet, not to mention that forcing a Great Cultivator comparable to the late stage was nothing short of a pipe dream.

Yun Weifeng rose and said: "Since that is the case, this old man will not press further. I shall take my leave."

After seeing Yun Weifeng off, Xu Ping sat alone in the cave-dwelling for a long, silent time.

He was not a cold-blooded person, and he also understood the principle that if the lips are gone, the teeth grow cold.

If the Ancient Demon’s plan truly succeeded, then under the overturning of the Outer Sea’s nest, even his Blood Bone Island would hardly remain intact.

But compared to his own life, such considerations became far less important.

"In such a perilous situation, preserving myself remains the foremost priority."

Xu Ping said silently in his heart, "The Outer Sea Human Race has joined hands with the True Dragon Hall, their combined strength is unprecedented, and there is even a Perfection Great Cultivator like Yun Weifeng taking the lead. The hope... should not be small."

After all, the Dragon Kings who are Hall Masters of the True Dragon Hall were said to have overwhelming power. With them as the main force, perhaps they really could succeed?

But for some reason, in Xu Pin’s mind there would always inexplicably flash the figure of that ancient devil who had seized Hehuan Old Demon’s body...

Xu Ping let out a faint sigh, feeling somewhat helpless as well.

Even though his current strength was far from what ordinary late-stage Cultivators could compare to, and he could be counted among the top powerhouses in the Outer Sea,

when faced with a towering wave that might involve the Divinity Transformation Level and concern the safety of an entire world, he still appeared so insignificant.

"In the end... I am not yet at Divinity Transformation."

These four words were like a heavy shackle, allowing Xu Ping to clearly see his own limits.

Without attaining Divinity Transformation, he could not truly grasp his own fate, and could only struggle with all his might within this torrent, seeking to protect himself.

"If something truly irreparable were to occur, fleeing to the Inner Sea or returning to the Nanchuan Realm would not be an unwise choice."