Chapter 1210: 646: The Assassination by Four Demon Venerables!

The Dragon Venerable’s decree, like a tangible shackle made by the laws, was branded deep within the Divine Soul of the Heaven-Burning Ancestor. A trace of cruel and merciless laughter flashed in the depths of his crimson pupils, as he fell silent.

The boiling magma beneath his feet surged violently upward without a sound, like a gaping abyss, instantly engulfing his figure.

In the end, only the thin white smoke remained after the flames extinguished, along with a killing intent in the air far heavier and more piercing than the magma.

The shadow formed by the Shadow Lizard Demon Monarch silently split open a seam, a gray line darker than the void followed the disappearing direction of the Heaven-Burning and quietly slipped into a minute spatial rift.

The Sinking Array, the true fangs and claws of the Emperor Palace used to devour and crush any threat to the core plan, had already left its nest.

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After the grand banquet.

In Split Stone City, the command post temporarily established in the area occupied by the Human Clan, the atmosphere was stagnant.

A massive terrain model occupied the center, with the three regions representing the Desolate Sand Sea, Thousand Streams Creek, and Chaotic Swamp marked in glaring dark red.

The Daoist Venerable Hong Yue, overseeing this place, looked at Jiang Shu, who wore a slightly damaged green robe, and spoke in a deep voice.

"Supreme Mysterious Daoist Venerable, this decisive victory is all thanks to you turning the tide. Previously you were busy, and now finally meeting you, I thank you on behalf of all the soldiers."

Jiang Shu waved his hand and smiled, "We are all members of the Human Clan, is there any need for thanks?"

"Daoist Venerable Hong Yue, why not tell me about the current situation in those three dangerous places."

On the way back, although Lu Chong had informed him about these three places, Lu Chong had been out for more than half a month, and there might have been some changes in those places.

Daoist Venerable Hong Yue nodded in agreement, pointing at the dark red markers and said, "The demonic energy in these three places is exceptionally dense, and the Daoist Rules are twisted and chaotic. Our vanguard suffered heavy losses, and Lu Chong from your True Martial Sect almost perished in the Desolate Sand Sea."

"This place is obviously a treacherous trap set by the Demon Race, and needs careful plotting, gathering heavy troops, and acting cautiously."

Jiang Shu lowered his eyes to the model, his gaze as calm as still water.

He had just recovered from rest, his depleted vital energy and Dao Rhyme swiftly replenished by the nourishment of the World Tree Seedling, the profound meaning of the Qi Swallowing Vientiane Fist flowing clearer in his mind.

"Acting cautiously?"

He slowly spoke, his voice low yet with an undeniable sense of power.

"After this battle, the Demon Race will only increase their vigilance over these three places, raising their guard to the highest level. The longer we delay, the more variables will arise."

"In my opinion, we should take advantage of their unsteady footing and immediately probe the reality."

Beside him, the female Elder Liu Mingyu from the Creation Sect frowned deeply, concern surfacing on her face.

"Supreme Mysterious Daoist Venerable, your value is priceless, the pillar of our Human Clan!"

"These three dangerous places, even with Lu Chong leading, almost annihilated the whole team, the dangers are beyond imagination."

"If you go alone and something happens, not only will we lose a generational prodigy of the Human Clan, but it would also be a fatal blow to the morale at the front line!"

"This is really too dangerous. If you truly intend to go, you must inform the Supreme Sect Leader of the True Martial Sect and the Purple Extreme Daoist Venerable."

Her voice tried to remain steady, but the concern was unmistakable.

This is truly because Jiang Shu is too important to the Human Clan, and Liu Mingyu could hardly imagine, if Jiang Shu were to fall, how severe the impact would be on the Human Clan.

In the current situation, unless a Supreme Sect Leader level Daoist Venerable falls, the fall of other Daoist Venerables would not have the impact that Jiang Shu’s demise would cause.

Therefore, they must ensure Jiang Shu’s safety.

Jiang Shu raised his eyes, his gaze sweeping over the somber and worried expressions of Hong Yue and Liu Mingyu, his expression unwavering.

"Danger naturally exists but it is precisely because of this that we need to find out the truth."

Jiang Shu saw that both of them were still not assured of him going alone and couldn’t help feeling a bit helpless.

Jiang Shu saw the look on their faces, as if saying, "If you insist on going, we will stop you even if it means dying in front of you," and after pondering for a moment, he said:

"I have some insight into the aura of the Ten Thousand Spirits Casting Venerable Array, and only by personally going can I determine whether it truly is the hub of the Ten Thousand Spirits Casting Venerable Array."

As Jiang Shu spoke, memories of the time he burned the hub of the Ten Thousand Spirits Casting Immortal Array deep in the Demon Domain flashed quickly through his mind, the colossal Array Dao Will that seemed to oppose the heavens and the earth still seemed to linger in his perception.

He also recalled the map marker given by Hu Yi back then, and the location of the Desolate Sand Sea was indeed circled.

Although Hu Yi’s power was low, his ability to gather and summarize intelligence was truly astonishing.

Although Jiang Shu hadn’t had the time to traverse all the areas, from the current situation, the accuracy of the map seemed very high.

Ninety percent, the core of the Desolate Sand Sea is a hub of an array!

This was indeed a pleasant surprise.

This thought flickered in Jiang Shu’s mind, unknown to others.

He looked at Hong Yue and continued, "General Hong, I need to personally go to the Desolate Sand Sea to confirm whether it is what I perceived."

"As long as it is confirmed, no matter what it is, we will know how to deal with it."

Hong Yue saw Jiang Shu’s determination, his expression growing more solemn.

"Supreme Mysterious Daoist Venerable, it is commendable that you dare to venture into the enemy’s formation alone, but you are taking too much risk!"

"Here’s what I propose, I will immediately gather a few powerful comrades to form an elite squad to accompany you, providing support!"

"No need."

Jiang Shu shook his head decisively, his tone firm and unyielding.

"More people mean a bigger target, making it easier to be exposed."

"They cannot keep up with my speed and would only impede my judgment."