Chapter 716: 61: The Two Clans Clash Again, Reinforcements to Jixing Island!

Wei Chang’an was shocked upon hearing this,"Are you referring to the Thousand Crabs Demon Emperor, the first general under South Abyss Demon Emperor?"

"That’s right, it’s indeed this demon!" True Monarch Yun Shang nodded.

"To my knowledge, the Thousand Crabs Demon Emperor is a Tier Four Middle-Grade Peak Demon Beast, also skilled in our Human Race’s Body Refining Technique, with combat power that closely rivals a Great Cultivator!"

"Daoist Zhou was actually able to defeat this demon, even leaving only its Demon Soul to escape!"

"Could it be that you have reached Late-Stage Nascent Soul Cultivation, yet I remember that a hundred years ago when we first met, you were only at Core Formation!"

He finished speaking, looking at Zhou Xun with an expression full of disbelief, carefully sensing the mana aura Zhou Xun emitted,

It was indeed Early-Stage Nascent Soul, which left him somewhat puzzled.

The True Monarch Qianchuan beside him also showed a surprised expression,

He considered himself very familiar with Zhou Xun,

With extremely high strength, though only at Early-Stage Nascent Soul Cultivation, his real power was absolutely no less than a Middle-Stage Cultivator’s,

This was also why he warmly invited Zhou Xun to join Sea Suppression Immortal City,

But today, from True Monarch Yun Shang’s words,

It seemed he still underestimated him,

The Thousand Crabs Demon Emperor, even he was far from being a match, yet Zhou Xun was able to shatter its physical body, leaving only the Demon Soul to flee,

Doesn’t this mean that Zhou Xun’s current strength has surpassed his own!

Thinking this, he couldn’t help but seek confirmation from Zhou Xun:

"Daoist Zhou, is what True Monarch Yun Shang said true?"

"Naturally, it is true. My strength has greatly improved over the years, that’s how I achieved such results!" Zhou Xun smiled faintly.

Hearing this, True Monarch Qianchuan couldn’t help but take a deep breath,

Then he became delighted, laughing heartily:

"Good, good,"

"With such strength from Younger Brother Zhou, this mission should be easy to handle!"

True Monarch Qianchuan’s expression returned to normal, and then he began to talk about the purpose of calling them over.

"Now that the Human-Demon Races have gone to war again, such incidents as the southern defense line are definitely not in just one place. Our Human Race has many fortresses in the South Sea and they might also be attacked,"

"After discussions with the Three Great Alliance Leaders, it has been decided to increase manpower in these places!"

"Extreme Star Island, two million miles away from here, is one of the five major fortresses in the South Sea, and holds a crucial position,"

"Currently, only two True Monarch Nascent Soul cultivators are stationed there, and you are summoned to support Extreme Star Island!"

"Do any of you have any objections?"

Given the war situation, True Monarch Qianchuan’s arrangements are quite reasonable, and they naturally had no reason to refuse,

Thus they all nodded in agreement.

From another perspective,

At this time, Sea Suppression Immortal City was preparing for battle everywhere,

Presumably, the decisive battle with the Demon Race would not be far off,

If staying in the Immortal City, it would be impossible to avoid that battle, whereas now, by going to the external fortress, they can avoid getting caught in the whirlpool!

Furthermore, for both True Monarch Yun Shang and Wei Chang’an, having Zhou Xun, a powerful cultivator, accompanying them this time makes the journey even safer,

So they gladly agreed.

"This is a good arrangement, and there are also thirty thousand accompanying personnel, with fifty Core Formation cultivators, one thousand Foundation Establishment cultivators, and the rest all Late-Stage Qi Refining cultivators, all of them being a well-trained army of cultivators,"

"All under the leadership of three Daoists,"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Xun and the other two solemnly nodded and said:

"Rest assured, True Monarch Qianchuan, with the three of us here, Extreme Star Island will be as solid as a fortress!"

True Monarch Qianchuan continued: "Extreme Star Island’s geographical position is vital and resource-rich, the Demon Race will surely try every possible means to capture it. Once you arrive, you must quickly familiarize yourselves with the island’s terrain and defense facilities, and formulate a reasonable defense strategy. At the same time, strengthen patrols around the surrounding seas to prevent sneak attacks by the Demon Race."

"This mission is important, you must be careful and cautious. If you encounter any difficulties, promptly request assistance from the Immortal City." The three nodded in agreement once again.

Then, True Monarch Qianchuan explained some precautions and let the three return to prepare, officially setting off three days later.

...

Returning to the Cave Mansion, Zhou Xun immediately summoned everyone.

In the reception hall, Zhou Xun sat at the head, Jiang Wanning stood behind him, gently massaging his temples.

Soon, Spirit Turtle Red Noon and Earth Element Beast arrived,

"Greetings, Lord!"

Upon entering, the two demons first bowed, then stood quietly on either side, waiting for Zhou Xun to speak.

"Don’t stand there, all of you sit down!"

"Yes!"

The two demons promptly sat down on sandalwood chairs to the left and right below.

"I have assembled you today to announce an important matter!" After a pause, Zhou Xun continued:

"Today, under True Monarch Qianchuan’s orders, I am about to leave Sea Suppression Immortal City, leading the cultivator army to garrison Extreme Star Island,"

"This journey’s duration is unknown, hence I have decided to take you three along!"

The Earth Element Beast and Spirit Turtle Red Noon are his Spirit Beasts and not part of the Immortal City’s summon sequence, free to leave at any time,

But Jiang Wanning is a Core Formation Cultivator stationed at the Immortal City,

Over the years, due to his connections, she rarely went to the front lines,

However, now that they are leaving, they need to report,

Fortunately, Zhou Xun and True Monarch Qianchuan have an excellent relationship, thus an additional Core Formation cultivator position has been granted, allowing all to travel to Extreme Star Island for garrison.

"We will follow the Lord’s orders!"

Hearing they could go out, the two demons were extremely happy.

"Next, pack up your things, and we will depart tomorrow morning!"

...

On the third day at dawn, Zhou Xun, along with Jiang Wanning, Spirit Turtle Red Noon, and Earth Element Beast, arrived at the West City Gate,

At this time, the army of thirty thousand cultivators was already neatly lined up there, waiting for the order to depart.