CHAPTER 969: CHAPTER 738: CHAMPIONS OF QI LUCK

Cang Erzi infiltrated the opposing forces, which gave Li Yi a bit of confidence in the subsequent war. At least in times of crisis, Cang Erzi would definitely lend a hand, ensuring they wouldn’t end up losing everything.

However, the matter with Wu the Taoist made Li Yi realize that he needed to tighten control over these Tri-Floral Realm cultivators. He could no longer let them act freely, even though with the Sacrifice Spell, betrayal was impossible, but he couldn’t let them slack off either.

He had brought them out from the End of Dharma World, allowing them to regain life, and in return, they must serve him.

Essentially, it was a transaction.

If these cultivation experts came to Earth, regained their strength, and then refused to serve, it would violate their original agreement. Li Yi wouldn’t mind grabbing one or two for public punishment as an example to others.

There were many Tri-Floral Realm experts in the End of Dharma Cultivation World, and he believed that the next time he returned, Master Zi Yu would have a surprise for him.

Wu the Taoist, standing silently beside them at the moment, was very uneasy inside because he knew that his failure to support Tianchang City in time had displeased Taiyi.

If it were before, he wouldn’t have worried too much, as Taiyi needed his efforts.

But now.

Taiyi’s strength was no longer comparable, even a Tri-Floral Realm cultivation expert might not be of much importance in his eyes.

"I must find an opportunity to make up for my mistake in the future."

Wu the Taoist thought secretly, his two Tao Flowers faintly sensing some heavenly secrets. He had to find a way to clear up this misunderstanding, otherwise, there would be endless future troubles.

Soon.

Everyone who rushed from all directions gathered again in the conference hall.

Though there were quite a few people, compared to the vast hall, it still appeared insufficient.

"Li Yi." At this moment, Ye Jingtian came over and greeted.

Li Yi nodded slightly in acknowledgment and said, "Xiao Jianguo must have been found with your help, right? I have already contacted him and reached a successful deal, thank you."

"It was just a small matter."

Ye Jingtian waved his hand with a smile, "I have to thank you too, with this battle armor you lent me, I’m confident I can survive on the battlefield this time. Just not sure if we’ll be selected for the battle, as previously, only about twenty to thirty people were selected to fight, at most fifty."

"I actually hope to fight this time, otherwise, I’d have to wait for the next time, and I don’t have that much time to wait slowly," Li Yi said.

He still needed to condense the Primordial Spirit Dharma Image, make a trip to World No. 36, and return to Red Gold Mountain in the Wilderness... there was quite a lot to do, so he wanted to achieve great merit quickly and then take leave.

"Don’t worry, I understand your eagerness to kill the enemy. I have reported your situation, and with the addition of you two, the overall strength of our Number Nine Task Force is very strong. If the number of people participating is more than thirty, our team has a high probability of being selected." At this moment, Jiang Yue, the captain of the Number Nine Task Force, came over.

Compared to last time, he was sharper, his eyes filled with a thirst for revenge.

"Alright, let’s not talk about that now. Let me introduce you to two other comrades." Jiang Yue then pointed to a young man in battle armor, looking to be in his early twenties, standing nearby.

"His name is Long Jie, his strength is good, and he has already overcome the Spirit Tribulation. He dual cultivates with the cultivation technique and can hold a Great Demon for a short time."

"Li Yi, Ye Jingtian, nice to meet you." The young man named Long Jie greeted with a smile.

Jiang Yue continued, "This lady here is Zheng Duoduo; she primarily cultivates with the Evolution Method and Genetic Method, and her genetic superpower is perception. Her perceptual ability is very strong, almost comparable to the Divine Sense of a Mahayana Cultivator."

"Hello."

Beside him, a voluptuous woman with purple hair also greeted enthusiastically, wearing battle armor.

After they exchanged greetings, they were acquainted with each other.

Li Yi also learned that the overall strength of this Number Nine Task Force was relatively weak. During the last battlefield, the two experts, who were the core of the team, died in battle and did not return alive.

If not for the addition of Ye Jingtian and Li Yi, the team would barely be able to handle a Great Demon, lacking real combat capability. On the battlefield, they would only be a burden to other teams, so there was a reason for them being required to disband.

And while waiting for the time to arrive and personnel to gather.

At this moment, Jiang Yue spoke again, "Li Yi, Ye Jingtian, you both have the ability to kill a Great Demon independently. However, the battlefield situation will not be like this. Our enemies outnumber us, and their overall strength is stronger. Therefore, once we engage, we must use the fastest speed and strongest means to quickly kill the opponent and reduce their numbers."

"If this can’t be achieved, it means mission failure, and the price of failure is either heavy losses or team annihilation. So I hope you can remember this."

At this moment, he imparted some experience. Other things didn’t need to be said, but this point had to be made clear.

Many Evolvers who went to the battlefield failed to adapt to this and held back when they acted, failing to kill the opponent in the first instance. Once bogged down in a stalemate, the team would undoubtedly lose.

Their opponents were all Great Demons, Mahayana strong practitioners.

It was already quite good if Earth’s Evolvers were not instantly crushed during the first strike. To think of a stalemate was simply a fool’s dream. As long as the opponents withstood the first attack, the mission team’s nightmare would ensue.

"Attack with full power to kill the enemy quickly?" Li Yi immediately said upon hearing, "Alright, I will remember this."

Ye Jingtian also solemnly nodded beside him.

Although their strength is greater than Jiang Yue, Long Jie, and Zheng Duoduo, since they’re new here, they should heed the opinions of those who have been on the battlefield. After all, this concerns their own lives; it’s not a matter to be taken lightly.

Seeing the two people adopt such an attitude, Jiang Yue felt at ease.

As long as they’re open to advice, there is nothing to worry about. The real concern is those with some strength but who are arrogant and dismissive. Such people can be a nightmare for the entire team if they enter the battlefield.

During their casual chat,

More and more people gathered in the council hall, and suddenly, three exceptionally powerful auras appeared.

These three auras were as heavy as Mount Tai, making it almost impossible for people to breathe.

Li Yi was a bit shocked upon sensing this aura and immediately looked in the direction from which it originated.

He saw three middle-aged men in Zhongshan suits, striding in with solemn expressions, their steps vigorous and steady, their aura as deep as an abyss, making people tremble with fear.

"Very strong." Li Yi squinted slightly, observing the three middle-aged men.

He vaguely felt that the aura of these three men was connected with the entire world, as if carrying the mountains and rivers on their backs, with a massive qi fortune supporting them... Yes, qi fortune.

The reason for the strength of this aura was not in themselves but in the support of qi fortune.

Just like the incense fire support in the Incense Fire God World.

"These are the three top experts stationed at the Earth Defense Line; they are Wang Chengjun, Li Weiguo, and Zhang Xinghua," Jiang Yue said softly from the side: "Their strength is formidable, and together they can combat a Demon King."

"How is that possible? The revival of Earth’s Spiritual Energy hasn’t been that long, how could they be this strong?" Ye Jingtian was shocked, thinking even Li Yi’s strength was already exaggerated.

After all, even the most potential-filled Evolver requires time for cultivation.

With the revival of Spiritual Energy, following the Sky Tipping event, and to now... it’s only been a little over a decade, if not for the advantage of cross-boundary hybrid cultivation, it’s likely that evolvers wouldn’t even be able to match a Nascent Soul cultivator.

"They practice the Qi Fortune Technique, leveraging national destiny to enhance themselves. Their combat power is unparalleled, as long as the mountains and rivers still exist, as long as millions of Evolvers remain, they can continuously draw strength."

At that moment, another voice abruptly sounded from the side, it was He Zhiming standing with arms folded, looking at the three top experts.

"Qi Fortune Technique?" Li Yi’s eyes shifted slightly: "Does such a cultivation method exist?"

He Zhiming said: "Certainly, this cultivation method is an absolute secret, with no information leaked to the outside. If it weren’t for the joint invasion of powerful enemies from two major worlds, it is estimated that those who practice the Qi Fortune Technique would never show themselves in their lifetime."

"This is the last cornerstone and defense line of the country after Sky Tipping, nurtured by the power of the entire nation into a top-tier combat force."

"Unbelievable." Ye Jingtian said with some shock: "The authorities actually have such a hidden card."

Li Yi’s gaze shifted subtly: "The national destiny is limited, those practicing the Qi Fortune Technique must be limited in number, not many, and theoretically, the more concentrated the qi fortune, the stronger... these three should not be the strongest in the country."

He speculated based on the Incense Fire Skill.

Qi fortune and incense should be similar to each other.

"Hush."

He Zhiming immediately put a finger to his lips: "Don’t speculate wildly. Though we are all insiders, discussion about the Qi Fortune Technique is prohibited. All I can tell you is limited to this, even if you have some conjectures, you must not reveal them."

"Don’t worry, my lips are sealed, I won’t say a word," Li Yi said calmly.

However, he was deeply curious about this cultivation method.

If he could obtain it, going to the Four Seas and Eight Continents to become king or emperor, gathering the national fortune of the Four Seas and Eight Continents, his strength might be unimaginable. Moreover, not only the Four Seas and Eight Continents, but the End of Dharma Cultivation World could also gather national fortune.

His father becoming the Emperor Shenwu in the Incense Fire God World could also practice Evolution Methods, Incense Fire Skill, and this Qi Fortune Technique.

Only... this cultivation method carries endless troubles.

Once it spreads, wouldn’t everyone want to be emperor? That time, who knows what kind of chaos cross-boundary evolvers would cause.

No wonder this cultivation method is a secret, hidden so deeply.

This is Pandora’s Box, absolutely cannot be opened.

However, with Earth’s current situation, there is an urgent need for people to practice the Qi Fortune Technique to strengthen our power to defend our homeland, so the authorities will still arrange for some individuals to practice it secretly.

"Are these the top experts that can rival the Demon King?" Li Yi took a slight breath, calming his mind.

He wondered if he could withstand a single move in front of a Demon King-level expert now.

With these three top experts appearing, the crowd in the council hall gradually quieted down.

At this moment, a man in his fifties, accompanied by several people, appeared in the council hall. Among those who accompanied him was someone Li Yi knew, Xiao Jianguo.

"Hello, comrades, I am Zhao Yongshan, the chief person in charge of the Earth Defense Line," the middle-aged man said gravely.