eurekapd Chapter 1761: Incapable of doing anything else
Chapter 1761: Incapable of doing anything else
Jinman's gaze was serious: "The spiritual veins here are related to nearly 30% of the spiritual energy supply in the Eastern Region. Once polluted, the consequences will be unimaginable. We must clean it up as soon as possible, and the methods must be extremely delicate. We cannot disturb the mother spore, nor can we damage the root of the spiritual vein."
She noted down the detailed coordinates and energy characteristics of Flowing Wind Valley, then switched the view again.
"North Plains, Blackwater City."
A colossal city, built on a vast tundra, appeared in the sky, constructed of a special dark black stone that stood out starkly against the snowy landscape.
In the center of the city are several huge wells, which are the most important water source for the entire city and the surrounding tribes.
The Observatory's perspective penetrated the strata and locked onto the depths of the three main wells.
In the frigid groundwater, three dark red crystals, no bigger than a fingernail and almost indistinguishable in color from the surrounding rocks, lay silently in the most hidden crevice at the bottom of the well. Their surfaces were covered with self-concealing runes, emitting almost no energy fluctuations.
“Concentrated Spirit-Devouring Plague Crystals,” Jinman frowned even more deeply, “They trigger automatically upon encountering a large amount of living beings' blood and energy… Blackwater City is an important trading hub and gathering place for cultivators in the Northern Plains, with a dense population. Once an outbreak occurs…”
In the scene, a group of monks are passing by the well, chatting and laughing as they draw water.
Beneath the seemingly calm well water lurks a terrifying killing intent capable of devouring all the living beings in the city.
“This place poses the greatest hidden danger and is the most uncontrollable.” Ji Zhou’s tone was solemn. “The triggering conditions are too passive. Any large-scale conflict, sacrifice, or even a monster attack on the city could trigger a disaster. It must be dealt with as a priority.”
Kingman took a deep breath, memorized the situation in Blackwater City, and finally switched to the third location.
"Western Regions, on the edge of the desert, the ruins of an ancient teleportation array."
The scene unfolds to reveal an ancient ruin, eroded by wind and sand for countless years.
Broken stone pillars and tattered runic stone slabs are half-buried in the yellow sand, desolate and silent.
The Observation Mirror probed deep into the ruins, about thirty feet underground. There, a complex array plate constructed of some kind of dark metal was buried deep, and dozens of demonic beast blood crystals emitting an ominous bloody light were piled around the array plate.
"The core array of the Yin Fire Spreading Technique," Jinman's voice was chilling, "once activated, the fire will spread along the earth's veins and be difficult to extinguish... The Western Regions are already arid and the earth's veins are fragile. If this technique ignites them, I'm afraid most of the earth's fire veins in the Western Regions will go out of control and form an inextinguishable raging fire."
She turned off the screen, turned to look at Jizhou, her eyes filled with unprecedented solemnity: "Three hidden dangers, each more dangerous than the last. Flowing Wind Valley requires meticulous work, Blackwater City needs to be dealt with quickly to prevent accidents, and the ancient teleportation array ruins must be completely destroyed without causing any ley line disturbance. If any one of them is not handled properly, it will be a catastrophe."
Ji Zhou nodded: "We can't handle it all on our own. As for the four major sects..."
Before the words were even finished, the communication array at the edge of the platform lit up with intense light one after another!
The first flash of silver light transformed into the steady voice of Sect Master Ye of Qingfeng Yumen: "Vice Sect Master Jinman, the secret message has been received. Liufeng Valley is located at the border between our sect and Zixiao Jingyuan. I have contacted Sect Master Lin, and we will immediately select elders skilled in wind-type formations and spiritual vein guidance to form a joint team. We will depart for Liufeng Valley in half an hour."
"The power of the wind spirit may temporarily bind and guide the energy of the mother spore, buying time for subsequent purification. However, complete purification of the spiritual veins still requires professional expertise."
The second beam of azure light followed closely behind, accompanied by the clear, cold voice of Sect Master Lin of Zixiao Pure Courtyard: "I agree with Sect Master Ye's plan. Our academy will send three elders proficient in the Golden Fire Attack Formation to participate. If the mother spore shows any unusual activity, the power of the Golden Fire can be used to construct a melting defense line on the periphery to prevent the pollution from spreading instantly."
"Furthermore, Blackwater City is located in the Northern Plains, which falls within the traditional sphere of influence of our sect. Our academy already has a team of law enforcement disciples on a mission nearby. They can immediately turn to Blackwater City to monitor it first, and notify the local city lord's mansion to secretly cooperate in controlling the well area and prohibiting large-scale gatherings of people."
"However, completely eliminating the plague crystals at the bottom of the well requires the ultimate purification power. Sect Master Mu of the Heaven-Mending Holy Sect, this matter is probably beyond the capabilities of your sect."
A third beam of azure light appeared, and Sect Master Mu's voice rang out, carrying his usual clarity and decisiveness: "The plague crystals of Blackwater City should indeed be dealt with by my Heaven-Mending Holy Sect. Our sect's cultivation techniques originate from the auspicious crane, naturally restraining filth and plague, and the Pure Source Holy Water is the nemesis of such evil poisons."
"I have personally selected five elders who are proficient in purification formations, and they will take the Nine Transformation Furnace and the Pure Source Holy Water to the Northern Plains immediately via the teleportation array. They are expected to arrive at Blackwater City within two hours."
The fourth beam of light finally appeared, and the steady voice of Sect Master Chu of the Xuantian Sect rang out without the slightest hesitation: "The Yin Fire Array Plate beneath the ruins of the ancient teleportation array in the Western Regions shall be handed over to my Xuantian Sect. Our sect's water-based techniques excel at controlling water and suppressing fire, as well as stabilizing the earth's veins. I will personally lead elders skilled in water elemental sealing and earth vein reinforcement to the site. We will first use the Xuan Water Grand Array to isolate and suppress the fire nature of the array plate before safely dismantling it and reinforcing the surrounding earth veins to prevent future troubles."
The swiftness of the four sect leaders' reactions, their decisiveness, and their seamless cooperation brought a slight sense of relief to both Jinman and Jizhou.
As expected of a top sect in the Spirit Realm, they did not hesitate or shirk responsibility in the face of such a threat.
Jinman immediately responded through the communication array: "Wanchuan Sect thanks all the sect leaders for their great help! Elder Jizhou will carry the sect's specially made void positioning talisman and spatial stabilizing anchor to the ancient teleportation array ruins to assist Sect Leader Chu in his actions and ensure the stability of the earth veins during the clearing process."
"I will personally go to Blackwater City to meet with Sect Master Mu and deal with the Plague Poison Crystal. As for Flowing Wind Valley, I will leave it entirely to Sect Master Ye and Sect Master Lin."
"it is good!"
"A word is settled!"
"There's no time to lose, let's act immediately!"
The light from the communication device went out one after another.
Jinman looked at Jizhou: "Jizhou, prepare immediately, gather all your belongings, and go directly to the Western Regions border through the sect's secret teleportation array to meet up with the people from Xuantian Sect. Remember, everything should be done with caution, as that array plate may have unknown protection or self-destruct mechanisms."
"Understood." Ji Zhou clasped his hands in a fist salute, turned around and quickly left, his figure disappearing swiftly into the passage leading to the teleportation array at the edge of the platform.
Jin Man looked at the main control array of the Heavenly Mirror, tapped her finger, and the screen switched to the scene inside the Wan Chuan Sect.
She found Ah Xiong at a newly built training ground on the back mountain, grimacing as he applied medicine to his shoulder while spitting as he boasted to the disciples who had gathered around him how he had punched the traitorous dog's head off.
"Ah Xiong." Jin Man's voice entered Ah Xiong's ears directly through the array.
Ah Xiong snapped out of his daze, immediately dropping his playful grin and addressing the air with a serious expression: "Sister Jinman! What are your orders?"
"Jizhou and I need to leave immediately to handle important matters. You will temporarily take charge of the sect's internal affairs. There are a few things you must do well."