Chapter 1397: The Heaven-Shaking Divine Bell

"We obey the Sect Master's decree!"

The hall masters bowed in unison and accepted the order.

𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

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Hehe.

" Saint Lady Hui Yue's phoenix eyes brimmed with killing intent. "Those barbarians dare to stir up chaos in the Dongling Region again and again! Do they truly think our Sacred Land has no one left to stand against them?"

"Sect Master, I am willing to lead a team and head to the Land of War in person!"

The Hall Master of the Tempest Wind Hall rose abruptly, anger flickering across his face. The barbarians had gone too far!

Sacred Emperor Tian Yuan gave a slight nod. "Very well. With Junior Brother Zuo going to reinforce the Land of War, I can rest easier."

"Sect Master, Bi Luo is fully prepared as well and awaits your command."

Saint Lady Bi Luo, Hall Master of the Earth Spirit Hall, who had remained silent until now, finally spoke.

The moment she opened her mouth, the Hall Master of the Profound Thunder Hall immediately stepped forward. "Sect Master, allow me to go as well!"

Sacred Emperor Tian Yuan looked over the three hall masters of Wind, Thunder, and Earth, then nodded. "Good. The barbarians are advancing fiercely and have already slain three Great Emperors of our Sacred Land. This time, the Tempest Wind, Earth Spirit, and Profound Thunder Halls will take the lead and rush to reinforce the Land of War at once."

"Additionally, whoever renders the greatest merit in the Land of War, whether disciple or elder, may request one favor from this seat!"

A promise from the Sect Master of the Dongling Immortal Pool carried immense weight. It was no less valuable than a great opportunity.

The hall masters understood at once. Sacred Emperor Tian Yuan clearly intended to use this barbarian invasion as a test, selecting a disciple of exceptional talent and courage to take as a direct disciple.

Once this Super A-rank mission was announced, it would undoubtedly shake the entire Dongling Immortal Pool. The disciples' morale would surge without question.

"The remaining halls will guard the sect. Notify all affiliated forces to heighten their defenses and prevent the Blood Shadow Alliance from exploiting the situation!"

Sacred Emperor Tian Yuan issued each command calmly and methodically. As the leader of a great sect, he possessed the composure to remain unshaken even if Mount Tai collapsed before him.

"Sect Master!"

Saint Lady Hui Yue's eyes burned with chilling intent. "Our Dongling Immortal Pool has never tolerated humiliation. Grant me permission to go to the Land of War. I will give them a surprise. If they kill one of ours, I will repay them tenfold!"

For a hall master of such status to propose personally infiltrating the enemy's stronghold was something few would dare consider.

Yet with her "Moon Goddess Dream Descent" technique, as long as she approached the barbarian base, assassinating one of their Great Emperors would not be difficult.

Sacred Emperor Tian Yuan pondered briefly, then nodded. "In that case, Junior Sister, you must be careful."

Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!

In the next instant, figures vanished from the grand hall one after another, each departing to make preparations.

As for Ling Feng, he had long been forgotten.

At a moment when the sect's survival hung in the balance, a mere outer sect disciple was insignificant.

Ling Feng himself remained completely unaware that his name had even been mentioned among the upper echelons.

By now, his injuries had fully healed. He was instead troubled by his inability to secure a satisfactory sect mission.

Then suddenly—

Clang~ Clang~

A deep and distant bell echoed without warning, its resonance spreading across both Heaven and Earth Realms.

Ling Feng frowned slightly. "What is going on?"

Li Fei shot to her feet, her expression grave. "Quick. That is the sect's Heaven-Shaking Divine Bell. It is only struck when something of the highest importance occurs. Every disciple remaining within the sect, except for the Ten Young Emperors, must gather within an hour!"

Ning Guichen and Lin Mu's expressions grew serious as well. Clearly, the meaning of that bell was extraordinary.

Ling Feng rubbed the bridge of his nose. Though still confused, he followed them toward a vast central square in the Earth Realm.

Disciples from both the Heaven and Earth Realms poured toward the same location. In nearly a century, this was the first time the Dongling Immortal Pool had sounded the Heaven-Shaking Divine Bell. The usually tranquil grounds were now filled with figures streaking through the air in frantic haste, occasionally colliding midflight.

When Ling Feng arrived at the square, he could not help drawing in a sharp breath.

"These are all disciples of our sect?"

He scanned the sea of heads before him in disbelief.

The square was packed beyond measure, voices roaring like boiling water. Ling Feng had never realized the Dongling Immortal Pool housed so many disciples!

Ning Guichen explained, "Junior Brother Ling, you may not know this. The Dongling Immortal Pool has stood in the Dongling Region for ten thousand years. Through generations of accumulation, it has cultivated countless disciples. More than fifty thousand remain within the sect alone. If you include those training outside or those who have established their own branches, the number exceeds five hundred thousand!"

Ling Feng's eyelids twitched. In a sense, whether it was Moxue Mountain Manor or the Mu Family of Mu Yunyang, they were all external branches of the Dongling Immortal Pool. If all were summoned back, the total might surpass a million.

This was the true foundation of the foremost Sacred Land of the human race in the Dongling Region!

"What could have happened for them to strike the Heaven-Shaking Divine Bell?"

"My heavens. I have been in the Dongling Immortal Pool for years and this is the first time I have seen so many senior brothers and sisters gathered together."

"Even the inner sect disciples have descended to the Earth Realm. This is definitely something enormous!"

"..."

The vast square buzzed with murmurs and speculation. Everyone wondered what major event the sect was about to announce.

After considerable effort, Ling Feng and his group found a place to stand. Even in the dense crowd, they spotted several familiar faces.

Princess Qian Ling, Xu Xinghe, and Zhuo Yang were all present, their expressions filled with confusion.

Many of the top thirty experts in the sect had also appeared. Each stood apart with an overwhelming aura that kept ordinary disciples at a respectful distance.

However, none of the Ten Young Emperors had shown themselves. Their status was comparable to that of senior elders. They had likely already received direct notice from the hall masters and were treated differently from ordinary disciples.

As Ling Feng looked around, he suddenly sensed a resentful gaze.

Turning his head, he found Yuwen Changkong staring at him!

Yuwen Changkong had spent a Nine Revolutions Heaven Stealing Pill only to obtain a "half-ruined" soul jade. Bound by Fairy Qingping's order, he had not dared to seek revenge. Only heaven knew how he had endured these past few days.

Now that he saw Ling Feng again, how could he not burn with hatred?

Ling Feng glanced at him indifferently. The man had foolishly delivered a treasure into his hands of his own accord. Was he supposed to refuse?

If Yuwen Changkong behaved himself, Ling Feng would pretend not to see him. If he chose to stir trouble, he would have to taste some suffering.

Swoosh!

At that moment, the sound of robes slicing through the air rang out.

The Hall Master of the Tempest Wind Hall descended upon the Earth Realm, hovering in midair. Boundless aura swept outward. The vast gale currents seemed like toys in his grasp.

"It is our Tempest Wind Hall Master, Zuo Feiqing!"

Several inner sect disciples of the Tempest Wind Hall cried out in recognition.

"A peak Great Emperor expert!"

Ling Feng felt a chill in his heart. Though this man's aura was slightly weaker than Saint Lady Hui Yue's, the difference was minimal.

Within the Dongling Immortal Pool, there were eight hall masters, one sect master, and three Half-Saints.

Such a foundation was truly terrifying!