Let you simulate life, but you change fate every time?! Chapter 1038 - 546: Eighth Life: Profound Phoenix Void Divine Pill, Medicine God Sect’s Plan!

"Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan, these spoils were all gathered after we eradicated the Giant Whale Gang. Pray, take a look."

The scene was set within the City Lord’s Mansion.

Lu Yuan sat with composure in the central seat.

Beside him, City Lord Yang offered a grin as he presented a bulging Qiankun Bag to the guest.

"City Lord Yang, your consideration is noted."

Accepting the Qiankun Bag, Lu Yuan checked its contents with a brief burst of Divine Thought before tucking it away.

"Furthermore, our Medicine God Sect lacked proper governance in the past, leading to several offenses against you. Please accept this as a token of my sincere regrets."

As he spoke, Yang Yuan conjured a jade box from thin air.

Though the box was no larger than a palm, its intricate carvings suggested it was a masterpiece of craftsmanship, far from any mundane object.

The moment Yang Yuan unlatched the lid, the significance of the gift became clear.

A brilliant glow suddenly illuminated the chamber, and a potent, medicinal fragrance flooded the hall, thick enough to be tasted in the air.

Lu Yuan cast an eye toward the box, spotting a crimson Treasure Pill the size of a dragon’s pupil nestled inside.

It was perfectly spherical, smooth, and utterly flawless.

Across its surface, a web of Dao Patterns pulsed, forming a pattern that resembled a Fire Phoenix prepared for flight.

"A Profound Phoenix Void Divine Pill?"

Witnessing this, Lu Yuan felt a tremor of surprise, his stoic expression wavering.

Having utilized the Soul-Searching Technique on both Wei Jun and Wei Hu, he possessed a clear understanding of the rare Divine Pills and Treasure Medicines circulating in this realm.

As he recalled, this specific pill was concocted from the True Blood of a Profound Phoenix and thousands of rare Spirit Herbs and Treasures, requiring nearly a millennium to reach fruition.

At its moment of synthesis, it even drew down a Thunder Tribulation, demanding the raw energy of the heavens to achieve perfection.

The potency of the pill was staggering, bordering on the caliber of a true Divine Pill.

It held the power to elevate a Void Dao Saint Master by an entire minor Realm, devoid of any backlash or lingering complications.

Its value was simply incalculable; should the word of this pill leak out, it would undoubtedly drive every Void Dao Saint Master to madness.

"City Lord Yang, one should not accept gifts without performing a corresponding duty; this pill is far too valuable for Lu to accept so lightly."

With those words, Lu Yuan pulled his eyes away, declining the gift.

The news regarding the Divine Fire Sect’s cross-realm invasion was no secret; many major powers were already aware.

With the Medicine God Sect currently besieged by three Venerable, they were effectively lingering on the brink of annihilation.

By presenting such a priceless item now, it was obvious that Yang Yuan required Lu Yuan to intervene.

Still, despite the temptation of the pill, it certainly wasn’t sufficient to entice Lu Yuan into locking horns with three Ming Dao Venerable.

"You misunderstand, fellow Daoist. Our Medicine God Sect does have a Venerable on guard, and the Divine Fire Sect would take at least a year and a half to shatter our defenses."

"However, Xuandan City is one of the most vital hubs in the Profound Spirit Realm, making it a primary target for their crusade."

"I merely seek your aid in stalling the army when they eventually descend upon us."

Yang Yuan explained frantically, terrified that Lu Yuan might close the door on him.

As the epicenter of alchemy, Xuandan City was teeming with countless Heavenly Materials, Earthly Treasures, and rare medicines, making it an incredibly wealthy prize.

Yet, the city currently held only five Void Dao Saint Masters, a force hopelessly inadequate against the might of the Divine Fire Sect.

Should the city fall, the invaders would plunder its resources to rapidly bolster their own disciples.

At that stage, even the aid of a Ming Dao Venerable would be insufficient to stop the tide of the Divine Fire Sect’s forces.

This was the gamble Yang Yuan was forced to make—offering the Profound Phoenix Void Divine Pill in hopes of securing a peerless ally.

"You only require me to hold back a portion of their army?"

Lu Yuan weighed the proposition, finding the request surprisingly manageable.

He didn't betray his interest, keeping his features neutral while offering a playful remark.

"Wealth often corrupts the mind, as they say. Are you not worried, City Lord Yang, that after revealing the city's dire state so honestly, Lu might choose to align with the Divine Fire Sect to seize it instead?"

At this, the smile on Yang Yuan’s face turned weary as he shook his head in resignation.

Truthfully, he had debated this very scenario before presenting the pill.

Lu Yuan wielded power that stood unrivaled in Xuandan City.

If he chose to side with the invaders, nothing Yai Yang or the others could do would alter the outcome.

Yet, amidst this existential crisis, Yang Yuan had no choice but to trust the gamble.

"You jest, fellow Daoist; you risked yourself to protect those disciples from the Giant Whale Gang—a true, righteous path. I cannot believe you would act against your principles."

"Furthermore, the foundations of Xuandan City are built upon a massive reservoir of Earth Fire Power. If we push the trigger, even a Ming Dao Venerable would be consumed by the flames."

"If the end truly arrives, we have resolved to perish alongside them."

Yang Yuan conceded with a grim-faced smile.

The sect’s reputation was built on alchemy, and alchemy required the constant heat of Earth Fire.

Xuandan City was situated directly upon a massive volcanic vein, acting as a natural chimney for that immense Earth Fire Power.

Of course, they would only resort to total annihilation if all other options had been exhausted.

"Since you place such faith in me, City Lord Yang, I shall accept the pill."

"However, let it be understood: I will manage the Saint Master-level threats, but I will not engage the Ming Dao Venerable of the Divine Fire Sect to the bitter end."

Lu Yuan caught the hidden implication in the City Lord's offer and set his terms calmly.

Elation washed over Yang Yuan upon hearing this.

"Rest assured, fellow Daoist. Those three Venerable of the Divine Fire Sect are currently shackled by our sect’s defensive formation and cannot break free to strike at you directly."