My Longevity Simulation Chapter 1117: If There's a Grudge, It Must Be Avenged

"A branch of ours stands at the Blood-Colored Long River, still hidden from discovery."

"Should we manage to flee with our lives intact, we can meet up there."

"The power of the blood-colored long river possesses a special quality that ought to block the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance's pursuit effectively." Li Fan had prepared escape plans in advance. He shared this information with key figures in the Federation of All Worlds, including Liu Ruchen and Daoist Hundred Flowers.

Regarding the way the Spiritwood Realm's precise position got revealed, Li Fan held a vague suspicion deep inside.

Yet the moment for settling scores hadn't arrived.

Li Fan refrained from issuing harsh commands to battle until death instead of yielding.

Bound by the Faceless True Immortal's influence, surrender wasn't an option even if they desired it.

As inhabitants of the Spiritwood Realm geared up for a frantic escape attempt, the Holy Embryo Li Fan silently approached the statue of the Faceless True Immortal.

The statue served only as a container.

"Undoubtedly, though, He likely values His personal statue a bit more than regular followers."

"In reality, I could opt to toss the statue outward, forcing the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance to clash directly with the True Immortal's might. Yet..."

"Such a tactic works just once and can't be reused. Later, I plan to use Him against the Immortal of the Immortal Ruins."

Beneath the watchful eyes of the Holy Embryo Li Fan, the Faceless Statue surprisingly started becoming see-through.

Soon, it disappeared entirely.

The Nether Prison.

Li Fan stared blankly at the statue gradually forming from nothing in front of him.

Across the True Immortal's spreading network, His power flowed without hindrance.

The cultivation techniques and insights he earlier granted to Federation of All Worlds members traveled through this very channel.

This marked his initial effort to shift a tangible item.

"Should I decide to pledge complete loyalty to the Faceless True Immortal, surrendering fully to serve as His genuine envoy, then tapping into His immense strength, I might shift the whole Spiritwood Realm with mere willpower." Li Fan contemplated while eyeing the statue.

The statue's emergence stirred no alterations in the Nether Prison.

Once he secured the statue away, Li Fan, concealed inside, refocused on the Spiritwood Realm.

Federation of All Worlds members rushed to ready their withdrawal.

The Holy Embryo Li Fan, on the other hand, calmly arranged the arrays.

Feeling a presence emerge at his back, Li Fan's actions halted briefly.

"Lord Emissary... does it have to reach this point?"

The arrival was Lin Ling, the spirit of the massive tree within the Spiritwood Realm.

"When this array triggers, the entire Spiritwood Realm will probably turn to dust." Lin Ling gazed at the subtle silver patterns spreading over the ground and murmured, her complexion ashen.

Li Fan grinned: "This counts as a tactical retreat. Why allow the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance to claim this rich territory in the Spiritwood Realm without cost? Naturally, it needs destruction. Regarding you..."

"I've been distracted lately, but your skill with arrays has advanced notably. You can even spot the purpose of my array arrangement?" Li Fan's eyes scanned Lin Ling.

Lin Ling pressed her lips together: "I don't possess that skill. It's because I'm linked to the Spiritwood by heart. In this dire peril, I just sensed a subtle warning."

"One day, we'll reclaim this place, right? Even if we hand it over to the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance for the moment, so what? I trust that with Lord Emissary's guidance, that moment won't be distant."

No one could foresee the formerly clueless tree spirit now speaking such soothing words of counsel.

The Holy Embryo Li Fan's array setup faltered for an instant.

After quiet reflection, Li Fan inquired: "The Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance located our Spiritwood Realm so swiftly. A betrayer must lurk among us. Any suspicions?"

Lin Ling's frame shook violently, and she cried out in panic: "It wasn't me!"

Li Fan shot her a look: "If it had been you, would you remain here unharmed, chatting with me?"

Relief flooded Lin Ling at once, and she let out a deep sigh, slumping as if drained.

Through years of observing the Spiritwood Realm's growth from scratch and Li Fan's myriad tactics, she held zero intent to betray.

Against Li Fan, the folks in the outer Xuanhuang Realm appeared far more innocent.

Provoking the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance didn't always spell doom.

But crossing Li Fan...

Lin Ling dabbed at nonexistent perspiration on her brow, pondered briefly, and responded swiftly: “In truth, it might not involve a traitor within our Federation of All Worlds. The Spiritwood Realm's entry stays concealed, but it can't deceive every being.”

“For instance, I know of someone fully aware. Furthermore...”

Lin Ling stole a cautious peek at Li Fan, then whispered: “It appears to bear some resentment toward you.”

Li Fan's gaze sharpened right away: “You refer to the Earth Vein Ancient Tree?”

Lin Ling affirmed with a nod.

“Back when we were allies, he witnessed my repeated comings and goings from the Spiritwood Realm. Though ties severed afterward, the Spiritwood Realm's spot remained fixed. Plus, everywhere the earth veins extend falls under his watch...”

“Most importantly, I vaguely felt his observing gaze on us earlier. Yet since the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance struck, that prying look vanished completely. It's akin to a culprit evading scrutiny. If he hadn't spilled the secret, considering our feud, he'd surely revel in our downfall now.” Lin Ling reasoned step by step.

Li Fan gave a small nod upon hearing this.

“Well done. The Spiritwood Realm can hold for the time being.” The Holy Embryo Li Fan ceased the array's development.

“A student away for three days merits fresh respect. It would've been ideal if you'd pointed this out earlier.”

Li Fan praised Lin Ling while regarding her.

Excitement colored Lin Ling's cheeks brightly.

He sent Lin Ling off to aid the escape preparations. Li Fan then peered toward the horizon beyond the Spiritwood Realm.

"Heh, true to his forebears, holding grudges so fiercely."

"Conveniently, I share that trait."

Li Fan endorsed Lin Ling's conclusion.

After all, the Spiritwood Realm's access proved highly covert; few knew it. Ruling them out one by one narrowed the culprit fast.

As for Lin Ling possibly being the mole, crafting this analysis to deflect blame...

Li Fan relied on his instincts.

He also believed in his knack for judging character.

"Earth Vein Ancient Tree..."

"Growing arrogant by merging with the earth veins. Hmph."

In a flash, Li Fan devised a plan against him.

"The Ruomu tree craves the surface remnants of its ancient kin. Offering it a grand present could mend ties."

Still, confronting the Earth Vein Ancient Tree must await the next lifetime.

Li Fan recorded the grudge temporarily and lingered until Spiritwood Realm folks nearly finished readying.

He called Liu Ruchen and the rest once more.

"Once we burst free, trail after Tianyang."

"Assemble this array."

Li Fan gravely passed the array details to the Spiritwood Realm's people.