Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World Chapter 1220 - 561: Li Changsheng’s Path to Longevity, Catastrophe Erupts

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Previously on Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World...
Jiang Fan's stats have increased dramatically, particularly his lifespan, which now reaches ten million years. His cultivation has progressed to the first layer of the Integration Stage, and his talismans have become more skilled. He receives a destiny hint about the demons attacking the Great Xuan Dynasty, suggesting the Cyan Stone Demon Cave as a potential opportunity to acquire treasures.
At this time, within the Yunhe Kingdom's Cloud Crane City. Li Changsheng can be found residing in a particular courtyard in Cloud Crane City. As a valued member of the Mixed Element Alliance, he has naturally accumulated a considerable sum of Spirit Stones thanks to the organization's benefits. In essence, his financial standing is quite robust, potentially rivaling that of a Void Refining Cultivator. Furthermore, after dedicating many years to his cultivation journey, he has successfully ascended to the Nascent Soul Level. While this stage of cultivation might not seem significant within the grand scale of the Great Xuan Dynasty, it at least marks a transition into spiritual maturity, signifying adulthood. At minimum, it grants him a certain degree of capacity to protect himself. Currently, he is engrossed in perusing various posts on the Mixed Element Forum. This is due to an exceptionally critical juncture facing the Great Xuan Dynasty, causing widespread anxiety among its members. "Oh dear, oh dear, it seems all is lost now. The demonic hordes have descended upon my city, Ice Pool City. Their assault is relentlessly fierce. Fellow cultivators, is there any possibility of rendering assistance? If this onslaught persists, Ice Pool City will undoubtedly be utterly annihilated." "Rescue? Rescue my foot! In my current location, Firebird City, we are also facing a brutal onslaught from the demons. A mighty Integration Great Power is locked in a fierce aerial combat with a formidable Combined Demon. I fear the end is nigh." "Impossible, how can so many cities be simultaneously besieged by demons? Could this signify the commencement of a full-scale invasion against our Human Race? What course of action should we adopt now?" "What about the imperial capital? Is there any hope for reinforcements from the powers situated there?" "Alas, even the imperial capital offers no easy solution. The influential figures there are presently engaged in confronting Mahayana Level demons. If not for their steadfast defense, numerous cities would have already succumbed. All that remains is for us to rely on our own strength." "Flee. Observing the current circumstances, our only recourse appears to be escape. Continuing on this path will inevitably lead to our demise." "Heh, given the prevailing situation, where exactly could we possibly escape to? The vast wilderness is essentially the demons' domain. If we remain within the confines of the cities, there might be a faint glimmer of survival. Yet, venturing into the wilderness, we might not endure even three days." "Haha, I harbor no such worries. Not long ago, I expended a substantial amount of Contribution Points to acquire a Heaven-Reaching Bridge Talisman and have already identified a suitable sanctuary. Should any unforeseen calamity strike, I can instantly teleport away." "Truly, a potent talisman meticulously crafted by our esteemed Alliance Leader. It is fortunate indeed that we are members of the Mixed Element Alliance; otherwise, we might find ourselves in the same predicament as countless other cultivators, perishing without even grasping the cause." Numerous members of the Mixed Element Alliance engage in discussions regarding the unfolding crisis, their sentiments tinged with profound regret. They had never envisioned the situation escalating to such dire proportions, far exceeding their most extreme projections. Fortunately, they had undertaken extensive preparations beforehand. Should the circumstances truly become irrecoverable, they would undoubtedly be compelled to seek refuge elsewhere. After all, their current strength is insufficient; remaining would offer no meaningful advantage. However, they possess a distinct edge over other cultivators: the unwavering support and resources of the Mixed Element Alliance. Consequently, their prospects for survival are inherently higher compared to those outside the alliance. "Is the situation truly this perilous? It appears that cities across the Great Xuan Dynasty are simultaneously under assault from hordes of demons." "It is highly probable that Cloud Crane City will not be spared from this fate." "This is because, in close proximity to Cloud Crane City, lies a notorious Demon Cave." "Should they initiate a full-scale assault, Cloud Crane City could be overrun in an instant." "What utter nonsense! The Seven-Colored Life Chart of Eternal Longevity is completely useless." "When the true apocalypse unfolds, you may still meet your end." Upon witnessing the posts circulating on the Mixed Element Forum, Li Changsheng instinctively clenched his fists. He felt an immense sense of gratitude for having joined the Mixed Element Alliance, enabling him to receive crucial updates from across the Great Xuan Dynasty, thereby empowering him to enact preemptive measures. Had he remained a naive cultivator within Cloud Crane City, ignorant of the impending doom, he would likely have been annihilated by the demons. Yet, the burden of possessing such extensive knowledge sometimes weighed heavily, and in this moment, he felt a profound sense of melancholy. During times of peace, he could have remained comfortably within the Spirit Ruins Realm, dedicating himself to cultivation. Even if he cultivated for an eternity, achieving immortality would have been a certainty. But these are not times of peace; the entire Spirit Ruins Realm is under invasion by demonic forces, inflicting devastating blows upon both the Human and Demon Races, leading to vast territories being transformed into the Demon Realm. If this trajectory continues, the Spirit Ruins Realm itself may cease to be a habitable place for humans. In such dire circumstances, what purpose would infinite lifespan serve? If surrounded by demons, it would ultimately lead to death. After all, he possesses only Eternal Longevity, not Immortal Undeath. If confronted by overwhelmingly powerful adversaries, they could still bring about his demise."However, if demons were to actually assault Cloud Crane City, survival might just be possible." "A tunnel has already been excavated by me, extending deep into the earth, potentially thousands, even tens of thousands of meters." "At that crucial moment, I can conceal myself within these subterranean depths, thereby evading the calamity unleashed by the demons." "Furthermore, I have attained a state where sustenance is unnecessary; I can subsist purely on the absorption of Spiritual Qi." "By remaining concealed underground for centuries or millennia, the disaster will undoubtedly pass." Li Changsheng's gaze darted, a thoughtful glint within his eyes. This contingency plan represented his ultimate resort for evasion. After all, even formidable demons would find it impossible to burrow so deep. Only his singular Life Chart granted him the ability to endure such prolonged concealment. In essence, regular cultivators would exhaust their lifespans long before the danger subsided. This very rationale underpinned his reluctance to journey to the imperial capital. That place teemed with an abundance of powerful individuals within the Great Xuan Dynasty, where even the slightest anomaly could be detected by vigilant cultivators. Remaining in Cloud Crane City, enjoying a tranquil existence, seemed infinitely preferable.