Top-Class Comprehension: Start with Basic Fist Techniques Chapter 1357 - 398: Dao Field Collapses, Great Immortal Falls!

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Red Moon Great Immortal revealed that Lu Daxian and Longevity True Immortal were chosen to inherit his Dao Field. Despite the protests of other Immortals, Red Moon Great Immortal insisted on his decision and ordered everyone else to leave his Dao Field for three days before his body tribulation. Kong Yuan Daxian and the other Immortals reluctantly departed, leaving only Lu Changsheng, Lu Daxian, and Red Moon Great Immortal.

A surge of joy coursed through Lu Changsheng's heart.

To have the opportunity to witness such an event firsthand was something he deeply desired. He had never before observed a tribulation targeting a physical body and was eager to experience the true terror of the Five Declines of Heaven and Man.

Thus, Lu Changsheng and Great Immortal Lu remained in the hall, patiently awaiting the unfolding events.

Red Moon City was enveloped in tranquility. However, beyond its borders, a scene of palpable unrest brewed.

Upon departing Red Moon City, a chorus of angry curses erupted from numerous immortals. It was evident they felt considerable displeasure towards Great Immortal Red Moon.

"Hmph, I suspect Great Immortal Red Moon's days are numbered, which is why he's acting so high and mighty," grumbled one.

"What does Great Immortal Red Moon take us for? Summoning us when it suits him and discarding us when he's done," fumed another.

"Great Immortal Red Moon has truly crossed the line this time..."

Many immortals harbored deep resentment. Yet, their dissatisfaction remained just that – mere dissatisfaction.

Regardless of their grievances with Great Immortal Red Moon, what recourse did they truly have? Great Immortal Red Moon, on the brink of death himself, paid no heed to their sentiments.

Meanwhile, Great Immortal Kongyuan found himself surrounded by a faction of equally disgruntled immortals. They were clearly unwilling to accept their current predicament.

"Great Immortal Kongyuan, are we truly going to let this matter rest?" one asked.

"Indeed, to depart in such dejection is incredibly frustrating," added another.

"Great Immortal Kongyuan, do you have a plan?"

All eyes turned expectantly to Great Immortal Kongyuan, seeking a solution.

Great Immortal Kongyuan surveyed the assembled immortals before speaking deliberately. "Currently, Great Immortal Red Moon remains alive, and Red Moon City is his Dao Field. We cannot act against Red Moon City directly."

"But can Great Immortal Red Moon truly live forever? He is on the verge of the Tribulation of the Physical Body; it's unlikely he will survive."

"Once Great Immortal Red Moon perishes, the Red Moon Dojo will inevitably collapse. By then, Red Moon City will revert to being merely an ordinary city."

"Without Great Immortal Red Moon, do you truly believe Great Immortal Lu and Longevity True Immortal alone can safeguard Red Moon City?"

"Therefore, for now, we have but one course of action."

"And that is to wait!"

Great Immortal Kongyuan's words ignited hope in the eyes of many immortals. He was right; their only recourse was patience.

They needed to wait for Great Immortal Red Moon's demise and the extinguish of his Dao. Without his Dao Field and his presence, what could Lu Changsheng and Great Immortal Lu possibly achieve?

With so many immortals gathered, if they couldn't contend with Great Immortal Red Moon, surely they could deal with Great Immortal Lu and Lu Changsheng?

"Indeed, we've traveled so far; how can we possibly leave empty-handed and defeated?"

"Then we shall wait! Our opportunity will arise the moment Great Immortal Red Moon breathes his last."

"While he lives, we are powerless. But once he is gone, can we not handle one Great Immortal and one True Immortal?"

In that moment, a unified resolve formed among the multitude of immortals.

Great Immortal Kongyuan nodded in agreement. He then led the group away from the vicinity of Red Moon City.

This strategic withdrawal was intended to avoid raising the suspicions of Great Immortal Red Moon or provoking him into preemptive action. They were choosing to evade conflict for the time being.

Their focus was solely on awaiting the outcome of Great Immortal Red Moon's tribulation. Should he fail to overcome the Tribulation of the Physical Body, they would strike without hesitation!

Unbeknownst to them, Great Immortal Red Moon was fully aware of the brewing sentiment outside Red Moon City. He understood that some immortals were anticipating his death to make their move.

However, there was little he could do about it. He had already placed his trust in Lu Changsheng and Great Immortal Lu to oversee Red Moon City. If he were to perish, its fate would fall to them.

Whether they could hold onto Red Moon City would ultimately depend on their own capabilities.

Not only was Great Immortal Red Moon cognizant of the situation, but Great Immortal Lu and Lu Changsheng were also keenly aware of the impending threat.

Great Immortal Lu's expression was grave as he addressed Lu Changsheng. "Fellow Daoist Lu, those immortals lurking outside will not abandon their intentions. They are all poised to seize an opportunity."

Lu Changsheng remained unfazed, responding with calm assurance. "Great Immortal Lu, did we not already discuss this very scenario?"

"Great Immortal Red Moon may hold them at bay for now, but his influence is finite! Once he is gone, we will confront those immortals, and then it shall truly be a matter of strength."

Great Immortal Lu opened his mouth to speak but ultimately remained silent. It was true; they had indeed contemplated such an outcome.

During their prior discussions, an alternative contingency plan was established: if faced with an insurmountable force, they would retreat immediately.

Engaging in a battle they could not win was simply not worth the cost. After all, their sole purpose in coming to Red Moon City was for personal gain. If their lives were on the line, the endeavor would cease to be worthwhile.

However, a complete abandonment without resistance was also out of the question. In the end, a confrontation seemed inevitable.

Alas, both of their Dao Fields lay a great distance away, rendering them unusable.

In the same vein, the other immortals found themselves unable to access their respective Dao Fields.

"Then we shall wait," one declared.

"However, we do possess one significant advantage," another chimed in.

"The advantage lies in our proximity. The moment Great Immortal Red Moon succumbs, we can seize the treasures of Red Moon City. Even if we ultimately fail to defend the city, we will still reap substantial benefits."

Great Immortal Lu voiced this strategic calculation.

Regardless of the outcome, they held a positional edge.

Lu Changsheng offered no affirmation nor dissent to these words.

Truthfully, the idea of abandoning Red Moon City had not crossed his mind.

A multitude of treasures within the city could not be swiftly relocated.

This implied a direct confrontation with those very immortals.

When no one could call upon their Dao Fields, the situation would devolve into a pure test of might!

And what Lu Changsheng was about to face was no mere True Immortal.

It was a Great Immortal!

Yet, for reasons inexplicable to him.

A surge of eager anticipation began to course through Lu Changsheng's usually serene heart.

It felt as though he hadn't experienced such a thrill in a very, very long time.

"Perhaps, tranquil cultivation simply isn't my inherent nature," he mused.

"My destined path is one of clashing against the heavens and the earth..."

A profound realization dawned upon Lu Changsheng.