Chapter 1200: The Only Chance

What's going on?

Wasn't this supposed to be the part where we exchange harsh words? Why is everyone suddenly talking about working together?

Yi Feng was suddenly thrown into confusion.

The classic lines he had prepared were stuck in his throat.

Watching the island lord clasp his fists, Yi Feng blinked in bewilderment.

"Work together on what?"

Shi Tianchuan glanced at the other big shots out of the corner of his eye, gritted his teeth, and responded as if he had made a huge decision.

"Mr. Yi."

"As an outsider, you have stepped forward for this righteous cause. As the island lord, how could I let you face the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan alone? If this were to spread, wouldn't it make the entire world laugh at us?"

"Today, I am willing to stand with you, Mr. Yi, and face the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan together!"

Yi Feng's eyes widened in shock.

No way...

This old island lord, wasn't he once their loyal lackey? How could he suddenly switch sides like this? What kind of logic is this, coming to my side at such a critical moment?

He hadn't resisted for tens of thousands of years, so why is he suddenly so fired up?

Yi Feng was completely baffled.

The surrounding big shots, however, were trembling inside!

None of them were pushovers.

From Yi Feng's actions earlier, their shock had been growing wave after wave, and their understanding of his cultivation and intentions was constantly being refreshed.

Originally, the big shots had already guessed most of it.

Now, seeing the island lord decisively take a stand, they were even more convinced of their thoughts!

This gentleman must have the confidence to stand against the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan. Some of his deliberate actions were clearly aimed at fighting them, to bring freedom to the cultivators of the East Sea in the future!

Who said humanity has no big shots?

In the past, they were no match for the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan and had no choice but to endure.

It was truly a matter of circumstance.

But now, with someone like Mr. Yi as an ally, they had to take the risk!

Everyone present was a tough character.

With their level of cultivation and status, who would willingly be a slave to the mermaids? On the surface, they were respectful and obedient, but deep down, they had cursed the mermaids' ancestors countless times.

For tens of thousands of years, rare talents had been ruined by the mermaids, leaving many big shots without even a suitable cultivation partner. Their resentment and humiliation ran deep!

As Shi Tianchuan, the old fox, made his stance clear.

The big shots, exchanging silent glances, also clenched their teeth and clasped their fists one after another!

"The island lord speaks wisely! We are also willing to stand with Mr. Yi!"

"Damn it! I've had enough of the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan. Today, I'm rebelling!"

"We are willing to lend Mr. Yi a hand!"

"Let's take them down!"

"Screw the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan! I curse their ancestors!"

In just a few moments.

Dozens of people had voiced their support, their firm words gradually turning into curses. Years of pent-up frustration finally erupted, and the atmosphere around them became charged with anger!

Seeing so many seniors cursing up a storm.

The female cultivators present didn't find it crude. Instead, they felt a surge of excitement, finally witnessing the kind of fighting spirit cultivators should have. It was an indescribable sense of relief and vindication, and they too clenched their fists and shouted!

"We are willing to assist Mr. Yi in standing against the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan!"

Everyone knew.

A figure like Mr. Yi was almost like a legend, something you only heard about in stories. To have the chance to meet him in person was incredibly rare!

For tens of thousands of years.

The Black Island had also produced some exceptionally talented individuals, but none could compare to this gentleman in terms of cultivation and demeanor.

If they missed such an ally, they would regret it for the rest of their lives!

This was the only chance to stand against the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan!

The entire hall was filled with passionate voices.

Whether it was the white-haired big shots or the less experienced female cultivators, everyone was fired up. Years of pent-up frustration, like dry tinder, had been ignited by Shi Tianchuan's declaration!

Even Lu Caiwei, who had once been an outsider, was swept up in the emotion. She quietly gazed at Mr. Yi, her beautiful eyes filled with admiration.

As the surrounding shouts surged like a tide.

Yi Feng stood dumbfounded in the middle, suddenly at a loss.

What the hell...

He just wanted to die!

Couldn't these people just follow the usual brainless novel script?

First, exchange harsh words, then inform the mermaids, and eventually fight a big battle. That's what the villain's lackeys are supposed to do!

But no, they had to go all热血反抗 (hot-blooded rebellion) at this critical moment.

This is just causing trouble!

He just wanted to die; who asked for their help?

Yi Feng felt a headache coming on and almost couldn't help but curse.

But seeing the crowd so fired up, finally showing some fighting spirit, he felt a bit relieved. If even this kind of热血 (hot-bloodedness) was missing, they would truly be hopeless walking corpses.

Although he had no real connection to these people and wasn't some saint, compared to those mermaids, he would definitely side with humanity.

The situation was unexpected, but it wasn't necessarily a bad thing.

As fellow humans, Yi Feng hoped these people would have some backbone and self-respect.

Seeing countless eager eyes focused on him, it was clear that revenge was the collective desire.

He had no choice but to nod.

"Alright."

After all, the mermaids were ridiculously strong. These people probably wouldn't be much help. Even if they were a bit unexpectedly热血 (hot-blooded), it shouldn't affect the overall situation.

His casual agreement immediately caused a stir in the hall!

Dozens of big shots exchanged excited glances, their eyes filled with fighting spirit.

Island Lord Shi Tianchuan stepped forward, clasped his fists, and smiled warmly.

"Thank you, sir!"

"We will spare no effort to assist you in resisting the enemy and washing away the humiliation of tens of thousands of years!"

As he spoke, Shi Tianchuan introduced the old man beside him.

"Sir, this is my sworn brother, Feng Rudao, the chief alchemist of Black Island and the master of the Heavenly Fire Sect. If you have any needs, Brother Feng will do his utmost to assist you!"

"This is Zhao Rumo, the sect master of the Hundred Refinements Heavenly Sect, a master of forging divine weapons!"

"This is..."

Under the respectful introductions, several old men bowed one after another.

Including the five elders of the Ten Thousand Treasures Pavilion, almost all the top big shots of Black Island came forward to pay their respects, expressing their full support. United in purpose, Black Island had never been more united!

Only Yi Feng remained unmoved.

Seeing everyone's fighting spirit awakened, he felt only a slight sense of relief. He played along with this declaration meeting, knowing that the process might have changed slightly, but the outcome would still be the same.

As long as he died, everything would be resolved smoothly. If it made the old men on the island happy, it was a good deed done.

After meeting with several big shots.

Yi Feng was warmly invited by the island lord to the Black Island's main hall to discuss strategies.

Apart from the two women from the Lu family, the room was filled with top-tier big shots, a gathering of the East Sea's most prominent figures. The entire hall waited in anticipation.

Such a formidable gathering was something Lu Xinlan would never have had the chance to participate in before.

Seated side by side in the main seats, Yi Feng had become the focal point of the hall. Even Island Lord Shi Tianchuan seemed somewhat overshadowed.

But Shi Tianchuan didn't mind, also bowing respectfully.

"Sir."

"I boldly request that you become the East Sea's first guest elder, leading this counterattack. All the resources of the islands are at your disposal, and we await your grand strategy!"

With a solemn tone, the entire hall stood up and clasped their fists!

Several female cultivators looked on with admiration.

"We await your command, sir!"

Yi Feng had never seen such a scene before.

He had experience founding a sect and could be considered a sect master, but his subordinates were mostly elderly folks, and his disciples were all hopeless. As for those troublesome ones, well, let's not even go there...

Meetings in his sect were more like village gossip sessions, nothing compared to today's gathering.

Suddenly becoming the backbone of the East Sea, Yi Feng didn't know how to respond.

He had no grand strategy. He couldn't just blurt out that he only wanted to die.

After a long silence.

He finally uttered one word.

"Wait."

Hearing this, all the big shots in the hall nodded in admiration!