Chapter 1386: Reunion Of Old Friends

Everything went as Long Tian had anticipated. The plan proceeded smoothly, and after witnessing numerous miraculous methods and obtaining several ancient human treasures, everyone had completely placed their trust in him.

Within moments, expressions of gratitude filled the air.

"The kindness of the Star Lord will forever be engraved in my heart!"

"Indeed, we are all cultivators of Yunxing. Serving Yunxing is our duty!"

"With the Star Lord's guidance, we will dedicate our lives to restoring Yunxing's glory. Otherwise, we would be worse than pigs and dogs!"

Even the ancient sage, Luo Hongfei, believed that Yunxing was on the verge of a resurgence, his face filled with longing. The others carefully stored their ancient treasures, their excitement evident.

Everyone had obtained treasures as they wished, no longer needing to kowtow to Zui Wuyu and his fellow disciples. Moreover, these treasures were bestowed by the Star Lord himself, surely far superior to those two ancient swords!

At this thought, the expressions of gratitude became even more fervent and heartfelt.

Zui Wuyu and his fellow disciples, who had also stumbled upon two treasures, were naturally thrilled. They were deeply impressed by the mysterious Star Lord and joined in with respectful bows.

"Star Lord, if there is ever a need for our service, we will not hesitate to give our lives!"

Watching everyone bow and pledge their loyalty, Yun Tian's eyes revealed a sense of satisfaction.

"Good, very good."

He had gone to great lengths, all for this moment. Finally, he had won over the cultivators of Yunxing. The effort had been worth it, and now it was time to move on to the second phase of the plan.

Long Tian couldn't help but let a slight smile creep onto his lips, nearly revealing his inner triumph. Fortunately, his profound composure allowed him to mask it with a laugh, adopting an expression full of hope, as if he were gazing upon a group of promising juniors.

"Hehe... Your enthusiasm brings me great joy. Yunxing is in a state of rebuilding, and we are in dire need of talent. Spread the word far and wide, recruit those with ambition, and together we will restore Yunxing to its former glory. When the time comes, Yunxing will once again stand tall among the stars, and you will be the ones credited with this great achievement."

The vision he painted was vivid and compelling, even Luo Hongfei's eyes gleamed with anticipation.

However, Luo Hongfei was no ordinary man. He quickly snapped out of his reverie and sensed something amiss.

After a moment of contemplation, he cautiously bowed and posed a question.

"Star Lord, your vision is indeed grand. However, Yunxing has been in decline for a long time. Our current peak strength pales in comparison to the talents from other stars who have recently visited. The resources of our celestial domains are also limited. Relying solely on the passion of our fellow cultivators, it will be difficult to catch up with other stars. Even if we gather all our old friends, it might still be a drop in the bucket."

As soon as these words were spoken, the others exchanged glances, their eyes filled with doubt.

Though reluctant to admit it, the truth was undeniable.

Since the reopening of the ancient corridors, many visitors from other stars had arrived on Yunxing, displaying levels of cultivation and demeanor far beyond their own. The occasional tales of the底蕴 (foundation) of other stars only deepened their sense of inferiority.

Even with the Star Lord's tales of Yunxing's glorious past, the stark reality of their current situation made them feel powerless. To think they could catch up with their own strength was nothing short of a pipe dream.

Within moments, the morale of the group noticeably dipped.

Observing this change, Long Tian remained calm, his eyes still shining with confidence.

His plans were never flawed, and his understanding of human psychology was masterful. Having invested significant effort to sway the crowd, he had anticipated everything and had countermeasures in place.

As a top genius of the demon race, Long Tian never engaged in unprepared gambits!

With a light chuckle, he continued to weave his spell.

"It is commendable that you can remain humble and recognize the current state of affairs. With such a mindset, even if your cultivation is lacking, you are destined for great achievements in the future. That Yunxing, in its current state of decline, still has juniors like you, is truly a blessing."

His words, devoid of any airs of a Star Lord, were instead filled with the warmth and affection of an elder. The praise left everyone feeling both honored and awed, their eyes brimming with reverence.

Such demeanor was truly befitting of a Star Lord.

With just a few words, he had boosted their morale and won their favor. Unbeknownst to them, Long Tian had already taken control of the atmosphere, drawing everyone's attention.

When he spoke again, it was an epic act of painting a grand vision!

"Your concerns are valid, and I wholeheartedly agree. For Yunxing to return to its peak, relying solely on our current manpower and resources is indeed impossible. I have long considered this and have a plan in place. As you spread the word and recruit talent, you must also build temples in my name across the major celestial domains. Let the name of Long Tian resonate throughout Yunxing, gathering the faith of the entire star. Once we have accumulated enough faith, I will be able to break through to the supreme realm. At that time, there will be no match for me in the entire galaxy, and Yunxing will naturally return to its peak. You, too, will achieve immortality alongside me, remembered and revered by future generations as the heroes of Yunxing!"

His booming voice left everyone wide-eyed with astonishment.

So the Star Lord already had a plan...

Breaking through to the supreme realm, becoming invincible in the galaxy.

What a bold and grand vision!

And they, too, could achieve immortality and be remembered for eternity?!

All they had to do was spread the word and build some temples?

Only a fool would refuse such an offer!

Instantly, led by Luo Hongfei, everyone's faces flushed with excitement, more invigorated than if they had downed a bucket of energy potion. They exchanged glances, their eyes filled with joy and anticipation.

Without hesitation, they all clasped their fists and responded in unison.

"We will follow the Star Lord's command!"

Seeing Long Tian nod with a smile, they immediately dispersed, fueled by their excitement and determination, transforming into streaks of light as they returned to Yunxing.

Watching the streaks of light gradually disappear into the distance, the starry sky now empty, Long Tian finally allowed a sinister smile to creep onto his face, his eyes gleaming with an unusual light.

"Do your best to spread my name across Yunxing, gathering faith for the demon race. Once my demonic arts reach their peak and the demon race gains enough power, I will personally send you on your way."

"Ha ha ha ha..."

His cold laughter was a stark contrast to his previous demeanor. Even the passing streaks of light in the starry sky seemed to be swallowed by the darkness, the surroundings exuding an eerie, bone-chilling coldness.

Unaware of all this, the group that had returned to Yunxing, led by Luo Hongfei, began spreading the Star Lord's name far and wide.

Initially met with skepticism, they quickly gained the trust of many fellow cultivators after showcasing the ancient human treasures they had obtained and sharing their experiences. Progress became increasingly smooth.

Within just a few days, temples began to spring up across the land, and Yunxing was filled with an unprecedented sense of vitality and fervor.

In the major celestial domains, the name of the Star Lord, Long Tian, began to circulate.

This fervor spread like wildfire, showing no signs of abating. Like rampant vines, the number of temples and believers grew at an alarming rate.

It seemed that this wave was about to reach even the Nine Realms.

In the Yue Realm, one of the Nine Realms.

Outside the bustling capital city, crowds of people came and went, chatting and laughing. Only Yi Feng stood apart, his calm demeanor making him seem out of place amidst the lively scene.

Looking around at the bustling crowd, Yi Feng felt that the joys and sorrows of humans were not interconnected.

He didn't understand why everyone seemed so energized, nor did he care for the gossip. After several days of searching, from the celestial domains to the Nine Realms, he had found no trace of the so-called Star Lord. He was tired of exerting himself.

Since those shadowy figures from other stars had been eliminated, and he had done his best, he decided to give up on the task of delivering the message.

Having returned to Yunxing, he might as well retire to Shadow Island.

He wondered how his old friends were doing. Had his lazy disciples made any progress? And what about that rascal, Lou Benwei? Had he been causing trouble again?

With all the money taken away, had that guy resorted to selling off household items?

Various thoughts flashed through his mind, and Yi Feng felt increasingly weary of his current situation. At the same time, a strong sense of homesickness welled up in his heart, and he quickened his pace.

Just as he was about to leave the city gates, a figure approached him, blocking his path. After staring at him for a few moments, the man suddenly exclaimed with joy, clasping his fists in greeting.

"Yi... Yi brother?!"

Caught off guard by the enthusiastic greeting, Yi Feng was momentarily stunned. The man looked familiar, but he couldn't quite place him.

After a few moments of careful scrutiny, his eyes finally fell on the wine gourd hanging from the man's waist. Taking a closer look at the old man's face, Yi Feng's eyes widened in recognition, and a smile of delight spread across his face.

"What are you doing here?"

The man was none other than Wei Donghai.

Back in the nameless village, Yi Feng had once teamed up with this old friend to make dragon beard noodles and had even wandered the ancient corridors together. He never expected to run into him here in the Yue Realm.

Truly, the world is a small place.