Chapter 1509: Opening The Scripture Pavilion And Th

Upon hearing this, everyone turned their gaze toward Lu Dasheng and the others.

Indeed, they had countless questions in their hearts.

What kind of force was Shadow Island? How could it be so powerful and possess such profound resources, yet they had never heard of it before? And why had it provoked attacks from alien races across the entire star system?

"We old men are not the masters of Shadow Island. On the contrary, we are merely servants here," Lu Dasheng said with a faint smile.

Hearing this, the many experts present were visibly shocked. They vividly remembered the strength these elders had displayed in the previous battles. Such powerful figures were merely servants?

"Elder Lu, you are too modest. With your level of strength, if you are merely servants, then we must be even less than that," one expert couldn't help but say.

"We are not being modest," Lu Dasheng replied solemnly. "Shadow Island was built by Master Yi Feng. Apart from him, there are also a hundred of his disciples. As for their exact cultivation levels, we do not know. But everything you see on this island was casually forged by Master Yi Feng, including our own cultivation, which was granted through the opportunities he casually bestowed upon us."

"It is normal that you have not heard of Shadow Island. Master Yi Feng has always been low-key, and we rarely venture outside."

As soon as Lu Dasheng finished speaking, the room erupted into heated discussion. Many wore expressions of disbelief, though some remained skeptical. If such powerful figures truly existed, why would Shadow Island need to seek their help?

Lu Dasheng's sharp gaze immediately discerned their thoughts.

"Indeed, Master Yi Feng and the other esteemed figures are not currently on Shadow Island," Lu Dasheng said. "Though we do not know where they are now, we understand that they must be handling important matters. If I am not mistaken, the matters they are dealing with are likely related to the alien races that are attacking us. And the reason these alien races are throwing everything they have at Shadow Island is precisely because of this!"

Lu Dasheng spoke with utmost seriousness, his words deliberate and measured.

"Everyone, I know what I have said may be shocking, and it may be difficult for you to believe at first, but this is indeed the truth."

After Lu Dasheng's words, the conference hall fell into complete silence. The sheer amount of information he had revealed was so overwhelming that even the planet lords and powerful experts present needed time to digest it.

"Before the esteemed figures left, they instructed us to hold Shadow Island at all costs. It is clear that Shadow Island is of great importance to them, and its existence may even affect Master Yi Feng and the others' plans to deal with these alien races."

"Although we have gained considerable strength thanks to Master Yi Feng and the others, we are still powerless against such a massive number of alien demons. That is why we have requested your assistance in defending Shadow Island."

"Your willingness to join us in defending Shadow Island is truly righteous. Please rest assured that once Master Yi Feng and the others return, all problems will be resolved."

As Lu Dasheng finished speaking, some in the room looked thoughtful, others skeptical, and a few even seemed inspired. However, regardless of whether they believed Lu Dasheng's words, there was no disagreement about the decision to jointly defend Shadow Island. After all, they all understood the principle of mutual dependence. If Shadow Island fell, it would only be a matter of time before other regions followed.

At this moment, Lu Dasheng, Lu Qingshan, Qing Huanxiang, and others exchanged glances, as if they had come to another decision.

Then, Lu Dasheng slowly stepped forward and said, "To express our gratitude for your assistance and to better resist these alien races, we have decided to open part of the island's Scripture Pavilion and the Divine Armory, allowing the experts from each star to select what they need."

"Please follow us."

With that, Lu Dasheng, Lu Qingshan, and the others led the way.

"Elder Lu, you are too kind," the experts thanked him as they stood up and followed.

"What do you think?" a swordsman asked a white-robed expert as they walked.

"Perhaps they are exaggerating to encourage us to stay and help," the white-robed expert replied. "But given the life-and-death situation, it's understandable. And opening the Scripture Pavilion and the Divine Armory is a gesture of great sincerity."

"Indeed, we are all in this together. It's best to remain united and not question too much," said the leader of a certain faction.

"Everyone, although Shadow Island has deep reserves, the truly valuable items are likely limited," a planet lord reminded. "If you find something particularly beneficial or essential to your needs, feel free to take it. Otherwise, please exercise restraint."

The others nodded in agreement. Everyone present was either a planet lord or the leader of a major sect, and they all understood the significance of opening the Scripture Pavilion and the Divine Armory. No one would willingly allow others to freely select from their treasures unless they were truly desperate.

However, it was clear that most of those present did not fully believe Lu Dasheng's words.

Soon, under the guidance of Lu Qingshan and the others, the group arrived before a massive gate. Behind it lay the accumulated treasures of Shadow Island over the years. Most of the items had been casually forged by Master Yi Feng, though there were also some flawed pieces and scraps from when he had been honing his crafting skills.

Back in Pingjiang City, people had fought over these flawed items. But now, after so many years, they had accumulated so many that the excess had been stored here.

As they stood before the massive gate, the experts exchanged puzzled glances. This place looked more like a storage room for miscellaneous items than the legendary Divine Armory they had imagined. But no one voiced their thoughts, instead waiting quietly.

"Boom!"

As Lu Qingshan pushed the gate open, a deep rumbling sound echoed, revealing a chaotic yet dazzling array of items inside.