As they were fighting furiously, Yu Yuan stood on the ramparts and nodded secretly.

It seemed that Liu Huan was not feigning his surrender but truly wished to defect.

Of course, his intention wasn't aimed at him but at those Acquired Spiritual Treasures.

For someone willing to switch allegiances for a few treasures, Yu Yuan felt some contempt but was still willing to accept him—after all, it's much easier to motivate such a person with rewards than to spend time and effort on nurturing one.

As long as he remained cautious against potential betrayal in the future, such a powerful individual could still be useful.

At this time, there was a new development in the magical combat outside the city.

Although the Flame Immortal gradually gained the upper hand in the battle, protected by his Spiritual Treasure, Liu Huan managed to dodge and weave, sufficiently sustaining himself.

Both were experts in Fire Dao Skills, and their battle was as dazzling as a fireworks display.

As the battle dragged on and the Flame Immortal failed to defeat Liu Huan, his anger surged, and an invisible flame burst forth from his body. He manifested three heads and six arms, resembling a demon god, and simultaneously unleashed numerous treasures like the Flying Smoke Sword, Five Dragon Wheel, Sky Illuminating Seal, and Myriad Crows Pot.

With many fire-aligned Spiritual Treasures spinning rapidly, the entire battlefield was enveloped in fierce flames in an instant.

Flames blazed in the sky, turning the land to scorched earth.

Powerful fire crows scattered in all directions, trapping Liu Huan in the center with no escape.

Facing the enormous pressure of the assault, Liu Huan hastily gathered his Mana to expand his protective barrier, galloping on his horse, darting back and forth, struggling to hold on under the pervasive Divine Fire.

As time ticked by, Liu Huan quickly reached his limits.

The Flame Immortal's onslaught grew even more frenzied, the numerous treasures dancing in the sky, restraining Liu Huan so he could barely move and could only strive to hold on.

Aware of his predicament, Liu Huan cried out in a panic, "Vice Sect Hierarch, save me!"

Hearing his plea, Yu Yuan did not disappoint him and immediately unleashed the Treasure Falling Gold. A streak of golden light flashed across the sky, promptly bringing down the Flame Immortal's Myriad Crows Pot and Sky Illuminating Seal.

The Flame Immortal was taken aback, hastily retracting the Flying Smoke Sword and the Five Dragon Wheel, and then smacking his mount, fleeing back to his position, fearing that if he delayed even a moment longer, Yu Yuan's hand would come slapping over.

Seeing this, Liu Huan breathed a sigh of relief, mounted the Tunelling Light, and flew up to the ramparts, respectfully saying, "Thank you, Vice Sect Hierarch, for your aid! Our Vice Sect Hierarch is formidable indeed, casually striking and making the Flame Immortal flee in utter dismay!"

Yu Yuan smiled and pointed to the treasures on the ramparts, "Pick two for yourself, and leave the remaining one for Quyang Immortal."

Overjoyed, Liu Huan quickly bowed in thanks, "Many thanks, Vice Sect Hierarch!"

Quyang Immortal also hastened to express his gratitude.

Although he could only take what remained after Liu Huan's selection, it was still a treasure acquired without effort, which filled him with immense joy.

In the end, Liu Huan chose the Primordial Treasure Umbrella and the Green Cloud Sword, leaving the Jade Pipa for Quyang Immortal.

After securing the treasures, both paid their respects to Yu Yuan once more.

Yu Yuan looked at them and said, "Firstly assimilate the treasures. Later, I will have the City Lord arrange a tranquil place for you to reside and Cultivate. If you need anything else, state your requests together so that he can arrange them as best as possible."

"You're too kind, Vice Sect Hierarch!" Liu Huan promptly said: "We who are Cultivators are accustomed to enduring the elements. This place is rich in Spiritual Energy; I shall just cultivate here above these city walls and draw upon the Qi of Heaven and Earth. Should there be battle, I can also join the fray immediately, serving the Vice Sect Hierarch and the City Lord!"

Quyang Immortal glanced at him, thinking to himself, what can I add after such a declaration?

But with Liu Huan having spoken first, he could only nod in agreement, "The Dao friend speaks the truth, as long as I can serve the Vice Sect Hierarch, nothing else matters."

Yu Yuan simply smiled, not dwelling on the matter, instead turning to say with a laugh, "This dispute between Great Shang and Linhuan Pass has provoked many different opinions within the Jie Sect.

However, this is an internal conflict of our Jie Sect, and I hope to settle this matter swiftly and peacefully.

What do you think I should do?"

"This..."

Liu Huan and Quyang Immortal exchanged glances, both somewhat at a loss for words.

They had no particular stance regarding this internal conflict and belonged to the neutral faction.

This time, they only came out of their mountain retreat at the request of the Mo Family Four Generals to assist.

Afterwards, upon seeing that their opponent Yu Yuan was so formidable, and even willing to offer treasures to recruit them, they then betrayed their allies on the spot.

Now, when asked for their opinions and actions regarding this matter, they were truly at a loss for words for a moment.

Fortunately, Liu Huan was meticulous in thought and adept at reading people, after a brief moment of contemplation, he combined his own situation and proposed an idea, "Vice Sect Hierarch, if you trust my words, I can help you persuade the Yuyi Immortal.

Although he is impulsive and ferocious by nature, his Dao Xing is profound, and he has no fondness for Great Shang, only descending the mountain to help because of social obligations.

Now he has been slapped by you, Vice Sect Hierarch, and lost his highly valued Yin Yang Dual Swords, he is probably full of regret at this moment. If you, Vice Sect Hierarch, could return the Yin Yang Dual Swords to him, then I am ninety percent certain I can convince him to come under your command."

Yu Yuan's heart stirred slightly.

Although he did not have much fondness for Yuyi Immortal, he acknowledged the latter's profound Dao Xing and possession of incredible speed akin to that of a heavenly bird. If he could bring him under his command, it would indeed be a significant boost.

...

That night, within the Great Shang Army Camp.

King Wu Cheng, Huang Feihu, sat at the head, looking down at the Mo Family Four Generals, unable to help but furrow his brows and let out a soft sigh.

He had been paying close attention to the battle from the start, and was quite unimpressed with the performance of these brothers.

Their valor was plentiful, but their cunning lacked.

Most importantly, they seemed powerless in front of One Qi Immortal of Primordial Chaos.

To be honest, he was curious where they found the courage to repeatedly embarrass themselves.

Despite the face of the Mo Family Four Generals, he felt it improper to voice these thoughts directly and could only sigh silently in his heart, thinking that he must report the situation here to his king, and ask the king to summon more capable fighters for assistance; otherwise, the campaign against Linhuan Pass might have to end here.

"Bang!"

Flame Immortal slammed down his wine cup heavily, cursing Liu Huan and Quyang Immortal alongside Mo Lishou.

The surrounding Immortal Gods nodded and agreed, all disdaining and angered by the cowardly and unprincipled betrayal of the pair.

"It's useless to talk about this now."

Mo Liqing shook his head, looked around at everyone and said, "In my opinion, our previous defeat was because we always went up one by one, giving Yu Yuan chances to catch his breath. It would be better to wait until Yuyi Immortal has recovered, and then we all attack together. With our combined strength of over a dozen Taiyi Golden Immortals, let's see how Yu Yuan can cope!"

"Yes! Although Yu Yuan has extraordinary methods, after all, he is only one person, and he is also restricted by the Vajra Bracelet. Even if he has the ability to penetrate through Heaven and Earth, he can't unleash it all at once, and it would be impossible for him to confront so many of us at the same time!"

"Eldest brother has made an excellent point!"

The immortals nodded repeatedly, finding the argument convincing.

At that moment, a soldier outside the tent reported, "Reporting to the King! A dispatch has arrived outside, saying that Yuyi Immortal has suddenly left the camp, flying towards Linhuan Pass atop his clouds!"

"What?!"

Huang Feihu was startled upon hearing this, a bad premonition rising in his heart.

Flame Immortal also exclaimed, "Yuyi Immortal is too proud to swallow this slight; he must be going to reclaim his dignity!"

"Yuyi Immortal is no match for Yu Yuan; if he goes to Linhuan Pass alone, he is unlikely to be safe. We must hurry to persuade him to return and devise a long-term plan," Mo Liqing said anxiously.

"Indeed, brothers, let's hurry to catch up and persuade Yuyi Immortal!"

The Mo Family Four Generals and others like Flame Immortal didn't dare delay and rushed out of the camp, flying towards Linhuan Pass.

However, by the time they reached the outskirts of Linhuan Pass, they just happened to see Yuyi Immortal standing on the city tower, making a respectful bow towards Yu Yuan.

The group then realized that Yuyi Immortal had betrayed them in the heat of the battle, seeking allegiance with Yu Yuan, and were immediately so furious they felt like their lungs would explode.

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