Eternal Saber

Chapter 549 - 155: Martial Arts Alliance

"Everyone!"

At this moment, a voice came from the front, not too loud nor too soft, yet it spread to every corner of the square, and everyone heard it clearly.

The crowd looked in the direction of the voice.

Only to see a man in his fifties or sixties, wearing a light blue long robe, a silver belt around his waist, and simple cloth boots on his feet, walking up to a high platform by the lake, looking around.

The elder merely pressed his hands down gently, and the originally noisy scene quickly quieted down.

"Is this ’Yun Meng Sword Master’, Manor Master Yun? He truly has an extraordinary presence."

"After all, he is a Grandmaster."

A disciple of the Ba Mountain Sword Sect said softly beside him, unable to hide his excitement.

For most people present, without this Martial Arts Assembly, they would not have had the chance to see these Martial World luminaries, Grandmasters.

Each person’s excitement was naturally evident.

"I am Yun Yifeng, greetings to all friends."

The elder saw that the surroundings had quieted down, then faced everyone, slightly cupped his hands, and slowly said, "Today, fellow Jianghu companions have gathered at Yunmeng Manor, which is my honor."

"Manor Master Yun is too polite!"

Several sect leaders below laughed and responded.

Yun Yifeng’s face was sharp and angular, his every move revealed a calm demeanor, his voice deep and powerful, merely standing on the stage emitted a strong invisible aura.

"Every three years, Great Xia Martial World holds a Martial Arts Assembly. On one hand, it is meant to mediate disputes in Jianghu and resolve grievances. On the other hand, it announces the rankings of Wind, Sky, Earth, and People, motivating Jianghu companions to strive forward."

At this point, Yun Yifeng shifted the topic, "However, this time, the Martial Arts Assembly is different from usual, as I’m sure all companions are already aware."

"Martial alliance!"

"The Profound Celestial Sect is becoming stronger by the day, only by collaborating can various Jianghu forces severely weaken it."

Many sect leaders below responded.

Chen Tang was not surprised by this scene.

To achieve this, the Drunken Immortal Tower must have first brought some sect forces on board to have them cheer below.

Of course, many sect leaders remained silent, hesitant and observing others’ reactions.

Chen Tang noticed that among them, many people, including sect leaders, focused their attention on a few individuals, suggesting their opinions were quite important.

This included the Drunken Elder and Boat Gang Leader Jiang Feng.

The few people consistently refrained from expressing their stance, seemingly agreeing by default.

Yun Yifeng continued, "Originally, the target of this martial alliance was the Profound Celestial Sect. But I heard that the Eastern Barbarians are resurfacing in Nanxia, with multiple brutal slayings in Jianghu attributed to the Dongyi Race Hermits!"

"Some days ago, Sect Leader Jian from Ba Mountain Sword Sect was ambushed by Dongyi Race Hermits while traveling by boat, fortunately no fatalities."

Jian Qiuchi mentioned this during a meeting with Yun Yifeng.

As for the information from Chen Tang about people in Nanxia Jianghu forming alliances with Dongyi Race to promote the martial alliance, it was too significant.

If true, it surely involved Grandmaster-level figures from Nanxia!

Out of caution, she refrained from mentioning it.

"Dongyi Race!"

"Too arrogant, openly attacking a major sect!"

"If the Dongyi Race penetrates Nanxia, with those hermit’s methods, wouldn’t everyone be at risk?"

"It seems the martial alliance is urgent and cannot be delayed any longer!"

With someone’s influence, originally hesitant sect forces began to nod in agreement with the alliance.

The threat from Profound Celestial Sect and Dongyi Race was too significant for everyone!

Under such a threat, smaller sects struggled to survive unless they formed alliances and sought stronger support.

Even the Ba Mountain Sword Sect faced ambush from the Dongyi Race, not to mention the others.

"Since the alliance targets both Profound Celestial Sect and Dongyi Race, the name Profound Slaying Alliance seems inappropriate."

Yun Yifeng suggested, "I propose we directly change it to Martial Arts Alliance."

"Martial Arts Alliance sounds good, simple and straightforward, easily understood."

Many sect leaders voiced their agreement.

"However, there’s something I should mention first."

Yun Yifeng spoke seriously, "Friends from all corners, coming from different sects and forces, after forming an alliance, I hope you will not persist in sect divisions but work together sincerely and follow orders."

"Otherwise, if everyone has their own agendas and fights individually, it is no different from a heap of loose sand."

"Manor Master Yun speaks true."

"Since we are forming an alliance, we should set aside past grudges and prioritize the larger picture."

"Indeed, only by working together can we resist the Profound Celestial Sect and Dongyi Race."

Many sect leaders from the Six States voiced their agreement.

Among them, some sect leaders remained thoughtful, seemingly aware.

If a true alliance were formed as Yun Yifeng described, without sect distinctions, over time, these sects might disappear.

Jian Qiuchi, having learned certain secrets from Chen Tang and Ye Yushi, harbored greater concerns.

"What does Sect Leader Yu think?"

Jian Qiuchi looked toward the Cyan City Sword Sect direction and quietly asked.

Cyan City Sword Sect is located in Yizhou, led by Sect Leader Yu Qingfeng, known as ’Qingcheng Sword Immortal’, a Grandmaster.

"Forming a martial alliance is naturally a good thing."

Yu Qingfeng replied indifferently, "The ambush Ba Mountain Sword Sect previously faced, after the alliance, we can gather martial forces for justice and revenge."

"Indeed."

The head of Great River Spear Gate from Yizhou interjected, "If not part of the alliance, faced attacks from Profound Celestial Sect and Dongyi Race, the alliance might genuinely want to help but lack justification."

Yu Qingfeng glanced sideways, his eyes squinted like two sword edges, an intimidating gaze, and slowly asked, "Does Sect Leader Jian have any concerns?"

Jian Qiuchi observed the enthusiastic mood among sect leaders and sighed inwardly, finding some words difficult to express.

The Grandmasters present did not oppose, and she, being merely in Innate Realm, standing out to oppose would certainly make her a target.

Jian Qiuchi pondered briefly and simply smiled and shook her head.

Throughout the process, Chen Tang watched coldly, without intention to intervene.

Sword Pavilion knows, Langya Pavilion knows, since neither opposed openly, he saw no reason to stand out.

His voice was weak, his cultivation insignificant before these martial luminaries and sect leaders, making it unwise to wade into trouble.

Yun Yifeng, seeing no opposition, smiled and nodded, declaring loudly, "Then the matter of martial alliance stands decided today..."

"Wait a moment."

At that moment, a voice interrupted.

The crowd turned to see who dared interrupt Manor Master Yun, daring to stand out now.

Upon seeing the person, many sect leaders who intended to scold held their silence.

The speaker was none other than the Hall Master of Book and Sword Hall, a Grandmaster, ’Sword Ink Flying Swan’ Shen Zijing!