Ning Fengzhi stood behind Sword Douluo, his feelings complex, unable to speak for a long time.
In previous years, he thought Luo Yu was just a junior with extraordinary talent, but he never expected him to grow so rapidly.
In just a few short years, he had already reached a level that shocked the world.
Of course, compared to his unbelievable talent, what Ning Fengzhi admired and appreciated even more was Luo Yu's character.
He never became arrogant because of his increased strength. He showed restraint and always knew how to be grateful and respect his elders.
This time, the milky white flame clearly should not belong to Sword Douluo, yet Luo Yu still generously offered it.
It truly made Ning Fengzhi feel a multitude of emotions.
Such a perfect man, perhaps, appears only once in a thousand years.
Ning Fengzhi sighed inwardly.
But then he added another line in his heart.
Except for being lustful, he's perfect everywhere else…
Sword Douluo could feel that after the milky white flame came close, the long-stagnant shackles in his mind showed signs of breaking, stirring his spirit.
However, he didn't rush to take the flame but instead bowed to Luo Yu to show his gratitude.
"This old man thanks the Alliance Hierarch for his grace; words cannot express my gratitude."
Luo Yu smiled and politely responded.
"Elder Chen, you are too serious."
With six paths of flame distributed, those who obtained them naturally felt satisfied and excited.
Those who got nothing naturally felt envious and covetous, yet there was nothing they could do.
A group of top-tier figures from Soul Land could only look on eagerly at the Alliance Hierarch, hoping for a little more grace to descend.
They realized that even a minor thing from Luo Yu's hand could bring them endless benefits.
Luo Yu's gaze was calm as he allocated tasks methodically.
Having been Beast God in Aquipeia Forest for so many years, he was not at all intimidated by this sort of command and control situation.
"From interrogation of the two Abyss Great Emperors I slew, I learned that the abyssal plane has three spatial passageways for invasion."
"The known ones are in the far northern lands and the Western Coast, but the location of the third region is still unknown. We'll need to send people out to investigate."
The crowd shuddered, their expressions complicating.
There wasn't a single incompetent person here, and soon through Luo Yu's words, they all realized one thing.
The abyssal plane is terrifying.
And it had been secretly preparing an invasion for who knows how many years.
If not for Luo Yu's sudden rise, Soul Land might have been instantly overthrown, and all of them would have faced the same fate.
To be devoured in despair.
This…
This is our savior!
Those with astute minds showed relief and fear in their eyes.
Qian Daoliu bowed with clasped hands.
"I'm sure the Alliance Hierarch has his own judgments. We are willing to obey the Sect Master's commands."
Everyone else followed suit, saying in unison.
Luo Yu gestured for them to stop.
"Time is tight, and the mission is heavy; let's forgo any superfluous talk."
"Firstly, Qian Daoliu, Tang Chen, Blue Electric Overlord Dragon Clan, and the Lower Four Sects along with the forces of Xingluo Empire and Tiandou Empire, you go to guard the far northern lands."
"You will naturally find help there."
"Should any issues arise, I will sense it and arrive quickly."
"Secondly, Bi Bidong, Seven Treasures Glazed Sect, Sea God Hall, and the Four Subsidiary Sects head to the Western Coast to guard."
"This…"
Tang Chen couldn't help but speak out.
"Hmm?"
Luo Yu looked toward him.
Tang Chen hesitated, "Alliance Hierarch, with so many forces stationed in the far northern lands, won't the power on the Western Coast be a bit weak?"
Luo Yu shook his head.
"You don't need to worry about that. I've arranged for another top-tier power to help guard the Western Coast."
"Another top-tier power?"
Not only was Tang Chen surprised, but Bi Bidong and the rest were also perplexed.
All the top forces were present here; where else could there be any hidden powers?
Facing the crowd's confusion, Luo Yu obviously did not intend to answer.
He laughed without speaking.
At this moment, Bossi asked, "Alliance Hierarch, who will investigate the third invasion location?"
Luo Yu said,
"You go."
"Me?" Bossi was surprised.
"Mhm."
Luo Yu nodded and gestured with his hand.
"Boom!"
A brilliant golden light burst forth from him at the center, and golden ripples spread out like waves, one after another.
Everyone was astonished by this divine power.
In Luo Yu's hand appeared a trident overflowing with golden light.
Bossi's beautiful eyes sparkled as she muttered to herself.
"Sea God's Trident."
"After following Brother Yu, it seems to have become even stronger."
Luo Yu instructed,
"I need to stabilize my cultivation level and quickly increase my strength to face the Abyssal Emperor, so you'll take the Sea God's Trident with you."
"I take it with me?" Bossi was somewhat surprised. "With my strength, it would be a waste to give it to me."
Luo Yu threw out the Sea God's Trident.
The trident immediately flew to Bossi's side with full vitality, radiating light.
"Rest assured, the Sea God's Trident has been pre-charged with my power; it can unleash three God Rank attacks."
"The Artifact Spirit will cooperate with you."
As if responding to Luo Yu's words, the Sea God's Trident moved forward humanely, as if nodding.
This scene stunned everyone present.
"Holy crap!"
"A weapon can be this obedient?"
Of course, compared to their astonishment, they were all nearly envious to tears. First came the overwhelmingly powerful flames, and now a Divine Artifact was being tossed away?
Did treasures cost nothing? How did this guy possess so many?
"Your subordinate accepts the command."
Bossi said, grabbing the Sea God's Trident in front of her.
Boom!
Her aura burst forth, her long hair dancing with the wind. As an Ultimate Douluo with already formidable cultivation, her strength climbed even further with the Divine Artifact's enhancement.
She instantly surpassed everyone else present.
A subordinate?
Bossi's self-designation made Luo Yu feel odd.
The next time they had a deep discussion, wouldn't she become like a hidden-rule female subordinate?
Uh...
He dismissed these thoughts and suddenly felt something with his heart and mind. It was as if a haze had covered the area outside Soul Land, seemingly shrouded by something indistinct.
He remembered what Emperor Meng, now deceased, had once said.
Activating the spacetime turbulence, isolating the Divine Realm.
The Abyssal Emperor wouldn't have already started acting, would he?
He had a speculation, but still needed to verify it beyond the stars of Douluo Planet, and he composed himself for a moment.
"Everyone, we will set out in three shichen. Do not delay. Be extremely cautious when dealing with abyssal creatures."
"In three shichen?"
Qian Daoliu was puzzled and said, "Alliance Hierarch, we can set out right now."
Luo Yu shook his head, "No, I still have a very important task to perform and I need your help with it."
Qian Daoliu waved his hands repeatedly.
"Sect Master, you jest. With your current level, how could we possibly be of help to you?"
Luo Yu raised a finger.
"Shush!"
"All of you withdraw beyond the square."
"Ah?"
Everyone did not understand what secretive action Luo Yu intended to take, but they still followed his order and retreated beyond the square.
Waiting for the man's next command.