Ten out of ten!
That meant it was absolutely certain.
One hundred percent confirmed.
Although Lin Qingling didn't know what Li Shuang was implying, she still said without hesitation, "Grand Elder, my disciple is cautious and never speaks falsely. Since she said so, then this matter is absolutely certain."
Grand Ancestor Canshang furrowed his brow, his thoughts delving into something deeper.
If Ye Zhaozhao truly was a demonic seed.
Then.
Could there already be more demonic seeds in the Southern Continent?
The calamity of demonic seeds! He remembered hearing the founding ancestor mention it, how it once caused a terrifying disaster in the Central Continent. In the end, a human powerhouse turned the tide, forcibly quelling the disaster and maintaining superficial peace.
If such a catastrophe were to erupt in the Southern Continent, which was far inferior to the Central Continent, who among them could resist?
"Grand Elder. I have an item that can reveal all evil spirits. Everything will be clear then," Li Shuang said slowly. "I plan to use this item on the arena. At that time, Ye Zhaozhao will reveal her true form. Once exposed, she will definitely try to escape desperately. We absolutely cannot let her get away this time!"
"Li Shuang requests the Grand Elders to set up an inescapable net beforehand. We must ensure she is annihilated on the spot."
Li Shuang's expression was grave.
Destroying Ye Zhaozhao.
This was not something she could do alone; she needed assistance.
And the people she trusted most now were those from the Sword Sect.
If she were to tell others about this.
Firstly, she couldn't confirm whether they had any connection to the demonic seeds.
Secondly, she couldn't make those people believe her.
The only people likely to believe her and cooperate with her were those from the Sword Sect.
Grand Ancestor Canshang nodded solemnly: "In the Southern Continent, such things must not be allowed to exist. If you can make Ye Zhaozhao reveal herself, I will ensure she is turned to ashes on the spot."
"Please, Grand Elders, do not take this lightly. Ye Zhaozhao's methods are devious and by no means simple," Li Shuang reminded them.
Grand Ancestor Canshang couldn't help but chuckle: "Don't worry. I've lived for so long; I won't mess up on something like this."
"Also, it's best not to let anyone else know about this for now," Li Shuang said after a moment's thought, briefly mentioning what happened with the Flowing Moon Sect today: "This Flowing Moon Sect definitely has big problems. And for the Flowing Moon Sect to exist, it must have the protection of high-ranking members of the Six Sects. We cannot be sure if there are problems with other members of the Six Sects."
She could only hope.
Even if some people had problems.
Only a small number of people were problematic.
Otherwise.
The Southern Continent would truly be in danger of collapse.
"Flowing Moon Sect?" Meng Yifei frowned and said, "I've only met people from the Flowing Moon Sect. Most of their disciples cultivate various arts. Whether it's dance, music, or singing, the more skilled they are, the higher their cultivation. This seems more like a method of entering the Dao through art. I haven't found anything wrong with them."
"If you could find something wrong, they wouldn't be so blatant," Lin Qingling glanced sideways at Meng Yifei.
Meng Yifei could only smile bitterly, but he still nodded: "Indeed, if it's something that can be seen on the surface, it's not a big problem."
"Speaking of which," Grand Ancestor Canshang pondered for a moment, then suddenly said, "These years, the Three Demonic Sects seem unusually quiet."
They had received several reports of suspected demonic activity, but when disciples arrived, they found only rogue cultivators, not actions by the Three Demonic Sects.
The Three Demonic Sects, who used to be at odds with the orthodox sects.
Had been excessively well-behaved these past few years.
"Before the Three Demonic Sects went silent, they suffered a major defeat. After that, they contracted their Sphere of influence and holed up. What's wrong with that?" Ling Hua asked, somewhat puzzled.
Grand Ancestor Canshang's eyes narrowed: "This development was originally logical. However... if such a thing arrives, the demonic sects would definitely be their first choice."
The cultivation of demonic arts in the Southern Continent had flaws. The probability of demonic seeds controlling them was much higher than controlling orthodox cultivators.
Demonic seeds had no reason to abandon an easy path for a difficult one.
If even the orthodox sects had been infiltrated.
Then the demonic sects could only be...
They were probably already under the control of the demonic seeds!
What exactly was that thing?
The others still didn't understand, but seeing Grand Ancestor Canshang's solemn expression, they realized.
What Li Shuang said was absolutely not a trivial matter.
This was probably a monstrous catastrophe covering the entire Southern Continent.
"In an extreme situation," Li Shuang said softly, "the Southern Continent might no longer be salvageable. I have already exchanged for a cross-continental teleportation array from Myriad Law City. This array can send people to the Central Continent. Grand Elder, in the worst-case scenario, this array is our only retreat."
Li Shuang took out an array diagram.
A cross-continental teleportation array!
Grand Ancestor Canshang took it and glanced at it, his expression changing drastically.
Such an array, just the materials alone were extremely difficult to find.
Even if all the materials were gathered, just setting it up would probably take several months.
"I have already exchanged for the materials as well," Li Shuang said. "This array can be started at any time. My suggestion is, the sooner we start building it, the better."
Grand Ancestor Canshang looked at the array diagram, and after a moment of daze, he asked, "This thing must be very valuable. If you had used it to improve your own strength, you would be much stronger now."
With Li Shuang's current talent, if she wanted to go to the Central Continent, there were plenty of people in Myriad Law City who would be willing to help her get there.
Yet, she went through immense trouble to bring back the array diagram.
This was completely... not worth the effort.
Li Shuang's expression was calm: "Grand Elder, I don't wish to be alone."
She had been betrayed by those around her before.
But if she questioned the entire world because of those people, she would be punishing herself, not them.
Her life.
Was still pure.
Still fearless.
In her heart, she still held her principles, her bottom line.
If she had to leave.
Then let them all leave together.
Even at the pinnacle, she hoped she wouldn't be eternally lonely.
Grand Ancestor Canshang was silent for a while, then suddenly smiled. He directly handed the array diagram to Ling Hua: "The construction of this array is crucial. This matter cannot be spread for now, Second Sister. This array, let your puppets find a hidden place in the Sword Sect and start building it as soon as possible."
Only puppets could guarantee no leaks.
Ling Hua also understood the serious implications of this matter and agreed.
She stood up: "Since this matter brooks no delay, I'll return to the Sword Sect to make arrangements first. Xiao Shuang, come with me."
"Yes," Li Shuang replied.
Li Shuang followed Ling Hua back to the Sword Sect, and Li Shuang exchanged for all the materials.
Ling Hua embroidered puppets one by one, placed spiritual energy cores in them, and they quickly began to work.
To ensure secrecy, she also set up concealment and warning barriers around the construction site of the array.
If anything went wrong, she would know immediately.
After arranging all this.
Li Shuang and Ling Hua returned to Cangyuan Sect.
The cross-continental array was being built steadily. At the current pace, it would take about three months to complete.
After informing the sect elders about this, Li Shuang felt a little more at ease.
The demonic seed calamity was not something she could solve alone.
Having the sect elders share the burden also provided some comfort.
Li Shuang was about to return to her residence to rest.
Yan Fan's communication talisman arrived.
The talisman burned in the air, and Yan Fan's voice came from within.
"I heard you caused quite a stir at the Flowing Moon Sect's teahouse today. The sect master of Flowing Moon Sect even complained to my master. But don't worry, with me speaking up for you, Master won't mind such a small matter."
Li Shuang: "..."
Good, good.
This Yan Fan was truly persistent in trying to get her to be his subordinate.
He even resorted to using such methods to win people over!
The communication talisman finished burning.
Li Shuang's eyes flickered slightly.
It seemed... this Yan Fan could still be put to some use.
Li Shuang thought for a moment and sent a reply with a communication talisman.