I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield

Chapter 797 - 555: Sacrifice and the Looming Crisis

The Xieshen Association actually appeared on the Royal Star.

In the VIP area, a group of big shots looked extremely grim.

"What is the Judgement Court even doing? How could they let the lackeys of the Evil God infiltrate the Royal Star?"

A big shot in military uniform snorted coldly, his words filled with dissatisfaction towards the Judgement Court.

"Indeed, the Judgement Court has been too negligent this time."

A member of the Royal Council also frowned and said.

You can’t blame everyone for being angry. You must know, the Royal Star is the highest center of power of the Empire and also its façade. If the Xieshen Association runs rampant on the Royal Star, causing great losses, it will not only stir up unrest throughout the Empire and increase the public’s fear of the Evil God, but the influence of this matter will quickly be reflected in various industries like the economy, livelihood, and military, resulting in incalculable losses.

At this moment, an elder of the Luoho Clan spoke lazily, his tone full of sarcasm and concealed malice: "Lin Xuanqing has always been meticulous in his calculations, managing the Judgement Court for many years. How could he slip up in such a matter? Could it be that he is only focused on the power struggle and has forgotten his duties?"

The Luoho Clan has held grievances against Lin Xuanqing for a long time, and now that they’ve finally found an excuse to criticize the Judgement Court, they naturally want to seize the opportunity to kick them when they’re down, not only adding insult to injury but also planning to make a big fuss about it afterwards, demanding the Judgement Court shoulder the blame and weakening its influence within the Empire.

"Enough!" A deep voice suddenly rang out, interrupting everyone’s quarrel.

A general from the Military Department slowly stood up, his aura of iron-blooded authority spreading, instantly calming the noisy VIP area.

"Now is not the time for mutual accusations. The Dan Tower is under attack, and the situation is critical. This ceremony clearly cannot continue. The urgent task is to immediately support the Dan Tower, eliminate the remaining followers of the Evil God, and prevent the chaos from expanding!"

"General Wang is right! Let’s resolve the immediate trouble first!"

"Correct, discussions on accountability can wait. Right now, we absolutely cannot allow the Evil God Followers to act recklessly on the Royal Star!"

People around echoed in agreement, none willing to get involved in the dispute between the Judgement Court and the Luoho Clan at this moment.

Whether the Judgement Court will be severely punished is not their concern, but if the chaos caused by the Evil God continues to spread and impacts their own forces, it will be a loss far outweighing any gains and no one can remain unaffected.

At the same time, the faces of many Pill Masters in the crowd were filled with deep tension and worry.

The Dan Tower is the foundation of the Empire’s alchemy world, housing ancient alchemy texts, a plethora of rare spiritual materials, and the legacy and efforts of generations of Alchemists.

If the Dan Tower falls, not only will countless spiritual materials and potion recipes fall into the hands of the Evil God, but a large number of Alchemists will be harmed or killed, and the entire Empire’s alchemy world will suffer a devastating blow, which without exaggeration, could set it back several decades or even centuries.

Xu Lin stood atop the high platform, his expression as grave as water.

Today was supposed to be a grand event for the alchemy world—with hundreds of new Tier Seven Alchemists taking the stage, he also seized the opportunity of alchemy to showcase his prowess close to that of a Tenth Grade Alchemist to the entire Empire, intending to boost the morale of alchemy and solidify the Dan Tower’s position.

But who could have anticipated that the Xieshen Association would choose this moment to launch a surprise attack, completely disrupting all plans.

At this moment, he had no mind left to continue hosting the ceremony.

"Ceremony paused."

Xu Lin only dropped four brief words, then quickly walked towards Yun Heli sitting quietly on the side.

"Master..." He just opened his mouth, but was interrupted by Yun Heli.

The old man slowly raised his withered hand resembling old tree bark, his voice hoarse: "Go quickly, be sure to protect the Dan Tower, safeguard those legacies."

"Hmm." Xu Lin nodded heavily, suppressing the worries in his heart, turned to look at the group of Pill Masters below the platform, and ordered sternly:

"Everyone, wait in place, do not leave without permission!"

The attack on Dan Tower is a major issue, but every Pill Master present is a precious asset to the Dan Tower and even the entire Empire’s alchemy world.

Could the Xieshen Association suddenly start something with an aim of diversion?

Setting an ambush in the middle after deliberately attacking Dan Tower to lure him back?

Xu Lin dared not gamble and could not gamble.

He knew well that the Empire’s various departments must now be speeding to support the Dan Tower, and as the Master of the Dan Tower, he must quickly go back to take control of the situation, but these Pill Masters must stay at the Cangwu Mountain Peak.

Here the Spiritual Qi is abundant, and with mountain protection prohibitions, it’s relatively safe. Further arrangements can be made once the situation becomes clear.

"Yes, Tower Master!"

The Pill Masters responded in unison, though worried, they understood the gravity of the situation and collected their thoughts, staying on guard.

After settling the Pill Masters, Xu Lin looked at the remaining people in the VIP area, his tone carrying some apology but marked with urgency: "Ladies and gentlemen, due to unforeseen changes, this grand event can only end here, please forgive any offenses."

With that, he said no more, and suddenly unleashed a vast wave of Spiritual Energy.

It was the pressure of a Tier Eight Spiritualist, sweeping across the scene like a mountain, causing the surrounding air to stagnate.

The next second, Xu Lin pointed his toes, and his figure soared into the sky like an arrow off the string, transforming into a stream of light, rushing toward the Dan Tower.

"Tier Eight..." Qin Tian sat in place, his gaze fixed on the direction of Xu Lin’s departure, pondering silently.

As the only one in the Empire approaching Tenth Grade Alchemist status, Xu Lin having such robust strength is not surprising.

Though Alchemists generally are not good at direct combat, with Tier Eight Spiritual Energy at play, even if the Xieshen Association is reckless, they would surely not dare easily attack such a leading expert in the heart of the Royal Star.

Yet, this way makes the goals of the Xieshen Association all the more elusive.

Was it merely to attack the Dan Tower?

Or was it to leverage the chaos on the Royal Star to spread panic, expanding the influence of the Xieshen Association?

Or is there another scheme?

Qin Tian furrowed his brows slightly, his gaze subtly scanning across Stuart within the group of Pill Masters.