This Sword Cultivator is Somewhat Dependable-Chapter 1581 - 45: Vengeance Must Be Repaid

This time, Cang Xiu did not openly oppose but rather fell into deep thought.

Indeed, Lingye Island's strategy had always been to maintain neutrality.

But strategies must constantly adapt to changes in the situation.

Previously, Lingye Island had no involvement or entanglements with either Sky Dome Heaven or the Abyss. Besides, Lingye Island has always been in seclusion, cutting off from external affairs, making neutrality the best choice naturally.

But now things are different.

After this battle, Lingye Island has formed a blood feud with the Demon Race, and Lu Qingshan from Sky Dome Heaven has become the savior of their Cang family. Both emotionally and logically, there is no longer a reason to insist on neutrality.

Not to mention, the object the Cang family has protected for generations has become Lu Qingshan's Life-bound Sword.

And most importantly, with Lie Que falling into Lu Qingshan's hands and the Demon Race's strategy to eliminate dissidents, Lingye Island is no longer a safe place to stay; leaving has become an inevitable choice.

But where could they go?

The Heavenly River Sea is vast. Would there really be a place safer than Lingye Island, and spacious enough to accommodate their large population?

It seems unlikely.

Upon such contemplation, what Lu Qingshan said seems indeed the best choice...

With the expanse of Sky Dome Heaven, accommodating a hundred Lingye Island residents is more than sufficient.

The Human Race, like theirs, shares a common enemy, the Demon Race!

Most importantly, although the human race is generally weaker than the Demon Race, they have stood against them for so many years, so they cannot be that weak.

Additionally, with Lu Qingshan just saving Lingye Island from dire straits, it feels awkward for Cang Xiu to refuse.

After weighing the pros and cons and considering all aspects, Cang Xiu is tempted by Lu Qingshan's proposal.

However, there are still concerns.

"The people of Lingye Island have been led by the Cang family for generations. We cannot abandon a single one of them." Cang Xiu frowned, in a dilemma.

The Cang family can leave Lingye Island but cannot abandon its people.

The challenge standing in front of the Cang family and Lu Qingshan is the same as that faced by the Wind Clan of Qingcang Island.

Lingye Island is too vast, with a large population. In the Heavenly River Sea environment, the relocation of the entire island seems an impossible task.

"Of course, we wouldn't let you abandon the people of Lingye Island." Lu Qingshan nodded, not surprised by Cang Xiu's concerns; he had anticipated them.

"Having suffered a major setback this time, the Evil Venerable will not return immediately. You should wait for a while, and during this period, mobilize the cultivators and residents of Lingye Island to prepare for migration. By then, I should be able to resolve this issue."

Although Lu Qingshan had great confidence in his mind, he did not overstate his ability, choosing instead to use "should."

His foolproof plan ultimately came down to three words---Longevity Whale.

Lu Qingshan himself never expected that during this trip to the Heavenly River Sea, he would have the opportunity to "package" the Wind Clan and the Cang family together.

Cang Xiu's eyes flickered, surprised internally.

Because, in his view, even with the vastness of the Human Race, helping them relocate the entire Lingye Island across the Heavenly River Sea is no easy feat.

However, since Lu Qingshan said so, he had no reason to doubt further.

"Then I shall, with my wife, tidy up the aftermath and mobilize the island's cultivators and residents to prepare, awaiting good news." Cang Xiu decisively said, having made his decision.

"I assure you, elder, we will not disappoint," Lu Qingshan promised.

"Could you take Zang Xiaojian back to Sky Dome Heaven first?" Cang Xiu glanced at Zang Xiaojian beside him, whose eyes were red, pondered, then requested.

The Evil Venerable had just been repelled, and the Demon Race army wouldn't return in the short term.

However... what if?

He didn't want Zang Xiaojian to be placed in such a dangerous situation again.

Although, he wasn't very "confident" in the young man before him either.

Thinking this, Cang Xiu looked at Lu Qingshan with deep meaning again.

Lu Qingshan didn't perceive the deep meaning in Cang Xiu's eyes but understood his concerns, agreeing immediately: "Alright, Xiaojian will go back to Sky Dome Heaven with me first."

In just a few words, Zang Xiaojian meekly responded, "Dad..."

"Then I entrust Xiaojian to you," Ming Yu glanced at Zang Xiaojian, then solemnly turned to Lu Qingshan and said.

Even Ming Yu had spoken, indicating the matter was settled from Zang Xiaojian's point of view.

With delays potentially leading to trouble and other important matters pressing in his mind, Lu Qingshan didn't waste much time on Lingye Island.

After Zang Xiaojian gathered her belongings and bade a simple farewell to Cang Xiu and Ming Yu, the two then departed the now thunder-free Lingye Island.

......

The Heavenly River Sea stretches vast.

Two streaks of Sword Light flew rapidly over the sea, one belonging to Lu Qingshan and the other to Zang Xiaojian.

At first, Zang Xiaojian was oblivious, but as their route diverged more from the expected, she finally noticed something was off.

"Lu Qingshan, where are we going if not back to Heavenly River City?" Zang Xiaojian asked, confused.

"We are returning to Heavenly River City, but I want to take a detour to trouble the Taoism," Lu Qingshan calmly explained, as if speaking of something most ordinary.

"During the alliance with the Human Race, the Taoism secretly colluded with the Demon Race, having long formed connections. They even deliberately created trouble for me, using it as an excuse to break the alliance.

Such treacherous individuals, how can peace be kept without dealing with them? How can the Human Race stand without such punishment?"

The treacherous breaking of the alliance and the unnecessary provocations by the Taoism had long marked them as people Lu Qingshan must eliminate.