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Chapter 210: The Demon Sect's Turmoil [Extra Chapter 20 for the Cigarette Ash's Fall from Grace in t
Chapter 210: The Demon Sect's Turmoil [Extra Chapter 20 for the Cigarette Ash's Fall from Grace in the Grand Alliance]
Yan Nan knew that during this period, the emotions of vengeance and grief within the headquarters were becoming increasingly intense, and it was undoubtedly being manipulated by someone.
There was undoubtedly a shadow of the Guardians behind this.
But once these emotions were stirred up, they couldn't be suppressed.
He walked slowly to the window, gazing into the distant sky. It seemed as if he saw a refined face, a pair of wise eyes, smiling at him, as if saying: Can you take this move or not?
He stood at the window for a long time, unable to make a decision.
"Let's see... then we'll talk."
"Frustrating!"
"Why are we always being led by the nose!"
...
For the headquarters of the Only Me Sect, this period could be described as an absolutely turbulent time.
First, the Incubation to Deity Program came to an end, and then... the biggest surprise happened.
In the past, during the Incubation to Deity Program, it was rare for anyone from the headquarters to die, or even none at all. Because the General-ranked members of the subordinate sects didn't dare to kill those from the headquarters.
But this time, over a thousand people from the headquarters died! In this vast city, although it couldn't be said that every household was in mourning, the proportion was indeed not small.
They were all children of large families—small families couldn't even get a foot in the door!
They didn't have the qualifications.
These large families had secured their qualifications, but those who were qualified to participate collectively died inside.
During this period, white banners were everywhere, and the cries of mourning shook the heavens.
These people were all the darlings of their families—Dongfang Sansan was not even slightly wrong about this.
For a typical funeral, it would take five to seven days to process. After the seventh day, they would then plan for revenge.
But this time, it was even more infuriating: they died within the Mysterious Realm of Gu, and there were no bodies.
However, it was certain that they were dead, and each family built a symbolic tomb.
Countless women cried until their eyes swelled.
Especially those whose deceased were the only sons of their families, they were utterly devastated.
There were also some who had already been engaged or married... the widows cried even more pitifully.
Just as the funeral arrangements for these families were coming to an end, news broke out that several Deputy Sect Masters were secretly manipulating things behind the scenes, plotting to seize control of subordinate sects from their leaders.
Instantly, rumors began to swirl, and everyone loved gossip.
Especially the gossip about the higher-ups, it was on everyone's lips.
Moreover, it involved the highest power struggle, which was like setting off an explosion in the small world where the headquarters of the Only Me Sect was located. The taverns instantly filled up.
In every room, people were talking: "...Did you hear about it? This thing... tsk tsk..."
"Exactly, I never would've thought... could it be that the Grand Sect Master's plan is about to change?"
"Not necessarily... the plan can't change, we've only had a few good days..."
"You call these good days? My side is about to go bankrupt..."
"Let's wait and see first, let's observe and see how things change."
"...Nonsense!"
Just as the discussions were in full swing for more than a day, the third explosive news broke out.
"Do you know who killed those who died in the Incubation to Deity Program?"
"Who could possibly know? Even if we were inside, we couldn't soul-bind, so how would we know who killed them?"
"I know! Now everyone knows!"
"Who?"
"The Night Demon!"
"What?"
"Yes, the Night Demon. This time, the first place in the Incubation to Deity Program, the Night Demon from the One Heart Sect, a disciple of the Seal God Palace!"
"Holy shit, this thing better not be spread around."
"Who would dare spread this kind of news? If you don't believe me, go out and ask around, it's already spread like wildfire outside."
This news indeed spread like wildfire.
Especially for those families with members who participated in the Incubation to Deity Program and died inside, the entire family was in a meeting all night.
The whole family was in a meeting.
"Is this true?"
"Everyone is saying so."
"Let's investigate further!"
"Yes."
"If it's really the Night Demon, he must pay the price! In this world, there are some people that no matter how powerful you are, you can't lay a hand on them!"
"He must pay the price for his actions!"
"The Seal God Palace? Hmph, a mere disciple of the One Heart Sect's leader dares to harm our family? Has he eaten the heart of a bear and the gall of a leopard?"
"Let's gather evidence, and quickly. We need proof and... testimony. We can't let our child die in the underworld without closure. We also can't just grab anyone and kill them, claiming they are the murderer, that's disrespectful to the deceased's spirit, and to ourselves!"
"Night Demon! Night Demon!"
A wave of resentment almost completely enveloped the small world of the Only Me Sect!
It was brewing and taking shape!
At the headquarters of the Only Me Sect, the victimized families had obtained a lot of information.
Especially those headquarters' disciples who had entered for trials, they shared their experiences.
"After we from the headquarters entered, as long as we revealed our identities, basically no one dared to kill us."
"Our cultivation, martial skills, and various secret techniques we mastered were far superior to those of the subordinate sects. It was easy for us to kill them, but it was actually very difficult for them to kill us."
"After entering, we initially didn't reveal our identities, and started by killing to obtain qualifications. After killing quite a few people, we stopped. Because we from the headquarters have multiple times the communication quota, so we didn't need to kill too many inside."
"The subordinate sects are fiercely competitive."
"I encountered the Night Demon. When we arrived, he was slaughtering a group of people from the subordinate sects. It seemed like he was from the Heaven God Sect, killing one after another. When he saw us coming, he immediately fled."
"That person is indeed ruthless."
"The only one from the subordinate sects who dared to harm us seemed to be the Night Demon."
"It should be him. He even took Yan Beihan's Water Cloud Heaven Fruit."
"Yes, that guy is a killing god, completely devoid of reason. In my opinion, if not for his insufficient strength, he could even kill Yan Beihan."
"Some of the subordinate sects also have a few sons who are the sons of the sect leaders, and they swagger around with their followers, but there are few of them, and the more they are, the more cautious they are towards the headquarters. So it's unlikely to be them."
"Ninety percent sure it's the Night Demon."
Yan Beihan was also questioned.
"I don't know if it was the Night Demon, but why are you asking this?"
"The Incubation to Deity Program, it's a matter of life and death. Going in means killing or being killed. Why are you still asking about it? They died because they couldn't beat others, and it's fair. Are you going to seek revenge?"
"The Incubation to Deity Program doesn't allow revenge. This is the rule of the Grand Sect!"
"What does the Night Demon killing my Water Cloud Heaven Fruit have to do with you?"
Everyone nodded in agreement and then left.
Then they discussed.
"It must be the Night Demon."
The target was confirmed! Each family clenched their teeth in anger.
"Let's lay low for now and wait for this storm to pass. Then we'll take action against the Night Demon!"
"If we don't kill the Night Demon, I'll never rest in peace."
"Prepare individually."
Ling Kong and the others saw the commotion and felt their hands and feet go numb.
They quickly sent a message to the Night Demon.
"Brother Night Demon, don't expose your identity and true face. Many families in the Grand Sect want to kill you for revenge, and there are countless powerful families among them."
"Second Brother, be careful. You've killed too many people, and now the families of the deceased want revenge. Don't expose yourself, no matter what."
"Second Brother, be extra cautious."
"..."
Then Ling Kong specifically gathered the six brothers and held a meeting.
"Don't tell anyone that we recruited the Night Demon! This is too much trouble... We can't handle it."
"Once we say it, it's as good as saying that we worked with the Night Demon to kill someone... Do you understand? They will instinctively think: how could the Night Demon alone possibly kill my excellent son? Do you understand?"
"This concerns the life and death of our six families! If we're exposed, so many families will come together, and our six families... will likely be torn apart in an instant."
The six brothers nodded like pecking chickens: "Yes, we won't say a word, not even if you kill me."
"Good. Keep a low profile..."
The meeting ended.
Among the subordinate sects, eleven sect leaders lost their sons, and more than twenty deputy sect leaders also lost their sons. There were even more sons of hall leaders who died.
They all died in the Incubation to Deity Program.
After all, the Incubation to Deity Program is the most fundamental and orthodox advancement channel for the Only Me Sect.
When a son's cultivation and rank reach a certain level, it's natural to send them into the program for training. As long as they survive, they can obtain an official position.
Everyone hopes for their sons' safety, but no one wants their sons to be mediocre. Therefore, there are indeed many second-generation demons in the Incubation to Deity Program.
Of course, because of this, there are also many second-generation demons who die inside.
These people are also inquiring, and at first, as usual, they swallow their teeth and blood. After all, the Incubation to Deity Program doesn't allow revenge.
But after hearing the news from the headquarters, they also began to stir.
Rumors spread everywhere, and naturally, they reached their ears.
"Night Demon!"
"It's definitely the Night Demon!"
"It's absolutely the Night Demon!"
"We must kill the Night Demon!"
"Seal God Palace, do you have a good disciple? Hmph, if I don't have one, you won't either. If you do, I'll ruin it for you!"
The people from the subordinate sects had fewer concerns, while the headquarters remained still, but they had already started to take action.
"Find out where the Night Demon is!"
"Kill him!"
"..."
...
Seal God Palace killed Ren Zhongyuan, and his ambitions were fulfilled.
This Ren Zhongyuan, he even brought two experts with him, and he also brought people from the headquarters to bid farewell.
He was going to the headquarters to serve as a small executive in the enforcement hall.
Hmph...
He really thought I was a fool.
Seal God Palace hosted a grand farewell, sincerely sending off Ren, the deputy sect leader, to the headquarters.
They drank and feasted.
Ren Zhongyuan didn't dare to stay longer and immediately bid farewell.
Then Seal God Palace, reluctant to part, took out gifts, and their deep emotions brought tears to their eyes: "Zhongyuan, you've assisted me for hundreds of years, and I truly can't bear to see you go... Recently, although there have been some unpleasant things, they're all in the past. These gifts, you must accept..."
Ren Zhongyuan was moved.
Seal God Palace was too magnanimous.
After accepting the gifts, they bid farewell.
On the way, Ren Zhongyuan expressed his regret: "If I hadn't done that, I could still be the deputy sect leader now... Oh, I lost my heart."
The other two also expressed their regret.
Then, at the most regrettable moment, Seal God Palace led ten experts and suddenly took action at a mountain pass, launching a surprise attack.
They struck with overwhelming force, killing the three of them.
Before his death, Ren Zhongyuan asked Seal God Palace: "You weren't going to... let me go?"
Seal God Palace smiled: "If it were you, would you let me go?"
"..."
"Then you should have died here."
Finally, the twenty chapters of smoke and ash were completed.
(End of Chapter)
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