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Chapter 216: Unification with the Moon Embrace Sect! The Formation of Fire Virtue Peak (Part 2)
Chapter 216: Unification with the Moon Embrace Sect! The Formation of Fire Virtue Peak (Part 2)
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"As for loyalty, Brother Lin, you don't need to worry at all."
Fire Kunlun took a deep breath.
"I've thought it through, and I'm aware that the Moon Embrace Sect was once betrayed by the Ximen and Zhou families, which led to its decline. So, as long as you agree, I will ensure that everyone in the Fire Virtue Sect swears a Heavenly Dao Vow of eternal loyalty and undivided heart."
"This vow must be made to join the Moon Embrace Sect."
"Otherwise, they can leave the mountain and no longer be considered disciples of the Fire Virtue Sect or the Moon Embrace Sect."
"As for other matters..."
"..."
Fire Kunlun became even more hesitant.
Clearly, he had thought everything through long ago.
At this moment, his words were comprehensive.
Lin Fan's concerns and even those he hadn't considered were addressed, and he provided what could be considered a perfect solution, of course, this perfection was from Lin Fan's perspective.
If seen from Fire Kunlun's perspective... he might not agree.
Finally, Fire Kunlun concluded, "In any case, I hope Brother Lin will give us a chance."
"Let the Fire Virtue Sect have something to rely on."
"I hope... we can honor the Moon Embrace Sect as our superior!"
As he spoke, he paid attention to Lin Fan's micro-expressions.
But Lin Fan was already beaming with joy.
He had thought there was some major issue, scaring him into almost refusing.
And this was it?!
This?!
Hey!
Fire Virtue Sect, I've been planning this for a long time, right?
Otherwise, why do you think I've been 'keeping' you, giving you so many benefits, and providing so many high-quality pills?
Isn't it because I want to slowly achieve this?
I just didn't expect it to be this fast.
I never imagined you'd bring it up so soon!
In Lin Fan's opinion, the Fire Virtue Sect was definitely going to be absorbed, but not now, because the timing wasn't right yet. If he were to step forward and say to the Fire Virtue Sect, "Stop playing the Fire Virtue Sect game, just directly join the Moon Embrace Sect," they might jump out and fight him!
But who would've thought...
This 'favorability' would increase even faster than he imagined?
In the midst of this, what exactly went wrong? He racked his brains but couldn't figure it out.
However, this is undoubtedly good news.
There will indeed be a burden.
The main issue lies with the Alchemy Branch.
But, we can simply follow Fire Kunlun's suggestion and maintain the status quo for now.
We can discuss it again once the production catches up!
Moreover, it won't take too long.
Although Fire Virtue Sect is a large and influential sect, the vast majority of its nearly one million disciples are below the Fifth Realm.
As for Fifth Realm and above pills, Xiao Ling'er alone can handle it.
Regarding Fourth Realm pills, it's hard to say for those above the Seventh Rank.
The inner disciples of the Alchemy Branch, under Xiao Ling'er's guidance, have already started mass-producing them.
Among them, Huo Yun'er is now the second alchemist of Moon Embrace Sect.
She knows how to refine pills, and has even participated in alchemy competitions.
Furthermore, she also has a unique flame...
Under Xiao Ling'er's guidance, her rapid progress is only natural, right?
Even more, she can refine pills for the Fifth and Sixth Realms, stabilizing the Fifth and Sixth Ranks, and occasionally producing Sixth and Seventh Ranks.
In other words...
There is actually no shortage of pills for the Fifth Realm and above.
Below the Fifth Realm...
At most, it won't be lacking in two to three years.
After all, once Fire Virtue Sect integrates, its disciples will become Moon Embrace Sect's disciples, and the Alchemy Branch of Fire Virtue Sect can fully merge with Moon Embrace Sect's Alchemy Branch!
Then, we can select some good seedlings and let Xiao Ling'er guide them for two years.
This way, the production of low-level high-quality pills will naturally increase.
Lin Fan contemplated.
Fire Kunlun, on the other hand, felt like an ant on a hot pan, enduring the torment.
Why aren't you saying anything?!
He had no expression, not even a hint of refusal...
At least say something!
Finally.
Lin Fan made a move.
"Uncle Fire."
He looked deeply into Fire Kunlun's eyes, "With this proposal, it represents that you, Uncle Fire, hold me, Lin Fan, and Moon Embrace Sect in high regard. Naturally, I welcome it."
"Do the elders of your sect agree?"
He couldn't understand how his favorability increased so quickly, and how the conquest progressed at such a pace.
He was afraid that Fire Kunlun's mind was clouded with excitement, and the other elders might not agree!
What about them?
Fire Kunlun thought of the elders' indirect urgings.
He also recalled the elders pointing at him and cursing, but couldn't help but smile.
How could they disagree?!
"They all agree."
After all, they should give their own people some face.
Although those old guys went a bit too far, this black pot... sigh.
He took the blame.
"If so, I have no objections."
"You are most welcome!"
Lin Fan couldn't help but smile, "But, there's one thing I don't understand. Fire Virtue Sect is in a good state of development and not far from being first-rate. Why did this idea suddenly come about?"
"Not hiding from the old... cough, not hiding from the Sect Master."
Fire Kunlun directly addressed him as Sect Master, solidifying their relationship!
"Actually, it's all just false prosperity."
"Fire Virtue Sect has the techniques, resources, connections, and wealth... It seems to have everything, but lacks sufficient combat power."
"But in the end, the cultivation world values strength above all."
He heaved a bitter laugh.
Unwilling to continue, he had just 'bet' on them, and now he was questioning their decision? What was he thinking?!
"False prosperity?"
He didn't elaborate.
Lin Fan suddenly understood, muttering, "Hoarding food but not guns, your sect is a granary..."
This logic, how could he not understand?
But previously, he didn't think that Fire Virtue Sect, a top-tier second-rate sect, actually had a lot of 'water'.
Moreover, he couldn't help but think of that hypothesis—if a global chaos was about to break out, and the world would be plunged into turmoil, and you had a billion, what would you hoard?
Various answers were all over the place.
Some thought it should be food, after all, people need food to survive.
Some believed it should be medicine, especially anti-inflammatory medicine. After all, medicine is a hard currency that can be exchanged for many things.
There were also those who thought it should be gold, at least for now, gold is the most stable 'currency', and regardless of who is in power, gold's value won't decrease, and it can also be used to purchase almost everything~
But when Lin Fan saw these answers, he couldn't help but laugh.
Ma De...
If the hypothesis were true, and the world was in chaos, what's the point of exchanging things?
What are you thinking?!
Of course, one should hoard food, but the most important thing is guns, guns!
Fire Virtue Sect's current situation is probably like this.
The Xianwu Continent is actually between order and disorder~
And Fire Virtue Sect's 'guns', or its firepower, is somewhat lacking, so it's understandable that they would make such a choice.
During the funds, Moon Embrace Sect flexed its muscles~
Plus, the allure of pills.
It's not surprising that Fire Virtue Sect made this choice.
"Hmm... There should also be some Unmatched Techniques."
Lin Fan completely dispelled his doubts.
Fire Kunlun, on the other hand, kept muttering, "Hoarding food but not guns, your sect is a granary..."
He couldn't help but sigh in agreement.
"That's right!"
"It's absolutely right!"
If it were someone else, they might not know what a 'gun' is, thinking it's a red-tasseled spear~
But Fire Kunlun knew very well.
Barrett, right?
"Then, let's agree on this?"
He stared at Lin Fan.
Ma De...
Forget about all that!
Before, they hoarded food but not guns, but from now on, our Fire Virtue Sect, is a part of Moon Embrace Sect!
We have Xiao Ling'er, Ya Ya, Qiu Yongqin, Wang Teng, and...
So many Peerless Talents!
We also have Long Ao Jiao, Song Yun Xiao, Lu Ming, and other powerful external aids.
In the southwestern realm, a great commotion was stirring. The news of Fire Virtue Sect's decision had spread like wildfire, leaving lesser sects in awe and even the elite and super-elite sects feeling agitated.
"How dare they!"
"Have Fire Virtue Sect and Fire Kunlun gone mad? To merge into Moon Embrace Sect? Why choose them over us? It's preposterous!"
"They're fools!"
"They should've chosen us!"
At the root of it all, these words were uttered: "Sour."
Fire Virtue Sect might not have the strongest fist, but their skills and business acumen were top-notch. They were a money-making enterprise, a guaranteed profit-generating entity. Regardless of which side they joined, they would bring substantial wealth and accelerate the development of the chosen sect. Countless factions had once offered olive branches to Fire Virtue Sect, but they had always been ignored.
Fire Virtue Sect prided itself on its independence and self-sufficiency, and with its extensive connections, it couldn't be forced into anything. So, the matter had been dragged on indefinitely. It was assumed that there wouldn't be any changes, especially given Fire Virtue Sect's previously resolute stance.
Therefore, in the eyes of the elite sect members, even if Fire Virtue Sect sought to join another sect, it should at least be a super-elite or even a holy land!
But now, the news was out. Fire Virtue Sect was indeed preparing to merge with another power, and it was none other than Moon Embrace Sect, a third-rate sect!
"Madness!"
"Fire Kunlun has lost his mind!"
"Moon Embrace Sect is already unstable, with numerous enemies. Perhaps they could've survived for a while, but now they've exposed themselves. They were already on the brink, and with Fire Virtue Sect merging with them... This is like adding fuel to the fire!"
"Even if we don't want to take action, with such a juicy target, others will surely make their move!"
They cursed and mocked, their voices rising in a wave of criticism, nearly drowning out Fire Virtue Sect.
However, Fire Kunlun and the other elders and high-ranking members of Fire Virtue Sect remained unwavering in their decision, seemingly unbothered by the backlash. They were determined to have all their members swear an oath, informing every disciple of this requirement.
But...
The disciples were unaware of the specific situation within Moon Embrace Sect.
Title: The Fire Virtue Sect's Integration
[Scene: Fire Virtue Sect's Mountain Gate]
The Fire Virtue Sect's mountain gate was bustling with a large gathering of disciples, their expressions varied, most of them feeling conflicted.
"I'm leaving," one of the disciples announced, waving his hand. "I joined the Fire Virtue Sect because of its promising future, but who knows what madness has overcome the Sect Leader and the others... Sigh, never mind, I won't say more."
"In any case, I'm not going to the Moon Embrace Sect. Even if they have the strength, I can't bear the shame of being laughed at."
"Senior Brother, Junior Brothers and Sisters, may we meet again in the future."
"Senior Brother, I'm leaving too."
"I... sigh, I'm leaving as well."
"My mother asked me to leave..."
...
Fire Kunlun's face turned grim as he received the final data. "More than ten percent of the disciples chose to leave?"
Lin Fan shook his head and smiled. "It's understandable. Joining the Moon Embrace Sect also has its dangers, and not everyone is willing to take the risk."
He didn't like saying things like 'Today they ignore us, tomorrow they'll ignore us.'
But everyone has their own choices in life.
How they choose is up to them.
As long as they don't regret it later, their choices have nothing to do with him.
"That's true."
"Removing these people in advance reduces some pressure."
Fire Kunlun snapped back to reality, nodding slightly. "Tomorrow, the ceremony will proceed as planned."
"Good."
...
[The Next Day]
The Fire Virtue Sect officially merged with the Moon Embrace Sect, becoming the Fire Virtue Peak within the Moon Embrace Sect's Artifact Refining Division.
According to the observers, on that day, thundering heavenly might filled the Moon Embrace Sect, and the aura of the heavenly path lingered, not dissipating for a long time.
Countless cultivators made vows, but what puzzled them was the absence of opposition or dissatisfaction from the Fire Virtue Sect's elders.
Instead, everyone was in high spirits, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
This left them utterly confused, unable to comprehend the reason behind it.
...
The Fire Virtue Sect became a thing of the past.
From then on, there was only the Fire Virtue Peak within the Moon Embrace Sect.
The integration was recent, and the sects needed time to adjust.
Especially since the Fire Virtue Peak disciples outnumbered the Moon Embrace Sect disciples by several dozen times. Fortunately, the Fire Virtue Peak's elders were skilled in managing their disciples, and the Moon Embrace Sect disciples were also growing... especially with contemporary disciples like Xiao Ling'er.
They had nothing to fear.
As various cultivation methods and secret techniques were shared, the strength of all Moon Embrace Sect disciples steadily improved.
Even the food for the many spiritual beasts in the Spirit Beast Garden increased significantly.
Over a month later...
The Moon Embrace Sect continued their usual cultivation.
Suddenly, a vast demonic power swept through, causing the entire Moon Embrace Sect's five hundred and twenty spiritual mountains to tremble. The protective sect array was on the verge of collapse, almost blown away by the 'wind.'
"There's a Demon King!"
Lin Fan's eyebrows furrowed.
Immediately, numerous powerful cultivators from the Moon Embrace Sect rushed out.
"It's the Samadhi Divine Wind!"
A Supreme Elder from the Fire Virtue Peak exclaimed in shock. "I saw this Samadhi Divine Wind in my youth. Once it blows with full force, it can disperse even the souls of men!"
Ya Ya frowned. Her injuries had not fully healed, but she was ready to take action.
"Still!"
She raised her hand, and the Bronze Immortal Palace flew out, covering the Moon Embrace Sect in midair, stabilizing the sect.
Only then did the disciples dare to cautiously peek out, all of them in awe.
"What's going on?!"
Wang Teng rubbed his eyes, eager to test his strength.
"You're looking for me."
Long Ao Jiao narrowed her eyes.
She knew the other party's purpose, but at this moment, she had to pretend otherwise.
Otherwise, it would implicate the Moon Embrace Sect.
Lin Fan and the others could also guess the reason, but at this time, they too had to feign ignorance.
Boom! A demonic aura slashed through, and in an instant, it seemed like the entire sky had been split open.
Countless white clouds were torn apart, creating a breathtaking scene.
Immediately, over ten Demon Kings descended, all of them winged demons with malicious intent.
"You Moon Embrace Sect, how dare you!"
The first Demon King was engulfed in raging flames, his aura formidable. He had reached the peak of the Eighth Realm, and being a demon, his physical body was stronger, making him slightly more powerful than a human cultivator of the same realm.
He spoke harshly, "You dare to hide our winged demon's mortal enemy, what punishment do you deserve?"
"You bring an army to seek justice?"
Lin Fan stepped forward, expressionless. "Evidence?"
"Our presence here is the evidence!"
"We, the winged demon kings, have come personally, and you, a third-rate sect, dare to ask us for evidence?"
"Nonsense!"
The Demon King roared with laughter.
"Then let's fight?"
Lin Fan responded.
The Demon Kings: "..."
What? This kid doesn't play by the rules?!
The Demon King, engulfed in flames, scoffed. "Out of consideration for your ignorance and since you're not the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land, I can't be bothered to argue. Just hand over the person."
He actually wanted to say, don't think we're afraid of your Moon Embrace Sect.
He was just... afraid of that little girl from the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land!
Especially seeing that girl's eager expression, their scalps went numb.
"Heh."
Lin Fan smiled lightly. "So that's it."
"But since you say our Sect Leader is unaware, you should at least tell him who to hand over."
"Naturally, it's Long Aotian!"
"Long Aotian?"
Lin Fan was utterly 'astonished.' "Long Aotian is in our Moon Embrace Sect?"
He turned to the disciples and elders. "Where's Long Aotian?"
Everyone shook their heads in unison. "We don't know."
Long Ao Jiao hugged her arms, feigning disinterest.
(End of Chapter)
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