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Chapter 238: The Earth Demon's Attack
Chapter 238: The Earth Demon's Attack
Previously, the elders had some doubts, but they still had some faith in Chen Su's abilities.
After all, he was a disciple deemed outstanding by Grandmaster Taiwu.
How bad could he possibly be?
However, from the reports of the frontline disciples, Chen Su's performance was indeed somewhat disappointing.
In dealing with demons, he could no longer be considered exceptional.
Now, it seems more like an optional presence.
Previously, various ideas were considered to attract Chen Su to Yunyang Sect.
But with his current performance, it seems unnecessary.
Grandmaster Taiwu had previously witnessed Chen Su's martial cultivation strength, which was not bad.
However, it was far from the level that required Yunyang Sect to expend significant effort in recruiting him.
"Sect Leader, I think Elder Five's words are also reasonable.
We invited him from Feihong Sect and even gave him half a Heavenly Blossom Fruit.
But with this performance, where is he worthy of our Heavenly Blossom Fruit?
We should ask them to return it, and at most, compensate them with some cultivation resources.
Anyway, the Heavenly Blossom Fruit is now stored in the medicine box, and without the key, they can't take it."
Grandmaster Taiwu, seated in a high position, frowned.
"You say to ask them to return it, but will they really return it?
Who will go and ask for it, Elder Four?"
Sun Xuerong hesitated for a moment and stood up.
"If no one is willing to go, then I'll go.
Feihong Sect doesn't have any disciples who need this Heavenly Blossom Fruit right now.
Giving them some other resources will be a way to save face for them."
Grandmaster Taiwu turned his head towards Sun Xuerong, doing this for Fu Jianyun.
"If you want to go, then go. Just don't damage our Yunyang Sect's reputation.
Think clearly about what you'll say.
It's better to wait a few more days and see."
Grandmaster Taiwu waved his hand, not wanting to continue this discussion.
"It's already February, and the weather is gradually warming up. The activities of demons in the wilderness will also increase again.
The Earth Demon's harassment may descend at any time. Elders, allocate some time, and from the end of February, ensure that there's always a Transcendent Power overseeing the frontline."
Grandmaster Taiwu's main task today was to arrange this matter.
The record books sent by the disciples on the frontline were an unexpected surprise for him.
However, Chen Su's performance truly caught Grandmaster Taiwu off guard.
Elder Three couldn't help but speak up again.
"Sect Leader, should we reassign some tasks to this Chen Su?
He has always advocated for traps and suggested others to learn trap-making.
Why not let him make some mechanisms in the rear, and we won't waste the resources given to Feihong Sect."
Grandmaster Taiwu turned his head to glance at Elder Three.
"Let's not do anything for now. I'll talk to him later."
Doubts arose in his mind.
But Grandmaster Taiwu still felt something was amiss.
It had only been a few months, half a year at most.
Could abilities change so drastically?
Or was it that he had misjudged Chen Su from the start?
Su Chen was unfamiliar with the small booklets created by the Yunyang Sect's frontline disciples and had no intention of learning about them.
As long as they didn't affect him, he didn't care what they did.
On February 9th, Su Chen finally caught sight of an Earth Demon.
It was a grayish-brown demon, and its size didn't seem particularly large.
With the aid of Demon Hunter Expert, Su Chen's vision was enhanced, allowing him to clearly see it from a great distance.
Around it, there seemed to be numerous Golden Demons moving back and forth, serving as its sentinels.
Earth Demons of the canine species inherently possessed highly sensitive senses of smell.
Dealing with it would require some special means.
Additionally, with the assistance of Demon Hunter Expert, Su Chen could discern its strength.
It was already approaching the peak of Earth Demons, just one step away from becoming a Heaven Demon!
Rumors held that demons' bodies were excellent medicine for cultivators.
Previously, in Tiangang City, he had encountered Golden Demons on the verge of a breakthrough, all eager to devour cultivators.
The Earth Demon before them was about to advance, and the martial cultivator it intended to devour was likely at least Sixth Stage.
Most likely, its target was a Fifth Stage martial cultivator.
The Earth Demon began its preparations, probing the area.
And so did Su Chen, setting up his own plan targeting the Earth Demon.
Before launching its attack, it would definitely conduct more probes and ambushes on the frontline.
This would reveal the situation of this new defensive line.
As he patrolled, Su Chen noticed traces left by the demons and reported some potential dangers.
He ignored minor demon attacks or well-fortified areas, focusing on potential dangers.
Su Chen did his best to create an illusion for the Earth Demon, gradually luring it closer with increasing boldness.
The entire defensive line was once again filled with chaotic noises at night.
Through these demon traces, Su Chen discerned a different situation.
These attacking demons were searching for the Hall Master of Yunyang Sect.
The seemingly scattered and chaotic attacks were actually attempts to locate the Hall Master guarding the frontline.
Once it got the chance, this Earth Demon would launch its most ferocious assault.
The Yunyang Sect's frontline seemed to be getting busier by the day.
Everyone had to stay vigilant and alert, with no time to relax.
They were busy beyond measure, but Su Chen's insights grew clearer.
The southeast side of the defensive line was the Earth Demon's chosen location for its assault.
This location was not where Su Chen had initially predicted.
Su Chen immediately set up eye-catching obstacles along the Earth Demon's attack path.
These obstacles would not affect this Earth Demon but would hinder other demons aiding its attack.
The next day, the Earth Demon indeed changed its position.
Its new location was where Su Chen had anticipated.
Along the path, various traps and obstacles had already been set up.
The twenty-sixth day of the first month.
Su Chen noticed the markings left by demons outside the defensive line, indicating an imminent attack.
The Earth Demon, having waited so long, was growing impatient.
On the cusp of advancement, this Earth Demon likely couldn't wait any longer.
After confirming these details, Su Chen immediately went to inform Ge Yingying and Pang Zhongmin.
He asked them to coordinate with his plan.
Upon hearing that Su Chen had found the Earth Demon's traces, Pang Zhongmin and the others laughed.
"Senior Brothers and Sisters, I'm not joking with you all.
Please help inform the Sect Elders.
The Earth Demon's harassment is beyond what those on the frontline can handle.
Inform the Elders, and ask them to come and deal with it outside the defensive line."
After saying this, Su Chen left, heading to the frontline once more for confirmation.
As Su Chen departed, Pang Zhongmin turned to Ge Yingying.
"Junior Sister, do you think he can find the Earth Demon's traces?
And you want us to inform the Sect Elders to cooperate with his plan?
I feel like he's just pretending. Last time, someone went to inform the Elders, and there was no issue at all, but they got scolded severely."
Hearing this, Ge Yingying frowned.
"The Fourth Elder told me that after we submitted the record book, the Sect's higher-ups started to doubt him.
Chen Su probably heard something and wanted to seize the opportunity to showcase his abilities.
Otherwise, after coming for so long, he hasn't produced any results.
I believe he saw the Earth Demon, but wanting to ambush it, he's thinking too much."
After a pause, Ge Yingying pondered, seemingly wanting to be more cautious.
"Let's go check the location Chen Su mentioned and look for traces left by the demons.
Besides us, there's also a reconnaissance team on the frontline gathering information.
If both us and the team can't identify any issues, then let's just go along with him.
Or let him go and inform the Elders himself.
To avoid us getting scolded."
(End of Chapter)
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