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Chapter 249: Reconnaissance Mission
Chapter 249: Reconnaissance Mission
It sounded almost comical.
To deal with the Earth Demon, they had to go collect the filth of demons.
Zhao Li shared her conversation with Su Chen with Grandmaster Taiwu.
After some discussion, they decided to give it a try.
However, the Yunyang Sect's frontline had not seen any demons for quite some time.
Even the demon's feces were hard to find.
Grandmaster Taiwu decided to take matters into his own hands and arranged for a group of disciples to venture into the wilderness.
With Grandmaster Taiwu's presence, the demons knew better than to come close.
Throughout the entire process, not a single demon appeared.
Within half a day, the disciples gathered a large amount of filth, the stench filling the air.
Collecting was not difficult; several locations seemed to be gathering places for demons, allowing them to gather a significant amount in one go.
After transporting these filthy materials back, they scattered them outside the first defense line.
Many at the Yunyang Sect's frontline heard about this arrangement.
To go into the wilderness and collect feces seemed truly comical and embarrassing.
But since Su Chen had successfully tracked the Earth Demon's traces before, they trusted his methods, even if they sounded strange.
Although they had doubts, no one dared voice them, fearing repercussions for unfounded skepticism.
The method, which initially seemed unreliable, gained acceptance due to Su Chen's previous reputation, leaving no room for questioning.
Su Chen himself wasn't entirely confident in this method.
It had only been used on a small scale before, targeting greater demons.
No one could be sure if it would work against the Earth Demon.
In the following days, Su Chen continued to guide the disciples.
During this time, Senior Sister Yu Zhi was also assigned to the frontline.
In front of others, Senior Sister Yu Zhi and 'Chen Su' pretended not to know each other.
She was aware that the Yunyang Sect harbored resentment towards Su Chen.
Even if she wanted to reveal her identity, it would only be safe to do so when Su Chen was out of harm's way.
After four days, some began to question Su Chen's method.
But that very afternoon, Su Chen discovered traces of the Earth Demon.
After confirming the traces, Su Chen immediately informed Hall Master Zhao Li.
Several people accompanied them to inspect the traces left by the Earth Demon.
After a thorough investigation, everyone from the Yunyang Sect nodded in agreement.
"It does seem to be traces left by the Earth Demon.
Although it's close to the frontline, it's still quite a distance away."
Hall Master Zhao Li frowned.
"Based on the markings it left, this Earth Demon seems to have lost its vigor.
Currently, it dares not risk an attack."
Hall Master Zhao Li provided some insights based on the Earth Demon's traces.
Others around her agreed, but it was unclear if they had figured it out or were just following along.
When the group returned from outside the defense line, Grandmaster Taiwu had already arrived.
Grandmaster Taiwu summoned Hall Master Zhao Li to inquire about the situation and, upon her recommendation, brought Su Chen and Liu Xingwan to the tent.
"I've just shared my thoughts with the Sect Leader, but let's hear what 'Chen Su' has to say.
After all, this response strategy was based on 'Chen Su's' method."
Hall Master Zhao Li smiled as she spoke, her respect for 'Chen Su' growing.
"Grandmaster Taiwu, my thoughts align with Hall Master Zhao Li's.
This Earth Demon is on the verge of promotion, and it barely escaped death last time. Now, it will be much more cautious than before.
In my opinion, this Earth Demon is unlikely to attack the frontline again.
It will likely just patrol the outskirts of the frontline.
To eliminate it, we need to conduct reconnaissance and track its traces in the wilderness."
Reconnaissance
In the vast Yunyang Sect, how many disciples were capable of carrying out reconnaissance missions?
Chen Su's words caused Taiwu Zhenren's frown to deepen.
"So, you mean we shouldn't enter the wilderness, and we can't handle this Earth Demon?"
"Perhaps someone with intelligence can come up with a solution."
"But please forgive me, Senior Taiwu, I can't think of a better approach."
After this conversation, Chen Su took the lead and left.
In the tent, Taiwu Zhenren, Zhao Li, and Liu Xingwan remained.
"Zhao Hall Master, what do you think?"
Zhao Li had already formed some thoughts in her mind.
"My opinion is actually similar to Chen Su's. In the current situation, we must rely on reconnaissance missions."
But I don't think this is entirely bad."
Zhao Li paused for a moment and observed Taiwu Zhenren's expression before continuing.
"Each time the Earth Demon approaches the front defense line, its vigilance will undoubtedly reach an extremely high level.
It will be very cautious with every step, and we have little room for error in our response.
However, in the wilderness, this Earth Demon won't be as vigilant.
If we can clearly identify the Earth Demon's location, Hall Master, you can directly attack its hidden position.
The Earth Demon may not have a chance to react.
This ambush strategy might yield remarkable results."
Taiwu Zhenren didn't find Zhao Li's suggestion unacceptable.
But who will confirm the Earth Demon's location? Who will track its trail?
In hesitation, Taiwu Zhenren seemed to think of something.
"You want Chen Su to scout for the Earth Demon's trail?"
Hearing this, Zhao Li nodded.
Apart from Chen Su, she couldn't think of anyone else who could do it.
She believed she could, but her cultivation realm might be easily detected by the demons.
Moreover, she was currently the demon's primary target among the warriors.
"Reconnaissance missions are extremely dangerous, especially when targeting this Earth Demon.
Half a Heavenly Blossom Fruit, and I feel Chen Su has already done enough.
If he takes on this reconnaissance mission for our Yunyang Sect again, he might be even more reluctant to help our sect."
"But Hall Master, who in our sect can undertake this reconnaissance mission? Should we just drag this issue out?
In my opinion, only Chen Su can lead this mission.
If possible, it's best for Xingwan to accompany him on this reconnaissance mission."
Zhao Li's suggestion seemed to align with Taiwu Zhenren's thoughts.
In the vast Yunyang Sect, we can't always rely on Chen Su, a disciple of the Eagleeye Sect.
Arrange for Xingwan to join him, and both of them understand that it's more of a symbolic gesture.
In the wilderness, most decisions will be made by 'Chen Su'.
Beside her, Liu Xingwan nodded, expressing her willingness to undertake this reconnaissance mission.
She also had confidence in her ability to protect herself and felt no issues.
"Can you send Jianyun as well? If we resolve this Earth Demon Plague, it'll be an opportunity to correct his reputation.
You know, Hall Master, that his reputation within the sect has declined significantly over the past year."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Li shook her head repeatedly.
"Hall Master, you gave half a Heavenly Blossom Fruit to Chen Su, and he already had grievances towards him.
Moreover, with Jianyun's personality, will he listen to Chen Su's arrangements?
A simple matter might become complicated."
Taiwu Zhenren nodded in response to Zhao Li's words.
Despite his recent dissatisfaction with Jianyun, Taiwu Zhenren still supported him.
(End of Chapter)
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