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Chapter 290: Yunyang Sect's Next Move
Chapter 290: Yunyang Sect's Next Move
Mid-April.
Grandmaster Taiwu and the Senior Elder had returned to the Yunyang Sect.
Although it would normally take only a few days to reach the capital, Grandmaster Taiwu and the Yunyang Sect's Senior Elder took nearly ten days to arrive.
After staying in the capital for a few more days, they finally returned with their entourage.
The news of the Yunyang Sect's defeat of the Earth Demon had indeed spread far and wide, just as Grandmaster Taiwu had anticipated.
While the common folk might not fully grasp the difficulty of dealing with Earth Demons, the various sects would surely understand the challenges involved, especially those who had encountered these demons before.
The Yunyang Sect's reputation, which had taken a hit, did improve somewhat due to this incident.
Of course, the restoration of their reputation was still limited.
The doubts about the Yunyang Sect could be broadly categorized into two main areas.
The first was the questioning of the Yunyang Sect's ability to nurture their disciples.
Su Chen had been an ordinary disciple in the Yunyang Sect.
It was only after entering the Celestial Capital that his innate talents and potential truly began to shine.
This incident led many to question the Yunyang Sect's judgment and ability to identify the potential of their disciples.
The second doubt was about the decline of the Yunyang Sect's overall strength.
After all, since last year, the Yunyang Sect had faced numerous troubles.
They had to retreat from their front lines and even sought aid from other sects.
The once-mighty Yunyang Sect, the first sect of the Great Zhou Kingdom, had truly fallen from grace.
In the past, it was said that 'No demons could exist within a hundred li of Yunyang,' but now, even the sect's own territory had to be guarded with caution.
This recent victory over the Earth Demon might, at most, prove that the Yunyang Sect still retained some of its former strength.
However, many still doubted the Yunyang Sect's ability to nurture their disciples.
But for the Yunyang Sect, this incident was a significant achievement.
At the very least, it marked the beginning of their reputation's turnaround.
The criticism was no longer as one-sided as it had been initially.
In one of the Yunyang Sect's side halls.
After Grandmaster Taiwu and the Senior Elder returned, they gathered many people.
They recounted the entire incident in detail to the crowd.
At the same time, they also asked everyone to report on other matters concerning the Yunyang Sect.
Following Grandmaster Taiwu's instructions, the Senior Elder began narrating their journey.
In essence, it was a self-boasting session.
Everything he said was about how brilliant Grandmaster Taiwu's arrangements had been.
The cities they passed through, the commotion they caused, and the impact they made—all were described in detail.
After a lengthy narration, the Senior Elder concluded with a summary.
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We, the Yunyang Sect, should have completely regained our standing after defeating the Earth Demon.
It's just a pity that because of that match, many still doubt us."
The Senior Elder summarized the current state of the sect, and Grandmaster Taiwu nodded in agreement.
As the sect leader, he was well aware of the current situation.
The Linhai Manor's defeat had indeed greatly affected the Yunyang Sect's reputation.
In a moment of hesitation, Grandmaster Taiwu seemed to recall something.
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It's been over a year now, and unless something unexpected happened, the Celestial Capital should have given up on claiming it, right?"
Grandmaster Taiwu believed there was collusion between the Celestial Capital and the Linhai Manor.
They made a big deal about the bet before the tournament, making it seem like a genuine competition.
acceptance of the outcome afterward.
In Grandmaster Taiwu's eyes, he saw through it all with his sharp insight.
Upon hearing these words from the Sect Master, the Hall Master in charge of intelligence and information on the stage hesitated slightly.
Grandmaster Taiwu turned to look at him.
He glanced around and hesitated for a while before speaking up.
"Sect Master, according to the information we have received, it seems that Heaven's Pivot City hasn't given up on demanding..."
The Hall Master paused, glanced at the faces of the elders, and then continued.
"The news we received is that Linhai Manor is unwilling to comply and has been making excuses.
They are playing word games in front of Heaven's Pivot City.
Linhai Manor publicly stated that they would only give Situ Sanping a few ordinary elixirs this year, and the rest have been withheld due to Situ Sanping's unsatisfactory performance.
So, even if they give up all their cultivation resources, there would only be a few elixirs."
Upon hearing this, Sun Xuerong, who was standing nearby, let out a cold snort.
"They're just putting on a show for everyone, and by doing this, more people will naturally believe in the mid-year competition."
The Hall Master who spoke also nodded in agreement, but he hadn't finished his sentence.
"Actually, we had the same speculation before. By causing such a ruckus, they can turn a major issue into a minor one. However, Heaven's Pivot City seems to be holding onto this matter and not giving Linhai Manor any face.
They even arranged for people to wait outside Linhai Manor and go there every day to demand.
What was initially a minor issue has now become widely known.
This matter should have a significant impact on Linhai Manor, and many places in Great Zhou have already heard about it.
To put it bluntly, it's a complete loss of face.
I can't quite understand it. It feels like Heaven's Pivot City isn't giving Linhai Manor any leeway at all."
Upon hearing this, even Sun Xuerong couldn't find a suitable reason to explain it.
If both sides collude, will they be so ruthless? If this continues, Linhai Manor will truly lose all face.
"Let's put this matter aside for now. Perhaps these are all part of Linhai Manor and Heaven's Pivot City's plan.
By doing so, more people will believe there is no collusion between them.
The doubts towards our Yunyang Sect will only grow stronger."
After saying this, Grandmaster Taiwu smoothly shifted the topic.
He turned his gaze towards Zhao Li in the crowd and asked.
Apart from the Yunyang Sect's reputation, this matter is what concerns him the most.
"Hall Master Zhao, did you and Xing Wan see Chen Su at the Flying Eagle Sect?"
Upon hearing Grandmaster Taiwu's question, Zhao Li furrowed her brows and shook her head repeatedly.
"Xing Wan and I stayed at the Flying Eagle Sect for over two days, but we still didn't see Chen Su. Xing Wan even secretly searched throughout their entire sect.
But in the end, we couldn't find even a trace."
Upon hearing this, Grandmaster Taiwu sighed.
"The Flying Eagle Sect must have known that we wanted to take Chen Su, so they must have made preparations in advance.
Moreover, before the Ascending Cloud Platform event, our Yunyang Sect's attitude towards him.
It's not just that the Flying Eagle Sect doesn't want him to meet us; even Chen Su himself probably doesn't want to speak with us."
Grandmaster Taiwu's expression showed helplessness.
"Forget it, let's talk about Chen Su's matter later.
With such talent, he can't possibly remain unnoticed in Great Zhou.
We have witnessed such talent in our Yunyang Sect.
Chen Su won't be able to stay in the Flying Eagle Sect, and he will definitely leave.
However, we must be cautious that Heaven's Pivot City might get to him before us."
At this point in the conversation, Grandmaster Taiwu called upon the Yunyang Sect's top disciples to come to the side hall.
Regarding the mid-year competition in the capital, he had a few points to emphasize.
(End of Chapter)
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