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Chapter 321: The Outburst of Ji Haoyue? This is the True Dragon Ao Jiao! (Part 1)
Chapter 321: The Outburst of Ji Haoyue? This is the True Dragon Ao Jiao! (Part 1)
June 9, 2024
"That's true, all for the sake of the Moonlight Lineage," Ji Haoyue nodded in agreement.
But in her heart, she muttered, "Everything, for the sake of the Moonlight Sect."
"..."
...
Three days later, in the dead of night!
A surprise attack erupted with a mighty force.
The Flaming Sun Palace, Star Sea Alliance, and Shadow Demon Palace were simultaneously subjected to fierce assaults, each led by Ninth Stage cultivators or those of equivalent power, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle.
The attack startled countless forces and onlookers.
However, these three sects were not merely empty names.
Even without a Ninth Stage cultivator stationed within, their Clan Protection Formation was not just for show. Despite the formidable assault led by Ninth Stage cultivators, it still took some time to breach their defenses successfully.
But...
The anticipated grand battle never materialized.
Inside the three sects...
They were completely deserted, devoid of any cultivators.
Not only were the cultivators gone, but all resources that could be carried away were taken, leaving not even a single Essence Stone behind.
Buildings that could be dismantled were torn down, and those that couldn't be disassembled were directly destroyed!
It was a complete mess!
"How dare they!" Ji Haoyue couldn't help but curse, "They're all beasts!"
"Is this something humans would do?"
"Are they not cultivators?"
"..."
Ji Haoyue was already furious, and upon hearing these words, her entire body trembled with rage.
She immediately swung her hand and punched the Second Elder, causing him to stumble and look utterly bewildered.
But this was just the beginning.
Over this period, you, that old man, have been the one pushing me the hardest and taking every opportunity to provoke me. And now, you're still trying to act smart here?
I'll show you!
Bam!
I'll let you provoke me!
Bam!
I'll let you...
Bam!
Ji Haoyue finally found an outlet for her anger and unleashed a barrage of punches on the Second Elder, making him howl in pain, almost on the verge of tears, until his face was bruised and swollen, and his eyes were filled with tears.
She then shouted in anger, "So what if they're Demonic Cultivators?"
"Are Demonic Cultivators not human?"
"Don't Demonic Cultivators need Primordial Spirit Qi?"
"This behavior is utterly taboo!"
"If I catch them, I'll make them understand why flowers are so red!"
Ji Haoyue was fuming!
Most importantly, was it really necessary for you all to go this far?!
The Spirit Mountain, in other words, is the 'lifeline' of cultivators.
Without the Spirit Mountain and Primordial Spirit Qi, what's the point of cultivation?
Therefore, even though everyone was utilizing the Spirit Mountain, they were also 'protecting' it for sustainable development.
Moreover, the Immortal Cultivator Continent had an unspoken rule that even in the heat of battle, one should never intentionally destroy a Spirit Mountain.
As a result...
Even in the most intense conflicts between two forces, it was almost impossible to devastate one's own territory so thoroughly.
If they were too powerful?
Then they should fight in the skies or the void!
But the Shadow Demon Palace had the audacity to flee without even engaging in battle.
Fine, they fled. It's understandable if they took their buildings and resources with them.
But without even engaging in combat, they destroyed the entire Spirit Mountain and stripped its foundation...
I know you're trying to prevent us, the Moonlight... Moonlight Lineage, from benefiting, but this is still too much! You're not even human!
Beasts!
They're beasts!
Ji Haoyue continued her tirade.
Soon after, she received news.
The Flaming Sun Palace and Star Sea Alliance had suffered the same fate.
After Lu Ming and Old Hai led the assault and breached their Clan Protection Formation, they witnessed a scene identical to that of the Shadow Demon Palace, if not more thoroughly destroyed!
A Spirit Mountain?
A prime location occupied by a first-rate sect?
Nonsense!
It's so bad that even dogs would shake their heads in disgust!
Cultivating in such a place... it's not impossible, but first, one would have to pay a huge price to restore these Spirit Mountains! Otherwise, it's all just talk.
"They must have planned this together!"
"These are all top-quality Spirit Mountains!" Ji Haoyue clenched her teeth in anger, "How dare they!"
They should all die.
Subsequently.
The Second Elder and the others witnessed a scene they had never seen before and would never forget in their lives.
Ji Haoyue, like a shrew, stomped her feet in rage. As a Ninth Stage cultivator, she was a well-known figure in the Southwest Region, but now, she had become a shrew.
Her mood was evident!
...
"Breaking news, the Moonlight Sect has made their move!"
In a secluded area of Central State, Yan Lie and Chen Mengzhu were hiding, their faces filled with unease.
"It's fortunate that we were decisive enough to evacuate quickly. Otherwise, we would have been doomed today."
"I must correct you, it's the Moon Holding Sect."
"..." Chen Mengzhu said with a dark expression, "At a time like this, let's not nitpick. Being able to escape with our lives is already incredibly lucky."
"That's true, but I... I'm so angry!" Yan Lie couldn't help but roar in a low voice, "I never imagined that it would be destroyed in my hands!"
"We didn't even dare to resist and could only flee with our people, leaving our homeland and becoming strangers in Central State. Now, we're hiding in this corner..."
"So pathetic!!"
"Who isn't pathetic?"
"The Shadow Demon Palace Master huffed coldly, "With insufficient strength, one can only endure!"
"Moreover, although we've left our homeland, the Moon Holding Sect won't gain any benefits either! They've taken everything they could, and what they couldn't, they've destroyed. Even if it's our territory, they might not dare to take it over!"
"But on second thought, I'd rather they take it."
He lowered his head, half of his face hidden in the darkness, making him look especially eerie, "Once they take it over, they'll have to spend a huge price to repair and maintain it."
"The resources spent will not be worth the gain for at least a century."
"In other words, at the very least, it'll delay them for a century, or even several centuries. This is a pitfall they'll have to fall into!"
"It's indeed a pitfall."
Flame suddenly sighed helplessly, "But by doing this, we've already broken the rules."
"At this point, the news has likely spread, and we'll probably become the target of everyone's wrath. The Southwest Region is definitely no longer a place we can return to."
"Is it just the Southwest Region?" Chen asked with a self-deprecating smile.
"Once the news reaches the Central State, we'll also be scorned and even targeted!"
The Demon Palace Master frowned, "Are you blaming us?"
"Saving you was no easy task, and we didn't leave them any benefits. Before leaving, we even dug a pit for them. Am I, the Palace Master, wrong in this matter?"
"..."
"No, no, you're not wrong. It's us who are at fault."
The two sighed, gazing at the vast sky, speechless for a long while.
Well, what can I say...
It's really fcked.
What's the point of discussing this with demon cultivators? If they had scruples, they wouldn't be demon cultivators.
"I can only say..." Flame sighed inwardly, "Demon cultivators are indeed demon cultivators."
"They truly are ruthless and fearless in their actions."
"I wonder, is it right or wrong to ally with the Shadow Demon Palace?"
"There's no turning back now."
"..."
...
Moonlight Lineage.
Lu Ming and the others returned.
Looking at the still grumbling Ji Haoyue, Lu Ming shook his head helplessly, "Old Sect Master, let's stay calm and patient for a while."
"How can I be patient?" Ji Haoyue exclaimed.
"It's infuriating! They got away, and we didn't gain a single benefit. It's really..."
"You're making me lose my temper!"
"They can't escape."
Lu Ming sighed, "If they can't escape the monk, they can't escape the temple. As long as they're still in the Immortal Martial World, there will be opportunities for revenge. As long as we keep developing and getting stronger, taking revenge will only become easier."
"You're right about that," Ji Haoyue sighed, gradually calming down.
What else could he do? No matter how much he cursed, it wouldn't help, and it would only make him seem more like a 'shrew'.
Wait, I'm not a woman!
He suddenly realized.
"Then what do you suggest we do next?" Ji Haoyue asked.
"I think..." Lu Ming's eyes flashed, "We should take over their territory completely and then repair it."
"Have you gone mad?" Ji Haoyue felt his scalp go numb.
"Do you know how difficult it will be?"
"Do you know how much manpower, resources, and money it will cost?"
"It's not worth it!"
"Even considering the long-term benefits, it's still a risky move, and it will undoubtedly slow down our sect's development..."
"I understand."
"For others, this is indeed a big problem. To be so 'greedy' is bound to drag them down, but our Moon Holding Sect is not among them."
Lu Ming smiled, "Their actions are indeed excessive and cunning, but the impact on us is not that significant."
"Have you forgotten about our main lineage?" Ji Haoyue asked.
Lu Ming continued, "Moreover, the resources on the main lineage's side are also very abundant. We don't lack anything, and for others, they wouldn't dare to take over such a territory. But we dare to!"
"We don't lack resources."
"We needn't worry about short-term gains and losses."
"Moreover, from a long-term perspective, no matter which angle you look at it, taking over and repairing their territory will have more benefits than drawbacks, right?"
"Furthermore, even if we don't want it, after repairing it, we can sell it."
"As long as it's well-repaired and suitable, I believe there will be buyers, and not just a few."
"This..."
Ji Haoyue calmed down and pondered, realizing that it was indeed the case.
Indeed, there was some truth to it.
He frowned, "..."
"Strictly speaking, I'm just a guest scholar, and my say doesn't count. Convincing me is useless; if you have the ability, convince your sect master instead!"
"This..."
Lu Ming almost laughed out loud.
You want me to convince myself?
666!
"Alright,"
Lu Ming took a deep breath, "But I think our sect master is wise and valiant, and he should be able to understand the wisdom behind this small matter."
"Rest assured, I'll handle this."
"Even if I'm scolded to the point of bleeding, I'll convince the sect master to agree to this!"
"..."
Lu Ming left.
He walked with a confident and determined stride, as if embarking on a journey from which he might not return.
Half a day later.
He returned.
His expression was somewhat unpleasant.
"Sect Master?" Ji Haoyue asked, noticing Lu Ming's demeanor.
"The sect master..." Lu Ming began.
The others were speechless, seeing Lu Ming's expression despite the sect master's agreement.
"What's the point of putting on this show for?"
Just as they were wondering, Lu Ming added, "However, the Sect Master has proposed a condition."
"What condition?" Second Elder asked, being overly enthusiastic.
Lu Ming sighed, "They said... we can agree to this matter, and the Main Sect will provide resources and manpower to help. However, the Main Sect wants to return to the Moon Embracing Sect's residence and will move there soon."
"But the original Ximen family's territory is not enough, the Main Sect needs more Spirit Mountains and land."
Lu Ming's tone gradually rose, "So, we, the Moonlight Lineage, have to give up over 2,000 Spirit Mountains near the original Ximen family's territory to the Main Sect."
"Can I agree to this?!"
Lu Ming's voice rose, "I immediately refused, and the Sect Master seemed unhappy."
"But... "
Lu Ming continued, "I said, the Moonlight Lineage's territory is not to be given up, even if it means giving up those destroyed Spirit Mountains and land."
The crowd gasped in shock, "???!"
Ji Haoyue covered her forehead, speechless, "Lu Ming, you're usually smart, but why are you being foolish about this?"
"Why not agree?" Ji Haoyue asked, "Isn't the rule that the Sect's territory cannot be given to outsiders? If we give in today, we'll be taken advantage of tomorrow."
Lu Ming looked confused, "But didn't you say that the Sect's territory is not to be given up?"
Ji Haoyue sighed, "That rule is for outsiders, not family. You're being foolish about this."
Ji Haoyue continued, "Besides, agreeing to this is just giving up over 2,000 Spirit Mountains, which originally belonged to the Moon Embracing Sect anyway. What's the harm in returning them to their rightful owner?"
Lu Ming looked at the other Elders, "So... I should agree?"
The Elders nodded in agreement, "That's right! Only a fool wouldn't agree!"
Lu Ming got up to leave, "I'll go talk to the Sect Master then."
After leaving the Moonlight Lineage, Lu Ming couldn't help but smile, "Sometimes, you have to borrow power to achieve your goals."
He was confident that if he had directly asked the Moonlight Lineage to give up the Spirit Mountains, they would have refused and been unhappy about it. But by using the Main Sect's request as leverage, he was able to achieve his goal without directly asking them to give up their territory.
Lu Ming returned half a day later, indicating that he had successfully negotiated with the Sect Master. Ji Haoyue and the others finally smiled, relieved that the matter had been resolved.
The Moonlight Lineage immediately began to withdraw from the Spirit Mountains and started repairing the Flaming Sun Palace and other Sects' territories. This was a massive undertaking that would require significant time, effort, and resources.
Other factions were also watching this development, criticizing the Flaming Sun Palace for their actions while also mocking the Moonlight Lineage for taking on such a difficult task.
"You think the Moonlight Lineage is crazy? They're taking on a massive project like this, but do they have the resources to back it up?"
Someone suddenly asked, "Wait, isn't the Moon Embracing Sect currently a third-rate Sect?"
The crowd fell silent, and someone replied, "Yes, they were evaluated by the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land, but they failed to advance to a second-rate Sect."
The person who asked the question earlier continued, "But that was in the past. What about now? The Fire Virtue Sect has merged with the Moon Embracing Sect, and the Pill Tower, a first-rate faction, has also joined them. Even the Moonlight Sect has become a part of the Moon Embracing Sect. Is the Moon Embracing Sect still a third-rate Sect?"
The crowd looked at each other in confusion, "Is this still a third-rate Sect? Has there ever been a third-rate Sect as powerful as this?"
Someone joked, "If they didn't advance, then it's still a third-rate Sect, right?"
The crowd fell silent, and someone asked, "Have you seen a third-rate Sect with two first-rate Sects and two second-rate factions as its 'branches'? And they're all top-tier?"
"With this level of strength, how can they not be first-rank?"
"First-rank? Have you all forgotten that Ji Haoyue has reached the Ninth Stage! Not to mention anything else, but with the original foundation of the Moonlight Sect, once Ji Haoyue enters the Ninth Stage, shouldn't he easily advance to super first-rank?"
"Although they are considered lower-middle or even at the bottom among the super first-rank sects, they are still super first-rank!"
"So, with a Ninth Stage expert, two first-rank branches, and two second-rank branches, the Moon Holding Sect has the strength to easily sweep through ordinary first-rank sects. Are they really a third-rank sect?!"
"Is there such a third-rank sect?"
"There wasn't one before." The man spread his hands, "But now there is, isn't there?"
"It's the Moon Holding Sect."
"Furthermore, who says a third-rank sect can't be strong? Besides, they aren't unwilling to advance; it's just that their application didn't pass. Are you questioning the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land's assessment?"
"This...!"
Everyone was stunned.
Who would dare say such words?!
Are they really daring enough to imply that they are questioning the Holy Land?
(End of Chapter)
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