The Sect Leader's Bizarre Recruitment Chapter 328: War Begins! Moon Holding Sect VS Hidden Soul Pavilion! (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 328: War Begins! Moon Holding Sect VS Hidden Soul Pavilion! (Part 1)

Chapter 328: War Begins! Moon Holding Sect VS Hidden Soul Pavilion! (Part 1)

2024-06-16

"Yes, Palace Lord!" Qiu Yongqin returned to his normal appearance, his entire body trembling.

Lin Fan snapped his fingers, and a Ninth Rank Heaven Repair Pill accurately fell into Qiu Yongqin's mouth. His injuries began to recover at the fastest speed, and even the consumed essence and blood were gradually replenished.

Qiu Yongqin slowly calmed down. "Palace Lord, we must not be impulsive. The Hidden Soul Pavilion is extremely powerful, with hundreds or thousands of Protectors, many of whom are Golden Protectors. The four Palace Lords, including the main and deputy ones, are all Ninth Stage existences. Especially the Palace Lord of the Hidden Soul Pavilion, who has already entered the late stage of the Ninth Stage and has become even more terrifying in recent years."

"I was lucky to escape with my life, and we must not..."

"No need to say more," Lin Fan interrupted. "This war is unavoidable."

Lin Fan smiled wryly: "I know your sincere heart, but our Moon Holding Sect is not that weak. You've been away from the sect for too long and don't know the changes within."

"This war, even if we don't destroy the Hidden Soul Pavilion, they will still have to pay a great price."

"Let's go!" Lin Fan pulled Qiu Yongqin and flew towards the Hidden Soul Pavilion.

Meanwhile, Ji Chu Tong asked, "Are we going to the Hidden Soul Pavilion? Are you crazy?"

Season Ling'er smiled slightly: "This is the Palace Lord's order. We've prepared for a life-and-death battle. What's there to fear?"

Ji Chu Tong refused: "This is my deep-seated hatred. I must take action personally, no matter what."

In her heart, she thought, "Even if I die, I want to die before that guy does."

Along the way, Ji Chu Tong asked, "How much do you know about the Hidden Soul Pavilion's strength?"

Season Ling'er shook her head: "I don't know, but I believe in the Palace Lord."

Ji Chu Tong looked at Jie Haoyue, who was following them with a gloomy face: "Do you also believe in him?"

Jie Haoyue remained silent, thinking to himself, "You think I want to come here? If the Haoyue lineage wasn't in danger, I wouldn't be so reckless. I'm not crazy."

Season Ling'er intervened, "Don't think too much, Senior Jie is naturally taciturn and doesn't like to joke."

Jie Haoyue thought, "You're the one who's taciturn. Your whole family is taciturn!"

Suddenly, a woman stopped the group of Hidden Soul Pavilion Protectors who were rushing to assist. "Stop!"

She let out a characteristic, eerie laugh: "The latest news is that Li Huafa and Jiu Huafa's group has almost been annihilated. Season Ling'er and Ji Chu Tong's reinforcements have arrived, and there's even a Ninth Stage expert taking action. Our battle plan must change. We need to immediately retreat and await orders!"

The Second Elder, disguised as Wu Huafa, led the Protectors in retreat. Her status was high, and no one suspected her words.

As they retreated, Wu Huafa thought to herself, "How can I coordinate with the inside and outside to play the greatest role? This is easier said than done and requires careful planning."

"I still don't understand why the Hidden Soul Pavilion people always laugh like that when they speak. Who laughs like that? Are they bad people? Even if they are, this laughter is too eerie."

Inside the Hidden Soul Pavilion, the severely injured Li Huafa returned, looking at the gathered Protectors and Elders with a sunken face. "I'm sorry, everyone. We were no match for them."

The Deputy Palace Lord, Luo Ling, waved his hand: "It's not your fault. There's a Ninth Stage expert involved."

Another Deputy Palace Lord, Li Hun, coldly snorted: "If it's not their fault, is it ours? You're useless, go back and receive your punishment!"

Li Huafa bowed: "Yes."

When he heard he would be punished, Li Huafa felt relieved.

At this moment, the third Deputy Palace Lord, Yin Juechen, let out an eerie laugh: "Deputy Palace Lord Li is truly kind-hearted, treating his own subordinates with such mercy. This method of openly punishing while secretly protecting is truly impressive."

Luo Ling coldly snorted: "Nonsense! I don't know what you're talking about."

I don't acknowledge it, what can you do to me?

He was fearless!

The three Deputy Pavilion Lords of the Hidden Soul Pavilion had always been in competition with each other for the position of Pavilion Lord. Not drawing blood in their battles was already considered extremely restrained.

For such a minor matter), how could they be afraid?

"Enough."

"A formidable enemy is before us." Luo Ling solemnly said, "A mere Golden Protector can't influence the overall situation."

"Then let's quickly discuss countermeasures."

"Moonlight Sect..."

"How should we respond?"

"Let me be blunt, the Moonlight Sect is not simple. We must not be careless!"

"Nonsense!"

Yin Juechen sneered, "A mere Moonlight Sect, what's the big deal if they have a Ninth Stage expert? They're just a bunch of chickens and dogs."

"Luo Ling, have you been living as a dog these years?"

"It's just the Moonlight Sect, and you say it's not simple?"

"If you're afraid, then wait here. After I sweep through the Moonlight Sect, I'll come back to finish the job. That way, you'll still get a share of the credit."

"Hmph."

Luo Ling gave a strange laugh and said no more.

Among the three Deputy Pavilion Lords, only he had dealings with the Moonlight Sect, and he knew that the sect was not as simple as it seemed on the surface.

But...

How could he tell the other two?

"Not bad."

Li Hun chimed in, "If the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land insists on protecting the Moonlight Sect, or if they don't dare to come out of their Southwest Region, perhaps we really shouldn't take action."

"But according to my knowledge, the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land has already recalled their 'Holy Maiden', and this place is in our Eastern Region!"

"If the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land dares to take action... Are they implying that our Eastern Region's Demon God Palace is just for show?"

Luo Ling gave another cold laugh, "You're all right."

"Then please."

"Pfft."

Yin Juechen, confident in his control, sneered, "Luo Ling, Deputy Pavilion Lord Luo."

"You don't think we're three-year-old children who can be deceived by your act, do you?"

"You pretend to be enigmatic here, wanting us to doubt and hesitate, but in reality, you're just looking for an opportunity to take action and claim the credit."

"Unfortunately, you can deceive others, but not me."

"Old Ghost Luo."

"Believe me."

"My understanding of you is even greater than your own!"

Luo Ling: "..."

Ah, you're absolutely right.

Your understanding of me is greater than my own. Everyone knows me better than I know myself, right?

It was so funny it could kill someone.

Laughter raged within him, but he didn't show it at all. Instead, his face darkened.

"Hmph."

"You've hit the mark." Li Hun, standing by, couldn't help but laugh, "Yin Juechen, you really have a way with words. With just a few sentences, you've broken through Old Ghost Luo's defenses. Without even speaking, he's already confessed everything."

"Since that's the case, what are we waiting for? Let's take action together!" Yin Juechen said faintly.

"Okay, you and I will take action together. It's just a mere Ninth Stage expert, Ji Haoyue. How could she possibly turn the tables?"

"Old Ghost Luo."

"You..."

"Since you say they're not that simple and hard to deal with, they must disagree with our actions and won't take action, right?"

They ganged up on Luo Ling.

Luo Ling coldly snorted and left with a flick of his sleeves.

"You've hit his sore spot."

"He's broken through, what a bore."

Li Hun and Yin Juechen shook their heads and then burst into laughter, "Gather our forces! We'll set off in ten breaths and capture everyone from the Moonlight Sect!"

"..."

...

"Pavilion Lord."

Not long after Luo Ling left, one of his trusted aides frowned, "They didn't fall for the plan and have already set off with their forces. If they succeed in claiming this major achievement, what should we do?"

"Nonsense."

Luo Ling couldn't hold back his laughter, "Do you really think the Moonlight Sect is an easy target?"

"Do you also think they're not only easy targets but also stupid?"

"You should also consider that without sufficient strength and confidence, how dare a mere Moonlight Sect take action against our sect?"

"Are they all living on borrowed time?"

"Ah, this..."

The aide's face changed, "Pavilion Lord, do you mean...?"

"Of course, it's a fake!"

Luo Ling glanced at him, somewhat self-satisfied, "After being by my side for so long, when have you seen me act so foolishly?"

"Not to mention other things, just the Moonlight Sect, I've indirectly dealt with them."

"Back then, I was stopped on the way to the Dan Tower."

"Later, I investigated."

"That Hai Dongpo wasn't invited by the Dan Tower but was invited by the Moonlight Sect."

The aide's face changed slightly, "So, the Moonlight Sect has at least two Ninth Stage experts?"

"Two?"

Luo Ling's smile widened, "Unless the Sect Master of the Moonlight Sect, Ji Haoyue, and Hai Dongpo are all brainless, otherwise, with only two Ninth Stage experts, how dare they take action?"

"..."

"So, three Ninth Stage experts? Just in the Moonlight Sect?!"

The aide took a deep breath, feeling a chill.

The other elders and protectors under Luo Ling also felt their scalps go numb.

"Three, and that's just the minimum!"

Luo Ling coldly smiled, "Do you think they're easy targets, fools that can be easily manipulated and humiliated? Yin Juechen and Li Hun, those two fools, are too arrogant and self-righteous. They claim to have seen through me, but in reality..." He sneered.

He turned away, even more disdainful.

"A great move, using others to do your dirty work!"

The aide's eyes lit up, "Brilliant!!!"

"Just now, the Pavilion Lord advised us to be cautious and informed us that the Moonlight Sect is not to be trifled with, but they insist on their own way. When the battle starts, they'll realize their opponent's strength, but by then, it'll be too late to retreat."

"Even if they aren't killed, they'll still suffer heavy losses, and it's possible that one or even two Deputy Palace Lords will be injured!"

"In that case, whether they live or die, they won't gain any advantage, and they will make a grave mistake due to this wrong judgment!"

"Palace Lord, you... soon, you can lead the entire Hidden Soul Pavilion!"

"Borrowing a knife to kill?"

Luo Ling's eyebrows furrowed, "Foolish!"

"I did remind them, but what good will that do?"

"After reminding them once, everything will be fine, and there's no need to worry?"

"In the end, they're 'our own people'. Once the Palace Lord blames us, even I, as the Deputy Palace Lord, will be held accountable."

"So..."

"What do you mean, Palace Lord?"

"Wait!"

Luo Ling let out a strange laugh.

"Wait?"

"Yes!"

"Wait!"

"Wait for them to make their move, wait for them to engage in an all-out battle."

"Wait for them to fight until they're at a disadvantage, until they're about to lose and flee in disarray, then I, as the Palace Lord, will lead you all in a powerful intervention, turning the tide of battle."

"All right."

"Who's stronger, who's smarter, who has better leadership skills, do I need to say more?"

The trusted followers were overjoyed.

"Brilliant!"

"Your Highness, your insight is unparalleled!"

"Hahaha."

Luo Ling burst into laughter, "Prepare immediately, send people to keep a close eye on the battlefield, and as soon as the opportunity arises, we'll strike!"

"Yes, Palace Lord!"

...

Meanwhile, Luo Ling was daydreaming about becoming the Palace Lord, marrying the Celestial Maiden, and reaching the pinnacle of life.

But suddenly, he heard terrible news!

"Palace Lord!"

One of his trusted followers rushed in, his face ashen.

"Did your mother die? Why the panic?"

"Speak properly!" Luo Ling interrupted, annoyed at having his 'dream' disrupted.

Follower: "..."

"Palace Lord."

Suppressing his anger, the follower said in a low voice, "This is a dire situation."

"The Blood Sea Sub-Pavilion just sent an urgent message, saying they're under attack. All the members of the Hidden Soul Pavilion in the Blood Sea Sub-Pavilion are resisting, but they're no match for the enemy. Now, communication with them has been completely lost."

"What?!"

Luo Ling's expression darkened instantly.

Before he could ask more, another Elder of the Soul Pavilion rushed in, "Deputy Palace Lord Luo, the East Sea Market Sub-Pavilion is requesting aid. They're being invaded by a powerful enemy, and they can only defend passively. Now... communication has been lost."

"The East Sea Market?"

"Reporting!"

"Deputy Palace Lord Luo, the Amethyst Mine Sub-Pavilion is requesting aid."

"Reporting, Deputy Palace Lord, the life tokens of all the disciples in the Black Abyss Valley Sub-Pavilion have been shattered. It's estimated that the Sub-Pavilion has been completely lost, please make a decision."

"..."

One after another.

Almost simultaneously.

Problems arose in nearly six Sub-Pavilion, either losing contact after requesting aid or being completely wiped out!

"..."

"Moon Holding Sect!"

Luo Ling's eyebrows furrowed deeply.

Coincidence?

What a load of nonsense! Where do so many coincidences come from?

At this critical juncture, it must be the doing of the Moon Holding Sect.

However, the Moon Holding Sect's methods were indeed somewhat... beyond expectations.

Even if he had underestimated them, was he still underestimating them? Luo Ling's expression grew more serious.

These Sub-Pavilion were all quite important to the Hidden Soul Pavilion, not only because they guarded important resources but also because they collected high protection fees.

For this reason, the strength of the members in these Sub-Pavilion was not weak.

There were at least three peak Seventh Stage cultivators among them.

Moreover, with the support of the array...

Even if four or five peak Seventh Stage cultivators were to attack, it would be difficult to destroy them.

Moreover, the Moon Holding Sect had achieved victory in a short time and cut off communication.

"The Moon Holding Sect's methods are somewhat beyond expectations."

However...

He frowned, "The plan cannot change."

At this thought, he looked at the crowd and said in a low voice, "Immediately pass down the order, all members of the Sub-Pavilion must retreat to the main pavilion as quickly as possible!"

Upon hearing this, everyone was shocked, "Deputy Palace Lord Luo?"

"This is absolutely not possible!"

"Yes, Deputy Palace Lord Luo, many Sub-Pavilion are extremely important, they are crucial resources for our pavilion. If we retreat now and lose them... what should we do?"

"This responsibility is too great, we... cannot stay."

"If you can't handle it, I, as the Deputy Palace Lord, will take responsibility!"

Luo Ling coldly snorted, "Now, the Moon Holding Sect is in the dark, and we're in the light. Moreover, it's an indisputable fact that there are powerful experts within the Moon Holding Sect."

"Usually, our Sub-Pavilion are indeed as solid as gold, but that's because few dare to challenge the Hidden Soul Pavilion."

"Even if there are unexpected situations, our sect can immediately send a large number of powerful experts to support, but now, with the two Deputy Palace Lords away, it's difficult to say whether it's a tactic to lure us out."

"And with the enemy's situation unknown, do we also have to split up and go to each Sub-Pavilion to defend?"

"If so, wouldn't we be falling right into the enemy's trap?"

"Resources?"

"People are the most important resource. As long as people are alive, even if resources are temporarily taken away, after this battle, our Hidden Soul Pavilion can retrieve them at any time!"

"Pass on my order, immediately have all members of the Sub-Pavilion retreat to the main pavilion. If the Palace Lord blames us, I, as the Deputy Palace Lord, will take responsibility!"

"..."

Everyone looked at each other.

For a moment, they didn't know whether to follow the order.

Luo Ling became furious.

Boom!

The aura of a Ninth Stage cultivator burst forth, causing everyone's hearts to tremble.

"Hurry up and go!"

"Yes, Deputy Palace Lord Luo."

"..."

...

"..."

"Huh?"

“No one?”

After Wang Teng blasted a branch temple’s protective array with his Artificial Sun Fist, he couldn’t help but frown. "Cutting off their own arm? There are capable people in the Hidden Soul Pavilion after all."

He then tried to contact Ya Ya and the others, but received the same response.

"What... What should we do?"

For a moment, he was at a loss.

"The mission Master gave me was to ensure my own safety while killing as many as possible and restraining as many as possible. But now... Has the mission failed?"

He couldn't just storm into the main headquarters of the Hidden Soul Pavilion, could he?

Wouldn’t that be the same as offering his head on a platter?

Helpless, he could only contact Lin Fan: "Master, the mission has failed. The people of the Hidden Soul Pavilion have suddenly retreated and are not coming out. Right now, all the branch temples are empty, and the branch temple where my fellow disciples went is the same."

"Perhaps..."

"Should we demolish a few more branch temples for fun? I don't believe they won't feel the pain."

Lin Fan: "..."

"Where did the mission fail? Don’t overthink it."

"You have already killed many, successfully weakening the Hidden Soul Pavilion. Besides, whether they feel the pain or not, I do."

"You feel the pain?" Wang Teng was stunned: "Those are the branch temples of the Hidden Soul Pavilion, why would you feel the pain?

(End of Chapter)

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