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Chapter 362: Arrival at Cloud Yang Sect, Returning as Su Chen
Chapter 362: Arrival at Cloud Yang Sect, Returning as Su Chen
The information provided by the Fourth Elder revealed a grave situation.
"This indicates that the demonic beings who attacked them were far more powerful than they anticipated.
They didn't even have a chance to resist and were swiftly subdued."
Gu Feng spoke softly from the side.
Everyone understood that the situation was likely as dire as Gu Feng described.
"Most of the warriors sent by Cloud Yang Sect were Seventh Rank, and they were considered quite capable.
They were originally excellent warriors assigned to reconnaissance missions within the sect.
The leading disciple was about to reach the Sixth Rank and was a direct disciple of Cloud Yang Sect."
The Fourth Elder's narration further confirmed Gu Feng's words.
So many Seventh Rank warriors, along with a Sixth Rank one, were silently devoured by the demonic beings.
Such a situation could only mean that the power gap was immense.
Su Chen guessed that they must not have noticed any signs of the demonic beings.
Instead, they were being watched by the demons in secret.
"The Imperial Court has sent people directly to Cloud Yang Sect, and they've also sent us a letter.
Let's take a look at it."
The Fourth Elder took out the letter and passed it around for everyone to read.
The content of the letter was simple: it invited all the major sects to gather at Cloud Yang Sect to discuss a significant matter.
Given the current unknown issue, choosing Cloud Yang Sect as the meeting place made sense.
Each sect had sent out their own reconnaissance teams, and only Cloud Yang Sect had encountered abnormalities.
Based on this situation, the problem likely originated closer to Cloud Yang Sect.
Inviting the major sects from the East to gather and discuss a solution was a reasonable decision.
If the crisis was indeed caused by celestial demons, then the sects must unite to address it together.
The intelligence of celestial demons was no less than that of humans.
Even if their current hideout was near Cloud Yang Sect, they could still potentially invade other regions.
Moreover, the current situation involved a series of border anomalies on the eastern and southern sides.
It was as if the demons had disappeared.
This indicated that everyone would be affected.
"Apart from sending us a letter, the Great Zhou Imperial Court also conveyed a message through their messenger.
They want us to bring along the younger generation of our sect.
The next reconnaissance mission will likely be a joint effort among the sects.
As for our Celestial Capital, Master Shang Xuan suggested that I bring only Su Chen."
Su Chen also preferred a smaller group.
The upcoming confrontation with the demons was unpredictable, and he felt it would be better to go alone.
However, upon hearing this, Gu Feng shook his head.
"Master Shang Xuan, Fourth Elder.
Although I admit that my abilities in dealing with demons are inferior to Su Chen, and my body technique is far less skilled than his, I still want to contribute during this critical crisis.
I'm quick to seize opportunities, but I tend to hide during difficult times.
Even if the sect doesn't despise me, I'd still despise myself."
Master Shang Xuan's face seemed to express a hint of helplessness upon hearing this.
"Celestial Capital has only two core disciples, you and Su Chen.
Do you want to make this old man so angry that he takes his own life?"
"Master, you just mentioned that multiple sects will work together to resolve the crisis, and Su Chen will undoubtedly collaborate with others during the reconnaissance mission.
Compared to that, if we enter together, we can look out for each other.
If someone has ill intentions, the two of us can handle it better."
Gu Feng's words were straightforward.
Master Shang Xuan couldn't help but frown upon hearing this.
"Gu Feng, as fellow Great Zhou warriors, don't harbor such ill thoughts."
Hearing this reproach, Gu Feng slightly lowered his head and didn't argue with Master Shang Xuan.
Master Shang Xuan, having lived and experienced so much in the world, would undoubtedly consider such possibilities if he thought in that direction.
The conflict between Cloud Yang Sect and Celestial Capital had become quite evident.
Their rivalry was well-known throughout Great Zhou.
However, Master Shang Xuan still trusted Taiwu Zhenren and his principles.
When facing demons, a matter of life and death, he believed they wouldn't act recklessly.
Despite his trust, Master Shang Xuan hesitated and eventually agreed to let Gu Feng accompany Su Chen.
Having a companion could indeed prevent many unfavorable situations.
Even if someone plotted something sinister, having a companion would serve as a deterrent.
"If there are no objections, we'll depart tomorrow after noon.
I'll personally lead the team, along with Ouyang Chuan, making us a group of four.
The sect's affairs will temporarily be handled by the Second Elder."
Upon hearing the First Elder's arrangement, everyone in the room was momentarily stunned.
"First Elder, with you leading the team, wouldn't that..."
"I'll go personally because the force that Su Chen provoked has yet to reveal itself.
With me by his side, everything will be safer.
Moreover, if I don't go, Su Chen might face many hardships."
"Master Shang Xuan has spoken, and who else would dare to disagree? He is the leader of Celestial Capital, and no one would dare to defy him.
This time, when we head to Cloud Yang Sect, I will no longer be going as Chen Su. Instead, I'll be going as myself. I wonder what kind of attitude I'll face at Cloud Yang Sect when they know who I really am.
I wonder what their expressions will be when they realize I'm Chen Su. Perhaps it's time to truly clear my name.
After a day's rest, just before noon, the four of us gathered and set off towards Cloud Yang Sect.
Master Shang Xuan, Mr. Ouyang, Gu Feng, and Su Chen.
There were only four of us, but with this lineup, no one would say that Celestial Capital didn't take this seriously.
Compared to other sects that would send at most one elder, Celestial Capital's delegation was probably the most prestigious.
During the journey, Gu Feng briefed Master Shang Xuan and Mr. Ouyang on the situation along the way, including their experience at Heavenly Wind Valley and how the people there treated them.
Everyone had faced similar treatment.
Hearing this, Master Shang Xuan was truly angered.
"They didn't even prepare a meal for us, these people from Heavenly Wind Valley think they're above us.
Next time when the Mountain-River Pool opens, we'll tell them that we're no longer on equal terms.
The people from Heavenly Wind Valley should have known their character by now.
We've been cooperating for so many years, and we've always been the ones making concessions.
The more we concede, the more they think they're superior."
As he spoke, Master Shang Xuan seemed to recall something and asked a question.
"By the way, did Mu Quan help when he saw this?"
Master Shang Xuan was probably worried that when Su Chen and Gu Feng faced Heavenly Wind Valley, even Mu Quan sided with them.
If that was the case, the danger Su Chen and Gu Feng faced this time was too great.
"Elder, Master Mu has been on our side from the start.
He's probably the one who got injured the most this time."
Su Chen recounted Mu Dan Ying and Long Yun Yun's behavior, and Master Shang Xuan couldn't help but sigh.
His daughter and granddaughter had turned out like this, and he couldn't imagine how Mu Quan must feel.
"I never thought that after Dan Ying married into Heavenly Wind Valley, she would become like this."
Master Shang Xuan couldn't help but sigh. He understood Mu Quan's pain.
Without any attendants, they traveled quickly.
In less than three days, the four of them had reached the outskirts of Cloud Yang Sect.
There were quite a few people at the outskirts.
For Cloud Yang Sect, this was a rare sight.
In the past, when Su Chen was at Cloud Yang Sect, the outskirts were always bustling with people.
Every day, countless visitors would come to tour, pay respects, or seek admission to the sect.
But times have changed. Ever since Cloud Yang Sect started retreating from the frontlines, the sect's reputation began to decline.
The number of visiting warriors decreased significantly.
Moreover, after Su Chen's performance in the Year-End Grand Competition, more people left Cloud Yang Sect than those who joined.
The presence of many people at the outskirts today was likely due to other sects also receiving the imperial court's message.
Coincidentally, they all arrived together today.
"Elder Shang Xuan, why have you come personally?"
Seeing Master Shang Xuan, several people nearby who were registering hurriedly came forward to pay their respects.
They probably didn't expect the highest authority of Celestial Capital to come in person.
"The situation is complex, so I thought it would be better to come and see for myself," Master Shang Xuan replied.
His answer surprised everyone, but it wasn't strange.
The crisis back then was likely caused by the Celestial Demons meddling in the background.
When it involved the Celestial Demons, it was only natural for Master Shang Xuan to come in person.
On the contrary, the leaders of other sects were being a bit arrogant.
It was normal for visiting warriors from other sects to register and record their information.
The same rules applied in Celestial Capital.
After a brief discussion, the two warriors from the previous sects politely made way for them.
"Elder Shang Xuan, please go ahead with the rest of Celestial Capital's delegation.
We're just insignificant warriors with plenty of free time, so we can wait a little longer."
Upon hearing this, Master Shang Xuan politely declined.
But the people before him were very polite and sincere, insisting that Celestial Capital's group take priority.
Seeing this, Master Shang Xuan didn't hesitate anymore.
He asked Ouyang Chuan to handle the registration.
Meanwhile, he continued talking to others, inquiring about the elders of their sects.
With his seniority, Master Shang Xuan could only ask about the elders of their families when talking to Mr. Ouyang's generation.
This small matter of registration unexpectedly encountered some trouble.
Ouyang Chuan's face turned cold as he looked at the Cloud Yang Sect disciple before him.
"Do you think we enjoy coming to your Cloud Yang Sect?
If not for the current situation, and if you weren't begging us to come, we wouldn't be here at all.
Moreover, use your brain for once. Our visit here benefits your Cloud Yang Sect the most!"
Ouyang Chuan's words were harsh, almost like an insult.
The disciple before him seemed a bit angry, his face slightly red with anger.
"The elder has already instructed us. Some people with low character are not welcome in Cloud Yang Sect.
Apart from him, Cloud Yang Sect welcomes the other three from Celestial Capital."
(End of Chapter)
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