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Chapter 61: The Cloudy Plains, a Hundred Miles Free of Demons, No Longer Holds True
Chapter 61: The Cloudy Plains, a Hundred Miles Free of Demons, No Longer Holds True
The frontline defenses have become much easier to maintain recently.
It has been less than a month since Su Chen arrived at the front.
The frontlines have undergone a tremendous transformation.
"Has the Sect ever considered advancing the defensive line forward?"
"If we were to advance the defensive line, we would need to gather intelligence on the demons' movements and make other preparations."
The group had a pot set up at the front, with some delicious dishes cooking in it.
For five days straight, no demons had come to harass them.
The idea of advancing the defensive line was something no one had ever considered before.
In fact, when Wu Yi and the others heard this, they exchanged glances.
Su Chen had never mentioned advancing the frontlines before he brought it up.
After all, around this time last year, Tiansheng City could not even hold the frontlines.
Demons had infiltrated the rear, and Tiansheng City's disciples had to chase them down in the surrounding towns.
This year, Su Chen actually brought up the idea of advancing the frontlines.
Everyone was stunned for a while before they came to their senses.
"I now strongly suspect that if the Yunyang Sect managed to advance its defensive lines in the past, it was all due to Junior Brother Su's efforts."
Wu Yi said this with a hint of jest.
Beside him, Huang Shanyun chimed in:
"Look at how long Junior Brother Su has been with us. The entire defensive line has undergone a tremendous change.
Junior Brother Su has been with us for over two years, and the Yunyang Sect has surely benefited more from his presence."
Both of them were joking, but Lin Tian, standing to the side, looked somewhat serious.
"I've actually received some confirmed news about the Yunyang Sect recently."
Upon hearing this, everyone around turned to look at Lin Tian.
"The Yunyang Sect's frontlines have encountered a major issue. They have already pulled back the frontlines and abandoned the most forward camp."
"What? Is that true?"
Lin Tian's words had everyone around asking in surprise.
"I said confirmed news, so it must be true.
The news about demon sightings near the Yunyang Sect was also true.
Furthermore, the Yunyang Sect has been attacked by demons, and some disciples have been injured!"
Those nearby exclaimed in unison: "Ah?"
This group included Su Chen.
The Yunyang Sect had been the top Sect in the Great Zhou for many years.
And in the past two years, its reputation had grown even more.
Before, it was just a rumor that there were demon traces near the Yunyang Sect.
But now, they have actually been attacked by demons.
The title of 'Cloudy Plains, a Hundred Miles Free of Demons' is no longer accurate.
"No wonder, I also heard that the Yunyang Sect recalled the Hall Masters and disciples they sent out.
It turns out they are struggling to take care of themselves, with problems arising in their own Sect. How could they have the capability to help others?"
Wu Yi added, though his information was not as well-informed as Lin Tian's, he had heard some of it.
Moreover, these pieces of information fit together nicely.
"To be honest, I still have some doubts.
Could it be that because Junior Brother Su left, the Yunyang Sect encountered the current situation?
Look, Junior Brother Su is skilled at tracking demon traces.
Once he came to the front, in half a month, those demons didn't dare to cause trouble again.
This time around, do you think our words have any validity?"
Su Chen had saved Lin Tian's life.
Since then, whenever he had the chance, Lin Tian would sing Su Chen's praises.
Some of these praises made Su Chen himself feel a bit embarrassed.
"I don't have that kind of ability, Senior Brother Lin Tian is giving me too much credit."
"After all, Yunyang Sect is a major sect, and although I feel I've contributed a lot, it's not all my doing."
"Even if I left Yunyang Sect, it's unlikely to cause such a big impact."
Su Chen explained with a smile.
In his heart, Su Chen also believed this, and he didn't think too highly of himself.
He also didn't think that his departure from Yunyang Sect would cause major problems for the sect.
After all, it was the number one sect in Great Zhou.
However, Su Chen somewhat underestimated his own influence.
Yunyang Sect's raw power was insufficient to push the frontline as far as they had.
Furthermore, the sect's disciples had become less capable in tracking demonic traces compared to before.
They were even slightly worse than the disciples in Tiangang City.
Without Su Chen, the current predicament of Yunyang Sect was just the tip of the iceberg.
More troublesome matters lay ahead.
As everyone ate, they continued their casual conversation.
They also found Su Chen's response more reasonable.
After all, it was unlikely that a single disciple's absence would cause major problems for the entire sect.
Lin Tian took a few bites and continued speaking, "After the start of spring this year, Yunyang Sect's problems are even more severe than ours in Tiangang City.
I heard that because too many demons have infiltrated, even the direct and core disciples have been sent on demon-slaying missions."
"Core disciples? Are Fu Jianyun and Liu Xingwan also going?"
Lin Tian nodded, "Yes, that's what the message said, so it should be accurate."
When discussing Yunyang Sect, everyone treated it as casual gossip.
On the other hand, Su Chen became a little more concerned, wondering how Senior Sister Yu Zhi was doing in Yunyang Sect.
After the small talk, Wu Yi suddenly remembered something.
"Oh, Su Shidi, there's something I need to tell you.
The news of you helping Gong Zhuzhun prepare for the Golden Demon and reporting your contributions has spread.
After hearing the news, Ouyang Chuan asked the Third Elder to let you go and teach the other new disciples.
When I heard about this, I also went to the Third Elder to decline the request.
But the Third Elder didn't agree and even gave some grand reasons.
They're just trying to give us credit we don't deserve."
Wu Yi felt a bit guilty, as if he had caused trouble for Su Chen.
However, Su Chen didn't mind.
If someone wanted to learn, he was willing to teach them what he knew.
But his keen sense for demonic traces was an advantage he possessed as a Demon Hunter Expert.
This was something he couldn't teach, and others couldn't learn.
"Did they say when it would be?"
"Half a month later, Ouyang Chuan will take his students on a training and reconnaissance mission, and he wants us to go and teach them."
Su Chen thought the timing was acceptable.
"This Ouyang Chuan, he must have some ulterior motive, right?"
Huang Shanyun, standing nearby, had his doubts.
Upon hearing this, Wu Yi smiled, "Isn't it obvious? After Ouyang Chuan drove Su Shidi away, Su Shidi went on to win the Martial Competition.
He can't save face, so he's asking Su Shidi to teach, just to make Su Shidi lose face."
Yao Xiaoyu frowned, "When the time comes, let's accompany Su Shidi and see what Ouyang Chuan is up to."
(End of Chapter)
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