Chapter 627: Unification
Chapter 627: Unification
Days later, a shocking piece of news spread, causing a stir throughout the realm beyond the mortal world.
The battle at Blood Shadow Gate had ended with the Seven Clans Alliance suffering a crushing defeat! Not only was the Blood Shadow Gate Patriarch slain, but their mountain gate was also breached, officially marking the complete eradication of one of the top ten evil cults.
Moreover, the name of the Nature Gate Patriarch echoed throughout the realm.
Now, everyone knew that this Patriarch possessed an unwavering heart and had hidden his true strength while serving under the Qingmu Old Ghost.
When the time came, he soared into the sky, revealing his Dragon Transformation Art, which possessed the power of a Yang Shen Middle Realm cultivator!
During the battle at Blood Shadow Gate, he not only killed the Fourth Generation Ancestor summoned by the High Deity Temple using a mysterious summoning technique, but he also seized their 'Eight-Treasure Lotus Gongde Pool.' This was akin to tearing out their heart and soul.
Even though the High Deity Temple's leader managed to escape, the temple was destined to decline.
Additionally, it was confirmed that the Wildwood Zen Master of the Diamond Temple and the Xu Patriarch of the Soul Binding Sect had also perished in the battle.
With this, four out of the ten major sects in the realm had been annihilated: the Corpse-Herding Sect, Blood Shadow Gate, Great Yang Sect, Flying Immortal Palace, High Deity Temple, Qingmu Mountain, Flying Sword Gate, Soul Binding Sect, Diamond Temple, and the Three-Eyed Society.
Even though the Diamond Temple and the Soul Binding Sect had lost their Yang Shen Patriarchs, their mountain gates and grand formations were still operational. However, all the Yin Shen Immortals and Dao Foundation cultivators had fled.
Aside from a small number of loyalists who changed their identities and went into hiding, most of them surprisingly surrendered to the Kill-Life Cult.
There was no other choice!
The realm beyond the mortal world was surrounded by three dead ends, and the last line of defense at the Three Despairs Pass would never allow anyone to pass.
Therefore, for the defeated cultivators in this realm, there were only two options: to hide their identities and pray to never be exposed, or to surrender. There was no third path to take.
This time, following the suggestion of the 'Nature Patriarch,' the Kill-Life Cult showed mercy to those who surrendered.
For a while, the Nature Patriarch's reputation for kindness spread throughout the realm.
Then, Fang Xing assigned these newly surrendered cultivators to the vassal army and continued to attack the mountain gates of the High Deity Temple and other sects.
The war had reached a critical point, yet the Four Clans Alliance still chose to fight to the death, forming their last cultivator coalition at the mountain gate of the High Deity Temple.
But this time, they were defeated even faster and more brutally...
Under the command of Fang Xing, who summoned the Ten Thousand Year Tree Spirit, even the most solid defenses crumbled.
The High Deity Temple's Witch-Palace Patriarch and the Black Feather Taoist from the Three-Eyed Society were killed on the spot, while the other two Yang Shen cultivators disappeared without a trace. Even after their sects were destroyed, they never showed up again.
At this point!
The Kill-Life Cult had completely conquered the ten major sects, unifying the realm beyond the mortal world!
...
At the former mountain gate of the High Deity Temple.
A victory banquet was being held.
"Congratulations, Left Envoy, on accomplishing this great feat!"
The Black and White Protectors, the six Great Priests, and even representatives of the righteous and evil wandering cultivators who had surrendered were all present.
They smiled obsequiously, offering their congratulations and toasts to the leader of the alliance, a young man in a green robe.
The Poison Hand Scholar's face was somewhat pale, but he drained his cup.
At his stage of Yang Shen cultivation, there was little difference between him and an ordinary mortal.
Fang Xing, however, was too lazy to attend such gatherings. Ignoring the surprised gazes of others, he hid himself in the High Deity Temple's library, silently reading one book after another.
"The High Deity Temple's foundation seems even stronger than that of the Flying Sword Gate... and they are well-versed in the art of prudent self-preservation."
"If it weren't for the sudden arrival of the Kill-Life Cult and my intervention, they might not have ended up in this situation."
Fang Xing placed a scroll of summoning talismans back on the shelf, shaking his head in dismay.
Ever since he had reestablished contact with his original body, this battle had been devoid of suspense.
After all, even in the final moments, he could use his own body as a signal tower and relay station, allowing his true self to intervene directly.
Even if he only unleashed a wave of the Godly Power of Destruction, it would be an unbearable burden for the realm beyond the mortal world.
"Moreover, in this unique environment of the realm beyond the mortal world, the Kill-Life Cult's advantage is incredibly powerful... Even against the legendary war legions of the God of War, they would undoubtedly emerge victorious..."
The armies of true gods were invincible due to the presence of accompanying priests and temple blessings, who could cast various healing and enhancement divine magics.
However, the realm beyond the mortal world had inherently poor signal reception, requiring true gods to expend more energy to bestow divine magic.
But for Fang Xing, this place was a perfect conversion ground.
Even against the forces of Da Zhou, they could wear down the strong and annihilate the weak!
"In warfare, the most lethal strategy is to cut off the enemy's supply lines!"
"In divine battles, the most ruthless tactic is to sever their faith!"
Fang Xing had a sudden realization and opened another box.
This box, adorned with lavish decorations, contained a treaty addressed to the Da Zhou Divine Dynasty.
"This is a treaty intended for the Da Zhou Divine Dynasty..."
"It seems that the Kill-Life Cult has pushed the High Deity Temple to the brink, forcing them to consider surrendering to the Da Zhou Divine Dynasty. Although the Da Zhou Divine Dynasty might not favor these ancient orthodox sects, they certainly dislike the idea of the Kill-Life Cult ruling over the realm beyond the mortal world."
Fang Xing smiled, "Fortunately, we acted swiftly!"
"Indeed."
At some point, the Poison Hand Scholar had approached Fang Xing from behind and echoed, "However... I still have some expectations. If the Da Zhou Divine Dynasty sends an expeditionary force here, I will bury them all as the most exquisite offering to our master."
"Fang Xing..."
He had forgotten that the Kill-Life Cult was a bunch of lunatics.
If it weren't for his insistence, things might have actually developed this way.
"Is the banquet ahead over?"
"A boring feast, filled with all sorts of tests and attempts to please..." A dark gleam flashed in Poison Hand Scholar's eyes, "If it weren't for the Divine Attendant's instructions, I'd rather start the Kill-Life Cult's celebration..."
"The Kill-Life Cult's celebration..."
Fang Xing's forehead showed a hint of a black line; that was definitely a ceremony unsuitable for children.
The Kill-Life Cult's lunatics were happy, and they might even sacrifice their own priests, protectors, or even the cult leader! However, he soon stopped worrying about this issue.
"Now, the strongholds of the ten major righteous and evil sects are all in our hands, right?"
"Exactly. Do we want to destroy them all?" Poison Hand Scholar was somewhat expectant.
"No need. I plan to plant some bamboo in other sects. Just remember to take good care of it..."
Fang Xing smiled, "If anyone dares to destroy my bamboo forest, they will be considered enemies of the Nature Sect and the Kill-Life Cult, and can be destroyed without restraint... This is also a divine decree!"
Divine Decree!
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Upon hearing this word, Poison Hand Scholar's expression turned solemn, "I understand. I will definitely take care of this for you!"
A Divine Attendant would never lie about a divine decree.
And Fang Xing indeed wasn't lying.
His words were indeed a divine decree.
"The bamboo forest will continue to expand. When it reaches a certain age, the bamboo roots will grow bamboo shoots, and then new bamboo will grow..."
The vast bamboo sea at Du Longpo's West Slope was expanding continuously.
Moreover, the spiritual plants planted by Fang Xing himself would also provide him with experience! That was why Fang Xing decided to make a plan, planting bamboo one by one, maturing them to a certain stage, and then waiting for the harvest.
'Once the Druid's Plant Domain reaches the late stages, it will create a snowball effect, gaining an immense amount of experience!'
'After becoming legendary, the Druid's level can be raised every few years, relying on this method.'
Fang Xing pondered in his heart.
After completing this planting plan, he could rest assured and travel to the Great Zhou Divine Dynasty.
Anyway, no matter how he indulged in pleasure and neglected his cultivation, the Druid's level would still silently increase.
"By the way, there's one small matter, Divine Attendant."
Poison Hand Scholar was about to leave when he suddenly thought of something, and a smile appeared on his face.
"Among the vassal army, there's a Yinshen Immortal who spoke up... Although it's quite vague, they seem to be colluding, inciting conflict between the Kill-Life Cult and the Nature Sect."
"As expected, it's most likely the doing of those two Yangshen cultivators who escaped."
Fang Xing smiled.
A powerful force was rarely destroyed directly from the outside.
Most often, it was due to internal division, contradictions, and corruption...
Now, after the Kill-Life Cult occupied the Beyond the Mortal Realm, they were looking around for enemies and suddenly discovered the Nature Sect.
It had to be said that those rats hiding in the dark were quite capable.
However, they could never have imagined the true relationship between Fang Xing and the Kill-Life Cult.
As 'allies,' no matter which side became too strong, it would invite jealousy and fear.
"Although the Yinshen Immortal who spoke up has already been sacrificed by me, this matter still needs to be addressed."
Poison Hand Scholar said.
As one of the few intelligent individuals in the Kill-Life Cult, he naturally understood the challenges of governance, which far exceeded those of destruction.
In reality, he didn't really want to govern either.
When encountering such trouble, as long as the vassal army and mercenaries were all cleansed and offered as sacrifices to the gods, wouldn't that solve the problem?
If the problem can't be solved, then solve the person who raised the problem.
Anyway, the Kill-Life Cult didn't care about this.
"You..."
Fang Xing was speechless, feeling that he still had to shoulder the heavy responsibility, "I'll handle it... To resolve this matter, there are two ways. One is the Kingly Way, which means accepting the strange without finding it strange, and the strange will defeat itself... But it requires too much dedication, and one must also be gentle and non-interfering... It's very troublesome, and it takes too long. It's better to take the tyrannical approach!"
"How tyrannical? Destroy the Beyond the Mortal Realm?" Poison Hand Scholar became interested when he heard this.
Fang Xing gave him a sidelong glance, "Without the head, the snake cannot move. As long as we catch the mastermind and deal with them, there won't be any problems left."
"The Yangshen cultivator wants to hide, and the Beyond the Mortal Realm is vast, so it's a bit troublesome."
Poison Hand Scholar said, "Perhaps... we should prepare some high-level sacrifices, and then invite the gods to descend and grant us power, performing a 'Divine Prophecy'!"
"Forget it, no need to make it so complicated."
Fang Xing shook his head, "It's just two rats. I already have their personal items imbued with their aura, so I can curse them to death!"
Anyway, his lifespan was already worthless, so he was naturally willing to pay the price.
Moreover, to counteract this curse, besides having a high-rank protective body, the best method was to ask a divine priest to perform purification. Unfortunately, there were no true godly priests in the Beyond the Mortal Realm other than Fang Xing, so it was a fatal move!
(End of Chapter)
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