Chapter 649: The Night Demon's Growth

Chapter 649: The Night Demon's Growth

The fourteen individuals turned away with angry expressions and quickly left to rest. They used their spiritual energy to float away, what's the matter? Why not walk with your legs? Try kneeling for twelve hours and see how you feel?

Yinshen Gong was dumbfounded, "I... I... Please allow me to explain, superiors..."

"Master, it's useless," Fang Che said.

Beside him, Fang Che secretly transmitted, "Deputy Sect Master Bi has made enemies for you, and there's no way to resolve this now. In the future, it seems we must take the initiative."

Yinshen Gong looked at his good disciple with a twisted expression and secretly scolded him, "You're just a killer, always ready to strike. Can we win against them?"

Fang Che calmly transmitted, "We can't win, but they won't let us off just because we can't beat them. This humiliation is so great that even if Master apologizes and offers your liver and brain, it won't help."

Yinshen Gong sighed deeply.

How could things have developed to this point?

But that's how things unfolded, and Yinshen Gong could only accept his fate.

Bi Changhong announced the end, and the second and third-place winners had already left. On the high platform, only Yinshen Gong remained, not knowing what was happening, sitting upright and digesting his energy.

For that long period, the fourteen people had been kneeling before Yinshen Gong alone.

And Yinshen Gong had the lowest status among them.

Hundreds of thousands of people watched as fourteen high-ranking leaders knelt before the leader of a subordinate sect for several hours, while the leader of the subordinate sect stood like a mountain, calm and unmoving.

How big a loss of face was this?

It was enormous!

The grudge was now so deep that it reached the heavens!

Therefore, there was no way to resolve it. As the Night Demon had said, even if he committed suicide in front of these fourteen people, it would be too late!

Bi Changhong had deliberately delayed things, but he ended up forgetting an important procedure. Was he really going to grant Yinshen Gong the initiation? If Bi Changhong suffered, would he let Ji Changyan and the others off easily? Could he let Yinshen Gong off the hook?

So Yinshen Gong's fate was sealed the moment Bi Changhong initiated him.

Now it's up to you, Yinshen Gong, to see if you can endure it... After realizing all this, Yinshen Gong felt like his head was about to explode.

"A great blessing, but also a great calamity!"

Yinshen Gong sighed, looking up at the sky.

Fang Che secretly transmitted, "Master, this is an opportunity! If we eliminate these people and their forces, our One Heart Sect will establish itself within the main sect. We'll be like a powerful lord, a giant in our territory!"

Yinshen Gong turned to look at his disciple, his eyes almost popping out. After a long while, he rasped, "You... What nonsense are you spouting?! Shut up!"

Fang Che reluctantly fell silent.

Yinshen Gong tapped his forehead with his finger, not daring to use force, just causing him to stumble, "Killer! How could I have taught such a murderous disciple!"

"It's all thanks to Master's excellent teaching."

"..."

Just then, a voice echoed from a distance, "All those who meet the qualifications for submission, please proceed to the Value Hall in front to register and receive your rewards."

"The rest of you, disperse and wait for the banquet."

Yinshen Gong quickly pushed Fang Che's back, "Go! Go! This is the real highlight for you."

Fang Che was reluctant to leave, "I haven't had a proper talk with Master and Second Master yet..."

Mulin Yuan and the others looked relieved but impatient, "Go, go, who wants to talk to you... There's time for talking later, this is a summons from the Value Hall... Go!"

When Fang Che turned around, he saw six people waiting for him not far away.

They were none other than Mo Guanyun and the Dragon Phoenix Horse Ox Sheep.

Six Saint Realm experts with formidable auras.

Seeing Fang Che nod, the six of them rushed forward and knelt with a loud thud, "We pay our respects to the Sect Leader! We, your subordinates, are here to escort you to the Value Hall."

Yinshen Gong's eyes almost popped out, "Sect... Sect Leader?!"

Mulin Yuan and the other two were stunned.

Looking at the six Saint Realm experts kneeling before them, they could clearly sense that any one of them could sweep the three of them away.

For a moment, they felt like they were dreaming, their bodies light as if they could fly.

I must be hallucinating! Mo Guanyun said, "Yes, Sect Leader. In the Incubation Deity Program, by submitting to 150 people, one gains the qualifications to become a sect leader. The Night Demon Sect Leader is powerful and has a bright future, and we willingly serve as your subordinates. Hence, we address you as the Sect Leader."

Yinshen Gong felt like he was dreaming.

Fang Che smiled bitterly, "Master, these are the six subordinates I recruited inside. Please forgive my audacity."

Yinshen Gong's lips twitched stiffly, "Ah! Ah!"

Fang Che turned to the six of them, "This is my master, the leader of the One Heart Sect. Why haven't you paid your respects yet?"

Mo Guanyun and the others turned to bow before Yinshen Gong, "We pay our respects to the former sect leader!"

Former sect leader...

Yinshen Gong blinked in disbelief, had he become the former sect leader?

Fang Che's face turned black, "I've discovered that you six are determined to kill me, aren't you? My master is the sect leader, and I am currently a patrol of the One Heart Sect!"

Mo Guanyun chuckled, "Sect Leader, please don't be angry. Our sect has no relation to the One Heart Sect of the former sect leader..."

Even if you don't become the One Heart Sect Master in the future, you will undoubtedly become the master of another sect. So, we're just a little ahead of schedule, Elder Yin. Don't you think so?"

Yinshen Gong felt the terrifying aura emanating from the old man kneeling before him, calling himself his disciple and sect master. The aura was even more formidable than his own Saint Realm Sixth Grade, and he croaked, "You're right. After a qualified Incubation Deity Program at the Sect Master level, it's only a matter of time before they are appointed as a Sect Master... You, what cultivation level are you at?"

"This subordinate is at the peak of the Sage Sixth Grade, and in about a month, I should be able to break through to the Seventh Grade."

Mo Wang spoke.

"This subordinate is at the middle stage of the Sage Third Grade," Long Yi Kong said.

"This subordinate is also at the middle stage of the Sage Third Grade," Feng Wanxia added.

"This subordinate is at the middle stage of the Sage Second Grade," Ma Qianli stated.

"This subordinate is at the initial stage of the Sage Second Grade," Niu Bai Zhan said.

"This subordinate is also at the initial stage of the Sage Second Grade," Yang Jiucheng followed.

Yinshen Gong's body swayed, and he steadied himself by placing a hand on his forehead.

His mind felt like it was struck by heavenly thunder.

Six Sage Realm experts! He took two steps back and sat down on a rock, closing his eyes. He felt stars flashing before his eyes, and he weakly waved his hand, "You guys go ahead... Let me sort this out..."

"Then, this disciple will go ahead."

"Go on, go on..."

Yinshen Gong kept his eyes closed, and Mulin Yuan's body had already stiffened.

In their eyes, the Night Demon seemed like a towering figure as they watched him walk forward with the six individuals. The six surrounded the Night Demon like stars surrounding the moon, and together, the seven of them strode forward, exuding an aura of invincibility.

Along the way, all those with qualifications to become sect masters who were traveling in the same direction made way for the seven individuals.

These seven people charged forward without any regard for others! They were like a massive ship sailing calmly across a tranquil sea.

After they passed by, the road behind them remained wide and clear! Even the aftermath didn't dare to offend them.

Mulin Yuan and the others stared in awe, feeling that this group seemed destined to reach the clouds.

They turned around and saw that Yinshen Gong was still sitting there with his eyes closed.

He was like a lifeless statue!

The three of them quietly surrounded Yinshen Gong, and their hearts were filled with a surge of emotions, a tumult that left them in disarray for a moment.

After a long while, Yinshen Gong opened his eyes, his gaze complex as he watched the Night Demon's figure gradually disappear into the distance.

He spoke softly, his voice filled with mixed emotions, "Night Demon, you've already made a name for yourself."

Mulin Yuan and the others remained silent for a moment before speaking, "Congratulations, Sect Master."

Yinshen Gong sighed and asked, "Congratulations?"

Mulin Yuan's expression was also complex as he spoke softly, "Sect Master, I know you have mixed feelings, and we three feel the same. But when I think about it, isn't this the day we've been longing for?"

These words caused Yinshen Gong, Qian San Jiang, and Hou Fang to pause in thought.

After a long silence, the three of them sighed simultaneously, "Yes, isn't this the day we've been longing for?"

"But why are our feelings so complicated?"

Yinshen Gong sighed.

"Sect Master, it's like watching a child you raised finally getting married and starting a family. It's the same feeling."

Mulin Yuan sighed, "Moreover, Sect Master, you know that wherever the Night Demon goes, he will always be the Night Demon of the One Heart Sect! This is something that cannot be changed."

"And the possibility of him turning against us is non-existent."

Qian San Jiang also spoke with deep emotion, "Sect Master, haven't you noticed? His foundation and starting point are already higher than that of the current One Heart Sect. So..."

Yinshen Gong sighed, "You don't need to console me, I understand, I really do. I'm not worried that the Night Demon will kill me to seize power... I stopped worrying about that a long time ago."

"I just... feel a bit empty inside."

Yinshen Gong gave a bitter laugh, "Let me give you an analogy, and you'll understand. It's like... raising a daughter with great effort, only to see her married off today..."

Mulin Yuan and the others laughed, "Sect Master, your analogy is completely wrong. It's more like raising a son and finding him a wife..."

"It seems our days are about to get better," Yinshen Gong said with a smile.

"Yes," they agreed.

After a brief moment of melancholy, they all came to their senses.

The stronger the Night Demon becomes, the more stable the One Heart Sect will be!

This was certain, although there were still countless storms ahead on the path, but... as long as they weathered them, a smooth road lay ahead!

"Sect Master, the Night Demon is already capable of commanding subordinates at the Sage Sixth and Seventh Grades..." Mulin Yuan reminded him.

Yinshen Gong smiled and said, "I know the Night Demon's strength. I told you before, when I was being chased and surrounded outside the Bipo Lake, and my life was hanging by a thread, it was the Night Demon who charged in and rescued me from the dire situation. At that moment, I knew that the Night Demon's true strength might have already surpassed mine."

"So I haven't scolded him for so long, haven't you noticed?" Yinshen Gong asked.

"Is the Supreme Leader afraid of getting beaten up by his own disciple?" Qian Sanjiang teased.

"That's not the case. Even if Night Demon becomes the top expert on the Cloud Swordsmanship Master list, he wouldn't do something like beating me up. I understand this child's nature."

Yinshen Gong smiled and said, "If he only wanted the position of One Heart Sect Leader, with the importance the Sect Leader places on him now, and with his current strength, it's more than enough. The last time, if he didn't step in to save me and let me die, he would naturally become the One Heart Sect Leader."

Mulin Yuan and the others nodded silently.

Yes, because the last time, Yinshen Gong had left a will. If he died, he wanted the three of them to assist Night Demon in ascending to the position of Sect Leader.

Yinshen Gong said, "Even ordinary people know that a grown-up child should be treated as a guest; how could I not know? As a disciple grows and becomes stronger, their self-esteem and dignity also need our protection and support, allowing them to soar higher. So, I know what you're worried about, but rest assured. Doesn't our Supreme Leader have this much magnanimity?"

"The Supreme Leader is wise!"

"Tonight, we four will have a good drink! We must get drunk!" Yinshen Gong suggested.

"Good!"

The three of them had bright eyes.

...

Fang Che and the others arrived at the Value Hall.

It must be said that the Only Righteous Sect was indeed rich and powerful, as they had directly moved a magnificent hall here.

Colorful flags fluttered all around.

Although it was just one room, it gave off a sense of vastness.

A total of 996 qualified individuals lined up at the entrance, waiting to be called.

Out of the 2,936 who emerged from the Incubation Deity Program, 996 of them obtained the qualification to become Sect Leaders.

Anyone who had ever submitted to you, even if they were killed later, would count as one.

"Night Demon!"

Indeed, the first name called was Night Demon.

"This subordinate is here!"

"Enter!"

Fang Che walked in and saw a platform inside, with three people sitting behind it, their faces obscured and only vaguely visible.

The entire room was filled with a golden and magnificent aura.

It was brimming with the power of the Incubation Deity.

The Quintessence Toad in Fang Che's body trembled with desire.

It wanted to come out and devour energy.

"Night Demon, this time, you are ranked first in the Incubation Deity Program at the Sect Leader level. You are the champion."

The person in the middle, whose face was shrouded in golden light, slowly spoke, "Step forward and accept the position of Sect Leader from your subordinates."

"Yes!"

Fang Che took a step forward.

On the table, a third-level Incubation Deity, the Black Demon Jade, flickered with black light.

A large seal was placed quietly.

The Quintessence Toad naturally floated and landed on the table. Black smoke emanated from the Incubation Deity, and Fang Che's Quintessence Toad continuously devoured the black smoke. In the room, countless Incubation Deities began to flow into Fang Che's Quintessence Toad.

After a moment, Fang Che's Quintessence Toad turned black and shone brightly.

The Incubation Deity stopped transmitting black smoke, but the Quintessence Toad was still tirelessly devouring the Incubation Deity power in the room.

At first, the three of them watched quietly.

But gradually, their expressions changed.

Night Demon's Quintessence Toad had already absorbed half of the Incubation Deity power in the space, and it was still greedily sucking in more.

Was this really the Quintessence Toad? Was this a gluttonous Incubation Deity?

The three of them exchanged glances within the golden light. We're here!" They reluctantly opened another black box in their hands, as if connecting to some channel, and a thick Incubation Deity power surged out again.

It filled the space's loss.

Fang Che's Quintessence Toad suddenly chirped loudly, its transparent little wings fluttering, and then it continued to suck greedily.

After a moment, the three of them looked shocked.

How could it eat so much?

Initially, the Incubation Deity power distributed in the space was meant to be divided among over 900 future Sect Leaders.

Night Demon's Quintessence Toad had devoured it all, and after releasing it for 900 people, it was devoured again.

It still wasn't enough.

The inheritance of the Sect Leader position was supposed to wait until the Quintessence Toad finished devouring and stopped automatically, but... what should they do now? Helpless, the three of them had no choice but to release another surge of power.

And then another...

Eventually, they became completely numb—this Incubation Deity had devoured enough Incubation Deity power for over 13,000 Sect Leader qualifications before it finally stopped, reluctantly.

The transparent little wings flapped and flew to the Sect Leader seal.

It immersed itself in it.

The Sect Leader seal flashed with golden light, instantly absorbing all the golden light in the space, leaving nothing behind! Fang Che suddenly saw the true faces of these three people clearly; they were somewhat bizarre-looking, and they didn't seem human at all, nor did they seem solid.

Above their heads, there was a sense of illusion.

Moreover, on their foreheads, there were tentacles similar to the Quintessence Toad.

Fang Che was shocked. What was this?

The golden light went crazy again, blocking Fang Che's vision.

The Quintessence Toad in the seal continued to absorb the golden light, and this time, the golden light was released continuously. The Quintessence Toad sucked for a full quarter of an hour.

Only then did it belch and stop.

The seal flashed with golden light, returning to its original state.

A voice suddenly spoke, "Infuse the essence blood."

This time, Fang Che recognized the voice, which didn't belong to any of the three people before him.

With a small knife, he made a quick cut on his finger, and blood began to flow.

The blood dripped onto the large seal.

The seal continued to absorb, taking in about a bowl's worth of fresh blood. Then, Fang Che felt his soul connect with the seal, and the connection grew stronger by the moment.

"Unranked Sect Qualification."

A voice spoke, and Fang Che immediately understood what 'unranked' meant: the ability to level up. Reaching a certain level would grant recognition of that rank, and then the process would continue...

"The Lord Seal contains a Flying Divine Ship and a Divine Protection Formation! It is under the control of the Supreme Leader!"

"The Formation Pillar requires a thousand pieces. Supreme Spirit Crystals can be used to transform the pillars."

A flash of golden light appeared.

The seal landed in Fang Che's hand, then disappeared, and the Five Spirit Toad simultaneously vanished back into his body.

At that moment, Fang Che felt he had understood everything, and a thought rose in his mind: How incredible!

The ceremony was complete.

The golden light flickered for a moment, and then a voice spoke, "The position of the Night Demon Sect Master will be arranged by the Deputy Sect Master and will not be publicly announced here."

"Go now and wait for the Deputy Sect Master's instructions."

"This subordinate takes his leave."

Fang Che turned and walked out, and the three figures behind the platform, shrouded in golden light, began to stir. They communicated with each other using the tentacles on their heads, touching each other as if exchanging thoughts.

Fang Che understood their meaning.

It was quite convenient.

However, the message conveyed by the three figures was filled with the same sense of confusion.

The basic translation of their message was: "What's this?"

"Yeah, what is this?"

"How powerful is this?"

"It's my first time seeing this..."

Fang Che left, feeling completely bewildered. He couldn't understand the reason for this himself.

He could clearly sense that his Five Spirit Toad seemed different from the others, but why? He hadn't done anything special.

The Five Spirit Toad, now well-fed and satisfied, returned to his body and began to send requests to Fang Che.

It was very active.

"Master, I'm ready. It's been a long time since you've tormented me..."

"Use that power to temper me..."

"It's been a long time since you've abused me, I miss it..."

"Whip me, crush me, play with me, let me teeter on the brink of extinction, let me go back and forth through that gate a few more times... Please, Master..."

The Five Spirit Toad was clearly begging for more torment?

Fang Che's eyes almost popped out of their sockets.

What the...?

Could there be such a strange reaction?

Since acquiring the Five Spirit Toad and cultivating the Boundless True Scripture, Fang Che had realized that his scripture could suppress the Five Spirit Toad and even refine it! As he progressed in his cultivation, his control over the Five Spirit Toad grew stronger.

The Five Spirit Toad was the core of the Only Righteous Sect.

Therefore, Fang Che always remained vigilant towards the Five Spirit Toad, frequently using the Boundless True Scripture to suppress it mercilessly.

On the one hand, he knew how to control it, and on the other hand, he was preparing to suppress the Five Spirit Toads inside others, so he had to be extremely careful not to actually kill or refine them.

However, whenever Fang Che was idle, he could torment the Five Spirit Toad several times in a single day!

But even Fang Che hadn't expected that the Five Spirit Toad would become addicted to the abuse!

During this Incubation Deity Program, Fang Che had not tormented the Five Spirit Toad for over two months, and it was already impatient.

Moreover, it felt like a long-neglected body.

Fang Che was speechless, could this be possible?

Of course, Fang Che himself didn't know that... With each torment using the Boundless True Scripture, the Five Spirit Toad became stronger and grew with each session...

It was as if it was cultivating, and it was exactly the same. Not only was Fang Che unaware of this, but even the high-ranking members of the Only Righteous Sect had never encountered such a case, and even the so-called Spirit Puppet was unprecedented.

When the Five Spirit Toad begged for more torment, Fang Che became infuriated. He activated the Boundless True Scripture again, causing the Five Spirit Toad to experience heavenly bliss.

Meanwhile, the chanting of names continued.

One by one, people entered and quickly exited, their faces filled with excitement as they headed towards their respective directions...

The time each person spent was only a fraction of what Fang Che had experienced, perhaps one-tenth of his time.

Fang Che stood in a grassy field, watching the setting sun and the approaching night.

After tormenting the Five Spirit Toad and seeing the little guy panting weakly, Fang Che coldly huffed, thinking, 'How could something be so shameless?'

He then calmed himself and prepared to find Yinshen Gong and the others.

Just then, he suddenly felt the world spin, and his body was instantly transported to a world shrouded in white mist!

Fang Che's eyes widened in recognition. He had experienced this many times before.

But this was happening in the Only Righteous Sect!

A domain!

Who was it that had directly pulled him into their domain at this moment?

(End of Chapter)

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