“Haha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly moved forward.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the entire land, laughing maniacally.
“This is where the real world begins for me.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself incredibly excited, having even taken the sect leader’s warship with him.
After settling matters at Jiuxiao Sect, Lin Fan planned to travel far and wide in this warship.
To Lin Fan, this warship was already extremely fast—much faster than any he had ridden before. In the blink of an eye, it could cover ten miles.
He just couldn’t figure out how the warship worked. If he could understand its principle, Lin Fan wouldn’t mind building one himself.
Gazing intently ahead, Lin Fan thought about visiting Jiuxiao Sect first, and then searching for fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden lands of the old dog, Qisheng.
…
Jiuxiao Sect.
Over the past month, Jiuxiao Sect had remained in a state of depression, with many disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The senior elder was also dead.
Once the largest sect in the Western Extreme Lands, it had completely declined.
Some disciples left Jiuxiao Sect, uncertain of their future, seeking new paths elsewhere.
Other disciples vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to restore Jiuxiao Sect to its former glory.
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my domain.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, and he had even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
To Lin Fan, the speed of the warship was astonishing, far surpassing any he had ridden before. In the blink of an eye, it could cover ten miles.
However, he was clueless about the principles behind the warship’s operation. If he could understand them, Lin Fan wouldn’t mind building a houseboat himself.
Lin Fan’s gaze fixed ahead. After visiting the Nine Heavens Sect, he intended to search for fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Sages.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The Grand Elder was also dead.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, it had completely fallen from grace.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, uncertain of their future, seeking new horizons.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to revive the Nine Heavens Sect.
“Senior Brother, the inauguration ceremony is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed his senior brother could lead the sect back to glory.
“Yes,” Xin Feng nodded. A sect cannot be without a leader, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on Xin Feng, leaving him breathless.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, words stuck in his throat, hesitating. “Senior Brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now altered.
“Junior Brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has declined, it remains a major sect. The inauguration cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said gravely.
“But Senior Brother, your relationship with Lin Fan… if the Sacred Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been pondering this.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior Brother, remember, the Nine Heavens Sect owes the Sacred Sect too much, far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say, ultimately nodding. He understood his senior brother’s thoughts and reasons, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy, receiving one sect after another. Major sects from the Far West had come.
“Senior Brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a welcoming disciple at the entrance said anxiously.
This was a situation he had never faced before, but the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerhouse it once was.
“Junior Brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple said.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect has arrived with disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. Gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple receiving the gifts announced.
But upon seeing the gift, his heart trembled.
This was not a gesture of congratulations but an insult.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples gathered at the entrance, their faces grim upon hearing the announcement. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but an insult.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate, given our gift, and now you leave us standing at the door?” the Red Cloud Sect leader said displeased.
The Red Cloud Sect disciples began to complain.
“Hmph, even in this state, they still act arrogantly.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to a minor sect.”
…
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples listened to these humiliating words, their hearts burning with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever endured such insults? In the past, no sect would dare speak such words.
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, swallowing their pride.
“Sect Leader Hu, please come in,” a former prodigy of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Yes,” the Red Cloud Sect leader Hu nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy forced a bitter smile. In the past, which sect leader would dare be so brazen?
A total of thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, representatives from each sect sat in their designated seats, the thirty-eight sect leaders conversing openly, as if they wanted the Nine Heavens Sect to hear.
“Sect Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A box of mundane jewels.”
“Sect Leader Yang is quite generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Sect Leader Hu, you’re being a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Sect Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good item. I’m the poor one, only bringing some gold.”
…
The sect leaders exchanged words, while the Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing nearby wore expressions of discomfort.
It felt as if each word was a slap to their faces, causing them great pain.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, now reduced to this state.
They knew these people had come with ill intentions, far from mere congratulations.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Realm experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had countless Great Heavenly Realm experts, but now there were none. It was a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the arrogant demeanor of the sect leaders, the hearts of the Nine Heavens Sect disciples burned with anger.
What infuriated them even more was that the disciples of these sects also looked down on them, as if they were beneath notice.
These disciples’ cultivation levels were low, and killing them would be as easy as crushing an ant. But now they could act so brazenly because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, none of these sects would dare to be so insolent.
“Hmm.” Xin Feng nodded. The sect could not be left without a leader, and this heavy burden pressed heavily on his shoulders, making it hard for him to breathe at times.
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my domain.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, and he had even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
The speed of the warship, in Lin Fan’s eyes, was incredibly fast, much faster than any he had ridden before. In the blink of an eye, it could cover ten miles.
However, he didn’t understand the principles behind the warship. If he could grasp them, Lin Fan wouldn’t mind building a houseboat of his own.
Lin Fan’s gaze fixed ahead. After visiting the Nine Heavens Sect, he would search for the fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Saints, that old dog.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The Grand Elder was also dead.
Once the foremost sect in the Far West, it had completely fallen from grace.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, uncertain of their future, seeking new opportunities elsewhere.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to revive the Nine Heavens Sect.
“Senior Brother, the inauguration ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed his senior brother could lead the sect back to glory.
“Mm,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t be without a leader, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on him, making it hard to breathe at times.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, holding back words that lingered in his heart, hesitating. “Senior Brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now softened.
“Junior Brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has fallen, it remains a major sect. The inauguration ceremony cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But Senior Brother, your relationship with Senior Brother Lin… If the Holy Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been thinking of this.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior Brother, remember, the Nine Heavens Sect owes the Holy Sect too much, far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say and could only nod. He understood what his senior brother was thinking and why he chose this path, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy, welcoming one sect after another. Major sects from the Far West had all come.
“Senior Brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a disciple at the entrance said anxiously.
He had never experienced such a situation before, but the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerhouse it once was.
“Junior Brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple said.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect has arrived with disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. Gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple welcoming the sects announced as he received the gifts.
But upon seeing this gift, his heart trembled.
This was not a gesture of congratulations but an insult.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples gathered at the entrance, hearing the announcement, their faces turned grim. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but an insult.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate, given our gift, and now you leave us standing at the entrance?” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect said displeased.
The disciples of the Red Cloud Sect began to complain.
“Hmph, even in this state, they still act so arrogantly.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to any minor sect.”
…
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples listened to these humiliating words, their hearts burning with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever suffered such insults? In the past, no sect would dare speak such words.
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, forced to swallow their pride.
“Sect Leader Hu, please come in,” a former prodigy disciple of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Mm,” Sect Leader Hu of the Red Cloud Sect nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy disciple smiled bitterly. Once, no sect leader would dare to be so brazen.
In total, thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, the sects sat in their respective seats, the thirty-eight sect leaders conversing openly, as if they wanted the Nine Heavens Sect to hear.
“Sect Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A box of mundane jewels.”
“Sect Leader Yang is quite generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Sect Leader Hu, that’s a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Sect Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good item. I’m poor, so I just brought some gold.”
…
The sect leaders chatted among themselves, while the Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing nearby wore grim expressions.
It felt as if each word was a slap to their faces, deeply painful.
Once the foremost sect in the Far West, now reduced to such a state.
They knew these sects came with ill intentions, far from mere congratulations.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Realm experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had countless Great Heavenly Realm experts, but now there were none. It was a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the arrogant demeanor of the sect leaders, the hearts of the Nine Heavens Sect disciples burned with fury.
What infuriated them even more was that the disciples of these sects also looked down on them, as if they were nothing.
Those disciples’ cultivation levels were low, killing them would be as easy as crushing an ant. But now they could act so brazenly because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, none of these sects would dare to be so insolent.
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my domain.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, and he had even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
The speed of the warship, in Lin Fan’s eyes, was incredibly fast, much quicker than any he had ridden before. In the blink of an eye, it was already ten miles away.
However, he didn’t understand the principles behind the warship. If he could grasp them, Lin Fan wouldn’t mind building a houseboat himself.
Lin Fan gazed ahead. After visiting the Nine Heavens Sect, he would search for the fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Saints.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The Grand Elder was also dead.
Once the foremost sect in the Far West, it had completely fallen from grace.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, unsure of where their future lay, seeking new horizons.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to restore the Nine Heavens Sect to its former glory.
“Senior Brother, the inauguration ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed that Senior Brother could lead the sect back to its path of glory.
“Mm,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t be without a leader, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on Xin Feng, leaving him momentarily breathless.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, words stuck in his throat but hesitating to speak. “Senior Brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now altered.
“Junior Brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has fallen, it remains a major sect. The inauguration ceremony cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But Senior Brother, your relationship with Senior Brother Lin… If the Holy Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been thinking of this all along.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior Brother, remember, we owe the Holy Sect far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say and could only nod. He understood what his senior brother was thinking and why he chose this path, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy welcoming one sect after another, with major sects from the Far West arriving.
“Senior Brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a disciple at the entrance said anxiously.
He had never experienced such a situation before, but the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerful entity it once was.
“Junior Brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple said.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect has arrived with disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. Gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple receiving the gifts announced.
But upon seeing this gift, his heart trembled.
This was not a gesture of congratulations but an insult.
The disciples gathered at the entrance, hearing the announcement, each wore a grim expression. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but an insult.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate and given our gift, yet you leave us standing at the entrance?” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect said displeased.
The disciples of the Red Cloud Sect also began to complain.
“Hmph, even in such a state, they still act arrogantly.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to any minor sect.”
…
The disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect, hearing these humiliating words, burned with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever suffered such humiliation? In the past, no sect would dare speak such words.
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, forced to swallow their pride.
“Leader Hu, please come in,” a former prodigy disciple of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Mm,” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy disciple smiled bitterly. In the past, which sect leader would dare to be so brazen?
Now, thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, representatives from each sect sat in their respective seats, the thirty-eight sect leaders conversing openly, as if they wanted the Nine Heavens Sect to hear.
“Sect Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A box of mundane jewels.”
“Sect Leader Yang is quite generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Sect Leader Hu, you’re being a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Sect Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good item. I’m the poor one, only bringing some gold.”
…
The sect leaders chatted among themselves, while the Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing nearby wore grim expressions.
It felt as if each word was a slap to their faces, causing them great pain.
Once the foremost sect in the Far West, now reduced to such a state.
They knew these people came with ill intentions, far from mere congratulations.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heaven Realm experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had countless Great Heaven Realm experts, but now there were none. It was a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the arrogant demeanor of the sect leaders, the disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect burned with fury.
What angered them even more was that the disciples of these sects also pointed and gestured at them, as if they were beneath notice.
These disciples’ cultivation levels were low, killing them would be like crushing ants. But now they could act so brazenly because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, none of these sects would dare to be so insolent.
Xin Feng looked into the distance. His once-sharp and imposing aura had changed.
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my domain.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, having even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
To Lin Fan, the speed of the warship was astonishing, far surpassing any he had ridden before, covering ten miles in the blink of an eye.
However, he was clueless about the principles behind the warship’s operation. If he could understand them, he wouldn’t mind building a personal vessel.
Lin Fan’s gaze was fixed ahead. After visiting the Nine Heavens Sect, he intended to search for fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Sages.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The grand elder was also dead.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, it had now completely fallen from grace.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, uncertain of their future, seeking new opportunities elsewhere.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to revive the Nine Heavens Sect.
“Senior brother, the inauguration ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Although the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed that his senior brother could lead the sect back to glory.
“Mm,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t be left without a leader, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on him, making it hard to breathe at times.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, holding back words that hesitated on his lips. “Senior brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now altered.
“Junior brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has fallen, it remains a major sect. The inauguration ceremony cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But senior brother, your relationship with Lin Fan… If the Holy Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been pondering this.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior brother, remember, we owe the Holy Sect too much, far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say and could only nod. He understood his senior brother’s thoughts and why he chose this path, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy welcoming representatives from various sects across the Far West.
“Senior brother, I’m a bit nervous,” said a disciple at the entrance, feeling uneasy.
This was a situation he had never faced before, as the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerhouse it once was.
“Junior brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple encouraged.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect has arrived with disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. Gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple receiving the gifts announced, his heart trembling at the sight.
This was no congratulatory gesture but an insult.
The disciples gathered at the entrance, upon hearing the announcement, all wore expressions of deep displeasure. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but an insult.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate, given our gift, and now you leave us standing at the entrance?” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect said with displeasure.
The disciples of the Red Cloud Sect also began to complain.
“Hmph, still so arrogant in such a state.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? The ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to a minor sect.”
…
The disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect, hearing these humiliating words, burned with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever suffered such insults? In the past, which sect would dare speak such words?
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, swallowing their pride.
“Leader Hu, please come in,” a former prodigy disciple of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Mm,” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy disciple smiled bitterly. In the past, which sect leader would dare to be so brazen.
Now, a total of thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, representatives from each sect sat in their respective places, the thirty-eight leaders conversing openly, as if they didn’t care if the Nine Heavens Sect heard.
“Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A box of mundane jewels.”
“Leader Yang is indeed generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Leader Hu, you’re being a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Leader Hu isn’t stingy. The ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good item. I’m poor, so I just brought some gold.”
…
The leaders of the various sects exchanged words, while the surrounding disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect wore expressions of deep discomfort.
It was as if each word was a slap to their faces, causing them great pain.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, it had now fallen to such a state.
They knew these visitors meant no good, far from coming to congratulate.
The current Nine Heavens Sect was like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Position experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had Great Heavenly Position experts in abundance, but now there were none. It was indeed a mockery, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the overbearing demeanor of the leaders of the various sects, the hearts of the many disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect burned with anger.
What infuriated them even more was that the disciples of these sects also pointed fingers at them, as if they were beneath notice.
Those disciples’ cultivation levels were not high, killing them would be as easy as crushing an ant, but now they could step over them, all because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, which of these sects would dare to be so insolent?
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my playground.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, having even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
The speed of the warship, in Lin Fan’s eyes, was astonishingly fast, far surpassing any he had previously ridden. In the blink of an eye, it could traverse ten miles.
However, Lin Fan was curious about the principles behind the warship’s operation. If he could understand them, he wouldn’t mind building a houseboat himself.
Lin Fan gazed ahead, determined to search for the fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Sages after visiting the Nine Heavens Sect.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The grand elder was also dead.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, it had completely fallen from grace.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, uncertain of their future, seeking new horizons.
Others vowed to stand by Xin Feng, striving to restore the Nine Heavens Sect to its former glory.
“Senior Brother, the inauguration ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed his senior brother could lead them back to glory.
“Mm,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t remain leaderless, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on him, making it hard to breathe at times.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, holding back words that lingered on the tip of his tongue. “Senior Brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Our scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now softened.
“Junior Brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has fallen, it remains a major sect. The inauguration ceremony cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But Senior Brother, your relationship with Lin Fan… If the Sacred Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had always harbored this thought.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior Brother, remember, we owe the Sacred Sect far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say, eventually nodding in understanding. He knew what his senior brother was thinking and why he chose this path, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy, welcoming representatives from various sects across the Far West.
“Senior Brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a disciple at the entrance said anxiously.
This was a situation he had never faced before, as the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerhouse it once was.
“Junior Brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple encouraged.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect has arrived with disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. Gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple receiving the gifts announced.
But upon seeing the gift, his heart trembled.
This was not a gesture of goodwill but an insult.
The disciples gathered at the entrance, upon hearing the announcement, wore expressions of deep displeasure. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing short of humiliation.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate, given our gift, and now you leave us standing at the entrance?” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect said with displeasure.
The disciples of the Red Cloud Sect began to complain.
“Hmph, even in this state, they still act so arrogantly.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to any minor sect.”
…
The disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect, hearing these humiliating words, burned with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever endured such insults? In the past, no sect would dare speak so boldly.
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, swallowing their pride.
“Leader Hu, please come inside,” a former prodigy of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Mm,” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy smiled bitterly, recalling a time when no sect leader would dare be so brazen.
In total, thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, representatives from each sect sat in their designated seats, the thirty-eight leaders conversing openly, as if they wanted the Nine Heavens Sect to hear every word.
“Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A chest of mundane jewels.”
“Leader Yang is quite generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Leader Hu, that’s a bit stingy. My chest of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good item. I’m the poor one, only bringing some gold.”
…
The leaders exchanged words, while the surrounding disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect wore pained expressions.
It felt as if each word was a slap to their faces, deeply wounding their pride.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, now reduced to such a state.
They knew these sects had not come with good intentions, their presence far from a simple congratulation.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Realm experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had countless Great Heavenly Realm experts, but now, not a single one remained. It was a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the arrogant demeanor of the sect leaders, the disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect burned with inner fury.
What infuriated them even more was that the disciples of these sects also looked down on them, as if they were beneath notice.
These disciples, with their low cultivation levels, could be crushed like ants, yet they dared to act so boldly, all because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, none of these sects would dare to act so insolently.
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the entire land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my domain.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, and he had even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
After resolving matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
The speed of the warship, in Lin Fan’s eyes, was already incredibly fast, much faster than any he had ridden before. In the blink of an eye, it was ten miles away.
However, he didn’t understand the principle behind the warship. If he could grasp it, Lin Fan wouldn’t mind building a houseboat himself.
Lin Fan gazed ahead. After visiting the Nine Heavens Sect, he would search for the fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Saints.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The grand elder was also dead.
Once the foremost sect in the far west, it had completely fallen.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, unsure of their future, seeking new horizons.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to revive the Nine Heavens Sect.
“Senior Brother, the inauguration ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be rocky, he believed his senior brother could lead it back to glory.
“Yes,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t be without a leader, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on him, making it hard to breathe.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, words stuck in his throat but hesitant to speak. “Senior Brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now changed.
“Junior Brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has fallen, it remains a major sect. The inauguration cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But Senior Brother, your relationship with Lin Fan… If the Holy Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been thinking of this.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior Brother, remember, we owe the Holy Sect too much, far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say and could only nod. He understood his senior brother’s thoughts and why he chose this path, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy, receiving one sect after another. Major sects from the far west had all come.
“Senior Brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a disciple at the entrance said anxiously.
This was a first for him, but the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerful force it once was.
“Junior Brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple said.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect has arrived with disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. Gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple receiving the gifts announced.
But upon seeing the gift, his heart trembled.
This was not a gesture of goodwill but an insult.
The disciples gathered at the entrance, hearing the announcement, their faces turned grim. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but an insult.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate, given our gift, and now you leave us standing at the entrance?” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect said displeased.
The disciples of the Red Cloud Sect began to complain.
“Hmph, even in this state, they still act so arrogantly.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to a minor sect.”
…
The disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect, hearing these humiliating words, burned with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever suffered such insults? In the past, which sect would dare speak like this?
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, forced to swallow their pride.
“Leader Hu, please come inside,” a former prodigy disciple of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to receive them.
“Yes,” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy disciple smiled bitterly. In the past, which sect leader would dare be so insolent?
Now, a total of thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, representatives from each sect sat in their respective seats, the thirty-eight leaders conversing openly, as if they wanted the Nine Heavens Sect to hear.
“Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A box of mundane jewels.”
“Leader Yang is indeed generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Leader Hu, you’re being a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good thing. I’m poor, so I just brought some gold.”
…
The leaders of the various sects exchanged words, while the Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing around them wore grim expressions.
It felt as if each word was a slap to their faces, causing them great pain.
Once the foremost sect in the far west, now reduced to this state.
They knew these people came with ill intentions, far from mere congratulations.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Realm experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had countless Great Heavenly Realm experts, but now there were none. It was a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the arrogant demeanor of the leaders of the various sects, the hearts of the Nine Heavens Sect disciples burned with fury.
What angered them even more was that the disciples of these sects also looked down on them, as if they were nothing.
These disciples’ cultivation levels were low, killing them would be as easy as crushing an ant, but now they could trample over them only because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, which of these sects would dare act so insolently?
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my playground.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, having even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
To Lin Fan, the warship’s speed was astonishing, far surpassing any he had ridden before. In the blink of an eye, it could traverse ten miles.
However, the principles behind the warship’s operation eluded him. If he could understand them, Lin Fan wouldn’t mind building a personal vessel.
Lin Fan gazed ahead. After visiting the Nine Heavens Sect, he intended to search for fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Saints.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The Grand Elder was also dead.
Once the foremost sect in the Far West, it had now completely fallen.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, uncertain of their future, seeking new horizons.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to revive the Nine Heavens Sect.
“Senior Brother, the inauguration ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed Xin Feng could lead it back to glory.
“Mm,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t remain leaderless, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on him, leaving him breathless.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, words stuck in his throat, hesitating. “Senior Brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now altered.
“Junior Brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has fallen, it remains a major sect. The inauguration ceremony cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But Senior Brother, your relationship with Lin Fan… If the Sacred Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been pondering this.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior Brother, remember, we owe the Sacred Sect far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say, eventually nodding. He understood Xin Feng’s thoughts and reasons, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy welcoming representatives from various sects across the Far West.
“Senior Brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a disciple at the entrance said anxiously.
This was a first for him, as the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerhouse it once was.
“Junior Brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple encouraged.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect and his disciples have arrived to congratulate the new sect leader. Their gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple receiving the gifts announced, though his heart trembled at the sight.
This was no congratulatory gesture but an insult.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples gathered at the entrance, their faces grim upon hearing the announcement. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but humiliation.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate and given our gift, yet you leave us standing at the entrance?” the Red Cloud Sect leader said displeased.
The Red Cloud Sect disciples began to complain.
“Hmph, still so arrogant in this state.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to any minor sect.”
…
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples, hearing these humiliating words, burned with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever endured such disgrace? In the past, no sect would dare speak thus.
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, swallowing their pride.
“Sect Leader Hu, please come in,” a former prodigy of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Mm,” Sect Leader Hu of the Red Cloud Sect nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy smiled bitterly. Once, no sect leader would dare be so brazen.
In total, thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, representatives from each sect sat in their designated spots, the thirty-eight sect leaders conversing openly, as if ensuring the Nine Heavens Sect could hear.
“Sect Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A chest of mundane jewels.”
“Sect Leader Yang, you’re quite generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Sect Leader Hu, you’re rather stingy. My chest of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Heh, Sect Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a fine gift. I, on the other hand, am poor, only bringing some gold.”
…
The sect leaders exchanged words, while the Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing nearby wore expressions of pain.
It was as if each word was a slap to their faces, deeply wounding them.
Once the foremost sect in the Far West, now reduced to such a state.
They knew these visitors meant no goodwill, their presence far from congratulatory.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Realm experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had them in abundance, but now there were none. It was a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the arrogant demeanor of the sect leaders, the Nine Heavens Sect disciples burned with inner fury.
What angered them more was that the disciples of these sects also looked down on them, as if they were beneath notice.
Those disciples, whose cultivation was low, could be crushed like ants. Yet now they dared to act superior, all because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, none of these sects would dare be so insolent.
“Have the representatives from other sects arrived yet?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have started to arrive one after another.”
…
At the entrance of Jiuxiao Sect.
Jiuxiao Sect disciples were busy welcoming representatives from one sect after another—major sects from the Western Extreme Lands had all arrived.
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive warship swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my domain.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, and he had even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s warship.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the warship.
The speed of the warship, in Lin Fan’s eyes, was incredibly fast, much quicker than any he had ridden before. In the blink of an eye, it could cover ten miles.
However, Lin Fan was curious about the principles behind the warship. If he could understand them, he wouldn’t mind building a houseboat himself.
Lin Fan gazed ahead, planning to search for the fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Sages after visiting the Nine Heavens Sect.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The grand elder was also dead.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, it had completely fallen from grace.
Some disciples had left the Nine Heavens Sect, unsure of their future, seeking new horizons.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to revive the Nine Heavens Sect.
“Senior Brother, the inauguration ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed that Senior Brother Xin Feng could lead the sect back to glory.
“Yes,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t be without a leader, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on him, making it hard to breathe at times.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, hesitating to voice his thoughts. “Senior Brother, given the current situation, perhaps the inauguration ceremony could be postponed. Our scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now altered.
“Junior Brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has declined, it remains a major sect. The inauguration ceremony cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later. Let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But Senior Brother, with your relationship with Senior Brother Lin, if the Sacred Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been pondering this.
Xin Feng shook his head. “Junior Brother, remember, the Nine Heavens Sect owes the Sacred Sect too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say and could only nod. He understood his senior brother’s thoughts and why he chose this path, but the current situation was far from ideal.
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy welcoming representatives from various sects across the Far West.
“Senior Brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a disciple at the entrance said anxiously.
He had never experienced such a situation before, but the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerhouse it once was.
“Junior Brother, don’t be nervous. Just show our spirit,” another disciple encouraged.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect has arrived with disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. Gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple welcoming the sects announced, his voice trembling upon seeing the gift.
This was no congratulatory gesture but an insult.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples gathered at the entrance, their faces darkening at the announcement. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but humiliation.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate and given our gift, yet you leave us standing at the entrance?” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect said displeased.
The disciples of the Red Cloud Sect began to complain.
“Hmph, even in this state, they still act so arrogantly.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to any minor sect.”
…
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples listened to these humiliating words, their hearts burning with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever suffered such disgrace? In the past, no sect would dare speak like this.
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, swallowing their pride.
“Leader Hu, please come in,” a former prodigy of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Yes,” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect nodded. “You know how to handle things.”
The prodigy disciple smiled bitterly. In the past, no sect leader would dare be so insolent.
A total of thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the inauguration hall, representatives from each sect sat in their designated seats, the thirty-eight leaders conversing openly, as if they wanted the Nine Heavens Sect to hear.
“Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A box of mundane jewels.”
“Leader Yang is quite generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Leader Hu, you’re being a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good item. I’m poor, so I just brought some gold.”
…
The leaders chatted among themselves, while the Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing nearby wore grim expressions.
It felt like slaps to their faces, each word a painful blow.
Once the premier sect of the Far West, now reduced to this.
They knew these visitors meant no good, their presence far from a simple congratulation.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Realm experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had countless Great Heavenly Realm experts, but now there were none. It was a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the arrogant demeanor of the sect leaders, the Nine Heavens Sect disciples felt a fire burning within them.
What infuriated them more was that the disciples of these sects also looked down on them, treating them with disdain.
These disciples’ cultivation levels were low, and killing them would be as easy as crushing an ant. Yet, they dared to act so boldly because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, none of these sects would dare to be so insolent.
He had never experienced such a situation before. Jiuxiao Sect was no longer as powerful as it once was.
“Hahaha…”
In the endless void, a massive war vessel swiftly advanced.
Lin Fan stood there, overlooking the vast land, laughing maniacally.
“The outside world is my playground.”
After leaving the sect, Lin Fan found himself exhilarated, having even managed to commandeer the sect leader’s war vessel.
Once he resolved matters at the Nine Heavens Sect, Lin Fan planned to roam freely with the vessel.
The speed of the vessel, in Lin Fan’s eyes, was incredibly fast, much faster than any he had ridden before, covering ten miles in the blink of an eye.
However, he was clueless about the vessel’s mechanics. If he could understand its principles, Lin Fan wouldn’t mind building a houseboat himself.
Lin Fan’s gaze fixed ahead; after visiting the Nine Heavens Sect, he intended to search for fragments of the Supreme Token and the forbidden land of the Seven Sages’ old dog.
…
Nine Heavens Sect.
Over the past month, the Nine Heavens Sect had been in a state of despondency, with some disciples losing hope for the future.
The sect leader was dead.
The grand elder was also dead.
Once the foremost sect of the Far West, it had completely fallen from grace.
Some disciples left the Nine Heavens Sect, unsure of their future, seeking new beginnings elsewhere.
Others vowed to stay by Xin Feng’s side, striving to revive the Nine Heavens Sect.
“Senior brother, the ceremony for the new sect leader is about to begin,” Feng Xiaoling said with concern. Though the future of the Nine Heavens Sect might be fraught with challenges, he believed his senior brother could lead the sect back to glory.
“Mm,” Xin Feng nodded. The sect couldn’t be without a leader, and the weight of this responsibility pressed heavily on him, making it hard to breathe at times.
Feng Xiaoling looked at his senior brother, holding back words, hesitating. “Senior brother, given the current situation, perhaps the ceremony for the new sect leader doesn’t need to be held. Scouts report that many sects harbor ill intentions.”
Xin Feng gazed into the distance, his once sharp demeanor now altered.
“Junior brother, though the Nine Heavens Sect has declined, it remains a major sect. The ceremony cannot be canceled. As for those sects, we will face them sooner or later, so let them come,” Xin Feng said solemnly.
“But senior brother, your relationship with Senior Brother Lin, if the Sacred Sect comes to support us, perhaps…” Feng Xiaoling had been thinking of this.
Xin Feng shook his head, “Junior brother, remember, we owe the Sacred Sect too much, far too much.”
Feng Xiaoling didn’t know what to say, eventually just nodding. He understood his senior brother’s thoughts and why he chose this path, but the current situation was far from ideal…
“How are the representatives from the other sects?” Xin Feng asked.
“They have been arriving one after another.”
…
At the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
Disciples of the Nine Heavens Sect were busy, welcoming one sect after another, with major sects from the Far West arriving.
“Senior brother, I’m a bit nervous,” a welcoming disciple at the entrance said nervously.
This was a situation he had never faced before, but the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer the powerful entity it once was.
“Junior brother, don’t be nervous, just show our spirit,” another disciple said.
At that moment, a group appeared at the entrance of the Nine Heavens Sect.
“The leader of the Red Cloud Sect brings disciples to congratulate the new sect leader, with a gift… a ten-year Vermilion Fruit,” the disciple welcoming the sects announced as he received the gifts from each sect.
But upon seeing this gift, his heart trembled.
This was not a gesture of congratulations but an insult.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples gathered at the entrance, hearing the announcement, each face turned grim. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit? This was nothing but an insult.
“What? Is this how the Nine Heavens Sect treats its guests? We’ve come to congratulate, given our gift, and now we’re left standing at the entrance?” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect said displeased.
And the disciples of the Red Cloud Sect began to complain.
“Hmph, still so arrogant in such a state.”
“Does the Nine Heavens Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they displeased with the lightness of the gift? This ten-year Vermilion Fruit is the grandest gift our leader has given to a minor sect.”
…
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples, hearing these humiliating words, burned with anger. When had the Nine Heavens Sect ever suffered such humiliation? In the past, which sect would dare speak such words?
But considering the current state of the Nine Heavens Sect, the disciples clenched their fists, swallowing their pride.
“Leader Hu, please come inside,” a former prodigy disciple of the Nine Heavens Sect stepped forward to welcome them.
“Mm,” the leader of the Red Cloud Sect, Hu, nodded, “You know how to behave.”
The prodigy disciple smiled bitterly. Once, which sect leader would dare be so insolent?
Now, a total of thirty-eight sects had arrived, with the Red Cloud Sect being the last.
Outside the enthronement hall, each sect sat in their respective places, the thirty-eight sect leaders conversing openly, as if they feared the Nine Heavens Sect wouldn’t hear.
“Leader Yang, what did you bring?”
“A box of mundane jewels.”
“Leader Yang is quite generous. I brought a ten-year Vermilion Fruit.”
“Haha, Leader Hu, you’re a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Vermilion Fruits.”
“Hehe, Leader Hu isn’t stingy. A ten-year Vermilion Fruit is a good thing. I’m poor, just brought some gold.”
…
The sect leaders chatted among themselves, while the Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing around wore expressions of discomfort.
It was as if each word was a slap to their faces, causing them great pain.
Once the foremost sect of the Far West, now reduced to such a state.
They knew these people came with ill intentions, far from mere congratulations.
The Nine Heavens Sect was now like a piece of meat on a chopping block, at the mercy of others.
Great Heavenly Position experts…
Once, the Nine Heavens Sect had countless Great Heavenly Position experts, but now there were none, a bitter irony, not even comparable to a minor sect.
Seeing the overbearing demeanor of the sect leaders, the hearts of the Nine Heavens Sect disciples burned with anger.
What infuriated them more was that the disciples of these sects also pointed fingers at them, as if they were beneath notice.
These disciples’ cultivation levels were not high, killing them would be like crushing an ant, but now they could jump on their heads, all because the Nine Heavens Sect no longer had strong protectors.
If the sect leader and elders were still here, which of these sects would dare be so insolent?
At that moment, a group of people arrived at the entrance of Jiuxiao Sect.
“Master Hu of Hongyun Sect arrives with his disciples to congratulate the new sect leader. The gift is a ten-year-old Zhu Guo,” announced the disciple responsible for receiving guests and announcing arrivals.
Upon seeing the gift, his heart trembled.
This was not a congratulatory gesture—it was an insult.
The Jiuxiao Sect disciples gathered at the entrance heard this announcement, and each of their faces turned dark with anger. A ten-year-old Zhu Guo? This was pure humiliation.
“What? Is this how Jiuxiao Sect greets its guests? We’ve offered our congratulations and presented our gift. Are you going to keep us standing at the gate?” Master Hu of Hongyun Sect said with displeasure.
Hongyun Sect’s disciples also began to grumble.
“Hmph, even in this state, they still act so arrogantly.”
“Does Jiuxiao Sect still think highly of itself? Our presence here is already a great honor.”
“Are they dissatisfied with the gift? This ten-year-old Zhu Guo is the most generous gift our sect leader has ever given to a smaller sect.”
…
The Jiuxiao Sect disciples listened to these humiliating words, their hearts burning with anger. When had Jiuxiao Sect ever suffered such insults? None of these sects had dared to speak this way before.
But thinking about Jiuxiao Sect’s current state, the disciples clenched their fists, swallowing their anger and humiliation.
“Master Hu, please come inside,” said a former outstanding disciple of Jiuxiao Sect, stepping forward to welcome them.
“Hmm.” Master Hu of Hongyun Sect nodded. “You know how to behave.”
The former outstanding disciple gave a bitter smile. When had the masters of these sects ever dared to act so boldly?
A total of thirty-eight sects had arrived, and Hongyun Sect was the last.
Outside the grand hall for the ceremony, representatives from the various sects sat in their designated seats, exchanging conversations without bothering to lower their voices, as if deliberately ensuring Jiuxiao Sect could hear every word.
“Master Yang, what did you bring as a gift?”
“Just a box of ordinary jewels.”
“Master Yang, you’re quite generous. I brought a ten-year-old Zhu Guo.”
“Haha, Master Hu, yours seems a bit stingy. My box of jewels could buy two of your Zhu Guos.”
“Ah, Master Hu isn’t stingy at all. A ten-year-old Zhu Guo is a valuable item. I’m just poor, so I brought some gold.”
…
The various sect leaders chatted among themselves, while the Jiuxiao Sect disciples standing nearby wore expressions of deep humiliation.
It felt as if each word was a slap to their faces, causing them great pain.
Once the dominant sect in the Western Extreme Lands, Jiuxiao Sect had now fallen to such a state.
They all knew these visitors had ulterior motives—they were not here to offer congratulations.
Now, Jiuxiao Sect was like a piece of meat on a chopping block, completely at the mercy of others.
Great Heaven-level experts…
Jiuxiao Sect had once had countless Great Heaven-level experts, but now there wasn’t a single one left—an ironic situation, worse than even the smallest sect.
Watching the various sect leaders acting arrogantly, the Jiuxiao Sect disciples burned with anger inside.
Even more infuriating was that the disciples of these sects also pointed fingers at them, showing no respect whatsoever.
These disciples might have low cultivation levels—killing them would be as easy as squashing an ant—but the reason they could now stand on Jiuxiao Sect’s head was precisely because Jiuxiao Sect lacked powerful experts to protect it.
If the sect leader and elders were still alive, would any of these sects dare to act so outrageously?
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