At this moment, Hu Zongzhu of the Hongyun Sect was thoroughly enjoying the current atmosphere. In the past, whenever he had the chance to visit the Jiuxiao Sect, he had to keep a low profile and behave himself. But now, the way he surveyed the surroundings was as if he were looking at his own sect.
Hu Zongzhu picked up his teacup and took a small sip. Immediately, he placed the cup back onto the table beside him with a thud. He fixed a cold stare at the Jiuxiao Sect disciple who had been hosting them and spoke with an expression of displeasure.
“What kind of tea is this? It’s unbearably bitter. Serving such low-quality tea to us—do you intend to insult all the sect leaders present here today?” Hu Zongzhu was clearly furious.
He was very familiar with the taste of this tea. In Jiuxiao Sect’s heyday, they had served this exact tea to him. But now, things were no longer what they used to be. Did they really think they could still get away with treating them like this?
“Master Hu, this is the tea we’ve always used in the Jiuxiao Sect,” one disciple said with a slightly furrowed brow, stepping forward.
At that moment, a disciple from behind Hu Zongzhu suddenly stepped forward and slapped the Jiuxiao Sect disciple, sending him flying.
“Hmph, if our sect leader says it’s low-quality tea, then it is. Why don’t you hurry up and bring out your best tea?” the disciple sneered.
The disciple who had been slapped was furious and wanted to charge forward and fight back. When had they ever experienced such treatment?
The leaders of the various sects remained calm and composed in their seats, watching the scene unfold before them with cold amusement. They were silently laughing to themselves, eager to see how Jiuxiao Sect would handle the situation.
If Jiuxiao Sect couldn’t endure this and decided to fight back, that would be exactly what they wanted.
Provoking conflict and seizing the sect—Jiuxiao’s vast lands and resources would be more than enough for them to divide among themselves.
At this moment, the Hongyun Sect disciple stood tall and proud, his heart brimming with excitement. In the past, Jiuxiao Sect had loomed like an unscalable mountain in their hearts, seemingly impossible to overcome.
But now that Jiuxiao had declined, wasn’t it now just a soft persimmon, ripe for the picking?
“You…” the Jiuxiao disciple was about to say something when he was stopped by someone.
“Senior Brother…” the disciple, his face flushed with anger, looked at the person who had stopped him, his heart filled with resentment.
“Step aside. Have someone prepare the best tea for all the sect leaders. I’ll handle this,” Wu Hao ordered.
Sect Master Hu of the Red Cloud Sect was thoroughly enjoying the current atmosphere. In the past, whenever he had the opportunity to visit the Nine Heavens Sect, he had to keep a low profile and behave himself. But now, the way he surveyed his surroundings was as if he were inspecting his own sect.
Sect Master Hu picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and then abruptly placed it back on the table. He glared at the Nine Heavens Sect disciple who was serving him, his expression clearly displeased.
“What kind of tea is this? It’s unbearably bitter. Are you trying to insult us, the sect masters gathered here, by serving such inferior tea?” Sect Master Hu was visibly angry.
He was very familiar with the taste of this tea. When the Nine Heavens Sect was at its peak, this was the tea they served. But times had changed. Did they really think they could still serve this tea and get away with it?
“Sect Master Hu, this is the tea we have always used in the Nine Heavens Sect,” a disciple replied, frowning slightly as he stepped forward.
At that moment, a disciple standing behind Sect Master Hu suddenly stepped forward and slapped the Nine Heavens Sect disciple, sending him flying.
“Hmph, if our sect master says it’s inferior tea, then it’s inferior tea. Hurry up and bring out the best you have.”
The disciple who had been slapped was furious and wanted to rush forward to fight back. When had they ever been treated like this?
The other sect masters sat calmly, watching the scene unfold with cold smiles. They were curious to see how the Nine Heavens Sect would handle this. If they couldn’t endure it and resorted to fighting, that would be exactly what they wanted.
Stirring up trouble and directly seizing the sect. The Nine Heavens Sect was vast and rich in resources, enough for them to divide among themselves.
The Red Cloud Sect disciple stood tall, his chest puffed out, feeling extremely excited. In the past, the Nine Heavens Sect had been like a towering mountain in their minds, impossible to climb. But now that the Nine Heavens Sect had declined, wasn’t it just a soft persimmon, ripe for the picking?
“You…” The Nine Heavens Sect disciple was about to say something when someone stopped him.
“Senior brother…” The disciple’s face was red as he looked at the person who had stopped him, his voice filled with indignation.
“Step back. Have someone prepare the best tea for the sect masters. I’ll handle this,” Wu Hao ordered.
The disciple was deeply dissatisfied, but he could only nod in agreement.
“Sect Master Hu, esteemed sect masters, I apologize for the poor hospitality. I have already sent someone to prepare new tea,” Wu Hao said, clasping his hands in a gesture of respect.
Wu Hao was a formidable figure in the Nine Heavens Sect, once known for his arrogance. But now that the Nine Heavens Sect had fallen from its former glory, he had to set aside his pride to ensure the sect’s survival.
“Haha, very well. You know how to handle things. We won’t make a big deal out of this. It’s getting late, hasn’t the new sect master arrived yet?” Sect Master Hu said with a smile, waving his hand dismissively.
“The sect master will be here shortly,” Wu Hao replied, glancing at the assembled crowd before slowly stepping back. There were thirty-eight sects here, each with their own ulterior motives.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples who were busy around them felt a deep sense of humiliation. They knew these sect masters well. In the past, they had been respectful and eager to curry favor with the Nine Heavens Sect. But now, they were acting arrogantly, no longer showing any respect.
They understood that this was because the Nine Heavens Sect had declined. But the stark contrast was hard for them to accept.
Watching the disciples of the thirty-eight sects strutting around, pointing and ordering them as if they were servants, they were filled with anger. But they knew what they had to do. For now, they had to endure the humiliation, or they would cause trouble for their sect master.
“The sect master has arrived…”
At that moment, Xin Feng walked in from the distance. The thirty-eight sect masters turned their heads, their expressions meaningful.
They didn’t stand up, remaining seated.
The disciples of the thirty-eight sects chatted among themselves, their voices loud and grating.
“So this is the new sect master of the Nine Heavens Sect.”
“I know him, the top talent of the Nine Heavens Sect.”
“Haha, it seems the Nine Heavens Sect has truly declined. Even though he’s their top talent, his strength is worlds apart from our sect masters. Even our elder could easily crush him.”
…
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples clenched their fists, their hearts filled with anger and frustration.
Feng Xiaoling followed behind Xin Feng. Although he was displeased with the situation, he had already anticipated it.
Xin Feng’s gaze was calm, completely unfazed by everything. He walked to the main seat and clasped his hands in greeting.
“Thank you all for coming. I am Xin Feng, and today I ascend to the position of sect master of the Nine Heavens Sect.”
The thirty-eight sect masters exchanged glances, then leaned slightly forward and clasped their hands in return, offering some polite words. But they hadn’t come here to exchange pleasantries. They had a purpose.
Xin Feng sat down, and the atmosphere in the room fell into silence.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples stood behind Xin Feng, knowing that today would not be easy.
Sect Master Hu of the Red Cloud Sect chuckled. “The Nine Heavens Sect has undergone great changes recently, and we deeply regret it…”
The other sect masters straightened up when they heard Sect Master Hu speak. They knew the important matter was about to be brought up.
“However, after much discussion, we have reached a unanimous conclusion. We would like Sect Master Xin to hear it,” Sect Master Hu said.
Xin Feng’s fingers twitched slightly, but he smiled and said, “Sect Master Hu, please go ahead.”
Sect Master Hu cleared his throat, then looked around the room and spoke directly. “The Nine Heavens Sect was once at its peak, occupying many territories. These territories originally belonged to our thirty-eight sects. For the sake of fairness in the future, we suggest that Sect Master Xin return these territories to us.”
“That’s right.”
“Most of the Nine Heavens Sect’s territories were taken from us. It’s about time they were returned.”
The thirty-eight sect masters nodded in agreement.
Xin Feng’s expression changed slightly, but he maintained his composure and smiled. “Esteemed sect masters, I’m afraid I don’t quite understand what you mean. When did the Nine Heavens Sect ever seize your territories? Those lands were passed down by our ancestors…”
Sect Master Hu of the Red Cloud Sect waved his hand, cutting Xin Feng off before he could finish.
“Sect Master Xin, we came here to discuss this with you in principle. If you insist on being stubborn, our thirty-eight sects will not hesitate to go to war with the Nine Heavens Sect. Think carefully.”
Sect Master Hu’s expression turned cold. He didn’t want to beat around the bush. The Nine Heavens Sect had declined, and they had initially tried to be polite. If Xin Feng was reasonable, they didn’t want to escalate the situation. But given the current circumstances, if they didn’t speak harshly, he might not realize the gravity of the situation.
“May I ask which territories Sect Master Hu is referring to?” Xin Feng asked, his hands clenched tightly inside his sleeves.
“The Sea Flame Mountain belongs to our Red Cloud Sect,” Sect Master Hu said without hesitation. “The Nine Heavens Sect has controlled the Sea Flame Mountain for thousands of years, causing significant losses to our sect. If Sect Master Xin truly wishes for peaceful coexistence, you can compensate us with a hundred treasures.”
“And what about the rest of you?” Xin Feng asked calmly, though he was seething with anger inside.
One by one, the sect masters stated their demands.
By the time the last sect master finished speaking, the faces of all the Nine Heavens Sect disciples were red—not with excitement, but with anger.
Xin Feng stood up, his gaze fixed on the crowd, his teeth clenched. “Are you trying to carve up the Nine Heavens Sect?”
Xin Feng had prepared himself to lose some things, but he hadn’t expected the thirty-eight sects to be so brazen, directly aiming to divide the Nine Heavens Sect.
“That’s not how you should put it. We’re only asking for what rightfully belongs to us,” Sect Master Hu said.
“That’s right.”
“It’s time to return them.”
…
The sect masters nodded in agreement.
“That’s impossible…” Xin Feng said, his voice filled with rage.
Sect Master Hu of the Red Cloud Sect glanced at Xin Feng and then sneered as he stood up. “Whether it’s possible or not isn’t for you to decide.”
“That’s right. If the Nine Heavens Sect doesn’t return our territories, our thirty-eight sects will not hesitate to form an alliance and completely eradicate the Nine Heavens Sect from the western lands.”
At that moment, all thirty-eight sect masters stood up.
They had already decided to take down the Nine Heavens Sect. If this negotiation failed, so much the better. They would directly attack and completely destroy the Nine Heavens Sect.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples standing nearby were filled with anger. This was truly too much.
Xin Feng took a deep breath.
“Hey, look over there. A war vessel is approaching,” a disciple suddenly shouted, pointing into the distance.
Everyone turned their gaze to the horizon and couldn’t help but gasp. It was an enormous war vessel.
The thirty-eight sect masters exchanged glances. Could it be that someone else had come to take a share of the spoils?
Xin Feng stood there, his fists clenched tightly. Was the Nine Heavens Sect going to be carved up like a lamb today?
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples hung their heads, their hearts filled with humiliation. This was a disgrace.
“Master Hu, esteemed sect leaders, I apologize for the poor hospitality. I’ve already had someone prepare new tea for you,” Wu Hao said, bowing respectfully to the gathered sect leaders.
Wu Hao had always been a formidable figure in Jiuxiao Sect, once proud and arrogant. But now, with Jiuxiao’s decline, he had to swallow his pride to ensure the sect’s peaceful continuation.
“Haha, well said. You certainly know how to handle things. We won’t hold this against you. It’s getting late—has the new sect leader not arrived yet?” Hu Zongzhu said with a wave of his hand, smiling.
“The sect leader will be here shortly,” Wu Hao replied. Then, glancing at the gathered crowd, he slowly stepped back. Among these thirty-eight sects, not one had good intentions.
Meanwhile, the Jiuxiao disciples working around the area felt a deep sense of frustration as they witnessed this scene. They were well aware of these sects—once, each had shown Jiuxiao nothing but reverence, desperately trying to curry favor. Now, they were acting so arrogantly, no longer regarding Jiuxiao as anything to be feared.
They understood the reason behind this change: Jiuxiao’s decline.
But this sudden reversal was hard for them to accept.
Watching the disciples of the thirty-eight sects strutting around with arrogance, pointing fingers and treating them like servants, they felt anger boiling inside.
Yet they knew what they must do—they had to swallow their pride and endure, or else they would bring trouble upon their sect leader.
“The sect leader has arrived…”
At this moment, Xin Feng approached from afar. Upon hearing this announcement, the leaders of the thirty-eight sects exchanged meaningful glances.
They did not stand up but remained seated.
The disciples of the thirty-eight sects chatted amongst themselves, their voices loud and grating.
“This is Jiuxiao’s new sect leader?”
“I know him—he’s Jiuxiao’s top genius.”
“Heheh, looks like Jiuxiao has truly fallen. Even though he’s their number one genius, his strength pales in comparison to our sect leaders. Even our sect’s senior elders could crush him easily.”
…
At this moment, Sect Master Hu of the Red Cloud Sect was thoroughly enjoying the atmosphere. In the past, whenever he had the opportunity to visit the Nine Heavens Sect, he would tread carefully and behave himself. But now, the way he surveyed his surroundings was as if he were inspecting his own sect.
Sect Master Hu picked up his teacup, took a sip, and immediately placed it back on the table. He glared at the Nine Heavens Sect disciple who was serving him, his expression displeased.
“What kind of tea is this? It’s unbearably bitter. Are you trying to insult us, the sect masters gathered here, by serving such low-quality tea?” Sect Master Hu was visibly angry.
He was very familiar with the taste of this tea. When the Nine Heavens Sect was at its peak, this was the tea they served. But times had changed. Did they really think they could still serve this tea and get away with it?
“Sect Master Hu, this is the tea we have always used in the Nine Heavens Sect,” a disciple replied, frowning slightly as he stepped forward.
At that moment, a disciple standing behind Sect Master Hu suddenly stepped forward and slapped the Nine Heavens Sect disciple, sending him flying.
“Hmph, if our sect master says it’s low-quality tea, then it’s low-quality tea. Hurry up and bring out the best you have.”
The disciple who had been slapped was furious and wanted to charge forward to fight back. When had they ever been treated like this?
The other sect masters sat calmly, watching the scene unfold. They were inwardly sneering, curious to see how the Nine Heavens Sect would handle this.
If they couldn’t endure it and resorted to fighting, that would be exactly what they wanted.
Stirring up trouble and directly seizing the sect. The Nine Heavens Sect was vast and rich in resources, enough for them to divide among themselves.
The Red Cloud Sect disciple stood tall, his chest puffed out, feeling exhilarated. In the past, the Nine Heavens Sect had been like an insurmountable mountain in their minds. But now that the Nine Heavens Sect had declined, they were nothing more than a soft persimmon, ready to be squeezed.
“You…” the Nine Heavens Sect disciple was about to say something when someone stopped him.
“Senior brother…” the disciple said, his face red with anger as he looked at the person who had stopped him.
“Step back. Have someone prepare the best tea for the sect masters. I’ll handle this,” Wu Hao ordered.
The disciple was filled with resentment but could only nod in agreement.
“Sect Master Hu, esteemed sect masters, my apologies for the poor hospitality. I’ve already sent someone to prepare something better,” Wu Hao said, clasping his hands in a gesture of respect.
Wu Hao was a formidable figure in the Nine Heavens Sect, once known for his arrogance. But now that the Nine Heavens Sect was no longer what it used to be, he had to set aside his pride to ensure the sect’s survival.
“Haha, very well. You know how to handle things. We won’t make a big deal out of this. It’s getting late. Has the new sect master not arrived yet?” Sect Master Hu said with a smile, waving his hand dismissively.
“The sect master will be here shortly,” Wu Hao replied, glancing at the assembled crowd before slowly stepping back. There were thirty-eight sects here, each with their own ulterior motives.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples, busy with their tasks, felt a deep sense of humiliation as they watched the scene unfold. They knew these sect masters well. In the past, they had been respectful and eager to curry favor with the Nine Heavens Sect. But now, they were acting arrogantly, no longer holding the Nine Heavens Sect in any regard.
They understood that this was because the Nine Heavens Sect had fallen from grace.
But the stark contrast was hard for them to process.
Seeing the disciples of the thirty-eight sects acting so haughty, pointing and ordering them around as if they were servants, filled them with anger. But they knew what they had to do. For now, they had to endure the humiliation, or they would cause trouble for their sect master.
“The sect master has arrived…”
At that moment, Xin Feng walked in from the distance. Hearing this, the thirty-eight sect masters turned their heads, their expressions meaningful.
They remained seated, not standing up.
The disciples of the thirty-eight sects chatted among themselves, their voices loud and grating.
“So this is the new sect master of the Nine Heavens Sect.”
“I know him. He’s the top talent of the Nine Heavens Sect.”
“Haha, it seems the Nine Heavens Sect has truly fallen. Even though he’s their top talent, his strength is worlds apart from our sect masters. Even our elders could easily crush him.”
…
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples clenched their fists, filled with anger and frustration.
Feng Xiaoling followed behind Xin Feng. Although he was displeased with the situation, he had already anticipated it.
Xin Feng’s expression was calm, as if none of this bothered him. He walked to the main seat and clasped his hands in greeting.
“Thank you all for coming. I am Xin Feng, and today I ascend to the position of sect master of the Nine Heavens Sect.”
The thirty-eight sect masters exchanged glances, then leaned slightly forward and offered some polite words. But they hadn’t come here for idle chatter. They had a purpose.
Xin Feng sat down without saying anything, and the atmosphere in the room grew tense.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples stood behind Xin Feng, knowing that today would not be easy.
At that moment, Sect Master Hu of the Red Cloud Sect chuckled. “The Nine Heavens Sect has suffered great changes recently. We deeply regret it…”
Hearing this, the other sect masters straightened up. They knew the important matter was about to be brought up.
“However, after much discussion, we have reached a consensus. We hope Sect Master Xin will listen,” Sect Master Hu said.
Xin Feng’s fingers twitched slightly, but he smiled and replied, “Sect Master Hu, please speak.”
Sect Master Hu cleared his throat, then looked around before speaking directly. “The Nine Heavens Sect was once at its peak, occupying many territories. These territories originally belonged to our thirty-eight sects. For the sake of fair coexistence in the future, we suggest that Sect Master Xin return these territories to us.”
“That’s right.”
“Most of the Nine Heavens Sect’s territories were taken from us. It’s about time they were returned.”
The other sect masters nodded in agreement.
Xin Feng’s expression changed slightly, but he remained composed. “Esteemed sect masters, I’m afraid I don’t quite understand. When did the Nine Heavens Sect ever seize your territories? These lands were passed down by our ancestors…”
Sect Master Hu of the Red Cloud Sect waved his hand, cutting Xin Feng off mid-sentence.
“Sect Master Xin, we came here to discuss this with you in principle. If you insist on being stubborn, we, the thirty-eight sects, will not hesitate to go to war with the Nine Heavens Sect. Think carefully.”
Sect Master Hu’s expression turned cold. He didn’t want to beat around the bush. The Nine Heavens Sect was no longer what it used to be. If they were reasonable, he didn’t want to escalate things. But given the current situation, if he didn’t speak harshly, they might not realize how dire their circumstances were.
“May I ask which territories Sect Master Hu is referring to?” Xin Feng asked, his hands clenched tightly inside his sleeves.
“The Sea Rage Mountain belongs to our Red Cloud Sect,” Sect Master Hu said without hesitation. “The Nine Heavens Sect has controlled the Sea Rage Mountain for thousands of years, causing significant losses to our sect. If Sect Master Xin truly wishes for peaceful coexistence, you can compensate us with a hundred treasures.”
“And what about the rest of you?” Xin Feng asked calmly, though he was seething inside.
The other sect masters followed suit, each stating their demands.
By the time the last sect master finished speaking, the faces of all the Nine Heavens Sect disciples were red—not with excitement, but with anger.
Xin Feng stood up, his gaze fixed on the crowd as he said through gritted teeth, “Are you trying to carve up the Nine Heavens Sect?”
Xin Feng had prepared himself for some losses, but he hadn’t expected the thirty-eight sects to be so brazen, directly aiming to divide the Nine Heavens Sect.
“That’s not how we see it. We’re only asking for what rightfully belongs to us,” Sect Master Hu said.
“That’s right.”
“It’s time to return what was taken.”
…
The sect masters nodded in agreement.
“That’s impossible…” Xin Feng said, his voice filled with rage.
Sect Master Hu glanced at Xin Feng and sneered as he stood up. “Whether it’s possible or not is not for you to decide.”
“That’s right. If the Nine Heavens Sect refuses to return our territories, we, the thirty-eight sects, will not hesitate to form an alliance and completely eradicate the Nine Heavens Sect from the western lands.”
At that moment, all thirty-eight sect masters stood up.
They were determined to have their way. If the negotiations fell through, so much the better. They would simply take the Nine Heavens Sect by force.
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples stood there, their faces filled with anger. This was truly too much.
Xin Feng took a deep breath.
“Look over there! A war vessel is approaching!” a disciple suddenly shouted, pointing into the distance.
Everyone turned their gaze to the horizon and couldn’t help but gasp. It was an enormous war vessel.
The thirty-eight sect masters exchanged glances. Could it be that someone else had come to claim a share of the spoils?
Xin Feng stood there, his fists clenched tightly. Was the Nine Heavens Sect going to be carved up like a lamb today?
The Nine Heavens Sect disciples hung their heads, their hearts filled with humiliation. This was a disgrace.
Feng Xiaoling followed behind Xin Feng. Though he was displeased with the current situation, he had already anticipated it.
Xin Feng’s gaze remained calm. He showed no reaction to all of this as he reached the main seat and bowed to the gathered crowd.
“Thank you all for coming. I am Xin Feng, and today I assume the position of Jiuxiao Sect leader.”
The thirty-eight sect leaders exchanged glances, then gave half-hearted bows and exchanged some polite words. But they hadn’t come here to waste time on formalities—they had a purpose.
Xin Feng sat silently, saying nothing. The atmosphere in the hall grew quiet.
The Jiuxiao disciples stood behind Xin Feng, knowing that today would not be easy.
At this moment, Hu Zongzhu of the Hongyun Sect chuckled. “Jiuxiao has recently suffered great upheaval—we are deeply saddened by this…”
Upon hearing Hongyun’s words, the other sect leaders straightened their postures—they knew the important part was about to begin.
“However, after discussion among us all, we have reached a consensus. We respectfully request that Sect Leader Xin hear us out,” Hu Zongzhu said.
Xin Feng’s fingers trembled slightly, then he smiled. “Please, Master Hu, go ahead.”
Hu Zongzhu coughed lightly, then scanned the crowd before speaking bluntly. “At its peak, Jiuxiao occupied many territories that originally belonged to us thirty-eight sects. For the sake of future peaceful coexistence, we suggest that Sect Leader Xin return these territories to us.”
“That’s right.”
“Most of Jiuxiao’s lands were seized from us. Now that the time has come, it’s only fair they be returned.”
The leaders of the thirty-eight sects nodded in agreement.
Xin Feng’s expression shifted slightly, then he calmly smiled. “Esteemed sect leaders, I must say I don’t quite understand what you’re implying. When did Jiuxiao ever seize your territories? These lands have all been passed down from our ancestors…”
Hu Zongzhu of the Hongyun Sect waved his hand dismissively, interrupting Xin Feng before he could finish.
“Sect Leader Xin, we came here today in principle to discuss this with you. But if you insist on being stubborn, we thirty-eight sects won’t hesitate to go to war with Jiuxiao. Think carefully before you act.”
Hu Zongzhu’s tone turned cold, no longer bothering with subtlety. Jiuxiao had already declined, and he had spoken kindly just now—if the other party knew what was good for them, they wouldn’t push him to this point. But judging from the current situation, if he didn’t say something threatening, they might not realize their dire position.
“Then may I ask, which territories exactly does Master Hu refer to?” Xin Feng asked calmly, though his hands were tightly clenched beneath his sleeves.
“The Hailie Mountains belong to our Hongyun Sect,” Hu Zongzhu had already prepared his response. “Jiuxiao has controlled the Hailie Mountains for thousands of years, causing our sect great losses. If Sect Leader Xin truly wishes for peaceful coexistence, you could compensate us with a hundred precious treasures.”
“And the rest of you?” Xin Feng asked, his tone unchanged, though his heart burned with rage.
The other sect leaders quickly followed suit, each voicing their own demands.
After the last sect leader finished speaking, all the Jiuxiao disciples’ faces turned red—not with excitement, but with pure anger.
At this moment, Xin Feng stood up, his eyes locked on the crowd, his voice tight with fury. “Are you saying you want to carve up Jiuxiao piece by piece?”
Xin Feng had been prepared to make some concessions, but he never expected the thirty-eight sects to be so brazen as to want to divide Jiuxiao entirely.
“That’s not how we see it. We’re merely reclaiming what is rightfully ours,” Hu Zongzhu said.
“Exactly.”
“It’s time to return what was taken.”
…
The leaders of the various sects nodded in agreement.
“This is absolutely impossible…” Xin Feng glared at them furiously.
Hu Zongzhu of the Hongyun Sect glanced at Xin Feng, then sneered coldly and stood. “Whether it’s possible or not is no longer your decision to make.”
“That’s right. If Jiuxiao refuses to return our lands, the thirty-eight sects will form an alliance and completely eradicate Jiuxiao from the western regions.”
At this moment, all thirty-eight sect leaders stood up.
They had already decided—Jiuxiao was theirs for the taking. If negotiations failed, even better. They would simply attack and wipe Jiuxiao out completely.
The Jiuxiao disciples standing nearby were filled with rage. This was truly an unbearable humiliation.
Xin Feng took a deep breath.
“Hey, look over there—a warship is approaching,” one disciple suddenly shouted, pointing into the distance.
At this moment, everyone turned their gaze to the horizon, gasping in shock. What an enormous warship!
The thirty-eight sect leaders exchanged glances. Had someone else come to take a share?
Xin Feng stood there, his fists clenched tightly. Was Jiuxiao really about to be carved up like a sheep by these wolves?
The Jiuxiao disciples lowered their heads, their hearts filled with shame and humiliation. This was a disgrace beyond words.
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