Global Catastrophe: I Begin to Evolve from an Ancient Tree

This enemy.

Is the Righteous Sects.

Although the Way-seeking Sect indeed has a Reincarnation Mahayana, they are still unsure whether Master Huan Yu is truly willing to take action.

Ultimately speaking.

Master Huan Yu is not an ordinary Reincarnation Mahayana; he is a reincarnated formidable strongman on his ninth reincarnation, just one step away from Nine Tribulations Perfection, ready to reclaim the realm of the former Daoist Taiyuan.

In these circumstances, whether Master Huan Yu will take action becomes a crucial question.

Practically speaking.

Regardless of what Master Huan Yu thinks, even the Way-seeking Sect does not wish to sacrifice a strongman on his ninth reincarnation.

Since Daoist Taiyuan transcended, no one else like him has emerged in the entire Tai Yuan Realm, and even those eligible for the ninth reincarnation remain unseen.

If the Way-seeking Sect could indeed produce a strongman on par with Daoist Taiyuan, it would certainly dominate the whole Tai Yuan Realm.

That’s not a joke.

But now the Celestial Demon Sacred Land has emerged.

The Way-seeking Sect also faces a great calamity.

Deciding between preserving the sect’s legacy and a strongman on par with Daoist Taiyuan presents a severe dilemma.

Daoist Yu Hua’s concern was naturally understood by Daoist Taifeng.

"Things haven’t reached that point yet, Sect Master, you need not worry too much. Besides, there might be other sects with Reincarnation Mahayana beyond just ours.

If the Celestial Demon Sacred Land attacks in force, the Way-seeking Sect will not be the first target.

If the situation becomes truly dire, we might have to abandon everything and close the mountain, waiting for the ancestor to transcend to the Mahayana Stage, and then settle everything!"

Compared to Daoist Yu Hua’s concerns, Daoist Taifeng, being a seasoned strongman, quickly analyzed the pros and cons.

While closing the mountain might be disgraceful, it is still preferable to the annihilation of the Way-seeking Sect’s legacy.

As long as they wait for Master Huan Yu to reclaim the Mahayana Stage and complete the Nine Tribulations Reincarnation, no one under heaven would be a match for the Way-seeking Sect.

At that point.

No need to mention a Celestial Demon Sacred Land.

Even Cyan Yang Divine Court could be suppressed.

Hearing this.

Daoist Yu Hua nodded slightly.

"There is no other choice for now!"

...

As the Way-seeking Sect found a retreat, other Righteous Sects also united to resist the Celestial Demon Sacred Land.

The Demon Slaying Alliance, previously shattered by the Celestial Demon Sacred Land, reformed with the return of strongmen from the Ancient Secret Realm.

Among them.

All top Righteous Sects were involved.

Even the Way-seeking Sect, having planned its retreat, made an appearance.

Once again,

closing the mountain gate was the Way-seeking Sect’s last retreat.

Before that.

If the attack from the Celestial Demon Sacred Land could be withstood, that would naturally be the best outcome.

With the re-establishment of the Demon Slaying Alliance, the once anxious Righteous Sects stabilized significantly.

The present is different from the past.

Though the Celestial Demon Sacred Land wields immense power, the Righteous Dao is not weak either.

With numerous strongmen returning from the Ancient Secret Realm, if a battle with the Celestial Demon Sacred Land were to take place, the victor remains uncertain.

As all sects prepared themselves to confront the Celestial Demon Sacred Land’s invasion, they were surprised to find that the Sacred Land made no moves.

As if all the killing and warfare suddenly vanished entirely.

The entire cultivation world fell into a bizarre silence.

This situation.

Allowed many sects to breathe a sigh of relief.

If unnecessary.

They did not wish to war with the Celestial Demon Sacred Land.

Now that the Sacred Land is inactive, it’s likely because they’ve learned of the Righteous Alliance and are uncertain of defeating it, thus halting their war.

Yet a few sects remain skeptical.

Inside the Immortal King Sect.

All strongmen from top sects gathered here.

The Demon Slaying Alliance naturally had leading strongmen.

Within all the Righteous Sects, Daoist Gu Ming from the Immortal King Sect openly possessed the greatest power, being the sole Tribulation Crossing Perfection strongman.

He was seen by the entire Righteous Alliance as the most likely contender against the Blood Transformation Ancestor.

Though Daoist Shangxu wished to be low-key, he had no choice.

Thus,

he could only reluctantly let the Immortal King Sect take the lead in the Demon Slaying Alliance.

"Sect Master of Upper Void, the Celestial Demon Sacred Land is a massive threat. Why has Daoist Gu Ming not appeared yet?"

"Indeed, within our Righteous Sects, only Daoist Gu Ming possesses the greatest strength and the most hope to confront the Blood Transformation Demon.

If Daoist Gu Ming does not appear, defeating the Celestial Demon Sacred Land seems unlikely."

"Though the Celestial Demon Sacred Land has halted its assault, who knows what sinister plans they have? The Righteous and Demon Dao have already torn off the mask, and battle is inevitable.

If the Righteous Dao loses, none here will escape unscathed.

The Sacred Land may seek temporary truce; that does not mean we should comply with their wishes!"

The strongmen from various sects each expressed their opinions, directing their concerns towards the Immortal King Sect, urging Daoist Gu Ming to show himself.

To this.

Daoist Shangxu had already devised a plan, thus keeping a composed demeanor.

"The Supreme Elder is in closed retreat, cultivating Demon-Slaying Divine Techniques, and at a critical stage, cannot emerge recklessly, or it would impede all progress.

However, as you mentioned, the Celestial Demon Sacred Land is known for its aggressive acts, and their current inactivity undoubtedly hides a scheme.

If you wish to act against the Sacred Land, I support you, though the Supreme Elder cannot intervene for now and may not assist in time if a skirmish unfolds."

Hearing this.

The cultivators present were visibly moved.

Daoist Wanjian proclaimed, "Since Daoist Gu Ming is in closed cultivation of Demon-Slaying Divine Techniques, it seems he is well-prepared against the Sacred Land.

Therefore, we might as well take this opportunity to rest and prepare for a later strike once Daoist Gu Ming emerges."

"That’s the only option for now!"

Daoist Yu Hua gazed deeply at Daoist Shangxu, refraining from further words.

In response.

Daoist Shangxu remained as unflappable as ever, showing no signs.

Before long.

The strongmen from various sects departed.

Daoist Shangye’s expression turned pensive, "Sect Master, their purpose today wasn’t merely about the Celestial Demon Sacred Land."

As a sect elder, Daoist Shangye wasn’t foolish, perceiving subtleties in their words.

Daoist Shangxu’s countenance remained indifferent, "They weren’t simply here for the Celestial Demon Sacred Land, but also to test the Supreme Elder."

"Test the Supreme Elder?"

Daoist Shangye’s face changed as if realizing something.

Daoist Shangxu raised a hand, stopping him, "Certain matters needn’t be spoken, nor should they concern you. Matters will proceed as they will.

With the Sacred Land pressing forth and other sects forcing our Immortal King Sect to lead the Demon Slaying Alliance...

This position may seem honorable, but it’s fraught with peril; one misstep could lead the sect to utter ruin!"

Upon hearing this.

Daoist Shangye fell silent.

Daoist Shangxu, however, remained internally calm.

The other sects sought the Immortal King Sect as a shield and to undermine Daoist Gu Ming.

A strongman like Gu Ming at Tribulation Crossing Perfection could not be ignored by other sects.

Though Daoist Shangxu made excuses of closed cultivation, avoiding the subject for now, it wouldn’t remain hidden long.

Should the news of Daoist Gu Ming’s breakthrough to the Mahayana Stage spread, troubles would surely follow.

Nevertheless.

Daoist Shangxu felt unconcerned.

For Daoist Gu Ming was at the final step.

Not long now.

He would indeed achieve the Mahayana Stage.

Then, with a Mahayana strongman in position, the Immortal King Sect would secure its place at the head of the Demon Slaying Alliance.

Truly reaching that point.

Daoist Shangxu anticipated finding amusement in the other sects’ reactions.