Chapter 65 – High-level resolution
Lin Hao returned to his residence and carved a sign from bamboo, inscribing the words "In Seclusion."
The main reason was that his Master had gone into seclusion, and without his Master's protection in the Xuan Yin Sect, he felt insecure.
Who knew if those wolves would go mad and attack him, disregarding the sect rules?
He wasn't willing to place his hopes on the conscience of others; it was better to act cautiously.
However, his physique was special. Simply going into seclusion meant he would only endure the pain of fire spiritual energy burning his body, making it impossible to cultivate.
He still needed to find a pure female cultivator to use their Primordial Yin for cultivation, but... Cui Qing'er, that wretched woman, was gone, and there was no one to make introductions for him.
Now, with his bad reputation, if he went looking himself, he feared he'd scare people away before he even spoke.
Forget it, compared to cultivation, staying alive was more important!
He thought that even if he couldn't cultivate in seclusion, he could still study spells and talismans.
His progress in talisman crafting was quite fast, and he aimed to be able to draw second-grade high-quality talismans, or even top-grade ones, by the time he emerged from seclusion!
While Lin Hao was in seclusion, the outside world was bustling.
The chaos caused by the Demon Clan sent shockwaves through the Xuan Yin Sect, leaving it unsettled for a while.
The Grand Elder was slain by the Sect Leader with a single sword strike, and the Discipline Elder was dismissed.
As for the Grand Elder being slain, the disciples didn't really care; a Demon Clan spy deserved to be killed.
What everyone regretted or was angry about was the dismissal of the Discipline Elder, which seemed unjust.
It was merely suspicion that Lin Hao colluded with demons, yet he was accused of incompetence and framing fellow disciples, which seemed too unfair!
Moreover, it wasn't even framing!
This Lin Hao, first consorting with a demoness, then with a demon girl, did he really not know the plans of those two wretched women?
Ha...
Some even suspected that Lin Hao was a demon spawn, and if not eradicated early, he would bring great disaster.
However, despite their anger, no one dared to trouble Lin Hao at this time.
Mainly because the protective glory of Great Bamboo Peak was intimidating.
Didn't you see, even someone as high-ranking and powerful as the Discipline Elder, after offending a junior disciple of Great Bamboo Peak, was slapped down by Master Feng and couldn't stand up?
If small fry dared to mess with Lin Hao, they probably wouldn't see the next day's sun.
In the sect master's palace.
Sect Leader Ouyang scanned the sect's high-ranking members, noticing an empty seat, and frowned, "Where is Cangyue?"
Murong Qinxue stretched her willow-like waist, a lazy expression flashing across her face, and said indifferently, "Probably in seclusion, that woman seems to be on the verge of a breakthrough."
Wang Taihang's face twitched, a breakthrough already? Feng Cangyue, that woman, not even a hundred years old, is about to reach the same realm as me, what terrifying talent!
"Should we wait for her?" the new Discipline Elder, Liu Mei, said softly.
This newly appointed head of discipline seemed gentle as water, but everyone present knew better.
She was a true female god of slaughter, never having closed herself off for a single day since stepping onto the Immortal Path, always killing.
She walked the path of proving the Dao through killing, which suited her physique, the Geng Metal Body, sharp and unstoppable!
The Sect Leader promoted her to manage discipline, seemingly intending to use strict measures to cleanse the sect's chaos.
What puzzled the high-ranking members was that Liu Mei was Feng Cangyue's close friend.
They felt that the Sect Leader's removal of Elder Luo was a gesture of goodwill towards Great Bamboo Peak, and now promoting someone close to Feng Cangyue seemed unfair.
But with the Demon Clan causing trouble, the Sect Leader was holding back anger, and no one wanted to provoke the tiger at this critical moment.
"No need to wait, let's discuss first."
Sect Leader Ouyang's elegant eyebrows slightly raised, her eyes containing a hint of killing intent.
"The chaos caused by the Demon Clan has cost the sect dearly, and this debt must be settled!"
Wang Taihang was the first to speak, "Indeed, if we don't show the Demon Clan some force, they'll think our Xuan Yin Sect is a pushover! And if we don't make a statement, our sect might become a laughingstock among the righteous Immortal sects."
"Sect Leader, order the campaign against the Demon Clan, and I'll personally lead the team to attack Qingqiu!"
Old fool, only knows how to charge blindly.
Murong Qinxue's eyes held disdain as she leisurely said, "Qingqiu now has more than one demon king, and the Green Mountain Demon King has half a foot in the emperor realm. Can Master Wang defeat him?"
Wang Taihang's face stiffened, during the Demon Clan chaos, the Green Mountain Demon King broke through the formation, holding him and the Sect Leader and other high-ranking members at bay.
If it were just him, he'd probably be beaten to death by the Green Mountain Demon King.
He had that much self-awareness.
But his previous statement was just to show his stance, who knew Murong Qinxue would seize on it.
Seeing him silent, Murong Qinxue's disdain grew, and she casually said, "If you don't have the skills, don't take on the task. Moreover, after the last demon extermination battle, those feathered beasts suffered greatly and have hidden their tracks, making it hard to find their whereabouts. Especially the high-ranking members of the Demon Clan, all hiding in seclusion, impossible to find."
"So even if we mobilize a large force, we might not even find a target."
Murong Qinxue's words made everyone frown, falling into contemplation.
Indeed, they wanted revenge, but couldn't even find the enemy.
Wang Taihang, having lost face, unwillingly snorted coldly, "So what if we can't find them, as long as we launch a frontal attack, the Demon Clan won't dare to fight back, and it'll be their loss of face!"
"Qinxue, do you have any ideas?" Sect Leader Ouyang ignored Wang Taihang and asked Murong Qinxue.
"Sect Leader Senior Sister, I do have a method to severely hit the Demon Clan and restore the Xuan Yin Sect's reputation!"
Murong Qinxue faced the Sect Leader and said.
"We can hold a large-scale Demon Beast Hunting Competition, inviting inner sect and direct disciples from various sects to participate.
This can both temper the talents and kill the Demon Clan's foundation, striking at the Demon Clan, truly killing two birds with one stone!"
As soon as Murong Qinxue finished speaking, an elder immediately praised, "Brilliant! This way, we not only get revenge, but it's not just our sect putting in the effort!"
"Let the Demon Clan's high-ranking members continue to hide like turtles, we'll cut off their descendants, making them decline for hundreds of years!"
"Qinxue, your suggestion is excellent."
Sect Leader Ouyang's eyes also flashed with joy, greatly appreciating this proposal.
She said in a light tone, "I'll invite the leaders of various sects to discuss the Demon Beast Hunting Competition.
If the sects agree to participate, Qinxue, you will represent the Xuan Yin Sect and lead the disciples in the competition."
Murong Qinxue raised an eyebrow, "That works, I can stretch my muscles and bones, slaughter a hundred or so demon beasts, and give Senior Brother Wang a brain boost."
Hmph!
Wang Taihang flicked his sleeve and left the hall.
The other high-ranking members also turned into streaks of light and left, except for Liu Mei, who refused to leave.
"Sect Leader, I also want to lead a team in the Demon Beast Hunting Competition."
"Sister Liu, you're now in charge of discipline, better to stay and guard the sect."
Liu Mei unwillingly said, "Sect Leader, you know I fought my way up, if I don't train on the battlefield, my cultivation will stagnate, how can I then deter lawbreakers?
So for the sake of the sect's fair discipline, I hope the Sect Leader will allow me to participate in the competition."
A bunch of twisted logic. Sect Leader Ouyang sighed softly and said helplessly, "Fine, I allow you to participate, but I must remind you, as an elder now, you must consider the sect's disciples when acting, and not act impulsively."
"Sect Leader, rest assured, I'm very steady now."
Sigh, hopefully.
After Liu Mei left, Sect Leader Ouyang entered a secret chamber, took out a small bell, and shook it.
Soon, several light shadows appeared on the stone bench in the secret chamber.
These light shadows were the spiritual senses of the leaders of the five major righteous forces, each containing a wisp in the Summoning Bell, facilitating communication between the major sects.
Much more convenient than flying sword messages or personal visits.
These light shadows had different expressions, but they all carried supreme pressure.