novelraw Chapter 66 – Will Hunt in Qingqiu
Chapter 66 – Will Hunt in Qingqiu
"What have you summoned us here for?"
Sect Leader Zhao Tian of the Lieyang Sect, the largest in stature, his six-zhang golden body just touching the ceiling of the chamber.
Sitting opposite him, Sect Leader Ouyang, petite like a little cat.
"I heard the Demon Lock Tower of the Xuan Yin Sect has collapsed, releasing over a thousand great demons, including the princess of the Qingqiu demon clan.
Sect Leader Ouyang, you didn't call us here just to clean up your mess, did you?"
The Lieyang Sect and the Xuan Yin Sect have always been at odds. Zhao Tian, upon learning that the Xuan Yin Sect was in chaos due to the Demon Clan, couldn't resist mocking his old rival.
"Last time it was the Demon Clan, now it's the Demon Clan again. Your Xuan Yin Sect's luck is really bad. Why not change your name to the Xuan Yang Sect and become a branch of my Lieyang Sect? What do you think?"
This Zhao Tian was as annoying as ever. Sect Leader Ouyang, not to be outdone, retorted, "Zhao Tian, you get so excited at the mention of demons and devils, does it remind you of your concubine?"
"Tsk tsk tsk, a mongrel born of demons and devils, yet she has the leader of a righteous sect wrapped around her finger."
Hearing this, Zhao Tian was so angry that his aura trembled, and he shouted in rage, "Ouyang, if you mention this again, I'll never let it go!"
"Enough, stop arguing!" A middle-aged man with sword-like eyebrows and tiger-like eyes spoke up.
As soon as he spoke, Zhao Tian immediately quieted down.
This middle-aged man was the Sect Leader of the Heavenly Sword Sect, a prodigy with unparalleled cultivation, suppressing his peers.
Not to mention, the Heavenly Sword Sect is the leader of the righteous sects, with thousands of Golden Elixir disciples and tens of thousands in Foundation Establishment and Qi Refining.
The combined disciples of the other righteous sects barely compare to the Heavenly Sword Sect.
"Ouyang, why did you ring the Summoning Bell?"
"Senior Brother, not long ago, the Qingqiu demon clan caused chaos in our sect, resulting in heavy losses. Therefore, I decided to hold a Demon Beast Hunting Competition.
I sincerely invite elite disciples from all sects to participate, to hunt in Qingqiu, honing themselves and slaying demons!"
"Hah, in other words, you suffered a loss and can't handle the Qingqiu demon clan on your own, so you want to rely on external forces." Zhao Tian sneered disdainfully.
"Isn't your Xuan Yin Sect known for slaying demons? How did you end up being severely weakened by the Demon Clan?
However, if my Lieyang Sect were ambushed by the Demon Clan, I would definitely seek revenge, and I wouldn't rely on external forces, mainly because I can't afford to lose face.
Or is your Xuan Yin Sect so lacking in foundation that you can't retaliate against the Demon Clan?
If that's the case, beg sincerely, and we won't stand by."
Sect Leader Ouyang remained calm, unaffected by Zhao Tian's provocations.
"A hundred years ago, our major sects united to kill the Qingqiu Demon Emperor, causing their clan to decline and become like stray dogs, not daring to show themselves.
Now these vile creatures dare to wreak havoc in my Xuan Yin Sect, not only disrespecting us but also the entire righteous sects..."
"I wish to seek revenge but can't find the high-level lair of the Demon Clan, so I want to hold a Demon Beast Hunting Competition. Let them continue hiding like turtles, we'll decimate the Demon Clan, shaking their foundation and causing them to decline for centuries!"
"This is a major plan against the Demon Clan, so it's not just a matter for my Xuan Yin Sect, but for all righteous sects!"
Sect Leader Ouyang spoke with righteous indignation.
Standing on the moral high ground, it was hard for other sects not to participate.
"The cultivation world has been calm for too long, it's time for some waves. My Wanhua Palace is willing to participate and hunt in Qingqiu with the Xuan Yin Sect!" The leader of Wanhua Palace was the first to speak.
Sect Leader Ouyang nodded in gratitude to the Wanhua Fairy, very thankful for her support.
The Sect Leader of the Heavenly Sword Sect, with eyes like lightning, said coldly, "The righteous sects have always been united. The Qingqiu demon clan's arrogance has harmed the Xuan Yin Sect, and it also harms us righteous sects.
How can we cultivators tolerate such behavior from the Demon Clan? It's time to show them that the sunlight does not belong to them.
If they want to survive, they should stay underground!"
With the leader of the righteous sects saying this, the other sects quickly voiced their agreement.
"The Wujigong is willing to hunt in Qingqiu."
Three to one, if I oppose further, I might be kicked out of the righteous alliance, Zhao Tian begrudgingly said.
"The Lieyang Sect is willing to hunt in Qingqiu."
The Sect Leader of the Heavenly Sword Sect said solemnly, "Since everyone agrees to participate, let's encourage disciples from all sects to actively join this Demon Beast Hunting Competition."
"Dao Brother, since this matter started with my Xuan Yin Sect, the rewards for this competition will be borne by our sect."
"Sister Ouyang, you're thoughtful." The Sect Leader of the Heavenly Sword Sect said with a smile.
The other sect leaders' expressions also softened, even the always critical Zhao Tian's attitude eased.
Three days later.
The news of hunting in Qingqiu spread among the five major sects.
This Demon Beast Hunting Competition, led by the Xuan Yin Sect, offers extremely generous rewards, especially for the champion, who will receive a ground-level cultivation technique and an Elemental Infant-level talisman treasure.
Once the reward settings were revealed, it sparked heated discussions in various sects.
At a peak of the Heavenly Sword Sect.
"Hah, finally time to slay demons?"
A white-robed swordsman picked up the sword lying beside him, flicking the blade with his finger.
Old friend, you were born to slay demons, but unfortunately, you've never met a demon worthy of your blade. Hopefully, this time you will.
At the preaching square of the Lieyang Sect.
"The Xuan Yin Sect, claiming to be the Demon Suppressing Sect, was outwitted by the Demon Clan, how amusing!"
"It seems the Xuan Yin Sect's foundation isn't strong, even the struggling Qingqiu demon clan can make them so embarrassed."
"Being on par with such a sect is actually a disgrace for our Lieyang Sect."
"I'm going to win the championship and take all the Xuan Yin Sect's rewards!"
"Get lost, a mere Qi Refining novice, daring to boast!"
"So what if I'm in the Qi Refining stage? I'm the chosen one, this competition is my path to rise!"
In the Wujigong, Wanhua Valley... it was equally lively.
Cultivators were all eagerly discussing the Demon Beast Hunting Competition.
Of course, the liveliest place was none other than the Xuan Yin Sect.
Because the Xuan Yin Sect directly stipulated that all inner sect and direct disciples without special tasks must participate.
Such a regulation practically sent all the sect's elite disciples to the demon hunting battlefield.
One must say, Sect Leader Ouyang is truly bold!
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