novelraw Chapter 786 - 663: Ruthless Purge, Vertical and Horizontal Alliances_2
Chapter 786 - 663: Ruthless Purge, Vertical and Horizontal Alliances_2
The power of Zhao Wushuang, the Daozi of Taiyi Sect, shook the entire First Layer of Abyss.
"Zhao Wushuang, could it be he’s reached the Sixth Layer of Spirit Platform cultivation?"
"Even if he hasn’t advanced to the Sixth Layer, one foot is already in."
"The Sixth Layer of Spirit Platform... He’s already got a fair chance of breaking through to the Golden Core.
Many existing Golden Core Masters have charged from the Sixth Layer Spirit Platform!"
Zhao Wushuang is suspected to have stepped into the Sixth Layer of the Spirit Platform, ranking among the top experts of the entire First Layer Abyss.
No one dares to question his strength anymore, likely among the top ranks of all Daozi and Daoists.
After forcefully incapacitating Lu Wen Yuan, Zhao Wushuang did not halt his steps.
Seizing the moment as numerous gazes gathered on him.
He led his followers in a mighty march towards another direction.
’Boom!’
An enormous crimson fire dragon, stretching five to six hundred feet, suddenly appeared, sprawling across their path.
Its body seemed substantive, crystal-clear, as if crafted from red crystal.
Its eyes, comparable to houses, shot out fierce rending rays, coldly watching those approaching, sending shivers down their spines.
"Zhao Wushuang, what do you plan to do, trying to drive me out as well?"
The cultivator controlling the fire dragon was a young man dressed in a black and gold robe.
The sleeves of the garment were embroidered with flame patterns, a halo of red light seemed to surround him, making him look like a human-shaped flame.
This man was Daoist Heaven-Burning of Lihuo Palace, bearing a background as profound as Zhao Wushuang of Taiyi Sect.
Lihuo Palace is also one of the seven alliance hierarch sects in the Vast Sea Realm, alongside the Five Elements Sect, Wuliang Sword Sect, Xuanyin Sect, Lotus Sect, and others.
Not to mention, a large group of people emerged behind Daoist Heaven-Burning.
There were Tianjiao from supreme sects like Qingfeng Sect, Youyue Sect.
Some cultivators, though not from supreme sects, came from powerful sects stationed within the Immortal Dao Alliance.
Currently mighty like the sun at noon, even some supreme sects must shy away from their sharpness, such as Tianhe Sect and Yao Wang Sect and others.
There were also powerful loose cultivators, whose auras were exceedingly impressive, not weaker than major sect Tianjiao.
Battle intent flickered in Daoist Heaven-Burning’s eyes, and his whole body ignited with flame with a ’whush’, flashes of red light like a small sun, catching everyone’s attention.
"Daozi Chen, I’m not here to oppose you." Faced with the wary Daoist Heaven-Burning, Zhao Wushuang smiled, "Both you and I are Daozi, without disparity.
I’m glad to see either of us gain fortune in the True Monarch Blessed Land.
But there are some unknown individuals, with dubious intentions, possibly colluding with the Demon Clan.
Trying to infiltrate quietly, steal the innate pure essence rightfully ours, the human race’s fortune, do you find that fitting?"
"You plan to..." Daoist Heaven-Burning was moved and asked.
"The two of us collaborate, expel those with impure intentions before the Blessed Land opens, lest it tarnishes the True Monarch’s fortune." Zhao Wushuang from Taiyi Sect said, "After the Blessed Land opens, it’ll be up to individual capabilities to acquire fortune, how about that?"
He then began to transmit his voice to Daoist Heaven-Burning.
Saying the other could bring some staunch allies into the Blessed Land, but not too many, there was a limit on numbers.
Hearing Zhao Wushuang’s suggestion, Daoist Heaven-Burning’s expression turned uncertain.
There was unrest behind him as well.
Who is the one with impure intentions?
Who would be colluding with the Demon Clan?
It’s nothing but rhetoric holding onto grand principles.
Those expelled would undoubtedly be innocent ones without strength, background, or connections.
Doing this would certainly result in enmity with a group of cultivators and tarnish the reputation.
Moreover, who doesn’t have a few friends in the Abyss?
If these friends are on the cleansing list, what should be done then?
As Daoist Heaven-Burning hesitated.
Not far away, a stunning white streak of light flew over, stopping in midair, revealing its form.
It was a handsome male cultivator seated atop a white jade gourd, a dazzling gold dragon-shaped pendant hung over his chest.
Each of his fingers nearly bore a precious jade spirit ring or gemstone spirit ring, of presumably extraordinary effect.
The soles of the treasure boots beneath him wafted with light breezes, enabling levitation, even the silver belt exuded a brilliant treasure light.
Pearl glamour and wealth beyond compare, that was everyone’s initial impression of him.
"True Mastery Daoist?" Daoist Heaven-Burning recognized the visitor’s identity.
True Mastery Daoist, likewise from one of the seven alliance hierarch sects, the Spirit Treasure Sect.
His talent is extraordinary, reportedly able to activate part of a treasure artifact’s power across cultivation levels, his combat strength unimaginable.
True Mastery Daoist sat on a white jade gourd, chuckling lightly: "Daoist Zhao, I’ve fulfilled our agreement by clearing out the southeastern area."
’What?!’
Upon hearing this, Daoist Heaven-Burning was shocked, his expression becoming extremely unpleasant.
At this moment, he was caught between the two other Daoists, in a precarious position.
Zhao Wushuang clapped and laughed: "Daoist Yuan’s efficiency is truly amazing, making me greatly admire."
Then, he looked at Daoist Heaven-Burning Chen Qi, his gaze intense.
"How have you considered, Daoist Chen?"
At this time, Daoist Heaven-Burning had regained his calm expression and said indifferently: "Why not? However, ten quotas are too few, I want twenty."
Zhao Wushuang had set a limit of ten people to enter the True Monarch Blessed Land.
Daoist Heaven-Burning had far more people behind him.
Naturally, he needed to negotiate for the sake of his people.
"This matter can be discussed later.
However, I believe that the total number of people entering the blessed land should not exceed a hundred, what do you think?" Zhao Wushuang said.
In other words, if they wanted to bring more people into the blessed land, they must strive to eliminate others to secure more quotas for themselves.
This does not conflict with their interests.
The True Monarch Blessed Land is vast and boundless, and the fewer people that enter, the greater the chance for others to gain opportunities.
"Agreed." Under the pressure of the two Daoists, Daoist Heaven-Burning eventually compromised and joined their camp.
"Next, we head to the northeast corner." Zhao Wushuang laughed, offering a new direction.
The three Daoists joined forces, leading their followers in a grand march to another location, exactly where the Five Elements Sect cultivators were camped.
The Five Elements Sect, led by Ningshuang Daoist, mostly consisted of people from the five peaks of the sect with few cultivators from other sects.
Upon learning of Zhao Wushuang and his companions’ intentions, Ningshuang Daoist didn’t even hesitate before choosing to join.
Consequently, Zhao Wushuang’s camp further increased its strength like a snowball, becoming the undisputed largest power in the Fangsu District.
The alliance of four Daoists and Daoistesses, together with their numerous followers, immediately began a carpet-cleaning operation in Fangsu District.
Anyone targeted would be beaten, then forced to make a Dao heart vow and immediately leave the Fangsu District.
Even powerful lone practitioners like Lu Wen Yuan from the Wangqing Sect.
Even if they could escape one round of cleansing, once targeted by the four Daoists and Daoistesses, their end was no different from others.
Some even mysteriously disappeared, their life and death unknown.
The entire Fangsu District for a time became filled with misery, complaints resounding throughout.
After a thorough sweep lasting four to five days, the loose cultivators and ordinary teams in Fangsu District were almost completely wiped out.
Even if there were any remnants left, they surely went into hiding, not daring to enter the blessed land again.
Only two forces maintained complete strength, unaffected.
One force was composed of many Trench Patrol Guests, whose backing wasn’t strong, but their own strength was solid, forming the ’Trench Patrol Guest Alliance.’
Since the Trench Patrol Guests of each district operated for a long time in their respective districts, they had many followers.
Therefore, the number of people in the ’Trench Patrol Guest Alliance’ exceeded Zhao Wushuang’s set ’mark’ of no more than a hundred by far.
The other major force was overseen by Su Xinghe from the Boundless Sword Sect, Daoist Ming Du from the Xuanyin Sect, and the Northern Domain Loose Cultivator Red Hero.
They each had many followers, and after absorbing some powerful cultivators who escaped over, their strength was also quite substantial.
However, anyone could tell that the force Zhao Wushuang belonged to was the strongest, far surpassing the other two.
The three forces formed a temporary balance, with no one daring to act rashly for the time being.
However, such a balance is fragile and will inevitably be broken!
In this tense moment, a misty cloud floated to the region in front of Lou Yi and Su Xinghe’s team.
Revealing a young cultivator in white robes with a slightly sinister look between his brows.
"Zhuge Feng?"
The visitor was indeed Zhuge Feng of the Flowing Cloud Sect.
Zhuge Feng didn’t mince words, directly stating openly: "Daoist Su, Daoist Zheng, I come with Daoist Zhao’s sincerity."
Everyone in Lou Yi’s team was shocked.
Zhuge Feng from the Flowing Cloud Sect, along with Northern Domain Loose Cultivator Lou Yi, Ye Li from the Heavenly Work Sect, and Xia Mingzi from the Northern Star Sword Sect, were known as the four strongest under the Daoists.
Always solitary and proud, it was unexpected that he had already been won over by Zhao Wushuang.
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