Daoist Competition-Chapter 949 - 214: Xuanling Sets a Plan to Destroy the Evil Demons (Part 2)

Lu Changsu couldn’t help but feel disappointed, but also helpless, and had to withdraw with some reluctance.

Lu Yuanxing glanced at him and comforted in a gentle tone: "Changsu, there’s no need to be impatient. Daoist Tao has no Nascent Soul disciples under his command. Unless he personally steps forward, we are certain to win without a loss. Why should we take unnecessary risks?"

Lu Changsu softly acknowledged, though inwardly he was quite unconvinced and full of complaints.

With such a massive display from Bijiao Prefecture, how could Tao Zhenhong let matters slide in the future? Since they’ve already offended him, they might as well do so thoroughly. Anyway, with True Master Qu watching over, there’s no fear of Tao Hong making a move. Why be so cautious?

Meanwhile, on the other side, Wang Yingfang had already returned quickly to Xuanling Island on a tunneling light.

Among the four disciples under Qingyu Sect, three are currently in seclusion on the island, hoping to enter the Nascent Soul Realm soon, leaving only her to handle daily affairs.

She was originally battling an Independent Sect on Jingbo Island thousands of miles away and was about to achieve complete success when she received a token talisman, learned of changes within the sect, and hurried back.

Racing along the mountain path, she reached the Ancestor Master Hall and said, "Disciple Wang Yingfang wishes to see the ancestor master, Daoist boy, quickly report."

The Daoist boy at the door didn’t move, only saying, "The ancestor master’s Dharma Decree commands the martial uncle to restrain the disciples. Without orders, none may go out. The demons outside shall be dealt with by others soon."

Wang Yingfang was momentarily stunned, thinking, "That Lu the Demon is a Nascent Soul True Master, extremely difficult to handle. Is the master suggesting that a fellow disciple is about to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm?"

Then she shook her head. Reaching the Nascent Soul Realm is not so easily attainable. Could it be one of the sect’s Demon Kings?

Although Bijiao Prefecture is in decline, its foundation remains. Not only is Lu Yuanxing himself a Nascent Soul Second Realm cultivator, but his clan also has seven disciples who have reached the Hua Dan Realm and two Nascent Soul Elders. Such power is currently beyond Qingyu Sect’s comparison.

Despite Bijiao Prefecture being restrained by True Master Tao, not daring to attack the island, this affront cannot go unanswered without severely damaging Qingyu Sect’s prestige.

She sighed inwardly, lamenting that Qingyu Sect, being established recently, has no True Slaughter Devices, otherwise, who would dare to provoke them?

As she pondered, she walked down to the mountain’s base, catching sight of a line of ten or more disciples heading off the island.

The lead disciple, clad in a black Daoist robe, held a Dharma Sword in reverse, standing atop a Heavenly Crane, with brows full of Evil Qi. Wang Yingfang recognized him as a disciple under her junior brother, Yang Lin, and her eyes narrowed as she shouted, "Ling Tianxing, what are you doing?"

The disciple called Ling Tianxing turned his head, hesitating a bit upon seeing it was Wang Yingfang, then stepped forward, gritting his teeth, "Third Martial Aunt, I wish to go out and curb these demons’ arrogance!"

"Nonsense!"

Wang Yingfang looked at him sternly for a few moments, but did not scold him, only said in a serious tone, "Listen carefully. From now on, each disciple should remain in the sect, keep up with daily practice, and not go out. Disperse now."

Ling Tianxing’s face flushed red, and though he moved his mouth several times, he dared not disobey. He bowed deeply and turned to leave. His fellow disciples, seeing this, sighed and dispersed reluctantly.

Wang Yingfang’s gaze fell to the back of the group, where she snorted, "Shui Xiuying, stay, I have something to ask you."

Shui Xiuying, who had been trying to quietly hide behind others, trembled at being called and stepped forward with her head down, mumbling, "Master."

Wang Yingfang did not reprimand her, merely replied softly, "I received a Flying Book to return to the mountain gate, but the letter was vague. I ask you, what exactly caused Bijiao Prefecture to go to such great lengths?"

Though she knew Bijiao Prefecture had intentions of making a move, she had always tried to prevent it. This time, however, she was unsure what excuse they had seized upon.

Shui Xiuying truthfully stated, "Disciple heard that it seems like one of our disciples killed Lu the Demon’s own son."

Wang Yingfang furrowed her brows, "A disciple from our sect? Who?"

Shui Xiuying shook her head, indicating she did not know.

Wang Yingfang pondered for a moment, then suddenly looked up, "Has anyone recently come to join our Qingyu Sect from across the sea?"

Shui Xiuying nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, recently a Daoist Zhang from East Splendor Continent came to visit the ancestor master. Master may not know, this Daoist has some skills. Although he carried no token, the two White Apes in front of Ancestor Master Hall did not stop him."

"Surname Zhang? From East Splendor Continent?"

Thoughts churned in Wang Yingfang’s mind, "Could it be fellow Daoist Zhang? Yes, it must be him. Only he could easily meet the master. Lu Yuanxing’s son was likely killed by fellow Daoist Zhang. Though he is extraordinary in cultivation and exceptional in Flying Sword skills, Bijiao Prefecture is ultimately powerful. I suppose he came to Qingyu Sect to seek refuge."

When she first met Zhang Yan, he had only Xuan Guang Cultivation. Now, decades later, she presumed that even as a disciple of the Mingcang Major Sect, he could only have reached the Third Realm of Hua Dan. But Bijiao Prefecture’s master was a Nascent Soul Second Realm cultivator, not comparable by means.

Thinking of this, she couldn’t help but feel a bit resentful towards Zhang Yan but also sighed inwardly: "Daoist Zhang has done great favors for our sect; no matter what, we must find a way to protect him."

At this time, True Master Tao, who was meditating in the Ancestor Master Hall, suddenly opened his eyes, "Child, go and invite fellow Daoist Zhang."

Before long, Zhang Yan arrived at the great hall, bowing, "Greetings, True Master."

True Master Tao said, "Fellow Daoist, come have a look."

He waved his hand, and a Water Mirror appeared before them, reflecting the current scene outside Xuanling Island.

Zhang Yan focused and saw demon clouds rolling over the sea, flags fluttering, and countless demon soldiers holding weapons, forming arrays outside. He smiled, "The demons have gathered, might as well take this opportunity to eradicate them, restoring a clear sky to Xuanling Island."

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