Chapter 89: Chapter 83: Annihilating Demons
Ancestor Wang became the focus of everyone’s attention, even those guests who were about to leave stopped in their tracks.
Are you kidding?
A Celestial Human Realm expert has spoken, and yet you think you can just leave?
Several eyes turned to the elderly man in fine clothing, some confused, while others began to feel uneasy, sensing that something was amiss. In such a situation, it was inappropriate for Ancestor Wang to be the one speaking, and his words were not ones to persuade people to stay.
Ning Qi’s gaze sharpened as he slowly got up.
Taoist Longshan frowned and asked:
"Ancestor Wang, what do you mean by this?"
The other Celestial Beings also looked somewhat surprised.
Ancestor Wang remained calm and composed, first cupping his hands to apologize to Taoist Longshan:
"I have come this time with a heavy responsibility, I ask for True Man Longshan’s understanding."
Taoist Longshan felt an ominous premonition.
Then Ancestor Wang rose into the air, with his left hand behind his back, while his right hand took out a golden token from his bosom and raised it high above his head, emitting a unique wave.
Seeing this item, some people’s faces immediately became solemn, with a hint of reverence in their eyes, even the Celestial Beings were no exception.
The Great Yan Martial Saint Token!
Seeing this token was as if seeing the Martial Saint himself, none dared to disobey.
Instantly.
A chorus of respectful voices echoed throughout the True Martial Dojo:
"We pay respect to the Martial Saint!"
Many martial artists all bowed together, and those juniors who hadn’t yet understood the situation followed their elders’ example and bowed, even the Celestial Human Realm experts, although not overly humble, slightly inclined their bodies to show respect.
Ancestor Wang felt somewhat elated, seeing even Cyan Bull Blade Master’s expression change, he felt a strange sense of satisfaction, thinking it well worth the cost he paid for this task.
"It’s good that everyone recognizes this item."
"I’ve come today, firstly to congratulate True Man Longshan on reaching the Celestial Being Realm, and secondly with a heavy responsibility that requires the full support of everyone present, I ask everyone not to decline."
He spoke very mildly, but with the Martial Saint Token’s display, it carried an undeniable force.
Yet, no one dared to show a hint of dissatisfaction.
The Great Yan Dynasty has somewhat weakened in recent years, with diminished control, but it still remains supreme, and martial sects need to depend on the imperial authority to exist, even if there is discontent, it cannot be openly expressed.
Taoist Longshan coldly glanced at Ancestor Wang.
Previously, he wondered why Ancestor Wang attended his Celestial Being Grand Ceremony, given their past disagreements, now it seemed that he intended to ride the momentum of the ceremony, this thought angered him, feeling he had been schemed against.
It was clear now that for Ancestor Wang to come with the Great Yan Martial Saint Token, it surely wasn’t for ordinary matters, and the targets were likely the few Celestial Beings.
With Ancestor Wang’s status, he was not qualified to hold the Martial Saint Token, there must be significant figures from the imperial court involved behind this.
Taoist Longshan looked apologetically at Cyan Bull Blade Master and the others, then indifferently asked:
"What is this heavy responsibility of yours, Ancestor Wang?"
Feigning ignorance of Taoist Longshan’s displeasure, Ancestor Wang originally didn’t want to offend Taoist Longshan, even offering a Gang Condensing Pill to resolve past disputes, but now aligned with a powerful force, with hope for Wang Clan’s future, he was unafraid, and it was also a chance for revenge for Taoist Longshan’s previous uproar.
He laughed heartily:
"It’s not difficult, with so many strong individuals today, it’s a simple task, especially with Cyan Bull Brother here, there’s no problem at all."
He paused, seeing Cyan Bull Blade Master ignoring him, he was secretly annoyed, and continued:
"Recently, the Demon Sect has been rampant, causing chaos across the land, between Qing State and Chu State lies a dangerous place called Death Fire Abyss, upon investigation, it was found to be a branch of the Demon Sect, harboring many small and old demons."
Having just said this.
Everyone’s expression changed.
Demon Sect!
Everyone knows how powerful the Demon Sect is, stirring storms in recent years, rumored to be connected to the former dynasty, with a hint of an indestructible entity, even a hundred years ago the Great Yan Martial Saint personally acted because of the Demon Sect.
Once involved with the Demon Sect, it was never a trivial matter.
Some already guessed the general idea, turning sour.
As expected.
Ancestor Wang continued:
"The governors of the two states have already sent part of their vanguard there, and we are to quickly reinforce to completely destroy this Demon Sect branch!"
"All martial artists above the Primordial Core Realm today shall accompany me, as for the rest, you shall remain at True Martial Mountain for these few days, not allowed to go down."
As he finished speaking.
The entire dojo fell silent.
Everyone understood Ancestor Wang’s objective, today he was here to catch a timing and information gap, everyone in the neighboring states knew about Taoist Longshan hosting the Celestial Being Grand Ceremony, the Demon Sect surely knew as well.
Now, with so many powerful figures suddenly racing towards that Demon Sect branch, the Demon Sect would certainly be caught off guard.
Ancestor Wang was secretly pleased.
When he first suggested this plan, he thought at most he could bring three Celestial Human Realm experts, but he didn’t expect Taoist Longshan to be so capable, exceeding expectations by two, with one even being a strong figure in the Celestial Being List.
In this way, the plan was almost foolproof.
Though it offended many, as long as Wang Clan births new Celestial Human Realm experts in the future, with the imperial court as backing, life would only get better.
At this moment.
Many were anxious, especially those Primordial Core Realm experts, each looked solemn, faces unsightly, internally cursing Ancestor Wang as inhumane, knowing this Demon Sect eradication led by Celestial Human Realm figures, the enemy surely had such experts too, and likely quite a few.
Thus, no matter being in the Primordial Core Realm, one wrong move could lead to instant death.
They came for a Celestial Being Grand Ceremony, only to be swept into such calamity, truly unfortunate.
Yet, no one blamed Taoist Longshan or True Martial Sect, seeing the situation, it was clear Taoist Longshan too was schemed.
Undoubtedly.
This was Ancestor Wang using the momentum of Taoist Longshan’s Celestial Being Grand Ceremony.
The Celestial Human Realm experts all coldly looked at Ancestor Wang, while Carefree Monarch couldn’t help but sarcastically mock:
"Ancestor Wang worries for Great Yan, we pale in comparison, admirable indeed."
Ancestor Wang merely smiled:
"Carefree Monarch overpraises, as a subject of Great Yan, worrying for Great Yan is a duty."
He knew the outcome of standing out, mere scorn was insignificant, these people dare not openly defy either.
The Great Yan Dynasty’s deterrent power remains formidable.
After all, Great Yan has not only Martial Saints, but also many martial arts strong persons.
Taoist Longshan took a deep breath and asked:
"When do we set out?"
As the host of this Celestial Being Grand Ceremony, he must take the initiative.
Ancestor Wang’s expression grew solemn:
"Immediately!"