Bringing the farm to another world

Chapter 15958 Decision
Although the seven independent cultivators did not form an alliance, they were still sought out by other independent cultivators whenever they needed help, so a considerable number of them gathered around them.

The seven wandering masters were sitting together this time because they had all gathered together after hearing the order from the Xuanming Sect.

The only woman among the seven was a woman who looked to be in her forties. She was quite beautiful, and although she looked to be over forty, she wore a Taoist robe, giving her an aura of dignified and unapproachable beauty. Her name was Meng Yu. She glanced at the others and then asked, "Everyone, what do you think of the Xuanming Sect's order?"

The six people exchanged glances, and then one of them spoke up: "The sect leader of Xuanming Sect is now a kingdom-level expert. Such an expert is beyond our ability to deal with. Besides, we are rogue cultivators. At this time, it is best for us not to fight them head-on. So, my opinion is that we should obey their orders. What do you think?"

The cultivator who spoke was the oldest among them, appearing to be over seventy years old. His hair was completely white, and he had a bitter and resentful look on his face. His name was Li Feng, a very ordinary name. He used to be an ordinary rogue cultivator who had reached his current cultivation level through his own hard work and a little bit of luck. Therefore, he did not want to cause trouble.

At this moment, another cultivator spoke up: "I think we can represent those rogue cultivators and talk to the people of Xuanming Sect. We are rogue cultivators and there is no need for us to abide by the rules of Xuanming Sect. We can restrain ourselves a little in the future, but it would be a bit much to ask us to abide by the rules of Xuanming Sect. What do you all think?"

This rogue cultivator is named Guan Ling. He looks to be in his forties today. Of course, a cultivator's appearance does not necessarily reflect his age, but generally, as long as a cultivator is still strong, he will not make himself look old. Therefore, his appearance often reflects his age. He looks to be in his forties, which means that he is in his prime.

At this moment, another cultivator spoke up: "Before, the Xuanming Sect didn't have any Kingdom-level experts; they only had three King City-level experts. So, they were quite tolerant of us. But now, the Xuanming Sect has a Kingdom-level expert, so they don't need to be so tolerant anymore. You all saw the attitude of those Xuanming Sect disciples towards us today. They were looking down on us, their eyes practically on their foreheads. Do you think they'll still talk to us now? I think their expressions are very clear: either we abide by their sect rules, or we leave. If we dare to cause trouble now, they will definitely attack us to make an example of us. So, at this time, we absolutely cannot stand up for ourselves. Either leave, or obediently follow their orders. Otherwise, I dare say, we'll be the ones who suffer." The person who spoke was named Chen An, who looked to be around sixty years old and had an honest appearance.

His words drew nods from several people, but then another rogue cultivator spoke up: "I think we can talk to the Xuanming Sect. Although the sect leader of Xuanming Sect is now a kingdom-level expert, he can't possibly kill us all. You know, in Xuanming Continent, the number of rogue cultivators far exceeds the number of Xuanming Sect disciples. Moreover, I've heard that the other two king-level elders in Xuanming Sect have been executed by their sect leader. That means Xuanming Sect no longer has king-level power; they only have that one kingdom-level expert holding things together. Do you think we could take this opportunity to join Xuanming Sect? Xuanming Sect is currently just a small sect, but they already have a kingdom-level expert, so they can't be content to remain a small sect. They will definitely expand, but if they rely solely on training disciples themselves, it will take too long, so they probably can't wait. Therefore, at this time, they need more experts to join them. If we can join them now, it would definitely be a good thing for them."

Upon hearing his words, everyone was stunned for a moment, then their eyes immediately lit up. The cultivator's words showed them another possibility. If it was really possible, it would be an opportunity for them.

Although Xuanming Sect is just a small sect, as long as they can join this sect, it will be easier for them to obtain any resources they want in the future. After all, some resources are only circulated among these sects, and they cannot buy them even if they want to. So, if they can join Xuanming Sect at this time, it will indeed be a good thing, not only for them but also for Xuanming Sect.

The monk who spoke was named Sima Deshang. He looked to be in his fifties and dressed as a scholar. It was said that he had accidentally obtained the inheritance of a deceased monk while on a mission and eventually cultivated to the level of a royal city. He was also known for his wit, so everyone took his words seriously.

At this moment, another cultivator who had been silent spoke up: "I think Fellow Daoist Sima's words make a lot of sense. We can go and talk to the people of Xuanming Sect together. We can tell them that we want to join them and see how they react. If they agree, that would be the best. If they don't agree, then I'm sorry, everyone, I'm afraid I will have to leave Xuanming Sect. Because we were disrespectful to the people of Xuanming Sect before, I'm worried that they will retaliate against us in the future, so I'm preparing to leave."

The speaker was named Zhang Tu. He looked to be in his fifties. He was quite handsome, but had a serious expression, and the deep furrows between his eyebrows were so thick they could trap a fly.

His words silenced everyone. At this moment, Meng Yu spoke up, "That's what I was thinking too. We can talk to the people from Xuanming Sect and see how they react. If they agree to let us join, that would be the best. If they don't agree, I'm prepared to leave."

The others all nodded in agreement. Then the last cultivator spoke up: "This is indeed a good opportunity to join a sect, but you should all be prepared that if we join a sect, we must abide by their sect rules, otherwise they can deal with us openly and legitimately."

The speaker was named Qian Fu. He looked to be over sixty years old, very fat, and had a prosperous appearance. He always had a smile on his face, looking like a businessman. And he was indeed a businessman. He owned his own shop and was considered the best off among them.

Meng Yu said, "Do you think we would dare to disobey their sect rules now? Do you want to die?" Qian Fu was not angry at all because Meng Yu's words were too harsh. He smiled slightly and said, "Of course I don't want to die. I'm just reminding you that if you want to join the Xuanming Sect, you have to be mentally prepared for this."

Meng Yu didn't say anything more, then she said, "Shouldn't we talk to the people below first? After all, we're going to represent them in negotiations with the Xuanming Sect this time. If they don't agree, it will be very troublesome."

Upon hearing Meng Yu's words, Qian Fu and the others all nodded. Then Qian Fu said, "Alright, it's settled then. I'll go back now and tell the people below about this matter." After saying that, he stood up. He was quite fat, so standing up seemed to be a lot of effort for him. The others also stood up, and then they all walked out.

Behind each of them are people who are close to them. These people usually respect them and give them benefits. So, if they want to do this, they naturally have to discuss it with those people first. Even if they are strong, they can't completely ignore those people's wishes and go directly to negotiate with Xuanming Sect.

In fact, there are very few independent cultivators who wouldn't want to join a sect. Although Xuanming Sect is a small sect, if they were given the opportunity to join, those independent cultivators would still be very willing.

After the seven men had spoken with all the rogue cultivators under their command, and those cultivators all agreed, the seven men gathered together again and went to find the head of the Xuanming Sect's External Affairs Hall.

Their strength is undeniable; they are even stronger than the head of the Xuanming Sect's Foreign Affairs Hall, which is why they can directly meet with him.

In the past, the head of the Xuanming Sect's Foreign Affairs Hall would have been extremely nervous if he heard that all seven of them were coming to see him, but not now, since he now has a kingdom-level expert standing behind him.

The head of the Xuanming Sect's Foreign Affairs Hall was named Yu Yangzi. After inviting Meng Yu and the other six to sit down in his study, Yu Yangzi looked at them and said, "I wonder what brings you all here today?"

Yu Yangzi was well aware that the group had likely come because of their sect's orders for today. He asked the question on purpose to see what they were up to.

Meng Yu glanced at Yu Yangzi, then said, "Hall Master Yu Yangzi, we've come to see you today because we have something we'd like to discuss with you. A few of us want to join your sect. What is your sect's opinion?"

Upon hearing Meng Yu's words, Yu Yangzi was stunned. He thought that the group had come because of their sect's orders for today, but he did not expect that they would want to join their sect, which surprised them all.

Yu Yangzi quickly came to his senses. He was thinking about why they wanted to join the Xuanming Sect. He soon realized that if they wanted to stay in the Xuanming Sect, they would have to abide by its rules. But if they really did abide by the rules, they might as well join the sect. Moreover, the Xuanming Sect currently had no experts at the King City level. Their joining would improve the sect's strength, which was a win-win situation.

Thinking of this, Yu Yangzi looked at the group and said, "I cannot make this decision; it must be decided by the sect leader. Why don't you all go back and wait for news?"

Meng Yu and the others knew that Yu Yangzi couldn't make the decision. He was just the head of the Foreign Affairs Hall. How could he make such a big decision? So they all nodded, stood up, bowed to Yu Yangzi, and then turned and left.