The Rise of the Sect: I am the most persistent person in the world of immortal cultivation

"Excuse me."

His voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable authority that made everyone involuntarily straighten up, yet they still dared not look him in the eye.

"The demons have launched a massive attack, and the entire Star Sea Realm is already devastated."

The tone of the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor was somewhat heavy.

"The Cold Moon Sect of the Northern Ice Plains, the Burning Sky Valley of the Western Desert, the Poison Dragon Sect of the Southern Swamp... Seventeen major sects have been destroyed, millions of cultivators have perished, countless spiritual veins have been polluted by demonic energy, and countless resources have been destroyed."

Upon hearing this, the council hall fell into a deathly silence. The joy on everyone's faces vanished instantly, replaced by solemn expressions.

Although they knew the demons were coming with great force, they did not expect the situation to have deteriorated to such an extent that seventeen major sects were destroyed. This was a great catastrophe.

The Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor continued.

"Although the main force of the demon race has temporarily retreated, the structure of the Star Sea Realm has already been shaken. The resources and territories left behind by those destroyed sects, as well as the right to repair the polluted spiritual veins, all need to be redistributed."

"After much deliberation, the Dao Alliance has decided that I, the Venerable One, will personally preside over this matter to ensure a fair and just division, in order to stabilize the order of the Star Sea Realm, unite the forces of all parties, and jointly resist the subsequent invasion of the Demon Race."

Standing in the crowd, Ye Yang felt a sudden sense of relief upon hearing this.

He finally understood why the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor had descended in person, rather than having Jin Yu Dao Ren preside over the ceremony.

Although Daoist Jinyu is powerful and has considerable prestige, this matter involves the core interests of various sects, including resource allocation and territorial ownership, each of which affects the nerves of all parties.

The conflicts of interest involved are extremely complex, and the slightest misstep could trigger internal strife between sects.

Such a momentous event concerning the restructuring of the Star Sea Realm can only be properly overseen by a being of such esteemed status and unfathomable strength as the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor. Only such a powerful figure could command respect, gain the trust of the major sects, and ensure the smooth progress of the division process.

Otherwise, even if Jin Yu Dao Ren is willing to be fair, he will find it difficult to balance the interests of all parties and will only make the situation more chaotic in the end.

Jin Yu Daoist also showed a look of understanding at this moment, and secretly rejoiced that the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor had arrived in time.

Master Qinglian Sword Immortal was seriously injured after the last great battle with the demons and is still recovering.

He was indeed powerless in the face of such a division of interests involving the entire Star Sea Realm.

When discussing the cultivation of Netherworld Purple Ganoderma, the major sects were able to work together, but once it came to the division of resources and territory, they would inevitably argue endlessly, and he was simply unable to mediate.

The Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor's gaze slowly fell on Ye Yang, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes.

"Master Ye's offering of the Netherworld Purple Mushroom has made a great contribution to resolving the crisis of the Filthy Spirit Leech. The Flying Heaven Sect has developed rapidly in recent years, and the Dao Alliance will also consider this matter when dividing the territory."

Ye Yang quickly bowed in greeting.

"The Netherworld Purple Ganoderma was able to take shape thanks to the support of all the seniors. I dare not accept such praise from the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor. I have only done my duty."

The Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor nodded slightly, then his gaze swept over the cultivators of the various sects.

"Next, I will read out the division plan proposed by the Dao Alliance. Everyone should prioritize the overall situation of the Star Sea Realm and refrain from making any disputes. If there are any objections, they can be arbitrated by the Dao Alliance after the plan has been read out."

"If any sect dares to defy the Dao Alliance's resolution and seize resources and territory on its own, it will be making an enemy of the entire Star Sea Realm, and the Dao Alliance will punish it severely!"

Upon hearing this, everyone bowed and replied, "We obey the command of the Heavenly Dao Ancestor!"

The atmosphere in the council chamber became heavy again. Everyone understood that the upcoming demarcation of resource boundaries would be a war without gunfire.

The Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor calmly swept his gaze across the area below.

"Medicine King Valley is hereby granted a spiritual vein in Qingfeng Ridge of the Southern Region, along with half of the pill formulas and classics that destroyed the sect's Pill Cauldron Pavilion. It is ordered to cultivate the Netherworld Purple Ganoderma as soon as possible and prioritize supplying it to the front-line anti-demonic cultivators."

Upon hearing this, the elders of Medicine King Valley were overjoyed and quickly bowed in gratitude.

"Thank you, Dao Ancestor of the Nine Heavens! Our Medicine King Valley will certainly live up to your expectations!"

Qingfeng Ridge is a famous superior spiritual vein in the Southern Region, and Dan Ding Pavilion is also a major sect in alchemy. It's just a pity that it was destroyed in the demonic chaos this time.

Their sect's ultimate pill formula was naturally a long-lost treasure, and this reward far exceeded their expectations.

"Wancao Pavilion grants the mining rights to the millennium-old Xuanjing mineral vein beneath the Western Regions' desert, as well as the spiritual plant cultivation garden left behind by the Poison Dragon Sect."

The members of Wancao Pavilion were overjoyed. The Xuanjing ore vein was an excellent material for refining magical artifacts, and the spiritual plant cultivation garden could shorten the cultivation cycle of the Netherworld Purple Ganoderma. So they hurriedly expressed their gratitude.

But as soon as he finished speaking, a murmur of discontent arose from the crowd.

"Why should the Myriad Herbs Pavilion be able to obtain the Mystic Crystal Mine? Our Heavenly Sword Sect suffered heavy losses in this battle against the demons, yet we only obtained an abandoned spiritual vein in the Northern Region?"

A cultivator dressed in a blue robe couldn't help but speak up, his tone filled with resentment. "That's right! Our Blazing Fire Sect sacrificed three elders, and all we got in return was a piece of mountainous land polluted by demonic energy. This division is far too unfair!"

Another person chimed in, their voice growing louder.

The council chamber erupted in an uproar.

Jin Yu Daoist frowned slightly, wanting to step in and mediate, but was stopped by the indifferent gaze of the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor.

The Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor ignored these complaints and continued reading.

"The Heavenly Sword Sect has granted the former site of the Cold Moon Sect in the Northern Region and the surrounding area within a hundred miles. Although the spiritual veins have declined, there are ancient sword tombs hidden underground. You need to cleanse the demonic energy yourself. The Dao Alliance can provide some purification talismans."

Upon hearing this, the cultivator in the green robe paused slightly. The value of the ancient sword tomb far exceeded that of an ordinary spiritual vein. He immediately shut his mouth, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

"The Blazing Fire Sect has bestowed upon us a demonized mountain on the edge of the Southern Swamp, along with ten bottles of specially made Demon Exorcism Pills from the Dao Alliance. Although this mountain is polluted, it contains Fire Marrow Ore deep within. Once the demonic energy is cleared, it will become a superior cultivation ground."

The expressions of the Blazing Fire Sect members softened slightly. Fire Marrow Ore was a treasure for cultivating fire-attribute techniques, and Exorcising Qi Pills were even rarer, so this reward was not unfair.

Just then, the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor's gaze fell on Ye Yang, and he slowly spoke.

"The Flying Gate grants access to the Wild Forest, including three auxiliary spiritual veins on the edge of the forest, and the right to exploit resources within the forest."

These words caused a moment of silence in the council chamber, followed by a murmur of whispers.

"The Wilderness Forest? Isn't that place known as a forbidden zone? It's teeming with monsters, filled with miasma, and has many unexplored dangers. It's vast but useless!"

"The Flying Heaven Sect has performed a great service this time, so why did they only receive such a desolate piece of land? Isn't the Dao Alliance being too biased?"

Ye Yang remained calm, but when he heard about the vast wilderness forest, a glint of light flashed in his eyes, and he couldn't help but nod in agreement.

Others only know that the wild forest is dangerous, but they don't know that endless treasures are hidden beneath this undeveloped land.

He had read in ancient books that the depths of the wild forest not only contained ancient spiritual plants and rare mineral veins, but also the remains of ancient cultivators.

Moreover, the territory stretches for tens of thousands of miles, enough for the Flying Heaven Sect to expand its foundation, establish new bases and training grounds, with unlimited potential.

"Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor!"

Just then, a cultivator dressed in black robes suddenly stepped forward and shouted.

"Why should the Flying Heaven Sect be granted a vast territory? My Black Wind Valley suffered heavy losses this time, yet we only received a small spiritual vein. This division is truly unfair! We implore the Dao Ancestor to reconsider!"

"Not bad!"

Several other cultivators echoed this sentiment.

Although the Wild Forest is treacherous, it is vast and possesses immense resource potential. It's difficult for a single sect to develop it all. Why not divide it up and distribute it among our sects, so we can pool our strength to fight the demons!

Some of these monks were genuinely asking questions, while others were dissatisfied with what they had gained.

Taking advantage of the allocation of resources in the Wilderness Forest, they launched attacks, attempting to disrupt the Dao Alliance's decision.

The Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor's face instantly darkened, and the Dao aura of the sun, moon, and stars surrounding him suddenly became sharp, with a boundless pressure descending like Mount Tai pressing down.

The temperature inside the council hall instantly dropped to freezing. The noisy cultivators felt a tightness in their throats, as if they were being choked by an invisible hand, and could no longer utter a word. They trembled and knelt on the ground.

"presumptuous!"

"The division plan of the Dao Alliance was determined by taking into account the contributions and strength of each sect and the overall situation of the Star Sea Realm. How dare you interfere?"

His gaze swept over the kneeling monks, his tone icy.

"Black Wind Valley hesitated and retreated during this battle against the demons, suffering only minor losses. The fact that they were able to obtain a spiritual vein is already a testament to the Dao Alliance's magnanimity. Instead of being grateful, you covet the rewards from others, disregarding the safety of the Star Sea Realm. Do you really think the Dao Alliance dares not punish you?"

The black-robed cultivator was deathly pale, his body drenched in cold sweat, and he repeatedly cried out, "Dao Ancestor, spare my life! This junior was confused for a moment, I will never dare to do it again!"

The other cultivators who echoed his sentiments also begged for mercy, their eyes filled with fear.

The cultivation world is strictly hierarchical, and the majesty of the Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor is inviolable. In the face of absolute power, any conflict of interest seems insignificant.

The Nine Heavens Dao Ancestor snorted coldly, slightly reducing his oppressive aura, but it still made everyone breathless: "Anyone who dares to disrupt the order again will have their cultivation crippled and be expelled from the Star Sea Realm!"

The crowd quickly bowed and replied, "We dare not!"

There was no longer a trace of dissatisfaction in his tone, only deep reverence. (End of Chapter)