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

The elder in charge of managing the disciples also looked heartbroken.

Those disciples were all carefully cultivated talents by the sect, and it's a real pity that they were lost in the wilderness.

Elder Qian was heartbroken, his face contorted with pain as the spiritual fields were destroyed and the spiritual springs were polluted.

This means that the initial investment was almost wasted, and it would take a lot of resources to recover.

Ye Yang paused, his eyes growing even colder.

"But that's not the point. The point is, this leech attack was not an accident."

Gu Xuan's pupils suddenly contracted, his body leaned forward slightly, and he said in a deep voice.

"Does the Dao Ancestor mean... that someone did this on purpose?"

"good."

Ye Yang nodded, his tone certain.

"Someone has set up a demonic array under the stronghold, specifically to attract demonic energy and swarms of demonic leeches to attack, with the aim of destroying our stronghold and ruining our wilderness expansion plan."

He continued.

"Judging from the way the demonic array was set up, the opponent is a master of demonic arrays and knows the layout of our stronghold like the back of his hand. He has a precise grasp of everything, from the division of the field ridges to the location of the spiritual spring. Otherwise, the demonic array could not have accurately drawn demonic energy to pollute the spiritual spring."

"boom!"

The hall erupted in chaos, and the elders could no longer remain calm.

"A formation master? What level of person must that be? To be able to silently set up a demonic formation beneath our stronghold!"

"Could they be from the demon race? Only demons would be so proficient in demonic arrays!"

"Not necessarily! It could be people from other sects! In recent years, many sects have been coveting the Wilderness Region. Seeing that our Flying Heaven Sect is making good progress in the Wilderness, they may be jealous and want to sabotage us in secret!"

"Investigate! We must investigate thoroughly! Whether it's the Demon Clan or any other sect, anyone who dares to harm our Flying Heaven Sect members must not be let off!"

The elders were filled with righteous indignation and began to speak out angrily, making the atmosphere in the hall increasingly tense.

Ye Yang didn't speak, but simply watched them quietly, his eyes calm and unwavering.

He knew that the elders' anger was not unfounded; anyone would be furious to be secretly plotted against.

After everyone's emotions had calmed down a bit, Ye Yang slowly spoke.

“Investigate, of course we must investigate. This matter concerns the dignity of our sect, and I will definitely find out the truth and make the person behind it pay the price. But right now, the most important thing is not to find out who is behind it.”

"Instead, we want to show others that our Flying Heaven Sect will not back down because of this setback! They want to hinder our exploration of the wilderness and make us give up, but we will continue to do it, and do it even better!"

"I have summoned you here today to tell you—the expansion into the wilderness must not only not stop, but must be accelerated!"

"Good! Daozu Ye is right!"

Gu Xuan's eyes lit up, and he slammed his hand on the table, his gloomy expression vanishing and replaced by intense excitement.

"If we back down now, wouldn't we be playing right into their hands? Everyone will think that our Flying Heaven Sect is easy to bully!"

Su Muyao nodded, a hint of agreement flashing in her cool eyes.

"The wild and desolate region is rich in spiritual energy and resources, and it is also the front line against the demon race. It is the foundation for the future of our Flying Heaven Sect. We must not give up because of this setback, and we must not let anyone look down on our Flying Heaven Sect!"

The other elders echoed their sentiments, and the atmosphere in the hall instantly shifted from oppressive anger to exhilaration and excitement.

"But……"

Elder Qian hesitated before speaking, a hint of embarrassment on his face.

“Our stronghold has been destroyed, the spirit fields are gone, and the spirit spring has been polluted. We need a lot of resources to rebuild the stronghold and resume production. Our warehouse inventory is almost depleted after the initial investment.”

He gritted his teeth and told the truth.

"If we focus all our efforts on rebuilding our base and cultivating spiritual fields, the resources in the warehouse can only last for three months at most. After three months, we'll have to tighten our belts and drastically reduce other expenses."

These words silenced the atmosphere in the hall once more. Resource scarcity remained a key constraint on the expansion of the wilderness.

"I'll figure out a way to deal with the resources."

Ye Yang interrupted him directly, his tone firm.

"You only need to focus on resource allocation to ensure the supply of resources for rebuilding the base and cultivating elixirs. Three months should be enough."

Seeing Ye Yang's certainty, Elder Qian's worries lessened slightly.

He knew that this Dao Ancestor was incredibly powerful, and since he said he had a solution, he would definitely not let the sect fall into a resource crisis.

Elder Qian bowed and replied, "Yes! This disciple understands!"

Ye Yang turned to look at Gu Xuan.

"Sect Leader Gu, convey my decree: upgrade the protective formations of all outposts on the outskirts of the wilderness immediately. I require the highest-level defensive formations; spare no expense to ensure the safety of these outposts."

"In addition, each stronghold will be tripled in the number of patrolling disciples, and a three-shift system will be implemented to patrol continuously for 24 hours. Once any unusual demonic energy or traces of demonic creatures are discovered, the sect will be notified immediately, and preparations for battle will be made at the same time."

"Yes! Disciple, obey!"

Gu Xuan bowed and accepted the order, a hint of solemnity flashing in his eyes.

The highest-level defensive formation means that a large amount of rare materials will be required, but for the safety of the stronghold, this investment is worthwhile.

Ye Yang then looked at Su Muyao.

"Elder Su, we are short-handed right now, so we have to trouble you to make the trip. The cultivators recruited by the Flying Heaven Sect will be coming to the Mountain and Sea Realm soon, and we need you to handle their reception and logistics."

A glint of light flashed in his eyes as he slowly explained.

"Let those rogue cultivators and small families see that if they follow the Flying Heaven Sect, even if they encounter danger, they will be protected by the Dao Ancestor, receive elixirs, and have their merits recorded."

"Don't worry, Master Ye, I understand."

Su Muyao bowed in response.

"I will arrange manpower immediately to expand the recruitment scale, and at the same time spread the news of this reward for disciples to attract more talents to come and join us."

Ye Yang nodded in satisfaction, then looked at an elder dressed in a green Taoist robe.

This elder, surnamed Liu, is the elder in charge of planting and cultivating spiritual herbs at the Flying Heaven Sect. He is proficient in the properties and cultivation methods of various spiritual herbs.

"Elder Liu, during this attack by the demonic leeches, the Netherworld Purple Mushrooms at the stronghold not only did not wither, but also underwent a transformation after absorbing the evil energy and demonic energy, purifying the evil energy in the land."

"I need you to immediately organize a team, take all the seeds of the anti-magic herbs in the sect, and head to the Wilderness Outpost to try planting the anti-magic herbs on that purified land."

Ye Yang paused for a moment, then continued.

"If the trial planting is successful, the Netherworld Purple Ganoderma will be planted on a large scale in every wilderness stronghold. It can not only prevent attacks from demonic leeches, but also purify the land and cultivate anti-demon medicines. This will play a vital role in our wilderness expansion and even in resisting the invasion of the demon race."

A hint of excitement flashed in Elder Liu's eyes, and he quickly stood up and bowed.

"The Dao Ancestor is wise! The Netherworld Purple Ganoderma has such miraculous effects. If we can cultivate it into an anti-demon elixir, it will surely be a blessing for our sect! However..."

He hesitated for a moment, his face showing difficulty.

"Dao Ancestor, the Netherworld Purple Ganoderma is extremely rare and has harsh growing conditions. All of our sect's stock has been planted at the Wilderness Outpost this time in order to monitor demonic energy."

"Although the Netherworld Purple Ganoderma is still alive at the current stronghold, it is difficult to reproduce in large quantities in a short period of time. If we want to plant it on a large scale in other strongholds, it will be difficult to find enough Netherworld Purple Ganoderma seedlings."

"Then go buy it! Go exchange it!"

Ye Yang's voice was resolute and unwavering.

"We must use all the connections and resources of the sect, and spare no effort, to obtain enough Netherworld Purple Ganoderma seedlings. This thing is more important to us than any spiritual medicine right now, and we must get it no matter how much resources it takes."

"Yes! Your disciple obeys!" Elder Liu bowed and accepted the order without further hesitation.

Ye Yang then looked at the other elders and assigned them tasks one by one.

……

All the elders bowed and accepted the order, their faces showing determination.

Ye Yang looked at them, slowly exhaled, his voice low but filled with unwavering resolve.

"Gentlemen, pioneering the wilderness is a huge gamble. We are betting on the future of the Flying Heaven Sect, and on the peace of thousands of cultivators."

"I'd like to see who dares to oppose my Flying Heaven Sect! Who dares to block my Flying Heaven Sect's path!"

As Ye Yang uttered his last words, a dense aura of murderous intent emanated from his body.

The air in the entire hall seemed to freeze, and all the elders felt the determination and killing intent in his words.

This young Dao Ancestor was truly enraged.

After the meeting concluded, the elders departed to attend to their respective tasks.

Only Ye Yang and Gu Xuan remained in the main hall. Gu Xuan walked to Ye Yang's side and asked in a low voice.

"Master Ye, are you really planning to confront them head-on? If the mastermind is the Demon Clan, that would be fine; we'd have a legitimate reason, and the other sects would understand."

"But what if other sects are secretly causing trouble? If we act rashly, it could trigger a war between sects, and then the situation would be difficult to control."

Ye Yang turned around, his eyes as cold as frost.

"Then we absolutely cannot back down."

"If we back down, people will think that our Flying Heaven Sect is weak and easy to bully, and then more people will come to bully us in the future."

"Only by standing firm to the end and demonstrating our strength and determination can we deter those who covet us and let them know that the Flying Heaven Sect is not a pushover and not someone that anyone can bully."

Gu Xuan remained silent for a moment, then slowly nodded. He knew Ye Yang was right.

Over the years, the Flying Heaven Sect has been developing in a low-key manner. Although its strength has been continuously improving, it does not have much influence in the cultivation world.

This exploration of the wilderness was meant to be an opportunity to demonstrate our strength. If we are bullied and dare not fight back, we will only be looked down upon by others.

"Alright."

Gu Xuan sighed, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.

"Over the years, our Flying Heaven Sect has indeed kept a low profile. It's time to let people see our fangs."

He paused and asked again.

"What are your plans next? We'll keep an eye on things at the sect. Do you have any other plans?"

"I need to return to the forbidden area to continue my seclusion."

Ye Yang said in a deep voice, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes.

“My cultivation is not strong enough. Only by breaking through to the Thunder Tribulation Realm can I truly have the strength to deter villains, take the initiative in the upcoming battles, and better protect the sect and the disciples who follow me.”

The Tribulation Realm is a higher realm than his current True Person Realm, and it is also the realm of true powerhouses in the cultivation world.

Once he breaks through to the Thunder Tribulation Realm, his strength will undergo a qualitative leap, and he will be able to fight even against the sect leaders of other sects.

A hint of relief flashed in Gu Xuan's eyes.

"Alright! You can go into seclusion with peace of mind. Leave the matters outside to us. I will personally oversee the safety of the sect and the reconstruction of the wilderness. There will be absolutely no problems."

"Thank you for your trouble, Sect Leader Gu."

Ye Yang bowed in greeting.

Gu Xuan watched Ye Yang leave the main hall, then turned to look out the window at the desolate wilderness, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes.

He knew that Ye Yang's seclusion this time was crucial to his success or failure.

If the breakthrough is successful, the Flying Heaven Sect will truly have the capital to establish itself in the cultivation world.

If they fail... the Flying Heaven Sect will likely suffer a severe blow.

Ye Yang traveled swiftly, his figure transforming into a streak of light, heading straight for the sect's forbidden area.

The forbidden area is located in a place rich in spiritual energy within the Flying Heaven Gate's residence.

The moment Ye Yang stepped into the forbidden area, he no longer hesitated.

He moved swiftly, his hands forming hand seals with lightning speed, and one after another, he laid down restrictions imbued with spatial power, layer upon layer, completely isolating the forbidden area from the outside world.

The moment the barrier was formed, the entire forbidden area seemed to transform into its own independent little world, where no external presence or spying could penetrate it.

After doing all this, he walked to the cultivation platform in the center of the forbidden area, which was paved with millennia-old warm jade, sat down cross-legged, and slowly closed his eyes.

As the cultivation technique was activated, Ye Yang's aura suddenly changed.

The originally restrained magical power was leaking out wildly, causing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth within the forbidden area to surge violently.

Soon, a huge vortex of spiritual energy, visible to the naked eye, formed around him.

As the vortex spun, it emitted a howling sound, drawing in all the spiritual energy of heaven and earth within a radius of a hundred miles.

It transformed into streams of milky-white spiritual energy, continuously flowing into his body.

The Tribulation Realm is a universally acknowledged watershed in the cultivation world.

Before this, no matter how high one's cultivation level was, it was all just about honing one's foundation and accumulating spiritual power.

Entering the Tribulation Realm means triggering the Heavenly Tribulation from the Nine Heavens.

Tempering the physical body with the power of thunder and forging the primordial spirit with the power of tribulation fire, the slightest carelessness will result in the soul being scattered, making it a matter of nine deaths and one life.

Ye Yang's consciousness sank into his dantian, feeling the surging spiritual power within his body, and he was filled with emotion.

He had remained at the Refining Void Realm for a full eighty years.

For the past eighty years, he has fought in the north and south, battled demons in the wilderness, and dealt with feudal lords in the imperial court, all for the breakthrough he has achieved today.

Just as Ye Yang was completely immersed in cultivation and oblivious to the outside world, on the other side of the Mountain and Sea Realm...

On a desolate and lifeless mountaintop, the void suddenly began to twist violently.

Suddenly, a series of pitch-black cracks opened up.

Immediately afterwards, four figures slowly emerged from the crack and landed steadily on the boulder at the mountain peak.

The leader was dressed in a purple-gold Taoist robe, embroidered with ferocious demonic patterns that shimmered eerily in the dim light.

His face was sinister, with high cheekbones and a pair of sharp, triangular eyes that swept across the room with a chilling, oppressive aura.

He was followed by three people, dressed in black robes, green robes, and gray robes respectively, each exuding a powerful aura.

"Hehe, that Dao Ancestor Ye finally couldn't resist going into seclusion."

The purple-robed man's lips curled into a cold sneer, his voice as sharp as ice.

"He has great talent. Countless cultivators who have reached the Void Refinement stage are stuck in their entire lives without being able to break through, but he has actually seen a glimmer of opportunity to break through to the Thunder Tribulation stage."

"However, the more eager he is to break through, the rarer the opportunity becomes for us."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the three people beside him, his tone carrying an unquestionable authority.

“Once he goes into seclusion, there is no chance of him coming out anytime soon. Our long-planned scheme can finally begin.”

"Sect Master Earth Dragon is right!"

The cultivator in black robes immediately echoed, he was the sect leader of the Blood Shadow Sect, and his face showed a hint of barely suppressed excitement.

"The Flying Heaven Sect has been operating in the wilderness for many years. Aren't the spirit fields, spirit springs, and mineral veins in those strongholds all highly coveted by everyone in the cultivation world?"

"Let's join forces and seize this perfect opportunity while Ye Yang is in seclusion. We can then divide the spoils equally. Wouldn't that be wonderful!"

"Does the Blood Shadow Sect Master intend to make a direct attack?"

The cultivator in the green robe standing to the side frowned. He was Feng Qingxuan, an elder of the Xuanjian Sect, and was relatively cautious.

"Although the Flying Heaven Sect doesn't have a deep foundation, those old guys like Gu Xuan and Yan Qingying are not to be trifled with. He has cultivated for many years and is already at the peak of the Nascent Soul Dao Realm. He also has several inherited treasures in his hands. If he fights to the death, even if we can take down the Flying Heaven Sect, we will probably have to pay a considerable price."

"Moreover, the Flying Heaven Sect still has a considerable number of troops stationed in the Wilderness. If we were to engage in a direct confrontation, the commotion would be too great and could easily attract the attention of the Dao Alliance."

"Elder Feng's words are far too cowardly, aren't they?"

The man in the blood-red robe sneered, his tone full of disdain.

"No matter how strong Gu Xuan is, he's just a lone wolf. With the four of us joining forces, four True Person Realm experts, what waves can he make alone? Besides, who said we should confront him head-on?"

"Okay, don't argue anymore."

The purple-robed man at the head of the group waved his hand, interrupting the argument between the two, a sinister glint in his eyes.

“This matter needs to be handled more subtly. While outright robbery is certainly direct, it is too risky and could give the Dao Alliance a handle to use against us. My suggestion is to first send someone disguised as a rogue cultivator to cause trouble and create chaos at the Flying Heaven Sect’s outlying stronghold.”

"In order to stabilize the situation, the Flying Heaven Sect will inevitably disperse its manpower to suppress the enemy. At that time, we will secretly take action and seize several key strongholds with lightning speed, controlling the core areas of the spiritual spring and the mine."

"By the time Ye Yang emerges from seclusion, the die is cast. Even if he wants to resist, he'll have to think twice about whether he really dares to wage war against all four of us at the same time."

The smile on the purple-robed man's lips grew increasingly cruel.

"At that time, he will either swallow his anger and admit that we have occupied the stronghold, or he will break off relations and fight the four of us to the death. But whichever he chooses, it will be beneficial to us."

"Brilliant! Sect Master Earth Dragon's plan is truly ingenious!"

The man in the black robe couldn't help but clap and cheer.

"In this way, we can gain benefits without lifting a finger, and leave the Flying Heaven Sect speechless and unable to express their grievances. Even if the Dao Alliance asks, we will have an explanation."

Feng Qingxuan pondered for a moment, then slowly nodded. (End of Chapter)