Hunyuan Immortal Sect

Chapter 216 Turning enemies into enemies
In Bianxia Town, the alliance headquarters, in a dim room, Song Xianzheng and Zhong Wenyuan were discussing the situation.

There were footsteps outside, followed by a knock on the door.

"Master, Fellow Daoist Chen has returned and wants to see you."

"Please invite him here quickly." Song Xian replied immediately.

Soon, Chen Zhongwen came into the house.

"Fellow Daoist Chen is here, please take a seat. Fellow Daoist Chen is truly a peerless talent! With just a little trick, he caused the Tianshan Sect to fall apart. I just received news that there was an internal fight in the Tianshan Sect. Helian Quan led his men to capture the Luofeng Valley, and there were many casualties on both sides." Song Xian warmly invited him to sit down with a smile on his face.

When the news came that Helian Quan led his men to attack Luofeng Valley, he even found it hard to believe.

It’s not that I don’t believe the truth of the matter, but I can’t believe that things are going so smoothly.

Of course he was fully aware of the entire incident and was involved in it.

Chen Yunlong, the leader of the Tianshan Sect, happened to go to Bianxi City at this critical moment. This was not a coincidence, but a special arrangement by Song Xian.

It was he who found Xu Hao and asked Xu Hao to invite Chen Yunlong to Bianxi City to discuss things.

The whole plan is quite complicated, but it is also quite simple.

First, he used the undercover agent lurking in the Tianshan Sect to find out the whereabouts of Helian Quan's wife, and learned that she would go to the Dongluo City Market in Muhe Grassland in half a month to check the shop accounts and collect the profit spirit stones of the past six months.

Therefore, they ambushed people early and waited for them on the road that they had to pass through.

At the same time, Song Xian went to Bianxi City to find Xu Hao and asked him to help transfer Chen Yunlong and summon him to Bianxi City.

Wait until Helian Quan's wife is on her way to Dongluo City and capture her.

Then he used the undercover agent from the Tianshan Sect to pin the blame on Chen Yunlong's top general Hu Feng, and then informed Helian Quan about the matter.

The reason why they didn't put the blame directly on Chen Yunlong was, firstly, because Chen Yunlong was a relatively steady and experienced person, and secondly, the undercover's level was not high enough and it was difficult for him to get close to Chen Yunlong, so they had to settle for the second best and put the blame on Hu Feng, the third in command of the Tianshan Sect.

It just so happened that he was from Hu Feng's faction and was promoted by him, so no one would suspect him.

Although the plan is simple, it is still difficult to implement in order to achieve the desired results. Any mistake may lead to failure or even bring disaster upon yourself.

For example, if someone escaped during the ambush, it would be impossible to put the blame on Hu Feng.

Furthermore, if there were any monks passing by nearby and witnessing this scene, the plan might fail.

The same applies to other links, which must be seamless and interconnected.

Even a tiny mistake in details may lead to failure.

Take the female prostitutes in the attic for example. If they speak out, many loopholes will appear, so it is necessary to kill everyone in the attic.

Even if every step has been completed smoothly according to plan, there is no guarantee that the Tianshan Sect will eventually split.

If Helian Quan had calmed down and not made such a big fuss about seeking revenge on Hu Feng in Luofeng Valley, or if Hu Feng had not fled back to Luofeng Valley but went to Bianxi City to find Chen Yunlong, things would not have come to this point.

It can be said that there is a certain element of luck involved. Of course, the most important thing is that Helian Quan, Chen Yunlong and Hu Feng were not on good terms, which is why these things happened.

Upon learning that Helian Quan led his men to attack Luofeng Valley, Song Xian was both happy and surprised.

Just a humble undercover agent, yet in Chen Zhongwen's hands he could actually play such a big role. What if someone used this trick on him one day?

There is an undercover agent planted by Chen Zhongwen in the Tianshan Sect, so how can we be sure that there are no other undercover agents in the Hunyuan Sect?

In recent years, Hunyuan Sect has been constantly recruiting people, and many independent cultivators have joined. In addition, there are also children with spiritual roots, who may have been deliberately planted by other forces.

Wasn’t Chen Zhongwen’s undercover assigned to the Tianshan Sect before he even achieved transcendence?
In the eyes of the Tianshan Sect, this person is a direct descendant trained by them, so how could they have imagined that he was someone else's undercover agent.

That's why Song Xian was having a secret discussion with Zhong Wenyuan just now. They were not only discussing the next steps, but also discussing how to strengthen the sect's review process to prevent people with ulterior motives from sneaking in.

"Things went so smoothly, we can only say that we were lucky, but this is only the first step. Although Helian Quan led his men to attack Luofeng Valley, which resulted in heavy casualties on both sides, the Tianshan Sect is still powerful, and it is still difficult to destroy it." Chen Zhongwen had a blank expression on his face, without any fluctuations.

"What should we do next? Please enlighten me, Fellow Daoist Chen."

Chen Zhongwen said calmly, "We have our limits. We can't control everything. Now it all depends on how Chen Yunlong fights back. Given Helian Quan's temperament, I suspect he'll go all out. Since he's already attacked Luofeng Valley, he'll likely take this opportunity to completely drive Chen Yunlong out of Tianshan."

"Master Song has two things to do now. First, suppress the other sects in Bianxia Town and persuade them not to take advantage of the internal strife within the Tianshan Sect to seize the resources of Luofeng Valley."

"At this point, a hasty attack will unite them, while leniency will divide them. Helian Quan and Chen Yunlong have reached this point, becoming enemies and a mutual attack is almost inevitable. But if we intervene, they might join forces."

"Secondly, Sect Leader Song needs to help the weaker party so that he can fight the stronger party to maintain balance. Once both sides have exhausted their forces, we can surprise them and take them down in one fell swoop."

Song Xian nodded. "Fellow Daoist Chen is right. But how should we help the weaker side of the Tianshan Sect? There seems to be no reason. If we intervene proactively, it will inevitably arouse suspicion. It would be best if they come to us."

Chen Zhongwen said, "Helian Quan's attack on Luofeng Valley has already broken ranks with Chen Yunlong. He will most likely try to dominate Tianshan next. Chen Yunlong will undoubtedly seek help from Senior Jiang Feng. Senior Jiang will definitely not intervene. Sect Leader Song can take this opportunity to contact Senior Jiang Feng's disciple, Fellow Daoist Xu Hao, and have him act as an intermediary to introduce your sect to Chen Yunlong."

"Your clan can offer appropriate conditions to confuse Chen Yunlong. For example, you can help him retake Tianshan in exchange for the resources and territory of Luofeng Valley. That way, Chen Yunlong won't be suspicious."

"Although Senior Jiang cannot provide your clan with human and financial support, you shouldn't refuse this easy thing!"

Song Xian clapped his hands and said, "Okay, that's a brilliant idea. I'll do as you say."

As soon as he finished speaking, footsteps were heard again outside, followed by a knock on the door. Zhang Ningyuan came in and brought the latest news: "Master, Helian Quan has returned to Tianshan with his men."

.........

The sky was gloomy and it looked like a rainstorm was about to happen.

In the dim room, Chen Yunlong paced back and forth, his mood as gloomy as the weather.

He never expected that just after coming to Bianxi City, war broke out in his own country, causing him to not dare to go back at all.

He had received news that Helian Quan led his men to attack Luofeng Valley. According to the people stationed in Luofeng Valley, Helian Quan was trying to seize power.

However, there were also reports from within Tianshan that Helian Quan had led his men to attack Luofeng Valley because he suspected Hu Feng of being responsible for the murder of Shaliwa. The various reports were murky and unclear, making it difficult to discern the truth. Furthermore, Hu Feng, the person involved, had disappeared without a trace, and no one knew where he had gone.

Under such circumstances, if he goes back rashly, he is likely to be killed.

Helian Quan had always been at odds with him, and was particularly dissatisfied with his position as the head of the Tianshan Sect.

No matter what the reason was for Helian Quan to attack Luofeng Valley, since the matter has become a foregone conclusion, his next step will inevitably be to overthrow himself and occupy Tianshan.

The heavy rain finally fell, and the crackling sound of the raindrops was as chaotic as his heart.

At this moment, the door was pushed open and Xu Hao walked in.

Chen Yunlong rushed forward as if he had seen a life-saving straw.

"Let's go! The master wants to see you."

The two of them came to the spacious and bright hall one after the other, and Jiang Feng was already there.

"Junior greets Senior Jiang." Chen Yunlong saluted respectfully.

"I heard that you have something urgent to tell me. What is it?" Jiang Feng said without raising his head, holding a file in his hand.

Because he had just taken office and Yang Jinzhang had not handed over the affairs to him, he did not know many situations in Bianxi City. He could only learn about them by checking the previous files. Therefore, after finishing his daily practice, he would spend half an hour to check those dusty files.

"Senior Jiang, I just received news that my sect has experienced internal strife. My second-in-command, Helian Quan, took advantage of my absence to attack my third-in-command. They are believed to have already occupied Tianshan. If I rashly return to Tianshan now, I will most likely be killed by them. I beg for your help."

Jiang Feng then looked up and glanced at him: "You are the leader of the Tianshan Sect, can't you even manage your own men?"

Chen Yunlong no longer cared about his dignity. "Helian Quan has always coveted the position of the headmaster. His subordinates are all Muhe Grassland monks, and they don't listen to the orders of the younger generation. When headmaster Wu Yaozu was in power, he could still keep them in check. Now that headmaster Wu is gone, their wolfish ambitions have been stirring for a long time."

"Helian Quan and his subordinates are all foreigners. If they were to occupy Tianshan, they would not be loyal to you and your clan. They might even defect to a certain faction in the Muhe Grassland."

Chen Yunlong knew the importance of Tianshan to the Beast Taming Sect. For both public and private reasons, Jiang Feng would never give up Tianshan.

When the news of Wu Yaozu's death came, the Tianshan Sect discussed within the internal discussion about who would inherit the position of the head leader. Helian Quan, the second-in-command, had a good chance because he was from the Muhe grassland. The Tianshan Sect was founded by the Beast Taming Sect and had always been dependent on it, so in the end Chen Yunlong took the position.

"Do you want our sect to send disciples to help you recapture Tianshan?"

"Even though Helian Quan is currently occupying the mountain gate, there are still many people inside who obey my orders. Senior, all you need to do is show up with your disciples. I will raise my arms and call on them, and the monks of our sect will surely defect. Helian Quan and his trusted men will have no choice but to surrender or flee."

"You go first!" Jiang Feng did not express his opinion, but just said it lightly.

"Fellow Daoist Chen, please come in!" Xu Hao came up from beside him.

Chen Yunlong had no choice but to leave first.

.........

The sun was shining brightly and the sky was cloudless. In the spacious and bright hall of Tianshan Mountain, Helian Quan sat in the main seat. Below, all the leaders of the Tianshan Sect sat upright, especially those leaders who were usually on good terms with Chen Yunlong, who were a little uneasy.

Faced with this sudden change, they didn't know how to respond for a moment. Although there were some leaders loyal to Chen Yunlong, they were leaderless at the moment and had no power to resist Helian Quan, so they could only obey him.

"The main reason I called everyone here today is to clarify why I led my troops to attack Luofeng Valley. Perhaps some people think that I am coveting the position of the head patriarch, so I took advantage of Fellow Daoist Chen Yunlong's absence to seize this position." Helian Quan said nothing politely and went straight to the point with a serious face.

"Yes, I usually disagree with Chen Yunlong, but there is no hatred between us. I, Helian Quan, am definitely not a villain who takes advantage of others' misfortune and stabs them in the back without considering the overall situation. The reason we attacked Luofeng Valley this time was because of that bastard Hu Feng."

"Everyone should have heard that when Shariva was heading to the market in Dongluo City, she was ambushed. Rahman and Sayid were killed. Their bodies have been brought back to the mountain gate. I'm sure you all saw it."

"Saliwa is now missing, and all of this was instigated by that beast Hu Feng. He led his men to attack Shariva, intending to kidnap her, lure me out, and then kill me."

"As a result, his subordinate Xiao Liang, fearing that the truth would be exposed and bring trouble upon himself, told me the truth."

"I wanted to confront Hu Feng and get to the bottom of this. But Hu Feng hid in Luofeng Valley, too afraid to come out. Instead, he activated a formation to prevent us from entering."

"That's why I led my men to attack Luofeng Valley. Unfortunately, that bastard Hu Feng escaped. I swear here that even if Hu Feng escapes to the ends of the earth, I will kill him."

"This is a letter sent by Xiao Liang. It tells the whole story. In my rage, I killed the person who sent me there, but there are still traces of paper left by Xiao Liang at the mountain gate. I have had them sorted out. After comparing them, there is no doubt that it must be Xiao Liang's handwriting."

After saying this, Helian Quan took out the letter and handed it to the leaders below for them to circulate.

"There's no doubt that Hu Feng was responsible for this. Otherwise, he wouldn't have hidden away in Luofeng Valley, setting up a massive formation to prevent anyone from entering or leaving. He clearly knew the plan was exposed, and so he tried to resist. As for why Hu Feng did this, it must have been under orders from Chen Yunlong."

"If not, why did he hide and not dare to return to the mountain gate to confront me?"

"Chen Yunlong ordered Hu Feng to ambush my wife and kill our own cultivators with the intention of harming me. What qualifications does he have to continue to serve as the head of our sect?"

"From now on, I declare that Chen Yunlong's position as the head of the family is abolished. Does anyone among you have any objections?"

Chen Yunlong's supporters did not dare to raise any doubts at this time and could only remain silent, while Helian Quan's close confidants echoed loudly.

"I know some of you have close ties with Chen Yunlong, and some were even promoted by him. From now on, as long as you are willing to draw a clear line between you and Chen Yunlong, I guarantee that you will not be treated unfairly. Your previous positions will remain the same, and your previous salaries and benefits will all be changed. However, if anyone still maintains ties with Chen Yunlong and secretly withdraws money from him, don't blame me for being ruthless."

Helian Quan looked stern as he looked at Chen Yunlong's former subordinates.

The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became a little strange. Helian Quan's supporters, including the originally neutral leaders, all looked at the leaders who had close relations with Chen Yunlong.

After a moment of silence, someone finally spoke up: "We will obey the orders of the Second Master."

As soon as this person said this, several others also expressed their support.

At this moment, a monk from the Muhe Grassland hurried in from outside the hall and bowed to Helian Quan: "Master, Shariva has been found."

Helian Quan stood up suddenly: "Where is she?"

"Saliwa's body was buried in a remote forest not far from the attic mentioned in Xiao Liang's letter."

"Hu Feng." Helian Quan's hair stood on end with rage, his eyes bloodshot, and he gnashed his teeth as he spoke word by word, "I swear I will cease to be a human being if I don't kill this man."

(End of this chapter)