Summoning the Gods: Start by creating the Eternal Night.

Qian Yuan's gaze fell on Yan Guiren, and he asked in a deep voice, "I don't know about the Eternal Night Heaven..."

Yan Guiren spoke slowly, his expression calm:

"The Blood Demon Ancestor and my Eternal Night Heaven have a long-standing feud. My Eternal Night Heaven will participate in this trip to the Nine Nether Abyss."

Upon hearing this, Qian Yuan was overjoyed and said loudly, "With your words, I am relieved!"

He had witnessed Yan Guiren's strength firsthand, and the Eternal Night Heaven was incredibly mysterious. With them joining forces with the Star Pavilion...

The combined forces' combat strength will undoubtedly increase significantly, and their chances of dealing with the Nine Nether Demon Sect will also be much greater.

Qian Yuan surveyed the entire hall and announced in a loud voice, "In that case, today's conference shall conclude here."

"Everyone, go back and prepare. We will meet in Pingyang City, Cangzhou, three days from now!"

However, just as everyone was about to leave, Master Mingkong glanced to the side and gave a subtle wink.

Immediately, a cultivator stepped forward and called out loudly, "Prince Yuan, please wait! I have a question and would appreciate your clarification."

Qian Yuan frowned slightly: "Please speak."

The cultivator said loudly, "On our way to this meeting, many of our fellow cultivators were killed by the people sent by the Nine Nether Demon Sect."

"The prince promised us an explanation after the conference, but what exactly is that explanation?"

"Yes! Our Sand Sculpture Sect leader has been murdered! We beg the Great Qian to seek justice for us!"

"Our Lazy Fish Sect has also had disciples killed; this matter cannot be left unresolved!"

"And Haha Party! They demand an explanation!"

....

Immediately, many forces echoed this sentiment, and voices of condemnation rose and fell.

The Great Qian Dynasty was instantly thrust into the spotlight, and the situation began to spiral out of control.

Master Mingkong looked at the scene before him and a strange, almost imperceptible smile appeared on his lips.

This was precisely his prepared backup plan; if he failed to seize the position of alliance leader, he would use this as an excuse to launch an attack.

Even if it can't shake the status of the Great Qian Dynasty, it's still good to disgust the other party and vent some of the pent-up anger.

Seeing this, Leng Wuyai was overjoyed and secretly gave a wink to the forces supporting the Xuanming Sect.

Immediately, more people joined the demand for an explanation, and the outcry grew louder and louder.

"This Wanfo Temple has certainly played its cards right."

Yuan Tiangang watched this scene with great interest, his gaze sweeping over the forces that had launched the first attack—all of whom had previously supported Wanfo Temple.

"They use the guise of eliminating demons and protecting the righteous path, but secretly resort to such methods. They are extremely hypocritical."

Yan Guiren, standing beside him, shook his head and said in a low voice, "All monks are the same; they use the guise of compassion to get involved in all sorts of power struggles and profiteering."

"No matter where you are, you can find many 'high monks' who act like this."

Qian Yuan looked at the indignant crowd and felt a headache coming on.

He knew that if he didn't give a reasonable explanation today, the prestige he had just built up through victory would vanish completely.

Qian Yuan suddenly unleashed the pressure of a peak Celestial Realm expert, his voice booming like a bell:

"Quiet down!"

The powerful pressure, like an invisible hand, instantly suppressed the noisy discussions.

Those cultivators with lower cultivation levels turned pale and involuntarily shut their mouths.

"It is indeed due to the inadequate defenses of our Great Qian Dynasty that you have all suffered losses, and I cannot shirk my responsibility."

Qian Yuan first took the initiative to take responsibility, easing everyone's emotions, then changed his tone, his voice becoming resolute.

"But three days later, my Great Qian will personally lead the allied forces to the vanguard, straight into the abyss of the Nine Netherworlds!"

"We will surely kill many demonic cultivators, and use their blood to comfort the souls of the fallen heroes!"

"This is the explanation that our Great Qian has given to everyone!"

Those forces that launched the attack were already afraid of the Great Qian's strength, and now, seeing Qian Yuan's firm stance,

They immediately fell silent, trembling with fear, and dared not utter another word, bowing respectfully in response:

"We believe in Prince Yuan!"

"I am willing to join the Great Qian Dynasty in defeating the evil thieves!"

....

The turmoil has finally subsided for the time being.

"What a bunch of clowns! This so-called Demon-Slaying Alliance is nothing but a joke."

"Let's go back!"

Yuan Tiangang and Yan Guiren had lost interest in the farce.

The two figures flashed and disappeared at the edge of the stage.

Zhuge Xiu of the Qingyun Sect watched the two figures leave, a struggle flashing in his eyes.

Before setting off, Sect Master Xuanxiaozi specifically instructed him to thoroughly investigate the background of Yongyetian.

But when he thought of the strength that Yongye Tian had displayed, he felt a chill in his heart.

With my current level of cultivation, let alone investigate, I'm afraid I'll be detected as soon as I get close, and then my life will be in danger.

"That's enough, that's enough."

"With my limited skills, I'd just be a doormat if I went there."

Zhuge Xiu smiled bitterly to himself.

"Your Highness, this old Taoist takes his leave." Master Ziyang of the Xuanqing Taoist sect rose and departed with his disciples.

"We'll take our leave too." Xing Xuanfeng of the Star Pavilion had no intention of staying any longer and turned to descend the mountain with his entourage.

Leng Wuyai walked up to Zhuge Xiu and sneered:

"Ha! You escaped pig, next time we meet, I'll teach you a lesson!"

Having said that, he led the Xuanming Sect disciples away.

Zhuge Xiu's face turned ashen, but he dared not retort. He could only grit his teeth and lead the Qingyun Sect disciples away in haste.

As the major powers departed one after another, the remaining martial arts practitioners felt there was no more excitement to watch and began to descend the mountain in groups.

As Qian Yuan watched the departing figures of the crowd, he was filled with mixed emotions.

This battle for supremacy has finally come to an end, with the Great Qian Dynasty emerging as the ultimate winner.

The chief priest stepped forward and whispered, "Your Highness, is it perhaps... that the Fine Rain Pavilion is being so disrespectful?"

Qian Yuan waved his hand: "No need. Although Xi Yu Lou is strong, it can't cause any big trouble. It doesn't matter whether they're here or not!"

"The most urgent task is to integrate the forces of all parties and prepare for an attack on the Nine Nether Abyss."

"Let's pack up and go back to report."

"Yes, Your Highness."

The people from Jiulin Mountain gradually dispersed, but news of the Demon-Slaying Assembly spread like wildfire throughout the entire Eastern Region.

"Have you heard? The Demon-Slaying Conference is over, and the Great Qian has become the alliance leader!"

"Of course I've heard. In three days, all the major forces will gather in Pingyang City, Cangzhou, to march into the Nine Nether Abyss and attack the Nine Nether Demon Sect!"

"This is going to be interesting. I wonder if we can finally wipe out the Nine Nether Demon Sect this time..."

Every corner of the Eastern Region was abuzz with talk of the impending great battle.

Cangzhou, the Nine Netherworld Demon Sect.

Within the demonic palace, where demonic energy surged, the Blood Demon Ancestor sat enthroned on his throne:

"Tian Chou, shouldn't the gathering at Jiulin Mountain be over? What forces have those so-called righteous sects gathered to die?"

Mo Tianchou bowed and stepped forward, his tone respectful yet unable to conceal his solemnity:

"Reporting to Master, the top forces that intend to attack our sect this time include the Great Qian Dynasty, Wanfo Temple, Xuanming Sect, Qingyun Sect, Xuanqing Taoism..."

"In addition, there are two mysterious forces, the Star Pavilion and the Eternal Night Heaven."

"Star Pavilion? Eternal Night?"

The Blood Demon Ancestor raised an eyebrow; he had never heard of these two names before. "They do seem somewhat unfamiliar."

Mo Tianchou quickly explained, "The Star Pavilion is the mastermind behind the Eastern Region Black Market. It has been in seclusion for many years and this is the first time it has made a public appearance."

"And the Eternal Night Heaven is the mysterious force that previously slaughtered Elder Blood Fiend and his group in Qingzhou!"

"This disciple has also discovered that the two Celestial Realm experts who fought against Martial Uncle some time ago are very likely from Eternal Night Heaven!"

"Oh? So their name is Yongyetian?"

Xue Wutian stood to the side, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

"Those two were quite strong back then, especially that armored kid who used a halberd, who made me quite wary."

"I never expected it to come from a force I've never heard of before."

He turned to look at the Blood Demon Ancestor: "Brother, you've lived longer than me, have you ever heard of this Eternal Night Heaven?"

The Blood Demon Ancestor pondered for a moment, then slowly shook his head: "Never heard of it."

"But to be able to cultivate a Celestial Realm expert and dare to be an enemy of my Nine Nether Demon Sect, they are no ordinary forces."

"There are many ancient, reclusive forces in the Eastern Region. Perhaps it is an ancient, hidden sect that has reappeared in the world now that the shackles of the Heavenly Dao are about to loosen."

"But it doesn't matter. Who cares about the Star Pavilion or the Eternal Night Heaven? Coming here is just suicide."

Xue Wutian wholeheartedly agreed and sneered, "Heh! Big brother is right! The Great Qian has gathered so many forces, it's as if they're afraid of us."

"It's a pity that these so-called righteous sects are always outwardly friendly but inwardly hostile. The Demon-Slaying Alliance is nothing but a loose facade."

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