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Faced with Lin Xiao's almost pleading eyes, Jiang Yu did not foolishly make a move.

He pondered to himself:

"If I were to face only the disciples of the six major sects, I would still have a fighting chance if I relied on my own abilities."

But if we're facing elders from the six major sects, things will be much more difficult.

Although Jiang Yu was confident that he could avoid trouble by relying on his identity as a disciple of the True Talisman Sect and a member of the Demon Suppression Division, it would be very difficult to stop them from seizing the spoils of war.

The only way now is to unite with Huang Shan, Zhao Teng, and others to deal with this together.

The cultivation world is a dog-eat-dog world. If you're not strong enough or you're unlucky enough to run into someone, no amount of cursing will help.

At this moment, Huang Shan, Zhao Teng, and others also arrived.

Fireheart, as the patriarch of the Firetail Rat clan, was filled with rage upon seeing the corpses of his clansmen being stolen.

"Humans, they are all brave warriors who sacrificed their lives for our race, and you cannot desecrate them!"

Guo Tong glanced at Huangshan and Huoxin, his face showing disdain, and said:

Where did I commit blasphemy?

I took their bodies back, dismantled them, and turned waste into treasure. You should be happy about that.

Guo Tong's words elicited laughter from the elders of the other two sects.

Zhao Teng stopped the enraged Huo Xin and stepped forward to persuade him:

"Elder Guo, please be mindful of your words. These two clan leaders played a crucial role in eliminating the Ghost Realm."

You should know how much damage a ghost realm would cause to Guo Bei County if it existed for a long time.

Guo Tong twitched his nose and squinted, saying:

"Elder Zhao, I think you need to be clear about your place. Don't forget that your Silver Serpent Sect's guardian beast is deeply corrupted by fire poison. If it weren't for our Blazing Fire Sect's help in suppressing it, you would have been expelled from the sect long ago."

The Silver Serpent Sect has been in decline in recent years. If it weren't for the sect's guardian beast, the Thunder Spirit Serpent, their power would not have been able to be maintained.

Zhao Teng's expression changed; Guo Tong's threat had hit a nerve.

Li Yao of Xuanzhen Temple glanced at Guan Xi's enormous breasts and waved his hand in disgust:

"Those sluts only know how to seduce men."

"What did you say?"

Guanxi glared angrily.

Li Yao said dismissively:

"Hehe, you slut, you slut, I told you so, what are you going to do about it?"

Tianlin Sect has long wanted to drive out Changhai Sect and take over Tianmen Town. If it weren't for our Xuanzhen Temple suppressing them, do you think you would still exist?

"You ignorant fools, if you anger me, your entire faction will be wiped out."

Guan Xi was so angry that her chest heaved, but she managed to hold it in.

Tianlinmen has indeed been putting pressure on Changhaimen for the past few years.

Jiang Yu frowned. The six major sects controlled most of the resources in Guo Bei County, and they had too many ways to make things difficult for the smaller sects below them.

Zhao Teng and Guan Xi's faces turned bright red. They felt aggrieved, but their weaknesses had been exploited, so they dared not speak out.

Huang Shan noticed their struggle and came to their rescue:

"We are grateful that you two are willing to stand up for us."

Their actions are a declaration of war against the entire monster clan surrounding Tianmen Mountain, and we will absolutely not let this go!

We'll handle this ourselves. You two should go back and rest.

Huang Shan's words moved the surrounding wandering cultivators.

As monsters, they are able to think of humans, while it is their own kind of humans who oppress them.

The group of independent cultivators were indignant. They glared angrily at the people from the six major sects.

Guo Tong didn't take it seriously and suddenly waved his hand at the ground.

boom!

A flame entered the tunnel, forcing out the Earth-Cracking Rock Rat that had been digging underground to take away its spoils.

Guo Tong sneered:

"Do you think I, the elder, can't see through your wicked scheme?"

Trying to delay? Dream on.

He looked up and said:

"Elder Zhao, Elder Li, let the disciples of our three sects divide these things among themselves."

They completely ignored the anger of others and proceeded to make the distribution on their own.

"You dare!"

Huang Shan's eyes widened, and a gust of sand swept out, while the weasel tribe behind him also prepared for battle.

"A trivial skill."

A square shield appeared in Guo Tong's hand. He made a hand seal, and a gate of flame appeared, swallowing up all the sand and dust.

Guo Tong sneered:

"These monsters have attacked humans without permission. They must be extremely wicked. Today, I will act on behalf of Heaven to punish them."

With that, he ordered his disciples to attack the monsters.

He looked at Zhao Dakai and Li Yao and said:

Do you two agree with what I've said?

He slipped a storage bag into each of their hands. The two men weighed the bags, their faces lighting up with satisfaction, and exclaimed:

Elder Guo is absolutely right.

For the sake of peace and tranquility in Guobei County, it is our inescapable duty to eliminate this threat.

With a wave of his hand, the disciples of the remaining two factions also drew their swords and faced the monsters.

"Shameless! Utterly shameless! You dare call yourselves righteous cultivators? You've completely disgraced the six major sects!"

The other party's blatant illicit exchange aroused the dissatisfaction of the group of independent cultivators, who all cursed and swore.

Guo Tong looked up and gave it a cold glance:

"Anyone who dares to help a monster will be killed without mercy!"

The pressure from the Foundation Establishment stage swept across the area, leaving the rogue cultivators dizzy and speechless.

Guo Tong sneered inwardly; dealing with these people required swift and decisive action.

"Elder Guo, you're quite the show-off. I'd also like to ask you, is Guobei County still under the control of the Great Li?"

Wu Yun led the officers of the Demon Suppression Division over and strode over, questioning Guo Tong.

After glancing at Wu Yun's black official robes, Guo Tong's expression softened considerably, and he said:

"Our Blazing Fire Sect has always followed the instructions of the imperial court. Now that demons and ghosts are rampant in the dynasty, the state government has issued an order to exorcise demons, ordering sects in various places to act according to the situation and exorcise demons."

Why is Wu Xiaoqi standing on the side of these monsters?

You should understand your place.

Wu Yun coldly said:

"Don't try to intimidate me with this. As a junior officer in the Demon Suppression Division, I know better than you do."

The state government's order clearly stated that the monsters to be killed were those that harmed innocent civilians.

Wu Yun pointed to the Fire-tailed Rat clan and the Weasel clan:

"Look at them again, they are our comrades who fought alongside us yesterday."

We suffered heavy losses trying to kill the Painted Skin Demon, and now you're taking advantage of the chaos? Are you even human?

Guo Tong sneered:

Whether I am a human being or not is not for you to decide.

My Guo family is a prominent family in Guobei County. My grandfather was a high-ranking official in Songbai County. Your status can't fool me."

Besides their extensive influence within the Blazing Fire Sect, the Guo family also wields considerable power throughout Yanzhou.

If Wu Yun were a high-ranking official, he would still have some consideration for his reputation.

But he was just a minor officer, and he had plenty of ways to get away with it.

Zhao Dakai and Li Yao exchanged a glance.

He comforted Wu Yun, saying:

"Wu Xiaoqi, rest assured, the brothers will receive their due spoils of war."

Nothing will be missing.

They looked at Zhao Teng and Guan Xi, saying, "We were just saying that casually. As fellow righteous cultivators, we would never do something like kicking someone when they're down."

Guo Tong was dissatisfied. He thought, "I'm the one charging ahead, and you guys are the good guys."

However, he did not lash out; he knew that by dividing these people, they could benefit more.

So he also said to Zhao Tengguanxi:

"I admit that what I said just now was a bit harsh."

The Blazing Fire Sect and the Silver Serpent Sect have been on good terms for generations; it's not worth ruining that relationship for these people.

The two who broke through the ghost realm deserved it.

We will absolutely not touch a single bit.

Good trick!

First give a stick, then give a sweet date.

Jiang Yu squinted and said:

"With these three working together to divide and win over Zhao Teng and Guan Xi, it's no longer feasible for them to have any major conflicts."

"It was originally our property, but they just asked for a large share and got it all."

Huo Xin and Huang Shan, who were standing nearby, could no longer tolerate their shameless words and angrily said:

"I never imagined there were such cunning people as you in the world. Aren't you afraid of divine retribution for your actions?"

After the alliance of cultivators was divided, Huangshan and Huoxin alone could no longer stir up much trouble.

Guo Tong descended into unprecedented arrogance, laughing loudly:

"Haha, Heaven's Way, if you're so capable, let him come!"

I'm standing right here!

A glint flashed in Jiang Yu's eyes, and he stepped forward, saying:

"Elder Guo, I advise you to be careful with your words. Heaven is watching what people do."

There might be Shintoists nearby, and if he hears what you said, he definitely won't let it go.

"What are you?"

Guo Tong gave Jiang Yu a cold look and cursed:

"Bullshit about the divine path! It's the world of cultivators now. Those guys have long since disappeared into some hidden corner."

As an elder of the six major sects, he also knew some secrets.

Tens of thousands of years ago, the divine path suppressed cultivators, but with the great changes in the world,

The so-called mountain and wilderness gods are now like rootless duckweed, their power greatly diminished, and they can no longer stir up much trouble.

"Hehe, they've taken the bait!"

A triumphant look appeared in Jiang Yu's eyes as he shouted to the side:

"Senior Lai, you heard it all. Someone is cursing you. I couldn't stand it."

Guo Tong frowned and said:

"What are you yelling about, kid?"

Whoosh!

Lu Qi's figure suddenly appeared before everyone's eyes.

Guo Tong and his two companions stared at the bald beggar in tattered clothes, their pupils shrinking in shock. They had no idea how this person had appeared behind them.

This person's cultivation level is completely above theirs, they thought to themselves:

"Could this be the Golden Core cultivator who just fought that tree demon?"

They witnessed their power firsthand.

The lingering effects of their battle are still visible today.

Lu Qi glanced at Jiang Yu and said:

"Don't think I don't know what you're up to."

Jiang Yu rubbed his nose and gave a simple, honest smile:

"But they were telling the truth."

Guo Tong shrank back, realizing he had been tricked by Jiang Yu, and quickly said:

"I was cursing the Shinto people, not this senior."

How can those cowards compare to their seniors?

Jiang Yu chuckled, gloating:

"Those who do evil will not live long."

The bald-headed beggar turned back to look at Guo Tong with a sly smile, a golden light flashing in his hand:

"Look what this is!"

Guo Tong's expression changed drastically: "This is divine power! You are...!"

He hadn't finished speaking.

A golden light enveloped Guo Tong, and his legs buckled, causing him to kneel on the ground.

It felt as if a mountain was pressing down on him, tightening continuously.

Guo Tong was out of breath and begged for mercy:

"Please spare me, senior!"

"I, a mere wild god, cannot bear such responsibility."

Lu Qi picked at his ear with his little finger and said in a sarcastic tone.

Upon seeing this, Zhao Dakai and Li Yao immediately knelt on the ground:

"Senior, we didn't say anything bad about you. It's just that Guo Tong is blind. We're not on the same side as him."

The two immediately cut ties with him, and Guo Tong kicked wildly with his feet.

He cursed the two men in his heart for their betrayal and ruthlessness.

Lu Qi blew on his fingers, glancing at the injured cultivator and demon out of the corner of his eye, and said:

"I, Beggar Lord, witnessed their entire battle; you didn't lift a finger."

"You just want to steal the fruits of victory; do you know that's the kind of person I hate the most?"

Lu Qi's divine power surged, and two golden rays wrapped around Zhao Dakai and Li Yao, causing them to kneel down like Guo Tong.

They said weakly:

"Senior, please give me a chance."

At this moment, Jiang Yu's eyes darted around and he said:

"Senior, why don't I help you punish them?"

"What mischief are you up to now, kid?"

Lu Qi glanced at it and nodded:

"In that case, I'll leave it entirely to you to handle."

The gravity on Guo Tong and the other two disappeared, and they gasped for breath as they struggled to their feet.

Although they were no longer oppressed by gravity, their spiritual power was restricted.

Jiang Yu stuck out his tongue, stared at them with gleaming eyes, and the three of them felt a chill run down their spines.

That look in his eyes is like he's looking at prey.

Guo Tong had completely lost his previous arrogance; a smile more like a grimace appeared on his face as he pleaded:

"Young man, we are all from the six major sects, and we are all righteous cultivators. Please show mercy."

"Haha," Jiang Yu laughed:

"You remembered it then, but it was too late."

He arched his chin and said:

"Ask them if they'll let you go."

"Damn it, those sons of bitches, we have to give them a good beating!" The cultivators behind him roared indignantly.

Seeing this, Guo Yu quietly slipped away from the side.

The armor-piercing spiker and the king of spikes reacted quickly, pulling him back and slapping him hard across the face several times:

"You still want to run?"

"Don't use violence." Jiang Yu stopped the two demons and instead helped Guo Yu up himself.

"Although he acts rashly and lacks manners, he is still kind at heart. With proper guidance, he can turn over a new leaf."

"Really?" Guo Yu was full of questions.

Jiang Yu's smile froze, and he turned around, deflecting the force with his hand.

The armor-piercing spike and the spiked ball king understood immediately and continued to swing their hands and slap him hard.

Guo Yu quickly begged for mercy:

"Brother, you're absolutely right. Sigh, I was blinded by greed. Our Guo family motto is..."

"Very good!" Jiang Yu nodded emphatically, grasped his hand, and said:

"Thank you for donating five thousand spirit stones to the injured cultivators in the Ghost Realm. I thank you on their behalf."

"When did I say I was donating?" Guo Yu was taken aback.

Then his storage bag ended up in Jiang Yu's hands.

Guo Tong's eyes widened, and he collapsed to the ground.

Jiang Yu looked at Guo Tong with shining eyes:

"Your nephew has already expressed this sentiment; shouldn't you, as his uncle, set a better example?"

Guo Tong closed his eyes, pretending not to understand.

Jiang Yu clapped his hands and said:

"Great! Elder Guo means we can take whatever we want."

He waved to the crowd and said:

"What are you all standing there for?"

Immediately, Laoshan, Luo Qingshan, and Lü Cheng stepped forward and stripped Guo Tong naked, almost even pulling down his underwear.

In the end, Jiang Yu took pity on him and preserved his dignity.

Guo Tong was on the verge of tears. As a Foundation Establishment cultivator, he had been so humiliated that he felt like dying.

He then looked at Zhao Dakai and Li Yao. Seeing Guo Tong's miserable state, their faces were even more ashen than if they were crying. They quickly said:

"No need for you all, we'll do it ourselves."

The two then each took out 10,000 spirit stones from their storage bags and handed them to Jiang Yu.

This was most of their wealth, and they deeply regretted not getting involved in this mess.