How can simply creating a sect make you invincible?

"Sect Master, these imperial clans have always been arrogant and aloof. Now that our sect's strength far surpasses theirs, they must be panicking. It's to be expected that they will join forces to deal with us," Hua Ruoxi analyzed with a smile.

"I don't take them seriously at all. I just hope they don't do something stupid."

Hearing the sect leader's words, Hua Ruoxi smiled. Outsiders might not know the true strength of the Myriad Laws Sect, but Hua Ruoxi knew perfectly well—the Myriad Laws Sect now had over thirty Great Emperors; it could be said that whoever came would die.

Zhongzhou...the ancestral land of the Murong family.

This place is situated at the confluence of the nine celestial veins, shrouded in mist and adorned with auspicious wisps. Ancient palaces stand majestically, their upturned eaves engraved with ancient imperial patterns, and the ground is paved with millennia-old black jade. The rich spiritual energy and swirling mists everywhere exude the majesty and solemnity of the imperial clan, creating an awe-inspiring atmosphere.

The Xuan Emperor Hall, the core meeting place of the Murong family, is the highest-ranking council hall in the clan. Nine jade pillars with lifelike dragon patterns stand inside. The head of the hall sits Murong Bo, the patriarch of the Murong clan.

Before long, four figures arrived at the ancestral land of the Murong family, each exuding boundless power. Upon seeing this, the stewards and guards stationed by the Murong family bowed respectfully, not daring to show the slightest negligence.

The first to step into the Xuan Emperor's Palace was a powerful figure from the Xuanyuan Imperial Clan. This person had a dignified face, and his eyes seemed to contain the myriad phenomena of the stars. He exuded the noble aura of an ancient imperial clan. He was none other than Xuanyuan Lie, the current Grand Elder of the Xuanyuan Clan.

Following closely behind were members of the Huangfu family. He wore a dark gold brocade robe, possessed a cold and aloof demeanor, and concealed his murderous aura; he was Huangfu Kun, one of the leaders of the Huangfu family. His cultivation was unfathomable, his eyes were sharp as blades, and he exuded an arrogance that looked down upon the world.

Next came two extraordinary figures, exuding an aura of immortality. The one in the lead was Xuan Qing, the Grand Elder of the Yao Guang Holy Land. He possessed an ethereal and otherworldly air, with divine light in his eyes and starlight swirling around him.

The other person came from the Taiqing Holy Land—one of the most profound ancient Daoist temples in the cultivation world. The people of the Taiqing Holy Land wore plain white Daoist robes, with a calm demeanor, yet they exuded supreme majesty. This time, the one who came was the Supreme Elder of Taiqing.

At the head of the table, Murong Bo, the head of the Murong family, slowly rose, cupped his hands in greeting, and said with a smile, "The presence of all of you today is an honor to our Murong family."

"Haha, Patriarch Murong, you're too kind..." the group replied with laughter.

"Alright! I won't beat around the bush. Brother Xuanyuan, Brother Huangfu, and the two elders of the Holy Lands, Yaoguang and Taiqing, the reason I invited you all here today is not for personal matters, but for the Wanfa Sect, which has recently emerged and stirred up the world's格局 (geju, a concept encompassing overall situation, overall structure, and overall dynamics). I wonder what your opinions are on the Wanfa Sect?"

As soon as the words were spoken, the atmosphere in the hall instantly became tense, and the expressions of the four people also darkened. When the Myriad Laws Sect was mentioned, a hint of apprehension flashed in the eyes of the four powerful figures, mixed with an undisguised greed and killing intent.

Xuan Yuanlie spoke first, his voice cold, filled with dissatisfaction and apprehension: "Brother Murong, this Myriad Laws Sect is merely a newly risen sect that has suddenly emerged recently, and is not worth mentioning. But inexplicably, the sect's rise has been astonishing, producing ten Great Emperors in a short period of time, and quasi-Emperor level experts with profound cultivation are emerging one after another, which is truly perplexing. Alas!"

Upon hearing this, Huangfu Kun let out a heavy, cold snort, his aura of killing intent surging. His tone was fierce: "This Myriad Laws Sect is far too arrogant, looking down on everyone and completely disregarding us, the old imperial families and holy lands of Central Continent! If this continues, what will become of our dignity? The power structure of Central Continent will inevitably be completely disrupted by them. My Huangfu family will absolutely not allow such a force to continue to grow!"

Upon hearing Huangfu Kun's words, Murong Bo's lips curled up slightly. The alliance was now secure on the Huangfu family's side.

Xuan Qing, the Grand Elder of the Yao Guang Holy Land, lightly touched his sleeve, his eyes indifferent, but his words were piercing: "When the Wanfa Sect destroyed the Xiao family and Wanfo Temple, those quasi-emperors used a wide variety of techniques and countless methods. Their sect leader was even more secretive and unpredictable, and no one knows his true strength to this day. If we give them more time to develop, they will surely erode our power and swallow up the foundations of the Holy Land and the Imperial Clan. At that time, we will all be subject to their control, and there will be no way to check and balance them."

The Supreme Elder of Taiqing slowly opened his eyes, his gaze deep, and echoed in a deep voice: "Elder Yaoguang is absolutely right. This sect's rise was too sudden, and its ambition is enormous, intending to overthrow the existing power order. If we fight individually, we will surely be defeated one by one. Only by joining forces can we eliminate future troubles forever."

For a moment, everyone in the hall was talking at once, discussing how to deal with the Myriad Laws Sect, while only Xuan Yuanlie remained deep in thought.

"Brother Xuanyuan, what is your Xuanyuan family's opinion on this matter?" Murong Bo asked.

"Brother Murong, if several of our Emperor-level forces were to form an alliance, how confident would you be?"

Without hesitation, Murong Bo blurted out, "Eighty percent. Each of your families has two Great Emperors, plus three from my Murong family, making eleven Great Emperors on our side. Moreover, we have more Quasi-Emperors than the Myriad Laws Sect, so defeating the Myriad Laws Sect shouldn't be difficult."

"Gentlemen, why don't you think about this? Why does the Myriad Laws Sect have so many Great Emperors? Is it really just because of talent? Don't any of us here have talent? Why is it that only the Myriad Laws Sect has produced so many Great Emperors? I suspect that the Myriad Laws Sect must have a method to become an Emperor. Don't you all want to obtain it?" Murong Bo then threw out this irresistible temptation, looking at the group with a smile.

Upon hearing Murong Bo's words, greed and murderous intent instantly ignited in the eyes of the group.

"Brother Murong, are you sure the Myriad Laws Sect has a method to become an emperor?" Huangfu Kun pressed.

"Brother Huangfu, under normal circumstances, how could so many Great Emperors appear? We all know how difficult it is to become a Great Emperor. Even if the Myriad Laws Sect doesn't have a method to become an Emperor, they must possess other heaven-defying treasures that can create Great Emperors."

Several powerful figures nodded in agreement. They had dominated the Xuanhuang Continent for many years and knew all too well how difficult it was to become a Great Emperor, yet the Great Emperors of the Myriad Laws Sect appeared in droves, as if they were being mass-produced.

"Patriarch Murong is right. The Myriad Laws Sect must possess some extraordinary treasures. If we delay any longer, things may get complicated," said the Supreme Elder of Taiqing.

"Brother Murong, how should we cooperate? Also, to be on the safe side, should we try to recruit two more forces?" Xuan Yuanlie asked.

"Brother Xuanyuan, Qinglan Academy and Guiyuan Sword Pavilion have always been aloof from worldly affairs, making it extremely difficult to get them involved. As for Tianbao Pavilion, it's even more impossible—they have close ties with Wanfa Sect. If Tianbao Pavilion joins the alliance, I'm truly worried that they'll form an alliance today and then turn around and inform Wanfa Sect tomorrow."

"And then there's Tianji Tower. I sent someone to sound them out a few days ago, and their reaction suggests they're not very keen on getting involved."

"Inviting the Academy and the Sword Pavilion is indeed difficult. As Patriarch Murong said, they have never interfered much in external affairs," said the Supreme Elder of Taiqing.

"How about we join forces and wipe out Tianbao Pavilion first?" Huangfu Kun suggested.

The group looked at Huangfu Kun as if he were an idiot.

"Brother Huangfu, you mustn't. Destroying the Heavenly Treasure Pavilion now is pointless. Once their two emperors return and learn that we've destroyed the Heavenly Treasure Pavilion, they will surely join the Myriad Laws Sect, which will only make things worse for us."

"Indeed, as Brother Murong said, if we really do that, it would be tantamount to pushing the two Great Emperors of Tianbao Pavilion directly to the side of Wanfa Sect," Xuanqing said.

"Alright then, I didn't think it through." Huangfu Kun smiled awkwardly.

"Let's not provoke the Myriad Laws Sect for now. We'll discuss all the details after our Great Emperor returns from his mission abroad."

"Alright, then let's do as Brother Murong says."

Seeing that everyone had reached a consensus, a cold glint flashed in Murong Bo's eyes, and his quasi-emperor aura emanated from him. He slowly stood up, his voice firm and powerful, making his final decision: "Gentlemen, since we share the same goal, let us today establish an alliance within my Murong family!"

"Our Murong Imperial Clan is willing to form an alliance with the Xuanyuan Imperial Clan, the Huangfu Imperial Clan, the Yaoguang Holy Land, and the Taiqing Holy Land—these five imperial-level forces—to destroy the Wanfa Sect, unleashing our full potential and launching a joint attack!"