Sect Master’s Immortal Journey

In order to prevent interference from external forces, especially from the Azure Origin Sect, Elder Beast Fury took a decisive approach and forcefully facilitated the merger of the two sects. As the only Primordial Spirit True Monarchs of the two sects, no one could resist him directly.

Many cultivators in the New Beast King Mountain, particularly those with some intelligence, should be aware that the sect needs a Primordial Spirit True Monarch to preside over it after the deaths of the two Primordial Spirit True Monarchs of the sect. Without a Primordial Spirit True Monarch, it would be challenging for New Beast King Mountain to maintain its previous status and influence within the Jiuqu League.

Elder Beast Fury and Meng Zhang did not publicly announce the deaths of the two Primordial Spirit True Monarchs of New Beast King Mountain. However, when the lamps dedicated to them in the sect were extinguished, it was evident what had happened.

After Elder Beast Fury returned, he pretended to be clueless about the deaths of the two Primordial Spirit True Monarchs, and with his status and strength, no one could confront him directly.

Upon learning that the lamps of the two Primordial Spirit True Monarchs had been extinguished, Elder Beast Fury feigned a mix of shock and anger, showcasing impressive acting skills for someone of his age.

Meng Zhang, after covertly assisting Elder Beast Fury in the merger of New Beast King Mountain, returned to the Taiyi Sect. During this time, Elder Beast Fury managed to complete the merger of the two sects without interference from external forces, indicating that the Jade Sword Sect likely played a role in the background.

At that time, Meng Zhang killed the Lu Family cultivators who were aware of the situation and temporarily kept the information hidden, gaining precious time for the merger.

Due to the connection with the extinguished lamps, news of the deaths of True Monarch Li Ruiming and True Monarch Qiu Wanli of Azure Origin Sect leaked. However, Elder Beast Fury had already taken advantage of the situation.

In reality, Elder Beast Fury and Meng Zhang's greatest adversary, True Monarch Azure Mist of Azure Origin Sect, also faced difficulties. Given his identity, it was not appropriate for him to get involved in plotting against Meng Zhang.

After agreeing to True Monarch Li Ruiming's request, he chose to remain uninvolved in the matter. By the time he received news of their deaths, a considerable amount of time had passed, making it difficult for him to react appropriately.

The merger of New Beast King Mountain and Old Beast King Mountain was an internal affair of their sects, and even a dominant sect like Azure Origin Sect had to maintain a certain level of decorum and show respect on the surface, at least to other sects. Facing Meng Zhang, he was even more at a disadvantage.

Even without any evidence, one could guess that the deaths of True Monarch Li Ruiming and True Monarch Qiu Wanli were related to Meng Zhang. Meng Zhang's ability to escape a deadly situation and turn the tables on his opponents proved that he was no ordinary Primordial Spirit True Monarch, which warranted a higher assessment of him.

Until further intelligence was gathered, True Monarch Azure Mist wouldn't rashly make a move against Meng Zhang. Shortly after Meng Zhang returned to the Taiyi Sect, Elder Beast Fury began to gain initial control over the merged sect.

At this point, there naturally was no distinction between New Beast King Mountain and Old Beast King Mountain; there was only one Beast King Mountain. Elder Beast Fury used the mysterious deaths of True Monarch Li Ruiming and True Monarch Qiu Wanli as a pretext to request the sect to consolidate its strength to deal with the emerging changes.

Within the Demon Wind Gobi, Elder Beast Fury ordered the disciples of Beast King Mountain to withdraw from the territories previously occupied by the Taiyi Sect. Despite internal opposition that still existed within the cleansed Beast King Mountain, no one dared to openly oppose Elder Beast Fury.

Elder Beast Fury fulfilled his promise, proving himself to be a reliable ally. Taiyi Sect's disciples took the opportunity to recapture all the lost territory. For Elder Beast Fury, things finally stabilized, and the sect's vitality began to recover gradually.

As for the other two sects in the Three Sects Alliance, they did not have the same fortune as Beast King Mountain. Jiuqu League sheltered them, intending to make use of them and fully exploit their value. The remnants of Grey Mountain School, after escaping into Jiuqu League, were soon settled on the Yuantu Great Prairie.

The intentions of the higher-ups in Jiuqu League were simple: since they accommodated the remnants of the three sects, they naturally expected contributions from them. Currently, they hadn't engaged in war with the Dali Dynasty, but they could make them confront the extraterritorial Barbarian Clan on the Yuantu Great Prairie, bearing the casualties that should have been borne by Jiuqu League cultivators.

Initially, to merge with Old Beast King Mountain, True Monarch Li Ruiming and True Monarch Qiu Wanli had spent considerable effort to keep the cultivators of Old Beast King Mountain near their own sect. The higher-ups of Azure Origin Sect had accepted their offer, tacitly approving their actions.

Unfortunately, despite their clever schemes, everything they did ended up benefiting someone else. Old Beast King Mountain took over the nest, turned the tables, and merged with New Beast King Mountain. The higher-ups of Azure Origin Sect were not fools; they couldn't be kept in the dark forever about Meng Zhang and Elder Beast Fury's actions.

During a meeting of the Jiuqu League high-ranking cultivators, some opposed the merger of New Beast King Mountain's family sect but were firmly dismissed by a cultivator belonging to Jade Sword Sect.

Azure Origin Sect's influence was greater, and their information network was more extensive than Jade Sword Sect's. Jade Sword Sect's actions in recent years hadn't escaped Azure Origin Sect's notice.

Now, it was evident that Taiyi Sect and Beast King Mountain had both aligned themselves with Jade Sword Sect. The once harmonious Jiuqu League had silently divided into two camps.

Jade Sword Sect believed that Azure Origin Sect was a troublesome ally and couldn't be relied upon. If they had enough power, Jade Sword Sect would have wanted to expel Azure Origin Sect from Jiuqu League.

As they couldn't achieve that, Jade Sword Sect considered leaving Jiuqu League and establishing themselves elsewhere. If Azure Origin Sect was wise enough to peacefully part ways, then it would be acceptable. But if they refused to accept this, it might lead to a bloody conflict.

Although Meng Zhang was forced to join Jade Sword Sect's camp due to circumstances, he wasn't entirely optimistic about Jade Sword Sect's actions. With Dali Dynasty eyeing Jiuqu League, the internal strife in Jiuqu League would only provide the enemy with an opportunity.

Even if Jade Sword Sect managed to defeat Azure Origin Sect and successfully leave Jiuqu League, they would suffer severe damage and find it challenging to confront Dali Dynasty afterward.

Jade Sword Sect's camp had taken shape, and since Taiyi Sect had already chosen its side, it couldn't easily change its position. Willingly or unwillingly, Taiyi Sect had to follow Jade Sword Sect to the end.

At least, compared to Azure Origin Sect, a Sword Cultivator sect like Jade Sword Sect was more trustworthy. Meng Zhang couldn't help but sigh at times, feeling that one had no choice but to get involved in conflicts while in the Cultivation World. Why couldn't there be a peaceful land without disputes?

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