Chapter 43, Qiu Wei and another person are bound to have a conflict.
On this day, Mount Wutai finally fell completely.
Some sects submitted to the lecherous might of the Mortal Life Path, joining it either by force or through brainwashing, becoming fuel for the blazing fires of the Demon Cult sects.
Others perished in valiant resistance, their bodies destroyed by spells into dust, the legacy of their elders' teachings tarnished and trampled mercilessly in the mud.
Yet another portion of sects managed to escape with their dignity and lives intact by humbly compromising and groveling; leaving behind the homes their ancestors had fought for, they wandered in all directions—also spreading the terrifying news far and wide.
The Mortal Life Path, once one of the three demons directly under the Intercepting Cult, had returned with demonic might.
When the news reached Kunlun, the Ziwei Sect Leader pondered for half a day before finally calling Qiu Changtian and Xu Yinglian before him to ask for their views on the changes at Mount Wutai.
Qiu Changtian had just imported his saved game from Wei Dongliu.
It wasn't that Jiang the Witch was too clingy, but rather, having committed too many killings, he planned to return to Kunlun to once again play the role of a moral gentleman and calm his heart.
But no sooner had he imported his save than the Ziwei Sect Leader summoned him for a talk, questioning what he thought about the heinous sins committed by that Demon Lord Wei... Qiu Changtian really wanted to protest that he had absolutely no desire to witness any of it.
"Judging by these reports, Demon Lord Wei is clearly a schemer with deep plans," Xu Yinglian began analyzing earnestly. "First, he demanded submission from the many sects at Mount Wutai. If they refused, he expelled them, obviously adopting a strategy of minimal violence to avoid accruing too much infamy."
"This approach is quite different from other Demon Cult sects. Take, for example, the Nether Ghost Path's expansion toward Mount Beimang; they are notorious for leaving no survivors and no room for negotiation with other sects."
"In my opinion, Wei Dongliu must be plotting something far greater, and cannot be limited just to the Mortal Life Path. Otherwise, his cautious and avoidance of self-besmirchment behavior is inexplicable."
Qiu Changtian was dumbfounded: I was just too lazy to kill anyone, yet in Junior Sister Xu's mouth, it turned into actions motivated by 'fear of rumors' and 'cherishing my reputation'?
"There's another point," continued Xu Yinglian. "This person possesses the Hundred Poison Golden Silkworm Gu. Any ordinary Demon Cult Cultivator would use this to build his reputation, but he never let any fame precede him."
"Similarly, he controls the Myriad Avatar Absolute Immortal Sword, yet under his control, the Mortal Life Path has never publicized it."
"From this, it can be seen that Wei Dongliu is not motivated by fame or fortune, or perhaps he aspires to something even greater, thus allowing him to conceal his capabilities."
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"Indeed," the Ziwei Sect Leader sighed, "this person is cautious and shrewd, always enigmatic and reserved, with a background unknown to all."
"Supported vigorously by Blood Sea Ancestor of the Mortal Life Path, he then formed an alliance through marriage with the Heavenly Demon Path, gaining the full support of the Ancestor of Freedom. His momentum is established, and he cannot be easily eradicated."
"Alas," Qiu Changtian also feigned a sigh, "it seems he's bound to become a thorn in the side of our Orthodox Sect."
Then he saw Ziwei Sect Leader and Xu Yinglian both staring at him in astonishment.
Qiu Changtian: ?
"Zhang Tian," the Ziwei Sect Leader began slowly, "right now, facing Wei Dongliu, among the rising talents of the Orthodox path, you are the indisputable leader."
"What capabilities or virtues do I possess?" Qiu Changtian immediately pretended to be bashful, "I'm still in the Golden Core Realm, with minor cultivation; I dare not represent Kunlun... "
"What's the problem with being in the Golden Core Realm?" the Ziwei Sect Leader shook his head, "How many of your senior brothers, senior sisters, or senior uncles are First Grade Golden Core?"
Qiu Changtian was suddenly at a loss for words.
Oh, I see.
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After all, I possess a First Grade Golden Core, and although my cultivation level hasn't risen yet, its potential is truly perfect. Given time to form a Nascent Soul, I'm afraid I could even wrestle with immortals.
However, while it's easy to increase one's cultivation level, prestige must be accumulated slowly (after all, there's no internet in this world, and many cultivators are incredibly isolated), which is why Kunlun plans to use the Wei Dongliu incident to bring me to the forefront earlier to build momentum.
Once I form my Nascent Soul, I'll be able to smoothly inherit the title of "The World's First Nascent Soul" and take over the Sect Leader position without any obstacles, and at that time, Kunlun's prestige in the Cultivation Realm will also rise to a new level... This method is quite similar to that of the Xu Family of Southern Heaven, a long-term investment indeed.
"I understand." Qiu Changtian solemnly said, "Since Master has ordered it, I must also strive with a sharp will and not let down the sect's trust!"
"Very good!" Ziwei Master praised, "Your current realm is still too low, it's perfect to continue training with your Junior Sister Xu in the thirteen layers of the Primeval Upper Realm, within the three thousand realms of the Fire Residence Secret Realm, striving for early spiritual perfection and beginning to seek the breakthrough opportunity for the next realm!"
"Yes." Qiu Changtian respectfully responded.
Xu Yinglian was also immensely stirred by the side, feeling that being able to become Daoist companions with a heroic figure like her senior brother was truly a life not wasted.
I must also diligently cultivate and not bring shame upon my senior brother!
However, Qiu Changtian was unaware of Junior Sister Xu's thoughts and left the Jade Void Palace with heavy concerns, thinking that now he was indeed going to confront "himself."
What should be done next?
Qiu Changtian here has the invincible character setting, he cannot lose, for a loss would completely shatter this character setting.
Wei Dongliu on the other hand has a mysterious character setting, he must win, what room for imagination is left if he can't win?
How the heck should this continue?
Thinking it over, the only option was to "let kings ignore each other," doing his best to prevent Qiu Changtian and Wei Dongliu from facing each other directly.
Then, Qiu Changtian on one side would keep mowing down the Demon Cult, while Wei Dongliu on the other side would keep slaughtering the Orthodox Sect, both sides dragging out their performances until my Nascent Infant is formed.
Ah, how annoying!
"Sister," seeing Qiu Changtian's troubled look, Xu Yinglian spoke out to comfort him, "No matter how ruthless that Wei Dongliu is, could he really stand up to a First Grade Golden Core?"
"With time, Senior Brother's cultivation level will surely surpass Wei Dongliu."
"That's true," Qiu Changtian forced a smile, "But with Wei Dongliu wielding the Myriad Avatar Absolute Immortal Sword and raising the Hundred Poison Gold Silkworm Gu, he won't be easy to deal with."
"Although I'm not afraid of him, the emergence of such a figure within the Demon Cult causes me concern for my Orthodox Sect brethren."
"Indeed." Xu Yinglian had to admit, even though Qiu Changtian's Tianyuan Yiqi Sword was an ancient weapon of the Witch Clan, it honestly had no clear advantage over the notorious Myriad Avatar Absolute Immortal Sword.
As for the Hundred Poison Gold Silkworm Gu, although Senior Brother obtained some high-rank magical treasures suitable for Golden Core Cultivators from Fenbao Rock, they definitely couldn't defend against those ancient vile insects.
But Senior Brother is Qiu Changtian! Even if he falls behind in terms of magic artifacts, he will surely not lose to Wei Dongliu. Why then should I worry unnecessarily for him?
As Qiu Changtian was feeling irritated, he saw the Synchronization Value in the Kunlun Mirror rise and couldn't help but feel a mix of amusement and exasperation towards his Junior Sister.
Never mind, enough thinking, it's time to play with the fox.
"Ah Jing, load Long Long!"
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