Who let him join the Sword Sect?!

Zhang Ze composed himself, walked out of the woods, and looked at the moonlit lake, feeling that Five Rams and that traitor named Dongyu or Yu Dong seemed to have some major issues.

This Beast Taming Sect is not a prison, nor an evil secret underground research base.

If you want to leave, just leave on your own.

Moreover, since they are a Dark Agent, they must have a legitimate identity here.

If you have an identity, just take on a sect mission and leave.

No need for support.

Besides, what Zhang Ze really didn't understand was how, given the nature of the Hundred Demons Sect, Five Rams could be so concerned about a subordinate.

From the way Five Rams communicated with the Dark Agent, it seemed that Yu Dong's status was not yet at the level of a Special Envoy.

This small fry actually made such a valuable subordinate of mine come from Cyan Thorn to fetch them.

"Who exactly is that person?"

"Should I sell him directly, or use him as bait before selling?"

...

East Sea.

The Hundred Demons Sect's Five Rams Elder stood there, east of Jieshi, with the sea at his back, the bright moon hanging high behind him, and waves surging.

After finishing his conversation with his most loyal and competent subordinate, he looked at the Black King Order, wanting to crush it and toss it into the sea as usual, stylishly.

But upon thinking again, he felt it wasn't necessary. The Main Helm was currently a bit tight on funds for the grand enterprise, and elders like him should also save some expenses for the Main Helm.

"Qingpao, what do you think of this sea?" He put away the Black King Order and looked at Song Qingpao, who was standing by with his head lowered.

Song Qingpao had been with Five Rams for several months, long enough to understand the temper of this Grand Elder.

It seemed he was asking about the sea, but in reality, he was testing me. But though it was a test, flattery could not be omitted.

While others might say the wrong thing, the innately sagacious Song Qingpao had already prepared an answer as soon as Five Rams finished speaking.

However, he still pretended to ponder, remaining silent for just the right amount of time before responding.

"The sea appears calm but is surging with undercurrents, much like the current situation of the Four Continents. In my humble opinion, the sea is treacherous." After speaking, Song Qingpao paused, waiting for Five Rams to continue.

"Hmm, not bad. So, how do you think it should be dealt with?" Five Rams continued to speak in riddles.

"Those without wisdom misjudge the sea's nature, overestimating their skills, sailing lightly, and meeting certain death." Song Qingpao responded fluently, "One should, like a wise man, stand east of Jieshi, observing the long sea quietly, unmoved by storms, as steady as a mountain."

Being flattered with just the right amount, Five Rams stroked his beard and said, "Hmm, not bad. But merely observing is not enough; swift and decisive action is needed."

"Come, Qingpao, I have a task for you." Five Rams finally got to the point.

"East Sea is my birthplace, where I have been setting my pieces for a long time. Qingpao, have you heard of Zhengyang Sect?"

"Familiar." Song Qingpao was unaware of the significance of mentioning this at the moment.

The Zhengyang Sect was established over a hundred years ago, with two hundred disciples, and had secured its foothold among the Righteous Sect in the East Sea.

However, due to a lack of gifted individuals and their low-profile conduct, they remain unnoticed.

Five Rams smiled slightly and used Sound Transmission, "This Zhengyang Sect, from top to bottom, is under our Hundred Demons Sect."

"What?!" Song Qingpao was genuinely surprised.

Seeing Song Qingpao's astonishment, Five Rams was very pleased, "Infiltrating a Righteous Sect is as hard as reaching the sky; it's better to create a sect out of nothing."

"Your task, along with mine, is to watch over this Zhengyang Sect while I'm away, and ensure no other Demon Sect forces get involved."

"I'm now granting you a Holy Order. With this Holy Order, it's as if I am present."

Having said that, Five Rams pointed a finger at Song Qingpao's forehead, and a violet Spiritual Fire appeared in Song Qingpao's mind.

The Spiritual Fire contained a divine power from Five Rams, allowing Song Qingpao to act three times, ensuring his actions and also serving as a deterrent against betrayal.

After Song Qingpao adapted to the Spiritual Fire, Five Rams handed him a shining, square Zhengyang Holy Spirit.

"Remember, don't make any big moves. Until orders come from the Main Helm, all branches, including Zhengyang Sect, will go into dormancy. Don't ruin the grand scheme."

"I understand." Song Qingpao bowed to accept the order, but as he held the posture, he did not see Five Rams showing any intention to leave, or to let him rise.

It seemed as if he was waiting for me to speak.

Song Qingpao quickly realized the crux of the matter.

I had asked too few questions tonight!

This wasn't good, as it would make me appear smarter than the elder.

With impeccable perception, Song Qingpao immediately adopted a thoughtful pose, and expressed confusion, "Elder, there is one thing I don't understand."

Being prompted to continue, Five Rams hummed comfortably, "Speak."

"Since the primary task of the Hundred Demons Sect at present is dormancy and infiltration of those pretentious hypocrites, why then is Elder Yu Dong being withdrawn?"

This was a question Song Qingpao was also quite curious about.

"Of course, it's to preserve the embers of our Hundred Demons Sect. The talents in this place must be for our use. Yu Dong's current situation is very delicate. If something goes wrong, it's likely he won't return."

"Moreover, the secret Yu Dong was investigating is no longer crucial for the Hundred Demons Sect. We have better methods now."

"To extract Yu Dong, only Nameless can undertake this task."

"As for what follows, it's not for you to know. I'm leaving now."

This time, Five Rams truly left.

Song Qingpao stood up, took a deep breath; dealing with this old man every day was truly challenging for someone of his meticulous mind.

It was so exhausting; every word spoken needed careful consideration.

Looking at the Zhengyang Sect Holy Order in his hand, Song Qingpao calmed down and after pondering for a while, the earlier excitement faded, now it just felt troublesome.