Martial Conquest of the Nine Desolates
Chapter 135 - 133: Shock in the Chongyang Sect

Chapter 135: Chapter 133: Shock in the Chongyang Sect

"Brother Xiao, I didn’t realize you were so formidable!" On the way back to the County, Baili Yi and Baili Yan’s eyes were glowing as they stared at Xiao Ye incessantly.

The invincible aura Xiao Ye displayed earlier had shocked them to their cores, and they still couldn’t calm down.

"Brother Xiao, your strength clearly surpasses Hong Lie’s. Why didn’t you reply when others mocked you?" Baili Yi asked.

Having witnessed Xiao Ye’s power, he was thoroughly convinced. He called him Brother Xiao with admiration and respect.

Xiao Ye glanced at Baili Yi and said calmly, "I pursue martial arts not to compete with others or engage in verbal disputes. That’s the behavior of the weak."

"If I wanted to silence them, one punch would suffice. If I disdain to stoop to their level, no matter how much they criticize, I can remain unruffled."

These words opened a new world for Baili Yi, presenting him with a whole new perspective.

"Yes, I’ve been blinded by vanity, focused only on competing with others and engaging in verbal battles, without truly dedicating myself to cultivation! From now on, I want to pursue martial arts like Brother Xiao!"

Baili Yi’s eyes sparkled with brilliance. Xiao Ye’s words and actions profoundly influenced him, deepening his admiration.

"Brother Xiao is a true strongman!" Baili Yi clenched his fists, deeply gazing at the young figure.

...

When the three returned to the County Master Manor, it was already noon.

Baili Wushang personally came out to greet them, and upon noticing the huge change in Baili Yi, he was very pleased and even more grateful to Xiao Ye.

Before, although he was determined to train Baili Yi, he would soon soften.

"Master Uncle Baili, could you help me gather these medicinal ingredients?" Xiao Ye took out a list and handed it to Baili Wushang.

"Oh?" Baili Wushang glanced at it, "It seems you’ve already acquired enough Earth Spirit Roots."

Indeed, the list Xiao Ye gave Baili Wushang contained the auxiliary medicines recorded in a secret technique developed by the Sixth Elder, aimed at breaking the physical body through to Three Cauldrons Power.

Only by mixing these medicines with Earth Spirit Roots can Xiao Ye break through physically.

"Don’t worry, although these medicines are very precious, they are easier to obtain than Earth Spirit Roots. Come find me in the study after three days." After reading the list, Baili Wushang waved his hand.

Delighted by this news, Xiao Ye thanked Baili Wushang. Without his help, Xiao Ye had no idea how long it would take to gather these medicines.

After bidding farewell to Baili Wushang, Xiao Ye stored the Earth Spirit Roots securely. Then, he headed to the buildings where the Xiao Alliance was located to reunite with its members.

Baili Wushang took good care of the Xiao Alliance members, providing them with delicious food daily.

When Xiao Ye returned, the three village elders were very happy. Since it was lunchtime, the core members of the Xiao Alliance gathered around, eating and drinking joyously.

Xiao Dashan, who had initially been seriously injured, had mostly recovered after taking elixirs and resting for a month.

However, behind the cheerful facade, a hint of sadness could be detected on the faces of the three village elders.

"Alas, no matter how good it is here, it can’t compare to living comfortably in Green Sun Town," Xiao Tianxiong sighed.

Upon hearing Xiao Tianxiong’s words, everyone put down their chopsticks and fell silent.

After all, this place was not their Xiao Alliance. The feeling of living dependently was always unsettling.

Seeing this, Xiao Ye clenched his fists and said seriously, "Uncles, it is because of me you had to leave your home; I let you down."

Xiao Tianxiong quickly shook his head, saying, "Child, how can we blame you? Without you, there wouldn’t be the Xiao Alliance we have now."

"That’s right, Ye’er. Don’t blame yourself. You’re the spiritual leader of our Xiao Alliance. With you here, anywhere can be our home!" Shi Zhan added.

"Xiao Ye, you brat! Since when did you become so sentimental? Come have a drink with me!" Xiao Dashan’s voice boomed.

Hearing the comforting words of others, Xiao Ye’s eyes became moist, feeling even more remorseful.

"Uncles, rest assured, I will ensure the Xiao Alliance stands at the pinnacle of the Black Dragon Country!" Xiao Ye declared loudly.

Xiao Tianxiong laughed heartily at his words, "Haha, I truly hope that day comes!"

"As long as Ye’er reaches the Mystic Martial peak, it might be possible," Xiao Yang said, his eyes filled with hope.

Everyone brightened up upon hearing this.

"Yes! As long as Xiao Ye reaches the Mystic Martial peak, our Xiao Alliance can become a top power in the Black Dragon Country, standing side by side with the Chongyang Sect!"

"Haha, then I will organize an entry-level assessment, inviting all the young talents of the Black Dragon Country to join our Xiao Alliance!" Xiao Dashan laughed heartily.

Inside, they freely conversed about the future strength of the Xiao Alliance, everyone was animated and excited.

During their time in Dashen County, members of the Xiao Alliance had broadened their horizons, understanding that a Mystic Martial Realm strongman was a peerless figure, capable of subduing one side of the Black Dragon Country.

Moreover, they had no doubt that Xiao Ye would reach the Mystic Martial peak one day.

Listening to everyone’s words, Xiao Ye felt the weight upon his shoulders, which was both pressure and the anticipation of the Xiao Alliance members. The path he would tread would dictate the Xiao Alliance’s future.

"Reaching the Mystic Martial peak..." A fiery gleam shone in Xiao Ye’s eyes. "As long as I achieve it, no one in the Black Dragon Country will dare to oppress us!"

He had killed the son of the Sun and Moon Sect Leader, and he knew there would come a day when he must confront such a colossal entity. Thus, he was determined to reach the Mystic Martial peak!

He vowed to protect everyone in the Xiao Alliance!

An unyielding will surged within Xiao Ye’s heart.

In the next three days, Xiao Ye devoted himself to intense training, after which he hurried to find Baili Wushang.

No one knew when the Sun and Moon Sect might strike, so he needed to elevate his physical strength to the Three Cauldrons Power quickly to have any standing.

The Late Stage of Innate Realm Ninth Layer’s strength could be considered formidable across the Black Dragon Country, akin to a regional lord.

"I hope Master Uncle Baili has collected the medicinal ingredients," Xiao Ye thought to himself.

He soon arrived outside Baili Wushang’s study and knocked on the door.

"Come in," Baili Wushang’s voice rang from inside.

Xiao Ye pushed the door open and walked in, speaking eagerly, "Master Uncle Baili, how did it go?"

Baili Wushang sat behind the desk, his expression somewhat stern.

He handed Xiao Ye a black package and said, "I’ve collected the medicinal ingredients for you, but I have some bad news."

Xiao Ye was filled with excitement upon hearing the first half of the sentence, but the latter part made his heart skip a beat. Could it be related to the Sun and Moon Sect?

He took the package, asking seriously, "Master Uncle Baili, what’s the bad news?"

Baili Wushang took a deep breath and slowly explained, "Yesterday, your master sent a message that the Sun and Moon Sect already knows you killed the sect leader’s son."

Hearing this, Xiao Ye wasn’t surprised since Xue Sha had already sent this information back earlier.

"The Sun and Moon Sect couldn’t find you, so they discovered you were a disciple of the Chongyang Sect and launched a massive assault. The two are already adversarial forces, and this time they pulled no punches, even their Vice Sect Hierarch took action."

Xiao Ye nodded. He had previously learned about the sect’s history; the Chongyang Sect had suffered oppression from the Sun and Moon Sect when it first rose to prominence hundreds of years ago.

"Master Uncle Baili, what happened next?" Xiao Ye quickly asked.

He would feel deeply guilty if the sect suffered significant losses because of him.

"The Chongyang Sect summoned all its direct disciples back from their external training for an all-out confrontation."

"Your Vice Sect Leader blocked the Sun and Moon Sect’s Vice Sect Hierarch. The two Mystic Martial Realm powerhouses fought fiercely for a day and a night, neither able to prevail over the other."

"Upon learning that you weren’t at the Chongyang Sect, the Sun and Moon Sect’s Vice Sect Hierarch retreated, and the skirmish between the two great sects temporarily halted."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ye fell silent, understanding that the skirmish between such powerful forces must have been a brutal and costly one.

"It’s all because of me." A twinge of regret arose in Xiao Ye’s heart.

Back then, when he killed He Wufa out of anger, he should have considered the consequences. Otherwise, this large-scale conflict wouldn’t have occurred.

"What’s done is done. Regret is pointless. I need to enhance my strength quickly!" Xiao Ye wasn’t one to be indecisive, and he swiftly adjusted his mindset.

"Nephew Xiao, what I’m about to tell you concerns your fate," Baili Wushang said solemnly.

Xiao Ye’s eyes flickered. What Baili Wushang was about to say certainly pertained to how the Chongyang Sect would deal with him, given the enormous losses suffered by the sect due to his actions.

Sure enough, Baili Wushang continued, "Because of your matter, the Vice Sect Leader of Chongyang Sect convened a meeting attended by all the elders to discuss how to deal with you."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ye’s heart raced. If the Chongyang Sect chose to protect him, he would have enough time to grow. However, if they decided to abandon him, he would have to face the immense threat of the Sun and Moon Sect alone, putting him in extreme danger.

Would they protect or abandon him? Xiao Ye listened quietly.

"Thanks to your master’s unwavering support and your astounding performance in the sect, the Vice Sect Leader has offered you a chance," Baili Wushang said.

"A chance?" Xiao Ye was taken aback.

He initially thought that due to Zhao Qian’s involvement, the Vice Sect Leader would choose to abandon him.

"The Vice Sect Leader heard about your year-long agreement with Zhao Qian. Since the direct disciples have returned from their external training, he plans to hold a direct disciple competition in a year’s time. As long as you secure a place in the top three, proving your potential, the Chongyang Sect will fully protect you, ensuring that the Sun and Moon Sect cannot harm you in the slightest," Baili Wushang explained.

"So that’s how it is." Xiao Ye breathed a sigh of relief.

"Prove my potential?" Xiao Ye clenched his fists. If his physical body can break through to the Three Cauldrons Power, he would be unmatched among direct disciples!

Since they wanted to see his potential, he’d make sure everyone was astonished!

"Zhao Qian, a year from now, I will definitely defeat you!" Xiao Ye’s eyes were filled with an immense fighting spirit.

At this moment, Baili Wushang suddenly spoke, "Nephew Xiao, there’s one more thing. You must leave the County."