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However, at this moment, Master Mo reminded us: "These three factions... In the past, Shaolin and Wudang advanced and retreated together, while Kunlun always followed behind Shaolin. I'm afraid that if they support Shaolin this time and Shaolin takes the lead, it will be detrimental to us."
This proclamation to exterminate the demon was jointly issued by the five factions. In addition to eliminating Ren Woxing, a scourge that plagued the martial arts world, they also intended to greatly enhance the reputation of the Weiyi Alliance through this incident. If they didn't want to surpass Shaolin and Wudang, they wanted to at least make the Weiyi Alliance stand on equal footing with these two factions. However, if Fang Zheng took away the leading role and Shaolin's prestige rose to another level, it would be even more disadvantageous for the five factions.
When Master Mo brought up this issue, he was reminding Yue Buqun not to do the work for Shaolin's benefit.
Although the three nuns, including Qingzhu, did not speak, their eyes were all on Yue Buqun, clearly indicating that they agreed with Master Mo's words.
“What Mr. Mo said makes sense, and I have also thought about it.”
Yue Buqun nodded and said, "To be honest, I was indeed worried about this matter before, but my disciple Jiang Ning's subjugation of the tortoise and snake beasts has already caused a great sensation. I plan to use this matter to build momentum for the Weiyi Alliance."
It's very simple. Yue Buqun wanted to use the strange phenomenon of the beasts returning to their hearts to create momentum for the Huashan Sect, expand its influence, make the world believe that the Demonic Sect's fate was sealed and even the heavens had sent down this strange phenomenon, and make them understand that only the Huashan Sect could lead them to wipe out the Demonic Sect.
Upon hearing this, the leaders of the other four sects looked at Jiang Ning, pondered for a moment, and then nodded in agreement.
Master Mo asked, "I have no objection to the Alliance Leader's plan, but I have one question: can these two strange beasts be allowed to go to the battle together this time? Since we are going to use them as the basis for our plan, their appearance in front of everyone will maximize the impact."
At this moment, Abbess Dingxian also asked, "We also need to ensure that these two strange beasts do not become ferocious and accidentally harm the common people and our own people."
Although the two sect leaders were questioning Yue Buqun, their eyes were both on Jiang Ning, as they knew that the two strange beasts were following Jiang Ning.
If these two strange beasts become enemies and I do not distinguish between them, it will expand the influence of the Weiyi Alliance and instead plunge them into utter ruin.
"can."
Jiang Ning nodded.
Upon receiving Jiang Ning's promise, the leaders of the four sects all breathed a sigh of relief.
"Since that's the case, and everything is now ready, Alliance Leader, please give the order."
Tianmen Daoist said directly.
Yue Buqun nodded and looked at Abbess Dingxian.
"Master, what is Ren Woxing's current situation?"
The Hengshan Sect possesses exceptional intelligence capabilities, maintaining connections with virtually every nunnery in the land and having a thorough understanding of all major and minor events in the martial arts world.
Master Dingxian replied, "Not long ago, Ren Woxing and the Beggars' Clan had a battle in Runing Prefecture. The Beggars' Clan suffered heavy losses. If Shaolin had not arrived in time, the Beggars' Clan's branch in Runing Prefecture would have been lost. Now Ren Woxing has retreated and is currently active in Luzhou Prefecture."
Yue Buqun stood up.
"Target: Luzhou Prefecture."
……
As all the martial arts practitioners who participated in the demon-slaying operation marched to Luzhou Prefecture with the five factions of the Weiyi Alliance, the imperial court also issued an imperial edict to the whole country.
"Fengtian Chengyun Emperor, the imperial edict said:
I, the Emperor, have been ordained by Heaven to rule over all lands. Yet now, there are heretical sects that call themselves the "Cult of Gods." They are gods in name but demons in reality, wreaking havoc on the moral order and committing countless crimes. What's worse, they even sent assassins into the palace to murder the Emperor! Although the evil cult's plot failed, this crime is intolerable!
I have heard that righteous heroes of the martial world, with their chivalrous spirit and courage, and that the leader of the Huashan Sect has issued a proclamation to exterminate the demonic cult, seeking to unite all those of insight throughout the land to destroy this evil sect. Such an act of service to the country and its people greatly pleases me, and I hereby proclaim this to the world:
1. Anyone who is willing to rid the country of demons may carry the name card of the leader of each sect and pass through each prefecture. Local governments must immediately allow them to pass. Anyone who obstructs them will be punished for dereliction of duty!
Second: The prefectures and counties along the route must open their granaries to provide relief and assistance, supplying grain, fodder, and horses to show the court's support.
Third: The Ministry of Justice and the Censorate shall investigate and prosecute any individuals who collude with the Demonic Cult, and their entire families shall be executed!
Fourth: Upon receiving the decree, each prefecture must immediately post the notice without delay! Each prefecture shall also establish a "Demon Extermination Division," which shall be subordinate to the Embroidered Uniform Guard. The "Demon Extermination Division" shall be responsible for collecting intelligence on the Demonic Cult. Righteous warriors who wish to exterminate demons may go to the Demon Extermination Division to obtain information on the Demonic Cult.
5. Those who are coerced by the Demonic Cult, if they can realize their mistakes and immediately escape from the Demonic Cult, and provide information about the Demonic Cult, will be punished along with their entire family.
The evil cult has committed numerous crimes. The imperial court hereby issues this edict, hoping that all righteous heroes of the martial world will cherish a heart to eliminate evil and protect the righteous path and destroy the evil cult. When the mission is accomplished, I will hold a banquet in the Hall of Supreme Harmony to invite the righteous heroes who have vanquished the evil cult, so that your chivalrous names will be passed down for generations!
Chapter 686: On Blackwood Cliff
Blackwood Cliff.
Tong Baixiong walked with a sullen face through a long, dark passage. After a while, the light suddenly came out, and he arrived at a place that seemed like a paradise.
After passing through the sea of flowers and artificial hills, we arrived at the pavilion in the middle of the lake, where we saw two figures sitting inside.
Upon seeing the two, Tong Baixiong quickly stepped forward and entered the pavilion.
"Brother Tong is here?"
Seeing Tong Baixiong approach, Dongfang Bubai smiled and said.
At this moment, Tong Baixiong sat down with a solemn expression and said.
"The imperial court issued an imperial edict to annihilate Ren Woxing."
As soon as Tong Baixiong said this, before Dongfang Bubai could speak, Yang Lianting, who was standing next to him, looked surprised and then revealed a gloating expression.
Dongfang Bubai remained calm, fiddling with the embroidery needle in his hand, embroidering something that appeared to be mandarin ducks.
"Eastern Brothers".
Seeing that Dongfang Bubai remained silent, Tong Baixiong grew impatient and continued, "Should we send someone to contact Ren Woxing and join forces with him?"
"Join forces? Are you kidding me?"
Before Dongfang Bubai could speak, Yang Lianting spoke first, looking at Tong Baixiong with a questioning expression.
"Now that the righteous sects have joined forces to besiege Ren Woxing, and the imperial court has also issued an edict, Ren Woxing is already on the verge of death. We can simply sit back and watch the tigers fight, so why should we get involved? What is Elder Tong's intention in saying this?"
Yang Lianting and Tong Baixiong were already irreconcilable enemies. Although the two temporarily stopped their conflict under the intervention of Dongfang Bubai, Yang Lianting still had some disagreements with Tong Baixiong. Upon hearing this, he immediately launched an attack.
Tong Baixiong glanced at him expressionlessly, then looked at Dongfang Bubai, whose face remained calm. Although he answered, his gaze was still fixed on Dongfang Bubai.
"When Yue Buqun issued the proclamation, he did not name Ren Woxing specifically, but mentioned the entire Divine Cult. The imperial edict issued by the court was the same. This proves that the court and the righteous sects are targeting not only Ren Woxing, but also us."
“Although we are at odds with Ren Woxing, those righteous people are our common enemy. If we sit idly by and do nothing, when Ren Woxing is destroyed, it will be our turn.”
Tong Baixiong understood the principle of "if the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold" very well. The proclamation issued by Yue Buqun was not directed at Ren Woxing alone, but at the entire Demonic Sect, which meant that they were also among the other party's targets.
Yang Lianting was taken aback.
What Tong Baixiong said makes sense...
"Brother Dongfang, we need to prepare as soon as possible."
Tong Baixiong said solemnly.
"I expected this to happen."
Dongfang Bubai did not look up and continued doing her embroidery.
"In that case, I will send someone to contact Ren Woxing as soon as possible to discuss joining forces..."
Before Tong Baixiong could finish speaking, Dongfang Bubai shook his head.
"Ren Woxing will not agree."
Tong Baixiong was about to say something more when he heard this, but Dongfang Bubai continued.
"Brother Tong, don't you know who Ren Woxing is? I've imprisoned him for so many years, and he claims to be the true leader of the Divine Cult. He hates me to the bone, so why would he join forces with me?"
Tong Baixiong was silent for a moment after hearing this, and then asked.
"Brother Dongfang, what should we do now? We can't just sit here and wait to die, no matter what."
Dongfang Bubai smiled.
"I have already made arrangements in secret."
"Ok?"
Tong Baixiong was taken aback.
What arrangement? How come he didn't know?
Seeing that Dongfang Bubai did not speak, Tong Baixiong did not continue to ask.
"Now that you have made arrangements, I can rest assured."
Tong Baixiong stood up, cupped his hands in farewell, and took his leave.
Only after Tong Baixiong's figure disappeared did Yang Lianting ask, "Have you already made arrangements?"
In Yang Lianting’s view, Dongfang Bubai had never left the place, and he didn’t even know when he made the arrangement.
Dongfang Bubai did not hide anything and said, "I have planted someone next to Ren Woxing."
"what?"
Yang Lianting was taken aback.
When did this happen? How come he doesn't know?
After quickly absorbing the information, Yang Lianting asked, "Do you still want to join forces with Ren Woxing?"
"of course not."
Dongfang Bubai laughed and said, "Everyone knows that Ren Woxing's days are numbered, so why should I join forces with him?"
Although the imperial court was weakened, it had not perished; it was still a unified dynasty. The imperial court had issued an edict, and the righteous path had also issued a proclamation. Ren Woxing was now on the opposite side of almost everyone, and he was doomed to die.
"So what's your intention in placing people around Ren Woxing...?"
Yang Lianting did not understand Dongfang Bubai's thoughts.
"Ren Woxing may die, but his men may not necessarily die with him."
In addition to half of the original Demonic Sect's forces, Ren Woxing also had many Jianghu forces controlled by Ren Yingying, and these forces should not be underestimated.
These people were loyal to Ren Woxing while he was alive, but what happened after he died? Those who committed heinous crimes would not be tolerated by the righteous path, nor would the imperial court let them go. Where could they go?
"I see."
Yang Lianting nodded.
Dongfang Bubai's original intention was to turn those people against their cause.
However, Yang Lianting was somewhat displeased.
"Humph!"
Yang Lianting snorted coldly.
"Those bastards actually dared to be loyal to Ren Woxing, which is a capital offense in itself. Now we're going to take them back. It's too good for them!"
Dongfang Bubai laughed upon hearing this, but did not elaborate on the matter. Instead, he asked, "How is the refining of the Three Corpse Brain God Pill going?"
When asked about serious matters, Yang Lianting said solemnly, "The first batch has been successfully refined and is currently in the testing phase. The results are quite good so far, and we are now refining the antidote to suppress the Three Corpse Brain God Pill."
Since obtaining the recipe for the Three Corpse Brain God Pill from Ren Woxing, Yang Lianting has attached great importance to it and immediately sent people to start making it. However, the Three Corpse Brain God Pill is very troublesome to refine, and even with the recipe, he failed many times. It was not until recently that he finally succeeded in making a batch.
As for the antidote...
There is no antidote for the Three Corpse Brain God Pill. The so-called antidote only temporarily suppresses the Three Corpse Brain God Pill and prolongs its onset time.
"As long as the Three Corpse Brain God Pill can be successfully refined, the revival of the Divine Cult is hopeful!"
Yang Lianting couldn't help but smile.
At that time, he will be able to hold great power and sit on the throne of the cult leader.
"Brother Lian."
Suddenly, Dongfang Bubai called out.
"how?"
Yang Lianting was still thinking when he casually asked a question.
"If I said we'd leave this place, give up being cult leaders, and stop caring about the conflicts in the martial world, and live in seclusion in the mountains as a pair of carefree hermits, would you be willing?"
"what?"
Yang Lianting was clearly taken aback.
How could Dongfang Bubai have such an idea?
How could he agree? He hasn't even become the leader yet, enjoying a life above everyone else. How could he abandon the religion and its followers to live a life of leisure?
Seeing his expression, Dongfang Bubai understood his answer, laughed, and shook his head.
"nothing."