Bringing The Farm To Live In Another World - Chapter 15962

Chapter 15960: The Last Chance

Xuan Qing looked at the crowd sitting below. Five days had passed since Meng Yu and the others joined the Xuanming Sect. In these five days, many rogue cultivators had joined the Xuanming Sect. Now, the number of disciples in the Xuanming Sect had increased from over 100,000 to over 200,000, an increase of nearly 100,000. These newly joined rogue cultivators were all quite strong.

Of course, some rogue cultivators left the Xuanming Sect. Perhaps they felt that joining the Xuanming Sect would be too dangerous, and they didn’t want to take the risk, so they kept their distance. However, for Xuan Qing, this didn’t matter. He had never intended to bring all the rogue cultivators into the Xuanming Sect.

Xuan Qing looked at everyone and continued, “As I said before, the sect needs to expand outwards. The Xuanming Continent is still too small; we can’t obtain more resources. Besides, almost all resources are currently divided up by various sects. The more resources we get, the less others will get. So, if we want more resources, we can only seize them from others. We can’t touch the large and medium-sized sects right now, but we can still take over the small sects.”

Everyone nodded. Xuan Qing glanced at them and continued, “We…” “If Xuanming Sect wants to develop, it can only expand; otherwise, we’ll still be trapped here. But if we want to deal with those smaller sects, this news can’t leak out. Once others know, those large sects will definitely come after us, and we’ll be in even greater danger.”

Everyone nodded. They all understood that Xuanqing was right. If those large sects wanted to deal with them, they wouldn’t be able to resist. So, they couldn’t let others know they wanted to deal with those smaller sects, otherwise, they would all be doomed.

Xuanqing said, “This ‘can’t let others know’ refers not only to the sect we’re attacking, but also to our own situation.”

His words puzzled everyone. They didn’t understand what he meant. It was understandable to prevent the sect they were attacking from spreading the news, but why couldn’t they let the news about their own sect leak out? Could they really not tell their disciples that they were going to attack that sect? That was impossible!

Xuan Qing spoke up, “Of course we can rest assured about our own sect’s disciples. After all, there are sect rules and restrictions in place, so our own sect’s disciples won’t leak information. I’m talking about those rogue cultivators. No matter which sect we attack, there will be a large-scale mobilization of disciples. At that time, even if we wanted to hide it, we wouldn’t be able to. What do you think?”

Everyone nodded. What Xuan Qing said made sense. There was nothing to worry about with their own sect’s disciples, but it was hard to say about those rogue cultivators. Those rogue cultivators would never keep secrets for them.

Xuan Qing looked at their expressions, then said in a deep voice, “The sect we’re dealing with is easy to handle. I have a magic artifact that can seal off their continent, ensuring no news gets out. But our own rogue cultivators are a problem. If they spread the news, it’ll be extremely dangerous.”

Everyone frowned. At this moment, Li Feng suddenly spoke up, “Sect Master, can we control those rogue cultivators, or just drive them away?”

Xuan Qing replied, “Controlling or driving them away will still arouse suspicion. So I have a solution: complete control over them.”

Everyone looked at Xuan Qing with some confusion, not understanding what he meant. If he really had a solution, why did he waste so much time talking before? Was this method ineffective? Or was it something special?

Xuan Qing began, “As I just mentioned, I possess a magical artifact capable of sealing off an entire continent. However, this artifact is not yet complete; it lacks one final step: the ritual of consecration.”

He paused, then continued, “This artifact is called the Tiger King Banner. It is a demonic artifact. During its forging, it requires the skin, bones, and blood of a tiger-shaped demonic beast, as well as the blood of the person who forged it. After forging, it must undergo a ritual of consecration; otherwise, the artifact is not considered complete. The best way to consecrate it is by using people. The more people who consecrate it, the greater its power. Therefore, my idea is that we use those rogue cultivators to perform the ritual!”

Boom! Everyone felt as if a thunderbolt had struck their ears. Among them, the Xuanming Sect members were all pure righteous cultivators, while the rogue cultivators, though they had killed many, primarily practiced righteous techniques. Therefore, they were all incredibly shocked to hear Xuan Qing’s words. Xuan Qing was talking about a demonic artifact, and he intended to use those rogue cultivators to refine it. There were still hundreds of thousands of rogue cultivators around; he wanted to use them for this purpose? That was too ruthless!

Xuan Qing looked at everyone and continued, “I know what you’re thinking. We are a righteous sect and shouldn’t use such demonic artifacts. But everyone, I’ve only just reached the Kingdom level, and I don’t even have a suitable weapon. And do you think that just because I’ve become a Kingdom-level cultivator, I’m invincible? The other mid-level and large sects are all watching us. They will definitely come to deal with us. If I can’t withstand their attack, we’re finished. So we must withstand their attack, otherwise, our Xuanming Sect’s only chance to rise will be gone. I know…” “Doing this goes against the natural order and will incur karmic consequences, but for the sake of the sect, I must do it. I will bear the karmic burden.”

Upon hearing Xuan Qing’s words, everyone was stunned, then fell silent. They realized they had overlooked a very real problem: although Xuan Qing was a kingdom-level expert, he was not invincible. There were many stronger than him in the world. If those mid-level or large sects were to deal with them, the consequences would be unimaginable. Their Xuanming Sect would likely be reduced to its original state, and they didn’t want to be reduced to that again.

If they hadn’t seen hope, they might not have had any thoughts, but once they saw hope, the situation was completely different. They no longer wanted to return to their old lives. That’s human nature.

That’s why they fell silent. Then, Li Feng suddenly stood up, bowed to Xuan Qing, and said, “Sect Master, although I’ve only just joined the sect, I’m very clear that this is our sect’s greatest opportunity. If we miss this opportunity, we’re all finished. I support the sect in doing this, and I can help when the time comes. I’m old, and even if there are any karmic consequences, I’m not afraid. I’m willing to share the burden with you, Sect Master.”

Li Feng knew very well that this was his last chance. If Xuan Qing fell, he would truly have no chance at all. As long as there was a chance, he would seize it tightly. He couldn’t let Xuan Qing fall, nor could he let Xuanming Sect return to its former state. He didn’t care how many rogue cultivators died; anyway, he had no connection with them. So, he fully supported Xuan Qing.

There’s a word that perfectly describes people like Li Feng: inherently cold-blooded. He’s exactly like that. He doesn’t think about his own humble origins as a rogue cultivator, or the hardships faced by other rogue cultivators. He only cares about his own interests. Now, his interests are tightly bound to Xuan Qing and the Xuanming Sect, so naturally, he’ll fully support Xuan Qing.

Hearing Li Feng’s words, Guan Ling and the others exchanged glances and stood up, saying to Xuan Qing, “We fully support the Sect Master. We’re willing to share the consequences.”

They were all rogue cultivators themselves, and their personalities were actually quite similar to Li Feng’s. Those rogue cultivators with a strong sense of loyalty and righteousness could almost never cultivate to their level. Even if they received a legacy, it would be nearly impossible for them to reach this level. Because people with a strong sense of loyalty and righteousness often take care of those around them, and while others might appreciate your kindness, when the temptation is too great, they might not care whether you’re their benefactor or not. Human nature is the most vulnerable to temptation.

Their words stunned the hall masters of Xuanming Sect. Their expressions changed several times. In this matter, they had actually been outdone by these rogue cultivators. Their failure to support Xuanming immediately was their biggest mistake. They should know that compared to Li Feng and the others, they were closer to Xuanqing and should have supported him more. However, they failed to do so and did not support Xuanqing immediately. This was their biggest mistake.

However, they quickly realized what was happening and stood up simultaneously, bowing to Xuan Qing and saying, “We fully support our Sect Master.”

Xuan Qing nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this, then said, “Those rogue cultivators have been running rampant in our sect for quite some time now. We don’t need to be polite to them. However, I can give them one last chance. Li Feng, when you go back, tell your subordinates that I am very dissatisfied with those rogue cultivators and that I gave them a chance to join the sect. If they don’t join, then those of you who have already joined should tell those rogue cultivators that I intend to expel them. For those willing to join, this is their last chance; for those who wish to leave, this is also their last chance.” Otherwise, they can expect the sect to kick them out. Remember, this news must be presented as if it were fake. This is my last chance for those rogue cultivators. If they are truly willing to join the sect now, then they are safe. If they leave the sect now, they are also safe. If they don’t want to leave or join the sect and are still observing, then they deserve to die. I have already given them too many chances.”

Upon hearing Xuan Qing’s words, the group was all stunned, and then their expressions changed. Li Feng immediately said, “Yes, Sect Master, I understand. Please rest assured, Sect Master, we will definitely spread this news.” The others also nodded, indicating that they would handle the matter well. Xuan Qing then nodded, waved his hand, and dismissed everyone.