Junior sister took first place again

Undercurrents surged in the hidden quarters of the Xuanling Sect. In the secret chamber of Immortal Master Mengze, the figure of True Lord Xuansu appeared like a ghost. His face was solemn, his brows furrowed as he faced his newly awakened Master, Immortal Master Mengze.

"Master, although we have obtained the Dragon Scale Yuan Gathering Pill, the pursuit of the Bishui Sect is getting tighter and tighter, so we must proceed with caution." Xuansu Zhenjun's voice was low and carried a hint of worry.

Immortal Master Mengze nodded, a look of determination flashing in his eyes: "The investigation of the Bishui Sect is just a small matter. Our grand plan cannot afford to fail. Cheng Yan must be eliminated. She is Zhong Yi's right-hand man. Only by weakening her power can we regain the position of Sect Leader."

Xuansu Zhenjun was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "Master, Cheng Yan has a very high reputation in the sect. If we act rashly, I am afraid it will cause unrest in the sect."

Immortal Master Meng Ze snorted coldly, "So what if there's turmoil? As long as I can regain the position of Sect Master, what does a little turmoil matter? You just need to follow my plan and don't worry about the rest."

Xuan Su Zhenjun accepted the order, but he still felt uneasy. He knew that if the operation failed, the consequences would be disastrous.

On the front lines of the Tianqian battlefield, Cheng Yan was leading the disciples of the Xuanling Sect in a fierce battle against the demons. Her swordsmanship was sharp, and each strike carried a sound of piercing the air as she beheaded demon soldiers one after another.

Beside her, Luo Qinghan, Ye Mu and others were also fighting hard. The cooperation between the three of them was seamless, making it difficult for the demons to get close.

Cheng Yan's eyes were firm. The only thing on her mind was how to stop the demons from crossing the natural barrier and fight for the peace of the sect and the world of cultivation.

True Lord Xuansu returned to the valley again to discuss the next course of action with Immortal Lord Mengze. In order to get rid of Cheng Yan without making any noise, a careful plan was necessary.

"Master, Cheng Yan's performance on the Tianqian battlefield was too dazzling. If we attack her directly, it might arouse suspicion." Xuansu Zhenjun said in a deep voice.

A hint of cruelty flashed in Immortal Meng Ze's eyes: "Then let's create an accident and let her 'sacrifice' on the battlefield. As long as it is done cleanly and neatly, no one will suspect us."

Zhenjun Xuansu nodded. Cheng Yan was away from home now, so this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Letting her sacrifice on the battlefield was the fastest and safest way at the moment.

Zhenjun Xuansu began to plan the details of the operation in detail to ensure that every step was flawless.

On the Tianqian battlefield, Cheng Yan sensed an unusual aura, as several powerful demonic auras were quietly approaching.

She immediately became alert and ordered her disciples to step up their guard. Luo Qinghan, who wasn't far from her, also noticed something was amiss. He and Cheng Yan exchanged a glance and nodded slightly. They quickly adjusted their tactics, preparing for a possible surprise attack.

At this moment, a powerful demonic energy suddenly erupted, and a dark shadow appeared in front of Cheng Yan like a ghost. Cheng Yan reacted quickly, swung his sword, and fought with the dark shadow.

Luo Qinghan also immediately joined the battle, and the two of them worked together to engage in a fierce battle with the black shadow.

Inside the valley, Immortal Master Mengze and True Lord Xuansu were also closely monitoring the battlefield. To speed things up, True Lord Xuansu employed a simple and brutal tactic—money to win hearts and minds. He arranged for a demon cultivator assassin to assassinate Cheng Yan directly on the battlefield.

Xuansu Zhenjun watched the image transmitted from the demon cultivator's one-way recording stone with a hint of nervousness. Mengze Xianzun's eyes flashed with anticipation: "Success or failure depends on this one move. If Cheng Yan dies, Zhong Yu will lose his greatest support."

However, as they waited anxiously, something unexpected happened. With Pei Youzhi and Ye Mu joining in, the four of them actually worked together to repel the assassin, who was a realm above Cheng Yan. Not only were they not injured, but they became even more vigilant.

After killing this man, Cheng Yan's heart was still full of doubts. She felt that this attack was not simple and seemed to be directed at her.

Luo Qinghan also agreed with Cheng Yan's opinion. After this round of battle, Cheng Yan and several companions decided to send a message to the sect to inform their master, Immortal Master Jiyun, of her doubts.

Inside the valley, Immortal Master Mengze and True Lord Xuansu's expressions turned grim. Their plan had failed, and it seemed to have aroused Cheng Yan's suspicion.

"Master, what should we do now? Cheng Yan has already started the investigation. If we don't take action, we might be exposed." There was a hint of anxiety in Xuansu Zhenjun's voice.

Immortal Master Mengze pondered for a moment, then slowly spoke: "No rush, we still have time. The most important thing now is to hold our ground and not let Cheng Yan get hold of us. At the same time, we must also prepare for the next move."

As Cheng Yan's investigation deepened, some clues gradually surfaced. She discovered that the attack seemed to be related to certain forces within the demon clan.

Cheng Yan felt somewhat confident. It seemed that she should be listed as a key target of the demon clan's attention, perhaps because of her battle record, but Cheng Yan understood that it was more because of her identity.

The chief disciple of Xuanling Sect, the number one immortal abode in Zhongzhou.

The remaining Luo Qinghan and his companions also felt the seriousness of the situation, and they decided to report the situation to their respective sects.

This is not because they are afraid or asking for help, but it is something they have to consider when they sit in this position.

If any one of them unfortunately died, for their sect, it would be more than just the loss of a disciple in the God Transformation Stage.

This will cause immeasurable damage to the morale of the entire immortal sect.

On the other hand, Mengze Xianzun and Xuansu Zhenjun also felt the pressure. They knew that Cheng Yan's investigation had touched their secrets, and if they did not take action, their plan might fail completely.

"Master, we must speed up our actions, otherwise once the sect leader intervenes, we will have no chance." There was a hint of determination in Xuansu Zhenjun's voice.

Immortal Master Mengze nodded, a ruthless look flashing in his eyes: "Arrange for the people from the Hidden Moon Sect to come see me as soon as possible."

As night fell, in a dense forest where few people went, the figures of Immortal Master Mengze and True Lord Xuansu shuttled among the shadows of the trees like ghosts.

They came to a hidden cave, which was covered by an ancient formation and difficult for outsiders to detect.

"Master, have you really decided to cooperate with the demons?" There was still a hint of uneasiness in Xuansu Zhenjun's voice. He knew that this was a risky move. Once discovered, they would be doomed.

Immortal Master Mengze's eyes were firm and cold. "For the position of Sect Master, this is nothing. The power of the demons can be used to our advantage. As long as we can eliminate Cheng Yan, any price is worth it." True Lord Xuansu nodded. Although he still had doubts, his loyalty to his master made him obey. He began to arrange the formation, preparing to welcome the demon envoy.

They hadn't anticipated that this very action would be detected by the Xuanling Sect's scouts. A subtle demonic energy surged through Zhongzhou, faint but perceptible.

"Master, someone is setting up a summoning array and trying to collude with the demons!" A disciple hurried to report, his face full of shock.

Immortal Master Jiyun's brows knitted together, a cold look flashing across his eyes. "Investigate immediately! We must find out who dares to collude with the demons within Xuanling Sect's territory!"

This behavior is undoubtedly a betrayal of the Xuanling Sect and a threat to the entire cultivation world.

At the same time, the disciples of the Shadow Hall have quietly entered Zhongzhou in order to track down the mysterious person who took away the Dragon Scale Yuan Dan.

From the time the warrant appeared until now, all signs indicate that the person who took the elixir seems to have a close connection with the Xuanling Sect.

The leader who entered Zhongzhou this time was an old man with a thin figure and sharp eyes. He was leading the elite disciples through a dense forest.

They moved among the shadows of the trees like ghosts, searching for any possible clues. "Master, we found some traces. It seems someone has set up a formation here."

A pathfinder disciple sent back a message, and the image also showed him holding some strange runes in his hands.

A gleam of brilliance flashed in the old man's eyes. "Demon summoning array! Analyze these runes immediately and find the exact location of the array!"

A formation that summons demons actually appeared within the Xuanling Sect’s sphere of influence!

The old man gestured for everyone to stop chasing the mysterious man and immediately go to track down the person who set up the summoning circle.

Immortal Master Mengze and True Lord Xuansu did not know that their actions had aroused the vigilance of both the Shadow Hall and the sect.

They were still waiting for the arrival of the demon envoy in a cave in the dense forest.

"Master, the demons are coming." Master Xuansu said in a low voice, his eyes fixed on the cave entrance.

A black shadow appeared silently at the entrance of the cave. His figure was shrouded in darkness, with only a pair of dark golden eyes revealed.

"Ha! What an unexpected person, the Grand Elder of Xuanling Sect, oh no! Now he is the former Grand Elder."

"Immortal Master Mengze, what advice do you have?" The black shadow's voice was hoarse and cold, and his eyes swept over the two of them with a hint of scrutiny.

Immortal Master Mengze looked at the demon clan coldly: "Let's make a deal. I need your power to help me get rid of Cheng Yan."

The black shadow sneered: "Get rid of Cheng Yan? Your Xuanling Sect's chief disciple? This is a big deal. What benefits can you give us?"

Xuansu Zhenjun stepped forward, his voice deep and powerful: "After this is accomplished, we can provide you with more resources and information to help you gain a foothold in the Four Provinces."

The shadow was silent for a moment, then laughed slyly, "Alright, deal. Remember, if you dare to cheat, the Divine Lord's wrath will reduce the entire Xuanling Sect to ashes."

While Immortal Master Mengze and True Lord Xuansu were conspiring with the demon envoys, the disciples of the Shadow Hall of the Bishui Sect had quietly approached the cave.

Their movements were light and swift, making no sound. "Elder Chen, we've located the target. Should we proceed immediately?" a disciple whispered.

Elder Chen nodded, a cold light flashing in his eyes: "Action! We must catch all those traitors who are colluding with the demons!"

The disciples of the Shadow Hall immediately rushed into the cave like arrows from a bow. However, just as they were about to launch their attack, a powerful aura suddenly erupted in the cave.

The figure of Immortal Master Meng Ze appeared like a ghost, and a cold light flashed in his eyes. He had already sensed the approach of the Shadow Hall and reacted immediately.

"Retreat!" Immortal Master Mengze shouted in a low voice, and his figure instantly disappeared from the spot. True Lord Xuansu and the demon envoy followed closely behind and left the scene.

The disciples of the Shadow Hall rushed into the cave, but found it empty.

They only caught a trace of lingering demonic energy and some residual spiritual power fluctuations, which clearly showed that someone had just left.

"Elder Chen, there were people here just now, but now..." A disciple of the Shadow Hall reported in a low voice, with a hint of annoyance in his tone.

Elder Chen's eyes flashed with a sharpness. He knew that they were a step too late. He looked around, trying to find any possible clues.

At the same time, there was another commotion all around, and a large group of people suddenly appeared outside and surrounded the place.

Elder Chen turned around and met the eyes of the Xuanling Sect's secret sentry leader who was walking out of the team.

"People from the Shadow Hall, what do you mean?" The leader of the Xuanling Sect's secret sentries spoke calmly, but his eyes were filled with an unkind scrutiny.

Elder Chen turned and faced the Xuanling Sect's secret sentry leader, a look of solemnity on his face. "We tracked down a traitor who was colluding with the demons, but found that he was gone."

The leader of the Xuanling Sect's secret sentries frowned slightly. He knew that what Elder Chen said was true, but this incident happened within the Xuanling Sect's sphere of influence, so they had to take the initiative.

At the same time, a disciple stepped forward quickly and showed the retrieved information to the leader.

Du Kang swept his spiritual sense over the area and said calmly, "Elder Chen, this happened on the territory of my Xuanling Sect. We will handle it ourselves."

Du Kang's statement was an unquestionable one, and Elder Chen nodded. He understood that under such circumstances, it would be inappropriate to clash with the people of Xuanling Sect.

However, Elder Chen showed a kind smile on his face, "Since we are here, I am willing to lend a hand to Elder Du and investigate this matter together."

The leader of the Xuanling Sect's secret sentries frowned slightly, but nodded. "Then let's act together and get to the bottom of this matter."

Disciples from both sects began to disperse throughout the dense forest, hoping to find some clues. Elder Chen and the Xuanling Sect's secret sentry leader remained at the cave entrance, continuing to discuss their next plan of action.

On the other side, in the meeting hall of Xuanling Sect, Immortal Master Jiyun sat in the main seat. In front of him was a jade slip emitting faint starlight. This was the prophecy that Immortal Master Yunhua of Xingchen Sect had just sent.

The ancient text engraved on the jade slip emits a faint glow, as if echoing with the stars, foreshadowing future good or bad luck.

The prophecy reads as follows: "The secrets of heaven are turning, the stars are fading, the sects are in turmoil, and undercurrents are surging. Ice and fire are not yet in harmony, and the inner and outer are strife. Dragons fight in the wild, and their blood is dark yellow."

Immortal Master Jiyun frowned, he could feel the deep meaning contained in this prophecy.

The rotation of destiny indicates that changes are coming; the hidden stars suggest the turmoil within the sect; the ice and fire may refer to internal contradictions and conflicts; and the dragon fighting in the wild is a symbol of the power struggle.