Fantasy: Immortality Begins with Absorbing Demons

Chapter 781 The Decision (Part 6)

"The deaths of Cheng Wu and the other two may have been due to their own miscalculations or their greed. But the fundamental reason is only one: they failed to see the true face of the Yuanmiao Sect."

Han Yi continued.

"Yes, the Yuanmiao Sect has never broken its promises. All the rewards it has given out have been fulfilled. But the Yuanmiao Sect has always used outsiders... as cannon fodder to be sacrificed at will."

Cheng Wu and his two companions were like this, and so was our Ten Thousand Beasts Sect. They used coercion, bribery, and even assassination attempts…

"Yuanmiao Sect's goal... isn't it just to force us to make a decision? To force our Ten Thousand Beasts Sect to obey and submit, to force us to lose our resistance, to become puppets, to be manipulated by others. Since that's the case, then we'll grant their wish and make a decision!" Those sitting here now were true allies belonging to the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect, so Han Yi simply stated it plainly.

"The sects have disbanded, or rather, broken up into smaller groups, abandoned their sectarian structure, and gone into hiding. Even the Myriad Beasts Sect is gone, leaving them without a legitimate cause. Let's see what they can do then!"

Emperor Yuanmiao pressed him repeatedly.

Forced to kill Cheng Wu and the other two in order to protect himself.

no doubt.

As long as the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect is still here.

Yuanmiaozong will never let go.

Sooner or later, it will definitely come knocking.

Then why not strike first?

The disbandment of the sect directly deprived Yuanmiao Sect of its target.

This matter may be over.

Even if trouble still comes knocking, at the very least, it will minimize the casualties and losses for the Myriad Beasts Sect.

Han Yi's words were firm and resolute. After he finished speaking, everyone fell silent for a moment, and then immediately began to think.

“That makes sense… but… if the sect is disbanded… then what will become of them?” A hint of pain flashed in Elder Fu’s eyes.

As the old elder of Jingtian Manor, he had poured far too much emotion into the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect.

I witnessed the destruction of Jingtianzhuang firsthand.

He also personally witnessed the rise of the Myriad Beasts Sect from nothing to its gradual rise to power.

Having developed to this point, it has finally gained some momentum.

Seeing that the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect was only one step away from the peak of Jing Tian Manor, he thought he could die with a smile on his face.

As a result, another major change occurred. He could understand Han Yi's decision.

He had a deep-seated grudge against Yuanmiaozong, a grudge that was impossible to resolve.

It was undoubtedly a catastrophe.

Over the course of a thousand years, Yuanmiaozong left a terrifying and powerful impression on the people of Yunzhou.

No one dared to even entertain the thought of confronting it.

However, the sect disbanded...

What should be done about the people?

"This is why I summoned all the core disciples who were away back..." Han Yi said calmly as he walked to the window and stared intently at the large number of elites on the open space of the square.

"I will give them a choice, a choice to freely control their own destiny."

He turned around, his tall frame blocking the window, the majority of his face hidden in the shadows, only his pair of eyes, gleaming with a dark light, stood out. Zhong Yunxiu, Zhong Han, and Elder Fu, the high-ranking officials, exchanged glances, and could only continue listening.

"If anyone wants to leave, leave them enough resources so they can live comfortably for the rest of their lives," Han Yi said calmly.

"As for those who stay..." He paused, "the number of martial arts schools in Huayang City is still a bit too few. Isn't the Martial Alliance, which Meng Ren manages, always complaining about a shortage of people? I think... opening a few dozen more would be just enough."

Why did he insist on supporting the Martial Alliance, putting his own people in power, and holding various talent competitions and training martial arts practitioners despite facing a lot of pressure?

At that time, some people inside the organization had already raised questions.

Ultimately, the martial arts school was a measure taken by Fan Hongchou to consolidate resources and stabilize morale.

In essence, it's still about suppressing sectarian power.

Now that Fan Hongchou is gone, the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect dominates the Huayang area. Keeping some martial arts schools around would be a waste of resources, just creating enemies. Taking over the Martial Alliance, managing the martial arts schools, and suppressing dissidents…

Han Yi employed many methods, measures that were criticized by many at the time... weren't they all for this day?

If the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect were to disband, it would give its members a second option.

Upon hearing this, the senior executives' eyes lit up.

The Myriad Beasts Sect dispersed and split into dozens or even hundreds of martial arts schools, which recruited ordinary people as disciples and developed discreetly.

One possibility is that the lineage can be maintained and preserved as the seed of the Myriad Beasts Sect, to be reunited when the time is right.

Secondly, it allows them to continue practicing martial arts openly and honestly without worrying about encountering suspicion.

Even their origins and identities, controlled by the Martial Alliance, can be completely concealed, and a perfect, flawless intelligence report can be fabricated.

At that time, they will break into smaller groups, hide among the people, attract followers, and recruit disciples. While concealing the lineage of the Myriad Beasts Sect, they will continue to develop.

No matter how strong or domineering the Yuanmiao Sect is.

We can't just go against the tide and massacre an entire city.

After figuring out this part.

They couldn't help but feel even more awe towards Han Yi's attitude.

Even at the height of its power and prosperity, the Myriad Beasts Sect had already considered contingency plans in case of a crisis...

Such discerning eye...

It was foreseeable that today's disaster would occur...

What a far-sighted and visionary perspective that is…

Ignoring the feelings of the crowd, Han Yi continued.

"Besides the road leading to the martial arts school, there's also the road in the prefectural city..."

"Tao Qingtang's place can also accommodate quite a few people, so we can consider it as an expansion into other areas... In addition, there's also the Shadow Hall..." Han Yi continued, speaking at length.

He had made numerous preparations for various crises and threats.

They have a keen sense of smell and a strong sense of crisis.

The current situation was anticipated, so there was no delay in discussing it.

The businesses that Tao Qingtang and Yue Hongying had developed in the prefectural city in the early stages are now gradually improving and have grown in scale, which is exactly the time when they need manpower the most.

In this way, the future of some disciples can be determined.

In addition, Han Yi had established intelligence channels from the very beginning, and secret branches of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect were set up in various major cities of Yunzhou.

The local influential figures, whether merchants, small gangs, or famous families.

On the surface, it appears perfectly normal and has no connection whatsoever with the Myriad Beasts Sect.

In reality, it was used to conceal the protection of the stronghold. With such a layer of camouflage, it was perfectly suited for receiving the dispersed disciples.

Of course, considering the news of the disbandment of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect, and the pressure from the behemoth that is the Yuanmiao Sect.

Perhaps some individuals in these scattered branch strongholds may have their own ulterior motives and ideas.

But this way.

It's much better than being wiped out by Yuanmiaozong.

Time passed slowly, and the sky gradually darkened.

Inside the main hall, the expressions on the faces of several high-ranking officials gradually changed.

What started as doubt and confusion has now transformed into reflection, understanding, and enlightenment.

A heated discussion erupted in the main hall.

The numerous details following the sect's disbandment: personnel, supplies, routes... post-disaster communication, and eventual reunification...

After establishing the general framework.

Finally, the main hall returned to calm.

boom…...

The main hall doors slowly opened from the inside.

Zhong Yunxiu, Zhong Han, Zhang Ruoning, and other high-ranking members of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect filed out, each with a furrowed brow and a solemn expression.

under night.

In the vast and deep white mist that permeated the entire Black Miasma Mountain Range, several bright thin lines suddenly appeared.

A long dragon of torches moved swiftly through the mountains.

Upon closer inspection, the vast majority of people in the long queue were young people with sharp eyes, focused energy, imposing presence, and swift movements.

They traveled in different directions, centered on Black Miasma Mountain, and after leaving the mountainous area, they dispersed in all directions like dandelions. On the inner city wall of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect, Han Yi stood quietly.

He stood with his hands behind his back, his face calm and motionless, silently watching the moving armies within the city below.

Those disciples who could be summoned were the true core members of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect, the true elites.

Those who lack determination or are newcomers who have only been with the company for a few days were not notified at all.

This is to prevent information from being leaked.

However, among these core disciples of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect, only half ultimately chose to stay.

Most of the others chose to leave.

Han Yi could understand what these people were thinking.

They are indeed members of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect, but they are also fathers and children, not just having one identity.

My family, including parents and children, all live near Huayang. Leaving alone means losing contact with them.

Taking family members on the journey is putting loved ones in danger.

A difficult choice.

Few people can be so heartless as to give up everything.

Therefore, most of those who choose to continue following the sect are young people who have not yet started a family or established a career and are full of enthusiasm.

The leaders in charge will properly settle them in various places in Yunzhou, such as Huayang Martial Arts School and the Prefectural City Chamber of Commerce...

After escaping this calamity.

They... are the spark of the future.

Scattered, they are like stars in the sky; gathered, they are like a blazing fire.

That's all.

only…...

Han Yi's expression remained calm, but other thoughts were brewing in his mind.

The Ten Thousand Beasts Sect was developing well and was on the verge of regaining its former glory.

It seems he can finally deliver on the promises he made back then.

result.

He was forced by the Yuanmiao Sect to disband his sect and abandon everything.

He already had a bad impression of Yuan Miaozong.

They all act superior, looking down on people, and even when asked a basic question, they have to rub their fingers together first.

It will make you offer up your money.

This won't work, and that won't work either.

When it comes to asking for money, they are extremely quick to agree.

When he entered the outer courtyard of Yuanmiao Sect with his letter of recommendation, he was ripped off.

This ancient sect... its roots are deeply intertwined, enveloping the entire Yunzhou region.

They are strong enough, and their influence is indeed vast. Perhaps their initial intentions were noble, for the greater good and for justice.

But now...