C1469 Arrangements
C1469 Arrangements
"Please give your orders, Master of the Palace. I will spare no effort to fulfill them," Wei Zhengzhen, Yang Mao, Cang Shuiyue, and the others responded, bowing deeply. A keen light gleamed in their eyes.
Setting everything else aside, the territories and resources under the control of the Devil Cloud Sect were enough to entice them. It was widely recognized that the Devil Cloud Sect was the most formidable Demon Force on the Dongyuan Continent, second only to the East Saint Sect before its true capabilities were revealed. Once it demonstrated its full power, becoming the uncontested strongest force on the continent, it sparked a war that spread across the land. Numerous sects, clans, and other entities were eradicated and their territories seized. The expanse of land and wealth of resources it encompassed were so vast that not even the five great halls could compare.
After the fall of the Devil Cloud Sect, the resources and territories it left behind were meant to be divided among the five great forces. No other group had the right to claim a share without a peak Emperor Level presence to back them. But now, Lin Xuan had emerged, reclaiming the five great forces and founding Tianyuan Palace. Currently, Tianyuan Palace stands as the preeminent force on the Dongyuan Continent, far surpassing the Devil Cloud Sect. In fact, it could be said that the entire Dongyuan Continent was under the dominion of Tianyuan Palace, effectively making it the de facto ruler.
Although the Million Treasure Pavilion remains an independent entity, unaffected by these shifts in power, it is considered to be on par with the five great halls. They were well-acquainted with the Million Treasure Pavilion and understood that it served as the sole gateway to the Central Essence Continent. It was an outpost established by a significant power from the Central Essence Continent within the Dongyuan Continent. Nevertheless, it steered clear of the power struggles between the major forces, focusing solely on commerce and profit, without exerting any notable influence.
Lin Xuan's might was beyond contention, an enigma that no one could match.
Consequently, Tianyuan Palace stood unrivaled across the Dongyuan Continent, unstoppable by any force.
The Devil Cloud Sect had fallen to Lin Xuan's power.
All that the Devil Cloud Sect had left behind—their lands, their resources—became Lin Xuan's war trophies, rightfully his to allocate.
Gaining even a fraction of these spoils would significantly bolster any sect, enhancing its reach and influence.
Moreover, Lin Xuan had consented to share his practiced martial arts, secret techniques, cultivation methods, and medicinal pills, all part of his victories.
They had witnessed Lin Xuan's formidable strength on numerous occasions.
A mere glimpse of his power was enough to send shivers down their spines, instilling profound fear.
His prowess had long surpassed the peak of the Emperor Level.
Frankly, they were mere ants in Lin Xuan's eyes, insignificant and easily dismissed.
They feared the legendary figures, the Half-level Emperors of the Central Essence Continent, who possessed such fearsome might.
Even the smallest trinket from Lin Xuan's collection could be more than enough to satiate them.
Not only could it help them break through their cultivation levels and boost their strength, but it could also potentially extend their lifespans.
This prospect drew them like moths to a flame.
"Firstly, apart from its main headquarters, the Devil Cloud Sect has branches throughout the provinces of the Dongyuan Continent, each varying in strength but none as formidable as the headquarters.
I command you to eradicate every single branch, leaving no survivors.
We shall measure success by the complete extermination of the sect, sparing not one martial artist."
Mercy was not an option when dealing with these traitors.
"Yes, Hall Master!"
Wei Zhengzhen, Cang Shuiyue, and the others responded.
Even without Lin Xuan's directive, they were prepared to proactively dismantle all branches of the Devil Cloud Sect in the provinces to prevent future threats.
Yet, they had not anticipated Lin Xuan's explicit command for total annihilation.
The depth of his enmity must have been considerable.
"Secondly, with the establishment of Tianyuan Palace and the obliteration of the Devil Cloud Sect, I have brought under control the East Saint Sect, Thunder Yang Pavilion, Purple Cauldron Sect, Elemental Spirit Sect, and Canglan Sect—five major factions.
You must disseminate this news across the continent with utmost urgency.
Let it be known far and wide.
From now on, the Dongyuan Continent will no longer be home to the six great powers, but to a single sovereign: Tianyuan Palace!
However, we will not be holding the sect founding ceremony just yet.
You've likely surmised my origins.
I hail from the Central Essence Continent.
This return is merely to tie up a few loose ends.
Before long, I will go back to the Central Essence Continent.
The Dongyuan Continent and Tianyuan Palace will require a few individuals to oversee its management.
Of course, I have my ways to travel between the Central Essence Continent and Dongyuan Continent with ease.
Should anyone dare to engage in nefarious deeds, they will find no mercy from me.
Lin Xuan spoke with measured calm, revealing his background.
He had no intention of proceeding with the sect founding ceremony.
Despite having the entire continent firmly within his grasp.
The ceremony would be an elaborate and strenuous affair.
Moreover, as the preeminent power in Dongyuan Continent, the ceremony would need to reflect our unmatched status. It would necessitate the construction of an imposing and expansive headquarters.
Even with Emperor Level Martial Cultivators lending their might, such a project could not be completed swiftly.
And Lin Xuan could ill afford to delay.
His objectives had been met.
The future heights Tianyuan Palace might reach are of no consequence.
The only concern is that it remains under his dominion.
"Yes, Palace Master, we will certainly elevate Tianyuan Palace to new heights and honor your trust in us!"
Wei Zhengzhen, Cang Shuiyue, and Elemental Spirit, among others, responded with deep reverence, their expressions betraying no hint of their inner elation.
They were ecstatic, for Lin Xuan was indeed from the fabled heart of Tianyuan Continent, the Central Essence Continent.
Yet, to their surprise, Lin Xuan seemed indifferent to the Dongyuan Continent and would soon return to his homeland.
For them, this was exceptionally good news.
As the Dongyuan Continent's unrivaled martial force, Lin Xuan was its true ruler.
They were all but figureheads beneath his supreme rule, and his power was so immense, resistance was unfathomable.
Lin Xuan's strength was terrifying and unfathomable, to the point where resistance never even crossed their minds. However, Lin Xuan didn't plan on staying in the Dongyuan Continent for much longer. He would be leaving in just a few days. When that time came, even though the five major powers would be gone and Tianyuan Palace would stand as the uncontested ruler of the Dongyuan Continent, without Lin Xuan, Tianyuan Palace would merely be a facade.
The true masters of the continent would still be these seasoned individuals, the peak Emperor Level Martial Cultivators. The situation wouldn't be much different from before, except now they were free from the constant threat of the Devil Cloud Sect. It was an incredibly relieving turn of events. Of course, the facade of Tianyuan Palace needed to be upheld. Lin Xuan was still very much alive and could return at any moment. With his superior martial prowess, Lin Xuan was clearly a cut above them, and his lifespan was significantly longer—he could outlive them all.
In a confrontation with Lin Xuan, they wouldn't stand a chance. Should they step out of line, Lin Xuan could replace them at will. They knew better than to disobey; they had to dutifully carry out Lin Xuan's commands.