Divine Replication System

"Didn't he mention that when he subdued the Elemental Spirit Sect?"    

"Now, with Senior Lin's formidable strength witnessed by all, it's clear we stand no chance against him.    

Once the Devil Cloud Sect falls, it's likely that we, the four sects, will be next in line."    

"What will we do then?"    

"…"    

The leaders of the East Saint Sect, Canglan Sect, Purple Cauldron Sect, and Thunder Yang Pavilion had intentionally excluded the Elemental Spirit Sect, engaging in a quiet exchange through divine sense. Their conversation was tinged with anxiety.    

Lin Xuan's combat prowess was frighteningly potent, possibly at the level of a Half-level Emperor—a force that could be seen as a dimension-shattering blow to the Dongyuan Continent. No one on the continent could stand against it.    

This realization prompted a shift in their perspective. They no longer saw the Devil Cloud Sect as having any advantage or being unbeatable. Instead, they viewed the impending downfall of the Devil Cloud Sect as an expected outcome.    

The scourge of the Dongyuan Continent, their formidable foe, was on the verge of being vanquished. Yet, the leaders of the Four Great Powers found no joy in this prospect.    

Lin Xuan's ambitions were blatantly obvious. He had first effortlessly dominated the Elemental Spirit Sect. Then, leveraging his influence, he coerced the remaining four sects to deploy their forces and besiege the Devil Cloud Sect.    

But what would become of them after the Devil Cloud Sect was dealt with? What fate awaited the four sects?    

Ambition in itself wasn't frightening; the real fear lay in possessing the power to fulfill those ambitions. And Lin Xuan was exactly that kind of individual.    

When the time came for Lin Xuan to demand the unification of the continent and the submission of the four sects, how should they respond? With the destruction of the Devil Cloud Sect serving as a stark warning, any thoughts of resistance could lead to a dire end.    

They dared not contemplate further. Their only hope was to rely on Lin Xuan's benevolence or that his ambitions might not be as grand as they feared.    

With a silent sigh, they resolved to take things one step at a time.    

Ahead, Lin Xuan observed the various reactions around him. Below, the senior members of the Devil Cloud Sect were visibly shaken, their eyes wide with terror. At a distance, the myriad warriors from the five major powers looked on with a mix of awe and respect.    

He nodded in satisfaction; this was precisely the impact he had intended. True authority was only demonstrated through contrast. The protective formation of the Devil Cloud Sect had never been a concern for him; he had merely used it to assert his dominance. It served to ensure that the East Saint Sect and the other major powers would be more compliant and heed his commands, sparing him any unnecessary effort. But now, it had outlived its usefulness and needed to be addressed.    

Lin Xuan's expression turned icy. This was a faction under the control of the Demon Essence Race's hybrids, acting as their spies, aiding tyranny, and threatening the continent and humanity. They could not be overlooked.    

Yet, Lin Xuan did not launch a martial attack right away. Instead, he swiftly moved to the edge of the Devil Cloud Sect's black and red protective shield. He reached out, touching the barrier. The formidable energy it emitted was something most Emperor Level Martial Cultivators could hardly withstand, but for Lin Xuan, it posed no challenge.    

His actions greatly alarmed Mo Ying and the other Devil Cloud Sect leaders. "Senior, surely there's a way to resolve this amicably. If there's any compensation you desire, please speak freely, and we can negotiate," Mo Ying implored, his tone shifting once more as he bowed his head, reverting to addressing Lin Xuan as 'Senior.' "Our Devil Cloud Sect has an abundance of treasures, including pills, Spirit weapons, spirit stones, and minerals. If Senior would spare our sect, we are willing to offer all our accumulated wealth and savings over the years as reparation."    

Mo Ying's change in demeanor was no accident; it stemmed from the information he had gathered about Lin Xuan. Lin Xuan had previously brought the Elemental Spirit Sect to heel, claiming nearly all their wealth. It stood to reason that acquiring such riches was among Lin Xuan's objectives.    

Regarding Lin Xuan's claim that he was privy to the Devil Cloud Sect's deepest secrets, that wasn't entirely set in stone. There's always room for negotiation, especially if the other party has demands. At this juncture, their very lives were at stake, and they had to seize even the slightest chance with all their might.    

"Hehe!" Lin Xuan heard their plea and let out a sneer, showing no interest in responding. Why would I need anything from you? Once I've eradicated the Devil Cloud Sect, all of these will be mine anyway.    

"Senior, you must be from the Central Essence Continent, and you're surely aware of the Demon Aura Hall, the overlord of the Central Essence Continent and one of the two great halls. My Devil Cloud Sect is an extension of the Demon Aura Hall on the Dongyuan Continent. Even though you are a Half-level Emperor, the Demon Aura Hall also boasts numerous Half-level Emperors within its ranks. I implore you, out of respect for the Demon Aura Hall, to spare the Devil Cloud Sect just this once. We are prepared to meet any compensation demands you may have."    

Mo Ying, seeing Lin Xuan's indifference, pressed on. This time, he invoked the Demon Aura Hall, his tone carrying a subtle threat. He understood the influence of the Demon Aura Hall and its ability to intimidate even those at the Half-level Emperor level. However, this tactic could backfire, potentially infuriating the Half-level Emperor. After all, a Half-level Emperor stands at the pinnacle of the entire Tianyuan Continent, and not even the Demon Aura Hall would dare to provoke such a figure lightly.    

But Mo Ying was out of options. His life was on the line, and he was throwing everything he had at the problem.    

"The Demon Aura Hall? I've clashed with a Half-level Emperor from the Demon Aura Hall before. That so-called Mo Yingxiong was left heavily injured by me and had no choice but to flee!" Lin Xuan scoffed dismissively. Truth be told, his own cultivation level had not reached that of a Half-level Emperor. His victory over the Half-level Emperor was indeed factual, but it was achieved with the aid of the protective grand array of Jade Dragon Mountain, not his own innate power. Lin Xuan kept these critical details to himself, carefully concealing them.    

He only spoke of his combat achievements.    

That was the key to the most effective outcome.    

Indeed.    

After Lin Xuan's words, Demon Ying was rendered speechless, his face overtaken by fear and terror.    

As the Sect Master of the Demon Aura Hall's branch on the Dongyuan Continent, Demon Ying was privy to some of the core secrets of the organization.    

For instance, the Demon Aura Hall itself was founded by the offspring of the Demon Essence Race and humans, a group of hybrids that were not esteemed by the Demon Essence Race and were discarded on the Tianyuan Continent.    

They established their own power structure in an attempt to gain favor with the Demon Essence Race.    

Thus, within the Demon Aura Hall, everything revolved around the glory of the Demon Essence Race.    

The purer one's Demon Essence Race bloodline, the higher their standing.    

Likewise, the title of Demon Aura was not one that just any martial artist could claim.    

It was typically bestowed upon those who had ascended to the Half-level Emperor status or those with a high concentration of Demon Essence Race bloodline.    

Although he had not heard the name Demon Aura before, carrying the title suggested a strong possibility of being a Half-level Emperor.    

It was likely that he had only reached this level after arriving on the Dongyuan Continent.    

And according to Lin Xuan's statement,    

he had even severely wounded a Half-level Emperor from the Demon Aura Hall.    

He was not merely a Half-level Emperor; his power was frighteningly superior.    

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