Divine Replication System

2Lin Xuan's ability to annihilate the Devil Cloud Sect had solidified his position as a figure of invincible and terrifying power on the Dongyuan Continent. It was under his combined threat and allure that the senior members of the five great halls dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to fulfilling their tasks. Without the incentive, only fear would drive them, and though they would still strive to complete their missions, resentment would likely fester, casting doubt on the quality and thoroughness of their efforts.    

    

Before Lin Xuan's meteoric rise and the founding of Tianyuan Palace, six major forces controlled the continent's core and nearly all of its high-level resources. Now, with the Demon Force's Devil Cloud Sect vanquished, its territories and resources lay ripe for division. The remaining five forces were relegated to serving as the five great halls under Tianyuan Palace.    

    

The Eastern Righteous Hall, Elemental Spirit Hall, and the other halls had all tallied the tribute gifts they had collected. In every case, without fail, there were those who succumbed to greed. Despite Lin Xuan having previously demonstrated his formidable power and dominance over the continent, the Grand Elders, ancestors, and figures like Elemental Spirit Son and Wei Zhengzhen had repeatedly emphasized the unique and critical nature of this mission, which was not to be taken lightly.    

    

Nevertheless, some were still lured by greed, leading to their downfall. This provoked the ire of elders like Yang Mao and Wei Zhengzhen, who doled out harsh punishments and took steps to rectify the situation.    

    

Now, only one hall remained under scrutiny. All eyes were fixed in anticipation, eager to witness the outcome. Given that the other four halls had succumbed, it seemed unlikely that the last would escape unscathed. Even Cang Shuiyue and the other high-ranking members of Canglan Hall watched intently, not expecting to outperform their counterparts. Despite differences in gender, these human martial artists shared common thought processes. The frailties and vices inherent in human nature were universal, and the propensity to err was no exception.    

    

The Martial Puppet's expression remained unchanged, unaffected by the identity of the target. It calculated meticulously, and in a short time, the calculations were complete. Throughout this process, the Martial Puppet remained silent, communicating through divine sense.    

    

Upon seeing the outcome, everyone in the hall, including Cang Shuiyue and other senior members of the Canglan Hall, appeared shocked and struggled to accept it. Unlike the four major halls, Canglan Hall had no one who was caught embezzling the congratulatory gifts. Or perhaps the embezzlement was so minimal that it went undetected. Regardless, this unique instance stood out and defied all expectations.    

    

Wei Zhengzhen, Yang Mao, and others could not fathom why issues of greed arose in the Eastern Righteous Hall, Thunder Sun Hall, and the other major halls, indicating that such behavior was widespread and not influenced by one's level of cultivation or status. But why was Canglan Hall an exception? Surely, it wasn't because the warriors of Canglan Hall possessed inherently higher moral fiber? That notion was absurd.    

    

The pursuit of martial arts indeed requires a certain mindset to harness such formidable power, but this has no correlation with so-called character or personal ethics. It all comes down to the individual's will and their determination to stay true to their chosen path. Otherwise, how could the Devil Cloud Sect, notorious for its merciless slaughter and destruction of countless sects and families, produce an Emperor Level Martial Cultivator?    

    

The ways of the heavens are unjust, treating all beings with indifference. Even a person who has committed numerous atrocities can ascend to a high level of cultivation, provided they have unwavering conviction, along with sufficient opportunities, resources, and talent. Conversely, those of noble character are often less represented among high-level martial artists than among those of lower levels. This is because most martial cultivators do not come from privileged backgrounds with abundant resources and martial knowledge.    

    

More often, they come from humble origins, lacking in everything, and must fight to earn their place, gain experience, and persevere. After years of growth, their cultivation and insight improve. Yet, maintaining the purity of heart they had at lower levels of cultivation becomes increasingly challenging.    

    

This matter transcended cultivation, status, life, identity, gender, and more.    

    

That's precisely why Wei Zhengzhen, Yang Mao, the Elemental Spirit Sons, and other senior members of the four great sects were so profoundly shaken and incredulous upon witnessing the outcome.    

    

Even Cang Shuiyue, the revered ancestor of the Canglan Sect, hadn't anticipated this.    

    

Cang Shuiyue had assumed that Canglan Hall's fate would mirror that of Eastern Righteous Hall, Elemental Spirit Hall, and the other four halls.    

    

In his view, the only differences were that Canglan Hall was female-led and had a marginally weaker foundation.    

    

Otherwise, it bore no significant distinction from the other four halls.    

    

"Exemplary! The performance of Canglan Hall has exceeded my expectations. Elder Cang, your management is commendable. Once the Hall Master is informed, I'm confident there will be a reward!"    

    

At that moment, the voice of the Martial Puppet resonated.    

    

The Martial Puppet regained his composure, equally surprised by the turn of events.    

    

Yet, after reflecting for a moment, he grasped the situation.    

    

The Canglan Sect, the precursor to Canglan Hall and unlike the other five sects, was governed by a female martial artist. This made it quite an anomaly, not just among the six great forces, but across the entire Dongyuan Continent.    

    

Despite its strength being sufficient to rank among the six great forces, it was considered the least formidable.    

    

To safeguard its interests, the Canglan Sect had made numerous concessions and suffered losses.    

    

It had arranged marriages with disciples to curry favor with the other five great forces and had rarely engaged in conflicts over interests. It simply maintained its hold over Canglan State, seldom seeking to expand its territories.    

    

The sect had endured its fair share of indignities.    

    

More so than the other five sects, it was acutely aware of the principle that the strong are revered in this world.    

    

Fortuitously, Lin Xuan had recently visited the area where Canglan Hall was located.    

    

He had demonstrated his formidable power there, altering the landscape and freezing thousands of miles in ice.    

    

The two colossal Ice Dragons he summoned, capable of connecting heaven and earth, could easily obliterate the Canglan Hall's stronghold if they descended.    

    

Such might was beyond the comprehension of countless martial artists of Canglan Hall.    

    

Afterward, word spread that Lin Xuan had reclaimed the Azure Wave Hall and founded Tianyuan Palace, thereby unifying the Dongyuan Continent.    

    

This revelation significantly bolstered the reputation of Lin Xuan's strength and status among the countless members of the Azure Wave Hall.    

    

Yet, Lin Xuan did not allow his accomplishments to breed contempt for the Azure Wave Hall. Instead, he regarded them as equals, ensuring that no hierarchy existed among the five great halls.    

    

He even went so far as to reinforce the Azure Wave Hall's sect-protecting array.    

    

This was a clear demonstration of both benevolence and authority.    

    

Subsequently, Lin Xuan commanded the high-ranking officials of the five great halls to collect congratulatory gifts from the Emperor Level forces within their respective domains.    

    

The Azure Wave Hall's leadership executed their duties with diligence and integrity, eschewing any thoughts of corruption.    

    

To the martial artists of the Azure Wave Hall, succumbing to greed for those resources could yield substantial personal gains, but at the cost of considerable risk.    

    

In contrast, abstaining from such greed allowed for steady progress and greater longevity, aligning perfectly with the long-standing ethos of the Azure Wave Hall.    

    

Consequently, it became the rare and singular hall among the six that refrained from any form of corruption.    

    

While Wu Gui's speculation might not be entirely precise, it was certainly close to the mark.    

    

"Thank you for your guidance, Elder Wu Gui. I merely chanced upon this fortune," Cang Shuiyue responded with a gracious smile.    

    

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