Cultivating with Top Enlightenment Chapter 619 - 282: Beixuan Shaken (Part 4)
Previously on Cultivating with Top Enlightenment...
Ever since the dawn of the Beixuan Domain, the Beixuan Upper Sect had reigned as a supreme power, yet today, its legacy was extinguished by his own hands!
Ning Qi activated a teleportation gate, carving through the void and traversing the distance in an instant. He emerged directly before the teleportation array established near the Infinite Sword Sect.
Without delay, Ning Qi retreated into his private seclusion chamber within the sect grounds.
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The monumental conflict at the Beixuan Upper Sect had been nothing short of cataclysmic.
Even from vast distances, observers could catch glimpses of the devastating struggle.
Naturally, it drew widespread attention, though none dared to venture close. The tremors radiating from the site were far too terrifying—unquestionably a clash involving Integration Realm Giants.
Witnesses could only send urgent messages back to their respective sects, waiting for the chaos to subside before they dared to investigate from afar.
However, the sight that greeted them was no longer the majestic Beixuan Upper Sect.
At this moment, the Beixuan Upper Sect was reduced to a desolate wasteland. Its Sect Protection Array lay in ruins, its Spiritual Qi had bled away into the atmosphere, and not a single soul remained. The silence was haunting.
Shock gripped every witness; the scene was utterly beyond belief.
The Beixuan Upper Sect, which had dominated the Beixuan Domain for countless eras, had actually been wiped out!
This revelation rippled through the entire domain in an instant.
Shortly after, several neighboring sects—all Peak Great Powers—arrived on the scene. Their hearts were consumed by dread. They spared no expense, even burning their own lifespans to activate secret treasures, desperate to deduce the truth of what had transpired.
After all, if even the Beixuan Upper Sect could be eradicated, weren't their own sects in even greater peril?
Fortunately, the results of their divination allowed everyone to breathe a small sigh of relief.
The hazy images revealed the blurred silhouette of an elderly man.
The individual responsible for the destruction of the Beixuan Upper Sect was Lord Zhanxuan, who seemingly arrived seeking vengeance.
In a heartbeat, this news surged across the domain once more, and the name of Lord Zhanxuan was burned into the memories of all.
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The Infinite Sword Sect was, of course, informed of these developments.
The Elder overseeing intelligence was initially paralyzed by disbelief upon receiving the report.
He reached out to other sects repeatedly, and only after multiple confirmations did the reality finally sink in!
Weeping with sheer joy, the Elder immediately brought the report to Vice Sect Leader Cang Wanhe.
"The Heavens have eyes! What incredible fortune!"
Cang Wanhe looked up at the azure sky. Amidst the wandering clouds and the radiant sun, the heavy weight that had pressed upon his heart finally shattered.
He quickly summoned all the Elders and led the group to the seclusion chamber of Sect Leader Ning Qi.
Ning Qi was called out by the assembly, appearing "entirely bewildered" by the commotion.
"Vice Sect Leader, are you claiming the Beixuan Upper Sect has truly been destroyed?"
"Indeed, Sect Leader," Cang Wanhe replied, a grin stretching so wide it nearly reached his ears. "I doubted it myself at first, until I verified it with every other sect."
"Yes, it is the truth. We can all vouch for it."
The surrounding Elders were just as jubilant.
Because of the threat posed by the Integration Realm Giants of the Beixuan Upper Sect, they had intended to seal their mountain peaks for years. They never dreamed the Beixuan Upper Sect would be annihilated so suddenly.
Jiang Ruhai chimed in: "Sect Leader, the one who razed the Beixuan Upper Sect goes by the name Lord Zhanxuan. I have already dispatched Baichuan to the site to personally confirm the details."
True Man Ziyang stroked his long beard and remarked:
"Word is that Lord Zhanxuan is a powerhouse from a different domain who held a deep grudge against the Beixuan Upper Sect. By wiping them out for his own revenge, he has inadvertently delivered our Infinite Sword Sect from a great crisis."
"If Lord Zhanxuan refrains from attacking other sects, we can assume this is true. I propose that the Infinite Sword Sect construct a statue in his honor. What are the Sect Leader’s thoughts?"
Ning Qi stared at True Man Ziyang, wondering if he was being serious.
Nonetheless, he replied: "Very well, we shall proceed with your suggestion. Let Supreme Elder Ziyang oversee the project."
Cang Wanhe then added: "I truly marvel at the luck of our Infinite Sword Sect. While I agree with the statue for Lord Zhanxuan, I believe we must also show gratitude to our Sect Leader."
He paused before continuing: "Observe! Since Sect Leader Ning joined us, we have met with one stroke of good fortune after another. This must be the result of Sect Leader Ning’s immense luck!"
Ning Qi couldn't suppress a smile. It was no wonder this man was the Vice Sect Leader; his ability to flatter was top-tier!
Though he felt quite satisfied internally, he maintained his humble front.
"The Vice Sect Leader shouldn't praise me so much. Luck is a fickle thing. If we rely solely on it, our fortune will eventually run dry."
The gathered Elders nodded in agreement, their respect for Ning Qi deepening.
Their Sect Leader remained composed in the face of monumental shifts and stayed modest; he was truly the lucky charm of the Infinite Sword Sect and a blessing to them all.
They felt that if they were in his position, they would find it difficult to remain so grounded.
Having survived the storm, the Infinite Sword Sect was once again filled with life.
Numerous True Inheritors emerged from their closed-door Cultivation, left in awe by the recent news.
Praise be to Lord Zhanxuan! Praise be to the Sect Leader!
Naturally, Ning Qi also sent a message to the Sword Ancestor, who replied almost instantly.
"You brat, you better not be pulling my leg! The reinforcements I requested are nearly there!"
"Just consider it a pleasure trip. Let them enjoy their visit to the Infinite Sword Sect."
When the members of the Niu Mo Upper Sect arrived, they were understandably stunned.
They had come in force, including Niu Man, White Tiger, and the powerful Ma Long—whom Ning Qi had met in the Profound Truth Secret Realm—alongside their sect’s Integration Realm Giant, Niu Dingtian.
They were shocked to find Ning Qi as the Sect Leader, shocked that he had slain several Great Powers from the Beixuan Upper Sect, and even more shocked that Lord Zhanxuan had finished the job!
That was a top-tier Upper Sect on par with their own. Did that not mean that if Lord Zhanxuan wished, the Niu Mo Upper Sect could also be erased?
However, everyone eventually pushed those dark thoughts aside.
In his capacity as Sect Leader, Ning Qi expressed his gratitude for their willingness to assist. Despite being demons, Niu Man and his kin were profoundly honorable and stood by their word.
Ning Qi then gave them a tour of the Infinite Sword Sect, providing premium wine and immortal delicacies. Both hosts and guests enjoyed the festivities immensely.