Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8344: Remember _1
Previously on Living In Another World With A Farm...
Zhao Hai sat within his cave abode alongside the Sect Master and the other high-ranking figures. Before them rested jade cups brimming with spiritual wine, crafted from the essence of wine spiritual fruits. This juice served as a refined spiritual beverage with a pleasant flavor, making it an excellent choice for hosting guests.
The Sect Master and his companions took measured sips of the spiritual wine. Setting his jade cup down, the Sect Master turned his gaze toward Zhao Hai. "This place of yours is quite impressive, kid. You seem to be enjoying a more tranquil existence than we are. But enough of that; let us discuss the puppets. Since these constructs can already take physical form, they are the most efficient, economical, and rapid to produce. They are clearly our best option."
The others signaled their agreement with nods. Truthfully, the incredible speed at which the puppets were manufactured had left them deeply stunned. They recognized that these machines were the most practical solution currently available. Consequently, none of them raised any objections to the Sect Master’s conclusion.
Fixing his eyes on Zhao Hai, the Sect Master asked, "Tell me, what obstacles stand in the way of mass-producing these puppets? The Sect can assist in resolving those issues. Your only task is to ramp up production." The Sect Master had fully committed to Zhao Hai’s strategy. They required a massive puppet army and needed to accelerate the manufacturing process immediately.
"The difficulties are not insurmountable," Zhao Hai replied in a somber tone. "The primary bottleneck is the Yin souls. Our supply is too limited. Every puppet used in the manufacturing process must house a Yin soul; otherwise, they lack the necessary intelligence to produce high-quality results."
The Sect Master nodded thoughtfully. "Yin souls are a hurdle, but not a fatal one. For now, the Sect will provide a portion of the required souls. Beyond that, you must wait. Once full-scale war erupts, there will be an endless supply of Yin souls to harvest. You can expand production then. Our current numbers will suffice for the short term. If you scale up, I expect you should be able to churn out hundreds of thousands of puppets by the time the real conflict begins, correct?"
"That will not be a problem, Sect Master. You have my word," Zhao Hai answered. While Zhao Hai could have easily infused every puppet with a dark spirit, he refrained from doing so to avoid suspicion. His recent achievements had already drawn significant notice. If anyone began to suspect the existence of his Space, it would lead to disaster.
Scanning the surroundings, the Sect Master spoke in a low voice, "Your island is well-fortified. I doubt anyone could force their way in, and it is clear you prefer your privacy. Therefore, we shall declare this island off-limits to others. Once the puppets are completed, deliver them to Guna. Meanwhile, we must prepare ourselves. If those fools truly dare to strike at us, we will show them no mercy."
everyone present understood the hidden meaning behind the Sect Master’s words. Zhao Hai had previously proposed that they should annihilate the Yin Yang Sect if attacked, a move designed to shatter the alliance of the seven major sects. Should the alliance remain stubborn and continue their assault on the Blood Massacre Sect, the leadership was prepared to follow through and raze the Yin Yang Sect to the ground. From the Sect Master down to the lowliest disciples, the members of the Blood Massacre Sect never feared a fight to the death. Zhao Hai’s ruthless plan aligned perfectly with their nature, earning the Sect’s full support.
Acknowledging the Sect Master’s intent, Zhao Hai said, "This disciple also intends to join the coming battles. Since I have not yet reached the Island Lord level, there are no restrictions on my participation. I will ensure the Thirteen Family Alliance pays a heavy price." Zhao Hai was determined to be on the front lines. He didn't need to stay behind to supervise the puppets, as the Undead Race, Zhu Yong, and Gou’zi were more than capable of managing the production in his absence.
The Sect Master nodded in approval. "As long as puppet production remains on schedule, I have no objections. The cultivation techniques of our Blood Massacre Sect are forged in blood and combat. Hiding away on this island without fighting would only stagnate your progress. It is good that you seek the battlefield."
"Yes," Zhao Hai replied. He realized he had successfully made a strong impression on the Sect Master, which would prove invaluable for his future prospects. He purposely refrained from asking for any rewards. Zhao Hai understood that having the Sect Master and the Elders remember his name was a far greater prize than any material wealth. Their recognition was the ultimate compensation.
The Sect Master looked over at Ha Jing and remarked, "You are truly fortunate to have such a talented grand-disciple. Very well, let us return and prepare for the struggle ahead. I want to see if they truly possess the resolve to face us in a life-and-death struggle. I’ll make sure they bleed first!" With those words, he stood up, and the rest of the group followed him out.
Zhao Hai escorted them to the teleportation formation. The Sect Master and several Elders departed through the array, while Lei Gang remained behind. Once the others had gone, Zhao Hai and Lei Gang returned to the cave abode. After they were seated, Lei Gang took a long draught of wine and let out a heavy sigh. He looked at Zhao Hai and said, "Little Hai, luck is truly on your side. In the past, even I rarely had the chance to see the Sect Master. To think you met him today—you are truly blessed."
Zhao Hai smiled modestly. "It is all thanks to Grandmaster. He must have spoken highly of me to the Sect Master; otherwise, I would never have been noticed." Zhao Hai knew exactly who to thank. Had Ha Jing not summoned him in the first place, this meeting would never have occurred.
Lei Gang nodded with a grin. "Regardless of how it happened, meeting the Sect Master is a major boon. I won't lecture you—just continue doing your work well. The Sect Master has given you his seal of approval, meaning your future path within the Sect will be much easier."
Zhao Hai gave a respectful reply, but Lei Gang’s expression turned serious. "However, you must not neglect your cultivation. Do not become obsessed with these puppets. No matter how powerful they are, they remain external tools. Only your personal strength is absolute. Do you understand?" Lei Gang feared that Zhao Hai might become so distracted by mechanical arts that his Cultivation would suffer.
"I understand, Master. Please rest easy; I know where my priorities lie," Zhao Hai answered instantly. His method of cultivation was unique, as he was constantly progressing without conscious effort, allowing him to focus on other projects without falling behind.
Lei Gang nodded. "I will tell you again: your Third Uncle is stationed here. If danger arises, notify him immediately. If the situation becomes untenable, you must flee. But before you leave, you must destroy the puppet production facilities. We cannot allow other sects to seize such technology."
Zhao Hai agreed. Lei Gang looked toward the horizon and sighed. "Your strategy this time is brilliant. The Blood Massacre Sect is indeed facing a crisis of survival. If the seven major sects remain allied against us, we are in grave peril. I can only hope your plan succeeds."
Zhao Hai spoke with conviction, "It should work. The Corpse Demon Sect is likely not the true mastermind, as they are too distant to profit from our downfall. This plot is more likely the work of the Dark Ghost Sect and the Sharp Sword Sect. However, if the other sects realize they are risking a fight to the death with us for no gain, they will hesitate. Most importantly, by targeting the Yin Yang Sect instead of the primary instigators, we will sow internal discord. Those sects might be willing to cause trouble, but they will never agree to a suicidal war."
Hearing this, Lei Gang felt a sense of relief. He said, "It seems everything is proceeding as you envisioned. If we prevail, the Blood Massacre Sect will finally move past its internal conflicts. When that happens, the Thirteen Family Alliance will find their days of peace are over."
"Toppling the Thirteen Family Alliance won't be simple," Zhao Hai cautioned. "They currently have the backing of the seven major sects. If the seven sects were to abandon them now, it would discourage other subordinate forces from joining them. Therefore, the seven sects will likely protect the alliance to save face. Destroying them will be a challenge."
Lei Gang’s eyes flashed with a cold light as he snorted. "Just wait. We will wipe them out eventually." Lei Gang’s loyalty to the Blood Massacre Sect was absolute, as the Sect had given him everything he possessed. He desired the destruction of the Thirteen Family Alliance more than anyone, even if he knew it would be a long struggle.
Zhao Hai smiled. "Master, we don't have to destroy them all at once. We can dismantle the Thirteen Family Alliance piece by piece. If we do it gradually, even the seven major sects will find it difficult to intervene."
Lei Gang nodded, took another sip of wine, and spoke firmly. "All of that must wait until we survive this crisis. I'm heading back now to finalize our preparations. If it comes down to a desperate struggle, the Blood Massacre Sect fears no one." Lei Gang stood and walked out, with Zhao Hai accompanying him to the teleportation formation. Once Lei Gang vanished, Zhao Hai returned to his cave.
Back inside, Zhao Hai paused to reflect. With a flick of his wrist, he summoned Zhu Yong, Gou’zi, and a large group from the Undead Race. Having spent time together, Zhu Yong and Gou’zi had realized the Undead were far more intelligent than they appeared, and they had developed a good working relationship. This gave Zhao Hai peace of mind.
Once they were gathered, Zhao Hai addressed them. "War is approaching, which means I will be too busy to handle the daily operations of the island. I am entrusting those duties to you. Follow me now to learn the island's layout and systems, and then we will finalize your assignments." Zhu Yong, Gou’zi, and the others acknowledged his orders and followed Zhao Hai to begin their tour of Blood Gale Island.