Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8347: Agree (1)

The Bloody Massacre Sect initially bypassed the 13 Allied Families—despite them being the most immediate threat—to confront the seven major sects directly. They recognized that the 13 families only possessed the audacity to strike because they were backed by these seven powerhouses. Without that support, their courage would vanish. Strategically, the major sects had to be neutralized first; once they withdrew, the 13 families would cease to be a concern.

Even though the Bloody Massacre Sect successfully fractured the alliance of the seven major sects, they had also caused these powerful organizations to lose significant face. It was necessary to offer them a dignified exit or a target for their frustration. Without a way to vent their anger, the seven sects might actually commit to a fight to the death.

One cannot remain unyielding indefinitely. Strength is merely a tool to reach an objective, and there are moments when flexibility is required. Constant rigidity eventually leads to a breaking point. Consequently, the Bloody Massacre Sect chose to show a degree of compromise by proposing a specific arrangement.

Frustrated and agitated, the representatives of the seven major sects accepted the proposal. They were deeply incensed, particularly by the blatant disrespect shown by Dao Qianzhan. While they had set out to wipe the Bloody Massacre Sect off the map, the sect’s suicidal determination had rattled them. This lingering resentment needed an outlet. The concession offered by the Bloody Massacre Sect provided a path to release this pressure, leading them to agree.

Throughout these negotiations, the 13 Family Alliance—the very group that ignited the conflict—was completely sidelined. They were given no voice and were forced to passively accept the terms. They had no choice; if they refused, the seven major sects would likely abandon their revenge, leaving the 13 families to face the Bloody Massacre Sect’s wrath alone. Thus, they reluctantly complied.

By this stage, every organization within the Blood Sea Realm grasped the situation. It was obvious that this was a coordinated trap set by the seven major sects to devour the Bloody Massacre Sect. However, the Bloody Massacre Sect had dismantled the plot through sheer desperation and grit, a turn of events that caught everyone off guard.

The crisis was largely settled. Although a massive conflict was still destined for the Bloody Massacre Sect’s Western Defense Line, the rules had changed: only low-level cultivators could participate. With top-tier experts barred from the fray, the sect was essentially out of immediate danger.

The seven major sects, however, viewed this as a strategic opportunity. Their agreement to battle at the Western Defense Line was calculated to systematically wipe out the Bloody Massacre Sect’s junior disciples. This was their primary objective.

They were aware that recent internal conflicts had already depleted the Bloody Massacre Sect’s lower ranks. The sect had even been forced to recruit rogue cultivators to bolster their numbers, a move that offered little long-term benefit since such cultivators often possessed limited potential for carrying on a sect's legacy. If the Bloody Massacre Sect suffered heavy casualties among its juniors now, it would face a catastrophic talent shortage in the future.

Unlike the mortal world, the Cultivation world operates on the scale of centuries due to the long lifespans of its practitioners. Realizing they couldn't destroy the Bloody Massacre Sect in a single blow, the seven sects pivoted to a war of attrition. By slaughtering the sect's youth at the Western Defense Line, they would cripple its future. In a few hundred years, a weakened Bloody Massacre Sect would be easy prey.

With this long-term goal in mind, they accepted Dao Qianzhan’s proposal for a restricted engagement. This wouldn't just be a fight for the 13 Family Alliance; all seven major sects intended to deploy their own disciples. By combining their collective strength, they aimed to grind down the Bloody Massacre Sect’s elite juniors until nothing remained, ensuring the sect's eventual downfall.

The Bloody Massacre Sect rejoiced when the agreement was finalized. Their joy stemmed not from the prospect of war, but because the enemy’s reactions mirrored Zhao Hai’s predictions perfectly. Everything was unfolding according to his calculations, leaving the leadership with no cause for concern.

Once the sects confirmed their participation, the Sect Master and the Elders summoned Zhao Hai to headquarters. Any lingering skepticism regarding his judgment had vanished. It was astounding to them that Zhao Hai had accurately mapped out the enemies' motivations and actions. This success deepened their reliance on him, prompting this latest meeting.

When Zhao Hai arrived, the Sect Master and the others observed him in silence for a moment. Zhao Hai remained perfectly composed. Finally, the Sect Master broke the silence with a laugh, "Excellent. Zhao Hai, you have provided a massive service to the sect. The other sects reacted exactly as you anticipated. They have agreed to the proposal and are preparing to turn the Western Defense Line into a slaughterhouse. Now, the next phase depends on you. How is the production of your puppets progressing?"

"Sect Master, we currently operate twenty production lines, allowing us to manufacture 1,000 units daily. I have a stockpile of nearly 200,000 puppets, which should suffice for the opening stages. I intend to maintain this rate. Once the conflict begins, our disciples can harvest the souls of fallen enemies. We can then refine those souls to create more intelligent puppets. Does this meet your approval?" Zhao Hai asked calmly.

The Sect Master nodded in satisfaction. "Very well, proceed as planned. A thousand puppets a day is a staggering rate. The sect has already begun distributing them so the disciples can master their use in combat. You have done an exceptional job."

"I only did my duty, Sect Master. I do not deserve such high praise," Zhao Hai replied modestly. He understood the importance of humility; boasting now would only invite jealousy. By remaining humble, he ensured the leadership would feel more inclined to support and reward him.

The Sect Master smiled. "Enough of that, we know your worth. We called you here today to discuss the puppets and one other concern regarding the war. What if the enemy breaks the agreement and deploys Island Lord-level experts? If they escalate, it could turn into a total war, which would be disastrous for us."

This was a vital concern. Having humiliated the seven sects, there was a risk they might ignore the rules at the Western Defense Line. If Island Lords joined the fray, the resulting chaos would be difficult for the Bloody Massacre Sect to manage.

Zhao Hai responded firmly, "If they deploy Island Lord-level experts, we should not respond in kind at the defense line. Instead, we should withdraw our disciples to the safety of the islands. Simultaneously, I suggest the Sect Master and the Great Elder personally lead an assault using the God Slaying Saber. However, our target should not be the Yin Yang Sect or the others. We should focus exclusively on the Yin Ghost Sect. We will systematically destroy their islands. No matter which sect’s Island Lord interferes, we will only strike the Yin Ghost Sect. This will paralyze the other sects; they won't dare move if they know the Yin Ghost Sect will bear the entire brunt of our retaliation. The Yin Ghost Sect itself would never allow the others to provoke us further if they are the only ones paying the price!"

The leaders were momentarily stunned by this bold strategy. The Sect Master frowned, asking, "Why focus solely on the Yin Ghost Sect? Why not another? We haven't even targeted them in this current conflict."

Zhao Hai explained, "We avoided the Yin Ghost Sect previously to sow discord in their alliance. Now that the alliance is broken, even if they try to reform, they will be riddled with suspicion. Attacking the Yin Yang Sect now would only create a permanent blood feud. Our primary adversaries are the Yin Ghost Sect—our ancient rivals—and the Sharp Sword Sect. These two were the true instigators of this coalition. If we ignore their role now, it makes us look foolish. By focusing our revenge on the Yin Ghost Sect, we achieve two things: we terrify the other sects and we cripple a long-standing enemy. The other sects will stay silent to protect themselves. While the Yin Ghost Sect hates us, they lack the resolve for a true fight to the death right now. They will be forced to endure the loss in silence, and it will breed deep resentment between them and their so-called allies, making future cooperation impossible. If necessary, we could also target the Sharp Sword Sect, but striking the Yin Ghost Sect first sends the clearest message."