Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1242 - 577: Evolution Conference

Guan Maocai's pronouncements struck the assembled individuals like a thunderbolt.

"Instead of confronting Yangshan Liang Yuan, you propose challenging the Spiritual Ability Sect and Water God Sect?"

"What logic underpins this decision?" Shu Zhanyue inquired, intrigued.

Xia Yutian couldn’t hold back his question, "Teacher Guan, what is your strategy?"

The others remained silent, their gazes fixed on Guan Maocai, awaiting his exposition.

Guan Maocai offered a smile. "Distinguished colleagues, Yangshan Liang Yuan appears formidable, yet both the Three Great Sects have launched two assaults on Yangshan, each resulting in severe losses without achieving their objectives."

"On the first occasion, Liang Yuan’s primary attribute hadn't even surpassed 100 points, yet he managed to subdue Han Tai and his allies."

"And in a mere month, he has not only reached the 100-point threshold but also forged a Dark Attribute Floating Island."

"Coupled with the Spatial Floating Island of Yangshan's Space King, Yangshan now commands two Floating Islands."

"Given sufficient time, their growth is inevitable."

Autumn Priest Wu Qiuyue posed a question, "Teacher Guan, you yourself stated he requires time; why then do we not eliminate him before he evolves into a significant threat?"

Winter Priest Wu Dongdong added his concurrence, "Qiuyue's reasoning is sound; I concur entirely."

Wu Dongdong’s words went unnoticed by most, as everyone present recognized the Winter Priest as nothing more than a sycophant to the Autumn Priest.

It was evident that, as a high-ranking member of the Earth Mother Sect, he could have pursued any woman he desired.

Yet, he chose to remain a subservient follower, dedicating himself to fawning over Wu Qiuyue.

The men in the vicinity inwardly dismissed him with disdain.

Nevertheless, Wu Dongdong possessed a unique superpower; his capability resided in a rare Ice Attribute Superpower, proving highly effective against the Water God Sect.

Furthermore, he held certain familial ties to Shi Lianhai, which was the reason for his appointment as Winter Priest.

Shi Lianhai cast a brief glance at his distant, inept relative, offering no comment.

Considering their familial connection, he had extended considerable assistance.

However, as the Earth Mother Sect expanded, a greater need for standardization arose.

If this relative continued to be utterly incompetent, Shi Lianhai would no longer feel obligated to support him.

At this juncture, Guan Maocai let out a chuckle. "If we possessed the means to eliminate him, do you not believe we would have already done so? What prevents Liang Yuan's downfall, even now?"

"Have you not contemplated the possibility that this Liang Yuan is far more complex than you perceive?"

"Naturally, that is but one consideration; my primary objective lies elsewhere."

Guan Maocai's eyes sparkled with astute intelligence as he smiled. "Should we vanquish Liang Yuan and obliterate Yangshan, we would be compelled to share Yangshan's resources with the Spiritual Ability Sect and the Water God Sect. How much would remain in our possession?"

"However, if Yangshan inflicts substantial damage upon either the Water God Sect or the Spiritual Ability Sect, resulting in the demise of one, it would profoundly alter the landscape for us."

"What alteration do you speak of?"

The others contemplated his words, while Wu Qiuyue directly sought clarification.

"Yangshan is situated in the New District, excessively distant from Guangfu, and its topography is inferior to that of Guangfu. By next summer, with the melting ice and snow, it is likely to be submerged."

"Guangfu, conversely, is different. Our stronghold is in Guangfu, yet we are encircled by the Water God Sect, the Spiritual Ability Sect, and military forces."

"If we do not first solidify our own base, why then should we be hasty in expanding outwards?"

"Should we succeed in eliminating the Water God Sect and the Spiritual Ability Sect, the advantages reaped would be far more substantial."

"Our territory would expand manifold, and our population would increase severalfold."

"At that juncture, we would no longer need to fret about any adversaries disturbing our slumber."

Upon hearing Guan Maocai’s strategic insight, the expressions of those present gradually brightened.

Indeed, when contrasted with the elimination of Yangshan Liang Yuan, the destruction of the Water God Sect and the Spiritual Ability Sect presented a significantly more advantageous return on investment.

"Teacher Guan's strategy is truly ingenious," Shu Zhanyue exclaimed, erupting into applause.

Li Chunhua also chimed in, "Teacher Guan is undoubtedly the mastermind of our Earth Mother Sect. With this plan, we can firmly establish the Earth Mother Sect's dominance in Guangfu."

Xia Yutian immediately proposed, "Teacher Guan, shall I proceed to contact Yangshan Liang Yuan?"

Guan Maocai chuckled and gestured dismissively. "No need for haste. At times, undertaking endeavors is akin to playing chess; seizing the initiative does not guarantee victory."

"A premature sacrifice of a pawn may not necessarily capture the opponent's piece."

"Let us first consolidate Cangfu Mountain and rectify the disorder left by Lin Tianci and his associates."

"Merely wait; the Water God Sect and the Spiritual Ability Sect will soon find themselves unable to remain complacent."

Laughter echoed all around.

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Deep within the Mide Mountain forest, numerous structures resembling villages are spread across the terrain.

A massive hall, excavated directly into the mountainside, gleams with incandescent lamps lining its walls, casting illumination throughout the expansive space.

The hall's interior boasts a minimalist design, featuring layered stone slabs for flooring and adjacent stone dwellings.

Despite this, the overall aesthetic retains a raw, primal ambiance.

Dominating the hall's very center is a colossal stone statue.

This statue depicts a dagger, entwined by a blood-red, leech-like mutant creature. Carvings of water droplets are situated beneath it, with the entire monument standing within a modest pool.

The surrounding area is an open plaza, marked by orderly stone pillars and an array of priestly artifacts, such as skulls, meticulously arranged.

This sacred space is known as the Blood Locust Square, the spiritual heart of the Spiritual Ability Sect.

The Spiritual Ability Sect possesses the smallest number of adherents among the Guangfu Three Great Sects.

Their doctrines stand in stark contrast to those of the other two sects.

Every member of the Spiritual Ability Sect adheres to the survival tenet of nature's law: might makes right.

Those who endure under such stringent jungle rules are invariably profoundly self-serving individuals.

Consequently, such a collective is inherently predisposed against growth and expansion.

This characteristic directly contributes to their consistent defeats in the contests for the Floating Island.

The vast square before them serves as the Spiritual Ability Sect's designated priest arena.

It is also recognized as an animal fighting ring.

To be initiated into the Spiritual Ability Sect, neophytes must endure a triple trial of blood baptism.

This combat arena constitutes one of these trials.

When considering individual combat prowess, the disciples of the Spiritual Ability Sect are undeniably formidable.

However, precisely due to their formidable individual strength, they struggle to achieve coordinated large-scale assaults.

In terms of collective operational capability, the Spiritual Ability Sect is widely regarded as the weakest.

Currently, within the headquarters of the Spiritual Ability Sect—a three-story structure featuring cave-like halls—

Huo Guodong, the Sect Leader of the Spiritual Ability Sect, sat with a visibly displeased expression.

Opposite him were the four chairmen of the Evolution Conference.

The Evolution Conference initially comprised seven members: Zeng Guoqiang, Zhang Mi, Li Shengnan, Zhou Tiandu, Ye Zhixuan, Han Tianzong, and Fu Yuanhang.

Tragically, Zeng Guoqiang met his demise at the hands of Liang Yuan during the initial Yangshan invasion.

From that point onward, the Spiritual Ability Sect and Yangshan became sworn enemies.

On the Abyssal Mouth's Floating Island, Zhang Mi suffered a defeat against Liang Yuan during their struggle for the heart core. Subsequently, he tore open the shadow world, instigated chaos, and vanished.

His presence here now indicates he too managed to escape the island.

Furthermore, Li Shengnan and Zhou Tiandu delivered reports of their impending deaths yesterday, having succumbed to Liang Yuan of Yangshan.

The remaining chairmen from the Evolution Conference present are Zhang Mi, Ye Zhixuan, Han Tianzong, and Fu Yuanhang.

This dire situation fuels Huo Guodong's intense anger.

"The Evolution Conference, seven chairmen, and now only four of you remain alive!"

"Is Liang Yuan of Yangshan truly that difficult to vanquish?" Huo Guodong inquired with frustration.

Ye Zhixuan responded, "It appears he possesses considerable skill. Zeng Guoqiang's superpower was not insignificant, granting him adaptability to various environments; ordinary superpower users simply cannot match him."

"However, given he could not escape and perished in Yangshan, it underscores the formidable power of this Liang Yuan from Yangshan."

Han Tianzong remained silent, while Fu Yuanhang directed his gaze towards Zhang Mi, remarking, "Zhang Mi, among us, you are the only one who has directly confronted this leader from Yangshan."

"Logically, you should be the most acquainted with him. What is your assessment of his capabilities?"

Zhang Mi, though seated there, could be almost subconsciously overlooked if he chose not to speak. He was enveloped in a dark aura, possessing a very subdued presence.

He stated solemnly, "Extremely powerful!"

"How powerful?" Fu Yuanhang immediately pressed.

"More powerful than anyone present."

A subtle frown touched the faces of everyone present. Although no words were uttered, their skepticism was evident.

They comprised the upper echelon of the Spiritual Ability Sect, formidable individuals who had emerged victorious from countless challenges.

Naturally, they found it difficult to accept such a pronouncement from someone they had never personally fought.

Huo Guodong, adopting a cautious tone, inquired, "Zhang Mi, I have also reviewed your prior reports. You mentioned that before this individual boarded the Floating Island, his primary attribute surpassed 90 points, and he appears to be a Spirit Ability User?"

"Then how did he manage to escape from the Abyssal Mouth's Floating Island?"

Zhang Mi stated with utmost seriousness, "I am also unclear about this matter; he harbors many secrets."

"Furthermore, after his return to Yangshan following a month and a half, he revealed a staggering combat attribute reaching 100 points. This likely signifies that he has obtained the core of the Abyssal Mouth's Floating Island."

"It is highly probable that the formidable black dragon residing on that Floating Island met its demise at his hands."

"It is hardly an injustice for both Zhou Tiandu and Li Shengnan to have fallen before him."

Zhang Mi offered his considered assessment.

Huo Guodong's brows knitted together, and he declared gravely, "So, this small Yangshan now commands control over two Floating Islands?"

"Li Qinghua oversees the Spatial Floating Island, while Liang possesses a Dark Attribute Enhanced Floating Island."

"Coupled with his personal combat power of 100 points in his primary attribute, Yangshan has indeed experienced remarkable prosperity."

"Are we to simply overlook the severe losses our Spiritual Ability Sect has endured?"

The few individuals present immediately commenced their discussions.

"Having suffered defeat twice now in our attempts to acquire Floating Islands, the entire Guangfu region is uncertain how to perceive us."

"This situation is exceedingly detrimental to the propagation and influence of our Spiritual Ability Sect."

"Moreover, both the Water God Sect and the Earth Mother Sect each possess a Floating Island, while our Spiritual Ability Sect remains without one."

"If this trend persists, we risk completely falling from the ranks of the Three Great Sects, and in the future, Guangfu may only recognize two prominent sects."

As he absorbed their dialogue, Huo Guodong's disquiet grew more pronounced.

Just as his temper began to fray, an urgent report arrived from the courtyard.

"Sect Leader, esteemed chairmen, the Deputy Corps Leader of the Water God Sect's Pure Water Holy Corps, Zheng Yunchao, humbly requests an audience with the Sect Leader!"