Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8392: Momentum (1)

Yet, the bloodsucker team skipped the arena competition on this occasion. It wasn't due to a lack of desire to join, but rather an inability to do so. Their power was impressive, with certain members even eligible for the arena fights. Still, once the sect discovered their exceptional might and seamless teamwork, they whisked them off for specialized training. Zhao Hai hadn't foreseen this turn of events. That said, he felt genuine joy for their opportunity. Receiving such focused training from the sect showed how highly they were regarded. It was undoubtedly a positive development.

Positioned in the blood Buddha Temple's square, Zhao Hai gazed toward the distant forest Hall. A sturdy wall encircled the forest Hall, blocking any view of its interior activities. Unlike the blood Buddha Temple, it lacked an open square, leaving observers uncertain if the temple's disciples waited outside as well. All that was visible was the grand main hall, with everything else concealed.

About 3000 meters separated the blood Buddha Temple from the Sen Luo Temple. The expanse between them lay barren and open, while cultivators packed the flanking spectator areas. Some hovered mid-air, others perched on massive ritual artifacts. All eyes fixed on Zhao Hai and the Sen Luo Temple, with fingers pointing and murmurs rippling through the crowd.

"See that? That's the blood Buddha Temple from the bloody massacre sect. Word is, it's the magical artifact belonging to the blood Buddha, one of the sect's eight great elders. Clearly, the bloody massacre sect is treating this with utmost seriousness. Even the blood Buddha, among the eight great elders, has shown up in person. I wonder if we'll witness such a powerhouse in combat."

"You're mistaken there. It's not the eight great elders anymore—it's six. Two of the bloody massacre sect's eight great elders got executed for treason against the sect. Honestly, the blood slaughter sect folks are ruthless. They don't just target outsiders; they're brutal to their own ranks too. In any other faction, those eight great elders would stand as the pinnacle of strength. But they offed them without hesitation. That's the blood slaughter sect's style—utterly merciless."

"Hmph, treason against the sect counts as a grave offense. Across any sect, it's punishable by death. Regardless of the culprit's status, if you've got the means, you eliminate them without mercy. But your intel seems off. Of those two traitorous elders, one was slain, while the other simply vanished. No trace of him has turned up. The blood kill sect views this as a humiliation, so they've kept it under wraps from the public."

"Oh? Brother, you're remarkably plugged in. How'd you uncover details like that? I can't confirm if it's accurate, though. The bloody massacre sect ranks among the top ten sects. Sure, internal conflicts weakened them, but even a weakened giant outmatches a mere horse. Tracking down a single person should be straightforward for them—how'd they let him slip away?"

"Hahaha, I'll grant that the blood slaughter sect holds strong, and their power is undeniable. Just observe how the other major sects banded together this time yet still can't overpower them; that speaks volumes about their might. But don't dismiss the escaped elder lightly. Rumors say he's exceptionally formidable. Plus, with the other major sects uniting against the blood slaughter sect afterward, they lacked the bandwidth to hunt him down. It's no surprise they lost his trail. My source on this is rock-solid reliable."

"Check out the Sen Luo Temple—it's an uncommon appearance. I hear it's the prized treasure of the 13 Family Alliance. Though the Yu family typically controls it, it remains the alliance's core asset. The alliance owes its very survival to this magical weapon. Bringing it here this time signals they're taking the arena even more gravely than the bloody massacre sect."

"Naturally, they'll invest more effort. A loss here means facing the blood slaughter sect's onslaught without aid from the other sects. The 13 Family Alliance packs a punch, but do you really believe they can stand against the blood slaughter sect? From the start, the thirteen families' alliance served as a pawn in someone else's game. They might've harbored those ambitions back then, but now they're risking everything for a ploy that's backfiring spectacularly."

"Heard the latest? It looks like the major sects have dispatched their own to bolster the thirteen families' Alliance—all elite legacy disciples. They've handpicked top talents from their ranks to reinforce the thirteen families' Alliance, aiming to secure victory in this Arena War. So, this isn't merely the thirteen families clashing with the blood slaughter sect; it's a united front from all the big sects targeting the blood slaughter sect."

"What thirteen families' Alliance versus the blood slaughter sect? Right from the outset, multiple major sects allied to confront the blood slaughter sect. In this arena showdown, they're up against the full array of major sects, not solely the thirteen families. This is a high-stakes wager pitting the blood slaughter sect against the collective might of the other powers. Your take on it misses the mark."

"Ah? If that's the situation, how can the blood slaughter sect possibly hold its own? Reports claim seven major sects are arrayed against the blood slaughter sect. That leaves out only the blood slaughter sect itself, its staunchest ally the giant demon sect, and the Rahu sect—which has steered clear of all these skirmishes. Every other major sect is in, alongside hordes of smaller and mid-tier ones. Doesn't that spell the blood slaughter sect battling alone against an overwhelming horde? Can they pull off a win?"

"Hmph, they've already triumphed. By cornering all the major sects into resorting to this arena tactic instead of direct assaults on the thirteen Family Alliance, they've gained the upper hand. If those sects truly believed they could wipe out the blood slaughter sect, would they allow things to play out on their terms?"

Endless chatter echoed among the onlooker cultivators. Zhao Hai caught every word, yet it left him utterly unmoved. Whatever opinions they voiced, none could sway him. His sole focus remained on confronting the foes ahead. Such idle rumors held zero sway over him.

The arena bout was nearing its start, yet the Sen Luo Temple showed no signs of activity. Zhao Hai recognized this as his rivals' attempt to erode their morale through delay. He remained unfazed. While such tactics might unsettle opponents at times, they rarely proved game-changing, leaving him unworried about any lurking schemes.

Gradually, Zhao Hai shut his eyes, tuning out the external clamor. He stood motionless, as though merging seamlessly with the surrounding world. Nearby spectators quickly spotted his demeanor. The core disciples, too, found themselves influenced, their restless energies easing into tranquility. Like Zhao Hai, many began closing their eyes. Silence enveloped the blood Buddha Temple's square, so profound that the fall of a needle would echo. This serene vibe gradually rippled outward, drawing the attention of the gathered audience. Veteran experts among the watchers grew solemn upon witnessing the scene.

In the midst of the observing cultivators floated a ship-like grand celestial artifact. It appeared rather plain at first glance, but a distinctive emblem adorned it—one no one dared overlook. That symbol belonged to the night Demon, signifying a renowned yet enigmatic sect: the Rahu sect.

Ranking among the blood sea realm's top ten sects, the Rahu sect's prowess went without question. What set them apart was their profound secrecy. The Rahu sect's domain served as a no-go zone for outsiders from other sects. Those who ventured in seldom emerged, and even survivors faced relentless pursuit from the Rahu sect. Thus, no one dared infiltrate their lands to gather intelligence.

That secrecy didn't imply isolation from worldly affairs, however. In truth, the Rahu sect commanded the most extensive spy network across all blood sea realm sects. Even the corpse demon sect, famed as the bloody massacre sect's foremost power, paled in comparison. With an event of this magnitude unfolding, their absence was unthinkable. That modest-looking ship-shaped magical artifact hailed from the Rahu sect. Its emblem was instantly recognizable, prompting everyone to keep a wide berth.

A cluster of Rahu sect cultivators clad in brief black robes led the group. Observing the bloody massacre sect disciples in the blood Buddha Temple square, their leader couldn't hold back a murmur of admiration: "The core disciples of the bloody massacre sect show real mettle."

His remark drew immediate glances from his companions. They shifted their focus toward the blood Buddha Temple. Upon noting the composed stance of the bloody massacre sect's core disciples in the square, they drew sharp breaths in astonishment. Then, a figure standing behind the leader commented, "Impressive indeed. Maintaining such poise under these circumstances is no small feat. The other major sects aimed to unsettle the bloody massacre sect by withholding their disciples and letting impatience build, but that strategy has backfired. Far from growing agitated, the bloody massacre sect remains utterly steady. Now, the pressure mounts on their opponents instead."

"Earlier, the blood slaughter sect folks weren't displaying this level of composure. It all stems from that Zhao Hai. Heh, the moniker blood ghost suits him well. No surprise the other sects are out for his head. His conduct truly merits the scrutiny of those powerhouse sects. Still, by holing up in the Sen Luo Temple, they're openly backing the 13 families' Alliance. It won't prove simple. Those sects could continue aiding the thirteen families covertly."

"Heh, that's precisely the outcome the blood slaughter sect desires. Should those sects hesitate to offer overt support to the 13 families' Alliance, the blood slaughter sect claims victory. Then, they can launch unhindered strikes against the 13 families' Alliance. I've noticed the blood slaughter sect seems sharper these days. Fascinating turn. This round, the blood slaughter sect shattered the seven major sects' coalition and crushed the 13 families' Alliance at the western defensive line. Outwardly, they relied on bizarre tactics and raw power, but clever maneuvers underpinned it all. Such subtlety is unusual for the bloody massacre sect."