Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8545 8545: Experiment _1
Previously on Living In Another World With A Farm...
Zhu Yong noticed the group's silence and thus offered a smile before speaking, "Don't get too anxious. The key purpose behind my words is our overly delicate position. Exposing who we are yields no advantages and could lead straight to your death. Therefore, utmost caution is required."
The group remained quiet, simply gazing at Zhu Yong in silence. He continued in a solemn tone, "Okay, I've covered plenty, yet the core issue remains untouched—the young master's true status. Why does the young master bear the title of sect leader? Truthfully, it's straightforward: the young master served as a sect leader from the start, with the Ghostwind bandits merely acting as his followers. In reality, he holds the role of a genuine sect leader. Certain individuals may recall his name, others might not, or could have let it slip their minds. The young master's actual name isn't Zou Xiao, but Zhao Hai. He stands as the foremost Pro-disciple of the bloody massacre sect. Naturally, he also leads it as the present sect leader!"
Zhu Yong delivered these statements with a steady voice, as though discussing something utterly commonplace. Yet, his revelation left the listeners utterly dumbfounded. Naturally, the fame of Zhao Hai and the bloody massacre sect rang familiar to them. Even though that event occurred several years back, its impact lingered profoundly. For the first time in millennia, a sect faced annihilation by divine punishment within the blood sea realm. Moreover, it ranked among the ten major sects there, boasting immense power.
This very fact caused immense astonishment across the blood sea realm whenever divine punishment arose in conversation. Furthermore, the corpse demon sect had nearly claimed unchallenged supremacy over the entire blood sea realm, leveraging these years for explosive growth. At present, their power eclipsed the remaining eight of the nine great sects, establishing unrivaled dominance.
All were aware that the blood slaughter sect's divine retribution stemmed from the corpse demon sect's actions. The assailant was none other than an ancestor descending from the upper realm of the corpse demon sect. This ancestor's strike eradicated the blood slaughter sect entirely, erasing a major faction from the blood sea realm. Such formidable might sent chills through all. Consequently, the corpse demon sect expanded at breakneck speed, securing the pinnacle of strength in the blood sea realm.
Certain discussions still swirled around the blood slaughter sect's potential revival. Some even brought up Zhao Hai from the blood slaughter sect. As the top Pro-disciple in the blood sea realm, Zhao Hai's renown spread far and wide. Nevertheless, none believed Zhao Hai survived. The consensus held that Zhao Hai perished alongside the blood slaughter sect at the hands of upper realm powerhouses. A few even expressed regret over Zhao Hai's fate. In their view, had Zhao Hai lived to pursue further cultivation... ascension to the higher realm seemed inevitable. What a tragic loss.
Given this, they possessed deep knowledge of updates concerning the bloody massacre sect and Zhao Hai. Thus, upon hearing Zhu Yong invoke the names of Zhao Hai and the bloody massacre sect, shock gripped them all. They never anticipated Zhu Yong would reference these two figures, names presumed vanished forever.
Zhu Yong scanned the assembly and declared gravely, "In the past, during the young master's departure from the sect for a task, he chanced upon the Ghostwind bandits' legacy. He then relied on the Ghostwind bandits for survival in the outer world. When calamity struck the blood slaughter sect, the young master remained away, escaping the disaster. Upon his hurried return to the blood slaughter sect, it lay in ruins. The young master rallied the surviving roughly ten thousand disciples of the blood slaughter sect, forging the renewed Ghostwind bandits. Subsequently, he obliterated every sect across the blood River Sea in a single decisive campaign. Through influxes of personnel and supplies, we've built our current foundation. Regarding you all, you now serve as the young master's in-name disciples."
The shock began to fade as the group stared at Zhu Yong in bewilderment. Words escaped them momentarily, overwhelmed by the disclosure. They had gained some insight into the spatial zone's might. The total cultivators within eluded precise count due to their vast numbers. Yet, the count of island Lord level experts stood clear: over a thousand. It proved nearly inconceivable how Zhao Hai achieved this. Mere years—under four—had passed since the blood killer sect's fall. In that brief span, Zhao Hai amassed such formidable forces. Though not matching the nine great sects, this buildup terrified nonetheless. For the presumed-extinct blood killer sect, this resurgence amplified the awe, leaving all astounded.
Across the cultivation world, no sect dared tangle with the blood slaughter sect. They embraced mortal combat without hesitation, ready to stake everything in battle. This ferocity deterred all challengers. Once, seven major sects allied against the blood slaughter sect, only to suffer humiliating defeat. Absent intervention from upper world titans, the blood slaughter sect would endure as a top ten powerhouse. Destruction proved utterly unattainable.
Thus, with Zhao Hai unveiling their prowess under the blood slaughter sect banner, few would risk confrontation. All recognized the blood slaughter sect as a thorny beast—prick it, and suffer the barbs. Now, these individuals had joined as Zhao Hai's in-name disciples. How could astonishment not seize them? This revelation rendered them speechless.
Zhu Yong eyed the group and intoned deeply, "I won't dwell on the young master's prowess; his current level surpasses island Lord far beyond. The weapons you retain serve his trial's purpose. Though your paths in cultivation differ, none follow the blood slaughter sect's methods. This experiment from the young master aims to harness your techniques for tempering killing intent. Yet, your practiced arts ill-suit killing intent refinement. Hence, the young master supplied those arms deliberately. Crafted via a hidden art and infused with your primordial spirit's essence, they aid your growth. His plan sends you to a killing intent-rich locale to infuse it into your tools. This promises greater weapon potency ahead. Admittedly, peril lurks, as killing intent forging traditionally belongs to bloody massacre sect disciples alone. We lack certainty on channeling it through magic tools, so involvement might impact you. Rest easy, though—the young master anticipates all. Should harm arise, he'll excise it personally, sparing your cultivation. Success, however, transforms magic tools space-wide, propelling everyone's strength to new heights. Your choice rests with you."
Zhu Yong fell silent thereafter. The weight of his words pressed on their hearts. Cheng Wanchun abruptly queried, "Mr. Zhu, may I confirm: are we truly the sect master's in-name disciples? Will this trial pose real risks?"
Zhu Yong replied swiftly, "Indeed, you hold the young master's in-name disciple status. This trial carries no true peril. You've integrated into the sect recently, yet your acquired techniques fit perfectly, accelerating your advances. Soon, island Lord level awaits you. Would the young master squander future island Lord experts to Qi deviation? Utterly unthinkable, so banish those fears completely."
Cheng Wanchun nodded firmly, then proclaimed resolutely, "Very well, I consent. As master's disciple and bloody massacre sect member, contributing to the sect is my duty. Sir, lead me onward." With resolve etched on his features, Wan Wanchun rose.
Yet Cheng Wanchun understood the risk he embraced. Bearing Zhao Hai's in-name disciple mark lifelong bound him. Zhao Hai demanded this trial's execution. Refusal would disappoint Zhao Hai, dooming them to perpetual in-name status. But Cheng Wanchun aspired beyond—to true discipleship under Zhao Hai. Thus, he wagered boldly. Better to attempt and possibly thrive, earning Zhao Hai's favor and boundless prospects, than decline and invite ire.
As a rogue cultivator, Cheng Wanchun's prior technique mismatched him poorly. Since entering the space, his power surged. He attributed this to a fitting method, glimpsing island Lord breakthrough. Now, Zhao Hai offered this chance. Shying from danger would render him worthless. This conviction drove Cheng Wanchun's instant acceptance.
Zhu Yong regarded Cheng Wanchun and chuckled warmly. "Excellent, your agreement pleases greatly. Well chosen. Who else commits to this trial? Declining remains viable—you may resume original practices. Retaining in-name disciple role persists, with true discipleship attainable at profound Qi realm. Fear not; the young master's investment in your training endures, undeterred by this. I urge no coerced entry. Voluntarily join if inclined; I'll not compel refusal."
Relief washed over the group at Zhu Yong's assurance. Still, several rose, declaring to Zhu Yong, "Mr. Zhu, count me in!"