Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8651: Time (1)
Previously on Living In Another World With A Farm...
Within the main hall of an island belonging to the Yin Yang sect, Zhao Hai sat, turning to Tie Feng on his left with a smile. "Martial Uncle Tie, we sincerely apologize for concealing our identities from you. Please forgive us!" Zhao Hai understood that Tie Feng was Zhao Wuji's master and a close friend, necessitating politeness despite his current position as the Blood Massacre Sect's leader.
"Enough, enough," Tie Feng said hurriedly. "Sect Master Zhao, you are too kind. We were constrained by the circumstances and had no other choice. We hold no grudges, and you shouldn't either." He sighed inwardly, recalling Zhao Wuji's relationship with Zhao Hai. Before the Blood Massacre Sect's troubles, their bond was strong. Zhao Hai, having just earned the title of the top true disciple in the Blood Sea Realm, had encouraged interactions between Zhao Wuji and Zhao Hai. However, after the sect faced crisis, he presumed Zhao Hai was lost. During that dark period, Zhao Wuji suffered immensely, even killing many from the Corpse Demon Sect, leading to his punishment and exile to Death Warriors Island. Yet, upon his return, Zhao Wuji's demeanor seemed unchanged. At the time, Tie Feng believed Zhao Wuji had come to terms with it. Now, he realized Zhao Hai must have visited Zhao Wuji then.
He didn't fault Zhao Wuji for not disclosing this to him earlier. In Tie Feng's view, Zhao Wuji's decision was rooted in loyalty – protecting a friend's secret. This act only deepened his admiration for Zhao Wuji.
However, he never anticipated that the former number one pro-disciple of the Blood Massacre Sect would ascend to such heights. Now the sect leader himself, his strength was unfathomable, even to Tie Feng. He couldn't help but echo Yao Jianhao's sentiment: the Blood Massacre Sect was truly blessed to have a disciple like Zhao Hai.
Sensing Tie Feng’s acknowledgement, Zhao Hai knew altering his address for Tie Feng wouldn't be simple. He didn't press the issue, instead stating, "Martial Uncle Tie, I summoned you today to discuss our strategy against the Yin Yang sect. Now that our identities are revealed and it's known we consumed the Yin Yang sect, our strength has surged, but we've also become a target for other sects. Our future paths won't be smooth; a misstep could lead to a united front against us, particularly the Corpse Demon Sect. They might regroup, so we must fortify ourselves before they can. Our immediate priority is to resolve the Yin Yang sect situation. To that end, we must annihilate the Yin Yang sect swiftly and decisively."
Upon hearing Zhao Hai's words, Tie Feng's expression grew serious. "The Yin Yang sect is one of the top ten sects, possessing considerable might. Furthermore, they have the Rahu sect's backing this time, making them a formidable opponent. What are your precise plans, Sect Master Zhao?"
Tie Feng was keenly aware that the Yin Yang sect rivaled the Giant Demon Sect in power, and Zhao Hai's faction wouldn't easily overcome them. This inquiry stemmed from his desire to understand Zhao Hai's strategy, knowing a simple frontal assault wouldn't suffice.
Zhao Hai responded with conviction, "Any delay now only benefits our adversaries. We must conclude this matter with utmost urgency. My proposal is direct: we confront the Yin Yang sect head-on. We shall eliminate their top experts in a single, decisive battle, leaving them incapable of resistance."
Tie Feng was taken aback. "That's not entirely unfeasible. The Yin Yang sect's elite forces are currently engaged with the Yin Ghost sect's army on the other side, a considerable distance from us. If we aim for direct confrontation, we must reach them. Provided we can arrive swiftly, dealing with the Yin Yang sect is within reach."
Zhao Hai voiced with conviction, "My urgency to deal with the Yin Yang sect stems from two critical objectives: firstly, to annihilate them and eradicate this persistent threat. Secondly, we face a more formidable adversary, the Grandmaster Yin ghost. Once the Yin Yang sect is vanquished, he will undoubtedly learn of it and seek retribution. The Grandmaster of the Yin Yang sect will also target you. If we don't resolve the Yin Yang sect issue swiftly, the situation will escalate into greater complexity. Therefore, this must be executed with utmost haste. Here's my proposal: upon your return, Martial Uncle, immediately assemble all our forces. We shall then proceed with all possible speed to the Yin Yang sect's territory and encircle their army."
Tie Feng was taken aback. He understood that all teleportation formations within the dark ghost sect's domain were rendered unusable. While formations were still operational in territories secured by Zhao Hai and his allies, their numbers were limited. Mobilizing their considerable forces to the enemy's battlefield presented a logistical challenge. Crucially, they could not materialize directly within the Yin Yang sect's army, as that would alert the enemy, leading to a strategic withdrawal and a protracted, demoralizing conflict.
Consequently, their only viable strategy was to strike from the rear of the Yin Yang sect's forces, encircling them completely to ensure their annihilation. However, the Yin Yang sect's rear remained firmly under their control, rendering even portable teleportation formations ineffective. Under such constraints, reaching the enemy's rear in a timely manner posed a significant hurdle.
Perceiving Tie Feng's apprehension, Zhao Hai reassured him, "Junior Uncle Tie, please proceed to gather everyone. The rapid ascendancy of our Bloody Massacre Sect in such a short span is a testament to our hidden strengths. I give you my word that I can transport everyone. You need not concern yourself with the logistics."
Tie Feng's eyes widened in understanding upon hearing Zhao Hai's words. A realization dawned upon him. He regarded Zhao Hai and inquired, "You refer to the internal space magic tool? If that is indeed the case, then this plan is entirely feasible. Very well, I shall depart immediately to gather our forces." With that, he rose, offered a respectful cupped fist salute to Zhao Hai, and promptly exited.
A smile played on Zhao Hai's lips. After a moment of contemplation, he summoned the bronze automaton. With a transformation, the automaton became a small boat, a vessel Zhao Hai intended to reveal to the members of the Giant Sect. Zhao Wuji was already privy to this secret. Whether Zhao Wuji had disclosed this information to Yao Jianhao was uncertain. Perhaps Zhao Wuji believed Zhao Hai and his companions had already exposed their identities, rendering the secrecy of the boat space moot. In such a scenario, Zhao Hai's continued concealment would be pointless. Thus, he resolved to inform Tie Feng and the others of the boat space's existence.
Once the bronze automaton transformed into the miniature vessel, Zhao Hai boarded it and ascended into the sky. Simultaneously, he orchestrated the assembly of the Bloody Massacre Sect and Giant Demon Sect forces. Zhao Hai directed the Bloody Massacre Sect members to congregate near the Giant Demon Sect, subsequently leading them aboard the small boat. An alternative, albeit slower, method would have involved their individual boarding.
With all personnel safely accommodated within the boat, Zhao Hai escorted Tie Feng and the others into its expansive interior. Upon entering and witnessing the colossal internal dimensions of the boat, they stood in stunned silence. It was then they finally comprehended Zhao Hai's audacious declaration of encircling and destroying the Yin Yang sect.
Zhao Hai graciously invited Tie Feng and the others to be seated in his study. Turning to Tie Feng, he explained with a smile, "Junior Uncle Tie, this vessel was fashioned from several of our Bloody Slaughter Sect's treasured artifacts, including the Sinister Wind Ghost Flag, and other artifacts acquired from the Spirit Array Sect. The space within is remarkably vast, serving as our secure haven throughout these years. It even enables us to traverse the Blood Sea undetected, ensuring our anonymity. "
Tie Feng couldn't help but exclaim, "Not bad, not bad at all. I didn't expect you to be in such a spiritual device. No wonder no one could find you. Great, this is great. With this, we can really destroy the Yin Yang Sect." Tie Feng was not an idiot. He had discovered that the spiritual Qi in this weapon was very dense. He had also seen many courtyards and plants on the mountain. He knew that this internal space was very different from the internal space of their weapons. It was very suitable for cultivators to cultivate and live. No wonder Zhao Hai and the others had not been found all these years. Zhao Hai and the others could enter and leave the blood sea freely. It was indeed impossible to guard against.
Zhao Hai looked at Tie Feng and said with a smile, "We had no choice. In order to make this thing, I used almost everything I had. However, we had no choice at that time. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
Tie Feng nodded and said, "Your decision is correct. If you guys had been moving around in the Blood Sea Realm, I'm afraid you would've been exterminated a long time ago. At that time, in the Blood Sea Realm, whether it was the Corrupt Demon Sect or other sects, they were all targeting you. Although you could hide in our Giant Demon Sect, it's hard to guarantee that you wouldn't be discovered. At that time, I'm afraid that even our Giant Demon Sect cannot protect you. Alas, the news of what happened back then reached our Giant Demon Sect too late. Otherwise, Forefather Corpse Devil wouldn't have succeeded."
Zhao Hai didn't fully believe Tie Feng's words. Even if the Giant Demon Sect was the Blood Slaughter Sect's closest ally, they wouldn't fight the Corrupt Demon Sect for the sake of the Blood Slaughter Sect. Even now, if it weren't for the Blood Slaughter Sect's strength, they wouldn't be able to be their ally. However, Zhao Hai certainly wouldn't say these words out loud. No matter what, they were allies now.
The air within Tie Feng's spiritual device was exceptionally rich with spiritual Qi, a density far surpassing anything he had encountered before. He marveled, "Remarkable! Truly remarkable. To think such a profound artifact remained hidden, rendering you undetectable. This is beyond excellent. With this, the complete annihilation of the Yin Yang Sect is within our grasp." His sharp intellect quickly grasped the implications. The abundance of spiritual Qi, coupled with the presence of numerous courtyards and flora within the mountainous interior, indicated a space of unique cultivation potential, vastly different from ordinary spatial artifacts. It was a haven, perfectly suited for cultivators. This explained, in no small part, why Zhao Hai and his companions had evaded discovery for so long. Their ability to traverse the Blood Sea Realm at will, coupled with this hidden sanctuary, rendered them virtually untouchable.
Zhao Hai offered a smile, meeting Tie Feng's gaze. "Circumstances left us no alternative. The creation of this space consumed nearly all that I possessed. Yet, at that juncture, survival dictated such a drastic measure. The Blood Sea Realm offered no refuge, forcing us to establish this sanctuary."
Tie Feng inclined his head in agreement. "Your chosen path was indeed wise. Had you continued to wander the Blood Sea Realm, extermination would have been a near certainty. At that time, the Corrupt Demon Sect and various other factions within the Blood Sea Realm had set their sights on you. While seeking refuge within our Giant Demon Sect would have offered some protection, discovery remained a distinct possibility. In such a scenario, I fear even the Giant Demon Sect would have been hard-pressed to shield you. Alas, our sect received news of those events too late; otherwise, the Forefather Corpse Devil would never have achieved his aims."
A flicker of doubt crossed Zhao Hai's mind. While the Giant Demon Sect and the Blood Slaughter Sect were allies, he questioned whether the former would truly engage the Corrupt Demon Sect on their behalf. Even now, their alliance was predicated on the Blood Slaughter Sect's burgeoning strength. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai kept these reservations to himself. Regardless of underlying motives, they were indeed allies in the present.
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The ethereal cultivators observed the profound artifact, its interior a testament to Zhao Hai's ingenuity, a self-sustaining world brimming with potent Qi. "This is truly exceptional," Tie Feng declared, a deep admiration in his voice. "To have concealed oneself within such a masterful creation, rendering all attempts to locate you futile. This artifact alone guarantees the subjugation of the Yin Yang Sect." He perceived the unparalleled density of spiritual Qi and the presence of numerous structures and verdant landscapes within, recognizing it as a space far superior to conventional spiritual vessels – an ideal environment for cultivation and habitation. This, he understood, was the key to their prolonged anonymity within the treacherous Blood Sea Realm. Their ability to ingress and egress the sea at will, combined with this sanctuary, made them an elusive and formidable force.
Zhao Hai met Tie Feng’s gaze with a calm smile. "Necessity dictated our actions. The creation of this profound space required the expenditure of almost all my resources. However, we faced no other option then; the Blood Sea Realm offered no sanctuary, compelling us to undertake this endeavor."
Tie Feng nodded in understanding. "Your strategic decision was sound. Had you continued to navigate the Blood Sea Realm openly, your annihilation would have been imminent. At that time, every faction within the Blood Sea Realm, including the Corrupt Demon Sect, had declared you their target. While sanctuary within our Giant Demon Sect could have offered a degree of protection, the risk of discovery would have remained significant. In such a situation, I fear even our sect would have struggled to guarantee your safety. Alas, news of the pivotal events reached the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we known sooner, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded in his nefarious plot."
Zhao Hai harbored a degree of skepticism regarding Tie Feng's declarations. Despite the Giant Demon Sect's status as an ally of the Blood Slaughter Sect, he doubted their willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect on their behalf. Their current alliance, he surmised, was largely contingent upon the Blood Slaughter Sect's escalating power. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai chose not to voice these thoughts. Regardless of the underlying motivations, their alliance remained a present reality.
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You actually hid it here, and you are still in the Foundation Establishment stage. What is this place? This is a spiritual device, right? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!
Tie Feng looked at Zhao Hai and said with a smile, "We had no choice. In order to make this thing, I used almost everything I had. However, we had no choice at that time. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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Tie Feng looked at Zhao Hai and said with a smile, "We had no choice. In order to make this thing, I used almost everything I had. However, we had no choice at that time. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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Tie Feng looked at Zhao Hai and said with a smile, "We had no choice. In order to make this thing, I used almost everything I had. However, we had no choice at that time. There was no place for us in the Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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Tie Feng looked at Zhao Hai and said with a smile, "We had no choice. In order to make this thing, I used almost everything I had. However, we had no choice at that time. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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Tie Feng looked at Zhao Hai and said with a smile, "We had no choice. In order to make this thing, I used almost everything I had. However, we had no choice at that time. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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"So, the foundation is established, and you are still at the Foundation Establishment stage? What is this place? It's a spiritual device, isn't it? It's truly an unparalleled spiritual device! Truly unparalleled! Come, let me examine it!"
"We had no choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile, his gaze steady on Tie Feng. "To create this space, I poured nearly all my resources into it. But at that time, there was no other option. The entire Blood Sea Realm offered us no refuge; we were compelled to establish this sanctuary."
"Indeed," Tie Feng conceded, his eyes scanning the interior. "Your decision was prudent. Had you remained exposed in the Blood Sea Realm, your eradication would have been all but certain. The Corrupt Demon Sect and other powers actively sought your demise. While residing within our Giant Demon Sect would have provided some cover, detection would have remained a persistent threat. In such dire circumstances, I doubt even our sect could have fully protected you. Alas, the news of those critical events reached us far too late; had we intervened promptly, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded."
A seed of doubt sprouted in Zhao Hai's mind. Though the Giant Demon Sect was an ally to the Blood Slaughter Sect, he remained unconvinced of their willingness to engage the Corrupt Demon Sect directly on their behalf. Their current alliance, he suspected, was more a product of the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing influence than genuine commitment. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai kept these thoughts to himself. Regardless of the present circumstances, they were, for now, allies.
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"You are still at the Foundation Establishment stage? How is this possible? This is a spiritual device, isn't it? It's truly an unparalleled spiritual device! An unparalleled spiritual device! Come, let me see!"
"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
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"He is still at the Foundation Establishment stage? This is a spiritual device, isn't it? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!"
"You are still at the Foundation Establishment stage? This is a spiritual device, isn't it? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!"
"It's a spiritual device, isn't it? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!"
"It's a spiritual device, isn't it? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!"
"It's a spiritual device, isn't it? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!"
"It's a spiritual device, isn't it? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!"
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"You are still at the Foundation Establishment stage? This is a spiritual device, isn't it? This is truly a peerless spiritual device! It is indeed a peerless spiritual device! Come, come, let me see!"
"We had no choice," Zhao Hai explained. "To create this space, I sacrificed nearly everything I possessed. But at that time, there was no alternative. The Blood Sea Realm offered no refuge, forcing this on us."
"Yes," Tie Feng agreed. "Your decision was wise. Had you remained exposed in the Blood Sea Realm, you would have been annihilated. The Corrupt Demon Sect and others were hunting you relentlessly. While refuge in our Giant Demon Sect would have offered some protection, discovery was still probable. In such a scenario, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your safety. Alas, we received news of the critical events too late; otherwise, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded."
Zhao Hai harbored doubts about Tie Feng's sincerity. Even as allies, he questioned the Giant Demon Sect's willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's sake. He believed their current alliance was primarily based on the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing strength. Nonetheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, acknowledging the alliance as a present reality.
"They are still at the Foundation Establishment stage? Is this a spiritual device? A peerless spiritual device! Truly peerless! Come, let me see!"
"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
"Yes," Tie Feng agreed. "Your decision was wise. Had you remained exposed in the Blood Sea Realm, you would have been annihilated. The Corrupt Demon Sect and others were hunting you relentlessly. While refuge in our Giant Demon Sect would have offered some protection, discovery was still probable. In such a scenario, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your safety. Alas, we received news of the critical events too late; otherwise, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded."
Zhao Hai harbored doubts about Tie Feng's sincerity. Even as allies, he questioned the Giant Demon Sect's willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's sake. He believed their current alliance was primarily based on the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing strength. Nonetheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, acknowledging the alliance as a present reality.
"Yes," Tie Feng admitted. "Your decision was wise. Had you remained exposed in the Blood Sea Realm, annihilation would have been certain. The Corrupt Demon Sect and other factions were relentlessly pursuing you. While sanctuary within our Giant Demon Sect might have offered some protection, discovery was still a distinct possibility. In such dire circumstances, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your safety. Alas, the crucial news reached the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we intervened sooner, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded."
Zhao Hai harbored reservations. While the Giant Demon Sect and the Blood Slaughter Sect were allies, he doubted the former's willingness to directly oppose the Corrupt Demon Sect for their sake. Their current alliance, he suspected, stemmed more from the Blood Slaughter Sect's rising power. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai refrained from voicing these thoughts, accepting the alliance as it stood.
"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
"Yes," Tie Feng agreed. "Your decision was wise. Had you remained exposed in the Blood Sea Realm, you would have been annihilated. The Corrupt Demon Sect and others were hunting you relentlessly. While refuge in our Giant Demon Sect would have offered some protection, discovery was still probable. In such a scenario, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your safety. Alas, we received news of the critical events too late; otherwise, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded."
Zhao Hai harbored doubts about Tie Feng's sincerity. Even as allies, he questioned the Giant Demon Sect's willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's sake. He believed their current alliance was primarily based on the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing strength. Nonetheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, acknowledging the alliance as a present reality.
"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
"Yes," Tie Feng agreed. "Your decision was wise. Had you remained exposed in the Blood Sea Realm, you would have been annihilated. The Corrupt Demon Sect and others were hunting you relentlessly. While refuge in our Giant Demon Sect would have offered some protection, discovery was still probable. In such a scenario, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your safety. Alas, we received news of the critical events too late; otherwise, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded."
Zhao Hai harbored doubts about Tie Feng's sincerity. Even as allies, he questioned the Giant Demon Sect's willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's sake. He believed their current alliance was primarily based on the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing strength. Nonetheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, acknowledging the alliance as a present reality.
"No choice," Zhao Hai responded. "The creation of this space devoured nearly all that I possessed. However, survival necessitated it then. With no haven in the Blood Sea Realm, this was our only recourse."
"Your strategy was astute," Tie Feng affirmed. "Continued exposure in the Blood Sea Realm would have led to your destruction. The Corrupt Demon Sect and others actively pursued you. While the Giant Demon Sect could offer some refuge, discovery was a constant peril. In such dire circumstances, even our sect might have struggled to ensure your safety. Regrettably, the news of those crucial events reached us belatedly; had we acted sooner, Forefather Corpse Devil's ascendancy would have been impossible."
Zhao Hai harbored misgivings. Despite the alliance between the Giant Demon Sect and the Blood Slaughter Sect, he doubted the former's willingness to directly challenge the Corrupt Demon Sect on their behalf. He presumed their alliance was largely a function of the Blood Slaughter Sect's increasing might. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, accepting the alliance as it stood.
"No choice," Zhao Hai replied, a smile touching his lips. "To fashion this artifact consumed almost all that I had. But at that time, no other option existed. The Blood Sea Realm offered no sanctuary, compelling us to act."
"Your course of action was wise," Tie Feng concurred. "Continued exposure in the Blood Sea Realm would have sealed your doom. The Corrupt Demon Sect and other forces relentlessly sought you. While concealment within the Giant Demon Sect might have offered a measure of protection, discovery remained a significant risk. In such a crisis, I doubt even our sect could have fully safeguarded you. Alas, the critical intelligence arrived at the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we been aware, Forefather Corpse Devil's success would have been prevented."
Zhao Hai harbored reservations. Although the Giant Demon Sect and the Blood Slaughter Sect were allies, he questioned their readiness to openly oppose the Corrupt Demon Sect for their sake. He surmised their current alliance was primarily driven by the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing power. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai maintained his silence, acknowledging the alliance as it currently stood.
"No choice," Zhao Hai stated. "The creation of this space demanded nearly everything I possessed. But at that time, there was no other path. The Blood Sea Realm provided no sanctuary, necessitating this action."
"Your decision was sound," Tie Feng acknowledged. "Remaining in the Blood Sea Realm would have ensured your demise. The Corrupt Demon Sect and other factions tirelessly pursued you. Concealment within the Giant Demon Sect might have offered some safety, but discovery was still a distinct possibility. In such dire straits, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your protection. Regrettably, the crucial news reached the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we acted earlier, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have achieved his victory."
Zhao Hai harbored skepticism. Despite the alliance, he doubted the Giant Demon Sect's resolve to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's benefit. He surmised their partnership was largely due to the Blood Slaughter Sect's increasing strength. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai kept his counsel, accepting the alliance as it currently manifested.
"We had no choice," Zhao Hai explained. "To create this artifact, I expended nearly all that I had. But at that time, no alternative existed. The Blood Sea Realm offered no safe haven, compelling us to take this measure."
"Your strategy was astute," Tie Feng affirmed. "Continued overt presence in the Blood Sea Realm would have led to your eradication. The Corrupt Demon Sect and other powers actively hunted you. While refuge within the Giant Demon Sect might have provided some cover, discovery remained a persistent threat. In such dire circumstances, I doubt even our sect could have fully protected you. Alas, the critical news reached the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we intervened sooner, Forefather Corpse Devil's ascendancy would have been prevented."
Zhao Hai harbored doubts about Tie Feng's sincerity. Even as allies, he questioned the Giant Demon Sect's willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's sake. He believed their current alliance was primarily based on the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing strength. Nonetheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, acknowledging the alliance as a present reality.
"No choice was available to us," Zhao Hai stated. "To forge this artifact, I sacrificed almost everything. But at that time, no other path presented itself. The Blood Sea Realm offered no sanctuary, forcing our hand."
"Your decision was prudent," Tie Feng conceded. "Remaining exposed in the Blood Sea Realm would have ensured your destruction. The Corrupt Demon Sect and other factions were relentless in their pursuit. Concealment within the Giant Demon Sect might have offered a degree of safety, but discovery remained a significant risk. In such dire straits, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your protection. Regrettably, the crucial intelligence arrived at the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we acted earlier, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have achieved his victory."
Zhao Hai harbored reservations. Despite the alliance, he doubted the Giant Demon Sect's resolve to directly oppose the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's benefit. He surmised their current partnership was largely due to the Blood Slaughter Sect's increasing might. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai kept his counsel, accepting the alliance as it currently stood.
"You are still at the Foundation Establishment stage? This is a spiritual device, is it not? A truly peerless spiritual device! An unparalleled treasure! Come, let me see it!"
"No choice," Zhao Hai replied with a smile. "To make this thing, I used almost everything I had. But at that time, there was no other way. There was no place for us in the entire Blood Sea Realm. We had to do this."
"Yes," Tie Feng agreed. "Your decision was wise. Had you remained exposed in the Blood Sea Realm, you would have been annihilated. The Corrupt Demon Sect and others were hunting you relentlessly. While refuge in our Giant Demon Sect would have offered some protection, discovery was still probable. In such a scenario, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your safety. Alas, we received news of the critical events too late; otherwise, Forefather Corpse Devil would never have succeeded."
Zhao Hai harbored doubts about Tie Feng's sincerity. Even as allies, he questioned the Giant Demon Sect's willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's sake. He believed their current alliance was primarily based on the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing strength. Nonetheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, acknowledging the alliance as a present reality.
"No choice," Zhao Hai stated. "To create this space, I depleted almost all my resources. But at that time, no alternative existed. The Blood Sea Realm offered no sanctuary, compelling this action."
"Your strategy was astute," Tie Feng affirmed. "Continued overt presence in the Blood Sea Realm would have led to your eradication. The Corrupt Demon Sect and other powers actively hunted you. While refuge within the Giant Demon Sect might have provided some cover, discovery remained a persistent threat. In such dire circumstances, I doubt even our sect could have fully protected you. Alas, the critical news reached the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we intervened sooner, Forefather Corpse Devil's ascendancy would have been prevented."
Zhao Hai harbored doubts about Tie Feng's sincerity. Even as allies, he questioned the Giant Demon Sect's willingness to directly confront the Corrupt Demon Sect for the Blood Slaughter Sect's sake. He believed their current alliance was primarily based on the Blood Slaughter Sect's growing strength. Nonetheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, acknowledging the alliance as a present reality.
"No choice," Zhao Hai replied. "The creation of this profound space consumed nearly all that I possessed. However, survival necessitated it at that time. With no haven in the Blood Sea Realm, this was our only recourse."
"Your strategy was astute," Tie Feng affirmed. "Continued exposure in the Blood Sea Realm would have led to your destruction. The Corrupt Demon Sect and others were relentlessly pursuing you. While concealment within the Giant Demon Sect might have offered some protection, discovery was a constant peril. In such dire circumstances, I doubt even our sect could have guaranteed your safety. Alas, the crucial news reached the Giant Demon Sect too late; had we acted sooner, Forefather Corpse Devil's ascendancy would have been impossible."
Zhao Hai harbored misgivings. Despite the alliance between the Giant Demon Sect and the Blood Slaughter Sect, he doubted the former's willingness to directly oppose the Corrupt Demon Sect on their behalf. He presumed their current alliance was largely a function of the Blood Slaughter Sect's increasing might. Nevertheless, Zhao Hai remained silent, accepting the alliance as it stood.