Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8658 - 635-change (1)

After Yao Jianhao saw Zhao Hai and the others vanish within the teleportation array, he turned to the assembled group. "Alright, let's head back," he declared. A chorus of agreement followed as they trailed Yao Jianhao back to his study. Zhao Hai and his companions had concluded their discussion; the remaining deliberation was for the Giant Demon Sect. This time, Zhao Hai hadn't solely focused on formations but also on the strategy for confronting the Corpse Demon Sect.

However, a sense of uncertainty lingered among the Giant Demon Sect members. Upon returning to the study, an elder immediately voiced his concerns to Yao Jianhao. "Sect Leader, I fail to comprehend why we consented to the Bloody Massacre Sect's proposal to jointly construct the array. If the formations on all our islands are established by the Bloody Massacre Sect, won't our territories become defenseless in the future? Despite our alliance, Zhao Hai is not a person to be trifled with. Should they decide to act against us down the line, what recourse will we have?"

Yao Jianhao, upon hearing this, couldn't help but turn his gaze to the others. "Do you all share the same sentiment?" he inquired with a deep tone. It was evident from the reactions, or lack thereof, that the elder's words resonated with many present, indicating a shared apprehension.

Observing the crowd, Yao Jianhao continued in a somber voice, "I'm certain everyone is aware of the formidable defensive capabilities of the Bloody Massacre Sect's island formations. Recall how the Thirteen Family Alliance, despite wielding their sect-guarding magical artifacts, failed to breach one of their islands. Through their collaboration with Tie Feng, the Bloody Massacre Sect has gained an even deeper insight into the application of their formations. It can be stated that their mastery of formation application has reached a level beyond our current comprehension. In truth, the defensive formations on our islands are quite potent, yet to the Bloody Massacre Sect, they are virtually insignificant. Why not adopt a more magnanimous approach? At the very least, we can then focus our concerns solely on the Bloody Massacre Sect, rather than the Corpse Demon Sect and others."

Pausing momentarily, Yao Jianhao surveyed the faces before him. He then elucidated, "Furthermore, I intend to leverage this opportunity to allow our sect members to learn array construction techniques from the Bloody Massacre Sect. By fully cooperating with them in establishing these arrays, we can gain invaluable knowledge in setting up such large-scale formations. This endeavor will undoubtedly prove immensely beneficial for the advancement of our own array skills."

A wave of understanding washed over the group as they absorbed Yao Jianhao's words. This perspective had not previously occurred to them. The prospect of genuinely learning advanced Dharma array techniques from the Bloody Massacre Sect's experts represented a significant leap forward in their own cultivation, a development they all recognized as highly advantageous.

Yao Jianhao continued, his gaze sweeping across the attentive faces. "And I believe you are all more acutely aware than I am of the current state of affairs within the Blood Sea Realm. The sudden emergence of the Bloody Massacre Sect, coupled with their swift subjugation of two other sects, places them, along with their inherent strength, among the ranks of the top ten sects. Including us, this alliance comprises four of the top ten sects. As for the Corpse Demon Sect, they still command the strength equivalent to at least three major sects. When combined with other sect forces, their overall power still surpasses ours." He concluded gravely, "The Corpse Demon Sect has already made preparations to attack us, establishing a deep and irreconcilable enmity. We, in turn, are allied with the Bloody Massacre Sect, meaning the Corpse Demon Sect will undoubtedly exert all their efforts against us, while the Bloody Massacre Sect will dedicate theirs to our protection. We must place our reliance on the Bloody Massacre Sect to navigate through these unprecedented great changes that have not occurred in tens of thousands of years."

Yao Jianhao let out a sigh, rising to his feet. He made his way to the study door, pushing it open to gaze at the sky. "Tens of thousands of years have passed," he declared, his voice low and resonant. "While the various sects in the Blood Sea Realm have indeed seen their ups and downs, the top ten sects have remained a constant. This has never been the case before. First, the Blood Slaughter Sect was annihilated, swiftly followed by the dissolution of the Yin Ghost Sect and the Yin Yang Sect, all within a mere few years. Though the Grandmasters of the Yin Yang Sect and the Yin Ghost Sect are undoubtedly plotting their revenge against the Blood Slaughter Sect, I do not believe Zhao Hai acts without foresight. If he dares to proceed, he must possess a formidable trump card."

"Should Zhao Hai successfully thwart the attacks of the two patriarchs, then the Yin Yang Sect and the Yin Ghost Sect will truly vanish forever. The Blood Slaughter Sect would ascend to unprecedented power, dramatically reshaping the entire landscape of the Blood Sea Realm. Ultimately, it might even culminate in a confrontation between the Blood Slaughter Sect and the Corpse Demon Sect. As for us, we are already caught in the crossfire. If we do not align ourselves with the Blood Slaughter Sect, I fear we will be the first to face destruction, even surpassing other sects."

"Were they not already enemies with the Blood Slaughter Sect, they might have considered siding with them. However, if Zhao Hai can truly repel the assault from the Almighty cultivators of the upper realm, he will have achieved something extraordinary in the Blood Sea Realm. He would be the first to do so in tens of thousands of years, ushering in changes no one can predict. Therefore, our only course of action now is to stand by his side, following in his wake. To do otherwise would make us his adversaries, plunging us into even greater peril!"

Yao Jianhao surveyed the gathered individuals, a weary sigh escaping him. "I have stated this on more than one occasion: the Blood Slaughter Sect has acquired an exceptional disciple. I speak not merely of Zhao Hai's swift revival of the Blood Slaughter Sect from the brink of annihilation, but more crucially, of his methods. He operates with utmost discretion. Before revealing his presence, was there anyone in the Blood Sea Realm who would have linked him to the Blood Slaughter Sect? Absolutely not. I am certain that had Zhao Hai not orchestrated his return with careful planning, no one would have discovered their identities until this very moment. He wouldn't have even sought us out. I am convinced he considers us potential allies, but he will not approach us until he possesses sufficient power to stand as an equal. In the Blood Sea Realm, more than one or two individuals have been betrayed by allies. And he is still so young. In the future, this realm will belong to him and the Corpse Demon Sect."

Pausing briefly, Yao Jianhao continued, his voice deepening. "You may have all heard of Li Ruohai of the Corpse Demon Sect. He is related by blood to the Corpse Demon Old Man, yet the latter offered him no support. In truth, Li Ruohai was merely a vessel for the Corpse Demon Old Man's possession. Now that Li Ruohai holds power, and the Great Elder of the Corpse Demon Sect raised no objections, there is only one logical conclusion: the Corpse Demon Old Man has successfully possessed his body, meaning he has been granted a second life. This old fiend is no easy adversary; he has dominated the Blood Sea Realm for so long. Now, having successfully inhabited another form, he will be even more formidable. We also bear a deep animosity towards the Corpse Demon Sect. Thus, our only recourse is to rely on Zhao Hai and his associates."

Upon hearing Yao Jianhao's pronouncements, the assembled group nodded in agreement. They now grasped the full scope of his strategy. Yet, truthfully, a sense of unease settled upon them. They had once stood on equal footing with the Blood Slaughter Sect. However, Yao Jianhao's words implied they would soon need the Blood Slaughter Sect's protection, a prospect that left them feeling rather discomfited.

Yao Jianhao observed their expressions, his tone firm. "Do not be so shortsighted. Do you genuinely believe Zhao Hai is content with his current achievements? Let me assure you, cease such fantasies. If Zhao Hai can indeed repel the retribution of the Ghostly Grandmaster and the Yin-Yang Grandmaster, it signifies he has discovered a method to contend with the Almighty beings from the upper realm. Do you comprehend the implications of that revelation?"

Yao Jianhao surveyed the assembled crowd and stated with calm deliberation, "This signifies that the Almighty cultivators from the upper realm can no longer shield us. In essence, the original protectors of the ten great sects are rendered useless. This implies that as long as the Almighty from the upper realm remains alive, the era of sects facing annexation will never return. Consequently, this empowers the Blood Slaughter Sect to achieve the unification of the Blood Sea Realm."

Upon hearing Yao Jianhao's pronouncement, a stunned silence befell everyone. The gravity of the situation finally dawned upon them. Within the Blood Sea Realm, since antiquity and until the Royal Decree, an unspoken covenant had persisted: any sect with an Almighty cultivator residing in the upper realm would be spared from extermination. This was due to the established practice where, during a sect's direst moments, those Almighty beings from the upper realm would invariably intervene, offering protection and even retaliating against any sect that dared to target them—a consequence no entity could readily withstand.

However, if Zhao Hai possessed the capability to vanquish both the Ghostly Grandmaster and the Yin-Yang Grandmaster, it would unequivocally signal that the Almighty beings from the upper realm posed no further threat to him. He could disregard their existence entirely, whereas they would be powerless to prevent him from systematically dismantling the lower realm's sects, potentially culminating in the complete unification of the entire Blood Sea Realm.

The realization struck everyone with shock. This particular implication had completely eluded their consideration. If such a scenario were to unfold, the long-standing equilibrium of the Blood Sea Realm, undisturbed since time immemorial, would undergo a monumental and terrifying shift. Consequently, a profound speechlessness enveloped the assembly.

Observing the varied expressions on their faces, Yao Jianhao continued with a profound intonation, "Indeed, for an Almighty from the upper realm to meddle in the lower realm's affairs necessitates a certain forfeiture of power. Setting aside others, consider the Corpse Demon Sect's Ancestor, Corpse Demon. He utilized the Blood Slaughter Sect to launch a devastating assault, decimating it in its entirety and elevating the Corpse Demon Sect to immense power. Yet, I surmise he must have incurred a significant cost. Otherwise, how could he have remained passive when the Corpse Demon Sect subsequently fractured? It is highly probable that the Corpse Demon Forefather finds it exceedingly difficult to interfere in the affairs of the lower worlds now. Their recent confrontation with us, starting strong but ending weakly, serves as a testament to this."

Yao Jianhao let out a sigh and added, "Should that day truly arrive, and the Blood Slaughter Sect embarks on unifying the Blood Sea Realm, do you genuinely believe they would permit our continued existence? Therefore, it is imperative that we cultivate a cordial relationship with him at this juncture. Prudence will be our guiding principle moving forward."

All eyes turned towards Yao Jianhao. They were genuinely taken aback by the depth of his foresight. Nevertheless, they offered no dissent to his counsel, responding in unison, "Yes, Sect Master."