System's Super Sect Chapter 1012 940: Preparations Before Killing Di Chen (Part 1)

On the flying ship.

Wen Ping retrieved the Sound Transmission Stone.

"Where are they?"

On the other end, Chen Xie swiftly responded: "Sect Leader, Di Chen has returned to the Jisheng Hall residence, and Jin Busan is also present there."

"What have the two of them been discussing?"

"Di Chen is in a furious state, denouncing the Sect Leader and the Immortal Sect, adamantly vowing to make you pay. As for Jin Busan, he appears quite distressed, repeatedly mentioning that the task entrusted by the Domain Master remains unfulfilled, and he's uncertain how to present this."

"Make me pay? Di Chen, your capabilities are modest, yet your mouth is certainly expansive," Wen Ping mused. "Deploy a new Black Shadow unit to concurrently monitor Jin Busan. Ascertain precisely what the City Lord tasked Jin Busan with."

Wen Ping suspected this might be connected to the cooperation with the Immortal Sect.

This suspicion arose because Jin Busan had alluded to it during the confrontation between Yun Liao and Extreme Heaven Sealing Heart.

However, without absolute certainty, a thorough investigation was imperative.

"Your subordinate will dispatch the Black Shadow immediately. However... Sect Leader, I harbor concerns that Jisheng Hall might seek to suppress Jingzhi Pavilion in the future." Despite voicing his concern, Chen Xie's tone carried no genuine worry, only a veiled ruthlessness.

A clear desire to see Jisheng Hall eliminated.

Wen Ping replied, "Do not concern yourself, Jisheng Hall cannot instigate significant trouble. Regarding the territories of Xuan Court Pavilion and the Yin Yang Family, you may personally proceed to Heaven Ascending Plateau. Engage in discussions with Yunshui during the day and with the Yin Yang elders. They are amenable to befriending me, so this should not present a significant hurdle."

"Sect Leader, is it truly appropriate for me to undertake these negotiations?" Chen Xie questioned, aware of his standing as merely an Elder within the Immortal Sect.

Wen Ping stated with solemnity, "It is entirely fitting. You will represent me, and by extension, the Immortal Sect. Do not harbor feelings of inferiority due to their perceived influence; such distinctions are meaningless, for they will soon look up to you."

"I understand." Chen Xie offered a smile.

It was indeed time for a shift in perspective.

What was so extraordinary about the Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm?

The Immortal Sect had even managed to vanquish a Half-Step Celestial Unrestricted.

The Upper Realm held no special significance.

Wen Ping offered a final caution, "One crucial point to remember is not to presume that Xuan Court Pavilion and the Yin Yang Family will remain steadfast allies. The Immortal Sect could potentially sever ties with You Country at any moment, and they might be the first to turn against us."

...

Jisheng Hall residence.

Beneath the towering crimson skyscraper, passersby hurried their steps, refraining from any pause, as if even a moment's delay was perilous.

This was due to the resonant sounds of Di Chen's imprecations emanating from above.

The curses echoed like thunderous pronouncements around the edifice, keeping all within Jisheng Hall in a state of heightened anxiety, lest they inadvertently incur his wrath.

"He actually dared to threaten me! He is merely a Sect Leader of a Sect within You Country, yet he presumes to threaten me. Jin Busan, can you not cease your talk of cooperation? The Immortal Sect has already profoundly insulted the Domain Lord's Mansion; is their stance not sufficiently evident?"

Di Chen unleashed his fury upon Jin Busan, who stood beside him.

Jin Busan closed his eyes, drawing in a deep breath and exhaling slowly, seemingly attempting to quell an internal surge of anger.

"Was it not you who presented your own face to be trampled upon? At most, it would have resulted in minor embarrassment, perhaps a few whispers and laughter." Jin Busan's voice was deep as he retorted.

"What is the implication of your words!"

"My meaning should be quite clear. Why did you not deliver that punch? If you enjoy having people step on your esteemed person, why are you enraged now?" Jin Busan surmised that Di Chen had been paralyzed by fear at that critical juncture.

That decisive punch should have been thrown!

The protective barrier should have been shattered!

The three should have engaged in a fierce battle!

A conflict should have ensued, and the Domain Lord's dignity would have been preserved.

Furthermore, in the aftermath, when the Domain Lord initiated his inquiry, the Immortal Sect would undoubtedly have faced repercussions from him.

It was, in hindsight, a strategically advantageous course of action!

Yet, Di Chen had faltered.

Upon hearing the accusation that the fault somehow lay with him, Di Chen angrily retorted, "Jin Busan, if that Sword Intent had grazed your very cheek, and you still maintained such a stance, I would be truly impressed! It is easy to speak of valor when one is not the one taking the risk. But you, too, lacked the courage to act when the Immortal Sect's Sect Leader openly issued his threat!"

"Unbelievable!" Jin Busan, with a flick of his sleeves, placed his hands behind his back, turned, and ascended through the window, departing.

From behind him, Di Chen's enraged voice continued to echo.

"Get out!"

Following Jin Busan's abrupt departure, Di Chen summoned the guards stationed at the door, subjected them to a barrage of reprimands, and proceeded to physically strike them a few times.

After expending his pent-up frustration, Di Chen's expression darkened considerably.

His visage resembled a storm-laden thundercloud.

The atmosphere felt charged, on the verge of unleashing lightning and thunder.

Settling at his desk, he began to inscribe.

This moment was observed by a shadowy figure that stealthily traversed the ceiling beam.

...

Aboard the soaring vessel.

"Sect Leader, Di Chen has just dispatched a communiqué to the Domain Master. He detailed the demise of the four from Extreme Heaven Sealing Heart, the predicament of Ye Wuping, and included your threats. He’s added embellishments, which might reflect unfavorably upon you."

Immediately after Di Chen sent his correspondence, Chen Xie swiftly retrieved the Sound Transmission Stone from the third level of Jingzhi Pavilion.

Before Wen Ping could utter a word, Chen Xie continued, "Furthermore, Di Chen aims to instigate conflict between you and the Domain Lord's Mansion, persistently advocating for the Immortal Sect to be taught a severe lesson. Should this letter reach the Domain Master, their fury will undoubtedly be ignited."

Upon hearing this report, Wen Ping brought the flying ship to an abrupt halt.

He decided against proceeding further towards Jisheng Hall's domain.

"Is there any way to intercept the letter?" Wen Ping inquired.

"The message is carried by a specialized Wing Race demon, capable of breaching the Curved Realm Barrier; barring a powerful individual at the Celestial Unrestricted level, interception is impossible."

"Should Di Chen meet his end now, the Domain Master's primary suspect would undoubtedly be me, thereby expediting the schism between the Immortal Sect and You Country."

This realization prompted Wen Ping to halt the flying ship.

A rupture with You Country at this juncture is simply not an option.

At the very least, not until the conclusion of the Seven Domains Celestial Ascension Ranking event in the Red Domain.

This is primarily due to a system-assigned task.

An immediate break could lead to the Domain Master revoking the Immortal Sect's participation, thus jeopardizing the 400,000 fame points required for the mission's success.

Chen Xie, listening to Wen Ping’s explanation, was taken aback.

"The Sect Leader was contemplating Di Chen's demise just moments ago?"

"Indeed."

Wen Ping confirmed with a nod.

Chen Xie observed a brief silence, then remarked with evident admiration, "Sect Leader, your decisiveness is truly remarkable. There's something I'm hesitant to ask, but I feel compelled to."

"Proceed."

"If Di Chen were to perish, the Domain Master would instantly suspect you. Even without concrete proof, they would fabricate evidence to implicate you. Considering the loss of the Domain Master's four disciples, coupled with your actions against Jisheng Hall's forces and your open threats against Hall Master Di Chen, the Domain Master would feel compelled to assert authority to safeguard the reputation of the Domain Lord's Mansion."

"It matters not."

"Perhaps the Sect Leader has a superior strategy in mind?"

"Tomorrow, when the Immortal Daily publishes the account of the battle between Yun Liao and Extreme Heaven Sealing Heart, I want you to append a statement of mine alongside the report."

"What precisely does the Sect Leader wish to convey?"

Chen Xie felt an inexplicable sense of anticipation for the Sect Leader’s unfolding plan.

"The foremost individual in the Red Domain will receive a Five-Vortex Vortex Map, meticulously crafted by the Vortex Divine Artisan, from within the Immortal Sect's premises. This map comes with unique, complementary abilities."