System's Super Sect Chapter 1021 949: Using Long Ke Again (Second Update)

After resolving his mind, Wen Ping utilized the Sound Transmission Stone to reach Long Ke, who was situated in Wind Valley.

Long Ke had recently achieved a breakthrough to Earth Unrestricted and had just emerged from the Fifth World. She then plunged into Wind Valley, aiming to secure a wind-attribute weapon that would bolster her strength.

When the Sound Transmission Stone emitted its signal, she withdrew herself from the Trial Land.

"My Grand Sect Leader, is there something you require?"

With her true identity now fully disclosed, Long Ke felt unburdened and adopted the habit of addressing Wen Ping as "My Grand Sect Leader" during their encounters.

A hint of playful teasing infused her tone.

Wen Ping stated with gravity, "Commencing today, you are to align with Chen Xie and assist him in the expansion of Jinzhilou."

"Huh?"

Long Ke's voice resonated with clear reluctance.

She possessed a deep affection for cultivation.

She reveled in the act of cultivation.

Furthermore, she eagerly anticipated achieving greater power in the future.

The interruption to her cultivation now felt incredibly irksome.

"What do you mean by 'huh'? If you have no desire to comply, you may return home. Also, inform my mother that I no longer require your protection."

"I absolutely want to! Who said I don't? You are still young. You cannot even contend with Celestial Unrestricted; how can you claim not to need the protection of an elder? As your elder, I am more than willing to venture to Jinzhilou and alleviate your troubles!"

Long Ke swiftly assented.

To depart?

That was an utterly impossible notion.

Leaving the Immortal Sect, where else could she possibly discover another Wind Valley?

Where could she find another Fifth World?

Magical arts, profound spells, and similar abilities could not be acquired anywhere outside the Immortal Sect.

"You speak as if you possess the capability to combat Celestial Unrestricted. As your elder... can you withstand even a single strike from me at this moment?" Wen Ping inquired with a scornful sneer.

"You are an anomaly! How can I possibly compare myself to you?"

"Can you defeat Long Yue?"

"Magic must be countered with magic... I practice the Vein Technique; it operates on a different principle."

Long Ke defiantly retorted.

Wen Ping, with a smile of resignation, shook his head and spoke with earnest sincerity, "Very well, let us address the crucial matters. In the foreseeable future, the Immortal Sect may very well engage in conflict with the You Country. Therefore, you must maintain utmost vigilance within Jinzhilou. Currently, Jinzhilou has largely established its presence within the Red Domain; the subsequent phase involves outward expansion… In essence, should a large-scale war commence, I require Jinzhilou to function as an unseen blade in my hand. Its significance will be on par with the Immortal Sect successfully nurturing an expert at the Celestial Unrestricted realm."

"Expanding beyond the Red Domain so swiftly? Have we only been operating within Heaven-Gazing Gorge for a mere few months?"

A few months to solidify their position in the Red Domain.

This pace was astonishingly rapid.

"My objective is to ensure the 'Immortal Daily' circulates throughout the entire Primordial Yang Domain within this year, and across the whole of You Country within three years."

"Madness!"

Long Ke could not refrain from an exclamation of disbelief.

Simultaneously, a powerful wave of excitement surged within her.

Previously, during her time with the Long Family, regardless of her accomplishments, she could only share them amongst her peers.

In the estimation of the Long Family elders, she was merely an inept child incapable of achieving greatness.

This very sentiment was the catalyst for her dedicated pursuit of cultivation.

"But I find it exhilarating!" Before Wen Ping could respond, Long Ke added with palpable enthusiasm.

Wen Ping continued, "First, proceed to Supreme City and accomplish a particular task, then make your way to Chen Xie."

"What task?"

"Locate Vice Domain Master Han Li of the Red Domain and procure certain items. Upon your arrival, merely state the name of the Immortal Sect, and he will provide you with the necessary articles."

"Vice Domain Master Han Li of the Red Domain..."

Long Ke pondered for a moment, attempting to dredge up any recollections associated with Han Li.

She had heard of him.

Yet, she had never personally encountered him.

Long Ke inquired with curiosity, "What items are we referring to?"

"Merely some White Crystals."

Wen Ping replied with casual indifference.

Long Ke responded with a forced tone of compliance, "Understood, my Grand Sect Leader... I shall undertake this errand."

...

Supreme City.

Jin Busan's correspondence finally reached Supreme City.

The demise of Di Chen was subsequently brought to the attention of the Domain Lord's Mansion.

This news acted like dry tinder igniting a ferocious blaze, instantly inflaming the sentiments of those receiving the letter.

To dare perpetrate the killing of a Hall Master?

An audacity surpassing all measure!

Such a transgression warranted capital punishment!

Even a mere suspicion demanded a commensurate recompense.

However, after perusing the letter, Han Li directly set it aside and issued a directive to the commanders of the Divine Shadow Army present, "You must commit this day to memory: Di Chen met his end at the hands of an infiltrator from the Chilling Tower."

The visages of the Divine Shadow Army commanders instantly contorted with suppressed rage.

Yet, upon grasping the Domain Lord and Vice Domain Master's stance concerning the Immortal Sect, they maintained a resolute silence.

For the sake of maintaining cooperation with the Immortal Sect, the Domain Lord's Mansion effectively disavowed Di Chen.

Di Chen's death was irrevocably destined to be shrouded in enigma.

Equally fated to be in vain.

Many commanders of the Divine Shadow Army present were, in fact, acquaintances of Di Chen, often engaging in discussions and frequent visits. Faced with the current outcome, they could only offer resigned sighs.

"Sir, how shall we deliver the news to the Di Family?" one Divine Shadow Army commander inquired.

Han Li's frigid gaze immediately fixed upon him. "Are your ears faulty? Di Chen was dispatched by an infiltrator from the Chilling Tower – that is the explanation you will provide."

The Divine Shadow Army commander had no recourse but to fall silent, his dejected countenance etched with profound melancholy.

How swiftly people forget, it's truly chilling.

Even the provided explanation was so perfunctory.

Departing the main hall, he exited the Domain Lord's Mansion, internally debating the most suitable method to inform the Di Family.

Should he genuinely convey it in such a manner?

The man was eliminated by a Chilling Tower infiltrator; do not even contemplate seeking retribution.

His conscience would not permit such an act.

This was because Di Chen's wife was none other than his own sister.

Would he truly be compelled to deceive his own sibling in such a fashion?

Upon his dispirited arrival at the Di Family's gates, he was warmly received by its members, who extended an invitation for a meal. Di Chen's wife, his sister, was particularly solicitous.

"Brother, these robes are fashioned from Ice Soul Celestial Silk... I personally wove them for you. What do you think?" Di Chen's wife inquired, a radiant smile gracing her features as she presented the garment.

The Divine Shadow Army commander found himself unable to accept the offering.

"Sister..."

He remained silent for an extended period.

After persistent inquiries from Di Chen's wife, he slowly began to speak.

"Hall Master Di has perished…"

The faces of all Di family members instantly contorted.

Following a prolonged silence, Di Chen's wife shook her head, uttering "No," before concealing her face and succumbing to tears.

The Divine Shadow Army commander resumed speaking, "Hall Master Di met his end at the hands of a Chilling Tower infiltrator…"

Di Chen's wife froze for a moment.

"Wasn't he presiding over the Seven Domains Celestial Ascension Ranking at the Heaven Ascending Plateau? How could an infiltrator possibly reach him there?"

Confronted with his sister's query, he offered no reply.

For he knew not how to respond.

Irrespective of the explanation, the narrative sounded utterly implausible.

Subsequently, other members of the Di family commenced their own inquiries.

"At this juncture, the Heaven Ascending Plateau hosts all five-star influences within the Red Domain; what infiltrator would dare to act so brazenly there?"

"Surely, this cannot be the actual sequence of events?"

Observing the escalating doubt amongst the Di family members, the Divine Shadow Army commander suppressed his internal discomfort and declared with solemnity, "The veracity of the matter holds little consequence. Your sole obligation is to remember that the perpetrator of Di Chen's demise was an infiltrator from the Chilling Tower."

"Brother!"

Di Chen's wife collapsed to her knees with a heavy thud.

Her voice thick with emotion, she pleaded, "Who truly slew him? I merely desire to know the truth."

Witnessing his sister's profound anguish, he could no longer maintain his composure and decided to reveal the truth. "Alas... In truth, the Gold Hall Master indicated in his correspondence that a conflict transpired between the Sect Leader of the Immortal Sect and Di Chen, resulting in Di Chen's death that very night. Within the Red Domain, the only entities possessing the capability to vanquish Di Chen would be those associated with the Immortal Sect. It is exceptionally probable that the Immortal Sect orchestrated his demise... However, even with this knowledge, it serves no practical purpose. The Immortal Sect is shielded by Celestial Unrestricted experts, and furthermore, they possess the Five-Spin Vortex Divine Artisan. We cannot afford to antagonize such formidable powers. The Domain Lord's Mansion will not pursue accountability against the Immortal Sect for Di Chen's death. Not only has the Domain Lord rescinded the Divine Shadow Army's directive to assail the Immortal Sect, but he has instead commanded their protection. Moreover, the Immortal Sect is merely implicated in Di Chen's killing. Even if irrefutable evidence were presented, we would be obligated to formally record Di Chen's death as a result of a Chilling Tower infiltrator."

"Have our Di Family's centuries of dedicated service to the Domain Lord's Mansion earned us no more than such a preposterous explanation?"

Di Chen's wife's visage was a mask of sorrow.

Some among the Di family members exhibited expressions of incandescent rage, others wore the mantle of melancholy, while a few were lost in the abyss of despair.

At that precise moment, a profound chill settled upon most hearts.

Centuries of meticulous devotion to the Domain Lord, sacrificing lives and offering unwavering service, only to culminate in such a disheartening outcome.

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