System's Super Sect Chapter 1022 950: The Di Family's Struggle

"It's not entirely impossible."

He hadn't originally intended to mention it.

He wasn't even willing to offer an opinion.

The current situation was as it was; unless the Di Family members decided to sever all ties, Di Chen's demise would likely remain a mystery.

Following his statement, the commander of the Divine Shadow Army adopted a solemn expression and surveyed everyone present.

Di Chen's wife promptly instructed, "All except the three Elders, please wait outside the main hall. Without my explicit command, no one is permitted to enter!"

Once the Di Family members had departed and the main hall doors were securely shut, Di Chen's wife addressed the remaining individuals again, "Now that it's just us, Brother, please proceed. Your younger sister will heed your counsel."

"Whether Jisheng Hall or the Divine Shadow Army, both are integral parts of You Country. Whether Di Chen served as Hall Master or I do, we are all subjects of You Country. If this matter is officially reported, the truth behind Hall Master Di's death will undoubtedly surface. However, if none of you take personal action, considering the Vice Domain Master's stance, no one within the Red Domain will pursue this on your behalf. But if you do proceed, the Di Family will find themselves with no standing in the Red Domain, so you must deliberate carefully."

"With Di Chen's passing, the Di Family's status is bound to decline significantly. What standing would they even have in the Red Domain? At best, they might barely subsist within Supreme City." Di Chen's wife declared her unwavering resolve and then cast a glance at the three family elders standing beside her.

Observing their shared determination to avenge Di Chen, Di Chen's wife felt her own resolve strengthen.

The truth.

She was determined to uncover the truth.

The Di Family also sought the truth.

For hundreds of years, the Di Family had faithfully served You Country; this could not be the ignominious end they faced.

"Then let us report it. The Seven Domains Celestial Ascension Ranking is currently underway, and those in higher positions will surely take Hall Master Di's death seriously. However, not a single word of this must leak, or the Domain Master will undoubtedly interfere." The Divine Shadow Army commander issued another warning.

No leaks.

This was of utmost importance!

The four individuals nodded in understanding.

Di Chen's wife added, "Brother, I fear we cannot evade the surveillance of the Domain Lord's Mansion. Spies are omnipresent within Supreme City; it will be exceedingly difficult for us to prevent any information from getting out."

"Very well, I shall assist you one more time. Over the years, I have cultivated alliances beyond this domain, and one of my trusted contacts is currently serving within the Primordial Yang Domain Lord's Mansion. When I relay this matter to him, not a single word will be divulged."

"Brother, who is this individual?"

"It is Long Que! You may have encountered him before; you visited me sometime before your marriage. He is the only one suitable for being entrusted with this affair. Among my acquaintances, few possess the audacity to challenge the Red Domain Lord's Mansion, but he certainly does."

"So, it's him!"

Di Chen's wife beamed with delight.

Long Que.

A member of the esteemed Long Family.

The matter was settled.

How could he possibly fear offending the mere Red Domain Lord's Mansion?

The Long Family stood behind him!

An entity comparable in stature to the Primordial Yang Domain Lord's Mansion, holding significant influence within You Country.

…

Supreme City.

An unending stream of individuals entered the city. Astride a Demon King, Long Ke navigated through the throng, making his way into the city.

As he proceeded, Long Ke engaged in a conversation with Chen Xie via a Sound Transmission Stone, stating, "Elder Chen, from this point forward, I shall follow your directives."

"Elder Long, your words carry too much weight. With your esteemed presence, Jingzhi Tower will undoubtedly grow stronger, enabling us to achieve the Sect Leader's aspirations sooner." Chen Xie responded with a smile, yet maintained a degree of formal distance.

After all, despite Long Ke's designation as an Elder, his inherent status was of a vastly different caliber.

It was precisely due to this elevated status that Long Ke's affiliation brought Chen Xie considerable satisfaction.

Currently, Chen Xie found himself lacking individuals he could place his complete trust in; although Jingzhi Tower boasted a substantial membership, those he could truly rely on were few.

With Long Ke's arrival, it signaled the advent of an allegiance built on unwavering trust.

"Then, that shall be all for now. Upon securing the White Crystal, I will pay you a visit."

"We eagerly await Elder Long's distinguished presence!"

After concluding their exchange, Long Ke put away the Sound Transmission Stone.

Upon entering Supreme City, Long Ke immediately released his Earth Unrestricted Qi and then addressed a Divine Shadow Army guard, "I am Long Ke of the Immortal Sect, seeking an audience with Vice Domain Master Han Li. My good sir, could you perhaps guide me?"

"Immortal Sect!"

A sudden exclamation echoed nearby.

It originated from someone in his immediate vicinity.

As the words "Immortal Sect" resounded, those around Long Ke turned towards him, their gazes filled with reverence.

This left Long Ke somewhat bewildered.

The Immortal Sect, what exactly had transpired?

Why did the gazes of everyone present hold such deep reverence for him?

The Immortal Sect had only been established in the Red Domain for a mere few months, had its influence truly expanded to such an extent?

This was Supreme City!

The absolute heart of the Red Domain!

Upon hearing that the visitor hailed from the Immortal Sect, the expression of the Divine Shadow Army soldier shifted slightly. He had recently received intelligence that the Domain Lord's Mansion was planning to dispatch a million Divine Shadow Army troops to provide protection for the Immortal Sect.

This action underscored the immense significance of the Immortal Sect!

"Ah, so you are a distinguished senior from the Immortal Sect; please, allow me to escort you." The Divine Shadow Army soldier quickly summoned a nearby Wing Race Demon Beast, mounting it and ascending into the sky.

Long Ke followed closely behind.

In a short while, they alighted outside the Divine Nether Hall.

"This is a senior from the Immortal Sect, here to meet with the Vice Domain Master," the Divine Shadow Army soldier announced. Those standing guard outside the Divine Nether Hall immediately raised their imposing black spears, clearing the path.

Reaching the entrance of the Divine Nether Hall with such ease, Long Ke felt a twinge of surprise.

It had been far too seamless.

To an outsider, this might have resembled the setting of a common Five-star Influence.

As a native of You Country, he was well aware of the Domain Lord's Mansion's stringent protocols. Even a powerful expert at the Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm level attempting to meet the Domain Master would likely be made to wait for several hours, sometimes even days.

Yet, today, upon arriving at the Red Domain Lord's Mansion, merely stating his affiliation had granted him unrestricted passage.

"It appears the Immortal Sect's influence has grown remarkably during my period of dedicated cultivation," Long Ke couldn't help but muse inwardly. His sister's son was truly living up to his potential.

How humble the Immortal Sect had been in times past.

How had it managed to attain such considerable influence within the Red Domain in such a short span!

What was even more astonishing was the demeanor of the Divine Shadow Army commanders; upon learning of his connection to the Immortal Sect, each one had eagerly sought to foster good relations. Furthermore, the Vice Domain Master, Han Li himself, had personally come to receive him.

This level of reception.

It was exceptionally favorable.

"Senior Han Li, the Sect Leader has instructed me to acquire the White Crystals." While initially indifferent to the White Crystals, Long Ke's curiosity now surged regarding the magnitude of Wen Ping's request from Han Li.

It certainly couldn't have been a trivial sum!

"Here are 20 Storage Rings in total, with each ring holding one million White Crystals." Han Li promptly handed a small, embroidered pouch to Long Ke.

Long Ke accepted the pouch and was utterly dumbfounded.

How many?

Twenty million White Crystals?

Unbelievable!

After bidding farewell to Han Li, Long Ke remained lost in a state of incredulity.

Extracting twenty million White Crystals from the Domain Lord's Mansion!

Had Wen Ping attained such formidable capabilities now?

This wasn't a mere two million White Crystals.

It was a staggering twenty million!

Upon his return to the Immortal Sect, Long Ke was too eager to wait, immediately inquiring, "Sect Leader, how precisely did you manage to secure twenty million White Crystals from the Domain Lord's Mansion?"

"Is the Domain Lord's Mansion some kind of Pixiu? Is it truly that difficult?"

Wen Ping took possession of 10 Storage Rings and then passed the remaining 10 to Long Ke.

"Deliver these to Chen Xie."

Long Ke took the Storage Rings, his brow furrowing as he asked, "What is a Pixiu?"

"It's a rather peculiar type of demon beast; it consumes incessantly but never excretes."

"I have never encountered such a creature."

"You are still young; is it not to be expected that you lack such experience?"

"You..."

"Very well, attend to your duties."

Wen Ping dismissed Long Ke, who was grinding his teeth, and turned to walk away.

With twenty million White Crystals secured.

The development funds for Jingzhi Tower were now accounted for.

The next step was to prepare the necessary resources to confront You Country.

Undead Hell, here I come!

(Alas... I have failed.)