System's Super Sect Chapter 950 893: Is That All? (First Update)

"Feels so good—"

Yun Liao collapsed onto the grass, relishing the gentle wind caressing his cheeks.

Yet, this sight stunned countless onlookers, all gaping in disbelief as though their eyes deceived them.

Is that all?

Is that really it?

Whatever happened to the audacity he showed when vowing to claim first in the Red Domain?

Where did that haughty disdain for the whole Red Domain go?

What became of the savage fury that cut down more than a thousand lives?

How could he simply retreat right after arriving at the rematch stage?

"Did the Immortal Sect just back down?"

"Impossible, I figured he was tougher, but he totally backed out. He ditched the prizes from the upper levels of the Wind and Cloud Platform and walked away after clearing the rematch."

"I've never witnessed such spinelessness, wow, what a coward. Even advancing a bit further, even skipping a clash with Extreme Heaven Sealing Heart, would've looked better, right? Quitting immediately after the rematch has me itching to smack him."

Sneers and sighs erupted from the crowd; the Red Leaf Sect folks hurled curses freely; even Jisheng Hall's Hall Master found the display unbelievable; Yun Liao alone gasped for air, struggling to calm his heaving breaths.

Atop the Wind and Cloud Platform, Extreme Heaven Sealing Heart nearly leaped down in rage, his brows furiously twitching.

He won't even step up!

Total coward!

"Let's see you dodge the upcoming battle!"

Uttering those venomous words brimming with murderous intent, Extreme Heaven Sealing Heart started ascending higher.

...

Time ticked by steadily, and as expected, every Immortal Sect member cleared the rematch without issue.

Notably, Yun Liao's cowardly retreat sparked endless chatter during meals, with throngs ridiculing him as utterly spineless.

As others strived to climb the Wind and Cloud Platform's highest reaches, Yun Liao bailed after hitting his cleared level.

All because he dreaded Extreme Heaven Sealing Heart!

At that moment, Wen Ping and his crew had departed the Wind and Cloud Platform, bound for the next contest site. The rematch's second round loomed.

No more wholesale wipeouts in this second round, with just tens of thousands left—only half would get cut.

Groups of five unite to form a Meridian Gate!

Every squad receives ten challenge opportunities and five to defend.

No refusing challenges, and solely squads victorious in five bouts advance to the rematch's third round.

Wen Ping ignored these details, knowing absolute strength rendered any five-person vein array powerless. Immortal Sect disciples could sweep five wins effortlessly.

But as Wen Ping guided the Flying Ship to the rematch venue, he spotted a mid-realm Wing Race demon god in pursuit. With the Flying Ship not at full throttle, the demon god rapidly gained ground.

Trailing right behind, a figure shot from atop the Wing Race demon god, swiftly nearing the Flying Ship—the Hall Master of Jisheng Hall himself!

"Immortal Sect Leader, care to chat?"

Di Chen approached the Flying Ship without a hint of aggression.

"Sect Leader!"

Yun Liao showed clear concern.

Wen Ping clapped Yun Liao's shoulder reassuringly, then positioned himself at the railing, halting the Flying Ship to meet Di Chen's gaze from afar.

Di Chen eyed Yun Liao briefly before locking onto Wen Ping. "No need for small talk. While Qian Jun and his group fell to your Immortal Sect powerhouses, ultimately, they brought it on themselves."

"Oh?"

Wen Ping grew intrigued by Di Chen's intentions.

They faulted themselves?

So that's the longstanding view of Jisheng Hall's Hall Master—explains the lack of retaliation lately.

Di Chen offered more friendliness. "Your Wisdom Tower must've noticed Jisheng Hall stayed idle after Qian Jun's demise."

"Just caught wind of it!"

"Since it's fresh news, why not pick a spot for a real discussion?"

"Spit it out if you have something—we've got traveling to do."

"Fine! I admire your directness, so straight to it: I want Immortal Sect to ally with Jisheng Hall."

"Hmm?"

Di Chen grinned. "Your Vortex Map feat is one-of-a-kind. Should You Country's elites wield it widely, we'd crush Zutian Tower in our feud. Thus, the Domain Master vows: cooperate, and the Domain Lord's Mansion overlooks Immortal Sect's prior deeds!"

"I see." A smile crossed Wen Ping's face, yet he clearly caught the hidden implication in Di Chen's statement.

It meant that refusal to cooperate would lead to the Domain Lord's Mansion refusing to let Immortal Sect exist.

Di Chen pressed on, "What's your view? I know a single Four-Vortex Vortex Map goes for no less than 500,000 White Crystals, reaching as high as 770,000 White Crystals. Sure, rarity pushes the price up, but the Domain Lord's Mansion offers 50 million White Crystals upfront for 100 Vortex Maps featuring special abilities. You won't suffer at all!"

Silence fell over Wen Ping.

Truth be told, the offer appeared fairly attractive.

Simply hold onto the top-tier abilities and offload the Vortex Maps with weaker special powers to Jisheng Hall.

Profit assured!

Moreover, this partnership would grant Immortal Sect formal status in the Red Domain, freeing it from You Country's opposition.

The conflict involving Zutian Tower and You Country might find a short-term fix.

Still, such an alliance couldn't last forever, as the sect's rapid expansion phase endures just one year. Unrestricted sales of remade Vortex Maps hold only during that period. Once it ends, the one-map-per-month limit kicks back in.

What reaction would the Domain Lord's Mansion have then?

Would hostility erupt?

Wen Ping figured it was highly probable.

Even so, it would buy Immortal Sect a full year to regroup, and by then, Immortal Sect could stand fearless against the Domain Lord's Mansion.

Yet one problem stood firm: he refused to pay tribute!

He wouldn't kneel in submission to You Country either!

For one, he had no desire to do so.

For another, the system forbids Super Sects from yielding to outsiders.

Would the Domain Lord's Mansion accept that?

Would those in power tolerate such a defiant force?

Put himself in their position, and he knew they wouldn't permit it.

As Wen Ping pondered this dilemma, Di Chen interjected, "Need more time to mull it over? I won't pressure you. We could cross paths again anytime at the Seven Domains Celestial Ascension Ranking."

These words made Wen Ping drop his intended query.

Better to play along for now.

"Until we meet again," Wen Ping responded.

Di Chen flashed a warm smile at once, masking his ill intent, "Of course, ponder it thoroughly. Teaming up with Jisheng Hall and the Domain Lord's Mansion will bring you great benefits."

After speaking, Di Chen soared back atop the Wing Race demon god.

He cast a look at the Flying Ship before departing.

The moment Di Chen departed, Yun Liao hurriedly inquired, "Sect Leader, are you intending to partner with them?"

"Partner? Even if I said yes, they wouldn't accept," Wen Ping shot back.

"Why not?"

Confusion gripped Yun Liao.

No strangers present, Wen Ping spoke plainly without restraint, "You Country tolerates no power that refuses submission!"

(Thank you to Flying Bird Little Fan Girl for the ten thousand appreciation... My little fan girl hahaha... Thanks to Rational, but not Idealistic for the 1000 appreciation. Thanks to the Art of War in Twenty-Four Lessons for the 500 appreciation. Second chapter, due around five in the afternoon…)