After the fairy disappeared

Chapter 2393 The Sect Feeds a Tiger, Its Tail Grows Too Big to Be Controlled

Chapter 2393 The Sect Feeds a Tiger, Its Tail Grows Too Big to Be Controlled

"A chaotic mess!" It wasn't easy for Liu Yisheng to utter this phrase. "I often think about it here. That period was also the time when Shangguan Biao took office as the master of Qufeng Cave. Perhaps all those conspiracies and incidents were related to him."

Immortal Mingke smiled and said, "In Changfeng Valley, this kind of thing is not unusual, is it?"

Liu Yisheng's cheek twitched: "It's not just Changfeng Valley. In any sect... Oh, I heard the two monsters who came in to carry out the execution say that the human kingdom is rising in power now, right? Even in the human kingdom, I believe such things are not uncommon, are they?"

“Existence does not necessarily equate to righteousness,” Aunt Zhu interjected. “In your large sect of over a hundred thousand people, has no one noticed that Shangguan Biao harbors ill intentions?”

Liu Yisheng could only manage a wry smile.

"What exactly constitutes malice?" He Lingchuan answered for them, "In Changfeng Valley, which disciple isn't self-serving? Which one doesn't use the sect's rules and regulations as a stepping stone to advancement or a tool to harm others? And which one isn't full of suspicion and malice towards others? In this kind of sect, the hardest thing to find isn't someone with malice, but someone who still has good intentions in their heart."

He paused for a moment: "It is precisely because Changfeng Valley is full of people like Shangguan Biao that it has the effect of hiding a tree in the forest."

Liu Yisheng sighed deeply: "How come no one noticed? Exposing his secrets could be used as a fan to fan the flames every ten days, but..."

It just doesn't work.

"Of the five peaks and eighteen caves, which peak chief or cave master isn't covered in black, right?" Immortal Mingke understood him well. "There must be quite a few on your list, Peak Chief Liu, right? Otherwise, why would you be here?"

The seemingly virtuous elders and senior members within sects have all risen to their positions by stepping on others. And this isn't limited to Changfeng Valley alone.

Liu Yisheng did not refute, but only said, "At that time, Shangguan Biao had already gained power, his cultivation was strong and his influence was stable. Although he was only a cave master, his strength actually surpassed that of the two peaks, and he was very prominent in the sect. These people's denunciation of him was useless, but instead provoked his crazy revenge. The ways they died were bizarre and even we were terrified. Shangguan Biao's insidious nature was finally exposed. He probably thought that he no longer needed to hide."

Liu Yisheng pointed to the stone carvings on the side of the screen: "Sect Leader Wang secretly discussed with us how to stop Shangguan Biao."

Shangguan Biao's power, ruthlessness, and usurpation of authority made his own sect feel deeply uneasy.

Aunt Zhu laughed and said, "Indeed, the student has surpassed the teacher. Don't be afraid if you dare."

What kind of person would be afraid of the monster they raised themselves?

"However, before the plan could be implemented, the three major sects besieged Changfeng Valley." Liu Yisheng frowned. "Being beset by internal and external troubles, and with the sects still relying on Shangguan Biao, the original plan was shelved."

"After this great battle, the sect suffered heavy casualties. Shangguan Biao, due to his strong execution ability, became the backbone of the sect. He also took the opportunity to kill several of his usual rivals, making it even more difficult for Sect Leader Wang to find a suitable opportunity."

The four remained silent. Changfeng Valley had been feeding tigers relentlessly, and even after Shangguan Biao grew into a ruthless character whom the sect leader feared, they still couldn't touch him.

"Later, Sect Leader Wang suffered a qi deviation during his practice and died suddenly overnight. Although the autopsy results showed that it was caused by a sudden flare-up of an old injury he sustained in the battle to protect the sect, many people did not believe it."

He Lingchuan asked him, "You don't believe it either, right?"

“If you had gone through all that, you would also point the finger at Shangguan Biao,” Liu Yisheng said in a low voice. “Afterwards, we discovered that Shangguan Biao had a mole around Sect Leader Wang. Shangguan Biao probably already knew that Sect Leader Wang wanted to deal with him.”

Ling Jinbao said "Oh," and then added, "He struck first, truly embodying the principles advocated by your sect."

"The death of Sect Leader Wang is the second major blow to Changfeng Valley." Liu Yisheng rubbed his arm, as if the whip marks were still throbbing. "He was a genius of unparalleled talent. Shangguan Biao's aptitude wasn't even worthy of carrying his boots. As you all know, Changfeng Valley is famous for its spatial supernatural abilities, and before his death, Sect Leader Wang had already researched the 'Flowing Light' secret realm. This alone is enough to make him famous in history!"

The four exchanged glances, and Ling Jinbao shrugged: "None of us know."

Because of the demise of Changfeng Valley, Wang Ye's achievements were forgotten.

Upon hearing the word "secret realm," He Lingchuan became very interested: "What's so special about this 'Flowing Light' secret realm?"

"Do you know that the secret realms that arise alongside numerous ruins and ancient sites often recreate a silhouette, a fragment, of a certain time and space? Therefore, time is almost frozen in these secret realms. If we plant a seed in such a secret realm, no matter how much water or nutrients we give it, it will not sprout; even if someone accidentally enters and eats the food in the secret realm, they will often suffer from severe stomach pain. This is because it goes against your body. Changfeng Valley calls these secret realms 'time and space silhouettes'."

Both Ming Ke Xianren and He Lingchuan nodded.

What He Lingchuan was thinking of was, of course, the Panlong Secret Realm constructed by Zhong Shengguang.

It captures the scene that left the deepest impression on Zhong Shengguang, freezing time forever after the destruction of Panlong City. From the moment He Lingchuan first entered until it disappeared into the Dayan Heavenly Pearl, its desolate and magnificent main theme never changed.

If there is a guardian spirit, then the theme of the secret realm is often inseparable from the stubbornness of the guardian spirit.

"Sect Leader Wang successfully integrated the 'Time-Space Silhouette' with the ordinary small world, allowing time to flow again in the secret realm, hence the name 'Flowing Light'."

Liu Yisheng's words made He Lingchuan's heart pound several times.

Isn't this exactly what Zhong Shengguang once tried to accomplish using the Dayan Heavenly Pearl?

Immortal Mingke asked, puzzled, "What's the benefit of this?"

"Time flows, and growth gains strength; only by being imprisoned can history continue to move forward," Liu Yisheng said solemnly. "Even those regrets left behind in time may be remedied! Sect Leader Wang has explored a prototype, and we are also eager to know what this secret realm will ultimately become. It's a pity..."

Aunt Zhu snorted, "I didn't expect your Sect Leader Wang to still have some humanity."

“Sect Leader Wang had foresight and saw the infinite possibilities it contained.” Liu Yisheng sighed. “After his passing, the ‘Flowing Light’ secret realm also disappeared. His disciples searched for many years but never found a clue.”

"After Sect Leader Wang passed away, the sect was in constant turmoil, and I was left to fend for myself. Shangguan Biao clearly sided with me and offered a plan to utilize the Earth Mother. This method was indeed effective, but the ferocity unleashed by the Earth Mother exceeded my expectations. It not only devoured my enemies but also ravaged the disciples of Changfeng Valley!"

The sudden attack by the guardian spirit beast on the sect's members was a powerful backlash, even for Changfeng Valley.

(End of this chapter)