Chapter 174: The Future of Cultivation in the Eastern Domain

Chapter 174: Chapter 174: The Future of Cultivation in the Eastern Domain

Yu Zongding and Li Mosheng had different reactions to Chu Fan’s words.

Yu Zongding felt that he had made a grave mistake in his handling of Chu Fan. Such a prodigiously talented disciple had been pushed out by him, and his heart was filled with regret.

Li Mosheng, however, thought differently. His only regret was not killing Chu Fan sooner. He was certain that sending him to Dingfeng Slope had allowed him to stumble upon some incredible fortuitous encounter.

Chu Fan’s very existence had undoubtedly disrupted all of his and Red Blood Mansion’s plans.

Li Mosheng felt the urge to say something to vent his frustration, but the memory of that recent slap made him swallow his words.

"As for the Lingyun Sect’s affairs, once I have retrieved the remains of my senior brothers, I will come to Yunmeng Mountain to have a proper talk with you all."

After speaking, Chu Fan gave a solemn nod.

"Does anyone else have any questions? If not, let’s have a proper discussion about the future of cultivation in the Eastern Domain. As for those who just asked what right I have, or called me a monkey wearing a crown, just watch and see if I can’t wipe out the entire Red Blood Mansion within half a month."

"Silence! You’re just a wet-behind-the-ears brat, spouting on about ’the future of cultivation in the Eastern Domain.’ What do you take all these seniors present here for?"

Perhaps what even Chu Fan hadn’t expected was that the one who stepped out to berate him at this moment was none other than Yun Keji.

However, recalling the conversation between Yun Keji and his wife in their room two nights ago, Chu Fan now understood what kind of person Yun Keji truly was.

It had to be said, the Lingyun Sect had plenty of sanctimonious people, but this Yun Keji was even more detestable than Li Mosheng.

It was a good thing that Yun Keji wasn’t Yun Xi’s biological father. Otherwise, Chu Fan really wouldn’t have known how to deal with Yun Keji and his wife!

Chu Fan shot Yun Keji a sideways glance and asked, "Elder Yun seems to have a different opinion? Why don’t you and the Lingyun Sect withdraw from Taiyue Mountain as well?"

"We should withdraw just because you say so? The Sect Leaders of numerous Cultivation Sects from the Eastern Domain are here. Who the hell do you think you are?" Li Mosheng also berated him.

"You ask who I think I am? Fine. I’ll let the facts tell you who I am!" Chu Fan sneered.

"Jing’an, tell him who I am!" Chu Fan began to call them out one by one.

"My Lord, my Celestial Heart Hall will be Lord Chu’s subordinate for all eternity. Should anyone have a shred of disloyalty, may the Celestial Dao strike them down!" Jing’an replied resolutely.

"Lan Bing, tell him who I am!"

"My Lord, my Earth Universe Pavilion, from top to bottom, is eternally subordinate to My Lord. Should anyone have a shred of disloyalty, may the Celestial Dao strike them down!"

"Liu Yisheng, tell him who I am!"

"The Profound Wind Mercenary Corps will obey the Lord’s command. Any who dare to defy it shall be slain by the Celestial Dao!"

Chu Fan’s gaze shifted to Qi Biao. Before he could even speak, Qi Biao puffed out his chest and declared, "The Yellow Storm Mercenary Corps will obey the Lord’s command. Any who dare to defy it shall be slain by the Celestial Dao."

"Mr. Hong’s Auction House is under the Lord’s command. We shall follow his lead in all decisions, and we have already sworn a Celestial Dao Oath, daring not to show the slightest negligence."

"All properties under my name, such as Da Yu Department Store and Da Yu Trading Company, will heed the Lord’s command. Any who defy it will have their Divine Souls obliterated."

"The Bu Huang Grain Store will heed the Lord’s command. Any who defy it shall be slain by the Celestial Dao!"

As each person stepped forward to speak, the shock in the eyes of the uninformed grew.

They hadn’t imagined that Chu Fan’s power was already so terrifying.

Every one of these seven individuals was at the Divine Separation Realm. But what was more important than their Cultivation was the enterprises they commanded.

And don’t forget, besides these seven, there was also the elusive Dark Night Envoy, who comes and goes without a trace!

It was simply horrifying.

But it wasn’t over. Chu Fan continued to call out names.

"Cheng Shimo of the Profound Celestial Sect, who do you say I, Chu Fan, am?"

"The Profound Celestial Sect, from top to bottom, will obey Lord Chu’s grand plan of unification, re-establish order, and restrain the Cultivators of the Eastern Domain. Anyone who stands in the way will be an enemy of my Profound Celestial Sect."

At this point, Li Mosheng and Yun Keji could only stare dumbfounded at the scene before them, their eyes filled with utter disbelief.

"Lü Hongshao of the Xuandao Sect, who do you say I, Chu Fan, am?"

"The Xuandao Sect, from top to bottom, will obey Lord Chu’s grand plan of unification and re-establish order to restrain our Disciples. Anyone who stands in the way will also be an enemy of my Xuandao Sect."

"Shi Yindi of the Dark Moon Sect, what do you think I, Chu Fan, am?"

"It goes without saying. Lord Chu’s heart is set on the future of the entire Eastern Domain. Supporting Lord Chu is the sole mission of my Dark Moon Sect for the next hundred years."

"Wang Zhiheng of the Cyan Cloud Sect, what about you?"

"Our Cyan Cloud Sect will go through fire and water to support Lord Chu."

"Chenqing Sect, what about you?"

The eyes of the old man, who had seemed to be asleep, suddenly snapped open, a sharp light glinting within them. He said, "The Chenqing Sect will follow Lord Chu’s lead. Any who object shall be expelled from the Sect."

"Zi Wu Gate, do you remember the promise you made when you received the Midnight Mandarin Duck Sword and the Sword Technique Manual? It’s time for you to step up and say something."

Although Shang Jixuan, the Sect Leader of Zi Wu Gate, had long suspected that the items Chen Qi’an brought back to the Sect were from Chu Fan, he was still momentarily stunned to hear Chu Fan say it himself.

But he didn’t hesitate and quickly said, "Zi Wu Gate will follow Lord Chu’s lead."

"Very good!"

Chu Fan asked no more, turning his gaze back to Li Mosheng and Yun Keji. "Now, what do you think I am?"

"Chu Fan, you eloped with my daughter and pledged your lives to each other without my consent. No matter how high your status is, you are still my junior..."

"Hahaha!" Chu Fan immediately burst out laughing. He reached out and gently patted Yun Xi’s shoulder, quelling her rising anger and giving her a look that told her to be patient.

"Yun Keji, you and your wife are the most sanctimonious people in the entire Lingyun Sect. As for Yun Xi, even if you don’t bring it up, I will personally ascend Lingyun Peak one day to settle this with you. You are not worthy of being Yun Xi’s parents, and you are certainly not worthy of being my father-in-law."

"I’m not worthy? No matter what you say, she’s my own flesh and blood!"

"Seize him!" Chu Fan didn’t want to reveal the whole story here and embarrass Yun Xi, so he gave the order immediately, no longer bothering to trade barbs with this old scoundrel.

Qi Biao immediately moved against Yun Keji. With a single palm strike, before Yun Keji could even react, he was knocked unconscious.

A flicker of distress showed in Yun Xi’s eyes, but Chu Fan just shook his head gently at her.

Yun Xi grabbed the corner of Chu Fan’s sleeve, her expression deeply conflicted, but she didn’t say a word.

Seeing Qi Biao strike Yun Keji, Yu Zongding, who was standing right beside him, showed no intention of intervening. As for Li Mosheng, he wouldn’t have dared.

"Li Mosheng, do you think I’m qualified to stand here now?" Chu Fan asked, each word a piercing blow.

Li Mosheng lowered his head and said nothing more, but his eyes were filled with venomous hatred.

His gaze might have avoided the eyes of others, but how could it escape the probe of Chu Fan’s Spiritual Power? Chu Fan, however, didn’t press the issue.

Chu Fan turned his gaze to Yu Zongding and asked, "I will settle my personal grudge with the Lingyun Sect later. You are the Sect Leader of the Lingyun Sect. I will ask you one last time: do you support or oppose the Great Xia unifying the Eastern Domain and establishing rules to restrain all Cultivators within it?"

Yu Zongding sighed and said, "The Lingyun Sect agrees."

"Sect Leader!" Li Mosheng exclaimed, urgently grabbing Yu Zongding’s clothes.

"Elder Li, say no more!" Yu Zongding said softly to Li Mosheng.

"Miss Nan of the Mixed Element Sect, your father died at Mr. Hong’s Auction House, but there were reasons for what happened. I will not evade my responsibility in this. Those who have passed cannot be brought back. If you trust me this once and let go of this grudge, I will grant your Mixed Element Sect a glorious future."

Nan Chuting took a few steps forward and said, "I trust you, Chu Fan. My Mixed Element Sect supports the unification under the Great Xia and the establishment of new rules!"

Nan Chuting’s words once again took many people by surprise.