Daoist Competition

Chapter 1320: Chapter 47: Sect-Locking Grand Array, Lies Become Truth

With Han Wangke’s assistance, Shao Zhongxiang felt he had no further concerns. Though the floodwaters had not yet completely receded, he was eager to act, sending a war challenge to the Han Yuan Sect.

On Cangzhu Peak, Zhang Yan casually tossed aside the letter in his hand. After receiving Zhang Boyant’s report on the details, he fully understood the origins of this matter. Previously, given the issue with the tidal vortex, he hadn’t had the opportunity to deal with it. If this letter had been delayed a few days, he might have already had the chance to tackle this sect. Now that the letter had arrived, he planned to take advantage of the situation to eradicate it once and for all.

He glanced downward and said, "Shao Zhongxiang challenges me to a duel at East Divine House Tide Head Cliff in half a month. What do my junior brothers think?"

At that moment, below the main hall, besides Chu, Wen, Zhao, and others, Zhang Boyant and his disciples, along with more than ten Xuan Guang Disciples, were present.

Chu Muran glanced around and spoke first, "I inquired a bit from Bai Sect Leader. Shao Zhongxiang, it seems, initially sought the Dao under Fengxiang Sword Sect. Because he had a demon body, he was ostracized by his peers, yet he honed his Flying Sword Skill. He is not one to be underestimated. In the past, Brother Yong had no confidence in suppressing him and wouldn’t bother him as long as he didn’t stir trouble."

Wen Liang immediately became somewhat angry, saying, "When Yong Fu was in charge of the immortal city, he made no moves, but now with our senior brother here, he dares to challenge us. Does he think the Han Yuan Sect is easy to bully?"

Chu Muran shook his head and said, "I don’t think it’s for that reason. Shao Zhongxiang sparred with Sect Leader Yong decades ago, and while he barely won that time, he afterward claimed it was a draw. I believe he’s only recently allied with the Python Clan; otherwise, he would have already seized control long ago, rather than remaining dormant until now."

Zhao Ge raised his hand and said, "With Sect Leader’s mana, Shao Zhongxiang is not to be feared. What concerns us is the Python Clan. Without their backing, where would he get such courage? Defeating this sect is not difficult, but we must be wary of further actions from the Python Clan."

Everyone present looked serious. The Python Clan’s strength is no less than the Five Major Sects of East Victory; for the Han Yuan Sect, they are a formidable presence lurking above the North Sea.

The closest to Divine House Mountain are Zhongtai Sect and Xuanyue Sect, but both are currently locked in a life-and-death struggle, with no time to intervene here.

Zhang Yan felt confident as long as it wasn’t Luo Mengze appearing. The Dragon Carp Siren and the 200,000 demon soldiers were enough to repel the enemies from the sea. However, these were his hidden moves, not to be revealed now. He smiled faintly, saying, "The Python Clan has long desired to invade East Victory, and now they act through Shao Zhongxiang, showing they still hold concerns about the Five Major Sects, and dare not attack openly."

Hearing this, everyone felt reassured, and Chu Muran said, "If Shao Zhongxiang’s duel fails this time, he’s sure to try other tactics. Our Han Yuan Sect has the Mountain Gate Formation; we’re not afraid. The other sects are more concerning."

Zhang Yan laughed, "That’s not difficult. As the saying goes, ’from destruction comes opportunity.’ If all the sects’ mountain gates are damaged, we can take advantage of this to rebuild and have them deploy arrays within their sects. Construct Dharma Platforms between each sect’s Cave Mansions and peaks, connecting them with Array Flag Restrictions to communicate and encompass, supporting one another. This is called the ’Locking Sects Formation.’ What do my junior brothers think?"

Upon hearing this, everyone was astonished, not expecting the Sect Leader to have such grand plans. If realized, Divine House Mountain would become impenetrable, like a fortress.

Upon reflection, it seemed feasible. The sects in Divine House Mountain never emphasized Mountain Gate Formations. Before Zhang Yan came east, only the immortal city had a truly secure entrance. When he decreed the widespread deployment of forbidden techniques, initially, the other sects were indifferent, but after the tidal surge attack, they recognized its benefits. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com

Moreover, as the sects had scattered mountain gates due to the tribute from Vassal State citizens, they now needed to reestablish their positions, making it ideal to implement this method.

Chu Muran pondered, saying, "Though Sect Leader’s proposal is excellent, it presents a challenge. If each sect pursues it independently, it may become disorganized. If we send our Han Yuan Sect disciples to handle it, they’re likely unwilling."

Zhang Yan smiled slightly and turned his gaze to the more than ten Xuan Guang Disciples seated below, saying, "What are your thoughts? Feel free to share."

Senior Disciple Lin Xuanchao said, "During the tidal vortex difficulty, the Han Yuan Sect was unharmed entirely due to the Sect Leader’s deployment of the Great Array. I’m sure all sects witnessed this. We can send disciples to thoroughly explain the benefits, and I’m confident we can make this happen."