As the most powerful sect in the world, the Xiaoyun Sect naturally bears the greatest responsibility.

They have agreements with many sects that they will go to their aid as quickly as possible if those sects encounter problems.

As for providing reverse support to the Xiaoyun Sect?

That's simply not within the scope of consideration for the major sects.

After all, if even the Xiaoyun Sect can't withstand it, other sects will have no chance of resisting it.

All the demon realm needs to do is open a passage in human territory again and attack any sect, which will naturally lure both sect leaders away.

If we're lucky, we might even be able to get that ancestor to reappear.

They can simply take advantage of the chaos to complete their mission.

"Demon King? Do you think I've lived too long and are tired of living?"

Peng Yao's expression was unfriendly. The Demon King was the most undisputed being in the entire demon realm, and no one could command him.

Unless he provides a reasonable explanation, his proposal to open the passage and even attack human sects is merely a ploy to kill Su Chen.

Peng Yao felt that there was a very high chance that he would be killed.

After all, the current Xi Meng is not the same demon king who led the demon race to attack the Daoist sect.

Xi Meng had always advocated for closing off the demon realm, a proposal that was previously opposed by almost all demons. However, after this murderous creature appeared, Xi Meng surprisingly began to gain supporters.

Therefore, eliminating this kid is not only about eliminating a hidden danger for the demon race, but also about allowing the demon realm to be reborn.

"I thought you were going to be really strong, you were all brimming with that defiant attitude, but it turns out you're just all show."

"What are you saying? Say it again if you dare." Peng Yao suddenly became angry.

"I don't want to fight you, we're just discussing the matter at hand." The other party smiled, but there was still a hint of mockery in his eyes. "Since you can't control the demon realm, then just wait patiently for us to create an opportunity for you to go in and kill them."

"Remember to ask the demon realm to slightly increase the reward amount when you go back~"

"roll!"

After a period of friendly exchange, both the demonic cultivator and the Peng demon fell silent. They each found a place to cultivate and wait quietly.

These two demonic cultivators would occasionally share the information they had gathered with the Peng Demon. It didn't take them long to pinpoint Su Chen's exact location inside the mountain gate.

They even confirmed Su Chen's current state.

"This kid is going all out to break through to the Integration Stage. If he succeeds, it won't be a good thing for us."

Zhang Yang's reputation was earned through his own fists, one punch at a time.

As long as they are at the same level, this kid seems to have never lost. Even when facing attacks from multiple people, he can always turn danger into safety and even kill them on several occasions.

For the three of them, the best opportunity is now, while the other party is still stuck in the Nascent Soul stage.

Once this kid successfully breaks through, the chances of them eliminating him will be greatly reduced.

More importantly, if they are held back by the other side, they will have to bear the risk of their own demise!

Chapter 185 Choosing a Breakthrough

"He is a body cultivator with extremely high physical strength. He has not chosen to break through to the Integration Stage, most likely because his soul strength is somewhat lagging behind."

Once he had waited and increased his spiritual strength, he successfully entered the Integration Stage.

This kid's actual combat power is probably even stronger than that of a normal early-stage Fusion Realm cultivator.

Body cultivators are practically invincible against other cultivators of the same realm.

Especially after entering the Integration Stage, various restrictive measures become inadequate. Unless one is a demon with extremely strong bloodline, they will still be easily defeated when facing a Body Cultivator of the same Integration Stage.

Even among demons of the same realm, the Peng Demon is considered to be among the stronger ones in terms of combat power.

But when he thought about how that kid had advanced to the Integration Stage, he actually had a feeling that he might not be able to defeat him.

Being cowardly before the battle even begins is not a good sign.

The demonic cultivators were highly efficient; once they identified their target, they immediately began harassing them. Initially, the major sects were able to cope, but soon a massive wave of attacks ensued.

Large numbers of demonic cultivators, along with scattered demon race members, began a frenzied attack and slaughter in all directions.

Even the most powerful sect, Xiaoyun Sect, could only continuously support other sects and maintain stability.

"Brother, something's not right. It feels like someone's stirring things up behind the scenes."

These demonic cultivators appeared too suddenly and too swiftly.

Almost immediately upon its appearance, it stirred up various sects, causing some to be restless.

Demonic cultivators are usually like rats that can't be seen in the light, so how come they've suddenly become so rampant?

"They're trying to do something in a roundabout way. The rampant demonic cultivators are just a facade. Their real purpose is to constantly mobilize the major sects and get them to take action."

Looking at the map and considering the recent movements of the major sects, it wasn't hard for the sect leader to see that these demonic cultivators never intended to confront the major sects head-on. Instead, they would stir up trouble and then frantically move on, leading the cultivators of the major sects in circles.

"Isn't this insane? Are they training the various sects' rapid reaction capabilities?"

Overall, the demonic cultivators were at a disadvantage; their casualties were far greater than those of the major sects.

It was as if this group of people suddenly emerged from underground, shouting at the various sects that they could not leave without being killed.

“These demonic cultivators shouldn’t be that bored.” The sect leader shook his head. “They’re probably trying to lure some key figures out.”

"Some?" The deputy sect leader was taken aback. A figure appeared in his mind. "It can't be Zhang Yang, can it? That guy can't possibly go out. Even if there's a huge fight outside, he's unlikely to leave the sect."

The other party took the initiative to come to us seeking refuge.

Outside the mountain gate, several Nascent Soul stage cultivators were waiting for him.

Unless that kid truly breaks through to the Integration Stage, he might not be able to leave the Xiaoyun Sect on his own initiative.

Otherwise, no matter how much the world changes outside, he would never leave.

"Is it possible that these demonic cultivators' target isn't Zhang Yang at all?" the sect leader suddenly asked.

"Not him? If it's not him, who could it be? It can't be you or me, right?" After the deputy sect leader finished speaking, he stood still.

Why couldn't it be them?

Judging from the current trend, the momentum created by these demonic cultivators is becoming increasingly immense. The disciples and elders of the Xiaoyun Sect have no choice but to continuously provide support to other sects from the outside.

If a situation arises that even they cannot resolve, then perhaps only the two sect leaders will be able to step in personally.

The sect's grand formation is indeed very strong, but without suitable personnel to operate it, it is difficult to withstand the infiltration of a Nascent Soul stage cultivator.

If their target was them from the beginning, then this sudden turn of events seems to make sense.

"Don't they know that there is an ancestor in the sect?" The deputy sect leader frowned.

The ancestor is about to reach the limit of his lifespan. He can either break through to the Perfected Integration Realm, which might slightly extend his lifespan, or he will quietly perish at a time unknown to anyone.

But at least for now, the sect's patriarch is still alive.

A late-stage Fusion Realm cultivator whose lifespan is nearing its limit is an extremely terrifying existence.

After all, he could abandon everything and choose to take a few more with him.

"They might also be gambling, betting that something has gone wrong with the ancestor, or that they can accomplish what they want before the ancestor can react."

If the opponent attacks directly, it's not a major problem. After all, there aren't many cultivators at the Fusion Stage who can withstand their combined attacks.

Even against a late-stage combined opponent, both of them have a good chance of winning.

But the worst thing is being targeted by someone.

If everything is really as they guessed, and the situation continues to deteriorate, forcing the two of them to go out to provide support, then only the patriarch will be left inside the mountain gate.

However, the ancestor is currently in seclusion, so if the other party is determined to remain hidden, it is highly unlikely that their whereabouts will be discovered in advance.

By the time the other side launches a sudden attack, it may be too late.

"This is really troublesome," the deputy sect leader said speechlessly. "We can't just let it go completely, but we can't control it either."

If their guesses are correct, then something will definitely happen that forces the two of them to leave the sect.

"What's there to worry about? We just need to wait and see. Their target won't change; they'll definitely choose to attack Zhang Yang. So let's upgrade the defenses of his residence. As long as we can hold out until the Ancestor notices, we don't need to worry about the rest."

The sect leader's words made the deputy sect leader's eyes light up. He had just completely gotten himself into a trap and hadn't even realized what was happening.

The two of them reinforced the entire area where Su Chen was located as quickly as possible.

Furthermore, a trigger condition has been set: as long as there is a being in the Integration Stage who attacks this area, the mountain-protecting formation will be activated immediately.

As long as Su Chen isn't instantly killed, there won't be any problems.

Su Chen was also aware of this. The changes in the outside world were both a pressure and a motivation for him. He needed to find a way to improve his cultivation level in the shortest possible time.

In this way, even if he withdraws from personal involvement, he will still be able to cope with any unforeseen events.

Just as the two sect leaders had predicted, the situation outside quickly became extremely chaotic.

Even some demonic cultivators who originally avoided the world have begun to emerge, increasing the pressure on the major sects to resist.

The two sect leaders were also forced to leave the sect.

"Those two troublesome guys are gone now, it's time to make our move, isn't it?"

Peng Yao, who had been waiting outside for a long time, couldn't wait to urge the two sect leaders on after they left.

He had been waiting here for quite a long time.

"Don't rush. We need to wait until those two reach their designated positions and hold them off. If we act now, they might even be able to send reinforcements. You don't want to go and never come back, do you?"

The two demonic cultivators weren't in such a hurry. To them, Su Chen was like a turtle in a jar, with no way to escape.

Moreover, they have been infiltrating the sect for some time and know the specific situation inside very well. Since they are going to take action, they must make sure that guy is killed.

"Three Nascent Soul cultivators targeting a Nascent Soul cultivator—it can only mean this kid's life is coming to an end."

Once the two sect leaders arrived at the designated area and the message was relayed back, the three cultivators at the Integration stage immediately began their operation.

The mountain-protecting formation posed no obstacle to them, and they easily penetrated it.

"That kid is in this area, but something has been done here. We only have a split second to make our move. Whether we succeed or not, we must leave immediately, or we might not be able to get out."

That kid, being a body cultivator, was completely helpless against even Nascent Soul stage cultivators of the same realm.

If the three of them, all at the Integration Realm, hadn't entered the mountain gate, they would have had no chance of killing that kid.

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