[Interpersonal relationships require good communication.]
[The same holds true for the Demon Clan.]
Every word Ye Yu spoke struck a chord in Bu Haoyan’s heart.
Especially the last line: If we’re going to fight, let’s fight the fiercest and most ruthless one.
Amazing! Simply amazing! Bu Haoyan’s blood boiled, and he felt an overwhelming surge of energy that demanded release.
He asked eagerly, “Elder Ye, who should we attack? Name a target, and I’ll issue the order right now! No hesitation!”
Ye Yu turned, pointed at the map on the wall, and declared with resolute clarity, “Zhaomo Pass!”
“That’s it, let’s attack Zhaomo—”
Bu Haoyan started enthusiastically but faltered halfway through his sentence.
Zhaomo Pass was universally acknowledged as the strongest sect within a million-mile radius.
Its sect leader’s power and its foundational strength both far surpassed those of Heavenly Dragon Cliff.
Though Bu Haoyan was a battle fanatic eager to make a name for his sect, he wasn’t a fool.
He understood the vast disparity between the two sects.
This was a hopelessly one-sided fight with a predetermined outcome.
So, he forced a smile and said, “Elder Ye, how about we pick a different target? I know you’re brimming with ambition and eager to achieve great things, but Heavenly Dragon Cliff just can’t measure up to them.”
As he spoke, Bu Haoyan felt his face grow hot.
His earlier bold declarations now felt like they were slapping him in the face.
Point and we’ll strike? The first target and he was already backing down.
It was truly embarrassing.
Afraid that Ye Yu might leave in anger and sever their newfound camaraderie, Bu Haoyan quickly added, “Actually, it’s not that we can’t fight them. It’s just that we need to wait for the right time! If we want to claim the title of the strongest someday, we’ll undoubtedly have to face Zhaomo Pass.”
Ye Yu didn’t say a word, only gazing at Bu Haoyan with a look of disappointment.
The sect leader’s voice grew quieter and quieter until it became almost inaudible.
Bu Haoyan, a dignified sect master with Sky Demon-level cultivation, felt utterly humiliated, lowering his head like a child caught doing something wrong.
[Demonic cultivation levels after the Ascension stage, in ascending order: Earth Demon, Sky Demon, Mystic Demon, Demon King, Demon Lord, Demon Emperor, Demon Sovereign, Demon Monarch.]
Seeing this, Ye Yu decided to fan the flames further.
He let out a disappointed sigh and said with heartfelt sincerity, “Sect Master, do you think I’m unaware of the gap between us and Zhaomo Pass?
But the reason I suggested targeting them first isn’t to make things difficult for you.
It’s to help you take the first step in our plan.
Squashing soft targets is for old grannies.
Everyone in the Demon Lord Bai Xichu’s territory knows that Zhaomo Pass is the strongest.
But so what?
We’ll fight the strongest!
That’s the Heavenly Dragon Cliff way!
Daring to do what others deem impossible!
Tell me, who else in the world has such courage?
I guarantee, once we make our move, Heavenly Dragon Cliff will become a household name.
Even if we don’t take down Zhaomo Pass, securing the title of second strongest won’t be an issue.”
Bu Haoyan’s eyes began to gleam.
In Bai Xichu’s domain, Heavenly Dragon Cliff wasn’t even in the top five sects.
But the title of second strongest? That would be an incredible boost to their prestige.
No one in the sect would dare say he was inferior to his father after that!
Bu Haoyan was clearly tempted.
Ye Yu, not giving him a moment to breathe, continued his verbal assault.
“Second strongest is just the beginning!
A man born in the Demon World must not live in mediocrity.
Our goal is to be the strongest!
We’ll forge powerhouses through battle!
As we fight Zhaomo Pass, we’ll use our title as the second strongest to attract other cultivators to join us, constantly replenishing fresh blood.
We’ll keep fighting, relentlessly, until we make Zhaomo Pass fear us and submit!
Sect Master, don’t hesitate any longer.
If you fear, you’ll lose for life!”
Under Ye Yu’s relentless persuasion, Bu Haoyan was finally swayed.
The two of them spent hours devising a perfect battle plan.
[The Next Day]
Ye Yu and Bu Haoyan arrived near Zhaomo Pass.
As they gazed at the towering sect gates, Ye Yu gave Bu Haoyan an encouraging look.
Bu Haoyan nodded slightly, pulled out a wine flask from his waist, took a swig, and flew forward alone.
His not-so-towering figure emanated a tragic, heroic aura, as if he were a warrior walking toward his final battle.
This was the start of their plan.
Heavenly Dragon Cliff and Zhaomo Pass had no longstanding grievances or recent disputes.
If Bu Haoyan were to directly declare war, not only would it lack justification, but even the sect elders wouldn’t approve.
Even if he forced them to fight, they wouldn’t go all out.
Thus, to make a name for themselves and initiate a full-blown war with Zhaomo Pass, they needed the right pretext.
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Ye Yu had come up with the perfect solution.
A high-ranking figure from Heavenly Dragon Cliff would provoke Zhaomo Pass, preferably ending up beaten beyond recognition.
This would frame Zhaomo Pass as bullies who oppressed the weak.
With this excuse, they could stir up the emotions of Heavenly Dragon Cliff’s members, turning the conflict into a vendetta.
A fight to the death would showcase Heavenly Dragon Cliff’s might.
Of course, the only person suitable for this role was Bu Haoyan himself.
Initially, Bu Haoyan had been hesitant to lower his dignity and provoke someone outright.
But under Ye Yu’s relentless persuasion, he relented, setting aside his pride for the greater good.
Under Ye Yu’s watchful gaze, Bu Haoyan approached the gates of Zhaomo Pass.
He announced loudly to the disciples guarding the sect, “I am Bu Haoyan, Sect Master of Heavenly Dragon Cliff. May I ask where your sect elder is today?”
Soon, Zhen Qiubei, the guardian elder of Zhaomo Pass, stepped out and greeted him with a respectful salute.
“I did not expect the esteemed Sect Master Bu to visit. May I ask what brings you here?”
Bu Haoyan grinned and sent a private voice transmission to Zhen Qiubei: I’m here to insult your mother!
Zhen Qiubei froze, clearly not expecting such words.
What he didn’t know was that, for the next incense stick’s time, Bu Haoyan continued insulting the ancestors of Zhen Qiubei and his current Dao partner’s ancestors through voice transmission.