The news of Wang Jian's presence within the Heavenly Lotus Sect quickly circulated to the other two sects in the Celestial Nexus Immortal Dominion, leaving them in shock.
Both sects were well aware of the Heavenly Lotus Sect's strict rule against allowing men to enter their sacred territory.
The Spirit Affinity Sect shared a similar stance, maintaining a strict no-men policy within their sect. They understood the reasoning behind the Heavenly Lotus Sect's unwavering commitment to this rule.
However, the recent revelation that a man named Wang Jian had taken up residence in the Heavenly Lotus Sect left them astounded.
It was a result of Wang Jian's courageous act, risking his life to singlehandedly rescue the captured experts of the Heavenly Lotus Sect from the perilous Devil Nest, where formidable members of two Great Devil Clans resided.
In the process, he had suffered grave injuries due to the corrupting devil qi. Only by immersing himself in the Saint Lotus Pond could this malevolent energy be purged, and his health restored.
This shocking news piqued the curiosity of the other sects, prompting them to question Wang Jian's true power.
It was evident that he possessed remarkable strength to have successfully saved numerous Heavenly Lotus Sect experts from the dangerous clutches of the Great Devil Clans dwelling in the Devil Nest.
The presence of Wang Jian had ignited an internal struggle within the Heavenly Lotus Sect. On one side stood the factions led by Third Elder Fairy Zhi Luan and Fifth Elder Fairy Qian Shui, staunchly advocating for an exception for Wang Jian to the sect's ancient rule that barred men from entering.
On the other side was the unwavering faction led by Sect Leader Fairy Ruo Li, resolute in their determination to expel Wang Jian from the sect.
Amidst this turmoil, Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia of the Spirit Affinity Sect sought counsel from Lady Zhuoran on the matter.
She was keen to understand Wang Jian's abilities. Lady Zhuoran explained that Wang Jian's success against the devils could be attributed to his possession of Solar Flames and his mastery of the Scorching Solar Incineration Domain.
Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia found this revelation surprising, yet logical, considering Wang Jian's achievements against the formidable Great Devil Clans.
She also cautioned Lady Zhuoran that while Wang Jian had managed to enter the Heavenly Lotus Sect, the doors of the Spirit Affinity Sect would forever remain closed to him.
After Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia departed, Lady Zhuoran wasted no time in sharing this crucial piece of information with Wang Jian.
Upon hearing the news, Wang Jian's lips curled into a sinister smirk, and he uttered coldly, "She won't be able to stop me once she's dead."
However, Wang Jian knew he had to bide his time. He awaited the impending Spirit Affinity Sect expedition, when both factions of the sect would unite to venture into the Devil Nest and eradicate the threat.
Within the Heavenly Lotus Sect, Wang Jian met with Fairy Qian Shui and Fairy Zhi Luan, urging them to reconcile with Sect Leader Fairy Ruo Li.
With a somewhat forced smile, he said, "...I don't want to be the cause of internal conflict within this magnificent sect. Now that I'm healed, I shall take my leave. Please, make amends with Fairy Ruo Li. You must realize that only with her support can you eradicate the Devil Nest within your sect's territory and eliminate the devil threat once and for all."
Fairy Zhi Luan swiftly responded, "Emperor Wang, you need not carry the burden of guilt in this matter. It's just that the Sect Leader and her faction are incredibly stubborn and refuse to understand the situation."
Fairy Qian Shui echoed these sentiments, saying, "They fail to recognize your noble heart. Without your intervention, we not only would have lost our lives, but our entire sect would have suffered grievous losses. In fact, had we perished, our Heavenly Lotus Sect would have been left incapable of handling the Devil Nest independently. We'd be forced to expend valuable resources seeking aid from another sect, which would be a really grim scenario."
Wang Jian managed a wry smile and replied, "I share your disappointment in Fairy Ruo Li. As the Emperor of the Everlasting Mystic Empire, I certainly understand the importance of culture and ancient traditions. However, I've also learned that progress and change are vital. We cannot remain mired in old customs while the world evolves."
His words resonated deeply with Fairy Zhi Luan and Fairy Qian Shui.
"You speak the truth, Emperor Wang," Fairy Zhi Luan affirmed, her voice filled with conviction. She added, "If, by chance, I ascend to the position of Sect Leader, I pledge that I won't hinder your entry into our sect."
Fairy Qian Shui echoed the sentiment, her tone equally earnest. "I make the same promise, Emperor Wang."
Internally, Wang Jian concealed his amusement at their pledges, maintaining a grave countenance. "Thank you for your understanding," he replied before taking his leave from the Heavenly Lotus Sect.
With Wang Jian's departure, the internal conflict that had been brewing between Sect Leader Fairy Ruo Li's faction and the combined factions of Fairy Zhi Luan and Fairy Qian Shui came to a halt.
They entered into a temporary truce, joining forces to devise a plan to confront the devils residing within the Devil Nest.
With the truce established, representatives from the Spirit Affinity Sect naturally visited the Heavenly Lotus Sect.
Their purpose was straightforward: they wanted to learn about the capabilities that the experts of Heavenly Lotus Sect had witnessed during their encounters with the devils in the Devil Nest.
Suspecting that the Devil Nest within their own territory harbored similar formidable adversaries, the Spirit Affinity Sect sought insights from those who had faced the devils firsthand.
The members of the Heavenly Lotus Sect, who had endured challenging battles within the Devil Nest, openly shared every piece of information they possessed.
Armed with this knowledge, the Spirit Affinity Sect promptly marshaled a significant force and directed it toward the Devil Nest.
The collective strength amassed was so formidable that the other two sects in the Celestial Nexus Immortal Dominion held high confidence in their forthcoming victory.
As the Spirit Affinity Sect's reinforcements journeyed toward the Devil Nest, Wang Jian took decisive action. He promptly contacted the captains of the two Great Devil Clans, instructing them to leave behind clones with 70% of their power within the Devil Nest and withdraw.
The resources needed to recover their strength that was spend on these clones would be replenished by their Devil Clans upon their return to the Silver Devil Asura Dominion.
The journey to the Devil Nest was quite a trek, necessitating a midway break for the Spirit Affinity Sect's experts. During this respite, Wang Jian seized the opportunity to put his plans into motion.
He chose to approach Second Elder Fairy Ming Lan, who was diligently striving to bolster her faction and ascend to the position of Sect Leader within the Spirit Affinity Sect.
However, her path was fraught with challenges, as the Sect Leader's faction held a formidable sway that seemed insurmountable.
Then, a cryptic message appeared within Fairy Ming Lan's tent, delivering a proposition that piqued her curiosity. It read, "Do you desire greater strength? Are you yearning for the mantle of Sect Leader? If your answer is yes, then come to the nearby Willow Valley. Make sure to come alone."
Fairy Ming Lan found herself astonished by the mysterious appearance of this message, for she could detect no presence of another person in her vicinity.
Intrigued by the mysterious message, Fairy Ming Lan decided to venture alone into the Willow Valley. Her confidence in her combat skills reassured her, knowing that she could at least signal for help if needed.
As she explored the valley, a commanding voice echoed through the air, causing her to scan her surroundings. Her eyes widened when a cloaked figure materialized seemingly out of thin air.
"You must be the one who sent me that note. What was it about?" Fairy Ming Lan inquired, her tone carrying a hint of menace.
Wang Jian responded with a sly grin, "You shouldn't address your benefactor in such a manner, Fairy Ming Lan."
Suspicion furrowed her brow as she pressed, "And what do you mean by that?"
"I mean exactly what I wrote in that note. I possess the means to empower you and your faction to the extent that you could easily overcome the Sect Leader's faction and achieve your goal of becoming the Sect Leader," Wang Jian explained, his smile unwavering.
"How?" queried Fairy Ming Lan, her eyes narrowed in curiosity.
"Well," Wang Jian began, "I possess a unique ability that allows me to perceive and unlock an individual's untapped potential. Right now, I sense a wealth of dormant power within you just waiting to be unleashed."
Fairy Ming Lan's eyes widened in astonishment, but she quickly composed herself and retorted, "Impossible! I've never heard of such a mystical ability. If such a thing existed, the whole world would have known about it by now!"
"I anticipated your skepticism. That's precisely why I intend to offer you a demonstration. Without even laying a finger on you, I will amplify your Spiritual Energy and expand your Sea of Qi to a level beyond your wildest imagination," Wang Jian confidently declared.
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