After Wang Jian's meeting with Fairy Ming Lan, he quietly slipped away from the area. In reality, he made his way deep into the ominous Devil Nest, where the Spirit Affinity Sect's experts were planning an attack.
There, he rendezvoused with the devils inside of the Devil Nest, giving them a clear command: "Get ready to put up a fierce fight when those Spirit Affinity Sect folks show up."
At this point, the most powerful devils in the Nest, hailing from the two Great Devil Clans, had been toned down to operate at only 70% of their true strength, all in accordance with Wang Jian's directives.
His reasoning? He didn't want the cream of the devilish crop from those clans to meet their end in this clash.
It didn't take too long for the Spirit Affinity Sect experts to show up at the Devil Nest, mostly because they could already sense the commotion from the active devilish activity.
Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia didn't waste any time making her intentions clear: "Let's wipe out these devils and cleanse our region of their menace!"
Her statement was met with a resounding chorus of agreement.
Meanwhile, Fairy Ming Lan was a bundle of nerves and excitement. She couldn't help but remember her agreement with Wang Jian from the night before. She hoped he had been truthful and would use his powers to boost her faction's members during their showdown with the devils.
Before they knew it, the entire Spirit Affinity Sect crew had ventured deep into the Devil Nest. They wasted no time in cutting down any demon or devil that crossed their path.
As they continued their advance, they stumbled upon a huge open area within the Devil Nest, where a bunch of powerful arrays were etched on the ground and walls.
Out of nowhere, a swarm of demons and devils materialized in that very spot.
The captains of the two Great Devil Clans led their troops with determined looks in their eyes, charging straight at the Spirit Affinity Sect forces.
The battle between the Spirit Affinity Sect experts and the two Great Devil Clans was in full swing. Both sides were taking heavy losses, but it seemed like the devils were gaining the upper hand.
It made sense, really. The devils had activated their battle arrays, giving them a significant edge in combat.
As this life and death battle raged on, something remarkable happened.
The Spirit Affinity Sect members began to experience a sudden growth in their abilities.
If you looked closely, you'd see that Fairy Ming Lan's group was the one making the most gains. Their skills got stronger, and some even saw their cultivation levels go up.
Now, Fairy Ming Lan's transformation was off the charts. Her cultivation jumped from the sixth stage of the Emperor Realm to the eighth.
Her spiritual energy became denser, about eight times more potent than before.
Her Qi Sea expanded nearly tenfold, and her elemental mastery hit its peak, allowing her to unleash combat skills beyond her wildest dreams.
To top it off, her cultivation technique advanced by two levels in quick succession.
Without needing to glance around, Fairy Ming Lan knew this was the work of Wang Jian.
She couldn't be happier and was determined to use her newfound powers to defeat the devils once and for all!
As the battle raged on, Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia found herself struggling against one of the captains from the Nether Curseweaver Devil Clan. It was a tough fight, and she was having a hard time gaining the upper hand.
But then, out of nowhere, Fairy Ming Lan jumped into the fray.
Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia's initial reaction was to shout, "Step back, Ming Lan! You'll just get in the way!"
However, her eyes widened in amazement as she watched Fairy Ming Lan deliver a powerful strike that severely damaged the Nether Curseweaver Devil Clan captain's spirit.
Before she knew it, Fairy Ming Lan had taken charge of the battle, going toe-to-toe with the Nether Curseweaver Devil Clan captain. What was truly surprising was that she was dominating the fight!
"Wait... am I seeing this right? When did Second Elder Ming become this powerful?" Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia couldn't help but wonder aloud.
After swiftly defeating the captain of the Nether Curseweaver Devil Clan, Fairy Ming Lan wasted no time and took on the captain from the Blue Moon Eclipse Devil Clan. Once again, her newfound abilities made the battle a breeze, and she emerged victorious.
As Fairy Ming Lan displayed her remarkable prowess, the morale of the Spirit Affinity Sect's experts soared. They pushed back the devil forces with renewed determination. It didn't take long before the Spirit Affinity Sect achieved total victory, wiping out every last demon in the Devil Nest and obliterating it completely.
But the real shocker came after the dust had settled.
Fairy Ming Lan locked eyes with Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia and spoke with a resolute tone, "I'm Ming Lan, the Second Elder of the Spirit Affinity Sect, and I'm declaring my intention to become the Sect Leader of our esteemed sect. Therefore, I challenge you, the current Sect Leader, for this position."
The news of this challenge spread like wildfire among all the members of the Spirit Affinity Sect. Their eyes turned toward Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia, waiting eagerly for her response.
With the weight of all those expectant gazes upon her, Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia had no choice but to concede, "Very well, I accept your challenge. However, let's schedule the battle for a time when both of us are at the pinnacle of our powers, considering the recent battle with the devils."
"Agreed," replied Fairy Ming Lan, her expression unwavering.
Sect Leader Fairy Bi Xia visibly relaxed and suggested, "Let's hold this showdown in our sect's special arena, with all our fellow sect members as witnesses."
"That's a fantastic idea," said Fairy Ming Lan confidently, sealing the deal for their impending clash.
Following their victory in the Devil Nest, the Spirit Affinity Sect wasted no time in gathering all the valuable resources it held. They also severed the connection between the Devil Nest and the Yin Vein, effectively cutting off its source of power.
With their preparations in place, they embarked on the ambitious task of constructing a formation that would link the Yin Vein to the Celestial Nexus Immortal Dominion.
However, recognizing that this construction was a time-consuming endeavor, the sect left behind a group of skilled members who possessed the knowledge of building this particular array formation. They also assigned a group of powerful experts to ensure their safety while the main group returned to their sect.
Once the Spirit Affinity Sect members had returned to their home base, the Heavenly Lotus Sect followed suit in their mission to dismantle the Devil Nest.
The three factions within the Heavenly Lotus Sect united their strongest experts, setting out on a journey toward the Devil Nest within their territory. Their resolve was unwavering as they aimed to eradicate this lingering threat once and for all.
Wang Jian didn't need to make any deals with the Heavenly Lotus Sect experts, unlike the arrangement he had with Fairy Ming Lan.
But that didn't mean he wasn't cooking up something behind the scenes.
He had a rather devious plan in mind, something that would tilt the situation more in his favor.
The journey to the Devil Nest was arduous for the experts of the Heavenly Lotus Sect. They had prepared meticulously, well aware of the formidable abilities possessed by the devilish forces lurking within. Each member carried with them a selection of Holy Weapons, specially crafted to counter and suppress the Devil Forces' formidable might.
As they ventured deeper into the Devil Nest, the tension hung heavy in the air. The atmosphere was fraught with anticipation, a palpable sense of impending conflict. These skilled martial artists knew they were about to face a relentless adversary, and their resolve burned brightly.
The battle that ensued was fierce and chaotic. The Devil Forces launched wave after wave of relentless attacks, their dark powers clashing violently with the righteous determination of the Heavenly Lotus Sect. The clash of energies and weapons reverberated through the once-ominous Devil Nest.
Amidst the chaos and carnage, a tragic moment unfolded. Sect Leader Fairy Ruo Li, a stalwart figure at the forefront of the Heavenly Lotus Sect, met a heart-wrenching demise.
A sinister, shadowy sword, one forged from pure darkness, found its mark. With a swift, merciless strike, it cleaved through her, ending her life in a horrifying instant.
The Sect Leader, who had led her sect with unwavering strength, now lay fallen, a symbol of the price they paid in this harrowing battle.
But the Heavenly Lotus Sect was not one to be easily defeated. Roused by grief and fury, the remaining two leaders of their respective factions within the sect rallied their forces with renewed determination.
They carried out a relentless and furious assault against the captains of the Devil Forces, their strikes guided by vengeance.
In the end, they succeeded in avenging Sect Leader Fairy Ruo Li, taking down both captains with a display of sheer martial prowess and unwavering resolve.
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