Chapter 1031 - 536: Chaos Realm (Part 1)_2

Chapter 1031: Chapter 536: Chaos Realm (Part 1)_2

Upon hearing this, all the Ancestors turned their gaze towards the Profound Celestial Sword Sect.

They saw the high-ranking members of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect arriving in succession, Sword Master Feng, Sword Master Chen, and all the Elders of the sword sect, each looking gravely at the phantom image of the Sealing Domain Array of the Two Realms Passage in the sky.

Within the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, the incident where one of the Daoist Monarchs, Qinghong Daoist Monarch, fell within the Nine Nether Realm, cast a shadow over the entire sect. The other Daoist Monarch, Xuan Tian Daoist Monarch, also got involved and has yet to return.

The changes occurring in the Nine Nether Realm remain shrouded in mystery, but all indications suggest an unprecedented crisis is brewing there. The disappearance of the Xuan Tian Daoist Monarch and the fall of the Qinghong Daoist Monarch are linked with the anomaly in the Sealing Domain Array, like a giant stone thrown into a calm lake, leaving the Ancestors with heavy hearts, unable to ignore it.

"Fellow Daoist Feng, when will your Sect Master return to the sect, and did they leave any word behind?"

A middle-aged cultivator, wearing a purple-gold robe and bearing a stern expression, was Sect Master You Fang of the Purple Sun Sect. He gazed deeply at Sword Master Feng, urgently asking.

"The whereabouts of the Sect Master are beyond our inquiries, forgive me for having nothing to report!" Sword Master Feng met the gaze and coldly replied.

With those words, the atmosphere suddenly became subtle, and some sect Ancestors showed expressions of dissatisfaction.

"What a high and mighty attitude at a time like this, still keeping secrets. Is the Profound Celestial Sword Sect indifferent to the safety of the Spirit Realm?" a burly man, with crimson hair and powerful muscles, boomed thunderously. He was the Red Dragon Ascendant, an Ancestor of the Celestial Cauldron Sect.

"Hmph, the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, you are the sect guarding the Sealing Domain Array. Now that both Daoist Monarchs are lost, how can you ensure the safety of the seal?" said an elder in black robes, with an ominous demeanor. He was the Sect Master of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect, and notoriously at odds with the Profound Celestial Sword Sect.

Sword Master Feng frowned at these words, ready to speak in explanation, but Sword Master Chen preempted him, speaking firmly: "Sect Master Qiu, your words are incorrect. Our Profound Celestial Sword Sect has been entrusted with the duty of guarding the seal since ancient times and has never wavered. At present, the exhaustion of Spiritual Qi and the loosening seal pose major threats to the Spirit Realm. We need to unite in facing this crisis together...,"

"United? Hmph, nice words! If not for the Profound Celestial Sword Sect hoarding benefits from the Secret Realm and neglecting their duty guarding the seal, where would today’s disaster come from?" The Ten Thousand Beasts Sect Master sneered, clearly unwilling to let go of the opportunity.

At this point, Elder Tianji coughed lightly to interrupt the dispute between both parties: "Everyone, now is not the time for blame. The seal’s weakening and the Demon Abyss stirring are pressing issues; we need to find a solution, not quarrel among ourselves."

Elder Tianji’s words brought a slight ease to the previously tense atmosphere. Despite this, the Ancestors’ differences remained evident, each having their own plans and considerations on how to deal with the crisis.

"Fellow Daoist Tianji is right, but the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, as the sect guarding the seal, ought to assume more responsibility," a kind-faced female cultivator said slowly, holding a duster. She was the Sect Master of the Cloud Conceal Sect, seldom seen but with high prestige.

"Sect Master Yun speaks rightly. The mutation in the Nine Nether Realm, the loosening seal, and the instability of the Two Realms Passage... all these seem to be driven by some force. The Forgotten Noble Sect can put aside past grievances, allowing us to enter the seven Secret Realms to inspect the situation at the Sealed Land," the Vice Sect Master of the Taiyi Sect, Xu Wen, suddenly proposed.

"Sect Master Xu speaks truthfully, Fellow Daoist Feng, lead us to the Sealed Land to ascertain the truth and discuss countermeasures together."

"Indeed, the seal’s loosening concerns trillions of beings in the Spirit Realm, we cannot sit idly by!"

"The Sealing Domain Array undoubtedly has a problem, the Profound Celestial Sword Sect must give us an explanation!"

...

The voices of the Ancestors converged into an unstoppable torrent. Their eyes conveyed both urgency and blame, as if the Profound Celestial Sword Sect was the sole culprit of this crisis, with a tone that revealed distrust and a pressing need to discover the truth.

Facing the overwhelming pressure, Sword Master Feng’s expression only grew more resolute, without a hint of retreat; instead, he coldly surveyed each person present.

"Since its founding, the Profound Celestial Sword Sect has always taken it upon itself to guard the Sealing Domain Array. Even if an issue occurs with the seal, our sect will spare no effort or cost to resolve it. However, this time, it is the natural order of the exhaustion of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi, and not an issue of the Sealed Land. Furthermore, the Secret Realm of the seal is heavily restricted and unsuited for those outside of our sect’s disciples. Any error there could lead to great disaster; I urge everyone to be cautious and not be led astray by misguided individuals." Sword Master Feng firmly refused, ending his words with a murderous glare directed at the Vice Sect Master of the Taiyi Sect, Xu Wen.

Xu Wen was taken aback, especially after being ambushed by the Netherworld Sect and the Profound Cloud Sect, where he was reprimanded by Sword Master Feng, leading the Taiyi Sect to cede a significant amount of Spirit Points and pay a high price for reconciliation with the Profound Celestial Sword Sect.

Feeling the sharp, knife-like gaze of Sword Master Feng, Xu Wen’s expression changed slightly but quickly regained composure. Despite his previous misdeeds, with the absence of the two Daoist Monarchs from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect and the presence of numerous sect Ancestors, he soon returned to calm.

"Sword Master Feng’s words are valid. However, at this time, we should prioritize the greater good. My proposal to enter the Sealed Land is not from selfish motives, but sincerely to find a way to address the seal’s weakening and jointly protect the Spirit Realm." Xu Wen spoke earnestly, calming the tense atmosphere.

"Fellow Daoist Xu is correct. Sword Master Feng, if your sect cannot resolve the issue with the Sealing Domain Array, you should set aside differences and allow all sects to participate collectively, as this is a matter concerning the safety of the entire Spirit Realm."

"Indeed, with the Profound Celestial Sword Sect’s two Daoist Monarchs absent, you cannot overcome this crisis alone. What harm is there in letting us offer assistance?"

"Fellow Daoist Feng, is your reluctance due to a genuine issue with the Sealing Domain Array?"

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Seeing this, other sect Ancestors jumped at the opportunity to chime in, expressing their willingness to set aside differences and jointly face the crisis. After all, the loosening of the seal concerns the survival of the entire Spirit Realm, rendering any personal grievances trivial at this moment.

"Is that so! The Sealing Domain Array was created in Ancient Times by seven Daoist Monarchs joint efforts; do you hold the means to handle it?"

Faced with the Ancestors’ persuasion, Sword Master Feng formed a cold smile, forcefully refusing, his voice as chilling as ice, lowering the atmosphere to freezing point instantly.

"The Profound Celestial Sword Sect has always been the guardian of the Sealing Domain Array, and our duty and honor can withstand no interference! Though both Daoist Monarchs are absent, our sect’s resolve to guard the Sealing Domain Array remains unwavering!"

"Sect Master Xu, your talk of negligence and exclusive benefits is groundless! The seal’s loosening is due to changes in the Heaven and Earth Law, beyond the determination of our single sect, and as for the benefits of the Secret Realm, these are won by our ancestors’ blood and sweat, not to be lightly coveted by you all!"

Standing before the Ancestors, Sword Master Feng took a strong step forward in the void, forcefully questioning.

Upon these words, the Ancestors present all had dark expressions, eyes wide as if ready to erupt at any moment. Those cultivators not eyeing the sealed Secret Realm exchanged glances, and the atmosphere became instantly tense.

"Sword Master Feng, your obstinacy, are you really intending to watch the Spirit Realm fall into crisis without concern?" The Sect Master of Cloud Conceal Sect attempted to emphasize the greater good, trying to ease the tension.

Sword Master Feng chuckled coldly: "The greater good? Surely, I consider the greater good, but I will not allow anyone to exploit the situation to cause chaos and disrupt the duty of our Profound Celestial Sword Sect. The sealed area’s restrictions are numerous and cannot be managed by those outside our sect disciples. If anything goes wrong, the consequences would be disastrous. The Profound Celestial Sword Sect, willing to bear this responsibility alone, will never let anyone become a catalyst in this catastrophe!"

Sword Master Feng stood like an immovable mountain before them all.

Sword Master Chen led the other Elders forward in support; each wielded a Dao Sword, ready but withheld, their resolve steadfast. The air appeared to freeze, and the scene was enveloped in an indescribable aura of slaughter, teetering on the brink of imminent battle.

Sword Master Feng led the Profound Celestial Sword Sect’s sword cultivators, forming a strong formation, like an invisible wall, countering the collective force of the sect masters and Ancestors, each sharp edge resisted.

At this moment, a sudden change occurred!