Chapter 057: Stirring from the Shadows
“This is the current distribution map of the fortuitous lands occupied by all clans in the entireGenius Ancient Battlefield.”
“TheHuman Clanremains the strongest. Although the various clans have noticeably united, ourHuman Clanpossesses numerous powerful individuals, so we need not worry—the different races aren’t all that united.”
“According to the distribution map, theHuman Clanoccupies 45% of the fortuitous lands, theBuddha Sectholds 15%, theDivine Clanhas 10%, theDemon Clanaccounts for 10%, theDemon Clanalso takes 10%, and theGhost Clan, due to their unique location, can only manage 10%, but it’s a partnership with theSpirit Clan.”
Inside the big tent.
Shangguan Wuchangwore a faint smile as he spoke about the current situation of the various factions to the powerful individuals present.
Shangguan Huanlinghad been in a corner, keeping her distance from the numerousHuman Clanmembers, rarely making her presence known.
Shangguan Wuchangdidn’t pay much attention to his sister.
He had originally planned to take this chance to dispose ofShangguan Huanling, but for some reason, over the past six months, she seemed to have transformed into a different person, treating him with deep respect.
Thus,Shangguan Wuchangtemporarily abandoned that idea.
The many powerful individuals nodded in agreement as they examined the distribution map.
TheHuman Clanclaiming 45% of the fortuitous lands was indeed a remarkable feat.
However, it was precisely because of this abundance that theHuman Clanmembers’ strength surged dramatically, living up to the title ofTianjiao.
“What place is this? Why is it blank?” A member of theOne Tribulation Sectpointed at the distribution map and asked.
Shangguan Wuchanghad anticipated this question.
“This area is surrounded by theBuddha Sect. It can be considered ourHuman Clanterritory, but there’s a strong individual here.”
“According to our scouts, this place is called theTree of Enlightenment, a heavenly treasure that aidsCultivation. It’s occupied by a single individual, who is extremely powerful. There’s a body of aBuddha Sectdisciple lying outside theTree of Enlightenment, yet we haven’t seen any retaliation from theBuddha Sect, which speaks volumes.”
AsShangguan Wuchangconcluded, the crowd erupted in excitement.
“Is that true?”
The temperaments ofBuddha Sectdisciples are often understood.
What’s more, due to their unique ideology, even though mostBuddha Sectmembers areHuman Clan, they have gradually become less accepted by their own.
“Of course it’s true.”
“Look at that attire; this person is a disciple of theGrand Dao Sect.”
Shangguan Wuchangcertainly knew ofLu Ye.Shangguan Huanlinghad warned him before entering theGenius Ancient Battlefieldto steer clear ofLu Ye.
She even said if she provoked him, he might end up dead.
It appeared thatLu Yeindeed had some serious clout, single-handedly keeping the entireBuddha Sectsilent.
ButCultivationisn’t just about fighting.
TheTree of Enlightenmentwas something he coveted too; such treasures shouldn’t belong solely to one person.
“Is this person from our sect?”Ding Yuqingfrom theGrand Dao Sectwas taken aback.
“His name isLu Ye.”
That name…
Not only didDing Yuqingrecognize it, but a few others did too, as they had encountered him upon entry.
That little guy seemed a bit scatterbrained, and everyone figured his anxious temperament meant he wouldn’t last long in theGenius Ancient Battlefield.
Yet, he ended up single-handedly taking on a bunch ofBuddha Sectdisciples and was thriving, monopolizing theTree of Enlightenment.
“He truly is a disciple of ourGrand Dao Sect, no doubt about it,” a smile crept ontoDing Yuqing’s face.
“Since theTree of Enlightenmentis occupied by a member of theHuman Clan, can it not be included in theHuman Clan’sfortuitous lands?”Shangguan Wuchanginquired.
Ding Yuqingraised an eyebrow.
She wasn’t foolish; within moments, she graspedShangguan Wuchang’s intent.
“I don’t think it’s necessary. He’s practicing alone beneath theTree of Enlightenment, without using the fortuitous lands we occupy, so there’s no need to force him to relinquish it,” she replied.
Shangguan Wuchang’s expression softened.
“I’m not saying he should give it up. TheTree of Enlightenmentcan’t be solely for one person. It can be shared, allowing him to continue while also utilizing other fortuitous lands underHuman Clancontrol—wouldn’t that be a win-win situation?”
Ding Yuqingwas quite assertive at this moment.
“You needn’t overcomplicate things. If you wish to pursue enlightenment, you can do that yourself. It sounds nice in theory, but ifLu Yerefuses to share theTree of Enlightenment, won’t that put the responsibility on him?”
“So, you see, sometimes if you want to do something, just go ahead and do it without dragging others into it; it’s not like everyone lacks common sense. Who doesn’t see through your thoughts?”
“I also believe theTree of Enlightenmentshould indeed be shared. I was planning to pursue enlightenment as well, but I don’t want to come into conflict with theGrand Dao Sect. If he adamantly refuses to allow others to share, should I take action?”
At that moment, another person spoke up.
A practitioner from theYin-Yang Sect.
“Some reasoning applies; theTree of Enlightenmentis indeed valuable, a great opportunity that should belong to theHuman Clan; only then can it fulfill its utmost potential.”
Another member from theYin-Yang Sectechoed his sentiment.
“I think that’s inappropriate. This matter can be discussed but shouldn’t be forced,” said a member from theMountain River Pagoda Sect.
Although theNine Li Heavenly Courtheld a grudge against theSupreme Imperial Court, they were somewhat coveting the wonders of theTree of Enlightenment, siding withShangguan Wuchang’s viewpoint.
Some people agreed while others disagreed.
“Let’s go ask. I also feel theTree of Enlightenmentshouldn’t be owned by just one person.”
Then, a previously silent young man suddenly spoke up.
As soon as he did, all eyes turned toward him.
Because of the young man’s strength and his identity.
Eternal Order Sect,Gu Qingtian!
Even in theGenius Ancient Battlefield, theEternal Order Sectwasn’t particularly keen, and not many people came.
This was because theEternal Order Secthad its uniqueCultivationmethods; the resources sent down from above were enough for their needs.
However, they still had some representatives present.
The first batch of under-twenties didn’t come, but two from the second batch under sixty did.
These two were a man and a woman; the man’s name wasGu Qingtian, and the woman’s wasLu Qingyan.
“What if he doesn’t want to?”Ding Yuqingasked.
Gu Qingtiansmiled lightly.
“Well, that’s simple; I’ll just make him agree.”
Ding Yuqingfumed, “You’re going to bully the weak with your strength?”
Lu Qingyanalso chuckled gently.
“This fellow Daoist occupies theTree of Enlightenmentby himself, suppressing the entireBuddha Sectinto silence. If we truly engage him, could it really be considered bullying the weak?”
“Of course, if that sounds offensive, I can rephrase it.”
Lu Qingyan’s expression gradually turned cold.
“Let’s say we are indeed bullying the weak; what can yourGrand Dao Sectdo about it?”
“Feasible fighters are hard to come by!”
A sharp voice rang out from outside the big tent, and a red figure flew in like a whirlwind, casting a spell towardLu Qingyan.
Lu Qingyanlet out a cold snort. Brilliant light illuminated as a leaf split into two, then four, then eight…
Countless faint silver-white leaves formed a shield.
“Bang!”
The spell struck fiercely against the leaf shield.
Lu Qingyan’s expression shifted slightly, and she retreated out of the tent.
“That’s some serious strength!”
