291: Are you from the Daoist Sect?

Chen Xuan immediately narrowed his eyes, locking onto Number Three with hawk-like intensity, a storm raging in his heart.

In just a breath, he forcefully suppressed the shock, and his expression returned to normal.

Could it be... that there really is another faction named “Dao Seeking Sect” on the Nine Provinces Continent?

Although he couldn't say it was absolutely impossible, Chen Xuan felt things weren't that simple.

This old schemer!

Could he be plotting against me?

But Chen Xuan couldn't find any evidence for the time being.

“Dao Seeking Sect?” Number Three repeated softly, clearly surprised, though he didn't know the nature of his surprise.

“Within three days at the latest, the Sect will dispatch several Integration Realm experts to reinforce the Rain God Continent.” Number Eight continued, his tone flat. “With them taking action, defending the core territory of the Rain God Continent and containing the Yao Race army's offensive shouldn't be a problem.”

“Thank you, Fellow Daoist!” Hearing this, Number Three visibly relaxed.

Chen Xuan hesitated slightly, looked up at Number Three, and asked sincerely, “Fellow Daoist, have you heard of the faction known as Dao Seeking Sect before?”

Number Three thought for a moment, glanced at Number Eight out of the corner of his eye, and then said, “My subordinates have indeed had some interaction with Dao Seeking Sect. However, Dao Seeking Sect's name is that of a reclusive Sect that keeps a low profile, yet it holds considerable weight. Rumor has it that its Sect is filled with experts and its foundation is unfathomably deep.”

“Then where exactly is this Dao Seeking Sect located?”

Chen Xuan pressed the question while the iron was hot, his expression still sincere, “This Junior is ignorant and has never heard of such a peak power before. I am overcome with curiosity, so I hope Fellow Daoist doesn't mind.”

He wanted to gather more intelligence.

Number Eight saw all of this, interjecting, “Since Fellow Daoist is so concerned about my Dao Seeking Sect, why not simply come to the Rain God Continent as well? Once the crisis in the Rain God Continent is resolved, I will host a banquet and treat Fellow Daoist well. At that time, whatever Fellow Daoist wishes to know, as long as it doesn't involve the core secrets of the Sect, I will certainly tell you everything.”

Chen Xuan's heart stirred. After a brief thought, he smiled and waved his hand, saying, “Fellow Daoist must be joking. I was merely curious; how could I presume to bother you?”

It seems that information about the Dao Seeking Sect will ultimately have to be gathered slowly by himself.

Just who exactly is this Number Eight!

With a swift turn of thought, Chen Xuan raised his hand and flipped it, revealing two Jade Bottles in his palm—one pure white, the other glowing with a faint purple halo.

He handed the Jade Bottles to Number Three, speaking calmly, “This Junior's Realm is low, and unlike Dao Seeking Sect, I cannot dispatch experts for reinforcement, so I can't be of much help. Here are a few Medicinal Pills; although they are not top-tier, they might be useful on the battlefield. Consider this a small contribution from this Junior.”

Number Three was stunned, clearly not expecting Number Six to suddenly offer Medicine. After recovering, he quickly cupped his hands and said, “Fellow Daoist is too kind! These Medicinal Pills are already extremely precious. Thank you for this generous gift!”

After exchanging pleasantries, Number Three thanked them again and took his leave. Number Eight followed closely, his figure gradually becoming transparent until he completely vanished in the Chaos Space.

Chen Xuan gazed at the empty Chaos Space, pondered for a moment, withdrew his mind, and slowly opened his eyes.

Without any delay, he immediately sent a message, summoning Qi Yue to his side.

“Greetings, Sect Master!”

The figure in a white dress arrived gracefully, bowing respectfully. Her voice was clear, “May I ask what instructions the Sect Master has for summoning me?”

Since arriving in this world, Qi Yue had been in seclusion diligently cultivating, solely to be worthy of the Elder position and avoid being surpassed by freaks like Ye Hao. She is now at the second level of Soul Emergence cultivation base, a progression that is already considered extremely fast.

Chen Xuan got straight to the point: “Come with me to Yin Shen Sect.”

To gather intelligence, seeking help from Qin Tianxing was the most convenient option. Yin Shen Sect has been rooted in the Flame Continent for hundreds of years, deeply entrenched, and naturally knows far more secrets than his own newly established Dao Seeking Sect.

“Yes, Sect Master.”

The two quickly prepared and left the Sect together, rushing toward the Yin Shen Sect... at the ninth Demon Suppressing Tower in the Rain God Continent.

This was one of the Demon Suppressing Towers under the Five Elders Gate. The Tower Master of the Demon Suppressing Tower is Shen Chuan, whose Daoist Name is Chisong. He is a middle-aged man with a stern, imposing demeanor.

At this moment, he was sitting opposite someone, dropping a piece with his fingertips. Black and white pieces crisscrossed the board, concealing hidden killing intent. Daoist Yun Che sat beside Yan Shu, his eyes fixed on the game, afraid of missing any change. Outside the window, a Void Refining Realm Great Yao stood looking into the distance.

“I've finally waited for this day.”

The Great Yao stretched its muscles and bones, its joints popping with a series of crisp sounds.

“When should we make our move? I've long been impatient to show those Five Elders of the Five Elders Gate a thing or two!”

Yan Shu picked up a white piece with his fingertips and gently placed it down, his voice light: “No rush. Although the Rain God Continent currently appears to be showing signs of decline, it still has some reserve strength and hasn't reached a desperate state. Furthermore, due to a previous incident, they remain wary of the Demon Suppressing Tower.”

“What if they are wary?”

Daoist Chisong placed a black piece and said in a deep voice, “The general trend in the Rain God Continent is already lost. We only need to unite with the other Tower Masters of the Demon Suppressing Tower to severely wound Tianque Sect and Five Elders Gate in one fell swoop. Why be so hesitant?”

Hearing this, Yan Shu gently shook his head: “The texts say that if you don't strike, so be it, but once you strike, you must ensure a fatal blow, leaving no future troubles.”

Daoist Yun Che had been silent all this time, but now he couldn't help but interject, “Aren't you afraid of complications arising from delay? If we drag this out further, it's hard to guarantee that things won't change.”

Daoist Chisong held a black piece between his fingers, hesitating to place it, and lightly tapped the edge of the chessboard, his tone solemn: “Five days, approximately five days, until reinforcements from the other Nine Provinces arrive at the Rain God Continent. If they join forces to help, it won't be so easy for us to act.”

Yan Shu, however, was unfazed, shaking his head with a light laugh: “Don't worry, no one will come.”

Hearing this, Daoist Yun Che couldn't help but look at him, full of doubt.

Daoist Chisong also pressed, “Fellow Daoist, why are you so certain?”

Yan Shu pondered for a moment and slowly said, “It won't hurt to tell you. Apart from the Flame Continent, which is the most barren and unable to get involved, the other Eight Continents all have Fellow Daoists who share our aspirations. This war is completely different from this game of chess. From the very beginning, the outcome was already predetermined.”

Daoist Chisong was silent for a moment. Looking at the predetermined outcome on the chessboard, he slowly exhaled, his expression easing slightly: “I see. I was too impatient.”

“Since Fellow Daoist already has a complete plan, we shall await your instructions.”