33: Go to Tianmen Academy

Yun Feiyang's move of 'killing the chicken to warn the monkeys' was remarkably effective.

The crowd, which had initially been furious, now fell silent, fearing they would follow in Li Xiaoting's footsteps.

Lin Mu observed the expressions of suppressed anger and resentment on the faces of those in the hall and knew it was time for him, the 'good cop,' to step in.

To make them risk their lives, mere suppression by force wouldn't be enough.

He slowly stood up and spoke in an unhurried tone:

"The detailed implementation plan will be drafted by the new Heavenly Dao Sect Master, Yun Feiyang, in conjunction with the Elder Council."

"Any force that voluntarily pledges allegiance, as long as it obeys the Heavenly Dao Sect's commands and regularly pays spirit stones, will receive the Heavenly Dao Sect's protection."

"As for those who remain stubborn and resist, their orthodoxies will be directly extinguished, and their families destroyed."

"All items acquired during the conquest process will belong to the individual and do not need to be handed over to the sect."

At first, the crowd listened with expressions of grief and indignation.

However, upon hearing, "all items acquired will belong to the individual and do not need to be handed over to the sect," their eyes widened.

They looked up at Lin Mu in disbelief.

Lin Mu was very pleased with their reaction.

He continued:

"I know what your concerns are. The Venerable Realm Experts of those forces will be dealt with by someone."

"Your mission is to subdue and annex their forces, and also to help me find something."

With that, Lin Mu waved his hand, and a phantom image appeared before everyone, showing the form of a black heavenly dao stone.

Lin Mu pointed at the heavenly dao stone and said, "Anyone who provides clues to this divine stone will be heavily rewarded. Those who directly hand over the divine stone will receive one divine crystal as a reward."

"Furthermore, ordinary disciples will be directly promoted to personal disciples of the Sect Master, personally instructed by the Sect Master. Sect members in the Flying Heaven Realm will receive the sect's full assistance to break through to the Venerable Realm."

Upon hearing this, everyone's breathing quickened, and they stared intently at the heavenly dao stone.

It was as if they wanted to imprint its image into their minds.

Lin Mu's series of words were simply too tempting.

Everyone present was a Flying Heaven Realm Expert.

Now that there was an opportunity to break through to the Venerable Realm and enjoy a lifespan of several millennia, who could not be moved?

Even some elders, old and frail, were equally tempted.

Although they might not have the possibility of breaking through themselves, they had their own clansmen and descendants.

To be accepted as a disciple by Yun Feiyang, a super expert of the Venerable Ninth Heaven Realm, would elevate the entire family's status.

One should know that Yun Feiyang had not taken a single disciple until now.

All notions of propriety, righteousness, integrity, and being a reputable sect were now completely cast aside.

Only tangible benefits were the most real.

"Now that I have finished speaking, does anyone have any further objections?" Lin Mu sat back down.

Everyone exchanged glances, then said in unison, "We have no objections."

"Good, since there are no objections, this matter is approved."

"The specific details will be discussed and presided over by Sect Master Yun. Before the implementation plan is released, no one is to divulge this matter, or they will bear the consequences."

Everyone hastily replied, "We will certainly keep our mouths shut."

Seeing that the major matters were settled, Lin Mu looked at Yun Feiyang and said:

"In a few days, I will be heading to Heaven Sect Academy. I don't know how long I will be gone. To be safe, Lao Mo will remain in the sect to guard it. If you encounter anyone you cannot handle, he will step forward."

"After I leave, you can begin recruiting heroes from all over the land. These individuals will be of great use in annexing other forces in the future."

Yun Feiyang, an old monster who had lived for over a thousand years, understood the reason after a moment's thought.

The newly recruited disciples would all be descendants of various aristocratic families. Having them as a buffer would save a lot of unnecessary trouble.

Thinking of this, Yun Feiyang bowed and saluted:

"Young Master's foresight is profound. Under your leadership, the Heavenly Dao Sect will surely unify the Yanshan Kingdom."

Lin Mu heard this lukewarm flattery but did not show any reaction, simply flashing away from his spot.

In the garden of Xu Liying's residence.

A figure held a fresh flower in her hand.

As she plucked a petal, she murmured:

"Big Brother Lin will come to find me today, Big Brother Lin won't come today, Big Brother Lin will come today..."

There was only one petal left, and plucking it would result in "Big Brother Lin won't come."

Xu Liying irritably threw the flower, now with only one petal remaining, into the trash can.

"Sigh. Will Big Brother Lin come or not?"

Lin Mu walked to the gate of Xu Liying's small courtyard and happened to hear her murmuring.

He suddenly spoke, "Your Big Brother Lin won't come."

Lin Mu's words startled Xu Liying, who had been in a daze.

"Who's talking? Come out?"

Lin Mu chuckled and walked out: "We've only been apart for less than a day, and you can't recognize my voice anymore?"

"Big Brother Lin, it's you! I thought you weren't coming."

"Big Brother Lin, have you finished handling everything?"

Lin Mu nodded and said, "The matters within the sect are handled. In a few days, I have to go on a long journey for another matter."

Xu Liying blinked and asked, "A long journey? Where are you going? Will you take me?"

Lin Mu looked at her expectant eyes and decided not to tease her anymore.

"I came to tell you to pack up. In three days, you will accompany me to Heaven Sect Academy."

"Heaven Sect Academy? Is that the Heaven Sect Academy on Heavenly Saint Mountain? Oh my goodness, really? I've always wanted to go."

Xu Liying danced with joy, then suddenly remembered something.

Her eyes dimmed a little.

"However, even if we go, we can only sightsee at the foot of Heavenly Saint Mountain. Only those within the academy and those invited by the Dean can ascend Heavenly Saint Mountain," Xu Liying said with a lack of enthusiasm.

"I have been invited this time to attend an appointment. Not only can we ascend Heavenly Saint Mountain, but we might even meet the Dean of Heaven Sect Academy."

Xu Liying, who had been somewhat unenthusiastic, heard that she could even meet the Dean of Heaven Sect Academy.

She immediately hugged Lin Mu excitedly and exclaimed, "Wow, that's great! I'll get to meet the legendary Great Emperor Realm Expert!"

Lin Mu was frozen in place by her sudden movement.

Xu Liying also seemed to realize that the action was indeed ungraceful and quickly let go.

Her cheeks flushed, and she shyly said, "Big Brother Lin, will it just be the two of us going this time? What about Lao Mo?..."

Lin Mu's expression became a little more serious as he said:

"Lao Mo has important matters that require him to stay in the sect. This time, I'm only taking you. If you feel there's something inappropriate, I'll go alone."

Seeing Lin Mu speak seriously, Xu Liying quickly shook her head and said, "No, no, no, I want to go! I'll go pack my luggage right away."

With that, she ran off quickly, as if afraid Lin Mu would change his mind.

In the early morning three days later, after bidding farewell to everyone, Lin Mu and Xu Liying soared into the sky.

Green mountains receded into the distance, and white clouds drifted leisurely.

Cities and mountains appeared from afar, grew near, and then receded into the distance again.

Lin Mu and Xu Liying had been flying for over half a day. At this speed, they would reach Heavenly Saint Mountain by evening.

Suddenly, Xu Liying spoke to Lin Mu in a consulting tone:

"Big Brother Lin, we'll reach Luocheng City after this mountain. Shall we rest there for a moment?"

Lin Mu remembered Xu Liying saying she was from Luocheng Mountain, so this must be the place.