Chapter 16: Of Course, Take the Initiative to Attack

"Elder Liang, do you have anything else to say?" Jiang Cheng was not a pushover. Previously mocked and ridiculed, now he had proven himself and put those people back in their place. Why shouldn’t he ridicule them back? "Didn’t you say I was only at the Soul Splitting Fourth Layer?" "Didn’t you say I was doomed?" "Didn’t you say you would make me the Sect Leader if I succeeded?" Elder Liang was left speechless and completely at a loss for words. Of course, he didn’t want Jiang Cheng to become the Sect Leader. Moreover, looking at Jiang Cheng’s realm now, he clearly was still at the Soul Splitting Fourth Layer. However, the terrifying tribulation thunder that just happened occurred right before his eyes, with no tricks involved. He didn’t dare to test it, assuming that a senior expert was deliberately lowering his divine soul and spiritual power fluctuations to confuse others. Facing the subtle gazes from the other disciples, he reluctantly bowed. "Liang Da greets the Sect Leader!" "At ease!" Jiang Cheng secretly curled his lip. This old rascal, the system didn’t even ding, indicating he wasn’t genuinely recognizing him as the Sect Leader. It was just a superficial gesture. He realized that in the future, the system could serve as a detector for traitors. Having regained the old sect headquarters, everyone was both excited and saddened. Some disciples even wept like rain, searching for their late masters’ bodies beneath the rubble. Jiang Cheng didn’t disturb them. Until they had buried all the elders and disciples of the Feixian Sect who had died in the battle and held a joint memorial, he then announced the serious matter. "Now that we have taken back our sect’s foundation, it’s time to consider the next step." "I’ve decided to immediately attack the Extreme Moon Sect!" "Blood must be repaid with blood!" These few words stirred the disciples, filling their eyes with fighting spirit. If it were someone else announcing it, they would certainly consider it overestimating their abilities. They had just returned and hadn’t even stabilized. The foundations of the Four Sects remained, and those who died were only a small portion. They would soon return for revenge. Attacking proactively now would seem too rash. But Jiang Cheng had just displayed too strong of a ’magic power’, giving everyone immense confidence. Charging forward to avenge seemed only natural. "When does the Sect Leader plan to set off?" Everyone was rubbing their palms, sharpening their knives. "We’ll go now, but you all should stay here." Jiang Cheng looked around at everyone: "The Extreme Moon Sect has many people. If we all charge in, I can’t ensure everyone’s safety." "Moreover, we just reclaimed the mountain gate of the Feixian Sect; we need you to guard it against opportunistic thieves!" Upon hearing this, everyone nodded repeatedly. Indeed, the Sect Leader himself was extremely powerful. But they were too weak; if a surviving Soul Splitting Realm elder appeared, they could be wiped out. Going would distract the Sect Leader as he cared for others. Thus, everyone escorted Jiang Cheng to the mountain gate. Ji Linghan, in particular, held on to his hand, unwilling to let go. Even after just a day of interaction, she had developed a dependence on Jiang Cheng. The sudden separation made her feel uneasy. "Sect Leader, you must take care!" Jiang Cheng thought to himself, I still have one resurrection today, solid as an old dog. Girl, you’re worrying too much. "While I’m not here, watch the house for me and take care of my daughter!" Holding her soft, boneless hand, Brother Cheng’s heart was also moved. Just as he was about to turn around, Elder Liang suddenly jumped out. "Sect Leader, although your power is profound, going alone might result in oversights!" "I, though unworthy, am willing to accompany you!" "It’s my duty as an elder to avenge the sect!" His words were resolute. With such righteousness, he looked like a general about to march to his death. In fact, Elder Liang had thought it through thoroughly. If it weren’t for Jiang Cheng, this super-powerful figure, he wouldn’t risk it. With just the two of them charging into the opponent’s expert-laden headquarters, wasn’t that courting death? But recalling Jiang Cheng’s overwhelming power that wiped out 18 Soul Splitting Realm experts with a wave, he felt reassured. Following this person, what is there to fear? Those Gathering Yuan Realm disciples might face accidents, but he was at the Soul Splitting Realm Fifth Layer; he could survive even against isolated enemy elders. Most importantly, this was a ’plush’ assignment! Conquering the Extreme Moon Sect itself would be a great achievement. Once the Feixian Sect reestablishes its strength, it becomes experience and military merit! In terms of seniority, it’s quite convincing. Moreover, after the capture, wouldn’t it be harvest time for the spoils? With so many elder stashes at the Extreme Moon Sect, plus the vast resources in the Pill Pavilion, Artifact Pavilion, Array Pavilion, Talisman Pavilion, and the Treasure Pavilion and Scripture Pavilion... Once the opposite side is annihilated, he’d be like a mouse with free rein in a granary. Even if Jiang Cheng took the lion’s share, he could still pick up scraps enough to stuff himself to death! Such a great opportunity, he couldn’t miss it! Even if the kid didn’t agree, he would quietly follow later. He’d fight to the death to hitch a ride on this journey! No way would Jiang Cheng believe he’d be so enthusiastic. This system didn’t even ding. Such eagerness must be because there’s no profit in rising early. After a little speculation, he saw through his intentions. Yet, he didn’t expose him on the spot. "Great! Rare for Elder Liang to be so eager!" Brother Cheng gave a manual thumbs-up. He patted him heavily on the shoulder and said solemnly, "Since you have such resolve, then let’s embark together!" "Following the Sect Leader’s command!" Elder Liang beamed with delight. This kid, no matter how strong, isn’t he still simple-minded, being played as a tool by me? He even began imagining how he’d stir things up within the sect once the Feixian Sect regained its strength. The two flew for miles, soon reaching the Extreme Moon Sect’s station miles away. Staring at the awe-inspiring, colorful mountain gate, Elder Liang couldn’t help but feel intimidated. An entire sect wasn’t easy to defeat, not only because of the internal experts but also due to the Sect Protection Array. Once activated, foreign enemies would fall into a passive position. The Feixian Sect was only breached last time because the Four Sects joined hands. If only two sects had arrived, the Feixian Sect could have endured. He couldn’t help but inch closer to Jiang Cheng, planning to hide behind his strong support when the fight ensued. At this moment, Jiang Cheng was conversing with the system. "System, I have a question to ask." He initially thought the system would play dead like before, but it surprisingly responded this time. "One question costs 500 points." "Would the host like to continue?" Too greedy! Just for a question, does this dog system have a diamond-encrusted mouth? Do you have any idea how hard it is to earn 500 points? He currently had over 1300 points, of which 500 points were leftover when Ji Linghan met the Sect Leader last time. He originally intended to save them for the next upgrade or a lottery. Suppressing the urge to curse, he chose to deduct 500 points and proceed with the question. "May I ask if charging to attack the Extreme Moon Sect now counts as voluntary suicide?" This question was a matter of life and death, no matter how much it cost. The previous tribulation thunder was already used up, and now he was only at the Soul Splitting Realm Fourth Layer again. Compared to the Extreme Moon Sect, there was a significant power gap. If it was deemed as a suicidal action, he would need to plan carefully. For example, devising a plan or setting a trap to lure the Extreme Moon Sect’s people into attacking him first...