Chapter 158: Merit and Reward, Reestablishing the Joyful Union Sect!
Damn that Jade Purity Sect; how could they have nine Earthlines? It’s extravagant to the point of inciting outrage among gods and men.
Perhaps it was precisely because of the extremes—too much wealth can easily bring harm—that the Jade Purity Sect encountered this calamity.
In line with the principle of benevolence and compassion, Zhou Tong decided to put aside past grievances and help the Jade Purity Sect resolve the root of their disaster, not leaving them a single Earthline!
The Profound Sky Nine Flowers Great Formation rumbled and trembled, filled with joy.
It told Zhou Tong that if he could gather all nine Earthlines, it could evolve on the spot into a Holy-grade formation!
This prospect was incredibly tempting.
A Holy-grade formation could no longer be created by human effort.
It must be born from the awakened intelligence of a Level Nine pinnacle formation, absorbing the essence of heaven, earth, and sun and moon, combined with various fortuitous circumstances to evolve.
Once it became a Holy-grade formation, the Profound Sky Nine Flowers Array would be free from geographical limitations and could carry the Joyful Union Sect to move about at will, like a giant Red Dust Chariot!
Moreover, upon success, it would inevitably give rise to other functions that one couldn’t help but fantasize about.
“It’s settled!” Zhou Tong said, slapping the table.
He was confident that it wouldn’t be long before the Jade Purity Sect sent someone to ask him to take care of the ominous energy.
Unfortunately, Zhou Tong was no longer the obedient punching bag he once was.
He had become a legendary calamity star capable of taking their lives!
“I announce!”
At that moment, Mu Ran Ya suddenly spoke, her graceful figure stepping forward, her demeanor solemn and dignified.
Upon seeing her like this, everyone present straightened up and prepared to listen, even Lian Hanxing was no exception.
“From today onward, our Joyful Union Sect shall restore its former glory.”
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone couldn’t help but tremble.
Indeed, it was time; with a Sage presiding, the resurgence of the Joyful Union Sect was a foregone conclusion.
“I will reopen the Sect Main Hall, the sixteen Elder Halls, and the thirty-two Cave Abodes to announce our return to the world!” Mu Ran Ya stated firmly.
“This was the structure of the Joyful Union Sect in the past.”
Lian Hanxing explained, “The Sect Main Hall is the residence of the Sect Leader, the Elder Hall is where important elders reside, and the thirty-two Cave Abodes are the housing for excellent disciples and ordinary elders.”
Everyone understood.
“But, Sect Leader, such a large project requires vast resources. We are not only short on numbers but also lack funds, it may be difficult to implement…” Liu Yan cautiously said, pointing out the crux of the problem.
“Rest assured, we currently have enough resources.”
Mu Ran Ya responded lightly, playfully winking at Zhou Tong.
Zhou Tong couldn’t help but chuckle; she had her eyes on his little treasury.
Before leaving the Heavenly Dao Domain, the Empress had reinstated the River and Mountain Settling Seal.
She even said Zhou Tong would always be her Guest Senior and directly gifted him one-third of the national treasury as a sign of sincerity.
That was three hundred billion high-quality Spiritual Stones!
This terrifying resource was enough to rebuild the Joyful Union Sect dozens of times.
On the way back, Zhou Tong and Mu Ran Ya discussed the matters of rebuilding the sect.
He even joked with her, “As the sect leader, a dignified Sage, you still extend your hand to ask your disciple for money? Don’t you feel ashamed?”
However, Mu Ran Ya was straightforward and unreasonable, biting down again on the previous imprint she had left.
“You are the pillar of the sect, and since I am wholly yours, what’s wrong with using your money!”
Zhou Tong was left speechless and could only allow himself to be exploited.
“Zhou Tong!”
Mu Ran Ya suddenly called out.
“I’m here!”
“From today onward, you shall take charge of the first Elder Hall, overseeing all matters of the sect. Your words hold the highest authority except for mine!”
“Thank you, Master!” Zhou Tong replied with a smile.
“Zhang Chuqiao!”
“I’m here!”
“You will be the Master of the second Elder Hall, setting rules and overseeing the rewards and punishments within the sect!”
“Thank you, Master!”
“Sheng Xin!”
Hearing her name, the Sage Heart Demon Lord’s heart fluttered, and she stood up with a face full of joy.
“Though we have no formal master-apprentice relationship, your contributions in the Heavenly Dao Domain are profound. Will you accept me as your master?”
“I am willing!”
Without any hesitation, the Sage Heart Demon Lord decisively agreed.
“Then from today onward, you will serve as an elder of the fifth hall, managing the sect’s secret manuals and ensuring no mistakes occur!”
Mu Ran Ya said with a smile. After the fall of the Red Dust Sect, various texts had still been preserved, and now they would finally see the light of day again. Moreover, from this point forward, they would have access to even more texts!
“Disciple obeys, thank you, Sect Leader!”
The Sage Heart Demon Lord was overjoyed. Just after being reborn, she was still worrying about how to fit in with humanity.
In the end, she didn’t even suffer for a month and had already become a top elder in a Holy-grade sect.
She hadn’t experienced any hardship at all; this was truly what they call a blessed person receiving heavenly favor!
She gazed at the empty third and fourth halls and knew without thinking that they were prepared for the Little Demoness and Long Lingyun, and she had no thoughts about it.
“Liu Yan!”
“Great Sect Leader, did you call me?”
Liu Yan pointed to herself with disbelief, never expecting Mu Ran Ya could still recognize her as a subordinate.
“You have contributed to the construction of the sect, remaining steadfast and loyal. You may lead the sixteenth Elder Hall and oversee the subsequent construction of the sect!”
“Thank you, Sect Leader! This humble woman is greatly indebted, it will be like offering my life in return!”
With this scene, Lian Hanxing grew anxious.
“What about me?”
“You?”
Mu Ran Ya looked over, and the coldness in her eyes sent a shiver down Lian Hanxing’s spine.
“I know I was wrong, but didn’t we agree? I helped save people, and you would wipe the past clean!”
As soon as these words were spoken, the chill gradually dissipated.
Mu Ran Ya felt a bit helpless; Lian Hanxing indeed had merit, but it was insufficient to erase her past guilt.
However, when they went to the Heavenly Dao Domain, everyone was struggling to survive. To rescue Zhang Chuqiao, Mu Ran Ya had made that promise to Lian Hanxing.
“Are you not the leader of the Indulgence Sect?” Mu Ran Ya squinted and asked.
“I plan to disband the Indulgence Sect and have my disciples return here; they were originally Joyful Union Sect disciples. You wouldn’t disregard them, would you?”
“Hmph, of course, I wouldn’t refuse. Since that’s the case, you shall head the fifteenth hall and be responsible for the sect’s recruitment affairs!”
“Thank you, Master… Thank you, Sect Leader!”
Lian Hanxing was incredibly obedient, knowing she could no longer compare to this junior sister.
“Don’t think that just because I don’t deal with you, you’ll be carefree. We will definitely go back to our sect. When we see our Ancestral Master, let’s see how you explain it to her!”
At these words, Lian Hanxing’s face turned pale instantly.
“Follow my orders, immediately raise the grand banner and announce to the world that the Joyful Union Sect has returned. From today onward, we will settle here and recruit talents, welcoming all!”
“Boom!!”
With the sound of a thunderclap, the banner of the Joyful Union Sect was hoisted atop Red Dust Mountain.
This grand banner was a tool of fortune, a symbol of the sect, and the most important sign.
This scene was witnessed by all forces across the Eastern Continent.
That day, the world trembled!
