The Demonic Cultivator In Zombie World novel Chapter 261

Chapter 261: I Only Wish to Cultivate, Do Not Disturb My Peace

In the Golden Phoenix Sect, Nascent Soul Ancestor Jin Zhao was conversing with a refined-looking middle-aged cultivator. The two sat opposite each other at a square table, with two steaming cups of spiritual tea between them. The refined cultivator sipped his tea continuously, showering it with praise, yet Jin Zhao did not touch his own.

"What is it? Does Fellow Daoist Jin have any concerns?" the refined cultivator asked with a smile.

Jin Zhao gave a wry smile, "Fellow Daoist Ximen... after all, the Feather Transformation Heaven Palace is a fifth-level cultivation sect, whereas my Golden Phoenix Sect is but a fourth-level one. What virtue or ability does my sect have to even dream of replacing the Feather Transformation Heaven Palace?

When the higher-ups ordered me to unify the Northern Cold, I did not hesitate to start a war between righteous and demonic forces. But to replace Feather Transformation Heaven Palace... frankly, that's a tall order."

The refined cultivator was Ximen Changqing from the Majestic Sword Sect. He smiled reassuringly, "Just take it easy, Fellow Daoist Jin. The higher-ups only need an additional layer of insurance. After all, Feather Transformation Heaven Palace had a Transcendent Nascent Soul who was suppressed by the higher-ups, and it's uncertain if they harbor any resentment.

Now, with the Heaven Shaking Divine Sect stirring, and Mystic Azure Star being closest to the Heaven Shaking Divine Sect's Blood River Star, it's likely to be the first target. If Feather Transformation Heaven Palace were to secretly align with Heaven Shaking Divine Sect, wouldn't that put all cultivators of Mystic Azure Star in great peril? You, Fellow Daoist Jin, should be more aware of this than I."

Jin Zhao sighed lightly and nodded. When the Reincarnation Divine Church clashes with the Heaven Shaking Divine Sect, it's a battle of deities, and they, mere minions, must simply obey orders. If Mystic Azure Star's protective formation were ever breached, the entire star would be doomed, and no one could escape the consequences.

Ximen Changqing continued, "If Feather Transformation Heaven Palace leans towards the Heaven Shaking Divine Sect, then your Golden Phoenix Sect will become the primary sect stationed on Mystic Azure Star by the higher-ups. They will help you advance to the Transcendent Nascent Soul phase, and thereafter, Golden Phoenix Sect will become a fifth-level cultivation sect.

Should it turn out that Feather Transformation Heaven Palace has no connections with the Heaven Shaking Divine Sect, and your sect accomplishes the task of unifying the Northern Cold, you will also receive a great bounty of treasures. Why not go for it?"

Jin Zhao, moved by the argument, nodded repeatedly. "In that case, I will dedicate myself wholeheartedly to the higher-ups!" he declared, bowing respectfully towards the sky.

Ximen Changqing smiled, "That's the spirit. And remember, let no one know of the association between my Majestic Sword Sect and your sect."

Jin Zhao nodded, "Of course, I am well aware of that."

If it became known that the Golden Phoenix Sect was secretly contacting the Majestic Sword Sect and receiving gifts, it would spell trouble for Golden Phoenix Sect.

It would be akin to secretly meeting with the boss next door behind one's own employer's back, raising suspicions about potentially switching allegiances.

Ximen Changqing left behind a top-grade storage bag.

"This contains resources provided by my Majestic Sword Sect as ordered by the higher-ups, for the aid of Golden Phoenix Sect," he said with a smile. "Now that I have delivered the items, I shall take my leave." With a gesture of his hand, he altered his appearance.

Jin Zhao was puzzled, "Fellow Daoist Ximen, won't you stay at Golden Phoenix Sect?"

Ximen Changqing laughed heartily, "I am busy with my cultivation. If not for our sect leader knowing of our acquaintance and specifically sending me here, I would still be in secluded cultivation."

Jin Zhao nodded, "Take care, Fellow Daoist Ximen."

"Take care," Ximen Changqing nodded, quickly departing.

He looked back at Golden Phoenix Sect and shook his head slightly. "Mystic Azure will inevitably become the first battlefield between the Reincarnation Divine Church and the Heaven Shaking Divine Sect; staying here is akin to courting death. I certainly won't stay behind."