Chapter 1108
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Chapter 1108: Iron Mask Ghost Man!
When Nangong Ningyue returned to the group and relayed Su Yi’s words, many among the more than 100 people displayed displeased expressions.
“What does the leader mean by bringing us here without explaining anything and making us wait? We joined the Overlord Sect to achieve something significant, not to waste time here!”
A large man in his thirties voiced his dissatisfaction.
Many immediately agreed and echoed the sentiment.
However, as Nangong Ningyue scanned the crowd, the voices gradually subsided.
“The leader must be attending to important matters, so let’s wait patiently. Why complain unnecessarily?”
Nangong Ningyue remained silent, but Yuan Yi, who had been following her, could no longer tolerate it and spoke coldly.
Yuan Er, Yuan San, and the others gazed at the dissatisfied ones with anger, casting stern, cold looks.
Their lives had been saved by the sect leader, and their injuries healed by the powerful members of the sect. How could they tolerate others speaking ill of Su Yi?
In truth, Yuan Yi and the others couldn’t understand why Nangong Ningyue chose to retain these individuals. They were clearly troublemakers, and keeping them could lead to problems.
However, when these people initially joined the Overlord Sect, they hadn’t behaved this way.
Even a month ago, two powerful cultivators at the early stage of the Yuan Void Realm were convinced by Nangong Ningyue to become members of the Overlord Sect, and there had been no such issues.
To be precise, the situation began changing approximately half a month ago.
“We have been in the Overlord Sect for quite some time, and this is our first meeting with the sect leader. It’s natural to express a few complaints!”
At this moment, before the crowd, a thin, elderly man in a gray robe stroked his gray beard and spoke softly.
The old man’s head appeared smaller than normal, with hair only on the back of his head. The top was extremely shiny. As he spoke, his small eyes glanced at Nangong Ningyue, observing her reaction.
“Indeed, is there something wrong with expressing some complaints?”
“The leader treats us with such disrespect; I don’t believe the Overlord Sect is a suitable place to remain!”
After the old man finished speaking, many behind him spoke up again. This time, their voices were even louder than before, as if this old man was their staunch supporter.
As he listened to these voices, a barely perceptible smile appeared on the old man’s lips.
“Elder Wen, let’s wait in the main hall. The leader will find us after completing his work!”
Nangong Ningyue said little, merely casting a faint glance at the gray-robed old man.
This old man’s name was Wen Zhengquan. He had accepted Nangong Ningyue’s invitation and joined the Overlord Sect about half a month ago.
Regarding Wen Zhengquan, he had a certain reputation in the surrounding area. He was known as the Iron Mask Ghost Man because when he killed, his face turned cold as iron, showing no expression beyond ruthlessness!
Originally, the Overlord Sect members were well-organized under Nangong Ningyue’s leadership. However, shortly after Iron Mask Ghost Man Wen Zhengquan joined, he began attracting some powerful individuals!
His own strength was extremely formidable, having already reached the ninth level of the Yuan Void Realm, so many were greatly impressed by him!
“If the sect leader doesn’t value us, what purpose is there in waiting here?”
Wen Zhengquan said, smiling as he regarded Nangong Ningyue.
Joining the Overlord Sect had been his willing choice, but as he learned more, Wen Zhengquan gradually discovered that the mysterious sect leader was actually a teenager!
Upon this realization, Wen Zhengquan suddenly felt conflicted. How could he, a powerful ninth-level Yuan Void Realm expert, risk his life for a mere youth?
Many who shared similar thoughts also considered it unnecessary to follow the Overlord Sect. They believed it preferable to make the Iron Mask Ghost Man the sect leader instead.
With such thoughts in mind, Wen Zhengquan naturally had formulated a plan. However, he still wanted to meet the mysterious sect leader first. If the person truly possessed exceptional talent, perhaps Wen Zhengquan could offer benefits to make him follow him instead.
But now, with so many gathered, the sect leader refused to see them, which angered them.
“If anyone thinks it’s pointless, simply leave the Overlord Sect! However, you already know the location of the sect’s entrance, which is a hidden place. Therefore, the consequence of leaving the Overlord Sect is death!”
Nangong Ningyue spoke calmly, her red lips moving gently without expression.
She had informed everyone about this matter long ago.
The original location of Fengjia Village had been transformed into the entrance of the Overlord Sect by her. It was a well-concealed place, difficult for outsiders to locate.
But if these people truly wished to leave the Overlord Sect, their fate would only be death!
“Are you threatening me?”
The Iron Mask Ghost Man Wen Zhengquan raised his eyebrows sharply and stared fiercely at Nangong Ningyue.
A powerful aura erupted from his body, overwhelmingly pressing against the young woman before him!
“Hmm…”
Instantly, Nangong Ningyue emitted a stifled groan and her body retreated abruptly, her face suddenly paling.
With her cultivation level, she was completely powerless against one at the ninth level of the Yuan Void Realm.
It was evident that Wen Zhengquan harbored murderous intentions and didn’t restrain himself when attacking!
“How dare you threaten Elder Wen! If not for your recent decent treatment toward us, Elder Wen would have taken your life with a single strike!”
Upon witnessing this, some people behind them sneered.
However, many also stood by Nangong Ningyue’s side, glaring angrily at Wen Zhengquan and his followers.
Yuan Yi, Yuan Er, Yuan San, and eleven other brothers positioned themselves directly before Nangong Ningyue, preparing to speak.
But as Wen Zhengquan’s overwhelming aura approached them, they felt immense pressure throughout their bodies, which was difficult to withstand!
However, suddenly, this pressure eased as if a gentle force appeared from nowhere, blocking all pressure directed at them.
“She’s not threatening you!”
This statement emerged, and everyone saw a young man flying toward them, his body suffused with flowing energy, creating ripples in empty space, neutralizing Wen Zhengquan’s power.
This young man had a determined, sharp appearance, emanating a strong sense of resilience. He suddenly appeared before Nangong Ningyue!
“Are you the famed leader of the Overlord Sect?”
Seeing this young man approach, Wen Zhengquan was surprised and said, “I never expected to encounter you here.”
This young man’s aura was also in the Yuan Void Realm, and it was incredibly powerful!
Wen Zhengquan had never before encountered someone with such extraordinary talent!
Su Yi heard this and felt somewhat confused. These people didn’t even recognize his identity, but then he quickly understood.
During his attendance at the alliance conference, not all events that had transpired in Nine Star City had reached this area, let alone his journey to the Zhao Spirit Secret Realm.
Perhaps some major sects were well-informed and already knew Su Yi’s notorious name, but regarding the Overlord Sect, they lacked considerable information. It was understandable why the news was so delayed.
Therefore, for the old man and others present, they remained unaware of the greatness of the Overlord Sect and its leader Su Yi in the Chaos Realm!
“Yes, I am the leader of the Overlord Sect! Just as Nangong Ningyue stated earlier, anyone who doesn’t wish to remain in the Overlord Sect may leave, but those who depart will face only death! The choice is yours!”
Su Yi gently adjusted his robe and spoke in a deep voice.
He appeared somewhat displeased, as he had been arranging matters in the Dark Sun Realm with his elder brother. But now he had to pause and address the conflict occurring here first.
Simultaneously, Su Yi felt some dissatisfaction. Before traveling to Nine Star City, his elder brother Xi Wuqing had greatly praised Nangong Ningyue’s abilities. Yet now, matters had developed like this, with divergent voices within the Overlord Sect.
However, Su Yi sensed faintly that Nangong Ningyue’s actions concealed some hidden intentions.
“You should not excessively bully others!”
Su Yi’s words angered some people, but Wen Zhengquan silenced them with a wave of his hand.
“Hmph, I fear you cannot detain us! I prefer not to resort to violence unnecessarily. Let’s meet each other and if we find compatibility, we remain together; if not, we part ways. There’s nothing improper about that!”
Wen Zhengquan’s expression darkened, and he said coldly, “Now if I take my followers and leave, I won’t object if anyone wishes to stay with the Overlord Sect. From this point forward, we’ll maintain our distance from one another!”
In reality, Wen Zhengquan did not particularly relish killing.
Wen Zhengquan had been looking after Nangong Ningyue, who had sought his protection, so he didn’t wish to immediately sever ties with her.
Furthermore, they not only were unaware of the incident at the Alliance Conference but also seemed ignorant that the young man before them was the same person who had recently caused chaos between the Seven Star Sword Sect and the Golden Sword Sect.
Otherwise, Wen Zhengquan would never dare speak such words, even with tenfold courage.
After all, he had heard that powerful Yuan Emperor Realm experts from the Seven Star Sword Sect and the Golden Sword Sect had suffered significant losses then.
“Is that so? Do you believe we cannot keep you here?”
Su Yi chuckled lightly and said, “Consider this proposal: let’s settle it with a single move! If I lose, the Overlord Sect becomes yours, including myself. Everyone will follow your commands! And if you lose, you still retain the freedom to choose – either to follow me or… rebel!”
“This youth speaks too boldly, daring to address Elder Wen thus!”
“Are you not concerned about speaking rashly? Do you comprehend Elder Wen’s power?”
“He must be seeking punishment! Elder Wen, teach him what real power means!”
The warriors who wished to follow the Iron Mask Ghost Man all began shouting at this moment.
None believed Su Yi could match the Iron Mask Ghost Man. He was merely a teenager – regardless of his talent, how powerful could he be?
Even if he possessed strength, could it surpass that of the outstanding figures from top factions?
