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Chapter 1074: Persuading the Crowd, Emergence of Demon Sects
Editor: Henyee Translations

However, not everyone could understand Jiang Chengxuan’s decision.

Immediately, some high-level figures from other sects stepped forward to object, saying, “Shouldn’t the most pressing issue be the demon den? What kind of storm can a mere demon sect stir up? This is putting the cart before the horse!”

However, most people present ignored this statement.

Jiang Chengxuan continued calmly, “Why don’t you consider why the demon immortal, with his heaven-reaching abilities, can make super sects disappear overnight with such power, yet chooses to remain hidden?”

His detailed guidance led some initially puzzled cultivators to start pondering. “Does this mean… the demon immortal isn’t as terrifying as we thought?” someone proposed.

Jiang Chengxuan slightly nodded in agreement, affirming the suggestion. “It indicates that there are still things in the Floodgate Realm that he fears, things that, with his current abilities, he may not yet be able to confront directly.”

“Although his methods are indeed terrifying, from the perspective of a demon immortal, they seem somewhat redundant. At least, he can’t forcefully break the barrier beneath the Eastern Sea; hence, he needs our help.”

This explanation finally enlightened all the high-level leaders present, who now understood Jiang Chengxuan’s reasoning. His bold yet meticulous deduction, based merely on a single scene, was compelling enough to convince anyone.

This realization made some cultivators sigh silently, lamenting the vast differences between individuals, greater even than between humans and dogs. Those who had initially objected now fell silent under the weight of Jiang Chengxuan’s logic.

“It seems everyone agrees with my assessment,” Jiang Chengxuan slowly continued. He knew that while his deductions were persuasive, they lacked key evidence to cement the decision—after all, guessing the mind of a demon immortal was nothing more than speculation without proof.

“By the way, has anyone noticed any unusual activities by the demon sects over the past few centuries?” His question once again raised the alertness of all cultivators present.

“Odd behaviors are normal for members of the demon sects; if they were acting compliantly, that would surely indicate ulterior motives,” a cultivator familiar with the demon sects remarked.

This statement hit exactly on what Jiang Chengxuan wanted to demonstrate next. “Exactly, hundreds of years ago, numerous secret realms emerged, filled with countless treasures, yet rarely did we see members of the demon sects competing for them.”

“With the typically aggressive nature of the demon sects, such compliant behavior must indicate something fishy,” was the unanimous consensus.

The demon sects, known for their ruthless and unscrupulous methods in seizing opportunities, were never surprised by such actions. But for them to suddenly become disciplined and not greedy for others’ treasures was indeed like a dream—an absurd one at that. Greed was, after all, the core principle of the demon sects.

“I am completely convinced by Master Jiang’s deductions,” said another cultivator, admiringly. “As Master Jiang said, attacking the demon sects is indeed the right choice at this moment.”

With Jiang Chengxuan’s analysis out, no one else in the room could object. The previously unconvinced cultivators now showed their respect with a formal bow.

“It seems that everyone now agrees with Jiang’s proposal,” commented Daolord pantheon with a smile. He was impressed not only by Jiang Chengxuan’s decisive strategy but also by his profound insight into the demon immortal’s schemes.

To dare to analyze and judge the plans of an immortal being so confidently, despite being at the Mahayana realm himself, showed an extraordinary state of mind. After all, immortals are beings that loom over all others, viewing the inhabitants of the Floodgate Realm merely as pawns.

But now, one of these pawns had not just stepped off the chessboard but had become a player—an astounding turn of events.

Eventually, with Jiang Chengxuan’s thorough explanation, everyone agreed to his proposal. Moments later, they took the information obtained from the Mystic Heavenly Array of Cosmic Fate back to their sects, preparing for the day they would go to war against the demon sects.

At the same time, within the territory ruled by the demon sects, a remarkable union had taken place over the past few centuries, unbeknownst to the righteous cultivators of the Floodgate Realm.

All demon sects, whether Sacred Skeleton Sect, the Ghost Hall, or others, had merged almost completely under the influence of an unknown power. They no longer distinguished between ‘you’ and ‘me’; all disciples addressed each other as brothers and shared a common faith.

This event, while seemingly natural, was actually quite bizarre. Throughout the history of the Floodgate Realm, the demon sects had never been disbanded nor had they ever been united

like this. Although all practiced dark and unclean methods, each sect had its own heritage, and none would easily submit to another.

Even in the current righteous scenario, under the dominance of the Haoran Sect, it was only because of Jiang Chengxuan’s personal charisma that a loose alliance was formed.

To imagine the demon sects integrating completely into a single entity was unprecedented.

Yet, this was exactly what had happened within a short span of time.

“Move, head towards the southwest direction, set up the array flags according to the ninety-nine laws!”

In a certain desolate area within the territory controlled by the demon sects, a large group of demon cultivators was marching under the command of a leader.

If Jiang Chengxuan were here, he would recognize this leader as the long-missing Daolord Skeleton.

The followers were undoubtedly disciples of the former Bone Demon Church.

Neither Daolord Skeleton nor his followers wore the traditional white robes anymore; instead, they were clad in robes of a chaotic mix of black and red adorned with numerous skulls.

Clearly, Sacred Skeleton Sect was now just another part of the demon sects and was no longer independent.

Under Daolord Skeleton’s command, his followers were laboriously carrying a massive white pillar.

These demon cultivators, all of whom possessed the cultivation of merging paths, seemed to struggle under the weight of this single pillar, which was oddly burdensome.