Unlike most Cultivators, the people of Red Leaf Ridge came from a technological society and were not particularly averse to certain extreme forms of research.
In the age of interstellar navigation, humanity had faced far too many unknowns. When conditions allowed, it was best to understand their mechanisms as thoroughly as possible.
Take unknown viruses or organisms. Even when one knew they were dangerous, how could one find a way to counter them without studying them? Thus, whether it was Jing Yuexin or Qinghu, they merely felt that the people of Bitter Sea were somewhat insane.
But then Rhine added, "I know about this because someone thought Claire would be suitable for raising Heavenly Demons."
Jing Yuexin and Qinghu were instantly speechless.
To be fair, there was nothing particularly wrong with that statement. Claire's Dark Attribute did share quite a few similarities with Heavenly Demons.
However, the person who had made that suggestion might not have had good intentions. Duo Gan spoke coldly, "Who made the suggestion?"
"One of Hall Master Jiang's subordinates," Rhine answered seriously.
She had once overseen all the Count's Manor's businesses and had considerable experience handling such matters.
Rhine believed that since the person had clear connections and a known background, and Jiang Hui bore Red Leaf Ridge immense goodwill, there should not be any malicious intent.
More importantly, among the Five Great Factions, Star Palace was the one most opposed to raising Heavenly Demons.
Art Academy took a moderate stance, believing that while it was risky, one had to know oneself and one's enemy to emerge victorious from every battle.
However, Art Academy had never possessed any method for raising Heavenly Demons, so it did not join in the endeavor.
Book Pavilion, which emphasized Righteous Qi, actually leaned toward supporting it. They believed that one