Zi Luan and the others' actions were plain for many to see, yet no one stepped forward to condemn them. It was not because the Taiyan Sect was too powerful, but because most people were doing the same themselves. Having the Taiyan Sect bear the pressure out front better served their interests.
The reason Vajra Temple was willing to shoulder the karma was precisely because it stood to gain more. It was actually very simple, just as Kai Yun knew full well that no matter how he obstructed Ao Yi, Ao Yi would inevitably advance in the end.
Yet Kai Yun still chose to obstruct Ao Yi rather than wait until the final advancement to make his move, because throughout this process, he could claim the righteous cause and reap ample benefits.
Such opportunities were rare. Whenever one appeared, anyone caught up in the game would spare no effort in grabbing benefits for themselves. That was human nature.
The ones who truly suffered were the lowly Mortals and Qi practitioners. But if you thought they suffered, you would be gravely mistaken. They too saw this as an opportunity—an opportunity for the ambitious to realize their aspirations. That was why the world descended into chaos.
Vajra Temple first set its sights on Linshui Prefecture's arrangements in outer space. Near the Moon Outpost, they organized a battle of attack and defense, seizing many of the energy crystals Linshui Prefecture had stored there. Then, taking advantage of the moment, they stirred up war across West Continent and recaptured dozens of cities in central West Continent.
In the blink of an eye, the chaotic situation dragged on for fifty years.
The Taiyan Sect quietly made a fortune. Using the resources seized through this conflict, it cultivated many Second Realm Inner Sect disciples, while some