Eastern Region's Fame, Various Reactions

Meanwhile.

Xuanming Cult.

In the dark great hall, the Xuanming Cult Master let out a low laugh as he listened to his subordinate's report:

"Heh heh... Qingyun Sect's running dog is dead? Good! Very good!"

"Cult Master! We've never heard of Misty Rain Tower before. Could it be an ancient hidden power? Otherwise, why wouldn't they fear the Qingyun Sect?"

A person in a grey robe next to him asked doubtfully.

The Xuanming Cult Master stood up, the hem of his black robe brushing the ground, stirring up a cold wind:

"Regardless of what kind of power Misty Rain Tower is, their courage and strength are somewhat beyond my expectations."

"The Qingyun Sect will definitely send experts to deal with Misty Rain Tower."

Afterward, he looked at the grey-robed man and spoke.

"Pass down my orders, monitor the Qingyun Sect closely, and then spread the news that Mo Chen is a lackey of the Qingyun Sect."

"Also, order our disciples in Qingzhou to secretly assist Misty Rain Tower if the opportunity arises."

"Although we don't know their true strength, as long as they can make the Qingyun Sect wary, our Xuanming Cult will be satisfied."

"Yes, Cult Master. I will order our disciples in Qingzhou to constantly monitor the Qingyun Sect's movements."

"If there are any developments, immediately inform Misty Rain Tower and wait for the opportunity to strike at those descending the mountain from the Qingyun Sect."

With that, the grey-robed man disappeared from the great hall.

Qingzhou City. Black Market.

The cultivators were all excitedly discussing the news of the Luoxia City Lord's death.

When they first received the news that the Luoxia City Lord's mansion had been destroyed, many doubted the accuracy of the information.

However, after repeated confirmations from various sources, the matter turned out to be true! Everyone had to believe it.

"Hiss, Misty Rain Tower is too terrifying. I heard the message Misty Rain Tower sent through Langya Pavilion back then,"

"Saying 'Even those above the Void Glimpse Realm can be killed.' I thought it was just some insignificant force trying to attract attention."

"I didn't expect that in less than three days, the Luoxia City Lord's mansion would already be annihilated," a burly man said solemnly.

"Although Misty Rain Tower can kill Void Glimpse Realm cultivators, they aren't particularly powerful."

"However, Luoxia City Lord Mo Chen is by no means an ordinary Void Glimpse Realm cultivator."

"There were rumors that he had the support of a major power behind him."

A cultivator beside him chimed in.

"Does anyone know which power it is?"

"I know. I happened to overhear someone in the Black Market before saying that Mo Chen was from the Qingyun Sect."

"Hiss! Is that true? If so, this is going to be big."

"Misty Rain Tower doesn't take Mo Chen's backer, the Qingyun Sect, seriously. They must have some confidence."

"I'll say it! This Qingyun Sect's running dog will suffer sooner or later!"

"When the old man of Luoxia City was extorting the people's livelihood, how could he have foreseen this day?"

"Keep your voice down! The Qingyun Sect's informants are all over Qingzhou."

"Who do you think this Misty Rain Tower that made the move is?"

"They dare to kill the City Lord supported by the Qingyun Sect. This is no different from poking a hornet's nest!"

"Who cares about their origins! Anyone who can punish the Qingyun Sect is a hero!"

"I even want to go find Misty Rain Tower to try them out! Those disciples from major sects have been arrogant for too long. It's time for Misty Rain Tower to take action."

"Don't be rash! Do you even know where Misty Rain Tower is?"

"Besides, the Qingyun Sect will certainly not let this go. They might send troops to massacre Qingzhou City any day now. We small cultivators should get involved less."

"Involved?"

"Did you forget last month, who snatched your cultivation resources?

Did you forget who beat your sworn brother to death? All disciples of the Qingyun Sect!

"If Misty Rain Tower can defeat the Qingyun Sect, I'll willingly pour out all my savings to support them!"

"Hmph! It's still uncertain whether Misty Rain Tower can withstand the retaliation from the Qingyun Sect behind City Lord Mo!"

"Even if Misty Rain Tower can survive this trial from the forces behind City Lord Mo."

"There are also the two great assassin organizations of the Eastern Region, 'Ink Abyss and Blood Kill Pavilion'."

The cultivators discussed animatedly.

The Qingyun Sect, like a brilliant pearl inlaid on the Sky Abyss Continent, was a leader among the top powers.

It was founded after the God-Demon War and has been passed down for thousands of years. Its power is astonishing.

Rumor has it that a suspected terrestrial immortal slumbers within the Sect, like a coiled dragon ready to soar at any moment.

The Qingyun Sect is located at the border of the Eastern Region's Qingzhou and Xuanzhou.

In recent years, due to the decline of the Great Gan Dynasty, the Qingyun Sect has unilaterally occupied the border between the two prefectures.

The Great Gan Dynasty initially strongly opposed this behavior and even dispatched experts to negotiate with the Qingyun Sect.

A fierce battle even broke out, with neither side gaining the upper hand.

However, the Dynasty has gradually declined, and other Sects and powers have begun to stir.

As the saying goes, a strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake. Over time, the imperial court could only helplessly choose to turn a blind eye.

Within the Qingyun Sect, the visible combat power includes:

Sect Master Xuanxiaozi, Late Heaven Human, and Vice Sect Master Cangwuzi, Mid Heaven Human.

The First Elder Zhuge Xiu is Early Heaven Human, and the remaining nine elders are all at the Nirvana Realm cultivation level.

At this moment, in the Sect's council hall, the Sect's ten elders and the Sect Master are gathered, gazing at the intelligence in their hands.

After Xuanxiaozi finished reading, the teacup in his hand shattered with a "bang." The scorching tea splashed onto his robes, but he remained oblivious.

He slammed the table and stood up, veins bulging on his face, roaring: