"Senior, the commotion you and Miss Tiantian caused today was far too great; the news has probably already spread."
Before long, the First-rate Force in the nearby Earth Province, each with Heavenly Immortal in command, will definitely be on the move.
Zhou Wentao expressed his concerns with a solemn expression.
Tiantian's Heaven Defying Power are an explosive temptation that could drive any power mad; they could not possibly remain indifferent.
"Let them come."
Zhang Yu remained calm, but a cold Killing Intent flashed in his eyes:
"No matter how many come, I will kill them all."
With his current Cultivation Heavenly Immortal, he can easily control the 108 Peaks Grand Formation of the Soul Refining Sect and the Soul Snatching Chain, and has also mastered the Exterminating Immortal Sword Intent.
Within the range of this Grand Formation, even if Heavenly Immortal Peak were to arrive, he would have the strength to fight, and even the ability to turn the tables and kill them!
Moreover, he has another Trump Card.
Now that he Cultivation Heavenly Immortal, he can already use the Eighty-Nine Mysteries, Physical Body is almost invincible in this world.
Furthermore, the Great Sun Tathagata Mantra, with its unparalleled Peerless Divine Ability, can also be used.
Moreover, he has already prepared to integrate Simplified Nine Bend Yellow River Formation into the 108 Peaks Grand Formation and refine it into Formation Disk.
He looked at Zhou Wentao and said in a calm tone:
"I plan to upgrade the 108 Peaks Grand Formation of the Soul Refining Sect and then condense it into a Portable Formation Disk."
This Formation Disk can be carried with you, allowing you to set up arrays and use them at any time.
Even if I leave the Soul Refining Sect at that time, I can still summon the Grand Formation at any time and use the Exterminating Immortal Sword Intent to Slay Immortals and Demons!
Zhang Yu had this idea when he was setting up the formation.
However, at that time, my Cultivation was too weak, and I lacked various resources and materials, so it was impossible to carry out the plan.
Now that I have the Cultivation, and with the resources of the Soul Refining Sect at my disposal, this idea can be put into practice.
"Portable Formation Disk?"
Zhou Wentao and Xia Hongjue's pupils shrank sharply, their eyes filled with horror.
How can the 108 Peaks Grand Formation area of tens of thousands of miles and connecting the Earth Vein, be condensed into a Portable Formation Disk?
This is an absolutely unheard-of and unprecedentedly heaven-defying method!
If it succeeds, then it means --
Wherever Zhang Yu goes, that's his home turf!
Under the Grand Formation, even Heavenly Immortal are like ants!
"Senior... can it really be done?"
Xia Hongjue's voice trembled.
"Nature.."
Zhang Yu said confidently:
"However, it requires a massive amount of Spirit Stone and Spirit Material, and even more so, the Origin of the Earth Vein as a catalyst, in order to refine it."
"Give it all to me!"
Zhou Wentao did not hesitate and made a firm decision:
"All the reserves in the sect's secret treasury are at your disposal, Senior."
If that's still not enough, I will order the allocation of resources from all the peaks, and even... impose additional tributes on the vassal states."
"As long as I can successfully refine this Formation Disk, I'll give anything, even my old life, without hesitation, let alone Spirit Stone Spirit Material!"
Xia Hongjue nodded emphatically, a ruthless glint flashing in his eyes:
"I will make arrangements right away to gather all the Artifact Refiners and Array Masters in the sect for your use, Senior."
Anyone who dares to disobey will be executed without mercy!
Zhang Yu nodded slightly, quite satisfied with their "getting the hang of it," but still shook his head and said:
"The resources of the Soul Refining Sect alone are probably not enough to support the consumption of condensing the Grand Formation."
Moreover... a massive amount of Spirit Stone are needed for recovery Tiantian.
Xia Hongjue and Zhou Wentao were taken aback upon hearing this, then suddenly realized.
Yes, such an incredible Portable Formation Disk must require an astronomical amount of resources.
Moreover, the number of people who help Heavenly Immortal Tiantian must be terrifying.
With these two factors combined, even with ten thousand years of accumulated strength, the Soul Refining Sect probably won't be able to sustain itself for long.
The two exchanged a glance and both gave a wry smile.
The foundation of the Soul Refining Sect was ultimately too weak.
"So... what does Senior mean?"
Zhou Wentao asked tentatively.
"No rush."
A cold smile curled at the corner of Zhang Yu's lips, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes:
"Someone will be here to deliver resources soon."
"Send resources?"
The two were taken aback for a moment, then immediately understood, and a sharp Killing Intent flashed in their eyes at the same time.
Yes!
Aren't those Heavenly Immortal forces that are about to rush in and seize Tiantian ready-made, walking treasure troves of Spirit Stone?
Murder to steal treasure, Soul Extraction and Refining, seize their wealth and resources!
Isn't this precisely the most proficient and "efficient" method of "resource gathering" used by Demonic Cultivators?!
"Ha ha ha ha--!!"
Xia Hongjue suddenly burst into laughter, his eyes filled with cruelty and excitement:
"Wonderful! Wonderful!"
"Senior Your plan is truly brilliant!"
"Those self-proclaimed righteous and superior Heavenly Immortal dogs usually regard my Demonic Dao as ants."
Today—let them risk their lives to contribute to the rise of my Soul Refining Sect!
Zhou Wentao's eyes flashed coldly, and his tone was chilling. "In that case, we shall properly entertain these distinguished guests."
"There are two more things."
Zhang Yu looked at Zhou Wentao and Xia Hongjue, his tone calm, yet carrying an undeniable determination:
"First, starting today, the Soul Refining Sect will expand its disciple recruitment tenfold."
I will arrange this personally; you need not concern yourselves with it.
"Secondly, all Spirit Stone resources of the entire sect will be allocated by me."
All Spirit Stone entering and leaving the warehouse must be personally verified, signed, and stamped by me before they are valid.
"..."
Upon hearing this, Zhou Wentao and Xia Hongjue were both taken aback, a hint of confusion flashing in their eyes.
Ten times the number of slots?
The Soul Refining Sect is already short of resources. With the number of disciples increasing tenfold, the expenses for monthly stipends, Pills, Cultivation Method, and training grounds will also increase tenfold!
With the current resources of the Soul Refining Sect, they simply cannot afford to support them!
Allocate resources and personally verify?
Such trivial matters could be handled by any internal affairs elder; why would Zhang Yu, this "Heavenly Immortal Senior," need to personally intervene?
That would be a huge waste of talent.
"Senior, isn't increasing the number of disciples tenfold... a bit too radical?"
Zhou Wentao carefully chose his words and advised tactfully:
"The sect's resources are limited. If we suddenly expand recruitment, I'm afraid..."
"Yes, Senior."
Xia Hongjue echoed:
"Resource allocation is a trivial and complicated matter; why trouble yourself with it?"
"This can be handled by the Internal Affairs Hall. The two of us will supervise it closely to ensure there are no mistakes."
"I have my own plan; just do as I say."
Zhang Yu didn't offer much explanation, only uttering eight words in a calm tone, yet carrying an undeniable air of authority.
"..."
Zhou Wentao and Xia Hongjue exchanged a glance. Although they were puzzled, looking at Zhang Yu's calm yet unfathomable eyes, they dared not ask any further questions and could only bow in agreement.
"Yes, I will obey your orders, Senior."
Zhang Yu nodded slightly, said no more, and turned to leave.
After his figure disappeared, Zhou Wentao shook his head with a wry smile and sighed softly:
"Senior actions are truly... unfathomable."
Xia Hongjue also frowned:
"Recruiting ten times more disciples and personally verifying resources... what exactly is the purpose of this?"
The two racked their brains but still couldn't figure out Zhang Yu's "deeper meaning".
Little did they know—
What Zhang Yu wanted wasn't the ability to support them, but the ability to be greedy!
He's planning to sell disciple slots tenfold to make money without any scruples.
The unified allocation of resources and his personal verification mean that all Spirit Stone entering and leaving the warehouse require his signature and seal!
This is tantamount to putting the financial power of the Soul Refining Sect completely in his own hands!
In this way, he could use the pretext of checking and allocating resources to embezzle a huge amount of Spirit Stone and then exchange Cultivation through the system, thus rapidly increasing his cultivation level!
After all, if one wants to continue advancing beyond the Heavenly Immortal, relying solely on one's own cultivation, it's uncertain when one will be able to break through again. It's much faster to complete the system's Embezzlement Mission.
As for the embezzled resources, he would naturally reinvest them in refining the Grand Formation and helping Tiantian recover, which is called using money for two purposes.
As for the extra disciples recruited, there's absolutely no need to worry about that.
Once Zhang Yu finishes refining the Formation Disk, the Soul Refining Sect will inevitably embark on a path of expansion. He plans to emulate Xiang Yu's Heaven-Sacrificing Dao-Establishment and establish Divine Dynasty.
In this era of great strife, dynasties are the optimal institutions for managing power.