Uchiha Shin nodded. He understood as well—there were simply too many sects in the Outer Realm, as numerous as the hairs on an ox.
None of these sects wished to belong to another. Even members of small sects were unwilling to become disciples of major sects; after all, remaining independent gave them great freedom.
After giving it some thought, Uchiha Shin said, "I think we can use the opportunity of dealing with Heavenly Wind Terrace and Jade Tower to bring the other sects under our control."
Yan Fanxin looked at Uchiha Shin in confusion. "But how exactly would we do that?"
Uchiha Shin said, "If we swiftly defeat Heavenly Wind Terrace and Jade Tower now, then we would have no reason to move against the other sects. The major sects would inevitably surrender to Divine Mechanism Manor, What we need to do now is avoid swiftly defeating Heavenly Wind Terrace and Jade Tower. We need to drive those two sects from their territories and force them to flee all over the Outer Realm, while we pursue them from behind.
We'll surely pass through the territories of many sects. At that time, we can seize control of those sects and turn them into territory belonging to Divine Mechanism Manor."
After hearing Uchiha Shin's words, Yan Fanxin frowned slightly. This method was indeed feasible, but he still had some concerns.
"If we do this, it will be obvious that we intend to occupy their territories. Won't that provoke resistance from most people? There are many sects in the Outer Realm. If they all rise up against us, it won't be easy for us to deal with them." Yan Fanxin voiced his concerns.
Uchiha Shin smiled faintly. "Young Master Yan, there's no need to worry about that. When we pass through their territories,