Chapter 1524: The End

By this point, all the Underworld Spiders had been eliminated. The cultivators were cleaning up the battlefield, while the Myriad Demon Pagoda stood tall on a desolate peak, its gates wide open and treasure light flickering continuously.

Liu Ye looked towards Gongsun Yang and asked in a deep voice, "Gongsun, where are Daoist Sun and Daoist Ye?"

"Senior Liu," Gongsun Yang replied, "Grandmaster Sun and Senior Ye have entered the Myriad Demon Pagoda to discuss how to deal with the Fifth-tier Underworld Spider."

Gongsun Yang said respectfully, pointing towards the Myriad Demon Pagoda.

Liu Ye nodded and soared into the Myriad Demon Pagoda.

"Daoist Gongsun, long time no see. Your cultivation has advanced significantly over the years!" Wang Qingshan said.

Wang Qingshan smiled slightly at Gongsun Yang, speaking courteously.

Wang Qingshan was not surprised that Gongsun Yang had already reached the Mid-Nascent Soul stage. As the first cultivator in ten thousand years to clear the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda, Myriad Beast Island must have dedicated all its resources to nurturing him. Given that he and Wang Changsheng formed their Nascent Souls on the same day, both triggering unusual phenomena, his advancement was hardly surprising.

"Daoist Wang, you flatter me," Gongsun Yang replied. "By the way, how are your Ninth Uncle and Ninth Aunt? I haven't visited Green Lotus Island in a long time, actually."

Gongsun Yang's tone was warm. He had spent most of his years cultivating, and in his leisure time, he nurtured the Azure-eyed Golden Crow. This Golden Crow was from a spirit beast egg he had obtained from the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda, a pure descendant of the Golden Crow, far superior to spirit beasts with only a trace of Golden Crow bloodline. Its potential was exceptionally high, and Myriad Beast Island had invested vast cultivation resources to finally raise it to the Fourth-tier.

The Golden Crow True Flame was also an extremely potent and pure Yang flame; only with it could they injure the Fifth-tier Underworld Spider. Other Fourth-tier spirit beasts would have found it very difficult to harm the creature.

"Ninth Uncle and Ninth Aunt are both doing well," Wang Qingshan replied, "Thank you for your concern, Daoist Gongsun."

Wang Qingshan nodded with a smile, and the two began to chat.

After a while, the Myriad Demon Pagoda began to shake violently. The patterns of flood dragons, phoenixes, and apes on its body seemed to come alive, roaring fiercely.

Wang Qingshan's heart leaped in surprise as he looked towards the Myriad Demon Pagoda, a hint of astonishment in his eyes.

"Rest assured, Daoist Wang!" Gongsun Yang stated, "The Myriad Demon Pagoda is our Myriad Beast Island's foundational treasure; it has suppressed Fifth-tier demonic beasts before."

Gongsun Yang said proudly, stating that it was precisely due to the Myriad Demon Pagoda that Myriad Beast Island had firmly held its position as one of the top ten powers in the South Sea.

Not long after, the Myriad Demon Pagoda returned to normal.

Ye Yan, Sun Tianhu, and Liu Ye emerged from the Myriad Demon Pagoda one after another, all three with smiles on their faces.

The Fifth-tier Underworld Spider posed too great a threat, so Ye Yan and Liu Ye personally intervened to eliminate it. The demon core went to Liu Ye, the insect shell to Ye Yan, and the spirit and flesh to Sun Tianhu. All three received the items they desired. As for the specifics of their negotiations, they naturally kept those details private from outsiders.

"The Underworld Spiders have been eradicated," Ye Yan announced. "The Myriad Puppet Mountain Range is now designated a forbidden area; trespassers will be executed without mercy. A reward of two hundred million spirit stones is offered for the capture of those rogue cultivators. Furthermore, all who rendered meritorious service in this extermination campaign will receive substantial rewards, with specific details to be handled by designated personnel."

Ye Yan's voice, though not loud, resonated throughout the entire Myriad Puppet Mountain Range.

The cultivators, who had toiled for so long, had been waiting for these words. They cried out in unison, "Senior Ye is truly wise! We respectfully obey Senior Ye's decree!"

Their voices, like a roaring mountain and a surging tsunami, echoed throughout the land.

A month later, news of the Underworld Spiders' extermination spread throughout the Northern Border cultivation world, bringing an end to the region's concerns. Major powers across the Northern Border began holding large-scale auctions and grand events to commemorate this significant victory.

South Sea, Zhenhai Sect Ruins.

In a secluded small courtyard with green tiles, a lake spanning over ten *mu* lay at its center. A school of pale golden carp swam through the water, creating gentle ripples. Wang Changsheng and Fairy Ziyue sat chatting in a blue stone pavilion in the middle of the lake, surrounded by various lifelike puppet beasts.

Wang Changsheng had been at the Zhenhai Sect Ruins for over a year, spending most of his time guiding Fairy Ziyue in refining puppet beasts. Fairy Ziyue had made significant progress; all she lacked was practical experience.

"Senior Brother Wang, thank you for your guidance," Fairy Ziyue said earnestly. "I'm ready to attempt refining Fourth-tier puppet beasts."

Fairy Ziyue said earnestly, determined to successfully refine Fourth-tier puppet beasts during this seclusion, a process that could take anywhere from a few years to several decades.

Wang Changsheng nodded and said, "You can enter your seclusion with peace of mind. I'm also preparing to return to Green Lotus Island. Haitang will guard outside, so no one will disturb your cultivation. Rest assured in your seclusion."

True Lord Tianyue had told him that great chaos was approaching, and he needed to refine more puppet beasts in preparation.

Fairy Ziyue hesitated briefly, biting her red lips lightly. She then asked, "Senior Brother Wang, do you think I have a chance for revenge? I want your honest opinion."

Wang Changsheng pondered for a moment before answering seriously, "There is a chance; it's merely a matter of time. However, individual strength is limited. Once our family becomes stronger, you can become the sect master. For now, you can establish the framework, and cultivators from the Cloud Sea Sect can be freely transferred to assist you."

It's impossible to rebuild the Zhenhai Sect in the short term. Once word gets out, the Sun Moon Palace will likely send people to investigate. However, establishing a new sect is not an issue, and personnel can be drawn from the Cloud Sea Sect.

"Once I refine Fourth-tier puppet beasts, I can indeed establish the framework first," Fairy Ziyue said. "If conditions become ripe, it won't be too late to rebuild the Zhenhai Sect then."

Fairy Ziyue's gaze was firm. Wang Changsheng could not remain at the Zhenhai Sect indefinitely, and she knew she had to be self-reliant and strong, rather than depending on him for everything. It was always better to rely on oneself.

"No problem, it's entirely up to you," Wang Changsheng affirmed.

Wang Changsheng did not object. The time was not yet ripe for establishing a sect, as there were too few high-tier cultivators. Upon his return, he planned to have the Cloud Sea Sect cultivate more Core Formation cultivators. Even if they weren't of the Wang surname, or if the entire sect consisted of outsiders, it wouldn't be an issue as long as Fairy Ziyue remained loyal to the Wang family.

After a few more words of casual conversation, Wang Changsheng stood up to take his leave.

"Junior Sister Tian," Wang Changsheng said, "Where there's a will, there's a way. I believe that one day, we will be able to avenge Senior Brother Tian. Try to be more optimistic."

Having said this, Wang Changsheng turned and departed.

Fairy Ziyue watched Wang Changsheng's retreating back, then sighed softly. She looked towards the golden carp in the lake, lost in thought.

After bidding farewell to Fairy Ziyue, Wang Changsheng summoned Wang Tianqi and Wang Rongmiao, instructing them, "You two, come with me and leave this place. I have other matters for you to handle, which will also serve as valuable experience for you."

"Yes, Old Ancestor," they responded.

Wang Tianqi and Wang Rongmiao showed delight and readily agreed.

They had been at the ruins for several decades and were truly bored. The chance to go out and clear their minds was something they had long dreamt of.

Wang Changsheng gave a few final instructions, then departed from the Zhenhai Sect Ruins with hundreds of clan members.

In the Myriad Ghosts Sea Region, darkness enveloped the surroundings. Overwhelming Yin energy surged towards the heavens, accompanied by loud wails of ghosts and howls of wolves.

A mighty rumble sounded!

The calm sea surface erupted as a blue-glowing flying boat shot out from beneath. A shimmering, blue water curtain enveloped the entire vessel, obscuring its interior from view.

With a flash of blue light, the flying boat transformed into a streak of blue escape light, piercing through the air and vanishing into the horizon.