163: Negotiation breakdown

Lin Feng displaying Qingyun Sect's strength made the Sea Demon Sect very unhappy, so the Sea Demon Sect sent Black Robe to Qingyun Sect again. Over the years, Black Robe had also become a well-known figure in the Sea Domain. His visit this time was clearly with the Sea Demon Sect's intentions.

As soon as Black Robe arrived at Qingyun Sect, he went straight to Lin Feng's location. His expression was stern, his gaze like a knife, as if he wanted to see through Lin Feng.

Seeing this, Lin Feng secretly became vigilant. Black Robe's visit this time would certainly not bring anything good.

As expected, Black Robe spoke directly, stating his purpose: "Lin Feng, your Qingyun Sect's strength has increased so quickly, have you already prepared to be enemies with our Sea Demon Sect?"

Lin Feng sneered inwardly upon hearing this. He understood that Black Robe was testing his stance. He said indifferently, "Elder Black Robe exaggerates. Qingyun Sect has always maintained a neutral position and has never thought of being an enemy with any party."

Black Robe's eyes flashed with a hint of disdain upon hearing this. He obviously didn't believe Lin Feng's words and continued, "Lin Feng, although your Qingyun Sect's strength has increased quite a bit, there is still a considerable gap compared to our Sea Demon Sect. If you don't want Qingyun Sect to be annihilated, it's best to obediently follow our Sea Demon Sect's arrangements."

Lin Feng's face sank upon hearing this. Black Robe was threatening him. But he also knew that if he confronted Black Robe head-on at this time, it would only be detrimental to Qingyun Sect.

Therefore, he suppressed the anger in his heart and said indifferently, "Elder Black Robe, my Qingyun Sect has always maintained a neutral position and will not easily change it. If you want to threaten me, save your breath."

Seeing this, Black Robe knew that Lin Feng would not easily yield. He snorted coldly and said, "Lin Feng, you'd better not regret it. Our Sea Demon Sect's strength is not something your Qingyun Sect can imagine. If you don't know what's good for you, you will only bring about your own destruction. Today, I represent the Sea Demon Sect and only want one promise from you: are you an enemy of my Sea Demon Sect or will you submit?"

Lin Feng's gaze was firm and unwavering upon hearing this. He calmly said, "Elder Black Robe, although my Qingyun Sect is small, it is still a Sect with backbone. We will not easily submit to any party, nor will we be enemies with anyone. We only seek to live peacefully in this Sea Domain and develop our Sect."

Black Robe's face darkened upon hearing this. He didn't expect Lin Feng to refuse him so resolutely. He sneered and said, "Lin Feng, since you are so ignorant of the times, don't blame me for not reminding you. Our Sea Demon Sect's strength is not something your Qingyun Sect can resist. If you don't know any better, don't regret it."

Lin Feng smiled slightly upon hearing this. He said, "Elder Black Robe, although my Qingyun Sect's strength is not as good as your Sea Demon Sect's, we also have our bottom line and principles. I hope you don't force me, otherwise, I won't mind truly assisting the Sea Domain Alliance."

Black Robe was so angry that he laughed. He said, "Good, good, good. Lin Feng, since you have such determination, then don't blame my Sea Demon Sect for being impolite. Your Qingyun Sect, just wait for your demise."

After speaking, Black Robe's figure flickered, transforming into a black shadow, about to leave. Lin Feng hesitated, wondering whether to kill him at this moment, but ultimately suppressed the thought.

He understood that Black Robe, as an Elder of the Sea Demon Sect, represented the Sea Demon Sect. If he were to kill him at this time, it would inevitably provoke the Sea Demon Sect's 瘋狂報復. This would undoubtedly be adding insult to injury for Qingyun Sect.

Therefore, Lin Feng just watched Black Robe leave coldly, but in his heart, he had already prepared to deal with the Sea Demon Sect's retaliation. He understood that in the days to come, Qingyun Sect would face unprecedented challenges.

After Black Robe left Qingyun Sect, he immediately reported Lin Feng's attitude to the Sea Demon Sect's Sect Master. Upon hearing this, the Sea Demon Sect Sect Master Wei Wuya's face was as dark as water. He hadn't expected Lin Feng to so resolutely refuse the Sea Demon Sect's recruitment, even at the cost of being an enemy with the Sea Demon Sect.

At this time, Wei Wuya was wearing a blue robe, tall and stern-faced, with an undeniable domineering aura in his eyes. After listening to Black Robe's report, he was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Lin Feng, since you have such determination, then don't blame my Sea Demon Sect for being impolite. Issue the order, prepare to launch an attack on Qingyun Sect, and let them know the consequences of offending my Sea Demon Sect."

Black Robe's heart tensed upon hearing this. He knew the Sea Demon Sect Sect Master's temper well; once he made a decision, he would not easily change it. Therefore, he immediately took the order and began to prepare for the attack on Qingyun Sect.

The Sea Demon Sect's actions were swift and decisive. They mobilized a large number of Cultivators and warships, preparing to launch a full-scale attack on Qingyun Sect. On Qingyun Sect's side, although Lin Feng had already prepared to deal with the Sea Demon Sect's retaliation, he couldn't help but feel a little uneasy facing such a powerful enemy.

However, Lin Feng did not back down because of this. He understood that as Qingyun Sect's Old Ancestor, he must bear the responsibility of protecting the Sect. He immediately gathered all the Foundation Establishment cultivators and Qi Refining Disciples within the Sect, preparing to meet the Sea Demon Sect in battle.

At the same time, Lin Feng ordered Yunyi to inform the Sea Domain Alliance of the news that the Sea Demon Sect was going to launch a large-scale attack on Qingyun Sect. After all, Qingyun Sect nominally still belonged to the Sea Domain Alliance. Although Qingyun Sect had been somewhat uncooperative over the years, he believed that the Sea Domain Alliance would not want to see this force of Qingyun Sect eliminated by the Sea Demon Sect.

After receiving Qingyun Sect's message, although the Sea Domain Alliance was somewhat dissatisfied with Qingyun Sect's performance over the years, they also understood that if Qingyun Sect were to be eliminated by the Sea Demon Sect, it would be a great loss for them. Therefore, after deliberation, the high-ranking officials of the Sea Domain Alliance decided to send a portion of Cultivators to support Qingyun Sect.

The Sea Demon Sect's grand invasion of Qingyun Sect naturally also reached the Sea Domain Alliance, thus, some disagreements began to appear within the Sea Domain Alliance. Some Sects believed that the Sea Demon Sect's action was a provocation to the entire Sea Domain Alliance, and they should unite to jointly resist the Sea Demon Sect's attack. Other Sects believed that although Qingyun Sect had maintained a neutral stance over the years, it had not contributed much to the Sea Domain Alliance, and they should not risk being enemies with the Sea Demon Sect for Qingyun Sect.

However, no matter how divided the Sea Domain Alliance was internally, the Sea Demon Sect's attack was already imminent. On Qingyun Sect's side, Lin Feng had already made full preparations. He used some rare Materials and resources he obtained in the Demon Spirit Continent to refine a large number of Spiritual Artifacts and Medicinal Pills, which he distributed to the Disciples within the Sect.

And Qingyun Sect's defensive grand formation was also strengthened again. Lin Feng personally took charge of the formation's core, commanding the Sect's Disciples to defend.